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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:45 PM
    

Video game box art is like a visual handshake between the game and the player. If its art is tantamount to a limp handshake, gamers will forget about it and move on to a video game that seizes their attention with a firm grasp. While many have an uninspired Marvel Cinematic Universe-esque composite shot of its titular…

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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:32 PM
    

I always liked the idea of snow more than shoveling it or letting it fall into my boots. When I lived in Western New York state—one of the snowiest places in the U.S.—every snowdrift pressed against my front door or patch of slush I'd sink into on my walk to school would make me huff white clouds into the freezing…

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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:27 PM
    

True believers, I've got some good news for you: A brand new trailer for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is out now. And in this new look at the upcoming animated sequel to 2018's fantastic Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, we get a bunch of quick and easy-to-miss cameos from other Spider-People, including…

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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:20 PM
    

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is bringing back its limited-time Charizard the Unrivaled tera raid this week on December 16. The event will last until December 18, and it's the only way for players to catch the iconic dragon in these games as of this writing. So if you want to add Charizard to your team, you'll have only…

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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 2:00 PM
    

I'm about four hours into High On Life and I have a migraine. It's unfair to say that the game has given me one—I am, after all, notoriously prone to them—but it certainly isn't helping. The brightly colored, gloopy, blobby alien worlds and incessant chatter from NPCs, enemies, and my weapons aren't exactly a soothing…

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Kotaku Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:50 AM
    

Pokémon has a new meta contender in town, and it's…a cute mouse family? That's right. In addition to having unsettling in-game implications like how parents hatch out of a single egg, the Tandemaus line is also incredibly powerful: its signature move can exceed the base power of attacks such as Hyper Beam and…

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:55 PM
     Overwatch 2 Winter Wonderland arcade modes have begun

A holiday-themed round of limited-time arcade modes have arrived in the Overwatch 2 Winter Wonderland, which runs now through January 4 in Blizzard's multiplayer FPS game. The Winter Wonderland modes include Mei's Snowball Offensive, Mei's Yeti Hunt, and Freezethaw Elimination, as well as a fresh round of holiday cosmetic rewards.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:52 PM
     High on Life review in progress – a love letter to Rick and Morty fans

Let's get the important bit of this High on Life review out of the way first: you can eventually shut the guns up in the game's audio settings. Each weapon is keen on spouting as much nonsense as possible, and depending on your tolerance level for meaningless drivel from your firearm friends, you may want to stick a silencer on them.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:19 PM
     Watch Dogs Legion is coming to Steam in January

Now that Assassin's Creed Valhalla has arrived on Steam, the question is, which Ubisoft game will make the jump next? We didn't have to wait for the answer long, because here it is: hacking-based open-world game Watch Dogs Legion is coming to Steam next month, arriving on Valve's storefront January 26.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:21 PM
     Destiny 2 API outage shows how much players depend on third-party apps

A Destiny 2 API outage, which the Bungie team induced after noting an increase in disconnects in the aftermath of the Spire of the Watcher dungeon launch, shows how much players depend on the game's third-party app ecosystem to make the most of their experience.

The popular FPS game's flexible API ecosystem allows players to track everything from competitive Crucible stats to weapon god rolls. Tools like Destiny Item Manager let players manage their builds and loadouts. Bungie's own Destiny 2 Companion App lets players pick up bounties and pull items from their vaults without heading to The Tower or elsewhere to handle these tasks in the game.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:46 PM
     Kerbal Space Program 2 release date, new planets, and more

Want to know more about Kerbal Space Program 2's release date? Kerbal Space Program is a cute space exploration sim, officially released back in 2015 after spending almost four years in beta. Its sequel, Kerbal Space Program 2 (KSP2), has also been in the works for some time now, with an initial release date set back in 2021. While we've used the word "cute" - and Kerbals most certainly are - don't be fooled. Kerbal Space Program is one of the most realistic and well-researched space games in existence.

Developer Intercept has been keen to point out that KSP2 is a real attempt at visualising what the future of space exploration has in store for us. The team has been working with actual astrophysicists for accuracy - right down to Metallic Hydrogen fuel and its very factually-correct pink exhaust. Moreover, Intercept has taken some of the known frustrations with KSP1 and ironed them out for its follow-up. Here's a summary of what we know so far about Kerbal Space Program 2's release date.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:44 PM
     How to get Stitch in Dreamlight Valley

If you want to know how to get Stitch in Dreamlight Valley, then look no further, as we've got info on all of the steps required to find Experiment 626 in your valley. The little blue alien has arrived in Dreamlight Valley, but in a rather unique way, and similar to finding Moana's buddy Pua, you'll have to uncover a few clues before Stitch moves in.

Before the new Toy Story update, Gameloft hinted at the arrival of the alien experiment in the Disney game, but didn't give too much away about how to unlock him. Thankfully, players immediately started to discover a surprising item on Dazzle Beach. With plenty of new content to discover, like Dreamlight Valley boba tea recipes, the new Toy Story realm, and a new festive Star Path to work through, we can understand how you might have missed it, so here's everything you need to know about unlocking Stitch in Dreamlight Valley.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:32 PM
     All Fortnite Winterfest presents 2022 and how to open them

Want to know how to open Fortnite Winterfest presents for the 2022 Christmas event? If you're relatively new to the popular shooter, chances are you've not heard of these Winterfest events. To celebrate, you can now open one present daily to receive festive-themed gifts from now until the end of the holiday season.

Once you open these fancy Fortnite Winterfest presents, you can show them off in the battle royale game. This year there are two Fortnite skins, two gliders, two wraps, some music, a spray, a pickaxe, a contrail, an emote, an emoticon, and at least one other present the game isn't allowing players to open just yet. The Winterfest event lasts from December 13 until January 3, ending at 6am PT / 9am ET/ 2pm GMT.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:13 PM
     The PCGamesN gaming gift guide 2022

This year emerged from the flames of 2021 like a phoenix, bringing the Steam Deck, Nvidia RTX 4000 series graphics cards, and Intel 13th generation processors into our lives. You'd be hailed a hero if you gift any of these into someone's stocking, though, as they're not exactly cheap items. Whether you're looking for some Christmas gaming gifts for a loved one, someone that you can barely tolerate, or just need some seasonal motivation to treat yourself, we've assembled a roundup of the best gifts for PC gamers.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:17 PM
     EVGA auctions Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU prototype for charity

When EVGA cut ties with Nvidia earlier this year, many thought that we would never see what designs it had in mind for the GeForce RTX 4090. However, in a surprise turn of events, you now have a chance to own one of the few prototype GPUs made prior to the company's exit from the market. Better still, it's a working graphics card that can play games.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:15 PM
     GTA 5 DLC smuggles in fan favourite San Andreas link

GTA 5 is a sandbox game filled with Easter eggs and references to pop culture, other media, and even its own series of games, and this extends to GTA 5 DLC too. It's so prevalent in fact, that a new Easter egg in GTA Online is a direct reference to GTA San Andreas. So while we all wait for the GTA 6, at least we have this van.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:14 PM
     Hogwarts Legacy release date, trailers, gameplay, news, and more

Want to know when the Hogwarts Legacy release date is? Revealed during a Sony PlayStation Showcase event in September 2020, Hogwarts Legacy is a prequel to the Harry Potter series of books and films. Developed by Warner Bros. Games, Avalanche, and Portkey Games as a collaborative effort, Hogwarts Legacy is set in the late 1800s, and lets budding witches and wizards fulfil the usual classroom duties as a student, all while exploring the campus and its surrounding areas in this open-world game, along with many of Hogwarts' lively patrons.

The Hogwarts Legacy release date has been pushed back a few times, most recently on December 13, but the latest delay doesn't affect PC. Read on for all the details on the Hogwarts Legacy release date, and what you can expect from the next RPG game in the Harry Potter universe, including Hogwarts Legacy trailers, news, gameplay, and more.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:59 AM
     What is the next Dreamlight Valley update release date?

Want to know the next Disney Dreamlight Valley update release date and who's coming with it? Dreamlight Valley updates add new characters and quests to the life sim, and we already know there's a lot of room for new faces to be added. Fans on social media have been requesting the likes of Cinderella, Belle, and Stitch - and with a certain blue alien having crash-landed in the valley, we know Gameloft are listening.

Despite being in early access, the Disney game has cemented itself as one of the best PC games of 2022, with regular content updates, a vibrant community, and speedy and regular patches when bugs are found. We've now had two large content updates since the game launched just three months ago. With "an almost unlimited source" of classic characters to choose from, there's no sign of these updates slowing down yet.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:53 AM
     Dying Light 2 mod support has arrived via mod.io

Dying Light 2 mod support has arrived on PC. Starting December 13, Dying Light 2 owners can download the zombie game's developer tools as a separate DLC pack on Steam and the Epic Games Store, and then share their mods and map creations using the mod.io platform.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:47 AM
     Fortnite NPC locations – all character items

Fortnite NPC locations change every season, and more are adding during the season, so it's useful to know where you can find current characters in Chapter 4, Season 1. While some Fortnite NPCs stay put, others might be on rotation, so double-check below if there's a particular character you'd like to see.

There are a few reasons you might want to find a Fortnite NPC location in the battle royale game, whether you're hiring some help, buying one of the new Fortnite weapons, or generating a rift from out of nowhere. There's a new hostile NPC to defeat too, but if you're looking for someone a little more friendly, we have every NPC location marked on the Fortnite map, as well as a list of all of the special items or services you can buy.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:36 AM
     New Fortnite weapons – all of the guns in Chapter 4 Season 1

Looking for a list of all of the new Fortnite weapons? With Chapter 4 Season 1 now underway, we have a brand new island to explore and a whole host of new guns to wield. These range from machine guns, DMRs, and other returning weapons to brand new ones such as the Ex-Caliber, which could define the meta in the near future.

So after checking out the Fortnite map, you should probably brush up on what Fortnite weapons are now on offer for the battle royale game.  This includes all the exotic weapons sold by Fortnite NPCs, and even some new items that can help you greatly when it comes to sprinting across the island towards safety.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:38 AM
     Step up your tech with Gigabyte's holiday range

They say a workman is only as good as his tools, and this old adage is just as true in the world of gaming. You can't smoke your enemies in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 or clutch that last-second win in Overwatch 2 if your hardware can't keep up with your games. Whether on the move or playing at home, a gamer needs to be equipped with the best tech to perform to the best of their ability.


PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:15 AM
     Genshin Impact characters may be free during 3.4 Lantern Rite event

Several Genshin Impact characters might be handed out for free during the Lantern Rite event in the anime game's version 3.4 update. Lantern Rite is an annual event that usually offers a number of freebies as part of the celebration, and these new, leaked details say that players will once again get to choose their reward from a list of characters this year.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:12 AM
     Rainbow Six Siege Y7S4.1 patch notes fix Solis' wonky hands

Some new Rainbow Six Siege patch notes are out for the Y7S4.1 update, which is available now on all platforms. While Ubisoft swiftly addressed some of the most pressing issues that cropped up with the launch of Operation Solar Raid earlier this month, this patch makes some additional tweaks and fixes to some stray issues that were still plaguing the multiplayer game.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:03 AM
     The best Samurai games on PC in 2022

Looking for a the best samurai games on PC? Samurai are the subject of ceaseless fascination for many gamers thanks to their ornate armour, razor-sharp weaponry, and the stories that have been told about them in other media thanks to directors like Akira Kurosawa and Yôji Yamada. Unfortunately, there are surprisingly few dedicated samurai games, especially here on the best platform of all: PC.

To right that wrong, we've dug through every digital store and upcoming release in search of the very best samurai games around. With few options to choose from, we've had to get a bit creative with our choices, so expect some games that only feature samurai in limited roles, games with characters like samurai, ronin games, and heaps of different genres. Everything from hack-and-slash games and strategy behemoths to action-adventure games and multiplayer brawlers is on the cards for this samurai games list. Join us as we break down eight of the top samurai games on PC, from old games classics to new samurai games.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:38 AM
     Dreamlight Valley boba tea recipes and ingredients

Need to know how to make Dreamlight Valley boba tea? Turns out Dreamlight Valley residents are just like me and absolutely love a delicious drink of boba tea - with a particular emphasis on the raspberry-flavoured variant. Not only does drinking a delicious boba tea fill you with energy, but giving the milky beverage to five villagers completes one of your Star Path duties, giving you tokens towards your favourite festive rewards - but it must be raspberry flavoured.

All-in-all though, there are five tasty flavours of bubble tea: regular, coconut, gooseberry, mint, and raspberry, so be sure to try them all for different levels of energy. These new Disney Dreamlight Valley recipes were added to the life game with the Toy Story update, along with festive-themed recipes such as fruitcake and a sweet gingerbread house. Many of the new recipes will be required to complete Star Path duties, helping celebrate both the new battle pass and the new content additions - hint, keep the coconut boba tea and yule log recipes handy! With that in mind, here's how to make every type of boba tea in Dreamlight Valley.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:32 AM
     Destiny 2 Heist Battleground playlist details and rewards

If you haven't played the game in a while, you might be wondering, what is Destiny 2 Heist Battleground and how do I unlock it? Heist Battleground is the game's seasonal activity, and it involves preventing Xivu Arath's forces from stealing Rasputin's subminds from deep within underground bunkers. Destiny 2 season 19's activity is much more challenging than some of the previous season's activities, and there are some special mechanics that players should know so they can through it quickly and effectively. It will be helpful for all Guardians to understand how to unlock and progress the activity before they start.

Here's everything you want to know about Destiny 2 season 19 Heist Battleground, including a breakdown of the quest steps needed to unlock it and tips on completing the activity in one of the best free PC games.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:32 AM
     League of Legends patch 12.23b preview: Huge Udyr changes, Lux buff

The League of Legends patch 12.23b preview is one that will have long-time fans of the MOBA rolling their eyes a little - Lux buffs, really? Yes indeed, folks, as well as some huge changes to the recently reworked Udyr, and some general jungle nerfs.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:08 AM
     The best Tycoon games to play in 2022

Looking for some of the best tycoon games to add to your collection? Whether you're looking for classic park management, or taking charge of a complex, nuanced business, there are plenty of great options to choose from right now, across a range of themes. This is a classic genre that's had plenty of love since its early days, with sequels and new blood galore.

While there are plenty of classic tycoon games we could talk about - many of which actually have 'tycoon' in the name - we've decided to focus on modern highlights, as this is a genre that's constantly getting new releases and new ideas. We've also kept the definition relatively broad, as there are plenty of simulation games that you may not consider strictly 'tycoon' games, but have strong business or economic themes with the mechanics to back them up.


PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:29 AM
     The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and more practically free games on GOG

An absolutely colossal GOG sale is currently underway, as the CD Projekt-owned storefront is selling games like The Witcher 3 - which now has a next-gen update - Cyberpunk 2077, and the original Diablo all for discounted prices. There are plenty of experiences to sink your teeth into as some of the best FPS, strategy, action, and RPG games are on sale right now.

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PCGamesN Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:43 AM
     Minecraft mod turns Endermen into Slendermen, and it's terrifying

A Minecraft mod is a bit like Aladdin on a magic carpet because it can show you the world, as long as the world you want to see is some weird tweak to the sandbox game. There are mods for basically everything out there, but some of the most entertaining ones are those that tweak the original game in surprising ways, like this upcoming Endermen mod.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:00 PM
    

When Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII first came out in 2007 as part of Square Enix's somewhat indulgent (and merely so-so) FF7 Compilation project, it was intended to fill in the backstory of one of the main game's most mysterious and spoilerific character twists. Namely that FF7 hero and perpetual mopey boy Cloud Strife wasn't quite who he thought he was, and that he actually owes a lot of his life (literally and figuratively) to the peppy, squat-loving ShinRa go-getter Zack Fair. (And if you're mad about me spoiling that 25-year-old story beat, wait until you see what they've done with FF7 Remake).

It's with FF7 Remake in mind, though, that many of you will probably be wondering where this swanky new remaster of FF7's PSP prequel fits into the increasingly up for grabs timeline of Squeenix's ongoing Remake trilogy. And just as the original Crisis Core was almost impossible to talk about without entering major spoiler territory for the main game of Final Fantasy VII, so it goes for Crisis Core - Final Fantasy VII - Reunion. For the spoiler-averse, I'll say this. If you don't already know the backstory of Zack and his relationship with arch mega villain Sephiroth, this is a perfectly fine action game that's received a lot of welcome polish for a 15-year old PSP title, but is probably still best experienced through a comprehensive YouTube retrospective as opposed to forking out £40 / $50 for it. For everyone else out there, though, let's get into it.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:04 AM
    

Overwatch 2 struggled to quickly apply fixes for issues with its heroes during Season 1, but Blizzard say they've managed to sort all that out for the recently minted hero shooter. A hotfixing tool that was used for the first time today means there shouldn't be any need for more weeks-long absences such as Bastion and Mei's in Season 1. According to a Twitter thread by Overwatch 2's commercial lead Jon Spector, the hotfix tool also lets Blizzard apply hero rebalances much more quickly. It doesn't all sound like plain sailing, though.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:37 AM
    

Rodent-starring action RPG Ghost Of A Tale is free on GOG for 72 hours to mark the kick off of the storefront's Winter Sale. The offer runs out on December 15th, although you'll need to agree to receive marketing emails to nab the game. It's a story about a music-loving mouse searching for his wife in a medieval world populated by anthropomorphic animals. If you've not seen Ghost Of A Tale in action before, or just forgotten in the intervening four and a bit years since its release, have a watch of the trailer below.

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Twinfinite Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:09 PM
     Junzo Hosoi and Shinichi Abiko talk about Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key.

Twinfinite Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:26 PM
     Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord will be released in North America and Europe.

Twinfinite Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:00 PM
     Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Debuts First Official Trailer

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     Not everyone will be able to play Hogwarts Legacy at the same time.

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     Find out how much time you've spent on your PlayStation device in 2022.

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     While this is definitely subjective, there's no denying that these have been heavily criticized and even hated!

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     More than just a simple remaster.

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     These were the best RPGs we got to play in 2022.

Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:30 PM
    

Crisis Core FFVII's Zack Fair Appears Alongside Twitter Likes

There is an unexpected Crisis Core FFVII Reunion surprise featuring Zack Fair on Twitter on December 13, 2022. Users in Japan who "like" any tweet that uses the #クライシスコア or #CrisisCore hashtag will be greeted by Zack himself. When the Like button is pressed, Zack will show up, give a wink and a thumbs-up, then disappear in a puff of black feathers. However, the feature is only available today in honor of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion's release.

Check out a video of the Crisis Core FFVII Reunion Twitter animation below, captured by the Aitai Japan CEO:

https://twitter.com/aitaikimochi/status/1602630676737675264

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, a prequel to 1997's Final Fantasy VII, was released in Japan in 2007 for the PlayStation Portable. The game follows Zack Fair, a member of SOLDIER who is assigned to search for a missing SOLDIER by the name of Genesis. Along the way, he uncovers the dark secrets Shinra is hiding, all while interacting with characters such as Sephiroth, Aerith, and Cloud.

Zack returned in the remake of the game, titled Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion. It was announced in June 2022. It offers updated graphics, a reworked combat system, a brand-new UI, and a remastered soundtrack.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is available now for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. You can read our review of the game here.

The post Crisis Core FFVII's Zack Fair Appears Alongside Twitter Likes appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:00 PM
    

Good sequels don't try to reinvent the wheel, and instead look for new places for that wheel to go. If that's your metric of success, then River City Girls 2 may turn out to be very good sequel, at least judging by its opening hour or two. In fact, the opening hour of the game might be a little too familiar, especially if the first game is fresh in your mind. Nevertheless, if you're not yet tired of WayForward's blending of inimitable cartoon style, solid brawling, and light RPG progression, the game promises considerable expansion once the introductions are over.

As before, River City Girls 2 is led by Misako and Kyoko, the tough-as-nails girlfriends of Kunio and Riki (of River City Ransom fame). The girls have rescued their boys from the clutches of the Sanwakai crime syndicate, thoroughly humiliating its acting head, Sabuko. Now Sabuko's brother Ken and father Sabu (who happens to be River City Ransom's big bad) have stepped in. The result? Misako and Kyoko have been expelled from school, spending months laying low at home playing video games. Complications arise when they want to leave the house for once, and find the town taken over by yakuza goons. With their skills rusty but their hearts full violence, they need to beat their way through a small army of thugs to save the town again.

So far, so good. Brawlers like River City Girls 2 don't need hugely complex plotlines to get going. Instead, they're carried on the strength of the characters, and like its original River City Girls 2 is overflowing with personality. At the outset of the game you can play Kyoko, Misako, Kunio, and Riki, in single- and up to four-player local and online co-op. I haven't gotten far enough to unlock them yet, but Marian and Provie are also playable. Character designs, cutscenes, and dialog sprites are all illustrated in an art style that's an appealing blend of manga and American cartoons. The voice acting is also spot-on, and in one welcome addition, a Japanese voice track is available, adding new facets to the performances.

The sense of personality is reflected even in combat animations. Every character, even the generic mooks, animates in gorgeous pixel art, constantly moving, even in their idle cycles. Since they were available in River City Girls, all four of the initial playable characters have familiar move sets. Months on the couch have conveniently set their levels back to zero, giving players an excuse to grind and gain experience once more. They've got fast normal attacks, heavy strikes that knock foes down, and can grab and stomp enemies when they're stunned or knocked down. Thankfully, a few more moves, like specials, are available at the beginning of the game, so you don't need to unlock some basic attacks anymore. Though some of the animations feel recycled from the first game, additional visual flair like particle effects keep things looking fresh. Moves are unlocked with a mix of buying them from the Dojo and unlocking them by leveling up.

River City Girls 2 Kyoko

As before, you can also recruit goons to your side, deploying them like Assist Attacks in a fighting game. You can have two this time, and they come in handy to knock enemies out of a combo or absorb a charge. One new twist is the addition of a home base, where you can swap characters, change out your accessories, and even choose which goons accompany you into battle. They all appear in a big list, adding a Pokemon-like urge to "catch 'em all."

I'm still early into what looks to be a substantial expansion to its game world, but River City Girls 2 is a rollicking good time so far.

River City Girls 2 releases on Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on December 15, 2022 in North America and Europe. It's already available in Japan and Asia. This preview is based on a PC copy of the game provided by the publisher.

The post Preview: River City Girls 2 is Familiar, but Promising appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 2:30 PM
    

Tekken 7 Patch Notes for 5.10 Update Appear, Detail Streaming Mode

There's a new Tekken 7 update, as patch 5.10 and its official notes are here. Bandai Namco went over everything people can expect from the update. While there are some new items, like the new Tekken Character Panel Set, most adjust or add features to the game. For example, there's a Tekken 7 Streaming Mode for privacy purposes. There are also character selection quality of life adjustments.

The Tekken 7 Streaming Mode update for people playing online. Normally, playing a fighting game in versus can show both players' Gamertag or PSN ID to people watching. This new mode removes that. While your information will still be shown, the person you are playing against's will not. This applies to the Ranked Match, Player Match, and Quick Match options. That way, some random person you are fighting who can't give consent won't have their identity exposed.

Here are the full 5.10 patch notes for the new Tekken 7 update, from Bandai Namco's site.

  • Addition of New Customisation Items: We added the Ver. 5.10 Character Panel Set.
  • Addition of Streaming Mode: We added Streaming Mode in Game Options. When Streaming Mode is switched on, the online ID/gamertag of the opponent on the VS screen and the battle screen in Ranked Match, Player Match, and Quick Match will change to the character name.
  • Expanded Character Selection Features: Players can now register their favorite character and costume combination and select it with one button. We also added a feature that remembers the last costume that was selected until the game is closed.
  • Modified Tournament Settings: We made some modifications to the Tournament Settings in Game Options. When Tournament Settings are switched on, players will not be able to use the following character selection features in the Versus Battle: "Favorite" settings, Character costume selection, Saving of last costume selected
  • Updated Connection Status Info Display: We made the following changes to the connection status info display: Connection status info display format updated, Text color in some parts of the display updated to show sync status, Info added on the processing load of the PCs used in the match

Tekken 7 is available in arcades and on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, and people can now update to patch 5.10. Tekken 8 is in development for the PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 2:00 PM
    

Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2022 Appears

Sony isn't the only company letting people see what they played in 2022. Hot on the heels of the PlayStation 2022 Wrap-Up is one for another console. People can now see their customized Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2022. Like Sony's wrap up, Nintendo takes data from your play experience, then offers various stats based on the experience for people to peruse.

To start, people need to visit the Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2022 official site. You must be logged into your account that you use with your Switch to continue. Once you click the "Get Started" button, it then shares data from various categories. Each one can be shared as a screenshot.

The rundown begins with the top three most-played games. After that, it shows three you played at launch. The next criteria goes over three games you've played for over three years. This seems to count as long as you check in over that time.

The following Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2022 section lets you see your "favorite" game that year. This can be shown by time or by month. So for example, my "by time" one that showed up first was Xenoblade Chronicles 3, as it was played 21 days, for 53 hours, and was both a most played title and played at launch. However, when going by month, it started in January 2022 with Pokemon Legends: Arceus, which I played for 48 hours over 10 days, was noted as being played at launch, and featured an "intense burst" special designation.

Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2022 Appears

Finally, the summary closes out with a gaming trends pie chart. This shows your avatar in the center, then divides up all of the games you played on the Switch in 2022 by genre.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:30 PM
    

Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse Characters and Locations Detailed

Koei Tecmo shared more details about Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse, this time going over some important characters and unsettling locations. The official website updated with the new information. There's also a new video message from Producer Yutaka Fukaya and Director Makoto Shibata.

First, the company elaborated on four Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse characters. Two are the parents of Ruka Minazuki, one of the playable characters. Sayaka Minazuki is ill and left after what her husband put Ruka through. Soya Yomotsuki is a mask maker who makes them for the Rogetsu Kagura festival. He also used to put them on Ruka. He's trying to create the titular Mask of the Lunar Eclipse.

The other two Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse characters revealed are Shigeto Haibara and his son, Yo. Shigeto wears many hats. He's the leader on the island. He's also a priest who heads up the Rogetsu Kagura. As the founder of the Haibara Infirmary, he's also its director. Meanwhile, Yo is a doctor at that clinic, which he asked his father to make, and involves the Rogetsu Hall for Moonlight Syndrome patients.

As for the Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse locations, most of them are tied to the Haibara family. One of the places people will visit is the Haibara Clinic. That is where Yo conducted his experiments. It is also where Moonlight Syndrome patients would stay. They would be in its Rogetsu Hall.

There are also some places tied to the Rogetsu Kagura festival and past events. People will visit Ruka's father, Soya, at the Yomotsuki Residence. The Cape Tsukiyomi Lighthouse is also prominently featured. The shrine there is a key location during the festival.

Finally, here is the message from the developers. It starts with Producer Yutaka Fukaya thanking people, and reminding folks it has been 15 years since the Japanese debut. At the 1:02 mark, Director Makoto Shibata appears. Shibata reminded people that he's been working on the series since the original PS2 game. He also thanked people for their support.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEF29GjZ-F8&ab_channel=KOEITECMOAMERICA

Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse will come to the Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC via Steam on March 9, 2023. It will only be available digitally.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:00 PM
    

Mega Man 35th Anniversary Merchandise merch

The Mega Man (aka Rockman) franchise turned 35 years old this year, and Capcom is celebrating with a line of exclusive new prize item merchandise. Fans can obtain the MegaMan 35th Anniversary gear from Capcom's amusement facilities in Japan, or via its Net Catcher online crane game [Thanks, Game Watch!]

The Mega Man 35th Anniversary prize lineup is led by a pair of exclusive graphic t-shirts, and a set of six pouches. Their designs deliberately evoke the box art on the Japanese editions of Rockman, Rockman 2, Rockman 3, Rockman 4, Rockman 5, and Rockman 6.

The shirts come in large size, and each design is packaged in a box that looks highly similar to the Rockman and Rockman 2 box. One shirt features the Rockman box art on a blue background and the other the Rockman 2 box art a red background.

Mega Man Shirt

The next category of Mega Man 35th Anniversary merchandise covers a bit more of the line. A set of six "package pouches" closely replicates the box art of the first six Rockman titles on the exterior of the pouch. The detail is pretty comprehensive, covering the front, back, top, bottom, and sides of the pouch in authentic logos and box text. The interior of the pouch contains two pockets: The interior of the lid has a pocket for flat items like cards or papers, and the inside has a mesh pocket suitable for holding electronic devices like power banks, chargers, cords, headphones, or other items.

Mega Man Pouch

Capcom's Mega Man 35th Anniversary prize items are available through Capcom's amusement facilities, as well as the Net Catcher online crane game in Japan. The games are available on modern platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PC, Amazon Luna, and Xbox One via the Mega Man Legacy Collection, a remastered compilation of the first six Mega Man games.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:30 PM
    

Crunchyroll revealed the North American SAO Progressive movie 2 release date for Canada and the USA. Sword Art Online Progressive: Scherzo of Deep Night will appear in theaters in both countries on February 3, 2023. That is just days after its Australian and UK releases.

First, Sword Art Online Progressive: Scherzo of Deep Night will show up in England, Ireland, and Scotland. People there can see an English dubbed or subbed version on February 1, 2023. On the next day, people in Australia and New Zealand will be able to see the film on February 2, 2023. Finally February 3, 2023 is the SAO Progressive movie 2 release date for Canada and the US.

This is only the start of theatrical showings. Crunchyroll also committed to a European and Latin American release as well. However, it didn't note when it will appear in countries in those regions yet.

To go along with the SAO Progressive movie 2 release dates for Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, and the USA, there's a new trailer. It features the theme song, while also showing Asuna and Kirito fighting alongside each other.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMZQ9s1lU2M&ab_channel=CrunchyrollCollection

Here is the official movie poster.
SAO Progressive Movie 2 USA and Canada Release Date Set

SAO Progressive movie 2 is a direct follow up to the first film, Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night. It is available to stream on Crunchyroll.

Sword Art Online Progressive: Scherzo of Deep Night is immediately available in Japan. It debuted there in October 2022.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:00 PM
    

sonic frontiers sales

Sega announced sales figures for Sonic Frontiers passed over 2.5 million copies worldwide. This milestone comes a little over a month since the game first came out on November 8, 2022. This takes into account sales over all platforms, as well as both digital and physical versions of the game.

In a follow-up tweet to the sales figures milestone announcement, Sega reminded people that there will be new content for Sonic Frontiers in 2023. As such, sales for the game will likely continue to grow as more content becomes available for players. Sega unveiled the road map for new version updates and DLC in late November 2022. All of the updates will be free, and will feature new additions to the game such as a photo mode and challenge modes. You will also be able to play as Tails, Knuckles, and Amy Rose.

Sonic Frontiers had a fairly mixed reception, despite its strong sales. Morio Kishimoto, the director of the game, sent out a tweet shortly after the game's launch in regards to critic and fan response. He stated that there is still a long way for him to go, and that he is taking it very seriously as a playtest on a global scale. You can read our review of Sonic Frontiers here.

Sonic Frontiers is available on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Windows PC, and Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:30 AM
    

Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Bardock DLC Release Date Set for January

Bandai Namco shared the Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Bardock DLC release date. It should look familiar. That's because it is also when the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions will appear. The new add-on will join the next-gen upgrades on January 13, 2023. There's also a new teaser. At the end of it, another major character appearance is teased.

First, here's the new Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Bardock DLC release date trailer. It primarily focuses on combat. People get to see Bardock fighting various Frieza Force opponents. He starts out against grunts. Eventually, he moves onto matches against soldiers, corporals, officers, and commandos. However, there's also a possible hint of things to come at the end of that video. Once the 3:50 mark is hit, Frieza appears. This is a hint as to how the storyline in the add-on will go.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7WK3WOpyvs&ab_channel=BandaiNamcoEntertainmentAmerica

As a reminder, the next-gen version of Dragon Ball Z Kakarot features a number of upgrades. For example, it will perform better and feature quicker load times. People can also play Card Warriors offline and alone if they have it. Those who own the PS4 or Xbox One version and a newer console in that family can get the PS5 or Xbox Series X update for free.

Dragon Ball Z Kakarot is available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The PS5 and Xbox Series X versions will appear on January 13, 2023. That is also the Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Bardock DLC release date.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 11:00 AM
    

PlayStation 2022 Wrap-Up for PS4 and PS5 Games Appears

Sony announced on the PlayStation Blog that once again PS4 and PS5 owners can see their PlayStation 2022 Wrap-Up. This is a yearly opportunity to check and see most-played games. After someone goes through it, they can get Astro Bot avatar codes to customize their profile.

Here's how the PlayStation 2022 Wrap-Up works. First, you need to have spent playing at least 10 hours on a PS4 or PS5 in 2022. You also had to allow Sony to collect "full data collection if you use a PS5. If you own a PS4 and live in Africa, Australia, Europe, India, the Middle East, or Russia, you had to allow Sony to collect "additional data." The "timer" started on January 1, 2022. Also, the data will still update up until December 31, 2022. You then need to be logged into your account on your PC. From there, you go to the official site. If you are logged in, you will see your avatar and username already on that page. It will appear above a "Start Now" button.

From there, you need to Explore Your Score to get your free Astro Bot avatar. The four sections are represented by PlayStation triangle, circle, cross, and square buttons, which are tied to total play time, top games, trophies earned, and your year on PlayStation Plus. The total playtime shows how much you played on a PS4 and PS5. The top games shows your top five most-played games, complete with hours logged for each one. Trophies earned shows how many total trophies you got, then broke that down into categories. The PlayStation Plus page shows how many free games appeared, as well as how many of them you added to your library. It also notes how many hours you spent playing games online with PlayStation Plus.

The Sony PlayStation 2022 Wrap-Up is live now.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:30 AM
    

Skullgirls 2nd Encore Black Dahlia, Marie, and Xbox Versions Set for 2023

There are a number of Skullgirls 2nd Encore updates, and they are all set for 2023. Essentially, new DLC characters and the Xbox ports are on the way. Things will start in early 2023, when Black Dahlia joins Skullgirls 2nd Encore, with Xbox One and Series X and Marie following. These all came up during Hidden Variable's 2022 Skullgirls State of the Game announcement.

First, while Black Dahlia is available in Skullgirls Mobile, her full Skullgirls 2nd Encore release got pushed into early 2023. (She originally was supposed to appear in 2022.) There will be no early access phase for her. When she is ready, she will officially launch along with her own story mode and The Bunny Burrow stage.

The Xbox One and Series X versions of the game will also appear in early 2023. This will include both the game and Season 1 Pass DLC characters. Hidden Variable also clarified there will be no Xbox 360 update. However, it didn't note if it will appear before or after Black Dahlia's debut.

Finally, the Skullgirls 2nd Encore Marie DLC will debut in 2023 alongside her own story mode. Hidden Variable also shared a gif of Marie dashing in the game.
Skullgirls 2nd Encore Black Dahlia, Marie, and Xbox Versions Set for 2023 marie
Once Marie is released, full voice acting will be released for the Annie of the Stars, Umbrella, Black Dahlia, and Marie story modes.

Skullgirls 2nd Encore is available on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. The Xbox One and Xbox Series X versions will arrive in early 2023.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:00 AM
    

Crisis Core FFVII Reunion Buster Sword Christmas Tree Created

As part of a Crisis Core FFVII Reunion promotion, Square Enix tapped artist Simon O'Rourke to create a Christmas tree sculpture involving it. The project involved a Blue Atlantic Cedar dying due to dieback and a chainsaw for the carving process. It was created over a four day period.

Here's the official video showing the creation of the Crisis Core FFVII Reunion Buster Sword Christmas tree. An ebony wood stain was used on the "sword" itself, to help it stand out from the tree and recreate the look of the metal weapon. Steel rivets were also inserted in the hilt.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q8kYtzq2H8&ab_channel=FINALFANTASY

With the "tree," branches were carved separately. O'Rourke noted the idea was to make them look like both circuitry and the lines of sword. He also noted the difficulty of the art project. In the Square Enix official interview, he noted, "That's because mechanical - or in this case 'engineered' - subjects need to have perfectly straight lines. For this one, I used a laser level to make sure everything was absolutely perfectly aligned, but it's actually much of a challenge to get these right compared to, say, an animal."

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is now available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:30 AM
    

Street Fighter 6 cover Art

Luke may be a relative newcomer to the World Warriors' roster, but he's front and center as the leading man on the Street Fighter 6 cover art. His face and pose are in the cover illustration for the game, but some may prefer to see other characters gracing their shelves when the game launches in June 2023. Capcom and its retail partners are obliging, at least for those in Japan. According to a post from the official Japanese Street Fighter 6 account, players who buy the game from Amazon Japan or retailer Geo will get alternative cover art inserts featuring four different characters [Thanks, ResetEra!]

The alternative Street Fighter 6 box art insert are split between the two retailers. They apply to both the PS4 and PS5 versions of the game in Japan.

Street Fighter 6 cover art

Players who pick up the game via Amazon Japan will get a reversible cover featuring Chun-li and Guile. Both Chun-li and Guile appear as they do in Street Fighter 6, with update appearances and costumes. Buyers who grab it through Geo will get inserts featuring Luke's buddy and fellow newcomer Jamie, as well as the ever-popular Juri. Juri's cover is particularly stylized, rendered almost entirely in cyan and hot pink. The logo text for the game on the alternative Street Fighter 6 box art inserts is also further adjusted to reflect the characters' background and personality. For example, Guile's cover art uses military block lettering for the Street Fighter 6 logo.

These alternative covers have not yet been announced for versions of the game outside Japan.

As an aside, some fan dissatisfaction with the Street Fighter 6 cover art reached the ears of voice actor Aleks Le, who plays Luke. In response, Le drew up his own alternate cover concept.

https://twitter.com/AleksLeVO/status/1602395048124944386

Street Fighter 6 launches on June 2, 2023, on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X. It's also getting an arcade release.

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Siliconera Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:00 AM
    

crisis core final fantasy vii FFVII reunion materia fusion

Materia is an integral part of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion and, similar to its function in Final Fantasy VII, players will be using this iconic Final Fantasy item to equip magic, boost stats, and even special attacks. While the Materia system in FFVII was fairly simple by comparison, Crisis Core FFVII Reunion's Materia system includes the Materia Fusion option. This means that players can fuse Materia to create more powerful ones in Crisis Core FFVII Reunion, which includes higher level spells and attacks.

How to Unlock Materia Fusion in Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion.

Since this feature is so integral, Crisis Core FFVII Reunion doesn't look Materia Fusion away from the player for too long. The only thing you need to do in order to unlock the feature is reach Chapter 3. You will know when you get there, as the game will provide you a brief tutorial on Materia Fusion and Zack will get a slight outfit change. For spoilers sake, I won't be sharing what events take place up to Chapter 3. Just know that once the option is available, the game will absolutely let you know.

Materia Fusion Crisis Core Final Fantasy VII FFVII Reunion

Why is Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion Materia Fusion Important?

However, you might be wondering why Crisis Core FFVII Reunion Materia fusion is more beneficial as opposed to getting it from sub-missions. Leveling up Materia to fuse them will unlock higher level spells faster. For example, leveling up your Fire and Cure Materia to 5-stars will allow you to unlock Fira. Keep in mind the dominant Materia will affect what Materia will result in the fusion. Combining Cure and Fire with Cure in the top spot will net you a Regen Materia. Additionally, this system will also allow you to effectively add stats to that specific Materia. For example, if you combine a two Thunder Materia with Magic+2, will grant you a Thunder Materia Magic+4.

Keep in mind that while this system may feel a bit overwhelming at first, it really boils down to basic math. Just keep in mind that when fusing Materia, the Materia with the higher level passive stat will get the boost. Meaning that the secondary stat will be eaten and not carried over if it isn't the same stat.

Grades are also something to consider when fusing Materia. Fusing a high grade Materia with a low grade Materia will allow for the resulting Materia to keep its inherited high grade. So keep that in mind as well when picking and choosing Materia to fuse.

If you're unsure, make sure to save before doing any major Materia fusion. That way, you can roll it back if you're unhappy with any choice you've made.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC. You can read our review here.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, December 13, 2022 3:00 PM
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, December 13, 2022 2:00 PM
     Featured BannerlordMount and Blade 2: Bannerlord is one of the quintessential medieval sandbox experiences out there. While you can just simply conquer the known world with a vast army, you can also conquer the world's economy by having the best possible companions around to lead your caravans. Here's what to look for when hiring the best companions for caravans in Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord. Who are the best companions for caravans in Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord? Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord has a lot of traits and stats across the game's many different companions so the game can be pretty overwhelming to learn. Sometimes you might end up hiring a companion you don't like. But don't worry, since you can check out our guide on how to dismiss companions if you need to cut costs. However, if we're just talking about caravan masters, then you want to look for characters with these titles: The Swift and The Spicevendor. Image via TaleWorlds Entertainment Titles help indicate the ski...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:30 PM
     Gog Winter Sale 2022GOG has once again started up its Winter Sale to cap off 2022. From now until January 2, you can check out a plethora of deals on games new and old. And it might be a good idea to pick some of these games up now while they're at a low price. GOG users can also snag a game for free, so be sure to check this sale out while it's available. To kick things off, GOG is giving away Ghost of a Tale. This is an action RPG where players navigate a mouse named Tilo. And since he's only a mouse, the best he can do is sneak past his foes and carefully explore his environment. It's free, so all you need to do is head over to the game page and add it to your library. Elsewhere, GOG has a few neat deals for its 2022 Winter Sale. As expected, The Witcher series is on sale for a very cheap price. The Witcher: Enhanced Edition, not to be confused with the upcoming remake, is currently dirt cheap. The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is just $3 USD, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt –...

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     Minecraft is a sandbox game that, like any other game, can occasionally experience lag and errors. But some players, in particular, experience more lag than usual due to unknown reasons. These reasons may be related to the desktop they use or the game itself. Here are the top 5 reasons why your world lags in […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 13, 2022 1:00 PM
     Pokemon Legends: Arceus is set in olden times in the Pokemon world when it was rare to find harmony between people and Pokemon. Set in Hisui, modern-day Sinnoh, you will join the Galaxy Expedition Team (Galaxy Team for short) as a member of the Survey Corps stationed in Jubilife Village. You will be tasked to […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 13, 2022 12:00 PM
     Blizzard is resetting all progress in Hero's Journey when the next major patch drops in December. Blizzard has been very aggressive with updates and changes to Diablo Immortal. The recent update brought in another set of server mergers, limited-time events, 36 new Legendary Items, and various other updates. One update that many players probably missed […]

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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:00 AM
     Save yourself from discrimination by hiding your previous rank in VALORANT. There are several ways to gauge player skill in VALORANT. A player's headshot percentage, win rate, or kill/death ratio can give you a good idea of how a player will perform in-game. However, one metric will instantly give players a good idea about how […]

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     While we don't have a look at any future BioShock game coming anytime soon, creative director Ken Levine and Ghost Story Games has something that could be very much in the same vein as the critically-acclaimed shooter. Here's the reveal trailer for Judas which doesn't take place underwater or up in the sky—but in outer […]

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     Square Enix is currently sitting on the successful launch of Crisis Core – FFVII – Reunion, but that doesn't mean they're done with the world of Final Fantasy VII yet. A mobile game set in the same timeline is slated to release next year, and we have a look at FFVII Ever Crisis. Watch this: […]

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The PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam versions will still launch on February 10.

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A new "Producer Messages" video was also released.

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