Kotaku Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:10 AM  Today, the Pokémon Company announced the release date for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. The games are out for November Switch on November 18. Here's a new trailer, featuring something entirely new for the series: not one but two professors. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 1, 2022 8:30 AM  Junichi Masuda, Game Freak's former managing director and one of the company's founding members, has stepped down from the role, to take up a new, far more senior position as The Pokémon Company's "Chief Creative Fellow." |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:35 AM  Like a poor young suckling puppy being torn from its mother, millions of Pokémon GO players are unable to log in, or take part, in their favourite mobile game. Reports are coming from all around the world that the game is down. POGO is no-go. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:59 AM  Searching for a Diablo Immortal tier list? There's nothing worse in an RPG game than investing countless hours into leveling your character only to discover they don't suit your play style. With six Diablo Immortal classes to pick from and only five character slots per server at launch, hardcore players are going to have to make a tough decision sooner or later. We've taken a close look at every class to determine their place on the Diablo Immortal tier list. There are classes that specialise in crowd control, but perform badly against bosses, and then there's other aspects like PvP and Challenge Rifts to factor in. It's important to note that Diablo Immortal is frequently updated, so it's entirely possible that the worst class on our list could soon become the best after a balance patch. In the future, players will have the option to change their class on the fly using the Class Change mechanic, first revealed on a Diablo Immortal blog post. Until then, you're going to have to settle with the characters you create. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:40 AM  In the absence of any new information about the next entry in the beloved British RPG game series, Fable 4 rumours continue to persist, and the latest involves accusations of the project 'downscaling'. However, the new Fable game's producer is fighting back against this, calling the process "normal, necessary and healthy." While there have been previous rumours about Playground Games having to deal with a lack of experience in the genre, given it's mostly known for the Forza Horizon series, the latest speculation comes from Xbox News Cast - where co-host Gaz stated they had "a source" that claims "Fable had to be scaled down because the team had trouble with the engine." Gaz also states this was "nothing to worry about" but several Reddit threads and articles picked up on it. Now, Fable senior producer Amie Loake took to Twitter to dispel fears about this rumour and the idea of the project down scoping - calling it "a normal, necessary and healthy part of game development" and saying that "every single triple-A game you've ever played" has undergone something similar. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:41 AM  If you're looking for an Overwatch 2 tier list to help you gain a competitive edge in the multiplayer game's beta, then we've got you covered. With 33 heroes to pick from across three Overwatch 2 roles, starting out in Blizzard's FPS game can be pretty daunting, and it's not always easy to tell how strong your chosen character is when you're constantly coming up against different counters and team comps. First off, some housekeeping. Our Overwatch 2 tier list isn't divided up into specific roles, but we will have a hero from each role represented in every bracket. S tier is the highest category, it represents heroes who are at the pinnacle of Overwatch 2's meta and don't require specific team comps or strategies to dominate with. A tier picks aren't necessarily worse than their S tier counterparts, but they're generally harder to use and get the best out of. B, C, and D tier follow suit, representing the lower echelons of Overwatch's roster. Of course, just because we say a hero is a must-pick, it doesn't mean you can't do a better job with your preferred main character, but most players should be able to look at this tier list for a quick snapshot of who to play and why. Join us we rank every hero in the game, from the titanic tanks to squishy supports. RELATED LINKS: Overwatch 2 heroes, Overwatch 2 release date, Overwatch 2 tier list |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:33 AM  The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 series has long been our personal pick for the best gaming chairs you can park your posterior on, with great lumbar support that'll always have your back. However, these seats will soon become even more comfortable and supportive thanks to an upcoming accessory. You'll soon be able to equip your Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 gaming chair with 'PlushCell' memory foam armrests, giving you an added layer of comfort on top of the already luxurious seating experience. Better still, installing them should be pretty straightforward thanks to their magnetic attachment mechanism. The armrests come in three colours: black, silver, and pink. Regardless of which shade you opt for, all of them are built with a "tri-layered construction" and soft-touch velour fabric finish, which Secretlab says offers a "high-performance blend of ultra-soft and supportive comfort." RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:32 AM  Looking for a Genshin Impact tier list? There are currently 49 Genshin Impact characters available, so there's no shortage of candidates for your dream team. But with so many different weapon, elementals, talents, ascension bonuses, and constellations upgrades, finding your favourites can be challenging. Don't let the placement of the characters on our Genshin Impact tier list deter you from pulling on the next character banner. While base stats and elemental abilities are important, the value of a character also depends on personal playstyle, available weapons and artifacts, and team composition. That being said, if your favourite character is in C tier or below, you may struggle to get past some of the more challenging Spiral Abyss floors. Don't worry too much if your favourite character is on one of the lower tiers; you can still make it work with our recommended Genshin Impact builds. In general, being on a high tier means that the character is the best Genshin Impact character in their role, is not too difficult to build, and performs well regardless of teammates. Being on a lower tier means that there are better alternatives, or the character needs a very specific build or team to shine. Just to note, the characters are not ranked within their own tier, and with that out of the way, let's take a look at our ranking of characters in our Genshin Impact tier list! RELATED LINKS: Play Genshin Impact for free, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:27 AM  Want to know when the Genshin Impact 2.8 release date is? Despite the 2.7 update delay that pushed back Hoyoverse's usual six week cycle, the studio has already announced the release date for the next 2.8 update, well in advance of when we would usually find out. This is still subject to change, of course. For now at least, rest assured that the Genshin Impact 2.8 release date has been announced, although there's still plenty more we don't know. Current rumours suggest we'll get a new Genshin Impact character, but there will also be new Genshin Impact events to work through as well. Despite the fact that Genshin Impact 2.7 has only recently been released, there are still plenty of rumours circulating for us to compile into one place. From events, to banners, and whatever else we've managed to discover, here's everything we know about Genshin Impact 2.8, including the release date. RELATED LINKS: Play Genshin Impact for free, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:18 AM  Looking for Genshin Impact codes? MiHoYo's charming open-world game is notoriously addictive, and if you're anything like us, you're constantly on the lookout for more Genshin Impact primogems and other goodies. Gathering currency in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind - while you can earn mora and primogems by completing quests such as daily commissions, an injection of extra funds will always be gratefully received. Fortunately, the developers MiHoYo occasionally send out free gifts in the form of Genshin Impact codes that can be redeemed online. These Genshin Impact codes are released periodically. They frequently appear in MiHoYo's special programs that reveal information about future updates coming to the game soon, but are also released to celebrate milestones or to coincide with Genshin Impact events. Most codes also only work for a limited time - so it's a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible in case you miss out. Codes can only be redeemed once per account. Here are all the current Genshin Impact codes for June 2022, and how to redeem them. RELATED LINKS: Play Genshin Impact for free, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:16 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. Roblox promo 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 Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:58 AM  Tekken continues to go from strength to strength, with its publisher Bandai Namco announcing that Tekken 7 sales have passed nine million copies worldwide, making it the best-selling Tekken game of all time. This surpasses Tekken 3's 8.5 million sales and Tekken 5's 8.2 million, meaning that the latest entry in the fighting game series is now its most successful. This new milestone means that Tekken 7 has sold an additional three million copies since September 2020 when game director Katsuhiro Harada announced that Tekken 7 sales had passed the six million mark. The series as a whole has now sold over 53 million copies. Passing the beloved classic Tekken 3 in sales numbers is no mean feat, and is a much-deserved success for what is one of the best games in the long-running series. Bandai Namco announced at the Combo Breaker 2022 tournament that the Tekken World Tour 2022 will see the fighting game return to in-person competition, with five 'master events' beginning at the upcoming CEO 2022 event on June 24. RELATED LINKS: Tekken 7 system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:53 AM  The Diablo Immortal release time is imminent, the first new Diablo game to release in ten years - but it wasn't always going to be the case, as the Diablo Immortal PC release is a recent announcement. However, according to a new interview with Blizzard, the PC version was actually built first "to make it for mobile". The Diablo mobile game was announced all the way back in 2015 to a less than enthusiastic response, mostly because everyone was waiting on the reveal of Diablo IV. With the Diablo Immortal release date on June 2 so close we can touch it, excitement is far higher - especially thanks to the same-time release of a Diablo Immortal PC beta too. While the PC release wasn't initially on the cards, a new interview at Wowhead with Diablo franchise head Rod Fergusson reveals that the PC version always existed. "The mission of Diablo Immortal was to bring the Diablo experience to mobile," Fergusson explains but admits "we built it on PC in order to make it for mobile." |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:38 AM  A fresh Destiny 2 weekly reset is upon us. As a premier live service game, one of the main ways that Bungie keeps players coming back to Destiny 2 is with its weekly resets. These typically offer a content refresh across the space game's various planets, raids, and dungeons, along with minor bug fixes and changes to address outstanding player concerns. The reset often includes new seasonal mission content or updates to existing in-game activities for players who own the seasonal content. And, with ongoing weekly updates to the Nightfall, the Crucible playlist, campaign missions, in-game activities and bounties, there's more to track than ever. The Destiny 2 weekly reset takes place every Tuesday at 10am PDT / 1pm EDT/ 6pm BST / 7pm CEST. There's often some server downtime around the reset time, so you should take note of that if you're unable to log into the game at precisely that time. Once the reset begins, you'll have a full week to explore all the changes before Bungie rolls out another set of changes on the same day and time the following week. Here, we're offering Destiny 2 players a recap of all the weekly reset changes so you know what shiny new activities to prioritise while grinding for loot. RELATED LINKS: Destiny 2: Beyond Light review, Destiny 2 exotics, Play Destiny 2 |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:48 AM  The Razer Barracuda Pro is the company's latest wireless gaming headset, acting as the flagship for its newly refresh line-up of cordless cans. Priced at $250 USD, Razer is betting big on its active noise-cancelling technology and new TriForce Bio-ceullulose 50mm drivers to deliver an experience worthy of its premium price tag. Thankfully, it's mostly succeeded in doing just that, but not without some notable shortcomings. When I first laid eyes on the Razer Barracuda Pro, I sighed with relief at the lack of RGB and other aesthetic features typically associated with gaming headsets (which have no business being anywhere outside a gaming PC setup). Razer has adopted a more subtle design language here compared to its other devices, with logos that blend into the black headband and earpieces. Look closely, however, and you'll find a cheeky splash of trademark neon green surrounding the microphone's mute toggle. The shape of these new cans most closely resembles the company's Razer Opus headphones, which were themselves clearly inspired by the Sony WH-1000XM3. While I haven't had chance to sit down with the Opus, I use a pair of 1000XM3s as my daily drivers and think Razer has done a great job of emulating the style and best parts of its rival. RELATED LINKS: Razer Thresher Ultimate review, Razer Blade review, Best gaming headset |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:04 AM  Want to know how to complete this week's Halo Infinite ultimate challenge? Every week you can unlock a free cosmetic for your Spartan. To get this new look, you have to complete a list of challenges, and play a lot of matches. These challenges also give you experience points you use to level up the Halo Infinite battle pass. Challenges can be found in the battle pass menu and it lists the current active challenges and upcoming challenges, including the Halo Infinite ultimate challenge for that week. Each challenge is colour-coded by difficulty, so bright grey challenges are the easiest, the bluish-grey challenges are of medium difficulty, and the bright blue ones are the most challenging. One of the upcoming challenges will take its place when you complete a challenge, though which challenge it is, is random. Once you've completed each challenge, you're given one more challenge before you can claim your weekly reward. This challenge is the same for everyone. In this guide, we'll give you tips on how to complete the Halo Infinite weekly challenges in your queue, explain what this week's Halo Infinite ultimate challenge is, and what the weekly ultimate challenge reward is. RELATED LINKS: Halo Infinite release date, Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite ranks |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:23 AM  A surprise God of War PC update has made it one of just three games to support AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 2.0. This significantly improved upscaling option, introduced a few weeks back in Deathloop (and more recently making it to Farming Simulator 22), completely replaces God of War's FSR 1.0 setting, giving Radeon GPU owners a performance booster that comes much closer to Nvidia DLSS on quality. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:00 AM  Has anyone coined the term Limbolike yet? 2D side-scrolling platformers that are a bit Tim Burton-y, and possibly in monochrome. Y'know the ones? Silt is a Limbolike, only it's Limbo under the sea. Other free-wheeling associations I have made include Minute Of Islands and, most weirdly, Gormenghast. But having mentioned the later, and because people who like Gormenghast really bloody like Gormenghast (a reasonable position), and respond to its evocation like Chekhov's dogs let loose at the eleventh annual Ringing World National Youth Championship competition, I'm now going to have to temper expectations back down. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:51 AM As is the case with most new Pokemon games, Scarlet and Violet bring a number of changes, new creatures to catch and much more. Following the release of Pokemon Arceus: Legends, which experimented with a true open-world formula, some players are now wondering if Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are open world games? Are Pokemon Scarlet […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:42 AM The starters in any Pokemon game are always of incredible interest to Trainers out there. If you are looking forward to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, you will want to know as much as you can find out about the three starters Sprigatito, Fuecoc, and Quaxly. We have all the available information about the Scarlet and […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:35 AM Yes, grab those Pokeballs! That's right, today, The Pokemon Company debuted the second gameplay trailers for its upcoming Pokemon Scarlet and Violet titles. Along with the new footage, we also received a concrete release date: Indeed, the game will launch on Nintendo Switch on Nov. 18, 2022. While we had an inkling that the trailers […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:18 AM As you're progressing through Diablo Immortal, chances are you're going to want to know how to save so you know all your loot is safe and sound. The problem is, whether you're accessing the game on PC or an iOS or Android mobile device, there's not actually a 'Save Game' button in any of the […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:02 AM It wouldn't be a new Sims 4 expansion pack without a few new cheat codes, and the mystical Realm of Magic expansion is no exemption to that rule. And if you are looking for those Sims 4 Realm of Magic Cheats to test them out yourself, we have you covered. Turning On TestingCheats The codes […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:41 AM The latest June system update for Xbox is here and so is the ability to view the details about secret achievements, including the title, achievement description, and Gamerscore. Microsoft shared all the new things coming with the June update in a recent blog post and wrote, "you will also see improvements to the speed and […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:29 AM Overcooked 2 has finally released and, as was the case with the first game, it is at its best when you're playing with some friends. If you want to jump in to see how you fair with a partner, here's everything you need to know about how to play splitscreen co-op multiplayer in Overcooked 2. […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:16 AM Kubfu, the featured Pokemon of Isle of Armor, has a unique evolutionary path. In order for Kubfu to evolve, it must complete one of two possible trials on the Isle of Armor. The path you choose will evolve it into Urshifu, and give it a permanent secondary type change. In this guide, we go over […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:42 AM Part of the fun in The Sims 4 on PC is creating a family and watching them grow. Sure, watching a child grow up can be fun but changing diapers and dealing with their nonsense might get aggravating. Fortunately for you, The Sims 4 has a handy way for you to quickly grow characters. Here's […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:52 AM The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel uses an AP system throughout the entire game, that ties into your ranking at the end of each chapter. There are a ton of different ways to gain AP in Trails of Cold Steel, from completing side quests to finding secrets. One of those ways is choosing […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:50 AM After several weeks of delay, the Genshin Impact 2.7 update has finally been released across all the platforms. As always, there's a massive list of changelog that provides a detailed breakdown of new content and features. Despite an array of new content, many players have their eyes focused on the upcoming events scheduled to roll […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:38 AM Dislyte on iOS It takes a lot –and I mean a lot— for me to get properly invested in a mobile game. I may be a complete degenerate when it comes to gacha games and any sort of RNG-based pulling system, but it's rare for me to get to a point where I'd even start […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:28 AM A brand new update for Genshin Impact is live now, and it marks the addition of new characters, a weapon, storyline quests, and more. As always, HoYoverse will also be organizing a bunch of exciting events throughout version 2.7. In fact, the developers have given us a sneak peek of the upcoming events on their […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:25 AM The Forest is absolutely packed to the brim with cheat codes and console commands that can mess with practically everything in the game's code. You can activate anything from a god mode to an iron man-type mode that deletes your save data when you die. The Forest Cheats List for PC & PS4 There are […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:20 AM With the release of update 2.7 in Genshin Impact, there are tons of new events and new banner characters to pull for, including Yelan. If you're not interested in Yelan, however, there's still plenty of content to check out, as well as new weapons to acquire that can be very helpful for newcomers or F2P […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:06 AM So you want to run your game audio through your Xbox One headset, easy right? Well, not exactly. The first issue you might face is that there are actually two different versions of the Xbox One controller. The first and older version has a proprietary port which requires a separate stereo adaptor in order to […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:00 AM Wordle might be the internet's big new obsession but comic book artist Martin Naydel's Jumble has been stumping puzzle game enthusiasts since 1954. Once known as Scramble, the goal is straightforward: unscramble four words, then use selected letters from those words to complete a bonus challenge. There is an illustration that goes with each puzzle that […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:00 AM Heardle is one daily puzzle-solving game that has exploded in popularity over the past few months. Released two or so months ago, it tasks players with guessing the name of the song along with its artist by listening to a short music clip. Since you only have six guesses to nail today's track, here are […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:00 AM Worlde has spawned a wave of new word puzzle games, some of them targetting various hobbies or interests. Byrdile, for example, challenges enjoyers of choral music to identify words related to that particular pursuit, and it's proving hugely popular with enthusiasts of the musical genre. If that includes yourself and you're struggling to decipher today's […] |
Twinfinite Wednesday, June 1, 2022 4:41 AM Wondering whether you can sell cars in Forza Horizon 4? Here's what you need to know. Can You Sell Cars in Forza Horizon 4? Forza Horizon 4 showers you with credits (CR) and a showcase full of new cars that you can use your credits to buy some with. You will get some free cars […] |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:30 AM
The latest Weekly Famitsu issue included special coverage about the Japanese fifth anniversary of SINoALICE. It included a new interview with SINoALICE director Yoko Taro. The title creator claimed that this mobile game would not end in a regular way. [Thanks, Ryokutya!] Here are some of the highlighted quotes from Yoko Taro in the new Japanese interview:
Yoko Taro created SINoALICE, a mobile RPG that launched first in Japan on June 6, 2017. The global release came out roughly three years later, in July 2020. Square Enix celebrates the game's fifth anniversary in June 2022. SINoALICE has received a lot of crossover content from not only Yoko Taro's famed NieR series but also other anime franchises, such as Rozen Maiden, Code Geass, and Kakegurui XX. Famitsu also had a SINoALICE coverage for the game's fourth anniversary in June 2021. At that time, Yoko Taro talked about the additional story featuring Devola and Popola from NieR Replicant. SINoALICE is available worldwide on Android and iOS mobile devices. The post Yoko Taro Claims SINoALICE Will Not End in a Regular Way appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:05 AM
Nintendo promised a new Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet trailer on June 1, 2022, and it came through to show off new Pokemon and reveal a release date. The game will arrive on November 18, 2022. The video offered a better look at the new regions and elements folks can expect. The video begins with the player's avatar leaving home. After that, we meet Professor Sada and Professor Turo, the two professors we'll aid this time around. From there, the new Pokemon acting as starters are shown in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet for the first time. There's also a fight against a person named Nemona and a new electric-type Pokemon named Pawmi. The player catches a new grass-type named Smoliv at the 1:12 mark. We also can see trainer customization options, as well as a glimpse at its up to four player cooperative multiplayer. Lechonk, a new Pokemon that looks like a pig, shows up around the 1:20 mark. Here's the full Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet trailer, with the release date appearing at the end. More details were confirmed via tweets. This will be an open-world game where you can visit areas in any order. Pokemon Scarlet's legendary is Koraidon, while Violet's is Miraidon. As a reminder, the initial reveal focused on showing what the playable character and new starter Pokemon would look like in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. For example, your avatar's outfit color scheme will vary depending on the version you choose. People will also be able to choose the fire-type Fuecoco, water-type Quaxly, or grass-type Sprigatito. Some returning characters also showed up in the reveal trailer. For example, Larvitar, Magnemite, Pikachu, Stonjourner, and Swablu all live there. Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet will launch on November 18, 2022 for Nintendo Switch. The last Pokemon release was Pokemon Legends: Arceus for the Nintendo Switch. The post New Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Shows More Pokemon, Release Date appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 8:00 AM
The action RPG based on Akihito Tsukushi's Made in Abyss series has a release date. The English-language edition of Made in Abyss: Binary Star Falling into Darkness arrives on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC on September 2, 2022. The release date is for North America and Europe, as the game hit shelves in Japan back in 2021. Spike Chunsoft announced the game's release window back in April 2022. Alongside the announcement of Made in Abyss Binary Star's release date, Spike Chunsoft released some character art for the game's protagonists, as well as a few more details about the game's two playable modes. Check out renders of Riko, Reg, Tiare, Dorothea, Raul, and the custom character for the "Deep in Abyss" mode, which is the original story included in Made in Abyss Binary Star upon its release date. [gallery ids="928759,928760,928761,928762,928763,928764" link="file"]
Binary Star Falling into Darkness will be the first video game adaptation of the series. Its first mode, "Hello Abyss," is a recreation of the original story as laid out in the anime series. It begins in the same place as the anime, with Riko and Reg's first meeting. The second, all-original mode, "Deep in Abyss," stars the customizable player character, an unnamed Cave Raider. It opens many days after Riko and Reg depart on their journey to the Abyss. It'll feature interactions with the story characters, and their voice casts will return to reprise their roles. Upon its release date, Made in Abyss: Binary Star Falling into Darkness will also have a physical collector's edition for players to purchase on PS4 and Switch. The collector's edition includes a Cave-Raiding Notebook that contains pictures and information about primeval creatures, Relics, Whistles, and other features of the Abyss. It'll include space for players to put their own notes in. A 24"x36" cloth poster also shows off art from Kinema Citrus, the studio that produced the anime series.
Made in Abyss: Binary Star Falling into Darkness releases on PC, PS4, and Switch on September 2, 2022. The post Made in Abyss Binary Star Release Date Confirmed appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:30 AM
YS Net, the indie studio founded by Shenmue creator and former Sega luminary Yu Suzuki, has announced its first game. That game is Air Twister, a new original title that bears a strong resemblance to Space Harrier, one of Suzuki's best-regarded works. It releases for iOS devices via Apple Arcade on June 24, 2022. Check out the first trailer for Air Twister below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-0RSl_UGv0 Air Twister is billed as an "all-new fantasy endless shooter" and stars Princess Arch. After her planet is attacked by mysterious alien invaders, Arch takes up her crossbow to fight off the bizarre foes astride her giant swan. The shots of Air Twister gameplay shown are strongly reminiscent of Space Harrier. Players control Princess Arch, shifting her around the screen as enemies cross over their path. She fires pink homing missiles at enemies, which can be locked on to. The game will have over twenty different enemies, ten massive bosses, and twelves stages. Further game modes can be unlocked by collecting Stars from the stages. The game uses touch controls but is gamepad-compatible. Online score-ranking is also supported. The trailer is set to the song "Aglaea" by the artist Valensia. Air Twister will release on Apple Arcade for iOS devices on June 24, 2022. Hironobu Sakaguchi, another prominent Japanese game developer, also released Fantasian for Apple Arcade in 2021. The post Air Twister Evokes Space Harrier in New Announcement Trailer appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 7:00 AM
Bandai Namco announced that sales for Tekken 7 have surpassed 9 million copies worldwide. The announcement included a special illustration of Kazuya Mishima standing atop a rock with 9 million carved beneath it. Bandai Namco extends its thanks to Tekken players around the globe and the community that has formed around the series. [Thanks, Gamer!] [embed]https://twitter.com/TEKKEN/status/1531893317167980545[/embed] It was also revealed that the Tekken World Tour will return for the first time in three years. The Tekken World Tour will be held on June 24, 2022, in Florida. The tournament will see competitors from sixteen different regions participate, with winners advancing to regional and global finals. The global finals will be held sometime in early 2023. In April 2021, Bandai Namco revealed that Tekken 7 had sold over 7 million copies worldwide. Previous sales milestones included Tekken 7 reaching 3 million copies sold worldwide in October 2018, and 6 million copies sold worldwide in September 2020. Since its initial release, the title has seen several DLC characters added to the game. This has included characters from other franchises such as Noctis from Final Fantasy XV. Entirely new characters like Lidia Sobieska have also been added to the roster. In November 2021, Definitive and Originals Editions for Tekken 7 were revealed. While the Definitive Edition included absolutely everything released for the game, the Originals Edition came with a handful of fighters and added in New Frame Rate Data. Tekken 7 is available in arcades and on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The post Tekken 7 Sales Surpass 9 Million Copies Sold Worldwide appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 6:30 AM
Multinational pizza chain Pizza Hut is pairing up with The Quintessential Quintuplets to promote the anime series' latest movie. The promotion's key illustration features the five Nakano sisters dressed as Pizza Hut delivery workers. The promotion will run from June 1, 2022, to July 3, 2022, in Japan. The event also includes special campaigns on social media, where winners can receive gift cards, merchandise, and other prizes. [Thanks, Game Watch!] The Quintessential Quintuplets the Movie debuted in Japanese theaters last month. The movie is a continuation of the events of the original anime adaptation's two seasons. It follows the Nakano sisters and protagonist Futaro Uesugi as they go on a graduation trip to Okinawa. For fans living in Japan, the promotion will offer several benefits with each purchase from Pizza Hut. Namely, customers can choose a "My Box" for their pizza to receive a special box featuring the promotional illustration. The box will also come with a lottery number, where winning numbers are awarded special merchandise. A total of 55 winners will receive a rubber keychain that plays audio when pressed. Furthermore, 5,555 winners will receive a downloadable Pizza Hut The Quintessential Quintuplets smartphone background. Additionally, the Pizza Hut store in Tokyo's Kanda district will have delivery bikes featuring the same promotional illustrations. On Twitter, the Japanese Pizza Hut account is giving away QUO gift cards worth ¥2,000 to five people. You can get a better look at the Pizza Hut The Quintessential Quintuplets promotional merchandise and illustrations below: [gallery columns="5" ids="928731,928736,928735,928732,928734" link="file"] This isn't the first time Pizza Hut has collaborated with a popular piece of media. In the past, the pizza company has appeared in games such as Azur Lane and Phantasy Star Portable 2. While not involving Pizza Hut specifically, Final Fantasy XIV also had a promotion with Grubhub that net players the Eat Pizza emote. The Pizza Hut The Quintessential Quintuplets promotion will run from June 1, 2022, to July 3, 2022, in Japan. The post Quintessential Quintuplets Pizza Hut Promotion Has the Sisters Delivering Pizza appeared first on Siliconera. |
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Being a spy or assassin is tough work, but for those who wish to live a day in the life of Loid or Yor Forger, an Anya Tamagotchi will come out on December 17, 2022. The Tamagotchi nano will appear in toy stores, dollar stores, and the like in Japan, though they will also be available online. It will cost 2,530 JPY, which is approximately $19.70. [Thanks, Comic Natalie!] The Spy x Family Tamagotchi lets you take care of Anya in her school uniform, and you unlock more outfits as you take care of her. There are even some outfits that are exclusive to the Tamagotchi and do not appear in the show or manga. There are also two versions of the Tamagotchi will be available to purchase. Consumers can opt for a green one that draws inspiration from Loid and Yor, or a pink and black one meant to evoke Anya. The Tamagotchi features three types of mini-games that you can play. So far, we know that there is a dodgeball game and a word-matching game. The results of these games will affect Anya's development. Additionally, you can give Anya peanuts as snacks. If you do not pay attention to Anya, she might get sulky and run away. [gallery columns="6" ids="928729,928728,928727,928726,928725,928724" link="file"] Spy x Family started airing during the Spring 2022 anime season and is streaming on Crunchyroll. The show follows Loid, who is a spy. For a mission, he must gather together a fake family and enroll a child in a prestigious school. Unbeknownst to him, his fake wife is an assassin and his fake daughter is a mind-reader. None of them, save for Anya, know each other's true identities. The Spy x Family Anya Tamagotchi will come out in Japan on December 17, 2022. The post Take Care of Anya With This Spy x Family Tamagotchi appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:30 AM
Game Freak Founder Junichi Masuda has joined The Pokemon Company, now appointed as Chief Creative Fellow within the company. Masuda stepped down from his position as Managing Director of Game Freak on May 31, 2022. The Pokemon Company and Masuda have released a joint statement to announce the appointment. The Pokemon Company states that it will work alongside Masuda to develop new products and services. You can read the full statement from Junichi Masuda regarding his new position at The Pokemon Company below:
In July 2019, for Game Freak's 30th anniversary, Masuda appeared during a special program. In it, he talked about the development of the Pokemon series and how fans often confused Nintendo as the primary developer of the series. The program also provided a reflection on the history of the developer. The post Junichi Masuda Joins The Pokemon Company as Chief Creative Fellow appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 1, 2022 5:00 AM
Samatha Thavasa will release a collection of Kingdom Hearts Keyblade fastener charms. These items will be available as part of a Kingdom Hearts 20th anniversary collection. A total of 7 Keyblade fastener charms will be available. Consumers can purchase the charms individually for 4,950 yen (about $38) or as a collection for 13,200 yen (about $102). Purchases of the collection will include a special case, which features popular iconography from the game. Pre-orders for the charms will remain open until June 26, 2022. [Thanks, Famitsu!] The Keyblade fastener charms consumers can purchase as part of the Kingdom Hearts 20th anniversary collection include:
As the items will be made to order, purchases will be handled on a first-come-first-served basis. Additionally, once orders are made, they cannot be cancelled due to the nature of production. Each fastener will also feature a miniature charm attached to the Keyblade, similar to how the Keyblades appear in each respective Kingdom Hearts title. You can take a look at the fastener charms below. [gallery columns="4" ids="928714,928713,928712,928711,928710,928709,928708,928707" link="file"] Square Enix has released Kingdom Hearts 20th anniversary merchandise in collaboration with other retailers. This has included the release of a Kingdom Hearts 20th anniversary Sony Walkman and wireless earbuds, as well as a special line of suitcases for travel. The post Kingdom Hearts 20th Anniversary Keyblade Fastener Charms Available appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, June 1, 2022 9:00 AM  Halo Infinite was a polished and well-received game at launch, but has since been under fire from fans. Studio 343 Industries positioned Halo Infinite as a live-service game, but the lack of new, compelling content since launch has not lived up to that description for many players. It's been a bumpy road for 343, as every Halo game under its wing has come under some form of criticism from the Halo faithful. The franchise that defined shooters on console needs a win, and a change of developer could provide exactly that. It's no secret that Microsoft has been acquiring game studios more aggressively than Thanos searching for Infinity Stones. As a result, talented first-person shooter studios like id Software and MachineGames now reside under the Xbox umbrella. Letting one of these teams take a crack at a new Halo spin-off could allow 343 time to regroup and improve Halo Infinite while giving fans a fresh take on the series to boot. Halo spin-offs like Halo 3: ODST and Halo: Spart... |
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