Kotaku Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:29 AM  If you make use of Steam's very handy Remote Play service and you own a 4Kscreen with which you like to stream to, good news: Remote Play is on its way to supporting a wonderful 3840x2160 resolution. You'll need to grab the beta client of Steam to get it working right now, but it's a welcome addition to a pretty… |
Kotaku Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:45 AM  The original Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl was full of memes and references to moments in its expansive roster of cartoon characters' history, and it looks like the sequel, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, is keeping that spirit alive by adding Squidward to its line-up. |
Kotaku Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:15 AM  It doesn't matter how large a game like Baldur's Gate 3 is, there will always be folks who dare to ask: How quickly can I get through this? But now fans are turning to ask another bold question: How quickly can I get laid in Larian's new epic RPG? Well, it turns out no one's lonely in Faerûn for long. |
Kotaku Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:15 AM  Recently, my friends and I have become born-again sports anime fans thanks to the pay-per-view feel of classic boxing-themed shows like Tomorrow's Joe and Hajime No Ippo. While these shows maintain a sense of realism that doesn't require me to suspend my disbelief too often, Netflix's new season of Baki Hanma takes a… |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:58 AM  When is the Counter-Strike 2 release date? After weeks of countless rumors, 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 categorized 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. Continue reading Counter-Strike 2 release date window, skins, trailers, leaks MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Counter-Strike 2 release date, Counter-Strike 2 beta access, Counter-Strike 2 maps |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:54 AM  August 16, 2023: We updated our Roblox promo codes list to bring you the latest freebies. 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. We also keep lists of Blox Fruits codes, Anime Adventures codes, and King Legacy codes if you're looking for game-specific freebies. Continue reading Roblox promo codes August 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:38 AM  Who are the Starfield Ecliptic Mercenaries? There are several factions in Starfield, and we'd say that most of them are committed to either tearing you apart or helping put you back together. There are undoubtedly some, though, that have absolutely no idea who you are - you're just that little weirdo who bounces around in their ship that looks like a giant penis. One of these factions is the Ecliptic Mercenaries, and while we won't know who they actually are until the Starfield release date rolls around; there are some safe assumptions we can make, and some probably not-so-safe ones. Whatever happens, you'll need to make sure your companions are up to the task of potentially facing off against an entire army, so, you know, you should probably get on that. Here's what we know about the Starfield Ecliptic Mercenaries. Continue reading Who are the Starfield Ecliptic Mercenaries? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:37 AM  What is the Starfield preload download date? If it feels like you've been waiting for Starfield for years, that's probably because you have. It's been such a long wait for the space exploration game, but we're nearly there. We're so close. So close, in fact, that we finally have the preload dates so that you can be fully prepared for launch day. The good news is that we now know the Starfield preload dates, thanks to official communication from Bethesda and the download size. It may be some time before the actual Starfield release date, but you at least have a while to consult our Starfield system requirements guide to see if you need any more parts to upgrade your PC gaming rig before release. Continue reading Starfield preload date and download size MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:36 AM  Looking for the best Yelan build in Genshin Impact? Yelam was introduced back in the Genshin Impact 2.7 update and has remained a key character on the roster. Yelan is a Hydro bow user and her attacks scale with HP - when using the correct set of artifacts, she's capable of dealing deadly amounts of damage. The best Genshin Impact Yelan build will need the right set of weapons and artifacts that make the most of her charge attack, elemental skill, and burst to build her into a lethal sub-DPS character. It also helps she has a killer passive ability, which means there are many candidates for the best Yelan team composition. She returns to the roster as part of the first set of banners in Genshin Impact 4.0, so you'd better unlock her while you still can. Continue reading The best Yelan build in Genshin Impact MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:40 AM  Starfield is set to be one of the biggest RPG game launches of 2023, with fans from all over the world excited to set off into space. Bethesda has been preparing for the highly anticipated Starfield launch this fall, and now reveals the Starfield preload date. If you're anything like me, then you've probably been waiting to download the massive game ahead of time to ensure you're prepared to play as soon as it comes out. Continue reading Starfield preload confirmed, but it's sad news for Steam players MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:16 AM  When is the Genshin Impact Lyney banner? We've got all the latest details surrounding the Genshin Impact Lyney banner release date, as well as the abilities of its starring character. The Genshin Impact Lyney banner includes several new characters arriving in Genshin Impact as part of the 4.0 release date, but the eponymous Lyney has already proven to be a fan favorite since his initial tease way back in 2020. Lyney is a five-star Pyro character and court magician that employs his powers of deception and a trusty bow to dish out a pyrotechnic burst of AoE damage. Sporting a wealth of magical props that are sure to steal the show in any team comp, you'll want all the codes you can get your hands on to successfully pull him from the Genshin Impact Lyney banner. Continue reading Genshin Impact Lyney banner and abilities MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:02 AM  En Garde makes a fantastic first impression. Awash in cool blue and vibrant orange and inhabited by characters just as colorful to match, with a few early teases of the game's snappy combat, it's charming from the jump. It's easy to see why the game's demo, which went live during a recent Steam Next Fest, earned a fair bit of positive press. Following some light tutorialization and hardly any narrative table-setting, the game quickly sends you fencing your way through four brief episodes that each cover a different mini adventure of the swashbuckling Spanish rebel, Adalia de Volador. These consist of a series of combat encounters with some minor platforming wedged in for good measure. This all takes place in environments that, while visually striking, are functionally spartan, without any real branching paths or big surprises to speak of. Structurally, our En Garde review finds it to be an action game without any frills, which means it's able to hook you right away - a good thing for a game that clocks in a shade under 10 hours for a single playthrough. Continue reading En Garde review – the year's funniest game so far MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best action games, Best sword games, Best PC games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:22 AM  The classic image of a gaming custom PC is some hulking behemoth of a machine, all frantically spinning fans, blazing rainbow RGB LEDs, and monstrously large graphics cards. But that doesn't have to be the case with the best mini gaming PCs, small form factor machines that house full-scale components. Despite their small size, the best mini PCs don't skimp on performance, and they're ideal if you have a smaller gaming desk or want to take it traveling. In this guide, we've chosen pre-built mini gaming PCs from the likes of Origin, Corsair, and more. Check out how to build a gaming PC if you want to choose the components and PC case yourself. Some exceedingly small and cheap mini gaming PCs such as those offered by Minisforum take AMDs mobile CPUs, with their iGPUs that punch well above their weight and let them rip with their maximum power draw – which can be capable even at 1080p. When shopping for small form factor PCs, consider upgradability, volume, and cooling solutions. There's no point in spending money on components that are going to throttle the moment they heat up. To help you decide, we've tried and tested the best mini gaming PCs so that you can game in confidence, and in small spaces. If you're after full power and have the room, check out our full gaming PC guide. Continue reading Best mini gaming PC: top compact PCs in 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:04 AM  When is the Genshin Impact Lynette banner? Lynette is one of the characters released with the 4.0 update. This tea-sipping Anemo user might appear shy and withdrawn, but she is actually a potent buffer and respectable damage dealer in her own right. Here's what you need to know about the Lynette banner release date, as well as a full breakdown of her kit's abilities. A whole assortment of new characters can be found across the Fontaine region, but few are as enigmatic as Lyney and Lynette, a magical double-act that performs tricks to delight and amaze the court. As Lyney's taciturn assistant, Lynette provides off-field damage support and passive buffs that can complement the best Genshin Impact builds, so be sure to snap up all the codes you need to pull her in Genshin Impact. Continue reading Genshin Impact Lynette banner and abilities MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:53 AM  When is the Dark and Darker release date? Following an incredibly hot start in early playtests, the game and its release date are both now shrouded in mystery due to copyright accusations. Luckily, a change in publisher has moved things forward, and ahead of a full release date, the game is now available in early access. Whether you played any of the Dark and Darker playtests or not, you might be intrigued to find out more about the multiplayer game thanks to the furore surrounding it. Initially met with incredibly positive feedback, the game's immediate mass of followers were let down by a dramatic court summons that threatened to halt production altogether. Finally, the challenging PvPvE is back on track with a new publisher, Chaf Games. So, as you look ahead to trawling through terrifyingly dark dungeons searching for treasure, battling monsters, and surviving against - or taking out - other teams, here's everything you need to know about the Dark and Darker release date, early access, and more. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dark and Darker release date, Dark and Darker system requirements, Dark and Darker classes guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:54 AM  Looking for a Genshin Impact tier list? There are currently 71 Genshin Impact characters available, so there's no shortage of candidates for your dream team. But with so many different weapons, elementals, talents, ascension bonuses, and constellation upgrades, finding your favorites can be challenging. Don't let the placement of the characters on our Genshin Impact tier list deter you from pulling on the next character banner. While base stats and elemental abilities are important, the value of a character also depends on personal playstyle, available weapons and artifacts, and team composition. It doesn't matter if your favorite Genshin Impact character is on one of the lower tiers; you can still make it work with our recommended Genshin Impact builds. Being on a lower tier in the free PC game means that there are better alternatives, or the character needs a very specific build or team to shine. We've spent hundreds of hours trying different variations of teams in Spiral Abyss to establish who the best characters are in Genshin Impact. Continue reading Genshin Impact tier list August 2023: the best characters in 4.0 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:36 AM  While the future of Intel Arc Battlemage was once left hanging in the balance, recent developments from team blue itself indicate its next generation graphics cards may still be very much on the way. Now, a listing of official Intel testing equipment has given us another glimpse at the design of its upcoming GPUs. Continue reading Intel Arc Battlemage GPUs could be bigger than Alchemist MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Arc Alchemist GPUs - everything we know, Raptor Lake CPUs - everything we know, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:32 AM  When is the Sims 5 release date? Well, have we got some news for you. After years of waiting, EA has officially unveiled its next Sims game: Project Rene. We've been playing The Sims 5 predecessor for eight years now, and while the life sim is kept fresh by Sims 4 cheats, CC packs and even sex mods, we're desperate to see a sequel to one of the best PC games to date. While Electronic Arts has kept painfully quiet about a new Sims game, we finally have something resembling a Sims 5 release date following the reveal of Project Rene, which is effectively a super early access version of its next Sims experience. Continue reading Sims 5 release date, Project Rene, gameplay, and wishlist MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The Sims 5 release date speculation, The best PC simulation games, The Sims 4 goes free to play |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:27 AM  Whether you're playing Baldur's Gate 3 or not, you've probably seen one of the game's most unfortunate animal inhabitants - Baldur's Gate 3 squirrel Timber in the Druid's Grove - reach an untimely demise. The incident, an encounter during one of the first Baldur's Gate 3 quests in the vast RPG game, really sets the tone for what Larian Studios lets you get up to, even to some rather violent ends. Fortunately, the voice of Timber has given players her blessing to go ahead and give into your most monstrous instincts. Continue reading The voice of Baldur's Gate 3 squirrel Timber welcomes your kicks MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Baldur's Gate 3 quests, Baldur's Gate 3 review, Baldur's Gate 3 class |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:16 AM  Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is bringing back every single classic map from CoD Modern Warfare 2, based on evidence from an official Call of Duty phone line created by Infinity Ward and Acitivison. As we await the Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 release date, the FPS game developer shares a cell phone number connected to the in-game reveal event for MW3 inside CoD Warzone 2. By sending certain messages to this number, you can receive some extremely telling and strongly suggestive responses, likely confirming that maps like Terminal, Afghan, Highrise, and Rust will all return in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, as well as the beloved CoD zombies mode. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:51 AM  Want to know about new Genshin Impact characters? During each new update, there's usually at least one banner with a minimum of one brand-new character. The banners feature characters with increased drop rates, including one five-star character and three four-star characters. While we know which characters are likely to appear on the next Genshin Impact banners, the characters featured in this guide might not be playable right now but they can be found in Genshin Impact. We've also included some characters who are rumored to join the free PC game down the line but may not have an in-game model just yet. While none of this information is official until Hoyoverse says otherwise, here's a round-up of all of the current rumors and speculation. Continue reading Genshin Impact new characters in the 4.0 update and beyond MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:50 AM  How do you unlock the Fontaine reputation system in Genshin Impact? By now, you're more than aware that Teyvat is a pretty big place - and it keeps growing. With five massive mainland regions now available in Genshin Impact, each with their own quests, creatures, and materials, there's lots to see - and that's where reputation comes in. Genshin Impact reputation rewards you for uncovering the secrets of Teyvat as you complete bounties, explore the world, and help NPCs. However, unlocking the reputation system in each region has specific requirements. Hydro region Fontaine was released with Genshin Impact 4.0, introducing us to new characters Lynette and Lyney, each with their own new Genshin Impact banners. Whether you add the entertaining duo to your party or not, exploring the water-based region should be a priority, so here's how to unlock the Fontaine reputation system in Genshin Impact. Continue reading How to unlock the Fontaine reputation system in Genshin Impact MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:22 AM  Are you looking for the best office chair to save your posture and make life more comfortable? As a man who drives a desk far more than I should, I've sorted through the myriad options out there to help you find the best chair for your body type at a range of prices. Whether you're sitting down to work hard or play the best PC games, comfort is always the name of the game. The best gaming chairs often have a very specific look, so this list is home to some more subtle designs. Of course, office and gaming chairs do have more crossover nowadays, so some options that could feasibly be both. I chose the best office chairs in this guide for their comfort levels, support, and design. The Herman Miller Embody is undoubtedly the best premium choice, thanks to the company's years of research. But affordable options like the Vertagear PL1000 will serve your spine well, too. When choosing the best office chair for gaming, work out what your usage is in terms of hours, how much you want to spend, and your own physical dimensions (there's no benefit to being too small or big in an office chair). Then, take a seat and look through these options... Continue reading Best Office Chairs in 2023 – top picks for long hours of sitting MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:01 AM  What is Starfield lockpicking? There's going to be stuff in space that people don't want you to get your grubby little mitts on. They lock their cases, their cabinets, hell, even their doors. The fools. They don't know that you're already a master of digipicking - the futuristic version of lockpicking, obviously - and it'll take much more than a silly lock to stand in your way. The Starfield release date is edging ever closer, and the smell of adventure is in the air - well, in your spacesuit, anyway - if you're anything like us, you can't wait to gather your companions, build your own Starfield spaceship, and set off into the final frontier. What happens, though, if you find something that's locked? Well, you pick that lock, silly. Here's how. Continue reading Starfield lockpicking explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:16 AM  Roboquest is set to leave early access in the Autumn, as the roguelite FPS game from RyseUp Studios, now published by Payday makers Starbreeze Entertainment, prepares for its full 1.0 launch on Steam. Roboquest is probably one of the most moreish roguelites I've played in a while, with the fast-moving gameplay of Dead Cells, loot that'd make Borderlands proud, and that real 'one more run' compulsion, and its full release is set to arrive in the coming months. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Best roguelikes, Best co-op games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 8:00 AM  Who is on the Mortal Kombat 1 tier list? As console players dive into the beta this weekend, some may wonder how the first batch of fighters fared. To answer that and indicate who the newly playable characters were, we've devised our own MK1 tier list to see how these characters do against each other. PC gamers will sadly miss out on the Mortal Kombat 1 beta, as it's only available on Xbox and PlayStation consoles. If this affects you, you can still get ahead of the competition by looking at feedback from the fighting game community so far. While we won't know how the rest of the MK1 characters fare until after the MK1 release date, we can at least get an idea of the ones to watch. Continue reading Mortal Kombat 1 tier list – best characters MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Mortal Kombat 1 characters, Mortal Kombat 1 release date, Mortal Kombat 1 system requirements |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 7:56 AM  Want to know more about the upcoming Genshin Impact events? A new version of Genshin Impact arrives every six weeks, complete with new characters, quests, and events. It's difficult to keep track of which events are currently running and if there are any new ones coming soon, so here's a schedule for all current and upcoming Genshin Impact events. There are usually a number of Genshin Impact events running simultaneously, and they aren't just in-game events. When a new Genshin Impact character joins the game, the devs launch a web event at the same time - players learn about the latest characters through an interactive story told through a web browser. Similar to some of the best RPG games, the rewards for completing different events range from in-game items like primogems and mora, to real life prizes like mouse mats and plushies. Continue reading Genshin Impact events – all current and upcoming events MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:42 AM  Steam Remote Play is a handy service that lets you stream PC games from your Steam library to your phone, tablet, or laptop. Its sister feature, Remote Play Together, facilitates streaming to your friends, and even lets them join in your games. Until now, we were limited to fiddling with our settings to allow 4K streaming, and there were often performance issues. But with the latest Steam Client Beta update, Valve has added support for "4K high quality streaming presets". It's about time, too. Continue reading Valve gives Steam Remote Play a long overdue upgrade MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Steam FAQ, Steam family sharing, Steam in-home streaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, August 16, 2023 7:18 AM  Where are the Genshin Impact Lumidouce Bell locations? Genshin Impact 4.0 introduced the water region known as Fontaine to the game. With it, there are new characters, items, quests, and materials to discover, and the delicate Lumidouce Bell ascension material is one of those precious items. If you're lucky enough to pull one (or both) of the talented duo that is Lynette and Lyney from their respective Genshin Impact 4.0 banners, you're going to want to add them to your party. As with any of your Genshin Impact characters though, they should be leveled up for the greatest impact, requiring new Lynette ascension materials from Fontaine - including the Genshin Impact Lumidouce Bell. Here's every location to find the fancy flora. Continue reading All Genshin Impact Lumidouce Bell locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:18 AM  I haven't played Dungeons & Dragons before, and I don't know much about it besides the obvious. I know there's a dungeon master, or DM, who directs proceedings behind a cardboard shield. I know you lob some dice to determine the outcomes of an adventure that's contained in the heads of everyone at the roundtable. And that's about it. Baldur's Gate 3 is based on D&D's 5th edition and it's meant to honour its rules to the absolute tee. I'm sure it does! To be honest, though, I haven't exactly learned much about D&D by playing it. I don't even think of myself as playing D&D, instead I'm just playing an RPG whose complexity adds a nice mystery to proceedings. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:22 AM  I've not played a huge amount of Dungeons & Dragons, but I get why those kids from Stranger Things won't stop banging on about it. It turns out all those librarians in the 90s were right: using your imagination really is cool and fun! Indeed, our ability to conjure fiction from the ether is fundamental to the ongoing success of D&D. Making up stories with friends is very much a good time, and if you get to kill a goblin or two in the process? Well. That's just gravy. Built upon the foundations of D&D's fifth edition ruleset, Baldur's Gate 3 attempts to translate the fundamentals of the game into digital form. But how successful is it at doing so? Can a video game - with all the rigidity that comes with the medium - replicate the freedom of a table-top role playing game? |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:00 AM  Winding back the clock to rewrite past mistakes is a core stratagem of any Mimimi game. Baldur's Gate 3 might have rekindled the debate about save-scumming over in RPG circles, but in the stealth strategy arena where Mimimi operate, reaching for the F5 and F8 keys to quick load a previous save is as natural as swapping between your party members on 123, or activating their unique abilities to clobber all manner of unsuspecting guards on the back of the head with ASD and F. In their latest real-time tactics-me-do Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew, however, the act of quick saving has been woven directly into the language of the game, presented not as cold, hard button commands, but as 'captured memories' that your magical ghost ship The Red Marley is able to unleash to make sure your supernatural pirate crew don't get caught or die (again) on the job. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 5:34 AM  MiHoYo have released Genshin Impact 4.0's update, adding a new area, story elements, characters, domains and equipment to the gacha-driven free-to-play action RPG, which I remember having a lot of fun with last year. I've since inhaled a vast amount of shonen anime, and have accordingly been looking for a moment to reconnect with Genshin, one of the better anime games on the shop - perhaps this is it. As Rebecca (RPS in peace, sob) wrote last week, Genshin Impact 4.0's big new feature is the the sunken kingdom of Fontaine, which you can dive into after completing prologue mission Act III and unlocking the associated teleport waypoint in Sumeru. That's literally dive into: Fontaine - not to be confused with the nice man from the Bronx you encounter in Bioshock - is water-themed, and there's a new mechanic, Fontaine's Blessing, which allows you to navigate local lakes, together with a Lucin Fountain system that can be levelled up for certain items. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 4:00 AM  Larian CEO Swen Vincke has consulted his magic mirror, cast the bones and offered up a pinch of insight on Baldur's Gate 3's next few patches. Tantalisingly, these include a few changes asked for by players. "Our focus now is fixing any issues you report, but we are listening to suggestions," Vincke wrote on Xitter. "Current roadmap: a) Hotfix 4, b) Patch 1 (+1000 fixes and tweaks), c) Patch 2. The latter will already incorporate some requests." What could those requested incorporations be? Here are a few possibilities derived from my own crystal ball. |
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Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:30 AM
Square Enix announced a collaboration event with the Isetan department store in Shinjuku, Japan. This event is called Final Fantasy XIV x Isetan - A Decade's Journey and is scheduled to take place from September 28, 2023 to October 2, 2023, at the Isetan Shinjuku Store Main Building 6th Floor Exhibition Hall. The event will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Isetan Shinjuku store's move from Kanda and the 10th anniversary of the release of Square Enix's MMORPG. Collaboration FFXIV merchandise will be available in store and online via the Isetan Mitsukoshi Online Store and MOO:D MARK by ISETAN site. So far, 27 brands have been announced to be partnering with Final Fantasy XIV, with more to be announced in the future. Exclusive collaboration goods will be sold from each location. Here's a complete list of partner brands that will have FFXIV merchandise so far:
Beyond shopping, there will also be dedicated eating and drinking spaces, including an Eorzea Cafe. Furthermore, special exhibits are planned to be shown, some of which will be displayed for the first time to the general public. The next update about this event will appear on August 24, 2023 at 10:00 am during the "Super Hot, Super Hot, Super Hot! Midsummer Community Broadcasting 10th Anniversary Special" livestream. This event will include further insight into the details and contents of the collaboration. The Final Fantasy XIV x Isetan - A Decade's Journey event will take place from September 28, 2023 to October 2, 2023 at the Isetan Shinjuku Store Main Building 6th Floor Exhibition Hall in Japan. Collaboration FFXIV merchandise will be available in store and online from the Isetan Mitsukoshi Online Store and MOO:D MARK by ISETAN site. The post Final Fantasy XIV x Isetan's A Decade's Journey Exhibition and Merchandise Announced appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:00 AM
As promised, BlazBlue Entropy Effect did appear in 2023, as the Early Access version is now available for PCs via Steam. The goal is to get feedback from players on existing content, while gradually preparing more for the full release. The 91Act announcement noted it is about 60-70% done at the moment, with September 2023 and November 2023 updates planned. The final version is expected to appear in Q1 2024. The announcement went over some of the things already present in the game. There are seven classic BlazBlue characters to use. Five stages are present, but only one is described as having Metroidvania elements. 10 bossescan be encountered. While the full game will have multiple endings, this version does not. People will also only be able to play it alone until the full version's debut. 91Act did also discuss the price of BlazBlue Entropy Effect. The game will remain $19.99 while in Early Access. (At the moment, there is a temporary sale bringing that price down to $17.99 until August 22, 2023.) However, the developer did note "pricing adjustments may be made" at launch. BlazBlue Entropy Effect is now available via Steam Early Access on PCs. People can also play it on the Steam Deck. The full version of the game is expected to appear in Q1 2024. The post BlazBlue Entropy Effect Enters Early Access appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:30 AM
GameSpot recently released a FFXVI interview featuring Producer Naoki Yoshida's full explanation on how its Eikons came to be. It turns out this installment's version of summons were first conceived during a Tokyo Game Show 2014 experience Yoshida had. Later, when he ended up working on the latest mainline Final Fantasy game, he pulled from that idea for the Dominants and Eikons system we see in-game. The full interview also includes insights from Main Director Hiroshi Takai. Here is Yoshida's full statement given to GameSpot regarding the inspiration behind FFXVI Eikons:
Here's the official video clip from GameSpot featuring Yoshida.
Final Fantasy XVI is available on the PS5. A six-month exclusivity period is in effect, and a PC port should follow. The post 2014 Tokyo Game Show Experience Inspired FFXVI Eikons appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 10:00 AM
HoYoVerse shared the full Genshin Impact patch notes for the 4.0 update. Titled "As Light Rain Falls Without Reason," this is the first patch featuring the Fontaine area. While we saw characters from there before, like Charlotte, we never got to visit it. This means new Archon Quests, World Quests, Domains, characters, and equipment. For example, the siblings Lyney, Lynette, and Freminet will all become playable in 4.0. Everyone also gets Lynette for hitting Adventure Rank 25. The Genshin Impact patch notes for 4.0 are a little more descriptive than people might expect. For example, when discussing new characters or locations, there will also be details about what to expect from the region or their moveset. It also goes over the unlock requirements to access certain activities or storylines. Here are the full Genshin Impact patch notes for 4.0 from HoYoVerse's HoYoLab site:
Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and the 4.0 update is now live in-game. The first Lyney banner and Yelan rerun banner are live until September 5, 2023. The post Patch Notes for Genshin Impact 4.0 Appear appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:30 AM
Nami Sano, the manga creator of Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto died. She was 36 years old at the time of her death, and she passed away as a result of cancer. Her funeral was on August 7-8, 2023. [Thanks, Comic Natalie!] Sano's family did not specify what kind of cancer she had. However, it was a very fast-acting one, as she passed away a month after her diagnosis. Her family also uploaded parts of Sano's will online. In it, she stated, "This life was a fun one. I'm going to go to a freer world... Goodbye." According to Harta magazine's editorial team, Sano was in the middle of planning out a new manga series at the time of her passing. It noted that Sano was a unique manga artist and her editor was honored to have worked with her. Nami Sano was also a great influence on both other manga artists she worked with, as well as on her editors. Aside from Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto, Sano worked on Migi to Dali. Haven' t You Heard? I'm Sakamoto is a comedic series about a high school student, Sakamoto, who is effortlessly cool and the students at his school love him for it. Migi to Dali follows the story of twins who pretend to be a single person after a couple adopts them. Their goal is to find their mother's murderer, who lives in their adopted family's village. An anime adaptation of Migi to Dali will start from October 2023. Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto is available on streaming services like Crunchyroll. The post Nami Sano, Creator of Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto, Died appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:00 AM
HoYoVerse unveiled the splash art for Topaz, a new character who will debut in Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.4. Topaz will come with a Warp Trotter named Numby, who can help her perform her job as a debt collector for the IPC. She will be a five-star Fire character who follows the Path of The Hunt. According to her blurb on the Twitter account for Honkai: Star Rail, Topaz is the senior manager of the Strategic Investment Department and the leader of the Special Debts Picket Team. She is part of the Ten Stonehearts, and she has a topaz as her core stone. The Ten Stonehearts is a group that has not yet appeared in the lore. However, they are likely an organization of powerful or high-ranking individuals similar to the Arbiter-Generals of the Xianzhou Alliance. In English, Sam Slade will voice her. Some of Slade's recent work includes voicing Abigail in Epic Seven and Xuan Pin in Dislyte. Yoshino Nanjo will voice her in Japanese. Nanjo's previous roles include Eli Ayase on Love Live and Maria in Canaan. Honkai: Star Rail is readily available on mobile devices and Windows PCs. Topaz, along with Jingliu, will be the five-star characters who will appear in Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.4. The post Topaz and Numby Will Collect Debts in Honkai: Star Rail appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:45 AM  In the modern age of gaming, pre-orders have become a real point of contention. With offers of in-game bonuses, art books, and other shiny extras, companies are able to sell a game that is not finished in production. For some, this is seen as a way for studios to get away with unfinished games and subpar products without losing too much money. The practice encourages rushed games and results in often unplayable rubbish. (I'm looking at you, Cyberpunk). However, for others, pre-ordering and special editions are ways to support their favorite developers and get their hands on some extra loot, so the extra cash is worth it. But are the Armored Core 6 pre-orders and extra editions valid? Should you pre-order Armored Core 6? As a rule, I say withhold your money when it comes to games, no matter who the studio is or your love for the franchise. Pre-order bonuses are usually just a way to make money before a game's release. The practice also puts an added weight on the studios' ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, August 16, 2023 11:23 AM  Many game-altering decisions in Baldur's Gate 3 will have you scratching your head. You'll wonder whether or not you're making the correct choices, and how much it'll affect the game going forward. Upon getting to the end of the Gauntlet of Shar, you must choose something that will alter the course of the story. Let's go over whether you should kill or save Nightsong in Baldur's Gate 3. Baldur's Gate 3: Do you save or kill Nightsong? Shadowheart has dreamed of this moment for as long as she can remember. All she has to do is kill the Nightsong to become a Dark Justiciar for Shar, but is that really what should happen? If you're wondering whether you should kill or save Nightsong in Baldur's Gate 3, I personally think it's better to save her. Let's go over why below. Screenshot by PC Invasion Killing Nightsong in Baldur's Gate 3 If you decide to have Shadowheart kill Nightsong, she will become fully dev... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:12 AM  Malus Thorm is one of three boss fights that you can stumble across in the Shadowlands in Baldur's Gate 3. All three of these fights can be rather challenging if you have to go toe to toe with them. But Malus Thorm in particular can be a massive pain for those who are unprepared. So, here's a quick guide to defeating Malus Thorm in Baldur's Gate 3. Baldur's Gate 3: How to defeat Malus Thorm If you're planning on taking down Malus Thorm with your silver tongue, we've got a separate guide that covers how to persuade the Thorms perfectly. For this guide, we'll strictly go over how to defeat Malus Thorm in combat. If you're still looking for this boss, head over to the House of Healing which lies to the northwest of the Moonrise Towers. Screenshot by PC Invasion Malus Thorm is joined in the fight by four Sisters who all wield crude surgical tools as weapons. The man himself is level 7, while his entourage are all level 6. It̵... |
Gamer Empire Wednesday, August 16, 2023 7:38 AM Having a secure base in Project Zomboid increases your chance of survival significantly. Since there are unlimited ways to build a base, you may find it a bit overwhelming regardless of your experience in this post-apocalyptic world. This guide will show you how to build a great base in Project Zomboid step-by-step. Recommended Read: Project […] |
Gamer Empire Wednesday, August 16, 2023 4:18 AM Dark Knight is a Heavensward tank that begins at level 30. Tanks are known for being the best solo class yet also the greatest leaders. Dark Knight is a well-rounded choice that was aptly named to attract all kinds of people. So whether you want to be one of the newer tanks or you thought […] |
iDev Games Feed Wednesday, August 16, 2023 9:20 AM Watch out! There are a lot of zombies to splat! Instructions for PC version: mouse to change view direction, mouse button to fire. Instructions for mobile ... |
Gaming on PC Wednesday, August 16, 2023 8:07 AM Itching to take the fight to the alien invaders? Here's some tips on how to get into the Xenonauts games. Full article after the jump. |