Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:40 AM  Armored Core VI is hard enough if you're playing it the right way, but have you considered trying to beat every boss without guns, laser swords, or rocket launchers? That's what Twitch streamer ZeroLenny just did in what he's billed as one of his least-fun stunt runs ever: He managed to beat the game using mech… |
Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:35 AM  Naruto, the mega-popular shonen anime series, was supposed to receive four "newly made" episodes on September 3 to commemorate the show's 20th anniversary, but a recent announcement has pushed back their release. |
Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:55 AM  Diablo IV will host its first XP and Gold buff event, Mother's Blessing, from September 1 to September 5, which IGN noticed coincides with "NASApunk" role-playing game Starfield's release window. |
Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:47 AM  One of the advantages of HBO moving the timeline of The Last of Us backward 10 years from the video game's source material is that we are now living in the year in which it's set. We get to fondly remember moments from the show by screaming, crying, and throwing up as we reach specific dates. Today, August 29, 2023 is… |
Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:35 AM  It felt like this day might never come, but former world champion Magnus Carlsen and grandmaster Hans Niemann have finally put the cheating scandal that rocked the chess world last year, including meme-filled speculation about anal beads, to bed. |
Kotaku Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:15 AM  A spirit tormented by board games must have used its Diet Pepsi breath to take over my desire, because, for the past two weeks, I have been consumed by the need to play the tabletop version of Dominion, the feudal-style deck-builder. I love coming up with bite-sized strategies for its 30-minute rounds, and I'm… |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:50 AM  If you're old enough, like the age of the MK series with Mortal Kombat 1, or you've seen the grainy version on YouTube, you'll remember the original 1993 Mortal Kombat trailer. Silly but memorable, it featured a crowd running around a city, yelling "Mortal Kombat!", presumably to raise awareness of the fighting game. Now, it's been reimagined as a Mortal Kombat 1 trailer, as wrestler-turned-actor Dave Bautista, recently seen as Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 leads the charge. If you can't wait for the Mortal Kombat 1 release date, you're sure to love this blast of nostalgia. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Mortal Kombat 1 characters, Mortal Kombat 1 release date, Mortal Kombat 1 system requirements |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:25 AM  What are the major Starfield cities? Neon, Akila, and New Atlantis are three locations that have all been given 'location insight' developer videos. These short vignettes are light on in-game footage but feature Starfield design director Emil Pagliarulo, who gives viewers some insight into each city, the settlement's primary purpose, and some backstory. Traveling to each Starfield city will introduce you to a different Starfield faction, one of the big organizations that seemingly run the RPG game. With only a few months to go until the Starfield release date, you can take a closer look at some of the major cities in the space game to see what each city offers. Here's everything we know about Starfield cities so far. Continue reading Starfield cities – all known locations MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:10 AM  This Starfield sale is perfect now that the $1 PC Game Pass deal is gone, meaning you can start thinking about your preferred Starfield background with an extra $10 in your pocket. As we get nearer to the Starfield release date, this is the best deal you'll get for the Bethesda RPG game. Bring on Starfield. Continue reading Grab Starfield on sale at a $10 saving, a week ahead of launch MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:42 AM  Who are the Starfield voice actors? Bethesda may be returning to the age-old tradition of silent protagonists for Starfield, but that doesn't mean this highly anticipated game won't still feature a universe chock-full of colorful characters with voices to match. Back in 2021, Todd Howard revealed that over 300 Starfield voice actors had been hired to deliver 150,000 lines of dialogue. However, the studio has been remarkably tight-lipped on exactly who we can expect to hear on the Starfield release date as we journey across the Settled Systems. Here's everything we know about the Starfield cast so far. Continue reading Starfield voice actors and cast list so far MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:18 AM  Since you're reading this article, we take it you want to know which is the best Windows 10 VPN. It's a good question, considering just how many of them there are to choose from, and how many benefits they can offer, from improved connection speeds, to additional levels of privacy. If you were to ask us, the best Windows 10 VPN for PC would be ExpressVPN, and we've got an overview of why we think it's so good below. However, we recognise that this won't necessarily be the most appropriate choice for everyone, so we've also picked out four other providers, all of whom have unique strengths that make them well worth your consideration. For your browsing convenience, not only have we clearly sign-posted what we think each of these VPN services is best for (e.g. which is the fastest VPN, which is the best free VPN), but we've put together easily digestible tables which gives you an overview of each of these services at a glance. We're just nice like that. Continue reading Best Windows 10 VPN 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:00 AM  Is Starfield Steam Deck compatible? Playing Starfield on your Steam Deck should unlock a universe of entertainment from your sofa, but we haven't got the official word from Valve on whether it's Steam Deck compatible. Although you should be able to get the RPG running on your handheld, the struggles of similar games to get decent performance suggests you probably won't be blasting off at light speed. As stated in the Starfield system requirements, you'll need 125GB of storage space if you want to head out exploring new planets. There's over a hundred different solar systems on offer, so it's not exactly a surprise the game takes up so much space. If you're hoping to play Bethesda's latest title on the go, you might want to check out our guide to the best microSD card for Steam Deck, especially if you've got the 64GB model. Continue reading Is Starfield Steam Deck compatible? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:14 AM  When is Starfield coming out? The Bethesda space RPG was announced way back on June 11, 2018, during the E3 conference and has been the victim of many delays. But the long-awaited Starfield release date is almost here. And this time it's not going to slip. To put it lightly, Starfield has potential. Potential to be one of the best PC games ever. We know a fair bit about the space-faring open-world game 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. Here is everything you need to know about Starfield. Continue reading Starfield release date, latest news, and gameplay MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:38 AM  A massive Steam sale discounting some truly phenomenal strategy games is happening on the Valve platform right now, as the highly contentious Total War Warhammer 3 is nowhere to be seen, while previous games in the series are listed as part of the Steam Strategy Fest, despite also not having any discounts to speak of. With the ongoing outcry against the Total War Warhammer 3 DLC pricing issue, many are wondering what's going on. Continue reading The best Steam strategy games are on sale, with one obvious omission MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Total War: Warhammer 3 DLC, Total War: Warhammer 3 races, Total War: Warhammer 3 review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:29 AM  Is Armored Core 6 Steam Deck compatible? Whether you're a hardened fan of the series or brand new to the world of Armored Core 6, you shouldn't have any issues firing away into this new FromSoftware game on the Steam Deck. As stated in the Amored Core 6 system requirements, you'll only need 60GB of storage, which shouldn't make you blow a circuit. However, check out the best microSD cards for the Steam Deck if you're sporting the 64GB model and require that extra bit of space ahead of the game's release. Continue reading Is Armored Core 6 Steam Deck compatible? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:24 AM  Who are the Starfield companions? It's easy to get lonely in the vast reaches of space, but it wouldn't be a Bethesda RPG without a companion to tag along with you on your adventure. Beyond running through a full list of confirmed companions and crew members, we'll also explain some of the ways you can recruit them and include info on their abilities. You don't have to find a Starfield companion, but there are Starfield traits that offer additional bonuses for having a companion and staying in their good books. Companions often provide an alternate point of view during Starfield missions, and they aren't shy about commenting on the decisions you've chosen – so prepare to be judged for any morally questionable actions. It also goes without saying that they're also a prerequisite for a Starfield romance. Here's the scoop on companions in Starfield, along with their character Starfield backgrounds and skills. Continue reading All Starfield companions and their skills MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:15 AM  August 29, 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 Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:16 AM  What's the best HP gaming laptop? HP has plenty to offer gaming fans and knows a thing or two about mobile computing. Its Omen and Victus stables have something to offer most buyers regardless of their budget, so we've rounded up the best HP gaming laptops around to find out which is right for you. Hewlett Packard is a well-established laptop brand that's been around the block and bought the t-shirt. Though better known for its productivity machines than out-and-out gaming devices, HP has some gaming heritage. Much of that comes from its acquisition of the innovative Voodoo computers in 2006. Voodoo specialized in high-performance desktop computing, and that, combined with HP's portable computing nous, resulted in the resurrection of the Omen brand, which creates HP's flagship range of gaming laptops and desktops. To complement the Omen roster, HP created the Victus line to offer a broader range of budget gaming laptops covering the increasingly competitive sub-$1,000 end of the market. These well-specced machines offer functional looks paired with reliable, gaming-focused components, delivering devices that are more than capable of handling action-packed AAA titles but won't leave you destitute in the pursuit of owning one. But which of HP's latest line-up of high-spec, gaming-obsessed portables do we really rate? Read on to find out which of its line-up makes our list of the best HP gaming laptops money can buy. Continue reading Best HP gaming laptops in 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:10 AM  What are the latest Roblox music codes? There are thousands of popular songs available to listen to in Roblox, simply by entering music ID codes into your boombox or the radio. Using song IDs, you can play your favorite TikTok songs in games with your friends. So how do you play music in Roblox? The method varies depending on which game you want to blast your tunes in. Some games allow you free access to the boombox - simply equip and press it to bring up a text box in which you can enter a song ID code. Catalog Heaven is a great place to test the Roblox music codes you find, as it allows you to equip any boombox in the shop and try it out. In most games, however, you'll need to use the radio to play music. This is usually part of a paid Game Pass - the price of a Game Pass is set by each game developer individually. Once you have access to the radio, you can use it in the same way as the boombox - simply enter the song ID code and press play. Occasionally, tracks are taken down by Roblox, so if a code stops working, you'll have to look for a replacement. Here are the best radio music codes in Roblox that work in August 2023. Continue reading Roblox music codes August 2023 – the best song IDs MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:02 AM  What are the best Roblox games? Games aren't just better than ever for kids; the means of creating them are, too. The best example of that is Roblox: a massively multiplayer online game creation platform, and since it is so easy to make something fun, there are millions of Roblox games to enjoy. User-generated creations allow you to weather the existential threat of a natural disaster, try your hand as a pizza maker, and take a break away from it all with a spot of peaceful scuba diving. From sims to RPGs and adventure titles, we've highlighted the best Roblox games to enjoy, with over 100 million other pals in online games. Think of it like Minecraft and LittleBigPlanet smooshed together and forged into an entire platform to create one of the best free PC games available. Below you can find the best Roblox games and more about this exciting platform. If you're looking for some Roblox freebies, you can check these guides for working, new Shinobi life 2 codes, and Project Mugetsu codes to gain an advantage in your games. Continue reading The best Roblox games in 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:51 AM  What are the Starfield romance options? If you're looking for love in outer space, you've come to the right place. Starfield is set to be a sprawling epic, with over a thousand planets on your doorstep. Of course, this is a Bethesda game, so we already know that you're bound to bump uglies and develop Starfield relationships with a companion or two while you're off exploring the Milky Way. Well, never fear, because we're here to guide you through the birds and the bees in Starfield. According to the ESRB's rating summary, Starfield will absolutely let you have sex with a jetpack on, but it doesn't delve into the specifics of who can join you on this romance expedition. However, we've gleaned some insight into the ins and outs (oo-er) of Starfield romance following the Starfield Direct, so you can get lucky in the RPG game once the Starfield release date rolls around. Continue reading Starfield romance and relationships explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:36 AM  What is the best Starfield background? As you create your character in this massive space game, your origin story is one of the many options you have to pick. Each background has a short bio detailing what kind of person you are and three starting Starfield skills to set you on your way. As the Starfield release date approaches, so does the chance to play Starfield on Xbox Game Pass. To ensure you're fully prepared for Starfield character creation, let's dive into all of the currently revealed Starfield backgrounds and bio entries, as well as which starting Starfield skills each of them has. Continue reading Each Starfield background explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:38 AM  Where can I find a Starfield walkthrough? If you're looking for information on everything Starfield-related, you've come to the right place. It's no secret that the Settled Systems are a vast expanse, and there's an exhaustive amount of stuff to do. We don't blame you if you're feeling a tad overwhelmed – but relax and take a breath, because we're here to help you hunt down the right gun, NPC, or companion for you. Our Starfield walkthrough contains a varied collection of how-to guides across a range of different topics. From dialogue mechanics to character creation, you can consider PCGamesN your one-stop shop for all things Starfield. So, whether you're a keen-eyed Starfield sandwich bandit or bumbling space pirate, take your hand off the rage quit button and take a look at our guides instead. Continue reading Starfield walkthrough, tips, and how-to guides MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:24 AM  Life by You wants to take on The Sims for the title of the best life game around, and with some serious pedigree behind it and extra time before the Life by You release date, it just might. So we took a fresh look at the game during Gamescom 2023, and managed to talk with a developer about one of Life by You's most interesting ideas: relationships and interactions. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Life by You release date, Games like The Sims, Best life games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:24 AM  Rendering cutscenes in-engine carries with it certain hazards. As Assassin's Creed Unity players may know, glitches can undermine an otherwise dramatic moment. But, as wild as that game's wandering Frenchmen are, Baldur's Gate 3 has it beat. Watch as this fantasy RPG game's bumbling bard comes to an unexpected and explosive end in a brilliant Baldur's Gate 3 scene. |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:08 AM  What are the best Starfield skills? Todd Howard claims that the studio's new skill system "combines the best" from Bethesda's previous games, and we're inclined to agree. These skills are split into five separate paths: Physical, Social, Combat, Science, and Tech, and are unlocked through a combination of spending skill points and completing challenges. While the Starfield release date is still on the horizon, it's never too early to start customizing your character for the acclaimed studio's upcoming RPG game. After choosing your spacefarer's Starfield background and Starfield traits, the best Starfield skills are your go-to for shaping how you'll navigate combat, diplomacy, and survival in the long term. Continue reading All Starfield skills and which are best MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:24 AM  Have you ever wondered what Armored Core 6 would be like if it was even sillier? Or maybe you've got bored with Gundam and what you really want is a stack of severed doll heads on tank tracks instead of Armored Core 6? Then upcoming mecha robot game Custom Mech Wars could be right up your street if our Armored Core 6 review didn't sell you on the FromSoftware game already. Continue reading Armored Core 6 gets a sillier Gundam-style rival MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Armored Core 6 bosses, Armored Core 6 parts, Armored Core 6 builds |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:14 AM  How do you solve the Sea of Stars rune puzzle in the Flooded Graveyard? As you're searching for a soul stone to free your friend from the Dweller of Woe, you'll come upon a chest locked behind a set of bars with three colored runes above it. This area is located just to the west of the entrance to the Necromancer's Lair, and, if you're anything like us, you'll spend way too much time trying to figure out how to get at it – and the coffin locked in the southwest of the Flooded Graveyard's entrance. Do you also want to know where to find all the Sea of Stars Rainbow Conches? We have a comprehensive list with descriptors of where exactly to find each and what they unlock in Sea of Stars. Furthermore, our overview of all the Sea of Stars relics will let you know how you can alter the combat and more to suit your preferences. With that out of the way, read on to find out how to open this troublesome chest - and we've kept it spoiler free for you. Continue reading How to solve the Sea of Stars Flooded Graveyard rune puzzle MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sea of Stars review, Best RPG games, Best PC games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:35 AM  When is the Armored Core 6 release date? Armored Core 6 drops you amidst the Fires of Rubicon to fight dangerous extraterrestrial factions and claim the planet's natural resources. While that sounds incredibly dangerous, you get to pilot a huge mech along the way, which certainly helps your survival chances - provided you have the best customizations and battle strategies, of course. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is an action game developed by FromSoftware. While the studio is best known for games like Dark Souls and Elden Ring, Armored Core is one of their oldest game series, dating back to 1997. Here's a look at the robot game, including everything we know about the setting and story, and context around the journey to the release date. Continue reading Armored Core 6 release date, trailers, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Armored Core 6 bosses, Armored Core 6 parts, Armored Core 6 builds |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:15 AM  What are the best Starfield traits? Touted by Todd Howard as "the most flexible yet", Bethesda's latest suite of creation tools allows you to select unique character traits that apply positive and negative modifiers to your spacefarer. There's a wide variety of options on offer, so we've collected them all into one handy list to help you decide your favorites ahead of time. Traits can offer additional choices when completing Starfield missions, such as granting access to additional dialogue options and determining faction allegiances. They also supplement your Starfield background and Starfield skills when shaping the character you've created in Starfield. Are you an introverted homebody that prefers to stay planetside, or a wanted street rat with alien DNA? Either is possible with Starfield traits - just take a look. Continue reading All Starfield traits and their effects MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Starfield release date, Starfield companions, Starfield traits |
PCGamesN Tuesday, August 29, 2023 6:28 AM  How do you have dinner at the Golden Pelican in Sea of Stars? After the port town of Brisk is rebuilt, you'll notice a restaurant has opened up in the northwest corner of the colorful city. However, Gaspar, the haughty waiter, will not grant you access unless you have an invitation. You may think the Golden Pelican hides treasure or a powerful recipe to heal your party during battle – but no. It's part of one of the most heartfelt moments in the game which we won't spoil here. Continue reading How to get an invitation to the Sea of Stars Golden Pelican MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Sea of Stars review, Best RPG games, Best PC games |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:59 AM  Apologies to Geoffey K and his GTA 6-loving stage invader, but for me, the torquiest head-turner of Gamescom 2023 was not a game but AMD FSR 3. The Radeon gang's long awaited answer to DLSS 3 finally got a proper reveal, showcasing how its frame generation feature – called Fluid Motion Frames – could triple performance in supported games. And, while it was revealed alongside two new GPUs – the Radeon RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT – AMD general manager Scott Herkelman suggested that FSR 3 will work "on any graphics card" once it launches. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:22 AM  Sad news, folks. Munich, Germany-based independent developer Mimimi Games have announced that they're closing doors following the release of Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew, which RPS only recently described as the studio's best work yet. The developer plan to support Shadow Gambit with patches and additions, but are otherwise ceasing development and will "slowly ramp down" in the coming months. Founders Dominik Abé and Johannes Roth are even now trying to relocate the studio's few dozen employees, who will be paid a bonus taken from Shadow Gambit profits to ease the transition. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:30 AM  "What's better than gazing at the Milky Way?", asks Bethesda. The answer? "Savouring it as well." That's right folks, I may not have laid my hands on big Todd's mega RPG Starfield, but I've actually tasted its universe, in the form of a promotional drink handed out at Gamescom. It's composed of cinnamon and stardust, with the boundless expanse of space taking on the form of a grey liquid goop. I've got to admit, I think it makes for an excellent beverage, and could perhaps have elicited more excitement from me than the game itself will on release. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:24 AM  You may have noticed a mounting squabble between Starfield fans and detractors concerning the game's planetary maps, triggered by some leaks or fake leaks over the past week. Said skirmish has now escalated to "-gate" status, with "Tilegate" doing the rounds on forums and even creeping into search results, presumably much to the alarm of innocent, unaligned ceramics company Tilegate Trading Llc in Florida. The nub of the dispute seems to be thus: some people claim the procedurally generated tiles that comprise many Starfield environments actually glue together into complete globes, so that you can see and walk from one to the other and, indeed, all around the equator, while others claim they're discrete maps with invisible walls, similar to those of the astonishing "dreamable" space sim Noctis. Who knows, we might have an under-embargo Starfield review in the works that will lay matters to rest. In the short term, the uncertainty about whether Starfield's planets are actually planets puts me in mind of comparable celestial angst in Bethesda's Elder Scrolls games, where planets are more properly described as planes of existence, conjured by immortal beings, which sort of orbit the mortal world of Tamriel. I've been revisiting how Bethesda's mainstay fantasy games thought about outer space in the run-up to Starfield, and while I'm intrigued by the new game's portrayals of celestial mechanics (latest discovery: the Starfield starmap represents stellar and planetary gravity as dimples on a kind of galactic tarpaulin, as in old Stephen Hawking documentaries), I'll be very surprised if it offers anything quite as wonderfully bizarre. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:00 AM .png?width=1920&height=1920&fit=bounds&quality=80&format=jpg&auto=webp) How do you condense the vast, far-reaching tendrils of Paradox's open world Sims-killer Life By You into 20 minutes? The short answer is you can't, really, but while most of my brief, guided Gamescom demo covered very similar ground to what I saw back in March when it was first announced, there was one little detail that really grabbed my attention - and that's how everyone has eyes like a hawk in this game. They're almost constantly aware of everything that you're doing. So much so, that they can even get a little bit creepy about it, as was made plain in my hands-off demo session. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 8:30 AM  Granblue Fantasy: Relink has been on my most anticipated games list for two-years, with all of my anticipation based purely off bitty trailers that haven't revealed anything other than its flashy action RPG combat and deeply anime towns. So, I was rather excited when I had a chance to play it for all of ten minutes in one demo, then around 40 minutes at this year's Gamescom. Blazing fast mental arithmetic puts my total time with the game at around 50 minutes... with a catch. The two demos were identical, though, so all of my time was dedicated to smashing the same large skeleton and large rock man. I got to know them and it's battle system intimately, I suppose, so while I can't speak for the quests, but the fights? Gloriously chaotic. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:44 AM  Every weekend, indie devs show off current work on Twitter's #screenshotsaturday tag. And every Monday (well, unless it's a holiday), I bring you a selection of these snaps and clips. This week, my eye has been caught by decorating tapes, a wide range of wet worlds, a spread of cool violence, a murderous squirrel, and yes, immersive sims. Come admire these attractive and interesting indie games! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:00 AM  Vampires might be the themed threat for Diablo 4's second season, but it was arguably its own player base who drew first blood when season one started at the end of July. As you may have heard by now, Diablo's Season Of The Malignant didn't exactly go down all that well, with much of the hissing and fang-bearing directed toward its nerf-heavy balance patch that arrived a couple of days before the season started in earnest - a series of events that Blizzard's franchise general manager Rod Fergusson describes as "a perfect storm of a couple of situations" when I sit down to talk with him at Gamescom. "Season one was exceptional, because we did something we'd never do again," says Fergusson. "As part of listening to players wanting to carry over their renown, we had to put the patch out a couple of days before the season. The intention is that a season and a patch would go [live] the same day, so at the time we make a balance change and you start a level one character, it feels differently to go through the progression with the new balance." |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 6:03 AM  What's the first derelict and/or abandoned (but is it really abandoned???) spaceship you ever visited in a videogame? I'm struggling to pin it down through the growing white noise of early middle age - as with much else in my life, everything blends into a gritty soup of Metroid and DOOM beyond the turn of the millennium - but I suspect it might have been a level from Rebellion's amazing 1999 Giger 'em up Aliens versus Predator, which I now recall only as screenfuls of fangs illuminated by Smartgun fire. Does Sonic 2's Flying Fortress Zone count as abandoned, given that almost every NPC aboard is robotic? Blargh. I'm more confident picking my favourite space derelict, which would include choice excerpts from the debris field of trashed starcraft you traverse in the otherwise-questionable Dead Space 3. I'm hoping for more of that kind of thing in Starfield, in which you'll encounter a wide range of scuttled vessels plus still-crewed, decidedly hostile "Legendary" ships that could play a part in the hotly upcoming Bethextravaganza's capacious endgame. There's fresh news on this front from senior level designer Zach Wilson, who has been waxing lyrical online about "the tragedies and perils of space travel". |
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Nintendo revealed details about Crableg Capital, a new stage coming to Splatoon 3. It showed off the new stage in a quick teaser video, showing off the stage's details. The new stage will be released as part of Drizzle Season 2023, which starts on September 1, 2023. Crableg Capital was first seen in the Drizzle Season 2023 trailer, where it was used as the location to show off the new Dread Wringer weapon. The new stage is set in the financial district of Splatsville, taking place among the clouds on the roof of a skyscraper. Construction cranes tower over the stage, suggesting the skyscraper is still under construction. The stage appears to be a larger stage than some others in Splatoon 3. It also appears to be a two-level stage, with the top level made mostly out of grates. https://twitter.com/SplatoonNA/status/1696508102860808216 The new stage will arrive as part of Splatoon 3's first anniversary celebration, which coincides with a special Splatfest. Adding to this celebration, Nintendo have announced that 80 new banners and 400 new Splashtag Titles will be added as part of Drizzle Season 2023. Some of these will part of the Catalog, while others will be available via the Shell-Out Machine in the Lobby. Splatoon 3 is out now for the Nintendo Switch. Drizzle Season 2023 kicks off on September 1, 2023. The post New Splatoon 3 Stage Crableg Capital is Set on a Skyscrape appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:30 AM
The Square Enix Store is selling a melody clock based on Persona 3 Portable for customers both in Japan and in North America. It will play a song every hour, for a total of twelve songs. There is a video on the Square Enix social media account that shows how the clock sounds and looks. The Persona 3 Portable clock costs 16,280 JPY, or $147.99, and it'll come out in July 2024. Here's the video showing off the clock. According to the description on the North American Square Enix store, the Persona 3 Portable melody clock has a light sensor. It will only play a melody when it senses light, so you don't have to worry about "Burn My Dread" waking you up in the middle of the night. It can also double as a night light, since it comes with a backlight that'll turn on when the room gets dark. The tracks that are in the clock are:
The artwork for the clock shows all members of SEES in the original art style of the game. Atlus has updated the sprites and designs for everyone in the upcoming Persona 3 Reload. But since the clock is for Portable, everyone (including the FeMC) looks like they did during the original release of the title. The Persona 3 Portable clock is open for pre-order and will ship out in July 2024. Persona 3 Reload will come out on February 2, 2024. Persona 3 Portable is on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PSP, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and PC. The post Persona 3 Portable Clock Plays Songs Every Hour appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:15 AM
Sega Plaza revealed that new NieR Automata character cat figures will appear as prize items in select game centers throughout Japan. The protagonists included are protagonists 2B, 9S, and A2. The figures are expected to appear in Winter 2023. More news will come at a later date. You can take a better look at the new napping cat mini figures of 2B, 9S, and A2 from NieR Automata here: https://twitter.com/seganewsnavi/status/1696077741555409276 This is not the first time that these characters have been portrayed as cats. On April 2023, a new line of keychains depicting 2B, 9S, and A2 as cats appeared on Animate stores in Japan. The new NieR Automata mini figures are joining the Ohiruneko line of merchandise, which has previously featured Nijisanji EN VTubers figures and plushies, as well as plushies from the Spy x Family series. Another NieR Automata merchandise good releasing this Winter includes a Good Smile Company plush of protagonist 2B that will appear on December 2023. As a reminder, a collaboration event featuring characters from the NieR series is currently available on Naraka: Bladepoint. The event ends on September 6, 2023. NieR Automata Ver1.1a is streaming on Crunchyroll. The game is available to play on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The NieR Automata character cat figures will show up in Japan in Winter 2023. The post NieR Automata 2B, 9S, and A2 Napping Cat Figures Coming Soon appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:00 AM
Koei Tecmo released a third trailer for Fate/Samurai Remnant ahead of the game's release on September 29, 2023. This time around, the trailer focuses on the relationship between Miyamoto Iori and his Saber-class servant. However, it also teases some of the systems we'll get to play with in the game, including equipment, skill trees, and a whittling minigame. The trailer begins with Saber remarking on Iori's personality in a far gentler tone than we've seen in previous trailers, before we transition to a scene of them clashing. We then get a title cut before being shown some new gameplay footage including a look at Gilgamesh's shop, a woodworking minigame, and an equipment screen that should look familiar to any players of Omega Force's previous games. A skill tree is briefly shown before Li Shuwen shows off his special attack and Circe transforms Iori into a pig with the magic of ancient Greek hallucinogens. As the music kicks, in we see some more special attacks and some close shots of the various masters, servants, and other characters in the game. The video then ends with a rundown of the pre-order and special edition rewards. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgxC3edcEnY[/embed] This is the third trailer Koei Tecmo released for Fate/Samurai Remnant, with previous trailers having focused on showing off the various Servants or setting up the story. You can also read some of our previews here and here. Fate/Samurai Remnant is due out on September 29, 2023 for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 and PC. The post Third Fate/Samurai Remnant Trailer Teases Systems and Relationships appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:45 AM
Nintendo announced its next Direct will be a variant focusing on Super Mario Bros Wonder. People can learn more about the game on August 31, 2023 at air at 7am PT/10am ET/4pm CET. The title was first revealed during the June 2023 Nintendo Direct. This is the new 2D-style Super Mario game set to debut in October 2023. The placeholder is already present on YouTube for the event. We also know this will be one of the shorter Direct offshoots. It will only spend 15 minutes looking at the new game ahead of its debut. This should mean new gameplay footage and looks at what to expect from this installment. As a reminder, the gimmick here is that there will be Wonder effects that changes how the stages and game will look. This means that we could see silhouette stages or things like moving pipes. There will also be some new power ups for characters to use. The one showcased in the June 2023 Nintendo Direct was Elephant Mario. However, another showed Mario turning into a spiked ball underwater to smash through things. Nintendo also confirmed that Daisy and Yoshi will be joining Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad as playable characters. Super Mario Bros Wonder will come to the Nintendo Switch on October 20, 2023, and the Direct looking at it will air at 7am PT/10am ET/4pm CET on August 31, 2023. The post Super Mario Bros Wonder Direct Airs This Week appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:30 AM
A new animated Honkai: Star Rail trailer featuring Dan Heng Imbibitor Lunae and Dan Feng is now available via the various HoYoVerse YouTube channels. It focuses on the crimes Dan Feng committed (though we do not yet have all of the details regarding them), as well as Dan Heng's determination to break free of his past. The members of the High-Cloud Quintet also make cameos. You can watch the trailer here: It is also available in Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean. In the trailer, Dan Heng and Dan Feng meet and discuss how Dan Heng is unable to escape his past. In all languages, Dan Heng and Dan Feng do not share a voice actor. The voice director for HoYoVerse has said in the past that this is to reflect that Dan Heng may be Dan Feng's reincarnation, but the two are ultimately different people. While we've had hints in Honkai: Star Rail as to why Dan Feng had to molt to repent for the crimes he committed, we still don't know exactly what prompted him to try and steal immortality. The trailer offers a brief flashback to the High-Cloud Quintet breaking up as a result of this. But the scenes and voice lines lack a lot of context. More information on it may show up during Dan Heng Imbibitor Lunae's Companion Mission. Honkai: Star Rail is readily available on mobile devices and Windows PC. PS4 and PS5 versions are in development. Version 1.3, which will be the playable debut of Dan Heng Imbibitor Lunae in Honkai: Star Rail, will go live on August 30, 2023. The post Animated Honkai: Star Rail Trailer Shows Dan Feng and Dan Heng appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:15 AM
Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis pre-registrations reached over 1.5 million worldwide. To celebrate hitting this milestone, It will be giving all players who pre-register a free gear voucher. This allows players to redeem it for one of the available costumes in Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis. The company also announced a new milestone goal for 1.7 million pre-registrations to the upcoming mobile game. It will be giving away 7.7 billion Blue Crystals currency to be split between all players who play FFVII Ever Crisis. The amount of Blue Crystals to be given to each player will be based on the number of downloads within the first three days of the game's launch, and all players are eligible even if they did not pre-register. [caption id="attachment_980876" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] FFVII Ever Crisis will feature brand new story focusing on Sephiroth as a young hero 15 years before the start of Final Fantasy VII. Sephiroth will meet The First Soldier characters Glenn, Matt, and Lucia and embark on a journey together. This game will also cover the events of FFVII, Crisis Core FFVII, and expand on never-before-seen story during these games. The battle system in FFVII Ever Crisis is inspired by the original FFVII, utilizing an Active Time Battle system while combining new mechanics like Command Stance and Limit Combos. Players can also set the game to Auto or to the Accelerated mode to speed up the game and grind battles faster. FFVII Ever Crisis also features co-op battles to take on more difficult challenges with others. FFVII Ever Crisis is a free-to-play game and is set to release on September 7, 2023 worldwide. It will be available on Android and Apple iOS devices. The post Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Reaches 1.5 Million Pre-Registrations Worldwide appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:00 AM
G-Mode will release Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen for the Nintendo Switch and Windows PC in Japan. However, there is no release date, nor is there any information on whether or not it will appear overseas. Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen originally came out for phones in Japan on December 1, 2006. Here is a trailer for Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen: It looks to be a remaster of the original title, so it still looks like a game that you would play on a phone. As for the story, it's based on the original Persona and is a spin-off that takes place during the events. The Deva System transports the protagonists to a bizarre space in between worlds, in which demons roam. They must then try to find a way back to their world, all while fighting or negotiating with the demons they come across. The story will not be the same as the first Persona. However, it will have similar mechanics, such as negotiation and Fusion. It is also similar to a roguelike in which your party dying will lead to you losing all of your money and items. This will create a more "thrilling" experience, according to G-mode's webpage for the game. Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen is in development for the Nintendo Switch and Windows PC. It will only be available digitally. G-Mode previously ported Megami Tensei Gaiden: Last Bible New Testament III: Mugen no Eiyuu to its G-Mode Archives+ collection. Since this never made it overseas, there's a high chance that Ikuu no Tou Hen will remain exclusive to Japan. The post Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen to Appear on Switch and PC appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:30 AM
The four new Naruto episodes that Studio Pierrot is working on for the 20th anniversary of the Naruto anime will be delayed. Originally, the first episode would have aired on September 3, 2023. However, according to a tweet on the official Boruto social media account, the studio will delay these episodes. This is so the studio can increase their overall quality. The full statement includes the fact that it has been six years and five months since Studio Pierrot worked on Naruto. Since these episodes will be to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Naruto anime, it decided to delay them in order to improve their quality. It apologizes to fans who have been waiting for the broadcast. More information on when they'll premiere will appear on official social media accounts, as well as the Naruto website. There weren't a lot of details on what the new episodes would entail. What we do know is that Studio Pierrot previously stated that this will be "newly-made animation," which was the same wording it used for the "Road of Naruto" trailer. There is the chance, then, that these episodes will not be completely new content. Naruto and Boruto are available on streaming services such as Netflix and Crunchyroll. More information on when the 20th anniversary Naruto episodes will start airing will appear on Naruto's official social media accounts and website. The post 20th Anniversary Naruto Episodes Delayed appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:00 AM
When Starfield arrives, the Premium and Constellation collector's editions bring a The Art of Starfield art book app with it. This is an app people can use to hear music from the game, as well as see Bethesda concept art that helped lead to the final product. To help provide people a better idea of what to expect from it, there's now a teaser trailer just looking at this supplemental program. Here's the full The Art of Starfield art book teaser trailer. Rather than actually showing inside of the app itself and "pages" from the concept art sections, it's a video of its main menu. However, rather than a static menu, it shows off different areas inside of a ship, highlighting the design and ways in which different areas look. As it does, a song from the game's soundtrack plays in the background. In addition to workspaces, we also get to see a dining area and a private space someone can use as a bunk to sleep and relax in.
Starfield will come to the Xbox Series X and PC on September 6, 2023. Early access begins on September 1, 2023. The post Starfield Art Book App Highlighted in New Video appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:54 AM  Armored Core 6 really likes to keep it original with their enemies' builds. Some are the size of wasps but sting like them, too. Others are hulking leviathans that look like mountains. One is even a spider. No matter what you're up against, FromSoftware has carried over their inventive approach to boss battles that rings so true in the Souls games. As you come to the end of the Attack the Refuelling Base mission in Armored Core 6, you will be faced with not one, but two insanely fast mechs, known as EKDROMOI, and they're a trick to beat. Armored Core Build You got to be fast. You got to be really fast. Unlike a number of the other fast Armored Core I have written about, the EKDROMOI twins do actually need to be matched for speed. With the previous fast Armored Core, it is possible to tank it out and absorb damage while throwing a few quick dashes in. Due to there being two Armored Cores this time, you need to be constantly moving and fast. Choose a lightweight me... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:32 AM  Armored Core 6 is a pretty difficult game, and it's fun to try and overcome the barriers that stand your way. These barriers usually come in the shape of a boss or mini-boss, where you will need to adapt your AC build to try to also account for the weaknesses in the opponent's build. It's quite fun, and the flexibility that the game gives you in-terms of its capacity for builds makes this even better. You can choose to run an all explosive weapon build, or a melee build, or even run some tank treads and become a literal tank who can deal some major damage. The choice is yours. Some of the challenges in the game come from the in-game Arena mode, which has you fighting other ACs. Here's our guide on how to beat G6 Red in Armored Core 6, one of the arena fights. How to beat G6 Red in Armored Core 6 G6 Red is an enemy you'll fight as the final evaluation of Rank F of the Arena mode in Armored Core 6. He uses mostly explosive weapons, meaning he can deal some major damage to you i... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:26 AM  Some arena battles in Armored Core 6 are easier than others. The Maeterlinck fight is hard for two reasons, the first is that it's impossible to pronounce its name, and the second is because it is fast and frustrating. However, there is a pretty easy way to beat Maeterlinck in Armored Core 6, provided you know the right build and technique. How to beat Maeterlinck in Armored Core 6 First, you need to get your build right. As with most fast-paced fights, I found that trying to match their speed is futile. Then, you need to know the tactics, and they may surprise you. Build Maeterlinck is all about speed and stun, so you need to prepare for that well. Get yourself some of the heavier legs; the DF-LG-08s did me very well. They don't compromise too much on weight or speed but provide a lot of attitude and can support the weapon setup you need. For the weapons, you can't choose anything with a slow projectile, so double up on the chain guns. The fast speed o... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:04 AM  Since the game's release, Genshin Impact has been in the spotlight for several bug exploits and new hacks. A new Co-op hack using the four-star Dendro character Kaveh and a third-party plug-in has been making the rounds on the Genshin Impact online forums over the last several days. The hack allegedly could delete important objects permanently from other players' worlds through the Co-Op system of the game. Recently, the developer of the game, HoYoverse, turned to Twitter to address the ongoing situation and explained the measures taken by the developer to mitigate the losses of the affected players. Genshin Impact Hack Explained The exploit, which is now known as the 'Kaveh Hack,' was discovered when Chinese gamers began posting and complaining that their in-game objects, such as Statues of the Seven, Elemental Totems, and other items, had been irretrievably removed from the game. To make matters worse, some users reported that objects cannot be... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:32 AM  Dimension Door is a powerful transportation spell in Baldur's Gate 3. It lets you transport yourself and one other ally to another space you can see. This is understandably a very strong ability to have as it's essentially a more powerful version of Misty Step. And just like Misty Step, there are quite a few ways to cast Dimension Door.. Baldur's Gate 3: How to get Dimension Door Dimension Door is a level 4 Conjuration spell that can be learned by the spellcasting classes in Baldur's Gate 3. Bards, Sorcerers, Warlocks, and Wizards can each learn this spell once they reach level 4. Trickery or Ambition Domain Clerics and Paladins with Oath of Vengeance can learn Dimension Door as well. The pool of classes that can learn this spell is a little lower than Misty Step. But in fairness that's understandable given this spell's increased utility. Of course, there are other ways to get Dimension Door without having to know the spell... |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 11:10 AM Veteran players often forget how to dive in FFXIV because there are long spans in the story when it's not a requirement. So don't feel bad if you don't remember how to dive from time to time. Before you can dive, you have to reach the Stormblood MSQ "In Soroban We Trust". Completing this quest […] |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:18 AM If you are just now making your way to the end game of Destiny 2, you will soon realize that you need a lot of Ascendant Shards for your gear. Ascendant Shards can be hard to come by. Today, we'll go over some of the best methods for obtaining Ascendant Shards. Recommended Read: What Is […] |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 8:48 AM In Fire Emblem Engage, there is a Gift mechanic that allows you to give presents to your favorite ally Units. In doing so, you can increase Alear's personal Support Bond with whichever Unit you present a Gift. This makes the Gift feature a very useful addition to the game, so you should take advantage of […] |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 5:29 AM Planets are the lifeblood of an empire's economy. That is why knowing what to build on your planets is one of the primary drivers of success in Stellaris. Due to the galaxy map being unique and your starting position within being random, there is no one size fits all solution to planetary buildings. Nonetheless, there […] |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 5:08 AM Fire Emblem Engage, like many various RPG games, has different endings that you can receive as you complete the main story. The ending that you get is determined by the outcome of your final battle against the Fell Dragon Sombron in Chapter 26 of the main story. Recommended Read: Fire Emblem Engage – Fishing Guide […] |
Gamer Empire Tuesday, August 29, 2023 4:10 AM One of the pillars of a strong empire is trade. The best Stellaris players know how trade works and what it does for their economy. There are three forms of trade in Stellaris. There are trade value, market trading, and diplomatic trade deals. These methods are very different from one another, and some new players […] |
WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Tuesday, August 29, 2023 9:15 AM When rumours first began to appear on the horizon suggesting Rockstar was planning a remaster of Red Dead Redemption the excitement was palpable. Launched in 2010, Red Dead Redemption has sold millions of copies, topped numerous "Best of" lists and spawned a sequel that did it all over again. A remaster of Red Dead Redemption seemed like an easy money-maker for Take-Two and Rockstar. How quickly it all fell apart. The new version was announced as a "conversion" being handled by Double Eleven with a price tag of $50 and no improvements or upgrades mentioned. The hype train was derailed, all while Take-Two attempted to argue that the $50 asking price was justified, despite the game just being a port to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. Still no PC version in sight. The disappointment in the air could be shot with a revolver. |