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Metro
19 hours ago
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- Metro
Black Ops 6 players threaten to quit over new microtransaction ads
A new addition to the weapon loadout screen in Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 has caused outrage amongst players, as season four gets underway. Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 added a bunch of multiplayer maps, modes, weapons, and gameplay tweaks last week, as part of its fourth season, but one particular change has sparked anger amongst players. After the season four update rolled out on Thursday, May 29, Call Of Duty players have noticed an advertisement promoting premium weapons and skins in the weapon select menu which wasn't there before. While the Call Of Duty launcher often carries these kinds of promotions, players are miffed they've crossed over into the gameplay itself – especially as Black Ops 6 players have already forked out £69.99 for the full game. 'One of the unwelcome changes I've noticed with season four is that they've now inserted a new ad spot at the top of the list of your weapon specific builds,' Reddit user whambampl writes. 'So now every time you toggle between weapon builds you get to stare at ads for $20-$30 skins. I'm sure the Activision developer who suggested this terrible feature is very proud of themselves.' They added: 'This change is especially unneeded because you could already toggle from Builds to Shop on any given weapon and apparently not being thrown directly in our faces didn't make them enough money. Many of us paid $60-$100 for a feature game and don't want to be bombarded with additional ads.' Season 4 brings new ad spot in game for weapons byu/whambampl inblackops6 In a nod to SpongeBob SquarePants, one user replied: 'Actively witnessing Call Of Duty become the Krusty Krab.' Other players have vowed to quit playing following this update. 'This ad mess is ridiculous,' one user wrote. 'They make huge bank already for them to even do this should be illegal. I've never been done with a COD this fast ever. But she's getting deleted.' More Trending Another added: 'I'm so dumbfounded… this seriously makes me want to uninstall based on principle alone! You guys have to be smoking something.' This issue has been the subject of several threads expressing a similar sentiment. 'I wouldn't even be mad if this was just in Warzone, a free game, but putting it in a pay-to-play premium title, with how expensive they're getting?' questioned one commenter. Last month, a report highlighted how Call Of Duty was slowly losing players each year. As of March 2025, Call Of Duty had 20.6 million players, a decline from 20.8 million in March 2024 and 22.4 million in March 2023. While these are still huge numbers, it's perhaps a sign that Call Of Duty's dominance could be at risk if a competitor makes a big enough splash. EA is hoping to do just that with the next Battlefield, which is set to launch sometime before March 2026. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Survival Kids hands-on preview – the biggest Switch 2 third party exclusive MORE: Nintendo is bringing one of its exclusive games to PC claims Microsoft website MORE: Ubisoft teases Splinter Cell reveal but don't get your hopes up
Buzz Feed
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
26 Budget-Friendly Products Giving Squilliam Fancyson
A decorative seashell pillow that offers luxury underwater vibes to your sofa or bedspread with a soft, velvet material. So what if you don't live in the fanciest, tallest house in Bikini Bottom? These adorable pillows will at least make it feel like your truth! A long-sleeve satin robe that feels like silk on your skin at a fraction of the price. Sure, it's no expensive smoking jacket, but it's still delivering "I could get on a private jet for a fresh Pretty Patty if I wanted to" vibes even while you're slinking around your kitchen for a late-night snack! Orrrr, if a robe isn't your style — a satin pajama set featuring lounge pants and a long-sleeve button-up with contrast piping, so you have something chic and comfortable to wear when lounging about. Squilliam Fancyson only sleeps in silky fabrics and gets 10 hours of blissful, uninterrupted snoozing unlike his Be more like Squilliam! An acrylic chandelier lampshade to transform your regular-degular pendant lighting into something worthy of a penthouse apartment. It will dazzle and delight your guests at first sight and cost you less than a dinner at the 5-Star Krusty Krab! E.l.f. Wow Brow, a buildable, wax-like gel that helps you sculpt the brow shape of your dreams with a fuller appearance thanks to its tinted hue. Plus, the spoolie brush makes each swipe look like natural hairs as you comb and create. When you've got a unibrow as "big and valuable" as Squilliam, you want to make sure it looks perfect each time you leave the house. Orrrr an Etude eyebrow pencil featuring a triangular design and an adhesive combo of powder, wax, and oil to deliver a soft, realistic-looking texturized look that lasts. The other side of the pencil boasts a spoolie brush for precision grooming and shaping! A set of square stemmed wineglasses for anyone who lives and breathes fine dining. Their contemporary elegance compares to the popular (and more expensive) Crate & Barrel glasses, but reviewers say they are a lot more durable. Sure, your wine may only cost $12, but it'll taste a lot more expensive in these. A set of internet-famous Mellanni sheets designed with moisture-wicking, super-soft microfiber material that'll feel sooooo comfy, you might start taking extra-long naps during the day just to get back in them. When people ask Squilliam how he sleeps well at night knowing he's a bonafide hater, he sends them the link to these sheets. 😮💨 Plus, a set of satin pillowcases that are great for your skin *and* hair because the silky material helps lessen friction. This means reduced damage to your tresses and salon looks that'll actually last! Who wants to spend money on more expensive brands like Slip and Blissy, when these are under $10?! A ready-to-frame poster of Squidward's "Bold and Brash" masterpiece to elevate your home decor with a unique and nostalgic art piece. Squilliam's mansion is large enough that I wouldn't be surprised to find this piece hanging on the all, keep your friends close and your enemies closer. A bottle of Nyx setting spray because when you live in Bikini Bottom, you want to make sure your makeup stays put no matter what shenanigans are happening in town. Reviewers swear you don't have to worry about sweating, crying, or wiping it off — and that even under $10 it's comparable to more expensive setting sprays by Mac and Urban Decay! A moisturizing body wash infused with white jasmine, red currant, and sweet amber, so you can smell like a musky autumn morning without having to spend the big bucks. I bet all those times we've seen Squidward sudsing up in the shower, he's la-da-dee-la-di-da-ing away with this budget-friendly alternative to the $$$ Baccarat Rouge 540 soap because who will know the difference?! A gold decorative mirror to use as a tray on your vanity or living room table to display your knickknacks, perfume, or everyday essentials. You could also hang it as an elegant statement piece to complement the rest of your antique-look and goldtone decor! A budget-friendly wireless library light that'll show off your favorite artwork on your walls as if you're actually on a trip to the Met or Louvre. Why let your gallery wall hide away in the shadows, when you can make everything look like it belongs in the collection of Monty P. Moneybags?! A simple faux-diamond tennis bracelet, which looks waaaay more expensive than it actually is, but no one has to know you spent less than $20 bucks on your new favorite accessory! You may not own a private helipad, yacht, island, or you can at least show off a glam fit for a Fancyson! A bottle of truffle seasoning to fancify your fries, popcorn, omelets, pasta, etc., and enjoy the same delicious truffle taste at a fraction of the market price. Wait — maybe this is the secret ingredient in the coveted Krusty Krab recipe?! Nah, Eugene Krabs would Squilliam would! Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener featuring a lightweight, color-balancing formula infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid and nourishing shea butter for a reliable coverage solution that's nothing short of the magic in King Neptune's trident. Reviewers even compare its quality to concealers and brighteners by Becca or Bobbi Brown! An electric jellyfish mood tank in case you can't afford one of those massive ornamental fish tanks that are the star of any wealthy villain's living room. Choose one of the three water flow speeds and elevate the ambiance of your space by pretending you're picnicking in Jellyfish Fields. 🥹 A pair of waterproof wireless earbuds that are giving AirPods Pro, but with *whispers* better features like an LED display charging case, 60-hour playback on a single charge, and smart touch controls to skip music, answer calls, adjust volume, or ask Siri / Google a question! Pretend you're at the Bubble Bowl with these noise-cancelling powerhouses while listening to "Sweet Victory" on repeat! And a pair of wireless over-the-ear headphones featuring cushy padding, 10 hours of playtime per charge, noise cancellation, and even a built-in mic, so you can take calls hands-free! These may look like the drool-worthy AirPods Max, but they costs hundreds and hundreds of dollars less. 😭 A lidded charcuterie board that will have your guests and coworkers raving at your next party or office potluck. When you're as popular as Squilliam Fancyson, you're going to be entertaining a gaggle of groupies constantly, so make sure you can create cutest charcuterie board for them to gush over! A roll of marble contact paper so you can effortlessly spruce up your countertop, mirror frame, dresser — whatever! Seriously, a little DIY elbow grease and you can transform the most dull surfaces into something unique and fanciful. A gold faux leather tissue box cover, which hoity toity Squilliam Fancyson might actually faint over for how well it complements the rest of the interior. Why show off the colorful cardboard branded box on your living room table, when you could add some glamour to your seasonal allergies? A cut crystal–style cocktail shaker — your guests will be enamored watching you mix their fancy drinks in this museum-worthy shaker. Reviewers say it's beautiful, heavy, and durable. PLUS, the lid is when shaking it like you're a multi-millionaire / band director / casino owner with a gorgeous unibrow that owns the place. A dainty gold-plated station necklace, also by the TikTok-viral brand Pavoi, which offers luxury looks that fit your budget without seeming too gauche or overstated. With this as your new everyday accessory, everyone else will be as painfully jealous as Squidward when they see how effortlessly this piece elevates your style! And finally, a blinged-out toilet paper holder — it's not nearly as jewel-encrusted as Squilliam Fancyson's, but it will add "such class" to your throne room with its diamond-shaped accents and lustrous color. For reference, this is the TP holder in Squilliam's tower: Reviews here have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Hold It (Freestyle)
There are spoilers ahead. You might want to solve today's puzzle before reading further! Hold It (Freestyle) Constructor: Zachary Edward-Brown Editor: Anna Gundlach Zachary: I'd like to thank Amanda and the USA Today team for helping me make this puzzle as good as possible. For any future collaborations, email me at zacharyedwardbrown@ I'd love to do more collaboration work. MONROE (8D: "Longlegs" star Maika) Longlegs is a 2024 horror movie (set in the 1990s) about an FBI agent tracking down a serial killer. Each case involves a father killing his family and himself, and the killer leaves behind a letter signed by "Longlegs." Maika MONROE stars as an FBI agent assigned to the case. ALL (5A: The "A" in GOAT) GOAT stands for "greatest of ALL time." MOONS (8A: Saturn has over 140 of them) This is a timely clue, because just this month, astronomers confirmed the presence of 128 additional MOONS orbiting Saturn. This brings the number of confirmed MOONS for Saturn to 274. Hooray for science in the crossword! SPONGEBOB (16A: Fry cook at the Krusty Krab) This is a reference to the animated TV series SPONGEBOB Square Pants. On the show, which is in its 15th season, SPONGEBOB works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab, a fast food restaurant owned by Mr. Krabs. NAME DROP (20A: Casually mention having lunch with Taylor Swift, say) Ha! This clue definitely made me laugh. ONEIDA (22A: Nation in the Haudenosaunee Confederacy) The Haudenosaunee are an indigenous confederacy comprised of Six Nations: the Mohawk, Onondaga, ONEIDA, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora peoples. The ONEIDA people refer to themselves as Onyota'a:ka, which means "People of the Standing Stone." EMU (31A: Bird in Australian Aboriginal rock art) Aboriginal people (Indigenous peoples of the Australian mainland) used rock surfaces as a canvas. Rock art has been discovered in rock shelters and in caves. The artwork often depicts stick figures. Some pictures contain representations of EMUs, including EMU tracks and eggs. ACME (34A: Company that supplies Wile E. Coyote with invisible paint) The ACME Corporation is a fictional business featured in the Road Runner and Wile E. Coyote cartoons. The company is the source of many devices used by Wile E. Coyote in his attempt to outwit the Road Runner, such as invisible paint, anvils, exploding tennis balls, dehydrated boulders, rocket-powered roller skates, and, well, you get the idea. IKEA (40A: Furniture chain that sells lingonberry jam) This clue made me smile. I don't go to IKEA often, but when I do, it's fun to browse their section of Swedish food products. Lingonberries, which are native to boreal forest and the Arctic tundra, grow wild in the Nordic countries, including Sweden. Lingonberry jam is traditionally served alongside Swedish meatballs (you can also buy those at IKEA). MILK MOUSTACHE (52A: "Facial hair" that results from a certain drink) The iconic ads of celebrities sporting MILK MOUSTACHEs grew out of a 1990s ad campaign for the California Milk Processor Board. The first MILK MOUSTACHE ad, accompanied by the iconic "got MILK?" slogan ran in 1995. It featured model Naomi Campbell. ABBA (58A: "Dancing Queen" group) Every single time "Dancing Queen" is referenced in a clue for ABBA, I get this song stuck in my head. There are, admittedly, much worse fates. Good thing I'm a fan of this song, originally released by ABBA in 1976. "You're in the mood for a dance / And when you get the chance / You are the dancing queen..." HANOI (3D: Capital of Vietnam) Time to review some geography. Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia. Its neighbors are China, Laos, and Cambodia, and it has coastline along the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea. HANOI is the capital of Vietnam, and the country's largest city is Ho Chi Minh City. EGG (4D: Easter ___ (video game secret)) This is a fun clueing angle for EGG. The term "Easter EGG," referring to some secret message or content, is used not only in the world of video games, but also in movies, music videos, social media posts, computer software, etc. Programmers have been creating hidden surprises in video games since at least 1973, but the term "Easter EGG" didn't come into use to refer to these secrets until programmer Warren Robinett hid his name in the 1980 Atari game Adventure in response to Atari not including programmers' names in the credits. When his name was eventually discovered, Atari realized it was going to be too expensive to remove it. Instead, they kept it, referred to it as an Easter EGG, and encouraged the inclusion of Easter EGGs in future games. ALBA (5D: "Fantastic Four" actress Jessica) Jessica ALBA plays the role of Susan Storm/ Invisible Woman in the movies Fantastic Four (2005) and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007). OREOS (9D: Cookies filled with "Stuf") The other day I was at a gathering where cookies were being served, and some of those cookies were OREOS. I took one to my husband and said, "Have a crossword's-favorite-cookie." DRY (21D: Like some deserts and some humor) I was extra careful to avoid a typo here. Deserts are DRY, but desserts should generally not be. EMMA (25D: "Superbad" actress Stone) Superbad is a 2007 coming-of-age movie. Jonah Hill and Michael Cera star as teenagers Seth and Evan who want to party and lose their virginity prior to graduating from high school. EMMA Stone plays a supporting role as Jules, a friend of Seth's. Superbad was EMMA Stone's movie debut. DENIM (30D: Jorts material) Jorts are DENIM shorts. The term "jorts" is a portmanteau of "jeans" and "shorts." TIBET (49D: Nepal's neighbor) A little more geography review today. TIBET is an autonomous region located in the southwestern part of China. The capital of TIBET is Lhasa. Mount Everest is located on the TIBET-Nepal border. ROE (57D: ___ v. Wade) ROE v. Wade was the landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision that protected the right to have an abortion. In 2022, ROE v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. The last time I wrote about ROE v. Wade, I learned that the ROE v. Wade hearing included what is widely considered to be one of the "worst jokes in legal history." HOLD IT (Freestyle): There's no theme today, as this is a freestyle, or themeless, puzzle. The title is a nod to DON'T GET ANY IDEAS (35A: "No funny business"). There are a lot of fun entries in this themeless puzzle. I'm also enjoying the "boots" (the black squares at the bottom of the grid) and antennae (the black squares at the top of the grid) that are making me think of ALIENS (41A: "Little green men"). Congratulations to Zachary Edward-Brown making a USA TODAY crossword debut! Thank you, Zachary, for this excellent puzzle. USA TODAY's Daily Crossword Puzzles Sudoku & Crossword Puzzle Answers This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Crossword Blog & Answers for March 23, 2025 by Sally Hoelscher
