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Kotaku Friday, January 20, 2023 9:30 AM
    

PSA for my fellow Destiny players and Brendan Fraser appreciators: A fellow comrade in arms has gifted us with a Destiny 2 transmog kit that recreates Fraser's iconic, dare I say heartstopping fit from The Mummy. Warning: I'm gonna unabashedly gush about Brendan Fraser.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 9:59 AM
     Jsaux wants your help to give the Steam Deck a Game Boy Color makeover

Using the Steam Deck reminds me of those heady days of the Game Boy Color or Sega Game Gear, only Valve's equivalent is both more powerful and versatile, not to mention larger. If using the handheld gaming PC brings back similar fond memories for you, then upcoming backplates from Jsaux could be just what you're after.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 9:40 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy wants you to relax, with official Harry Potter ASMR

We know already that the new Harry Potter game, Hogwarts Legacy, will have spells, broom flight, all the different Hogwarts houses, and even the Room of Requirement. What we didn't know however was that Hogwarts Legacy would have our stress levels in mind – if potions class, the upcoming NEWTs, or waiting on the Hogwarts Legacy release date have got you freaked out, you can now decompress thanks to some official Harry Potter-themed ASMR.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Hogwarts Legacy release date, All Hogwarts Legacy spells, Hogwarts Legacy system requirements

PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 9:34 AM
     The best crafting games on PC in 2022

What are the best crafting games on PC? It's easy to mix these up with building games as they both involve an element of construction. The critical difference here, though, is that the best crafting games are all about making things like weapons or tools to help you survive in a harsh world, or thrive in a charming one.

Crafting games can be set in practically any type of environment, and from Minecraft to Elden Ring, even a lot of the best PC games around involve some form of crafting. That said, thanks to the genre's broad range, this list contains something for everyone, from some of the best open-world games, to - naturally - survival games, and even zombie games. So, whatever your preference you'll find something in this list of the best crafting games on PC.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 9:45 AM
     The best MMORPG and top MMOs you should play 2023

What is the best MMORPG on PC? If you're wondering, those oft-used letters represent the words Massively Multiplayer Online, and refer to games where thousands of players come together in the same world. Is it one with spells to sling and demons to slay? Working your way through the stars as a miner or a corporate bigwig? Solving ancient conspiracies and fighting Lovecraftian horrors? Maybe it's all of them.

Ultimately, the deciding factor for the best MMORPGs on PC largely comes down to personal preference, so with that in mind, here's our list of the top MMOs currently alive and kicking. You're sure to find something that will swallow up entire days at a time, and many of these entries can also be considered some of the best PC games around. While there are plenty of new MMOs to consider, the golden oldies on this list have withstood the test of time.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 8:02 AM
     GTA Definitive Edition has less than 1,500 Steam players, still buggy

Rockstar launching GTA Definitive Edition on Steam felt like a chance to give the sandbox game collection a new lease of life, a second wind. Despite a 50% discount however, the remasters of GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas are struggling to find a substantive player base on Valve's platform, as many of the bugs and visual issues that hampered the original launch of Definitive Edition remain in the re-release. If you want more Grand Theft Auto, you may just want to wait until the GTA 6 release date.


PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:59 AM
     All Minecraft biomes in 1.19

Minecraft biomes are vast, varied, and full of things you definitely need. As you randomly generate each world, there are never any guarantees about where you'll find the Minecraft biome you're looking for. Still, there might be clues you can follow if you pay close enough attention.

It's always worth going out and exploring above ground to try and find the Minecraft biomes that are near where you spawn. Each one offers different resources that you may require in your journey, whether that's to beat the Ender Dragon, or simply to create the best Minecraft house in the land. Each biome also houses different creatures, NPCs, and potential loot too. It means that, while finding all of them is rarely essential to your progress, it might make things a bit easier.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:57 AM
     Best MW2 TAQ-V loadout

Fancy taking a chance with the best Modern Warfare 2 TAQ-V loadout? Not to be confused with the TAQ-56 assault rifle, the TAQ-V is a battle rifle variant of the Scar and, boy, it sure packs a punch.

With one of the more significant base damage and accuracy ratings of its weapon class, the TAQ-V has the potential to become one of the best MW2 guns. It's largely ready to tear it up on the battlefield as it is, but if you visit the MW2 gunsmith and put on the following attachments, you'll wind up with the best Modern Warfare 2 TAQ-V loadout. With the rather significant buffs they can give you, these attachments can absolutely get you enough kills to trigger a Modern Warfare 2 nuke in no time.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:53 AM
     Best Warzone 2 TAQ-V loadout for Season 1 Reloaded

After the best Warzone 2 TAQ-V loadout? The battle rifle version of the Scar-inspired TAQ-56 is arguably the best iteration in the weapon platform, taking the slow, chugging rate of fire of its smaller sibling and pairing it with devastating 7.62mm rounds. Unlike some battle rifles, the TAQ-V has a full-auto fire mode by default, making it easy to use in all situations, and a wide array of weapon setups are available once you've unlocked all the right attachments.

As we saw with the dominance of the FAL in Warzone 1, battle rifles can be the best Warzone 2 guns around, and are extremely effective thanks to their damage ranges and bullet velocity, plus their handiness in a CQC situation. We've built a couple of Warzone 2 TAQ-V variants in the free PC game to help you figure out the right loadout for you.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:43 AM
     Capcom Steam sale offers big Resident Evil and Devil May Cry discounts

A huge Capcom Steam sale has arrived to celebrate the Lunar New Year with big discounts on some of the best Resident Evil games, along with a great Devil May Cry bundle, deals on multiple Monster Hunter games, and other fan favourite series including Street Fighter, Ace Attorney, Mega Man, Dead Rising, Okami, and Dragon's Dogma. It means it's a good time to pick up some of the best PC games from the publisher, especially if you've been waiting to play some of the newer entries.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:44 AM
     Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti GPU may only offer RTX 3070 performance

The RTX 4060 Ti looks set to be the next Nvidia Geforce GPU, but rumours suggest it'll only pack the same punch as an RTX 3070. Additional reports also hint that'll cost below $500 USD, meaning it could still cost a lot more than its predecessor.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:36 AM
     How long is Forspoken?

How long is Forspoken? Starting off in a new land, making new friends, and getting to grips with your backchatting bracelet is no easy task. While it all may seem confusing at first, it won't be long before you're parkouring around the world of Athia like the best of them. The real question though, is how long will it take you to best the Tantas and restore Athia back to its former glory?

From the outside, Forspoken looks like quite the endeavor. Not only have you got an entire world to save, but you've got to get Frey back home and somehow piece together her childhood. RPG games can run on the lengthy side, and Forspoken appears to be no different. With sidequests littered around the Forspoken map and a meaty main story to tackle, you're going to be spending a lot of time in the world of Athia.

Continue reading How long is Forspoken?
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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 8:04 AM
     The best new MMOs worth playing 2023

Once as rare as a legendary loot drop, new MMOs seem to be launching every other month. MMOs offer near-boundless freedom in a world populated by a vast number of players, making them among the most ambitious games around. Each one promises a sprawling world, a vibrant community, and enough content to last a lifetime – or at the very least, several years. Thanks to the rise of the free-to-play market, they're also now more accessible than ever.

New MMORPGs hold the potential to become the best PC games on the market, but many come precariously close to failure. History is littered with MMOs that have had their moment in the spotlight or never garnered the attention they deserved, and our list of the best new MMOs only includes those with thriving communities that aren't about to be put to pasture any time soon. As the worlds of MMORPGs are ever-changing, we've also included games with major updates and expansions that deliver enough content to make the old feel brand new again. So, from newly updated sword-and-sorcery classics to emerging action RPGs, these are the best new MMOs available to play right now.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:29 AM
     Minecraft village locations and all villager jobs

Looking for a Minecraft village or wanting to wrap your head around how these cute little towns work? Villages in Minecraft are one of the best resource throughout your survival experience, helping you stock up in the early game, and useful for trading for rarer items as you progress.

Villages can be found in most Minecraft biomes, and contain a number of chests and other useful items that can be looted to help you on your way, such as armor, crafting tables, and blast furnaces. The sooner you find one into your first days in the Minecraft overworld, the better your chances of survival, so here's everything you need to know about Minecraft villages, and the villagers residing within them.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:25 AM
     Midnight Suns update adds Deadpool food truck to the Abbey (seriously)

Yes, you read that right friends, the latest Midnight Suns update adds a food truck to the long forgotten grounds of the Abbey, the Marvel strategy game's central hub. It doesn't just look cute though; it can play a huge role if used correctly.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:39 AM
     The best Tycoon games to play 2023

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

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


PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:02 AM
     Best Warzone 2 battle rifle for Season 1 Reloaded

Looking for the best Warzone 2 battle rifle? While assault rifles are the most popular weapons in Call of Duty games, battle rifles offer an alternative option that sacrifices fire rate and mobility for firepower and bullet velocity; an elegant weapon for a more civilised age.

Picking the best Warzone 2 battle rifle out of the four is no mean feat. The most competitively viable weapons in the free PC 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.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 6:29 AM
     How to make a Minecraft recovery compass

So you want to know about the Minecraft recovery compass? It only has one purpose: to help you retrieve your lost items. It's not quite the same as Jack Sparrow's compass, which takes you to what you desire, but the two share the same trait of being absolutely useless for general navigation. While you have it equipped, the compass points you to the spot where you last died.

The Minecraft recovery compass is one of the many, many, additions to one of the best PC games. It's not as scary as The Warden, not as creepy as the Deep Dark biome, and it doesn't have the appeal of the new Minecraft frogs, but the recovery compass is a very handy item to have on you after dying unexpectedly.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 6:17 AM
     Diablo 2 Resurrected 2.6 PTR testing new runewords next week

The Diablo 2 Resurrected 2.6 update is on the way, with Blizzard announcing that the team is ramping up towards testing for the next major patch on the Diablo 2 Resurrected PTR next week. The remake of one of Blizzard's best classic PC games is set to test out a new round of features ahead of the 2.6 patch coming to live servers, with a big focus on new runewords to keep fans of the series happy while we wait for the Diablo 4 release date to arrive.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 6:08 AM
     How to get Warzone 2 Twitch drops

Looking for Warzone 2 Twitch drops? If you're looking to snag some free cosmetics or even some double-XP tokens, there are few better ways than simply watching the best of the best play the game. 

The first Call of Duty Warzone 2 Twitch drop ended on November 5, but here are some of the rewards you can expect from future Twitch drops. Twitch drops are an easy way to get free stuff in the battle royale game by watching streamers play the free PC game on Twitch, including weapon blueprints, stickers, emblems, charms, double weapon XP, and more.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 7:16 AM
     Is there a Callisto Protocol new game plus mode?

If you wonder if a Callisto Protocol new game plus mode exists, then wonder no more. We've waded through tons of ventilation shafts, slain many unspeakable horrors, and endured many untimely deaths to bring you the answer.

But what's so attractive about a Callisto Protocol new game plus mode? Inside the monster-infested space prison, you can find several vital Callisto Protocol weapons, and you can buy the best Callisto Protocol upgrades to trivialise once-intimidating enemies, such as The Callisto Protocol two-head boss. So after enduring everything the horror game can throw at us, can we start again with all of our equipment still with us?

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 5:57 AM
     Fight Forspoken PC specs with 30% off Corsair's 32GB gaming RAM kit

New releases like the Square Enix RPG Forspoken are ravenous for gaming RAM, and high-spec kits aren't exactly cheap. Thankfully, memory deals are a thing, and you beat the games demanding PC specs by grabbing 30% off a Corsair Vengeance 32GB pack over on Amazon.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 5:52 AM
     Tencent's Tarisland looks a lot like WoW, and Blizzard has noticed

Chinese gaming tycoon Tencent, the owner of League of Legends, has been accused of "plagiarising" Blizzard's iconic MMORPG, World of Warcraft, as a new trailer bears a lot of resemblance to the WoW.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 5:30 AM
     Callisto Protocol gets jump on Dead Space Remake with surprise update

The first Callisto Protocol DLC was meant to roll out February 7, but a surprise update to the Striking Distance horror game brings new game plus mode more than two weeks early, as rival space spookfest Dead Space Remake is expected to launch with the feature by default.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 5:29 AM
     Roblox promo codes list January 2023 – how to redeem

Looking for Roblox promo codes? There are all sorts of promo codes from Roblox events and giveaways out there, that grant you free virtual goods like clothes and items. No need to fork out cash for accessories; new codes are added all the time, so you can keep your Roblox character looking fresh.

Roblox promo codes won't hang around forever, though - they're only valid for a limited time, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you discover one you haven't used yet. Redeeming them is simple - log in to the Roblox website and navigate to their promo codes page, where you can enter your code, and the item will automatically be added to your account straight away. Be sure to check back here regularly, as we'll update this page whenever new Roblox promo codes in the free PC game are released.

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PCGamesN Friday, January 20, 2023 5:28 AM
     When does Hogwarts Legacy take place?

When does Hogwarts Legacy take place? The latest Harry Potter universe game is set in the distant past, long before the scarred boy set foot in Hogwarts' hallowed halls and even before the Fantastic Beasts films. To put this into context, Dumbledore is a mere child in the events of this game, so it's as if we're stepping into a brand-new world.

With its rather early timeframe, it's also improbable that the open-world game will have either Harry Potter or Hagrid as Hogwarts Legacy characters you can interact with. However, since the ghosts have been on campus since forever, it's highly probable that you'll at least bump into Nearly Headless Nick from time to time. Either way, Portkey Games has confirmed in what year Hogwarts Legacy takes place, so let's dive deeper into the story setting.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 20, 2023 9:50 AM
    

Devs seem to think that Epic Games' whirlwind of pop cultural cross-pollination Fortnite is the game best positioned to deliver the vision of the metaverse to us, the Game Developers Conference have revealed. The results of the GDC's 11th annual State Of The Industry survey were released this week. The survey checked in with more than 2,300 developers to pick their brains on contentious issues facing gaming, ranging from unionisation and harassment to, erm, blockchain.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 20, 2023 8:00 AM
    

An adorable family of furry mammals traversing a dystopian urban environment; snapshots of joy and intimacy (playful hunts, mutual grooming, snuggling together for a nap) already infused with the melancholy of impending catastrophe; the terrible, life-altering moment when a young cub loses its footing and plunges into unknown depths, separated from the pack. Our fledgling protagonist, alone for the first time, has to fend for itself and find its way among the perilous mega-city ruins.

If you engaged at all with the indie-game sphere in 2022, chances are this introduction rings a bell. Only it's not a description of last year's breakaway hit and multi-award winner, BlueTwelve Studio's Stray, but an older and much more brutal feline saga, Videocult's grim survival action game Rain World. The thematic overlap of these games, coupled with their contrasting design philosophies, provides an excellent springboard to reassess the latter – one of the most opaque, challenging, and underappreciated titles in recent memory, just in time for the arrival of its first official DLC, Rain World: Downpour.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 20, 2023 6:58 AM
    

Deadpool will break the fourth wall and probably your face on January 26th, when the wise-cracking, chimichanga-loving mercenary arrives as DLC for Marvel's Midnight Suns. Judging from the new trailer showing him in action that Firaxis have released, they seem to have struck a fine balance between comic book Deadpool and his movie counterpart. You can see Midnight Suns' take on Wade Wilson in the trailer below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 20, 2023 6:04 AM
    

Rockstar have brought Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition to Steam more than a year after its disastrous launch. GTA Trilogy was originally released as a Rockstar Store exclusive, and packages together GTA III (the first 3D one), GTA: Vice City (the best one), and GTA: San Andreas (the one with CJ in it). The collection's arrival on Steam replaces the original versions of each game on the storefront, and coincides with a publisher sale that ends February 2nd.

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Twinfinite Friday, January 20, 2023 10:00 AM
     The Generational Gap of Trauma

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     Travelers' tales.

Twinfinite Friday, January 20, 2023 9:30 AM
     Fights with boulders, talkative fetuses. Just your average Saturday night.

Twinfinite Friday, January 20, 2023 6:41 AM
     Elevate your gaming experience with the top 10 best monitors for Xbox Series X

Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 9:30 AM
    

Bleach Tower Records

A new merchandise filled pop-up shop in Japan will sell items based on Bleach at Tower Records branches. The stores open on January 27, 2023, and the promo runs through February 5, 2023. The participating Tower Records branches are located in metropolitan areas across Japan, such as Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka, though some items will be sold via the Tower Records Online store. [Thanks, Comic Natalie!]

The Bleach Tower Records pop-up stores will sell items related to the recently aired Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War anime series. The series is a revival of the Bleach anime, and an adaptation of the manga's final story arc, which was not animated before the series was canceled in 2012.

The merchandise will be based on an exclusive illustration created for the Bleach Tower Records promo. The illustration shows six male Bleach characters and was created with the theme of "After the battle". In their respective shots, Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryuu Ishida, Kisuke Urahara, Toushiro Hitsugaya, and Shinji Hirako all extend their hands to the viewer. Byakuya Kuchiki is also in the lineup, but does not reach out. They're all dressed as they appear in the Thousand-Year Blood War arc.

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The actual items, meanwhile, range from trading card-style pins, keychains, and buttons to acrylic standees and posters. Prices range from 440 Yen (about $3.4 USD) to 3,300 Yen (about $25.50 USD) for the large-size standees.

The Bleach Tower Records pop-up store promotion will run from January 27, 2023, through February 5, 2023. The first part of the Thousand-Year Blood War anime finished airing in December 2023. The second part will air in July 2023.

The post Bleach Boys Reach Out for Tower Records Pop-Up Merchandise appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 9:00 AM
    

Bayonetta Last Cloudia

A Bayonetta crossover will appear in Last Cloudia on January 26, 2023. However, more information as to what characters will appear, along with how players can obtain them, will appear in the future. Leading up to the crossover, the official Last Cloudia Twitter account shared an image. The crossover promotional features the logos of the Bayonetta series and Last Cloudia set against a moon.

Last Cloudia has seen a plethora of collaborations appear in the mobile game. This has ranged from Devil May Cry, NieR: Automata, and a Tales of series collaboration. Each of these events featured several crossover characters that could be obtained during their event period. For example, during the Devil May Cry crossover, Nero, Dante, and V were available to obtain. One of these characters was distributed through event participation. More information as to what character could potentially be available to get through event participation will be revealed once the event is closer at hand.

This wouldn't be the first time Bayonetta has appeared in another game as part of a crossover. Specifically, Bayonetta and Jeanne appeared in Dx2 Shin Megami Tensei: Liberation. Both Bayonetta and Jeanne were available to obtain through the event, and the subsequent re-run that appeared.

Last Cloudia is available for Android and iOS devices. The Bayonetta crossover event will begin on January 26, 2023.

The post Bayonetta Crossover to Appear in Last Cloudia appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 8:30 AM
    

hoshimachi suisei the first take

Hoshimachi Suisei became the first VTuber who will appear on the YouTube channel The First Take. Her video aired on January 20, 2023 at 10pm. That would be 5am PT/8am ET/2pm of January 20, 2023. Suisei performed "Stellar Stellar". [Thanks, Famitsu!]

As mentioned earlier, Suisei is the very first VTuber to sing on this YouTube channel. The concept of The First Take is that it would invite famous singers onto the channel, and allow them one single take. They have to sing a song of their choice, and the idea is that they cannot retry even if they mess up. As of the time of writing, The First Take has 7.2 million subscribers. Singers who have appeared on its channel include Aimer, LiSA, Jason Chan, and NiziU.

As for Hoshimachi Suisei, she is one of the earlier members of Hololive. She currently has almost 1.7 million subscribers on her YouTube channel. Aside from streaming video games and covering songs, Suisei also released original singles and albums. Right now, she is promoting her second album "Specter." You can listen to "wii-wii-woo" and "Housou Shitsu" (both on her album), as well as a sample of "Specter" via her YouTube channel.

Here is her performing "Stellar Stellar" on First Take.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAsRtnbDs-0&ab_channel=THEFIRSTTAKE

Hoshimachi Suisei will appear on The First Take on January 20, 2023.

The post Hoshimachi Suisei Appears on The First Take (Update) appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 8:00 AM
    

Watch Suikoden I & II HD Remaster's Family Attack and Double Monster Attack

Konami offered a chance to see even more Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Unite Attacks, and this time the Family Attack and Double Monster Attack appeared. Both are special abilities present in Suikoden II. However, the original Suikoden does have its own variant of Family Attack with Eileen, Lepant, and Sheena.

First, here's the Suikoden II Family Attack Unite Attack that won the vote. It pairs up Riou, the protagonist, with his sister Nanami for an attack. While it begins with the two attacking the same enemy, Nanami takes a break to enjoy some tea and read a book in the middle. (Warning: there is quite a bit of flashing on-screen in the video clip.)

As for the runner up, it was the Suikoden II Double Monster Attack. It features Siegfried the Unicorn and Feather the Griffon teaming up to attack one enemy.

The third option in this poll was Warrior Attack. However, it didn't specify if it would be the one from Suikoden or Suikoden II. The Unite Attack was present in both. In both games, both Hix and Tengaar must be in the party for it to be an option.

Konami frequently shares Unite Attack clips on Twitter after polls. For example, it recently showed off the Blue Gate Rune and 5 Squirrel Attack.

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars will release on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PC via Steam in 2023.

The post Watch Suikoden I & II HD Remaster's Family Attack and Double Monster Attack appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 7:30 AM
    

Here's the Full List of Fire Emblem Engage Support Options

People don't always get along well with each other or gel in real life. The same goes for the Fire Emblem series. Just because folks are in the same army doesn't mean they'll get along and be friends. If you're wondering which characters can and can't support each other in-game, here's the full list of options in Fire Emblem Engage.

Editor's Note: There are spoilers in the full list of Fire Emblem Engage support options below.

Here's the Full List of Fire Emblem Engage Support Options Kagetsu

  • Alcryst: Alear, Boucheron, Celine, Citrinne, Diamant, Fogado, Hortensia, Ivy, Lapis, Pandreo, Saphir, and Seadall
  • Alear: Everyone
  • Alfred: Alear, Amber, Boucheron, Bunet, Celine, Diamant, Etie, Ivy, Timerra, Vander, Veyle, and Yunaka
  • Amber: Alear, Alfred, Chloe, Diamant, Jade, Mauvier, Merrin, Panette, Seadall, Vander, and Zelkov
  • Anna: Alear, Bunet, Framme, Hortensia, Jean, Lapis, Mauvier, Timerra, and Zelkov
  • Boucheron: Alcryst, Alear, Alfred, Etie, Framme, Goldmary, Kagetsu, Lapis, Lindon, Panette, and Zelkov
  • Bunet: Alear, Alfred, Anna, Chloe, Fogado, Jade, Jean, Kagetsu, Mauvier, Merrin, and Pandreo
  • Celine: Alcryst, Alfred, Alear, Chloe, Etie, Fogado, Hortensia, Jean, Kagetsu, Lapis, Louis, and Mauvier
  • Chloe: Alear, Amber, Bunet, Celine, Citrinne, Framme, Hortensia, Jean, Louis, Merrin, Seadall
  • Citrinne: Alcryst, Alear, Chloe, Clanne, Diamant, Merrin, Seadall, Veyle, Yunaka, and Zelkov
  • Clanne: Alear, Citrinne, Etie, Fogado, Framme, Jean, Hortensia, Louis, Vander, Veyle, and Zelkov
  • Diamant: Alcryst, Alear, Alfred, Amber, Citrinne, Framme, Jade, Kagetsu, Ivy, Saphir, Timerra, and Veyle
  • Etie: Alear, Alfred, Boucheron, Celine, Clanne, Fogado, Goldmary, Jade, Lapis, Panette, and Yunaka
  • Fogado: Alcryst, Alear, Bunet, Celine, Clanne, Etie, Hortensia, Lapis, Pandreo, Rosado, Timerra, and Yunaka
  • Framme: Alear, Anna, Boucheron, Chloe, Clanne, Diamant, Goldmary, Kagetsu, Lapis, Timerra, and Vander
  • Goldmary: Alear, Boucheron, Etie, Framme, Hortensia, Lapis, Panette, Rosado, Saphir, Vander, and Yunaka
  • Hortensia: Alcryst, Alear, Anna, Celine, Chloe, Clanne, Fogado, Goldmary, Ivy, Lindon, Rosado, and Veyle
  • Ivy: Alcryst, Alear, Alfred, Diamant, Hortensia, Kagetsu, Louis, Mauvier, Panette, Timerra, Veyle, and Zelkov
  • Jade: Alear, Amber, Bunet, Diamant, Etie, Jean, Kagetsu, Lindon, Louis, Rosado, and Timerra
  • Jean: Alear, Bunet, Celine, Chloe, Clanne, Jade, Lindon, and Zelkov
  • Kagetsu: Alear, Boucheron, Bunet, Celine, Diamant, Framme, Jade, Ivy, Merrin, Seadall, and Zelkov
  • Lapis: Alcryst, Alear, Anna, Boucheron, Celine, Citrinne, Etie, Fogado, Framme, Goldmary, and Rosado
  • Lindon: Alear, Boucheron, Hortensia, Jade, Jean, Mauvier, Saphir, and Vander
  • Louis: Alear, Celine, Chloe, Clanne, Ivy, Jade, Pandreo, Rosado, Saphir, Yunaka, and Zelkov
  • Mauvier: Alear, Amber, Anna, Bunet, Celine, Ivy, Lindon, Pandreo, Rosado, Vander, and Veyle
  • Merrin: Alear, Amber, Bunet, Chloe, Citrinne, Kagetsu, Panette, Rosado, Timerra, Veyle, Yunaka
  • Pandreo: Alcryst, Alear, Bunet, Fogado, Louis, Mauvier, Panette, Rosado, Seadall, Vander, and Veyle
  • Panette: Alear, Amber, Boucheron, Etie, Goldmary, Ivy, Merrin, Pandreo, Saphir, Timerra, and Yunaka
  • Rosado: Alear, Fogado, Goldmary, Hortensia, Jade, Lapis, Louis, Mauvier, Merrin, Pandreo, and Seadall
  • Saphir: Alcryst, Alear, Diamant, Goldmary, Lindon, Louis, Panette, and Vander
  • Seadall: Alcryst, Alear, Amber, Chloe, Citrinne, Kagetsu, Pandreo, Rosado, Timerra, Veyle, and Yunaka
  • Timerra: Alear, Alfred, Anna, Diamant, Fogado, Framme, Jade, Ivy, Merrin, Panette, Seadall, Veyle
  • Veyle: Alear, Alfred, Citrinne, Clanne, Diamant, Hortensia, Ivy, Mauvier, Merrin, Pandreo, Seadall, and Timerra
  • Yunaka: Alear, Alfred, Citrinne, Etie, Fogado, Goldmary, Louis, Merrin, Panette, Seadall, and Zelkov
  • Zelkov: Alear, Amber, Anna, Boucheron, Citrinne, Clanne, Ivy, Jean, Kagetsu, Louis, and Yunaka
  • Vander: Alear, Alfred, Amber, Clanne, Framme, Goldmary, Lindon, Mauvier, Pandreo, and Saphir

As a reminder, only Alear can reach S-rank support with characters. However, you need to get a Pact Ring and reach an A-rank support with someone to unlock that conversation.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 7:00 AM
    

Which Characters Can You Recruit in Fire Emblem Engage Stages?

As is common in Fire Emblem games, Fire Emblem Engage features a few characters you can recruit, but could also miss. Some of these show up in Paralogues, while others appear in chapter battles as guests or even opponents. There are four in particular who might be tricky to get or overlooked.

Editor's Note: There will be spoilers regarding Fire Emblem Engage characters you can recruit below.

The first character you'll get a chance to recruit is Jean. He's a medic and essentially the "villager" of Fire Emblem Engage. Once you gain access to the world map for the first time, a Paralogue will open up in the Tea-Field Village. If you take part in that fight and send Alear to speak to Jean, he'll join your army.

The second optional character to recruit is Fire Emblem Engage's version of Anna. Right before you get the chance to head into Brodia, a Paralogue will open up at the Bandit's Hideout. Anna will hide herself in a chest there, though she'll also hop out and be on the move once enemies get moving. Use Alear to talk to her, and she'll join your crew.

Which Characters Can You Recruit in Fire Emblem Engage Stages?

When it comes to the third one, you'll need to get Alear or Diamant over to her rather quickly. In Chapter 9, Jade will be in the field. Talking to her recruits her. Since she's a rather sturdy armored unit, you should be able to reach her before she's hurt or killed.

In Chapter 18, you'll get a chance to turn an enemy into an ally. Lindon is a part of the Elusian forces on the righthand ship. At the outset of the battle, he'll express concerns about the war and his actions. Send Alear over to speak to him, and he'll join your cause.

Finally, you'll meet Saphir in Chapter 19. She's come to Elusia after hearing about what's going and wants to aid the Brodian princes Use Alear to talk to Saphir, and she'll become a part of your army too. Like Jade in Chapter 9, she is fairly strong and can handle herself until you arrive.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 6:00 AM
    

How to Adopt Animals in Fire Emblem Engage

You can host a whole menagerie in the latest Fire Emblem. One of the areas in The Somniel in Fire Emblem Engage is a Farmyard, which can become home to a number of animals you adopt on your adventure. The in-game message board next to the Terrace Cafe lets you check and see which ones are in each area. Not to mention, every map you head into will let you know which furry or feathered friends could appear to add to your collection once the battle is over. However, here's a quick list of all of the ones in the game, the items they'll provide, and if there are any prerequisites to adopting them.

Here's the full list of animals available to adopt for your Farmyard in Fire Emblem Engage.. Note that for some, your donation level for a country must be at level two in order to bring them to The Somniel. If you are having trouble finding some, you can automatically get them by reaching the tier 3 donation level.
How to Adopt Animals in Fire Emblem Engage Farmyard

  • Aura Eagle: Found in Brodia. Provides meats like Beef, Chicken, Mutton, and Pork. (Must increase Brodia donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Black Elyosian Dog: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Silver Ingot.
  • Brodian Cat: Found in Brodia. Provides Herring.
  • Calisson Chicken: Found in Firene. Provides Eggs. (Must increase Firene donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Elusian Cat: Found in Elusia. Provides Cod. (Must increase Elusia donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Elyosian Dog: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Silver Ingot.
  • Elyosian Pigeon: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Nuts.
  • Elyosian Seagull: Found in Solm. Provides Nuts.
  • Elyosian Sheep: Found in Firene. Provides Milk.
  • Firenese Cat: Found in Firene. Provides Carp. (Must increase Firene donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Hop Rabbit: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Berries.
  • Mere Donkey: Found in Firene. Provides Rare Vegetables. (Must increase Firene donation level to tier 2 to adopt. Also available as a Firene tier 3 donation reward.)
  • Iris Owl: Found in Elusia. Provides Berries.
  • Northern Freecat: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides fish.
  • Panna Camel: Found in Solm. Provides Beans, Rice, and Spices. (Must increase Solm donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Rutile Marmot: Found in Brodia. Provides Rare Fruit. (Must increase Brodia donation level to tier 2 to adopt. Also available as a Brodia tier 3 donation reward.)
  • Solmic Cat: Found in Solm. Provides Eel. (Must increase Solm donation level to tier 2 to adopt.)
  • Southern Freecat: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Salmon.
  • Tartu Flamingo: Found in Solm. Provides Rare Fish. (Must increase Solm donation level to tier 2 to adopt. Also available as a Solm tier 3 donation reward.)
  • Vervain Deer: Found in Elusia. Provides Rare Vegetable. (Must increase Elusia donation level to tier 2 to adopt. Also available as an Elusia tier 3 donation reward.)
  • Western Freecat: Found in Firene. Provides Sardines.
  • White Elyosian Dog: Found in multiple locations in Elyos. Provides Steel Ingot.
  • White Hop Rabbit: Found in Brodia. Provides Berries.

You can also randomly get Horse Manure, Milk, and Eggs in the farm, regardless of which adopted animals appear there.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 5:00 AM
    

How to Increase Supports with Fire Emblem Engage Characters

Getting closer to characters is a staple in Fire Emblem games. As people fight alongside each other, friendships can develop. As usual, Fire Emblem Engage offers the ability to see characters support one another, with ranks going to to A in the game. To help figure out how to make friends, here are a few actions you can take to encourage allies to get along.

One way is to visit the Arena. If the character you choose ends up randomly fighting someone they can form a relationship with in Fire Emblem Engage, then they'll earn support points. You can only take part in three Arena battles each time between story chapters and battles you take part in on the map.

You can also build up ranks by going to the Cafe Terrace. One ally will be in charge of cooking. You can pick two other people to join you for a meal. (The person making the food isn't an option.) When you do so, you'll be able to see their current support rank with each other, if they can do so. All three characters involved will also get a temporary stat boost depending on how well the food is cooked.

How to Increase Supports with Fire Emblem Engage Characters  One way is to visit the Arena. If the character you choose ends up randomly fighting someone they can form a relationship with in <em>Fire Emblem Engage</em>, then they'll earn support points. You can only take part in three Arena battles each time between story chapters and battles you take part in on the map.     You can also build up ranks by going to the Cafe Terrace. One ally will be in charge of cooking. You can pick two other people to join you for a meal. (The person making the food isn't an option.) When you do so, you'll be able to see their current support rank with each other, if they can do so. All three characters involved will also get a temporary stat boost depending on how well the food is cooked.     The best way to build up support levels to reach the coveted A rank in <em>Fire Emblem Engage</em> is to have compatible people fight alongside each other. If they are next to one another when attacking a foe, they'll build up points. You'll see a visual indicator (a heart) and hear a chime after the encounter, to confirm that the relationship is growing. If a character can heal using staves or dance, it becomes much easier as they can support each other more directly and frequently.    Finally, Alear has an additional option. You can buy gifts from the Flea Market after Timerra joins your crew to give people on The Somniel. Each person has certain likes and dislikes, which you can check in the reference section and pick up on as you speak with them. You can also find items like Spirit Gems, Pretty Stones, and Horse Manure at glittering gathering spots on The Somniel to give as presents.    <a href="https://www.siliconera.com/review-fire-emblem-engage-offers-fresh-challenges/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><em>Fire Emblem Engage</em> </a>is available for the <a href="https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/fire-emblem-engage-switch/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Nintendo Switch.</a>

The best way to build up support levels to reach the coveted A rank in Fire Emblem Engage is to have compatible people fight alongside each other. If they are next to one another when attacking a foe, they'll build up points. You'll see a visual indicator (a heart) and hear a chime after the encounter, to confirm that the relationship is growing. If a character can heal using staves or dance, it becomes much easier as they can support each other more directly and frequently.

Finally, Alear has an additional option. You can buy gifts from the Flea Market after Timerra joins your crew to give people on The Somniel. Each person has certain likes and dislikes, which you can check in the reference section and pick up on as you speak with them. You can also find items like Spirit Gems, Pretty Stones, and Horse Manure at glittering gathering spots on The Somniel to give as presents.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Friday, January 20, 2023 4:00 AM
    

How to Change Classes Your Class in Fire Emblem Engage

As with past games in the Fire Emblem series, people can use a Second Seal or Master Seal to change a character's class in Fire Emblem Engage. However, you don't have immediate access to either item. Rather, you need to buy or earn them. They are limited stock items in the Somniel initially, though both occasionally show up in chests or after beating opponents in a map.

You'll find your first Master Seal as an incidental reward. For example, you can get one in a locked chest in early maps. However, eventually the Somniel's Item Shop will carry them. For 2,500G, you can get one. These are limited items initially, so you won't be able to get enough for everyone right away. As long as a character hit level 10 in a class, you can promote them with a Master Seal. By chapter 9, you will start seeing them in the store after major chapter battles.

As for the Second Seal you can use to change your class, it is also available in Anisse's Item Shop in Fire Emblem Engage around the same time the Master Seal appears in the store. Again, it is a limited item. One costs 2,500G. Using it allows someone to change a character's class to another one on the equivalent tier. You don't need to hit a level requirement in a class to use it.

How to Change Classes Your Class in Fire Emblem Engage

However, having a Master Seal or Second Seal isn't the only requirement for changing classes. You also need to meet certain weapon proficiency requirements. For example, if Diamant's axe proficiency is at B or higher, a Second Seal would let him change from his Lord base class to a Axe Fighter or Axe Armor. However, for him to change to his Lord advance class, he must be at least at level 10 and have S-level sword proficiency and A-level axe proficiency.

By the time you reach the end of Fire Emblem Engage, an infinite number of Second Seals and Master Seals will be available. However, until the endgame, they are doled out sparingly.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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