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Kotaku Monday, April 17, 2023 9:45 AM
    

Welcome to Exp. Share, Kotaku's weekly Pokémon column in which we dive deep to explore notable characters, urban legends, communities, and just plain weird quirks from throughout the Pokémon franchise. This week, we're looking at how Spinda, an unassuming critter from Generation III, went from a novelty to an apparent…

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:54 AM
     New Valheim difficulty modes incoming, including

We've finally got a look at the Valheim difficulty options thanks to Viking co-op survival game studio Iron Gate, as developer Jonathan Smårs has shown off an in-progress look at all the choices you can make, including some in-depth sliders and toggles to really refine your experience.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:48 AM
     Dark and Darker classes guide

Dark and Darker classes, as with a lot of fantasy RPGs and MMORPGS, are crucial to your gameplay, and choosing the right one - or the wrong one - will determine your experience, so you always want to make sure you're familiar with your options before delving into the action.

Given that Dark and Darker is a multiplayer game, it's even more important that you choose the right class - not just for you own gameplay, but for your team's balance. After all, you don't want a party of three clerics. As of playtest five, there are seven Dark and Darker classes, with an eighth - The Warlock - coming soon. Since we know what each of them offers, you can start to plan which class you might want to main when the Dark and Darker release date finally comes around.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:58 AM
     Best Warzone 2 guns for season 3

Looking for the best Warzone 2 guns? If you're trying to increase your odds of winning the game, customising a loadout, and focusing on the current meta guns is the way to go. While you could rely entirely on floor loot and drops from enemies, you will have an easier time taking down rival players using weapons you've had the chance to practice with.

The best gun in Warzone 2 is the ISO Hemlock. With a decent fire rate, little to no recoil, and a high damage output, there really isn't a better weapon to take into Al Mazrah right now than the ISO Hemlock. With over 50 different weapons to pick from, we're going to highlight what makes the best guns in Warzone 2 stand out from the rest of the competition. Here are the best Warzone 2 guns, including an optimised loadout for most weapons and some advice on how to use them in the free PC game.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:30 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy Twitch drops

Looking for Hogwarts Legacy Twitch drops? These viewer rewards give you the chance to bag some exclusive customisation items for your player character in the wizard game. As with any Twitch drops, all you have to do to be rewarded is watch streams, so it couldn't be easier to claim these in-game goodies.

As we touched upon in our Hogwarts Legacy review, the RPG game's clothing items can be pretty drab, so any excuse to increase your Hogwarts Legacy wardrobe collection and transmog options is a welcome one - especially when that includes pointy Dragon-Eyes spectacles and the exclusive Merlin's cloak. Here's everything you need to know about Hogwarts Legacy Twitch Drops.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:18 AM
     Genshin Impact Nahida rerun sales starting out slower than her launch

The Genshin Impact Nahida and Nilou banners in version 3.6 have started out quite a bit slower than when the Archon first joined the anime game, according to sales estimates. These same estimates show that Nahida's launch banner still holds the record for day-one sales by a decent margin, but that's not to say that her current rerun isn't doing well relative to other banners on the list.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:20 AM
     The best FPS games on PC 2023

What are the best FPS games on PC? From the classic physics chaos of Half-Life 2 to Halo Infinite's beautifully rendered worlds, these are the finest FPS games. For more than two decades, FPS games have been the driving force of the PC games industry. They've let us travel from the depths of Hell in Doom to the outer reaches of space in Titanfall 2. Others have taken us on a detour through the likes of Half-Life 2's zombie-infested Ravenholm, while some have embraced futuristic cities.

Some of these games are old, others are new, and all are great. Wolfenstein 2's amazing campaign; Rainbow Six Siege's tight tactical multiplayer; Overwatch 2 and its vast array of amazing heroes. No matter what sort of virtual gunplay you're after, the following titles will satisfy your itchy trigger finger. So crack those knuckles, and get ready to make every shot count. These aren't only just the best FPS games, some of these entries are included in our best PC games too.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:42 AM
     Dead Space Master Override doors, locations, and rewards

If you've been exploring the Ishimura for any length of time, you'll know that the Dead Space Master Override is required to access certain locked doors or containers that you can't ordinarily access with regular security clearance levels. It takes a bit of backtracking to reap the benefits of it, but if you're wondering if it's worth the effort, the answer is a resounding yes.

The Dead Space Master Override is the highest Dead Space security clearance level on the Ishimura; as a result, these locked areas contain schematics for some of the best Dead Space weapon upgrades, along with the Dead Space power nodes to actually use them. You can also find valuable items to exchange in the store for credits, which you can put towards purchasing Dead Space suit upgrades. Here's how to get the Dead Space Master Override, find all of the door locations, and obtain all the rewards in one of the best PC games this year.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:51 AM
     Dead Space suit upgrades explained

The best Dead Space suit upgrades appear as elusive schematics scattered across the Ishimura, and taking the time to track them down can be the difference between life and death – or worse, a full inventory. Resource Integration Gear, otherwise known as RIGs, are specialised suits designed to assist the wearer in a number of ways. RIGs come with built-in health management and navigational systems as standard, but that's only scratching the surface of what benefits they provide.

Isaac begins his ill-fated tour of the Ishimura while wearing his default suit, the appropriately named Standard Engineer RIG, but it doesn't offer much in the way of protection against necromorphs. In order to survive, you must keep an eye out for Dead Space suit upgrades. Each one grants additional armour and inventory space, both of which will serve you well in what's shaping up to be one of the best PC games of 2023.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:24 AM
     The best platform games on PC 2023

Looking for a list of the best platform games on PC? Back in the '90s and early '00s, there were countless platformers for console gamers, while the PC had a reputation as a sort of wasteland for this one particular genre. Thankfully, this stigma has lessened since the days of Commander Keen, and we owe that in large part to the explosion of indies that have flooded onto digital platforms over the past decade, meaning our fair platform is now bursting at the seams with solid platform games.

The best platform games have garnered a reputation as requiring mechanical mastery and sublime timing to get into, but developers continue to push the genre forward by introducing gameplay elements from puzzle games and metroidvanias. Platforming can also be a staple mechanic in some of the best story games, as demonstrated in releases like Celeste and Ori and the Blind Forest. Here are the best platform games you can play on your PC right now, which can also extend to the best indie games around.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:32 AM
     Dead Space security clearance levels and how to open locked doors

Dead Space security clearance levels are one of the major changes that Motive has made in the horror remake. While the original iteration of Isaac Clarke's time aboard the Ishimura was a linear progression from beginning to end, returning players may be surprised to find that Isaac can now backtrack to previous areas via the tram system.

The Dead Space security clearance levels allow you to enter previously inaccessible parts of the ship once you've sufficiently upgraded your Rig's authorisation. These security doors are entirely optional, but they contain valuable loot that can help you save up for expensive items located in the Store, such as the best Dead Space suit upgrades or even Dead Space Power Nodes that you can then put towards unlocking the best Dead Space weapon upgrades. If you want to see everything one of the best PC games of 2023 has to offer, the Dead Space security clearance levels are essential.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:47 AM
     Dead Space Marker Fragment locations – how to get the secret ending

After all of the Dead Space Marker Fragment locations? One of the best additions to the Dead Space Remake is the new game plus mode, which allows you to take on the army of Necromorphs once more with all of your gear intact. Playing through the story again also gives you a chance to unlock the secret ending to Dead Space, but you'll need to collect a few things first.

When you begin a new game plus playthrough of Dead Space Remake, there are 12 new collectibles added to the Ishimura for you to hunt down. These are Dead Space Marker Fragments - something that didn't exist in the original game, nor in a regular playthrough of the remake. They're in place during a new game plus run to expand on the lore, and enable you to unlock the secret ending, should you manage to find them all. If our Dead Space Remake review is anything to go by, this should be one of the best PC games this year, fully warranting multiple playthroughs to get that secret ending.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:29 AM
     The best rhythm games on PC 2023

Looking for the best rhythm games on PC? There are few things in life better than music, so obviously there are even fewer things in life better than music and rhythm games. Music evokes more emotional responses than any other and usually does so within a few short minutes. Games can make us feel things over time, but music is often much more immediate. With that in mind, we've put together a list of the best rhythm games around, that are guaranteed to stay with you long after the last note plays.

From 2D indie games with a solid beat to lightsaber-wielding VR games, our list of the best rhythm games spans all genres. Some can teach your how to play a particular instrument, while others allow you to repurpose your own music library. We should also mention that Tetris Effect was considered for the list but arguably doesn't make rhythm its focus, so it misses out. In any case, you really should play Tetris Effect. Seriously.


PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:49 AM
     Call of Duty may have a rival in XDefiant, as FPS game beta hits big

It's been a difficult journey for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, and its accompanying battle royale shooter Warzone 2. While the now renamed Warzone Caldera set the benchmark for competitive FPS games, changes to MW2 relating to time-to-kill (TTK), movement, UI, and loadouts have drawn increasing criticism. Now, XDefiant, the new Ubisoft FPS game which combines characters from Rainbow Six, The Division, Ghost Recon, and Splinter Cell, is claiming a big Twitch viewership amid talk of an extended beta, with many of its mechanics seemingly designed to win over disillusioned CoD fans.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:47 AM
     Genshin Impact codes April 2023 – redeem free primogems

Looking for Genshin Impact codes? Gathering currency in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind - while you can earn Mora and Primogems by completing quests such as daily commissions, an injection of extra funds will always be gratefully received. Fortunately, developer Mihoyo occasionally sends out free gifts in the form of a Genshin redeem code. Most codes also only work for a limited time - so it's a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible in case you miss out. Codes can only be redeemed once per account.

Genshin Impact codes are released periodically, frequently appearing in Hoyoverse's special programs that reveal information about future updates coming to the free PC game soon, but also to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact events.  Here are all the current Genshin Impact codes for April 2023, and how to redeem them.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:12 AM
     The best games like Sims 4

Looking for the best games like Sims? If you're fed up with setting your Sims on fire, watching them struggle to control their own bladder, or seeing them wash their dinner plate in the bathroom sink, then these games are very similar to The Sims, but offer a nice alternative to EA's Truman Show simulator.

You may be able to download The Sims 4 for free these days, but sometimes it's fun to try something different. From farming, building, and property management, these are the best games like The Sims on PC to tide you over until the Sims 5 release date or a Project Rene beta rolls around.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:08 AM
     The best Star Wars games on PC 2023

Looking for the best Star Wars games? There's a wide range of different games to choose from, and the quality varies wildly. It's safe to say that Star Wars has produced the most, and perhaps, the highest quality of licensed games, but which is the best? We collate the best Star Wars games from the new to the old so you know what to play when you have a hankering for some space adventures.

From the deep, philosophical wrangling of Knights of the Old Republic to the breathless adrenaline rush of podracing in Episode I: Racer, we've managed to whittle down the huge amount of Star Wars games to bring you the best of the best. Even a half-witted, scruffy-looking nerf herder can appreciate that these are some of the best PC games ever made.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:20 AM
     The best MMORPG and top MMOs you should play 2023

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

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

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 11:08 AM
     Overwatch 2 Lifeweaver abilities guide

Struggling to get to grips with Overwatch 2 Lifeweaver abilities? Sporting a complex kit geared towards utility, Lifeweaver has the potential to completely change the way that you approach the battlefield, blending healing with control abilities that can help or hinder enemies and allies alike.

Lifeweaver makes his debut as part of Overwatch 2 season 4, and is available to unlock as part of the battle pass for the season's duration. Like Kiriko and Ramattra before him, the sheer versatility of his kit blurs the lines between the core Overwatch 2 roles. Lifeweaver promotes kindness and inclusivity, but he's certainly no wilting flower in Overwatch 2, so here's some useful tips on how to maximise his abilities.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:41 AM
     Destiny 2 King's Fall loot table weapons, god rolls, and armor

Looking for the Destiny 2 King's Fall loot table? Bungie is known for rewarding its games' most strenuous activities with top-tier gear; you can pick up some of the game's best weapons and neat-looking armour pieces, and now that Bungie has introduced a Master version of King's Fall, players can also earn Adept versions of the same weapons.

A raid is a challenging endeavour in Destiny 2, they require a lot of patience and coordination, so if you're like most players in the free PC game, you'll want to know if it's worth it for you at your skill level and Power level. Before you get started, check out our Destiny 2 King's Fall raid guide, and the King's Fall weapons, which give you everything you need to know to make it through the raid.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:56 AM
     Destiny 2 King's Fall raid guide – How to beat all areas and Oryx

Looking for the Destiny 2 King's Fall raid guide? The goal here is to defeat Oryx, The Taken King, and while you may consider yourself an expert if you beat the original, this newest iteration has some revamped mechanics and changes that will throw off even the most experienced of players.

Tackling a raid is usually the most difficult thing you can do in an MMO game - it requires mechanical skill, in-depth knowledge, and good team communication. The free PC game has released many quality raids over the years, and Destiny 2 King's Fall is no exception. Here's how to beat it.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:26 AM
     Destiny 2 Strand subclass guide, how to unlock, and upgrade

Get ready to master the Destiny 2 Strand subclass. It's been a while since Guardians have gotten their hands on a new set of abilities, so prepare to be bombarded with time and space now that Strand has been unleashed on the Destiny 2 community.

Bungie enticed fans with a first look at the Destiny 2 Strand subclass when it teased Destiny 2 Lightfall. The new Darkness power joins the ranks of Arc, Solar, Void, and Stasis, giving players even more diversity in how they set up their favourite Destiny 2 classes. While the Lightfall preview gave us a first look at the new subclass, more details arose in the following weeks. Here's everything you need to know about Destiny 2's Strand subclass, including how to unlock it in the free PC game.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:37 AM
     Cities Skylines 2 release date window, trailers, gameplay, and news

What is the Cities Skylines 2 release date? A sequel to the beloved city-builder was announced in March 2023 at Paradox Interactive's announcement show, much to the delight of fans of the original which has just had its eight-year anniversary.

During the Paradox announcement show, Colossal Order CEO Mariina Hallikainen took the time to celebrate the anniversary of Cities Skylines, as well as the 5.5 million new players that the city-building game has picked up in the past year. This is everything we know about the Cities Skylines 2 release date, gameplay, trailers, and more.


PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:42 AM
     Free MMOs: RPGs and other massively multiplayer greats

Struggling to find the best free MMOs to suit your gaming taste? There's been an explosion of free-to-play options in recent years, especially in the massively multiplayer online space. From sprawling warzones to story-driven RPGs, there's something for everyone out there.

Even if your bank account is best friends with the number zero, our list of the best free MMOs currently available on PC promises endless hours of gameplay at absolutely no cost. So without further ado, let's take a look at some of the best free PC games that are available to play without breaking the bank.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:08 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy clock tower puzzle solution

By solving the Hogwarts Legacy clock tower puzzle, you can gain access to four small rooms, each connected to the main clock tower room. These rooms contain chests full of goodies - and solving the puzzle's solution itself is its own reward.

Four doors stand between you and this hidden Hogwarts Legacy loot, each covered by a grate - so no spell or potion is going to get you access. Well, actually, you do need some Hogwarts Legacy spells to solve this puzzle, but you won't be targeting the doors in this Hogwarts Legacy mystery. Heck, you don't even need to use Alohomora to unlock any Hogwarts Legacy doors to get to the loot inside. Here's what you need to know about solving the clock tower puzzle.

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PCGamesN Monday, April 17, 2023 10:02 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy door puzzles and how to solve them

Want to know how to solve the Hogwarts Legacy door puzzles? As Hogwarts' newest fifth-year student, you've got a lot of work to catch up on. Not only will you need to learn as much as you can to pass your OWLs, but there's also the pesky matter of a brewing goblin uprising that needs to be dealt with.

Once you've been assigned to your house using the Hogwarts Legacy sorting hat, you can explore the castle in the RPG game. There are plenty of door puzzles to solve in Hogwarts Legacy, a series of tests designed to evaluate your arithmancy skills. Arithmancy teaches wizards and wizards how to assign numbers to words in order to predict the future. Fortunately, these puzzles are simple enough that you won't need to break out a calculator any time soon. Behind Hogwarts Legacy door puzzles are usually collection chests, but how do you open them?

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 11:35 AM
    

When I think of quintessentially British games, a few highlights come to mind. Fable's fairytale world of stocky goblins and poverty-stricken orphans with Victorian-era voices is definitely very British, as is Banjo-Kazooie's dry wit and sarcasm. A decent bucket of contenders, but the crown has to go to the Greggs Simulator, a free shop sim that tasks you with managing a Greggs pasty shop that's a staple of every UK high street.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 10:27 AM
    

Wonky launch woes aside, The Last Of Us Part 1's PC release is a net positive. A new audience can now experience one of PlayStation's best exclusives, but even better, modders can get their hands on Joel and Ellie's trek, rejigging a familiar story in new ways. There aren't too many exciting ones available to download just yet, but one "in-progress" mod reimagines the game in first-person, and it's stunning.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 10:22 AM
    

When The Witcher Remake devs Fool's Theory and 11 bit studios announced their new RPG The Thaumaturge at the very end of February, I'll admit that the premise didn't immediately grab me. The announcement trailer was little more than an enigmatic pan through the streets of historic Warsaw, and its climactic reveal of a shadowy man performing some Naruto finger magic to conjure a Soulsian monster from the gloom made it seem like yet another supernatural yarn in the vein of Frogwares' The Sinking City and Cyanide's Call Of Cthulhu. The gameplay trailer (embedded below) that followed a few days later revealed a teeny glimmer of what its monster fights actually look like in the flesh, but I still wasn't quite convinced this supernatural tale of demon tamers and interdimensional rifts would end up doing enough to make it stand out.

But actually clapping eyes on it in person at GDC? The Thaumaturge had my full attention. Set in Warsaw in 1905 - a period where Poland didn't exist on any real-life map due to it being under occupation by Russia, Germany and Austria at the time - this dark fantasy RPG sees its titular paranormal 'miracle worker' delve deep into the city's political tensions, conducting isometric detective investigations that pull from Fool's Theory's support work on Larian's Divinity: Original Sin games, while also engaging in striking turn-based battles to root out the corruption plaguing its citizens. Plus, with its hard lean into Slavic, rather than Lovecraftian, folklore for its ungodly ghoulies, The Thaumaturge has shot right to the top of my 'keep an eye on this maybe surprise hit' list.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 9:21 AM
    

Fans have likely spent endless seasons in the comfort of Stardew Valley, and now the chill life sim is getting even bigger. Stardew Valley's creator Eric Barone (otherwise known as ConcernedApe) is "taking a break" from working on his highly-anticipated Haunted Chocolatier. Barone will instead work on Stardew Valley's upcoming 1.6 update, which focuses on improvements for modders, alongside some new content as well.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 9:04 AM
    

For hardware that's all about searing speed, advances in SSD tech can be a Beckettian waiting game. Microsoft's DirectStorage has only so far only found support in the ho-hum Forspoken, and PCIe 5.0 SSDs still aren't widely available despite the first compatible CPUs and motherboards launching in 2021.

However, the latter are coming soon, and I've been testing out an engineering sample of the Crucial T700 to see how PCIe 5.0 – also known as PCIe Gen5 – drives could perform in an honest-to-goodness gaming PC. The short version: with maximum read and write speeds that tower over the current generation's best SSDs, albeit with less impact on game load times than such explosive pace would suggest.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, April 17, 2023 7:39 AM
    

Publisher Nexon have filed a lawsuit against Ironmace Games, the developers behind the multiplayer looter Dark And Darker, accusing the studio and two individual developers of copyright infringement. The two Korean companies recently went public with their dispute, but now their beef has extended to the US legal system where Nexon is demanding a trial by jury.

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Twinfinite Monday, April 17, 2023 10:55 AM
     XDefiant could be a threat to Call of Duty's FPS dominance.

Twinfinite Monday, April 17, 2023 7:15 AM
     Stardew Valley modding is about to get even "more powerful".

Siliconera Monday, April 17, 2023 11:30 AM
    

Suletta Mercury barrette Gundam Witch From Mercury header

If the Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury Miorine cosplay tights from Cospa wasn't really your thing, Premium Bandai announced a barrette like the one Suletta has. This hair barrette is available via the retailer and will cost 2,530 JPY. That would be around $18.90. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

In the show, it's very hard to actually see Suletta's barrette. This is because she only uses it when she is in her pilot suit, and she usually has her helmet on. The design of the barrette is fairly plain. It's white with the Mercury symbols on each end.

Here is a closer look at how the accessory looks in real life.
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Premium Bandai's Japanese store does not offer international shipping. Actually, if you're not in Japan, you can't even access the online storefront. So international customers who want the barrette that Suletta wears in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury will need to rely on proxy services.

The Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury Suletta Mercury barrette is available for pre-order via Premium Bandai until May 7, 2023. It'll ship out in June 2023. You can watch Mobile Suit Gundam: The WItch From Mercury on Crunchyroll.

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Siliconera Monday, April 17, 2023 11:00 AM
    

404 game reset demo

A demo for Yoko Taro's 404 GAME RE:SET is now available on mobile devices in Japan ahead of its April 25, 2023 release date. It is not on the North American app store. Yoko Taro also added that there will be characters from Bandai Namco, Taito, Capcom, and SNK in this game.

According to Yoko Taro's announcement, he didn't expect much when he asked about the collaboration characters in the game, but the various producers did their best to get permission. Since this is Yoko Taro, this might be an exaggeration of actual events. But even so, there must have been quite a bit of paperwork in the back to get all these different characters from different studios in 404 GAME RE:SET.

The demo, 404 GAME RE:SET ProloguE, will tell the story from the viewpoint of a certain researcher. The events of this demo will take place prior to the actual game. For reference, 404 GAME RE:SET is set in a dystopian world that Sega has taken over. Along with famous games throughout history (who look like pretty anime girls), you must kill Sega and save the world.

Classic games that Sega already confirmed will be obtainable characters include Space Harrier, Pongo, Crazy Taxi, and Virtua Racing. Plenty of established voice actors will be in it as well. For example, Yumiri Hanamori (Nemo in Fate/Grand Order, Yanfei in Genshin Impact) will be Space Harrier. Meanwhile, Mariya Ise (Killua in Hunter x Hunter 2011, Ray in The Promised Neverland) will be Crazy Taxi.

404 GAME RE:SET will come out on iOS and Android devices in Japan and its release date is April 25, 2023. The demo for the game, which serves as a prologue, is now available.

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Siliconera Monday, April 17, 2023 10:30 AM
    

Pokemon Masters Uniqlo UT

Uniqlo has announced an upcoming collaboration between it and Pokemon Masters EX. You'll be able to wear clothes of your favorite Pokemon character and let the world know that you're a Pokemon Master. You'll be able to start purchasing them from mid-June 2023.

While the shirts are not actually available yet, we already know the designs and prices for the tees. In total, there'll be four different designs for the adult-sized tees, and five for the kids'. Uniqlo will stick to the classics for the Pokemon Masters EX collaboration. Characters who appear include Red (who was the protagonist in the Generation I games), Pikachu, and Eevee.

You can check out the Pokemon Masters EX Uniqlo shirts here:

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As of the time of writing, you can still buy graphic tees of The Super Mario Bros Movie, Attack on Titan, and Splatoon 3. These are on top of existing designs featuring Sanrio or Peanuts. You can buy these shirts in physical locations or online.

Pokemon Masters EX is a mobile game that will let you team up with characters from the mainline game series in 3-on-3 battles. Gym leaders, champions, and protagonists from every Generation show up, along with their signature teams. The game is available on mobile devices and is free-to-play with micro-transactions.

The Pokemon Master EX shirts will appear in Uniqlo stores worldwide from mid-June 2023.

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Siliconera Monday, April 17, 2023 10:00 AM
    

Genshin Impact Xiao Birthday Celebrated with Almond Tofu Video

HoYoVerse shares a series of Liyue Cuisine Collection videos showing Genshin Impact recipes being made in real life, and the April 17, 2023 video falling on the birthday of Xiao features his favorite meal. It shows how Almond Tofu looks in the real world. As this is his favorite dish, the animation accompanying the cooking video also stars the adeptus.

The Genshin Impact Almond Tofu video features Smiley Yanxiao and Xiao initially. Then, it starts looking at actual food preparation. Things begin with dried osmanthus. Then, it also shows how rock sugar is used in the Almond Tofu recipe. Honey is added after both of those ingredients to create the osmanthus syrup for the dish. (An alternate method of making it is also shown.) From there, tricolor dough wrappers are rolled and made, then combined with lotus paste. That's chilled. Almonds are boiled and peeled after that. That essentially is ground and becomes almond dew. Starch is added to that. Beetroot juice, spinach juice, and glutinous rice flour are involved after that. It also goes into the creation of lotus flower crisps.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qezFgPWWpg&ab_channel=GenshinImpact
As a reminder, making actual Almond Tofu is much easier in Genshin Impact, as it only involves an almond, one sugar, and three milks. People get that recipe at Wangshu Inn's kitchen. It increases the party's attack for a limited time.

As is common with character birthdays in Genshin Impact, HoYoVerse shared pictures of Xiao on social media for the event.

HoYoVerse also announced a Birthday Wishes Event for Xiao until April 19, 2023. 20 winners will get a set of three pins of Aether, Lumine, and Paimon. People who leave a comment on HoYoLab are entered to win.

Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices.

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Siliconera Monday, April 17, 2023 9:25 AM
    

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet New DLC Pokemon Art Teased

Back when the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC expansion was announced, it also revealed a new Pokemon named Terapagos. It would be one of the new focus characters in The Indigo Disk. Now the official Twitter account for the series shared art of a turtle-like Pokemon that resembles Terapagos.

This marks the second appearance of this new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC Pokemon. It first appeared in the new anime series Pokemon Horizons. The image there was a bit more vague, due to the fact that it was surrounded in light during its debut. This official art is more distinct and offers a better idea of its design. It also confirms a connection to Terapagos, the already-revealed new character.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available for the Nintendo Switch, and the DLC rollout will begin in Fall 2023 with The Teal Mask. The Indigo Disk add-on currently has a Winter 2023 release window. There are no exact release dates for either yet. The Pokemon Horizons anime is now running in Japan.

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