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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:42 AM
     Best Destiny 2 Hunter builds for PvP and PvE in Arc 3.0

The best Destiny 2 Hunter builds are more potent than ever. The game's introduction of aspects and fragments means players have tons of tools in their toolkits to customise their builds to conform with their playstyles.

Our Destiny 2 Hunter build guide takes a deep look at the numerous ways players can develop their characters, culminating in the most powerful builds possible in the free PC game. These are all based on the current Arc 3.0 meta, but some players find the Arc 3.0 overhaul weaker than Bungie granted with the Solar and Void revamps from the previous seasons. So, we've developed the strongest builds based on the tools we have at our disposal this season.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:23 AM
     High on Life players offered Twitch stream shoutout by Applebee's

High on Life players have been asked to share their Twitch stream links by stalwart restaurant chain Applebee's, which makes a cameo in the Justin Roiland, Rick and Morty-esque FPS game, currently dominating Game Pass ahead of Minecraft, with Squanch Games' shooter also proving a big hit on Steam.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:20 AM
     How to unlock Disney Dreamlight Valley Scar quests

Stuck on how to unlock Disney Dreamlight Valley Scar quests? The villainous lion's friendship quests are available a little later on in the game than others - and not just because Scar resides in one of the more expensive unlockable biomes.

If you are still unable to access Scar's quests once you have gathered enough Dream Shards to unlock the Sunlit Plateau - where you'll find Scar living in the recognisable Elephant Graveyard - it's because there are still a few more tasks to complete first. Unlike some other Dreamlight Valley characters, you need to make sure the rest of the valley is thriving, so here's what you need to do to unlock Scar's quests in Dreamlight Valley.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:38 AM
     Best Destiny 2 Titan builds for PvP and PvE in Arc 3.0

The best Destiny 2 Titan builds have changed significantly since subclass overhauls let players completely customise their builds. Aspects and fragments now let players stack builds in creative ways that astronomically impact damage, health, ammo drops, orb output and more.

Our guide to the best Destiny 2 Titan builds highlights character strengths, addressing specifically what players need to succeed in PvP or PvE in the free PC game. They're based on the Arc 3.0 meta, but given that many players find the Arc 3.0 overhaul notably weaker than its Void and Solar precursors, the builds are not necessarily in the Arc elemental subclass. Here are the best Destiny 2 Titan builds for PvP and PvE in Arc 3.0.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:02 AM
     WoW Dragonflight patch adjusts raid trinkets and Mythic+ affixes

The latest WoW Dragonflight patch 10.0.2 hotfixes include some notable changes to raid trinkets as Blizzard aims to address player feedback for the first Dragonflight raid in the MMORPG. The update also includes fixes for WoW Dragonflight professions, updates to the thundering affix for Mythic+ raiding, and a handful of balance changes in dungeons and raids.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:50 AM
     How to feed and recruit Disney Dreamlight Valley animals

To surround yourself with Disney Dreamlight Valley animals, you don't have to have a singing voice like Snow White. Instead, just find out what these Dreamlight Valley critters like to eat and keep them well fed. Feed critters enough times, in fact, and you can even turn them into your companion throughout your time in the Valley.

Like pets in the best MMO games, companions are an avatar customisation option letting you can choose an adorable animal to follow you around as you explore this Disney life sim - something we can help you with in our Dreamlight Valley guide - and you can even pet them. In order to turn wild critters into companions, as well as earn daily loot and Dreamlight, you'll need to know how to approach them and what they like to eat.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:33 AM
     Best Warzone 2 marksman rifle for Season 1 Reloaded

Want to know the best Warzone 2 marksman rifle? While their usefulness in Modern Warfare 2 is somewhat limited by map size, marksman rifles are a lot more lethal in battle royale as it offers a far larger island to scope out targets from a distance.

To cut to the chase, the best Warzone 2 marksman rifle is the SPR-208. The marksman rifle category can't keep up with the best Warzone 2 sniper rifles in terms of stopping power, but the SPR-208 is the closest you're going to come. It offers a much faster rate of fire than most sniper rifles, and because a one-shot down isn't possible in the free PC game, the additional mobility and speed will serve you well. That should come in handy when your foe is just a bit too far away for even the best Warzone 2 guns to reach.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:30 AM
     Is Quidditch in Hogwarts Legacy?

Is Quidditch in Hogwarts Legacy? The Quidditch World Cup game released back in 2003 remains a fan favourite, so if the sport fits within the timeline of Hogwarts Legacy, its inclusion seems like a no-brainer.

We know that Hogwarts Legacy is based in the 1800s - long before Harry Potter, and going some way to separate itself from the works of JK Rowling. Many well-known features remain though, such as Hogwarts Legacy Floo Flames and the school's common rooms, so where does this leave Quidditch? From Harry Potter lore, we know that the earlier incarnations of the game were recorded as far back as the 11th century, with other broomstick games dated even further back than that. So, while it would technically fit into the story of the upcoming RPG game, Warner Bros has confirmed that Quidditch will not be playable when the Hogwarts Legacy release date arrives.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:00 AM
     AMD unveils RDNA 3 gaming laptop GPU, beats desktop RTX 3060

AMD RDNA 3 gaming laptop graphics are now officially a thing, as the gaming PC giant just announced a new mobile lineup. The range will accompany the firm's Radeon RX 9700 desktop duo as a midrange solution, but won't take Nvidia's scaled-back RTX 4090 head-on.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:25 AM
     Star Wars Jedi Survivor's Cal Kestis wants a game non-fans can enjoy

Star Wars Jedi Survivor's Cal Kestis actor Cameron Monaghan explains how the upcoming action-adventure game from Respawn and publisher EA – which follows Cal into adulthood and a much darker period for the Jedi – has a story that is designed to also reach players who have never read or seen anything connected to Star Wars before, as we look ahead to the sequel to Fallen Order, and the Jedi Survivor release date.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 5:14 AM
     GTA podium car: here's what vehicle you can win in GTA Online

What is the GTA podium car this week? GTA Online vehicles are expensive things, so we're happy to take a spin on the Diamond Casino's Lucky Wheel to get a discount. Winning isn't guaranteed, sure, but it isn't out of the question, either. Look, we don't have a problem - leave it alone.

Finding out what is the GTA podium car is simple enough - it's winning it that's the challenge. You can spin the Diamond Casino's Lucky Wheel once daily, and each Podium Car refreshes after seven days on a Thursday. Basically, you have seven shots to get the vehicle of that given week. If you own a Penthouse, you can spin it for free, but if you don't, it's $500 a spin. Don't fret if you don't win, as you can try for something else.

You have a one in 20 chance of getting the podium vehicle, a car discount, or a mystery prize. There's a four in 20 chance of getting clothes, chips, and cash. Finally, there's a five in 20 chance of getting RP. On that note, here's everything you need to know about this week's GTA podium car.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 5:09 AM
     Genshin Impact codes January 2023 – redeem free primogems

Looking for Genshin Impact codes? Hoyoverse's charming open-world game is notoriously easy to lose yourself in, and if you're like us, you're constantly looking out for more Genshin Impact Primogems and other handy consumables.

Gathering currency in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind - while you can earn Mora and Primogems by completing quests such as daily commissions, an injection of extra funds will always be gratefully received. Fortunately, the developers Hoyoverse occasionally send out free gifts in the form of Genshin Impact codes that can be redeemed online and in the free PC game.

These Genshin Impact codes are released periodically, frequently appearing in Hoyoverse's special programs that reveal information about future updates coming to the anime game soon, but also to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact eventsThe next special program is set to take place on January 6 during the Genshin Impact 3.4 livestream. Most codes also only work for a limited time - so it's a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible in case you miss out. Codes can only be redeemed once per account. Here are all the current Genshin Impact codes for January 2023, and how to redeem them.

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PCGamesN Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:48 AM
     Best gaming laptop January 2023

The best gaming laptop on the market today comes pretty close to matching the power of modern gaming desktops, but you don't have to stop playing while on your travels. In fact, recent innovations have made these mobile machines both slimmer and faster, with minimal compromises to performance.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:38 AM
    

I'm sure Game Pass subscribers can relate to the pain of having a game leave the service, especially when you're in the middle of a hefty playthrough. Your options are to binge the game in two weeks, buy the game outright, or cry. Unless you were playing Mortal Shell, in which case all you have to do is wait a month for the title to be re-added. The fantasy Soulslike had left the service on November 30th last year, but now it's back, this time with the Enhanced Edition.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:02 AM
    

Overwatch 2's second season has been all about Greek mythology, with several characters receiving skins based on iconic Greek gods. But now that the festive winter event has wrapped up, Overwatch 2 is debuting its next limited-time event Battle for Olympus later today, and it's reimagining seven characters' abilities. The free-for-all deathmatch mode begins today and will be around until January 19th.

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Siliconera Thursday, January 5, 2023 8:00 AM
    

ffxi voracious resurgence January 2023

In a post on the Square Enix forums, Akihiko Matsui, a staff member working on FFXI, detailed what will appear in the game's January 2023 update. Chapter 10 of The Voracious Resurgence will appear, and the team is working on a cutscene for Chapter 11. It will appear in two halves, the second part of Chapter 11 will appear after the team takes a break.

There are no concrete dates regarding what is in store for FFXI in January 2023. Aside from The Voracious Resurgence updates, there will be new monthly objectives for Records of Eminence. There are also new titles for your character, and new notorious monsters and reward items for the Ambuscade. Finally, you will have new recipes to synergize and new items to find.

The Voracious Resurgence is a series of ongoing story quests in which adventurers uncover a conspiracy that threatens Vana'diel. It started in 2020, after the Rhapsodies of Vana'diel story update. Obviously, you must have completed the Rhapsodies of Vana'diel in order to access The Voracious Resurgence.

FFXI is available on the Windows PC, and Chapter 10 of the The Voracious Resurgence storyline will go live in January 2023. The Return Home to Vana'diel Campaign is still ongoing, though it will end on January 5, 2023.

The post The Voracious Resurgence Chapter 10 Will Go Live in FFXI appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:30 AM
    

PS5 Sales

At Sony's CES 2023 press conference Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan announced that the company passed a new PS5 sales figure milestone. In an address to promote the brand's achievements and upcoming releases, Ryan said that Sony had sold over 30 million units to date. He also said that December 2022 was Sony's best-ever month for PS5 sales.

Additionally, Ryan implied that Sony would have enough PS5 consoles on hand to satisfy customer demands. "Starting from this point forward," he said, "everyone who wants a PS5 should have a much easier time finding one at retailers globally." Since its launch in 2020, the PlayStation 5 has been dogged by persistent issues in its supply chain. The causes range from restrictions related to stemming the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to parts shortages that slowed the pace of manufacturing. The effect was felt by consumers, who were often unable to buy PS5s when they wanted to. Some retailers used lotteries to award systems to prospective buyers, while other fans turned to scalpers selling consoles at inflated prices.

It appears that Sony feels confident that it has moved beyond those supply issues and is capable of meeting demand. That demand remains high, as even two years after launch and a overall price increase in some countries, the machine is still considered difficult to acquire in some places. Ryan also expects the impending launch of the PSVR 2 hardware to boost PS5 sales numbers somewhat as well. The virtual reality suite incorporates new technology to make it competitive with current top-line VR setups, though it isn't compatible with original PSVR software.

The post PS5 Sales Passed 30 Million, More Supply Promised in 2023 appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, January 5, 2023 7:00 AM
    

kingprotea alter

Wada Arco teased the full appearance of Kingprotea Alter on her Twitter. She appeared in the story of Lostbelt 7, which went live in the Japanese version of Fate/Grand Order in late December 2022. Kingprotea will also be one of the Servants available to summon for the New Year's, as well as being on the GSSR banner for the Extra Class. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

https://twitter.com/tsubuanfes/status/1610445545675575296

She will not be a separate Servant. Instead, this will be a costume dress for the existing Kingprotea Servant.  As opposed to the more wild child-looking Kingprotea, Kingprotea Alter has a skintight suit on, with a large headdress. Underneath her headdress, we can see that she has a headband on. Her horns are not present.

You will be able to get the Costume Dress for Kingprotea Alter when the second half of Lostbelt 7 goes live in late January 2023. You will likely need to complete Lostbelt 7 first before you can unlock it. There are a few differences between the Costume Dress version and the one that appears in the story. But neither Lasengle nor Wada Arco have specifically pointed them out.

Fate/Grand Order is readily available on mobile devices, and the Kingprotea Alter Costume Dress for Kingprotea will go live in late January 2023. This skin will only be on the Japanese server for now.

The post Kingprotea Alter Costume to Appear in FGO in January appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, January 5, 2023 6:00 AM
    

Calliope Mori and Gawr Gura's

An original song performed by Hololive Vtubers Calliope Mori and Gawr Gura hit a new milestone. "Q" now passed 20 million views on YouTube. Calliope Mori announced the hallmark on Twitter. This comes about 11 months after its February 2022 debut.

This is something of a hallmark for the song. "Q" debuted in February 2022. By April 2022, it passed 10 million views. It also marks the second song by the two Hololive EN Myth members to pass 20 million views. The first was their cover of the song "King."

For those who haven't seen it, here is "Q." Deco*27, who worked on Hatsune Miku Vocaloid songs like "Cinderella" or "Poison Apple." Kay Yu handled the animation for the music video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aetXqd9B8WE&ab_channel=GawrGuraCh.hololive-EN

As a note, here are the top five most-viewed Hololive songs as of January 4, 2023.

As a reminder, Calliope Mori released a new album in 2022. Sinderella features original songs like "Taste of Death" and "I'm Greedy."

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