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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 5:40 PM
    

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 5:25 PM
    

Thanksgiving turkeys might be getting pardoned and roasted this week, but this tough piece of poultry is kicking all kinds of kaiju ass in this action comedy manga.

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 5:20 PM
    

Warzone's new 2.0 release updates Call of Duty's much-celebrated battle royale (and it is a very fun time), but there's also a new mode: DMZ. Here, the pace and goals are quite different, despite taking place on the same map as Warzone's BR. The goal of this mode is to exfiltrate with as many goodies as you can. To…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 4:55 PM
    

I am very sober during my hands-on preview with High On Life, a fast and loud first-person shooter from Squanch Games, and for once, that's a bad thing. If I showed up to any other game preview absolutely blitted out of my mind, it might be an issue–but here, it's preferred. When I suggest, half-jokingly, that this…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 4:40 PM
    

Ubisoft was one of many publishers in the last few years to ditch Steam for its own storefront or Epic's launcher. And like so many, including Activision, Ubisoft is now coming back to Steam with the upcoming release of Assassin's Creed Valhalla on the platform, after 2019 comments from the publisher suggested the…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 3:15 PM
    

You know what really makes me hungry? Watching characters chomp on the air instead of floppy ham sandwiches in the bugged role-playing game Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Okay, so, the game has its mood-killing problems. But we're at the head of holiday season—with turkey legs and pecan pies and all other kinds of…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 2:40 PM
    

Depending on how old you are, you might remember the concept of "The Weekend Game," as in the title you rented or borrowed from a friend and beat in like 2 or 3 sittings between Friday and Sunday. And that was it. Maybe you replay a few levels to grab some collectibles, but nothing more than that. You had a good time,…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 1:15 PM
    

We're less than a week into the life of Warzone 2.0, an upgraded version of the hit free-to-play battle royale spinoff for Call of Duty, and players already think they're dying at the hands of invisible opponents. While Activision hasn't officially acknowledged the potential bug, players are already swapping tales of…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 12:15 PM
    

If you're physically stuck in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet because… oh I don't know, you randomly fell through the floor, I've got good news for you. The game has an autosave function turned on by default, and it's not related to manual saves. So you've got a non-intrusive backup for when the game decides to trap you in…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 11:56 AM
    

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet have a ton of bugs and performance issues that have slowly been revealing themselves in the days since it launched, but not all of them are bad. One newly discovered glitch actually lets players run at double speed if they trick the game into recognizing two controllers simultaneously. It…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 11:30 AM
    

There is no doubt at all that Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (PSV) has been released in a poor state. Riddled with bugs right from the opening scenes, many game-breaking, it's impossible to ignore. With no guarantee of sustaining progress, it has been released in an unacceptable condition. Right, that's all said, so I can…

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PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 4:57 PM
     RimWorld update 1.4 blends the Ideology and Biotech expansions

Colony management game RimWorld just saw the launch of a big expansion that adds all kinds of new genetic and robotic possibilities to the mix. With the latest RimWorld update, the Biotech Expansion becomes more compatible with other components of the game - specifically, the Ideology expansion that launched last year. The combined expansions offer new narrative possibilities in RimWorld, and they all can add interesting wrinkles to your next colony.

RELATED LINKS: The best Rimworld mods, The best games like Rimworld and Dwarf Fortress, RimWorld multiplayer guide

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 4:05 PM
     Rainbow Six Siege Solar Raid update: Solis, Ranked 2.0, new map

There's a lot of new stuff and some massive system overhauls arriving with the Rainbow Six Siege Solar Raid update. And while it may not feature the most exciting new operator, the quality of life changes and the arrival of Ranked 2.0 could see a resurgence of interest in the long-serving multiplayer game.

RELATED LINKS: Rainbow Six Siege Year 7 roadmap, Best Rainbow Six Siege operators, Play Rainbow Six Siege

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 4:05 PM
     New Rainbow Six Siege operator Solis is IQ but on defence

The new Rainbow Six Siege operator, Solis, mirrors the FPS game's pre-existing character, IQ, except they're on the defending side. That might sound incredibly reductive, and potentially even a bit tedious, but there's plenty of reason to be excited about Solar Raid's main addition.

 

RELATED LINKS: Rainbow Six Siege Year 7 roadmap, Best Rainbow Six Siege operators, Play Rainbow Six Siege

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 4:05 PM
     Rainbow Six Siege ranks and MMR explained for Ranked 2.0

Rainbow Six Siege ranks and MMR are changing dramatically with the arrival of Operation Solar Raid and the Ranked 2.0 overhaul. Whereas before, players would battle through ten placement matches to earn their seasonal rank, and then progress up or down depending on the results of subsequent matches, this time they're all going back to Copper.

And the changes extend to MMR as a concept overall, so join us as we break down all the new Rainbow Six Siege ranks and how MMR works with the Ranked 2.0 overhaul in one of the best FPS games on the market.

RELATED LINKS: Rainbow Six Siege Year 7 roadmap, Best Rainbow Six Siege operators, Play Rainbow Six Siege

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 3:46 PM
     Forza Horizon 5 auction house closed while devs fix wrecked economy

If you play Forza Horizon 5 for a while, you end up with lots of cars. Heaps of 'em, in fact. There are several things you can do with them: you can gift them to other players in the racing game's various barns, or you can sell them to players looking to complete their collections using the Forza Horizon 5 auction house. That feature has been unavailable for the past week, and Playground Games says it'll remain offline until the developer can rebalance the game's economy.

RELATED LINKS: Forza Horizon 5 review, The best racing games on PC, The best open-world games on PC

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 2:00 PM
     How long is Evil West?

How long is Evil West? Given that 50+ hour games are the trend at the moment - and have been for quite some time - you may be wondering how long you'll be spending in this vampire-slaying steampunk third-person shooter. If you're a fan of shorter action-adventure games that don't take themselves too seriously, packed with monsters to explode in a shower of blood, then Evil West may be the gunslinging adventure for you.

Evil West has 16 missions that will take roughly 10-15 hours to complete. The game's structure features a linear set of missions filled with treasures off the beaten track (including the Evil West unique chests) and arenas where you duel against vampires, their cowboy thralls, and other wicked creatures of the night. If that sounds good, but you'd like to learn a lot more, we have an Evil West preview that goes into more detail about what you can expect to find in the western game.

RELATED LINKS: Best Western games on PC, Best action-adventure games on PC, Best vampire games on PC

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 2:00 PM
     Where to find Evil West unique chests for perks, upgrades, and skins

Looking for all of those pesky Evil West unique chests? You can find these treasure troves throughout the campaign, tucked away in nooks behind explosives or on platforms you need to shoot down chains to reach. These chests mostly contain skins to change your appearance, but you can also obtain new perks and upgrades.

If you miss any Evil West unique chests, it's not the end of the world. Head into the Lore section of the pause menu at any time and go to the tab with the exclamation point. Select the mission from the list below. You'll start again from The Calico or the beginning of the level. You can either select 'return to main progress' from the same menu or finish the mission to warp back to where you left off in the action-adventure game.

RELATED LINKS: Best Western games on PC, Best action-adventure games on PC, Best vampire games on PC

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 2:00 PM
     Is there Evil West crossplay?

You'll be wondering whether Evil West crossplay is a thing if you're keen on playing the gunslinging, vampire-slaying adventure in co-op across different platforms. This feature appears most frequently in higher-budget titles, but occasionally you see this oft-requested feature in smaller-scale games.

If you have read our Evil West preview, you'll know that this is a combat-focused game set in a twisted version of the wild west. Vampires roam the land, waiting to have their arms burst from a well-placed gunshot or homunculi rushing towards you, gushing crimson like a water fountain display whenever you land a punch. With rootin' tootin' cowboys packing serious heat, it has the potential to be one of the best western games on PC in quite some time.

RELATED LINKS: Best Western games on PC, Best action-adventure games on PC, Best vampire games on PC

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 1:30 PM
     A Destiny 2 Exotic weapon contains a hidden musical secret

A Destiny 2 Exotic weapon contains a hidden secret wherein each shot has a one-in-ten chance of playing a widely-known motif from the popular FPS game, Bungie developer Juan Pablo Uribe shared via Twitter on November 18.

"My parting Destiny gift to you all: There's a 1 in 10 chance when firing a sustained beam of Ruinous Effigy that you'll get a very subtle extra layer of a particular musical motif from a certain destiny release that the music team gifted me with," the tweet from Uribe, whose Twitter profile lists them as a senior sound developer at Bungie, reads. "You'll know it when you hear it."

RELATED LINKS: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:33 PM
     AMD Ryzen 7000 price cuts see CPUs discounted by nearly 30%

Since the launch of the AMD Ryzen 7000 series, the price of AM5 CPUs a point of criticism for many, especially when combined with the cost of other parts necessary to use them, namely motherboards and RAM. Now, just under two months after the chips hit the market, team red's latest and greatest are already available with a heavy discount.

RELATED LINKS: Ryzen 7000 CPUs - everything we know, RDNA 3 GPUs - everything we know, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:28 PM
     Best Warzone 2 SMG in season 1

The best Warzone 2 SMG is part of a versatile group of weapons, able to fill in as a solid secondary when paired with one of the best Warzone 2 sniper rifles, or as a primary if you're the type of player who enjoys getting up close and personal.

The best Warzone 2 SMG in season 1 is the Lachmann Sub, also known as the MP5. This gun has the best mobility out of all the best Warzone 2 guns, and it packs a serious punch up close if you kit it out with the right attachments, so much so that it also features in our guide to the overall best Warzone 2 loadout drops. Here's our full list of the best Warzone 2 SMGs and the attachments you'll want to kit them out with before dropping into the battle royale game.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:24 PM
     Best Black Friday gaming PC deals in 2022

Want to make sure you don't miss the best Black Friday gaming PC deals in 2022? Well, you've come to the right place. Stepping into the world of gaming PCs can be daunting, and if you don't know how to build a gaming PC, then pre-built machines are going to be a godsend. Of course, they can all be very expensive, which makes Black Friday the best time for you to dip your toe into the world of enhanced PC gaming.

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

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:14 PM
     Civ 6 adds free Julius Caesar DLC – with a catch

One of the best strategy games is getting a whole lot better; Civilisation 6 now includes Julius Caesar. Developer Firaxis has added the historical figure to the game as a Roman leader as part of the new leader pass. You can also get Julius Caesar for free in Civ 6, but there's a small catch on how to do it.

RELATED LINKS: The best Civ 6 mods, The best Civ 6 civs, Play Civilization VI

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:09 PM
     Sims 4 CC hair gets Maxis Match Disney Dreamlight Valley crossover

A new Sims 4 CC hair pack brings some Disney Dreamlight Valley, Maxis Match styles to the EA life game, heralding a new crossover with the Gameloft and Pixar Animal Crossing-like.

RELATED LINKS: Best Sims 4 mods, Best Sims 4 sex mods, Play The Sims 4 free

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:01 PM
     Arma 3 mod adds versatile squad AI to Vietnam DLC

Last year's SOG Prairie Fire was one of the most entertaining pieces of DLC to come out for Arma 3 in years, but it left single-player Arma fans with little to do. To take on Prairie Fire's Vietnam War-era missions, you needed a squad - and a squad that could communicate and follow orders. Fortunately, there's an Arma 3 mod available now that adds some clever AI to SOG Prairie Fire, and you can use it throughout the rest of the military simulation game, too.

RELATED LINKS: Best FPS games on PC, Best war games on PC, Arma 3 mods

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:56 AM
     Is there Warzone 2 crossplay?

Wondering if there is Warzone 2 crossplay? Chances are that, if you've played a few rounds of Modern Warfare 2 with others who are using PlayStation or Xbox consoles, you'll also want to know if your buddies can join you for a few rounds.

And if there does happen to be Warzone 2 crossplay, what about cross-platform progression? Will you be able to keep all of the gear they've unlocked in the battle royale game when moving from console to PC, or do you need to grind all over again just to get all of the best Warzone 2 loadouts and their attachments?

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 12:05 PM
     Genshin Impact Yae and Childe banner sales unaided by Primo giveaway

Genshin Impact's current Yae Miko and Childe character banners aren't doing nearly as well as the ones in the first half of the anime game's version 3.2 update. The decrease in sales isn't wholly unexpected, as this pair is coming right after the most popular banners in the RPG's history. Even the new Genshin Impact event with Primogem giveaways isn't doing much to help the numbers.

RELATED LINKS: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:18 AM
     Best Warzone 2 556 Icarus loadout

If you want a great LMG then our best Warzone 2 556 Icarus loadout is great for the longer ranges of Al Mazrah. In its base form, the 556 Icarus boasts relatively stable recoil, a very fast rate of fire and a decent ammo count, but it can struggle as soon as you start taking on long-range fights.

Our Warzone 2 556 Icarus build extends the effective damage range to make this the best Warzone 2 LMG it can be, while also working to improve the recoil control and stabilisation as much as possible. The result is a gun that can hose enemies all the way up to sniper distances on the Warzone 2 map. Even if you can't secure the kill at that range, the cumulative chip damage means they'll be low on armour plates by the time you make it over to them.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:14 AM
     LG OLED gaming monitor teased, features 240Hz refresh rate

Cries for an LG OLED gaming monitor to hit the market continue to echo across the PC space, with current IPS and VA offerings simply failing to match up to the self-emissive tech. Thankfully, following the surprise and strangely unceremonious reveal of the 27GR95QE-B, the launch of what could be many peoples' dream display could be just around the corner.

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

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:14 AM
     Best Warzone 2 RAAL MG loadout

The best Warzone 2 RAAL MG loadout gives you immense damage over range and is easily one of the best guns in the battle royale game right now. The RAAL MG has a two shot kill potential at any distance, and zero recoil after the first five shots fired. It is, however, very heavy, with a slow ADS speed.

Here's how to negate those negatives to make the RAAL MG the best Warzone 2 LMG it can be. High damage and good control over extreme distances are very rare qualities in this battle royale game sequel, so this really can be one of the best Warzone 2 guns with the right setup.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:07 AM
     Best Warzone 2 M4 loadout

The best Warzone 2 M4 loadout is a must-have for anyone who's partial to the quick-fire handling of an AR. We've paid special attention to reigning in the M4's recoil and extending its range even further.

If you're looking to dive into the new battle royale game with arguably the best Warzone 2 AR, not to mention one of the most iconic assault rifles from the series, our best Warzone 2 M4 loadout is the one for you, making it one of the best Warzone 2 guns overall.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 4:58 PM
    

Project Winter is one of the best social deduction games you can play on your PC. You could uncharitably call it the grumpy rules lawer uncle of Among Us, smothering the raw thrill of lies and accusation beneath a blanket of systems and complexities. I had an absolute blast with it a few years ago, though, and for my money the highs absolutely make that blanket worth snuggling under.

I get to tell you about it again because the Power Balance: Vol 2 Update came out last week, adding a couple more roles and new systems that give traitors more strategies to turn to.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 2:55 PM
    

If Twitter does die, I will miss it. Amidst the wailing lie certain gems, like this thread of developers sharing confessions and cheeky tricks from across their careers. We're talking cobbling rat-tunnel ducts together to form a makeshift flare launcher in Dishonored, or using the bottom of a bleach bottle as a stand-in for a light fixture. I've picked out some of my favourites - come and revel in them with me.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 1:29 PM
    

Obligatory ahoy, pirates. Season 8 of Sea Of Thieves goes live tomorrow, bringing on-demand ship combat and a faction system that pits goodly ghost-pirates against evil skeleton-pirates. It's all woven into the existing open world, with your ship plunging beneath the waves when you tell it you want to go a-hunting.

If you want more info, you can watch the devs launch into an appropriately deep dive in their latest update video.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 12:13 PM
    

We're seeing big discounts on AMD's recently released Ryzen 7000 processors for Black Friday, with extremely heavy reductions on the Ryzen 9 7950X flagship and more modest price cuts on the 7900X, 7700X and 7600X. All four are now significantly cheaper than they were on launch, and with similar discounts to DDR5 RAM and AM5 motherboards, it's a great time to build a new Ryzen 7000 PC.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 12:08 PM
    

It turns out there's only one way to improve Bennet Foddy's Getting Over It, and that's to exchange cauldron and mallet for motors and asphalt. A 15-person mapping team has channelled all the grief and rage from Foddy's hit fall 'em up into a 15-story tower that genuinely hurts my eyes to look at.

There's a $500+ prize pool to be shared between the first three people who can complete the damn thing. The map came out five days ago, and as yet nobody has.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 12:00 PM
    

There was a period, during the first UK lockdown in 2020, where myself and a few friends – even some that don't normally indulge in games – played little else besides Golf With Your Friends. It's a 12-player crazy golf game that dials up the crazy, and as we soon found back in those pre-vaccine days, one that reaches a whole other level of club-and-ball chaos with a single settings tweak.

See, with ball collision switched off, Golf With Your Friends is pretty fun. The courses are oversized and fantastical, and because everyone's balls are in play at the same time, you get all the light-hearted competition of a real putting contest without waiting for the person in front to take their turn. All fine and dandy. Turn ball collision on, however, and it becomes outright pandemonium.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:40 AM
    

Microsoft's Xbox Series era Wireless Controller is one of the best options for PC gaming, and now it's down to £29.99 at Currys when you use the code FNDDGAMING and choose to collect. These controllers normally retail £54.99, making this a solid £25 discount!

This is one of the best early Black Friday PC deals we've spotted so far, and well worth picking up for games that benefit from controller input, like those in the racing, platformer, action and fighting genres. Of course, it's also an essential pickup if you like playing around with emulators, and of course works on two generations of Xbox consoles as well.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:10 AM
    

Battle royales can be very confusing, what with all the running and gunning. What if you could just lie there and let the weapons deal with all that shooting hassle by themselves? One Warzone 2 player happened across exactly that scenario, but it didn't do them much good. Appearances can be deceiving though, so it's not entirely clear how a gun can start shooting itself. That sure does seem buggy.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:10 AM
    

Until November 30th, we're shaving 25% off the price of our yearly Premium and Standard supporter subscriptions. Why, I hear you ask? It's Black Friday week, of course! And what would a good Black Friday be without us getting in on the deals action, too? All you need to do is head over to our sign up page, and pick the subscription that suits you best.

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Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 5:35 PM
     Lunala, Solgaleo, and an Ultra Beast event are coming to Pokemon GO.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 4:56 PM
     Several relevant add-ons for MSFS have been announced today.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 4:27 PM
     The son of Ky Kiske raised by Sol Badguy will be playable in Guilty Gear -Strive-.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 4:24 PM
     Catch up on the recap of Yellowstone Season 5, episode 3, and discover key plot points and predictions you don't want to miss.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 4:20 PM
     See all the tracks racing to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in December.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 4:14 PM
     World of Warcraft: Dragonflight will probably make you never want to walk anywhere ever again.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 2:53 PM
     Here's what the English voice actors for Makima and Power from the Chainsaw Man anime had to say about working on the dubbing project.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 2:41 PM
     Here's some great Demon Slayer Demon Slayer Tattoo ideas.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 2:39 PM
     Getting nautical with the new season.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 2:00 PM
     Alternate history makes for a bloody good time.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 1:53 PM
     A new video shows speed races and side bets in Need for Speed Unbound.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 1:06 PM
     Sony and Polyphony Digital are in full teasing mode about upcoming updates for Gran Turismo 7.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 12:37 PM
     The Battlefield 2042 Season 3: Escalation battle pass has some awesome weaponry to unlock.

Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 3:00 PM
    

Review: A Little to the Left Can Be an Obtuse Puzzle Game

It's great when puzzle games do something like Unpacking and bring daily life into solving problems, and A Little to the Left is the latest to adopt that atmosphere. The goal in each of its over 75 stages is to tidy up. Put things that belong together in the same box. Organize items by size. Get settled. It's calming… that is, until it throws a series of tedious or frustrating stages at you.

The premise in A Little to the Left is that it feels like, at least initially, you're cleaning up around the house. Stages tend to involve household or recognizable items that are askew. It's up to you to look at what is in front of you, then determine the way they should be arranged.

a little to the left puzzle game

Generally, it's a fairly clear process. When a stage begins, you'll see objects ahead of you. They all follow some sort of theme. Your goal is to see what connects them and allows you to put them together in an orderly fashion. Maybe that means following patterns. It could involve checking statuses and sizes. Clearing things away can come into play. There is a place for everything, and A Little to the Left is about finding that. You need to go through them in order, as picking a specific level doesn't let you skip ahead to later chapters. But once you do unlock one, you can return to play it again or perhaps try to find an occasional extra solution. There are also some daily puzzles to challenge. If someone has an issue, you can ask for a hint for help. There's also no penalty to "let it be" and skip that stage. No scores, timers, or penalties are looming over you.

However, there is a cat. An often unseen feline stalks you in A Little to the Left, watching (and maybe judging) your progress through the puzzle game. It won't make its presence known in every level, but it can pop up. When it does, it will sweep away items, ruining your work. Though sometimes, the cat isn't even a villain. It's an anti-hero scattering items so you could see, "Hey! There's another stamp under that stack!" It's a novel mechanic that sets the game apart, adding to the ambiance.

a little to the left puzzle game

As part of its aesthetic, A Little to the Left doesn't involve any text. Unless you go into the menu to ask for a hint or "leave it be" to advance to the next puzzle, everything will be wordless. It's great for accessibility, but also sometimes hurts it. Many puzzles are obvious. If you get items of certain sizes or colors, you know they'd need to be put in order or grouped together. Objectives aren't always that clear, though! Even the hints involve wordless pictures, which can occasionally obscure solutions. For example, nothing tells you that accents like pencil shavings are movable and considered "clutter." Which means "removing" them by dragging them off-screen is necessary. Except you might not realize that for minutes. It feels like a forced obtuseness. It's generally a lot of fun and soothing, but that makes the times when it gets a little too rudimentary or out there stand out.

For example, I found the reliance on faint tones or precise positioning to both be a little frustrating. It's another quirk that keeps A Little to the Left from being a truly accessible puzzle game. When an item gets into a possibly correct place or position, there will be a slight chime. If the volume isn't turned up high enough — or someone has hearing problems — you can miss it. Given there are puzzles in which getting the position exact matters, it can be an issue! It's even worse when you get a puzzle like the one involving the cartons and containers at the end of chapter two. You can put them in the right places, but if it isn't exact, it won't register as correct.

a little to the left puzzle game

Another thing about A Little to the Left is that it ranges from no-thought-required levels to ones that might initially seem unfathomable. The first three chapters tend to be incredibly obvious, to the point at which you're just moving a few blatant pieces around. Then, once you are about to head into the fourth chapter, things pick up. That's when it gets to the point where if a puzzle is challenging, A Little to the Left can really feel like you're searching for one obscure solution. (Even a few chapter three puzzles near the end left me flummoxed.) Also, while an occasional puzzle will offer two or three options, it doesn't feel as freeform as the premise proclaimed.

A Little to the Left is a good puzzle game to play when you need to take a moment to sort things out. It lets you take a moment to calmly organize things, perhaps tidying up your thoughts. I do wish its levels felt a bit more balanced. There are absolutely tasks that feel like rote behavior, as well as a few puzzles with solutions that might not seem to make sense. At least there's always the option to "let it be" and move on.

A Little to the Left is available on the PC and Nintendo Switch.

The post Review: A Little to the Left Can Be an Obtuse Puzzle Game appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 2:30 PM
    

NetEase announced a new upcoming crossover between its asymmetrical PvP game Identity V and the classic horror game Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly. Two costumes will be available in the shop starting on November 24, 2022. Players will be able to get outfits of Sae Kurosawa and Mio Amakura.

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Geisha will get the Sae Kurosawa skin, and Perfumer will have the Mio Amakura skin. This is likely due to lore reasons, as Geisha is the spirit of a deceased Japanese female, similar to the ghosts you encounter in Fatal Frame. Twins are a key part of the story in Fatal Frame 2, and Perfumer's backstory deals with her complex surrounding her twin sister.

You can watch the trailers for the Identity V and Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly crossover here:

https://twitter.com/GameIdentityV/status/1593786137465815041

https://twitter.com/GameIdentityV/status/1594148524534505472

https://twitter.com/GameIdentityV/status/1594510915138789376

When wearing the Mio Amakura outfit, Perfumer's Euphoria effect will change to resemble camera lens. This is a reference to the Camera Obscura, which is your only weapon in the Fatal Frame series. As for Geisha, a red butterfly appears on her face when she is in her Prajna form.

Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly is a survival horror game that originally came out for the PS2 in 2003. The story follows twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura. After Mayu follows a crimson butterfly into an abandoned village that is full of spirits, Mio must try to guide them out. As they do so, they uncover the village's bloody past.

Identity V is readily available on Windows PC and mobile devices. The Bungou Stray Dogs event is currently underway. Players can get a free Ranpo Edogawa skin for Painter, as well as purchase the Atsushi skin for Mercenary and Dazai skin for "Prisoner."

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 2:00 PM
    

Cipher Academy Manga Shonen Jump Manga Begins also in English

Shonen Jump is adding four new manga series to its roster in Japan, and Cipher Academy is the latest one. The first chapter in NISIOISIN and Yuji Iwasaki's series debuted over the weekend. It also is available in English via Manga Plus and Viz Media.

The Cipher Academy manga features the titular school. It's a place in Japan designed to help students learn how to crack codes ahead of possible wars. In addition to ordinary classes, each student will need to learn how to decipher all sorts of codes. Iroha Irohazaka is one of the few boys at the school. After meeting Kogoe Horagatoge, Kogue gives him a pair of glasses after he helps her elude some other students chasing her. However, these are special glasses, and wearing them gives him an edge when looking at puzzles and codes. After a challenge comes up involving Kyora Toshusai and her henchwomen Yukako Omomuro and Tayu Yugata, Iroha learns more about the glasses and the young woman who gave them to him.

This is the second of the four new manga series joining Shonen Jump. The first one to appear was The Ichinose Family's Deadly Sins. That series follows an entire family after they end up with amnesia. However, each member seems to have their own secrets they've forgotten. The third one will show up on November 28, 2022. That will be called Ichigoki! Sojuchu. (Its English name isn't available yet.)

Cipher Academy's next chapter will appear on November 26, 2022. Next week, the next new

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 1:30 PM
    

My Time at Sandrock Hey Old Pals November Update Dated

Another My Time at Sandrock update will arrive on November 24, 2022, and it seems to bring with it more characters' stories. For example, there seems to be hints at storylines involving Fang, as well as Rocky and his family. A new trailer also teases some of the new locations, boss fights, and other additions. Some past characters will show up as well, as it is called Hey Old Pals.

Things begin with a peek at a broken bridge. From there, we see a number of the villagers meeting to presumably go over things happening as of late. The player joins the meeting, which already involves Dan-bi, Fang, Krystal, Pebbles, Rian, Rocky, and Trudy. (There's no text in the trailer mentioning what they may be discussing.) Another group heads to a wall, which started caving in. After that, a canyon is shown and seems to be polluted. There's a green haze over everything. Some mouse-like characters seem to be scrounging for scraps. It's followed by some scenes involving Rocky and his family, with Krystal being confronted by some unseen individual. Also notable is the appearance of what looks to be a mouse queen at the 43 second mark.

There are also some moments with characters who are love interests in My Time at Sandrock. We see one scene with the player interacting with a possibly exhausted or ill Amirah. Arvio seems to be upset in another. Qi is disheveled (and green) in another scene. Also, things close out with the player character hugging Fang.

Here's the full trailer for the My Time at Sandrock Hey Old Pals November Update.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIDkYjNYnSY&ab_channel=MyTimeatSandrock

My Time at Sandrock is available via early access for PCs, and its Hey Old Pals update will arrive November 24, 2022. People can find it on Epic Games Store and Steam.

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 11:30 AM
    

There is no doubt at all that Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (PSV) has been released in a poor state. Riddled with bugs right from the opening scenes, many game-breaking, it's impossible to ignore. With no guarantee of sustaining progress, it has been released in an unacceptable condition. Right, that's all said, so I can…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 10:40 AM
    

Last year, Hasan "Hasanabi" Piker was temporarily banned from the Amazon-owned streaming platform, Twitch, for having the audacity to say "cracker" full-throated while broadcasting to an audience of 2.3 million followers. Last week, everyone's favorite tiny-headed socialist streamer finally received a pass to say the…

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Kotaku Monday, November 21, 2022 10:22 AM
    

Just in time for the holidays, perennial best-seller Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is getting upgraded again with its latest batch of DLC tracks. Booster Course Pass Wave 3 goes live on December 7, and will add the golden autumn Maple Treeway track from Mario Kart Wii in addition to original tracks from the mobile spin-off

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PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:56 AM
     Is there Warzone 2 crossplay?

Wondering if there is Warzone 2 crossplay? Chances are that, if you've played a few rounds of Modern Warfare 2 with others who are using PlayStation or Xbox consoles, you'll also want to know if your buddies can join you for a few rounds.

And if there does happen to be Warzone 2 crossplay, what about cross-platform progression? Will you be able to keep all of the gear they've unlocked in the battle royale game when moving from console to PC, or do you need to grind all over again just to get all of the best Warzone 2 loadouts and their attachments?

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:59 AM
     Genshin Impact Yae and Childe banner sales helped by Primo giveaway

Genshin Impact's current Yae Miko and Childe character banners aren't doing nearly as well as the ones in the first half of the anime game's version 3.2 update. The decrease in sales isn't wholly unexpected, as this pair is coming right after the most popular banners in the RPG's history. Even the new Genshin Impact event with Primogem giveaways isn't doing much to help the numbers.

RELATED LINKS: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:18 AM
     Best Warzone 2 556 Icarus loadout

If you want a great LMG then our best Warzone 2 556 Icarus loadout is great for the longer ranges of Al Mazrah. In its base form, the 556 Icarus boasts relatively stable recoil, a very fast rate of fire and a decent ammo count, but it can struggle as soon as you start taking on long-range fights.

Our Warzone 2 556 Icarus build extends the effective damage range to make this the best Warzone 2 LMG it can be, while also working to improve the recoil control and stabilisation as much as possible. The result is a gun that can hose enemies all the way up to sniper distances on the Warzone 2 map. Even if you can't secure the kill at that range, the cumulative chip damage means they'll be low on armour plates by the time you make it over to them.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:14 AM
     LG OLED gaming monitor teased, features 240Hz refresh rate

Cries for an LG OLED gaming monitor to hit the market continue to echo across the PC space, with current IPS and VA offerings simply failing to match up to the self-emissive tech. Thankfully, following the surprise and strangely unceremonious reveal of the 27GR95QE-B, the launch of what could be many peoples' dream display could be just around the corner.

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

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:14 AM
     Best Warzone 2 RAAL MG loadout

The best Warzone 2 RAAL MG loadout gives you immense damage over range and is easily one of the best guns in the battle royale game right now. The RAAL MG has a two shot kill potential at any distance, and zero recoil after the first five shots fired. It is, however, very heavy, with a slow ADS speed.

Here's how to negate those negatives to make the RAAL MG the best Warzone 2 LMG it can be. High damage and good control over extreme distances are very rare qualities in this battle royale game sequel, so this really can be one of the best Warzone 2 guns with the right setup.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:07 AM
     Best Warzone 2 M4 loadout

The best Warzone 2 M4 loadout is a must-have for anyone who's partial to the quick-fire handling of an AR. We've paid special attention to reigning in the M4's recoil and extending its range even further.

If you're looking to dive into the new battle royale game with arguably the best Warzone 2 AR, not to mention one of the most iconic assault rifles from the series, our best Warzone 2 M4 loadout is the one for you, making it one of the best Warzone 2 guns overall.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:49 AM
     Skyrim mod adds Starfield story and gadgets to Bethesda RPG

A new Skyrim mod injects a short Starfield story and some sci-fi gadgets into the Elder Scrolls, Bethesda RPG game, offering a little fan-made crossover and a neat remedy for those of us still mourning the passing of the original Starfield release date.

RELATED LINKS: Skyrim mods, Play Skyrim, Games like Skyrim

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:55 AM
     Best Warzone 2 MP5 Lachmann Sub loadout

The best Warzone 2 MP5 Lachmann Sub loadout fulfils a very specific role in the battle royale. It's an excellent all-round weapon that perfectly compliments a long-range primary weapon, so you've got every possible situation covered. The attachments used for this loadout look to extend the range of the submachine gun while keeping your mobility high, so you'll be able to react if an enemy gets too close for comfort.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:45 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Kastov 545 loadout

If you're looking for the best Warzone 2 Kastov 545 loadout, then look no further. A less cumbersome version of the Kastov 762, the Kastov 545 utilises a slightly smaller calibre of bullet. While the damage per round isn't quite as high as its brethren, the faster fire rate and controllable recoil make hitting your shots and confirming those kills a lot easier.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:43 AM
     Best Warzone 2 SP-R 208 loadout

Looking for a great Warzone 2 SP-R 208 loadout? Marksman rifles are one of the strongest weapons in MW2 and they're just as powerful in Warzone 2, though you do need to use the right attachments.

The SP-R 208 is strong thanks to its lightning-fast aim-down sight speed and ability to kill enemies in the multiplayer game with a single upper body shot at close and medium range. The damage drop-off, armour, and long sightlines of Warzone 2 mean you're not going to get one-shot kills, even to the head, but as we saw with the Kar-98k in the first Warzone, that doesn't mean it's not any good. Provided your aim is sharp, this is one of the best Warzone 2 guns and possibly the best Warzone 2 marksman rifle.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:34 AM
     How Warzone 2 interrogation works

Warzone 2 interrogation is a new feature in the battle royale game which allows you to make the most of your downed opponents. Alongside third-party playlists and an all-new storm collapse, this new mechanic changes the face of the game when the Warzone 2 release date lands. Using interrogation on your opponent will reveal vital intel in both Warzone and DMZ modes, giving you a headstart on any other enemies coming your way. So just how does Warzone 2 interrogation work?

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:31 AM
     League of Legends AFK tracker

The League of Legends AFK detection system has been through many iterations in the MOBA's lengthy history, but League of Legends patch 12.22 is one of the most radical. Adding the new 'fountain check' and more opportunities to remake the game, some players have argued that the AFK timer is set a little low - Riot, however, largely disagrees.

RELATED LINKS: Best LoL Champions , League of Legends preseason 23, LoL tier list

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 11:02 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Basilisk loadout

If you're looking for the best Warzone 2 Basilisk loadout, we've got your back. While it's not a weapon that you'd usually associate with the firefights on Al Mazrah, the Basilisk is a revolver that packs a serious punch if you can get your shots on target. With this loadout, you'll have double the weapons and therefore double the chance of filling your opponents with lead.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:07 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Signal 50 loadout

Our best Warzone 2 Signal 50 loadout is all about damage range and bullet velocity. The new COD battle royale is much tougher on full-auto weapons beyond medium range, so sniper rifles are your best bet for taking down very distant targets.

One-shot kills are very difficult to secure when there are armour plates at play, so if you want to quickly put an enemy squad on notice you'll want a sniper that can down - or at least severely hurt - an enemy with a single well-placed shot.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:49 AM
     The best WoW addons in 2022

The best WoW addons can make everyday activities like questing and trading much easier. World of Warcraft, Blizzard's critically acclaimed MMORPG, has a habit of hiding a lot of useful data it collects, and picking up a mod that offers a peek behind the curtain can be a literal gamechanger when going up against deadly bosses. Of course, the best WoW addons aren't just aimed at avid raiders. Some are more focused on utility, freshening up the multiplayer game's geriatric UI, while others help track material nodes for those all-important professions.

With so many options, it's tough to know which WoW addons are worth your time. We've dug deep and tracked down the best of the bunch for general, all-purpose use. Each addon will make your World of Warcraft experience far more pleasant, whether you're a raider, tradesman, or simply keen to level up fast.  For installing and tracking these addons, we recommend the CurseForge app for PC or MacOS. This handy app helps you manage all your WoW add-ons and tracks whether updates to them are available.

RELATED LINKS: Best MMORPGs on PC, The best WoW addons, WoW Dragonflight talents system explained

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 9:59 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Lachmann-762 loadout

Want the very best Warzone 2 Lachmann-762 loadout? With the option to switch between semi-automatic and fully automatic firing modes, this versatile gun is a fantastic battle rifle. It can make enemy heads burst instantly, and while there are some recoil control issues to contend with, you can easily fix them by optimising its performance with the help of attachments.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 9:59 AM
     Grab eleven Humble Bundle VR games in early Black Friday deal

Searching for cheap Humble Bundle PC VR headset games? You'll want to check out the Black Friday VR Voyagers Pack. Containing everything from puzzle games to roguelikes, Humble's latest offer is raising money for an accessibility charity, SpecialEffect. While there are no cheaper tiers like we've often seen, the deal features nearly a dozen VR games for $12 USD / £10.52 GBP.

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

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:00 AM
     Warzone 2 battle pass AO, sectors, tiers, and rewards explained

Curious about the new Warzone 2 battle pass system? In a change from the old linear system of Call of Duty games of the past, the battle pass in Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 allows you to choose which rewards you want to earn first its an all-new Area of Operations format.

The Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 battle pass AO appears as a large-scale map across both games, with each unlockable "sector" offering its own reward in the MW2 multiplayer game and WZ2 battle royale game, be it new operators, weapon blueprints, or CoD points. So how do you work your way around the new Warzone 2 season one battle pass, what are bonus sectors, and how much is it? Here's everything you need to know.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 9:51 AM
     Fortnite emote brings Numa Numa to battle royale game

The latest Fortnite emote injects some classic internet memery into Epic's battle royale game, in homage to the legendary Numa Numa dance of 2006, as chapter 3 season 4 of the shooter rolls to a close, and we await the Fortnite chapter 4 season 1 release date.

RELATED LINKS: Fortnite Refer a Friend, Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4 speculation, Fortnite Dragon Ball event details

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 9:50 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Lachmann 556 loadout

With the best Warzone 2 Lachmann 556 loadout equipped as you drop into Al Mazrah, this weapon can score plenty of kills if you use the right attachments. Our loadout focuses on improving its range, recoil control, and mobility to get ahead of the competition. The Lachmann 556 boasts excellent damage range and fire rate, so improving other key areas will take you far when trying to survive in the bigger than ever map.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:09 AM
     Best Warzone 2 LMG for Season 1

The best Warzone 2 LMG might be a bit more unwieldy than most weapons, but they make up for that in both their damage output and fire rate. While they don't have the high specialisation of other weapons, such as snipers, LMGs are highly adaptable for a wide variety of combat situations.

With the right attachments, LMGs are even capable of outpacing the best Warzone 2 AR as they carry their power out to greater distances and have large magazines by default.

At the moment, the best Warzone 2 LMG is the RAAL-MG. Its impressive damage output can eliminate squishier enemies at any range and it has the fire rate necessary for a follow-up that can cut through additional armour plating. If you're looking to jump into Season 1 of the FPS game with a powerful, fast-paced primary weapon, this is the LMG for you.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:15 AM
     Best Warzone 2 Minibak loadout

Looking for the best Warzone 2 Minibak loadout? The past few CODs have all had some version of the Bizon, whether it's been called that or Bullfrog or the PP-19. It's an SMG that comes with a huge benefit baked right into the base model: it's got a huge underbarrel drum magazine that holds 64 rounds.

Not having to take a big hit to mobility in order to carry a larger magazine is a huge benefit, so the main focus of our Warzone 2 Minibak loadout is to improve the aim-down sight speed and recoil control. The best Warzone 2 SMG setups are all about close-range damage and handling because the damage dropoff and effective range of full-auto weapons in Warzone 2 is a lot less forgiving, so we've tailored this build to run 'n' gun enthusiasts in the FPS game.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:46 AM
     Best Warzone 2 guns – the top weapons for Season 1

Want to get your hands on the best Warzone 2 guns? If you're trying to increase your odds of winning the game, the easiest thing to do is to take a look at our guns list and add some of these weapons to your loadouts. While you could rely entirely on floor loot and drops from enemies, you will have an easier time taking down rival players using weapons you've had the chance to practice with.

The best gun in Warzone 2 is the M4. This assault rifle is the perfect all-rounder weapon and can easily be customised to suit any range you desire. What makes this gun so special is that it's the first weapon players unlock, so there's no excuse not to give it a try in your best Warzone 2 loadout as you definitely have it in your arsenal. With over 50 different weapons to pick from at launch, we're going to highlight what makes the best guns in Warzone 2 stand out from the rest of the competition. Don't forget to check out the bottom of our guide to find a full list of all the guns in Warzone 2. Here are the best Warzone 2 guns, including an optimised loadout for most weapons and some analysis on how to use them on the battlefield in the multiplayer game.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 10:05 AM
     Best Warzone 2 battle rifle for Season 1

Want to know what the best Warzone 2 battle rifle is? Assault rifles are the most popular weapons in Call of Duty games, and Warzone 2 is no different. Battle rifles offer an alternative option that sacrifices fire rate and mobility for firepower and bullet velocity.

Picking the best Warzone 2 battle rifle out of the four is no mean feat. The most competitively viable weapons in the multiplayer game tend to be very easy to run and gun with, and battle rifles really force you to take a more passive approach, but if you can do that then they can be surprisingly effective. If you're looking for a gun that mixes the damage potential of the best Warzone 2 AR with the stability of a great Warzone 2 marksman rifle, then this may be the gun type for you.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

PCGamesN Monday, November 21, 2022 9:41 AM
     How to kill The Chemist in Warzone 2 DMZ

Knowing how to kill the Chemist in Warzone 2 DMZ not only nets you valuable loot but is also the only way to unlock an exclusive AR. The AI enemy is hidden away in a radiation zone on the Warzone 2 map, so you'll need to prep before heading into the dangerous area or it won't be the opposition that kills you, it'll be the surroundings themselves.

There are a few different ways you can kill The Chemist in the free PC game, some are easier than others, and not only do you need to be aware of your surroundings, you need to be aware of the swarms of armed combatants protecting the DMZ boss. Getting through it all successfully, though, could net you the M13B assault rifle - for use in the battle royale game and in Modern Warfare 2.

RELATED LINKS: Warzone 2 map, Warzone 2 battle pass, Warzone 2 season 1

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 12:00 PM
    

There was a period, during the first UK lockdown in 2020, where myself and a few friends – even some that don't normally indulge in games – played little else besides Golf With Your Friends. It's a 12-player crazy golf game that dials up the crazy, and as we soon found back in those pre-vaccine days, one that reaches a whole other level of club-and-ball chaos with a single settings tweak.

See, with ball collision switched off, Golf With Your Friends is pretty fun. The courses are oversized and fantastical, and because everyone's balls are in play at the same time, you get all the light-hearted competition of a real putting contest without waiting for the person in front to take their turn. All fine and dandy. Turn ball collision on, however, and it becomes outright pandemonium.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:40 AM
    

Microsoft's Xbox Series era Wireless Controller is one of the best options for PC gaming, and now it's down to £29.99 at Currys when you use the code FNDDGAMING and choose to collect. These controllers normally retail £54.99, making this a solid £25 discount!

This is one of the best early Black Friday PC deals we've spotted so far, and well worth picking up for games that benefit from controller input, like those in the racing, platformer, action and fighting genres. Of course, it's also an essential pickup if you like playing around with emulators, and of course works on two generations of Xbox consoles as well.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:10 AM
    

Battle royales can be very confusing, what with all the running and gunning. What if you could just lie there and let the weapons deal with all that shooting hassle by themselves? One Warzone 2 player happened across exactly that scenario, but it didn't do them much good. Appearances can be deceiving though, so it's not entirely clear how a gun can start shooting itself. That sure does seem buggy.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 11:10 AM
    

Until November 30th, we're shaving 25% off the price of our yearly Premium and Standard supporter subscriptions. Why, I hear you ask? It's Black Friday week, of course! And what would a good Black Friday be without us getting in on the deals action, too? All you need to do is head over to our sign up page, and pick the subscription that suits you best.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 10:48 AM
    

Cute and compelling life simulator My Time At Sandrock is bringing back characters from My Time At Portia, along with new areas to explore and quests to give their lives purpose. If you played Portia and bid sad goodbyes to Albert, Mint and Musa, you can look forward to being reunited over an extra 5-10 hours of dungeons, romance and whatnot when the Old Pals update lands on November 24th.

I haven't played either game, but Steve Hogarty described Sandrock as "Stardew Valley with a gun", so I probably should.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 10:04 AM
    

Every weekend, indie devs show off current work on Twitter's #screenshotsaturday tag. And every Monday, I bring you a selection of these snaps and clips. This week, we've another big one, as my eye has been caught by a groovy wizard, superfast movement, and some very striking colour pencils. Come see!

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 9:24 AM
    

It's been two years this month since Viking parkour pioneer Eivor sailed their longship into the convoluted waters of Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed series. Assassin's Creed Valhalla's journey comes to an end on December 6th with the arrival of title update 1.6.2 for the historical action RPG, along with the free The Last Chapter DLC. That concludes Eivor's story, but unfortunately you won't be able to continue your medieval adventures in New Game Plus. Ubisoft have confirmed that there won't be any such mode coming to the game.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 7:26 AM
    

Season 2 of Warner Bros. licensed brawler MultiVersus began last week, bringing with it a fresh battle pass for players to dig into. They'll definitely be digging for a while too, because this season the amount of XP needed to complete the battle pass has nearly doubled. As MultiVersus tweeter and data miner LaisulMV noted, to complete the original Season 1 battle pass you'd need to accrue 47,650 XP to make it from Level 1 to Level 50. Season 2's battle pass, on the other hand, requires a total of 87,450 XP. Levels 41-50 alone take almost as much effort as the first season's entire battle pass, weighing in at 46,200 XP.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 7:02 AM
    

Morning everyone. Black Friday 2022 is upon us and we'll be covering it a bit differently to previous years – better, hopefully, albeit still in a way where an explanation might help. Basically, we'll still be highlighting good hardware deals through our Black Friday hubs and the occasional standalone post, but this time we're teaming up with our Gamer Network friends/colleagues/corporate co-underlings at Eurogamer and Digital Foundry to share the load.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, November 21, 2022 6:46 AM
    

Warzone 2 deployed less than a week ago, and players are already experiencing déjà vu because of an outbreak of invisible players. This isn't the first time the Warzone series has been affected by glitchy, unseen combatants, but we don't have any answers yet for why it's happening again. The invisibility glitch had attention drawn to it over the weekend, when streamer SuperEv shared a video of being taken out by another player who didn't seem to be there. The Warzone 2.0 Trello board listing known issues with the game doesn't show any mention of known invisibility bugs yet, so stay frosty.

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Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 10:52 AM
     Project Overkill looks even crazier than the original Dungeon & Fighter Online.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 10:08 AM
     One Piece Odyssey will bring Water 7 back, folloded by the Enies Lobby arc.

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 9:30 AM
     Show us, don't tell us!

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 9:07 AM
     Bring your own sickbag!

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 9:00 AM
     Soulstone Survivors is the latest in a series of games similar to Vampire Survivors. What new things does it bring to the table?

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 9:00 AM
     Luthen in Andor displays some unique traits and knowledge which prompts the question, is Luthen a former Jedi

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 8:34 AM
     The Valorant Game Changers scene is popping!

Twinfinite Monday, November 21, 2022 5:55 AM
     Laplace makes her way to Nikke this week.

Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 11:30 AM
    

Chill Season 2022 Splatoon 3 Catalog Rewards Teased

On November 30, 2022, the Drizzle Season will come to an end. However, that doesn't mean the end of milestone bonuses. On December 1, 2022, Chill Season catalog rewards will begin being doled out in Splatoon 3. To help get an idea of what folks will get, the Japanese Twitter account offered a sneak peek at the next catalog. The Aerospray MG and Slosher Deco will also be showing up soon, and videos peeking at both appeared as well.

First, here's the Japanese Chill Season 2022 Splatoon 3 Catalog looking at rewards from level 1-100. While the North American account also teased it, there's no English language video yet. Also, while the English account said you could see it in-game, at the moment the Nintendo Switch Online app and Splatoon 3 haven't been updated yet with an option to see the Chill Season items. It confirms Tableturf Battle card packs, emotes, title parts, weapons, locker decorations, and clothing will all appear. Many of the items have winter themes, like coats.

Next, here are some of the weapons on the way. The Aerospray MG features a Sprinkler Sub Weapon and Booyah Bomb Special.

The Slosher Deco features the Angle Shooter Sub Weapon and Zipcaster Special.

Splatoon 3 is available for the Nintendo Switch, and people can start earning Chill Season catalog rewards on December 1, 2022.

The post Chill Season 2022 Splatoon 3 Catalog Rewards Teased appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 11:00 AM
    

Dragon Ball Super Manga Will Return with a Goten and Trunks Arc

The Dragon Ball Super manga is about to return with a new arc following its hiatus. The official site for the series confirmed it will return in December 2022. Chapter 88 will debut on December 21, 2022. People in Japan can read it in V Jump. In English, people will be able to turn to Viz Media for the new chapter.

The announcement also included a teaser for what the new Dragon Ball Super manga arc might entail upon its return. The official site showed art of Goten, Goku and Chi-Chi's second son, and Trunks, Vegeta and Bulma's son. Both are wearing super hero outfits, which is fitting as this will be the Super Hero arc.

Here's a picture of Goten and Trunks in their outfits.
Dragon Ball Super Manga Will Return with a Goten and Trunks Arc

As a reminder, the Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie just appeared in English theaters in August 2022. That installment starred characters like Picolo and Gohan. Characters from it ended up heading to Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 in November 2022.

The last Dragon Ball Super manga arc was the Granolah Saga. The 20-chapter story kicked off in chapter 67. It featured the Cerealian Granolah, seeking revenge after Frieza and the Saiyans attacked his home.

The Dragon Ball Super manga will return with chapter 88 on December 21, 2022.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 10:30 AM
    

Genshin Impact Hypostatic Symphony: Dissonant Verse Event Returns

The Genshin Impact Hypostatic Symphony event is about to return. On November 24, 2022, people can take part in Hypostatic Symphony: Dissonant Verse. This event involves fighting the Hypostases cubes you'd normally see as Normal Boss encounters around the world.

HoYoVerse brought up requirements and rewards that come from taking part in Hypostatic Symphony: Dissonant Verse. Someone needs to be at Adventure Rank 20 to take part. If they are, then they can go through stages that feature a Hypostasis. Stages will have Standard and Intense Scoring options. There will be multiple difficulty levels, which will affect the level of the opponent and how many points you can earn. Four stages will be available, and the teaser art shows the Cryo, Dendro, Hydro, and Pyro Hypostases.

As for the rewards, the image teased seven that will show up. As usual, Primogems and Mora will be doled out for certain score levels. The icons for Hero's Wit character experience books and Mystic Enhancement Ore weapon experience items show up too. The page also shows the Boreal Wolf's Cracked Tooth, Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator, and Debris of Decarabian's City Ascension materials.

This is the second time the Hypostatic Symphony event appeared in Genshin Impact. It first showed up in January 2021. That one involved Anemo, Electro, and Geo Hypostases.

Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and the Hypostatic Symphony: Dissonant Verse event will run November 24, 2022 through December 5, 2022.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 10:00 AM
    

Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Naruto Uzumaki (Baryon Mode) DLC Teased

Bandai Namco teased the Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Naruto Uzumaki (Baryon Mode) DLC for a while now. However, it seems the release date could be drawing nearer. That's because now that company shared a number of screenshots showing the new version of Naruto in-game.

Here's a gallery looking at the four screenshots Bandai Namco shared. It also confirmed this version of Naruto can use Baryon Bullet Barrage and Baryon Tail Breaker Ninjutsu.
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As a reminder, this Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Naruto (Baryon Mode) DLC isn't the only add-on we know is on the way. The company also teased Isshiki Otsutsuki. That came up during a news story on Xbox celebrating the series' 20th anniversary.

They are the last two characters in Season Pass 5. That five character pass also added Madara Uchiha (Six Paths), Temari, and Konohamaru Sarutobi (Boruto) so far.

Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker first launched back in 2018. Bandai Namco continued supporting it in the years since. In addition to DLC, a number of other updates appeared for it.

Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker is available for the PS4, Xbox One, and PC, and the Naruto (Baryon Mode) DLC is on the way. Until November 22, 2022, the PC version is temporarily 90% off.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 9:20 AM
    

tracks Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pack Wave 3 DLC Release Date Set

We'll soon be halfway through the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe updates. Nintendo announced both the release date and courses that will show up in the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pack Wave 3 DLC. It will debut on December 7, 2022. Eight courses will appear in the new Rock Cup and Moon Cup.

As for the new Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pack Wave 3 DLC tracks, here's what people will see in each up. Of the eight courses, none are completely new. All of them are pulled from past Mario Kart games.

Rock Cup:

  • 3DS Rock Rock Mountain
  • GBA Boo Lake
  • Tour London Loop
  • Wii Maple Treeway

Moon Cup:

  • 3DS Rainbow Road
  • DS Peach Gardens
  • Tour Berlin Byways
  • Tour Merry Mountain

As a reminder, there are two ways to access these new courses. Someone can buy the Course Pass on its own for $24.99. It is also included in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. However, if you get access to it via the latter, you will lose access if you stop subscribing. Also, either the basic version of NSO or the one with Expansion Pack is required to race online.

Here's a video showing off how the new DLC tracks look in-game.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iaCRaF8ET8&ab_channel=NintendoofAmerica

This means three more waves of DLC are left. Nintendo noted at the end of the latest trailer that Waves 4-6 will appear before 2023 ends.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is available for the Nintendo Switch, and Booster Course Pack Wave 3 DLC release date is December 7, 2022.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 9:00 AM
    

FGO pity

Players of the English version of Fate/Grand Order received some good news at the game's Anime NYC Panel. According to Director Yoshiki Kanou, the FGO pity system will debut alongside the Heian-kyo story chapter (a.k.a. Lostbelt No.5.5). The chapter goes live on November 21, 2022, and the pity system will apply to its limited summon banners. The system arrives early compared to the Japanese edition of the game, which received it in January 2022.

Here's a shot of the presentation slide detailing the new FGO pity system. You can also see it in the stream archive at about the 1:30:00 mark.

Formally titled the "Guaranteed Summon" feature, the FGO pity system is similar to those implemented in other games with gacha or loot box mechanics. Also known as "safety net" systems or "bad luck protection," pity systems are a way to guarantee a desired outcome within a certain number of rolls on the gacha. Prior to this, FGO had no real safety net, meaning that a player could, in theory, spend extremely high amounts of Saint Quartz (and potentially money to buy it) and still not receive a character they were looking for.

Now, the system will guarantee a copy of the featured SSR (5-Star) character within the first 330 Summons (rolls) on a given banner. The use of Paid and Free Saint Quartz, as well as Summon Tickets, counts towards this limit. So, starting from zero, and assuming the player has no luck at all, one could receive the banner SSR character by using 900 Saint Quartz (or 30 11-roll summonings) at current rates.

The FGO pity system does have some limits, though. It only applies to the first copy of the featured character, and only on banners with an end date (so there's no pity for the permanent Story Summon banner). The "counter" for rolls also resets when the banner ends or the summon lineup changes. Thus, in the case of "daily pickup" banners where the featured Servant can change day-to-day, players will have a pretty short time to roll for a character if they're trying to take advantage of the pity threshold.

Fate/Grand Order is available on iOS and Android. The Heian-kyo story chapter and FGO pity system go live on November 21, 2022.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 8:30 AM
    

Shin Ultraman, the standalone movie "reboot" of the classic tokusatsu hero franchise, will appear in theaters in the United States. The announcement was delivered by Tsuburaya Productions at the Ultraman Connection panel at Anime NYC over the weekend. The Shin Ultraman English showings will be held by Fathom Events over two days: January 11-12, 2023. Fathom has not yet announced planned locations for the showings.

Tsuburaya also revealed the official Shin Ultraman English logo in a Tweet.

Shin ultraman English

The logo replicates the simplistic brush-stroke lettering used in other "reboot" films influenced by Neon Genesis Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno. The styling was also seen in Shin Godzilla, which was co-directed by both Anno and Shin Ultraman Director Shinji Higuchi. A similar style is also used for the Shin Kamen Rider film, though it does not have an official English logo.

Shin Ultraman debuted in Japan in May 2022. It tells a new story closely influenced by the original Ultraman series and its immediate predecessor, the 1960s Kaiju series Ultra Q. It follows the activities of the S-Class Species Suppression Protocol Enforcement Unit (SSSP), a team of government agents tasked with finding ways to defeat the many Kaiju that menace Japan. During one attack by the Kaiju Neronga, a new humanoid being appears, destroying Neronga with a powerful beam. The SSSP must then find out more about the new being, codenamed "Ultraman", with their efforts complicated by geopolitics and the influence of powerful alien lifeforms with designs on Earth and its people.

Shin Ultraman will debut in the United States on January 11-12, 2023. Tsuburaya, Toei, Toho, and Studio Khara have plans to bring the Shin reboots together in some way, but haven't announced details yet.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 8:00 AM
    

SAO Progressive Movie 2

Sword Art Online -Progressive- Scherzo of Deep Night (a.k.a. Scherzo of Dark Dusk) will get theatrical showings in North America. The official Sword Art Online account announced that SAO Progressive movie 2 will appear in U.S. and Canadian theaters in February of 2023. It arrived in Japanese theaters in October 2022.

The announcement also included a new trailer previewing the English dub of SAO Progressive movie 2.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZpJlQPdkcA

Scherzo of Deep Night is the second film in the Sword Art Online -Progressive- series, after Aria of a Starless Night. Like AriaScherzo takes place during the Aincrad storyline of SAO's history, when Kirito and Asuna were trapped inside the death game. Each film in the SAO Progressive movie series corresponds roughly to a volume of the original novels, which in turn covers the story of a "floor" in the Aincrad dungeon. Scherzo of Deep Night is the fourth volume of SAO Progressive, and covers the cast's adventures on the 5th floor of Aincrad. Kirito and Asuna arrive on the 5th floor two months into the death game, and struggle on the front lines of progress. Not only do they have to deal with the dangers of the 5th floor's labyrinthine layout, but also the politics of the guilds leading the raiding parties, and the emergence of PKers - Player-Killers - that don't care about the fact that if you die in SAO, you die for real.

SAO Progressive movie 2, Scherzo of Deep Night, will appear in select theaters in North America in February 2023.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 7:30 AM
    

Jason David Frank

Actor Jason David Frank, best known for his roles in the Power Rangers franchise, died. The news of his passing was announced by people close to Frank, including his personal trainer Mike Bronzoulis and his representative Justine Hunt. The cause of his death has not been officially confirmed. He was 49 years old. [Thanks, TMZ!]

Born in 1973 in Covina, California, Jason David Frank was one of the original cast of the Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers. That is the English-language adaptation of Japan's Super Sentai tokusatsu series. He played the character Tommy Oliver, the Green Ranger. Tommy was initially cast as an antagonist, an evil Ranger working for series villain Rita Repulsa. Freed from Rita's control by the Power Rangers, he joined the team, becoming the White Ranger. Frank, as Tommy, would take on other Ranger roles in follow-up series, such as Zeo Ranger V Red in 1996's Power Rangers Zeo, the Red Turbo Ranger in 1997's Power Rangers Turbo, and the Black Dino Ranger in 2004's Power Rangers Dino Thunder.

Jason David Frank also appeared in other films and TV series. At the time he was cast for Power Rangers, he also starred in the pilot episode for what would become VR Troopers, an adaptation of Japan's Metal Hero series. He played AJ in 1996's Sweet Valley High, and the One Warrior in 2011's The Dragon Warrior. According to his IMDB page, at the time of his death Frank was working on Legend of the White Dragon, a Power Rangers-inspired feature film. He also voiced Tommy Oliver as Lord Drakkon in Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid.

Power Rangers co-stars Walter Jones (Black Power Ranger in Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers) and Blake Foster (Blue Turbo Ranger in Power Rangers Turbo) also paid their respects via their Instagram pages. Jones said "My heart is sad to have lost another member of our special family." Foster said "Heartbroken yet again. Lost my hero, our leader, my friend and an icon."

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 7:00 AM
    

Fate Grand Order Heian-kyo

The English version of Fate/Grand Order will see its next major story chapter land this week. Confirmed at Lasengle's Anime NYC event for the game, the Fate/Grand Order Heian-kyo story chapter will go live on November 21, 2022. Formally titled Naraka Mandala, Heian-kyo Thunderous Flash, the chapter is numbered 5.5 in the main campaign, putting it between Lostbelt No.5 (Atlantis and Olympus) and the next Lostbelt. Lostbelt No. 6 hasn't been revealed officially for the English, though it was added to the the Japanese version in mid-2021.

Check out an animated trailer for Fate/Grand Order Heian-kyo below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJj8rt_v61Q&

Fate/Grand Order Heian-kyo returns the Masters of Chaldea to the Heian period of Japanese history to investigate an unusual Singularity. Heian-kyo is an old name for the city of Kyoto, which served as Japan's capital for almost a thousand years. The Heian period was the time of legendary figures like Minamoto no Raikou, Sakata Kintoki, and Watanabe no Tsuna. The story also serves as a follow-up of sorts to the Shimousa Pseudo-Singularity from the FGO Epic of Remnant storyline.

Players who complete the Heian-kyo Singularity will unlock a new costume for Sakata Kintoki's 5-Star Berserker form. The costume will change his appearance and voice lines.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEBOO0PCkVI&

Heian-kyo will also see Fate/Grand Order get some new Servants on its playable roster. Ashiya Douman will join the game as a 5-Star Alter Ego Servant. He was a major antagonist known as the Caster of Limbo, and opposed players through Shimousa and several Lostbelts. Alongside Sakata Kintoki, Watanabe no Tsuna was one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" under Minamoto no Raikou. He arrives on the same banner as a 4-Star Saber.

Check out Ashiya Douman's Noble Phantasm below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byJgE12dEgo

And here's Watanabe no Tsuna's Noble Phantasm.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCnf04wCCH8

Fate/Grand Order Heian-kyo goes live on November 21, 2022. The game is available on Android and iOS.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 6:00 AM
    

How to Evolve Charcadet in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

A common feature in Pokemon games is a character that requires a special item to evolve. In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, it's Charcadet that can't evolve into Armarouge or Ceruledge unless it gets some "armor." This involves a bit of item gathering, trading with an NPC in a specific city, and even trading if you want to get both evolved forms.

How to Find Charcadet in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

I've found Charcadet in two places rather early on in Pokemon Scarlet. One is just past the west side of Cortondo, where you take the bug-type gym challenge. As you head up toward West Province (Area One), it can show up as a rare spawn. I also saw them occasionally around South Province (Area Three). Again, it could be rare.

However, the most reliable source of sightings for me has been Tera Raids. If you check regularly, it can show up as a one-star or three-star raid. You might not get the Tera type you'd like, but it is a good way to catch one fast.

How to Evolve Charcadet in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

How to Evolve a Charcadet into Armarouge or Ceruledge in Pokemon Scarlet or Violet.

Here's where paths diverge depending on which game you're playing. If you have Pokemon Scarlet, you will be able to get the Auspicious Armor to evolve Charcadet into Armarouge. Pokemon Violet players can get Malicious Armor to evolve Charcadet into Ceruledge.

In both situations, you'll find a person in Zapapico asking to trade certain material drops from specific Pokemon. In Scarlet, you need 10 Bronzor Fragments. In Violet, you need Sinistea Chips. Both Bronzor and Sinistea are Pokemon that tend to appear around ruins in their respective games.

Once you make the trade, which you can do multiple times, the armor you acquired will be found in the section of your bag that features an icon that looks like a piece of candy and is labeled "Other Items." Choose to use it on your Charcadet. It will then immediately evolve, regardless of its level.

How to Evolve Charcadet in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Monday, November 21, 2022 5:00 AM
    

Don't go looking for a Daycare Center if you want to breed Pokemon to get eggs in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (but still make sure you have a Ditto handy). Now they show up during picnics. This is the new mechanic that involves going into the field, setting up a picnic by opting to do so via the main menu, and taking the time to clean Pokemon or make sandwiches. This means before you take a minute to relax, you better double check who's coming to dinner.

How to Breed Pokemon to Get Eggs in Scarlet & Violet

How to Breed Pokemon for Eggs in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

First, you want to look at who is in your party. If you really want to force eggs from specific characters, only start a picnic with those two there. Make sure they're from compatible egg groups, then set up camp. If they're not, make sure the character you want and a Ditto are both coming with you.

Once you start the picnic, it is a good time to make a Jam Sandwich. This is one of the earliest recipes you can get via visiting sandwich shops and talking to specific picnickers on the road. It only needs one jam and one strawberry. However, its notable feature is it briefly bestows level one Egg Power. This makes it more likely eggs will show up more quickly.

Finally, hang around a bit. Every few minutes, check the picnic basket lying on the ground at the foot of your table. If characters are compatible, you should start getting eggs.

How to Breed Pokemon to Get Eggs in Scarlet & Violet Ditto

Bonus: How to Catch a Ditto in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Ditto is absolutely, as always, your buddy when it comes time to breed Pokemon for eggs. It is compatible with every Pokemon capable of doing so in-game. However, doing so is difficult. That's because in the wild, I've only seen a Ditto disguised as other Pokemon. Specifically, I caught mine outside of Porto Marinada.

However, there is another much easier way to find it without randomly entering a battle and hoping the opponent turns out to be a Ditto in disguise. That's Tera Raids. If you check regularly, you'll see the familiar blob. However, I also noticed that the Tera Raid dens around the Porto Marinada region also occasionally housed three-star Ditto raids.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available for the Nintendo Switch.

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