Kotaku Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:25 AM  Goat Simulator 3 developer Coffee Stain North has ended up under the thumb of Grand Theft Auto publisher Take-Two after posting an ad for its open-world havoc simulator that used footage from this year's Grand Theft Auto VI leak. |
Kotaku Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:00 AM  There was a time, back in the day, where you'd just buy a finished game and played it. No day-one updates or extra patches—it was simple. These games couldn't "die" because they simply…existed. But as MMOs and live-service games (or "games as a service") began to proliferate, requiring online servers and constant… |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:42 AM  The Intel Core i9 13900K delivers great performance out of the box, but you can squeeze even more power out of the CPU through overclocking. Now, as is tradition with each of team blue's flagships, enthusiasts continue to push the chip to its limits. In doing so, they've managed to break a world record. Continue reading Intel Core i9 13900K overclock smashes previous world record MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Arc Alchemist GPUs - everything we know, Raptor Lake CPUs - everything we know, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:18 AM  The new Overwatch 2 skin Gingerbread Bastion can be yours for just one of the Overwatch Coins adopted by Blizzard in the transition to its second instalment of the hero shooter. The new Overwatch currency was introduced as part of the switch to a seasonal model for the FPS game, which removes the loot boxes of old in favour of the current battle pass standard. However, the step away from the first game's Overwatch Credits has left newcomers out in the cold somewhat when it comes to having some good old-fashioned fun. Continue reading Overwatch 2 Coins make new players less playful MORE FROM PCGAMESN: All Overwatch 2 characters, Best Overwatch 2 settings, Overwatch 2 tier list |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:15 AM  It's no secret that the Razer Blade 14 is the sharpest gaming PC on the market – that cat is well and truly out of the bag, and for good reason. Razer has long been trusted to make solid, reliable, and cutting-edge technology that gives users the best possible gaming experience, and with the Razer Blade 14, Razer has outdone itself yet again. Continue reading Your Razer Blade experience just got sharper with these accessories MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:25 AM  The Destiny 2 Lightfall release date looms, bringing Destiny's first decade closer to its dramatic conclusion - only one expansion, The Final Shape, will then remain in the Light and Darkness saga. Whether you love the game for the lore, hardcore PvP gameplay, or deep character customization options, the Lightfall expansion has something for every type of Destiny 2 player. The expansion will introduce us to a new city on Neptune, a new subclass called Strand, and offer several quality-of-life improvements that both Destiny 2 veterans and New Lights will appreciate. Below, you'll find everything we know about the Destiny 2 Lightfall release date, information about the new subclass, a new planet to explore, new in-game features, and more. There's so much coming with Lightfall, and there's a reason that it's not only one of the best free PC games but one of the best FPS games of all time. Continue reading Destiny 2 Lightfall release date, new subclass and map details MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:14 AM  Want to farm Genshin Impact Alhaitham materials ahead of time? It looks like the highly anticipated five-star character is arriving in the next update, so here's where to find his materials. Fortunately we've already got an idea of how Alhaitham's abilities work, and when we can expect Alhaitham's banner in the lineup of upcoming Genshin Impact banners in one of the best free PC games. Continue reading Genshin Impact Alhaitham ascension materials MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:19 AM  It can be surprisingly difficult to find the best free MMOs to suit your gaming taste. There's been an explosion of free-to-play options in recent years, especially in the massively multiplayer online space. From sprawling war zones to story-driven RPGs, there is something for everyone out there. Even if your wallet is gathering cobwebs and your bank account is best friends with the number zero, our list of the best free MMOs currently available on PC is here to help. So without further ado, let's take a look at some of the best free PC games that are available to play without breaking the bank. Continue reading Free MMOs: RPGs and other massively multiplayer greats MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Play RIFT for free, Free MMO list, New MMOs |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:21 AM  What is the best MMORPG on PC? Is it one with spells to sling and demons to slay? Working your way through the stars as a miner or a corporate bigwig? Solving ancient conspiracies and fighting Lovecraftian horrors? Maybe it's all of them. If you're wondering, those oft-used letters represent the words Massively Multiplayer Online, and refer to games where thousands of players come together in the same world. Here's our list of the top MMOs on PC, kicking off with a few of the top free MMOs. You're sure to find something that will swallow up entire days at a time, be that the most popular MMORPG in the world, a hidden gem with a dedicated community, or even an MMO based on a popular book series. Continue reading The best MMORPG and top MMOs you should play in 2022 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPG – top MMOs you should play, Lost Ark class tier list, All Lost Ark Mokoko Seeds locations |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:53 AM  If you've reached the Destiny 2 microwave room, and can't seem to exit without being cooked on the outside, but still cold in the middle, we've got your back. The so-called microwave room is one of the more challenging feats you'll have to perform in order to unlock an exotic pulse rifle. In order to pass through the microwave room, you'll have to be on your toes, and have a decent memory, as part of the puzzle is randomised for everyone in the free PC game. The aim of the microwave room is to simply pass through it, but you'll notice extremely quickly, that one wrong move when you're inside and you're toast. It's vital you know what you're doing in order to get the Destiny 2 Revision Zero exotic, so here's how to get through the microwave room unscathed in one of the best FPS games. Continue reading Destiny 2 microwave room puzzle solution MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:39 AM  A limited-time WoW mount is one of the biggest flexes in the MMORPG. There's nothing quite like owning something that players would give an arm and a leg for, and the limited time Tyrael's Charger was one of those oh-so-special items. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: WoW Dragonflight tier list, The best WoW addons, WoW Dragonflight talents system explained |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:13 AM  Looking for a list of the best dragon games on PC? Since long before the days of Dungeons and Dragons PC games, and before Tolkein became the poster boy of fantasy, dragons have been the most fearsome and majestic creatures of myth. Usually they breath fire and hoard gold, other times they become companions and deign to be ridden, and more often than not they get mistaken for wyverns. PC games, and the best RPGs in particular, are naturally swarming with dragons and dragon-like creatures both as friends and foes. We do love an epic showdown and nothing can deliver quite like a skyscraper-sized, fire-breathing lizard. We've collected some of the best dragon games on PC where you can encounter, battle, or befriend a dragon. Plenty of the best selections are from multiplayer games or MMORPGs. Given that dragons can't often be taken down by a single adventurer (looking at you, Dragonborn) it makes sense that plenty of games that look to tackle dragons do so at the epic proportions of hundreds of players joining together to defeat them. Here are the top dragon games you'll want to try if you need a whole lot more in your life. Continue reading The best Dragon games on PC 2022 |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:24 AM  A Half-Life 2 remake, which takes the abandoned beta version of Valve's seminal FPS game, and uses old design documents and concepts to create an entire, full-length shooter, is due to receive a new chapter, revitalising the famous Raising the Bar project and giving us something to enjoy as we wait – and wait – for Half-Life 3. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best old games, Best FPS games, Best VR games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:05 AM  PC builders may never actually see the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4000 Titan in the flesh, but that doesn't mean we'll never know what the graphics card looks like. In fact, an alleged image of the pixel pusher has led to the production of several renders of the mythical GPU. As you might expect… it's bloody enormous. Continue reading Nvidia GeForce RTX 4000 Titan renders may showcase humongous GPU MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Nvidia RTX 4080 review, Nvidia RTX 4070 rumours, Best graphics card in 2022 |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:14 AM  The best Warzone 2 loadout drops have been officially confirmed, giving players access to their custom setups built in Modern Warfare 2. When the devs first revealed Warzone 2 back in September, players weren't able to acquire entire loadouts from 'The Shop', Warzone's new buy stations. Instead, the shop featured the option to purchase custom weapons for a flat fee, but this decision has been reverted and loadout drops are back once more. Warzone 2 loadout drops contain both primary and secondary weapons, tactical and lethal equipment, as well as a Warzone 2 perks package. Using Modern Warfare 2's create-a-class system, you can utilise your favourite loadouts on Al Mazrah. Once you call in a loadout drop in the free PC game, you need to keep an eye out for any flankers who may be on the lookout to take your hard-earned reward. Continue reading Best Warzone 2 loadout drops for Season 1 Reloaded MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:46 AM  Developer Hotta Studio details the Tower of Fantasy update 2.2 maintenance times, as well as new events coming to the open-world anime game and server transfer dates set to follow the next big patch. Tower of Fantasy 2.2 'Mirafleur Moonshade' is set to release on December 22, with initial server downtime expected to run for roughly five hours prior to the launch. Players will also receive some additional goodies as compensation for this downtime. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Tower of Fantasy codes, Tower of Fantasy characters, How to level up in Tower of Fantasy |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:35 AM  Rainbow Six Siege hackers have been flooding the FPS game with everything from chickens to memes using Ubisoft's ban feed, but the situation has grown much more serious as NSFW and extremely violent imagery is now being fed onto players' screens. Continue reading Rainbow Six Siege hackers are ruining games with NSFW images MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Rainbow Six Siege Year 7 roadmap, Best Rainbow Six Siege operators, Play Rainbow Six Siege |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:47 AM  Time flies when you're having fun, and Overwatch 2 Season 2 is well underway. With it, we've gained access to a new battle pass, map, and plenty of cosmetic skins to spend our hard-earned Overwatch coins on. Season 2 also coincides with the debut of the latest Overwatch 2 tank hero, Ramattra. Overwatch 2 got off to a bumpy start, but the multiplayer game's quickly found its footing, with the welcome debut of Kiriko, Sojourn, and Junker Queen to mark the sequel's release. However, the big question is whether or not Blizzard can sustain this momentum for a second season. Here's everything we know ahead of the Overwatch 2 Season 2 release time, including a full breakdown of Ramattra's abilities. Continue reading Overwatch 2 Season 2, Ramattra, maps, and skins MORE FROM PCGAMESN: All Overwatch 2 characters, Best Overwatch 2 settings, Overwatch 2 tier list |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:49 AM  The best anime games for PC are as wildly varied as the Japanese film, television, and manga from which they are inspired. Whether you fancy being trapped in a school with a sadistic remote-controlled bear, defending yourself from gargantuan humanoid monsters, or joining a book club with a dark side, there are plenty of anime games for PC to choose from in 2022. We've got everything from the biggest games based on Japan's hottest export shows, through the finest JRPG games, to MMOs influenced by the signature anime style. Dragon Ball, Attack on Titan, and Naruto are all present and correct, plus a few other gems you may not have heard of before. Here are all the very best anime games in 2022. Continue reading The best anime games on PC in 2022 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:56 AM  The Destiny 2 Revision Zero exotic quest is now live, granting Guardians who own the season 19 content pass the opportunity to earn the newest pulse rifle. If you want to know how to get the Revision Zero exotic, you're in the right place. The Revision Zero is a unique exotic weapon with anti-barrier rounds built into the gun, which makes it a must-have for all players in season 19. It also has multiple catalyst options, which players can unlock throughout the season in one of the best FPS games of all time. Here's everything you need to know about the Destiny 2 Revision Zero exotic. Continue reading Destiny 2 Revision Zero exotic quest – perks, missions, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:57 AM  A rather spectacular 3D Terraria Christmas build from community creator Lady Forestia shows just how talented the community for one of the best building games on PC has become. The winter wonderland gives off a three-dimensional effect that almost feels like you're looking at a different game altogether. The best part of all? It's available on the Steam Workshop, so you can visit it in-game with your friends right now. Continue reading Terraria Christmas build is a breathtaking 3D winter wonderland MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Terraria mods, Terraria happiness guide, Terraria bosses guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:48 AM  You've almost certainly come across the best Marvel Snap Wong deck while playing lately, because this under-statted card with a powerful ability is the star of the show here. Surrounded by other powerful cards such as White Tiger, Black Panther, and Odin, the aim of the game is to flood your board with tigers and panthers as far as the eye can see. One of the best card games of all time and undoubtedly one of the best free PC games this year, Wong is arguably deserving of a spot in the best Marvel Snap decks list. There are plenty of cards with on reveal abilities in the game, but which ones make it into this deck to support Wong? Here's the best Marvel Snap Wong deck right now. Continue reading Best Marvel Snap Wong deck MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best card games on PC, The best superhero games, The best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:47 AM  Looking for the best Warzone 2 AR? Competitive players typically use the best assault rifles as these weapons are highly versatile. Depending on which assault rifle you opt for, you can easily cover close, medium, and even long-range without breaking a sweat. These weapons are usually a nailed-on starter in most of the best Warzone 2 loadout drops, often being paired alongside the best Warzone 2 SMG or best Warzone 2 sniper to create a well-rounded build for use in the free PC game. Continue reading Best Warzone 2 AR for Season 1 Reloaded MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:30 AM  The Dota 2 collector's cache grants players a swathe of Treasures that contain exclusive, non-tradable cosmetic items, but this year it looks like avid fans of the MOBA are only getting one cache from Valve instead of the usual two. Continue reading Dota 2 collector's cache end date extended, no sign of a new one MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dota 2 heroes, Dota 2 custom games, Which MOBA is best? |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:26 AM  The High on Life Metacritic score puts Justin Roiland and Squanch Games' Rick and Morty-esque FPS game at a middling 68 out of 100, with critics noting technical issues and dull shooting mechanics. On Game Pass, however, Microsoft has just named High on Life the biggest launch of 2022, and the most successful third-party launch of all time, with the comedy shooter topping the most-popular chart above even Minecraft. Continue reading High on Life Metacritic and Game Pass scores show player-critic gulf MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Should you kill 5-Torg in High on Life?, Should you stab Gene in High on Life?, High on Life mission list |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:23 AM  As far as the best roguelikes games go, the Risk of Rain series from Hopoo Games is certainly up there. Deftly maneuvering between 2D action platform game and 3D gameplay, the series is coming back around to its first installment, as Risk of Rain Returns has been announced by Gearbox for PC via Steam, and it's releasing next year. Continue reading Risk of Rain Returns brings Steam roguelike back in style MORE FROM PCGAMESN: best indie games, best roguelike games, best platform games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:06 AM  Looking for games like Sims? If you're fed up with setting your Sims on fire, watching them struggle to control their own bladder, or seeing them wash their dinner plate in the bathroom sink, then these games are very similar to The Sims, but offer a nice alternative to EA's Truman Show simulator. You may be able to download The Sims 4 for free these days, but sometimes it's fun to try something different. From farming, building, and property management, these seven games are the best games like The Sims on PC to tide you over until the Sims 5 release date or a Project Rene beta rolls around. Continue reading The best games like Sims 4 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Planet Zoo review, Planet Zoo animals, Best management games on PC |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 12:00 PM  Some point-and-click adventures prefer their heroes all comedic and wacky, your Guybrush types. Others are more stoic and action-orientated, such as Indy Jones or Graham of Daventry. Who fits better as an adventure game protagonist than Sherlock Holmes, consulting detective, though? The Lost Files Of Sherlock Holmes: The Case Of The Serrated Scalpel taught me that when I was about eight years old, trying to figure out its mysteries while sitting at my dad's Amstrad 286 accompanied by my sister Gem. Okay, I was definitely the Watson of that duo. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 12:00 PM  I'm a big fan of life-sim mini-games. Cooking, crafting, mining, gardening, and all those other videogame-y tasks make something that's a bit mundane into a fun little treat. It looks like developers Niceplay Games agree, as they've taken the joy of tactile crafting and created an entire potion-brewing sim around it - and not only is their crafting system both creative and clever, it's oh so satisfying. We've written about it before, but Potion Craft is out now. You play as an alchemist who has set up shop in an old wizard's hut, ready to sell your many bubbling brews and concoctions to the locals. People will come by the shop during the day banging on about their problems, so you need to listen to each customer's issue, create an appropriate potion to help, and receive a lovely handful of gold in return. It's essentially a shop management sim, since you make money, buy ingredients, and haggle to get a good deal. But the best part of Potion Craft is all in the title; it's getting to grips with the art of potion brewing. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:51 AM  Bricky puzzle game Lego Builder's Journey is the latest freebie being given away on the Epic Games Store as part of their Christmas sale. Honestly, I did not immediately mistake this for Lego Bricktales, which I'm sure you didn't either. Builder's Journey tasks you with solving puzzles by, well, building with Lego. It's also a bit of a looker, with some snazzy visual accoutrements such as ray tracing and global illumination. You can have a watch of the very pretty Builder's Journey trailer below. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:27 AM  Last time, you decided by a narrow margin that becoming overpowered is better than a chunky manual. With no chunky manual to teach you a game's systems, I guess you'll be busy experimenting with that for a while. This week, I've had a queer fancy to (for once) make you pick between things which have absolutely no connection. What's better: seasonal events, or dynamic snow? I know, it's a bit of a silly choice, but hey, it's the last week of work before Christmas, let's goof off. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:05 AM  Two weeks ago, after much hoo hah, the Federal Trade Commision launched a lawsuit with the aim of blocking Microsoft's $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Yesterday, a bunch of CoD players did the same.
The private consumer complaint from the 10 #gamers claims the deal would give Microsoft "far-outsized market power in the video game industry". Power to 'em. Power to the gamers.
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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:31 AM  As you might have noticed, there's just a few days until Christmas lands on us all like an overladen sleigh pulled by some very exhausted and confused reindeers. Overwatch 2's marking the occasion by turning robotic damage hero Bastion into a gingerbread automaton with a new legendary skin. Seeing as it's the holidays, Blizzard are charging just a single Overwatch Coin for the skin, which is way, way less than the thousands that legendaries usually cost. Bastion's fresh look is also quite a bit more involved than some of the other legendary efforts Blizzard's dreamt up for Overwatch 2 so far. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:08 AM  I've been playing Blacktail, ostensibly for review, but with all the seasonal nonsense going on I haven't played enough to give you a big wot I think. It's worth writing about though, so here I am, doing that. It's a weirdo little first-person action-adventure game where you play as the 16-year-old Yaga, who has been run into the forest because the local villagers think she's in league with the witch Baba. If you know any European folklore you may have reason to suspect they're right. Yaga's childhood friends have all vanished, along with her sister, and the game sends you off to breadcrumb trails around a bright, unreal forest, to find the memories of what happened to the unfortunate kiddies. Along the way you grow in power and skill, using different types of arrows with your bow, as well as lures and spells. I like Blacktail because it's a little bit janky in ways that don't break the game, and is absolutely committed to its own particular flavour of odd. It's the kind of game you used to see a lot in the early-mid 00s, and just don't get much anymore. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:00 AM  If you want to open today's door on the RPS Advent Calendar you're going to have to jump and pull on the handle, or scratch on the door until someone comes to open it for me. Unfortunately, today you don't have opposable thumbs - but you're way better at climbing, which is going to come in useful. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:29 AM  Just as Tiktok riffed on Vine for a new generation, co-op rhythm game Disaster Band's taken the bold spirit of Wii Music and turned it into a nail-biting way for up to four people to parp out the greatest hits of Edvard Grieg. There's Steam Workshop support too, so you can always chuck in your own self-penned future hits to jam along with. Have a watch of the game's trailer below, if you don't overly value your ears. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 6:41 AM  Respawn showed a little more of upcoming sci-fi Soulslike Star Wars: Jedi Survivor at The Game Awards earlier this month, but they didn't mention that you'll be able to tame the galaxy's beasts and ride them. In an interview with Game Informer, Jedi Survivor's director Stig Asmussen discussed some of the features that distinguish the action RPG from its predecessor Fallen Order, including mounts and new fighting stances for Cal Kestis' trusty lightsaber. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 6:05 AM  While our RPS Advent Calendar has been counting down to the reveal of our favourite game of the year, another advent calendar has brought far spookier treats. The low-fi indie developers of the Haunted PS1 community have another Madvent Calendar this year, offering another 24 small horror games and oddities released daily. So far, these have ranged from an extreme snowboarding murder game to a pleasant little online social network where you leave messages for other people by decorating plants and plaques in a sunny courtyard. A lovely thing, and free! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 21, 2022 5:53 AM  Call Of Duty: Warzone 2 devs Infinity Ward have locked down DMZ mode's recently opened Building 21 after a "significant infiltration", but say it'll be operational again within the week. For now, the keycards needed to enter Building 21 are disabled. It seems like these keycards may have been the reason for the lockdown, although Infinity Ward have yet to explain just why Building 21 is shutting its doors temporarily. The lockdown was announced in a tweet, which only cryptically referred to the cause. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:54 AM Yeon Sang-ho is back with a Sci-Fi epic on Netflix |
Twinfinite Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:33 AM We have Stranger Things at home. Stranger Things at home: |
Twinfinite Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:52 AM Get ready to go Plus Ultra! Here's 10 of the best rivalries in My Hero Academia. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:33 AM Nic is out for blood. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:00 AM Romance has been a part of Star Wars since the Original Trilogy, here are the top ten Couples of the Star Wars universe. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 12:00 PM
The next installment of Toei's long-running Super Sentai tokusatsu franchise has been unveiled. Japanese network TV Asahi officially revealed that the 47th show in the franchise is titled Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger, which translates roughly to "Monarch Squad King-Ohger." The first episode airs on March 5, 2023 in Japan. It'll follow the conclusion of this year's Sentai show, Avataro Sentai Donbrothers. Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger is the first Super Sentai show to be "King-themed" and incorporates motifs from medieval fantasy settings. Even the title is a multilayered pun, with "Ohsama" being a form of reference to royalty, and the pronunciation of "Ohger" in Japanese being similar to "ouja", a way of saying "monarch". Each member of the King-Ohger squad is the ruler of a fantastic nation. Circumstances bring the team of leaders together to protect the world. TV Asahi also released poster art for the show. [gallery columns="1" size="medium" ids="944490" link="file"] In another first for the franchise, all the principal characters of Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger have designs based on bugs. The red Kuwaga Ohger is based on the stag beetle. The blue Tonbo Ohger uses dragonflies for his look. Yellow queen Kamakiri Ohger is based on the praying mantis. Purple Papillon Ohger is butterfly-themed. Black-colored Hachi Ohger is inspired by the bee. The team's gear and weapons also take from fantasy designs, with swords, shields, capes, and knightly armor. Their transformation item that serves as proof of their royal position. The mecha of King-Ohger are called the "Shugods", and share bug inspirations with their operators. Ohsama Sentai King-Ohger will air in Japan on March 5, 2023. The Power Rangers franchise, which often adapts Super Sentai shows, will debut Power Rangers Cosmic Fury on Netflix in 2023. It'll take elements from 2017's Uchu Sentai Kyuranger and 2019's knight-themed Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger. Original Green Ranger Jason David Frank died in late November 2022. The post 2023's Super Sentai Show is Royalty-Themed King-Ohger appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:30 AM
The Dragon Ball Super Super Hero arc kicked off on December 21, 2022, and the English localization is already available. People can start reading it via both MangaPlus and Viz Media. People can also still read the last two chapters of the Granolah the Survivor Saga arc at the moment. (Those are chapters 86 and 87.) Dragon Ball Super chapter 88 begins with four color pages. While it begins with Goku and Vegeta after the last battle, it then shifts to Saiyaman X-1 (Trunks) and Saiyaman X-2 (Goten) appearing to stop a robbery. After "cleaning up" the scene, we get to see the two dealing with daily life and their families while still trying to pursue their dreams of being super heroes. The official Dragon Ball Twitter account is also celebrating the debut of the new Dragon Ball Super arc. People can get Goten and Trunks icons to use. Their new designs are highlighted in the images.
The Dragon Ball Super manga is available to read on MangaPlus and Viz Media, and the next chapter in the Super Hero arc will appear in English on January 19, 2023. The physical volumes are being released by Viz Media. The Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Blu-ray and DVD will appear in March 2023. The post First Dragon Ball Super Super Hero Arc English Chapter Appears appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:00 AM
The Genshin Impact Tales of the Youkai web event is live, and it (loosely) involves light novels. This one involves heading to a site in your browser to prepare stories for the Yae Publishing House. You combine a title and theme with Paimon's art in exchange for rewards. Here's how the event works. Over the course of five days, you'll get to write five books. You first pick a title. Day one involved three options, all involving an "oni." After you choose a title, Paimon will create an illustration to go with it. Then, you choose one of two stories to "write" based on that title and image. You then get to see your official story after completing creation, with comments from a reader and a paycheck offered after it is done. Taking part each day results in rewards like Mora and Primogems. This is one of many Genshin Impact web events to appear in December 2022. The last two showed up at the beginning of the month and focused on a new character and gameplay element. Duelist Rising involved an opportunity to earn rewards while seeing Genius Invokation TCG cards. Meanwhile, Fluttering Footsteps in the Fields involved watching The Wanderer (Scaramouche) explore Sumeru. Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and the Tales of the Youkai web event will run until December 30, 2022. The post Genshin Impact Tales of the Youkai Web Event Makes Players Light Novel Authors appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:30 AM
Osaka's Universal Studios Japan (USJ) theme park will soon debut Pokemon characters for the first time. Alongside characters from Mario Kart, Pokemon will appear at Universal Studios Japan as part of March 2023's planned "No Limit!" Parade. The Pokemon and Mario parade will kick off on March 1, 2023 [Thanks, Famitsu!]. Check out a promotional video for the Mario and Pokemon parade below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBJXPTLrc9A&t The promo features actor Masaki Suda (Gintama live-action, Hibana: Spark) experiencing the "Super Enthusiasm" that is the hallmark of USJ's "No Limit!" theme. Glimpses of the Pokemon and Mario parade floats can be seen. The Pokemon float includes a Pikachu mascot, an articulated Ho-Oh puppet, and performers holding plush Bulbasaurs and Squirtles. Promotional art of the float also includes a large animatronic Charizard that breathes smoke, a Lugia puppet held up by a group of performers, and a mounted Gengar, Rowlette and more besides. The Mario float is themed after Mario Kart, with a Mario mascot performer sitting in a cart on a replica Rainbow Road. Bowser and other Mario Kart characters are seen in hot pursuit. Besides the two Nintendo brands, other Universal Studios Japan properties will see representation during the parade. Characters from Hello Kitty, Minions, Despicable Me, Peanuts, and Sesame Street will appear in the parade, either as part of a float or as performers. More anime-related brands like One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen might even have a presence, considering they have or have had attractions in the park, too. Guests at Universal Studios Japan can view the parade when it begins in the park's "New York" area, but those who want a prime viewing location can opt to purchase tickets to the Special Viewing Area, a "luxury space" in a prime location on the route. Pre-sales for the tickets begin on January 5, 2023. The "No Limit!" parade featuring Mario and Pokemon begins at Universal Studios Japan on March 1, 2023. The post Pokemon and Mario Kart Will Parade at Universal Studios Japan appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:00 AM
The Genshin Impact Windtrace event is about to get a rerun on December 23, 2022. To help people prepare for the hide-and-seek event, HoYoVerse offered a reminder of what to expect. As usual, it went over the general point of the game, requirements to play, and rewards. To take part in Windtrace rerun, you need to be at least at Adventure Rank 20. However, to unlock every Contested Zone map, you'll need to have hit additional Adventure Ranks and reached certain Statue of the Seven monuments in different regions. The Inazuma one is mentioned specifically here, which needs you to hit AR 30 to get to the Chapter 2, Act 1 "Ritou Escape Plan" quest that lets you get to the right Statue of the Seven. If you do meet requirements, you can head into a four player match to play the game. Three people will be considered Rebels, and the fourth will be the Hunter. The Hunter wins by catching all three Rebels using smarts and Windward Arts like a Sensor Aura that gives a hint as to where someone is. The Rebels win by hiding and evading the Hunter, with that side being victorious as long as one person remains undiscovered. Windward Arts for them include ones that let them disguise themselves as an item in the environment. You get Windtrace Coins for participating, with more doled out for wins, though those are only awarded in randomized games. The rewards this time around are also the same as usual. As you hit certain Windtrace Coin plateaus, you'll get certain items. Hero's Wit experience books, Mora, Mystic Enhancement Ores, and Primogems are all among the items. So are weapon enhancement items. This is the third time people can play Windtrace in-game. It originally debuted back in May 2021. A follow-up appeared in January 2022. Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and the Windtrace event will appear December 23, 2022 through January 6, 2023. The post Genshin Impact Windtrace Event Rerun Detailed appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:30 AM
NIS America shared new GrimGrimoire OnceMore English trailers for the upcoming Switch, PS4, and PS5 remaster, and it included an April 2023 release date for two regions. The game will appear first in North America on April 4, 2023. Then a few days later on April 7, 2023, it wills how up in Europe. This comes after NIS America promised it'd appear outside Japan in Spring 2023. NIS America shared new GrimGrimoire OnceMore English trailers for the upcoming Switch, PS4, and PS5 remaster, and it included an April 2023 release date for two regions. The game will appear first in North America on April 4, 2023. Then a few days later on April 7, 2023, it wills how up in Europe. As for the new trailer, it doesn't really focus on the GrimGrimoire OnceMore remaster's updated or new features. Rather, it's an introduction to the game's world and gameplay. Lillet Blan is a new student at Silver Star Tower. She's there to learn magic, and part of that involves summoning familiars. This is where the game's RTS elements come in. She'll summon creatures, then direct them to perform certain actions to succeed. As you go through a match, you'll gain more powerful familiars. This also comes as you collect more grimoires. It also hints that there's something going on in the academy, with people not being who they seem and dangerous politics at play. The past announcements already brought up some of the changes. In addition to visual enhancements, there will be quality of life adjustments and new features. So the skill tree UI will look different. People will also be able to cast new Grand Magic spells. As you go through game, memorable art will appear in a gallery to revisit. GrimGrimoire OnceMore will come to the PS4, PS5, and Switch in North America on April 4, 2023 and in Europe on April 7, 2023. It is already available in Japan. It first showed up on the PS2 in Japan in 2007. The post GrimGrimoire OnceMore Switch, PS4, and PS5 English Release Date Set appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:00 AM
Square Enix revealed details about the final Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin DLC, Different Future, and confirmed its release date. Jack and his allies will go on their last adventure on January 27, 2023. Things will kick off when the crew meets a Final Fantasy series mascot staple, a Moogle. There's also a trailer setting the scene. Editor's Note: The Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin Different Future DLC trailer includes spoilers.At the end of Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins, revelations come up about the nature of the world and actions of certain people. Different Futures seems as though it will explore that. A Moogle approaches Jack, Ash, Jed, Neon, and Sophia to explain the dire threat to everyone across the lands. The Moogle is from the future, and came back to this moment in time to ensure the timeline remains unchanged. The video also features the group confronting a Lufenian. Here's the Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin Different Future DLC release date and teaser trailer. As a reminder, the other add-on is Wanderer of the Rift. It added the Rift Labyrinth, a Blue Mage class, and Gilgamesh. Also, a free update dropped in October 2022 that added a transmog option for cosmetic armor. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC, and the release date for its Different Future DLC is January 27, 2023. The post Last Stranger of Paradise DLC is Different Future, Release Date Set appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:30 AM
The official account for Chainsaw Man are counting down to the anime season's final episode, scheduled to air on December 27, 2022. As part of the countdown, it's posting character-focused promos starring each of the principal figures in the ongoing story. The first promo for the countdown focuses on Chainsaw Man character Aki Hayakawa [Thanks, Dengeki!]. Check it out below. Note that some of the scenes shown may be considered spoilers for Aki Hayakawa in Chainsaw Man.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuSHpwcU1yg The Chainsaw Man Aki Hayakawa promo focuses on Aki's personality and motivations. As a Devil Hunter for Public Safety operating under Makima, Aki is serious and hardworking, to the point of seeming stoic. He keeps his guard up at most times, leading his fellow Devil Hunters to see him as overly blunt, even rude. The callous exterior, though, belies his tendency to get attached and his hate of seeing friends suffer. He even grows to care for Denji, who he initially sees as unforgivably shallow and incapable of taking his job seriously. After losing his family to the attack of the Gun Devil, years before the events of Chainsaw Man, Aki became a Devil Hunter to seek revenge on it. He claims to despise Devils equally, seeing them all as targets to ultimately be exterminated eventually. Despite this he manages to bond with several including his partners Denji and Power. Aki is also contracted to the Fox Devil. The Fox Devil's unusual favor for Aki enabled him to make use of the Fox Devil's head, by framing a target in his hand and saying "Kon" to have Fox Devil materialize and bite down on the target. Chainsaw Man is airing on various streaming services. The last episode of the season airs on December 27, 2022. The manga is published in English by Viz Media. The post Chainsaw Man Aki Hayakawa Promo Focuses on Motivations appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 8:00 AM
Bandai Shokugan opened pre-orders for its Eva-Frame-EX 01 set of action figures based on Neon Genesis Evangelion. Unlike other Eva-Frame releases based on the designs seen in the Rebuild of Evangelion films, this line is based on 1997's The End of Evangelion. This means their designs have slight differences, matching those original TV series as well. The lineup recreates Shinji's Unit-01, Asuka's Unit-02, and the Mass Production Model Evas [Thanks, Hobby Watch!]. The Eva-Frame-EX 01 release is a box set containing three figure kits and two optional part collections (a total of eight packages). Like other Eva-Frame releases, each figure kit comes in a separated "Frame Set" and "Armor Set". The armor pieces are then attached to the articulated frame to create the finished figure. The optional parts consist of various weapons and accessories. Each figure stands 110 millimeters tall (about 4.3 inches). The set itself goes for 5,984 Yen (about $46 USD). Check out some pictures of the Eva-Frame-EX 01 set in the gallery. [gallery size="medium" link="file" ids="944436,944435,944434,944433,944432,944437,944429,944431,944430"] The Unit-01 kit replicates the design seen in The End of Evangelion and TV series (which has slightly simpler markings on the arms and shoulders), and comes with a Pallet Gun. The Unit-02's TV-era design is simpler compared to the Rebuild version as well, missing the forehead "horn" armor and with a more fully red paint scheme. It also comes with Unit-02's Progressive Knife. The Mass Production Evangelion unit is, like in the film, monochrome black and white, with its prominent mouth open. The accessory sets for the Eva-Frame-EX 01 box set consists of two kits. One kit contains a standing weapons dock for the Evas and the Magorox Sword and its dagger for Unit-01. An optional shoulder pylon also has mounting points for the scabbard. The second kit contains a pylon that can hold Unit-02's Prog Knife, the Sonic Glaive, a bazooka, and the two forms of the Replica Spear of Longinus used by the Mass Production Evas. The Eva-Frame EX 01 set is available for pre-order Premium Bandai's online shop in Japan. Those that really want to recreate a certain iconic battle from The End of Evangelion can also pre-order a separate Eva-Frame-EX box containing three more Mass Production Eva figures. One kit matches the Eva seen in the first set, and the other two have wings. It costs 7,700 Yen (about $59 USD). Delivery windows for both sets are in May 2023. The post Eva-Frame-EX Figures Include Mass Production Evangelions appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:30 AM
Gackt will appear once again as a collaboration skin in PUBG Mobile in Japan. This outfit uses what he wore in the Jougen no Tsuki 2003 live tour back in 2003. The Gackt: Jougen no Tsuki crate will appear until February 2, 2023 in PUBG Mobile. [Thanks, Dengeki Online!] Not only will you be able to look like how Gackt did back in 2003, but he will also have special voice lines depending on the season. You can hear them on Valentine's Day or Christmas in the lobby, as well as in specific situations during a match. However, it did not specify what said situations are, which means players will need to either get the Gackt voice from the loot crates or find a compilation on YouTube. For a limited time, there are daily login bonuses and missions to complete for free crates. In total, you can get 25 Gackt: Jougen no Tsuki crates for free from just logging in and playing the game. On the eighth day, you can get a permanent Snow Gakucchi charm. The charm looks like Gackt bundled up in a winter jacket. [gallery columns="1" ids="944409" link="file"] So far, we know of another PUBG Mobile collaboration on the horizon and it's going to be with Dragon Ball. Since the announcement included a poster of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, it's likely to specifically focus on the film version. News of this event came out in August 2022, though we still do not have a concrete release date for it yet. PUBG Mobile is available on mobile devices, and the Gackt: Jougen no Tsuki collaboration will only be on the Asian server. The post PUBG Mobile Announces Gackt: Jougen no Tsuki Collaboration appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 7:00 AM
Bandai Spirits released plushes of Xiao and Ganyu from Genshin Impact. They are part of the "Chibi Plushes Made Bigger" series. As the name implies, the toys use chibi designs of the characters, but have a respectable size of 21 centimeters. Because they are prize figures, you can get them from winning a crane game. The Genshin Impact Ganyu and Xiao plushes are available in over 200 stores in Japan. Overseas customers will have to rely on third-party merchants if they want these specific toys. Bandai Spirits also released "normal" chibi keychain plushes of Xiao and Ganyu. They came out the same time as the Klee and Albedo ones. For the keychains, both Xiao and Ganyu are smiling. As of the time of writing, neither Xiao nor Ganyu are in the Genshin Impact gacha. Since Xiao already ran twice in 2022, it is unlikely that he will appear on pick-up until next year. As for Ganyu, she recently appeared in September 2022 when Dori debuted as part of Version 3.0. So, like Xiao, players will not get another chance to pull for her until 2023. The Genshin Impact Xiao and Ganyu plushes are available in crane games in Japan. Genshin Impact is readily available on the PS4, PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. The post Genshin Impact Chibi Xiao and Ganyu Plushes Appear appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, December 21, 2022 6:00 AM
In Somniel, which is the central hub of Fire Emblem Engage, you can use the bulletin board to access different features or check out your achievements. Through the bulletin board, you can invest in various countries in Elyos as well. Like the Garreg Mach Monastery, you can also use the bulletin board to easily teleport around the hub. If it's just moving from location to location or character to character, you will not always need to use the bulletin board. You can also just open the main menu and select Base Information to achieve the same thing. However, if you want to access the achievement or investment menu, you will need to use the bulletin board. https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1605117321294774272 You can check out what achievements you got, as well as what else you need to uncover. Each achievement will grant you Bond Shards, though it is unclear how you can use those one. https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1605117595384152064 As for investing, you can invest in countries like Brodia at the Fire Emblem Engage bulletin board. After a certain level, you will receive gifts of gratitude, which can range from ingredients to materials to weapons. When you fight in countries that have a high investment level, you will get more gold and experience, and there is a higher chance of encountering rare enemies as well. https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1605116608523173888 Fire Emblem Engage is in development and will come out on the Nintendo Switch on January 20, 2023. The post Fire Emblem Engage Bulletin Board Lets You Invest appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:00 AM  Yes, there's a secret ending in High on Life. Well, sort of. Once you beat the game, you'll be able to wrap up a bit of a dangling plot point from before, but it's not really an ending, per se. It's not too hard to figure out at all, but sometimes it pays to look up. Here's how to unlock the secret ending in High on Life. After watching the end credits roll, you'll find yourself back in your house. Head to the Bounty5000 and go to Clugg Nuggman's office. He won't be there, but you'll find a keycard for the Human Haven. Pretty simple stuff, huh? Get the secret ending in High on Life If you haven't been to the Human Haven before, return home and use the Bounty5000 to select the Unknown Sector, which has the aforementioned location as its sole destination. Once there, you'll find yourself near some humans. If this is your first visit here, there's some pretty funny dialogue you can listen to. But if you just want t... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 21, 2022 9:35 AM  Hello Neighbor 2, from Eerie Guest and tinyBuild, is touted as a stealth horror game. This sequel to the 2017 title promises quite a bit of puzzle solving and town exploration, as well as a lot of sneaking around lest the angry adults spot you. Unfortunately, it's also marred by issues with NPC AI. Indeed, this particular problem causes the gameplay to veer from one where you try to obtain objects and risk getting discovered, to that which straddles the line between clumsy hilarity and outright frustration. And, while I only played a couple of portions, these were enough to sour my experience. Hello again Hello Neighbor 2 puts you in the shoes of a young investigative journalist who's looking to solve the mystery of Raven Brooks. The campaign begins with your character trapped in a barn, whereupon you'll have to look for different cogs to unlock the door. With a minimalist HUD interface (i.e., there are no icons or prompts that tell you what you need to do or where to... |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, December 21, 2022 12:00 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 Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:11 AM Pedro Pascal was a pretty solid choice to play Joel in HBO's The Last of Us series, but one Supernatural star had actually pushed for the part when he figured out they were making an adaptation of the hit game. During a con appearance, Jensen Ackles (The Boys, Supernatural) had expressed that he was interested […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, December 21, 2022 11:00 AM 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 Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:59 AM It's been an extensive journey behind-the-scenes, but the God of War Ragnarok BTS series from PlayStation is finally coming to an end. In their last video, the developers and everyone else on the team have decided to share their thankful messages to the fans as well as their select fanart. Check this out: Here's the […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:46 AM The first Star Wars Jedi game, Fallen Order, was considered as 'Diet Dark Souls' to a lot of players, but it was a massive hit, and a lot of people are ready for Cal Kestis' next adventure. As it turns out, the upcoming game, Survivor may have taken a leaf out of Ghost of Tsushima's […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, December 21, 2022 10:00 AM Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is an open-world game where the player is a transferee in a huge school in the Paldea Region. In the game, the player and the player only gets to decide whatever they want to do: whether to defeat the nefarious Team Star, defeat all the Pokemon Gyms, become the champion, and […] |