Kotaku Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:45 PM  If you've ever thought to yourself: "I would love to be able to screenshot a bunch of Bored Apes in Doom II," you can finally do that. Game modder Ultra Boi recently released a mod where you shoot NFTs with a camera rather than a gun. |
Kotaku Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:52 PM  For those of you who, like me, are missing Grifball—Halo's in- and out-of-universe football-style combat sport—in Halo Infinite, you can at the very least pretend you're playing Quidditch, the favorite wizard sport of transphobes everywhere, thanks to a new glitch in the possession-based Oddball gametype. The glitch… |
Kotaku Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:35 PM  Geoff Frazier, a former early Blizzard employee who was responsible for much of the company's web content over the past 23 years, has been posting bigoted and hateful messages in a Discord server going back to May 2021. ABetterABK founder and organizer Jessica Gonzalez tweeted screenshots of Frazier, allegedly under… |
Kotaku Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:40 AM  Video games are both important and unimportant in The Matrix Resurrections. They're mentioned a lot–they play a significant role in the life of Keanu Reeves' character, Thomas Anderson–but at the same time, the film isn't particularly interested in games as games. Rather, games serve as a metaphor, and a fascinating… |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 2:26 PM  Sure, Monty Python and the Holy Grail is already a parody in itself, but a layer of Minecraft aesthetic over top can only make it more of a parody, right? Either way, one Minecraft player's recreation of the iconic French taunting scene is an absolute delight, no matter the species of your mother or the scent of your father. The scene is built in-game, as creator Atillion explains on Reddit. He logs in with a secondary account to control the characters while his main account works as the camera. "After I film the shots and angles, I use Adobe Premiere to edit and green screen stuff, and stitch it all together." Add in a bit of Blender for some "special shots", and you have a pretty impressive recreation. This isn't Atillion's first time bringing Monty Python to Minecraft, either. Earlier this month, he also put out the killer rabbit scene recreated in the sandbox game. What's next? Well, maybe it's about time that black knight got cut down to size… RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:37 PM  FromSoftware's Hidetaka Miyazaki is building Elden Ring to be his "ideal game world", but that doesn't mean he's actually going to play it. A new interview with the Soulsborne creator reveals that he has a "personal policy" of not playing his own creations - alongside a host of additional insight into the upcoming open-world game, of course. "If I was in the mood to play a game, or if I had an ideal game world, Elden Ring gets pretty close to that," Miyazaki says in Edge #367, "I create the games that are my type: tight combat, fantasy medieval settings, with dungeons to explore and things like that. It's just what I'm into. And so Elden Ring is really hitting all the right notes there." Miyazaki continues: "You know, I probably won't end up playing Elden Ring because it's a game I've made myself. This is sort of my personal policy. You wouldn't get any of the unknowns that the fresh player is going to experience. Like I said before, it wouldn't feel like playing. But if I did, then this would be close to the ideal game I'd want." RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:15 PM  Want to know how to complete the Halo Infinite weekly challenges? Every week you can unlock a free cosmetic for your Spartan. To get this new look, you have to complete a list of challenges, and play a lot of matches. These challenges also give you experience points you use to level up the Halo Infinite battle pass. Challenges can be found in the battle pass menu and it lists the current active challenges and upcoming challenges. Each challenge is colour-coded by difficulty, so bright grey challenges are the easiest, the bluish-grey challenges are of medium difficulty, and the bright blue ones are the most challenging. One of the upcoming challenges will take its place when you complete a challenge, though which challenge it is, is random. Once you've completed each challenge, you're given one more challenge before you can claim your weekly reward. This challenge is the same for everyone. In this guide, we'll give you tips on how to complete the Halo Infinite weekly challenges in your queue, explain what the weekly ultimate challenge is, and what the weekly ultimate challenge reward is for this week. RELATED LINKS: Halo Infinite release date, Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite ranks |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:51 PM  When I was small and curious, I'd often stick the side of my head up against my dad's large hi-fi speakers. This is, admittedly, a silly thing to do with developing ears, but the fond memories of my musical youth are partially why I love the sensation of bassy vibrations at gigs. Of course, shuddering volume levels are usually reserved for high wattage speakers, so you can imagine my surprise to find Razer's Kraken V3 Hypersense manages to emulate the experience. Better still, the new headset brings that same audio physicality to the realm of gaming, and its implementation is almost perfect. Before we dive into Razer's rumbly tech, let's talk about the specific version of the Kraken that houses it. Just like its gaming audio counterparts, the Kraken Hypersense comprises plastic, metal, fabric, and leatherette, which contribute to both its premium and comfort factor. While there's more going on inside this rendition of the Kraken, it's still remarkably lightweight, something it's able to maintain alongside rigidity. I'm also a huge fan of the Hypersense's cups and headband, as Razer has stuck to its usual fabric and leatherette hybrid setup. Sure, leatherette arguably looks more stylish, but it doesn't age well when resting against human skin for lengthy gaming sessions. It's worth noting that I'm also sensitive to certain materials, especially if they're anything less than soft, so this headset gains some additional Brownie points. RELATED LINKS: Razer Thresher Ultimate review, Razer Blade review, Best gaming headset |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:07 PM  In 2019, Riot Games prepared to settle a class action lawsuit over gender discrimination for $10 million. In 2020, California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing argued that the women suing the company could be owed "over $400 million", a claim Riot said was "reckless, misleading, and wholly unsupported". This week, Riot and the DFEH have agreed to a $100 million settlement, alongside a number of reforms to take place at the company. Riot's settlement with the DFEH, California's Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, and private plaintiffs would require the company to pay $80 million in compensation to the approximately 2,365 women covered by the suit, and an additional $20 million in legal fees. According to a press release from the DFEH, the decree also "requires comprehensive injunctive relief in the form of workplace reforms, independent expert analysis of Riot's pay, hiring, and promotion practices, and independent monitoring of sexual harassment and retaliation at Riot's California offices for three years." Under the decree, which is still pending final approval from the courts, Riot would be required to set aside $18 million over three years to "make pay adjustments and to fund diversity, equity, and inclusion programs". Riot will also be required to "make available 40 full-time positions in engineer, quality assurance, or art-design roles to qualified class members who worked as temporary contractors in a competitive process". RELATED LINKS: Best LoL Champions , League of Legends patch 12.1, LoL tier list |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:39 AM  The end of 2021 is nigh. We're all getting ready to hunker down and gorge ourselves on heaps of festive foodstuffs and great games before another year of gaming news shows up on our doorstep, commanding our attention like an uproarious, slightly soused relative. While we don't yet know what 2022 will bring (well, other than Elden Ring), your trusty PCGamesN news crew has been here all year, clad in proudest orange, spelunking deep into the news mines to gather all the biggest stories for you, our lovely readers. With the year now almost behind us, now's the time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly of gaming news in 2021. To that end, we've fetched a festive feast worth of goodies from the vaults, hitting all the stories that'll warm your cockles to remember, and some you might have missed along the way. Starting with news that everyone's favourite tomb-raiding hero, Indiana Jones, will return to PC courtesy of MachineGames and Bethesda, and rounding off with the arrival of Final Fantasy XIV's Endwalker expansion (impeccably rendered grapes included), here's our roundup of this year's greatest hits. Or, as we prefer, Now, That's What We Call NEWS 2021! RELATED LINKS: New World system requirements, New World beginner's guide, New World review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:08 AM  It's another day in the two weeks leading up to the new year, and you know that means - yet another entry in Epic's fortnight (ha) of daily free PC games. Today's giveaway is one for party night - a madcap take on co-op games where you've got to pack up and get your furniture moved. You can grab Moving Out for free on the usual Epic Games Store promotion page from now until December 29 at 8am PST / 11am EST / 4pm GMT, at which point it'll be replaced by another freebie. As always, you'll 'purchase' the game at a price of zero dollars, and it'll remain in your library just like any game you might pay money for. Here's how the devs explain it: "As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you'll take on moving jobs all across the busy town of Packmore. Smooth Moves may not be the biggest moving company, but there's no task too dangerous or strange for this busy team of go-getters. Grow your business to brave new heights, recruit colourful customizable characters, and save your town from furniture peril!" |
Twinfinite Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:41 PM Third-party developers shared news about relevant aircraft addons coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator, while an airport has been released. The post Microsoft Flight Simulator F-35 Gets Release Details; Twin Otter & Mustang Get New Screenshots; Chicago Midway Airport Released appeared first on Twinfinite. |
Twinfinite Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:55 AM Among the games in development at Atlus, Project Re Fantasy remains mysterious, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel. The post Development of Atlus' Project Re Fantasy Finally Reaching Climax According to Katsura Hashino appeared first on Twinfinite. |
Twinfinite Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:06 AM Today Sega revealed a lot of new content coming to Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis and shed some light on the plans going forward. The post Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis Reveals New Content; Devs Address Criticism From Dissatisfied Players appeared first on Twinfinite. |
Twinfinite Tuesday, December 28, 2021 10:22 AM Today Kadokawa Games released a brand new trailer of its upcoming mecha strategy RPG titled Relayer, showing gameplay on PS5 and PS4. The post Relayer Trailer Reveals Mecha Strategy JRPG Gameplay on Both PS5 & PS4 appeared first on Twinfinite. |
Twinfinite Tuesday, December 28, 2021 8:47 AM Yesterday, a press release from the Department of Fair Employment & Housing (DFEH) confirmed that Riot Games has agreed to settle the 2018 lawsuit filed against the company for gender discrimination. Riot will pay over $100 million to "remedy violations against approximately 1,065 women employees and 1,300 women contract workers." The lawsuit followed an article […] The post Riot Games Will Pay $100 Million to Settle 2018 Gender Discrimination Lawsuit appeared first on Twinfinite. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 2:30 PM Summon Shiva to chill your foes with Lunafreya. The post FFXV Lunafreya Joins Cast of Dissidia Final Fantasy Opera Omina appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 2:00 PM The new update on the Uzumaki anime adaptation involved a peek at creator Junji Ito taking part in a voice acting session for a role in it. The post Junji Ito Will Appear in the Uzumaki Anime appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:30 PM Players can obtain these outfits through a limited time gacha banner. The post FFVII Advent Children Cloud, Tifa, Barret Outfits Available in The First Soldier appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:00 PM Monster Hunter Rise, Among Us, and Pokemon Brilliant Diamond took the top three spots. The post Monster Hunter Rise Topped Japan's Nintendo Switch 2021 Download Ranking appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:30 PM Ready to turn things over on New Year's Eve. The post Fate/Grand Order Begins 2022 New Year Countdown Promo appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:00 PM Sakurai appeared in 4Gamer's end-of-2021 coverage because he no longer works on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The post Masahiro Sakurai Wrote About His 2021 Most Impactful Games appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:30 AM Additionally, several voice actors from the anime will reprise their role in the mobile game. The post Fullmetal Alchemist Mobile Edward, Alphonse, Winry Visuals Shared appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:00 AM Staff members at Atlus hope to release a new game in 2022 that could become a "pillar" of the company. The post Atlus Hopes to Release New Game in 2022, Offers Project Re Fantasy Update appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 10:30 AM The Sonic Green Hill Zone Lego Ideas set by Viv Grannell will launch in January 2022, albeit with elements like the Egg Robot mech excluded. The post Sonic the Hedgehog Set Based on Lego Ideas Design Dated appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 10:00 AM The game development division behind Fate/Grand Order has received its own company and name. The post FGO Developer DelightWorks Established Rasenguru To Prepare For Aniplex Transfer appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 9:00 AM Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage features lots of songs to play with no stamina systems in the way. The post Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage Makes it Easy to Enjoy Miku Songs appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, December 28, 2021 8:00 AM SNK Character Designer Tomohiro Nakata revealed Maxima will know a new move in KOF XV and his design was "a nightmare to get right." The post Maxima Will Get a New Move in KOF XV appeared first on Siliconera. |
Destructoid Tuesday, December 28, 2021 2:00 PM The League of Legends publisher agrees to settle the 2018 class-action suit Riot Games announced on Monday that it will agree to... The post Riot Games agrees to pay $100 million settlement for class-action gender discrimination suit appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:00 PM Gotta build fast It's the Blue Blur's turn to get brought to life in Lego form. Lego has announced an... The post Lego Sonic the Hedgehog set rolls out at the start of January appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Tuesday, December 28, 2021 11:00 AM I hear you like to watch There seems to be no stopping the steamroller success of the internet's premier live-streaming... The post Twitch viewership saw a year-on-year growth of 45% across 2021 appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Tuesday, December 28, 2021 8:00 AM Ambitious plans for the Japanese studio With 2022 bearing down on us this week, developers and publishers will be gearing... The post Atlus to launch a game in 2022 that it hopes will be a 'pillar' for the studio appeared first on Destructoid. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, December 28, 2021 2:00 PM  With all the recent talk on Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, it's not hard to forget about the next game in the mainline series. Square Enix has been working on Final Fantasy XVI from the shadows, and released a bittersweet message on it this week. The game hasn't gotten much attention since its announcement over a year ago. And we still have a while to wait. Due to issues surrounding the ongoing pandemic, Final Fantasy XVI development has been delayed by "almost half a year" — but a reveal is coming in spring. The weekend message was delivered by none other than Naoki Yoshida, the game's producer. Yoshida wrote that he wanted to make due on the promise of more info by the end of the year. An update certainly came, but it isn't exactly the most optimistic of news. Yoshida writes: "I regret to inform you that I will be unable to keep that promise as complications stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic have delayed the game's dev... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:00 PM  Another year is upon us, and with it, there are even more games to suck more of my life into the abyss. I previewed some of these and have a good idea of what the final versions will be like. Others, I know next to nothing about, but that's okay. Sometimes an air of mystery is preferable. Here are five of the PC games that I'm most looking forward to in 2022. I don't mention that one game that's clearly missing because everyone is already eager for that one. I don't even have to say the name. I'll give you a hint: it's difficult, and it's from those people who make all those difficult games people love to livestream. Weird West I previewed this one the other month. Weird West was headed up by the guy who directed Dishonored and Prey and, based on my time with the game, it manages to scratch a lot of those same itches on a fraction of the budget. As the name makes clear, it's a Western, but it's also an immersive sim.... |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 28, 2021 1:32 PM Biomes play an important role in the game. The weather, temperature, and terrain all affect a player's chances of survival as well as the kind of resources and mobs that spawn in them. Here is a list of the worst biomes for players to play on in Minecraft. Once players start the game and generate […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:03 PM Pokémon UNITE is a fast-paced, strategic team battle game that has players compete against each other and score goals to dominate the battlefield. In most cases, the match's outcome hinges on how skilled you are at navigating the map and how knowledgeable you are about the game's featured Wild Pokémon. Familiarizing yourself with the battle […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 28, 2021 10:05 AM Fracture is VALORANT's newest addition to their map collection, which now totals seven unique map layouts. Fracture is situated in a 50/50 Dual-biome split environment where one half of the map is flourishing with life, and the other half is a barren wasteland. Riot made the new map extra interesting by placing the Attacker Spawns […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 28, 2021 8:12 AM Barn Finds have been a trademark of the Forza Horizon franchise ever since the first game launched in 2012. The term "Barn Find" was coined because of how some of the rarest and most desirable cars can often be found sitting for years inside of a literal barn or barn-like storage. You have probably heard of […] |
Pivotal Gamers Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:00 PM Hello all. We have another great giveaway from Epic Games for Moving Out. Read on for their offering. Get Moving Out for FREE! A few words about Moving Out Download and play Moving Out at the Epic Games Store. Check for platform availability and price! Last minute notes Login with your Epic Games account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. Still here? Click on the button ... |
Level Up Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:50 PM According to a report from The Washington Post, Riot Games is settling a long-running gender-based discrimination… |
Level Up Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:30 PM Death Stranding and Metal Gear Solid director Hideo Kojima has a couple of new projects… |