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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 7:05 PM
    

The Last Of Us—a zombie apocalypse game, you might have heard of it—was finally released on PC this week. That's good news for anyone who hasn't managed to play it over its past three releases on various PlayStation consoles, but the bad news is that, at launch at least, the game isn't at its best.

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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:30 PM
    

As we grow closer to the finish line in the months-long struggle for Microsoft to buy Activision Blizzard, things are getting tense. Governments are getting involved, weird promises are being made and the people at the centre of it all—like Activision CEO Bobby Kotick—sound like they're starting to feel the strain.

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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:00 PM
    

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom may go on to be one of the biggest games of the year, but that hasn't saved it from lingering fan doubt. The stakes are high: not only is the open-world adventure a sequel to one of the best games of all time, it's also releasing for what's seen as increasingly dated hardware. Every time…

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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:35 PM
    

Diablo's lore isn't necessarily the popular action-RPG series' main appeal. When you're in the thick of it, hecticly chasing endless streams of glorious loot, it's very easy to forget the details of where you're fighting or who even lives in this world. Even so, Diablo IV's developers think it has an interesting story…

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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:15 PM
    

Resident Evil 4 combines two of my least favorite things in the world: shooting and horror. But with the remake out, and nearly twenty years passing since my initial adverse reaction to it (you can't expect an elementary schooler to adequately handle their character being axed in the head), I thought I was ready to…

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Kotaku Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:07 PM
    

Tuesday, Nintendo showcased a 10-minute look at the hotly anticipated sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. While most fans went wild over the new handyman crafting abilities Link sports in Tears of the Kingdom, a subset of fans have been salivating at the opportunity to pummel both minor enemies and…

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PCGamesN Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:32 PM
     I'm certainly not a Diablo 4 Necromancer main, and here's why

The sun rises over Lorath's cabin, located at the top of an ice-capped mountain, serenaded by a howling blizzard. He tells me that I've ingested the blood of Lilith, Diablo 4's prime antagonist, and that we now share an eerie connection that could send me spiralling into madness. As dawn breaks, we emerge into the sunrise with our eyes set on Kyovashad, the RPG game's central hub. Some deer and their fawns scatter down the stony path as we go. They reappear later on, now dismembered in front of a horde of Fallen, their limbs leaking their lifeblood onto nature's fluffy white carpet. All is as it should be in Sanctuary; evil taints even the most innocent beauty.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 release date, Diablo 4 system requirements, Diablo 4 classes

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:50 PM
    

Released earlier today, The Last Of Us: Part 1's long-awaited PC port is being torn apart in Steam reviews. It currently sits at a "Mostly Negative" rating after nearly 3000 reviews, with players reporting regular crashes and plentiful performance issues.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:29 PM
    

After a year or so spent fighting down the long Epic Games Store corridor in a single continuous take, kung fu brawler Sifu has finally reached Steam. It also comes bearing a fourth and free expansion which adds an Arenas mode.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:09 PM
    

Balsa Model Flight Simulator launched into Steam Early Access last year, to positive reviews and few sales. It is, like its developer's previous game Kerbal Space Program, about building a machine designed to fly, crashing it back to earth, then constructing something better.

Now its developer has announced they're doing something similar with the game itself. Balsa Model Flight Sim will relaunch later this year with a new name, Kitbash Model Club, a more ambitious physics construction sandbox, and a plan to release as a complete game rather than into early access. Existing owners of Balsa Model Flight Simulator will get Kitbash Model Club for free.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:38 PM
    

Company Of Heroes 3 had rough beach landing, garnering mostly positive reviews from critics (like us) and mixed-to-negative reviews from players on Steam. Today's release of its first major update, titled Operation Sapphire Jackal, may help address that disparity given that it promises to fix "hundreds" of bugs in the base game. On the other hand, it also adds cosmetics - both those that can be unlocked for free and via spending real money.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:19 PM
    

Whoa, these Amazon Spring Sale deals keep rolling in. This one is a cracker though - you can now pick up a 28-inch 4K monitor for just £181, a great choice for anyone that plays slower-paced PC or console games, or wants a high-quality 4K monitor for content creation and consumption. This Lenovo IPS monitor normally costs £260, so to get it for nearly £80 less is quite a scoop.

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Twinfinite Tuesday, March 28, 2023 10:22 PM
     Start saving your Apex coins because there's plenty to come.

Twinfinite Tuesday, March 28, 2023 9:25 PM
     Is it time for Overwatch 2 to go Super Saiyan?

Siliconera Tuesday, March 28, 2023 11:00 PM
    

Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel shut down

Konami announced that Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel will shut down on September 4, 2023. The announcement came through the official Japanese Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel Twitter account. Additionally, Konami revealed that they will make adjustments to login bonuses and other gifts so that people can continue to enjoy the game until end of service. All sales of Crystals, a premium currency in the game, ceased after the announcement.

Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel launched on September 6, 2022 for iOS and Android devices. By the time the game shuts down, it will have been less than a year since its release. The official Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel cited "various circumstances" for ending service for the game, but no further details were given.

You can check out the announcement in Japanese in the tweet below.

https://twitter.com/YuGiOh_CD_PR/status/1640627407051960320

Before service for the game ends, a new event, cards, and raid will be implemented. A single event based on Yu-Gi-Oh SEVENS will release on April 4, 2023, and it includes new cards. Meanwhile, a new raid event with even more cards will be added on April 13, 2023.

Konami will be releasing more information about the termination of service for the game through the official website and the Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel app.

Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel wil shut down in September 4, 2023. The game originally launched on September 6, 2022 for iOS and Android devices.

The post Yu-Gi-Oh Cross Duel Will Shut Down on September 2023 appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, March 28, 2023 10:00 PM
    

Dead or Alive Xtreme Venus Vacation Marie Rose

Koei Tecmo revealed some information about Marie Rose's new content and swimsuit in Dead or Alive Xtreme: Venus Vacation. Producer Yasunori Sakuda and Character Designer Fubuki talked to Famitsu about the recent True Colors update for the game, Marie's upcoming new content, and the reason to pick her as the second character for True Colors. Fubuki, who designed Marie for Dead or Alive 5, also also designed her new Twinkle Rose swimsuit. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

Until recently, characters only received exclusive swimsuits when first introduced and recolors for character birthday events. Players expressed the desire for new content for a variety of characters and to see them interact between them. The True Colors update came as a response to the feedback, and it introduces new swimsuits and new voiced episodes for select characters.

Misaki was the first character to receive True Colors content. Since she was designed as the face of Dead or Alive Xtreme: Venus Vacation, she was chosen as the first one to receive new content. However, Sakuda revealed that they had the concept for Marie Rose's True Colors content before they even came up with the update.

Mai Aizawa, the voice actor for Marie Rose, mentioned that the character has a different type of appeal in the DOA series compared to DOA XVV. After hearing this, the development team wanted to portray Marie more accurately to her more mysterious "gothic lolita" style from the mainline series.

Her new Twinkle Rose swimsuit was intended to reflect that characterization, and fubuki had her "Wicked Lil' Servant" title in mind when designing it. The new swimsuit combines the style of her gothic lolita clothes and her battle outfit, both from the Dead or Alive games.

In other DOA XVV news, new character Yukino recently joined the Japanese version of the game. She is a high schooler with a "gyaru" style.

Dead or Alive Xtreme: Venus Vacation is available on Windows PC. The new True Color content and swimsuit for Marie Rose will appear in DOA XVV on March 29, 2023.

The post DOA XVV Adds a New Swimsuit and Content for Marie Rose appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:00 PM
    

Fire Emblem Engage Gregory

Nintendo recently introduced Gregory, who is a member of the Four Winds in the upcoming Fell Xenologue DLC for Fire Emblem Engage and an alternate world counterpart to Griss from the Four Wolves. Gregory's personality seems to be the complete opposite of Griss. However, his starting class is still Sage. In addition to using tomes to deliver devastating attacks, he can also use staves to cast useful support magic.

https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1640609745265627136

While Griss was an extremely violent and masochistic person in the original story of Fire Emblem Engage, Gregory has a distaste and sensitivity for physical pain that is higher than most people's. Alear, Nel, Nil, and Zelestia encounter Gregory hiding while he is scouting the terrain. Thinking that it might be an enemy, the group readies themselves for a fight, which leads to Gregory identifying himself and begging not to be hurt, claiming that he's "not good with pain."

https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1640609467376041986

Same as with Zelestia and Zephia's voice actor, Kenjiro Tsuda reprises his role as Gregory in the Japanese dub of Fire Emblem Engage after having voiced Griss in the main story of the game.

Fire Emblem Engage is available for the Nintendo Switch, and the Fell Xenologue DLC releases as part of Wave 4 of the Expansion Pass on April 5, 2023.

The post Gregory Doesn't Like Pain in the Fire Emblem Engage Fell Xenologue DLC appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:00 PM
    

FFVII Digital Card Collection

Square Enix announced the release of Final Fantasy VII Anniversary Art Museum Digital Card Plus, a physical and digital trading card collection with characters, scenes, and artwork of FFVII. The collection is made out of 207 cards. Each pack contains 6 cards and one collectible NFT card. Each pack costs 440 JPY (roughly $3 USD), and the release date for the collection is stated as late March 2023. A box of 20 physical card packs is available for pre-order from the North American and European Square Enix online stores, from roughly $79.80USD/79.99Euro.

The 207 cards in the FFVII Anniversary Art Museum Digital Card Plus collection are divided between 102 normal cards, with another 102 being premium foil versions of the same cards. 3 cards from each normal and premium cards have also been described as "another normal" cards. In addition, the collection includes 3 secret cards. Each FFVII card pack includes an exchange ticket for an NFT.

You can take a look at some of the cards included in the collection in the gallery below.

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Current Square Enix president, Yosuke Matsuda, was one of the people responsible for the current company's push of NFT and blockchain-related projects. However, it was recently announced that he will be replaced in June 2023.

The Final Fantasy VII Anniversary Art Museum Digital Card Plus collection is coming out in late March 2023. Each pack costs 440 JPY (~$3 USD,) and it includes 6 physical cards and a collectible NFT card.

The post Square Enix Announces FFVII Digital Card Collection with NFTs appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Tuesday, March 28, 2023 4:00 PM
    

Undertale Human Nendoroid pre-orders open

A Nendoroid based on the Human from Undertale is now available to pre-order on the Good Smile Company official site. The figure had previously appeared at the WonHobby 36 event along with another one based on Toriel. The Human Nendoroid will cost ¥6,100 from the Japanese site or $42.99 from the US online store. It's scheduled to release in August 2023 in Japan. It will appear in the US in Q4 2023.

This Nendoroid will come with an expressionless face as the only face plate available. However, it will feature a SOUL item, a hand to connect with the future Toriel Nendoroid, and a Flowey miniature figurine. Regarding the latter, in the images you can see that it will be available with two face variants.

Check out a preview of what Undertale's Human Nendoroid and its accessories will look like below.

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With this reveal, there are now four Nendoroid figures available based on Undertale, counting the previously released Sans, Papyrus and Undyne ones. Likewise, Good Smile Company recently revealed a new Nendoroid based on Ralsei from Deltarune, another Toby Fox game.

Undertale's Human Nendoroid will start shipping in Japan in August 2023. It will ship in the US in Q4 2023. Pre-orders will be open until May 11, 2023. As for the Toriel figure, it has not yet been specified when it will be released. Undertale is currently available on Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

The post Undertale Human Nendoroid Includes Flowey as an Accessory appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:32 PM
     Ffxiv Hatching Tide 2023 Guide And Rewards IconThe FFXIV equivalent of Easter is back in season from March 27 to April 10, and this time with some shake-ups to the ongoing event story. Hatching-tide 2023 introduces not one, but two new creatures of the game into the mix- the well-utilized Sylph beastmen from early A Realm Reborn and select sidequests, and the transformed Lalafell from the past known as Tonberry, featured in two dungeons of A Realm Reborn. All of this, along with a new costume and emote, and there is much to gain from this year's Hatching-tide. Here's a Hatching-tide 2023 guide and rewards. Hatching-tide 2023 starting quest and location The character you're playing must have completed the Main Scenario Quest 'It's Probably Pirates'. From there, 'Get Along and Play Knife' is picked up from Jihl Aliapoh in Old Gridania (10.2, 9.4) on the stage of Mih Khetto's Amphitheatre. Screenshot by PC Invasion After the cutscene, speak to Hamlyn next to her to be glamoured int...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6:02 PM
     Resident Evil 4 Remake Savage MuttOne of the many requests given to Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil 4 remake involves taking down a mangy dog. These requests can earn you some serious Spinels, so you shouldn't ignore them. During the village section of the game, you're asked to find this mutt at the Village Chief Manor. But tracking this beast down can be a little tricky. If you're confused about how to complete the Savage Mutt request, keep on reading this guide to Resident Evil 4 remake. Note: For more information, check out our Resident Evil 4 remake guides and features hub. How to find the Savage Mutt in Resident Evil 4 remake If you look on your map, you'll notice that the mutt is located in the Village Chief Manor with an icon indicator. But when you walk inside, you won't see it anywhere. This may make this request confusing, seeing as you also may occasionally hear it growl. To continue the request, now that you have Ashley with you, enter the attic from the bedroom. This was ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, March 28, 2023 5:23 PM
     Tekken 8 Trailer Jun Kazama Stage Hand BackgroundThe big day for longtime Tekken fans has finally come. Earlier today, Bandai Namco uploaded the long-awaited character trailer for Jun Kazama in Tekken 8. Initially teased during the second official Tekken 8 trailer, Jun Kazama returns here for her first canonical appearance since Tekken 2. She made her last playable appearance in Tekken Tag Tournament 2, but her reappearance here means players may get to officially learn what happened to her while she was presumed dead for so long. Unlike the other character trailers, Jun's trailer begins with a shot of a brand-new stage. This area takes place in an idyllic forest that features vibrant foliage, large shallow ponds, and beams of sunlight shining through the trees. A small bird lands on Jun's hand before flying away, cueing the usual trailer introduction with the enthusiastic announcer and electronic soundtrack. In the middle of the trailer, Jun and Kazuya stand face-to-face, with Kazuya stating that she has remained...