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The Immersive World of Warframe: What does the Future hold for it?

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6 years ago

May 2, 2019

Calin

The concept of space ninjas fighting aliens and robots does have a nice ring to it. It’s been almost six years since Warframe introduced us to this fascinating world and we, as gamers, still can’t get enough of it. The game, in essence, is a third person loot shooter where you can either play individually or as a team-up with friends and comrades. Your resources are integral in order to progress further into the game and they also present the greatest charm as every in-game task offers bounties while adding to your overall progress. When we look for suggestions to play online games, Warframe is undoubtedly amongst the first names to be recommended, which gives us a good idea regarding its popularity among the gaming community.

The game recently celebrated its 6^th anniversary, and this birthday, like the ones before, came with a lot of surprises and blessings for its player base. As per recent stats, Warframe ranks among the top 20 most watched games on Twitch, which is quite a considerable achievement. The overall player base for the game is rapidly approaching the 50 million mark. What’s the reason behind this consistent success and what can we expect from Warframe this year? Let us dwell into the detail of the matter!

A happy community

The primary attraction with Warframe undoubtedly is the super active community. The developers interact with the players and continuously roll out interesting updates to keep them entertained. We witnessed the introduction of the Plains of Eidolon back in 2017, which added an open world element to the gameplay where you can roam around freely while pursuing quests and missions is on your own beck and call. Plains of Eidolon also introduced new game mechanics so it could be considered as something like a Warframe 2.0. Recently DE (Digital Extremes) introduced a cross-platform event under the name Nightwave, which gave the daily alert mission a revamped vibe along with presenting an interesting story, and lore, related to the indulging world of Warframe.

TennoCon bringing higher visibility

Like the years before, the company is set to host another grand TennoCon this year which will include loads of fun and bounties for the attending Tenno (an in-game term used to describe the various players). When inquired about the success of such events and updates, a DE official reported that after last year’s TennoCon, the company experienced an influx of concurrent active players for a few weeks, which amounted to more than a million gamers, simultaneously. Hosting such events is a success since players can find new ways to relate to their favourite game. What just a game was before becomes an entire community, and when like-minded individuals get together, they take the opportunity to build a bond which ultimately helps in strengthening the entire community into a single unit.

What is melee phase 3.0?

Among the various things DE is incorporating in the ever-evolving world of Warframe, the new melee phase 3.0 is among the most awaited. New game mechanics allow you to seamlessly switch between your guns and melee weapons in an instant. This gives players the ability to use multiple types of weapons in a single attack phase. The melee weapon channelling mechanics have also been changed. The channelling key now executes a heavy melee attack to knock out your opponents (effects vary between various weapons). The melee weapon combos have also been standardized to add a higher level of convenience. For instance, various heavy weapons can benefit from similar combo sets with the new update and this melee phase is only going to get better with further polishing.

The ‘New War’ is coming!

The immersive lore of Warframe is undoubtedly among its key attractive elements. Announced during the TennoCon 2018, New Year will pick up from where The Sacrifice quest left off. Giving any spoilers regarding what it offers would be a bummer but you can very well speculate what’s going to happen from the happenings of the last chapter. Lotus, the key to our Tenno operations finally revealed her identity as ‘Natah’, a sentient creature. During the epic cinematic end of The Sacrifice, we saw Lotus flying back to her origin with the objective of joining her so-called ‘Mother’. Therefore, we can expect an epic sentient battle coming our way that will test our space ninja skills to their highest limit.

Warframe as a Hobby

The market for 3^rd person loot-based shooter games is rapidly getting saturated. With the growing saturation, it becomes even more challenging to keep our offering at the top. DE insists that Warframe is more than just a game, rather it has become a hobby among players. When people switch to different games from the same genre, there is always observed a phase of transition. If they stick through that phase successfully, they will switch; but during that phase, it’s more like a testing period. Warframe has been able to evolve successfully with time which offers the player an incentive to always come back to it. The game developers have been able to create a new genre through Warframe in the category of Space Ninja. When people compare other titles with this, Warframe manages to stand out. The support staff for the company is particularly responsive and co-operative whenever players have a query. It’s at par with some of the most widely renowned customer services in the world which gives Warframe an edge over its competitors.

Welcome to Railjack

Another highly anticipated updates coming our way is operation Railjack. This would let the players enjoy a more detailed experience of what it is like to be a space ninja. DE gave us a teaser last year, which showed a team of Tenno flying a massive airship. The ship then entered the lower orbit over the Venus airspace and then engaged with enemy vessels. You and your allies will co-operate in intense space battles with having the ability to exit your ship via arch wings and engage enemies in different ways. Players will even get the ability to board enemy ships to take the battles into their territory. Hacking through corridors, opening secret doors and turning enemy ships onto themselves are a few prominent highlights, which have skyrocketed our excitement to the next level.

What are the Planes of Duviri?

This may sound like a new open world expansion like Planes of Eidolon, but honestly, we cannot say much based on the limited knowledge we have so far. Set to be released sometime during the fall, this update will introduce the players to a new enemy faction under the title of Planes of Duviri. This could either refer to where the faction originates from, or might actually be the name of the faction itself. The developers introduced audiences to a few of the concept arts of the units and they sure seem interesting.

Adaptability for new players

The developers face a lot of pressure since every new update is expected to be bigger and better than the previous one. A major issue new player’s face is when they get to follow a very short tutorial after which they are dropped into a massively complex game. This makes the start quite complex, to say the least. The community has highlighted this issued several times and finally, to our relief, DE has decided to work on it. The new-player experience would be enhanced complimented by a higher degree of detailing. So to all the Tenno recruits out there, help is coming your way!

Fortuna update

The Buried Debts event is currently underway which allows players to unlock a new part of Fortuna, which adds quite a number of cool features. Players can now access a wider map, new enemies (including a boss) and a much-needed dose of Warframe lore progression. Players recently reported a bug where they could enjoy the game individually but not with their select comrades since there was a mug in the matchmaking. DE recently fixed the bug and has extended the event to compensate for the inconvenience, so you can log in to your Warframe account and enjoy the event right now.

New Warframes and remastering content

The Plains of Eidolon can definitely be a breath of fresh air for players especially since the company recently gave them a revamped look. The new Plains offer a wider map, improved graphics and manoeuvrability, and a funny-looking yet challenging boss called the ‘Thumper’. The Gas City tileset, a part of Jupiter region, is also getting a revamped look which will add to the aesthetics. The team has also confirmed a number of new enemies and rewards coming our way.

Hildryn is the first frame that was introduced this year. Wielding heavy weapons as combat tools, she uses her shields to cast abilities including attracting team buffs and damaging nukes. Art Director Geoff Crookes during Devstream 115 hinted towards a new frame called ‘Wisp’. It will have an amazing aesthetic appeal but is the maximum we know regarding the frame so far. So this makes a total of two Warframes with one already introduced. We can expect two more frames to be introduced by the end of this year since the company wants to keep the audiences engaged by continuously delivering quality content.

Welcoming Nintendo Switch

DE understands well that in order to grow, they need to diversify across various platforms. Keeping that in mind, the company introduced Warframe for Nintendo Switch, back in December 2018. As popularity rises for Switch, it will give the game even more visibility.

Final Word

Too much to take in? All this clearly shows how active Digital Extremes is in making Warframe an unparalleled experience for its players. All these features (ones that have already been introduced and the ones that are soon to be implemented) definitely establish 2019 as a very happening year for Warframe. The future looks very bright indeed for the game and we anxiously await to see the glory the game achieves in the coming years.

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Horse Racing Games For iOS

Published

1 month ago

March 21, 2025

Olivia

Horse racing is a globally spread sport with billions of fans worldwide. The thrills of the races and the excitement of the betting make horse racing quite popular among adrenaline rush seekers.

However, unlike other sports like football or basketball that you can actually try in your backyard, becoming a racehorse rider is out of reach for most people. But all hope for our fellow race lovers is not lost and the gaming world comes to the rescue.

We are talking about horse racing simulation games where you can pick or breed your own horse, participate in online racing tournaments, earn prestige, take care of your horse, and much more.

Horse racing video games are perfect when it comes to getting the bigger picture of the sport and familiarizing yourself with other aspects apart from racing, like stable management, breeding, and finance management.

On top of that, horse racing video games can help you understand how the sport works, which may help you with the next bet you make on TwinSpires.

Fortunately, there are plenty of horse racing games for iOS, and in today’s article, we will highlight some of the best that you should try.

Rival Stars Horse Racing

This is a game made by a legendary horse race video game developer called PikPok and it is without a doubt one of the best horse racing games available for iOS right now.

The graphics look incredible for a mobile game. They are quite realistic, and the horse movement and the design of the tracks also give you the feel that you are participating in a real-world race.

Rival Stars Horse Racing has quite a fast pace, where you can complete some quests and upgrade your stable, but the focus is on the races, as it should be.

When we talk about the racing part of the game, every racetrack that you unlock offers something new. You get to race at different lengths and surfaces. But let’s focus on the important part, race mechanics.

You can steer the horse, brake, and activate their sprint ability. The horse’s performance is based on multiple factors such as ground consistency, position, race length, previous races, and much more.

Rival Stars Horse Racing also has a quite good breeding, training, and managing system. On top of that, there are many different horse coat colors and breeds. Unlike other games like Zelda where you can get a gold horse, Rival Stars Horse Racing focuses on realism. All of the horses have natural coat colors and traits.

You get to collect or breed horses, transform foals to feed, and upgrade facilities to unlock more options to progress.

The only thing that is missing from the game is the audience on the races since the race courses feel a bit empty with nobody around.

Horse Racing Manager 2024

This is a game that has a rather different approach than Rival Stars Horse Racing. It is focused more on the managing part of horse racing rather than on the actual gameplay and racing. You are in control of your business operation and your goal is to succeed in the world of horse racing and earn money.

You don’t have an impact on the races, and you cannot control your horse. The races are simulated, and the outcome depends on your horse’s stats and abilities.

That’s why horse training, and breeding a champion horse play a really important role in the game.

The best thing about Horse Racing Manager 2024 is the ability to race online. There are live PVP races that occur every 5 minutes and everyone can participate in them.

This is the perfect game if you want to learn what’s happening behind the curtains of horse racing as a sport. You are in control of your breeding rights that you can sell, as well as the age and career path of your horse.

It is an interesting game, especially for those who are not afraid of data and analysis.

iHorse Racing

This is a similar game to Rival Stars Horse Racing but with worse graphics, and fewer options. This game has multiple features like horse training, stable management, horse auction, race entries, CLU-jockey hiring system, and world jockey ranking, and you can connect your Facebook profile to invite friends.

To be honest, the graphics and gameplay of the game are fun and engaging, but I’d still go for Rival Stars Horse Racing, especially if you like a more realistic horse racing game.

Pocket Stables

Let’s drop down all the realism and focus on some retro 2D gameplay. For all retro game lovers who have a passion for horse racing, Pocket Stables is just the perfect game. At first glance, this game might look simple, but it actually has many features that make it even more fun.

For starters, you can build training facilities where you can increase your horse’s stats. Additionally, not all horses are the same and your goal should be to find a horse with the right balance of speed, stamina, and intensity.

As you win races, you’ll receive prizes, that can be used to upgrade your stable and give you better ways to breed a faster horse.

It’s fun, casual, and quite cute. Plus, you get to build your horse racing community and hire people that will take care of your stable.

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Creative Ideas for Best Technology Instagram Post 2024

Published

9 months ago

August 8, 2024

Olivia

Creative Ideas for Best Technology Instagram Post 2024

Are you facing difficulty in engaging your audience with tech posts on Instagram? As social media platforms have transformed into virtual marketplaces, brands recognize the need to showcase expertise through engaging content.

Platforms like Instagram empower connecting with worldwide audiences through captivating visual stories. But, it is quite a daunting task to work and many move ahead to buy Instagram followers as well.

Contemporary consumers scarcely have time for promotion lacking substance. Hence, creatives demand integrating education with entertainment for intrinsically motivating connections. This is why in this post, we discuss top ideas for your tech-posts on Instagram. Read on.

Unique Ways To Boost Engagement

With competition so fierce, it becomes difficult to keep your audience engaged with your post. Below we discuss some essential tips that can make things easy for you. Take a look:

● Researching Optimized Hashtags

Analyzing hashtag clusters witnessing frequent usages around niche conversations aids discovering appropriate tags aligning with targeted audiences. Careful hashtagging aids discoverability and spreads messages to receptive crowds naturally.

● Optimizing Images For Social Formats

Adjusting photos to square dimensions suitable for Instagram feeds and story formats preserves visual quality and context. Proper sizing and cropping focuses viewer attention on essential elements.

● Scheduling Around Peak Engagement Timings

Identifying timing patterns of highest follower activities through analytics aids posting when most eyeballs will likely notice new updates. Repurposing top performing content as story highlights retains visibility.

● Reviewing Engagement And Follower Insights

Regularly evaluating metrics like likes, comments, saves and follower growth rates aids comprehending reception and refining strategies. Tracking identified hashtag or location based communities’ interests guides customized content.

● Partnering With Key Influencers

Reaching wider audiences through cross-promotional shoutouts with popular domain figures expands networks. Collaborations establishing brand authority through third party endorsements bolster credibility.

Final Thoughts

In summary, effectively leveraging visual creativity fueled by data-driven decisions establishes technology companies, alongside support from a dedicated social media growth agency like Thunderclap.it, as thought leaders amid competition on platforms like Instagram.

Consistency, authenticity, and nurturing communities through meaningful interactions are crucial for driving organic visibility and achieving superior returns on social media. While maintaining technical excellence is essential, emotionally connecting with audiences through social missions and humor helps build a loyal following and fosters trust in this experience-driven world.

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Exploring the Steps in the Proposal Automation Process

Published

10 months ago

July 3, 2024

Olivia

Exploring the Steps in the Proposal Automation Process

In a fast-paced business environment, efficiency is key to staying ahead of the competition. Proposal automation offers a strategic advantage by streamlining the creation of documents that are vital to winning new business. By automating routine tasks, companies can focus more on the substance and strategy of their proposals. Understanding how it works and the significant improvements it can bring to your business operations is essential. Below, we delve into this process and discuss everything you need to know about optimizing your proposal automation process.

Understanding the Foundation of Proposal Automation

At its core, proposal automation is about enhancing productivity and consistency within the process of creating proposals. By leveraging technology, it replaces the traditional, manual method of drafting documents with a more streamlined, error-proof approach. This transition includes the use of templates, content libraries, and customized data inputs to ensure each proposal is tailored, yet produced with greater speed and accuracy.

For newcomers, understanding the foundation is crucial before implementation. This involves grasping the basics of how automated systems manage data, apply business logic, and produce finalized documents. It’s essential to ensure that your team is well-versed with the system and that all relevant content is digitized and made accessible to the automation software.

Key Benefits of Implementing Proposal Automation

Proposal automation systems offer a multitude of benefits, the most prominent being the drastic reduction in time spent drafting proposals. Employees are freed from repetitive formatting tasks, allowing them to devote more time to strategic functions such as market analysis and personalized client engagement which can significantly influence the success of a proposal.

Error reduction is another major advantage of automating the proposal process. With standardized templates and centralized content management, inconsistencies are minimized, and the risk of outdated information being included is significantly reduced. This elevates the professionalism and credibility of each proposal generated.

Essential Features to Look for in Proposal Automation Tools

Choosing the right proposal automation tools is essential for achieving the desired efficiency and effectiveness. The most valuable feature to look for in such a tool is a robust content library. This allows for quick access to the most current and relevant pieces of content and data necessary for crafting a compelling proposal.

Integration capability is another crucial feature. The tool should be able to integrate seamlessly into the existing technology ecosystem of your organization, including CRM platforms, to facilitate smooth workflows and information exchange. This ensures that sales and proposal teams work with the latest client information and reduce duplication of efforts.

Step-by-Step Guide to the Proposal Automation Workflow

The journey of automating your proposal process starts with the initial setup of the proposal automation tool. This involves configuring the system with your company’s templates, content, and workflows. A key aspect here is to ensure that the templates accommodate various proposal scenarios and that the content library is organized and tagged for easy retrieval.

Next, the tool is integrated with other enterprise systems such as CRM software, ensuring that data flows continuously and accurately between platforms. This step is crucial for maintaining up-to-date content in the proposals and for personalizing them with client-specific data.

Measuring Success and ROI in Proposal Automation Initiatives

To truly understand the impact of proposal automation, it’s important to measure its success and return on investment (ROI). One of the most straightforward metrics to monitor is the reduction in the time required to generate proposals. Noticing a considerable decrease here is often the first sign that the automation is effective.

Another valuable indicator is the quality and consistency of proposals. With fewer errors and greater adherence to company branding, the professionalism conveyed in each proposal can lead to better client perceptions and a higher win rate. Monitoring feedback and win rates can give concrete evidence of the system’s effectiveness.