Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:05 PM  The offices of Ironmace, a development studio in the Korean city of Seongnam, were raided by police earlier this week after accusations were made that the company's upcoming game, the MMO Dark and Darker, didn't just steal assets from publishing giant Nexon, but the staff working on a project there as well. |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:00 PM  In new documents, Sony seems worried and more paranoid than ever about the prospect of Microsoft owning Call of Duty should that company's deal to consume Activision Blizzard go through. It goes so far as suggesting that Microsoft could raise the price on future Call of Duty installments or potentially release a… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 6:30 PM  We're barely one-twelfth of the way through 2023 and a surprising number of games are already about to get killed off, as devs have announced their impending deaths. Normally, we'd reserve this list for the end-of-the-year round-up, but we're ringing the death knell early because, with 15 games already lined up for… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 6:25 PM  Wargroove was a very good 2019 strategy game that featured beautiful pixel art and played a lot like the Advance Wars games. Now it's getting a sequel. |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:50 PM  Today, Lego officially announced five new Jurassic Park-themed sets that are all inspired by scenes and locations from the iconic first film, which will release in June to celebrate the film's 30th anniversary. But who cares about that? Let's talk about the fact that Lego made sure to include a giant pile of dinosaur… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:48 PM  Well, would you look at the time. That Nintendo Switch clock game you may have seen in the bargain section of the eShop just celebrated its 21st release on the digital storefront. Bravo, but where did all of these games come from in such a short period of time? |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 4:05 PM  An updated version of 2008 survival horror Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse hits PCs and consoles tomorrow and places it in the non-Japanese world's palm for the first time, bringing with it the game's first-ever official English translation and a supposedly refined player experience. This should be a huge event… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:52 PM  The Outer Worlds upgrade for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S seemed to come out of nowhere. Announced just a couple of weeks ago, the Spacer's Choice version of the 2019 sci-fi RPG shooter arrives well after other PS4 and Xbox One games got their next-gen updates. And now that it's finally here, players are discovering all… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:35 PM  It seems that inflation comes for everyone. Pokémon card collectors took a massive L when The Pokémon Company announced late last year that the price of its card packs would rise from $3.99 to $4.49. However, it seems like they're trying to compensate by improving the pull rates for fans who still want to collect rare… |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:47 PM  In what can only be described as the best example of not letting your memes be dreams, someone is making a free Persona-styled RPG based on The Golden Girls, and it's set to come out later this year. |
Kotaku Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:38 PM  If you've been eagerly awaiting a new Titanfall game…well, I don't bring any news of that (but know that I'm as sad as you are). What I am here to tell you about, however, is this neat little side-scrolling, mech-based indie game that just hit Steam. It looks like it takes inspiration from more than a few hit games,… |
PCGamesN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:40 PM  Recent Genshin Impact leaks provide a few more details about the upcoming cat girl who hails from Inazuma. If the details are true, her name is Momoka and she's another Geo shielder. While it does make sense thematically for a Geo character to generate shields, this will be the anime game's third Geo shielder, alongside Zhongli and Yun Jin. Hopefully, she can do enough to set herself apart from the others, outside of being part cat. Continue reading Genshin Impact leaks suggest new cat girl is another Geo shielder MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 4:43 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, Lightfall exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:00 PM  Hesitant to try the Halo Infinite campaign? Well, a mammoth discount is currently running via a Steam sale for the 343 Industries FPS game, meaning you can get the shooter for a lot cheaper for a limited time. If you don't have PC Game Pass and have been waiting for the opportune moment to try it out, this is it. Continue reading The Halo Infinite campaign has been slashed in a Steam sale MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite Bosses, Halo Infinite ranks |
PCGamesN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:09 PM  How do you start the Destiny 2 Vexcalibur exotic glaive quest? The Destiny 2 Vexcalibur is a reward from a secret questline called The Variable that players can access from the EDZ. While it's not difficult to earn, you still have to find the quest starting location and complete some objectives before beginning the mission to grant access to it. This seasonal exotic will eventually allow players to craft versions that leverage special catalysts to make it extraordinarily powerful, so it's worth pursuing. The Destiny 2 Vexcalibur is another exotic on the Destiny 2 Lightfall exotics list. Here's what you need to know to start the quest in the popular FPS game. Continue reading Destiny 2 Vexcalibur exotic glaive guide – how to start the quest MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Lightfall exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:27 PM  The Crucial MX500 is one of the best gaming SSDs in the SATA category in my books, right alongside the legendary Samsung 870 Evo. That's because the SSD offers excellent performance while working within the confines of the SATA interface, with straightforward TLC NAND flash and a DRAM-equipped design that ensures strong sustained performance - something lacking in QLC DRAM-less designs. Today, the Crucial MX500 in its 2TB capacity is down to $102.99 at Amazon US, making it nearly 50% off its MSRP and the lowest price we've ever recorded. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:13 PM .jpg/BROK/resize/1920x1920%3E/format/jpg/quality/80/notebook-alienware-m15-r7-black-gallery-1-(1).jpg) Dell's Alienware division makes some of the most ostentatious and powerful gaming laptops around, and today we've got a discount on the Alienware m15 R7. This RTX 3070 Ti gaming laptop with a Ryzen 9 6900HX normally retails for £1749, but this drops to £1399 when you use code ALIEN20 at the checkout - with the possibility of a further discount if you qualify for a student or employee program discount. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:48 PM I dig this. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:56 PM Ain't it fun, living in the real world? |
Twinfinite Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:27 PM They finally fixed the high chairs, and that's not even the coolest part. |
Twinfinite Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:02 PM Was that a Dianoga? Or maybe Geonosian Grievous? |
Twinfinite Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:26 PM A nice spell to get rid of all the bugs. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 8:00 PM
The Poke Times official Twitter account recently shared a tweet showcasing a new snack item based on Fidough, the bread dog Pokemon from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It involves the character being turned into real baked bread. This item is a collaboration between The Pokemon Company and Japanese food company Daiichipan. The companies are releasing a new line of "Pokemon Pan" snacks. Pokemon Pan are baked sweet goods and snacks inspired by creatures from the Pokemon franchise. Pokemon Pan is not available for sale in Hokkaido and Okinawa. https://twitter.com/poke_times/status/1633392116415057920 The new line of Pokemon Pan baked sweet goods features Fidough and other creatures from Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, the latest entry in the franchise. Each package of Pokemon Pan comes with a sticker, and there are 20 stickers available. The sticker collection rotates and changes every two months. You can check out the catalogue of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet stickers currently available here. [gallery columns="5" ids="954486,954493,954494,954490,954489,954487,954488,954491,954492" link="file"] Pokemon Scarlet & Violet are immediately available on Nintendo Switch. Nintendo announced that the next seven-star Unrivaled Tera Raid event will be a Flying Tera Type Decidueye. The post Pokemon Pan Turns Fidough into a Real Baked Bread Snack appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:30 PM
So "A Devilishly Delicious Dish" is a side story you can pick up early in Octopath Traveler 2, but you probably won't be strong enough to finish it until later in the game. At the tavern in New Delsta, a Tavern Cook will ask you for a Delsta Devil. However, actually solving this means heading to a level 34 dungeon and defeating a boss. After you get the quest, head to Western Clockbank Highroad. You'll need to head to one of the docks and sail under the bridge to the south. Going down this river will lead you to the level 34 Sunken Maw region.
Head back to New Delsta's tavern and speak to the Tavern Cook. Once you give him the captured Delsta Devil, you'll be all set. You'll get 5,000 leaves, a Master Rod, and a Chef's Ladle. Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available. The post How to Finish 'A Devilishly Delicious Dish' in Octopath Traveler 2 appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:00 PM
Chucklefish announced that Wargroove 2 is in development for the PC and the Nintendo Switch. In the new trailer, gameplay is shown that features tropical pirates facing off against soldiers in turn-based battles. No release window beyond 2023 is given, but the game can be wishlisted now on PCs via Steam. The trailer begins with an introduction to a new setting, the Saffron Isles in the country of Aurania. This pirate-themed location is home to Nadia, a female pirate who fights with a flame thrower. Nadia then mentions that strange invaders have been spotted in the area recently. To fight back, old friends also raised armies and created new grooves to fight against their foes. You can check out the announcement trailer below. Composer Dale North, the composer for games such as River City Girls 1 and 2, handled the soundtrack. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL8C_8u_jyI&ab_channel=Chucklefish
Wargroove 2 will feature a variety of new features to set it apart from its predecessor. There will be new commanders and multitiered groove system battles. There are also five new unit types. All units can also be powered up by picking up new items. Details about campaigns and original options came up. There will be three new campaigns. Beyond the main story, a new rogue-like mode known as Conquest will appear. The map editor will return and features the ability to make your own campaign and cut scenes as well. The original Wargroove released in 2019 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Featuring gameplay inspired by the Nintendo Wars series, players can take on the role of one of 15 commanding officers, each with their own stats and abilities. You then take your army and fight against an enemy across a tile-based map in both single and multiplayer modes. Wargroove 2 will come to the Nintendo Switch and PC in 2023. The post Wargroove 2 Coming to the PC and Switch appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 6:30 PM
You might overlook the "Goading the Grapes" Octopath Traveler 2 side story. If you walk down the steps just outside the town entrance at Western Conning Creek Coast, you'll happen upon a Grape Farmer who needs help. The vines aren't growing properly. Fortunately, a nearby NPC mentions a grape expert in Cropdale, so solving this side quest is as simple as passing along the tips.
After delivering the Tricks to Growing Grapes to the Grape Farmer, Octopath Traveler 2's "Goading the Grapes" will end. You'll get 10,000 leaves and a Nourishing Nut (M) as a reward for bringing the good news. Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available. The post How to Solve the 'Goading the Grapes' in Octopath Traveler 2 Side Story appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 6:00 PM
Sportswear and apparel company Puma, in collaboration with Square Enix, will launch the Puma x Final Fantasy XIV collection on March 15, 2023 in their website and select regions and in March 25, 2023 in North America. Puma previously announced a new line of sneakers as part of the collaboration. The new announcement confirmed that the complete FFXIV Puma collection consists of a lineup of 17 items of shoes and clothing including T-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, backpacks, sneakers, and hats, some available in different colors. [Thanks, Game Watch!] The collaboration celebrates the 10th anniversary of the re-launch of A Realm Reborn, and the tagline for the campaign is "A Wardrobe Reborn." The collaboration embodies the theme of duality between light and dark present throughout FFXIV. To prepare for the release of the collaboration, Puma released a new CG FFXIV teaser campaign, showcasing sneak peaks of the clothing and shoes. You can check out the new teaser video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8qNTl8B2oo In addition, you can check out some of the items included in the Puma x Final Fantasy XIV collection in the gallery below. [gallery columns="5" ids="954445,954446,954447,954448,954449,954450,954451,954452,954453,954454,954455,954456,954457,954458,954459,954460,954461,954462,954464,954465" link="file"] The Puma x Final Fantasy XIV collection will be available from March 15, 2023 in-store and from the Puma online store, in select markets, and from March 25, 2023 in North America. You can check out the collection from the Puma's Japanese online store, and from the North American Puma online store. The post The Puma x Final Fantasy XIV Clothing and Shoes Release Dates Set appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:30 PM
"The Fish Filcher" is a weird Octopath Traveler 2 side story, because the solution is so unexpected. Fish are being stolen at Conning Creek. You're supposed to help. But, it's not like any NPC in town has fish in their inventory. To complete this quest, you need to think outside of the box. To start "The Fish Filcher," talk to the Head Fisherman at Conning Creek: Harbor during the day. Then, change to night and wait. I actually stumbled upon this accidentally. I swapped the time to see if anyone was there, headed to the main part of town to do some stealing and information gathering with Osvald and Throne, then headed back to the harbor. When I did, I saw a Fish Thief standing there. Knocking out the fish thief with Throne's Ambush or Castti's Soothe will complete the quest. A scene will then play out once you've done that. You'll then get 6,000 leaves and a Fortifying Nut (M) for completing "The Fish Filcher" in Octopath Traveler 2. If you want, you can also then steal from the new NPC standing there to get an Enlightening Earring and Fool's Leaf. Octopath Traveler 2 is available for the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC. A demo is available. The post How to Finish the 'The Fish Filcher' in Octopath Traveler 2 Side Story appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:00 PM
Sony confirmed that Discord integration is now available on PlayStation 5. This will see full the chat app added to the console as part of firmware update 7.0 release on March 8, 2023. This functionality has been in the works for a while, with Sony purchasing a stake in Discord back in 2021. While some account linking features have already been present for a while as a result of this partnership, full chat functionality only just arrived. The functionality is fully cross-compatible with other devices using Discord, meaning that players on PS5 can talk to friends on PC, mobile or Xbox with no extra effort. All that's required is a Discord account. Discord provided helpful information about how to link up accounts with the new service. However, the app isn't directly available on PS5. Instead, players will need to link their PSN account on Discord on PC or mobile and transfer their call from that device to their console. Players who already linked their accounts for previous features will need to relink their accounts for this purpose. As well as Discord integration, the PlayStation 5 system software 7.0 update also adds and improves other social features of the console, improvements to data transfer from PS4 and support for variable refresh rate displays. Full details can be found here. The post PlayStation 5 Gets Full Discord Integration appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 4:30 PM
Honkai Star Rail pre-registrations passed 5 million in total, meaning it hit the milestones and all players get Serval Landau as a free character. The announcement art marking the occasion didn't actually show Serval, though. Instead, it featured the female version of the player's avatar, March 7th, and the Belobog characters Natasha, Bronya, and Seele. Here's the reveal.
The announcement art marking the occasion didn't actually show Serval, though. Instead, it featured the female version of the player's avatar, March 7th, and the Belobog characters Natasha, Bronya, and Seele. Since all of the Honkai Star Rail pre-registration goals and the social media goal were met, everyone will get a Avatar Trailblazer - Welcome to use, 100,000 Credits, Serval, and 20 Star Rail Passes. (The social media reward involved 50,000 credits and two Star Rail Passes.) Serval is a four-star playable character in Honkai Star Rail. She appeared in the betas ahead of the main game, as she's someone encountered when visiting Belobog. Her attacks are designed to deal damage not only to a single enemy, but in some cases to those around her. In one beta phase, her Lightning Flash Blast involved splash lightning damage to enemies around the one targeted. Her Here Comes the Mechanical Fever Ultimate in the beta also was an AOE attack that could hit every enemy. Honkai Star Rail is in development for PCs and mobile devices. The post Honkai Star Rail Pre-registrations Pass 5 Million, Earns Free Character Serval Reward appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 4:00 PM
The anime adaptation of the manga Frieren will premiere in Japan in Fall 2023. The announcement came along with a new trailer and details about its staff and cast. [Thanks, Numan!] Check out the trailer below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5ZEiJyqDKU Frieren (also known as Frieren: Beyond Journey's End or Sousou no Frieren) is based on a manga by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe. The manga originally debuted in April 2020, and has nine volumes as of late 2022. The anime series is being produced by Studio Madhouse (Death Note, One-Punch Man Season 1, Overlord), with Bocchi the Rock! Director Keiichiro Saito at the helm. The screenplays will come from Tomohiro Suzuki, who worked on ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. and Boogiepop and Others. Character designs will be adapted by Reiko Nagasawa, who worked on takt op. Destiny. Violet Evergarden and Muv-Luv Alternative composer Evan Call will work on the show's music. Atsumi Tanezaki, who played Anya Forger in Spy x Family and Rio Futaba in Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai, will play Frieren. The story of Frieren follows the eponymous elven mage, who was once part of a party that defeated the Demon King and restored peace to the land. However, that victory was just the beginning, as Frieren is a nearly immortal elf. She realizes at a funeral for one of her friends that she's destined to outlive most of her comrades, and goes on a journey to fulfill their last wishes, as well as form new connections. Frieren premieres in the Fall 2023 anime season. Details on an international release have not yet been announced. The manga is published in English by Viz Media. Check out Jenni's impressions of the manga. The post Frieren Anime Adaptation Premieres in Fall 2023 appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:30 PM
A famous Yu-Gi-Oh card is getting a remake. The Yu-Gi-Oh Ultimate Offering card will be remade and reintroduced to the game. [Thanks, Famitsu!] The official Japanese website announced that the remade Yu-Gi-Oh Ultimate Offering card will be included in the upcoming May 2023 issue of V Jump. Fans who purchase it will receive the updated card to use in their decks. The original version of Ultimate Offering is called "Chi no Daishou" in Japanese ("Blood Price" or "Compensation of Blood"). It's classified as "Forbidden" (banned) in the Official Card Game and the Advanced version, but can be included Traditional decks. Notably, the international version of the Yu-Gi-Oh Ultimate Offering card received different art to remove visual suggestions of bleeding. [gallery columns="2" size="medium" ids="954295,954296" link="file"] The remade version of Ultimate Offering was renamed to "Chiniku no Daishou" ("Blood and Flesh Price" or "Compensation of Blood and Flesh"), and features updated art as well. As an international version of the card has yet to be announced, it is unknown if the art will be changed again. [gallery columns="1" size="medium" ids="954297" link="file"] The effects of the remade Yu-Gi-Oh Ultimate Offering card were also changed compared to the original version. The original version of the card allows players to pay 500 Life Points to conduct a Normal Summon during their Main Phase, or their opponent's Battle Phase. The remade card adds a changing price and context to the effects. During the Main Phase, players can pay 1000 Life Points to conduct up to 3 Normal Summons during their turn. They can also pay 500 Life Points to Normal Summon once during their opponent's Battle Phase. The updated Ultimate Offering card will be released in Japan alongside the May 2023 issue of V Jump on March 21, 2023. The post Remake of Yu-Gi-Oh Ultimate Offering Card Will Appear in V Jump appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:00 PM
Cover will release a new art book of the Hololive Vtubers. It will be available for purchase as part of the Hololive Super Expo 2023, with sales being open from March 4-15, 2023. Interested parties have the option of pre-ordering via the holocart application and then picking it up at the booth. Because there are limited supplies, everything is on a first-come-first-serve basis. As for the art book, it features all of the talents to date at Hololive. However, it likely will not include art of those who have "graduated," such as Kiryu Coco or Rushia. Hoshino Sora, who is the original Vtuber at Hololive, is on the cover, and she features prominently in the sample pages as well. There is also a page showing members of the first generation, such as Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei. The official merchandise that you will be able to pick up from the Hololive Super Expo 2023, including the art book, are:
There are also some goods you can get for Hololive Alternative. These includes the Dawn Blue and story time Blu-Rays. [gallery columns="5" ids="954264,954265,954266,954267,954268" link="file"] It is unclear when the new Hololive art book will be available for purchase after the Expo, or if it is exclusive to Expo goers. For now, you will be able to pre-order it if you have a ticket for the Expo and then pick it up from the site at the designated time. The post New Hololive Art Book Will Be at Hololive Super Expo 2023 appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:30 PM
A new line of Sword Art Online merchandise involves a series of acrylic stands featuring Asuna cosplaying as a police officer, a doctor, a teacher, and a pastry chef. The new collection is called "Asuna's Work Experience," and it is available now for pre-order from the Chara-Ani online store. Pre-orders end after March 15, 2023. Each acrylic stand costs 2,530 JPY (roughly $18 USD), and it is scheduled to release sometime in mid-May 2023. [Thanks, Dengeki!] This new line of SAO merchandise features exclusive newly drawn illustrations of Asuna cosplaying in four different work uniforms. You can check out the new art, along with the acrylic stands in more detail below: [gallery columns="4" ids="954417,954418,954419,954420" link="file"] Each acrylic stand is roughly 9 inches/23 centimeters tall, including the base of the stand, and approximately 3 inches/7 centimeters wide. In other Sword Art Online news related to Asuna, Genco announced in January 2023 a new massive $1,000 figure of Asuna. It depicts her in her "Stacia, Goddess of Creation" form, as she appears in the anime adaptation of the Sword Art Online Alicization arc. The Sword Art Online "Asuna's Work Experience" line of merchandise is available to pre-order from the Chara-Ani online store. Pre-orders end after March 15, 2023. People can watch the anime on Crunchyroll, and Yen Press handles the light novels and manga. The post Asuna is Working Hard in New Sword Art Online Merchandise appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:00 PM
Odin Sphere and 13 Sentinels developer Vanillaware celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2022, but this year will see the launches of a commemorative Vanillaware art book and merchandise. Pre-orders for the celebratory goods are now open, via the Japanese online retailer Ebten. [Thanks, Famitsu!] The main item in the 20th Anniversary celebration is the Vanillaware Official Art Book -Assortment of VANILLA-. The book can be pre-ordered on this page, with an expected release date of June 30, 2023. The book will cost 13,200 Yen (about $96 USD). Pre-orders on Ebten will include several additional items, including a B3-sized wall scroll, a tote bag featuring Vanilla Boy, the studio mascot, key chains featuring the logos used by the studio, and a laser-engraved "3D crystal" that shows Vanilla boy. No previews of the included material in the Vanillaware art book are available on the store page at the moment. Besides the Vanillaware art book, dozens more items are available as part of Ebten's Vanillaware 20th Anniversary offering. One set includes framed reproductions of key illustrations from various Vanillaware titles. The illustrations on offer include the designs used as box art for games like Muramasa: The Demon Blade, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Dragon's Crown, Odin Sphere, GrimGrimoire, Grand Knights History, and Princess Crown, which technically predates the Vanillware name. Even Vanillaware's lesser-known DS-based life sim, Kumatanchi, has a print up for order. 13 Sentinels character designer Yukiko Hirai also created a special 20th anniversary picture for the occasion. [gallery columns="1" size="medium" ids="954326" link="file"] Each framed print costs 33,000 Yen (about $240 USD), and is expected to ship by August 2023. Other items include tote bags, acrylic standees, soundtracks, and other goods based on Vanillaware games. The main selection is listed on this page, but here's a gallery of some of the more notable items. [gallery size="medium" ids="954327,954328,954329,954330,954331,954332" link="file"] The Vanillaware art book and other 20th anniversary goods are available via retailer Ebten. The studio's games are available on various platforms. The newest game, GrimGrimoire OnceMore, arrives on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 on April 4, 2023. A playable demo is available now. The post Vanillaware Art Book and Merchandise Sold for 20th Anniversary appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:30 PM
On March 9, 2023, Tokorozawa Sakura Town and Narita Anime Deck will sell Miku Day merchandise to commemorate the virtual diva. March 9th is usually Miku Day, since you can read three (for March) and nine to sound like "Miku." For those who are unable to make it on the date, re-releases will appear from April 10, 2034 to May 14, 2023. [Thanks, Dengeki Online!] Artists who have drawn illustrations for the Miku merchandise are Nardack, jimmy, MACCO, and Najo. Here is the full list of items you can purchase for Miku Day 2023, as well as their prices:
[gallery columns="6" link="file" ids="954281,954276,954277,954282,954283,954284,954278,954279,954280,954274,954273,954275"] The battledore paddle uses Nardack's art of Miku, which shows her in traditional Japanese clothing and holding a paper umbrella. Battledore and shuttlecock (hanetsuki) is traditionally a Japanese New Year's game. In addition, the paddle is made-to-order, with pre-orders open from March 9 to May 14, 2023. The Miku Day 2023 merchandise will be available at Tokorozawa Sakura Town and Narita Anime Deck on March 9, 2023. You will be able to order them afterward via CharaAni from April 10, 2023 to May 14, 2023. As a reminder as well, the Hatsune Miku Expo 2023 VR concert Kickstarter is open and will end on April 5, 2023. The post Miku Day 2023 Goods Include Geta and Happi appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:00 PM
Now that the Fire Emblem Engage update added an Ancient Well, players have a chance of getting food weapons. These are pieces of equipment that look like various things you can eat, like desserts. They also can be consumed in battle to restore health, though you lose the item in the process. In total, eight types can be acquired from trading in used ones at the well. All of the Fire Emblem Engage food weapons have a D-level proficiency requirement. This means practically anyone can use them, so long as they are capable of equipping the weapon. Note that if refined, they turn into standard iron weapons.
Here's a closer look at each one. [gallery columns="2" size="full" ids="954394,954395,954396,954397,954398,954399,954400,954401" link="file"] Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch. The post Here's List of Fire Emblem Engage Food Weapons from the Ancient Well appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:57 PM  Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse is now officially out in the West for the first time and so you might have been wondering how the PC port is. Koei Tecmo has a bit of a history with low effort PC ports and this one isn't all that different. The last Fatal Frame game dropped on PC with zero mouse support, only for it to be patched in after customers rightly complained. This game, on the other hand, has launched with mouse support baked in. Unfortunately, it appears that this mouse support emulates a joystick or has severe deadzone issues (maybe both?), so don't expect a perfectly smooth experience. Wo Long has obviously had an extremely negative response to its mouse support and this is honestly quite similar. That being said, Wo Long allows us to use a mouse on the menus, while Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse sadly does not. The framerate runs uncapped, at least, although I'm not sure how legitimate this is. Certain animations are locked at 30 fps, ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:54 PM  Fire Emblem Engage has received a bevy of DLC in its post-launch roadmap. This includes four waves of DLC, one of which is a new story. Waves 1-3 of the DLC bring various items to the game, and more importantly, new Emblems for you to use in combat. Emblems Chrom & Robin, who are from Fire Emblem Awakening on the 3DS, came as a single package in Wave 3 of the DLC. Here's our guide on the best units to use Emblem Chrom & Robin with in Fire Emblem Engage. Best units to use Emblem Chrom & Robin with in Fire Emblem Engage Mage Knights Mage Knights are units in Fire Emblem Engage who can use both swords and tomes. This is why they're pretty good to p[air with Chrom/Robin. Specializing in the weapons you receive from using these Emblems is a leg up in comparison to other units, because not many specialize in Magic and Physical Attack. Fogado/Bow users While other bow users could deserve a slot here, we think Fogado suits Emblem Chrom & Robin the best. This is due to the... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:42 PM  With the end of the playtest and the wide success of Dark and Darker, the team at Ironmace opened itself up to answer some of the more pressing questions. The Tarkov-like, hand-to-hand combat style of the game took the internet by storm as people hacked and slashed their way through ghouls, ghosts, and each other. One question on everyone's lips was the possibility of monetization in Dark and Darker. Read to see what the future holds for the team. Monetization in Dark and Darker came up repeatedly throughout the interview. Many questions tried to get more information about just how much there will be and its effect. Very little information was given as to what it will look like as "it has not yet been fully decided." The case for monetization in Dark and Darker is heavily debated in Discord, causing rifts between players. When asked to justify the decision, Ironmace replied: "Game sales alone can't cover the cost of running servers on an ongoing basis. We need to gene... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:07 PM  The latest update for the troubled PC version of Team Ninja's Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty just dropped this morning. This update, dubbed ver. 1.03, addresses an issue that numerous PC players have shared grievances about ever since the game's release. Specifically, it adjusts the mouse camera controls so that Wo Long players can use them much more reliably than they could before. Considering the sheer number of players that reported this issue just in the Steam user reviews alone, this undoubtedly comes as a much-needed change. Although this arguably constitutes the update's most significant change, it includes plenty of more fixes where that came from. It's not just mouse controls, of course. Another noteworthy change "[makes] it possible for guest players in Recruit (online multiplayer) sessions to skip cutscenes and leave the session after boss battles." On top of that, the update patches out a number of crashes and white flickers that players could... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, March 8, 2023 4:50 PM  Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania DLC released to critical acclaim, with many praising its nostalgic throwbacks, fun new weapons, and challenging bosses. The DLC is currently available for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, but, as of yet, not on mobile platforms. Will Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania DLC be available on mobile? Is Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania DLC coming to mobile? While nothing has been announced so far with regards to the Return to Castlevania DLC being added to the mobile version of the game, it's very likely that it will be added in the near future, given that the game's other four DLC packs, Rise of the Giant, The Bad Seed, Fatal Falls, and The Queen and the Sea, have all made their way to mobile. Screenshot by PC Invasion In terms of release date, we can only speculate at this point using the most recent DLC packs as a template. Fatal Falls was released for PC in January 2021 and then for mobile in September 2021, eight months later. The ... |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:00 PM Starfinder fans can expect a major expansion to the popular science fantasy roleplaying game later this year. Paizo Inc., the publisher behind Starfinder, has announced the release of a new hardback book, Starfinder Enhanced, which promises to bring even more options and gameplay mechanics to the already rich and diverse game. The 192-page book, set … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 6:00 PM Fans of the Warhammer universe are eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming six-episode Blacktalon animation series, and now they can get their first taste of what's to come with a special teaser released by the franchise. The teaser introduces viewers to Neave Blacktalon, one of Sigmar's fiercest and most dedicated hunters. As a legendary … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 5:00 PM Summoner Wars Second Edition introduces two new factions, the High Elves and Swamp Orcs, set to arrive in May 2023. The popular strategy game has been expanded to include these new factions, which will offer players fresh gameplay options and exciting new characters. The High Elves, a society steeped in ancient lore and divinity, will … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:30 PM Minka Lesk, the plucky heroine from the Warhammer 40,000 universe, is making her way from the pages of Black Library novels to the tabletops of gamers with a new miniature model. The model, created by Games Workshop, features Minka in all her glory, armed with either a lasgun or bolt pistol and power sword, and … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:00 PM Funko Games has announced the launch of a brand new slate of Disney board games, set to arrive in spring 2023. The highly anticipated family games will include Disney Animated, Disney Villains Sinister Spoons, Disney and Pixar's Cars Launch 'N' Race, Pop! Puzzles and more. The Disney Animated game will allow players to work together … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:30 PM Storytellers Forge Studios has announced that it will be launching a crowdfunding campaign for their upcoming TTRPG project, The Black Ballad. The Backerkit for the campaign went live yesterday on March 7th, 2023, and fans are already eagerly backing the project, and it has already surpassed its $65.000 goal. The Black Ballad is a 10-chapter … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:34 PM Portal Games has announced the release of two exciting expansions for their popular Eleven Football Manager board game. The Solo and Stadium expansions will be hitting retail shelves on March 22nd, 2023. The Solo expansion is perfect for those who love to play Eleven solo, with 14 unique scenarios that make up an engaging campaign. … |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:00 PM The Time's Come for Michael to pay for all his past sins. Michael is one of the most important protagonists in GTA 5. If it weren't for the Michael made back in North Yankton, the trio would not encounter Dave Norton and Steve Haines – two characters that the trio will have to work for […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:11 PM This month will see the release of Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a lot of fans are excited for the franchise to finally come full circle by bringing all the past stories into the modern era of games. Thanks to ElAnalistaDeBits (via GamingBolt), we have a new look at the gameplay for the remake, and […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:00 PM We may not be getting the next Elder Scrolls game anytime soon, but studio Bethesda is currently hard at work with their new title Starfield which is likely to take the usual Bethesda RPG format and bring it to a sci-fi world. Just, we have the official announcement for a launch date, plus a special […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:00 PM The Stardew Valley 1.5 update came to the mobile port earlier this year. Mobile users can now finally set foot on Ginger Island, an isolated land far from the civilized Pelican Town. Acquiring Golden Walnuts while meeting the island's inhabitants is how you will get introduced to the features of this secluded paradise. Golden Walnuts […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:45 PM Avalanche Software had brought to life a stunning representation of Hogwarts Castle, and while it doesn't really follow the films, the developers have said that they were aiming for a melding of the books and the movies with their game. One hidden location is the prefect's bathroom, and we have a video showcasing just how […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Wednesday, March 8, 2023 1:00 PM The achievement "Perfectionist" is one of the tricky accomplishments in the game. This particular one is part of the Snezhnaya Does Not Believe in Tears: Series I category. You must flawlessly complete all of Tsarevich's commissions to unlock this achievement. Tsarevich is a merchant from Snezhnaya who is doing business all over the seven nations. […] |
WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:22 PM The 90s and early 2000s saw the rise of Impressions Games thanks to their various city-builders like Caeser and Zeus. But the most famous of them came in 1999 when they launched Pharaoh, a city builder set in Egypt where you had to build expansive cities and construct vast monuments because what every desert needs is a big triangle. The game often makes it onto lists of the best city builders and many have tried to replicate it. Now, developer Triskell and publisher Dotemu are here with a remake that aims to bring the charm and fun of Pharaoh to a new generation. Let's go and raid the t |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:47 PM A new release date trailer was also released. The post Sword Art Online: Last Recollection Launches October 6 Worldwide appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:14 PM Players will be able to try out the game's early chapters The post Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon Gets New Demo appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:53 PM The update adds Discord support, voice chat, Variable refresh rate for 1440p, new accessibility features, and more The post PlayStation 5 System Software Update Now Available, Adds Discord Voice Support and More appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, March 8, 2023 2:06 PM A Starfield Direct was announced and is set for June 11. The post Starfield Delayed to September 6, Starfield Direct Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
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