GamersHeroes Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:28 AM The dog-eat-dog world of Novarama's UNITED 1944 will see its Early Access on December 12. The post UNITED 1944 Launching in Early Access December 12 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:44 AM The latest character trailer for Arika and Bandai Namco's TEKKEN 8 puts the spotlight on "The White Angel of Death" Sergei Dragunov. The post TEKKEN 8 Sergei Dragunov Character Trailer Released appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:20 AM The 18th post-launch update for Creepy Jar's Green Hell, players can dive into the Fortifications Update starting today. The post Green Hell Fortifications Update Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:18 AM The 1.0 release of Iron Wolf Studio and Daedalic Entertainment's Naval-Warfare Sim Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter is now available. The post Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
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Kotaku Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:08 AM  While Sony acquired Destiny 2 maker Bungie for $3.6 billion in 2022, it repeatedly claimed the creator of Halo and other hits would remain an "independent subsidiary." Now IGN reports that if Bungie's sci-fi MMO keeps failing revenue targets, Sony could dissolve its existing board of directors and take full control of… |
Kotaku Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:45 AM  The time is almost upon us: Geoff Keighley's Game Awards are happening on Thursday, December 7, celebrating the games of the past year and likely offering a look at some of what's to come in 2024. To get you prepared for the imminent event, we've compiled everything you need to know, as well as what you can expect… |
Kotaku Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:15 AM  The longevity of League of Legends is astounding. Across the industry, developers are trying to grab a share of the lucrative live-service games pie. Since 2009, the enduring popularity of this multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game has made it a golden goose: often imitated, but never replicated. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:48 AM Yes hunty, you read that title correctly - Drag Her! is an upcoming indie fighting game featuring some of the stars of RuPaul's Drag Race. Ever wondered how Kim Chi would react if Alaska told her that her makeup is, indeed, terrible? This, kitty girls, is the moment you've been waiting for. Continue reading There's a RuPaul's Drag Race fighting game, yes, really MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best fighting games, Best LGBT+ games, Best free Steam games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:41 AM Cryptmaster is so bold and charming, I can't help but grin just moments after it begins. The deep, resonant voice of the eponymous Cryptmaster booms over the opening titles, as the mysterious dungeon master peers over you, beckoning you back from the dead. This delightful upcoming indie creation is a blend of adventure games, word puzzles, and dungeon-crawling RPGs, and you can try it out right now courtesy of a free demo on Steam. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best indie games, Best puzzle games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:35 AM Resident Evil 4 Remake has some of the finest over-the-shoulder shooting in all of videogames. The original RE4 set the standard, of course, but Capcom's 2023 horror hit made it louder, nastier, and more gratifying. You take the intense, back-to-the-wall action of Leon Kennedy's latest outing, and combine it with the isometric viewpoint and brutalist, pseudo-Soviet aesthetic of Disco Elysium. It sounds like they won't fit together - how can you have a third-person shooter if we're playing from that classic CRPG-type perspective. But you see, this is the trick. With an art style also reminiscent of Signalis, and dismemberment mechanics that would make Dead Space's Isaac Clarke jealous, Holstin, a new survival horror game available to try on Steam, has a lot of cool surprises. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Best adventure games, Best indie games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:31 AM What are the Diablo 4 Abattoir of Zur rewards? This punishing Pinnacle Dungeon is the highlight of patch 1.2.3, offering high-level players a chance to test their mettle against the hardest challenges that the servants of Zir can throw at them. That said, the Diablo 4 Abattoir of Zir rewards aren't as substantial as you might assume. In many ways, the challenge is meant to be the reward in itself, as Blizzard continues to expand the Diablo 4 endgame for its most powerful players. The Diablo 4 Abattoir of Zir is effectively a time trial, which tasks you to clear the Diablo 4 dungeon in the space of ten minutes. However, this simple challenge is easier said than done, and even battle-hardened Diablo 4 veterans can may find it a struggle. That said, here's what you can earn once you finally beat it. Continue reading Diablo 4 Abattoir of Zir rewards MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:30 AM It's not often that I find the visual style of a game so arresting that it completely grabs my attention, but that's exactly how I feel about action platformer Ultros. With bright psychedelic colors, a Ridley Scott's Alien vibe, and a really promising atmosphere, this is one that your early 2024 videogame radar should be attuned to. Continue reading Hotline Miami meets Deathloop in this slick new metroidvania game MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best metroidvania games, Best indie games, Best platform games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:34 AM What is the best AMR9 loadout? The AMR9 is a lightweight and versatile SMG that can be customized in various ways to suit your playstyle, whether that's improving the gun's range or adding extra firepower so it operates more like an AR. The AMR9 gives the MW3 Striker loadout a run for its money to be the best SMG in MW3. We've decided to steer into the AMR9's strengths of being mobile and snappy, as well as being pretty fun to use, so have gone for a class setup and loadout to improve its mobility even further. Here's our preferred AMR9 loadout. Continue reading Best AMR9 loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:22 AM Stardew Valley is an absolute delight, but have you ever wished that you could take on the wildlife (and perhaps even some of its inhabitants) in turn-based RPG combat? With the likes of Honkai Star Rail, Baldur's Gate 3, and Sea of Stars really tickling our tactical neurons in 2023, it's only fair that the format turns its eye to the world of peaceful rural exploration. Enter Hermit and Pig, a delightful indie game promising just that, which has already caught my eye with its charming style. Continue reading This new Steam game is Stardew Valley reimagined as a turn-based RPG MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, Best turn-based RPGs, Games like Stardew Valley |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:23 AM What is the best Rival 9 loadout? Taking an SMG into battle as your primary weapon is a statement, it tells your opponents that you're going to push the pace of the fights, that you're going to get in their face, and that you're going to be relentless. The Rival 9 is a compact SMG that will see you run rings around your enemies. The Modern Warfare 3 release date is here, and with it comes a host of new MW3 guns and a bunch of classic MW3 maps. One of these new guns is the Rival 9, an all-rounder when it comes to the SMG category, the Rival 9 sits in the middle for nearly every attribute, which makes it an excellent choice if you plan on engaging the enemy in a multitude of scenarios. Continue reading Best Rival 9 loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:10 AM While there is plenty of hype for The Game Awards 2024 - and a fair bit of controversy - one thing that is becoming somewhat of an annual tradition is the giving away of Steam Decks. This year, 100 1TB Steam Deck OLED models can be won, and all you have to do is watch the marathon awards ceremony live. During last year's event, the OG Steam Deck was given out to lucky winners every minute, as long as they were watching The Game Awards live, but it appears a different format will be in play this year, with the 1TB Steam Deck OLED as a prize. When we reviewed the Steam Deck OLED we were mightily impressed by the fact it was more than just a simple screen upgrade and deemed it a must-buy over the predecessor. Continue reading You can win a free Steam Deck OLED just by watching The Game Awards MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:08 AM Metal Gear Solid has one of the most brilliant and distinctive aesthetics in all of gaming. Psycho Mantis, Solidus Snake, the spooky, metatextual boss fight with The Sorrow - Kojima's style transcends just visuals, and encapsulates a caricature of politics, history, and contemporary social issues that's instantly recognizable and purely subjective. But there's a new stealth game, by independent developer Tallboys, that gives even the strangest and most visionary moments in MGS a run for their money. Essentially, it's you versus a single guard. The only problem is that the guard is a giant, and watching your every move like B.F. Skinner with one of his rats. Welcome to Militsioner. Continue reading Forget Metal Gear Solid, this is the strangest stealth game ever MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best stealth games, Best indie games, Best puzzle games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:09 AM What is the best MTZ 762 loadout? Battle rifles are an interesting class of weapon in Modern Warfare 3; their slow rate of fire when compared to the assault rifle class means that they can be an unforgiving weapon for the novice, but if you manage to find the weapon setup that fits for you, these guns can dominate. The Modern Warfare 3 release date is finally here. One of the most devastating Modern Warfare 3 weapons we have used is the MTZ 762, and with this Modern Warfare MTZ 762 setup, we were able to take players down almost instantaneously - no matter the range. Continue reading Best MTZ 762 loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:55 AM Mark Rubin, executive producer on Ubisoft's Call of Duty rival XDefiant, says the game's final stages of development before launch are "progressing really well." However, as players prepare to get their hands on the new multiplayer shooter challenging the ranks of MW3, Apex Legends, Battlefield, and Counter-Strike 2, the veteran CoD developer outlines some of the big problems spotted during the most recent round of XDefiant beta tests that have caused the free-to-play game to be pushed back into 2024. Continue reading Ubisoft's Call of Duty rival "can't go live" until parties are fixed MORE FROM PCGAMESN: XDefiant release date, Best multiplayer games , Best FPS games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:46 AM When is the next Valorant Night Market? Hopefully, some of your long-sought-after weapon skins have been added to your collection. If you're unsure whether to part with your valuable Valorant points, we can tell you how long you have to decide - and if you're disappointed by your market, how long to wait until the next one. Of course, Valorant skins don't offer any competitive advantage, but looking cool and giving your opponents something pretty to look at as you dominate them in the FPS game offers its benefits. With anything from seasonal skins to colorful patterns and intimidating designs for most Valorant guns and blades, there's bound to be something you like in the next Valorant Night Market. Continue reading Next Valorant Night Market 2023 dates MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Valorant Night Market dates, Valorant ranks, Valorant crosshair codes |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:59 AM What is the best MTZ Interceptor loadout? The MTZ Interceptor is a marksman rifle that excels in mid-to-long-range firefights, capable of eliminating enemies with a single shot. Our best MTZ Interceptor loadout concentrates on reducing gun kick, further increasing the effective range, and giving you a large magazine capacity. The Modern Warfare 3 release date is here, and there's no better time to figure out what your favorite MW3 gun is. The marksman rifle class fills an interesting niche within the multiplayer realm; their slow rate of fire doesn't cope well with close-range encounters, but the staggering power of each semi-automatic shot can dominate the mid-range. Pair our Modern Warfare 3 MTZ Interceptor loadout with one of the best MW3 SMGs and you'll be unstoppable. Continue reading Best MTZ Interceptor Loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:28 AM Which cars are in GTA 6? There's no shame if you're looking to pound the boardwalks of Vice City, but your own two legs won't get you very far once the cops are on your tail. Cars are by far the best mode of transportation in Grand Theft Auto – it's in the name, after all – and it's important to recognize an old beater from ol' reliable before you drag some poor hapless commuter out of the driving seat. We've spotted several Grand Theft Auto 6 cars in the GTA 6 trailer that could serve as your next ride. Several cars from GTA 5 and GTA Online are set to return in Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside modern-day versions of old favorites. Of course, there's a high chance you can also navigate Vice City using GTA 6 cheats, but nothing beats a shiny new set of wheels. Here's all the GTA 6 cars Rockstar Games has teased ahead of the GTA 6 release date, so you can watch out for them once the crime game finally arrives. Continue reading All the GTA 6 cars we spotted in the trailer MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 6 release date, Best open-world games, GTA 5 cheats |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:37 AM What is the best MW3 MCW 6.8 loadout? The gunsmith system from Modern Warfare 2 makes its way to MW3, giving players a range of attachments to design the weapon of their dreams. Marksman rifles are the most customizable weapons in the Call of Duty series, turning a long-range rifle into a weapon designed for close-range combat. Our Modern Warfare 3 MCW 6.8 loadout takes the marksman rifle and transforms it into an assault rifle. We also have the best MCW loadout which genuinely is one of the best assault rifles in the game, but the MCW 6.8 gives you a harder-hitting weapon in a familiar body. Without these specific attachments, the MCW 6.8 wouldn't crack our list of the best MW3 guns. Give this heavily customized MCW 6.8 a try to destroy enemies on the battlefield. Continue reading Best MCW 6.8 loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:14 AM What is the best Longbow loadout? For the best sniper rifle in Modern Warfare 2, you want something that you can use to take down enemies from across the map. While it might take some practice depending on your aim, this MW3 Longbow loadout can destroy enemies at massive range with just one chest or headshot and is up there with the best sniper rifles in the game. Now Modern Warfare 3 is finally here, it's time to start thinking about your best MW3 loadouts and, as part of that, the best MW3 guns. This incredible Modern Warfare 3 longbow loadout can be used at mid-range for instant downs, or up close if you have a quick trigger finger. Continue reading Best Longbow loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:53 AM Well, here's a nice surprise. Here I was thinking I'd have to wait until Civilization 7 to get another edition of the defining Sid Meier strategy sim, and all of a sudden, 2K has launched a new Civ game right out of nowhere. If you've aced Age of Empires, crushed Crusader Kings, and want a slightly speedier substitute to Civilization 6, the new 4X builder, subtitled Eras and Allies, is available, well, now. Continue reading A new Civilization game just launched out of nowhere |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:41 AM What is the best KV Inhibitor loadout? You need the best guns at your disposal when you dive into Modern Warfare 3 matches, as the slower TTK speed helps make this one of the most competitive installments yet. We've gone through every gun in the game and found the best loadout for each one, simply find the ones that match your play style. We've built out the best MW3 longbow loadout to take out opponents from across the map, but if you want to quickscope at a shorter distance, then you should consider this Modern Warfare 3 KV Inhibitor loadout which prioritizes speed. We've all been there, running around MW3 maps with a sniper rifle out, just to get downed by the enemy's AR before you can even think about getting them in your sights. While you can try and shoot from the hip, this speedy ADS sniper build can turn the tables on your Modern Warfare 3 foes. Continue reading Best KV Inhibitor loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:19 AM What is the best Holger 26 loadout? Most Call of Duty players tend to pick assault rifles as their go-to weapons, however, there are plenty of other guns like the Holger 26 that can be devasting when combined with the right attachments. By building the Holger 26 with lighter parts, you can still use large magazines without introducing any additional bulk to your weapon. A lot of people tend to ignore Modern Warfare 3 LMGs when thinking about the best MW3 guns, but the best Holger 26 loadout will make you reconsider what your favorite weapon is. The Modern Warfare 3 release date is finally here, and we have the best Holger 26 loadout so you can decimate your foes from the off. Continue reading Best Holger 26 loadout and class setup for Warzone and MW3 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: MW3 review, MW3 zombies, MW3 guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:09 AM What's the best Officer build in Rogue Trader? By far the least straightforward of the beginning four archetypes, Rogue Trader's Officer excels in supporting the rest of your adventure party as you traverse the horrors of the warp and battle waves of dangerous xenos. But why play as an Officer, you ask? Well, giving allies an extra turn can quickly turn the tide of battle, and the archetype's focus on the Fellowship characteristic means they're a great help dealing with all the dialogue you'll be sifting through. However, it is the only one that doesn't have a pre-made character to build off of – but don't worry, we got you covered, along with the best choices for an advanced archetype. If you do want to play as a more initially straightforward class in Rogue Trader, check out our Warrior build guide – great for smashing things and staying alive. Likewise, our Soldier guide shows you how to make the most out of ranged weaponry to decimate your foes; otherwise, the unconventional Operative guide might fit your style more. If you're still keen on the Officer, read on to learn the best way to build a veritable commander, in and out of combat. Continue reading Best Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader Officer build MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Warhammer 40K games, The best RPG games, The best space games on PC |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:13 AM What's the best Soldier build in Rogue Trader? For those of you that like sniping, burning, exploding, or just generally blasting your way through your enemies, Rogue Trader's Soldier class was made with you in mind. With an impressive amount of weapons in the game – from powerful alien sniper rifles to flamethrowers – Soldiers have the most options available to them when it comes to equipment; furthermore, they're not half bad with a melee weapon or two if enemies get too personal. While a bit easier of an archetype to build, the Soldier nevertheless requires a bit of nuance to make the most out of as you explore the dangerous Koronus Expanse. If you're a fan of guns but not the Soldier's kit, check out our Operative archetype guide, which also works incredibly well with long ranged weaponry. Otherwise, our Officer guide details how to prepare the archetype for the use of guns. And if you want to forsake ranged weaponry all together in Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader, our Warrior guide has you more than covered. If you're still keen on a Soldier, read on for the best build. Continue reading Best Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader Soldier build MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Warhammer 40K games, The best RPG games, The best space games on PC |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:06 AM What's the best Operative build in Rogue Trader? For those that like to exploit, debuff, and debilitate, there's no better option than Rogue Trader's Operative archetype. It may take a while to wrap your head around how exploits and weaknesses work as you explore the Koronus Expanse, but once you get a handle on it, having two or more Operatives on your team at any given time greatly increases your ability to take down difficult foes. Tied with the Officer for being the most nuanced archetype, this guide will help you ease the stress of what specific talents and features to choose upon leveling up. You'll need a few of them to make short work of warp demons and xenos threats. But maybe the Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader Operative isn't your style, and you'd like something a little bit more straightforward? Check out our guides for versatile but melee-focused Warrior or for the gun-obsessed Soldier archetypes. And if you're a sucker for complex mechanics but would rather pass on the Operative, our Officer guide details how to take command of your companions and the battlefield. If you're still interested in the Operative, read on to find out the best build. Continue reading Best Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader Operative build MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Warhammer 40K games, The best RPG games, The best space games on PC |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:05 AM What's the best Warrior build in Rogue Trader? There's nothing more Warhammer-like than a chainsword-wielding maniac leaping into battle to slice up the Emperor's foes. Thankfully, Rogue Trader offers the Warrior as one of the game's four starting archetypes, and while it's a bit straightforward – and your first companion is a Warrior – there's more versatility to the class than any other. Warriors are fully capable of being melee powerhouses, defensive tanks, and have the flexibility to wield a powerful sidearm or secondary long ranged weapon to make sure they can always turn your enemies into a bloody mess. As a result, it can be quite daunting to make a Warrior in Rogue Trader's already complex character creator, but the build detailed here will ensure your versatile melee enthusiast survives the hordes of vile xenos. What if a Warrior doesn't fit your style? Check out our guides for the gun obsessed Soldier, the debuffing Operative, and the supportive Officer. If you want to wield two-handed greatswords in a sci-fi setting, any one of these classes can develop the use of melee weapons – you don't have to stick with the Warrior archetype. That said, if you want to really hone in on slicing and dicing through Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader, read on for our best Warrior build. Continue reading Best Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader Warrior build MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Warhammer 40K games, The best RPG games, The best space games on PC |
PCGamesN Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:00 AM Developer Owlcat Games is no stranger to isometric role-playing games or CRPGs. We're in a renaissance era for them right now, starting from Pillars of Eternity in 2015 through to 2023 game-of-the-year frontrunner Baldur's Gate 3. Owlcat Games' other contributions to this revival include Pathfinder: Kingmaker and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Both games were well received but not without their problems, which brings us to Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader - the team's latest and most ambitious CRPG to date. Continue reading Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader review – a deep but unfinished sci-fi RPG MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best Warhammer 40K games, The best RPG games, The best space games on PC |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:30 AM  Rockstar has released a 90-second GTA 6 trailer! Wowee! No seriously, ignoring my cynicism for a second, it does look really impressive. As I mentioned in our RPS reacts piece, I'm genuinely excited by the prospect of a renewed Vice City and you bet I'll be there for the inevitable five-minute narrated trailer that begins with a person saying, "Welcome to Vice City". There's no doubt Vice City is going to be dense and chaotic, going by all the twerking and the social media parodies of real life Florida folks. But really, I do hope that Rockstar doesn't just reserve next-gen's horsepower for wildness. I want some peace, some quiet, some innocuous suburbs to laze around in. That would be nice. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:00 AM  Ultros is one of those games you can't help but pay attention to. Back when it was first revealed in May at Sony's pre-notE3 PlayStation Showcase, its colourful, fever dream visuals from Hotline Miami artist El Huervo instantly made it stand out among all the drab multiplayer shooters jostling for attention. Then, between talk of it being set inside a cosmic uterus known as The Sarcophagus and having to use seeds and plants over successive runs to alter the shape of the map to your whim, it only became more intriguing. Now, after playing almost two hours of this Metroid-y roguelite for myself, there's still a lot about it to take in and digest, but holy moly what a thing to behold at the same time. This is surely going to be one to watch for Metroidvania likers when it comes out on February 13th next year, because cor, this is looking really quite good, folks. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:45 AM  Last time, you decided that Diablo's Tristram theme is better than chain explosions. I hadn't peeked at the votes while voting was still underway so I'm a little surprised by the outcome, given how much of the discussion favoured explosive practicality over emotive plucking. This week, I ask you to pick between two different types of cool missing. What's better: ricochet attacks, or blue shadows on dodges and dashes? |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:32 AM  Prophecy's Tribes 3: Rivals broke cover earlier this month - or more accurately, came skiing out of cover with a flag in one fist and an electric crossbow in the other. The developers have now shared a bit about how it differs from Hi-Rez's Tribes Ascend, released way back in 2012, which we adored. Created by a former Hi-Rez subsidiary that includes several of the original Ascend leads, the new shooter retains its celebrated predecessor's emphasis on agility and momentum, but will be a premium game sold for $20 with separately sold cosmetics, rather than a free-to-play affair. It also won't have a singleplayer campaign, much to the probable consternation of Tribes: Vengeance fans, and the indifference of everybody else. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:22 AM  In the grim darkness of the far future… I will finish my review of Owlcat's Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. It turns out that trying to complete an estimated 100-hour RPG during the run-up to The Game Awards is too much for this humble Scriptor. There are still many more tabletop-style planetary maps to discover and plunder, many more character levels to scale, and many more cursed artefacts to tamper with before my protagonist, the closet Chaos worshipper Bruschetta de Plonque, can pronounce herself mistress of the Kronos Expanse - assuming the Inquisition doesn't claim her first. But after 20 hours of the game, I can absolutely say that I'm looking forward to the next 80. While it doesn't have the cinematic swagger and raw anecdote-generating capacity of obvious rival Baldur's Gate 3, Rogue Trader has mystique and depth to spare, both in terms of its grotty narrative and its exceedingly busy combat and levelling systems. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:00 AM  Do you like robots and being given challenges? Then is the sixth door on this year's RPS Advent Calendar is for you! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 7:34 AM  Ah, man, this one really stings. League Of Geeks, the developers behind Armello and the upcoming Solium Infernum remake, have announced they've had to pause the development of their spaceship colony roguelike Jumplight Odyssey "indefinitely" as the studio faces mass redundancies. Over 50% of staff have been affected, including the entire Jumplight Odyssey team, and part of their publishing and operations teams. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, December 6, 2023 6:01 AM  After my time spent with open world action adventure Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora, all I wanted was a jeep, maybe a jet to get around quicker. The jungles and the plains might be wonderful to look at, but they're too vast, filled with boring tasks, and overly reliant on level-gating to force a sense of progress. Sure, there's some spectacle in narrow escapes from the nasty humans - and their factories that make the plants droopy - but throughout the rebellion I ditched my bow for a shotgun with extended mags and a muzzle brake. For a game that's all, "the humans are bad", I was ready to defect. At least I would've been able to keep my shotgun. |
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:00 PM
Square Enix announced that it will collaborate with Tsutaya (the pottery brand, not the rental stores) on maki-e plates to commemorate the tenth anniversary of Final Fantasy XIV. The plates will be available to pre-order from December 12, 2023 until January 15, 2024.
Wajima-nuri is a type of Japanese lacquerware that differentiates itself from other lacquerware with the usage of multiple layers of urushi in the undercoat. Though the precise details of when this particular style of lacquerware came about, historians believe that the current version of it came about during the early Edo period. The reason why Square Enix and Tsutaya will work together to release wajima-nuri plates is to try and interest younger people in the ancient art.
There will be two wajima-nuri plates available for the Final Fantasy XIV collaboration. The first one focuses on Bahamut and the second references Meteion. The Bahamut plate costs 66,550 JPY ($451.75) and the Meteion plate costs 40,700 JPY ($276.30). Another Bahamut plate will be on display at the Final Fantasy XIV fan festival in 2024.
Though the original Final Fantasy XIV game came out in 2010, this 10th anniversary is actually referring to the current 2.0 version. The game was originally a critical and commercial failure. However, after Naoki Yoshida became the director and producer of Final Fantasy XIV, he revamped it and then relaunched it in 2013. It then went on to become one of Square Enix's most popular and profitable properties.
The Final Fantasy XIV 10th anniversary plates will come out after late March 2024. Final Fantasy XIV is readily available on the PS4, PS5, and Windows PC.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:30 AM
Lasengle uploaded a new trailer for Uesugi Kenshin, who will be a limited SSR Ruler in Fate/Grand Order. Other Servants on her banner are Berserkers Mori Nagayoshi and Nagakura Shinpachi.
Uesugi Kenshin is the SSR version of Nagao Kagetora, who was a free SR Lancer during the Gudaguda Final Honnoji 2019 event. For reference, Nagao Kagetora is the birth name of the famous Japanese war lord Uesugi Kenshin. Uesugi Kenshin's Noble Phantasm, Bitenhassou Shiranui, increases her Arts performance for one turn. It will then remove a single target's buffs, and then deal a powerful Arts attack. It will deal extra damage against enemies with the Man Attribute.
Like her Lancer counterpart, Nana Mizuki is the voice for Uesugi Kenshin. Mizuki is a singer and actress whose career started in 1997. Some of her more prominent roles include Fate from Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha, Tamao in Shaman King, and Hinata in both Naruto and Boruto.
As for Uesugi Kenshin the actual person, he was a famous daimyo during the Sengoku period of Japan. He ruled over the Echigo province, which is around modern Niigata Prefecture. He had a rivalry with Takeda Shingen, who also appeared in Fate/Grand Order when the current Gudaguda Super Goryokaku event started in late November 2023. Due to his fame and exploits on the battlefield, he is a popular figure who has appeared in multiple video games and anime based on the Sengoku period.
Fate/Grand Order is readily available on mobile devices, with the Japanese server currently running the Uesugi Kenshin banner. The banner will end on December 19, 2023.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:00 AM
We finally know the exact Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat English release date for the global version of the mobile game. Nebulajoy announced it will debut on January 10, 2024.
This comes over three years after NebulaJoy and Capcom said the game would appear worldwide. The Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat English release was confirmed back in June 2021. Since then, there haven't been too many updates on its progress. A closed beta was held back in March 2023, however.
Now that there is a set date for the mobile game, Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat pre-registration is open. There are five tiers to hit with rewards tied to each one, as well as a 10 Secret Treasure Seals reward if follower counts for all social media channels total adds up to at least a million followers. Here is a list of the five pre-registration reward tiers available, with the 100,000, 500,000, and 1,000,000 ones hit:
As a reminder, this game follows an entirely new story. However, familiar faces like Dante, Vergil, Nero, and Lady will appear to fight.
The global Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat release date is January 10, 2024, and it will be available on Android and Apple iOS devices.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:30 AM
Taito and Capcom announced that Street Fighter 6: Type Arcade will launch in arcades around Japan from December 14, 2023. The full list of stores that will have the game is available via Taito's website.
There will be 20 characters at launch that you'll be able to play as. This is two more characters than the starting roster of the console version. If you're more used to using a controller, you can also connect one to the machine. Street Fighter 6: Type Arcade will also be the first Street Fighter game in the entire series to implement Safety Mode. When playing against other people in Safety Mode, it will not count as Game Over until you lose twice.
On December 14, 2023, at the Plaza Capcom in Kichijoji, there will be an event. Pro players Kazunoko and Dogura, as well as gravure model and influencer RaMu, will have an exhibition match during it. The first 50 visitors to attend this event will receive a free Street Fighter 6 tote bag. As well, though there are only a limited number of cards, all customers who play Street Fighter 6 at this particular store will receive an exclusive IC card sticker.
Street Fighter 6 is readily available on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC. The arcade version will appear in Japan from December 14, 2023.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:00 AM
Several hours ahead of the Argenti banner in Honkai: Star Rail, HoYoVerse uploaded a trailer focusing on him and his skills. As a reminder, Argenti is a five-star Physical Erudition character who is a member of the Knights of Beauty.
You can watch the "Argenti: Whither Hath the Petals Gone?" trailer for Honkai: Star Rail here:
Pom-Pom is the one sitting across from Owlbert this time, since they had wanted Owlbert's help in looking for Argenti after he made a mess in the Astral Express. This is both a reference to his trailer and his Companion Mission, which will debut in the second half of Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.5. His Skill deals Physical damage to all enemies. His Burst does basically the same thing but with a higher percentage of his ATK. With his Talent, he can not only restore Energy, but he can also get a stack that'll increase her Crit Rate.
Despite his obsession with beauty and elaborate looks, Argenti's kit is incredibly straightforward. As such, he'll likely want Relics that'll help him increase his Crit DMG, ATK, Physical DMG, and SPD. Like Jingliu, due to his ability to increase his own Crit rate, players with Argenti will probably be able to focus more on his Crit DMG in his Relics.
Honkai: Star Rail is readily available on the PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. Argenti will appear in the gacha of Honkai: Star Rail from December 6, 2023, with Silver Wolf re-running as well.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:30 AM
The 4.3 special program for Genshin Impact "Roses and Muskets" will come out on December 8, 2023. It'll start airing at 4am PT/7am ET, and you'll be able to watch it via Twitch. It will also air again after on YouTube.
The English version of the stream shows Lumine with Navia and Chevreuse. HoYoVerse released teasers for the two characters back in November 2023. Navia will be a Geo character, and we already know from cutscenes in the game that she uses a claymore. As for Chevreuse, she is the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol Captain in Fontaine. She will be a Pyro character. Though she's holding a musket in her splash art, it's unclear what weapon she'll use. Both Navia and Chevreuse will use have the Ousia alignment.
Like previous special programs, the Genshin Impact Version 4.3 announcement stream will show a new trailer, reveal the banners and the orders, as well as tease upcoming events. HoYoVerse will also provide codes that players can redeem to get in-game rewards.
Currently, Genshin Impact is in the second half of Version 4.2. The banners are the Ayato and Cyno re-runs. Xiangling, Shinobu, and Kirara are the 4-stars on rate-up. There are still around four days left for the Thelxie's Fantastic Adventures limited time event as well. Playing through the event will give rewards such as Primogems, a Crown of Insight, and a copy of 4-star character Freminet.
Genshini Impact is readily available on the PS4, PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. The special program for Genshin Impact Version 4.3 will air on December 8, 2023.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:01 AM
The action-adventure genre is one of the kinds of games best-suited for VR experiences, with the original Asgard's Wrath being an early Oculus staple. After going through part of Asgard's Wrath 2, it feels like Sanzaru may be building even further on the original while incorporating staples from console action-adventure and action-RPG staples.
Asgard's Wrath 2 begins shortly after the first game, but in such a way that it invites newcomers into the adventure. Loki, as the god often does throughout many forms of media, betrayed the player and sought power on his own. After breaking out of the tavern where they were trapped, the player character is attacked by what looks like a griffin with Egyptian ornaments and is picked up by the Weavers. (Think of the three as being like the Norns in Greek mythology.) After dubbing the player a Cosmic Guardian, they send you out to track down Loki again.
It's then that the story begins in earnest and I was able to really get an idea of what challenges Asgard's Wrath 2 would present. I watched as a tomb raider named Abraxas broke into the Temple of Atum, encountered the imposing goddess Sakhmet, and fell low. It's then that I was able to essentially possess him and step into his shoes, escaping the temple with him and starting the journey to find Loki together.
I suppose one of the things that first really impressed me about Asgard's Wrath 2 is its dynamic nature. A lot of this isn't all that much of a shock. The first game did a lot to really be active and immerse players, and we've seen games like Assassin's Creed Nexus VR feature a lot of exploration and movement. But even the initial looks at the Temple of Atum, before our escape alongside Abraxas, help establish a level of motion, exploration, and puzzle-solving along the lines of a Tomb Raider or God of War game.
Especially the moments when I'd step outside myself. I didn't expect to suddenly stop possessing Abraxas early on and then step into my more godly role to solve a puzzle. But this extra degree of inventiveness showed how Sanzaru is willing to incorporate different sorts of VR experiences and elements into what would otherwise feel like a more traditional action-RPG and adventure. The godscale moments felt like a chance to play around, and I felt it was almost like a fourth-wall-breaking moment when such chances would happen.
Likewise, the combat early on impressed me and left me feeling more like I was going through a Skyrim sort of affair than a typical, detached VR "experience" in the best sort of way. Your weapons are easily accessible either via pulling them from your waist or by heading into the menu. Since Abraxas was my host at the outset, I could wield a sword and a throwing axe. While tossing it around involved a bit of a learning curve with regards to aiming, the actual combat was just easy to get into in the first few hours. With the exception of an early boss-type encounter with set patterns, I could just dash up to standard enemies and start attacking or throwing the axe at them, not waiting for their reactions. If there were unholy, humanoid minions and wasp-like enemies around at the same time, I could dodge so the wasp's poison would hit the humanoid enemies and harm them. It really felt like I could experiment and play around within the confines of the "rules."
Also important is that Asgard's Wrath 2 almost immediately helps you find the comfort level that works for you in terms of accessibility and controls. It allows you to set up attacking, movement, and visual options to ensure you don't encounter any motion-sickness and it is easy to play for extended sessions. When going through more dynamic moments, perhaps involving a ladder or rope, you can touch certain items to immediately trigger the movement from different positions. There were also multiple points that "saved" my progress and where I was, in the event my Quest 3 battery failed me.
It really feels like Asgard's Wrath 2 could be the sort of game that gets referred to on the same level as other action-RPG adventures, rather than a VR adventure with setpiece moments that happens to have the same sort of approach as a God of War or Skyrim. It feels like Sanzaru could really be branching out and trying something with the game, and I'm curious to see how the rest of the adventure goes.
Asgard's Wrath 2 will come to the Meta Quest 2 and 3 on December 15, 2023.
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Siliconera Wednesday, December 6, 2023 8:00 AM
Sanrio has announced a collection based on the movie RRR, with merchandise of the characters in a chibi style with mascots like Hello Kitty appearing in Japan from December 8, 2023. You'll be able to buy them from Animate stores.
Aside from Sanrio mascots, characters from RRR appear on goods as well. Some of the Sanrio mascots that are part of this collection include Hello Kitty, Little Twin Stars, Pochacco, and Hangyodon.
Here is the list of items that are part of the Sanrio and RRR collaboration and their prices:
RRR is an Indian Telugu-language film that came out in 2022, following on the Indian revolutionaries Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem. It was highly popular and well-received. RRR received several nominations at the Golden Globe Awards, as well as won awards at the 28th Critics' Choice Awards. It is the highest-grossing Indian film in Japan and as of September 2023, it made over 2.345 billion JPY in Japan.
The Sanrio and RRR collaboration goods will appear in Animate stories from December 8, 2023. Other Sanrio collaborations going on include ones with Onimai: I'm Now Your Sister! and Sailor Moon.
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:43 AM  LEGO Fortnite is certainly not a crossover people expected. Even with the trailer out, people are left confused about how the game will play. Here's all we know on the topic so far. LEGO Fortnite has nothing to do with the Battle Royale It may come as a surprise to some that Fortnite isn't purely a Battle Royale game. The original Fortnite game was about surviving waves of enemies whilst building defences during the day. It seems that with LEGO Fortnite, it'll be much closer in comparison to the original Fortnite than the popular Battle Royale. However, it is still exceedingly unique. LEGO Fortnite will allow multiplayer with up to 7 friends, and it is very keen on cultivating creativity and collaboration. As is typical of both LEGO and Fortnite, building will be available, although considering the creative push, lots more should be available to build than in previous Fortnite games. Image via LEGO and epic Games Due to leaks a... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:40 AM  Fortnite Festival is the new Rock Band-like game mode (made by Harmonix who made Rock Band) and the first songs they are releasing are some real bangers. Here are all the songs in Fortnite Festival. What songs are in Fortnite Festival? At launch, Fortnite Festival has 34 songs. In my opinion, all of these songs rock — it's a great mix of early 2010s and modern tracks. I can't wait to play these songs. Here are all 34 songs currently in Fortnite Festival: The All-American Rejects – Dirty Little Secret Bell Biv Bedoe – Poison Billie Eilish – Bad Guy The Cranberries – Zombie DNCE – Cake by the Ocean Fall Out Boy – My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light 'Em Up) Florence + the Machine – Dog Days are Over Greta Van Fleet – Highway Tune Imagine Dragons – Thunder Kendrick Lamar – i The Killers – Mr. Brightside KT Tunstall – Suddenly I See Lady Gaga – Bad Romance LMFAO... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:14 AM  Going into Avatar Frontiers of Pandora, I'd only seen the first Avatar film, and that was back when it first came out. I wasn't really expecting some of the surprises that Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment would give us with Avatar Frontiers of Pandora, as my review in progress should explain. And yet there were, and continue to be as I finish the main story, plenty of issues I have with this open-world Avatar RPG. While it's incredibly gorgeous and has some pretty innovative features, the few downfalls and frustrations I have with it start to pull me away from the overall experience. Screenshot: PC Invasion The Na'vi experience What Avatar Frontiers of Pandora really sells is the idea of immersing yourself in James Cameron's world. While this does lack some RPG features like dialogue choices and an in-depth character customization, your character's voice and personality weaving through the story really help imme... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:14 AM  Monopoly GO has released the longest milestone event so far, the Winter Wonderland event. Let's see how far you'll get with double the usual time. How does Winter Wonderland work in Monopoly GO? Winter Wonderland is a milestone event in Monopoly GO. In milestone events, it's your task to get as many points as you can. At certain point thresholds, or milestones, you'll be rewarded. The more you progress, the higher the rewards will be. To get points in Winter Wonderland, you'll need to go around the board and collect snowflake pickups. Like shields, you'll have to land on them, at which you'll earn 2 points. This is multiplied in accordance with your dice multiplier, so you'll want to roll high when a pickup is near. Image via Scopely Winter Wonderland will last for four days, ending on the 10th of December. This is the longest milestone event we've had so far, so make the most of it! ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:08 AM  LEGO Fortnite is a PvE survival crafting game where you and your friends need to collect materials, build structures, and fight enemies. The big question on my mind going into it is how big is the squad and server size in LEGO Fortnite? How many party members are in a squad and server in LEGO Fortnite? In regular Fortnite, we know you can play solo, duos, trios, and squads which are one, two, three, and four party members respectively. We also know that regular Fortnite has up to 100 players in one lobby or server. While we don't know the exact party limit yet for LEGO Fortnite, we have some hints that lead us to believe it's bigger than expected. Related: All potential crossovers in LEGO Fortnite Usually, survival crafting games only have the capacity for up to four players per server (except Minecraft which is always the exception to the rule). LEGO Fortnite is similar to Minecraft in many ways, and one overlap they have is LEGO Fortn... |
Gamer Empire Wednesday, December 6, 2023 10:06 AM Furnaces are the most popular items in games that have any kind of mining mechanics, as players will spend a lot of time smelting down various ores they get while hitting nodes. In Stardew Valley, you will experience the same thing, as you will need a lot of Furnaces to get all the ingots you […] |
Gamer Empire Wednesday, December 6, 2023 9:33 AM Chocobo colors are a fun way to switch things up in FFXIV. They show up when you're riding them as a mount or if you're keeping them out as a fighting companion. Do you want to change the color of your Chocobo? You've come to the right place. Recommended Read: Best Server to Choose in […] |
WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Wednesday, December 6, 2023 11:29 AM As 2023 winds down there aren't a lot of big games left, except for Ubisoft's new Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora which is, of course, based on James Cameron's two Avatar movies, the latest of which released earlier this year. Let's take a look at the reviews for Ubisoft's latest game and see if its worth buying. |