Friday, May 16, 2025

DOOM: The Dark Ages

The creators of the Doom games envision what Doom would be like if it were set in medieval times. This is their answer.

DOOM: The Dark Ages (Xbox)


DOOM: The Dark Ages serves as a prequel to the DOOM remake saga that began with DOOM (2016) and continued with DOOM Eternal. This game delves into the secret origin of the Doom Slayer's rage as players combat countless hordes of demons during medieval times.

Featuring id's largest and most expansive levels to date, The Dark Ages allows players to explore through castles, forests, dungeons, and even spaceships as they vanquish against the legions of Hell by all means necessary. There could be hidden areas to find out for yourself, so be ready with everything you've got. The riskier it gets, the more rewarding the game's going to be.

As a DOOM for all slayers, The Dark Ages features a customizable difficulty setting, allowing seasoned veterans and newcomers to personalize their gameplay by just how difficult the enemy AI will going to be and others.

In addition to the iconic DOOM weapons, including the Super Shotgun, DOOM: The Dark Ages introduces a brutal new arsenal, featuring weapons like the Shield Saw. This weapon not only provides defense against enemy attacks, but it can also deliver deadly physical strikes. Mastering the Shield Saw is essential for effectively overcoming the relentless demon hordes.

Even in medieval times, it’s the DOOM fans who have been enjoying the series since the 2016 reboot and DOOM Eternal. This installment will overshadow Darksiders and Elden Ring in no time. For those seeking one of the deadliest games of 2025, look no further than this one.

Let's Do The News! (May 16, 2025)

             

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Fishes caught in the West Philippine Sea will be sold at low prices under the Kadiwa program. According to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, the MV Mamamalakaya of the Philippine Coast Guard and a ship of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources arrived to directly purchase fish from fishermen in Bajo de Masinloc.

- Senator JV Ejercito assured public security with the amendment of the "Doble Plaka Law" or the Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act. Under the amended law signed by President Bongbong Marcos, the controversial metal plate requirement is being removed, and the imposition of more reasonable fines is being promoted, which aims to address discriminatory provisions against the riding community.

- The PH Department of Justice has appealed to the Netherlands to send Atty. Harry Roque back home. Roque, along with 49 others, were issued a warrant of arrest by the Angeles, Pampanga RTC Branch 118 for a qualified human trafficking case related to the operation of the Lucky South 99 scam hub in Porac, Pampanga.

- House Assistant Majority Leader and Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong is confident that the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte will be strengthened. Adiong said this in the face of the imminent addition of former Sen. Leila de Lima and human rights lawyer Atty. Chel Diokno to the House Prosecution team.

- 14 volcanic earthquakes and one volcanic tremor at Bulusan Volcano, recorded by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) in the past 24 hours, according to PHIVOLCS.

- US President Donald Trump touts "freedom zone" plan for Gaza as scores killed in Israel.

- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Russia for not taking peace talks seriously, stating that the delegation sent by Russia lacked key decision-makers. The talks, originally scheduled for Thursday, have reportedly been postponed until Friday, without a meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia.

- The UK and Germany are jointly developing a long-range precision strike weapon.

- DP's Lee Jae-mying continues to solidify the party's traditionally firm grip in the Jeolla-do provinces, while PPP's Kim Moon-soo kicked off his campaign by reaching out to commuters again, and Reform Party's Lee Jun-seok took the time to sit down with students making Teacher's Day yesterday.

- The Toyota bZ4X minor change was unveiled alongside the longer Touring variant. the new bZ4X will arrive late this year while the bZ4X Touring comes this early 2026.

2026 Toyota bZ4X
2026 Toyota bZ4X

- Apple unveiled its CarPlay Ultra, and Aston Martin is the first carmaker to apply this new tech.

- The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards will happen this June 21, 2025.

TTFN.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

My FM Log: Spirit of Forza Motorsport - Nissan Fairlady Z

2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the Forza Motorsport series. To commemorate this milestone, let’s take a look back at the cover cars from the Forza Motorsport franchise, starting with the very first game released in 2005 and continuing through to the final installment launched in 2023.

My FM Log: Spirit of Forza Motorsport - Nissan Fairlady Z

Let's continue with the Nissan Fairlady Z Z33, the car that graced the cover of Forza Motorsport 2, which was launched for the Xbox 360 console in 2007.

My FM Log: Spirit of Forza Motorsport - Nissan Fairlady Z

Two years after the production of the Z32 model ended, the Fairlady Z made a comeback in the summer of 2002 as part of the Nissan Revival Plan, led by then-CEO Carlos Ghosn. The Z33 Fairlady Z was sold in the world market as the 350Z.

With styling inspired by a concept car from the 2001 Tokyo Motor Show, the Z33 Fairlady Z is available in both a hardtop coupe and an open-top roadster variant. It was the first Fairlady Z model to feature the Nissan logo on the front, replacing the Z emblem that previous models displayed; the Z emblem is now located on the side view of the car.

The Z33 Fairlady Z is powered by the same VQ35DE 3.5L V6 engine found in the Nissan Skyline V35, producing 280 PS of power and offering a choice between a 5-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission. Following the lifting of Japan's 280 PS power limit in the mid-2000s, the engine officially produces 294 PS of power.

The Z33 Fairlady Z became the first Z car to compete in Japan's Super GT series, participating from 2004 to 2007. It also took part in the Super Taikyu Series, where it won the ST3 Class championship in 2004, 2005, and 2007. Additionally, it competed in the Japan Rally from 2003 to 2005, the 2003 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and the 2004 D1 Grand Prix (D1GP).

My FM Log: Spirit of Forza Motorsport - Nissan Fairlady Z

Let's have a commemorative drive around Road Atlanta, see if the Z33 Fairlady Z lives up to the reputation as the cover car of FM2 and the ideal poster car from the golden age of racing games.


The Z33 Fairlady Z is the ultimate poster car from the golden age of racing games. Its appearance on the cover of Forza Motorsport 2 highlights its significance.


FUEL YOUR FANTASY

Next time, let's explore the Audi R8 V10, the cover car of Forza Motorsport 3.

Let's Do The News! (May 15, 2025)

            

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- More than 5,000 individuals are still staying in evacuation centers in several towns in Negros Occidental after the eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Tuesday.

- The Malacañang denied reports that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte following the midterm election results.

- The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has issued show cause orders to nearly 40 generation firms to explain their failure to comply with the commission's directive to submit complete documents on oil purchases. The power industry regulator has ordered the generation companies to submit the required documents and a verified explanation within 15 days from the receipt of the show-cause orders.

- China is spotted building a new structure in the East China Sea.

- The sentences of brothers Erik and Lyle Menendez were reduced to fifty years in prison. The new verdict for Erik and Lyle will be the basis for granting them parole, but the process could be lengthy and take many years. The brothers have been in prison for thirty-five (35) years for the murder of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, on August 20, 1989.

- Tesla is resuming shipping Chinese parts for the Cybercab and Semi truck.

- The DS N°4 was unveiled. It is the replacement for the DS4 hatchback.

2026 DS N°4
2026 DS N°4

- The production-spec DeTomaso P72 was unveiled.

DeTomaso P72

- Opel/Vauxhall confirms that future GSe models will be electric-only.

- The FIA has renewed its driver swearing penalties.

- The NFL unveiled its 2025 season schedule.

- GMA's BBLGANG is now looking for new members.

TTFN.

Eternalize Love!!

Are you enjoying the Nijigasaki visual novel lately? Have you managed to complete all 12 endings in the game? If so, you're in luck! The full version of the game's theme song, titled "Eternalize Love!!," has arrived, and you can listen to it all day.

Eternalize Love!!
Eternalize Love!!

The full version of the theme song from the "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club: Tokimeki no Mirai Chizu" visual novel game, titled "Eternalize Love!!", has finally arrive,d and you can listen not just to the one performed by the entire group but also solo versions performed by each member from Ayumu Uehara to Zhong Lanzhu.

It's a treat for those who have fully completed the entire Nijigasaki visual novel game, and they've earned it. Thank you for playing.

TRACK LISTINGS:

01 Eternalize Love!!

02 Eternalize Love!! (上原歩夢 Solo Ver.)

03 Eternalize Love!! (中須かすみ Solo Ver.)

04 Eternalize Love!! (桜坂しずく Solo Ver.)

05 Eternalize Love!! (朝香果林 Solo Ver.)

06 Eternalize Love!! (宮下 愛 Solo Ver.)

07 Eternalize Love!! (近江彼方 Solo Ver.)

08 Eternalize Love!! (優木せつ菜 Solo Ver.)

09 Eternalize Love!! (エマ・ヴェルデ Solo Ver.)

10 Eternalize Love!! (天王寺璃奈 Solo Ver.)

11 Eternalize Love!! (三船栞子 Solo Ver.)

12 Eternalize Love!! (ミア・テイラー Solo Ver.)

13 Eternalize Love!! (鐘 嵐珠 Solo Ver.)

14 Eternalize Love!! (Off Vocal)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Let's Do The News! (May 14, 2025)

           

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa believes that the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte had an impact on his vote increase in the recently concluded 2025 midterm elections. In the latest senatorial count, dela Rosa remains in third place.

- The impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte is not being discussed in Malacañang.

- Canvassing for senatorial elections may end tomorrow, says COMELEC Chairman George Garcia.

- Former President Rodrigo Duterte can still be proclaimed as the new mayor of Davao City despite being detained at the ICC, according to the COMELEC.

- The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) have begun removing campaign posters today. According to the MMDA, they have begun removing campaign posters from the Regalado Bridge along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City.

- US President Donald Trump lifts sanctions on Syria while warning Iran on nukes.

- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a US Special Envoy are en route to Turkiye for talks.

- Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate representing DP, is campaigning in the southeast part of South Korea, focusing on national unity and balanced regional growth. Meanwhile, PPP's Kim Moon-soo is courting the party's loyal base in the aftermath of Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment and the recent presidential nomination turmoil.

- The first Formula 1 race, the 1950 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, was digitally restored with colorized footage.

- Nissan confirms next-generation Skyline luxury car.

- The Kimetsu no Yaiba staff warned moviegoers ahead of the upcoming Infinity Castle Part 1 movie that "filming a movie inside a theater is a crime under the Law for Prevention of Unauthorized Recording of Films."

- Sakamoto Days TV anime's second half airs this July 14th on TV Tokyo.

- The Connecticut Sun team is exploring new investment and a possible sale.

TTFN.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Let's Do The News! (May 13, 2025)

          

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The COMELEC explained the decrease in the vote count of the candidates this morning in their press conference.

- Former PH Vice President Leni Robredo won the mayorship in Naga City, Camarines Sur.

- Senator Christopher "Bong" Go assured that he will continue to work and provide services to his fellow countrymen while in the Senate. The reaction came after Go led the senatorial candidates in the recently concluded 2025 midterm elections. 

- Senator Joel Villanueva has requested the placement of more precincts for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) during elections. According to Villanueva, that is what he noticed yesterday during the voting while in line, where only one priority polling place was reserved for compatriots belonging to the vulnerable sector.

- Former Manila Mayor Isko Moreno encouraged his opponents in the elections to greet each other. During his visit to the Manila City Board of Canvassers, Moreno said that the elections are over and that they should greet each other.

- Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan admitted that he couldn't believe it when initial reports emerged that he was in the 'Magic 12' based on partial and unofficial results of the Senate elections—he even thought it was 'fake news'. Meanwhile, Pangilinan expressed gratitude to his family, including his wife Sharon Cuneta, their children, and siblings.

- Vilma Santos-Recto is leading the polls for governor of Batangas. Dodo Mandanas, also leading as the vice governor of the province.

- A gigafactory in Sunderland, UK was given a 1 billion pound boost, supporting 1,000 jobs and building batteries for 100k EVs a year.

- A new Toyota model will be unveiled this May 21st.

- Lee Do Hyun was discharged from the military.

- Actress Kim Go Eun will reprise the role of Yumi in the upcoming third season of Yumi's Cells.

- NCAA president Charlie Baker said he's open to US President Donald Trump's commission on collegiate athletics.

TTFN.