PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:53 AM  Sons of the Forest mutants are the horrifying creatures trying to kill you in the survival horror game - as if being stranded in the wild wasn't hard enough already. It's worth mentioning that some of these mutants can be friendly, and we'll be covering those in this list too. That said, be careful who you trust. The upcoming survival game follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, The Forest, with the same cannibals and creepy mutants threatening your life after you're stranded on a strange island. However, there are a few different gruesome mutants in Sons of the Forest, including one almost entirely made up of fingers. Before you dive into Sons of the Forest multiplayer with your friends, make sure you actually live long enough to explore the large Sons of the Forest map by familiarising yourself with all of the Sons of the Forest mutants and cannibals. Continue reading Sons of the Forest mutants, cannibals, and enemies list MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:17 AM  He might be your first friend, but Sons of the Forest's Kelvin is already driving the community to despair with his chaotic, if hilarious, tendencies. The horror survival game sequel is already rocketing up the charts as developer Endnight Games announces that the Sons of the Forest sales numbers passed 2 million in its first 24 hours, and those players have uncovered one particularly amusing tendency of Kelvin that's as funny as it is frustrating. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 8:04 AM  Wondering if Sons of the Forest trees regrow over time in Endnight's survival horror game? It may seem like a silly question, you're in a forest surrounded by trees, right? But wood is an essential resource in building a sturdy, cannibal-safe base, as well as lighting fires and crafting recipes, so you'll need plenty of it. The best location to focus your Sons of the Forest building and set up camp is somewhere surrounded by trees, both for cover and resources. Preferably, you also want to find somewhere with rivers and streams around you, making it easier to get water in Sons of the Forest and keep your stamina up for carrying all those logs. But whether you build among the trees or out in the open in the crafting game, you might still find yourself running out of building materials. So, do trees regrow in Sons of the Forest? Continue reading Do Sons of the Forest trees regrow? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 7:35 AM  Now just over a week away, the Halo Infinite season 3 launch trailer gives us plenty to get excited about in the Microsoft FPS game from 343 Industries. However, one particular inclusion had us jumping out of our collective seats, with the tease of perhaps the best multiplayer map type - only for 343 to confirm that it won't be included in the official Community Collection playlist. Continue reading Halo Infinite season 3 shows a map every FPS needs, but it's a tease MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite Bosses, Halo Infinite ranks |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 7:22 AM  If you want to know how to get Virginia in Sons of the Forest, you'll need to know how to put your weapons away and tread carefully or you can scare her away. You can frighten off, ignore, or befriend the three-legged mutant lady, but the latter is going to be your best choice as you'll have an extra pair of hands on your side against the hordes of cannibals. You can even give Virginia clothes to help her withstand the elements of the great outdoors. Recruit Virginia in Sons of the Forest and you can give her a gun and put her to use in combat against Sons of the Forest mutants, making her an excellent substitute companion if Kelvin dies. Neither of these NPCs is completely forced on you in the survival game, though, so you can go it alone if you want. That said, if you could do with an extra pair of hands - and legs - here's how to get Virginia in Sons of the Forest without scaring her away, as well as where to find her clothes. Continue reading How to get Virginia in Sons of the Forest MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:38 AM  We've been eagerly awaiting more news of Falling Frontier, the gorgeous space RTS game from Stutter Fox Studios and strategy publisher Hooded Horse, ever since we first laid eyes on it. Thankfully, we're in luck, as a new gameplay trailer shows off a breathtaking ship design from incoming artist Aleksandre Lortkipanidze, who recently joined the studio. The teaser also gives us a glimpse at the game's updated UI and tactical waypoint systems. Continue reading Hotly anticipated Steam space RTS game unveils stunning new ships MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best RTS games on PC, The best space games on PC |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:51 AM  The Sons of the Forest grave is a site that you will discover early on in your story, and is where you'll find the powerful Sons of the Forest shotgun buried. Just moments into the sandbox game, you uncover your GPS tracker, which itself will trigger your first story task: Find Team B. Three members of your team will then be indicated on your GPS tracker by a purple marker - one of which is this gravesite. The Sons of the Forest purple marker in question appears on the north-west corner of the map, on land (the next nearest marker is in the ocean). Head there, and your GPS tracker - which operates as your Sons of the Forest map - will start to beep. In fact, it gets quite distracting, so once you know where you're going you may want to put your map down using the 'M' button. It's also worth mentioning that you'll need to have found the Sons of the Forest shovel first. Here's everything you need to know before reaching the purple marker grave and digging up that Sons of the Forest shotgun. Continue reading Sons of the Forest grave – how to get the shotgun MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:45 AM  Is Sons of the Forest crossplay compatible? If you're excited to play The Forest 2 multiplayer following the success of the prequel's own co-op mode, the answer may disappoint you for now. That's not to say it'll stay that way though, since the game is initially launching in early access, with more features and mechanics to be added in the future. Sons of the Forest multiplayer is available in the horror game, and you can play with up to seven friends - or strangers - by hosting or joining a server. However, what about if your friends aren't on PC, and want to play Sons of the Forest on PlayStation or Xbox consoles? Well, then you need Sons of the Forest crossplay. Continue reading Sons of the Forest crossplay guide MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 6:12 AM  Unsure how to get the Sons of the Forest rope gun? There are plenty of tools that make island living more enjoyable, and the rope gun allows you to use every Sons of the Forest zipline available. However, the path to the rope gun location is not for the faint of heart, and going in blindly may well spell your end. The Sons of the Forest rope gun - otherwise known as the zipline gun - is located within a specific cave on the Sons of the Forest map, making it very easy to miss during your first playthrough of Endnight's sandbox game. You'll also need to stock up on the best Sons of the Forest weapons in your arsenal, since there are plenty of hostile enemies standing between you and your prize. Here's how to get the Sons of the Forest rope gun and zipline in one of the best PC games of 2023. Continue reading Sons of the Forest rope gun location and how to get it MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:34 AM  Sons of the Forest multiplayer allows you to survive the cannibals and mutants of the horror game's ever-changing island with a friend or two, making the experience slightly less scary. With friends and NPCs around you, your team could become an unstoppable force. We already know that the open-world game provides you with an AI companion, Kelvin, and that you can befriend the three-legged mutant Virginia. That said, there's nothing quite like teaming up with a real-life friend when faced with the harsh surroundings and terrifying Sons of the Forest mutants awaiting you in the caves and wilderness of the survival game, so here's everything you need to know about Sons of the Forest multiplayer mode. Continue reading Is Sons of the Forest multiplayer? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:13 AM  Struggling with how to get water in Sons of the Forest? Staying hydrated is paramount when you're stranded on a deserted island, so finding a reliable way to quench your thirst is crucial if you want to make it past your first day. You won't get very far in Endnight's survival game without knowing how to get water in Sons of the Forest - not even crafting the best Sons of the Forest weapons can help you here. Your thirst bar depletes over time, and any drinks you can scavenge from the crash site won't last long. Here's a surefire way to collect water in Sons of the Forest, so you can extend your playtime in one of the best PC games of 2023. Continue reading How to get water in Sons of the Forest MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Sunday, February 26, 2023 6:00 AM  Sundays are for ordering a Steam Deck and getting quite excited about its arrival. Before you track its delivery, let's read this week's best writing about games (and game related things). |
Siliconera Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:00 AM
Inti Creates often ends up being known for two kinds of games. One is the 2D run-and-gun sorts of titles along the lines of Azure Striker Gunvolt, Blaster Master Zero, and Mega Man. The other is the fanservice-filled Gal Gun on-rails shooters. So… what happens if you mash those two together? It turns out, you get a 2D, stage-based, Castlevania-like affair starring characters from Gal Gun. While it doesn't hit the heights of the always impressive Azure Striker Gunvolt, it can be quite fun. Set in the same world as Gal Gun: Double Peace, both Shinobu Kamizono and her younger sister Maya are demon hunters and high school students. When Kurona gains infinite power, she uses it to bring the demon world into the real one, transforming Sakurazaki Academy into her castle and leaving students captured inside. The sisters use their unique spiritual abilities to find out how Kurona developed these abilities, defeat the monsters and demons lurking throughout the building, and hopefully restore a sense of normalcy.
Remember how Inti Creates worked on both Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon games? You will after you play Grim Guardians: Demon Purge for a while. While I'd say both are superior, the same sort of DNA is infused into this project. While you will eventually get weapons and abilities that will make returning to completed levels attractive, each area you traverse is essentially treated as a separate "stage" of the castle. This makes it feel more like some of the older Castlevania sorts of titles, rather than a true Metroidvanias. Shinobu and Maya each feature unique abilities, much like the characters in Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, which offer more tactical options when approaching situations. Shinobu can attack from a distance and tends to equip subweapons that inflict damage from far away. She also has more health. However, her ranged gun will eventually need to reload and doesn't deal as much damage as Maya's more direct attacks. Meanwhile, Maya is more frail as far as health goes, but she hits much harder and has subweapons that can create protective shields that damage enemies or deal more stationary, close-range damage.
Having two heroines means different approaches to levels too. There is a two-player co-op mode, which allows people to take on the challenge together. When both sisters are alive and a gauge is filled, you can use an overpowered special attack to damage all foes ahead of them onscreen. However, if you play alone, then you can swap between the two heroines. This also allows something of a "second chance" system, as if one dies, the other will appear at the start of the most recent room you entered and be able to go to her sister and perform CPR to "revive" her with some health. I'd almost say that this, as well as other elements, can leave Grim Guardians: Demon Purge feeling a bit easy. It isn't terribly long, as I ended up beating its eight levels in almost seven hours. The characters eventually grow in strength, which makes them more formidable. Shinobu even takes on a bit of a healer role after a point. The boss fights feature rather predictable patterns, and it wasn't until the last fourth of the game that I started sweating. It's also generally very straightforward, and as long as you lean into characters' strengths and swap often, it's never too creative when it comes to level design or enemy approaches.
However, Grim Guardians: Demon Purge is great about referencing its source material. As a nod to this being a former school, and one filled with female students, you'll often find classmates to rescue! In addition to Shinobu, Maya, and Kurona, other characters from the Gal Gun series appear. When they do, they're cleverly referenced. They'll also end up in occasionally recurring placements, so you still get to see your "friends" around. Even though there's something of a minimalistic approach to sprites, returning cast members are distinctive and familiar. There are also multiple endings, which is a fun bonus. I'd say Grim Guardians: Demon Purge is a good snack for people who enjoy Inti Creates titles, the Bloodstained: Circle of the Moon spin-offs, or games that are Metroidvania-adjacent. It's a brief diversion, which isn't a bad thing! In a world where so many games can be 20-40 hours long, sometimes I want something silly and fun that will keep me busy for one or two evenings. I really appreciated what Inti Creates accomplished with the generally delightful Grim Guardians: Demon Purge. Grim Guardians: Demon Purge is available for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC. The post Review: Grim Guardians: Demon Purge Feels Like a 'Lite' Castlevania appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Sunday, February 26, 2023 7:00 AM
In Octopath Traveler 2, there are Scent of Commerce quests Partitio can undertake, and the one in Winterbloom involves bringing three musicians to Audley to add a gramophone to every tavern. However, you aren't given any hints as to where these three NPCs may be. Unless you were playing close attention as you visited different towns in the game, you might have even passed them by without notice. Here are the three musicians you'll need to have Partitio bring to Winterbloom for that Octopath Traveler 2 Scent of Commerce tavern gramophone quest. In each case, immediately bring them to Audley's mansion at the east side of town to have him record their performance. Note that if you use someone other than Partitio to get the NPC in your party, you'll need to have Partitio and that person in the party at once when going to speak to Audley.
Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available. The post How to Unlock the Gramophone in Octopath Traveler 2 Taverns appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Sunday, February 26, 2023 6:00 AM
Sometimes, you need certain party combinations to complete Octopath Traveler 2 side stories, and "Through a Child's Eyes" is one of those times. The Brooding Girl in Wellgrove is worried about her mother and stepfather. She says she wants them to all be together. Which means solving it involves having both NPCs with you the next time you talk to her. This means two people in the party who can do things like recruit, befriend, or guide. I had Ochette use some jerky to get the stepfather, who is standing outside the Dancer guild in the town. Then, I used Partitio to hire the mother for 1,600 leaves. She's standing between the inn and tavern in town. If you don't have both parents, the Brooding Girl will be upset when you talk to her. However, if you do, then the family will talk it out and resolve what's going on with them. You'll then get 5,000 leaves and a Charm of Compassion, and the Octopath Traveler 2 Through a Child's Eyes side story will be done. Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available that lets you sample the beginning of each of the playable characters' stories. The post How to Finish 'Through a Child's Eyes' in Octopath Traveler 2 appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:00 AM
In an interview with Dengeki Online, Final Fantasy XVI Producer Naoki Yoshida and Directors Hiroshi Takai and Kazutoyo Maehiro revealed information about FFXVI. The developers talked about the reason for wanting to raise the game's age rating and detailed some new gameplay mechanics like "Buddies." [Thanks, Dengeki!] Director Takai confirmed that they deliberately raised the age rating of the game, with the purpose of broadening the range of expression available with a higher rating. This is due to the Japanese CERO rating system being very restrictive when it comes to depiction of blood, wounds, or violence. Yoshida cited the development of FFXIV as having difficulties including certain scenes, due to the rating of the game being 15 ages or higher. In terms of new gameplay details, the developers made a distinction between party members, which will fight for themselves automatically, and "Buddies" like Torgal the dog. These work similar to party members, with the exception of being able to receive partial orders, such as "heal" or "choose from several attack options." In addition, the game won't have elemental weaknesses, with each Eikon and element acting as distinct mechanics that enable different actions and moves. Final Fantasy XVI will release first for PlayStation 5 on June 22, 2023. The post Learn More About Final Fantasy XVI's Age Rating and Buddies appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:00 AM
There are times when Octopath Traveler 2 NPCs will be vague when it comes to what will complete their side stories. They'll offer a vague idea of what they're going through or what they want. But their profiles and request won't be obvious. This is true of the Thoughtful Father in Winterbloom and his "A Present for My Son" Octopath Traveler 2 quest. When you talk to the Thoughtful Father, he'll only explain his son is going off to study to become a scholar. He wants to give his kid a gift. However, he doesn't offer any idea of what you should possibly find for him. Now, the "A Present for My Son" Octopath Traveler 2 side story took way longer for me than it should have, because I didn't think to go to Cape Cold to check. (I figured the town was too small and not known for "scholar" characters.) However, on the far west side of town in a house is Retired Scholar with a Silver Quill in his inventory. Steal or buy it. Head back to Winterbloom and give it to the Thoughtful Father. An event will trigger. You'll then get 300 leaves, a Magic Nut (M), and a Refreshing Jam. Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available. The post How to Finish 'A Present for My Son' in Octopath Traveler 2 appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Sunday, February 26, 2023 5:25 AM  Sons of the Forest has several weapons that can turn your foes into mincemeat. One of these is the Chainsaw. Rev it up and watch as your opponents' limbs and heads flop and fly off. Here's our guide to help you get the Chainsaw in Sons of the Forest. Note: For more information, check out our Sons of the Forest guides and features hub. How to get the Chainsaw in Sons of the Forest The Sons of the Forest Chainsaw has a bunch of requirements before you can enter the location that has it. We've outlined these steps below and, while we won't go into too much detail, we've also linked the relevant guides in case you'd like to know more about those areas: Get the Rope Gun so you can use Ziplines. Get the Rebreather so you can dive and breathe underwater. Once you have both, look for the Shovel. It lets you unearth hidden passageways. Maintenance Keycard – Now that you have the Shovel, it's time to visit various underground locations. The first ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:55 AM  Eddie Brock will become part of your roster in Marvel's Midnight Suns, assuming you own the Redemption DLC, that is. Naturally, you'll want to make use of the insatiable symbiote's abilities when you've got him in your squad. Here's our Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best teammates and team comps guide to help you with the ideal characters to bring in missions Note: For more information, check out our Marvel's Midnight Suns guides and features hub. Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best teammates and team comps guide Venom and Ravenous Before we discuss Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best teammates and team comps, let's talk about his Ravenous mechanic. Here's the gist: Ravenous is a meter that increases Venom's offense/damage dealt. It's at the maximum threshold at the start of missions. +1 point of Ravenous will be consumed whenever Venom uses an attack or heroic card. There are certain abilities or upgraded perks that either add a point... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:31 AM  Eddie Brock, bonded with the alien symbiote and known as Venom, will reluctantly join your team in Marvel's Midnight Suns. You'll then be able to make use of his brutal abilities, including those that pack a punch right from the get-go. Here's our Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best cards and skills guide to help you with the top picks for this character's deck. Note: For more information, check out our Marvel's Midnight Suns guides and features hub. Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best cards guide We are Ven… really good in missions Before we discuss Marvel's Midnight Suns Venom best cards, let's talk about his passives and unique mechanics: Ravenous – Increases Venom's offense and is at the maximum threshold at the start of missions. Each attack or heroic card consumes +1 Ravenous point. This passive makes Venom an absolute menace on the battlefield due to stronger attacks right from the get-go. We Are Venom I/II –... |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:46 AM One of the biggest challenges in Crusader Kings 3 will not actually be war; it will be peacetime. After conquering territories, the conquered cultures and religions will not approve of your rule. This can result in a lot of unrest and rebellions that you will have to stop using your huge armies. However, there are a few ways to make the people of the lands like you. Recommended Read: How to Become Immortal in Crusader Kings 3 One of these things would be to spread your own culture into their lands and make them forget their original language. Amazing, right? […] |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 9:07 AM Back in the old days of CK2, players had the ability to become immortal through some interesting events where they got very close to death. Once you get the immortal trait, nothing can stop you. The only reason you would die is due to injuries and assassinations. Recommended Read: How to Get Nicknames in Crusader Kings 3 Now, everyone who played as an immortal in CK2 will want to try it out in Crusader Kings 3 as well. Well, here is how you can become immortal in Crusader Kings 3 and create the most overpowered ruler in the game. Can […] |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 8:57 AM Every time you might go onto Reddit to check what other Crusader Kings 3 players are doing, you will be overwhelmed by their incredible nicknames. The Bane of the Danes, the Dragon, the Enlightened, and Troll-Slayer are some of the nicknames that your characters can get if you meet some special, hidden requirements. Recommended Read: What Are the Best Buildings to Build in Crusader Kings 3 But, unfortunately, nicknames aren't properly explained by the game, and you just seem to be getting them at random. Well, don't worry. In the guide, we will tell you exactly how to get all […] |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 8:25 AM In Crusader Kings 3, players will have to make the best possible choices to make sure that their dynasty will reign supreme. Some of these choices also involve what you will build in your territories. There are many buildings available at the start of the game, and all the bonuses you can get sound good. However, what is the best choice? Recommended Read: How to Become Head of Faith in Crusader Kings 3 Is it better to have incredibly overpowered men-at-arms or the best economy in the world? Well, in this guide, we will tell you exactly which buildings are […] |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 4:10 AM Project Zomboid is well-known not only for its incredible post-apocalyptic world but also for its collection of deadly weapons. Among these, a katana wins our hearts due to its damage and ease of use, making it one of the most commonly used weapons in Project Zomboid. If you are new to the game, here's where to find a katana in Project Zomboid. Recommended Read: How to Fish in Project Zomboid In Project Zomboid, a katana can be found in various locations throughout the game, including survivor houses, residential buildings, gun shops, pawn shops, or even in a dead zombie's stomach. […] |
Gamer Empire Sunday, February 26, 2023 3:42 AM There are many possible ways to play Deep Rock Galactic. Whether you want to fly across the map like the Scout, build your own bunker like the Engineer, or be the last man standing like the Gunner. Nothing is better than some explosions from the most challenging Driller class. In this article, let's take a look at some best Driller builds in Deep Rock Galactic. Recommended Read: Deep Rock Galactic – Best Engineer Builds Since Driller's weapons primarily have elemental damage, we will introduce a strong fire build to instantly smelt your enemies into pieces, a freezing bullet build so […] |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Sunday, February 26, 2023 7:00 AM A new Rivals deck called Beastbound Assault has been revealed for Warhammer Underworlds. It focuses on raw aggression and tactical flexibility, using various Denizens from the Gnarlwood to earn Glory. The deck can be used with almost any warband and is accessible to players of all levels. Sign up for the Warhammer Community newsletter to … |