Alan Velasco

2 days ago | hothardware.com | Alan Velasco

It has been over 10 years since gamers last had the chance to explore the exhilarating world of James Bond, and this new entry in the popular spy franchise is in the hands of an experienced studio. IO Interactive, best known for the Hitman series, is stepping up to deliver its own version of 007’s origin story with a third-person action-adventure romp in 007: First Light. The developers are going all the way back to Bond’s mid 20s, where he’s getting his feet wet as an air crewman in the Navy.

3 days ago | hothardware.com | Alan Velasco

Crocodilus, a relatively new banking trojan targeting Android devices, is continuing to evolve since it was first spotted back in March by the Mobile Threat Intelligence team at Threat Fabric. The improvements aim to make the malware harder to detect alongside adding new features. Additionally, the threat actors that are deploying this malware have started to expand to other parts of the globe. If malware makers want their wares to remain viable, then it needs to be difficult to detect.

4 days ago | hothardware.com | Alan Velasco

Launch day for the Nintendo Switch 2 is drawing near, with an initial lineup that's light on Nintendo-made games. As such, fans who are lucky enough to secure the new console on day one will likely be exploring what’s being offered from third-party studios. One of the more intriguing titles coming will be Cyberpunk 2077. It’s making the leap from x86 based PCs and consoles to the ARM powered Switch 2, and CD Projekt Red shared insights into the process of creating the bespoke version with IGN.

5 days ago | hothardware.com | Alan Velasco

The gaming industry is currently going through some turbulent times, which has seen a plethora of studios get shutdown. It has led to discussions regarding how the business needs to change to become more sustainable and move away from pinning its hopes on mega hits such as Grand Theft Auto VI. CD Projekt Red, however, seems to have no intention in shifting how it operates according to joint-CEO Marcin Iwiński.

5 days ago | hothardware.com | Alan Velasco

Elden Ring Nightreign has had a mixed reception after launching last week, with one of the biggest complaints coming form gamers hoping to enjoy some modes with less than three players. While the game supports those looking to play solo, two player runs aren’t currently possible. Thankfully, modders have already devised a way to make it happen. Luke Yui, the modder behind the Seamless co-op mod long used by players of the original Elden Ring, is back again.