Kotaku Friday, April 8, 2022 11:35 AM  Borderlands games are always best enjoyed with friends, so it's a bummer that players of the latest entry, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, have had to fly solo—at least, if they're trying to play online, or make use of the ballyhooed crossplay feature. For the past two weeks, the latest in Gearbox's series of loot-shooters… |
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Kotaku Friday, April 8, 2022 7:00 AM  This week, Japan lost a legend. Nikkei Asia reports that famed manga creator Fujiko A. Fujio died on Thursday morning at his home in Tokyo's Kawasaki. He was 88. |
Kotaku Friday, April 8, 2022 6:14 AM  In the past few years, there has been a small, yet increasing number of gaming-themed sakes. A handful of sake breweries have embraced video games to sell their booze. The latest? The Nakagawa Shuzo sake brewery in Tottori, Japan. |
Kotaku Friday, April 8, 2022 6:00 AM  There are approximately 40,000 playable characters and ships in the new Lego Star Wars game. (Editor's note: No, there's only like 350.) But most of them are locked when you start, and while completing all of the story missions will unlock some of these heroes and villains in The Skywalker Saga, you'll still need to… |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 11:57 AM  Knocking a few blocks off of Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga size is fairly easy, and you could trim your install by 8GB. While the sci-fi parody adventure shouldn't brick up your gaming SSD or hard drive, shrinking its file size could help if you've got a particularly chonky Steam library. The Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga size sits at around 40GB on Steam, but if you're happy to delete some of the game's extra language dubs, you can reduce it down to 32GB. Sure, 8GB isn't much by today's standards, but every byte of space counts if you're trying to squeeze the space opera crossover onto the same drive as Call of Duty: Warzone. Before diving into The Skywalker Saga install folder, it's important to consider the risks of tinkering with files. While removing extra audio files shouldn't break the game, you'll still want to be extra careful, as you could end up deleting something important. If this happens, you might need to download Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga from Steam again or use Valve's storefront to verify the integrity your files. RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 11:48 AM  While most of us will need to wait a while longer before we get our hands on the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D CPU, it appears one lucky outlet is already putting team red's new flagship through its paces. Now, XanxoGaming (via Videocardz) has shared some gaming benchmark data that places the chip comfortably ahead of its main competition, the Intel Core i9-12900KF. XanxoGaming tested the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and the 12900KF in Shadow of the Tomb Raider, running the game at 720p to mitigate any potential GPU bottlenecks. Their tests find that the AMD chip produces average frame rates around 22% higher than its rival, lending some credit to the notion that it could very well be "the world's fastest gaming CPU." It's currently unclear how this will scale to higher resolutions, but it does show that the 3D V-Cache technology on the Ryzen 7 5800X3D helps to make this AMD's best gaming CPU ever. That said, the Intel Core i9-12900KS looms large on the horizon, and higher core clocks could see it create a new processor performance ceiling. RELATED LINKS: Zen 4 CPUs - everything we know, RDNA 3 GPUs - everything we know, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 10:45 AM  What are the best Rimworld mods? Rimworld is a colony management game with a very simple premise - you must ensure the survival of a ragtag bunch of colonists, each with their own randomly generated skills, backstories, and idiosyncrasies. Depending on the AI storyteller settings, your experience might fall anywhere between 'wholesome farming sim' and 'relentless cascade of disaster'. There are plenty of Rimworld mods out there to add extras and quality of life tweaks to your playthroughs. Some of them are basic improvements that let you organise your colony better or become more efficient, some add brand new mechanics like hygiene and children, and there are a few that completely transform the game by adding magic or space exploration. We recommend trying the mod-free experience first, and gradually adding mods once you've tucked a couple of vanilla Rimworld colonies under your belt, and moved on emotionally from the harrowing tales that have emerged from your adventures. Like that time one of your ailing colonists passed away and your doctor immediately fed their corpse to the other patient, or when everyone got food poisoning on a cross country road trip and the only upright colonist, who had sworn never to do violence, was mauled to death by a mad squirrel. RELATED LINKS: The best Rimworld mods, The best games like Rimworld and Dwarf Fortress, RimWorld multiplayer guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 10:15 AM  The upcoming Nvidia RTX 4080 could be the best graphics card money can buy, especially if you find the potential price of the RTX 4090 offputting. While it won't be top in terms of spec, the RTX 3080 successor should still offer enthusiast levels of performance that stretch beyond the boundaries of mid-tier options. PC gamers may feel pessimistic about grabbing an RTX 4080 graphics card later this year, as it's widely believed that GPU and CPU shortages will persist until 2023. To get ahead of the manufacturing curve, Nvidia has reportedly spent $10 billion securing RTX 4000 series components, which might translate to increased launch availability. The green team is also gunning to smooth out manufacturing, as TSMC will replace Samsung as the company's sole chip fabricator. Chip politics and manufacturing mumbo-jumbo aside, you're probably eager to learn more about Nvidia's next-gen graphics card. To help shallow the waters of the speculation sea, we've gathered everything we know so far about RTX 4090 price, release date, specs, and benchmarks, as it may be the GPU for you. RELATED LINKS: RTX 4000 - everything we know, GeForce Now RTX 3080 review, Best graphics card |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 9:46 AM  Looking for Roblox promo codes? There are all sorts of promo codes from Roblox events and giveaways out there, that grant you free virtual goods like clothes and items. No need to fork out cash for accessories; new codes are added all the time, so you can keep your Roblox character looking fresh. Codes won't hang around forever, though - they're only valid for a limited time, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you discover one you haven't used yet. Redeeming them is simple - log in to the Roblox website and navigate to their promo codes page, where you can enter your code, and the item will automatically be added to your account straight away. Promo codes aren't the only source of free items, though; you can also find free Roblox stuff in the avatar shop. There are far too many to list, but there are hundreds of items available for nothing: simply click the 'get' button next to their catalog listing to add them to your account. Be sure to check back here regularly, as we'll update this page whenever new Roblox promo codes are released. RELATED LINKS: Best Roblox games, Is Roblox shutting down?, Best Minecraft seeds |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 9:30 AM  Minecraft's version of Elden Ring is here, and it's amazing. Marrying up these two titans of gaming seems like an impossible task, but thanks to the power of modding, and one very committed YouTuber, it's now a reality. What's more, it's easy enough to do it yourself. The YouTuber in question is AsianHalfSquat, who does a lot of Minecraft mod videos highlighting the great work that the community is doing in the building game. This time around, it wasn't one mod they were highlighting, but over 40. In the video, AsianHalfSquat goes over each of the mods they've chosen in detail, explaining why they've been picked, any minor tweaks you may need to make, or any potential issues they can cause. It's a lot to take in, but it's worth watching the video if only to understand just how titanic this undertaking is. If you fancy it yourself, you can find the Shattered Ring mod pack at the link. RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 9:09 AM  Looking for help with Lost Ark ability stones? Ability stones are part of the engravings system in Lost Ark. For a full explanation of the mechanic, you can take a look at our Lost Ark engravings guide, but to summarise, engravings are passive effects that have three different tiers of potency. To activate each tier you must accumulate a particular number of engraving points - five for tier one, ten for tier two, and fifteen for tier three. You encounter engravings as you level up in Lost Ark, but it's not until the endgame - after level 50 - that they really come into play. This is when you can acquire items that earn you a significant amount of engraving points, including the Lost Ark ability stones, dropped from endgame raids and dungeons. They generate with two random combat engravings and one random negative, or 'malus', engraving. However, ability stones don't provide any engraving points until they are faceted. The faceting process is a little complicated and relies on luck, although you can maximise your chances of getting more engraving points if you're smart about it. Here's everything you need to know about faceting ability stones in Lost Ark. RELATED LINKS: Best MMOS and MMORPGs on PC, Upcoming PC games, Best fantasy games on PC |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 8:39 AM  Cooling your gaming PC might seem like a simple process, but nothing quite compares to the best PC fans. Sure, you could chuck any old blower inside your PC case, but your components can't run the most demanding games at a decent frame rate if they're hampered by what's known as thermal throttling - heating up enough to underperform but not too much that your PC will shut down. Sticking with a set of Noctua, be quiet, Cooler Master, or Thermaltake fans is a surefire way to ensure your gaming RAM, SSDs, and motherboard feel the cold breeze when they can't cool themselves. While we can separate the best PC fans from the duds, you'll still need to ask yourself a bunch of questions before chucking your money at your gaming monitor. Do you want the coolest components possible or a silent PC, as this is often the trade-off you'll need to make? Are you attaching the fans to the radiator of an AIO cooler, the heatsink of an air cooler, or straight to your chassis? And what size fans do you need? Once you're sure everything's compatible, you'll need to consider the amount of air your case takes in versus how much it exhausts. Ideally, you'll want either the same amount or more air coming into your case, but we'll run through everything you need to know after presenting you with our selection of the best PC fans. RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:51 AM  If you've ever looked into becoming a Twitch streamer, you'll know that finding the right accessories isn't always easy. Not only do the best microphones and webcams come at a premium price point, but pairing your choices with the right tripods, mic arms, and lighting requires careful research. While well-known brands like Logitech, Elgato, and Razer make exceptional products, few companies provide an all-in-one solution that includes everything you need to stream online. Enter Streamplify – an affordable new range of gaming PC gear that aims to kit out budding content creators with a complete streaming setup. Developed by Pro Gamers Group, the same company responsible for brands like Noblechairs, Streamplify provides both tools and knowledge to aspiring creators and streamers. At a glance, the range appears to be an array of budget accessories that cost significantly less than branded alternatives. This is certainly the case, but each product goes beyond cheap and cheerful by packing respectable specs and additional extras that will save you heading to Google in a panic. Streamplify kindly let me try out its complete bundle, which includes an RGB microphone, 1080p webcam, two ring lights, and a green screen. It's worth noting that while I've dabbled with streaming Steam games in the past, I actually felt empowered to get back into Twitch content creation. In fact, even though I'm certainly not going to be the next Pokemaine, both the range's accessories and easy setup helped me feel more confident and effectively re-opened the door to a previously shelved hobby. RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:21 AM  Ever wanted to get into games journalism? Then you'll want to either attend or watch W.A.S.D, London's all-new games show. At 16:00 BST on Friday, April 8th, a panel of writers from some of the UK media's leading sites will offer advice for aspiring games journalists. PCGamesN Editor Richard Scott-Jones will be joined by colleagues Jen Rothery and Joe Robinson, as well as GAMINGbible's Imogen Donovan. Each of the panel has had very different routes into the business and a range of experiences since starting, and their sites approach games coverage in different ways, so the panel promises a rich mix of insight. In a little preview of that advice, Scott-Jones urges applicants not to be deterred by the industry's competitiveness. "We do get a lot of applicants for every vacancy because it's an enjoyable job, but for the same reason, a lot of those applicants tend to be aspirational. You'd be surprised how much you can stand out just by getting the basics right," Scott-Jones says. RELATED LINKS: Best indie games, What is W.A.S.D.?, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:02 AM  Wondering how to activate the mechanism in Genshin Impact? The Genshin Impact 2.6 update has arrived, bringing with it plenty of new content, including Ayato, Ayaka's brother, a new Genshin Impact character on the current Genshin Impact banner - and a brand new area called the Chasm. Down in these mysterious underground mines, there are a series of tasks you are asked to undertake as part of a world quest chain called 'The Chasm Delvers'. One of these quests, titled 'The Heavenly Stone's Debris', requires you to talk to Zhiqiong and then activate the mechanism in the Chasm. There are three mechanisms you must activate to progress further. However, some players are having trouble activating these mechanisms due to the mysterious purple slime in the way. You can remove this slime using the Lumenstone Adjuvant gadget, but you must first upgrade the gadget to level two. Here's everything you need to know in order to activate the mechanism in the Chasm in Genshin Impact. RELATED LINKS: Play Genshin Impact for free, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:01 AM  Looking for Yelan ascension materials in Genshin Impact? This new Genshin Impact character was officially announced recently on the RPG games' official Twitter account, but since then character data has leaked from a beta build of the 2.7 update. We may not know when the Yelan banner release date is, but we do know what her abilities should be and, more importantly, we know what Yelan ascension materials we're likely to need to bust through the level cap and reach her full potential. That is, provided she doesn't gamble everything away first! Note that one key component for Yelan is found in the new Chasm area, so make sure you waste no time in unlocking its secrets. If you're taking the time to upgrade the best Genshin Impact characters on your team, we've got plenty more ascension material guides now for the likes of Raiden Shogun, Ayato, and even Venti. Below you'll find everything you need to know about Yelan's character ascension materials, talent ascension materials, and then specific guidance on where to find each of the items you need to ascend this ranged warrior. However, as this information is based on data reported from the beta, bear in mind there is a possibility it could change upon release. RELATED LINKS: Play Genshin Impact for free, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 6:50 AM  YouTuber Alastair 'Ali-A' Aiken is revealing all the details on an upcoming, unannounced project tomorrow (April 9) at the inaugural W.A.S.D games show. You can catch all the details live at the Tobacco Docks in London or through a Twitch link we'll share below. The prolific content creator is set to appear at the PCGamesN Theatre for a fireside chat at 11am BST, where he'll also talk about his career and how content creators can make a name for themselves in a highly competitive space. We're tapping up our sister site and streamer specialist The Loadout to host this one, with staff writer Aaron Down set to join Aiken on stage. Aiken has been on the YouTube scene for a while now. His main channel on the platform has 17.5 million subscribers at the time of writing, though he has other accounts that boast subscribers counts in the millions. He plays oodles of things, though you'll often find him creating content around Call of Duty and Fortnite or uploading vlogs. RELATED LINKS: Best indie games, What is W.A.S.D.?, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:36 AM  For those looking to take the power of a desktop gaming PC with them on their travels, the best gaming laptop is an easy all-in-one solution. In fact, innovations in the space have not only made these mobile machines slimmer but faster too, with minimal compromises to performance in many cases. If you're looking for the best gaming laptop with top-of-the-line specs, keep an eye out for 12th Gen Intel Core or AMD Ryzen 6000 processors. These chips are the latest best gaming CPUs from their respective companies, promising increased performance and efficiency compared to previous generations. Of course, these aren't the only components you should prioritise, as you'll want the best graphics card you can afford to drive all the pretty pixels on your new laptop's display. While gaming RAM and storage space are important, most models leave room for upgrades, meaning you can future-proof your laptop while prioritising your budget. RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 6:25 AM  With the right NVMe SSD, you'll be able to enjoy faster loading times and all-round enhanced performance - without one, you could spend minutes on end staring at the same loading screen (I hope you like random gameplay tips and historic quotes). If you want to save some serious time and money, you can currently get the Samsung 980 Pro 2TB NVMe solid state drive at $140 off. This Samsung NVMe SSD can deliver read speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s, write speeds of 5,000MB/s, and has a compact M.2 2280 form factor that can easily slot into both laptops and desktops, making it a valuable piece of kit for anybody looking to create the best gaming PC. You shouldn't need any additional thermal control either, because its nickel coating can help to manage its heat levels. It will also give you access to Samsung Magician, a handy piece of software that will help keep your computer running smoothly and healthily. Not only does it monitor the overall health of your PC, but it also helps to protect your data, and optimises performance to ensure that it's not wasting any RAM on applications you might not even be using. RELATED LINKS: Samsung 970 EVO 1TB review, Best SSD for gaming, Best gaming monitor |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 6:15 AM  Searching for more information about Apex Legends Season 13? Datamined leaks are fairly common in Apex Legends, and this season is no exception, as we already have a good idea about what may be coming to the battle royale game. There was a large Apex Legends leak back in March, showing off several legends at different stages of development - we hope to see most of these characters at some point over the next two years, although we still have to wait for them to be officially confirmed We've also found leaks regarding a special type of loot bin in Apex Legends Season 13 which has the potential to drastically change the early game. In addition to some much needed buffs to balance our Apex Legends tier list, we might be introduced to Newcastle, a support legend who may be Bangalore's brother. Out of all the leaked characters, Newcastle has the most complete move set and model which points to him arriving in the near future. There's also a strong chance that a new energy weapon is joining the arsenal of guns in Apex Legends, though it could be held back for a later season. Here's everything we know about Apex Legends Season 13, including rumours about Newcastle, the new energy weapon, and much more. RELATED LINKS: Apex Legends characters guide, Apex Legends skins, Apex Legends map guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 4:57 AM  Looking for Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes? A chance to get even better loot returns, something fans of previous Borderlands games will be familiar with. Shift codes can be used to obtain Skeleton Keys which unlock premium in-game loot such as Tiny Tina's Wonderlands legendary weapons to suit your chosen Tiny Tina's Wonderlands class and playstyle. You can redeem Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes either through the Shift tab in the in-game social menu or at the Shift Gearbox Software website - you need to navigate to the mail section to redeem the key. Redeeming a Shift code rewards you with a Skeleton Key, which you can use to unlock the Skeleton Chest for rewards. This chest can be found at the foot of the castle underneath the statue in Brighthoof. Here are all the active Shift codes in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands. New Shift codes will become available through Tiny Tina's Wonderlands social accounts, so keep an eye on Gearbox accounts, but we'll be sure to keep this guide updated with the latest Shift codes as they're announced. RELATED LINKS: Tiny Tina's Wonderlands review, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands legendary weapons, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands best builds |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 4:47 AM  League of Legends patch 12.7 notes are starting to make their way onto the PBE, folks. While LoL patch 12.6 has only just been released, Riot Games is wasting no time getting to work on what's next for the MOBA game. The 12.6 update has plenty to keep you occupied while Riot works on the next patch. The fashion-conscious among us have some new LoL Anima Squad skins to check out, which may be good news if you're a fan of Vayne, Miss Fortune, or Jinx. Rengar has also got a pretty hefty rework, while Hecarim has got some much-needed nerfs to rein them in a tad. We're a good way into the PBE for patch 12.7, so we've got a decent glimpse at what's coming our way. Riot has revealed that we're getting Arcane skins for Ahri, Xayah, Rakan, Ryze, and Hecarim, which essentially gives the LoL champions a warm red glow and some new duds. You've also got heaps of champion changes to eyeball. RELATED LINKS: Best LoL Champions , League of Legends patch 12.4 notes, LoL tier list |
PCGamesN Friday, April 8, 2022 7:16 AM  Want to know about Elden Ring classes? At the very beginning of your adventure in this highly rated open-world game, you get the chance to choose a class for your character, known in-game as their 'origin'. This choice determines your starting level and attributes, which will form the core of your future Elden Ring build. The question of which is the best Elden Ring class is entirely subjective. While each class has a certain playstyle associated with it, in addition to their own starting Elden Ring weapons and other gear, the RPG game's leveling system is free-form so in the long run your choice won't matter as much. That said, we can make some recommendations for classes suited to newer players. We've put together the ultimate guide on Elden Ring classes, including starting attributes and gear, as well as what options you have in terms of a starting keepsake. Just know that no matter what option you pick, you're probably going to die a lot. Enjoy. RELATED LINKS: Best Elden Ring settings, Elden Ring bosses guide, The best Elden Ring classes |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 11:38 AM  Even with some graphics cards dropping in price, the overall GPU availability situation remains pretty dire. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 and AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT both launched in recent weeks with the aim of reasserting some sanity, and to an extent, they have: while they're not immune to bonkers inflation, they're still relatively affordable, with unusually plentiful stock available. Which, though, is the better buy? Both are 1080p-focused cards on sale for £300 or less, both sit at the bottom of their respective GPU hierarchies (the RTX 30 series and Radeon RX 6000 series), and both support ray tracing, so let's break out the bar chart app and do some comparisons. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 10:33 AM  Medieval city builders that pit you against enormous waves of enemies are clearly having a bit of a moment right now. In the last few months alone, we've endured the cursed nights of Age Of Darkness: Final Stand, called down sky lasers on the hordes of Diplomacy Is Not An Option, and now we've got ORX, a dark fantasy tower defence game that blows all of them out of their ditch water moats with its compelling mix of deckbuilding and real-time strategy. It's not out in full just yet, but its demo got a substantial update this week, adding more levels and a bunch of game-changing cards to the mix that are well worth making a return trip for if you've only ever played the original half-hour version from 2020. I've lost several evenings to it already, and lemme tall ya, RTS turtlers have never had it so good. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 10:05 AM  When we were putting together our most anticipated games of 2022 list back in January, there was one game I knew had to be on it: Mojiken Studio's A Space For The Unbound. It's a slice of life adventure about two Indonesian high school students set in the late 90s, and the demo (which has recently been expanded to include the first chapter in addition to its short prologue) instantly captivated me when I first played it a couple of years ago. There are some light supernatural elements that will be instantly familiar to anyone who's watched the films of Japanese anime directors Makoto Shinkai and Mamoru Hosoda (including a giant, ominous Your Name-style comet, no less), but for the most part this is a much more grounded game than Mojiken have made in the past, such as the fantastical point and click puzzlers She And The Light Bearer and When The Past Was Around. Indeed, the only game in their back catalogue that has a recognisable, real-life setting is their short, free browser game Banyu Lintar Angin. Born out of an internal game jam project in 2017, Banyu Lintar Angin once again draws inspiration from the studio's home country of Indonesia. It only takes a couple of minutes to play, but speaking with its creator Dimas Novan, it was vital in sowing the seeds for what A Space For The Unbound would eventually become. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 9:30 AM  Everyone knows that making a video game is simply a matter of deciding how much graphics, sound, gameplay, and replayability you want, then clicking the "Make Game" button in Unreal. This process is now even simpler with the launch of Puck, a game-making AI you can download right now and set to work designing brand new video games for you to play. It's the latest gamebot from Mike Cook, the maker of Angelina. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 9:00 AM  Pop your head round the door of a Hardspace: Shipbreaker planning meeting and, according to Blackbird Interactive communications lead Ben Kuchera, you might hear somebody ask: "is that a Blackbird thing, or is it a Lynx thing?" Lynx are Hardspace's overall antagonist, and your employer - an orbital salvaging corporation that essentially enslaves workers by saddling them with a billion-credit on-boarding debt, taking the copyright on your DNA for good measure. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 8, 2022 6:36 AM  Activision Blizzard yesterday announced that they're converting temporary QA staff in the US to full-time employees, with a pay raise and benefits to boot. Worker groups are celebrating this as a victory in their ongoing mission to force the company to improve the workplace. But one group are left out: the Raven QA staff who are currently forming a union. Actiblizz say labour law requires they do this; unions say it's an attempt to punish and divide them. |
Twinfinite Friday, April 8, 2022 11:46 AM Good news, everyone! Halo Infinite Season 2, titled Lone Wolves, has been announced. The new season will hit on May 3. The trailer announcing it is rather short, but there is a lot of action packed into these 26 seconds. If you like watching people get diced up with the Energy Sword, this trailer most […] |
Twinfinite Friday, April 8, 2022 10:58 AM aNCHOR provided news regarding Immortals: Muv-Luv Alternative following its launch and subsequent removal from the stores due to issues. |
Twinfinite Friday, April 8, 2022 9:00 AM Lost Judgment: The Kaito Files DLC on PS4 Last year, Lost Judgment was my game of the year. Its narrative, characters, and gameplay built upon the foundation of the first game to make for a perfect sequel. So when I heard that they were doing a DLC centered around my favorite character in the series, […] |
Twinfinite Friday, April 8, 2022 6:10 AM Rejoice, 007 fans! Yes, Ian Fleming's iconic secret agent is about to storm his way onto Amazon Prime very soon. That's right, the whole back catalog of James Bond's beloved film saga – 25 films in total – will soon be launching onto the popular streaming service. Interestingly, it'll even allegedly feature Daniel Craig's most […] |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 11:30 AM
Back in February 2022, Nintendo announced two Metroid Dread updates were on the way. While one appeared immediately, the other had an April 2022 launch window. Now various Metroid Dread Boss Rush modes are available for the game as part of the 2.1.0 patch. Here's how it works. Once you download the 2.1.0 Metroid Dread update, you immediately could get access to Boss Rush and Practice Mode. If you already beat the game, you can access it. Every boss is available one-after-another in each. Practice Mode is self-explanatory. It involves seeing how the mode works. Boss Rush proper is more strict. Nintendo noted your health won't be restored as you go through fights. However, you will get chances to get more ammunition between each fight. Your goal is to try and defeat all of them. At the end, you'll be told how long it took. There are two additional Boss Rush modes you can unlock in Metroid Dread. If you beat the game on the Dread Mode difficulty level added in February 2022, you can go through Dread Rush. This is a one-hit knockout version of the mode. The other option is Survival Rush. If someone beats the game and Boss Rush, this timed version unlocks. In addition to needing to keep Samus' health up through the 12 fights, you have to finish them all within a certain amount of time. Metroid Dread is available for the Nintendo Switch. The official website shows footage of the Boss Rush modes. The post Metroid Dread Boss Rush Modes Added in 2.1.0 Patch appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 11:00 AM
The 1.03 Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin patch is here and adds a much-requested feature and much-needed fix. Each one is a quality of life issue, with one allowing people to get rewards they deserve. After updating Stranger of Paradise, people can now enable auto-dismantle and take part in multiplayer missions without worrying about the bug that would mean not getting first-time rewards that could prevent proper progression. The Stranger of Paradise multiplayer progression bug is one that could have kept people from getting certain jobs or important items. Prior to the update, this would trigger if someone went through a mission online for the first time with someone else. People won't need to restart to fix the problem. After the update, people can get the missed rewards by playing the mission again. This could presumably be done alone in Stranger of Paradise or in multiplayer mode. As for the new feature, the Stranger of Paradise auto-dismantle option makes it easier to deal with acquired equipment. Prior to 1.03, people would need to dismantle all acquired weapons, armor, and accessories manually. Once the patch is applied, people can enable the feature in settings. You can also further limit items you do grab when playing after the update. In settings, you could choose artifact or five-star-level items. This would mean you get more control about what drops you would pick up. Here are the full 1.03 Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin patch notes from Square Enix.
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC, and its 1.03 patch is out now. The post Stranger of Paradise Auto-Dismantle and Multiplayer Progression Bug Fixed in 1.03 Patch appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 10:30 AM
At Hobonichi's "Lifestyle Enjoyment Exhibition 2022," a free "<Earthbound Department Store will open and sell merchandise like Ness dolls. While the event will begin on April 29, 2022, pre-orders for its items will start on April 11, 2022. The products will appear at a later date via the Hobonichi Earthbound Project site. [Thanks, Game Watch!] The full list of Earthbound merchandise will include:
[gallery columns="9" link="file" ids="923509,923510,923511,923512,923513,923517,923516,923515,923526"] While these products will appear in the online store, the Replica Screen Series Moonside picture and a Mr. Saturn plush will be available only at the Department Store event. [gallery columns="2" link="file" ids="923507,923508"] It has been three years since the last Lifestyle Enjoyment Exhibition. In 2022, over sixty stores will attendance. The Earthbound Department Store section, it will look like Fourside. According to the article, the event will try not to have any blackouts like in the game. The Earthbound Department Store will be open from April 29, 2022 until May 4, 2022. Earthbound and Earthbound Beginnings are immediately available on the Switch for Nintendo Switch Online. The post Earthbound Department Store Merchandise Will Include Ness Dolls appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 10:00 AM
People on another console will get to settle in Olive Town. A Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town PS4 port is on the way. Marvelous and XSEED Games confirmed this will be a worldwide release. In Japan, it will show up on the system on July 28, 2022. Outside Japan, it has a Summer 2022 launch window. There isn't an English announcement trailer for the Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town port yet. However, one accompanied the Japanese reveal. It's a fairly typical introduction to the game. People can see what farming, fishing and mining look like. The various machines used to make materials appear too. After that, members of the cast appear. Even the DLC-exclusive characters show up. The two reveals did differ a little. In Japan, the trailer is for Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Special. That is a 5,980円 (~$48) version that includes the DLC. XSEED's North American announcement didn't mention the DLC. Instead, it brought up a base retail copy for $39.99 and mentioned other options will be available. The Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town PS4 version will appear in Japan on July 28, 2022 and worldwide in Summer 2022. The game originally debuted on the Nintendo Switch worldwide. A PC port followed in 2021. The post Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town PS4 is on the Way appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 9:30 AM
A new mobile card game in Japan will let its players procure physical versions of the cards in real life. Outer Heaven has revealed Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion with Realize series, a 2.5D casual card game mobile app in which players collect points by winning High-Low card games. The game will have a gacha system where players collect random cards based on Code Geass characters, such as Lelouch, Suzaku, and Kallen. Players will be able to request physical versions of the cards by either collecting seven copies of the specific card or obtaining a Realize Ticket. Outer Heaven will then produce the card and deliver it by post domestically in Japan for free. In its press release, Outer Heaven noted that many online social games would no longer have anything preservable when they shut down. With the physical card delivery service, Code Geass with Realize players will still have playable and collectible cards in real life even after the company has eventually pulled the plug. Bandai Namco and Sunrise are celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Code Geass series, which began when the first anime season aired in October 2006. In addition to merchandise, the franchise also has many activities in the mobile game scene. The character-based game Code Geass Genesic Re;Code has been active since October 2021, and Love Live! School Idol Project is also holding a crossover event throughout April 2022. DMM Games will release the mecha battle RPG Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion - Lost Stories for PC and mobile devices in Spring 2022. The Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion with Realize series game will be available for Android and iOS mobile devices in Japan on April 15, 2022. The post Code Geass with Realize Mobile Game Will Also Use Physical Cards appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 7:30 AM
Clouded Leopard announced that Demon Gaze Extra will release for PC worldwide on April 26, 2022. The title will feature Japanese and English audio. Additionally, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and English subtitle options will be available. A Demon Gaze Extra Digital Premium Edition will be available to purchase. It will include the Perfect Gem Set DLC and the Memorial Soundtrack OST. Pre-purchase bonuses include the Healing Staff item and Armor Gem Assortments. The PC version of Demon Gaze Extra will also come with the same quality of life improvements as the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 versions of the game. This includes the retry function, enhanced autopilot feature, and the inclusion of the Machina job. Additionally, upon completing the story, players will be able to acquire unique items and make use of the item synthesis feature. You can watch the Demon Gaze Extra PC trailer below. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u01Yd1_eZcE&ab_channel=CloudedLeopardEntertainmentOfficial[/embed] Demon Gaze Extra is a dungeon crawler that has players traverse 3D mazes as they seek out and defeat demons. Upon defeating the boss of each of these labyrinths, players can obtain unique abilities. Players can also summon demons into battle with them. Demon Gaze Extra is available for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. It will release worldwide for PC on April 26, 2022. The post Demon Gaze Extra Announced for PC appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 7:00 AM
Bandai Namco announced that Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-) will appear in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 as its next DLC character. The next set of DLC content for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will appear sometime in Summer 2022. Alongside this announcement, a trailer was shared that showcases Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-) and the move set he will have in the game. A vote among players was held to determine which character would appear in the title as DLC. Choices included Dyspo, Bergamo, Vegeta (GT), Android 18 (DB Super), and Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-). The trailer reveals that Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-) won the vote, which means he will be the next DLC character in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. You can watch the trailer below. [embed]https://youtu.be/lQg2NkYhSlU[/embed] More than a handful of characters have appeared in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 as DLC content. This has included Caulifla in her Super Saiyan 2 form and Gogeta from DB Super. In November 2021, Bandai Namco revealed that sales for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 had reached 8 million units worldwide. This included physical and digital sales of the title. To celebrate the occasion, a special in-game event was held. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is available on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Google Stadia. Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-) will appear as DLC content that is scheduled to arrive sometime in Summer 2022. The post Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-) is Next Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 DLC Character appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 6:30 AM
Bandai Namco announced that Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 will release for PC. However, a specific date of release has yet to be revealed. That said, Bandai Namco will be hosting two network tests for the title. Additionally, several details about the game have been revealed through its Steam page, specifically concerning cross-play and potential cross-saves. The page also states that updates to the PC version of the game will arrive later than updates for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions. Concerning cross-play and cross-saves, these features will not be available for the PC version. Additionally, events and clan matches will be different between the console and PC versions. However, Bandai Namco has not detailed how these versions will differ. Concerning the Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 network test, it will be held in two sessions. You can check out the schedule for the network test sessions below. Session 1 April 14-April 16, 2022
Session 2 April 21-April 24, 2022
Unlike the first session, the second session will not be split into parts. This means that players will be able to access the network test from April 21, 2022 at the designated time until April 24, 2022. Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 is available for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, and will release for PC sometime in the future. The post Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 PC Release Announced appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 6:00 AM
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin producer Tetsuya Nomura explained the meaning behind the game's use of the Frank Sinatra song "My Way". In addition to some background details involving the game's final scene, Nomura revealed the game's originally intended title. Furthermore, Nomura discussed plans for the game's upcoming DLC. [Thanks, Famitsu!] Editor's Note: Nomura's comments on the song "My Way" may offer spoilers for the game.In an interview with Famitsu, Nomura revealed that he had been listening to the song before production of the game had started, and that it was an important aspect of the game. Nomura described the lyrics of "My Way" as a perfect match to Jack Garland's story and the game's final scene. While the producer had considered using a cover of "My Way", Nomura personally believed that he would not have used the song had it not been Frank Sinatra's original version. Despite starting at the beginning of production, the approval process for using the song reportedly took "a very long time". At one point, Nomura was worried that the team would not be able to use the song and had to come up with an alternative. Similarly, Nomura had actually come up with the game's final scene before Stranger of Paradise had even been conceptualized. Nomura went as far as to say that it "wasn't an exaggeration that Final Fantasy Origin was created specifically for that scene." The producer also revealed that the game was initially supposed to be titled "Stranger of Paradise". It was later changed to include the Final Fantasy title so that people would better recognize its connection to FFI. On the topic of DLC, Nomura revealed that one of the DLC stories will include missions involving the Warrior of Light that appears in the ending scene. The DLC will also add new weapons to the game. Specifically, for the DIFFERENT FUTURES DLC, Nomura points out that the title includes the letters DFF and NT, a possible nod to Dissidia Final Fantasy NT. However, Nomura also states that no one will be able to predict the mission's final boss. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is available on PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. If you're interested in learning more about the game, check out our review. The post Nomura Explains Why He Chose "My Way" for Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 8, 2022 5:30 AM
Square Enix has released the preliminary patch notes for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.1. This includes a list of information concerning content and other features that will arrive with the patch. For example, new hairstyle options for male and female Viera will be available. Alongside this, further customization for Hrothgar will also be added to the game. The Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.1 notes also reveal that certain cosmetic items will no longer be gender locked. Additionally, the preliminary patch notes detail PvP changes and further information about the Crystalline Conflict PvP mode. The patch notes break down how the ranking system will work for PvP, and how players can increase their rank in Crystalline Conflict. Both a Ranked and Casual version of the PvP mode will be available for players. Quick Chat options will also be available. This means players can quickly communicate using a select few emotes during PvP. The patch notes also reveal that several dungeons have been added to Explorer Mode. This mode allows players to walk through dungeons freely. It is largely used for screenshot purposes. Several duties will also be available to record once Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.1 goes live. Final Fantasy XIV is available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. The FFXIV patch 6.1 release date is April 12, 2022. The post Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 Preliminary Patch Notes Now Live appeared first on Siliconera. |
Destructoid Friday, April 8, 2022 11:30 AM For now, a minor patch arrives on April 12 The Fallout 76 Test Your Metal update finally has a release... The post The huge Fallout 76 Test Your Metal update is out in June appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Friday, April 8, 2022 11:00 AM Available to download from April 14 Epic Games has revealed the next free titles headed to the libraries of Epic... The post Epic Games Store April freebies are XCOM 2 and Insurmountable appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Friday, April 8, 2022 10:00 AM The full patch is still out on April 12 The Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 preliminary patch notes are here, and... The post The Final Fantasy XIV 6.1 preliminary patch notes have a lot to look over appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Friday, April 8, 2022 5:00 AM Rush Hours So, I betcha think you're pretty damn slick at Samusing, right? Well, the intergalactic terrors of the Metroid... The post Metroid Dread update offers three action-packed new modes appeared first on Destructoid. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 8, 2022 10:00 AM  Rebirth Island has not received many changes since it first launched in Call of Duty: Warzone. However, Raven Software and Beenox recently made some changes to the fan-favorite map. This has introduced some new points of interest and overhauled of some of the existing landing spots. As Rebirth Island is much smaller than Caldera in size, you'll want to get off to the best start possible, as you are likely to find your first engagement shortly after you land. This guide will point you towards the best Rebirth Island landing spots since the Warzone Pacific Rebirth Reinforced update. Docks is one of the new areas of the map. There is a large building packed with loot and supply crates, so it should be easy to get some high quality loot and rack up cash. Once you arrive at the Docks, there's a hard to miss boat floating on the water. Climb aboard for a chance to get even more valuable loot. You can also complete the Easter egg that's tied to the boat, which will grant yo... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 8, 2022 9:00 AM  Call of Duty: Vanguard launched around six months ago, and if you've owned the game since day one, it's likely that you play a lot of multiplayer. Have you ever wondered what your Vanguard statistics are? If so, you are now in luck, because Activision has rolled out a new way to track your multiplayer performance. You can receive your Vanguard multiplayer career report by following a few simple steps. This is not the first time you have been able to receive a report, as you could receive your Warzone stats before the end of Verdansk. To get started, head to the Call of Duty Twitter account. Make sure you have your Activision ID on hand and you're ready to get your Vanguard report. All you have to do is tweet the official Call of Duty account using @CallofDuty accompanied by #VanguardReport and your Activision ID. Then, you should receive a graphic which lists your stats. Show off your Vanguard career report Your Vanguard report will give you an overview of your... |
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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, April 8, 2022 11:17 AM Locked and loaded, Brimstone's newfound strength carries us to Split. Since the Patch 4.01 release, Brimstone has seen improved pick rates across every map in VALORANT. However, perhaps the most impressive metric that's seen the most drastic improvement following the start of VALORANT Episode 4 is Brimstone's improved win rate. Brimstone used to sit in the […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, April 8, 2022 4:13 AM With the success of last year's Dune film, Funcom and Shiro Games had announced that they would be developing a Dune game at the Game Awards. While we don't have a solid release date for Dune: Spice Wars yet, we do have an early access date—plus the reveal of a new faction. As per the […] |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, April 8, 2022 4:30 AM Returnal and Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart combined for 6 BAFTA Awards. The post PlayStation Takes Top Honors at BAFTA appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
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GameDom Friday, April 8, 2022 7:31 AM Omori was released a year and three months ago for the PC and, despite its retro Earthbound-style graphics, was not initially released for the Nintendo Switch. Fortunately, that is going to change very soon. Omori on the Nintendo Switch eShop will become a reality soon. After months of rumors and Omori Nintendo Switch leaks, our... The post Omori Nintendo Switch Release Date: What We Know appeared first on GameDom. |