GPT-6 Astra Crowned Champion of Portal in Sub-$600 AI Run
OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra reportedly beat Valve’s Portal in under 24 hours for about $571, illustrating a remarkably cheap and rapid AI-powered playthrough, with a condensed run video available.
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Battlefield 6 Drops Rush, Devs Seek Best Path to Bring It Back
Battlefield 6 removed the fan-favorite Rush mode (along with several others) from official playlists after patch 1.4.1.5, triggering backlash from players. Battlefield Studios says it’s monitoring feedback and is exploring the best way to reintroduce the modes into matchmaking, but no timeline is set. The changes coincide with Season 4’s naval-themed content, including the Wake Island return and a Top Gun crossover slated for August 18.
Completed Portal Fan Remake Stalled as Valve Goes Silent
A finished fan-made remake of Portal, Alive & Kicking, which used Portal 2’s source code, remains unreleased after Valve stopped responding to licensing requests; the project had Valve’s early blessing but cannot launch on Steam without official authorization.
Dbrand’s Portal-inspired Companion Cube canceled and doomed to destruction
Valve intervened legally, leading Dbrand to cancel its Portal-themed Companion Cube external shell for the Steam Machine and destroy all produced units; Sean Hollister photographed the device up close before cancellation, and CEO Adam Ijaz said there was no plan B.
Dbrand's Portal-inspired Steam Machine wrap pulled after Valve IP dispute
Dbrand unveiled a Companion Cube/Portal-inspired Steam Machine wrap without obtaining a Valve license. Valve demanded an immediate takedown, pre-orders were refunded, and the project will not ship. Valve also offered design docs for the Steam Machine’s magnetically attached front plate for DIY recreations.
Dbrand Axes Unlicensed Companion Cube Steam Case After Valve Pushback
Dbrand released a Companion Cube–themed Steam Machine case without Valve's permission, shipped samples for press, and after Valve demanded takedown and proper licensing the product and its launch film were pulled and refunds issued; the episode recalls the company's history of hardware controversies.
dbrand's Portal Steam Machine case pulled after licensing denial
dbrand removed its Portal-themed Steam Machine enclosure after Valve stated they did not have a license to use Portal IP. Refunds are being issued to customers, and Valve declined to license the project, underscoring the importance of IP clearance before bringing licensed hardware to market.
Valve's Portal Joke Becomes a Surprisingly Premium Steam Machine Accessory
Rock Paper Shotgun reviews Dbrand's Companion Cube case for Valve's Steam Machine, noting it’s oversized and pricey yet impressively well-made, with clever materials and fit. The base case is $100 (ships in October) and a $130 deluxe option adds Aperture packaging and extra swag, offering solid airflow and build quality despite being an in-joke for Portal fans.
Portal-inspired Steam Machine enclosure goes up for pre-order with controller skin
dbrand has opened pre-orders for the Portal-themed Steam Machine Companion Cube, a full enclosure (not the machine itself) priced at $129.95, with a cheaper $99.95 “Poverty Cube” shipping in October. The set includes a Steam Controller skin and themed packaging, and is designed to fit two height profiles with unobstructed airflow and a removable front panel. Valve’s Steam Machine release timing remains unconfirmed, but the accessories are expected to ship in tandem with the launch window.
dBrand Unveils Portal-Inspired Companion Cube Case for Steam Machine
dBrand has released two shell options for the Steam Machine: the premium Companion Cube ($130, ships late July) and the Poverty Cube ($100, ships in October). The shells use polycarbonate and polyurethane, include front-panel magnets for easy removal and vent access, and the Companion Cube bundles extras like a Test Chamber Diorama, Red Button stand, microfiber cloth, Collector’s Edition box, and a Portal-themed Steam Controller skin. Pre-orders are live on dBrand’s site (affiliate links). A full hands-on review will follow once the Steam Machine arrives.
Maryland Judiciary Delays Online Case Search Portal Launch
The Maryland Judiciary has postponed the launch of its new Case Search & Record Portal and has not announced a new launch date; updates are expected.
Battlefield Redsec and 6 Season 1 Introduce Free-to-Play Battle Royale with Shared Progression
EA and Battlefield Studios have launched Battlefield REDSEC, a free standalone battle royale mode for Battlefield 6, featuring 100-player matches on the large Fort Lyndon map, along with Gauntlet and Portal modes, all integrated with the main game and offering new gameplay experiences and creative tools.
Battlefield 6 Implements XP and Bot Changes Amid Progression Adjustments
DICE is not reverting the XP nerf in Battlefield 6's Portal mode, citing ongoing work on challenge balancing, which has led to a decline in PvE servers and ongoing issues with custom servers and bot backfill, impacting player experience and progression.
Battlefield 6 Nerfs XP Farming and Addresses Gameplay Issues
DICE has nerfed the XP gained from Battlefield 6's Portal servers to combat bot farms and farming servers, which has also impacted legitimate servers and player progression, echoing past issues from Battlefield 2042. The move aims to address unbalanced challenges and restore game integrity, but has sparked frustration among players who value the Portal server feature.
"2024 NCAA Spring Transfer Portal: Tracking Top Football and Basketball Players"
College football's spring transfer period has opened, offering teams a final chance to fill needs or add to their roster before the season starts. With more than 2,000 players having transferred during the December period, the rankings of best available players in the portal will be adjusted as new players enter, providing insight into what each transfer brings to their new program as players commit.