Kotaku Friday, April 21, 2023 9:50 AM  I have awoken from my sliced ham and prosecco-induced holiday slumber and am ready to acknowledge (with only a little bit of a tremor) that we are in a new year. New year, new me? No. Spiral ham and prosecco remind me that it's okay for some things to always remain the same. New year, new set of video game release… |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 11:41 AM  Want to know about the Genshin Impact Kirara banner release date? Kirara is the only confirmed character coming to the Genshin Impact 3.7 update, but there's a good chance a second surprise character could be on the horizon. Kirara is the first cat-girl to appear on the Genshin Impact roster, but most importantly, she's a four-star sword-wielding Dendro character. Judging by her leaked abilities, Kirara should work well as a support character, providing shields to her fellow party members. That being said, there are a lot of Dendro supports right now, so we'll have to see where Kirara ends up on our Genshin Impact tier list in the free PC game. Continue reading Genshin Impact Kirara banner release date and abilities MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 11:21 AM  Want to find out more about the Dead Island 2 map? Dambuster's follow up to Techland's 2011 original Dead Island takes place across western LA, starting in Bel-Air and winding up on the Santa Monica coast. Unlike the first game, there are no vehicles, but the game covers a fair distance as you explore on foot. Dead Island 2 is a semi-open world game, so you can explore the world around you - within confined limits - at will. The map, sadly, doesn't reflect this very well as it's not the easiest to navigate, and you can only set waypoints to specific locations. Using your map, you can locate traders to buy Dead Island 2 fuses, set waypoints to workbenches to mod your weapons with blueprints and perks, and even track down certain Dead Island 2 zombies. For everything you need to know about the Dead Island 2 map, including its size, locations, and how to use Alexa Game Control to get around, read on. Continue reading Dead Island 2 map – size, locations, waypoints, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 11:18 AM  Half-Life Alyx, Valve's groundbreaking 2020 shooter, is a technological wonder - looking at it, it's hard not to marvel at just how much FPS games have changed. From Wolfenstein to Doom, the first Half-Life to Halo, over the last 30 plus years, we've seen myriad PC classics come and go. Nevertheless, their spirits live on. Like a baby born with their great-grandfather's eyes, it turns out Half-Life Alyx has some specific genetic code in common with its decades old ancestor - the first Quake from 1996. This is an eagle-eyed spot. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games on PC, Best old games, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:50 AM  Right from the off, we're going to assume you've heard of War Thunder. If you like your games with intense realism, endless tactical possibilities, and the ability to command a plethora of ships, planes, and vehicles, War Thunder will no doubt already be on your radar. Continue reading Getting into War Thunder for the first time MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best free Steam games, Tank games, Best WW2 games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:46 AM  Want to know who made it onto the Street Fighter 6 roster? Looking back to older games in the series, Street Fighter 4 launched with 25 characters, but the lacklustre Street Fighter 5 featured just 16 characters on day one. Capcom appears to be learning from its past mistakes with Street Fighter 6's roster, bringing a mix of fan favourites, revamped returning characters, and new fighters. While the Street Fighter 6 release date is pencilled in for June 2023, there's still plenty of time for the devs to reveal a few more surprises to the roster. In the Street Fighter 6 showcase, Capcom announced the Year 1 Character Pass contains four characters, one new and three returning fighters. The Street Fighter 6 roster features 18 characters at launch. Continue reading Street Fighter 6 roster – every confirmed and DLC character MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Street Fighter 6 release date, Street Fighter 6 roster , Best fighting games on PC |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:22 AM  Kelvin fans, rejoice: Sons of the Forest patch 4 makes everyone's favourite helper more useful than ever before. The newest update to the horror survival game packs in plenty of new features, including an action cam, a new bunker-finding system for your GPS tracker, and improvements to AI, along with a whole host of bug fixes and other tweaks. Continue reading Sons of the Forest patch 4 lets Kelvin dual wield, teases log sled MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sons of the Forest system requirements, Sons of the Forest early access review, Best Sons of the Forest base locations |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:20 AM  Looking for Roblox promo codes? There are all sorts of promo codes from Roblox events and giveaways out there, that grant you free virtual goods like clothes and items. No need to fork out cash for accessories; new codes are added all the time, so you can keep your Roblox character looking fresh. Roblox promo codes won't hang around forever, though - they're only valid for a limited time, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you discover one you haven't used yet. Be sure to check back here regularly, as we'll update this page whenever new Roblox promo codes in the free PC game are released. Continue reading Roblox promo codes and how to redeem them April 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:13 AM  Looking for a list of the best dinosaur games on PC? Whether you're looking to hunt the Mesozoic monsters or want to stomp and chomp humans while playing as them, the appeal of dinosaurs in gaming is endless. What is not endless, however, is the number of dino games that successfully realise that fantasy. Let's be honest: until recently, fans of dinosaurs and big guns haven't exactly walked the primrose path. It's been a long hard road, marked by velociraptors that look like lumpy dogs, rifles that feel as satisfying as lobbing a bullet by hand, and jeeps that seem to magnetically roll themselves into a nearby ditch, no matter what keys you press. Fortunately, dino games like Monster Hunter: World have managed to reach a point where they have earned a place on our best PC games list. If dino thrills are what you're looking for, here are the best dinosaur games on PC. Continue reading The best dinosaur games for PC 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MHW: Iceborne release date, MHW: Iceborne Banbaro guide, Monster Hunter World review |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:07 AM  The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 promises to deliver the power of the Lovelace microarchitecture at a more affordable price point, and largely achieves this. In fact, this GPU would be a slam dunk if not for some specification shortcomings, and its higher than expected $599 / £589 price point. Continue reading Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 review MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Nvidia RTX 4080 review, Nvidia RTX 4070 rumours, Best graphics card in 2022 |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 9:59 AM  What are the new 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 Hoyoverse occasionally sends out free gifts in the form of a Genshin redeem code. Most codes only work for a limited time - and they grant essential goodies like free Primogems and Mora - so it's a great idea to redeem them as soon as possible to avoid missing out. 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, but they can also drop to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact events. Below you'll find all the active Genshin Impact codes for April 2023, and we'll also detail what they get you, explain how to redeem them, and fill you in on where to look for more. Continue reading Genshin Impact codes April 2023 – redeem free primogems MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 10:43 AM  Can't find the Dead Island 2 Goat Pen master keys? Hell-A's infamous content house has a wealth of loot stashed inside, but a lot of it is stashed behind locked doors that require a master key to open. Its location isn't hard to find, but it does require a bit of patience and backtracking. While you're likely to stumble upon the Goat Pen early on in Dambuster's zombie game, you can only retrieve the Dead Island 2 Goat Pen master keys after accepting the 'Creature Comforts' side mission from Curtis Sinclair. Be sure to change quests once you've spoken to him at Emma Jaunt's Bel-Air mansion; it's also worth stocking up on Dead Island 2 fuses before you set off. Without further ado, here's where to find the Goat Pen master keys in Dead Island 2. Continue reading Dead Island 2 Goat Pen master keys location MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 9:54 AM  Blending Fallout, Fallout 3, and Fallout New Vegas, a new 2D side-scroller where you roam the wasteland gibbing ghouls with a gatling laser is currently in the works, transforming the Bethesda RPG games into something closer to Metal Slug or Cuphead. Developed as a passion project, there's no release date yet, but with the Fallout 5 release date still a good way off, smart, alternate takes on the iconic, apocalypse open-world are more than welcome. Continue reading Fallout remade as a mega-violent 2D side-scroller, coming soon MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Fallout 3 mods, Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas Console Commands and Cheats, The best games like Fallout on PC |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 9:35 AM  Is Dead Island 2 Steam Deck compatible? The long-awaited zombie-slaying sequel has finally arrived, and if you're a portable PC fan, you're likely wondering if it works on Valve's valiant machine. To save you from any handheld hiccups, we've fleshed out the facts to see whether you can actually play Dead Island 2 on the go. Continue reading Is Dead Island 2 Steam Deck compatible? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 9:15 AM  Is Lil Pump in Dead Island 2? We hear you asking if the American rap star has lent his voice - and appearance - to the zombie game. Gazzy Garcia, as he's otherwise known, is instantly recognisable by his colourful dreadlocks, tattoos, and sparkling grill - and Dead Island 2's Bruno seems to look pretty familiar. There are six Dead Island 2 slayers, with each playable character boasting their own skills and stats. The sixth to be announced was Bruno, a down-to-earth hustler, ready to get his hands dirty and do what needs to be done to survive. The most notable thing about Bruno, though, is his striking similarity to the appearance of Lil Pump, leading many to wonder if the rapper voices the character in Dead Island 2. Continue reading Is Lil Pump in Dead Island 2? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 7:51 AM  Looking for some Dead Island 2 tips? Dead Island 2's campaign may look like a fun jaunt through a sun-drenched HELL-A, but there are actually a lot of complexities and hurdles to overcome. Our guide to the best items, locations, and mechanics will help you succeed in the action game There are an incredible amount of collectibles and unlockables in Dead Island 2, and the many skill cards and blueprints are just the beginning. The more of these you find, the more you can customise your game play - and the easier it is to take down even the most threatening Dead Island 2 zombies. Sure, some can be found during main story quests, but others are more difficult to locate, so we cover where to find hidden items and much more in these Dead Island 2 tips and tricks that we wish we knew when we started. Continue reading Dead Island 2 tips and tricks for zombie slaying success MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 7:37 AM  Are you sick and tired of Dead Island 2's hordes ruining your every waking moment? Developer Plaion has you covered with the Dead Island 2 Deathwish, a life insurance partnership with UK firm Dead Happy. If you're worried that you or your loved ones with rise from the dead in the spirit of the zombie game, Deathwish has got your back. Continue reading Dead Island 2 will host a party in your honor – after you die IRL MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 7:29 AM  Dota 2 is dead; long live Dota 2. Gameplay update 7.33, called Dota 2 New Frontiers, is a full sequel to the long-standing MOBA game in everything but name. With a new map, a fourth hero type, and vast gameplay balance changes made across all heroes and items, reading Valve's latest set of Dota 2 patch notes might keep you busy through the whole weekend. Fortunately, we've pulled out the key takeaways right here. Continue reading Dota 2 New Frontiers is basically a full sequel, and that's awesome MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dota 2 heroes, Dota 2 custom games, Best MOBAs |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 7:25 AM  Looking for the Dead Island 2 Curtis Sinclair safe key location? This is the first example of a mechanic that you'll find throughout your time in HELL-A. Curtis' side quest, 'The Death of the Party' may take place in the first couple of hours of Dead Island 2, but you actually need to return to his mansion later on to find this key. Dead Island 2 has a main questline, but it's nowhere near what we'd call a linear game. Sure, if you want to just crack through the main quest and call it a day, you can do so, but you're here looking for the location of Curtis' safe key, so we'd say you're interested in everything HELL-A has to offer. As you explore, safes, lockboxes, and other interesting locations will appear on your Dead Island 2 map, but you'll have to come back to most of them later on. The safe in Curtis Sinclair's Bel-Air mansion is no different, so here's how to get Curtis' safe key. Continue reading Dead Island 2 Curtis safe key location MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 7:15 AM  The Counter-Strike 2 release date might be on its way, but there's still plenty happening in CSGO, Valve's tentpole FPS game that has brought so much joy over the last decade. Earlier this week, we saw one of the most unbelievable Counter-Strike kills of all time. How perfect then, that a new CSGO Discord bot should arrive shortly afterwards, allowing you to record and automatically upload your finest moments in match-making, and perhaps those many humiliating deaths via the Overpass snipe spot. Continue reading New CSGO Discord bot records and auto-shares all your best kills MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Counter-Strike 2 release date, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 6:51 AM  Ahead of this Dead Island 2 review, I struggled forming an opinion having experienced a mix of delight and disappointment, and found that others experienced the same - so that is exactly the hook we're going with. Dead Island 2 is a slow starter, but that doesn't mean you won't get infected. We begin our story after the last evac plane out of Los Angeles crashes, leaving you, and the limited other survivors, stranded during a zombie apocalypse. You get bitten, you're immune, and someone tells you you're the key to a vaccine. Sure, we've heard it all before. But unlike The Last of Us, we're not really here for the story. Continue reading Dead Island 2 review – a slow bleed, but worth the pain MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 6:21 AM  Looking to supersize your Steam Deck SSD? Well, you're in luck, as you can now grab a compatible 512GB Sabrent Rocket 2230 NVMe drive for a chunk less. The upgrade could make all the difference if you're rocking Valve's 64GB eMMC model, but it'll also help other Deck owners take more of their Steam library on the go. Continue reading Upgrade your Steam Deck SSD for less with this 40% off deal MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 6:01 AM  Hardcore Diablo 4 runs are just that - hardcore. If you're looking to delve into the competitive world of PvP in the action RPG game then you had best be prepared, as Blizzard has confirmed that if you die in combat, it's permadeath. Ouch. Continue reading Hardcore Diablo 4 PvP is just that, so don't die MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 release date, Diablo 4 system requirements, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 5:46 AM  Ultra-realistic bodycam FPS game Unrecord launched its Steam page and a new trailer this week, highlighting movement and shooting mechanics, as well as hinting at some of the game's story. Casting the player as a police officer, Unrecord is built to resemble actual footage recovered from a body camera, with the first gameplay trailer showing a gunfight in an abandoned building. Now, developer Drama answers questions about Unrecord, saying the game is authentic, built in Unreal Engine 5, and does not use VR. The developer also says that Unrecord will "avoid undesirable topics." MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games on PC, Best police games, Best upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 5:19 AM  Are you looking for the best Elden Ring mods? The beauty of mods is that they're highly versatile tools which give players the ability to tweak their experience. In the case of Elden Ring, you might wonder why anyone would want to mod a game that's so well-received. Well, if you find Soulslikes difficult, the Easy Mode mod is a surefire way to tone things down a notch. Some players might consider this a step too far, so why not remove the death mechanic, which stops you from losing your Runes instead? What makes the best Elden Ring mods stand out is that they have the power to improve someone's experience of the game drastically. You might not own an ultrawide monitor, but the player that does will rely on the ultrawide mods every time they boot up the fantasy game. Whether you want to change the way ranged weapons work or you want the option to pause the game, we've got the mods for you. Here's everything you need to try out the best Elden Ring mods, including the PlayStation controller UI fix, the pause button mod, and more. Continue reading The best Elden Ring mods MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, The best Elden Ring classes |
PCGamesN Friday, April 21, 2023 5:18 AM  Wondering where to find Dead Island 2 fuses? We don't blame you. If you've been exploring Hell-A for any length of time, there's a good chance that you've already stumbled upon a fuse box or two. Dambuster's gruesome zombie-fest never outright explains how to open them, but thankfully, we've got all the answers. Dead Island 2 fuses grant you access to rare blueprints and perks that can make all the difference when going up against fearsome Dead Island 2 bosses. Better than that though, some of the best weapons are enclosed in Zomproof Slayer Hoards within, so you can see why you might want to replace that fuse. In fact, they're so important that they make an appearance in our Dead Island 2 tips guide – so if you're already waist-deep in undead guts, it might be best to take the time to revisit those fuse boxes. Thankfully, each fuse box appears on your Dead Island 2 map once discovered, so you can easily circle back to them if required. Continue reading Where to find Dead Island 2 fuses MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games, Dead Island 2 review, The best zombie games |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 11:57 AM  In the summer of 1983, publisher-that-was Enix released a murder mystery visual novel called The Portopia Serial Murder Case. Designed by Dragon Quest's creator Yuji Horii, it never saw a release outside of Japan - until now. Square Enix are re-releasing the classic on Steam in two days, calling it an "AI tech preview," and tacking on "natural language processing" technology, in perhaps the oddest port I've seen so far. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 10:12 AM  Paradox's grand strategy Victoria 3 is getting its first DLC next month, bringing along some of history's great political agitators who worked to change social and economic systems with their new ideas. The pack's called Voice of The People and it's coming on May 22nd. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 8:22 AM  Ubisoft held a livestream last night to lay out the future of their MMO shooter franchise. The stream covered a roadmap for The Division 2's fifth year of support and a deep dive into the upcoming The Division Heartland, a free-to-play spin-off that's more focused on the series' survival aspects. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 6:40 AM  Can you imagine if Dead Island 2 didn't arrive with actually-quite-good PC performance? All those years, all those developers, and it turned out rubbish? Perish the thought. But nah, Dambuster Studios have ensured it finally hits shelves in a solid technical state; a welcome return to standards for the big-name gamesmaking biz, which has largely spent 2023 chucking out sub-par PC ports. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 6:34 AM  "In a rare display of AI genius, Grimgor has spent the last 4 turns camping outside Zharr-Naggrund killing every caravan I try to send. I'd be furious if it wasn't so funny," reads the Discord message I sent to a friend - roughly another four turns before the orcish warboss's occasional smash-and-grab turned into an entire racket that nearly crippled my burgeoning military industrial complex. Last week Total War: Warhammer III's new DLC Forge Of The Chaos Dwarfs arrived, and it highlights the setting's greatest rivalry to comical effect. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, April 21, 2023 6:07 AM  Good news road brawlers! Capcom held a livestream for the upcoming Street Fighter 6 last night - hosted by lifelong fan Lil' Wayne - and it delved deep into the game's customisable avatars, post-launch support, and open-world World Tour mode. Oh, there's also a demo available next week that's more focused on singleplayer stuff. |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 11:30 AM To infinity and beyond! |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 11:00 AM Fasten your seatbelts! |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 10:30 AM How is there a Disney racing game without a Tron map? |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 10:00 AM No relationship? No problem! |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 9:30 AM Pick the best Disney characters to race with in Speedstorm. |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 9:00 AM Bridging the gap! |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 9:00 AM Don't forget to have fun while waiting for new content in Genshin Impact. |
Twinfinite Friday, April 21, 2023 4:05 AM Welp, he lasted a little over one week. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 11:30 AM
Good Smile Company opened pre-orders for the Haruhi Fujioka, Kyoya Ootori, and Tamaki Suoh Ouran High School Host Club Nendoroids. They will be $47.99/¥6,500 each. Each one arrives in their school uniform. They also each feature a number of face plates and accessories. Each one of the figures includes items to keep them in character. Haruhi comes with smiling, exasperated, and surprised face plates. She also has the vase she broke that got her stuck in the club, some fatty tuna that she always wanted to eat, and some instant coffee. Kyoya has normal, smiling, and "angry" face plates. He also has a binder, pen, phone, and a pair of glasses with shininess obscuring his eyes. Finally, Tamaki comes with smiling, dramatic, and enamored face plates, his bear Kuma-chan, a rose, and a "throne." Here's Haruhi: This is what Kyoya looks like: Finally, here's Tamaki: There are also a number of official photos showing the Haruhi, Kyoya, and Tamaki Nendoroids together. The Ouran High School Host Club Haruhi, Kyoya, and Tamaki Nendoroids will appear in Japan in August 2023 and North America in Q4 2023. Pre-orders are open until June 1, 2023. They also all qualify for the current pre-order promotion that gives official store buyers a Nendoroid Effects Sheet for free. The post Ouran High School Host Club Nendoroids Arrive in August appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 11:00 AM
Earlier in April 2023, Bandai Namco announced Minato Namikaze (Reanimation) DLC would come to Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker "soon." Now, both the add-on and the 2.44 update are live. That means there's also a trailer showing the character off, as well as patch notes noting rebalancing and the availability of Top Secret Training Set for Season Pass 5 and the Hidden Rain Village map. First, here's a closer look at Minato Namikaze (Reanimation) in Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker. With the Season Pass 5 unlock, someone needs to own either the Season Pass 5 or have bought Isshiki Otsutsuki, Konohamaru Sarutobi (Boruto), Madara Uchiha (Six Paths), Naruto Uzumaki (Baryon Mode), or Temari to use it. That gives people all everything from Training Rank 1-5. Meanwhile, here are the full patch note rebalancing changes for 2.44.
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker is available for the PS4, Xbox One, and Windows PC, and the Minato Namikaze (Reanimation) DLC and 2.44 patch are out now. The post Watch Minato Namikaze (Reanimation) in Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 10:30 AM
Another Hololive VTuber hit a major milestone, as the Indonesia (ID) branch's Kobo Kanaeru passed two million subscribers on YouTube. She is at 486.3K followers on Twitter. She hosted a karaoke stream during the countdown while waiting for the "big" moment. Here is her official announcement confirming she passed two million subscribers.
However, leading up to the milestone, she was already getting close to hitting and surpassing it, prompting tweets asking people to unsubscribe so she could do the countdown stream.
This isn't the only recent milestone for Kobo Kanaeru, as the Hololive ID VTuber released her second original song's music video on YouTube at the end of March 2023. Since then, "Oh! Asmara" passed over 2.2 million views. English subtitles are available if you turn on closed captions. She debuted with Hololive ID in March 2022. That generation involved three members total. The other two performers in the group are Kaela Kovalskia and Vestia Zeta. The post Hololive ID VTuber Kobo Kanaeru Hits 2 Million Subscribers on YouTube appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 10:00 AM
Square Enix brought back the Yuji Horii PC-6001, MSX, and Famicom game The Portopia Serial Murder Case as an NLP AI tech preview. It is available on Steam in both English and Japanese on April 24, 2023. It will be a free-to-play example of AI with natural language processing, natural language understanding, and speech to text. However, the official site noted that there is no natural language generation for game characters' responses due to "a risk of the AI generating unethical replies." However, that could eventually appear. In The Portopia Serial Murder Case, players are a detective who works alongside their partner Yasu to investigate the death of a Mr. Yamakawa. Players input actual text to direct Yasu to act or investigate and solve the crime. Here are some of the initial screenshots. The original Yuji Horii adventure game first never appeared outside Japan, though it did appear on multiple platforms. It debuted on the PC-6001, then eventually came to the MSX and Famicom before heading to mobile devices. Square Enix AI Tech Preview: The Portopia Serial Murder Case will be available on PCs via Steam on April 24, 2023. The post Yuji Horii's The Portopia Serial Murder Case Game Revived as NLP AI Tech Preview appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 9:39 AM
The Final Fantasy XIV Umbrella and Parasol mounts that let players float through the skies are now available outside China. Square Enix added both of them to the online store. They appeared in an update alongside two Orchestrion Rolls. Both of the mounts are account-wide First, here's the Final Fantasy XIV Magicked Umbrella mount. The official screenshots for it actually feature a character dressed in a Mary Poppins sort of style. It is a black umbrella that features blue roses around it while in use. It costs $24. Next, here's the Final Fantasy XIV Magicked Parasol mount. This one also costs $24. It involves a white parasol that gives off pink roses when in use. As for the two Orchestion Rolls, each one is $5. One is "Painted Foothills (Orchestral Version)," while the other is "Moebius (Orchestral Version)." The former is the music that a player will hear when they head to Dravanian forelands during the day. The latter is taken from the Alexander fight. Square Enix often sells real-money items for the game in its storefront. One of the last updates included Educand's Attire School Uniforms. Final Fantasy XIV is available for the PS4, PS5, and PC. The post Final Fantasy XIV Magicked Umbrella and Parasol Mounts Appear Outside China appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 8:00 AM
There's a new Undertale Nendoroid, and this time it's Toriel's turn. She'll come with three face plates and a butterscotch cinnamon pie accessory. Pre-orders are now available for ¥7,000 on the Good Smile Company site or $50.99 in the US Online Store. It's scheduled to release in August 2023 in Japan. In the US, it will appear in Q4 2023. There will be three different facial expressions available for the Toriel Nendoroid: smiling, blushing, and combat/angry faces. As for the poses, it will bring the traditional hands-together look, and also interchangeable arms with open hands as if to hold a pie or to prepare a hug for a certain someone. Take a closer look at the Toriel Nendoroid poses and accessories below. [gallery columns="5" link="file" ids="960129,960126,960128,960127,960130"] This Toriel figure was previously announced along with the Human Nendoroid back at the WonHobby 36 event, bringing the number of Undertale-based Nendoroids up to five. On the same note, Nendoroid versions of Sans, Papyrus, and Undyne were also released in the past few years. Undertale's Toriel Nendoroid will start shipping in Japan in August 2023, and it's slated for release in the US in Q4 2023. Pre-orders will be open until June 1st, 2023. Undertale is currently available on Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The post Toriel Undertale Nendoroid Brings Some Fresh Baked Pie appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 7:30 AM
Hololive said VTuber Ninomae Ina'nis will get a new outfit. It will be revealed on April 22, 2023 at 2pm PT/5pm ET/11pm CET. Her past outfits included her original look, casual costumes, a New Year's kimono, and her 4th fes costume. An silhouette teasing the new outfit accompanied appeared in a tweet. Ninomae Ina'nis first made her debut in 2020 for Hololive's English's first generation Myth. Her fellow first-generation group members include Gawr Gura. Mori Calliope and Takanashi Kiara, and Watson Amelia. Ina'nis' character background notes she is the priestess of a Lovecraftian entity known as the Ancient One. She currently has over 1.5 million subscribers on Youtube and 1.2 million followers on Twitter. Most recently, she got a 3D model. She also participated in Hololive 4th fes. She's also regularly streaming again. There was a brief period during which she was on hiatus. However in January 2023, she resumed her regular activities. In one of her most recent streams, she played Minecraft for viewers. Ninomae Ina'nis' new outfit will be revealed on April 22, 2023. The post Ninomae Ina'nis New Outfit Debut Dated appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 7:00 AM
Horror manga has long been a beloved genre among manga fans, offering spine-chilling tales that push the limits of imagination and explore the darkest aspects of human nature. From supernatural creatures to psychological horror, there are countless horror manga series that have left readers with a sense of unease long after they've turned the final page. Here we'll be exploring the some horror manga that could be among the best at scaring people, delving into their terrifying themes and why they've become staples of the genre. Whether you're a horror fan or a newcomer to the genre, these series are guaranteed to send a chill down your spine. The Drifting Classroom by Kazuo Umezu
To start the guide, we must mention one of the classics. Published in 1972, Kazuo Umezu's The Drifting Classroom follows the story of a group of students when their school is transported to a post-apocalyptic future. The situation puts the children to the test as they have to face not only terrifying creatures, but the madness that constantly stalks them. Viz Media has the publishing rights in English. Fuan no Tane (Seed of Anxiety) by Masaaki Nakayama
If you're a fan of Japanese folklore and supernatural portrayals, you have to check this manga out. This is a collection of short horror stories spanning around 2-3 pages each that exploits each frame to its fullest with almost no need for words. What's more unnerving is that any of these tales could happen to anyone. Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki
Thanks to technological advances humans no longer have to worry about predators, but what if something new appeared on top of the food chain? That's the question that Hitoshi Iwaaki tries to answer in this classic manga. Amidst a gory invasion of an alien parasite, a boy who accidentally fused with one of them is now the only restraint between mankind and its total extinction. You can find Parasyte in English published by Kodansha USA. Hideout by Masasumi Kakizaki
Masasumi Kakizaki begins with an already gruesome scenario, a man tries to end his wife's life during a vacation trip, but things get worse when the real threat looms over both of them in the middle of the forest. In a single volume, this story presents that humans can be far more horrible than any otherworldly creature. Shiki by Fuyumi Ono
When a family moves to an old mansion in a remote mountain village and an epidemic starts causing bizarre deaths almost at the same time, a few of the villagers start investigating what's actually going on. What at first appears to be a cliché horror setting slowly builds up to be a memorable journey full of unexpected twists and spine-chilling moments. Blood on the Tracks by Shuzo Oshimi
Aku no Hana's acclaimed author, Shuzo Oshimi, presents in this manga a psychological horror story that will keep you on the edge of your set the whole time. Seiichi has always known that his mother can be very attentive, but after a hiking trip where his cousin ends up in a coma, he learns that the biggest threat may come from what he always believed to be motherly love. Kodansha USA also publishes Blood on the Tracks in English. PTSD Radio by Masaaki Nakayama
This collection of apparently unconnected ghost stories excels at presenting blood-curling scenes based on Japanese imagery, although, what has most caught the attention of many are the circumstances surrounding this horror manga in real life. The author had to go on a hiatus after a series of strange events similar to those we wrote almost put his own life at risk, these happenings were also featured in the manga's last issue. Published in English by Kodansha. Uzumaki by Junji Ito
No horror manga guide is complete with Junji Ito. The godfather of Japanese horror is a master of storytelling that leans heavily on the fear of the unknown and inconceivable. It is hard to choose just one of his works, but Uzumaki may just be the one that features everything he is now so known for, a must-read for every horror fan. Published in English by Viz Media. The post Horror Manga of People Should Make Time to Read appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, April 21, 2023 6:00 AM
Honkai: Star Rail is game with quite a large cast. From what we've seen so far, there are tons of people who will play big parts in the game! A lot of big name or familiar performers are here, especially with some returning from other HoYoVerse titles. Fortunately, it's already fairly easy to see which Honkai: Star Rail English and Japanese voice actors are in the game. Who are the Honkai: Star Rail voice actors?Here's the list of all the Honkai: Star Rail English and Japanese voice actors HoYoVerse revealed so far. As new people join the cast, the official website will update with their character profiles and identities.
Honkai: Star Rail will come to the PC and mobile devices on April 26, 2023. It will also eventually appear on the PS4 and PS5. The post All Honkai: Star Rail Voice Actors (So Far) appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 21, 2023 11:55 AM  After you read our Dead Island 2 review, get your undead hands on the game, and make it to the Justifiable Zombicide mission, you can unlock Curtis' Safe if you know where to get the key. It's not too far away but will take your best weapon — perhaps the Electrocutor Officer Sword. Here's where to find and how to get Curtis' Safe Key in Dead Island 2. Where to find Curtis' Safe in Dead Island 2 When you are in Bel-Air, you'll find Curtis' Safe in the mansion west of Alpine Drive and south of the intersection of Access Road 782 and 781. Go inside the house and down the hallway on the right. The second room on your left — the one with the wall of wine and the brick wall — is where you'll find Curtis' Safe on the brick wall. Note: If you want to enable multiplayer co-op in Dead Island 2, check out our guide. How to get Curtis' Safe Key in Dead Island 2 Now that you know where Curtis' Safe is, you need to know wher... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 21, 2023 11:53 AM  Dead Island 2 is finally dropping, players are getting it in their hands and slaying zombies alone or with friends. However, if you're looking to buy the game from your preferred storefront on PC, it may leave you confused, since there are a few places to buy it from. Depending on where you purchase Dead Island 2, you may have to do more clicking till you see the play button. Read on to learn how to download and play Dead Island 2 on PC. Dead Island 2: How to download and play on PC The first thing you want to do is check out if your PC can run Dead Island 2, luckily for you — we have all that information in one spot. Now that you've figured out if your PC is strong enough, we can start to download and play the game. Follow the steps below, so you can get to hunting zombies in no time. Amazon Note that at the moment U.S. residents can only do this method. To download the game through Amazon, head to its site, and you'll see a Dead Island 2 tab on the right-hand side. Press the ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 21, 2023 11:25 AM  It's not every day we see a game that's fallen through development hell for nearly a decade finally come out. And in those rare cases, the end product is almost always a strange mishmash of ideas. Dead Island 2 manages to navigate this with a surprisingly high amount of quality all things considered. Everything that made the first Dead Island special is here for the most part. But beyond that, Dead Island 2 struggles to leave a lasting mark on the zombie genre, which I'll get into throughout this review. There's a big problem with most zombie games that we've seen over the last 15 years or so. For the most part, they all feel like the same kind of experience. Dead Island 2 has all the traits that befit a zombie game as you know it. All the while desperately struggling to say or do anything remotely unique. In some ways, this is a breath of fresh air for those that may want a simpler experience. But to me, it's a game that's staler than the rott... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 21, 2023 11:23 AM  Warzone 2 DMZ Season 3 is here and the Cartel Investigation mission requires you to find and exfil two large contraband packages. This objective is different than contraband weapons and is only found in one area on Al Mazrah. We're here to help you locate the cartel, extract the large contraband packages, and complete this challenging Warzone 2 DMZ mission. Note: For more information on how to complete all the Redacted faction missions, check out our guide. Warzone 2 DMZ Cartel Investigation mission guide: Where to find the cartel and the large contraband packages There are three parts to the Cartel Investigation mission: find the cartel, kill five cartel soldiers, and find and extract two large contraband packages. To find the large contraband packages, you need to find the cartel and eliminate five cartel soldiers. Where to find the cartel in Warzone 2 DMZ The cartel is located in Al Mazrah in Hafid Port. The cartel will likely only be at Hafid Port for the duration of Seaso... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, April 21, 2023 11:22 AM  Horizon: Forbidden West has a multitude of puzzles for players to lose themselves in. Some puzzles are relatively simple, such as the power cell ones, where you need to carry one power cell to an empty power cell container whilst maybe charging it along the way. There's also the door code puzzles, which require some searching and problem solving. Another type of puzzle you can do in the vast open-world of Horizon: Forbidden West is the Key Module puzzles. These puzzles involve finding key modules that open locked doors, which can be found using clues given to you by the game. One of the first ones you'll come across during the Burning Shores DLC is the one in Fleet's End. Here's how to find the Fleet's End Key Module in Horizon: Forbidden West. How to find the Fleet's End Key Module in Horizon: Forbidden West Finding the Fleet's End Key Module seems like a massive undertaking at first glance, with the trail leading you to the outside of the settlement, but it's ... |
Gamer Empire Friday, April 21, 2023 5:08 AM Managing planets in Stellaris can be one of the most fun aspects of the game. Micromanaging the tiny details to maximize planet output is the reason I play grand strategy titles like Stellaris. For whatever reason, you may decide that a certain planet doesn't deserve a place in your empire. If that is the case, […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, April 21, 2023 4:43 AM In Project Zomboid, trees and bushes are valuable resources for survival. They provide you with wood and foraging opportunities, but have you ever considered whether they will grow back after you've chopped them down? Recommended Read: How to Get Nails in Project Zomboid In this article, you'll get the answer to the question, "Do Trees […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, April 21, 2023 4:19 AM There are many interesting secrets and hidden items that players can find in Stardew Valley. One of these interesting hidden things is the legendary fish. You wouldn't know much about their existence until you've managed to catch one. The only reason you can even realize that these fish are special is their unique item description. […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, April 21, 2023 4:06 AM So, you've built your little coop and got some chickens on your farm in Stardew Valley but have no idea how to feed them. You have probably left them starving since you can't just give them any of the food you have collected throughout the game. Recommended Read: How to Make Caviar in Stardew Valley […] |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, April 21, 2023 11:53 AM Jedi Survivor: The Story So Far The post Star Wars Jedi Survivor: The Story So Far appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |