Civilization 7 Launch Day Player Count Falls Short of Civ 6
Civilization 7 has officially launched, following a period of early access that allowed some players to experience the game ahead of its general release. Despite excitement surrounding new gameplay features and the flexibility of leaders to head different civilizations, the game’s initial user reviews have been notably low. On its launch day, Civilization 7 reached a peak player count on Steam that was only half that of Civilization 6’s launch in 2016. This disparity may be influenced by Civilization 7’s multi-platform release strategy.
Concerns Raised Over Nintendo Switch 2 Subscription Model
Nintendo continues to require players to pay a monthly subscription for access to classic games, a model that sets it apart from other console manufacturers who typically offer games for individual purchase. As the company prepares for the launch of the Switch 2, there is growing public sentiment that this approach should shift towards a more player-friendly model.
Nvidia’s Latest Prototypes: GeForce RTX 4090 and 5090
A recent leak has revealed prototypes of Nvidia’s next generation of graphics cards, the RTX 4090 and 5090. These early development boards include four 16-pin power connectors, along with additional power interfaces, test points, debugging options, and various jumpers on the printed circuit board (PCB), indicating robust testing and development activity for the upcoming hardware.
