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Kotaku Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:15 AM
    

Mortal Kombat 1, a reboot of the long-running fighting game franchise, is somehow coming to the Nintendo Switch and will also cost $70. That makes it only the second game on the platform to adopt the new price point often reserved for "next-gen" games, and the first made by an outside publisher.

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Kotaku Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:10 AM
    

A class of seniors at a Texas university almost had their diplomas rejected and graduation rescinded, all because a professor reportedly used ChatGPT to falsely determine that the students' final essays were written by artificial intelligence.

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Kotaku Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:06 AM
    

Warner Bros. Games just announced the release of Mortal Kombat 1, a rebirth and reimagining of the Mortal Kombat universe and its characters.

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PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:59 AM
     Get $220 worth of multiplayer games for the price of one

Who doesn't love some cheap multiplayer games? From Borderlands 3 to Destiny 2 Beyond Light, RPG hit Gloria Victis, and more, Humble has a big new bundle ready right now, giving you the best in buddy-to-buddy gaming for little more than a couple of cappuccinos. Supporting both the Bungie Foundation and No Kid Hungry, if you want to get some of the best multiplayer games, and support some seriously good causes, look no further.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 Lightfall review, Destiny 2 builds

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:48 AM
     All Diablo 4 shrines explained

Want to know about Diablo 4 shrines? These mini-monoliths are scattered through the cursed lands of Diablo 4, and while their purpose may be a little confusing at first, activating one will give your character temporary boosts so you can slay Lilith's hordes with ease - and reap some rewards while you're at it.

You'll have no doubt discovered a Diablo 4 shine while exploring the Diablo 4 map, but its effects may not have been immediately apparent - except for the large groups of enemies that appear from nowhere. Luckily for you, we've explored the lands of Sanctuary to discover them all along with their effects. Shrines can be considered mini-challenges, with plenty of XP up for grabs and some rewards available on completion. Here is every Diablo 4 shrine and what they do.

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

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:46 AM
     Starfield will have more hairstyles than Fallout 4, based on science

We're all mentally preparing our own Starfield characters. How will they look? What will they wear? What will be their background? But with the Bethesda RPG game just around the corner, and the Starfield Direct even nearer, it seems the space sim has the edge on its cousin, Fallout 4, in one very niche, but very important way. Using objective observation and deductive reasoning, it's been discerned that Bethesda's latest will allow for a large variety of hairstyles, helping Starfield character creation to really go with a bang(s).

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield ship design, Starfield Game Pass

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:38 AM
     How to choose the right Valorant agent

Are you wondering how to choose the right Valorant agent? All Valorant characters are viable, but not all of them work for every player. If you're hard stuck in Silver for over a month, there are high chances you've committed to the wrong guy (or an agent in this scenario). It's worth mixing things up and finding the right match for your unique play style. Who knows, it might help you break the monotony in Riot's FPS game and bring you closer to the coveted red badge!

Valorant has a loaded roster of 21 agents, but who is "the one" for you? We've spent hands-on time with the full list of agents, and we've got the step-by-step instructions on how to find the one you'll gel the most with.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Valorant Night Market dates, Valorant ranks, Valorant crosshair codes

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:33 AM
     Stardew Valley meets Fable in new medieval life game

If you are a fan of farming games like Stardew Valley, then upcoming indie fantasy experience Mirthwood may just be the perfect thing for you to look forward to. This cozy game does not yet have an officia release date just yet, and is set to be developer Bad Ridge Games' first go in the industry.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Stardew Valley multiplayer, Stardew Valley realism, The best Stardew Valley mods

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:07 AM
     The 11 best Minecraft texture packs to download in 2023

Looking for the best Minecraft texture packs for 1.19? These colorful and game-altering texture packs can will turn your world into an entirely new experience. Of course, Minecraft's low-fi charm is part of the draw, but texture packs range from subtle changes to an all-over reskin, so you can choose just how much you want to leave vanilla Minecraft behind.

Just like the best Minecraft mods and shaders, texture packs can help give an entirely new feel to one of the best PC games of the last decade, and is just one of many ways of keeping the sandbox game feeling fresh after all these years. While some mods can alter gameplay, and shaders change the quality and style of the graphics, texture packs allow you to add a new skin to existing blocks. Included in our list of the best texture packs, you'll find realistic blocks, cartoonish overhauls, and cute changes to the way Minecraft mobs look.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:05 AM
     Destiny 2 season 21 weapon changes add explosions galore

The Destiny 2 season 21 release date is imminent, and a raft of Destiny 2 season 21 weapon changes reveal that we're in for plenty of explosions. Explosions! After all, who doesn't love explosions? With buffs incoming for Eyes of Tomorrow and Sweet Business among others, there's going to be all manner of ways to blow even more stuff up in Destiny 2 once the Season of the Deep arrives in Bungie's space game.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 Lightfall review, Destiny 2 builds

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:01 AM
     How to change skins in Minecraft

Wondering how to change skins in Minecraft? Depending on which version of the game you are playing on PC, the way to change skins is different, but both are simple.

There are a lot of cool skins out there, including nine default skins to choose from, allowing you to roam one of the best PC games of the last decade dressed as anyone you fancy. Want a Spider-Man skin? You got it. Master Chief? Reporting in. The sky's the limit, and you don't even need any Minecraft mods to use them. But, as we said, you do need to know which version of Minecraft you're playing from the Minecraft Java and Bedrock launcher.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:03 AM
     Diablo 4 Necromancer class, skills, and summons explained

Want to know more about the Diablo 4 Necromancer class skills? Of course you do! It wouldn't be Diablo without the Necromancer, and we're delighted to see this enduring fan favourite and their many undead friends join the campfire. However, the Necromancer skills have received some tweaks, so let us walk you through it.

As in previous RPG games in Blizzard's long-standing series, the Diablo 4 Necromancer class is primarily a summoner specializing in raising a skeletal militia and hulking golems to overpower every enemy. Blizzard has confirmed that this iteration of the class will be the most customizable in the series, and we can attest to it. Here's our compilation of all the Necromancer skills, to help you to decide if this ghoulish spellcaster is right for you.

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

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:53 AM
     Metal band Ghost just announced their own game, seriously

I'm trying to keep calm here, but Ghost - yes, the metal band - has teased their own videogame, Escape the Ministry. Set in the hallowed halls of the band's satanic church, much of the puzzle game will be familiar to fans of the metal titans and their long-running lore video series, with fan-favorite Papa Emeritus IV, affectionately known as 'C', presumably taking place as our protagonist.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best puzzle games, Escape the Ministry reveal, Best survival games

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:32 AM
     Fallout 5 release date speculation, single-player, and latest details

What is the Fallout 5 release date? Following the reveal and subsequent release of the multiplayer spin-off Fallout 76, news and rumours about a proper Fallout 5 have been scarce. It has been a while since we witnessed the bombs drop and enjoyed our single-player sojourn through Fallout 4's Boston, and it's fair to say that few were left satisfied by Bethesda's foray into multiplayer with Fallout 76, which was devoid of human NPCs, traditional questing, and basically, all the things we've come to love about the series on its release.

Naturally, then, we're already itching for news of the Fallout 5 release date – unless that's a pesky Radroach bite. No, no, we're pretty sure it's excitement. Numbered releases in the Fallout series can be half a decade apart, so we could be waiting a long time before we can pick at the remains of a new Fallout location. But if the game's heritage is anything to go by, a new entry in the series could very well be one of the best PC games ever. So, for the moment, we'll have to be satisfied with rumors and hearsay: there is little in terms of Fallout 5 news. We've compiled all the Fallout 5 information that's currently out there below, along with our Fallout 5 wishlist.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fallout 5 news, Fallout 76 release date, Elder Scrolls 6 news

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:10 AM
     Sink your fangs into Secrets of Gloomrot with V Rising Steam sale

What better way to celebrate the Secrets of Gloomrot expansion than with a V Rising Steam sale? Stunlock Studios has marked their iconic survival game down by 20% in honor of the expansive update. With a huge new map to explore and a variety of enemies never before seen in V Rising, there is no better time than now for fans to ready their thirst for virtual blood.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: V Rising server settings, V Rising tips, The best V Rising base locations

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:30 AM
     Caffeine-free version of Sneak Energy drink is good news for gamers

Sneak Energy, the popular energy drink for gamers, has added a caffeine-free version, Sneak Hydrate, to its catalog. The caffeine-free Sneak Energy flavors are Cherry Bomb, Electric Mango, and Raspberry Lemonade. With a lot of drinks, people complain that the variations without caffeine tend not to taste as nice, but having tried these ourselves, we can confirm that this tastes just as delicious as the original - a delightful treat to enjoy while playing the best PC games (especially the Raspberry Lemonade, my favorite).


PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:52 AM
     Best Honkai Star Rail Asta build

Looking for the best Honkai Star Rail Asta build? Building Asta into your Honkai Star Rail squad is a perfect lesson in never turning your nose up at a free character in a gacha game. The inquisitive leader of the Herta Space Station is offered up as the first character you'll roll for in the game's warp tutorial, and by turning the heat up just a little with her, she can be baked into a mighty addition to any team in need of speed and attack buffs or break effectivity.

Getting the most out of what Honkai Star Rail gives you for free is important, so be sure to check our list of all Honkai Star Rail codes for wishing on the current and next banners. Alongside this, seeing where Asta lies on our Honkai Star Rail tier list will give you an idea of her viability, and help cement her as one of the best support characters right now.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Honkai Star Rail review, Honkai Star Rail codes, Honkai Star Rail tier list

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:37 AM
     Best Diablo 4 Barbarian build

If you love to rip and tear, our best Diablo 4 Barbarian build is the one for you. After a rocky performance in earlier beta tests, the Diablo 4 Barbarian received a slew of balance changes that may leave you feeling unsure how to spec at launch. Thankfully, our best build rises to the occasion, and – in our experience – puts all other builds to shame.

Of course, our hunt to find the best Diablo 4 Barbarian build necessitated a trip into Sanctuary during the Diablo 4 beta, where we got to grips with all the changes to the RPG game's well-loved classes. While the Barbarian's kit has received a bit of a shake-up with the introduction of the arsenal system, it's still the dedicated melee class we know and love. That said, Diablo 4 skill trees are as versatile as they've ever been, and it's easy to spec into a sluggish skill rotation. To avoid that, here's the best Diablo 4 Barbarian build if you're looking to get your hands dirty in potentially one of the best PC games of this year.

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

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:38 AM
     Mortal Kombat 1 is the next MK game, and it arrives in September

Mortal Kombat 1 is the name of the next Mortal Kombat game. That's right - forget Mortal Kombat 12, because as we expected the next major installment for one of the biggest and best fighting games is a complete rebirth of its universe. The Mortal Kombat 1 reveal trailer pulls no punches, with a delivery that's as classically bloody and x-rated as ever.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best fighting games, Mortal Kombat 1 reveal, Upcoming games

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:01 AM
     Lords of the Fallen release date joined by four minutes of gameplay

The Lords of the Fallen release date is here, as the Souls-like game debuts four minutes of new cutscenes and gameplay alongside all the different editions you can buy. I'm super excited to see what this spin of action RPGs can offer, so it's great that Lords of the Fallen looks fantastic to boot.

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PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:51 AM
     Nvidia announces RTX 4060 family of GPUs, pricing starts at $299

It's official, the Nvidia RTX 4060 family is on its way. Three new GeForce GPUs will arrive in the next months, with the Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti leading the charge on May 24. Mark your calendars, folks, that's only six days away.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: RTX 4070 review, DLSS explained, Best graphics cards

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:55 AM
     Sega wants to make its new games more expensive

The creators behind hit games like Sonic Frontiers and Yakuza at Sega is considering following in other publishers' footsteps by increasing their prices for upcoming games to a base $70. Well-known companies like Nintendo, Microsoft, and Ubisoft have recently made similar changes, receiving mixed reactions from players in the midst of other price increases.


PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:48 AM
     Street Fighter 6's Battle Hub is just what the series needs

With the Street Fighter 6 beta just about to kick off, Capcom has given us a more detailed look at the Street Fighter 6 Battle Hub that provides the perfect home for practice, ranked gameplay, and tournament play. It's looking set up to be one of the best fighting game lobbies around, with plenty of cool ways to study and improve - whether you're taking it casually or eyeing up the $2 million prize pool offered at the Capcom Pro Tour 2023.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Street Fighter 6 release date, Street Fighter 6 roster , Street Fighter 6 preview

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:38 AM
     Hawken Reborn is having a rough time on Steam

Hawken Reborn Steam reviews suggest a rocky comeback for the 505 robot game, as microtransactions and optimisation issues see the shooter sequel already rated 'mostly negative,' despite anticipation for its return after 16 years. A multiplayer favourite, the original Hawken launched in 2007 and developed a substantial cult following. However, Hawken Reborn, from Payday and Control publisher 505, seems to be struggling to capitalise on that success.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best robot games, Best multiplayer games, Best co-op games

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:46 AM
     Best Hogwarts Legacy mods 2023

Looking for the best Hogwarts Legacy mods? You're in luck. The wizarding world of Harry Potter is vast, and Portkey Games' offering looks to give players a full, rich Hogwarts experience. But what if you want to change something, or what if there are things you wish to add? Mods could be the way for you to put your own stamp on the game.

Open-world games are notorious for their mods. They give RPG games a second life once the main story is done and dusted and you've explored every inch of the world. Some of the best PC games have found a way to extend their life tenfold due to the inventiveness of their players. Which Hogwarts Legacy mods will you use to leave your mark on the world of Harry Potter?

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Hogwarts Legacy mods, All Hogwarts Legacy spells, Hogwarts Legacy system requirements

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:32 AM
     Best Warzone 2 SMG for season 3

Looking for the best Warzone 2 SMG? A submachine gun is invaluable in Warzone 2, as it's able to fill in as a solid secondary when paired with a long-range gun, or as a primary if you're the type of player who enjoys getting up close and personal. Ideal for pushing a wounded enemy, these lightweight guns may not carry a long effective range, but when you're up close, you'll decimate the opposition.

The best Warzone 2 SMG is the Lachmann Sub, also known as the MP5. This gun has the best mobility out of all the best Warzone 2 guns, and it packs a serious punch up close if you kit it out with the right attachments, so much so that it also features in our guide to the overall best Warzone 2 loadout drops. Here's our full list of the best Warzone 2 SMGs and the attachments you'll want to kit them out with before dropping into one of the best free PC games of the year.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Warzone 2 guns, Best Warzone 2 loadout, Warzone 2 map

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:26 AM
     Starfield release date, latest news, and gameplay

When is the Starfield release date? It was initially going to be in November 2022, but Bethesda announced a Starfield delay into 2023. Thankfully, we still got a pretty decent showing of the new open-world game at the Xbox and Bethesda showcase over the summer.

To put it lightly; Starfield has potential. Potential to be one of the best PC games ever. Although the finer details from the space-faring, open-world (open-galaxy?) game haven't risen to the surface yet, we do know some things. We know the Starfield release date, and we've pieced together every last scrap of information from interviews, trailers, and passing comments from devs to build a picture of what we all might be playing this year. Here's everything we know about Starfield so far.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield ship design, Starfield Game Pass

PCGamesN Thursday, May 18, 2023 6:43 AM
     Is Starship Troopers Extermination crossplay?

Will there be Starship Troopers Extermination crossplay? Following its early access launch, we wanted to find out whether you'll be able to team up in the 16-player co-op FPS with players from other platforms. After all, it looks like you'll need all the help you can get against the hordes of giant insects.

Squad up and arm yourself with your Deep Space Vanguard Trooper gear as the Bugs descend and threaten existence. In Starship Troopers Extermination, team up with three other players to complete missions, squash Bugs, and extract. Your army won't be alone in the co-op game though, as four isn't many troopers to defend against this attack. You're on the ground with three other squads, meaning up to 16 players can play together - but do all those players have to be on PC? Read on to find out more about Starship Troopers Extermination crossplay.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:37 AM
    

The Electronic Wireless Show is not bound by your mortal rules, which is why even though this is a PC gaming podcast we're going to talk about Zelda, dammit all, because everyone else gets to talk about Tears Of The Kingdom and we're just as cool as them. We (attempt to) talk about our favourite Zelda games of the past, our favourite Zelda-likes on PC, and I explain how Tears Of The Kingdom works to Nate and James. Honestly though, we don't make it very far, because it turns out the lads haven't ever played a Zelda game before. At least, Nate might have. We're not entirely sure.

We do also talk about what we've been playing this week as well - which include some old favourites, some new secrets, and Gaben's tiny hands - and give some great new recommendations. Nate also delivers a very involved mini-game involving beans and aliens, and James doesn't talk about the Asus ROG Ally.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:20 AM
    

Soulslike RPG Lords Of The Fallen - previously The Lords Of The Fallen - is coming out on October 13th, an appropriately spooky date considering how many twisted monsters are on display. Halfway between sequel and reboot, this newest game is set a thousand years after 2014's original game of the same name, and features all the dark fantasy tropes you love from the Soulslike subgenre. Take a look at the very metal gameplay reveal below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:46 AM
    

Mortal Kombat fans have been relentlessly teased these past few weeks with MK12 name-drops in the middle of an investor call, developer jokes online, and brief clips that hinted at a timeline reset (plus a nasty case of leakage). Developer Netherrealm have now ended the speculation and announced the next game in their brutal fighting series: Mortal Kombat 1. And it's coming September 19th.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:33 AM
    

Lego 2K Drive has stirred up a surprising amount of thoughts, perhaps moreso than any other video game so far this year. I think it's because the game is an open world kart racer, a combination of words that sing to my nostalgic love for old-school racers, where as a kid I'd worshipped the majesty of Muppets Race Mania and Mario Kart (this is the only time I mention Mario Kart). In all respects, 2K Drive nails Lego's historically strong presentation, with slick courses and a genuinely lovely combo of grassy hills and dusty plains which certainly seem like a chip off Forza Horizon's shiny paint job. Building is upheld too, as a mighty garage lets anyone create an interesting set of wheels. The wheels start spinning, though, as the live service gates start closing. I don't think the gates totally shut off what's meant to be a fun time, but it certainly tries. Even an innocent kart racer can't escape the perils of live service, it seems.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:00 AM
    

Hey hey, we're finally getting some real mid-rangers in the RTX 40 series, as Nvidia have announced the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4060 GPUs. These will finally bring Nvidia's Ada Lovelace architecture, complete with improved ray tracing performance and DLSS 3 support, beneath the £400 mark.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 8:42 AM
    

Thatgamecompany, the widely admired studio behind Flower and Journey, are bringing their peaceful MMO Sky: Children Of The Light to PC. The game's all about flying through endless fluffy clouds, exploring ancient ruins, and befriending wordless strangers throughout the chill open world. There's no release window yet, but check out its gorgeous new trailer below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 6:37 AM
    

Telltale are ready to release their first new game since their sort-of revival, in collaboration with fellow adventure game experts Deck Nine. Episodic adventure The Expanse: A Telltale Series will debut on July 27th with its first episode, with four more episodes dropping every two weeks - hopefully keeping those water cooler conversations alive. The full game should be available to binge starting from September 21st, 2023.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, May 18, 2023 5:31 AM
    

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was released on a rocky road last month, bogged down by some troublesome technical problems. After a series of patches, our James took a second look at the sequel, where he said, "neither of these really make Jedi: Survivor's PC performance good, merely less bad." Now, developer Respawn continues its mission to lessen the badness with a fifth patch aimed at performance and stability.

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Twinfinite Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:41 AM
     We can't always see eye to eye.

Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:30 AM
    

Watch Clive Fight a Morbol in Final Fantasy XVI

Square Enix regularly shares clips from Final Fantasy XVI showcasing gameplay, and the latest features Clive facing a Morbol and a Knight of the Blinding Dawn. These latest segments seem to show his period of life when he was acting as the First Shield of Rosaria. As he wasn't the Dominant of Phoenix, he took on that role to support and protect his brother Joshua. While the Knight of the Blinding Dawn is a new foe, the Morbol is a recurring Final Fantasy enemy that also shows up in titles under the name Malboro.

We start by seeing Clive face the Morbol in Final Fantasy XVI. He doesn't have any Eikons yet, so he's using only skills available to him. On the left, we can see he has four Potions and three High Potions for healing, as well as a Stoneskin Tonic. (In past Final Fantasy games, Stoneskin can increase defense.) He also has access to an attack, a fire spell, a Phoenix Shift, and a jump. When the Knight of the Blinding Dawn fight begins, we can see that holding R2 changes the Attack option to the Rising Flames ability, which Clive uses as the video draws to a close.

As a reminder, we also recently learned that Final Fantasy XVI would be on the June 2023 cover of Game Informer magazine. Square Enix shared the art, which shows Clive and Ifrit on the front and Joshua and Phoenix on the back.

Final Fantasy XVI will come to the PlayStation 5 on June 22, 2023. There will be a six-month exclusivity period. There is also a PS5 console bundle with a digital copy.

The post Watch Clive Fight a Morbol in Final Fantasy XVI appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:00 AM
    

Next Guilty Gear Strive DLC Is Asuka R. Kreutz

As teased back in March 2023, the last season 2 Guilty Gear Strive DLC character will be Asuka R. Kreutz. A new trailer appeared showing him off in-game. Those of us familiar with both this installment and the series in general will recognize how notable his inclusion is. He'll debut on May 25, 2023. If someone has the Season Pass 2, they'll already get the character. However, as with past add-ons, he'll be sold separately for $6.99 as well. On the same day he debuts, the Tir na Nog battle stage will appear. Free 25th anniversary color options for 24 characters will appear on that day for all players as well, and there will be 48 paid color options on sale as well.

Those who already played through Guilty Gear Strive got to see quite a bit of Asuka R. Kreutz ahead of his DLC debut. He features prominently in the story, and part of the game's adventure kicks off with him willingly being taken into custody. However, we didn't get to see him really fight until now. After his introduction in the trailer, gameplay begins at about the 23 second mark. That also involves a look at the Tir na Nog stage. People can see the free and paid color options for the 24 characters starting at the 1:32 mark.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpxOjoBDJBY&ab_channel=BandaiNamcoEntertainmentSoutheastAsia
The video closes with a reminder that Bridget, Delilah and Bedman?, and Sin Kiske are also a part of season 2, and that season 3 is on the way.

Guilty Gear Strive is available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC, and the Asuka R. Kreutz DLC release date is May 25, 2023.

The post Next Guilty Gear Strive DLC Is Asuka R. Kreutz appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:40 AM
    

My Hero Ultra Rumble Open Beta Dates Set

Bandai Namco announced when a PS4 My Hero Ultra Rumble open beta will be held, sharing times and dates. the first session runs May 25-26, 2023. Then a second There will appear May 26, 2023 through June 1, 2023. 15 playable characters during this beta, with Denki "Stun Gun Hero: Chargebolt" Kaminari, Itsuka "Battle Fist" Kendo, and Tenya "Turbo Hero: Ingenium" Iida new to the cast. There's also a new trailer showing off the free-to-play battle royale. A previous beta appeared in August 2022.

Here are the exact dates and times for the My Hero Ultra Rumble Open Beta:

  • Phase 1: May 25, 2023 at 7pm PT/10pm ET/4am CET to May 26, 2023 at 3am PT/6am ET/12pm CET
  • Phase 2: May 26, 2023 at 7pm PT/10pm ET/4am CET to June 1, 2023 at 11pm PT/2am ET/8am CET

And here's the list of everyone who will be a playable character during this PS4 open beta.

  • Atsuhiro "Mr. Compress" Sako
  • Dabi
  • Denki "Stun Gun Hero: Chargebolt" Kaminari
  • Himiko Toga
  • Itsuka "Battle Fist" Kendo
  • Izuku "Deku" Midoriya
  • Katsuki "Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight" Bakugo
  • Ken "Cementoss" Ishiyama
  • Ochaco "Uravity" Uraraka
  • Shoto Todoroki
  • Tenya "Turbo Hero: Ingenium" Ida
  • Tomura Shigaraki
  • Toshinori "All Might" Yagi
  • Tsuyu "Froppy" Asui
  • Yu "Mt. Lady" Takeyama

Finally, here's a trailer showing us the game. First it shows off the cast that will be in the open beta. Then it heads into gameplay and reminds people this is a 24-player battle royale where everyone is part of a trio and eight teams face off to be the last one standing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wfixp31RvM&ab_channel=BandaiNamcoEntertainmentAmerica

My Hero Ultra Rumble will come to the PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and PC "soon," and the PS4 Open Beta dates are May 25026, 2023 and May 26, 2023-June 1, 2023.

The post My Hero Ultra Rumble Open Beta Dates Set appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:00 AM
    

Honkai: Star Rail Getting Chat System, Character Camera Mode Adjustments

HoYoVerse went over some of the things people can expect in the 1.1 Honkai: Star Rail update and beyond, and they include a story change, Camera Mode character expression adjustments, and an easier way to find enemies for items. Some adjustments involve specific characters, like Seele. Those will show up beyond 1.1 as a result.

There are two major additions confirmed for the 1.1 update. One is that Honkai: Star Rail will get a Chat System. This will allow someone to chat with someone who is on their friends list, in the same sort of way as Genshin Impact. As they're no multiplayer, this could work just while someone is online at the same time. The enemy drop materials will also be more detailed. If there's an item you're looking for and you select its sources page, you can see exactly which enemies would drop it and where. The Honkai: Star Rail Camera Mode will also offer more in character expressions for people, with the example image showing Dan Heng in 1.0 and in 1.1.
[caption id="attachment_963956" align="alignnone" width="984"]Honkai: Star Rail Getting Chat System, Character Camera Mode Adjustments Image via HoYoVerse[/caption]

As for changes coming after the 1.1 update, there are some related to the Honkai: Star Rail story and Seele's ultimate. The Xianzhou Luofu Trailblaze Missions will no longer include the Sanctus Medicus Missions like they did in 1.0. These will become Adventure Missions instead in the future. As for Seele, her Ultimate attack involves flashing imagery. Another update will add settings to allow people to mitigate and avoid discomfort from that.

As for changes coming after the 1.1 update, there are some related to the Honkai: Star Rail story and Seele's ultimate. The Xianzhou Luofu Trailblaze Missions will no longer include the Sanctus Medicus Missions like they did in 1.0. These will become Adventure Missions instead in the future. As for Seele, her Ultimate attack involves flashing imagery. Another update will add settings to allow people to mitigate and avoid discomfort from that.

Honkai: Star Rail is available for PCs and mobile devices, and PS4 and PS5 versions are in development.

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Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:40 AM
    

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet HOME Support Arrives Next Week

Nintendo promised Pokemon Scarlet and Violet would get Pokemon HOME support post-launch, and now it's about to happen. On May 24, 2023, people will be able to access their boxes via the service and pull from the ones they already have. This will also coincide with the launch of the 3.0.0 patch for the Switch games. Also, as usual, there will be special versions of the starters for people who use the service.

The official announcement noted people who use Pokemon HOME with Pokemon Scarlet or Violet get the three starters with their Hidden Abilities as Mystery Gift bonuses for doing so. This means the Fuecoco would arrive with Unaware, that Quaxly would come with Moxie, and Sprigatito would know Protean. There will be some limitations. You won't be able to send Paldean Pokemon to other titles where they didn't exist yet. However, characters from say Let's Go, Pikachu or Eevee or Sword and Shield that are in the new games could be transferred.

There's also new, celebratory art to honor the upcoming Pokemon HOME support.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available for the Nintendo Switch. Pokemon HOME is available on the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices.

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Siliconera Thursday, May 18, 2023 9:08 AM
    

Mortal Kombat 1 Release Date New Mortal Kombat Game

Over the last few weeks, Netherrealm Studios and Series Creator Ed Boon teased a new Mortal Kombat game is on the way with a September 19, 2023 release date. We were told to expect a reveal on May 18, 2023, and it happened. On , people will see Mortal Kombat 1. The official site is open, and Shang Tsung and beta access confirmed as pre-order bonuses. The first trailer is also online. It will have rollback netcode and eventually cross-play or cross-progression.

Here is how Mortal Kombat 1 will look:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZ6eFEjFfJ0&ab_channel=MortalKombat

The announcement noted that this is essentially a reboot with reimagined characters. In addition to confirming the return of Liu Kang, Kitana, Mileena, Raiden, Kung Lao, Scorpion, Sub Zero, and Johnny Cage. Standard copies will be $69.99. Premium Editions will be $109.99 and include early access on September 14, 2023, 1,250 Dragon Krystals currency, and a Kombat Pack with six playable characters, five Kameo characters, and a Jean-Claude Van Damme version of Johnny Cage. The $249.99 Kollector's Edition is only for the PS5 and Xbox Series X and comes with everything in the Premium version, a Liu Kang skin, art prints, a steel case, a Liu Kang 16.5 inch figure, and 1,450 more Dragon Krystals.

We already knew a new Mortal Kombat game would appear in 2023. During the Warner Bros Discovery Fourth Quarter 2022 Earnings Call, it said "the highly anticipated Mortal Kombat 12 would be among the upcoming titles from the company.

The last entry in the series was Mortal Kombat 11 and its Aftermath expansion. That saw certain characters take on new roles in the series. One of the teases for this new entry also showcased Kronika's Sands of Time hourglass, which played an important role in the game.

Mortal Kombat will come to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC and has a September 19, 2023 release date.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:59 AM
     Tears Of The Kingdom King DorephanThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has a beefy main quest for you to get through. Much like its predecessor, you can tackle any of the four main objectives given to you in whatever order you prefer to do them. When you decide to do one, after probably doing nothing but side activities for 20 hours, you might choose to investigate the Zora regional phenomena, doing so will lead you on a quest that involves finding King Dorephan in his hiding spot. Here's our guide on where to find King Dorephan in Tears of the Kingdom. Where to find King Dorephan in Tears of the Kingdom Finding King Dorephan can be a bit of a pain if you don't know where to look. To begin with, you can hear about his hidden place from some people talking about it in the throne room. To be able to listen in on their conversation, you need to approach them by sneaking from behind the throne and eavesdropping. They don't tell you a certain location mind you, only some vague hints. Screensh...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:56 AM
     Zelda Tears Of The Kingdom Farm Bomb FlowersBomb Flowers are one of the strongest items in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Whether you're struggling with hard bosses or a group of tough enemies, one or two well-placed Bomb Flower shots can make your troubles go away… as long as you're not standing too close to the blast zone. Then, you'll have another problem on your hands. Here is the best way to farm Bomb Flowers in Tears of the Kingdom. Tears of the Kingdom: Best ways to farm Bomb Flowers There are two ways that I like to farm Bomb Flowers in Tears of the Kingdom: head west from Nisoij Lightroot to Iayusus and use the duplicate items method. Farm Bomb Flowers — In the Depths The most simple way to farm Bomb Flowers is to go to the Depths. You might as well kill two birds with one stone and unlock the Autobuild ability by going down the Hyrule Field Chasm which is located just north of Jiosin Shrine. Screenshot: PC Invasion Once here, you can trav...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:54 AM
     Sword Of The Hero Tears Of The Kingdom GuideBefore he had the Master Sword, Link's weapon of choice was a much simpler blade. But the Sword of the Hero is definitely one of the better one-handed swords in Tears of the Kingdom. And there's no better friend to have at your side when it's too dangerous to go alone. So, here's how you can find the Sword of the Hero in Tears of the Kingdom. Tears of the Kingdom: How to find the Sword of the Hero The Sword of the Hero is located in the Depths, just like many of the other classic pieces of equipment. Unfortunately, getting to its location in the Depths is a bit of a pain. You'll first want to head over to the Birida Lookout Chasm located in the Gerudo Highlands. Check the map below for the exact location. Screenshot by PC Invasion From this entrance point in the Depths, you need to work your way to the northeast. There'll be two Lightroots you can get on the way as shown on the map below. Additionally, it's a good idea to h...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:33 AM
     How To Tie Link's Hair In A Ponytail Tears Of The KingdomDo you miss Link's tied-back hair from Breath of the Wild? In Tears of the Kingdom, he lost his hair tie after the Upheaval, with his usual hair now just long and free. Surprisingly, there's a way to tie Link's hair back up into that same hairstyle. If you're wondering how to tie Link's hair into a ponytail in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, keep on reading. How to get Link's hair band in Tears of the Kingdom Luckily, if you want this hairstyle again, you can find his Well-Worn Hair Band somewhere in the game. First, you'll want to make it to Hateno Village. Remember Link's house that you could build in Breath of the Wild? If you return to the same spot, your house is still intact. But now, it seems as though Zelda took over residence before her disappearance. Check her diary by the bed, and keep going past a few pages. You'll see that Zelda got Hudson to build a secret room for her. Due to needing a ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:08 AM
     Tears Of The Kingdom Great Sky Island FeaturedThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom starts off strong, boasting a massive tutorial that allows you to explore a big area, complete shrines, find cool secrets, and have a bunch of fun along the way. It's a lot like Breath of the Wild in this regard, where that game starts you on the Great Plateau and has you chasing down a few shrines before continuing into the world of Hyrule. Tears of the Kingdom offers up the Great Sky Island, and it's just as packed with things to do. One question remains though, after the tutorial, how do you get back to the Great Sky Island? Here's our guide on how to get back to the Great Sky Island in Tears of the Kingdom. How to get back to the Great Sky Island in Tears of the Kingdom Getting back to the Great Sky Island is extremely easy to do. You actually have two options to get there, one being much quicker than the other. The first option is to just find your way back up there, whether that's through using the Skyview Towers, or flying yourse...

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Thursday, May 18, 2023 8:00 AM
     Fabled Sagas has captivated Kickstarter backers with their latest project, the anime-style trading card game Fabled-S TCG: Archnotes. With a unique combination of immersive mechanics, distinctive design, and an enchanting lore rooted in a vast fantasy world, Fabled-S has garnered substantial support. As of now, the project has secured $338,014 in pledges, far surpassing the …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Thursday, May 18, 2023 6:48 AM
     In the realm of historical war board games, Old School Wargames has emerged as a notable player, further demonstrated by the success of their Kickstarter campaign for "Gettysburg 1863." It's the fourth volume in the company's Civil War Brigade Series, and it's leaving quite an impression, with $37,764 pledged of its modest $1,863 goal. With …

WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:47 AM
     Following some teases and even a few leaks, Netherealm has officially announced a new entry in the long-running Mortal Kombat series titled Mortal Kombat 1. A delightfully gory trailer confirmed that the new game will be launching on September 19th of this year for Xbox Series S/X, Playstation 5, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Thursday, May 18, 2023 11:00 AM
    

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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Thursday, May 18, 2023 4:07 AM
    

The team also announced that they will instead incorporate co-op gameplay and co-op experiences as story missions

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