(Ep. 56) - Tech Turkeys, Gaming Gripes, and AI Red Flags
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As Thanksgiving rolls in, Plugged Episode 56 kicks off with a heartfelt "What We're Thankful For" segment—because even in the chaos of tech and gaming, there’s some good to be found!Then we dive into the week’s hot topics: Gamers are fuming over Windows 11’s latest update, which is breaking games like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Star Wars Outlaws. Is Microsoft’s latest OS shaping up to be more curse than blessing?Next, Elon Musk is in the spotlight again, announcing that xAI is starting its own gaming studio to “make games great again.” Could Musk be the savior gaming desperately needs, or is this just another ambitious promise?We also discuss Unreal Engine 5.5’s jaw-dropping new features, including advanced lighting and dynamic skies that could revolutionize game visuals. Plus, the introduction of a VR "lollipop" that lets users taste virtual flavors—because apparently, licking your way into the metaverse is a thing now.In more sobering tech news, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns about the potential dangers of “perfect AI girlfriends and boyfriends” and their effects on young, impressionable minds. With AI increasingly integrated into daily life, could emotional dependency become a real-world issue?Join us for a jam-packed episode filled with the latest in gaming, tech, and a healthy dose of Thanksgiving reflection!MarkstromTwitch - / markstrom Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom
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