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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 7:10 PM
    

Royal2, a player with Sentinels, has been suspended after Halo Championship Series (HCS) officials determined that he had cheated during a tournament qualifier by "geofiltering".

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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 6:00 PM
    

Shovel Knight might be everywhere, but I can't be mad about it. The pixel art hero is back again in a brand new game. This time, however in Shovel knight Pocket Dungeon, the tough shovel-wielding warrior has to solve puzzles to proceed. I assume with a shovel, of course.

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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 5:00 PM
    

This past Thursday, The Game Awards 2021 happened. It was a messy, ad-filled event that did, every once in a while, give out some awards. But before Geoff Keighley was in charge of The Game Awards, he was running Spike TV's Video Game Awards. And in 2011, a decade ago this weekend, his old award show debuted a trailer…

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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 2:45 PM
    

I'd like to go one weekend without having to write or think about NFTs, but apparently, we all live in Hell. I mean, how else do you explain a Ghost Recon NFT helmet that can only be acquired after playing the game for 600 hours?

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PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:21 PM
     New World MMO interview:

New World's release was just over two months ago. It set an absurdly high concurrent player count in the process, with a peak of 913,000. However, the game's first weeks haven't been smooth sailing. Post-launch patches fixed some issues, but introduced several bugs and exploits to the game, requiring rapid intervention and downtime - and in some cases, emergency solutions like disabling trade and rolling back servers.

There has been a sharp decline in the game's active playerbase since launch, but as Amazon Games contend with these unforeseen issues and player feedback, the team is also focused on adding new content and expanding the MMO's world. The first major post-launch update, Into The Void, landed halfway through November, and there's plenty more planned for the coming months, including a New World winter festival.

Following the Into The Void update, we spoke to New World game director Scot Lane to find out more about the team's post-launch priorities, weathering the storm of bugs and exploits, and how Aeternum may change as New World establishes itself as one of the top MMOs around.

RELATED LINKS: New World system requirements, New World beginner's guide, New World review

PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:11 PM
     Here's what the most expensive Steam Deck case looks like

Valve's handheld gaming console the Steam Deck is almost here, and the team has already begun showing off the various carry cases and boxes the gaming PC will come with. Now it's the turn of the Steam Deck 512GB model - the most expensive version - and the exclusive case customers will be getting for their money.

Despite the release date of the Steam Deck being delayed by two months to February 2022 - and that's just for pre-order customers, let alone anyone trying to buy one now - Valve has already begun sharing looks at the console's packaging. This includes a box featuring a few Portal Easter eggs and the neat carry case it comes with.

Now it's the turn of the most expensive edition of the Steam Deck, the 512GB model - which, as the website notes, features an "exclusive carry case" - which at first glance is similar to the ones that come with the other models. As Valve notes on the reveal page, all Steam Deck cases "are functionally identical" - but the 512GB model features "cosmetic differences".

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:46 PM
    

Alter has made a new figure dedicated to the visual novel Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon available for pre-order.

The post Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon Getting Arcueid Brunestud Figure by Alter appeared first on Twinfinite.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 7:00 PM
    

This season will see Sadao and Emi join forces to... raise a child?

The post The Devil is a Part-Timer Season 2 Release Date Confirmed appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 5:00 PM
    

The two figures will be based on each characters' appearance in the anime adaptation.

The post Made In Abyss Nanachi and Faputa Figures Are In Development appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:00 PM
    

Nyatasha is a former independent streamer and founding member of US-based VTuber group VShojo

The post Nyatasha Nyanners is the First VShojo Nendoroid appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:00 PM
    

They will appear in capsule toy machines around Japan from December 2021.

The post Demon Slayer Mugen Train Capsule Toys to Appear appeared first on Siliconera.


WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:19 PM
     German developer Monokel are the new kids on the block, entering the fray with their first project, White Shadows. These are probably the game's I hate reviewing the most because criticising any new developer trying to enter the scene with something cool and different feels like running up to a child and punching them in the kidney. But as I always I write reviews with the player in mind, not the developer. White Shadows is certainly unique and a hell of a debut for a new company in many regards. It shows incredible artistic strength. The gameplay just isn't up to par, however. So let's jump into this.

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 4:23 PM
     Hello fellow gamers. itch.io holds a new giveaway for Moonshot Plan. This is what they say. Get Moonshot Plan for FREE! A few words about Moonshot Plan Gameplay Last minute notes Login with your itch.io account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. So what are you waiting for? Click on the button below to get you started. It couldn't be any easier! Eager for more? for...

Dec 12, 14:00


Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:40 PM
    

Have you been wondering what ol' Peter Molyneux has been up to lately? Well, in a move that very few will find surprising, the infamous designer is jumping into the world of blockchain gaming and NFT bullshit. His next game, Legacy, is built entirely around the technology and "crypto gaming."

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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 11:00 AM
    

The year of our lord 2021 blessed us with a stacked year of mondo cool anime, especially during the winter and fall seasons. Like a goudere Moses descending the Hokage Rock to deliver the good word to the people, it's my turn as the otaku of Kotaku to present my favorite anime of the year. Here's a list of 11 anime…

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Kotaku Sunday, December 12, 2021 11:00 AM
    

Hello! It's time for Kotaku's Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon.

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PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:11 PM
     Here's what the most expensive Steam Deck case looks like

Valve's handheld gaming console the Steam Deck is almost here, and the team has already begun showing off the various carry cases and boxes the gaming PC will come with. Now it's the turn of the Steam Deck 512GB model - the most expensive version - and the exclusive case customers will be getting for their money.

Despite the release date of the Steam Deck being delayed by two months to February 2022 - and that's just for pre-order customers, let alone anyone trying to buy one now - Valve has already begun sharing looks at the console's packaging. This includes a box featuring a few Portal Easter eggs and the neat carry case it comes with.

Now it's the turn of the most expensive edition of the Steam Deck, the 512GB model - which, as the website notes, features an "exclusive carry case" - which at first glance is similar to the ones that come with the other models. As Valve notes on the reveal page, all Steam Deck cases "are functionally identical" - but the 512GB model features "cosmetic differences".

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:23 PM
     Alien meets BioShock horror Scorn will be out in a year's time

It's been a long time since we've heard anything on Scorn, the horror FPS inspired by the twisted works of Alien movie designer H.R. Giger. Finally, the Kickstarter-backed atmospheric shooter has had its release date confirmed - but it won't be out until October 2022.

Nightmarish horror adventure Scorn was announced all the way back in November 2014, suffered an unsuccessful Kickstarter, re-announced in 2016 before going to Kickstarter once again in 2017, where it raised €192,487 - over €40K more than its goal. Aside from an impressive gameplay demo running on next-gen hardware in 2020, there hasn't been much on Scorn leaking out - let alone a possible release date.

Now, finally, developer Ebb Software has confirmed exactly when players are going to be able to experience the gross, fleshy world of Scorn - and it might not be as soon as anyone hoped. In Ebb's latest Kickstarter update, the team confirms that Scorn will be officially launching in October 2022 - eight years after it was originally announced.


PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 11:06 AM
     Evil Dead: The Game is bringing back more of the series' original actors

Evil Dead: The Game is apparently bringing back a few more of the original actors from the classic 1981 movie. According to series star Bruce Campbell, the actors behind The Evil Dead's Cheryl Williams and Scotty are returning to voice their characters in the game - over 40 years later.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of The Evil Dead, the original movie in the horror franchise directed by Sam Raimi (Spider-Man, Doctor Strange 2). While sadly the upcoming Evil Dead: The Game was forced to miss its release in 2021 due to various reasons, it'll apparently be bringing back multiple classic actors from the series' 40-year history.

Leading man Bruce Campbell as Ash Williams was always on board - he accidentally announced the game early, after all - and it's been previously confirmed that both Ray Santiago (Pablo Bolivar) and Dana DeLorenzo (Kelly Maxwell) from the recent Ash vs Evil Dead TV series would be reprising their roles too. Now it seems like two more actors from the original 1981 movie are coming back too.


PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 9:58 AM
     Rainbow Six-like Ready or Not is hitting early access this month

While Ubisoft's Rainbow Six: Siege goes from strength to strength, many fans may be hungering for the classic Rainbow Six or SWAT tactical FPS vibes that Ready or Not is planning to provide. Now, four and half years since it was announced, Ready or Not's early access release has been confirmed as coming this month.

Ready or Not is tactical FPS made as a spiritual successor to classic Rainbow Six and SWAT games which was announced way back in May 2017. Developed by VOID Interactive, earlier this year it was announced that Ready or Not would be published by Team 17 - as well as confirmed that it would launch in Steam Early Access first.

Cut to now, and VOID Interactive has finally confirmed that Ready or Not will hit early access this month - albeit, by the sounds of it, a little earlier than the team would've liked. While an early "supporter edition" of Ready of Not has already been released, VOID apparently couldn't persuade Steam to provide more keys for this version of the game without going live - so that's what the team is going to do.


PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 7:44 AM
     The first Halo Infinite Slayer playlist is coming this week

After a lot of feedback and criticism - some constructive, some not - Halo Infinite multiplayer will be adding dedicated Slayer playlists this week. The first Halo Infinite Slayer playlist will be available as soon as this Tuesday, December 14, and will include four variants - with more to come "in a future update".

Halo Infinite's multiplayer side surprise-launched in beta back in November to general acclaim, but there's been growing criticism about several features - or the lack of them, in the case of dedicated Slayer-focused playlists. Earlier this month, 343 Industries community staff confirmed that Slayer playlists were indeed being worked on and were being pushed to arrive "before the end of the year".

In a new update this weekend, community director Ske7ch confirmed that four new playlists - Slayer, Fiesta, Free-For-All, and Tactical Slayer (SWAT) - would all be added via a game update this coming Tuesday, December 14. The first Slayer playlist will be a straightforward one as more advanced options won't be "ready in time to deploy before the holiday break".

RELATED LINKS: Halo Infinite release date, Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite ranks

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Sunday, December 12, 2021 8:00 AM
    

Alright warrior. You lived a good life. Now it's time to open this frosty, Viking-y door on the Advent Calendar and see what awaits you in the afterlife. Purgatory? Oh no!

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Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:13 PM
    

Third-party developers had multiple releases and reveals to share today for Microsoft Flight Simulator add-ons, including aircraft and airports.

The post Microsoft Flight Simulator Tupolev Tu-134 Gets New Video; Cessna 310 & Cardiff Airport Get Screenshots; Palm Springs & Sentani Released appeared first on Twinfinite.


Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 11:07 AM
    

DMM and CyberAgent released the first trailer of the upcoming PuraOre! Smile Princess game for iOS, Android, and PC.

The post PuraOre! Smile Princess Ice Hockey Mobile Game Gets First Trailer appeared first on Twinfinite.


Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 10:19 AM
    

Today Granblue fantasy developer hosted the second day of Granblue Fantasy Fes 2021, revealing more news about the mobile game.

The post Granblue Fantasy Reveals Uma Musume Collaboration, New Classes, & More; 8th Anniversary Event Teased appeared first on Twinfinite.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:00 PM
    

They will appear in capsule toy machines around Japan from December 2021.

The post Demon Slayer Mugen Train Capsule Toys to Appear appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 11:30 AM
    

Thankfully, Piplup does calm down in the latter half of the video.

The post Official Pokemon ASMR Video of Piplup is Quite Loud appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 10:00 AM
    

Aniplex will kick off the FGO Christmas 2021 event on December 14, 2021.

The post FGO Christmas 2021 Brings Santa Nightingale and Saber Astolfo appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 9:30 AM
    

The Genshin Impact character demo video for Itto not only shows off his moveset, but offers some backstory about him and his Geo vision.

The post Genshin Impact Itto Video Explains How He Lost (and Found) His Vision appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 9:01 AM
    

With Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, you get a puzzle game with roguelike elements. Which means each run can feel rewarding and satisfying.

The post Review: Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is Easy to Dig Into appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 8:00 AM
    

Terada helped develop and produce Super Robot Wars games for almost three decades.

The post Super Robot Wars Series Producer Takanobu Terada Has Left Bandai Namco appeared first on Siliconera.


Destructoid Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:00 PM
    

Who ya gonna call? This week's Arcade Archives release takes us back to the very early days of one of...

The post Relive the dawn of dungeon crawling with Arcade Archives' Dragon Buster appeared first on Destructoid.


Destructoid Sunday, December 12, 2021 9:00 AM
    

Shovel Fighter More Shovel Knight? Sure, why not, they've earned it! After Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, I'd welcome more spinoffs....

The post Review: Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon appeared first on Destructoid.


WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:19 PM
     German developer Monokel are the new kids on the block, entering the fray with their first project, White Shadows. These are probably the game's I hate reviewing the most because criticising any new developer trying to enter the scene with something cool and different feels like running up to a child and punching them in the kidney. But as I always I write reviews with the player in mind, not the developer. White Shadows is certainly unique and a hell of a debut for a new company in many regards. It shows incredible artistic strength. The gameplay just isn't up to par, however. So let's jump into this.

Dec 12, 07:00


PCGamesN Sunday, December 12, 2021 6:36 AM
     Phasmophobia update adds a

The Phasmophobia Cursed Possessions v0.5.0 update has now launched and alongside the titular items, the patch brings with it a new "elusive, mysterious, copycat ghost" - and a far more seasonal surprise. Be good for goodness sake, because Santa Claus has come to town.

Phasmophobia has been teasing its new Christmas update for a while now, with talk of Summoning Circles and even Tarot cards. The full Cursed Possessions update is out now, which brings Phasmophobia up to version 0.5.0 and adds five of these sanity-draining items that can help or hinder the player - including a Music Box that ghosts sing to, a Haunted Mirror, and a Tortured Voodoo Doll.

In a surprising move, Kinetic Games has also added a tricky new ghost-type called The Mimic, which the journal describes as an "elusive, mysterious, copycat ghost". It mirrors the traits of other spirits and other than Ghost Orbs there is no easy way to identify it - using the evidence provided it's more a matter of working out what it's not, which is extra hard with the new Nightmare difficulty.

RELATED LINKS: The best horror games on PC, The best VR games

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Sunday, December 12, 2021 6:00 AM
    

Sundays are for using those three-step curry kits and feeling like a gourmet chef. Before you add the herbs, let's read this week's best writing about games.

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Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:40 AM
    

Today, during the celebrations for the second day of the Granblue Fantasy Fes, Cygames shared news about its JRPG Granblue Fantasy Relink.

The post Granblue Fantasy Relink Gets Spectacular New Trailer; Release in 2022 Confirmed for PS5, PS4, and PC appeared first on Twinfinite.


Twinfinite Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:10 AM
    

During the celebrations for the second day of the Granblue Fantasy Fes, Cygames shared news about its fighting game Granblue Fantasy Versus.

The post Granblue Fantasy Versus Reveals Avatar Belial DLC & Vira Gameplay With New Trailer appeared first on Twinfinite.


Siliconera Sunday, December 12, 2021 7:00 AM
    

Visit the sky world in 2022!

The post Granblue Fantasy Relink Comes to PC and PlayStation in 2022 appeared first on Siliconera.


Destructoid Sunday, December 12, 2021 5:00 AM
    

It's nice to have the Chief back So I've talked about my extensive history with Halo already in our Halo Infinite multiplayer...

The post Review: Halo Infinite appeared first on Destructoid.


Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 3:11 AM
     What's up folks? Giveaway Of The Day holds a new giveaway for Dreamscapes: Nightmare's Heir. Let's hear them out. Dreamscapes: Nightmare's Heir is available as a Giveaway of the day!You have limited time to download, install and register it. A few words about Dreamscapes: Nightmare's Heir Exclusive offer from Giveaway of the Day and ToomkyGames! No third-party adverti...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     What's up folks? We have another remarkable offer from itch.io for Primrose. Their message follows. Get Primrose for FREE! A few words about Primrose "I'll be good to you" Last minute notes Login with your itch.io account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. Still here? Click on the button below to get you started. It's that easy! And keep in ...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     Hello all. itch.io is giving you the opportunity to win on Into The Dark. This is what they say. Get Into The Dark for FREE! A few words about Into The Dark Into The Dark, is a third-person perspective Psychological horror/survival game inspired by games like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. It puts you in the shoes of a thief, who in hope of finding something EXTRAORDINARY enters the Quinson V...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     What's up folks? itch.io is giving everyone the opportunity to win on The Yellow Rose Motel. This is what they say. Get The Yellow Rose Motel for FREE! A few words about The Yellow Rose Motel Check in. Sleep. DREAM. Last minute notes Login with your itch.io account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. Isn't that great news or what? Click on the button below to ...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     Hello all. itch.io holds a new giveaway for Dawn of Dark Blood. Read on for their offering. Get Dawn of Dark Blood for FREE! A few words about Dawn of Dark Blood Will he survive? Will he Shoot? Will you SHOOT? Last minute notes Login with your itch.io account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. Isn't that great news or what? Click on the button below to get you star...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     Hello all. itch.io is giving all the chance to win on A night at Sea. This is what they say. Get A night at Sea for FREE! A few words about A night at Sea Can you survive a night at the heart of the dark, cold sea? Last minute notes Login with your itch.io account, follow the on-screen instructions to add it to your library. So hustle. Click on the button below to get you started. As simple as tha...

Pivotal Gamers Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:20 AM
     Hello fellow gamers. We have another remarkable offer from itch.io for The Field Trip Murders. Read on for their offering. Get The Field Trip Murders for FREE! A few words about The Field Trip Murders "The Field Trip Murders" is a "serial killer-themed" survival horror. A simple school trip turns into a nightmare when a stranger decides to join in!" Last minute notes ...

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, December 11, 2021 6:27 PM
    

The Sniper Elite series has found a comfortable 7/10 groove, ploughing the territory halfway between Hitman and Call Of Duty and planting seeds by letting you shoot the bollocks off a Nazi. The next in the series was officially revealed during this week's Game Awards, and you can find the first trailer below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, December 11, 2021 5:52 PM
    

Final Fantasy VII Remake is finally headed to PC on December 16th, as announced during The Game Awards. That's great news, but there's a catch: Square Enix are selling it at the next-gen console price of £65/$70/€80.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, December 11, 2021 5:29 PM
    

This happened a couple of days ago, but we probably shouldn't let it pass unremarked. After three years of R&D, the Epic Games Store has added a shopping cart.

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Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 8:30 PM
    

The title will be "War of the Ruby Pop."

The post Granblue Fantasy New Main Story Quest Teased appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 8:15 PM
    

Good Smile Company showed off the unpainted Undertale Nendoroid prototypes for both Sans and Papyrus. The brothers appeared together.

The post Undertale Sans and Papyrus Nendoroid Prototypes Shown appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 7:30 PM
    

He will appear on rate-up alongside Barbara and Xiangling.

The post Genshin Impact Gorou Will Work as a Geo Specific Support appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 7:00 PM
    

Good Smile Company is still working on the Hades Zagreus Nendoroid and shared an unpainted prototype of the upcoming figure.

The post Here's How the Hades Zagreus Nendoroid is Looking appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 6:30 PM
    

Good Smile Company announced its first Skullgirls Nendoroid, and the first character to join the roster will be Valentine.

The post First Skullgirls Nendoroid Will Be Valentine appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 6:30 PM
    

Good Smile Company announced that it is now working on a Shantae Nendoroid, though there's no prototype for her figure just yet.

The post Shantae Nendoroid is Getting Ret-2-Go appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 6:00 PM
    

Good Smile Company revealed Burn the Witch figure prototypes for Ninny Spangcole and Noel Niihashi. Each one is wearing a swimsuit.

The post Burn the Witch Ninny and Noel Figure Prototypes Appear appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, December 11, 2021 5:30 PM
    

The unpainted prototype of the Doki Doki Literature Club Monika Nendoroid appeared, offering an idea of how the figure will look.

The post Doki Doki Literature Club Monika Nendoroid Prototype Shared appeared first on Siliconera.


Destructoid Saturday, December 11, 2021 5:00 PM
    

The Duke boys would love to see these cars fly Throughout the years, we have seen many poor attempts made...

The post Review: Rocket League Sideswipe appeared first on Destructoid.