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Eminem “Fortnite” Concert Reportedly Set For Next Month, Rapper Will Also Be Getting Multiple Skins

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Eminem is one of the biggest artists in the entire world. The rap legend is also an icon in the pop world. Overall, there are those who still feel like he is the best ever. However, others have sullied on him in recent years thanks to weak output. Regardless, there is no doubt that Em is someone that the fans want to hear from. For now, it doesn’t seem as though he is working on a new album. That said, you never know with the artist. He has been known to drop surprise albums in the past.

In fact, it seems like Em’s latest move is one that will actually surprise a lot of fans. If you follow the video game sphere, you know that Fortnite just brought back the OG map. For a lot of gamers, this is a very significant development. Fortnite is massive and there is a lot of nostalgia for that 2018 map. Well, the map is going to be going away on December 2nd and the game is hosting a live event to change the map over. Based on new leaks from data miners, Eminem will be the artist performing to ring in the new Chapter.

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Moreover, there are going to be a plethora of Eminem-related skins that fans can buy. These skins can be bought with V-Bucks which is the Fortnite currency that can be bought with real money. Or, it can be earned in the game while leveling up through the Battle Pass. It remains to be seen which of these skins actually make the game once the Eminem collaboration is fully confirmed. However, if you are a fan of the artist and still play the game, then this will prove to be a huge endeavor.

Let us know what you think of this collaboration, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and personalities.

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Snoop Dogg and Son Announce their own Fornite game studio to promote diverse creators

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Snoop Dogg and Son Announce their own Fornite game studio to promote diverse creators

Rapper Snoop Dogg has spent the last several decades adding almost as many successful business ventures to his portfolio as he has musical awards to his artistic accomplishments. And this week, he diversified his business portfolio even more, stepping into the world of tech with his son, Cordell Broadus, as the two announced Death Row Games, a Fortnite-based game studio designed to provide access and opportunity to diverse creators and broaden the narrative around gaming.

The game studio relies on Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 5 (UE5), a community-based platform that allows anyone from individual creators to professional gaming studios to create content using open-source code. (Epic Games takes a 5% royalty fee from most developers who sell their content via the platform.) The versatile code allows creators to create games that are usually functional on most consoles including Xbox, Playstation, PC, and VR devices.

Snoop stated that he and his son have been experimenting with game publishing for the last few years, but on an amateur level. They decided to start Death Row Games as a way to make
“a home for diverse creators in the gaming ecosystem and be a part of the narrative, the storytelling of what the next game should be looking like. And I keep saying ‘show representation of the culture in these sectors,’ versus us just being the talent. We wanted to make sure that we’re part of the decision that’s being made and more importantly tell these stories from diverse creators and focus on creatives in underserved communities.”

For those that may not be aware, Snoop has been involved in the gaming industry for quite some time, participating in the esports gaming collective FaZe Clan and also had a custom skin in Call of Duty and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. In 2019, he launched his own esports tournament series, the Gangsta Gaming League and in 2021, he dropped an exclusive NFT collection titled “A Journey with the Dogg.” In 2013, the rapper also debuted the Snoopify app, which allows users to add Snoop Dogg-themed stickers and graphics to their personal photos.

Death Row Games will join Snoop’s other business ventures, which have an estimated net worth of $160 million and include Snoop Doggie Dogg’s pet product line, venture capital firm Casa Verde Capital, the Leafs by Snoop cannabis brand, Snoopadelic Films, his Indoggo gin line, and several more. Cordell, Snoop’s second-oldest son, also has experience in the game design and NFT space.

No word if Snoop will show up like Travis Scott to perform a Fortnite concert for fans yet, but Snoop did set up residency in The Sandbox gaming metaverse back in 2021, hosting a virtual performance and dropping custom NFTs for fans.

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Kid Cudi’s Thundering ‘Heaven’s Galaxy’ Arrives Via His Collaboration With ‘Star Trek’ For A New Campaign

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Kid Cudi’s entire artistic ethos is exploring the world beyond bounds. If aliens were ever to show their faces on Earth, it would be safe to assume the “Guitar In My Room” rapper would be the first human they’d want to chat with. Through his collaboration with Star Trek, Cudi can further explore his obsession with what exists beyond this world. As part of a new installment for the “Boldy Be” campaign, Cudi shared a thunderous new song, “Heaven’s Galaxy.”

Kudi teamed up with his longtime producer and friend Dot Da Genius to revisit the melodic sound he made popular. As Cudi harmonized the stanza, “Through the galaxies, don’t ask why / Take the journey, y’all, you will find / In the darkest times, look for light / See my strength, I’m strong / Ain’t no fear in me / Nevеr say I can’t survive / These worlds through space and time / I’ll see you, no goodbyes / I got hope, and we fly / The sun will always shine / Goin’ high-high-high / These worlds are yours and mine,” you can’t help but think back on his popular tracks like “Enter Galactic.”

Other parts of the partnership include the Star Trek x Kid Cudi: Mirror Mayhem world exclusively accessible in Fortnite and custom-curated merchandise. Yesterday (October 12), the virtual experience was showcased at the 2023 New York Comic Con, which will remain on display until October 15. The collection of tees, crewnecks, hoodies, button-up t-shirts, and leather varsity jackets is also on sale at the convention. But on October 16, the line will be made available online. Find more information here.

With each of Cudi’s Star Trek releases, fans’ anticipation for his forthcoming album, Insano, grows.

Listen to “Heaven’s Galaxy” above.

IShowSpeed Loses To Nick Eh 30 In “Fortnite” And Has A Mental Breakdown: Watch

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IShowSpeed is one of the biggest streamers in the world right now. However, he is one of the streamers that has some of the most controversies. Overall, he is a young man so it is a given that he will make some mistakes. Unfortunately, some of these mistakes can be harmful to his young viewers. There are a lot of impressionable kids who watch him, and some of the adults in the room are worried that he could give some of them the wrong idea. That said, he does seem to give back to his community, which is certainly very admirable.

Last night, however, Speed was back to his old ways as he took on family-friendly live streamer Nick Eh 30 in a 1v1 Fortnite match. As you can probably imagine, this did not go too well for Speed. In the video clip below, he ended up getting killed fairly easily. Speed tried to buckle down and get the kill, but Nick Eh 30 is a professional and was clearly too much for the young streamer to handle. What followed was one of Speed’s most expletive-filled rants we’ve seen thus far.

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IShowSpeed Was Not Happy

As we noted, Nick Eh 30 is a family-friendly streamer which means he never uses curse words. IShowSpeed was well-aware of this, and after processing his anger, he unleashed a full clip of swear words. Nick Eh 30 could see it coming from a mile away, and we’re sure his community was scandalized by what they were hearing. Speed dropped the N-word several times, and let off a ton of other explicit terms.

Later in his stream, Speed launched himself at this computer screen and ended up breaking his camera. Needless to say, the streamer has become a stuntman of sorts. It has been interesting to watch him on the streams, and he is clearly leaning into his character. Let us know what you think of Speed and his antics, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the entertainment world.

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Fortnite Leaks: Chapter 4 Season 4 Reveal Date Leaked?

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The gaming community is buzzing with anticipation as the end of Fortnite’s Chapter 4 Season 3 approaches. With the season’s conclusion imminent, players are eagerly awaiting news about the next chapter. So, when is Chapter 4 Season 4 expected to drop? Let’s dive into the latest leaks and speculations.

Chapter 4 Season 3 has been a rollercoaster for Fortnite enthusiasts. The season introduced players to a dynamic jungle biome, teeming with wild creatures, peculiar plants, and distinctive features. Gamers had a plethora of new Points of Interest (POIs) to discover. However, as the season progressed, many became familiar with these new additions, mastering every hidden corner and secret.

As the curtain falls on this season, players are reminded to wrap up their Battle Pass challenges. Once Chapter 4 Season 4 begins, the current Battle Pass will be inaccessible, making its exclusive items and cosmetics unattainable forever.

Anticipated Release Date and Teasers

While the end of a season can be bittersweet, it also brings the thrill of what’s next. However, the specifics of what this new season will entail remain shrouded in mystery.

Renowned leaker, HYPEX, has given fans a glimmer of hope. According to their findings, Epic Games is set to release two teaser images on August 20 and 21. But that’s not all. The main teaser video, which will likely provide more substantial hints about the upcoming season, is slated for release on August 22. We should therefore hopefully be getting some confirmation on when Chapter 4 Season 4 will be released around that time.

What’s New in Chapter 4 Season 4?

Before the launch of Chapter 4 Season 3, several features were already in the public domain, thanks to leaks. Players were aware of the significance of mud in the new season and anticipated the introduction of a jungle biome with Raptors. This time around, however, the leaks are less revealing.

There’s speculation that Epic Games has either managed to keep the upcoming features under wraps or that the new season might not be as feature-rich as many hope. Nevertheless, the Fortnite community remains hopeful. Given the pattern of past season launches, it’s likely that more details will emerge in the coming days.

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LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 12: Soulja Boy attends the Epic Games Hosts Fortnite Party Royale on June 12, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Greg Doherty/Getty Images)

With the end of Chapter 4 Season 3 on the horizon, players should keep an eye on Fortnite’s official Twitter account. Historically, the account has updated its profile details ahead of a new season, offering fans tidbits about what to expect.

While the exact details of Fortnite’s Chapter 4 Season 4 remain elusive, the excitement in the gaming community is palpable. As players bid farewell to the current season, they can look forward to a fresh chapter filled with new challenges, features, and surprises. Only time will tell what Epic Games has in store for its dedicated fanbase.

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100 Thieves Announce “Fortnite” Heist Game

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100 Thieves has never been content to simply be an esports team. Company founder Matthew “Nadeshot“ Haag has always been very clear about his intentions. He wants to make 100T the luxury lifestyle brand of the gaming world. This has included a partnership with Gucci in 2021, the sugar-free energy Juvee, and series A funding led by Drake. However, one major area the company has invested in is game design.

It all began with the acquisition of gaming peripheral company Highground in 2021. That blossomed into the announcement that 100T were working on their own FPS product simply known as Project X. While Project X appears to be some way away still, 100T aren’t sitting idly by. After all, it would be very un-100T to simply wait for the game to be ready. Instead, they have reportedly jumped on a smaller side project to be deployed inside of the biggest games on the market.

100 Thieves Announce Fortnite Mode

In a video released to Twitter, Nadeshot and 100T CPO Pete Hawley revealed that they would be dropping a Fortnite game mode on July 11. As yet unnamed mode would be a three-on-three heist game. Teams would have to infiltrate a bank, steal money, and then successfully escape. The game was designed in Unreal Engine Fortnite, a UE build that Epic Games has made available for the development of internal Fortnite projects. Fortnite has become the hub for wild promotional crossovers. In fact, 100T feels tame compared to the likes of Marshmello and Travis Scott concerts. There are still few things weirder than being killed by someone in an Ariana Grande cosmetic.

According to Nade and Hawley, their development team was able to put together the game mode in under two months. Furthermore, they stated that they hope to be able to utilize the game to help provide feedback in order to improve UE Fortnite. Meanwhile, Project X continues to be worked on behind the scenes. Elsewhere, 100 Thieves continue to have mixed success in their esports operations. Their LoL team is currently 4th in the LCS. Meanwhile, their Apex Legends team continues to struggle in pro play, as has their VALORANT team.

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Nike x Fortnite “Airphoria” Experience Dazzles Gamers

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Nike is teaming up with Fortnite in an unlikely, digital partnership. Fortnite, developed by Epic Games, is a widely popular online video game known for its fast-paced action and competitive gameplay. Epic Games, the renowned game development company, has gained significant recognition in the gaming industry for creating engaging and innovative experiences across various platforms.

This collaboration is coming at a convenient time as Nike also revealed a partnership with EA Sports. The Nike Air Max 90 X EA Sports “Play Like Mad” is rumored to release at some point during 2023. These recent collaborations point to an uncertain time in Nike collaborations. Especially with Epic Games, we haven’t seen anything like this before. It’s certainly a space that Nike sees value in, but it will be interesting to see the future. Further, there will definitely be more partnerships like this. Brands will continue to blur the lines between physical and digital, which is incredibly exciting.

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“Airphoria” Fortnite x Nike Experience

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Players of Fortnite may explore the “Airphoria” realm, which has design cues from the Air Max 1, Air Max 97, and Air Max TW vintage shoes as well as more recent Air Max sneakers like the Air Max Scorpion and Air Max Pulse. By using the island code 2118-5342-7190 or Fortnite Discover, players may find the location. Players of Fortnite may now purchase the costumes worn by the “Airphoria” characters, Airie and Maxxed Out Max, for their characters in addition to “Airphoria.” Also, Nike.com has released an “Airphoria”-inspired collection today.

According to Nate Nanzer, the Epic Games vice president of global partnerships, “Epic has talked a lot about building an open, interoperable metaverse and this is a really willing partner in Nike to connect. It’s the start of what will become many more interactions to come with Nike.” Gamers can access the “Airphoria” experience on Fortnite from now until June 27 at 8 p.m. ET. Let us know what you think of this collab, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.

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Logic Finally Taps Into Playboi Carti’s “Whole Lotta Red”

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Logic is someone who does a lot outside of music. Overall, he has written books, has written his own screenplays, and also likes to play video games online. Consequently, he has been able to connect with his fanbase on a truly deep level. For instance, whenever he streams video games on Twitch or any other platform, his fans are interacting with him. The artist is always checking the chat, which subsequently allows him to share opinions on topics of the day. Recently, we got to see the culmination of that as he played a round of Fortnite earlier this week.

While playing the popular video game, some fans started talking about none other than Whole Lotta Red. Of course, this is the 2020 release from Playboi Carti. Interestingly enough, Logic had never listened to the album. Some of his fans were surprised by this, although if you are familiar with the artist, this isn’t super shocking. The rapper mostly does his own thing, and he probably doesn’t have time to listen to everything that gets released. However, he did make sure to make some time for Carti and his magnum opus.

Logic Gets Put On To Some Carti

In the clips above, you can see Logic’s live reaction to the first few songs off of the album. For the most part, he can be seen laughing at some of Carti’s more ridiculous lyrics. However, Logic had a pretty positive review. “Yo, this is dope. This shit sounds like a movie,” he revealed during “Go2DaMoon.” Of course, this track features none other than Kanye West. Eventually, the artist got a few tracks in before saying, “Ok cool. That shit’s dope! I’m gonna listen to the rest of the album later.”

Whole Lotta Red certainly isn’t for everyone. When the album first dropped, a lot of people had incredibly negative reviews about it. However, now the album is seen as a classic. Needless to say, everyone is entitled to their own tastes. As for Logic, however, he seems to have an open mind, which is great to see. Let us know your favorite Whole Lotta Red track, in the comments below.

The Source Law Review: Parents Sue Gamer Developer, Claim Their Kids Won’t Eat, Sleep or Shower Because They’re Addicted to Fortnite

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Epic Games, manufacturer of the hugely popular Fortnite video game series, has been sued by a group of Canadian parents who claim that the company intentionally developed Fortnite to be highly addictive and their children became so severely dependent on the game that they stopped eating, sleeping, and bathing. 

Canadian Superior Court Justice Sylvain Lussier has authorized the class action lawsuit to move forward, writing that the lawsuit “does not appear frivolous or manifestly ill-founded” and that there is “a serious issue to be argued, supported by sufficient and specific allegations to the risks or even dangers arising from the use of Fortnite.”  The court referenced the World Health Organization’s recognition of video game addiction as a disease in 2018.

Justice Lussier disagreed with the parent’s allegations that Epic had intentionally made the games addictive. However, he did recognize the possibility that the game is, in fact, addictive and that Epic is aware of that fact. 

One parent reported that her child had played the game 6,923 times, and other parents said their child played 7,700 times over two years for at least three hours each day.  One of the children in the lawsuit is alleged to have received a medical diagnosis of addiction. 

Epic has characterized the lawsuit as “meritless.” It claims that the game has parental controls that allow parents to control their child’s interaction with the game, including requiring parental permission for a child to make in-game purchases.   While the game is free to play, players can purchase in-game money called ‘V Bucks” to buy gear, upgrades, and other in-game materials.

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