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Forbes
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Elder Scrolls Online Subclassing Looks Ridiculously Flexible And Fun
Elder Scrolls Online Subclassing Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) has always had a relatively flexible class system ever since it launched over a decade ago. For many years now you've been able to build any of the game's classes to fit into any role on a team whether it be damage-focused, tanking, or healing, with a variety of build options. But now, with the debut of the upcoming subclassing system in Update 46 (June 2 for PC/Mac and June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation,) those options are about to explode to offer a ludicrous amount of flexibility far beyond what's already in the game. Currently, when you make a character in Elder Scrolls Online, you must pick a single class and you're stuck with that class forever. If you want to try something else, you'll need to go make a fresh character and start over. That's kind of a bummer for a game that is otherwise very generous about letting you change everything from your name, looks, faction, or even race. With subclassing, you'll have more flexibility and opportunity than ever to really build your character your way by combining up to three different skill trees across all classes onto a single bar. That's 21 different skill trees of several skills each. As the featured image at the top implies, that means you could create an all-out summoner build that utilizes pets from the Necromancer, Sorcerer, and Warden skill trees all combined together. That's wild. There is one small caveat though: to unlock subclassing, you'll need to have at least one character at level 50. Once you reach that milestone, there is a short side quest to ramp you up into the system and then you've got access to the whole feature. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder 'We wanted to introduce a way to allow our players to expand their experiences and try out all the different class skill lines we have introduced since launch,' says Carrie Day, one of the Systems Designers behind the Subclassing system at ZeniMax Online Studios. 'Players who have played on multiple classes and characters will also need to think about these skill lines, and how they might be combined, totally differently than they have for the last 11 years.' Subclassing in Elder Scrolls Online With over 3,000 different combinations, I'd definitely say they've accomplished their goal with this new feature. With the Content Pass structure, Elder Scrolls Online is due to get some massive updates for the rest of this year. Subclassing and Part 1 of the Worm Cult storyline kick off in June, with another dungeon pack on the way in a few months, followed by the Writhing Wall Event which is described as a 'world changing in-game event' for all players. Then Part 2 of the Worm Cult story closes out the year, so it'll be a very busy next six months for ESO.
Android Authority
8 hours ago
- Business
- Android Authority
You can start testing Xbox's new Copilot chatbot in the mobile app right now
TL;DR Microsoft is rolling out a Copilot for Gaming beta to the Xbox app on Android and iOS. Players can ask the chatbot about the game they're playing, for help, for information about their play history, and more. The beta is currently available in English in 53 markets, including the US. It was only a matter of time, but Microsoft is now bringing Copilot to Xbox. The company is beginning to roll out a beta for Copilot for Gaming to the Xbox app on Android and iOS. If you have the beta version of the Xbox app installed on your phone, you can begin testing out this new feature starting today. Like any chatbot, Copilot for Gaming will allow you to ask various questions, providing answers, as well as links to more information if a response includes web sources. However, this chatbot is designed explicitly for answering your gaming-related queries. According to Microsoft, this early version of the AI can answer questions on the game you're playing, your Xbox activity, your account, and your play history and achievements. You'll also be able to use it to provide recommendations on what you should play next. To demonstrate what questions you could ask, Microsoft provided the following examples: If you want to ask questions about a specific game or the game you're currently playing. 'Hey Copilot, can you remind me what materials I need to craft a sword in Minecraft?' If you want game recommendations. 'I love horror movies. Any suggestions for what game I should play?' If you have a question about your play history or account. 'Hey Copilot, what's the rarest achievement you can get in Avowed?' While these will be Copilot for Gaming's initial capabilities, it will gain more functions at an unspecified later date. Microsoft says that it's working on bringing 'deeper personalization' and 'richer game assistance' like proactive coaching. If you're interested in trying out Copilot for Gaming, the early test is being rolled out in 53 markets, including the US, Japan, Canada, Australia, Argentina, and more. However, you'll need to be 18, and it's only available in English. You can download the Android version of the beta Xbox app on the Google Play Store. If you don't already have the beta version of the Xbox app on iOS, Microsoft says you'll still be able to get in on early testing when Copilot for Gaming comes to Game Bar on Windows PC. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Microsoft starts testing Copilot for Gaming in Xbox app for iOS and Android
Microsoft announced on Wednesday that it has started rolling out the beta version of its Copilot for Gaming experience. Beta testers can access the experience in the Xbox app on iOS and Android. The early version of the experience allows the assistant to answer questions about the games you're interested in, give you links to more information, and answer questions based on your account, play history, achievements, and more. For example, you could ask something like: "What's my gamerscore and can you give me some tips to raise it?" or 'I love horror movies. Any suggestions for what game I should play?' As for questions about your play history or account, you could ask something like: "What was the last achievement I got in Starfield?" or "When does my Game Pass subscription renew?' "In this early version of the feature for mobile, you'll be able to access Copilot for Gaming on a second screen, without distracting you from your core gameplay experience," Taylor O'Malley, principal program manager at Xbox, explained in a blog post. Once you ask Copilot a question, it looks at your player activity on Xbox, alongside public information from Bing, to formulate a response. Microsoft says it's working to add more personalization and richer game assistance, such as proactive coaching, to Copilot for Gaming in the future. The beta version of Copilot for Gaming is available in English for players aged 18 and older in the following countries: Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Georgia, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kuwait, Libya, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkiye, UAE, Ukraine, Uruguay, USA and Vietnam. Microsoft plans to release the experience in additional regions at a later date. This article originally appeared on TechCrunch at
Engadget
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Microsoft launches Copilot for Gaming in mobile beta
Microsoft will begin testing its Copilot for Gaming app in a beta version that launches on mobile devices today. The intelligent gaming assistant was announced earlier this year and promised to help make players faster and sharpen their skills. The app that was launched today allows players to ask the gaming assistant questions about in-game strategy and controls using voice or text. Users can also ask for game recommendations and specific questions about their Xbox accounts and subscriptions. AI-assisted gaming has been a hot topic as companies like Microsoft and Razer have entered the space. These tools could replace strategy guides as they help walk you through a particularly tough spot in a campaign or advise you on tactics during a raid in an MMORPG. The app's launch on mobile is designed to serve as a second screen while playing your game on Xbox. Taylor O'Malley, principal program manager at Xbox, said , 'The companion knows what game you're playing and understands your Xbox activity, so it can answer any questions about the games you're interested in, provide links to more information when its response includes web sources or answer questions based on your account, play history and achievements.' To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. The early preview version of Copilot for Gaming will be initially available through the beta version of the Xbox app in over 50 regions . Android and iOS users who already have Xbox beta downloaded will be able to give feedback on Copilot for Gaming by grading responses and marking incorrect ones. Android users who don't already have the Xbox beta app downloaded can do so through the Google Play Store . iOS users can no longer download the Xbox beta app if they don't already have it. Microsoft says that the Copilot for Gaming beta will also be coming soon to Game Bar on Windows PCs, with wider availability planned for the full Xbox app in the future. If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission.
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Luke Littler breaks silence on retirement talk as world champion reveals only thing that could make him quit darts
LUKE TO THE FUTURE Luke Littler breaks silence on retirement talk as world champion reveals only thing that could make him quit darts LUKE LITTLER has dismissed suggestions he might retire from darts by the age of 23, saying: Don't worry – I'll be around for a very long time. Yet there is one condition under which he would hang up his darts early – if he wins 16 world titles in a row to eclipse the legendary Phil Taylor. 1 Luke Littler has shut down suggestions he will retire early Credit: Shutterstock Editorial The Nuke, who turned 18 in January, will attempt to defend his Premier League crown on Thursday, aiming to earn £335,000 in total cash. On the eve of his return to the O2 Arena, stable mate and 'big brother' figure Nathan Aspinall claimed the world champ could call it quits in five years. That is once he has had enough of the gruelling travel schedule and also banked millions in prize money. The Asp, 33, said: 'Even now, Luke could retire and not worry about money in his life. Simple as that. He'll always have exhibition work. READ MORE IN DARTS DARTING OFF Luke Littler tipped to walk away from darts within five years for new career 'I hope he stays for as long as he can. 'If he is fed up of the travel now – and he has a girlfriend, and maybe one day he'll have a child – with £30million sat in his bank, does he really want to travel to Wigan on a cold Tuesday morning? Probably not. 'He's coming out of his shell a bit at the moment. I'm really close to Luke. During this Premier League campaign he's become a man now. 'I can hold a conversation with him – it's not all about Xbox.' CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS When it was put to the tungsten teenager that he may decide to toss aside the arrows – and he has already skipped plenty of European Tour events this year – it was laughed off. Littler, the world No2, said: 'I've heard that. I'll be here in 10 years. 'Shambles' - Luke Littler savages Man Utd in one word over Bruno Fernandes transfer links and gives Amorim verdict 'Obviously, it's crazy to even think about retiring at the minute. 'I think what they're saying is that if we win 16 titles in the next 16 World Championships, then obviously I will retire. 'I don't think of any retirement at the minute. The money, it's there to be won, especially the World Championships now. 'But not only that, everything has gone up. It's all about what you're feeling and I'm sure I'll be here for a long time.' In semi-final one, Littler takes on bogeyman Gerwyn Price – he has lost six of his past eight matches to the Welshman – over the best of 19 legs and then Aspinall is up against Luke Humphries in front of 14,000 fans. Littler won £60,000 for six nightly league wins over four months and he will try to emulate Phil Taylor and Michael van Gerwen who defended the Prem trophy, which carries a cheque of £275,000. He said: 'There has been a target on my back for the past 18 months, since I first came on Tour. Everyone wants to beat me. 'I know that if I am not on my A game, then they're going to catch me up. 'The stats are there. I've dominated in many ways, averages, 180s, ton-plus checkouts but it's down to one night. 'It would mean everything to win again. It's obviously my first big TV title defence but for myself I just have to look forward to the first semi-final with Gerwyn and go from there.'
