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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
6 things Rockstar did right in GTA 5 that must return
When GTA V dropped in 2013, it didn't just raise the bar, it became the bar. From dynamic gameplay to unforgettable characters, Rockstar delivered a near-perfect open-world experience. Now, as we count down to GTA VI , one thing's clear: some things from GTA V absolutely need to return. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Here's a quick hit-list of what Rockstar nailed, and why we need more of it. 1. Character Switching Michael, Franklin, and Trevor - three wildly different personalities, three storylines, and one seamless mechanic to switch between them. This wasn't just a gimmick. It made the story richer, gave missions variety, and let players explore the world from different angles. Rockstar, please don't leave this behind. How GTA 6 Graphics are SO REALISTIC! 2. A Living, Breathing Open World Los Santos felt alive . Pedestrians had conversations, animals roamed the wild, and random events could trigger anywhere. It wasn't more than just background, it was part of the game. Whether you were chasing a purse thief or stumbling into a cult, the world responded to you. This kind of immersive sandbox is what makes Rockstar games iconic, and it's non-negotiable for GTA VI. 3. Heists That Made You Think Heists weren't just about shooting your way through. You had to plan, choose your crew, pick your approach, and deal with the consequences. These multi-layered missions gave players creative freedom and replayability. Honestly, GTA V's heists felt like mini-games inside the main game. That's gold. Rockstar, bring them back, and make them bigger. 4. Killer Radio Stations & Soundtrack Music in GTA has always been a vibe, but GTA V perfected it. From flying down the highway with Kendrick blasting to tuning in for hilarious talk shows, the soundtrack shaped the entire feel of the game. Rockstar knows how to mix iconic hits with hidden gems, and we need another banger playlist in GTA VI. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Period. All 13 Side Activities In GTA 6! Who's Excited? #fyp #gta6 #grandtheftauto #videogame #news 5. Next-Level Side Activities Tennis. Yoga. Golf. Stock market trading. Bounty hunting. GTA V blurred the lines between side quests and full-blown games. These weren't throwaway extras, they were legit fun. It made the game feel endless, like there was always something to do. GTA VI shouldn't just bring this back, it should level it up. 6. Online Mode That Grew With Players Say what you want about GTA Online, but it's a juggernaut. Heists, roleplaying servers, weekly events, business empires. Rockstar built an entire second life into the game. If GTA VI's online mode learns from this and launches stronger from day one, it could be even more massive. GTA V wasn't just successful because it was big. It was smartly big, packed with details, features, and freedom that made players lose hours without even realizing it. If Rockstar carries forward these six wins into GTA VI, we're not just looking at a good sequel. We're looking at a generational leap.
Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
TrustNFT.io Announces TrustNFT - AV: A Blockchain Solution for Name and Age Verification
FRANKLIN, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / May 30, 2025 / Silver Scott Mines, Inc. (OTC PINK:SILS) today unveiled TrustNFT - AV, a streamlined version of its blockchain-based identity platform, TrustNFT - AV is purpose-built to verify only name and age, offering a secure, privacy-first solution for social media platforms, age-restricted events, and websites seeking to prevent underage access and reduce the risk of fake IDs. Addressing the Challenge of Age Verification 'Traditional age verification methods are not only invasive but also easily circumvented by fake IDs and data leaks,' said the TrustNFT development team. 'TrustNFT - AV puts privacy and security at the forefront, providing a blockchain-secured credential that is both tamper-resistant and user-controlled.' Key Features of TrustNFT - AV Target Markets TrustNFT - AV is tailored for: By providing a secure, verifiable, and privacy-preserving way to check age and identity, TrustNFT - AV helps organizations comply with regulations and protect minors from unauthorized access. Reducing the Risk of Fake IDs Unlike traditional verification systems that rely on easily forged physical documents, TrustNFT - AV's blockchain-based approach makes it significantly harder for underage users to gain access using fake credentials. Each verification is cryptographically signed and instantly auditable, giving platforms and event organizers confidence in compliance and safety. About Silver Scott Mines, Inc. (OTC PINK:SILS) Silver Scott Mines, through its digital innovation division, Silver Scott Digital, is dedicated to building blockchain-secured financial and identity tools for next-generation compliance, transparency, and user sovereignty. TrustNFT is the company's flagship platform for digital identity and private market infrastructure. For more information or to partner with TrustNFT - AV, visit . Contact: Stuart Fine, CEO 908-356-9852 #TrustNFT #AgeVerification #BlockchainIdentity #OTCSILS #DigitalCompliance #PrivacyFirst Disclaimer: TrustNFT - AV is in beta and not a registered identity platform. Use is subject to platform terms and verification requirements. Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expected and projected. Words such as expects, believes, anticipates, intends, estimates, seeks and variations and similar words and expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements with respect to revenues, earnings, performance, strategies, prospects and other aspects of the businesses of Silver Scott Mines are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual events, performance or results to differ materially from the events, performance and results discussed in the forward-looking Silver Scott Mines Inc press release
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Sean Payton expects ex-Oregon WR Troy Franklin to shine in 2025 NFL season
Sean Payton expects ex-Oregon WR Troy Franklin to shine in 2025 NFL season Some players in the National Football League develop more quickly than others. In the case of current Denver Broncos wide receiver and former Oregon football standout Troy Franklin, it took about half a season. But once he did find his footing in the Mile High City, Franklin was doing the exact same thing he was doing at Autzen Stadium, catching big passes and scoring touchdowns. Head coach Sean Peyton took notice and sees Franklin's growth on the field as a promising sign for 2025. He saw something similar in another receiver on the Denver roster, Marvin Mims. "I think you're going to see those type of ascensions with players like Troy (Franklin)," Peyton said. Mims caught 22 passes for 377 yards and just one touchdown in 2023. But in 2024, Mims improved tremendously with 39 catches for 503 yards and six trips to the end zone. Denver's quarterback situation was a bit different with Bo Nix behind center last season rather than the often-injured Russell Wilson. For his rookie campaign, Franklin had 28 receptions for 263 yards and two touchdowns. Hopefully, Franklin can have a similar uptick in numbers. If he does, the Broncos will have a nice 1-2 punch at the receiver position for 2025 and beyond. Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinions.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom In The Fantastic Four: First Steps? What We Know
Last Updated: Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps will officially kick off Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps is coming soon, and excitement has grown after a recent public test screening in Los Angeles. Some believe the screening was held because the studio is unsure if the movie will connect with audiences. But soon after the screening, details about the movie's post-credits scene started appearing online. According to Super Hero Hype, quoting popular scooper MyTimeToShineHello, the scene shows Sue Storm (played by Vanessa Kirby) reading to her son Franklin, who is also the child of Reed Richards, played by Pedro Pascal. When she briefly leaves the room, she returns to find Doctor Doom sitting beside Franklin, holding his mask. The leak also says that Doom's outfit is 'very comic accurate." While it has already been confirmed that Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of Doctor Doom in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), this post-credits scene does not show his face, as per the scooper. Chris Evans, who played the Human Torch in the 2000s Fantastic Four movies, may or may not appear in First Steps. The scooper said, 'I know for a fact he filmed something, so it was either cut or will be in the final version of the film." Chris Evans is better known as Captain America in the MCU, but he also played the Human Torch in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024). The post-credits scene of the last MCU movie, Thunderbolts* (also called The New Avengers), showed the team receiving a distress signal from the Fantastic Four's spacecraft. Because of this, many fans thought The Fantastic Four: First Steps would end with the destruction of the Fantastic Four's reality, which forced them to escape to the main MCU timeline. But based on the leaked details from First Steps' post-credits scene, it looks like the Fantastic Four will succeed in saving their world from Galactus. Doom's arrival and the possible kidnapping of Franklin might be what pushes the team to travel to Earth-616 to warn others. The film is set in a 1960s-style, retro-futuristic world. Alongside Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby, the film will see Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in the role of Ben Grimm/The Thing. Together, they must stop Galactus (Ralph Ineson), a cosmic being who plans to devour the planet along with the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps hits theatres on July 25 and will officially kick off Phase 6 of the MCU. About the Author First Published: May 30, 2025, 16:55 IST
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
2025 spring MIAA state tournament schedule and results for baseball, lacrosse and more
The spring state tournaments are upon us. With six sports in action and 31 brackets to monitor, that's a lot of information flying around. Opening rounds began Tuesday with tennis, and sports like volleyball, rugby, lacrosse, baseball and softball will follow later in the week. Advertisement We'll be monitoring the action as it progresses and aggregating the results here. Follow along through Father's Day weekend and the state championships: Tuesday, May 27 Boys tennis Division 3 Round of 32 No. 14 Dover Sherborn 4, No. 19 Marlborough 1 Girls tennis Division 3 preliminary round No. 30 Seekonk 4, No. 35 Hudson 1 Wednesday, May 28 Boys tennis Division 1 Round of 32 No. 22 King Philip (13-7) at No. 11 Wellesley (11-8), 4 p.m. No. 27 Natick (3-14) at No. 6 Lexington (19-1), 4 p.m. No. 19 Framingham (7-11) at No. 14 Newton South (8-7), 4:15 p.m. No. 20 Lincoln-Sudbury (5-8) at No. 13 Westford Academy (9-4), at Robinson Elementary School, 4:15 p.m. Division 2 Round of 32 No. 26 Reading (6-10) at No. 7 Westborough (11-5), 4 p.m. Advertisement Defending champs: After 3 years of heartbreak in the state finals, Westborough boys tennis breaks through No. 20 Algonquin (9-7) at No. 13 Marblehead (15-2), 4:30 p.m. Division 3 Round of 32 No. 25 Nauset (5-11) at No. 8 Holliston (9-5), at Goodwill Park, 4 p.m. No. 21 Ashland (6-11) at No. 12 Wakefield (11-6), 4:45 p.m. Girls tennis Division 1 preliminary round No. 35 Brockton (6-6) at No. 30 Framingham (4-11), 4 p.m. Division 1 Round of 32 No. 26 Plymouth South (9-9) at No. 7 Lincoln-Sudbury (7-7), 4 p.m. Natick High School junior Grace Zhang, before the match against Brookline, May 13, 2025. 'It's like a coaching video': Natick girls tennis has never had a player like Grace Zhang No. 18 Shrewsbury (10-8) at No. 15 Natick (11-7), 4 p.m. Advertisement No. 22 Algonquin (9-7) at No. 11 Concord-Carlisle (7-7), 4 p.m. Division 2 Round of 32 No. 22 Holliston (10-6) at No. 11 Oliver Ames (13-3), 3:45 p.m. Division 3 Round of 32 No. 18 Watertown (12-8) at No. 15 Medway (10-6), 4 p.m. Boys volleyball Division 1 Round of 32 No. 21 Weymouth (12-8) at No. 12 Wellesley (10-9), 4 p.m. Division 2 Round of 32 No. 18 Pioneer Christian (13-2) at No. 15 Millis (13-7), 6 p.m. Thursday, May 29 Boys tennis Division 1 Round of 32 No. 28 Franklin (8-10) at No. 5 Concord-Carlisle (11-3), 4 p.m. Division 2 Round of 32 No. 32 Whitman-Hanson (7-12) at No. 1 Hopkinton (18-0), 4 p.m. Advertisement Moving on up: Hopkinton boys tennis completes first undefeated season behind a new No. 1 from Germany No. 28 Milford (9-11) at No. 5 Wayland (8-5), 4 p.m. Division 3 Round of 32 No. 23 Swampscott (8-8) at No. 10 Medway (11-5), 4 p.m. Girls tennis Division 1 Round of 32 No. 20 Hopkinton (13-5) at No. 13 Franklin (13-4), 4 p.m. Division 4 Round of 32 No. 24 AMSA (9-9) at No. 9 Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School (20-0), at Hampshire College, 4 p.m. No. 26 Hopedale (6-9) at No. 7 Ipswich (12-4), 5 p.m. No. 20 Lee (10-5) at No. 13 Millis (10-8), 5:15 p.m. Boys volleyball Division 1 Round of 32 No. 22 Milford (12-9) at No. 11 Chelmsford (17-3), 5 p.m. Division 2 preliminary round No. 34 Keefe Tech (12-8) at No. 31 Granby (13-6), 5:15 p.m. Advertisement No. 35 Assabet Valley (13-7) at No. 30 Chicopee (9-11), 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 30 Girls tennis Division 1 Round of 32 No. 36 Revere/No. 29 Malden at No. 4 Wellesley (19-0), 4 p.m. On a run: Budding dynasty? State-champion Wellesley girls tennis doesn't have a senior Division 2 Round of 32 No. 31 Melrose (8-10) at No. 2 Wayland (10-5), 4 p.m. Division 3 Round of 32 No. 33 Groton-Dunstable/No. 32 Wareham at No. 1 Dover-Sherborn (16-0) Boys volleyball Division 1 preliminary round No. 38 Algonquin (9-9) at No. 27 Taunton (15-4), 6 p.m. Division 2 Round of 32 No. 17 Doherty (13-3) at No. 16 Bellingham (15-5), 5 p.m. Wayland junior captain Finn Bell fires a shot towards St. John's during the game in Wayland, April 1, 2025. The Eagles defeated the Warriors, 3-2. 'Natural to him': Wayland junior Finn Bell's volleyball skills are rare to find in Mass. Advertisement Assabet/Chicopee at No. 3 Wayland (12-8), 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 Girls rugby Division 1 semifinals No. 3 Weymouth (5-1) at No. 2 Lincoln-Sudbury (4-3), 5 p.m. TBA Boys tennis Division 3 Round of 16 No. 14 Dover-Sherborn (9-8) vs. No. 3 Newburyport/No. 30 Auburn/No. 35 Tantasqua Girls tennis Division 2 Round of 32 No. 38 Cardinal Spellman/No. 27 Minnechaug at No. 6 Westborough (11-5) Boys volleyball Division 1 Round of 32 No. 34 Andover/No. 31 Waltham at No. 2 Natick (16-2) Algonquin/Taunton at No. 6 Nipmuc (18-2) Division 2 Round of 32 No. 38 Madison Park/No. 27 University Park Campus at No. 6 Marlborough (17-2) This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: 2025 MIAA spring state tournament schedule and results from MetroWest
