Kotaku Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:22 AM  Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC is out this week, and with it comes the revelation that protagonist Aloy is queer. And not only that, it finally gives the hero, who famously has a tendency to try to take on too much alone, the option to enter a romantic relationship for the first time in the series. |
Kotaku Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:50 AM  Earlier this week, Colombia's Ministry of the Interior tweeted, "I hope Luigi is gay" in response to a tweet that appeared to claim Mario was heterosexual. The tweet was deleted, but screenshots resurfaced some time after—with many criticizing the use of a gay slur. Whoever runs the government department's social… |
Kotaku Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:15 AM  Wandering merchants, shopkeepers, and dudes sitting on blankets are some of the most colorful NPCs you'll meet in any video game. It's always a joy stumbling into a new town or village on your journey and seeing which spots are peddling wares for coin or trade. And what makes a quality in-game merchant isn't too… |
Kotaku Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:00 AM  Erryn Rhoden is an ordinary person who works at her family's roofing company in Columbus, Ohio. She's also the top-ranked player in her semifinal bracket for the Candy Crush Saga All Stars Tournament, the biggest Candy Crush tournament in history, which she entered by accident. That makes her one of the most… |
Kotaku Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:50 AM  The Super Mario series has come a long way since Mario first rescued Peach from Bowser's clutches on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Mario has cleaned up an island with a sentient hose, launched himself through the stars alongside Rosalina, and possessed innocent bystanders with the help of a living hat. Let's look… |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:39 AM  We're patiently waiting to hear more about the Asus ROG Ally, but early leaks provide some insight regarding its innards. Pre-launch spec lists for the handheld gaming PC suggest it'll come armed with an AMD Ryzen 'Z1 Extreme' APU, and it could run rings around Valve's Steam Deck Van Gogh chip. Continue reading Asus ROG Ally leak points towards AMD 'Z1 Extreme' APU MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Asus ROG Swift PG27UQ review, Asus ROG Strix X470-I Gaming review, Best gaming motherboard |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:46 AM  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. Continue reading The best FPS games on PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Titanfall 2 class guide, Titanfall 2 PC port review, Titanfall 2 campaign review |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:01 AM  The first Victoria 3 DLC, Voice of the People, is announced for a May release date alongside a trailer showing off what we can expect from the upcoming expansion pack for the 19th-century grand strategy game. Developer Paradox Interactive teases "over 60 new historical agitators" coming as part of the immersion pack, along with a comprehensive overhaul for the nation of France that brings all manner of new mechanics and decisions based on its history. Continue reading Victoria 3 DLC Voice of the People promises political crises in May MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Victoria 3 review, Victoria 3 beginner's guide, The best strategy games on PC |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:20 AM  Want to know more about the Warzone 2 map? The newest DZ for the battle royale game is Al Mazrah. Set in the fictional country of the Republic of Adal, Al Mazrah's metropolitan area plays a massive role in Warzone 2, setting the stage for you and your squad to dominate the competition. The developers want to unify the Call of Duty experience in Al Mazrah. This means any story beats and engine upgrades in Modern Warfare 2 also apply to the battle royale game. Huge upgrades have been made to vehicles, the AI, and water in Warzone 2, with all of these affecting how the free PC game plays out. Continue reading Warzone 2 map – Every point of interest in Al Mazrah MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:57 AM  I'm currently down in London for the Acer Global Press Conference, getting hands-on with the company's latest bits of technology. Amidst the refreshed and newly launched gaming laptops, the Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition stood amongst its peers for all the right reasons. In fact, I'd go as far to say that it's the most excited I've been to use a portable PC since the Steam Deck. Continue reading The 3D screen on this Acer Predator gaming laptop left me stunned MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best gaming monitor |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:13 AM  The home to Half-Life mods and fan creations, as well as custom servers and homebrew games based around Counter-Strike, Portal, Left 4 Dead, and other Valve works, Garry's Mod is considering banning servers and players that celebrate Nazi ideals. Part FPS game, part builder, Garry's Mod is host to many online roleplay communities. But eponymous creator Garry Newman says there is a problem, as "lurking in some of these games are a bunch of guys that really seem to love the Nazis," and he issues a poll asking fans if these kinds of players should be banned outright. Continue reading Garry's Mod considering bans for "Nazis" MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best PC FPS games, Best PC building games, Best old games and PC classics |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:13 AM  Looking for the best Warzone 2 shotgun? The short-range weapons might not immediately spring to mind when you think about the sprawling Al Mazrah and its high, long-distance vantage points. Still, you may be surprised about just how well it might serve you. After all, the map is dense with buildings, and you're likely to run into an opponent tucked into the corner of a room eventually. You will also certainly get more up close and personal once the storm circles close in. The best shotgun in Warzone 2 is the KV Broadside. With an exceptional rate of fire, this shotgun can decimate foes at close range in the battle royale game. However, we'd certainly recommend running Overkill so you can accompany your shotgun with one of the best Warzone 2 guns - ideally one with a bit more range. Continue reading Best Warzone 2 shotgun in Season 2 Reloaded MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:48 AM  Are you looking for the best RPG games on PC? The diversity of this beloved genre is hard to express. You can have everything from interplanetary exploration, lightsaber duels, and bloodthirsty vampires to irradiated mutants who need to be beaten with golf clubs, lizards who can talk to cats, and a whole lot of dice rolling if that's your jam. The scale and scope of RPG games are like never before, with tech finally catching up to developers' ambitions, enabling vast, open worlds previously unseen. As a result, some of these adventures are among the best PC games ever made. So, dear traveller, gather your party and head out. We're about to bear witness to the best RPGs available on PC. Continue reading Best RPG games on PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The Witcher 3 mods, The Witcher 4 news, Witcher 3 system requirements |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:49 AM  Dead Island 2 Skopes serve as the gruesome zombie game's virtual assistants. They're typically found in the homes of Hell-A's rich and famous, so it's no surprise that you find them pretty early on in your journey. However, odds are that you've attempted to activate one, only to be met with an error: server offline. You'd be forgiven for assuming the Dead Island 2 Skope server offline error relates to Dead Island 2's online connectivity, but it's actually the first clue to solving a specific side-quest in the RPG game. Here's everything you need to know about Dead Island 2 Skopes, including how to fix the server offline error and what they actually provide. Continue reading Dead Island 2 Skopes – server offline fix MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:29 AM  After a list of the best submarine games on PC? Submarine simulator games were reasonably popular back in the '90s, but if you're looking for new submarine games then your options are a lot more limited. If you're willing to go through all the hassle of making some of those '90s classics like Silent Hunter, Silent Service, and Aces of the Deep run on a modern PC then power to you. However, if you're looking for some more modern PC games with submarines then this list boasts plenty of solid sub battlers. Submarine games come in a few different shapes and forms, with some aiming to replicate the minutiae of everyday operations on a military vessel, while others focus on stalking battleships and landing the perfect torpedo strike. Submarine games are about much more than sinking other ships though, incorporating crew management, strategic use of resources, navigation skills, and good positioning if you and your crew want to return safely home. Join us as we lay out our list of some of the best submarine games to play on PC right now, from free PC games, and multiplayer titans to early access FTL-likes. Continue reading The best submarine games on PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: World War 2 games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:28 AM  Which are the best war games on PC? It's a tricky question to answer since war is sort of the default here in the world of PC gaming. It never changes, whether you're re-fighting WW2 or blowing planes out of the sky in Battlefield. We've chosen some highlights from quality war games on PC for your perusal, from calmer free-to-play options to serious strategy games that cover some of history's most serious conflicts. This is a living list where we try to keep things fresh by rotating games in and out, so make sure you check back regularly. The free PC games are up top by default, so if you're looking for something to play with zero financial commitment, that's where to look. Check out our sister website Wargamer for plenty more dedicated coverage of the world of war games. Continue reading The best war games on PC MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Play Enlisted for free, The best free PC games , The best WW2 PC games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:27 AM  Want to know the best WW2 games on PC? The most devastating conflict in our species' history of fighting over land and ideologies has been distilled into heroic charges, tense dogfights, epic digital wars, and savage battles many times over. The greatest generation deserves only the greatest games, and we've compiled a list of the top World War II games to play right now. Whether you're looking for the grittiness of a beach landing, the strategy of battle planning, the thrill of an aerial dogfight, or intense camaraderie experienced by a band of brothers, there's bound to be World War 2 games that have something to offer you. So from massive, free-to-play vehicular battlefields to complex war games, you're bound to find something below to keep you duking it out for countless hours in our round-up of the finest WWII games on PC. A lot of these offerings are also free PC games, so you've not got much to lose by giving them a try. Continue reading The best WW2 games on PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best free Steam games, Tank games, Best WW2 games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:12 AM  20/04/2023 @ 15:09 - A spokesperson for Activision Blizzard has provided PCGamesN with a response to Glaxigrav's comments. In the wake of World of Warcraft Dragonflight, one of the MMORPG's game producers claims that the WoW team could be making better content if Blizzard deals with its internal staff "crisis." Continue reading WoW producer blames Blizzard for "losing amazing talent" MORE FROM PCGAMESN: WoW Dragonflight tier list, The best WoW addons, WoW Dragonflight review |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:57 AM  What are the new Midnight Sun codes? The anime-inspired Roblox game tasks you with either being a demon slayer or becoming a demon, and while you can earn everything you need for your journey through hard work and your precious time, it's always good to know if there are any Demon Slayer Midnight Sun codes to help you along the way. Born into a clan and sent off into the wild world of Demon Slayer, you must prove yourself against evil, or succumb to it and become the scourge that stalks the landscape. There is also a large PvP element to the Roblox game, and with such endeavours, it always helps to grab every advantage you can if you plan on dominating the opposition. With that, are there Demon Slayer Midnight Sun codes available to help you in the action-adventure game? Continue reading Midnight Sun codes April 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:48 AM  Jumping into Minecraft Legends multiplayer with your friends only to find you're on opposite teams can be a bit of a gut-punch, unless you have a particularly vindictive streak in your soul. Thankfully, a Minecraft Legends update is on the way allowing you to squad up with friends before joining PvP matchmaking, meaning you'll be able to guarantee that you and your most trusted Minecraft pals can stomp over anyone who stands before you in the blocky strategy game. Continue reading Minecraft Legends will no longer push friends apart in PvP MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft Legends release date, Minecraft Legends system requirements, Minecraft Legends Steam Deck |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:03 AM  Picking up the best Steam Deck accessories is a great way to help Valve's handheld gaming PC shine. From microSD cards that will expand your on-the-go Steam library to docks that'll provide the mini rig with Switch-inspired docking station capabilities, there are plenty of ways to protect your Deck and add additional functionality. Continue reading Best Steam Deck accessories 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:28 AM  As Lost Ark year two continues to ramp up, developer Smilegate and publisher Amazon Games lay out their 2023 plans as they aim to cut back on endgame and daily grinds to introduce more new content faster without player burnout. The Diablo-style MMORPG had a successful first year following its worldwide launch, albeit one marred by a wealth of bots and server troubles, but Amazon says it has big plans to improve the game for both hardcore players and complete newcomers. Continue reading Lost Ark is cutting back grind to add new stuff "as fast as we can" MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPG – top MMOs you should play, Lost Ark class tier list, All Lost Ark Mokoko Seeds locations |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 8:03 AM  What are the best zombie games on PC? You can hardly take a step on Steam without these clutching at your ankle, so it's a valid question. Popular culture's fascination with the undead has given us many gifts - and many memes - so you must get your bearings and know where to find the best zombie games out there on PC. Luckily, our list of dead-good hits has everything a zombie enthusiast could ask for, ranging from free PC games, to co-op games like DayZ that are more Lovecraftian period pieces. If you like, you can take a shambling detour through tower defense games and post-apocalypse parkour. Come with us now to find the ones worth playing right now as we wade through the hordes of shambling corpses. Continue reading The best zombie games on PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Does DayZ have crossplay?, DayZ system requirements, DayZ base building tips |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:53 AM  Looking for Warzone 2 Twitch drops? If you're looking to snag some free cosmetics or even some double-XP tokens, there are a few better ways than simply watching the best of the best play the game. The first Call of Duty Warzone 2 Twitch drop ended on November 5, but here are some of the rewards you can expect from future Twitch drops. Twitch drops are an easy way to get free stuff in the battle royale game by watching streamers play the free PC game on Twitch, including weapon blueprints, stickers, emblems, charms, double weapon XP, and more. Continue reading How to get Warzone 2 Twitch drops MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:35 AM  The Assassin's Creed Mirage release date may indeed be as mysterious as the assassins themselves. We know that Mirage is an homage to the original Assassin's Creed games, bringing back the stealth-focused gameplay in a densely populated Middle-Eastern city. While it's still an action-adventure game with a strong narrative focus, long-time Assassin's Creed players will be reminded of Ezio's adventures rather than Eivor's. Assassin's Creed Mirage, which was announced in September 2022, is part of Ubisoft's larger Assassin's Creed series. Following the release of Valhalla back in 2020, it's the thirteenth major instalment. Like other AC games, Mirage is all about fascinating historical settings, intriguing characters, and sneakiness - something that will hopefully place Mirage among the best PC games when it eventually releases. Whether you're a veteran assassin or new to stealth games, here's everything we know about Assassin's Creed Mirage. Continue reading Assassin's Creed Mirage release date speculation, news, and gameplay MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Best stealth games, Best sandbox games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:12 AM  Need to know how to change quests in Dead Island 2? Switching quests and tracking the right one is essential if you pick up a side quest by mistake. We know from previous Dead Island games that there are always desperate NPCs coming to you with their - understandable - problems in the new, zombie-plagued existence. Dead Island 2, being faithful to the original despite the change in developer, is no different. When you're busy exploring HELL-A in Dead Island 2, you'll come across some colourful characters all wanting your help in one way or another - though, being LA, these differ some from previous Dead Island games, with social media influencers and pants-less party animals among the Californian NPCs. If you accidentally take on a six-wave zombie-slaying side quest and need to return to your main quest before you can tackle it, like we did for our Dead Island 2 review, you'll need to retrigger the original quest or you won't be able to progress through the zombie game. That said, here's how to switch quests in Dead Island 2. Continue reading How to change quests in Dead Island 2 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:05 AM  If you want to try Redfall, the upcoming vampire game built by Dishonored and Prey dev Arkane, and published by Bethesda, you won't need to completely break the (blood) bank. A subtle little Steam sale means you can pick up the multiplayer horror at a decent discount, way ahead of the Redfall release date. I've made one pun already. Let's see if I can get through the rest of this article without any others. Continue reading Get Redfall on sale, but only if you act fast MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Redfall release date, Redfall gameplay preview, The best vampire games on PC |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:57 AM  As we approach the Honkai Star Rail release date, HoYoverse has devised a brilliant way to keep avid fans of the anime game series on their toes - Honkai Star Rail characters will now call you. Yes, seriously. Continue reading Your cutest Honkai Star Rail crush will phone you up, IRL MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Upcoming PC Games, Honkai Star Rail release date, Best space games |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:45 AM  Looking for a Genshin Impact tier list? There are currently 66 Genshin Impact characters available, so there's no shortage of candidates for your dream team. But with so many different weapons, elementals, talents, ascension bonuses, and constellation upgrades, finding your favourites can be challenging. Don't let the placement of the characters on our Genshin Impact tier list deter you from pulling on the next character banner. While base stats and elemental abilities are important, the value of a character also depends on personal playstyle, available weapons and artifacts, and team composition. That being said, if your favourite Genshin Impact character is in C tier or below, you may struggle to get past some of the more challenging Spiral Abyss floors. Don't worry too much if your favourite Genshin Impact character is on one of the lower tiers; you can still make it work with our recommended Genshin Impact builds. Being on a lower tier in the free PC game means that there are better alternatives, or the character needs a very specific build or team to shine. Continue reading Genshin Impact tier list April 2023: the best characters in 3.6 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:49 AM  Looking for the best Warzone 2 settings? You're in the right place. Configuring your settings not only changes how the game looks but more importantly, it can improve how it performs. A higher performance level in a match could give you the advantage over an enemy who's struggling with a low FPS count or one that has a low FOV. Of course, it's worth checking if your PC can actually run the battle royale game by quickly scanning the Warzone 2 system requirements. As long as you're hitting the minimum requirements, your Warzone 2 settings can be tweaked so you get the absolute best performance possible out of the free PC game. Continue reading Best Warzone 2 settings for PC FPS, graphics, and performance MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:28 AM  If modern gaming has given us anything that's good, it's the surge of recent catventures. Last year's Stray meowed its way into every cat lover's heart, Little Kitty, Big City is taking things a chaotic step further later this year, and A Space For The Unbound had an abundance of cats just lying about. Just last night, we received a release date for Mineko's Night Market, a slice-of-life adventure that's set on a Japanese island bursting with kittens, cats, cat gods, and other furry feline variations. Alice0 first wrote about Mineko's Night Market six years ago, and it'll finally open its doors on September 26th. Slowly blink at the newest trailer below: |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:00 AM  Over the last few weeks we at the RPS Electronic Wireless Show podcast have noticed a slight resurgence in a trend we thought was basically over. That's right: video game tie-ins to films! There used to be loads of them, and now there aren't. Except there are again, culminating in Renfield (of all movies) having a Vampire Survivorslike you can actually buy on actual Steam. What's going on? Is this marking the start of something new? What are some of our favourite game tie ins? Plus we put the boot in on a couple of Tweets about the Mario movie, because why not, frankly. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:19 AM  Freshly announced puzzle game Crime O'Clock will be putting you in the shoes of a time-travelling detective when it comes out on June 30th, its release date seemingly perfectly timed (sorry) to coincide with Capcom's object-hopping time puzzle detective game, Ghost Trick. In all seriousness, though, Crime O'Clock looks to be its own distinctive beast (and not just because you seem to play as a rabbit). It has shades of Where's Wally? (or Waldo, Wanda, Willy, Valli, and my favourite, Ali for international readers) as you're given densely illustrated maps to navigate, and pick out key details in order to stitch together clues to solve cases. It could be very cool if all the right cogs click together. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:25 AM  Spooky supernatural sequel Oxenfree 2: Lost Signals is launching on July 12th, developer Night School have announced. Just like the first Oxenfree, there'll be plenty of flexible walking and talking where you'll be able to interrupt conversations at any time, or just stay silent throughout, which would be creepily on-brand for a series about ghostly rifts and unsettling radio frequencies. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 8:00 AM  A lot of RPGs with stats and dialogue options don't actually give you options. Sometimes you're presented with a skill check and if one of your stats isn't an arbitrary number like, I dunno, seven, then whoever it is you spoke with (a king, a bard, an elf) might shutter their mouths forever. Betrayal At Club Low is a CRPG that we're playing for our Game Club this month, and which understands the unpredictability of a face-to-face wobble of the lips, and how befriending or swindling or aggravating someone is determined by so much more than a single seven. And when all seems lost, how visiting a puddle can turn your entire evening around. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:26 AM  Developer The Game Kitchen first stealth-announced the sequel to their hard as nails Metroid-like Blasphemous back in 2021 to coincide with a free update for the original game. Now, though, after a long wait, we have the first proper trailer for Blasphemous 2 showing off tons of platforming action, unholy Catholic iconography, and other such sinful stuff. Take a look below, if you dare. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:25 AM  Dishonored was Arkane's breakout hit, the assassination sandbox that elevated the studio to the top table of immersive sim makers. Its success validated Bethesda's decision to buy Arkane a couple of years earlier, and left the publisher with a promising new series. But despite critical acclaim, Dishonored 2 failed to bring the series to a wider audience. And after 2017's standalone expansion, Death Of The Outsider, Bethesda decided to put the series on pause in favour of a shorter, more experimental project - according to Arkane founder Raphaël Colantonio, who spoke to me in an interview about their cancelled project The Crossing. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, April 20, 2023 5:41 AM  After a slight delay, the cel-shaded platformer Bomb Rush Cyberfunk finally has a release date: August 18th. It's been a long wait for Cyberfunk after it was first announced in 2020, and to make the wait even more excruciating, the game is a spiritual successor to the dormant Jet Set Radio series. As such, you'll be skating, dancing, and graffitiing across a colourful 3D city with a style to die for. |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:30 AM Think you can take on the toughest Kemonos from Wild Hearts? |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:00 AM Time to race on tracks from Disney movies! |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:00 AM Taking the Overworld to the next level. |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:30 AM It's never just a video game. It is a culture! |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:30 AM Get serious and play a Disney princess instead of a Toad's princess. |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:00 AM Just think of how many new Angry Birds games we're gonna get... |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:00 AM Aloy and Seyka sitting in a tree. |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 8:05 AM Not for the faint-hearted! |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 5:50 AM Shocking. |
Twinfinite Thursday, April 20, 2023 5:45 AM DMZ bundles were balanced – but players want them gone. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:30 AM
Koei Tecmo announced people can now pre-order Atelier Marie Remake on the PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC. There is an in-game item incentive accompanying these. People get a Useful Items Set for buying it ahead of launch. In addition, new screenshots, a video clip, and character art appeared. The company also confirmed that people who get the Digital Deluxe Edition that includes the Atelier Marie Plus copy will be able to play that original version via the remake's main menu. First, here's the new Atelier Marie Remake art. It features Marie shopping with fellow student Kreis Kuhl. She seems excited to go through things, but he's a bit more exasperated.
As for the new screenshots, they're designed to show how the flow of the game goes. Marie may find herself needing to complete goals for people or to progress as an alchemist. She'll then head to different locations to gather materials. That also means perhaps fighting battles against monsters with allies like Enderk Yard and Natalie Kohdelia.
Finally, here's the video clip.
Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg will come to the PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC on July 12, 2023, and people can pre-order it now. Atelier Marie Plus will be available the same day for people who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition. The post Atelier Marie Remake Pre-orders Open, Art Shared appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:00 AM
Those looking to prepare for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's release on May 12, 2023 might be wondering if they can use their amiibo collection to get some in-game bonuses. Or alternatively, whether it's worth picking up the new Link amiibo. Well, the good news is that Nintendo confirmed that there will be rewards for using amiibos in Tears of the Kingdom. The bad news is that details are thin on the ground at the moment. What Nintendo confirmed is that the new Link amiibo will grant weapons, materials and a new glider skin. Several other The Legend of Zelda amiibo will also unlock glider skins, including Zelda and Loftwing (Skyward Sword), Link (Majora's Mask), and Link [Rider] (Breath of the Wild). The official website also listed bonuses for the amiibos of Link (Ocarina of Time), Link (The Legend of Zelda), Link (Twilight Princess), Toon Link and Zelda (Wind Waker), Link (Skyward Sword) and Bokoblin (Breath of the Wild). While the site states that each amiibo will grant "helpful materials, weapons or paraglider fabrics," it does not specify which amiibo will grant which bonus. If it works like Breath of the Wild, rewards could be somewhat random. You can get a look at some of the glider skins and which amiibo unlock them, below: [gallery link="file" columns="4" ids="960039,960040,960041,960042"] As well as amiibo, Nintendo also showed off a Tears of the Kingdom themed OLED Switch console, as well as a lamp shaped like a heart container. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launches on May 12, 2023 for Nintendo Switch. The post Here are The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Amiibo Details appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:35 AM
HoYoVerse announced a new Genshin Impact Chords of the Forest web event. This one is designed to celebrate the Sumeru region's soundtrack. The goal is to properly play songs. If you do so successfully for the five songs, you get Primogems. However, there is a limit as to how many people can get the currency in-game, so it is best to take part as soon as possible. Five million can take part. How to participate in Genshin Impact Chords of the Forest web eventFirst, you need to head to the official site for the web event. Though if you're a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 player, you'll need to go through the console and an in-game message to do so. As long as you hit Adventure Rank 10, you'll be able to take part. Once you get to the page, you'll be able to click the "begin performance" button to use a Vintage Lyre to play songs. For each track, you'll see notes above, and you'll need to press the correct buttons to play the song. After you do so, you'll learn what song from Sumeru's soundtrack it was and get a chance to "keep exploring" to play more songs. The five tracks are "Settlement for Exiles," "Polumnia Omnia," "Benevolence Bequeathed," "Ruins of Scorching Might," and "Her Wishes." After playing each one once, you can choose to "share to obtain Primogems." You'll then get a code you can enter in the game to get 40 Primogems. Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and the Chords of the Forest web event runs until April 27, 2023. The post Genshin Impact Chords of the Forest Web Event Begins appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:00 AM
During the latest Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed DLC trailer, we got to hear both voice acting and soundtrack songs from the add-on. Now, there's another chance to hear some of its music. It shared the over three minute song called, "Now Battle!!!." Here's the full song. It doesn't feature an animated music video with it. Rather, people can see the key art that shows the six characters Matthew, A, Nikol, Glimmer, Shulk, and Rex while the track plays. Given the track's title and its ambiance, it seems like "Now Battle!!!" is the sort of song that will be one of the battle themes in the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed DLC soundtrack.
Nintendo's been sharing a lot of details about the expansion ahead of its debut. For example, it went over the main Future Redeemed characters. There is also a relationship chart showing how everybody knows each other. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is available for the Nintendo Switch, and the Future Redeemed DLC will release on April 25, 2023. The post Hear a Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Future Redeemed DLC Song appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:35 AM
Square Enix regularly shares brief Final Fantasy XVI gameplay clips, and the latest features Clive tapping into both Bahamut and Shiva's powers. In many videos, we've seen him tap into Eikon's abilities to use them in fights. Here, we get to watch him switch between two different ones and use some of their signature skills. The video begins with a level 23 Clive tapping into Shiva's powers in Final Fantasy XVI. The UI on the right notes that the Blizzard, Cold Snap, Mesmerize, and Rime are available to him. However, which skills he can use depend on his current position. As an example, Blizzard doesn't show up right away. After that, we get to see Clive use Bahamut's power while tapping into Bahamut's power in Final Fantasy XVI. Some of the skills shown during these parts are Dia, Gigaflare, Impulse, and Wings of Light. At about the five second mark, he uses Gigaflare against a level 22 Stone Commandant.
In the event someone wanted to see more, there's always the April 2023 State of Play. It focused entirely on the game. Final Fantasy XVI will come to the PlayStation 5 on June 22, 2023. There will be a six-month exclusivity period. A pre-launch celebration will be held on June 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California and streamed online. The post See Clive Use Bahamut and Shiva's Abilities in Final Fantasy XVI appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 9:00 AM
The next Pokemon plush to show up at Build-a-Bear is Sobble. This character debuted in November 2019 as one of the three new starters in Pokemon Sword and Shield. The retailer updated its online website with an exclusive bundle. However, people might also see the character without the bundle option in physical stores immediately. Online, the bundle is $64/£50. However, outside the bundle the stuffed toy is $34/£26. The online exclusive bundle includes three other items with the stuffed animal. People get Sobble, a Sobble Shirt, a Sobble Cape, and there's already a sound chip inside the character with five different sounds. The site notes the shirt would normally be $11.50/£9 alone and the cape $10.50/£9. [gallery columns="2" size="full" ids="960045,960046" link="file"] There are some details with Sobble that don't always apply to Pokemon plush at the store. If you buy it online, you can't get an "unstuffed" version that could be filled at home or at a store. You also can't add any scents to it. This means that all of the Pokemon Sword and Shield starters made their debut at Build-a-Bear. Scorbunny was the first one in the "crew" to show up. It debuted in May 2021. Grookey followed in May 2022. Sobble is now available at Build-a-Bear. Pokemon Sword and Shield can be found on the Nintendo Switch. The post Sobble Plush Joins Build-a-Bear Pokemon Collection appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 8:00 AM
The Unfathomable Sand Dunes soundtrack, which is the second collection of Sumeru music, for Genshin Impact is now available on the game's official YouTube channel. In total, there are three discs. The first two discs are about an hour and a half long, whereas the third one is less than half an hour. There are timestamps on all of the videos if there is a particular track you wish to listen to. In total, there are 108 tracks across three discs. All of the music from The Unfathomable Sand Dunes are ones that play in the Sumeru region in Genshin Impact. Aside from listening to it via YouTube, you can also check it out on Spotify and iTunes. Since these are from the game, those who have caught up with the exploration and Archon Quests should recognize all of these pieces. In the past, HoYoVerse released soundtrack EPs, which would showcase the characters from the region. For Sumeru tracks, HoYoVerse used characters like Cyno and Nahida to introduce samples from the Genshin Impact OST. These EPs would generally feature about three tracks. Genshin Impact is readily available on the PS4, PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. You can listen to the second Sumeru soundtrack for Genshin Impact via YouTube, Spotify, or iTunes. The post Genshin Impact Second Sumeru Soundtrack on YouTube appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:00 AM
Now that the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster games appeared on consoles, nearly every mainline entry in the series is on the Nintendo Switch in some way. It's a big deal! Barring the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy and the MMORPGs, people are largely set. To help make it easier to go through everything, let's look over the mainline and spin-off entries that showed up on the console, to help make collecting easier. Here's the full list of every mainline Final Fantasy game you can find on the Switch. Note that the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters are available individually for $11.99-17.99 each or in a $74.99 bundle.
There are also a number of Final Fantasy spin-off games you can find on the Switch. Here is what's available at the moment.
Know that Square Enix discounts titles rather regularly, whether they're mainline installments or related titles. For example, Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon: Every Buddy often drops to $15.99 and did so in March 2023. The same happens for numbered entries. You could get Final Fantasy VII for $7.99 during a March 2023 eShop sale as well. The post Which Final Fantasy Games Are on the Switch? appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:43 AM  Horizon: Forbidden West has many features at its core, which all seamlessly weave into one-another somehow. Whether that's the open-world itself lending its hand to the game's many traversal mechanics, or the crafting system making the looting side of the game feel rewarding. Speaking of the crafting system and the loot that goes into it, one of the things you're going to need to do is upgrade and trade with vendors to claim new weapons that can aid you in the fight against the ferocious mechs of the Forbidden West. In the Burning Shores DLC, a new material has been added to the game, Brimshine. You can use this material for trading with vendors in Fleet's End, for example, and is obtainable through finding it in the open-world. Here's our guide on where to find Brimshine in Horizon: Forbidden West. Where to find Brimshine in Horizon: Forbidden West Finding Brimshine in Horizon: Forbidden West is a bit of a tricky affair. That's because they're everywhere in the open-worl... |
Gamer Empire Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:59 AM Some of the most useful and beautiful trees in Stardew Valley are fruit trees. Depending on the season, they will give you some very profitable fruits every day. However, many players might end up placing them at the start of the game in locations that aren't extremely convenient. Recommended Read: Can You Marry Other Players […] |
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Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:00 AM If you're a Dungeons and Dragons or Pathfinder enthusiast, then you know how important it is to keep track of your character's stats during gameplay. That's why Monster Gaming has introduced their latest product, The Monster Deluxe RPG Stat Tracker, on Kickstarter. The project has already exceeded its funding goal of $5000, with over $37000 … |
Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:21 AM Alchemy RPG: The New Virtual Tabletop Experience for Immersive Storytelling Is Coming to Kickstarter A new Virtual Tabletop (VTT) platform, Alchemy RPG, is set hoping to revolutionize the way we play tabletop role-playing games online. Designed to increase immersion and reduce prep time, the platform focuses on enabling people to tell great stories without being overwhelmed by tools. After entering Early Access last year, the Alchemy RPG team has … |
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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:56 AM Before we get the sequel to Final Fantasy VII Remake, Square Enix is gearing up for the release of their next mainline FF game with Final Fantasy XVI. The game is set to launch this June, and we have a new extended gameplay showcase thanks to State of Play. Check this out: Here's the official […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:25 AM A lot of fans didn't think Chris Pratt could pull of Charles Martinet's Mario voice for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, but it was revealed that Mario was actually going to talk more like a regular person for the film. What's interesting is Pratt was actually asked to try and emulate mob boss Tony Soprano […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Thursday, April 20, 2023 6:10 AM With Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time putting a modern spin on the classic Crash games, Toys for Bob has decided to try a new take on the platformer with the upcoming Crash Team Rumble. The closed beta for the game just launched, we have a trailer to entice players to pre-order the title. Check […] |