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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 5:55 PM
    

Yesterday, the studio behind the Nintendo Switch port of Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords announced that it's finally fixed a game-breaking bug that had previously rendered the game impossible to finish.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 5:40 PM
    

Fallout: London looks great! It honestly could pass as a real, official expansion if you showed it to someone who had no idea it was a fan-created mod. And apparently the company behind Fallout, Bethesda, agrees that London looks marvelous because it keeps hiring up the ambitious mod's developers.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 5:25 PM
    

When I first watched Netflix's new anime Bastard!!: Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy, I expected a melodramatic anime series along the lines of Record of Lodoss War. What I got was an unapologetically horny show about a wizard and his ever-growing harem of big-haired anime waifus. I loved every second of it.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 4:40 PM
    

When people talk about the "best" year in gaming, they typically trot out the usual suspects: 2007 (Assassin's Creed! Mass Effect! Halo 3!), 2013 (The Last of Us! GTA V!), 2017 (Horizon Zero Dawn! That other open-world game!). Allow us to posit that one of the best years in gaming happened exactly 20 years ago: 2002.…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 3:40 PM
    

Video game companies are notoriously cagey about sharing their plans. In a market saturated with sequels and spin-offs, developers nevertheless treat every new project with extreme secrecy. They'll rarely even be up-front about what they aren't working on, but today the PlayStation studio behind Ghost of Tsushima did…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 2:50 PM
    

20-year-old Brian Haugh has spent the past six years purchasing thousands of ":steam2016:" emoticons, which Valve created to promote the 2016 Steam Summer Sale and looks like a hot dog wearing little shoes. On Steam, you can purchase emoticons from other users in the Community Marketplace or create them by playing…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 2:35 PM
    

For the past week, Games Done Quick has held its annual speedrunning festival. As always, the event has been awesome, full of some truly mind-blowing feats, including an exploit-packed run through Halo Infinite's open-world-ish campaign. But organizers appear to have saved the best for last, with a truly stacked…

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PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 6:36 PM
     Blizzard unveils World of Warcraft Dragonflight Priest talents

Blizzard offered a deep look at the World of Warcraft Dragonflight Priest talents in an extensive new blog post, highlighting changes to the three Priest specializations. While much of the class talent system remains the same as previous expansions in the MMO game, there are a few significant differences – the biggest one being you'll have two talent trees to spend your points in, a class tree and a specialization tree. These blur the boundaries of traditional specializations and let you blend elements outside your own chosen spec to create something unique.

"Some of our biggest goals in a class and talent revamp are to increase player agency over your character's progression and build, provide meaningful rewards while leveling, and reinforce your character's connection to both their class and their spec," Blizzard said in the post.

RELATED LINKS: Best MMORPGs on PC, The best WoW addons, WoW Classic leveling guide

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 4:31 PM
     Here's where Xur is in Destiny 2 today

Xûr is Destiny 2's Exotic gear merchant. He appears every weekend to sell the game's most coveted items in exchange for Legendary shards, but if you're a casual player with limited shards to spend, it can be hard to know which of his wares is most worth your investment. That's where we come in.

As of June 12, 2020, it appears that Xûr is back to providing random rolls - so the Exotic merchant is providing more excitement than he has in a long time. Xûr appears every Friday at 10am PDT / 1pm EDT / 6pm BST, and will stick around until the Tuesday reset. We'll update this Destiny 2 Xur location guide shortly after he arrives, so if you're reading this, you need only read on to learn where he is, and which are the best items he's selling this week.

Now we're in The Witch Queen territory, but Xûr's appearances have been at the usual spots - so maybe don't expect too many surprises from the merchant in the new year of Destiny 2 content.

RELATED LINKS: Destiny 2: Beyond Light review, Destiny 2 exotics, Play Destiny 2

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 3:45 PM
     New Denuvo DRM technology promises to crack down on DLC pirating

A new type of Denuvo DRM  technology promises to crack down on DLC pirating. Dubbed Denuvo SecureDLC, the software is already integrated for clients using Denuvo anti-tamper and refigures the platform's API to block attacks and prevent unauthorized access.

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

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 2:50 PM
     The WoW esports finals give you an in-game title for watching

There's no pastime humans have yet to convert into a sporting event of some sort, and Blizzard's long-running MMO game, World of Warcraft, is no exception. The premier events in the WoW esports calendar, Mythic Dungeon and Arena, are reaching their finales within weeks. The Mythic Dungeon International (MDI) holds its finals on the 8th and 9th of July, and the Arena World Championship (AWC) host theirs on the 16th and 17th. It's not all just about passive viewing, though.

RELATED LINKS: Best MMORPGs on PC, The best WoW addons, WoW Classic leveling guide

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 5:49 PM
     FFXIV Island Sanctuary gives fans an Animal Crossing getaway

Critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is many things to many people, and now players can escape to their own Animal Crossing style island getaway with the upcoming FFXIV Island Sanctuary, which was detailed in Live Letter 71. In addition, game director Naoki Yoshida and community producer Toshio Murouchi expanded on much of the upcoming content players can expect with FFXIV patch 6.2, which is scheduled for late August.

Island Sanctuary is an individual island that each player gets for themselves. It is handled largely separately from the rest of the game, with its own materials, currencies, and inventory which are all handled independently so as not to clutter up players' normal inventories. You can grow crops, cultivate seeds, care for creatures, and develop and decorate your island to your heart's content. Each island is unique to you and the progression is designed for solo play, but players will be able to invite friends and free company members to visit their islands.

Yoshi-P emphasises that the islands are quite large - pointing to a tiny dot just visible on a wide overhead shot that he says is a Roegadyn, as an example of their scale. Island Sanctuary is expected to arrive with update 6.25, so won't be here for August's patch, but it should give players a whole new way to spend their time in Eorzea. We may not have Animal Crossing on PC, but this certainly feels like a good alternative.

RELATED LINKS: The best MMOs on PC, FFXIV Reaper job guide, FFXIV Sage job guide

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 2:52 PM
    

The Tour De France, the grandest race in professional cycling, started today. Across three weeks, 176 cyclists will ride 3328 kilometres (2068 miles) winding through France, Denmark, Belgium, and Switzerland, including the Alps and Pyrenees. As a keen cyclist and avid Tour watcher myself, I'm excited. So in celebration, over the coming weeks I'll be gabbing about the Tour De France, cycling, and bikes in a wide variety of video games with my own Tour De Jeux, from big-budget open-world extravaganzas to cute wee indie adventures. Let's start in the obvious place: the official Tour De France video game.

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Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 6:56 PM
     A Wordle a day keeps the... word doctor away?

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 6:08 PM
     Atlus released another daily trailer of the upcoming JRPG Soul Hackers 2, focusing on some of the demons that will be featured in the game.

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     Eye don't see how this won't entirely rule.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 5:40 PM
     Star Citizen developer Cloud Imperium Games released more videos showcasing content coming in the next update and more.

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     Does your favorite make it out alive?

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 4:32 PM
     Japanese developer SonicPowered announced the upcoming release of I am an Air Traffic Controller: Airport Hero Haneda for Nintendo Switch.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:46 PM
     WayForward and Rooster Teeth had a new reveal to share about the upcoming RWBY action-adventure game RWBY Arrowfell.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:43 PM
     Here's how to fix Valorant voice chat/comms not working if you're having trouble using in-game communication.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:09 PM
     An eye for an eye.

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     Here is how to start the Vykas Legion Raid in Lost Ark.

Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 9:00 PM
    

Here's How The VShojo Ironmouse Nendoroid Looks

We now have a better idea of the VShojo Ironmouse Nendoroid will look. Good Smile Company's been teasing an array of figures that will be part of its lineup at Anime Expo 2022. Among them was a picture of the unpainted prototype of the Vtuber figure.

Here's a closer look at the Ironmouse Nendoroid. She was announced back at WonHobby G Spring 2022. At the time, only concept art for the character showed up. The unpainted prototype offers an idea of one of the face plates that will come with the figure.

People can already pre-order one VShojo Nendoroid. Good Smile Company is selling the Nyatasha Nyanners one. People have until August 18, 2022 to call dibs on her. To help give a frame of reference for how much Ironmouse might cost, Nyatasha is ¥6,900/$62.99. She'll be out in November 2022 in Japan and January 2023 in North America.

There's no release window yet for the VShojo Ironmouse Nendoroid.

The post Here's How The VShojo Ironmouse Nendoroid Looks appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 8:35 PM
    

Castlevania Alucard Nendoroid Announced

One of Castlevania's most recognizable characters will inspire a new figure. Good Smile Company's Japanese Twitter account announced an item as part of its Anime Expo 2022 reveals. A Castlevania Alucard Nendoroid is in development.

The Alucard figure is early in development. There are no prototypes to show at this time. Instead, there is chibi concept art showing how the final Nendoroid could look.

Here's the official Castlevania Alucard Nendoroid announcement. It suggests he could arrive wearing a cape and wielding a sword.

In other Castlevania news, a number of projects came up recently. There's the Castlevania Advance Collection available now. That bundles together Castlevania: Dracula X, Circle of the Moon, Harmony of Dissonance, and Aria of Sorrow. Netflix also will air a Castlevania: Nocturne show starring Richter Belmont and Maria Renard.

The Castlevania Alucard Nendoroid is in development, and there's no release window for it yet.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 3:30 PM
    

Hololive English Myth Nendoroids and Figma Figures Announced

Good Smile Company's Anime Expo 2022 announcements also involved Hololive English Myth reveals of new Nendoroids, figmas, and Pop Up Parade figures. In some cases, only concept art appeared. However, both the Gura Gawr and Calliope Mori Pop Up Parades showed up as unpainted prototypes.

First, here's the reveal that Amelia Watson, Calliope, Ina'nis Ninomae, and Kiara Takanashi Hololive English Nendoroids are in the works. No precise concept art appeared to show them in their upcoming chibi forms.

Next, here's the reveal that Amelia, Calliope, Gura, Ina'nis, and Kiara will all get their own figmas.

Finally, here are the unpainted prototypes for the Gura Gawr and Calliope Mori Pop Up Parade Hololive English Myth figures.

So far, only Gura's gotten a Nendoroid. The first round of pre-orders for it opened in July 2021. Those sold out. That led to a second round. That figure is expected to appear around September 2022 outside Japan.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 3:00 PM
    

Yurukill

When is a murder mystery game not a murder mystery game? When it's a combination murder mystery/shoot 'em up! Just as the "Yurukill" in the title Yurukill: The Calumniation Games is a portmanteau of the Japanese "Yurusu" (to pardon or forgive) and the English "Kill," the game itself is a combo of two seemingly incompatible genres. It is a puzzle-solving adventure and a flashy scrolling shooter. The result works far better than one might think at first.

Yurukill kicks things off in an unknown prison. The first character and protagonist, Sengoku Shunju, is a mass murderer. Convicted of bombing an apartment building and killing 21 people, he's been removed from his cell and carted off to "Yurukill Land," a freakish amusement park. There, he and five other "Prisoners," all convicted of various crimes but continuing to proclaim their innocence, must survive the "Yurukill Games." The games are a series of challenges posed by Binko, Yurukill's eccentric, fox mask-wearing game show host. But there's more. Each Prisoner is paired up with an "Executioner," an individual with some connection to the Prisoner's crime. In Sengoku's case, his Executioner is Rina Azami, the only survivor of the bombing Sengoku allegedly committed.

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Each pair's goal in Yurukill's death game is set early on. Win, and Prisoners will go free with enough evidence to clear their names. Executioners will have their wish granted, which could mean, for example, exacting revenge on the Prisoner. It's a wild setup that's perfectly set to accommodate roller-coaster plot twists, and developer Izanagi Games made sure the game's aesthetic reflects that unhinged energy.

Yurukill's visuals are top-notch, even among other famous adventure and visual novel-type games. The character designs come from Another manga artist Hiro Kiyohara and are beautifully rendered, if a bit static. When speaking, the character cutouts are surrounded by a lit border that animates and changes to accentuate the character's mood and lines. The borders even allow character-specific styling, such as the red Torii gates that surround Binko whenever she's on screen. It's a great touch that accentuates Yurukill's lavish sensibility, making it a joy to look at.

Yurukill is also a joy to hear, thanks to excellent voice work by its cast. The game features well-known actors like Saori Hayami, Ayane Sakura, Takuya Eguchi, and Tomozaku Sugita. Yu Kobayashi in the role of Binko is particularly entertaining, thanks to Kobayashi's ability to instantly switch from "femme fatale" to "far off the deep end".

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The performances are supported by the writing. Based on a story by Kakegurui creator Homura Kawamoto and Build Divide creator Hikaru Muno, Yurukill: The Calumniation Games leans hard into the excess and over-the-top energy of the game's amusement park setting. The dozen or so hours it takes to clear the game pass quickly, as the chapters are efficiently constructed and help lay out the stakes without much fuss or fumble. The story loses some steam in the latter half, though. Some cases rely on leaps of reasoning that are frankly untenable to anyone that's not actively a cartoon character. Though vibes are generally more important than airtight logic in games like this, a few of the reaches really stretch credibility.

You play each pairing in turn, as they brave one of Yurukill Land's bespoke attractions. Each attraction is a multi-stage, escape room-style puzzle area, filled with dialog sequences, clues, and some puzzle-solving. The puzzles range from basic arithmetic and pattern recognition challenges to simplistic, hidden-object pixel hunts. The latter puzzles are where Yurukill's interface seems a bit inadequate, as you're made to maneuver a slow cursor around the screen to interact with hotspots. It feels like a UI better suited to touch screens or mouse-driven play rather than gamepads.

Then again, you might want a gamepad for the other half of Yurukill's gameplay. As mentioned, it's also a shoot-em-up, with the shooting portions of the game developed by G.Rev, a veteran shmup-maker with credits on series like Darius, Ikaruga, and Senko no Ronde. Following each adventure portion, Prisoners and Executioners alike are tossed into a virtual reality arcade to do battle in the Executioner's mind palace.

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Prisoners need to fly their Yurukill Fighters through the Executioner's mental defenses, making their case by shooting clues and navigating to different clues discovered in the adventure sequences. It works surprisingly well, because the shooting is genuinely fun and the character interactions continue during these portions. Each playable character also has a unique gimmick for their ship, such as extra guns that shoot sideways or orbiting laser drones. Though the gameplay can't really be said to be fully integrated with the narrative, it's not so distracting that it takes away rom the storytelling. Indeed, it can be a fun change of pace, cleansing the palate before the next round of insane plot twists. And when the story's over, players who liked the shooting can go back and play in Score Attack mode, choosing any playable character for any stage (they're locked in during the main story).

I'm not sure whether to think of Yurukill as a decent shmup with a good adventure game attached, or a good adventure game with a decent shmup minigame inserted into it. Perhaps it doesn't matter, as the two disparate flavors taste great together all the same.

Yurukill: The Calumniation Games releases for PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch on July 5, 2022 in North America and on July 8, 2022 for Europe and on PC.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:30 PM
    

Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo and Reigen Nendoroid Prototypes Appear

As part of its Anime Expo 2022 announcements, Good Smile Company offered looks at its Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo Kageyama and Arataka Reigen Nendoroids. There's no release window for either one yet. However, the latest images offer a first look at the painted prototypes for both characters. Pop Up Parade figures of both characters are also on the way.

First, here's how Mob will look. He's wearing his school uniform.

Next, here's Reigen in his usual suit.

Finally, here are the unpainted prototypes for the two Pop Up Parade Mob Psycho 100 figures.

As for the show, more Mob Psycho 100 is coming. Season 3 will appear in October 2022. Crunchyroll already confirmed it will offer it.

The Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo Kageyama and Arataka Reigen Nendoroids are in development. The anime can be found on Crunchyroll, and Dark Horse handles the manga localization.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:10 PM
    

Shovel Knight, Shantae, and Undertale Undine Nendoroid Updates Shared

A number of indie game Nendoroid updates appeared as part of Good Smile Company's Anime Expo 2022 announcements. Most of them were looks at confirmed characters. For example, painted prototypes of both the Nendoroid versions of Shovel Knight and Undertale's Undine showed up. So did an unpainted Nendoroid prototype of the half-genie Shantae.

First, here's the painted Shovel Knight Nendoroid. He'll be armed with his shovel. His armor will also use metallic paint.

Next, here's the Undertale Undine Nendoroid. She'll join Sans and Papyrus, who will appear in 2023.

Finally, here's how the unpainted Shantae Nendoroid looks.

There was also an indie game Nendoroid announcement. Slime Rancher's lead character is getting a figure. The Beatrix LeBeau Nendoroid will be based on the rancher's appearance in Slime Rancher 2.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:00 PM
    

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis PS4 Worldwide Release Confirmed

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis PS4 versions are finally going to appear outside Japan. As part of the Anime Expo 2022 announcements, Sega confirmed a global release. The only consoles with the MMORPGs outside Japan right now are ones in the Xbox family. They will arrive on the PlayStation Store on August 31, 2022.

Here's the official announcement.

PSO2 New Genesis launched on Xbox consoles and PCs back in June 2021.

This doesn't mean every version of Phantasy Star Online 2 will soon be available worldwide. There's no news about the Nintendo Switch port. A cloud version of the MMO is available on the console in Japan. There was also, at one point, a Vita version available. People in Japan were able to play it until service ended in September 2020.

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis will come to the PS4 on August 31, 2022. People can immediately play both games on the Xbox One, Xbox Series X (via backward compatibility), and PC worldwide.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 6:07 PM
     Cuphead The Delicious Last Course Final Boss Fight Guide Tips Chef SaltbakerWell folks, this is it. You've made it to the final boss fight of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course. Naturally, this battle will not be an easy one. And you may find victory feeling a little bittersweet. Or, would it be salty? Anyway, I feel it's necessary to drop a spoiler warning, just in case, as you do fight someone you met in the DLC. The final boss fight in The Delicious Last Course takes some practice, but this guide has a few helpful tips on how to win. Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course — Final boss tips guide   The final fight of the Cuphead DLC is none other than the first friendly face you meet on the island. Chef Saltbaker has gone rogue, and intends to use Cuphead's soul in a vile recipe. That's a bit messed up. You need to knock him back to his senses. But be warned: Saltbaker is a tough cookie to crack. Phase 1 In the first phase of the fight, you stand on a large and wooden table with Chef Saltbaker in the background. You can tell which...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 5:30 PM
     Crypt of the Necrodancer update Zone 3If you've been in the mood to play he rhythmic dungeon crawler Crypt of the NecroDancer again, now might be the perfect time. Why? Because after five years, Crypt of the NecroDancer developer Brace Yourself Games has finally released another update for this 2015 classic. Dubbed v3.0.0, this update introduces a staggering number of gameplay changes, new features, and quality-of-life improvements that promise to make the experience even more replayable and addicting than before. Crucially, "by streaming more resources on demand," the update drastically decreased the loading time when booting up the game. Brace Yourself Games listed this as one of the biggest priorities in the new patch, and it certainly comes as a welcome improvement. Another significant addition comes in the form of a No Beat Mode, which removes the need for timing inputs to the background music. The Bard already had this feature built-in, but this mode will allow players to more easily access content ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 5:00 PM
     Cuphead The Delicious Last Course Dlc Mortimer Freeze Guide Tips How To Beat 1Mortimer Freeze brings an abominable snowman to this chilling boss fight in Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course. But there's no need to freeze with fear: this guide offers some tips on how to beat Mortimer in The Delicious Last Course, and leave him on ice. Ha, cold puns. The battle against Mortimer Freeze begins with the titular purple-garbed ice wizard himself. The arena is akin to a coliseum, with snowmen gathered all around to watch the battle unfold.   Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course — Mortimer Freeze tips guide Phase 1 Mortimer flies from side to side, stopping every so often to attack. He has a few moves in the first phase, and they're all fairly easy to dodge. Mortimer will stop in midair to slam a massive, orange whale onto the ground. You're given enough time to move out of the way. Use this moment to deal as much damage to Mortimer as possible. When Mortimer stops to open his cloak, he drops four icicle creatures into the ground. After a few momen...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 4:00 PM
     Cuphead The Delicious Last Course Dlc Howling Aces Guide Tips How To Beat 1The Howling Aces boss fight in Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course will turn you on your head. Mostly, because it turns you literally on your head, forcing you to relearn you controls in real time. It's a tough fight, to be sure, but this guide provides some tips on how you can knock The Howling Aces out of the sky for good. The entire fight is done with you precariously perched on a plane. You don't have much room to maneuver, which adds to the difficulty of the fight. There are also tons of projectiles to dodge, so stay alert.   Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course — The Howling Aces tips guide Phase 1 The first phase of The Howling Aces boss fight has you facing off against a large dog in a plane. Said plane will be above you, tossing out three tennis balls that slowly drop. Every so often, the pilot will appear on one side of the screen to fire off a set of bones or balls of yarn. The damage point is the pilot. When the dog is coming down, facing away, he will flex...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 2:45 PM
     Cuphead The Delicious Last Course Dlc Esther Winchester Guide Tips How To Beat 1The heat goes up with Esther Winchester, the only airplane boss fight of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course. If you haven't learned how to dodge properly in the DLC yet, then this is where you learn. And it's going to hurt. But don't worry, I came up with a quick guide with some helpful tips on how to send Esther to the meat grinder. This is an airplane boss, which means your weaponry is limited. You can swap between bullets and bombs, but you may end up using the former over the latter. It's tough to draw close to Esther during the fight. Projectiles are going to be your greatest enemy, so you should focus more on dodging while holding down the fire button.   Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course — Esther Winchester tips guide Phase 1 The first phase of the Esther Winchester boss fight has you dodging flying snake oil while the boss rides along in a saloon wagon. There are several key things to keep in mind during phase one: her snake oil guns loop backward...

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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 5:00 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 the Hisui region, 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 […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 4:00 PM
     The roster of mobs that Minecraft has released over the game's lifetime has steadily increased yearly. The collection has indeed been updated once again since the release of the latest Minecraft update, 1.19, the Wild Update. This update in mobs and terrain has resulted in even more diverse and immersive gameplay for players, as more […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 3:00 PM
     When it comes to Minecraft, gathering resources and sustaining yourself is crucial for survival. Food acts as the player's main source of energy and health, so it is fairly important to gather as many food items as possible; farming is one of the best ways to become self-sufficient in Minecraft. As the game slowly progresses, […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 2:00 PM
     Oman Au Shrine, or the Magnesis Trial, is one of the first Shrines in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. This shrine is one of four shrines that Link must complete to leave the Great Plateau region. This shrine is also Link's introduction to Magnesis, a useful Rune ability that can lift and […]

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, July 1, 2022 5:35 PM
    

It introduces players to the game's world.

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The diary reveals information on the creation and gameplay systems

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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, July 1, 2022 4:00 PM
    

There are currently no plans to revisit the inFAMOUS or Sly Cooper game series. 

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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, July 1, 2022 3:27 PM
    

"SEGA and ATLUS are working to bring these stories and worlds to life through new mediums"

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GamersHeroes Friday, July 1, 2022 12:10 PM
    

Summer is here, meaning fireworks, hot dogs, and warm weather is on the menu - along with a number of great games. On that note, here are the 5 best games of July 2022. Oh, and we won't make you click through five pages to look at the entire list.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 3:40 PM
    

Video game companies are notoriously cagey about sharing their plans. In a market saturated with sequels and spin-offs, developers nevertheless treat every new project with extreme secrecy. They'll rarely even be up-front about what they aren't working on, but today the PlayStation studio behind Ghost of Tsushima did…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 2:50 PM
    

20-year-old Brian Haugh has spent the past six years purchasing thousands of ":steam2016:" emoticons, which Valve created to promote the 2016 Steam Summer Sale and looks like a hot dog wearing little shoes. On Steam, you can purchase emoticons from other users in the Community Marketplace or create them by playing…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 2:35 PM
    

For the past week, Games Done Quick has held its annual speedrunning festival. As always, the event has been awesome, full of some truly mind-blowing feats, including an exploit-packed run through Halo Infinite's open-world-ish campaign. But organizers appear to have saved the best for last, with a truly stacked…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 1:50 PM
    

I'll admit that, until yesterday, I had no idea Fire Emblem Heroes was still active and updated. But a lot of people are still playing the game and apparently spending money on it, too. New data shows that Fire Emblem Heroes has just reached $1 billion in revenue, becoming the first Nintendo mobile game to do so.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 1:35 PM
    

In the wake of Roe v. Wade being struck down last week, many employees at Skyrim maker Bethesda Game Studios and its parent company ZeniMax Media have grown increasingly frustrated by what they see as their employer's unwillingness to clearly support employees' access to reproductive healthcare. This is an especially…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 12:45 PM
    

Technoblade (or Techno for short), a popular Minecraft YouTuber and internet personality with over 11 million followers on the video-creating platform, passed away on June 30 after losing his battle against cancer. He was just 23 years old.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 12:04 PM
    

It's been a while since Electronic Arts was the video game villain of the moment, but on Thursday the FIFA publisher sucked up all the oxygen in the room thanks to a bad joke made even worse by the company's cutthroat history. If there's one gaming mega corporation out there who shouldn't have been taking casual shots…

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 11:37 AM
    

A tip: If you're playing Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, stick with the "classic" mode, whatever happens. C'mon. Despite its musou trappings, Three Hopes is still a Fire Emblem game, with all the life-or-death stakes and high-minded strategizing that entails.

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Kotaku Friday, July 1, 2022 11:05 AM
    

Because I live in New York City, my primary enemy is the rats. I face them daily—they run their greasy bodies around mounds of hot garbage and shit all over my apartment's welcome mat. But via their appearances in games, I want to work on our relationship, and everyone knows that ranked slideshows are the most ideal…

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PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 3:45 PM
     New Denuvo DRM technology promises to crack down on DLC pirating

A new type of Denuvo DRM  technology promises to crack down on DLC pirating. Dubbed Denuvo SecureDLC, the software is already integrated for clients using Denuvo anti-tamper and refigures the platform's API to block attacks and prevent unauthorized access.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 1:48 PM
     Nvidia wants to scale back RTX 4000 GPU chips, but can't

You might've noticed that it was pretty difficult to get hold of an Nvidia GPU over the past couple of years, mainly because graphics card manufacturers struggled to keep up with demand. Now that cryptocurrencies have lost much of their value and second-hand components are flooding the market, Nvidia needs to reduce the amount of 5nm chips it's ordered from TSMC ahead of the RTX 4000 series to avoid the opposite issue.

RELATED LINKS: RTX 4000 - everything we know, GeForce Now RTX 3080 review, Best graphics card

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 2:50 PM
     The WoW esports finals give you an in-game title for watching

There's no pastime humans have yet to convert into a sporting event of some sort, and Blizzard's long-running MMO game, World of Warcraft, is no exception. The premier events in the WoW esports calendar, Mythic Dungeon and Arena, are reaching their finales within weeks. The Mythic Dungeon International (MDI) holds its finals on the 8th and 9th of July, and the Arena World Championship (AWC) host theirs on the 16th and 17th. It's not all just about passive viewing, though.

RELATED LINKS: Best MMORPGs on PC, The best WoW addons, WoW Classic leveling guide

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 12:52 PM
     Fan's Lego Terraria set achieves support goal on Lego Ideas

Lego projects are a common way for fans to express their love for a series, and now one person's Lego Terraria set is being considered for official production after receiving the requisite support through the Lego Ideas program. While other projects such as a Lego Minecraft stop motion short and a custom Lego gaming PC might be one-off builds, this take on the 2D crafting game could now become a commercially available set - if it is approved.

JaoGosma's 1,970 piece Terraria Lego idea, which was initially submitted to the program on Jan 28, has now reached the 10,000 supporters mark which makes it eligible for expert review. If it is approved, Lego set designers will adapt the design into an official model, which will then be released under the Lego Ideas name. Were this to happen, project creator JaoGosma would be eligible for a 1% royalty of the net sales.

While this set is based on a licensed property, that is fair game for applications to Lego ideas - as long as the IP in question is not already in a partnership with Lego, or considered to feature subject matter deemed too 'inappropriate' for younger Lego fans. Some of the other approved ideas in the past include designs based on Ghostbusters and Sonic the Hedgehog.

RELATED LINKS: Terraria Journey's End release date, Best games like Minecraft, Best survival games

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 12:23 PM
     Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite locations and how to get more

Want to know the easiest way to farm Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite? In a few maps in the RPG game's expansion, you can mine this mineral at specific points. Once you find one of these black veins, interact with it to grab up to three precious metals you can then use to craft new gear.

The easiest way to get lots of Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite is to head into a Master Rank expedition tour in the Shrine Ruins. To do this, go to Princess Chichae - the quest handler in Sunbreak - and select Master Rank. Here you can see the option to go on an expedition tour in green, which, unlike regular hunts, has no time limit. We recommend the Shrine Ruins map for your resource-gathering trip as it's the place hunters will be most familiar with, and you can also hunt some Kelbi to grab a Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt.

RELATED LINKS: Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak monsters, Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite locations, Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt locations

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 12:02 PM
     Games Workshop's Talisman and expansions $0.22 on Humble Bundle

The Games Workshop game, Talisman, is the focus of the latest Humble Bundle, which sees the base game and all 53 of its expansions available at just $10.94, or $0.22 each. Originally released in 1983, Talisman has been a popular choice with gamers for years, and the digital edition and its expansions remains one of the best ways for you to experience it.


PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 12:25 PM
     Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt location and how to get more

Do you need to find a Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt to complete your build? The expansion brings many new Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak monsters to the RPG game. It also brings new Master Rank hunts that give all existing monsters new moves and adds new tiers of armour and weapons, which you can craft with items salvaged from your defeated enemies.

These changes are not just for the larger wyvern-like monsters but also smaller critters running around each map. For example, one of the most coveted items is the Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt, which, like Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite, is essential for making some of the best equipment. In order to farm for these precious items, we recommend you go off on a Master Rank expedition tour when choosing a hunt via any quest handler. These expeditions allow you to keep hunting for specific small monsters, which will respawn after a short time, until you've filled your item slots with as many as you need.

RELATED LINKS: Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak monsters, Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Awegite locations, Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak prized pelt locations

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 11:29 AM
     Next Vampire Survivors update 0.8.0 adds new relic mechanic

Developer Poncle has outlined its initial patch notes for Vampire Survivors update 0.8.0, which is currently scheduled to release on July 7. The next update will include a new version of the vampire game's fifth stage and the final relic that was planned in the game's initial roadmap, which introduces a new gameplay mechanic.

In its initial roadmap for the roguelike game, Poncle said it had five relics in mind - these are pickups that, once collected, add a permanent new feature to all future runs. The first of these is the Milky Way Map, which activates the game's map in the pause menu once collected. There have actually been more than five relics added already, but this next one is the final one that was part of Poncle's original plan for the game, and is said to add a new gameplay mechanic - which should help freshen things up if you're running out of ways to spice up your best Vampire Survivors builds.

The update also teases a "new version of stage five," which says it will revert to the previous version once successfully completed, and will also add one new arcana (of the remaining six planned in the roadmap). Furthermore, another minor relic is being added that will function as a compendium of sorts, offering players a way to view enemy data from the main menu.

RELATED LINKS: The best survival games on PC in 2022, Vampire Survivors weapon evolution guide, The best Vampire Survivors build

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 11:28 AM
     Fallout 76 datamine unearths bear masks and

Fallout 76's upcoming expansion, Expeditions: The Pitt, looks to contain some cool new weapon skins, "Lord of the Rings"-style power armour, and creepy, rubber animal masks, judging by the findings from a recent datamine of the game's public test servers.

RELATED LINKS: Fallout 76 Mutations, Fallout 76 Perk Cards, Buy Fallout 76

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 11:12 AM
     The best Diablo Immortal Legendary Gems list and how to craft them

Curious about Diablo Immortal Legendary Gems? Like normal gems, the initial bonuses provided by Legendary Gems may appear incremental at first glance, but dismissing them would be a grave mistake. Legendary Gems offer outstanding upgrades for your character, and they're crucial for surviving Diablo Immortal's late-game content, whether that be charging through the Helliquary or besting opposing clan members in the Cycle of Strife. If PvP is your bread and butter, check out our guides on how to join the Diablo Immortal Shadows or Immortals factions to get stuck in.

The benefits of Diablo Immortal Legendary Gems vary wildly depending on the gem, but they all provide additional boosts to your Resonance and Combat Rating, with the opportunity to unlock further attribute bonuses as you upgrade them. If you're closing in on the Diablo Immortal leveling cap and you're no longer feeling the benefit from normal gems, Legendary Gems are guaranteed to send your gear score through the roof.

RELATED LINKS: Diablo Immortal tier list, Diablo Immortal system requirements, Best Diablo Immortal builds

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 11:28 AM
     The best Cooper Carbine loadout in Warzone

The best Warzone Cooper Carbine loadout is an assault rifle that was introduced way back in Season 1 when Vanguard launched, and with the right attachments, it's a force to be reckoned with in this battle royale game.

It saw some buffs in season three that made it truly deadly, and one of the top choices to go with the best snipers in Warzone. The best Warzone Cooper Carbine loadout focuses on a few key upgrades: giving you a boost in accuracy and recoil control, as well as an extended magazine with improved bullet penetration. If the Cooper Carbine isn't for you, other options are available for the assault rifle. So do check out the best STG loadout to see how it stacks up and if it might be the better gun for you.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone loadouts, Best AR in Warzone , The best guns in Warzone

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 11:30 AM
     The best Swiss loadout in Warzone

Searching for the best Swiss loadout in Warzone? This Cold War Kar98k equivalent is one of the best sniper rifles in Warzone, and after a full season of use, it completely shifted the meta, especially after it got buffed with an increase in flinch resistance, ADS speed, and aiming stability.

With the right set of attachments, the Swiss K31 can become a great long distance option. You could even pair it with the best PPSh loadout to ensure you can pick off enemies no matter where they are on the map. Here's what you need to build the best Swiss loadout in Warzone.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone loadouts, Best AR in Warzone , The best guns in Warzone

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 10:40 AM
     FFXIV Island Sanctuary gives fans an Animal Crossing getaway

Critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is many things to many people, and now players can escape to their own Animal Crossing style island getaway with the upcoming FFXIV Island Sanctuary, which was detailed in Live Letter 71. In addition, game director Naoki Yoshida and community producer Toshio Murouchi expanded on much of the upcoming content players can expect with FFXIV patch 6.2, which is scheduled for late August.

Island Sanctuary is an individual island that each player gets for themselves. It is handled largely separately from the rest of the game, with its own materials, currencies, and inventory which are all handled independently so as not to clutter up players' normal inventories. You can grow crops, cultivate seeds, care for creatures, and develop and decorate your island to your heart's content. Each island is unique to you and the progression is designed for solo play, but players will be able to invite friends and free company members to visit their islands.

Yoshi-P emphasises that the islands are quite large - pointing to a tiny dot just visible on a wide overhead shot that he says is a Roegadyn, as an example of their scale. Island Sanctuary is expected to arrive with update 6.25, so won't be here for August's patch, but it should give players a whole new way to spend their time in Eorzea. We may not have Animal Crossing on PC, but this certainly feels like a good alternative.

RELATED LINKS: The best MMOs on PC, FFXIV Reaper job guide, FFXIV Sage job guide

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 10:38 AM
     Diablo Immortal set items list

Want to know where to find all of the Diablo Immortal set items? To make the best Diablo Immortal builds, you need to spend some time searching for equipment. You can also farm for the best Diablo Immortal legendary items and hunt down the best Diablo Immortal gems to complete your build.

These Diablo Immortal set items contain bonuses you can only get by putting on two, four, or six parts of the same set. They make up a key part of the best build for all six Diablo Immortal classes: Barbarian, Crusader, Demon Hunter, Wizard, Necromancer, and Monk. To find them, you need to farm the endgame dungeons on set difficulties, indicated by a 'Hell' level you can set by changing the difficulty in the options menu.

RELATED LINKS: Diablo Immortal tier list, Diablo Immortal system requirements, Best Diablo Immortal builds

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 10:15 AM
     The best Terraria mods

Looking for the best Terraria mods? Whether you're new to Terraria and want to tweak the experience slightly, or you've got years of experience and need a new challenge, these Terraria mods range from complete overhauls to minor improvements on existing content.

The Terraria Journey's End update adds a bunch more content for us to grapple with, but if you've burnt through the new bosses, or your Terraria NPC happiness is already off the charts, then these Terraria mods are just the ticket. Whether you're chasing beefier boss battles, new biomes to explore, or fresh items to tinker with, then we've got the best Terraria mods for the job.

RELATED LINKS: Terraria Journey's End release date, Best games like Minecraft, Best survival games

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 9:48 AM
     Fortnite's overshield could be getting a buff

Fortnite's overshield gives you a nice buffer, and essentially acts as an extra 50 hit points that recharge as long as you're not in the midst of a firefight with other players, or someone like Darth Vader. Others might see it as kind of a drag, turning your opponents into bullet sponges, and making sniping almost worthless. But whether you love it or loathe it, it turns out the overshield could be getting stronger, thanks to a new buff potentially being added by Epic.

RELATED LINKS: Fortnite V-Bucks, Fortnite Skins, Fortnite Creative Codes

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 9:19 AM
     The new pre-release Minecraft update helps detect server tomfoolery

Minecraft goes through updates like most of us go through those Tupperware boxes you get when you order takeaway food. We only received The Wild 1.19 update last month, and yet we're still getting glimpses of upcoming changes to the 1.19.1 version of the game thanks to pre-releases and snapshots. The latest such Minecraft update is now upon us, and it brings some peculiar changes to the crafting game's chat.

Now, you'll likely already know about the chat reporting functions Mojang will be adding to Minecraft, especially as a fair few people are concerned about them, although Mojang has put out a post regarding some of the questions around them. The Minecraft 1.19.1 pre-release 2 brings with it chat trust status, which basically tells players whether or not a server is tampering with players' messages.

This should allow players to feel more comfortable regarding the moderation tools, but it's not going to solve issues regarding privacy that some people have. It'll work by using a mix of coloured indications and icons to display the status of a message, whether that means it's not secure, modified, or perfectly fine.

RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 8:03 AM
     Raft Varuna Point walkthrough

Our Raft Varuna Point walkthrough takes you through the sixth story location in this open-water survival game. Varuna Point consists of two half-sunken tower ruins plus a massive crane, but since you'll be spending most of your time underwater, it's best to visit this island equipped with an Oxygen Bottle, a pair of Flippers, and some Spicy Pineberry drinks, courtesy of a Raft juicer.

Another essential item in this Raft Varuna Point walkthrough is the Zipline Tool, but you can leave it on the raft until you've completed the underwater part of this island. Finally, since Varuna Point is home to a rather aggressive Rhino Shark and a bunch of Anglerfishes, there's no such thing as bringing too much Healing Salve.

RELATED LINKS: How to unlock new Raft characters, How to craft and use a Raft recycler, How to get Raft trash cubes

PCGamesN Friday, July 1, 2022 9:37 AM
     Get 40% off this wireless Logitech gaming mouse for MMO games

If you don't consider a Logitech gaming mouse in your hunt for the perfect rodent, something's gone wrong. The brand is known for its high-quality Hero 25K sensors that don't miss a beat, low latency Lightspeed wireless technology that performs just as good as wired alternatives, and that oh-so-sweet metal scroll wheel that you can freely spin to your heart's content.

RELATED LINKS: Logitech G Pro Wireless review, Logitech G PowerPlay review, Logitech G502 Lightspeed review

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 2:52 PM
    

The Tour De France, the grandest race in professional cycling, started today. Across three weeks, 176 cyclists will ride 3328 kilometres (2068 miles) winding through France, Denmark, Belgium, and Switzerland, including the Alps and Pyrenees. As a keen cyclist and avid Tour watcher myself, I'm excited. So in celebration, over the coming weeks I'll be gabbing about the Tour De France, cycling, and bikes in a wide variety of video games with my own Tour De Jeux, from big-budget open-world extravaganzas to cute wee indie adventures. Let's start in the obvious place: the official Tour De France video game.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 11:50 AM
    

There's no rule, but I try to cover things here that haven't already been poached by, for example, Graham last year. Sanabi is far too good to overlook, though.

I've nothing against 2D platformers, but to stand out in such a saturated genre you really need to capture something special. Wonder Potion have more or less nailed both the tricky but rewarding platforming, grappling, and baddie smacking parts of their formula, and perhaps more impressively, the story parts as well. This is a game with character, and the storytelling chops to make the most of its relatively simple ideas.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 10:58 AM
    

I'm contractually obligated to inform you of the best early Prime Day deals on PC gaming hardware, even though Prime Day 2022 isn't until July 12th. Aaaaand then continues over until June 13th. Jeff, lad, that's two Prime Days. Regardless, Amazon's Prime Day landing page is already a gateway into some decent discounts on peripherals, SSDs, gaming monitors and the like, so take a look if you're of a more urgent mind. Unlike the bulk of actual Prime Day deals, the ones you'll find listed here don't even need an Amazon Prime account to access.

Previous Prime Days have driven competing retailers to knock down some of their own prices, and this year looks to be no different, so I've included some good sales from non-Amazon retailers as well. For the 12th and 13th we'll also post a full anti-Prime Day deals guide (like last year's), so you can still make some savings even if you're avoiding Amazon specifically.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 10:52 AM
    

The arrival of Monster Hunter Rise's Sunbreak expansion has brought a swathe of quality of life improvements to Capcom's beast-bashing action game, including support for Nvidia's performance-boosting DLSS tech. Announced earlier this week as part of the game's 10.0.2 patch notes, enabling DLSS does bring some welcome frame rate improvements to proceedings, but it also, err... has the rather unexpected side effect of shaving off everyone's hair / fur. And in a game about felling all manner of feathery, scaly lizard animals, that's not exactly ideal.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 10:33 AM
    

The house cat. Felis destructus. Humankind's absolute best mate and undisputed master. Some upcoming video games are planning to examine the motives behind these enigmatic creatures, whose origins remain unknown. Stray will put you in the paws of a street cat finding their way home in a cyberpunk city. Little Kitty Big City will see you wearing the whiskers of a cat less concerned with going home than it is with wreaking urban havoc. But what if you don't want to wait for these games? Well, you have options. Here are 10 of the best cats in PC games.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 10:00 AM
    

Back in April, Ed advocated that more games should adopt anime-style openers. I come to you today with another proposal. In addition to, or perhaps instead of, anime openers, I put it to you that more games should celebrate their launch days with live action music videos - and after watching Capcom's freshly unveiled "Matsuken Sunbreak" vid for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, I think you'll heartily agree.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 9:19 AM
    

PAX East 2022 may have taken place all the way back in April, but we still have a few bits and pieces left to talk about from our time in Boston. Namely: the 12 indie games included as part of the event's PAX Rising Showcase, a booth that's been a fixture of PAX for over a decade that allows developers to show off their upcoming projects to those attending the show.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 1, 2022 9:15 AM
    

Yesterday tech journalist Alex Hern, who has been making comparatively gentle fun of the crypto crash, pointed out that he didn't Tweet about bitcoin in the boom times "because it wasn't funny then." So, after we posted yesterday about a crypto fan who very shoddily stole Itch and for some reason tagged Itch's founder in a tweet about it, allow me to bring you the news that some No Man's Sky players have come up with what I think is the most useful application of a crypto currency I've seen. And it works because it is deliberately valueless.

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Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:46 PM
     WayForward and Rooster Teeth had a new reveal to share about the upcoming RWBY action-adventure game RWBY Arrowfell.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:43 PM
     Here's how to fix Valorant voice chat/comms not working if you're having trouble using in-game communication.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 3:09 PM
     An eye for an eye.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 2:24 PM
     Here is how to start the Vykas Legion Raid in Lost Ark.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 1:45 PM
     Who doesn't look a good hunt for fake games?

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 1:38 PM
     Nihon Falcom released a new trailer of its upcoming RPG The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki II – Crimson Sin.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 1:22 PM
     FFXIV fans have been eager to know when the new farming sim feature "Island Sanctuary" comes out in the game. Here's the answer.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 12:55 PM
     Island Sanctuary will surely make it Harvest Moon XIV.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 12:50 PM
     Sega just announced via press release that Phantasy Online 2: New Genesis will finally come for PS4 in the west.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 11:30 AM
     ay third-party developers had juicy news to share about upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator add-ons and an airport release.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 10:50 AM
     Time to separate the Teddy's from the Jimmy Pesto's.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 10:36 AM
     Portland loves Night in the Woods.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 10:23 AM
     Today Bandai Namco released a new trailer and screenshots of its upcoming fighting game JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 10:00 AM
     Major Mad Max vibes.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 9:50 AM
     Is Netflix down?

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 9:38 AM
     Today Bandai Namco released a brand new gameplay trailer of its upcoming JRPG Digimon Survive, which is coming later this month.

Twinfinite Friday, July 1, 2022 8:54 AM
     Today Square Enix hosted the 71st Final Fantasy XIV Letter From the Producer Live broadcast, focusing on upcoming update 6.2.

Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 3:30 PM
    

Hololive English Myth Nendoroids and Figma Figures Announced

Good Smile Company's Anime Expo 2022 announcements also involved Hololive English Myth reveals of new Nendoroids, figmas, and Pop Up Parade figures. In some cases, only concept art appeared. However, both the Gura Gawr and Calliope Mori Pop Up Parades showed up as unpainted prototypes.

First, here's the reveal that Amelia Watson, Calliope, Ina'nis Ninomae, and Kiara Takanashi Hololive English Nendoroids are in the works. No precise concept art appeared to show them in their upcoming chibi forms.

Next, here's the reveal that Amelia, Calliope, Gura, Ina'nis, and Kiara will all get their own figmas.

Finally, here are the unpainted prototypes for the Gura Gawr and Calliope Mori Pop Up Parade Hololive English Myth figures.

So far, only Gura's gotten a Nendoroid. The first round of pre-orders for it opened in July 2021. Those sold out. That led to a second round. That figure is expected to appear around September 2022 outside Japan.

The post Hololive English Myth Nendoroids and Figma Figures Announced appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 3:00 PM
    

Yurukill

When is a murder mystery game not a murder mystery game? When it's a combination murder mystery/shoot 'em up! Just as the "Yurukill" in the title Yurukill: The Calumniation Games is a portmanteau of the Japanese "Yurusu" (to pardon or forgive) and the English "Kill," the game itself is a combo of two seemingly incompatible genres. It is a puzzle-solving adventure and a flashy scrolling shooter. The result works far better than one might think at first.

Yurukill kicks things off in an unknown prison. The first character and protagonist, Sengoku Shunju, is a mass murderer. Convicted of bombing an apartment building and killing 21 people, he's been removed from his cell and carted off to "Yurukill Land," a freakish amusement park. There, he and five other "Prisoners," all convicted of various crimes but continuing to proclaim their innocence, must survive the "Yurukill Games." The games are a series of challenges posed by Binko, Yurukill's eccentric, fox mask-wearing game show host. But there's more. Each Prisoner is paired up with an "Executioner," an individual with some connection to the Prisoner's crime. In Sengoku's case, his Executioner is Rina Azami, the only survivor of the bombing Sengoku allegedly committed.

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Each pair's goal in Yurukill's death game is set early on. Win, and Prisoners will go free with enough evidence to clear their names. Executioners will have their wish granted, which could mean, for example, exacting revenge on the Prisoner. It's a wild setup that's perfectly set to accommodate roller-coaster plot twists, and developer Izanagi Games made sure the game's aesthetic reflects that unhinged energy.

Yurukill's visuals are top-notch, even among other famous adventure and visual novel-type games. The character designs come from Another manga artist Hiro Kiyohara and are beautifully rendered, if a bit static. When speaking, the character cutouts are surrounded by a lit border that animates and changes to accentuate the character's mood and lines. The borders even allow character-specific styling, such as the red Torii gates that surround Binko whenever she's on screen. It's a great touch that accentuates Yurukill's lavish sensibility, making it a joy to look at.

Yurukill is also a joy to hear, thanks to excellent voice work by its cast. The game features well-known actors like Saori Hayami, Ayane Sakura, Takuya Eguchi, and Tomozaku Sugita. Yu Kobayashi in the role of Binko is particularly entertaining, thanks to Kobayashi's ability to instantly switch from "femme fatale" to "far off the deep end".

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The performances are supported by the writing. Based on a story by Kakegurui creator Homura Kawamoto and Build Divide creator Hikaru Muno, Yurukill: The Calumniation Games leans hard into the excess and over-the-top energy of the game's amusement park setting. The dozen or so hours it takes to clear the game pass quickly, as the chapters are efficiently constructed and help lay out the stakes without much fuss or fumble. The story loses some steam in the latter half, though. Some cases rely on leaps of reasoning that are frankly untenable to anyone that's not actively a cartoon character. Though vibes are generally more important than airtight logic in games like this, a few of the reaches really stretch credibility.

You play each pairing in turn, as they brave one of Yurukill Land's bespoke attractions. Each attraction is a multi-stage, escape room-style puzzle area, filled with dialog sequences, clues, and some puzzle-solving. The puzzles range from basic arithmetic and pattern recognition challenges to simplistic, hidden-object pixel hunts. The latter puzzles are where Yurukill's interface seems a bit inadequate, as you're made to maneuver a slow cursor around the screen to interact with hotspots. It feels like a UI better suited to touch screens or mouse-driven play rather than gamepads.

Then again, you might want a gamepad for the other half of Yurukill's gameplay. As mentioned, it's also a shoot-em-up, with the shooting portions of the game developed by G.Rev, a veteran shmup-maker with credits on series like Darius, Ikaruga, and Senko no Ronde. Following each adventure portion, Prisoners and Executioners alike are tossed into a virtual reality arcade to do battle in the Executioner's mind palace.

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Prisoners need to fly their Yurukill Fighters through the Executioner's mental defenses, making their case by shooting clues and navigating to different clues discovered in the adventure sequences. It works surprisingly well, because the shooting is genuinely fun and the character interactions continue during these portions. Each playable character also has a unique gimmick for their ship, such as extra guns that shoot sideways or orbiting laser drones. Though the gameplay can't really be said to be fully integrated with the narrative, it's not so distracting that it takes away rom the storytelling. Indeed, it can be a fun change of pace, cleansing the palate before the next round of insane plot twists. And when the story's over, players who liked the shooting can go back and play in Score Attack mode, choosing any playable character for any stage (they're locked in during the main story).

I'm not sure whether to think of Yurukill as a decent shmup with a good adventure game attached, or a good adventure game with a decent shmup minigame inserted into it. Perhaps it doesn't matter, as the two disparate flavors taste great together all the same.

Yurukill: The Calumniation Games releases for PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch on July 5, 2022 in North America and on July 8, 2022 for Europe and on PC.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:30 PM
    

Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo and Reigen Nendoroid Prototypes Appear

As part of its Anime Expo 2022 announcements, Good Smile Company offered looks at its Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo Kageyama and Arataka Reigen Nendoroids. There's no release window for either one yet. However, the latest images offer a first look at the painted prototypes for both characters.

First, here's how Mob will look. He's wearing his school uniform.

Next, here's Reigen in his usual suit.

As for the show, more Mob Psycho 100 is coming. Season 3 will appear in October 2022. Crunchyroll already confirmed it will offer it.

The Mob Psycho 100 Shigeo Kageyama and Arataka Reigen Nendoroids are in development. The anime can be found on Crunchyroll, and Dark Horse handles the manga localization.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:10 PM
    

Shovel Knight, Shantae, and Undertale Undine Nendoroid Updates Shared

A number of indie game Nendoroid updates appeared as part of Good Smile Company's Anime Expo 2022 announcements. Most of them were looks at confirmed characters. For example, painted prototypes of both the Nendoroid versions of Shovel Knight and Undertale's Undine showed up. So did an unpainted Nendoroid prototype of the half-genie Shantae.

First, here's the painted Shovel Knight Nendoroid. He'll be armed with his shovel. His armor will also use metallic paint.

Next, here's the Undertale Undine Nendoroid. She'll join Sans and Papyrus, who will appear in 2023.

Finally, here's how the unpainted Shantae Nendoroid looks.

There was also an indie game Nendoroid announcement. Slime Rancher's lead character is getting a figure. The Beatrix LeBeau Nendoroid will be based on the rancher's appearance in Slime Rancher 2.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 2:00 PM
    

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis PS4 Worldwide Release Confirmed

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis PS4 versions are finally going to appear outside Japan. As part of the Anime Expo 2022 announcements, Sega confirmed a global release. The only consoles with the MMORPGs outside Japan right now are ones in the Xbox family. They will arrive on the PlayStation Store on August 31, 2022.

Here's the official announcement.

PSO2 New Genesis launched on Xbox consoles and PCs back in June 2021.

This doesn't mean every version of Phantasy Star Online 2 will soon be available worldwide. There's no news about the Nintendo Switch port. A cloud version of the MMO is available on the console in Japan. There was also, at one point, a Vita version available. People in Japan were able to play it until service ended in September 2020.

Phantasy Star Online 2 and PSO2 New Genesis will come to the PS4 on August 31, 2022. People can immediately play both games on the Xbox One, Xbox Series X (via backward compatibility), and PC worldwide.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 1:50 PM
    

See the Hades Thanatos Nendoroid and Zagreus Pop Up Parade Figure

As part of its Anime Expo 2022 showings, Good Smile Company showed off both the Hades Thanatos Nendoroid and Zagreus Pop Up Parade figure. In each case, the items are prototypes currently in development. Thanatos is the further along of the two. His figure appeared as a painted prototype. As for Zagreus, his only showed up as an unpainted prototype.

First, here's how the Hades Thanatos Nendoroid will look. He'll arrive carrying his scythe.

Next, here's how the Hades Zagreus Pop Up Parade figure will look. He's going to be wielding a sword for this figure.

There's already one more Hades Nendoroid on the way. Zagreus will show up later in 2022. Ahead of his debut, Good Smile Company even offered a video looking at his development.

Hades is available on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC. There is no release date yet for the Hades Thanatos Nendoroid or Zagreus Pop Up Parade figure.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 1:40 PM
    

Street Fighter Chun-Li and Cammy Pop Up Parade Figures Shown

Good Smile Company Street Fighter Chun-li and Cammy figures showed up at Anime Expo 2022. The company revealed both will join its Pop Up Parade line. However, they're at different stages of development. The Chun-Li figure is further along, and a painted prototype showed up. However, Cammy is still in the unpainted prototype phase.

First, here's the Street Fighter Chun-li Pop Up Parade figure.

Next, this is the unpainted Street Fighter Cammy figure.

While there are no release windows for either, we do have an idea how much they'll cost. Good Smile Company's Pop Up Parade figures are generally a standardized line. This means it typically costs ¥4,800/$43.99. However, there are occasionally exceptions when things like licensing fees come up.

Street Fighter V is available for the PS4 and PC. Street Fighter 6 will come to the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2023. Chun-Li is officially confirmed as a character for it.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 1:30 PM
    

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Android and iOS Versions Appear

People have a new way to take older Ace Attorney games with them on the go. Capcom released Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy on Android and Apple iOS devices worldwide. It is $22.99 on Google Play. The App Store version is $24.99.

These three titles cover all of Phoenix Wright's early adventures. The earliest of these stories got their start on the Game Boy Advance in Japan. Since then, they've been ported to multiple platforms worldwide. Everyone who buys the collection will get Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All, and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations on their Android and Apple iOS devices.

The announcement also included a few details about languages and other features. The games are all in HD now. They also all have 10 save slots, so you can keep track of multiple playthroughs. The official language options are English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, and both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is out now for Android and Apple iOS devices. You can also find it on the 3DS, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and PC.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 1:15 PM
    

Skullgirls Valentine Nendoroid Prototype Shared

Work is coming along on the Skullgirls Valentine Nendoroid, and Good Smile Company offered a peek at her at Anime Expo 2022. An unpainted prototype of the character appeared. In it, she's wearing her usual nurses' outfit and carrying a saw.

Here's a closer look at the upcoming Skullgirls figure. The initial announcement only offered a peek at her concept art.

While this is an unpainted prototype, the Skullgirls Valentine Nendoroid already takes into account her new design. The character's crosses will be removed in-game. They'll be replaced with shuriken. While it is a bit difficult to see, the outline for the shuriken is present on Valentine's hat for the figure.

Skullgirls 2nd Encore is available on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Vita, and PC. Skullgirls is available on mobile devices. The Skullgirls Valentine redesign will appear in both games sometime in 2022. The Nendoroid based on her doesn't have a release date yet.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 1:00 PM
    

FFXIV Island Sanctuary Detailed Ahead of 6.2

The Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer Live LXXI meant new details about upcoming features. The FFXIV Island Sanctuary will arrive in late August 2022 with 6.2. Once it arrives, people will need to build their own place on an island and engage in different kinds of casual gameplay alone. It essentially seems like a sort of farming life sum space.

The first part of the overview established this is purely a single-player affair. Someone who comes there will be able to have their own space. People can build facilities, grow crops, tend animals, and get materials for crafting. All of the items you get there will be only available on the island. They'll also be able to be used for tools, which can make gathering easier. All items are stored in their own inventory. To get island-specific currency, you can craft handicrafts and export ones most in-demand. You can also let your Wind-Up Minions roam around the space.

While the FFXIV Island Sanctuary will be a single-player space, other people can stop by. Players can invite friends and Free Company members to their island. They can also go to other people's islands to see what their buildings and Wind-Up Minions look like.

Final Fantasy XIV is available for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. The Island Sanctuary and Variant Dungeons will appear in FFXIV patch 6.2 in late August 2022.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 12:30 PM
    

FFXIV Heavensward

Though Patch 6.2 of Final Fantasy XIV is bringing a fair amount of brand-new activities for its players, the ongoing drive to revamp existing content continues. The July 1, 2022 Letter from the Producer's Live broadcast teased that a number of duties related to the Main Scenario Quest in FFXIV: Heavensward (Patch 3.0) will see improvements.

The goal of the FFXIV Heavensward improvements is to make the game experience better for players that want to enjoy Final Fantasy XIV as more of a single-player game. In earlier Live Letters, Producer/Director Naoki Yoshida noted that many players raised on the single-player Final Fantasy games shy away from trying FFXIV due to its multiplayer nature. The Main Scenario Quest improvements are targeted at making the main story more welcoming to players intimidated by the prospect of playing with others.

Earlier patches revamped content from the A Realm Reborn era to incorporate Duty Support, a way for solo players to take NPC party members into certain dungeons that are part of the Main Scenario Quest. These include the famous Praetorium. Now the Duty Support system is extending to story-important FFXIV Heavensward activities as well.

The list of dungeons with Duty Support compatibility is as follows:

  • Snowcloak
  • The Keeper of the Lake
  • Sohm Al
  • The Aery
  • The Vault

Where appropriate, the Duty Support system will allow named characters like Estinien, Alphinaud, and Ysayle, to participate as AI-controlled party members. The Steps of Faith Trial will be reworked as a solo quest as well.

The Thornmarch Trial, a FFXIV A Realm Reborn duty wherein players took on the Great King Moggle Mog XII, has also received a revamp. Because the Cape Westwind Duty was changed from an 8-person trial to a solo battle, Thornmarch became the first 8-player duty new players experience. The problem with that is that it's a fairly complex trial, which the team worried would be too difficult as players' first experience in 8-player content.

The Thornmarch Trial is well-known, because players need to defeat King Moggle Mog XII's guards in a certain order before facing him. This can require a level of coordination that newer players have yet to develop. The team wasn't specific as to what exactly will change about Thornmarch.

Final Fantasy XIV is available on PS4, PS5, and PC. Patch 6.2 and the FFXIV Heavensward content revamps will arrive in August 2022.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 12:00 PM
    

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R Foo Fighters, Yukako Confirmed

Rather than focusing on one character, the latest JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R video reveals three new ones. This rerelease of the game will include a number of folks not in the original game. Now, we know Yukako Yamagishi, Foo Fighters (FF), and another Jotaro Kujo will be present in this JoJo's Bizarre Adventure fighting game.

All three appear at the end of the newest trailer for the game. At the 1:28 mark, an image with the new, hidden characters shatters in three spots. That's when the new folks show up.

Yukako Yamagishi comes from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable. Her Stand is Love Deluxe. She's also known for her obsession over Koichi Hirose. Love Deluxe allows Yukako to attack enemies with her hair.

This new version of Jotaro Kujo also appeared in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable. Once again, he appears with his Stand Star Platinum.

Foo Fighters, also referred to as FF in the localizations, is one of Jolyne Cujoh's allies in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean. Their situation is unique, though you could also consider them a Stand user.

Here's the list of other characters who appeared in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R trailers so far.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R will appear on September 2, 2022. It will be available on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 11:30 AM
    

Reno and Rude are on the FFVII Remake July 2022 Calendar

The July 2022 FFVII Remake calendar is here, and people will be looking at Reno and Rude all month. The two members of the Turks star in all of Square Enix's images. These are available for both PCs and mobile devices.

Here are the July 2022 FFVII Remake images. They're also a bit of a spoiler. The picture comes from a late-game encounter with Reno and Rude.
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Reno and Rude mark the first FFVII Remake calendar to showcase villains. The ones that appeared previously in 2022 all starred heroes. Cloud, Barret, Aerith, and Tifa showed up first. The May 2022 one featured Red XIII. In June 2022, people got to look at Yuffie for a month.

It is incredibly common for companies to release monthly calendars with characters on them. For example, HoYoVerse does this with both Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact 3rd.

Final Fantasy VII Remake is available for the PlayStation 4, while FFVII Remake Intergrade is out on the PlayStation 5 and PC.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 11:00 AM
    

Digimon Survive Affinity and Conversation Gameplay Shown Off

There's a new Digimon Survive gameplay trailer, and it shows how the affinity and conversation elements in the game work. This is essentially a visual novel and tactical game rolled into one. However, the choices you make can also affect how battles go.

The Digimon Survive gameplay trailer begins by showing off conversation choices and how those can alter affinity or karma. In one segment, Takuma encounters a Fangmon. He's wondering if they are going to die. He has three options to choose from there. He can stand up, shout, or offer encouragement. The segment shows him choosing to stand up, which influences "moral." In another section, Takuma is talking with Aoi. The two are working out what route to take. By checking with her, the affinity between the two of them goes up to improve their relationship.

In another segment, it shows how conversations in battle can affect the situation in Digimon Survive. If you talk with an ally, it can do things like increase movement and boost stats. It also offers a peek at an Etemon enemy conversation. Takuma has four possible responses. Choosing "Yes, pretty please!" allows him to make Etemon his friend or get items from the character.

Here's the full Digimon Survive gameplay trailer.

Digimon Survive will come to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on July 29, 2022.

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Siliconera Friday, July 1, 2022 10:30 AM
    

FFXIV Variant Dungeon

The latest Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer Live broadcast introduced an entirely new type of dungeon content, which will be introduced following August 2022's Patch 6.2 update. Called Variant Dungeons, the new FFXIV activities will offer a new approach to difficulty and choice. Producer/Director Naoki Yoshida detailed the concept behind FFXIV Variant Dungeons on the stream. They were previously introduced in the post-Endwalker content roadmap as "Criterion Dungeons".

Variant Dungeons are variable-difficulty FFXIV dungeons designed for solo play or in parties of up to four. They're meant for casual play, and have no role restrictions. This means you can bring four tanks, four DPS, four healers, or any combination of jobs to the dungeon. They'll even allow mid-dungeon changes of job. Enemy strength in a Variant Dungeon will be based on party size. Variant Dungeons also have multiple pathways of progression, with branches based on player actions.

The first FFXIV Variant Dungeon is called The Sil'dihn Subterrane. Players will explore it with "a certain somebody" and will experience a different story based on their choices. They'll be able to replay the dungeon to see different outcomes and paths.

The team didn't just throw away the previous Criterion Dungeon name, though. That's now the name of the hardcore take on FFXIV Variant Dungeons. Formally called Another Path - Criterion Dungeons, Criterion Dungeons are designed for max-level four-player parties. They're require the traditional role mix of one tank, one healer, and two DPS jobs, and have a predetermined route and enemy makeup. They're also different from a standard dungeon, in that they don't allow normal methods to revive a KO'd player. Instead, every player has a limited pool of revivals to use on their fallen buddies. Enemies also don't respawn if the party wipes out.

The first Criterion Dungeon will be called Another Sil'dihn Subterrane. It'll have its own Savage difficulty tier. On Savage, Criterion Dungeons forbid all forms of revival. They also respawn all enemies on a wipe, and enemies get stronger if players can't defeat them within a certain time limit. It seems designed to give 4-player parties a taste of the difficulty usually reserved for 8-player Trials and Raids.

Final Fantasy XIV is available on PS4, PS5, and PC. FFXIV Variant Dungeons arrive as part of the Patch 6.2, which launches in late August 2022.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 2:45 PM
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     Cuphead The Delicious Last Course Dlc Moonshine Mob Guide Tips How To Beat 1The Moonshine Mob could be the first boss bout you face in Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course. You'll find the entrance to their lair south of Chef Saltbaker's bakery. You don't fight just one boss with the Moonshine Mob, however. There are three (well, technically four) enemies to blast through. It can be a tough fight, especially with all the environmental hazards. But don't fret: this guide has some tips on how you can make the Moonshine Mob sleep with the fishes. The Moonshine Mob consists of a gang of bugs with an ax to grind. Its multi-tiered environment also means you'll have to move positions often. Check out the tips below.   Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course — Moonshine Mob tips guide Phase 1 You begin by facing off against a spider gangster. As you deal damage, he calls forth fly henchmen while also summoning bombs that dangle from spider webs. The spider randomly picks one of three bridges to cross, coming in from either the left or...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 1:00 PM
     Vanguard multiplayer and zombies patch ranked play leaderboardsCall of Duty: Vanguard and Warzone Pacific Season Four introduced a lot of new content for fans to play through. In multiplayer, USS Texas 1945 saw a remaster, and the new Fortune's Keep map provides a fresh battle royale experience. Today a Vanguard patch went live, and it fixes stability issues across multiplayer and zombies, with most updates applying to Ranked Play and the latest zombies map. The first round-based map in zombies has received a lot of positive feedback. The stability fixes should make slaying the undead a smoother experience. Let's jump straight into the patch notes. To begin, with this patch, Vanguard Ranked Play Top 250 Skill Divisions and Leaderboard are now live for Season Four. In addition, this playlist has restricted the new Marco 5 submachine gun and the Push Dagger melee weapon. In terms of challenge progression, the counter for Mastery Operator skins has been corrected. Also, if you destroy an enemy trophy system with a rocket launcher it will ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 11:30 AM
     Warzone Pacific Fortune's Keep Inside Of Walls GlitchCall of Duty: Warzone Pacific Season 4 dropped the biggest content update in a long time. Apart from new weapons such as the Marco 5 and the UGM 8, the season introduced us to Fortune's Keep. The latest map has provided fans with a fresh experience and a switch up from from Rebirth Island. With that being said, Season 4 came with some stability issues. One issue is allowing players to get inside of walls in Warzone Pacific's Fortune's Keep. A player posted a clip of the glitch in action on the Call of Duty: Warzone Reddit page. As you can see from the clip, the squad is shot from an unknown location. Then, they decide to run inside of a building with the hope of getting to some cover. However, the danger was actually inside of the building, as they are faced with even more bullets. No one could not figure out where they were coming from.   The whole squad was wiped out, and the kill cam revealed all. Two enemy players were hidden inside of a wall and they could s...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, July 1, 2022 10:00 AM
     Sea of Stars delay aquatic citySo far, Sea of Stars has looked like the perfect game for fans of classic turn-based RPGs to look forward to. Developed by Sabotage Studio, the same team behind The Messenger, Sea of Stars aims to give players the same warm, fuzzy feelings they had when playing classic JRPGs like Chrono Trigger. At the same time, it seeks to modernize the formula of these classic games in various ways, such as by implementing seamless transitions from exploration to combat. Naturally, such an ambitious project can take a long time to make, as evidenced by today's decision by the developers to delay Sea of Stars from 2022 to 2023. Sabotage Studio announced this decision on the official Sea of Stars Twitter account. In a statement, the developer noted that it has "two main priorities⁠—quality of life for our team and quality of the finished game." Additionally, the studio thanked fans for their support and hopes that it can release some kind of demo for players to try this ...

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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 3:00 PM
     When it comes to Minecraft, gathering resources and sustaining yourself is crucial for survival. Food acts as the player's main source of energy and health, so it is fairly important to gather as many food items as possible; farming is one of the best ways to become self-sufficient in Minecraft. As the game slowly progresses, […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 2:00 PM
     Oman Au Shrine, or the Magnesis Trial, is one of the first Shrines in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. This shrine is one of four shrines that Link must complete to leave the Great Plateau region. This shrine is also Link's introduction to Magnesis, a useful Rune ability that can lift and […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 1:00 PM
     Add some players to your in-game Friends List so you can easily invite them over to clear dungeons together. Whether you're playing Diablo Immortal alone or with friends, Blizzard's newest dungeon-crawler features a ton of online content to keep its players satisfied. Nevertheless, MMORPG, like Diablo Immortal, is always going to be best played with […]

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     Double-parking along Davis is never a good idea. Let's face it – the police in GTA 5 can be a hit or miss. For example, the LSPD wouldn't even bat an eye on you beating a red light along Burton Street but try standing beside a super-sensitive NPC, and they will call the cops on […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, July 1, 2022 11:00 AM
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     Microsoft, the company that brought us <a href="https://www.gameinformer.com/2022/03/22/you-can-win-a-sonic-the-hedgehog-2-xbox-series-s-complete-with-furry-controllers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">furry Sonic controllers</a> and a Far…

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