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Former heavywieght champ Mike Tyson to fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul

The Friday bout pits the 58-year-old former heavyweight champ against a much younger opponent whose fame is rooted in social media.




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The title compound, C14H8Cl2F3NO, was synthesized by the condensation between trifluoromethylaniline and dichlorosalicylaldehyde by nucleophilic addition, forming a hemiaminal, followed by a dehydration to generate an imine. The compound crystallizes in an orthorhombic Pbca (Z = 8) space group with a dihedral angle of 44.70 (5)° between the two aromatic rings. In the crystal, the molecules pack together to form a zigzag pattern along the c axis.




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Mixed results for Hollywood at the summer box office

Business Update with Mark Lacter

Now that we have a deal between Time Warner Cable and CBS, we can turn our Hollywood focus back on the movie industry.

Steve Julian: Business analyst Mark Lacter, would you agree it's been an up and down summer at the box office?

Mark Lacter: It's been a flaky summer for Hollywood, Steve.  On the plus side, ticket revenue was up more than 10 percent, and attendance increased around six-and-a-half percent compared with last year (this covers the first week of May through Labor Day weekend).  The problem is that the studios and their investors spent huge amounts of money to make a lot of these movies, and they had to compete in a very crowded market - 23 big-budget films came out this summer, which is way higher than normal, and some of them never had a chance.

Julian: Some examples?

Lacter: Probably the biggest clunker was "The Lone Ranger," which could end up losing close to $200 million for Disney.  Another big disappointment was "White House Down," which was distributed by Sony and brought in only $140 million, which for a big-budget action film is really bad.  Even a film like "Pacific Rim," which did well at the box office, might still end up in the red because the production and marketing costs were so high.

Julian: And summer, of course, is the time when studios want to bring out these monster releases -

Lacter: - right, what they call "tent poles" - and in that category, the biggest winner was Disney's "Iron Man," which took in $1.2 billion.  Also having a great summer was "Monsters University" from Pixar, with $700 million.  You also had "Despicable Me 2" and "Fast and Furious 6," which might not be our cup of tea (speak for yourself, it takes me back to my police car days!), but did very well for Universal.  Eight of the top 12 films this summer were sequels - and yet, sequels were no guarantee of success (a number of them really struggled).  And, some non-blockbuster films found considerable success: "Now You See Me" from Lionsgate only cost $75 million to make.

Julian: So, in some ways, Hollywood was its usual unpredictable self.

Lacter: That's right - and don't expect any big changes in strategy when it comes to big-budget films.  The prospect of having huge success with one of these blockbusters is just too great, but perhaps more important is the fact that many of these films are financed by multiple groups of investors, and so the risk is spread around.  It's not like the old days when a studio bankrolled the whole thing.

Julian: Though, sounds like it's bad news for the city of Los Angeles: the "Man of Steel" sequel is going to be shot in Michigan?

Lacter: Mayor Garcetti has actually declared a state of emergency because the city keeps losing business to other states that offer big tax incentives to films - what's known as runaway production.  The truth is that business has been lost over the years, but L.A. is hardly in any danger of losing its spot as the center of entertainment.  And, you can see that with the L.A. County Board of Supervisors signing off on Disney's plan for a TV and movie production facility near Santa Clarita that will add more than a half-million square feet of studio space.

Julian: And, Universal's expanding, too.

Lacter: Earlier this year, Universal was given the approval to build more production facilities, and Paramount is planning an expansion, as well.  Now, these are all very ambitious projects - not the sort of investments that would be made if these studios were looking elsewhere to make movies and TV shows.  And, of course, they mean jobs - actually, employment levels in the entertainment industry have remained fairly steady going back the last decade.

Julian: Are there states that are pulling back their incentives?

Lacter: Yes, the state of North Carolina, which has been especially aggressive in using tax incentives to draw in movies and television going back to the 80s, is phasing out the giveaways because legislators have decided that the economic benefits aren't worth the tax revenues being lost.  And, other states with tax incentive programs are pulling back as well - they're finding that the payback is very difficult to measure.

Mark Lacter writes for Los Angeles Magazine and pens the business blog at LA Observed.com.

This content is from Southern California Public Radio. View the original story at SCPR.org.




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Black Box to leverage India's digital & AI boom to drive high-growth tech opportunities

Black Box Ltd, Essar's technology arm, has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy focused on India, aiming to position itself as a strategic partner for global technology companies expanding into the region.




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Out-of-the-Box Thinking

Here, at Tennessee Bun Co., we were approached by a customer who was looking for a supplier of buns, which sounds easy enough, because after all, we produce buns.




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Oxbox Launches Line of Split-System Products for R-454B

Oxbox’s new line of products for use with the refrigerant R-454B represents a crucial step in the company’s efforts to protect the climate and reduce HFC emissions, the company said.




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Upto 15,000 Flybuys Bonus Points + Upto $210 off Your First 5 Boxes When You Join QuiteLike

Found this offer in my Flybuys account, so you might be targeted.

3 recipes for 4 people weekly plan works out to be $5.4 for the first box.

QuiteLike is a subscription service like HelloFresh. So make sure to cancel the subscription after ordering your first box.

Collect up to 15,000 bonus points when you join QuiteLike.1

Cooking is rewarding in many ways, from the delight of creating delicious flavours to the joy of feeding loved ones. QuiteLike has partnered with Flybuys to make cooking even more rewarding.

Just activate this offer and order your first QuiteLike box by Tue 19 Nov 2024 to collect bonus points based on the value of your order.

Collect 5,000 bonus points for plans under $98 per week (excluding delivery).
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Collect 15,000 bonus points for plans above $134 per week (excluding delivery).

Plus, save up to $210 off your first 5 boxes, use the discount code FLYBUYS at the QuiteLike checkout at quitelike.com.

Offer valid Wed 06 Nov until Tue 19 Nov 2024.
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3 recipes per week for 4 people seems to be the sweet spot as it makes the plan exactly $134. Pay $80.4 after applying the discount code (FLYBUYS) and collect 15,000 flybuys points equivalent to $75. Total out of pocket cost works out to be $80.4 - $75 = $5.4




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First Trailer for 'Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary' - New 'Music Box' Doc

"It rocks! But it doesn't rock too hard." HBO has revealed the trailer for Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary, premiering on Max later this month. Get ready for a voyage through soft rock history! It's the next creation in HBO's top notch Music Box series of docs about music history - there were 4 feature docs that debuted last year and this next one is part of the "season" coming up in 2024-2025. Yacht Rock chronicles the rise of the smooth West Coast sound pioneered by artists like Steely Dan, Toto, & Michael McDonald, exploring its widespread influence. The film includes soulful insight from many musical artists including Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald (Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers), Steve Porcaro (Toto), Steve Lukather (Toto), David Paich (Toto), Prince Paul (De La Soul), Brian Robert Jones (Vampire Weekend), Thundercat, Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson (The Roots), Mac DeMarco and more; "Yacht Rock" web series creator J.D. Ryznar & host Steve Huey; comedian Fred Armisen; music producers, journalists, scholars, and rock critics. Before video killed the radio star, smooth rock ruled the airwaves. This looks so groovy - enjoy. First official trailer (+ poster) for Garret Price's doc Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary, from […]




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Scoop up a new, open-box Lenovo IdeaPad for 45% off

This new, open-box Lenovo IdeaPad 5i 2-in-1 laptop has 1TB storage and ison sale for just $579.99 (reg. $1,069) while supplies last.




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Snag a velocity green Xbox wireless controller nearly half off just for your Player 2

As of Nov. 13, get an Xbox wireless controller in Velocity Green at QVC for $34.99. That's $30 off.




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Phil Spencer Discusses Microsoft’s Xbox Handheld and Mobile Store Plans

Phil Spencer just confirmed that Microsoft wants to release an Xbox handheld. He also said that the company is still working on an Xbox mobile store and exploring more studio acquisitions.

The post Phil Spencer Discusses Microsoft’s Xbox Handheld and Mobile Store Plans appeared first on Thurrott.com.




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Video: Motocross Racing On Boxing Day

[Written by Stephen Wright] Brazilian siblings Kayky and Kevyn De Pinho were among the riders competing for honours at the Bermuda Motocross Association’s Boxing Day Trophy Race at the Bermuda Motorsports Park in Southside, St David’s. “To race here with my friends was fun,” Kevyn told JROC Communications. “It was way different. It was muddy […]




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Motocross Races To Be Held On Boxing Day

Motocross enthusiasts are revving up for a high-octane holiday as the Bermuda Motocross Association announces its Boxing Day Motocross Trophy Race Series. The event, scheduled for December 26, promises to be an exhilarating showcase of speed and skill, with the Southside Motocross Track set to become a battleground for riders. With the gates dropping at 12 […]




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Photos & Video: Boxing Day Motocross Races

Eight classes were contested in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s Boxing Day Trophy Race Series at the Southside Motocross Track. In the Expert class, Allan DeGraff claimed top honours, with Zico Majors finishing runner-up and Aaron Cannonier rounding out the podium after three races. Lorenzo Burch topped the standings in the Over-30 class ahead of Le-Troy […]




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Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul. Proč a kde se máte dívat na box železného důchodce s hubatým influencerem?

Kdykoli to někdo v uplynulých měsících řekl nahlas, znělo to jako vtip. Mike Tyson, světová boxerská legenda, která byla v ringu naposledy v roce 2005, bude v osmapadesáti letech znovu zápasit. Železný boxer v důchodu neodolal lákavé nabídce hubatého sedmadvacetiletého influencera Jakea Paula, který se pokořením legendy chce vydat na cestu profesionálního šampiona boxu. Serióznosti akce navíc moc nepřidalo, že byla v červnu odsunuta z původního termínu. Nyní je ale všechno jinak. Oba bojovníci zveřejnili svá tréninková videa, ve kterých dřou jako koně. Proběhly mediální tréninky i tiskové konference. Do Texasu míří na boxerský galavečer sto tisíc lidí a na Netflixu, který to bude pro své předplatitele streamovat živě, se jej chystá zhlédnout sto milionů diváků. Díky pozvání Netflixu jsem v texaském Arlingtonu osobně a na webu reflex.cz vám přinesu postřehy z této monstr akce.




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Hit Detective Drama, "Shetland," Returns December 11 for Season Nine on BritBox

A double missing person's case blurs the lines between the personal and the professional, as Calder and Tosh are drawn into a labyrinthine investigation.




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Microsoft Gaming Handheld Device 'Few Years' Away, Says Xbox Chief

Microsoft's gaming division is developing prototypes for a handheld gaming device that won't launch for "a few years," gaming chief Phil Spencer said Wednesday. In an interview with Bloomberg, Spencer said that while Microsoft is actively working on prototypes, the company will first focus on improving its Xbox app performance on existing portable devices and establishing hardware partnerships. The gaming unit wants to be "informed by learning and what's happening now" before introducing its own device, Spencer said. "Longer term, I love us building devices," Spencer said, adding that Microsoft's team "could do some real innovative work."

Read more of this story at Slashdot.




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Chelsea & Man City set for 'box office' WSL showdown

BBC Sport previews Saturday's "box office" showdown between the Women's Super League's top two sides - Chelsea and Manchester City.





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Sport | Boxing legend Mike Tyson, 58, back in ring to face Youtuber Paul

Nearly 40 years after making his professional debut, and 19 years after being battered into retirement, a 58-year-old Mike Tyson will climb back into the ring on Friday for a Netflix-backed bout that has drawn widespread condemnation across the boxin




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Kanguva Box Office: पहले दिन बंपर कमाई के साथ हो रही कंगुवा की शुरुआत, सूर्या की फिल्म के खाते में इतने करोड़

Kanguva Box Office: साउथ स्टार सूर्या को बॉक्स ऑफिस पर शानदार ओपनिंग मिली है. इस फिल्म की एडवांस बुकिंग से साफ है कि कमाई अच्छी होने वाली है.




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Xbox boss admits they could buy more studios and no game is off-limits for PS5 players



Phil Spencer, Microsoft's Gaming CEO, has revealed in a new interview that the company is considering more studio acquisitions, and releasing more titles on PlayStation consoles




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FBI offering $25K reward for info leading to suspect wanted for ballot box fires in Oregon, Washington state

The FBI announced its offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest of the suspect responsible for West Coast ballot box fires.



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Xbox is considering a PC gaming handheld

Xbox is exploring a PC gaming handheld, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer told Bloomberg. In an earlier interview with IGN, Spencer had mentioned a hypothetical “Xbox gaming handheld PC device,” which now appears to be in the early research and prototyping stage.

Spencer told IGN that he liked his Asus ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go and Steam Deck and that local play would be important to include if Xbox were to design a handheld console. As Kotaku noted, it's not clear what unique features an Xbox handheld would bring to the table. Still, any new piece of hardware is years away, Spencer told Bloomberg.

For now, work on the Xbox app — which works on existing handhelds — would be the priority, Spencer said, admitting it leaves room for improvement.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox-is-considering-a-pc-gaming-handheld-165515761.html?src=rss





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Computational insights into the synergistic interplay of ligand and fluorine effects in palladium-catalyzed regiodivergent decarboxylative allylic alkylation

Org. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QO00147H, Research Article
Shiyu Wang, Hongli Wu, Xiangyang Tang, Genping Huang
DFT calculations were performed to investigate palladium-catalyzed decarboxylative allylic alkylation of allyl difluoro-β-ketoesters. The synergistic effects of ligand and fluorine substituents on regioselectivity were uncovered.
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Metal-Free Cascade O-H Double Insertion Between I(III)/S(VI)-Ylides, Carboxylic Acids, and Alcohols: Modular Access to Unsymmetrical α,α-O,O-Substituted Ketones

Org. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QO00453A, Research Article
Shang-Shi Zhang, Jiaohang Wei, Wen-Xuan Zou, Qiong Hu, Mei-Zhu Bao, Dan-Ting Shen, Lin Xiao, Jia-Lin Song, Xiang Liu
The synthesis of unsymmetrical α,α-O,O-substituted ketones via O-H double insertion is appealing but remains constrained due to the lack of compatible coupling partners or uncontrollable selectivity. Herein, we present a...
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Sulfamide instead of urea in Biginelli reaction: from black box to reality

Org. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,2155-2160
DOI: 10.1039/D3QO01926H, Research Article
Alexander Yu. Lyapunov, Andriy V. Tarnovskiy, Sergey Yu. Boron, Eduard B. Rusanov, Galyna P. Grabchuk, Dmytro M. Volochnyuk, Serhiy V. Ryabukhin
The scope and limitations of the classical Biginelli reaction have been expanded to principally novel substrates: sulfamide and its monosubstituted analogues.
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Cr-mediated Photocatalytic Decarboxylative Coupling of alpha-Oxo Acids with Benzylic Pyridinium Salts

Org. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QO00475B, Research Article
Jia Cao, Yan Liu, Zhixiang Wang, Le Liu
Herein, we report the chromium/photoredox dual catalytic synthesis of ketones using α-oxo acids with benzylic pyridinium salts. This reaction proceeded by photocatalytic generation of acyl radical from α-oxo acids and...
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Asymmetric imidazole-4,5-dicarboxamide derivatives as SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitors: design, synthesis and biological evaluation

RSC Med. Chem., 2024, 15,3880-3888
DOI: 10.1039/D4MD00414K, Research Article
Phuong Nguyen Hoai Huynh, Phatcharin Khamplong, Minh-Hoang Phan, Thanh-Phuc Nguyen, Phuong Ngoc Lan Vu, Quang-Vinh Tang, Phumin Chamsodsai, Supaphorn Seetaha, Truong Lam Tuong, Thien Y. Vu, Duc-Duy Vo, Kiattawee Choowongkomon, Cam-Van T. Vo
Novel asymmetric imidazole-4,5-dicarboxamide derivatives were synthesized, evaluated for SARS-CoV-2 MPro inhibitory activity in vitro, and investigated for binding ability in silico.
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Kanguva box office prediction day 1: Suriya to score his career-best opening; set to beat Kamal Haasan, Chiyaan Vikram

Kanguva is set to take third biggest opening in Tamil Nadu this year after Thalapathy Vijay's The Greatest of All Time and Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan.




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FBI offers $25,000 reward for information on suspect in ballot box fires

The FBI said Wednesday it is offering up to $25,000 as a reward for information about the suspect behind recent ballot box fires in Oregon and Washington state.




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Letterboxable Packages

Fred Lill, Director at Lil Packaging explains 'letterboxable' packages and what it means for food delivery at Post&Parcel Live: The Food Delivery Seminar.




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'Inside the Box' Look at Excited Hadrons Could Help Solve Mystery of Particle X(3872)

So-called "XYZ states" defy the standard picture of particle behavior and have given rise to several attempts to understand their nature.




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Phil Spencer Discusses Microsoft’s Xbox Handheld and Mobile Store Plans - Thurrott.com

  1. Phil Spencer Discusses Microsoft’s Xbox Handheld and Mobile Store Plans  Thurrott.com
  2. “I think the ball is moving in the right direction." Xbox head Phil Spencer confirms Microsoft mobile game store delay amid Apple, Google regulations in interview  Windows Central
  3. Microsoft is still in the market for video game acquisitions  Windows Central




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Inbox: How will Rox use McMahon this year?

How do you see the Rockies utilizing Ryan McMahon this season? Beat reporter Thomas Harding answers this question and more from fans in the latest Rockies Inbox.




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Inbox: Who are Blue Jays' sleeper prospects?

What unheralded prospect could break out in 2019? Beat reporter Gregor Chisholm answers that and more in this edition of the Inbox.




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Using their toolbox

A couple uses their God-given cultural and evangelistic tools, gained from years spent in the Muslim world, to reach out to Turkish Muslims.




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A shoebox full of God´s love

OM Bosnia distributes Samaritan’s Purse shoebox gifts to close to 2,000 children.




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Thinking outside the box

Santa Marta, Colombia :: Logos Hope's crew moves programmed events off the ship and on to shore.





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Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Headed to PS4 and Xbox One on December 2

Developer Dragami Games announced Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP will launch for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on December 2 for $44.99.

The game first released for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam in September.

The PS4 and Xbox One versions run in 1080p at 30 frames per second or higher. The Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One versions support Smart Delivery, however, the PS5 and PS4 versions do not support cross-buy.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463051/lollipop-chainsaw-repop-headed-to-ps4-and-xbox-one-on-december-2/




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The Thaumaturge Launches December 4 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

Publisher 11 bit studios and developer Fool’s Theory announced the character-driven RPG, The Thaumaturge, will launch for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on December 4.

The game first released for PC via SteamEpic Games Store, and GOG in March.

View the console date reveal trailer below:

Read details on the game below:

The Thaumaturge is a historically rich, character-driven RPG set in 1905 Warsaw.

The game follows Wiktor, a world-weary thaumaturge returning to his roots in Warsaw—a bustling city teeming with cultural diversity, serving as a vivid backdrop for his journey. Wiktor’s story unravels the secrets of his troubled past alongside those of Warsaw’s eclectic residents, representing every facet of the city’s society. Ultimately, he may even uncover the intrigues of Rasputin, a shadowy figure weaving influence at the highest levels of the Imperial Court and within the Tsarist forces occupying Poland.

With his thaumaturgic powers, Wiktor sees beyond the ordinary, manipulating others’ wills to achieve his ends and forming connections with mystical beings known as Salutors. While these entities offer distinct advantages in turn-based combat and detective-style investigations, each also brings a unique burden—whether Pride, Recklessness, or another flaw—which Wiktor must absorb, making their powers a double-edged sword.

Features:

  • Play an isometric RPG where your choices will shape the final outcome of the story.
  • Use your unique skills to influence and manipulate other characters to bend their will to your liking.
  • Tame the power of folklore-inspired demons called Salutors to gain an advantage when exploring the world and bringing adversaries to their knees.
  • Experience unique turn-based combat and defeat your foes using both physical attacks and the skills of your tamed Salutors.
  • Meet a rich gallery of characters from different parts of society on your journey and use your mystic abilities to discover their hidden secrets.
  • Explore the rarely portrayed historical period of early 20th-century Warsaw, where crime and luxury are often two sides of the same coin.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463052/the-thaumaturge-launches-december-4-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-xs/




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Xbox is Still Open to Acquiring More Publishers and Developers

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer speaking with Bloomberg revealed Xbox is still open to acquiring more publishers and developers.

"We definitely want to be in the market, and when we can find teams and technology and capability that add to what we're trying to do in gaming at Microsoft, absolutely we will keep our heads up," said Spencer.

Spencer added no deals were "imminent" and any that might happen won't be on the scale of Activision Blizzard.

China is a potential area for acquisitions, according to Spencer. 

"It’s been a good area for us to learn from creative teams that have real unique capability," he said. "The real opportunity is to partner with creative teams in China for global."

Xbox in recent years has acquired Activision Blizzard, Bethesda parent company ZeniMax, and over a dozen other studios.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463054/xbox-is-still-open-to-acquiring-more-publishers-and-developers/




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Phil Spencer: Xbox Won't Rule Out Any Games for PlayStation or Nintendo

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer speaking with Bloomberg said Xbox won't rule out releasing any game on other platforms like PlayStation and Nintendo.

"I do not see sort of red lines in our portfolio that say 'thou must not,'" said Spencer. He added it is too early to make a decision on the next version of Halo.

Spencer did say he was pleased with the sales of the first wave of Xbox games that released on other platforms.

Xbox announced in February it would be releasing four its game on other platforms like the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The four games were PentimentHi-Fi RushGrounded, and Sea of Thieves. Pentiment and Grounded released for the PS5, PS4, and Switch, while Hi-Fi Rush and Sea of Thieves released for the PS5.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463055/phil-spencer-xbox-wont-rule-out-any-games-for-playstation-or-nintendo/




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Spencer: Xbox Working on Prototype Handhelds, Any Device is a Few Years Out

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer speaking with Bloomberg confirmed Xbox is working on prototypes for a handheld Xbox, however, any device is at least a few years away from release.

Spencer wants the Xbox hardware team to analyze the handheld market, which includes the Nintendo Switch, the Steam Deck, and more. He wants the team to "develop its vision based on what it learns."

In the short term, Spencer wants Xbox to focus on making its app work better on current portable devices and to partner with hardware manufacturers to ensure Xbox products sync.

"Longer term, I love us building devices," he said. "And I think our team could do some real innovative work, but we want to be informed by learning and what’s happening now."

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463056/spencer-xbox-working-on-prototype-handhelds-any-device-is-a-few-years-out/




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Xbox Series X|S vs Xbox 360 Sales Comparison in Japan - October 2024

The VGChartz sales comparison series of articles are updated monthly and each one focuses on a different sales comparison using our estimated video game hardware figures. The charts include comparisons between the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, as well as with older platforms. There are articles based on our worldwide estimates, as well as the US, Europe, and Japan.

This monthly series compares the aligned sales of the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox 360 in Japan, as well as looking at lifetime original Xbox sales and Xbox One sales.

The Xbox Series X|S launched in Japan in November 2020, while the Xbox 360 launched in Japan in December 2005. The original Xbox launched in Japan in February 2002 and the Xbox One in September 2014.

XSX|S Vs. X360 Japan:

Gap change in latest month: 9,729 - X360

Gap change over last 12 months: 260,451 - X360

Total Lead: 557,867 - X360

Xbox Series X|S Total Sales: 636,764

Xbox 360 Total Sales: 1,194,631

October 2024 is the 48th month the Xbox Series X|S has been available for in Japan. In the latest month, the gap grew in favor of the Xbox 360 when compared to the aligned launch of the Xbox Series X|S by 9,729 units.

In the last 12 months, the Xbox 360 has outsold the Xbox Series X|S by 0.26 million units. The Xbox 360 is currently ahead by 0.56 million units.

The Xbox Series X|S has sold 0.64 million units in 48 months, while the Xbox 360 sold 1.19 million units. Month 48 for the Xbox Series X|S is October 2024 and for the Xbox 360 is November 2009.

The Xbox 360 crossed 1.2 million units in month 49 and 1.5 million units in month 67. The Xbox 360 sold 1.66 million units lifetime. The Xbox Series X|S is 1.02 million units behind lifetime Xbox 360 sales.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.

Full Article - https://www.vgchartz.com/article/463010/xbox-series-xs-vs-xbox-360-sales-comparison-in-japan-october-2024/