Descending at an angle could be key to landing heavier craft on Mars

Concept art of a spacecraft changing directions using retropropulsion.NASA One of the (many) challenges of landing a spacecraft on Mars is getting it to settle on the surface safely, without impacting too hard or damaging any of the delicate scientific equipment on board. The heavier the craft, the more difficult a safe landing is to achieve, which is why the heaviest vehicle landed on Mars so far is the Curiosity Rover which weighs a relatively light 1 metric ton (2,200 lbs)....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Jordan Jones

Destiny 2’s Inverted Spire Strike being revamped with a “Vex-geance” in Episode Revenant

Destiny 2’s Inverted Spire Strike being revamped with a “Vex-geance” in Episode Revenant Vanilla Destiny 2 Strike, The Inverted Spire, is getting a major facelift when Episode Revenant launches on October 8. Available in-game since Destiny 2’s launch in 2017, years of power creep and gameplay design improvements have left the Vanguard Strike in an outdated state. Remaining largely untouched for seven years, Bungie confirmed in itsTWID on October 3that it’ll be “back with a Vex-geance....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Charles Stevens

Elden Ring DLC May Be Bigger Than You Ever Imagined

Summary WhileElden Ring’sShadow of the ErdtreeDLC (probably) won’t be able to match the enormous size of the base game, the Land of Shadow in which it takes place might still be bigger than most players are expecting. As is what is essentially tradition for the Soulsborne games developed by FromSoftware,Elden Ringis being significantly expanded with DLC, which promises to bring new areas, weapons, and story to the game, filling in at least some of the narrative gaps left by the base game’s established lore....

July 30, 2025 · 4 min · 694 words · Allison Brown

Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree(Enemies, NPCs, & Rewards)

Quick Links Castle Ensis is a minor dungeon inElden Ring:Shadow of the Erdtree. Accessible early in the narrative, it is presented as the second dungeon to enter, though it can technically be accessed first. As it is smaller and more straightforward than other dungeons in the DLC, it is relatively easier to clear through. Despite its comparative simplicity, Castle Ensis offers a variety of enemies, from tough to more manageable, providing a fun challenge....

July 30, 2025 · 9 min · 1820 words · Lindsay Davis

Everything coming to Amazon Prime Video in June 2023

Summer is finally here, but Amazon’s streaming service is determined to get you to stay in the house. Prime Video’s June 2023 programming slate has something for everyone:sci-fi movies, comedies, romance films, dramas, stand-up specials, and even a car show about touring the beautiful European countryside. The list of new arrivals throughout the month features quite a few noteworthy additions to the Prime Video library, including the final season of Tom Clancy’sJack RyanstarringThe Office‘s John Krasinski, the premiere of the original satire seriesI’m a Virgo, and the Australian mystery seriesDeadloch....

July 30, 2025 · 4 min · 771 words · Michael Goodman

Experiment showcases 3D dental scanner capable of running Counter-Strike: Source

One would assume that medical equipment is not as capable as a modern PC. However, in a surprising and creative tech experiment, Redditoru/AfternoonPutrid8558demonstrated howCounter-Strike: Sourcecould be played on a 3D dental scanner. The system, equipped with an old Intel processor and AMD GPU, proved surprisingly capable of running the popular first-person shooter at an impressive 600 to 700 frames per second (fps). The post has gained a bit of attention on ther/pcmasterracesubreddit, highlighting the creative potential of reusing older hardware for gaming....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Michael Maxwell

Frank Grillo on Paradise Highway and a potential MCU return as Crossbones

Frank Grillo loves to work. Since 2017, the veteran actor has registered over 20 film credits that includeBoss Level,Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard,andPoint Blank. This innate desire to work is not a decision motivated by a paycheck. Instead, Grillo’s dedication to acting comes from his genuine love for the craft. Although Grillo predominantly stars in action films, he’s not afraid to step outside of his comfort zone, with his role inParadise Highwayas a case in point....

July 30, 2025 · 6 min · 1117 words · Carmen Mueller

Ghost of Tsushima: All Hot Spring Locations

Quick Links To increase Jin’s maximum health inGhost of Tsushima, players can visit a total of 20 different Hot Springs scattered all over Tsushima and Iki Island. At these special spots, Jin can take a well-deserved break from fighting the Mongol invasion to rest, relax, and reflect on his experiences so far. Players are rewarded with increased HP, a unique armor set, and a trophy. Finding all of the Hot Springs is just one of the activities needed to unlock the Body, Mind, and Spirit trophy....

July 30, 2025 · 5 min · 894 words · Richard Cervantes

Gray Zone Warfare: How to retrieve the flash drive for Business or Pleasure

Gray Zone Warfare: How to retrieve the flash drive for Business or Pleasure While progressing inGray Zone Warfare, the vendor Handshake will eventually task players with completing the Business or Pleasure quest. Here’s how to complete the challenge. The source of the assignment is Handshake’s curiosity about an armed group of enemies hanging around the Pha Lang Airfield. He specifically wants intel on their hiding place and intentions. Handshake doesn’t spell it out, but the mission requires the retrieval of a flash drive that can only be found in one location....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 253 words · Cynthia Lin

Hallmark boss axed and The Way Home fans are freaking out

Hallmark boss axed and The Way Home fans are freaking out Hallmark EVP Programming lead Lisa Hamilton Daly has been axed, and The Way Home fans are worried about the future of the channel’s most successful show. According to Deadline, Daly’s “elimination” is part of a brand-wide shakeup hoping to streamline its content across multiple platforms. A statementexplained, “The position of EVP, Programming was eliminated and Lisa Hamilton Daly will depart the company....

July 30, 2025 · 3 min · 541 words · Robert Horn

Haptic feedback headphones are a great idea that still hasn’t been done right

I never thought vibrating headphones would be a good idea until I tried the recently-releasedRazer Kraken V3 HyperSenseheadset. It’s a jarring concept at first — why would I want my headset to vibrate? But after spending some time with Razer’s HyperSense technology, I’m a believer that haptic feedback will show up in thebest gaming headsetsin the future. But, the concept requires belief. Although haptics have a chance to elevate gaming, watching movies, and listening to music, the options available today aren’t great — Kraken V3 HyperSense included....

July 30, 2025 · 6 min · 1104 words · Zachary Ferguson

Hot Wheels is turning this insane, jet-inspired custom car into a toy

It’s a dream come true for car enthusiasts. Hot Wheels has selected the custom-built car it will scale down into a toy and sell in stores all around the world. The firm began looking for a custom-made car to join its toy lineup in early 2018. The project was part of its 50th birthday celebrations. On its official website,the company explainsit looked for “that Hot Wheels-ness that nails amazing performance and outrageous design....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Daniel Snyder

How Global Weapon Builds work in Warzone & Black Ops 6: New feature explained

How Global Weapon Builds work in Warzone & Black Ops 6: New feature explained WarzoneandBlack Ops 6are set to integrate on a new level thanks to the Global Weapon Builds system. Here’s how the new feature works across the games. While we’ve seen annual CoD titles integrate with Warzone in the past, to varying degrees of success, Treyarch is trying something brand new with the integration of Black Ops 6....

July 30, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Manuel Wright DVM