Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 3:35 PM  The arrival of the new era of Scarlet & Violet Pokémon TCG cards is now only four weeks away. As worldwide players prepare themselves for the big shift from the V cards to the rebirth of "ex," in Japan the base sets have already been out for over a month, and now the follow-up set, Triple Beat, is revealing some… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 3:30 PM  Steve from Minecraft was added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in October of 2020. In the years since, sentiment around the character has gotten worse and worse due to accusations that the character is broken and overpowered. Now, a recent discovery around a competitively advantageous glitch has brought these… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 3:15 PM  Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, the latest Soulslike from action game masterminds Team Ninja, is an enrapturing amalgam of Bloodborne and Nioh 2 with some Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice sprinkled in for good measure. It's punishing as hell, but also one of the most approachable games in a genre known for bludgeoning your… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 2:13 PM  In a recent, wide-ranging interview with late-night host Stephen Colbert, uber-successful director Steven Spielberg talked about his family, his long career, and his love of films. But we aren't here to talk about that. Instead, what's that over there behind you Stephen and Steven? Is that…oh yup. It's a Star Wars… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 2:00 PM  The big baby update for The Sims 4 is nearly here, and Kotaku got an inside look at how the new Growing Together Expansion Pack DLC and the free base game updates will play out. |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 1:05 PM  Stardew Valley celebrated its seventh anniversary Sunday while still reigning supreme as the ultimate cozy game. Nearly a decade on, Stardew Valley has become one of the most fascinating case studies among indie game successes. Created over four and a half years by lone developer Eric Barone, who goes by ConcernedApe,… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 12:05 PM  Give Me Toilet Paper! is a game built around a simple universal concept: At some point in our lives, we'll forget to check the toilet paper roll before we sit down. That's exactly what happened to these digital helpless businessmen, trapped behind an unfeeling bathroom stall. Only you can save them—by sticking a Joy-C… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 11:46 AM  Square Enix is getting a new boss. Yosuke Matsuda has served as the Final Fantasy publisher's CEO for 10 years, and spent the last couple of those hyping up NFTs and other blockchain scams. He's now set to be replaced by a relative newcomer, pending shareholder approval in June. |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 10:52 AM  Man, Ash and Pikachu are really leaving the Pokémon anime pretty soon, huh? With every farewell episode that airs in Japan and every new piece of information on the new animated series that comes out, the departure of the show's long-time protagonists feels more and more real. If you were having a hard time… |
Kotaku Friday, March 3, 2023 10:10 AM  I wasn't sure if we'd ever see the day, but after years of waiting, the top hits from the Game Boy Advance are steadily trickling onto the Nintendo Switch. Metroid Fusion joins the Switch Online Expansion Pack library next Wednesday, perfectly timed for everyone who just beat Metroid Prime Remastered and is still… |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 3:27 PM  Want to know everything about the Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 release date? Now a fragmented husk of its former self, the island was destroyed following the invasion of The Nothing and their Chrome herald. It seems that, for now, at least, relative peace has returned. However, the map wasn't the only thing to change, with new mechanics altering how to win the game. If Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 is anything like the free PC game's current season, then get ready for some game-changing new mechanics, such as Fortnite augments that give players perks in the heat of battle. Of course, you can also ride Fortnite dirt bikes, slurp on Fortnite Slap Juice, and open Fortnite Oathbound chests for all the current game-breaking weapons. Continue reading Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 release date speculation and leaks MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite Chapter 4 map - key locations, Free PC games, All Fortnite Chapter 4 weapons |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 2:33 PM  This Genshin Impact player managed to defeat Azhdaha - the toughest boss in the game - with Dehya while AFK the entire time. HoYoverse released community stats last year for the anime game's second anniversary, and Azhdaha was named as the boss who had killed the most players. To defeat him as Dehya without moving a muscle is impressive, to say the least. Continue reading Genshin Impact's hardest boss gets beaten by an AFK Dehya MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 1:44 PM  What are Destiny 2 Defiant Battlegrounds? If you're jumping back into Destiny after a break to play the recent Lightfall DLC, you may not be familiar with Destiny 2's Battlegrounds activities. Though they're not exactly strikes, they are similar in tone and involve defeating hordes of enemies and completing specific objectives, culminating in rewards. While Bungie developers have been experimenting with different Battlegrounds setups throughout the past seasons, even going as far as to include season 19's Mars Battleground on a forthcoming Grandmaster Nightfall rotation, they are not quite as cut-and-dry as the game's strikes. If you're struggling with Destiny 2 Defiant Battlegrounds and how to reap their rewards in the FPS game, here's what you need to know about the Destiny 2 season 20 activity. Continue reading Destiny 2 Defiant Battlegrounds guide – how to complete and get keys MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:59 PM  There's a new Ubisoft Steam sale, making it a great time to pick up on some of the publisher's biggest and best PC games. With big discounts on the likes of Assassin's Creed Valhalla and beyond, the Far Cry series, Watch Dogs Legion, The Division 2, Rainbow Six Siege, and plenty of others including Anno, South Park, and Scott Pilgrim, there's something for everyone - but you'll need to act fast to bag the bargains. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Steam FAQ, Steam family sharing, Steam in-home streaming |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:39 PM  Finding the best Sons of the Forest base locations is essential to your survival, and should encompass both your ability to defend from attack, and your access to sustenance. After your first day or two in the cannibal-infested hellscape, you want to consider building a sturdy, permanent place of residence, and its location can make or break its practicality. As we discuss in our Sons of the Forest review, the longer you survive in Endnight's horror game, the worse the horrors become, and more dangerous Sons of the Forests mutants will start appearing around you. As such, you can't stay in a tarp tent forever and will need to utilise Sons of the Forest building mechanics to put some stronger wooden walls around you. Here are some things to consider when looking for the best base locations in Sons of the Forest. Continue reading Best Sons of the Forest base locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:26 PM  Want to learn the best Wo Long spells? You may be thinking that a magic-user build is ideal for defeating foes quickly, much as it is in the Dark Souls games. However, there are a few more restrictions on how one casts spells in the latest game from the folks who brought you Nioh and its sequel. Despite some rather hefty requirements, casting Wo Long spells isn't as easy as learning them via their elemental phases from the Wizardry Spells shop. You must also consider your current morale and how much territory you have captured in each level. After all, some spells in the RPG game would just be overpowered if you could hurl, say, a massive fireball across the map to knock an enemy off the top of a tower, or obliterate one of the many Wo Long bosses in one go. It adds an extra bit of challenge, so we'll go through which of the many spells you can learn in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. Continue reading Best Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty spells MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 2:15 PM  Want to know where to find Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Dragon's Vein Crystals and essences? These essential items give you more healing power out of your Dragon's Cure pot, which acts as Wo Long's equivalent of the Estus Flask from other Souls games. You must have these upgrades to survive even the simplest of boss battles. To increase the potential of your Dragon's Cure pot, you'll need to seek out the Wo Long Dragon's Vein crystals and essences. A Dragon's Vein crystal, when used, will increase the maximum number of charges you have before you next visit a battle flag, this game's bonfire. The Dragon's Vein essence, on the other hand, increases how much damage you heal when you activate it. Since it's a relatively difficult RPG game that has lots in common with the very best games like Dark Souls, you'll want to heal as much as possible with each charge. Continue reading All Wo Long Dragon's Vein crystals, essences, and locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:32 PM  Want to know where to find the Wo Long Shitieshou demons? These cuddly-looking inverse pandas are unlike the other, more aggressive demons that roam Ancient China. They're just loveable scamps who eat metal objects and will give you something good in return, provided they think the item is tasty enough. They're completely harmless and can occasionally help you in your adventure. Generally speaking, the Wo Long pandas can be found on all main routes in each level, but feeding them is essential as there is a collector at the Hidden Village who takes these sweet babies into his sanctuary. However, you need to find and feed every single panda an item, and in this RPG game, there are a lot of them to find in missions and sub-missions. You will need to defeat a few of the Wo Long bosses and possibly earn some Wo Long Dragon's Vein crystals and essences if you want a chance to meet these adorable creatures, but once you reach the third main level, you'll begin to see them sitting there, waiting for a snack. Continue reading Wo Long Shitieshou demon locations and how to feed the pandas MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:12 PM  Unsure how to get the rope gun in Sons of the Forest? 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 How to get the rope gun in Sons of the Forest MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:10 PM  The Steam Deck packs a surprising amount of power for a handheld device, capable of running demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Dead Space Remake. Now, the portable PC is flexing its muscles in a way I never thought it would, as it now boasts support for ray tracing. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:07 PM  Struggling to find the the Sons of the Forest rebreather location? Endnight's cannibal-infested open world is full of secrets, but the most elusive by far are the ones lurking beneath the surface. Large bodies of water have a chance of leading to underwater caves hiding precious loot – but you'll need to equip the Sons of the Forest rebreather before you can access them. Along with the rope gun, knowing how to get the Sons of the Forest rebreather is necessary for reaching the Sons of the Forest shovel. The shovel itself is then used for digging up any of the graves around the Sons of the Forest map - one of which will uncover a GPS locator and the Sons of the Forest shotgun. Consequently, you'll want to make the Sons of the Forest rebreather location your first port of call in Endnight's horror game, which could well be one of the best PC games of 2023. Without further ado, here's how to reach the Sons of the Forest rebreather location. Continue reading Sons of the Forest rebreather 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 Friday, March 3, 2023 12:05 PM  A Sons of the Forest GPS locator will pop up on your map as soon as you gather yourself after crash-landing into the horror game, along with a mission quest to 'Find Team B'. So what are these GPS locators, and just how do you find and use them? After all, it's not as simple as heading straight to the markers on your map - you'll need to do some prep work first. Each GPS locator is represented by a purple marker on your Sons of the Forest map, and your GPS tracker will beep incessantly as you draw nearer to their location in the open-world game. There are three of these purple markers throughout Sons of the Forest, each indicating a member of your team. They've all been hit by an untimely demise, but thankfully were also carrying Sons of the Forest weapons or tools that you can repurpose. You'll need to prepare certain items before you head out to retrieve them though, so here's everything you need to know about each Sons of the Forest GPS locator and how to use them. Continue reading Every Sons of the Forest GPS locator and how to use them MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:13 PM  Are the Elden Ring Golden Seed locations eluding you? These handy seeds allow you to upgrade your flasks, increasing the uses of Crimson and Cerulean Flasks. They can be found across the Lands Between; you can spot them by glowing Erdtree saplings, which make them easy to see from a distance when traversing the expansive open world. Seeking out all Elden Ring Golden Seed locations is guaranteed to help you out when you come up against tough Elden Ring bosses, or while exploring Elden Ring dungeons. To use Golden Seeds, simply rest at a Site of Grace and charge your flask, with each upgrade increasing the amount of Golden Seeds required by one. You can also choose Golden Seed as a Keepsake when you're picking your Elden Ring class during the character creation. You can upgrade your flask ten times and also strengthen them by finding and using Sacred Tears. Continue reading Elden Ring Golden Seed locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, The best Elden Ring classes |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:26 PM  How long is Wo Long Fallen Dynasty? Your militia soldier's epic rise to power in Team Ninja's action RPG isn't going to happen overnight. Instead, it'll take hours of spell-slinging and sword-swinging to slay the demonic forces taking root in Ancient China, to say nothing of the Yellow Turban Rebellion raging all around you. Your total playtime in Wo Long Fallen Dynasty will undoubtedly vary depending on your prior experience with games like Dark Souls. If you're no stranger to a parry and riposte, you'll have little trouble dispatching fearsome bosses blocking your progression, and will inevitably reach the end credits sooner than a complete novice. All that being said, here's exactly how long it takes to beat Wo Long Fallen Dynasty and complete one of the best PC games of 2023. Continue reading How long is Wo Long Fallen Dynasty – length and time to beat MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:01 PM  If you need the Sons of the Forest ending explained, we don't blame you. Endnight's mutant-laden excursion is light on story details, and just reaching the ending can be a real head-scratcher in itself. What's more, the conclusion of your time on the island varies depending on the choices you make and can result in a good, bad, or perfect ending. In order to reach the Sons of the Forest ending, you'll need to have collected all the primary tools that Endnight's open-world game contains. If you've still got a few noticeable gaps in your inventory, check out our guides to locating the Sons of the Forest shovel, rebreather, and rope gun, all of which you'll need to see the Sons of the Forest ending in full. Needless to say, there are spoilers below. Continue reading Sons of the Forest ending explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:21 PM  Wo Long new game plus is not for the faint of heart. Once you've battled your way through your first playthrough and come out the other side, you might be tempted to leave Team Ninja's spin on the Romance of the Three Kingdoms behind you – but a militia soldier's battle is never truly over, and Wo Long offers a second helping for returning players. If you're looking to refine your Wo Long build after the conclusion of the action-adventure game's story, then Wo Long new game plus is the answer to your prayers. The Rising Dragon difficulty mode includes five-star equipment drops, which possess modifiers and set bonuses that leave your four-star equivalents in the dust. Of course, to snap up those exclusive rewards you'll have to complete missions and beat Wo Long bosses all over again – and this time around, they're no pushover. Here's everything you need to know about Wo Long new game plus if you're planning to return to one of the best PC games of this year. Continue reading Is there Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty new game plus? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 1:09 PM  There are a total of 30 Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty bosses to put to the sword, ranging from fights against the strongest warriors of the Three Kingdoms to demonic beasts corrupted by the elixir spreading its evil influence across Ancient China. It takes skill and bravery to slay them all and bring peace to the nation. These Wo Long bosses will test your mettle. Some will teach you how to deflect in Wo Long, while others provide a major spike in difficulty in the RPG game. With the cunning use of the best Wo Long spells and using the correct Divine Beasts at the most opportune moment, you can best even the toughest of foes. Just make sure to bring some companions with you, as they can distract your foes as you attempt to heal. Continue reading Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty bosses list MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo impression, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is The Witcher meets Sekiro, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:51 AM  The Sons of the Forest flashlight should be one of the first items you consider collecting in the survival game. If you ever played The Forest, then you'll know that a lot of your time is spent deep underground in terrifying cave systems - so you need a way to see where you're going. Torches are great and all, but it's handy to have something sturdy and bright that you can hold in your off hand. As luck would have it, the Sons of the Forest flashlight can be found very early in the horror game, and - unlike the Sons of the Forest shovel - you don't need anything to obtain it other than the tactical axe you're given upon crash landing into what could be one of the best PC games of the year. Found at one of the Sons of the Forest GPS locator sites, the flashlight is accompanied by a useful GPS tracking device, which can be used to mark points of interest on your Sons of the Forest map. So, with such good items to find there, here's how to find the Sons of the Forest flashlight location. Continue reading Sons of the Forest flashlight location MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:52 AM  On February 6 a catastrophic earthquake rocked Türkiye and Syria, leaving over 50,000 dead and even more injured or unaccounted for. In an attempt to raise funds to aid relief efforts, some of Final Fantasy XIV's best bands and bards have come together in a Live Aid-inspired FFXIV concert event for the MMORPG, aptly entitled Eorzea Rescue. Continue reading FFXIV bards throw Live Aid gig to raise funds for earthquake relief MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs on PC, FFXIV Island Sanctuary guide, FFXIV Island Sanctuary animals list |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:12 PM  Destiny 2 Lightfall promised to be the groundbreaking penultimate storyline in a narrative developed over nearly a decade. But the issue is sometimes game developers make promises they can't keep. Not every expansion and campaign storyline can change the game like Forsaken or introduce us to compelling narrative twists like those in The Witch Queen. However, Lightfall feels like a significant step backwards from the complex, interwoven threads that once led an entire community to grieve for the death of Cayde-6 or, even more recently, shed a tear at Rasputin's sacrifice. Perhaps there's some confusion among the developers as to what Destiny 2 means to players compared to what it means to those in charge. The development team sought to deliver a futuristic neon city and a Darkness subclass that's ironically bright in the FPS game, while what could have truly satiated players is a clearer grasp of the stakes surrounding the Traveler, the Veil, and the future of humanity. Note that this review is relatively early in the gameplay experience, reflecting several hours of campaign content. There's a lot to explore in Destiny 2 Lightfall, and we're still working our way through it. Still, with several hours of the Legendary campaign completed, suffice it to say it's notably underwhelming. Continue reading Destiny 2 Lightfall review in progress – left in the dark MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 12:19 PM  The best Warzone 2 Bryson 800 loadout transforms a bulky but hard-hitting pump-action shotgun into a very mobile CQC destroyer. To do that, you need to focus on shaving off as much weight as possible and avoid strapping any heavy attachments on. The pump-action nature of this shotgun means you won't be clearing rooms in an instant, you must choose when to take your shots, and find appropriate cover while rechambering a shell to continue the onslaught. Continue reading Best Warzone 2 Bryson 800 loadout for season 2 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:17 AM  What are the best PC games available today? From triple-A world-beaters like GTA V to enchanting indie releases such as Rocket League, these classics are the biggest games across Steam, Epic Games Store and more. Finding the top PC games is no easy task. There are, you may have noticed, quite a lot of them. From the 50,000 plus Steam games to… all those other platforms you love so much, there has never been more choice available to the discerning PC gamer. Continue reading The best PC games 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, The best Elden Ring classes |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:01 AM  Want to know the next Disney Dreamlight Valley update release date and who's coming with it? Dreamlight Valley updates add new characters and quests to the life sim, and we already know there's a lot of room for new faces to be added. Fans on social media have been requesting the likes of Cinderella, Belle, and Stitch - and with a certain blue alien having crash-landed in the valley last year, we know Gameloft are listening. Despite being in early access, the Disney game cemented itself as one of the best PC games of last year, with regular content updates, a vibrant community, and speedy and regular patches when bugs are found. We've now had two large content updates since the game launched just a few months ago. With "an almost unlimited source" of classic characters to choose from, there's no sign of these updates slowing down yet, with Dreamlight Valley update 3 just around the corner. Continue reading What is the next Dreamlight Valley update release date? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Disney games, What's the next Dreamlight Valley update?, Disney Dreamlight Valley guide |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:49 AM  What are the best Rimworld mods? Rimworld is a colony management game with a very simple premise - you must ensure the survival of a ragtag bunch of colonists, each with their own randomly generated skills, backstories, and idiosyncrasies. Depending on the AI storyteller settings, your experience might fall anywhere between 'wholesome farming sim' and 'relentless cascade of disaster'. There are plenty of Rimworld mods out there to add extras and quality of life tweaks to your playthroughs. Some of them are basic improvements that let you organise your colony better or become more efficient, some add brand new mechanics like hygiene and children, and there are a few that completely transform the game by adding magic or space exploration. We recommend trying the mod-free experience first, and gradually adding mods once you've tucked a couple of vanilla Rimworld colonies under your belt, and moved on emotionally from the harrowing tales that have emerged from your adventures. Like that time one of your ailing colonists passed away and your doctor immediately fed their corpse to the other patient, or when everyone got food poisoning on a cross country road trip and the only upright colonist, who had sworn never to do violence, was mauled to death by a mad squirrel. Continue reading The best Rimworld mods MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Rimworld mods, The best games like Rimworld and Dwarf Fortress, RimWorld multiplayer guide |
PCGamesN Friday, March 3, 2023 11:56 AM  There are three Sons of the Forest keycard locations, each of which opens an important door in the twisting, interlocking cave systems beneath your feet. You might be surprised to discover that the hidden keycard locations are more obvious to you than you'd imagine, but that doesn't mean you aren't going to run up against some mutant-shaped trouble on your way. While the natural terrain surrounding you in Endnight's horror game might fool you, hidden away in the dark and terrifying caves are various man-made and industrial bunkers, filled with corpses, bones, resources, and all manner of Sons of the Forest mutants. While you can stay alive and have a perfectly nice time just foraging for berries and drinking water in the survival game, you need to find other items - including the all-important keycards - in order to complete your story. Here's where to find - and, more importantly, how to get - all three Sons of the Forest keycards. Continue reading Sons of the Forest keycard locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest release date, Best horror games |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 2:57 PM  Samsung's fast Evo Select Micro SD card has dropped to £40 on Amazon UK, making it a good time to upgrade the storage of your Steam Deck. This card normally retails closer to £50, with a stated UK RRP of £55, but it has dipped as low as £37.99 for a few days over the past year. Still, this is a very reasonable price for a memory card that's good for up to 130MB/s sequential reads and meets the A2 requirements for random performance. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 2:00 PM  Last week, I attended a hands-off preview for The Sims 4's upcoming Growing Together expansion pack and its supporting free base game update. This was obviously a real treat for me as RPS' resident Sims fanatic, but I'll admit I went in with my expectations parked in neutral. After all, the theme of this new-content duo is young families, and that just isn't part of the game I engage with too much these days. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 11:58 AM  There's a minor bombshell tucked into the latest Steam Deck OS preview update, which is mainly about fixing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty issues. With this update installed, you can enable proper, full-fat ray tracing on the Deck for the first time, specifically in Doom Eternal. Neat! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 11:45 AM  Leaks are the bane of every publisher's existence, forcing marketing plans to shift, change, or just get scrapped. But that's partly why I'm enjoying EA's approach for advertising the Skate. reboot. Footage from the open-world skateboarders' playtest leaked last September, and EA have since responded by releasing their own janky videos. These clips give us a taste of the whacky ragdolling happening right now, and it's probably the most entertaining way of marketing a game while simultaneously sucking the air out of leaks. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 11:30 AM  I've recommended a pretty wide variety of genres over the years, but I didn't expect a brick breaking game to surprise me like Destructure Colon Among Debris. It's not that I dislike them. They've just never really made much impression (possibly because I don't see all that many) Destructure blends in a hint of shooting, resource management, and leans into the sheer fun of destruction, replacing bricks with "structures" that aren't meant to be anything specific, but give the whole feeling an impression of combat, an assault you're carrying out rather than a reacting, abstract geometry game. Also it feels and sounds great to hit stuff. That's probably the bigger reason. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 10:50 AM  I'm going to Japan in a couple of weeks, and I am beyond excited. It's been 15 years since I last visited family in Yokohama, and my last memory is one where I'm miserable and I'm staring out of a cab window going back to the airport. I didn't want to leave. It sounds corny as heck, but I can't wait to sucker punch that memory with a swing that's been building for 5478 days, then jab it full of happy ones. Really, I imagine what will happen is I'll get weirdly emotional as the plane touches down and my mate Simon, who I'm going with, will be like, "Get a hold of yourself you buffoon". I got LINE recently - a Whatsapp equivalent that's big in Japan - to arrange some meetups with friends and family. Those arrangements have happened, which brings me great joy. But in a surprise plot twist, it meant I got back in touch with a guy called Sam. Now Sam, he's a good bud and we go a long way back. All the way back to the original Gears Of War days. And I think we've arranged, as is custom, to play Gears 6 whenever it arrives. Such is the bizarre way of things. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, March 3, 2023 10:37 AM  In the lead-up to the original Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, the team at Ninja Theory released 30 development diaries, delving deep into every aspect of the game: the art inspirations, the myths they were remixing, and more. It was an insightful look at the nuts and bolts of game dev, so I'm glad Ninja Theory are returning to the concept for the spooky action sequel Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga. The first episode takes a look at Iceland - the sequel's setting - and the team's painstaking commitment to recreating it as realistically as possible. The photogrammartry tech on display is seriously impressive, and following the team to Iceland feels like watching a British travel series, without the crude humour. |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 3:42 PM Not exactly a solid foundation for a dynasty. |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 1:31 PM I'm not good at Soulslike games. |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 11:56 AM What you need to know about Agent 22. |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 11:48 AM Dying to play the full release. |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 10:24 AM The Witness is watching you, Bungie |
Twinfinite Friday, March 3, 2023 9:30 AM Tales of revenge, of respect, and of retail.
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