Massive Minecraft Sale On Now – Free Map Download
The lifespan of games is typically around 3-4 years. Sometimes 5 and MAYBE 6. But Minecraft has pushed this away with the 10th anniversary approaching fast. With this big celebration, the Minecraft team is doing some big things with 2 BIG reveals happening next week. But today, something else happened. Instead of having 1 small marketplace sale, they are having a HUGE sale with Minecraft merchandise , the game itself and Minecraft marketplace content being on sale. As well as that, there is a free map for both Java and Bedrock players to enjoy (sorry PS4). This map is all about Minecrafts history and everything inside it. Java Download Bedrock Download Source
A Ban On Loot Boxes Proposed By Upcoming U.S. Senator
The conversation surrounding loot boxes in video games typically come off with a negative connotation as the idea usually stretches towards pay-to-win microtransactions that give the players more of an edge when playing online. Looking this past year, we already have witnessed government trying to push for legal action against the lucrative business practice by labeling it as gambling since you’re unsure what you pay for until after making the transaction. Now conversation of officially banning loot boxes as a whole has surfaced just this week as the U.S. Senate could potentially exterminate loot boxes from games being sold to individuals under 18 years old. Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) revealed to the Senate a bill that would restrict loot boxes from being in titles available to minors, ultimately banning the practice from being in the final product. The Missouri-represented Senator labelling the proposed legislation as the Protecting Children from Abusive Games Act, in short PCAGA. Hawley stating that the intentions of the PCAGA is to prevent children from being exposed to these type of “manipulative” payment features that video game titles typically possess in this current industry climate. Explaining that this not only will affect randomized loot boxes, but “pay-to-win” microtransactions will be affected if the proposed bill goes into effect. Though how welcoming the idea of removing loot boxes from the market is, it is unsure to what extent Hawley is pushing for the removal of them. Particularly emphasizing on the ban towards games that can be sold to those defined by law as a minor, does this only mean up to M and AO rated titles? Only applying to E, E10, & T rated games? That has yet to be clarified by Senator Hawley. Though the bill is in public eye, PCAGA has yet to properly be presented to the U.S. Senate, so the true purpose for the forthcoming bill will be revealed in the coming days this week. Previously, ESRB announced that all titles that offer any type of microtransactions will be respectably labeled to hold the business practice. This meaning any downloadable content varying from pay-to-win items, loot boxes, cosmetics, and even expansions.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint Announced For This Coming October
Just earlier this week, it was revealed that Ubisoft will be hosting a world premiere for the next installment in the Ghost Recon franchise the following Thursday. Now that day has arrived and the new title inbound for later this year in fact, is Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint. Set on an island in the Pacific Ocean, Auroa is inhabited by one of Silicon Valley’s most deadliest weapons as Skell Technologies takes hold of the new locale. After being dropped and injured on the isle, you must explore the uncharted island while overcoming one of the toughest factions the Ghosts have encountered, The Wolves. Comprised of ex-Ghost operatives, you face those who have experienced the same training and tactics that make you a Ghost while exploring the mix of biomes that make Auroa a unique from any other setting in the series. Colonel Cole D. Walker from Operation Oracle takes the helm of the main faction as him and his army of ex-military control the drones that live on the island. The new tactical experience just like Ghost Recon Wildlands can be experienced in either a solo or cooperative experience that up to four players can endure. From butting heads with ex-Ghosts to creating allies with the other inhabiting factions to even PvP matchmaking, there will be plenty to take in once Breakpoint is released. Post-launch content is promised to be supported just like its predecessor with free updates, new classes, more features, and additional story arcs down the line. More events will be inbound for the open-world experience as well as introducing raids to the mix as part of the game’s endgame plans. Alongside the game’s reveal, Ubisoft has announced that a beta for the game will be coming ahead of the title’s launch. For when we can expect to get our early hands on with the game has yet to be detailed. Those who pre-order the game will instantly gain access to the beta, but don’t worry, the playtest is open to the public, but spots are limited. Ghost Recon Breakpoint will be available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC on October 4, 2019.
