As time has gone on, Microsoft has shifted its gaming focus from just Xbox home consoles to more subscription-based services with its crown jewel being Xbox Game Pass. With that shift, it also means that they've largely been more open with alternative platforms, especially with bringing their first party titles to PC. Now, a new development has come for the PC side of things with Windows 11.
Windows 11 was announced earlier this year. While gaming isn't the sole focus, obviously, it was boasted as the 'best ever' Windows OS for gaming. The OS will include things similar aspects of the current Xbox systems (the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S), such as DirectX12 Ultimate, DirectStorage and Auto HDR for improved gaming experiences. It will, of course, also have full access to Xbox Game Pass PC via the Microsoft Store, which is said to also get a redesign. You can read more comprehensive details, such as the non-gaming related upgrades, via the official blog through here.
Windows 11 will launch as a free upgrade to all compatible PCs starting on October 5th.
For now, it seems Square is going to let Lara Croft have a bit of a rest after a reboot trilogy with some hints that something will happen in the future to unify the past and present of the series. Overall, the reboot titles (Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider) were well-received even if older fans had a lot of issues with them. However, you may remember that the second game in that trilogy took an odd detour as it was exclusive for roughly one year to Xbox platforms despite the first game being multiplatform and the series as a whole being strongly associated with the PlayStation brand. It also seems we could now know how much that cost.
According to a resume posted on LinkIn, former Director of Live Product Management at Eidos-Montréal and Business Development Director at Square Enix Fabien Rossini, posted that they had helped negotiate the deal that was worth $100 million. As you can see here, that text has since been edited out of their profile, but thanks to Twitter user Timur222, we can see where it was said below.
This isn't an official statement, obviously, and most likely there will never be one since terms of these types of deals are generally kept secret in the industry unless there is a lawsuit involved, and Rossini editing out the line could be an indication that maybe what was said was an embellishment. However, if the deal in question included things like marketing and any development costs, it probably isn't unbelievable.
Rise of the Tomb Raider launched originally in 2015 for Xbox One and Xbox 360, then PC a few months later, and the PS4 almost a year later. It is also available as part of the Definitive Survivor Collection that collects all three reboot titles.
Rise of the Tomb Raider exclusivity deal with Microsoft was worth $100 million. Other stuff. pic.twitter.com/BH6TkhI9eL
Hitman 3 recently wrapped up its fourth season of post-launch content, Season of Lust, and Season of Gluttony has now kicked off, adding new cosmetics and items, Elusive Targets, and more. IO Interactive has released a roadmap trailer detailing the new stuff coming to Hitman 3 in its fifth season.
New items include a new suit, a new shotgun, a new bubble gum pack. Two Elusive Targets, known as The Procurers, will be available in Dartmoor from September 3 to September 23. Another Elusive Target will be The Food Critic in Bangkok from September 7 to September 27. This one will also unlock the casual suit with gloves outfit.
Speaking of Bangkok, that's the new free location in rotation for this season, and will be live from September 9 to September 19. Finally, there will also be new featured contracts. Check out the trailer below more details.
Hitman 3 is available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, PC, Stadia, and as a cloud-exclusive release on Nintendo Switch.
Ghostrunner's seen some pretty solid post-launch support, getting new content even earlier this year. Now, it's received another update that adds plenty of interesting stuff.
The big new addition is the Wave Mode, which is a rogue-lite experience that will see you playing against 20 waves of enemies, each harder than the last, with procedural generation of enemies and environments. If you do it, you get an exclusive new sword.
There's also a new Assist Mode, which will give players the option to toggle on some boosts, such as having an extra life, shorter ability cooldowns, and slower enemies. Finally, there's also the Neon Pack DLC, which adds new cosmetic items to the game, including katanas and gloves.
Following its showcase of the Barbarian class, Blizzard Entertainment's Diablo 2: Resurrected has received a new trailer focusing on the Sorceress. As one commands the elements, the Sorceress is your go-to choice for causing wide-spread magical damage. Check out her gameplay below.
The Sorceress's skills are divided into three categories – Ice, Lightning and Fire. She can cast Frozen Armor for a defense bonus and to freeze any attackers or cast spells like Frozen Orb, Fire Ball and Lightning to decimate foes. Of course, if you want to get around the map quickly, then Teleport also comes in mighty handy. While she can't tank heaps of damage, the Sorceress can perform well in medium to long range engagements.
Diablo 2: Resurrected is out on September 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. For more details, check out our feature here. Stay tuned for trailers detailing the other classes in the coming days.
Motive Studios' Dead Space remake received some new details and comparison shots in a recent Twitch stream. Despite being from an early pre-production build, the improvements are very noticeable. It's not all about better visuals though – the developer also confirmed some enhancements to the gameplay, like the dismemberment system.
As noted by Nibel on Twitter, the remake uses a completely new body damage system. Flesh can now be removed from enemies, which indicates their overall vitality, and certain weapons will react differently. While some are better at chunking away the flesh, others are more suited to dismembering body parts. Enemies also have new damage models with each part reacting accordingly.
The Zero-G Therapy Room received an early look as well but the overall system is being overhauled. Players will have the 360 degrees freedom of movement and thrusters from Dead Space 2. New environments and paths with new challenges are also being promised. And if all that wasn't enough, Gunner Wright is returning to voice Isaac Clarke.
First look at an early version of the Zero-G Therapy Room from #DeadSpace
The zero-g mechanic has been overhauled and allows for 360 degree freedom + thrusters like in DS2; there are new paths and environments with new challenges pic.twitter.com/YND3mSzkbJ
Motive Studios has showcased new images and additional details for its upcoming Dead Space remake via its recent Twitch stream, with the goal of receiving early feedback from the community. Many of these images were captured by Nibel on Twitter and showcase how the remake is staying true to the environmental layouts of the original but adding more details. Check it out below.
All of these images are from an early pre-production development build but the visuals are already looking like a big step up. A comparison between a hallway from the original game and in the remake reveals more objects, enhanced lighting and shadows, and improved textures. Even protagonist Isaac Clarke is looking more vibrant.
– a first look at very, very early footage of the game – no long gameplay segments – intention is to get early community feedback and to give fans insight into how the team is approaching this project pic.twitter.com/IqrxuB9yKY
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Ubisoft has debuted some new gameplay footage for Far Cry 6, offering a look at the Xbox Series X version. It sees Dani Rojas starting out by exploring Yara's El Este region and infiltrating a camp, which eventually devolves into wide-spread chaos and gunfights. Check it out below.
There's quite a bit to unpack, like how Antón Castillo sprays plants in the region with a specific chemical that makes them highly flammable, or parachuting onto a cargo ship to rescue prisoners. The signature wingsuit returns and even the Fangs for Hire, including the perpetually angry Chicaharrón the rooster, are showcased. Co-op is supported for the entire game and while the host player keeps story progress, the guest player will retain their individual progress like resources gathered.
Interestingly, narrative director Navid Khavari said he believes that cross-platform play is possible (though further clarification is needed). Extensive HUD customization is also included, from disabling the mini-map to turning off the health bars. Far Cry 6 is out on October 7th for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, PC and Google Stadia. For more details on the game based on the opening few hours, check out our top 10 reasons to be excited here.
A recent post on Konami's official website states that Metal Gear Solid 5's online servers for PS3 and Xbox 360 will be shut down early next year. In the post, Konami details the phases in which Metal Gear Online support will be dropped eventually.
Following November 30, DLC for online game modes wouldn't be available to purchase. Then, on March 1, 2022 – the game will not be available to purchase for these platforms on their respective storefronts. Finally, on May 1, 2022 – the game will no longer have any active servers.
Players can still enjoy the game's single-player offerings even after the shutting down of servers. Of course, players on PS4, Xbox One, and PC can still enjoy the game's online offerings for quite some time. Rockstar recently announced that support for GTA Online on PS3 and Xbox 360 would be dropping soon. The future of Metal Gear Solid on the other hand looks bleak, albeit with a healthy supply of rumors suggesting something might be in the works – read more on that through here.
A recent announcement post on the Cyberpunk 2077 modding community discord channel reveals that modders Hambalko Bence, Blumster, Kote Akos, and rfuzzo will be joining CD Projekt Red. In the post, Bence mentions that the modders will be joining CDPR under the company Yigsoft – which was co-founded by Bence herself.
This team of modders are the brains behind Wolvenkit, which is an incredibly popular modding tool for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. The modders in the post will be working on Cyberpunk 2077's backend and the "game's modding support."
Of course, it remains to be seen what kind of updates the team will be working on – but this move seems to solidify CD Projekt Red's stance on fixing Cyberpunk 2077. The game launched in December last year, with a litanny of bugs, glitches, and performance issues on last-gen console hardware – which stirred a flurry of controversies surrounding the game.
Madden 22 developer and publisher partners with Amazone's Prime Gaming to give away monthly Ultimate Team Packs for players.
Prime Gaming, previously known as Twitch Prime, has turned into a pretty solid subscription service for multiplayer enthusiasts in the last few years.
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Regarding the number of popular games that are currently being supported by Prime Gaming for in-game rewards, the service is actually worth the subscription fee.
Madden 22 is the latest game that joins the Prime Gaming roster and below you can learn about how you can earn your monthly rewards.
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What Are the Madden 22 Prime Gaming Rewards?
Prime Gaming rewards for Madden NFL 22 includes 12 monthly Ultimate Team Pack drops. You can claim your first pack right now. The next pack will be available next month.
How to Get Madden 22 Prime Gaming Rewards
First of all, you need to subscribe to the Prime Gaming service. It will cost you $5.99 per month. Currently, Prime Gaming supports some major multiplayer games like GTA Online, Red Dead Online, Rainbow Six Siege, Valorant, and more.
With subscribing to Prime Gaming, you will receive monthly in-game items or rewards in each one of the supported games.
Once you subscribed to the service, you should sync your EA account with your Prime Gaming account. Also, do note that your EA account should be connected to your PSN/Xbox/Steam/Origin account as well, depending on the platform you are playing Madden 22 on.
It might sound a little complicated but it's pretty simple. You will find this Sync option in both EA and Prime Gaming accounts preferences.
Once sync the accounts successfully, you will be able to receive your Prime Gaming pack inside the game. If you still can't find the pack, visit this link and click on the Claim button. This should get you the MUT pack.
Madden NFL 22 is now available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.
Chivalry 2 update 2.1.1 reduces the number of server crashes. Check out the patch notes.
Medieval wars are always known for their brutality. Chivalry 2 is a great chance to experience this brutal era in history by putting yourself in the shoes of a soldier who has no options left, other than killing for survival.
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while most of the multiplayer games are leaning toward shooter and MMORPG genres, Chivalry 2 brings the PvP experience to first-person medieval wars, featuring melee and ranged combats in bloody wars.
Launched earlier in June 2021, Chivalry 2 has been quite a successful game so far, and the developers try to make it even smoother with more new updates and changes. The latest update for Chivalry 2 is a small hotfix, maintaining server problems and controller issues.
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Chivalry 2 Update 2.1.1 Patch Notes
Controller
Fixed a bug that caused the Cancel to Parry window on controller much smaller than intended
Fixed an exploit where players could purchase locked items with gold using a controller method
Crashes
Fixed several server crashes
Problems That Will Be Solved in the Next Update
Players may revert to default customization when equipping a subset of items (such as customizing the One Handed Spear, issue does not occur in offline modes)
Console players experiencing increased crashes on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 when playing Galencourt
Sometimes players are not migrating to larger matches at the end of a game (Especially noticeable in SA/OCE regions)
Server Browser is too hidden
Servers sometimes placing people outside of their expected region
Some customization items can't be purchased (such as bowl cut) on consoles
Sir/Lady titles are currently not unlockable
Players can purchase customization items from outside of the Customizations menu
Additional map balancing and further exploit fixes
Chivalry 2 is now available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC. The PC version of the game is only available on Epic Games Store.
So, if you have been planning to get into the Madden 22 Auction House for some worthy trades, I'm sorry to tell you that it is locked for now.
Madden 22 is now officially live for all the players around the world. Still, this might not be the best Madden entry, but it does feature some significant improvements in a few modes like Franchise.
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However, most players are interested in the Ultimate Team mode in the Madden series rather than anything else. Unfortunately, Madden 22 doesn't deliver too many new features to the Ultimate Team experience. It's still the same mode with a few minor changes in the level-up and objective system.
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Why the Madden 22 Auction House is Locked
Unfortunately, Ultimate Team mode in any EA Sports titles could be a little bit Pay-to-Win as players who spend real-world money to get more in-game packs usually progress faster than others and have a better team with higher-rate players.
Now, the Auction House or Trades tab is probably a cheaper way to get some good players with your in-game currency, rather than spending money on packs with unknown content.
However, it seems like the Auction House won't be available for now as EA is investigating an issue in Ultimate Team. The developer shared a tweet earlier today, indicating that the Auction House will remain locked until a problem is solved in MUT 22.
3:30AM ET Update: Ultimate Team Access, Auction House & Trade Block Unavailable
We will provide another update to this thread around 12PM ET (Saturday, August 21st) later today or sooner.
EA Sports didn't reveal how long this could take to return the Auction House to the game but doesn't seem to be a serious issue. The worst-case scenario is that the game will require a new update to fix the issue and re-open the Auction House in Ultimate.
Hopefully, Auction House is the only affected tab in the Ultimate Team for this unknown problem, and you can still play online and use other sections of the mode.
Madden 22 is now available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC. The ninth-gen version of the game will feature some exclusive features like Gameday Atmosphere and better visuals.
Roblox Your Bizarre Adventure has received a major update recently, and that means fans will be getting a few new codes to get some exciting rewards.
Roblox has been around for more than a decade, and the game has grown significantly over the years. With the voice chat feature slated to arrive soon, fans have plenty to look forward to in the days to come.
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With such an active development community, we witness new Roblox games arriving very frequently. These games span across a wide range of genres, so players can find a variety of games according to their liking.
Your Bizarre Adventure, is one of the many anime styled games in Roblox. In Your Bizzare Adventure, players need to get access to many spiritual abilities. These abilities can be used for fighting against gangs, and level up their characters along the way.
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What's new in the update?
Here are the patch notes of the latest update.
➢ 4 NEW CODES (IN UZUKEE'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL) ➢ NEW STAND REWORK ➢ NEW STAND SKINS ➢ NEW COSMETICS ➢ 2X ITEM SPAWN ON WEEKENDS ➢ BALANCES FIXES CHANGES ➢ and much more ingame!
Roblox Your Bizzare Adventure Codes – August Update 2021
After the recent update, we got a few new codes. Here is all you need to know about the new codes.
Genshin Impact continues to develop further, with the miHoYo gearing up to launch the 2.1 "Floating World Under the Moonlight"updateon September 1 for all the platforms.
Following the Genshin Impact 2.1 live stream, the team behind the RPG title has unveiled some of the most significant and major changes of the 2.1 version. While there's plenty of content to explore in the Genshin Impact 2.1 update, there are several features that players should look for.
Before jumping in, we want our readers to know that the official 2.1 broadcast revealed three new redeem codes that are giving away over 300 free Primogems along with other valuable resources to the Travelers. Hence, make sure to redeem them before they get expired.
Here's a look at the list of the best five new features coming with the Genshin Impact2.1 update.
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Top 5 features in the Genshin Impact 2.1 update
#1 Raiden Shogun
Everything revealed about Raiden Shogun so far (Image via miHoYo)
New characters are the spotlight of any Genshin Impact update, and version 2.1 is no different. Raiden Shogun is one of the 5-star characters that players are most excited about.
Raiden Shogun also known as Baal, the Electro Archon, and the God of Eternity, doesn't seem to be on the friendliest terms with Travelers after considering her leaked abilities.
As per the several data miners and leakers, the normal attack of the Raiden Shogun will perform up to five consecutive spear strikes, whereas, her charged attack will deplete some stamina to perform an upwards slash. Finally, the Plunging Attack enables Baal to attack while floating in the air.
#2 New Islands – Watasumi and Sevrai
Genshin Impact Watasumi and Sevrai Islands (Image via miHoYo)
If you think you've explored and uncovered each and every secret of all the islands in the Inazuma region, you're absolutely wrong. In the latest 2.1 live stream, miHoYo has confirmed the addition of two new islands, Watasumi and Sevrai, in the Inazuma region.
From the gameplay footage shown during the live stream, one can clearly see the constant lighting storm surrounding the whole Watasumi island that inarguably looks scary and provides a supernatural theme. Whereas, Sevrai island mainly consists of water; hence players can expect a lot of lakes and waterfalls in their surroundings.
Fish can be added to Serenitea Pot (Image via miHoYo)
Fishing is a relaxing activity that's common in RPG games. To follow up this tradition, miHoYo has finally decided to add a fishing mini-game, through which players can go angling for a variety of fishes across the continent of Tevyat.
Travelers can simply use the trapped fish to produce meat or exchange it for rewards. Moreover, with the Pool of Sapphire Grace, the gamers will also be able to grow an Ornamental Fish in their personal realm.
#4 Moonlight Merriment event
Moonlight Merriment event rewards (Image via miHoYo)
As the Genshin Impact 2.1 approaches, another festival is coming to the game, celebrating a Moonlight event. During the event, the Travelers have to navigate back to the Liyue region to be a part of the festival, which features a lot of interesting activities such as hunting the special treasures chest.
miHoYo also showcased a short clip during the live stream in which Sayu is holding a literal fish claymore, unveiling a new free-to-play weapon in the game. As of writing, we don't have much info about the event, but players can grab rewards like free primogems, mora, and other valuable resources.
#5 Archon Quest (Chapter II: Act III)
Archon Quest Chapter II: Act III (Image via miHoYo)
In version 2.1, Travelers will pick up right where the 2.0 story left off. Things will also continue evolving, with the arrival of a new archon quest – Omnipresence Over Mortal, within the horizons of the Inazuma region.
From the title, it seems like the story will still be revolving severely around the Raiden Shogun and her army in command for the Vision Hunt and Sakoku Decree. Since it's the final chapter of the quest, the Inazuma arc of the story will also conclude once the Travelers complete it.
A new Call of Duty Warzone update has received its official patch notes, containing some bug fixes, change for High Alert perk, and some weapon balancing.
Call of Duty Warzone Season Five has been out for a few weeks now, and fans are getting used to the new features and changes with the new season. However, there are still more things ahead you need to adapt to.
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The latest update for Warzone nerfs C58 by increasing the weapon's recoil and reducing its bullet speed and maximum damage. Raven Software has also nerfed Krig 38 by decreasing weapons minimum and maximum damage range.
Moreover, the High Alert perk received a new improvement that allows players to hear the footsteps of enemies using the Dead Silence Field Upgrade.
Below, you can read through all the patch notes of this new update.
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Call of Duty Warzone Patch Notes, August 20
Perks:
High Alert – Slot 2 (Red)
This Perk will now allow the Player to hear the footsteps of enemies using the Dead Silence Field Upgrade.
This change only applies to Warzone.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed additional collision issues with various elements across Verdansk allowing Players to exploit/peek/shoot through them.
Fixed an issue causing the ZRG 20mm (BOCW) scope glass to appear white while held in idle position.
Fixed an issue preventing Players from accessing the Store Tab while using the Warzone client in languages other than English.
Fixed an issue related to the "Puncture Wound" Nail Gun (BOCW) Blueprint dynamic icon.
Fixed an issue that caused the Fennec (MW) to ignore its proper ballistics trajectory.
Fixed an issue that prevented Players from applying a sticker to the Cane (BOCW).
Fixed various issues related to gifting the Season Five Battle Pass.
Weapons:
C58 (BOCW)
Recoil increased
Max Damage Range decreased by 7.4%
ADS Speed decreased by 3.4%
Bullet Velocity decreased by 8.1%
EM2 (BOCW)
Reduced Base Optic ADS Speed penalty by 21%
Upper Torso Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Krig 6 (BOCW)
Minimum Damage decreased from 26 to 25
Maximum Damage Range decreased by 7.2%
Call of Duty Warzone is now available for free on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC. With the announcement of Call of Duty Vanguard, it was officially confirmed that Warzone will receive a new map later this year.
"Want to see my Kung-Fu? I'll show you." Chu-Li cosplayer hits all the right moves with their amazing attire.
Street Fighter is one of Capcom's most beloved fighting games, making the rounds since 1987. Inspired by the manga Karate baka ichidai, the title is one of the highest-grossing video game franchises of all time and serves as one of Capcom's flagship series with total sales of 46 million units worldwide as of December last year.
In appreciation of Street Fighter's very first female fighter, cosplayer Giulia Valeriani brings the character into the real world.
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25-year-old Giulia Valeriani, otherwise known as moonchild_77 on Instagram, is a fitness trainer and digital artist when they're not performing kick-ass moves and dressing up as Street Fighter's Chu-Li. Giulia perfects Chu-Li's strength with well-toned muscles that is sure to defeat anyone that stands in her way.
Wearing a black sleeveless evening gown in one picture as well as Chun-Li's trademark hairstyle, Giulia takes the "strongest woman in the world" to new levels.
We can also see Giulia don those scary spiked metal bracelets that Chun-Li wears to help tone and exercise her body when performing her kicking moves and also helps stabilize her centre of gravity during a Hyakuretsukyaku as well as limit her during supers such as the Senretsukyaku to avoid overexerting her muscles. Of course, the spikes are also used for the purpose of intimidation.
If you enjoy Giulia's Chu-Li, you must check out her Morrigan Aensland cosplay, a fictional antiheroine character and the female protagonist in Capcom's Darkstalkers series as well as many others right here. As a word of warning, many images are NSFW.
Genshin Impact's first anniversary is around the corner, and there are some big plans in place for the game, but fans seem to be quite disappointed by them.
Towards the latter half of the year, a large number of AAA titles were released. Despite the high competition, Genshin Impact managed to outshine several titles out there and rose to become one of the most talked-about aspects in the gaming industry.
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The next update that is slated to release in the game is the 2.1 Update, and it will be releasing in September. In the update, we will be getting tons of stuff, including several new characters, regions, quests, items, and a brand new fishing feature.
Genshin Impact Fans Unhappy With Anniversary Rewards, Demand 100 Pulls
During the live stream, miHoYo not only announced all the new content that will be arriving as part of the update but also gave us some information about the anniversary events. We did know for a fact that the anniversary celebrations will be quite big, thanks to the leaks.
It was revealed that as part of the celebrations, players will be getting x2270 Primogems and x10 Fate. This means that players will be able to get a total of 23 pulls via the anniversary celebrations.
……. Wait that's it?? Where's the free 100 pulls????? Or a free five-star?????? T-T not to be rude or anything but this is just really small…… mihoyo didn't you say you were planning big stuff????
This hasn't gone down quite well with the fans who have expressed their disapproval against the rewards. Many were expecting much greater rewards from miHoYo's end, considering this was the first anniversary of the game, and it has done exceedingly well lately.
Why exactly fans are angry?
If you know how the pity system works in Genshin Impact, you might be well aware of the fact that you need 90 pulls for a guaranteed 5-star. Of course, you can get one much earlier as well, but that's just based on luck.
Fans were expecting one 5-star character at the very least, and considering that this doesn't guarantee even that, many are likely to be disappointed. The posts have been spanning from Twitter to Reddit, and miHoYo might take note of it. That being said, the developers have mentioned that more gifts will be revealed in the days to come, so it is very much possible that players might get the 100 pulls they asked for.
Genshin Impact held on August 20 itsLivestream for Version 2.1, officially titled Floating World Under The Moonlight, revealing Scaramouche and La Signora are back, the release date for the Raiden Ei and Sangonomiya Kokomi banners, alongside tons of other news and lore.
We also included at the bottom of this article full resolution versions of the new key visual artwork for Version 2.1.
Update: Note that the English stream experienced some issues and was delayed, starting around an hour after its scheduled time. We summarized all the 2.1 news below using information translated from the Japanese Twitter, tidbits from the English Livestream, and the press release from miHoYo. You can find links here to the Bilibili Chinese and English streams.
Genshin Impact 2.1 Stream – Trailer, news summary, Raiden Ei name reveal
Watch the English dub trailer here. The trailer for Version 2.1 most notably revealed the true name of The Raiden Shogun, Raiden Ei. This is how Yae Miko calls her old friend in the trailer.
In summary,
As the current Electro Archon: her Archon title is Baal
She's the leader of Inazuma so she holds the title of The Raiden Shogun
And her true name is Raiden Ei, with Ei being her first name
As previously leaked and officially teased by miHoYo, the Moonchase Festival event in Liyue will happen in Version 2.1. With Xiangling and Keqing as the story's stars.
We'll most notably be able to get a giant fish 4-star Claymore weapon, the Luxurious Sea-Lord, and max refine it. The event will also include the Moonlight Seeker subevent, a treasure hunt across Liyue, Mondstadt, and Dragonspine. A new battle event, Hyakunin Ikki, will also be happening in Inazuma.
You can either use your catch as fish meat or exchange them at the Fishing Association for rewards and new fishing rods. The update will also introduce the Pool of Sapphire Grace, a new furnishing in Housing, which lets you raise Ornamental Fish your Serenitea Pot. A fishing-themed event called Lunar Realm will also be held during Version 2.1.
Anniversary login bonus and top up double bonus reset
Preview screenshots of the Archon Quests were shared by the Japanese Twitter. Two new World Bosses will also be added, the Thunder Manifestation and the Hydro Hypostasis. They will drop Ascension materials for Kokomi and Raiden respectively.
La Signora will also be added as a new weekly boss. You'll unlock the fight as you progress through the new Archon Quests. As for banners, The Raiden Shogun will be released as the first banner of Version 2.1, right after maintenance ends on September 1. Sangonomiya Kokomi will be the second banner, released three weeks later. Kujou Sara will be a 4-star character featured on the Raiden banner.
PS4 and PS5 players will be able to get Aloy for free starting 2.1. Other players will have to wait until Version 2.2 unless they link their account with cross-save and play Genshin Impact on PS4/PS5.
That's all the main news from the Genshin Impact 2.1 livestream. Last but not least, you can find below full resolution versions of the two new key visual artworks for Genshin Impact Version 2.1.
Genshin Impact Version 2.1 Floating World Under The Moonlight will launch on September 1 on PC, PS4, PS5, and mobile. A Switch version of Genshin is in development too. You can always reach me on Twitter @A_iyane07 to chat about Genshin.
Anne Yatco will be dubbing the iconic character, Raiden Shogun, in Genshin Impact. Let's find out a little more about her.
With the rising popularity of Genshin Impact, the RPG title has paved the path for the outgrowth of many content creators worldwide. After so long, miHoYo has finally showcased the new content via Genshin Impact 2.1 live stream.
For this exciting update, the developers behind Genshin Impact have planned to source new voices from several famous voice actors around the globe. Anne Yatco is one of the renowned names in the voiceover industry who will be dubbing the upcoming character Raiden Shogun.
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ANNE YATCO GIVES VOICE TO RAIDEN SHOGUN IN GENSHIN IMPACT
The new characters are inarguably the most talked-about additions whenever a new Genshin Impact update live stream drops out. After the preview of Genshin Impact 2.1 live stream, fans have been going crazy for the new content, especially for the voice-over artists of the new characters.
It's no surprise that almost every playable character in Genshin Impact is voiced by either an emerging voice-over artist or a skilled voice veteran.
In the upcoming update, Anne Yatco will be dubbing the iconic character, Raiden Shogun, in the English version and the first banner of Version 2.1 will be released on September 1 right after the maintenance ends.
ABOUT ANNE YATCO
American-based dubbing artist Anne Yatco is extensively popular for her works on several anime shows such as Jujutsu Kaisen, High-Rise Invasion, and The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter.
EDUCATION
After pursuing graduation in B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University, Anne Yatco attended the California Institute of the Arts, where she graduated with an M.F.A. in Acting.
EXPERIENCE
Anne's journey commenced with working full-time as a forensic scientist and doing accident reconstruction for a private company for several years.
After a considerable time, Anne realized that her heart lies in acting and comedy, and she can't see herself in any other industry. Following this, she carried out several performances in theatres all over the world, including the Kennedy Center, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and Zhongguancun International Musical Festival.
More than her role as a theatrical actor, Anne has bestowed her fantastic voice-over skills to a number of popular video game characters such as Naraka Bladepoint, Epic Seven, Guardian Tales, Shadowverse, Wasteland 3, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Vindictus, and Dragon Nest.
Apart from this, in her most recent experience, Anne had successfully nourished her insatiable voice-over passion by representing Nobara Kugisaki, one of the most celebrated characters in Jujutsu Kaisen. Other than this, she also holds significant contributions to other anime shows, including High-Rise Invasion, The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter, BNA, Better Than Us, Always a Witch, Penguin Highway, and a lot more.
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Almost every person is obsessed with something, and Anne is no exception. While she's not at work, Anne loves all things crafty such as sewing, knitting, crocheting, and making pop-up cards. Most importantly, she has emphasized the word 'naps' in her bio – very important!.
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