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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 9:47 AM
     How to get Diablo 4 Server Slam rewards

Want to know how to get all the Diablo 4 Server Slam rewards? It's nearly time for the final beta test before the doors of hell spring open permanently, unleashing Lilith's demonic forces and influence upon the unsuspecting world of Sanctuary. If you wish to drive them back with style, this is your last chance to get these exclusive items.

Since you only have a limited amount of time to play the RPG game before release, you should consult our Diablo 4 Server Slam start time guide to prepare for your sprint towards the maximum level, then check out our Diablo 4 world boss Ashava guide to learn what times this monster appears in the overworld. Thankfully, it doesn't matter which of the five Diablo 4 classes you pick, but you will have to sprint through the beta content to stand a chance at collecting all the Diablo 4 Server Slam rewards.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 9:45 AM
     FFXIV 6.4 release date and everything shown in Live Letter 77

The FFXIV 6.4 release date is official, and we've got tons more in-depth detail for you on the next major FFXIV patch courtesy of game director Naoki Yoshida and community producer Toshio Murouchi. Final Fantasy 14 Live Letter 77 is packed with details on the new quests, dungeons, trials, balance changes, and other updates coming to the critically acclaimed MMORPG, and we've summarised all the details for you below.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 9:45 AM
     Amnesia The Bunker just got delayed – but don't worry

Amnesia The Bunker has been delayed, with the upcoming Steam horror game now set to miss its original May 16 launch. Developed by Frictional, the studio also behind Soma and the original Amnesia The Dark Descent, despite the delay there is still some good news about Amnesia The Bunker, and the coming Amnesia The Bunker release date, so don't worry.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 9:26 AM
     Star Wars Jedi Survivor has a major accessibility flaw

I was hopeful when I first booted up Respawn's Star Wars Jedi Survivor. Four years after Fallen Order's release, the games industry has made incredible strides in gaming accessibility, progressing far beyond the most basic expectations, such as subtitles and toggle settings.

Respawn's parent company, EA, is a proactive contributor to this progress, having shared its patented accessibility-centered technology for others to use free of charge. I'm even Twitter mutuals with incredible EA developers who are constantly pushing boundaries to include more disabled gamers in their playerbase than ever before.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 9:19 AM
     Diablo 4 world boss Ashava spawn times, location, and how to beat

Ashava the Pestilent, the Diablo 4 beta world boss, is by far and away the toughest challenge in the server slam. This pestilent demon effortlessly steals the lives of wayward adventurers using its scythed talons – but you won't find her lurking at the end of a dungeon. Instead, Ashava's hellish portal only appears at set times. She's easy to miss, but we're here to help ensure you both locate and beat her within her set spawn times.

While there will undoubtedly be a whole host of Diablo 4 world bosses to take on once we're able to fully explore the open-world game upon its release date, there's currently only one world boss that you can expect to encounter in the Diablo 4 server slam. Here's the lowdown on Ashava the Pestilent's location and spawn times, so you can find and beat one of the toughest world bosses in what may be one of the best PC games of this year.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 8:26 AM
     Shinobi Life 2 codes May 2023

May 12, 2023: We checked for new Shinobi Life 2 codes ahead of the weekend.

What are the new Shinobi Life 2 codes? Shinobi Life 2, which was formerly known as Shindo Life, is among the most popular gacha games on the Roblox platform thanks to its lightning-fast action, wealth of unlockables, and Naruto-like vibes. Developer RellGames is also an extremely active creator, delivering a tight weekly update schedule and serving up regular codes for rellcoins, spins, double XP, and more.

If you want to stay ahead of the competition, you'd be wise to make use of our codes list down below, which we update on a regular basis to bring you the latest rewards before they're gone for good. We'll also explain how to redeem Shinobi Life 2 codes (spoiler: it's a whole lot like redeeming Shindo Life codes), when you can expect new codes to arrive, and the platforms where they're most likely to drop. If you're in the market for further Roblox freebies, we also keep a regularly updated list of Roblox promo codes for some of the best Roblox games in 2023.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:50 AM
     Diablo 4 error code 315306 and how to fix unable to find valid license

Need to know how to fix the Diablo 4 315306 error code? The code is appearing for some users ahead of the Server Slam this weekend, and displays with the text "Unable to find a valid license". So what does this mean, and how do you fix it? We've done some digging, and found out just why you're seeing this code.

Players are readying up to hit the Diablo 4 servers hard this weekend, as the final beta before the Diablo 4 release date launches on PC and console. We all know that this comes with its fair share of issues with an abundance of crashes and error codes expected, as the point in a server slam is to iron out any of these issues before release. One of these Diablo 4 error codes is 315306: "Unable to find valid license", but this is actually one of the most simple errors you might see in the game, with a very easy 'fix'.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:48 AM
     How to fix the WoW retrieving realm list error

Are you stuck on the WoW retrieving realm list error? As we've discovered, this error occurs when trying to connect to Blizzard's online game via the main login page. Thankfully, our troubleshooting guide can help you fix the problem, so you can get back to Azeroth as soon as possible.

World of Warcraft may be one of the best MMOs of all time, but like all online games, it's still susceptible to connection issues. These errors can be a great source of frustration, often lacking the clarity needed to isolate the cause. Never fear, because we're here to shed light on the WoW retrieving realm list error and how to fix it.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:47 AM
     Roblox promo codes May 2023

May 12th, 2023: We checked our list for new Roblox promo codes.

Looking for all the active Roblox promo codes? There is a wide variety of promo codes from Roblox events and giveaways out there that grant you free virtual goods like hats, outfits, and more. With new Roblox codes arriving on the regular, you'll find plenty of ways to keep your avatar looking fresh - and our updated list is here to help.

Roblox promo codes won't hang around forever, however, so it's important that you redeem them before they expire. If you wish to reap their rewards, you'll first need to know how and where to redeem them, so we'll guide you through that process too. Be sure to check back here regularly, as we'll update this page whenever new Roblox promo codes release or older ones expire, saving you the trouble of searching for and checking them yourself.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:36 AM
     Genshin Impact codes May 2023 – redeem free primogems

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 May 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.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:51 AM
     Diablo 4 skill trees explained

Wondering how the Diablo 4 skill tree works? The Diablo 4 release date is getting closer, so you may want to learn more about how the class skill trees will work when the dungeon crawling role playing game finally arrives.

To make the most out of the skill tree system, you can follow our Diablo 4 classes guide, where we've dug deep to help you decide the best class to play. Although the options of abilities you find for each of them are fixed, new additions to the game are going to be constantly made in order to revitalize the players' experience and balance the builds, according to Blizzard's dev update blog.

Blizzard is "currently aiming for 30-40% of the nodes filled in for endgame, so that players can have very distinct, and different ways they build out their character." It looks like we can expect an increased emphasis on choosing particular skill branches to explore when customising our character, in contrast to building characters around powerful items and equipment. Here's how the skill tree will work in Diablo 4.


PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:29 AM
     Roblox music codes May 2023 – the best song IDs

Looking for Roblox music codes? There are thousands of popular songs available to listen to in Roblox, simply by entering music ID codes into your boombox or the radio. Using song IDs, you can play your favourite TikTok songs in games with your friends.

So how do you play music in Roblox? The method varies depending on which game you want to blast your tunes in. Some games allow you free access to the boombox - simply equip and press it to bring up a text box in which you can enter a song ID code. Catalog Heaven is a great place to test the Roblox music codes you find, as it allows you to equip any boombox in the shop and try it out.

In most games, however, you'll need to use the radio to play music. This is usually part of a paid Game Pass - the price of a Game Pass is set by each game developer individually. Once you have access to the radio, you can use it in the same way as the boombox - simply enter the song ID code and press play. Occasionally, tracks are taken down by Roblox, so if a code stops working, you'll have to look for a replacement. Here are the best radio music codes in Roblox that work in May 2023.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:25 AM
     Gone Home dev Steve Gaynor is now running Fullbright on his own

Gone Home and Tacoma co-creator Steve Gaynor announces that he is now operating the indie game developer Fullbright solo and working on a new game. Open Roads, which was previously under production at Fullbright, is now being worked on by a separate, dedicated team, under the publisher Annapurna, as Gaynor, who co-created Gone Home in 2013, says that his "strengths do not lie with attempting to manage a large project or direct the work of others."

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:22 AM
     World of Warcraft blz51903006 error code explained

It can be frustrating to see the WoW blz51903006 error code. After all, you've probably had a busy day at work or school and just want to unwind by completing a few quests, teaming up with others to go through some raids, or relaxing in a tavern with your online friends. Unfortunately, technical issues such as this can get in the way and disrupt your downtime plans, and nobody wants that.

So we aim to help you work out what MMORPG game's error code means and any potential fixes in case it is an issue you need to resolve on your device. To do that, we first need to establish whether or not WoW blz51903006 error code is a problem with your device or whether something wrong elsewhere in the chain is preventing you from playing the game.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 7:20 AM
     The best PC simulation games 2023

What are the best simulation games on PC? From the all-time greats that are still worth playing; the sims with modding communities who breathe eternal life into them; the facsimiles of an aspect of reality so niche you can barely fathom their existence, we have everything you need here.

Sims differ from other PC games in that their raison d'être isn't necessarily to entertain, at least not primarily. You want fun and excitement? Tough. Operating a submarine is not that. It is, however, fascinating, terrifying, and hugely satisfying as a long-form experience. Such is the nature of the genre that seeking out the best PC sims is like asking for the 'special' stock the shopkeeper keeps in the back room.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 6:47 AM
     Diablo 4 transmog system explained

Want to know how the Diablo 4 transmog system works? Diablo 4 looks set to be rich with unique features when it finally reaches its release date in June. One of the confirmed features of Diablo 4 is transmog, also known as transmogrification, meaning players can alter their appearance using different sets of equipment. An abundance of clothing and gear will be open to customisation, ensuring players appear as the deadliest of warriors.

The transmog feature helps players achieve such splendour without losing any hard-earned stats. Before we get into it, it's worth noting that all of the information in this guide has been taken from Diablo 4's beta weekends. We will update our guide following the RPG game's full launch if things change. For now, let's get into it. Here's everything we know so far about the Diablo 4 transmog system including how to unlock it, how to change up your gear and clothing, and most importantly, how to use it.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 6:32 AM
     WoW Dragonflight gets new buff based Augmentation Evoker spec

The WoW Dragonflight Evoker class gets a third spec with the summer Fractures in Time update. The Augmentation Evoker specialisation is a DPS role that uses the essences of the Black and Bronze dragonflights to buff allies' abilities. Blizzard describes the new class spec as "force multipliers" that can significantly amplify their party's damage output in the MMORPG. The new spec will be available immediately when World of Warcraft 10.1.5 Fractures in Time launches.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 6:24 AM
     The 12 best life games on PC 2023

What are the best life games on PC? Well, it depends on what you're looking for and what kind of fantasy you envision. As we look ahead to the likes of Life by You and The Sims 5, we've built some alternative lives in a range of the latest and greatest life sims so we can guide you to the best one to make your dreams a (virtual) reality.

There's more here than just farming and dating – though there's plenty of that as well. Some of the best PC games that imitate life probe what it means to be alive, while others simply let you bake, date, or live as a witch. So, like life itself, life games come in all forms, and while your mind might leap to games like The Sims 4 and other stalwarts when the genre comes up, there are a host of inventive takes on the formula. Be they adjacent to management games, farming games, or dating sims, here is our list of 12 of the best life games for peaceful - or crazy - escapism in 2023.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 6:10 AM
     Diablo 4 system requirements

What are Diablo 4 system requirements? Final PC specs for the Blizzard RPG are now available, and you'll need a pricey graphics card to enable 4K ultra settings. You'll also potentially need a PC upgrade if you're looking to play at 1080 60fps, as the developer has rebranded previously shared recommendations.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 6:04 AM
     Elden Ring DLC might not be here for a while

Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree might still be a ways off, as Kadokawa, the parent company of developer FromSoftware, publishes yearly financial results outlining its plans for both the Soulsborne RPG game and Armored Core 6. Previously, we expected the new Elden Ring expansion to arrive in 2024, and while that could still be the case, Kadokawa also says that the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree release date is part of its "medium to long-term direction."

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 5:58 AM
     Best Diablo 4 Sorcerer build

Looking for the best Diablo 4 Sorcerer build for the Server Slam? We played the Sorcerer in the last beta, and it was clear to us that a combination of powerful Shock skills could take hordes of enemies down with ease, as these lightning hurling spells deal incredible amounts of damage. These skills have been nerfed slightly ahead of the Server Slam, but they still make up most of the best Sorcerer build.

With excitement for the upcoming game ramping up already ahead of the Diablo 4 release date, the Server Slam gives Diablo fans one more chance to go to hell early. There are now five Diablo 4 classes to choose from, with the sorcerer the obvious choice for any wannabe mage. While the Sorcerer build we've laid out for you below is ready to take into the latest beta, it could of course change again before the RPG game's full release.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 5:56 AM
     Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible?

Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible? The Diablo 4 Server Slam beta is happening this weekend, and Blizzard's RPG looks like a ripe pairing for Valve's portable PC. To save you from any hellish handheld hiccups, we've put the role-playing game's portable playability to the test, and it's not all doom and gloom.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 5:44 AM
     Diablo 4 Server Slam start time

Want to know when the Diablo 4 Server Slam start time is? Much like the recent Diablo 4 beta, the Server Slam will see would-be demon hunters journey through the Fractured Peaks, slaying monsters and completing both the prologue and Act 1, with your character's level maxing out at level 20. If that sounds good and you have a weekend free, you don't have to wait long until the Server Slam begins.

While this new test weekend forces players to start again, it will also include all the fixes and updates to all Diablo 4 classes. In addition, the Diablo 4 World Boss Ashava will be encounterable, with a new Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy earnable for the first time as a reward for defeating her. To help you get enough time with the game and a chance at getting that trophy, here are the Diablo 4 Server time start times in your region.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 5:50 AM
     Honkai Star Rail codes and how to redeem May 2023

May 11, 2023: We checked for the latest Honkai Star Rail codes.

Looking for all the active Honkai Star Rail codes? If you're just starting your adventure through developer Hoyoverse's latest anime epic, you might be wondering if there are any codes for freebies to give you the edge in battle, such as Stellar Jade, Credits, or Logs. Thankfully, Hoyoverse has delivered, and we've gathered all the active Honkai Star Rail codes in our list down below.

With Honkai Star Rail now out in the wild, players are digging into the characters, world, and tactical turn-based combat. As such, we've got an expert Honkai Star Rail tier list and information on the latest Honkai Star Rail banner, too. We've also put together an in-depth Honkai Star Rail review detailing why we think it's one of the finest gacha games around. But now, without further ado, here's what to expect from every Honkai Star Rail redeem code, as well as info on how to redeem them, what free rewards they'll provide, and where to find more of them.

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PCGamesN Friday, May 12, 2023 4:53 AM
     Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes – May 2023

Looking for Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes? Redeeming one of these Shift codes rewards you with a Skeleton Key, which you can use to unlock the Skeleton Chest for rewards. This chest can be found at the foot of the castle underneath the statue in Brighthoof.

The Skeleton Keys you get for entering the code unlock premium in-game loot for the FPS game, such as Tiny Tina's Wonderlands legendary weapons to suit your chosen Tiny Tina's Wonderlands class and playstyle. You can redeem Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes either through the Shift tab in the in-game social menu or at the Shift Gearbox Software website - you need to navigate to the mail section to redeem the code.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 9:22 AM
    

When Google announced they were shutting down their streaming service Stadia, a bunch of exclusive games began to jump ship to other platforms. Tequila Works - the studio behind Rime and The Sexy Brutale - have now announced that their Stadia-exclusive adventure Gylt is heading to Steam and consoles on July 6th, 2023.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 8:00 AM
    

Tunic developer Andrew Shouldice has made no secret about his love of The Legend Of Zelda over the years. He's not only spoken at length about how playing the original pair of Zelda games on the NES provided ample inspiration for his crafty hack and slasher, but you can also see it right there in the game itself, from your fox hero's bright green outfit to the beautifully illustrated in-game manual you piece together to unravel the world's mysteries.

But speaking with Shouldice at GDC this year, I wanted to talk to him another other potential source of inspiration. Before he struck out on his own to make Tunic, Shouldice cut his teeth making hidden object games, ranging from globe-trotting mystery adventures to Atlantean-themed detective stories. On paper, this earlier work would appear to provide the perfect proving ground for Tunic, as we all know by now that it holds plenty of secrets of its own. For Shouldice, though, it was more of a reaction against his earlier work that fuelled his approach to Tunic, as he gradually came to realise his hidden object games "weren't tapping into this very specific type of mystery and discovery and player agency and true exploration that I was interested in," he says.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 7:03 AM
    

Humans are pesky creatures. Without the influence of giant crabs and smiling monkeytree giants, who knows what terrors we could unleash? We thankfully won't need to find out since deity sim Reus is coming back with a sequel: Reus 2. It's another God game with a side-on view, putting you in control of elemental titans that can terraform planets to either benefit or bully the humans that live there. Gawk at its colourful reveal trailer below:

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 7:00 AM
    

The Legend Of Zelda has always been one of my personal favourite series over the years, but being a Nintendo game, it's obviously never graced the PC in any kind of official capacity. But while we may never get to play a mainline Zelda game on PC, there's no denying it's inspired countless other developers to have a stab at it themselves, hence why we've put together this list of the best PC games like Zelda you can play right now. Whether you're looking to scratch that Tears Of The Kingdom itch or get stuck into something more retro-facing like A Link To The Past, we've got you covered. These are the best Zelda-likes on PC we'd recommend playing today.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 5:21 AM
    

Early access shooter Hrot channels the wicked energy of Quake and Dusk with a booming shotgun, fast movement, and wobbly weapon models. Old-school inspirations covered in a Soviet coat of paint that's so oppressive, it borders on horror. Two of Hrot's episodes are out now, but the shooter is leaving early access with a third on May 16th and it's one to watch.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 4:24 AM
    

The Xbox Series Wireless Controller is one of the best gamepads available for PCs, and the new eco-friendly Remix special edition has dropped to £60 on Amazon compared to a debut price of £75.

The Remix edition comes in a nifty green colour scheme, is made from recycled materials and is bundled with a free Microsoft Play & Charge kit, allowing you to replace the battery with a rechargeable Li-Ion alternative - significantly better for the environment than throwing away non-rechargeable batteries, as long as your home's energy comes from somewhat green sources.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 3:51 AM
    

The Razer Iskur is one of the few gaming chairs on the market to get the RPS seal of approval, following a review by Katherine back in 2021, and now it's been discounted over on Ebuyer.

Specifically, you can now pick up this once-£500 chair for £265 shipped, a great price for a comfortable option that suits larger frames and offers a clever lumbar support adjustment feature. For context, the same chair costs £444 on Amazon UK!

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 2:52 AM
    

Dell's 32-inch G3223Q gaming monitor has had its first major discount, thanks to a sale on the Dell UK store and a voucher code that knocks even more off the price. It's now possible to pick up this 4K 144Hz HDMI 2.1 model for £494 when you use code VOUCHERBOX4MON at the checkout, compared to £610 for the same monitor at Amazon UK - that's £116 cheaper.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, May 12, 2023 2:25 AM
    

My personal favourite SFF PC case, the Cooler Master NR200P, has dropped to £60.99 on Amazon - making it a great time to build a new Intel or AMD system. This Mini ITX case is one of the most popular options, thanks to its excellent value, thoughtful design and easy build process - and I can say that with some authority, having bought two myself.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 9:55 AM
    

Final Fantasy XIV Getting New Axolotl Mount and Ninja Dog Minion

New mounts and minions are a part of every major Final Fantasy XIV update, and the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII showed an axolotl mount and ninja dog minion will be a part of the 6.4 patch. Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi showed a number of the new additions. While extra footage of those two initial characters appeared, there were also peeks at bed and mandragora mounts and monkey and odder otter minions too.

First, here's the axolotl mount in action in Final Fantasy XIV. It greatly resembles the Axolotl Eft minion already present in the game.

Next, here's the ninja dog minion walking around Yoshida's character in Final Fantasy XIV.

People can expect to see multiple new animals after the update. When going over things to come, Yoshida and Foxclon also shared that more will appear at the Island Sanctuary. People will also be able to grow new crops and place outdoor furnishings.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and patch 6.4 will release on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 9:30 AM
    

Final Fantasy XIV 6.4 Title

New details for the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.4 appeared in the Live Letter from the Producer Part LXXVII (77). The patch was first detailed in a previous presentation, during which the title was revealed as The Dark Throne. Director and Producer Naoki "Yoshi-P" Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi hosted and announced that it would go live on May 23, 2023. Yoshida was also seen playing the newly released Tears of the Kingdom during the opening. From there, they offered more intense details about the game's update.

The biggest new additions are the new Dungeon, Raid and Trials. The Aetherfont was first detailed detailed in the previous Live Letter and is the new Dungeon. The new trials include The Voidcast Dais in Normal and Extreme difficulties, and Containment Bay Z1T9 trial with its Unreal difficulty. The new raid will Pandaemonium: Anabaseios at Normal difficulty, with the Savage difficulty to be added a week after the patch first goes live.

Also coming in patch 6.4 is the second Variant and Criterion Dungeon Mount Rokkon in Normal, Criterion, and Criterion (Savage) difficulties. Completion of the previous Variant dungeon The Sil'dihn Subterrane is not required to access the new one. Variant Dungeons can be played by casual parties of differing sizes, contain multiple story paths and have Duty Actions to make up for unbalanced party compositions. Criterion Dungeons are the higher difficulty and will require parties comprising of a tank, a healer and 2 DPS.

Additionally, the new Live Letter also detailed:

  • Duty Support added to Stormblood dungeons including The Sireonsong Sea, Bardam's Mettle, Doma Castle, Castrum Abania and Ala Mhigo.
  • Coming in 6.45 will be new content for the Blue Mage class, including an increase to a level cap of 80, new spells, gear, and duties and the addition of more enemies to the Masked Carnivale.
  • Allagan Tomestones of Comedy will be added.
  • Scholars will be able to apply Glamours to their Faerie companions.
  • Gear Set maximum will be increased to 100.
  • The Chat Log and Player Nameplates will now display Job Icons.
  • Job adjustments, which you can read more on here.
  • PvP Series 4 and Crystalline Conflict Season 7, with additional rewards for top 100 ranking players. Frontline adjustments include new UI and changes to Limit Gauge fill rate based on job
  • Changes to the Fields of Glory (Shatter) activity, including an updated map and scoring system.
  • More plots, materials, ranks and visions added to Island Sanctuaries.
  • New Relic Weapons coming in 6.45.

You can see some of the slides from the presentation in the gallery below:

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Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, with Patch 6.4 The Dark Throne is set to arrive on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 9:18 AM
    

6.4 Final Fantasy XIV Island Sanctuary Update Adds Outdoor Furnishings Support

As part of the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi went over Island Sanctuary updates. As expected, there will be a number of typical additions. For example, you can build new structures, grow new crops, raise more animals, have more isleworks handicrafts, gather from more places, and earn new rewards as you do things like go through new Sanctuary Ranks and Visions. However, there will also be new display options. Most notably, the Final Fantasy XIV Island Sanctuary will support outdoor furnishings.

The outdoor furnishings support is probably the biggest Final Fantasy XIV Island Sanctuary change. You can have up to 90 places for items. You won't have access to all 90 right away. These need to be earned via playing. You can place them anywhere, even near a structure like a house. However, you can't place a garden or striking dummy.

The update also went over additional furnishing glamours as well. Doing so binds them to you and your character. These can be dyed as well. One item can have a single glamour. The final point in this discussion's slide also noted, "Island prisms may be used to register furnishings, allowing you to place them even when not held in your inventory."

As for other 6.4 updates to the Final Fantasy XIV Island Sanctuary beyond outdoor furnishings, you can expect more of the following:

  • Animals
  • Craftable Items
  • Crops
  • Hideaway Construction Plots
  • Isleworks Handicrafts
  • Item Rewards
  • Materials
  • Sanctuary Ranks
  • Structures
  • Visions Quests
  • Wilds Gathering Area

Exact details about the new content didn't come up during the presentation's slides.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and patch 6.4 will release on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 9:06 AM
    

Final Fantasy XIV Relic Weapons

As part of the Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII detailing the upcoming patch, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida showed off some of the designs for the new weapons and gear. The weapons are all past weapon design contest winners. Meanwhile, the gear concept art shared are ones designed by the development team.

Yoshida displayed the weapon designs by holding up print outs to the camera for us to see. Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi assisted and offered additional commentary. Among them are an umbrella for the Blue Mage and an enormous, mechanized pizza cutter.

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Yoshida also showed off some upcoming armor sets:

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Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on the PC, PS4, and PS5. Patch 6.4 The Dark Throne is set to arrive on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 8:47 AM
    

See FFXIV Pandaemonium: Anabaseios Savage Raid Reward Changes

Once Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII got going, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi offered more specific details about various additions and changes. Among these were updates about Dungeons and Raids. Specifically, they showed off some of the FFXIV Pandaemonium: Anabaseios Raid and went over the Savage reward changes coming in patch 6.4.

The FFXIV Pandaemonium: Anabaseios Savage Raid reward changes all have to do with treasure coffers and the Mythos exchange. In terms of the treasures, you will see less if people completed the Duty before. The announcement noted that if over five people already did it, then you don't get anything. However, if only between one and four of the players did, then you will still get rewards. There will just be fewer than usual. The slide going over things said that one treasure offer will appear at the end. Yoshida and Foxclon's slide also noted the following two exact changes:

  • Coffers will not reward duplicate armor pieces for the same slot.
  • Body gear can be earned from Anabaseios: The Eleventh Circle.

The updated Mythos exchange rate can also be seen in the following slide from the showcase.
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Finally, here's the video clip showing part of the FFXIV Pandaemonium: Anabaseios Raid. It also briefly came up during the official 6.4 trailer.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and patch 6.4 will release on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 8:05 AM
    

Naoki Yoshida Was Playing Tears of the Kingdom Before FFXIV Letter from the Producer Live

Ahead of the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII broadcast, there was a brief segment where Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi talked and prepared. However, when one showed up on-stream, it involved another game. When Yoshida showed up for the presentation, he was carrying a The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom OLED Switch and playing the game.

When Yoshida sat down to appear on FFXIV Letter from the Producer LIVE, he had his The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch with him. He was very obviously playing during part of it. He then turned the system around and showed it to the audience, showing he was in the midst of actually playing the game.

As pointed out by Aitai Kuji CEO Audrey Lamsam, the fact Yoshida played The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ahead of the FFXIV presentation is now trending in Japan. People are sharing comments and screenshots under the hashtag #吉田ゼルダ.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and patch 6.4 will release on May 23, 2023. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is available for the Nintendo Switch.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 8:00 AM
    

Evangelion Hawaiian shirts

Japanese clothing company Cospa announced the release of two new Hawaiian shirts inspired by Evangelion. There will be two models available, one based on Rei Ayanami & Unit-00, and the other inspired by Asuka & Unit-02. Each shirts costs 14,080 JPY (roughly $105 USD). The expected release date of the shirts is early August 2023. Pre-orders for the shirts are now open from the Cospa online store, and they will close on June 11, 2023. [Thanks, 4Gamer!]

The Evangelion Hawaiian shirts will be available for a limited number of units. After the initial pre-orders period ends, reservations will close once stock is depleted. The shirts are available on sizes M, L, XL, and XXL. The pattern in each shirt displays either Rei or Asuka, alongside their respective EVA unit.

You can take a better look at the new Cospa Evangelion Hawaiian shirts in the gallery below.

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In other Evangelion news, Good Smile Company recently announced the release window for two Plamax figures of Asuka Shikinami Langley based on her appearance in the Rebuild of Evangelion movies.

The new Evangelion Hawaiian shirts based on Rei and Asuka are now available for pre-order from the Cospa online store. Each shirt costs 14,080 JPY (~$105 USD). Pre-orders close on June 11, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 7:49 AM
    

Patch 6.4 Final Fantasy XIV Job Adjustments Include Dragoon and Paladin Changes

During the Letter from the Producer LIVE Part LXXVII, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi went over the patch 6.4 Final Fantasy XIV job adjustments we can expect. In general, Yoshida explained there would be damage output rebalancing and party buff radius changes. However, both the Dragoon and Paladin in Final Fantasy XIV will see more specific changes.

First, Yoshida and Foxclon went over the more general updates. They noted there wouldn't be "large-scale changes" to how much damage every job will inflict on enemies. However, every role will be rebalanced. They didn't note if this will mean more or less damage, however. They also noted that buffs that increase damage inflicted or taken will have a larger radius. No specific ones were mentioned, but affected ones will now be 30 yalms.

As for the more focused Final Fantasy XIV job adjustments, two Dragoon attacks and one Paladin move will be changed. Here are the exact descriptions shared by Yoshida and Foxclon on a slide during the presentation.

  • Dragoon: Jump and High Jump will no longer affect the character's position as recognized by the server. In accordance with the change, both actions can now be performed while bound.
  • Paladin: Execution fo Atonement will no longer interrupt a combo.

We already knew a number of Blue Mage job adjustments would come in Final Fantasy XIV patch 6.4. Among the additions are more duty support, more equipment, and an increased level cap.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and patch 6.4 will release on May 23, 2023.

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Siliconera Friday, May 12, 2023 7:23 AM
    

XIV 6.4 date

The release date for Final Fantasy XIV Patch 6.4 has been revealed as May 23rd in the 77th Live Letter from the Producer stream. During the stream, Producer Naoki 'Yoshi P' Yoshida and Toshio 'Foxclon' Murouchi also presented a new trailer. Patch 6.4 promises new main scenario quests, the continuation of Tataru's Grand Endeavour, and more of the Hildebrand Adventures quests The previous major update, Patch 6.3, went live on January 10, 2023.

Here's the full trailer for the new patch. As you can see, Golbez features prominently during parts of it.
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As usual, this means new Main Scenario Quests. There will also be a continuation of Tataru's Grand Endeavor, though you need to have finished "Small Business, Big Dreams" and other related quests first. The Aetherfront Dungeon will appear, and there will be The Voidcast Dais and its Extreme Trial. Containment Ray Z1T9 (Unreal) will appear as the new Unreal Trial as well. When it drops, people will also be able to go through Pandaemonium: Anabaseios and Pandaemonium: Anabaseios (Savage) too.

People can also expect Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures, Further Manderville Weapons, and Splendorous Tools in 6.45.

Final Fantasy XIV is immediately available on PC, PS4, and PS5, and the release date for patch 6.4 is May 23, 2023.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, May 12, 2023 3:26 AM
     Are Koroks In Tears Of The Kingdom AnsweredIf you played anything of Breath of the Wild, even if you haven't touched it in several years. You definitely remember the Koroks and their little hide-and-seed challenge. No one can forget the Koroks. They have existed as far back as Wind Waker, being transformed versions of the Kokiri from Ocarina of Time after the Great Flood. Yet despite this earlier appearance, their presence in Breath of the Wild is the one most referenced for them being everywhere with their world famous ultimate collectible mechanic of Korok Seeds. But at least they're (hopefully?) not Imp form Kokiri anymore. So now with the Koroks summoned back from the recesses of your memory, and with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom out, the important question remains: do they return for round two? Let's find out: are Koroks in Tears of the Kingdom? Finding the Seed Companions in a hopeless place Screenshot by PC Invasion Yes. No room for ambiguity there. The game takes about...