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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:39 AM
    

Former Dota 2 and StarCraft pro Souaïb 'cArn' Hanaf became Diablo IV's first player to hit level 100 while playing on Hardcore mode (where death is permanent), immortalizing his name within the new hit action-RPG. But his overpowered Barbarian later died in the worst way possible, the grim fantasy world of Sanctuary's…

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:00 AM
    

It's June 2023 and there are too many video games. Not the big ones—those are rare and increasingly so—but every tier under that is absolutely stacked with new releases, so many that it's almost impossible to keep tabs on them all.

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:50 AM
    

Spacebound survival game No Man's Sky received a massive surprise update early on June 7, expanding on April's stocked Interceptor update. This one, christened the "Singularity," is "part expedition and part update with a ton of new content, story, gameplay and some of our most exciting rewards," developer Hello Games…

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:35 AM
    

On June 6, popular streaming service Twitch rolled out a set of new advertisement rules that spell trouble for streamers large and small. The rules are directly related to branded content streamers add into their streams, which are a crucial source of revenue for creators, and the new set of rules could very well mean…

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:30 AM
    

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:00 AM
    

My first foray into the world of Pokémon as a kid was the Generation 3 games, Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. So it brought me great pleasure to hear of a new project led by a group of video game preservationists, working to restore a lost web-browser-based Pokémon game that was released during the transition from Gen 3 to…

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 8:30 AM
    

Developer Toys For Bob has been working on the Crash Bandicoot series since it released the remade Crash N. Sane Trilogy in 2017. What started as a chance to recapture the spirit of Naughty Dog's original PlayStation trilogy for a modern audience has turned into a steady gig, expanding upon a franchise that jumped…

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Kotaku Wednesday, June 7, 2023 8:00 AM
    

On June 16, The Pokémon Company in Japan will finally release the enormously anticipated Pokémon Card 151 set of trading cards. The reason people are so excited? Well, in large part it's because this is the first time the original 151 Generation 1 Pokémon will be released together in a set in over two decades. Also,…

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PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:44 AM
     Muscle Legends codes June 2023

What are the latest Muscle Legends codes? You have a pretty clear objective in Muscle Legends; get jacked, and smash any person who stands in your way. Becoming yolked can be a time-consuming process, however, so we've dug around and found several Muscle Legends codes that will make the transformation a little less painful.

The Roblox game, much like many others, offers free codes to its most dedicated players, gifting them currency to spend on getting bigger, and strength boosts to help them get... stronger. Here are all the currently active Muscle Legends codes to help you dominate the free PC game as a shredded monster.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:05 AM
     RimWorld gets a taste of the Middle Ages in Norland

Norland is a unique simulation game in which you run your very own medieval kingdom—class conflicts, crime, treachery, and all. You have to deal with every wonderful aspect of living in the Middle Ages, from slave revolts to secret murders. Norland mirrors RimWorld in many ways, as it contains elements of serious strategy gameplay and unforgiving city builder mechanics. The game is set to be developer and publisher Long Jaunt's first title, and I personally cannot wait to control my own little noble family after seeing Norland's gameplay overview.


PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:02 AM
     Honkai Star Rail 1.1 compensation gives you free Stellar Jade

As the Honkai Star Rail 1.1 update launches, there's great news for players looking to grab one of the incoming characters on the Honkai Star Rail banners. Due to the extended server maintenance period, developer HoYoverse is offering you a sizable pile of Stellar Jade as compensation to help you buy Star Rail Passes and grab your Honkai Star Rail faves in the gacha anime game.

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

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:45 AM
     More Steam users are flocking to Windows 11

Despite a bumpy ride during its 19-month lifespan, things are really starting to look up for Windows 11. Microsoft's OS is getting more and more popular with Steam users all the time, and the operating system has just achieved a new gaming PC adoption milestone. Is 2023 the year Windows 11 finally gains mass adoption?

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Steam FAQ, Steam family sharing, Steam in-home streaming

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:38 AM
     Red Dead Redemption 2 rockets up top sellers list with big Steam sale

If you missed the sales earlier this year, you can grab Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 at a steep discount in the current Steam sale, and the western game has even scraped into the top ten current best sellers on the storefront because of it, yet again.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best story games on PC, Best western games, Best sandbox games

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:30 AM
     Diablo 4 system requirements

What are Diablo 4 system requirements? You don't need a godlike PC to avoid hellish performance in Diablo 4, as the RPG will run on common tier hardware. That said, Blizzard has packed plenty of features for those with legendary calibre systems.

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MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:27 AM
     The Day Before will be

The Day Before should be back up on Steam soon, as developer Fntastic recommits to the launch date of the FPS game while diving into The Day Before's systems, mechanics, and controversial volunteer structure at the studio. With The Day Before release date still supposedly fairly soon, the team has also released a brand new CGI trailer as well.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best PC survival games, Best PC zombie games, The Day Before release date

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:28 AM
     Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible?

Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible? Playing Diablo 4 on your Steam Deck seems like a heavenly idea, but there are a few catches you should be aware of. It's not all doom and gloom, though, and we're here to save you from any hellish handheld hiccups.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:25 AM
     Best Diablo 4 settings and PC options

What are the best Diablo 4 settings? Equipping yourself with the ideal D4 PC settings will stave off any stutters and frame drops that make a demon out of any normally pious gamer. Blizzard's RPG is as stunning to look at as it is demanding on your PC, and our curated list of options provides a good balance of fidelity and performance for a more heavenly time while you're in hell.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:03 AM
     Amnesia The Bunker map – all key items, dog tags, and locations

What is the Amnesia The Bunker map? The latest iteration of Frictional's horror series takes place inside a claustrophobic WW1 bunker, and while it often feels claustrophobic, it's easy to get lost while navigating its twists and turns – especially with a supernatural monster at your heels. We've scoured every inch of the bunker and pinned all the key item locations on

While Amnesia The Bunker does include an in-game map, you can't bring it with you as you set out to your objective. It also doesn't have any annotations to give you some idea of where to go next in your search for key items. Instead, you can rely on PCGamesN's Amnesia The Bunker map to help you reach those locations, and cut down on how long it takes to beat the horror game, too. Here's the complete version of the Amnesia The Bunker map and how to use it.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Amnesia The Bunker preview, Amnesia The Bunker release date

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:09 AM
     Assassin's Creed Nexus may bring back our favorite characters

Assassin's Creed Nexus is joining Mirage as the next game in Ubisoft's long-time stealth game series, and some inquisitive fans appear to have already figured out which characters will be returning in the VR game. None of this is confirmed just yet, but combined with the name, it feels like we know what Assassin's Creed Nexus aims to do.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best VR games, Assassin's Creed Mirage release date, Best stealth games

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:53 AM
     Which League of Legends skins are currently on sale?

Which League of Legends skins are currently on sale in the store? LoL is a free-to-play game in the truest sense - you can enjoy everything the MOBA has to offer for absolutely nothing. Now if you were to ask a seasoned League player if that were true, they'd probably have to stifle a few tears as they check just how much their bank account has suffered buying skins since they started battling on the Rift.

Riot rotates a series of skins in the store, with the savviest of us holding out until the cosmetic they really want ends up in the discount section store or even the League of Legends Mythic shop. The shiny new cosmetics are only available for a short period of time, so make sure you act fast if you want to snag the new hotness. Here is every League of Legends skin on sale right now if you want to know what's in the store right now without booting up the client.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: How much have I spent on League of Legends?, League of Legends patch 13.11, League of Legends tier list

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:28 AM
     FFXIV The Aetherfont Dungeon – boss mechanics and rewards explained

Want to know how to beat FFXIV The Aetherfont dungeon? Patch 6.4 has introduced a new dungeon, which is the cause of distress to those who would like to avoid getting smashed by all the unknown mechanics. But don't fret because we've prepared this guide explaining what you should do in each boss fight you face in the Aetherfont dungeon.

Although FFXIV is quite friendly to new players, the idea of playing with other people and dealing with mechanics during fights stresses many players. So, learning beforehand what each boss does in this MMORPG and how to solve the mechanics can make the experience of playing the game more enticing. On the other hand, you should always remember that if the game is stressing you out, take some time off and follow the advice given by FFXIV Yoshi-P, the game director, and play other games as well.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs, FFXIV Island Sanctuary guide, FFXIV Island Sanctuary animals list

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:38 AM
     The best fantasy games on PC 2023

Want to know about the best fantasy games? There's nothing quite like escaping into another world, immersing yourself in its history and people, and getting to grips with your new virtual life. Fantasy games are especially good at offering these sorts of experiences, but the genre is so packed with great adventures that it can be hard to pinpoint where exactly to place your attention.

Luckily for you, we've put together this list of the best fantasy games on PC. As always, we want to highlight a varied selection of the best PC games, from mammoth RPGs to 2D action platformers. Please don't be alarmed if we've missed your favourite fantasy game – there's every chance that it could be added at a later time. So, whether you're looking to slay some dragons in a sprawling open world or try something a little stranger, we've got you covered with our list of the best fantasy games on PC. Here are the best fantasy games to play now.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, The best Elden Ring classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:08 AM
     Vampire Bloodlines 2 update is coming, but your pre-orders aren't

It's been a long, long time since we've heard anything about Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, but Paradox has revealed that we'll be hearing more about the highly anticipated vampire game later this year. Sharpen your fangs, Kindred, Bloodlines 2 is real, and hopefully coming soon.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Bloodlines 2 gameplay, Bloodlines 2 Disciplines, Pre-order Bloodlines 2

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:08 AM
     Rust downtime

Rust is down on Steam following weekly maintenance, with developer Facepunch Studios saying the situation is "beyond our control." The hugely popular survival game continues to ride high on Steam's most played lists, but Rust players have found themselves unable to connect to servers since the latest Steam weekly maintenance. The developer says it has reached out to Valve to find a solution and is awaiting a resolution.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games, Rust commands, Rust vehicles

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:59 AM
     Counter-Strike 2 release date window, skins, trailers, leaks

When is the Counter-Strike 2 release date? After weeks of countless rumours, Valve has finally confirmed Counter-Strike 2 is real and is coming a lot sooner than you might expect.

We've gathered up every scrap of information about Counter-Strike 2 on the internet, from the latest on the CS2 release date, Valve's official trailers and announcements to patent filings and even datamines of the limited test build itself. In this guide we'll lay it all out for you in a clearly categorised way so you too will know everything there is to know right now about the sequel to one of the best PC games of all time. Here's everything we know about the Counter-Strike 2 release date, leaks, skins, news, and more.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Counter-Strike 2 release date, Counter-Strike 2 beta access, Counter-Strike 2 maps

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:48 AM
     What is the Destiny 2 Lost Sector today?

What is today's Lost Sector in Destiny 2? Before you can take on Legend Lost Sectors, you need to complete all the normal Lost Sectors first. If you don't, the new Legend Lost Sectors will not appear on the map. Each day, the location, modifiers, and rewards rotate out for something new.

While many Exotics can be bought from Xûr or even in the world loot pool, the Destiny 2 Exotics in these special Lost Sector instances cannot, forcing players to explore these dangerous areas if they want the best equipment available. It's important to remember that exotic drops are not guaranteed after completing these quests, so you may have to run through the same Lost Sector multiple times. You can go through the quests in the free PC game with a fireteam, but your rewards will be reduced to Enhancement Cores only.

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

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:41 AM
     Overwatch 2 is bringing back your least favorite mechanic

Overwatch 2 has some big plans in store, and they're likely to split its audience right down the middle. Ahead of Overwatch 2 season 5, an update from game director Aaron Keller suggests some of the changes Blizzard is considering for its next balance patch, and they include a return of crowd control effects to the multiplayer game, as well as some potentially big nerfs to one-shot characters.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: All Overwatch 2 characters, Best Overwatch 2 settings, Overwatch 2 tier list

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:43 AM
     Diablo 4 loot system explained

How does the Diablo 4 loot system work? While we know that Diablo 4 has beautiful gothic scenarios, sprawling plains, and fast-paced action in a dark fantasy world, it's the collection of bigger and better loot that's the real core experience here.

The system has changed a lot since Blizzard's new RPG game was announced. You should learn all you can about how you can get the best gear. Because of how weapons and armor have been designed for Diablo 4, players need to farm enemies and look for better loot so they can take the most out of the skill tree. Not only are some skills tied to specific types of weapons, but legendary equipment can modify skills. If you're looking for a way to make the most of the best classes, then you're going to need a good set of equipment.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:33 AM
     Diablo 4 salvage or sell explained

Should I savage or sell in Diablo 4? This in-game mechanic has lots of useful benefits - not least clearing out your inventory after a long and tiring day ridding Sanctuary of evil. During our own time in Sanctuary, the blacksmith has probably been our most visited townsperson, and we're well acquainted with their salvage service, so here we detail everything it offers.

The blacksmith isn't just limited to salvage, as they can upgrade your favorite weapons as well. However, the salvage service they offer is by far the most useful in the Diablo 4 early game and is necessary to farm some of the materials needed for upgrades. If you only plan on running one of the Diablo 4 classes or best Diablo 4 builds, you can also salvage items you pick up that your class can't use, and get some purpose from them. Perhaps the best use for salvage though is to obtain new wardrobe items, allowing you to wear one piece of armor or jewelry while displaying the look of another. Here's everything you need to know about Diablo 4 salvage.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:24 AM
     The 13 best Minecraft shaders 2023

Want the very best Minecraft shaders? With shaders, you can instantly level up the look of your Minecraft world - even without a fancy schmancy RTX graphics card. But with so many downloadable mods for the sandbox game, if you're unsure, let's start with what Minecraft shaders are.

One of the best PC games of all time and the ongoing king of sandbox games, Minecraft has incredible replayability, keeping fans and newbies coming to the game time after time. While the vanilla game gets regular updates, with the Minecraft 1.20 release date coming later this year, Minecraft mods, texture packs, resource packs, and shaders can completely reinvent the game, affecting its overall look. For example, mods can completely alter gameplay, and Minecraft texture packs and resource packs change the appearance of existing blocks and add new blocks, respectively. Meanwhile, shader packs give you the same game with fancier graphics and effects.

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

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:22 AM
     Bizarre Winnie the Pooh horror game is literal nightmare fuel

Making A. A. Milne's adorable little Winnie the Pooh free for use by the public was always going to be chaos, but I never quite expected anything like Winnie's Hole. A roguelike horror game from Twice Different, the developers of Ring of Pain, Winnie's Hole is a straight-up weird, yet vaguely intriguing, take on the classic animated character.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Best roguelike games, Best free Steam games

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:22 AM
     Project Slayers codes June 2023

June 7, 2023: We added two new Project Slayers codes to our list.

What are the new Project Slayers codes? Project Slayers is an action RPG in Roblox where you fight against other martial artists to be the very best in all the land. As with most Roblox games it's a popular gacha game and as such there are plenty of codes available to get clan spins and more.

So if you want to bulk up your warrior and fight against the strongest of foes, you'd be wise to make use of our Project Slayers codes list down below. We'll update it on a regular basis to bring you the latest rewards before they expire, and thus you lose out on some free spins. If you're in the market for further Roblox freebies, we also keep regularly updated lists of the latest Anime Adventures codes, Blox Fruits codes, and All Star Tower Defense codes.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes

PCGamesN Wednesday, June 7, 2023 7:28 AM
     Is Diablo 4 down? Current server status

Are the Diablo 4 servers down? The latest iteration of Blizzard's critically acclaimed dungeon crawler is always online, which can often cause its own set of problems. Between unreliable internet connections, scheduled maintenance, and malicious attacks, it can be tough to troubleshoot exactly what's keeping you from logging in. With our help, you should be back in Sanctuary and tearing through demons in no time.

Blizzard has confirmed that a Diablo 4 offline mode won't be arriving in the ARPG any time soon – if ever. Consequently, knowing how to check the Diablo 4 server status is of vital importance if you ever find yourself unable to log in, and we recommend keeping our list of Diablo 4 error codes on hand for some quick troubleshooting whenever connectivity issues strike. Here are your next steps when Diablo 4 is down.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:40 AM
    

The E3 / NotE3 / Summer Game Fest news bonanza is upon us, and we'll be highlighting all the biggest and best announcements that catch our eye right here over the course of the coming week. We'll be keeping this liveblog up to date over the next few days with all the latest news, trailers, and links to our coverage from Summer Game Fest and the wider notE3 season, including the Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct, the PC Gaming Show, Wholesome Direct, Day Of The Devs and lots more. So make sure you check back regularly for everything Geoff Fest.

TODAY'S SCHEDULE (Wednesday June 7th):

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:15 AM
    

The development of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 has already been a bumpy ride. Publisher Paradox stated they were "happy with progress" on the game in 2021 following a switch in developers (whoever they may be) and delay after delay, but a new announcement from Paradox today has some a little worried.

"We want to provide the best value to those of you who supported us via digital pre-order," the publisher said in a statement posted to its official blog. "We are thus offering refunds to anyone who has pre-ordered any edition of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2."

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:00 AM
    

Last year's arcade brawler Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge will receive DLC titled Dimension Shellshock later this year which includes a new playable character and game mode. Regular ally of the Turtles Usagi Yojimbo will join the roster, allowing players to dish out damage as the rabbit samurai. Developers Tribute Games have shared a trailer for Dimension Shellshock, which you can take a look at below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:23 AM
    

As well as it runs on your average desktop PC, it wasn't until I began playing Diablo IV on the Steam Deck that its demon-thwacking really clicked for me. Largely because this was my first experience of it with gamepad controls, and using thumbsticks and face buttons to move and toss out spells just feels more... I don't know, direct? Like I'm actually controlling my Necromancer and her boney bodyguards, not just clicking a unit and watching their animations.

It helps that Diablo IV's Steam Deck performance is surprisingly spry, with fast 45-60fps framerates within reach even when leaving the majority of graphics settings on Ultra quality. Unlike all of the other best Steam Deck games, there's no native support for its Battle.net launcher, but with some resourcefulness, that needs only be a temporary barrier.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 8:00 AM
    

Some games adapt to VR more naturally than others. Games that take place primarily in a cockpit, like Elite Dangerous or Euro Truck Simulator 2, need relatively little adjustment to make them enjoyable in VR. They don't require the player to move around much, and their whole shtick about providing an authentic, immersive experience.

Games that require a lot of fast movement, or require the player to keep track of a lot of different objects, are generally harder to make work through VR Goggles. Hence why Amid Evil VR caught my attention. Shooters are common VR fodder, but they're typically built as VR experiences from the ground up. Amid Evil, on the other hand, is a flatscreen retro shooter designed to be reactive, surreal, and above all, fast. It's a game where you zip around arcane dimensions like a magic missile, splattering weird little armoured guys with enchanted swords and a staff that fires planets. It's a brilliant game, one of the best old-skool shooters to emerge from the genre's revival. But on paper, it's about as VR friendly as Morpheus.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 6:44 AM
    

Tetris is grand, but it could do with more chainsaws. Thus (presumably) went the thought process of the developers behind Dr. Fetus' Mean Meat Machine, a Super Meat Boy spinoff about lining up colourful meaty blobs while dodging buzzsaws and other grizzly hazards. Think Tetris meets match 4 meets Meat Boy slapstick.

A demo came out in April, but publishers Thunderful Games have just announced you'll get to play the full thing on June 22nd.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 6:06 AM
    

Everyone's favourite hunny-yellow bear will mutate into a fleshy horror bristling with extra arms and eyeballs and glands in Winnie's Hole, the next roguelikelike dungeon crawler from Ring Of Pain developers Twice Different. The earliest Winnie-the-Pooh stories are no longer under copyright in the US, see, meaning people can do whatever they want. Including this. Inevitably including this. Come see the horrible Pooh and his hole in the announcement trailer below.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 7, 2023 5:20 AM
    

Out of all the roguelike deckbuilders that have followed in Slay The Spire's footsteps, Wildfrost is my second favourite. The cardplay never quite reaches the dizzy heights of Spire or Monster Train, but it's far cuter than either of them and still absolutely splendid. Now's a great time to pick it up, too, because its first big update is primarily aimed at clarifying rules to help new players avoid all the painful deaths I suffered through.

Developers Deadpan Games have released a roadmap, too, revealing a rough plan for what they're working on next.

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Twinfinite Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:00 AM
     I really thought they would float...

Twinfinite Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:18 AM
     Warzone's Vondel Map is set to change a lot – and maybe even the BR's name!

Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 12:00 PM
    

My Time at Sandrock Switch, PC, and Xbox Release Date Falls in September PS5

Toward the end of summer, people will get to head to Sandrock. The full Switch, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X versions of My Time at Sandrock got a release date. People will find it on all of those platforms on September 26, 2023. However, one iteration will be absent on that launch date. The PS4 version is also in the works, but won't arrive until later in the year. There's also a new trailer accompanying the announcement.

While the full version isn't available yet, My Time at Sandrock is in early access on PCs. Like My Time at Portia, this involves farming, crafting, socializing in a town and helping its villagers, fighting, exploring, and building. There is romance and marriage in the game. Also, Pathea is working on multiplayer as well.

Here's the video, which goes over some of the features, teases some story elements, looks at characters, and goes over activities. It also introduces the town of Sandrock itself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tThlReRJJ74&ab_channel=PMStudios

The My Time at Sandrock release date for the Switch, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC versions is September 26, 2023. The PS4 version will follow. It is now in early access on PCs.

The post My Time at Sandrock Switch, PS5, PC, and Xbox Release Date Set appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:30 AM
    

HoYoVerse shared a trailer detailing Silver Wolf's moveset in Honkai: Star Rail and kicked off a fan art contest for her

HoYoVerse shared a Silver Wolf Honkai: Star Rail trailer and fan art contest now that 1.1 is live. The video is a closer look at her moveset in game on the "Keeping up with Star Rail" show. Meanwhile, the fan art contest runs until July 2, 2023, with judging happening after and winners getting Stellar Jades and real-world goods.

The video first begins by showing a little background about the Stellaron Hunter, with Prometheus (Friend) AI joining the host. It begins by showing her basic Quantum attack. After that, it shows how her Allow Changes? skill lets her force the enemy to be weak against one of the team's elements while also dealing damage. Her talent can decrease opponents' stats. Her Technique instantly attacks enemies when the battle begins. Finally, her Ultimate User Banned reduces defense temporarily and deals damage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i92LJ6z7tyQ&ab_channel=Honkai%3AStarRail

With the Silver Wolf Honkai: Star Rail fan art contest, one person will get $500 and 3,000 Stellar Jades. The three second place winners get $200 and 1,000 Stellar Jades. Five third place winners get $100 and 500 Stellar Jades. Finally, the 10 Lucky Star Prize winners picked by the judges get a character stand, keychain, and pin of her. People can enter on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by sharing their original art with the #SilverWolf and #FanArtContest tags. They then enter by sharing the link to that, its title, and a description on the official page. You can turn in three JPGs or PNGs. That must be done by July 2, 2023. It will be judged July 3-13, 2023. Winners will be announced July 13-27, 2023, and prizes will be sent out after that.

Honkai: Star Rail is available for PCs and mobile devices, and PS4 and PS5 versions are in development. There's also a Silver Wolf Starhunt event running in-game now.

The post Honkai: Star Rail Silver Wolf Trailer and Fan Art Contest Appear appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:15 AM
    

Summer Game Fest 2023

June is normally the month of E3, although for 2023 the event has been canceled. However, this doesn't mean that we aren't getting June game showcases full of new reveals and trailers. In fact, we're getting so many individual showcases that it might be difficult to keep track of them all, especially with Summer Game Fest happening too.

So here is a comprehensive list of every show you can expect in the next few days, along with a rough idea of what each show is likely to contain.

June 7, 2023

Guerrilla Collective

12pm ET / 9am PT

A showcase focused entirely on indie games, also features a companion Steam page.

June 8, 2023

Summer Game Fest

3pm ET / 12pm PT

The big one. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, this will be the big multi-platform showcases for big reveals. Alan Wake 2, Mortal Kombat 1, Throne and Liberty, Immortals of Aevum and Baldur's Gate 3 are all confirmed to appear.

Devolver Direct

6pm ET / 3pm PT

A showcase for games published by Devolver Digital. Expect a bunch of indie reveals and also Devolver's annual brand of shenanigans as they promise the "return" of "the world's most beloved video game mascot", Volvy.

June 10, 2023

Wholesome Direct

12pm ET / 9am PT

Another indie showcase, this time focused on relaxing and cute games.

Future Games Show

1pm ET / 10am PT

Run by Future Publishing, this will feature smaller game reveals, hosted by Spider-Man voice actors Yuri Lowenthal and Laura Bailey.

June 11, 2023

Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield

1pm ET / 10am PT

Another big one. This is Microsoft's big summer showcase focused on all things Xbox, followed by a special presentation focused on Starfield.

PC Gaming Show

1pm ET / 10am PT

PC Gamer's showcase focused entirely on PC games featuring 55 confirmed games.

June 12, 2023

Ubisoft Forward

1pm ET /10am PT

A showcase dedicated to games from Ubisoft, including Assassin's Creed Mirage, The Crew Motorfest and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

Capcom Game Showcase

6pm ET / 3pm PT

A showcase dedicated to games from Capcom, runs for roughly 36 minutes

June 15, 2023

RGG Summit

11pm ET / 8pm PT

A showcase of games from Sega's Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, likely to feature more news on Like a Dragon 8 and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.

Nintendo usually has a Direct around this time of year, although at the time of writing, they do not have a confirmed show.

The PlayStation Showcase already appeared on May 2023 and featured reveals such as the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3, a new story trailer for Final Fantasy XVI and the first trailer for Dragon's Dogma 2.

The post Here Are All the June Game Showcases and Summer Game Fest 2023 Details appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 11:00 AM
    

Mega Man x Dive is ending on both the PC via Steam and mobile devices in September, but Mega Man x Dive Mobile is still running

Capcom Taiwan announced Mega Man x Dive is ending on mobile devices and the PC via Steam, however, the Nebulajoy Mobile version on Android and iOS devices will continue running for the moment. The game will cut-off on September 27, 2023, though it is already no longer possible to purchase the real-money Element Metal. Leading up to the end, people will get one True Favorite Capsule per day that contains an S-rank character and Elemental Metal Supply Box and Dark Code Coin daily. [Thanks, Game Watch!]

Here's the official announcement from the Rockman x Dive Twitter account, which included a brief video. It confirmed the September 27, 2023 cut-off date.

The YouTube video offered an English translation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwlpzkRi20w&ab_channel=CAPCOMTAIWAN

And here's the confirmation that the mobile global version will still keep running.

The game is a blend of a typical Mega Man platformer and gacha. You can get additional characters and go through stages. This also meant more obscure characters could appear, or we'd see different versions of iconic individuals.

Mega Man x Dive's Android, Apple iOS, and PC service will end on September 27, 2023, though the Nebulajoy version will remain running.

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Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:03 AM
    

Final Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Arrives

As expected from the final Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Digital Event about the bonus update, we learned the last one's release date. On June 8, 2023, PC and Switch players will gain access to new content like an additional monster and some other extra features like quests. For PlayStation and Xbox players, the contents from the fourth, fifth, and bonus updates will all arrive at once on August 24, 2023. Specifically, things close out with Primordial Malzeno. Also, new event quests will appear until July 27, 2023. There will be new rewards like layered armors from them. Version 16 will introduce DLC packs, since DLC ended with version 15.

First, in case you missed the showcase, here it is. It involved Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and Game Directors Yasunori Ichinose and Yoshitake Suzuki all discussing this latest installment. Right at the very beginning, it kicked things off by showing the new trailer. Primordial Malzeno was the main focus. People can encounter it at MR 10. After the trailer, the developers noted that Amatsu was almost the last monster. However, they decided to add new armor updates and different kinds of cosmetics.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gLJGooCBJg&ab_channel=MonsterHunter

As a reminder, the fifth update appeared on April 20, 2023. That was one day after the Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak Digital Event announcing it. During that update, Amatsu and Risen Shageru Magala appeared. It also meant new event quests like the one for Buff Body Armor and another for Alice layered armor.

Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak is available on the Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC, and the final Switch and PC update appears on June 8, 2023. The PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X will get versions 14, 15, and 16 on August 24, 2023 as one big update with all of the monsters and extra content at once. There's no release date yet for the DLC bundles that will pack together add-on content.

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Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:00 AM
    

Pokemon Clothes Don Quijote

A new line of Pokemon clothes and apparel will appear at Don Quijote retail stores in Japan from June 10, 2023. The lineup includes ten T-shirts, six shorts, and six sets of pile cloth pajamas with Pokemon on them. The full lineup of Pokemon creatures that will appear in the new line of clothes are Eevee, Mimikyu, Gengar, Snorlax, Slowpoke, Psyduck, Ditto, Eiscue, Teddiursa, Magnemite, and Dedenne. [Thanks, Inside!]

The Pokemon shirts are priced at 1,749 JPY (roughly $12), the shorts cost 2,189 JPY (~$15), and the pajama sets cost 3,289 JPY (~$23). The pajama sets are summer pajamas made out of soft fabric. All clothes will be available in sizes M, L, and XL (LL in Japan.) Not all creatures will be available for all clothing options. For example, Eiscue and Teddiursa will only be available on t-shirts.

You can take a look at the full lineup of Pokemon clothes that will appear at Don Quijote here:

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As a reminder, the Original Stitch line of Pokemon shirts will stop being available once the Original Stitch store closes down on June 12, 2023.

The new line of Pokemon clothes and apparel will appear from June 10, 2023 at Don Quijote retail stores throughout Japan.

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Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:30 AM
    

Elden Ring Tabletop RPG

An Elden Ring tabletop RPG adaptation will appear in Japanese retail stores and digitally on June 20, 2023. The book costs 6,050 JPY (or roughly $43) and Kadokawa will publish it. The TTRPG will be comprised of three different volumes, and they will come packaged in an A4 size box. These will be a general rulebook, a skill and sheet book, and a enemy and scenario book. The tabletop RPG is available now for pre-order from Amazon Japan. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

The Elden Ring tabletop RPG is handled by Hironori Kato, and the cover art is done by Jun Suemi. Both previously worked on the Japanese Dark Souls TTPRG. A session of the game requires one DM (Dungeon Master) and between 2 to 4 players.

The stamina system of the original Elden Ring is a focal point of this tabletop experience, and it is reproduced using five dice. A simplified adventure system has been adopted to reproduce the vast open world of the original game. The scenario of the original game has also been reproduced, from its opening to its ending.

Players will be able to build their own characters freely, and the tabletop version of Elden Ring includes four unique starting classes: the Perfumer, Fighter, Scout, and Guide. Each class includes original art for both a female and male variant. Many of the weapons and equipment found in Elden Ring have been adapted in detail across nearly 700 pages of content, including full color pages.

As a reminder, an Elden Ring board game is also in development, and it will be coming out overseas. There are no news of the new Elden Ring tabletop RPG releasing outside of Japan.

The Elden Ring TTRPG will come out in Japan on June 20, 2023, and it costs 6,050 JPY (~$43). The tabletop RPG is now available for pre-order from Amazon Japan.

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Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 9:02 AM
    

Final Fantasy VIi Rebirth Remake Part 2

Another day means another Final Fantasy VII Remake developer insight, and now we know something else part 2 will include. As usual over about the last week, Square Enix revealed another tip about the title on Twitter. This time, Music Supervisor Keiji Kawamori explained there will be new music and new arrangements for the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth soundtrack.

Here's the latest detail about the game from Square Enix:

In case you're just catching up with all of these Final Fantasy VIi Rebirth developer notes, here is a summary of all the ones that showed up so far:

  • Day 1: A release date is being discussed.
  • Day 2: We'll see more of the world outside of Midgar.
  • Day 3: The narrative will look at each character.
  • Day 4: There will be some sort of preparations for people who didn't play part 1 of Final Fantasy VII Remake in part 2.
  • Day 5: There will be new characters joining the party.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth currently has a Winter 2023 release window, and it will appear on the PS5. Final Fantasy VII Remake is available for the PS4, PS5, and PC. Square Enix said the Final Fantasy VII Remake series will eventually be a trilogy, with a third installment following.

The post New Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Tidbit Talks About Its Music appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, June 7, 2023 8:30 AM
    

Animal Crossing Joetsu Aquarium

Nintendo announced that a new collaboration live event featuring Animal Crossing: New Horizons will be held at the Umigatari Joetsu Aquarium. An exhibition under the title of  Creatures of the Sea Connection Exhibit will be held in the city of Joetsu, located in Niigata Prefecture. The event will be held between June 15, 2023 and September 18, 2023.

Over thirty species of fish and marine life featured in Animal Crossing: New Horizons will be highlighted as part of the special exhibition. Each tank will include commentary panels written in Japanese with information and trivia on each species, specially delivered by Blathers.

Additionally, a special section of the exhibition will be dedicated particularly to the giant oarfish, which is not normally on display at the aquarium.

A Stamp Rally will be available during the exhibition, and the stamp rally book to participate in it will cost 200 JPY (~$1.44). The book will serve as a guidebook for the event as well, since it includes a list of the fish on display at the event.

Merchandise exclusive to the event will be offered, such as acrylic clear filer, cookies, and a tote bag. Additionally, for the duration of the event, visitors who use the GPS check-in with the My Nintendo smartphone app on the premises of the Umigatari Joetsu Aquarium will receive an Animal Crossing Amiibo card at the counter near the entrance of the aquarium.

The Creatures of the Sea Connection Exhibit will be held in collaboration with Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the Umigatari Joetsu Aquarium between June 15, 2023 and September 18, 2023.

The post Animal Crossing Event Will Appear at the Joetsu City Aquarium appeared first on Siliconera.


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