Jan 14, 20:00


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, January 14, 2023 7:13 PM
    

When it was released on January 14th 2003, SimCity 4 had its problems. Its huge cities would chug on even decent PCs, for one, and its traffic simulation seemed outright broken.

Twenty years later - thanks to faster PCs, the Rush Hour expansion, and a huge modding community - SimCity 4 is the best of all SimCity games. If what you care about is simulation, scale, variety, and the beauty of urban sprawl, it's also the best citybuilder.

Read more


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, January 14, 2023 6:05 PM
    

Against The Storm provided some of the most fun I had playing a citybuilder last year. That was in part because, despite being set in a dark fantasy world in which you must satisfy an unyielding Queen, and despite being in early access, it's remarkably graspable. It's the kind of citybuilder where, if you place a building in the wrong place, it simply lets you pick it up and move it at no cost.

As of its latest update, there's now a new customisable game mode that lets you make your expeditions even more relaxed - or much harder.

Read more


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, January 14, 2023 5:04 PM
    

Google and Nvidia have both provided the US Federal Trade Commission with objections to Microsoft's attempted acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Bloomberg report. The FTC opted last month to sue Microsoft to block the acquisition, arguing that the deal would suppress competition.

Read more


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, January 14, 2023 4:26 PM
    

Google Stadia will close its doors on January 18th. As a parting gift, Google have released the game they built to test the streaming service before the streaming service launched. "Worm Game" is a version of Snake with plenty of levels and modes to try and, of course, it's playable within your browser.

Read more


Twinfinite Saturday, January 14, 2023 2:49 PM
     Who says fans can't be creative?

Siliconera Saturday, January 14, 2023 6:00 PM
    

street fighter chun-li bison statues

In commemoration of the final day of the Street Fighter "The World of Guys Stronger Than Me" exhibition, there was an auction for the life-sized statues of Chun-Li and M. Bison. Both of them were on display at the various venues. Someone could also try to get the special visual panel that was specifically for the exhibition at the same auction. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

Both are part of a silent auction that will be held from January 13-31, 2023. They will go to the highest bidder. For each statue, the starting bid is 200,000 JPY. That would be about $1541.10. Meanwhile, the panel starts at 100,000 JPY (which is around $770.55).  Chun-Li stands at around 170 centimeters tall, while M. Bison is 182 centimeters. Despite that, Chun-Li is 10 kilograms heavier than him, at 70 kilograms.

According to the auction website, the organizers originally planned on scrapping the statues. This is because they are incredibly heavy and large, and they had no place to store it. However, because they saw so many fans in the various exhibition sites happily taking pictures with them, they discussed it with Capcom. Their solution is the silent auction. It will donate a portion of the funds from the auction to charity. However, it did not state which charity the money will go to.

You can try to enter the auction for the Street Fighter life-sized Chun-Li and M. Bison statues. However, it will only deliver within Japan. Street Fighter 6 is in development for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC, and it will come out on June 2, 2023.

The post Life-Sized Street Fighter Chun-Li and M. Bison Statues on Auction appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, January 14, 2023 3:00 PM
    

adventure academia review

The latest game from Acquire, Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent, is... a lot. It's called a JRPG, but it heavily leans on the side of being a dungeon-crawler, incorporating elements of both genres as well as dipping ever so slightly into real-time strategy. In doing so, however, it makes itself a prime example of the phrase "a jack of all trades is a master of none." By trying to break into new territory without actually pulling up some of its roots, Adventure Academia ends up feeling like it's in the midst of an identity crisis. There are certainly bright spots here and there, and I appreciate that Acquire is trying new things, but it's obvious which areas are experimental. Sadly, these experiments tend to fall flat.

First and foremost, there's the story. It's pretty bare-bones and doesn't do anything new or exciting, but it's enough to move the game forward. The main character, Alex, and his friends go on a journey to find Alex's missing father. In the process, they use the power of the Ruler Orb, an artifact passed down through Alex's family for generations, to save the world. That's it. There are no surprise twists or no story-altering events. What's written on the box is exactly what happens. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. The story doesn't need to be highly immersive or keep you on your toes. All it's here to do is provide support for the gameplay and, while it may be lackluster, it gets the job done. I'd almost be more upset if the story were deeper.

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent Story

As for Adventure Academia's gameplay, there's a lot of clutter in the form of numerous different systems. These include, but are not limited to, party, equipment, recruitment, magic, rank, and course. Oh, and let's not forget the missions that are the bulk of the actual gameplay, the shop where you can buy and sell gear, and the gear upgrading system. There's a lot that goes on in this game and several things feel unnecessary, making for a fair bit of bloat that can be hard to keep track of.

To start with, there's the party. Players can create a party of up to six members selected from ten different races. This lends an element of strategy to the game, since each race has its own fighting style and magic. Beyond that, party members each have three equipment slots. They get a weapon and two other pieces of gear, and all equipment can have an effect that gives a further stat increase. It's all pretty standard RPG stuff.

Creating a party is where you run into the first seemingly unnecessary feature. When recruiting new party members, each potential character comes with three personality traits from a list of more than eighty. These seem to affect the character's initial stats, but not only is it so minuscule that they're pretty safe to ignore, but also I'm not entirely sure it's because of the traits and not just random fluctuations. Honestly, it's a mystery to me why this is even part of the game. It feels like something that was meant to be of some importance, then went unfinished, which only serves to add to the clutter. The recruitment system is simple and free to use, so it's not like this is a detriment in any way. It's just wholly unnecessary.

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent Recruit

Missions are where Adventure Academia really gets into the gameplay, but I use the term "play" a bit loosely. There isn't much in the way of it. Each mission drops Alex onto what is essentially a game board that must be traversed, and all the player really does is tell the party where to move. Alex summons party members to fight for him (he doesn't do any attacking), and they attack nearby enemies automatically. The only attacking players are involved in is selecting whose magic to use and even that is, frankly, so useless that I almost forgot that feature existed entirely.

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent Battle

Where the magic system hits a snag is on the rank system, which involves in-mission levels that boost characters' stats. Using spells in Adventure Academia, as in most games, costs MP. The rank system also costs MP. When the choice is either using one-off spells or upping characters' stats for the duration of the mission, the latter is by and large the better option. The only time using magic ever really crossed my mind was when I found myself surrounded by a large group of enemies or when I was fighting a boss, but by that point, it wasn't going to save me from anything my party's regular attacks couldn't take down. All in all, it feels like magic is only there to make the different races seem more diverse without adding any real substance. Much like the personality traits, it's another system that doesn't particularly detract from anything, but also doesn't feel like it adds much of anything.

The magic system is also tied into Adventure Academia's course system. Completing missions earns SP, which is spent leveling up a character on their current school course, earning them permanent buffs and upgrading their spells. You can also spend SP to switch a character to a new course, which changes what their magic does and gives them access to even more permanent buffs. It isn't all bad in that the stat boosts are good to have, but that's all I really used it for. Magic is just so underwhelming that I never did anything with a character's course based on the spell it upgraded or unlocked.

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent Course

Not everything about Adventure Academia is bad or unnecessary, though. As previously mentioned, the party and equipment systems are plenty good. Gear upgrading, in which you spend money to improve your gear, is also enjoyable, and the rank system is nice to have. And while I'd be hard-pressed to say that this game feels engaging, I definitely didn't hate playing it. I wasn't rushing to get back to playing it whenever I had to stop, but I wasn't rushing to turn it off either. In fact, I even found myself losing track of time on a couple of occasions.

For all intents and purposes, Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent should be a bad game. Gameplay isn't super intuitive and it tries to do too much, causing it to be bloated and a bit confusing. But the things it does well, it does so in just the right ways. Party members each have their own unique roles without being overly specialized. The equipment system is super straightforward, but offers plenty of options. Upgrades using nothing but in-game currency helps keep material grinding to a minimum. The in-mission sprites look good too, which is always a plus. If some of the fat had been trimmed and a little more work had gone into making things like magic more viable, there would have been a lot more going for it. Unfortunately, that is not the case, and what we're left with feels like it could have been good had it not tried so hard to do so much.

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent is available now for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam.

The post Review: Adventure Academia Is Too Adventurous for Its Own Good appeared first on Siliconera.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, January 14, 2023 5:44 PM
    

The game will run at 4K at 30 FPS with ray tracing enabled for quality mode

The post Dead Space Remake Next-Gen Console Specs Revealed appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, January 14, 2023 4:49 PM
    

The video features and showcases various gameplay elements including story details, outposts, and more.

The post Skull and Bones Gets New 'The Deck' Gameplay Dev VIdeo appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, January 14, 2023 3:51 PM
    

The trailer showcases new gameplay and "never-before-seen content from the game"

The post Lies of P Gets New Exclusive 8K Gameplay Video appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.

Jan 14, 12:00


PCGamesN Saturday, January 14, 2023 11:44 AM
     Valorant episode 6 will be a nightmare for serious players

When Riot lifted the curtain on Haven in 2020, the Valorant whisper network started buzzing with praises; someone had finally broken away from the typical FPS game layout. The forgotten monastery became professional players' favourite map, but some were still on the fence about the three sites. It seems Riot is sure about the new layout. Enter Lotus, the worst nightmare for dedicated players of Valorant episode 6.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Valorant characters: all agents and abilities, Valorant ranks order, distribution, and ranking system explained, Valorant crosshair codes

PCGamesN Saturday, January 14, 2023 11:24 AM
     Apex Legends Horizon nerf reverted, for now

An apparent Apex Legends Horizon nerf in patch 15.1 that affected the legend's accuracy while using her Gravity Lift has been reverted by Respawn Entertainment, who say the change was inadvertent. However, senior producer Josh Medina implies that the tweak may still be coming further down the line. The battle royale game from the creators of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Titanfall is currently in the final weeks of Apex Legends season 15.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Apex Legends characters guide, Apex Legends skins, Apex Legends map guide

PCGamesN Saturday, January 14, 2023 10:20 AM
     Warcraft 3 Reforged patch 1.35 adds long-awaited custom campaigns

Warcraft 3 Reforged patch 1.35 is set to finally add custom campaigns next week, almost three years after release. One of the most requested features absent from the remaster, the ability for players to create their own encounters and share them with other fans was a staple feature of one of the best strategy games on PC. The Warcraft 3 modding scene, of course, gave us many notable modes - most famously among them being Defence of the Ancients, which would later branch out and evolve into the likes of Dota 2 and League of Legends.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games on PC, Best PC games, Best fantasy games on PC

PCGamesN Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:13 AM
     Lost Ark Steam ban wave hits inactive players with cheating claims

A Lost Ark Steam ban wave aimed at clamping down on bot accounts has seemingly hit a large number of Steam users with erroneous bans. If you've just found out you've been banned from Lost Ark despite not playing in a while, you're not alone - many users of the Valve storefront are reporting a ban in Amazon's free game on Steam despite barely playing it or not booting it up in months. This follows a bot ban wave that cut the Lost Ark player count to one-third of its previous number.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPG – top MMOs you should play, Lost Ark class tier list, All Lost Ark Mokoko Seeds locations

PCGamesN Saturday, January 14, 2023 6:59 AM
     Riot delivers League of Legends apology, discusses new game mode

A League of Legends apology video from Riot Games says it "failed to deliver some stuff that really matters" as the team discusses the state of LoL and how it is working to improve for the future and maintain League's position as one of the best MOBA games on PC. In an eight-minute long video, Riot says it wants to "talk a bit about some of the mistakes we've made," including but not limited to the League of Legends 2023 cinematic that left fans disappointed with its uninspired design.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: How much have I spent on League of Legends?, League of Legends patch 12.23b preview, League of Legends Prime Gaming rewards

Twinfinite Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:28 AM
     Netflix anime fans rejoice.

Siliconera Saturday, January 14, 2023 12:00 PM
    

Fire Emblem Engage Merrin

A new character trailer for Fire Emblem Engage introduces Merrin, a Royal Knight from Solm, Merrin. She's voiced by Nanako Mori, who also plays Figue in Soul Hackers 2, Lyla Viscraft in Triangle Strategy, and Akira in Kirakira Precure A La Mode. 

https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1613811340686286848

As a Royal Knight of Solm, Merrin is a retainer to the Crown Princess Timerra. In Fire Emblem Engage, Merrin is described as having an "elegant" streak, and she always strives for "stylishness" in her daily life.

In a clip of her interactions with Timerra, Merrin describes their first meeting.

https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1613812609207402497

Merrin reflects on how she came to be a knight to Timerra. She says that she ran away from home because she refused to become the next chief of her village. Instead, she wished to become a knight. Timerra remarks that she must have been quite the tomboy, but Merrin responds that she wasn't always this way, until she one day met a "true" tomboy riding a wolf one day. Timerra acknowledges that Merrin is referring to her.

True to her liege, Merrin begins Fire Emblem Engage as a Wolf Knight, a mounted class new to the series. Wolf Knights have high mobility and can dash around the battlefield using daggers to break up enemy formations.

https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1613811951804776449

Fire Emblem Engage launches on January 20, 2023 worldwide on the Nintendo Switch.

The post Merrin Rides a Wolf in Fire Emblem Engage appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
    

Naruto Top 99 Characters Popularity Poll Top 50 Interim Results Shared

Back in December 2022, a Naruto Top 99 popularity poll that tallied votes from people regarding favorite characters worldwide appeared. The voting period is until January 31, 2023, with results coming up in April 2023. However, in the meantime, interim results keep showing up. The latest ones offer a look at the top 50 most popular people in the series.

On the official site, people can break down the midterm report by region. The default is the "all" option, but people can also choose from Japan, Asia, Oceania, North America, Central & South America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa categories.

Here are the current top 50 Naruto Top 99 characters according to the overall votes so far.

  1. Minato Namikaze (Fourth Hokage)
  2. Itachi Uchiha
  3. Sakura Haruno
  4. Shisui Uchiha
  5. Kakashi Hatake
  6. Naruto Uzumaki
  7. Madara Uchiha
  8. Sakumo Hatake
  9. Sasuke Uchiha
  10. Jiraiya
  11. Obito Uchiha
  12. Hinata Hyuga
  13. Shikamaru Naru
  14. Tobirama Senju (Second Hokage)
  15. Hashirama Senju (First Hokage)
  16. Gaara (Fifth Kazekage)
  17. Deidara
  18. Neji Hyuga
  19. Rock Lee
  20. Kurama (Nine Tails)
  21. Might Guy
  22. Sasori
  23. Orochimaru
  24. Izuna Uchiha
  25. Tobi
  26. Hidan
  27. Fugaku Uchiha
  28. Ashina Uzumaki
  29. Nagato
  30. Kushina Uzumaki
  31. Tsunade (Fifth Hokage)
  32. Zabuza Momochi
  33. Kaguya Otsutsuki
  34. Iruka Umino
  35. Teuchi
  36. Haku
  37. Konan
  38. Tenten
  39. Temari
  40. Tendo
  41. Mito Uzumaki
  42. Hiruzen Sarutobi (Third Hokage)
  43. Kisame Hoshigaki
  44. Sai
  45. Kimimaro
  46. Might Dai
  47. Kakuzu
  48. Ino Yamanaka
  49. Indra Otsutsuki
  50. Yamato

People can vote once per day until January 31, 2023. The Naruto Top 99 characters' results will be announced in April 2023. Masashi Kishimoto will create a one-shot starring the winning person.

Naruto and Boruto are localized by Viz Media. Both can be watched on Crunchyroll.

The post Naruto Top 99 Characters Popularity Poll Top 50 Midterm Results Shared appeared first on Siliconera.


Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 11:00 AM
     Modiphius Entertainment recently released the second part of their Homeworld Fleet Command developer Q&A. The Q&A provides insight into the upcoming game, which is based on the classic real-time strategy video game series Homeworld. The developers discussed the game's features, such as its 3D ship models, its single-player campaign, and its multiplayer mode. They also revealed that the game will include a variety of ships from the original Homeworld games, as well as new ships designed specifically for the game. Additionally, they discussed the game's modding capabilities, which will allow players to customize their experience. Finally, they provided an update on the game's development progress and release date.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 10:00 AM
     Mantic Games has announced the launch of their new game, Ambush: The Gateway to Great Fantasy Gaming. This game is designed to be an easy-to-learn and fast-paced skirmish game that can be played in under an hour. It features a range of miniatures from Mantic's Kings of War and Warpath ranges, as well as a set of rules that are simple enough for beginners but still offer plenty of tactical depth. To celebrate the launch, Mantic is running a week-long event called Ambush Week, which includes discounts on the game and its miniatures, as well as exclusive content and giveaways.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 10:00 AM
     Black Library, the publishing arm of Games Workshop, has announced that they are now accepting submissions for their upcoming publications. Writers and authors interested in submitting their work can do so through the Black Library website. The submission guidelines are available on the website and include information about the types of stories they are looking for, as well as the format and length of the manuscripts. This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring authors to get their work published by one of the most renowned publishers in the fantasy and science fiction genres.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
     A new development diary has been released by Games Workshop, giving fans a glimpse into the war-torn lands of the Old World. The diary details the history and lore of the world that was, as well as the various factions and characters that inhabit it. It also provides insight into the game mechanics and features that will be included in the upcoming video game adaptation of the setting. Fans can look forward to exploring the rich and detailed world of the Old World when the game is released later this year.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
     TT Combat, a tabletop gaming company, has announced the upcoming release of their new game, RumbleSlam. The game is a fast-paced wrestling game that allows players to create their own teams of wrestlers and battle it out in the ring. Players can customize their wrestlers with unique moves, abilities, and even special weapons. The game also features an exciting campaign mode where players can take their team on a journey through the world of RumbleSlam. TT Combat has released previews of the game, including artwork and rules, and is currently taking pre-orders for the game. RumbleSlam is set to be released later this year.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
     The popular tabletop game Warhammer 40,000 is set to release a new edition of their Battle Report series. This edition will feature the return of Deff Skwadron and their mission to Katch Da Squigeon. The report will include an in-depth look at the battle between the two forces, as well as exclusive interviews with the players involved. Fans of the game are sure to be excited for this upcoming edition of the Battle Report series.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
     A new model for the World Eaters Chaos Space Marine Legion has been released by Games Workshop. The model is of a Lord of Khorne riding atop a Juggernaut, and captures the rage and fury of the World Eaters in stunning detail. The model is part of the new range of Chaos Space Marines miniatures, and is sure to be a hit with fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 9:00 AM
     A group of talented painters from the Warhammer Community have come together to create a stunning collection of Daemon Princes. The models, which were painted in a variety of styles and colors, showcase the incredible skill and creativity of the painters involved. Each model was carefully crafted with attention to detail, making them truly unique pieces of art. Fans of the Warhammer universe are sure to be impressed by this impressive display of craftsmanship.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     Mantic Games, a popular tabletop gaming company, has announced the launch of their new Pathfinder program. This program is designed to help build and strengthen the gaming community by providing members with exclusive rewards and access to special events. Pathfinders will be able to take part in playtesting, receive discounts on Mantic products, and have the chance to win prizes. The program is open to anyone who loves tabletop gaming and wants to help support the community.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     Modiphius Entertainment, a tabletop gaming company, has released a new game based on the popular Star Trek franchise. The game, titled "Klingon Fascination," is designed to bring players into the world of the Klingons, a warrior race from the Star Trek universe. Players will be able to explore the culture and history of the Klingons, as well as engage in battles with other players. Modiphius hopes that this game will help to further immerse fans in the Star Trek universe and provide an exciting new way to experience the beloved franchise.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     TT Combat, a tabletop gaming company, has released the twentieth day of their 2022 Advent Calendar. This day features a special offer for Dropfleet Commander, a space combat game. Customers can get a free Starstruck Cruiser miniature with any purchase of the Dropfleet Commander 2nd Edition Starter Set. The offer is only available while supplies last, so customers should act quickly to take advantage of this deal.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     TT Combat, a popular tabletop gaming company, recently announced their newest game, Rumble at Il Ridotto. The game is set in the 18th century and features two teams of players competing to control the city of Venice. Players will use a variety of miniatures and terrain pieces to recreate the city's iconic canals and buildings. The game also includes a unique card-based system that allows players to customize their strategies and tactics. With its immersive setting and innovative gameplay, Rumble at Il Ridotto promises to be an exciting addition to TT Combat's lineup.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     The new Eternus Build Mounted Leaders set from Games Workshop is here to shake up the Mortal Realms. This set includes a variety of models and accessories, allowing players to create their own Slaves to Darkness army. The set includes a Lord of Chaos on Daemonic Mount, two Exalted Champions, five Chaos Knights, and a selection of weapons and banners. With this set, players can create a powerful force to take on any foe in the Mortal Realms.

Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, January 14, 2023 8:00 AM
     TT Combat, a popular tabletop gaming company, has released new terrain for their Eastern Empire range. The new Sandstorm terrain set includes a variety of pieces to create a desert-themed battlefield, such as sand dunes, rocky outcrops, and palm trees. This is the 21st day of TT Combat's Advent Calendar, which has been running since December 1st and features daily releases of new products.

Jan 14, 06:00


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, January 14, 2023 4:00 AM
    

The weekend is here. Let's give it a cheer! In the thread of WAWAPTWs we're ready to start chatting with you. So what are you playing this weekend? Here's what we're clicking on!

Read more


Siliconera Friday, January 13, 2023 11:00 PM
    

Hololive Vtuber IRyS New Kimono Model Revealed

January 13, 2023 marked the official reveal of a new model for Hololive Vtuber IRyS, giving the performer her first kimono. First teased with a silhouette back on January 11, 2023, it offers a new outfit option. During a special stream, she went over the details of the outfit.

After first showing off some of people's guesses as to what the new kimono model might look like, IRyS did the official reveal. First, she offered an overview of the outfit as a whole. After that, she focused on different elements of the attire. She showed off the ornaments, which attached to her horns. IRyS noted the range of movement the model offered, showing how high or low her arms could be raised. She also pointed out the new background and setting to go with it. After that, she removed the overlays to offer a better look at both the background and kimono.

Here is the full IRyS kimono stream. After the 45 minute mark, she reveals her new look. As usual, her character designer redjuice created the outfit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-g701QOZtrc&ab_channel=IRySCh.hololive-EN

This isn't the first time the Vtuber got a new look in the last few months. IRyS also got a new 2022 Winter Version model back on November 26, 2022.

The post Hololive Vtuber IRyS New Kimono Model Revealed appeared first on Siliconera.

Jan 14, 00:00


GamersHeroes Friday, January 13, 2023 8:58 PM
    

Detailed in the 2022 Road Map, Creepy Jar's survival adventure Green Hell will see the Building Update for the PC on January 23.

The post Green Hell Building Update Arriving January 23 appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Friday, January 13, 2023 8:56 PM
    

Dubbed "THE DECK," sail through Skull and Bones' Narrative Gameplay with the latest gameplay devstream for Ubisoft Singapore's Skull and Bones.

The post Skull and Bones: THE DECK Gameplay Devstream Released appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Friday, January 13, 2023 8:55 PM
    

Following a cyborg ninja's full-throttle fight against ruthless totalitarians, get ready for some side-scrolling 16-bit action with the release of JoyMasher (Oniken, Odallus, and Blazing Chrome) and The Arcade Crew's Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider.

The post Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider Launch Trailer Released appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Friday, January 13, 2023 8:53 PM
    

An iconic course for motorbike fans, get your first look at the gameplay of Raceward Studio and Nacon's TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 with the latest video for the title.

The post TT Isle of Man Ride on the Edge 3 Gameplay Video Released appeared first on GamersHeroes.


Kotaku Friday, January 13, 2023 5:46 PM
    

If you haven't heard, Google Stadia is shutting down and closing shop next week. But before the never-quite-successful game streaming service dies, it has provided one neat (and free) little gift you can only play for a few days before it all goes offline.

Read more...


PCGamesN Friday, January 13, 2023 6:04 PM
     New Skull and Bones gameplay footage shows how the story fits in

Hot on the heels of announcing yet another delay for its upcoming pirate game, Ubisoft has unveiled new Skull and Bones gameplay footage that provides the most in-depth look to date of how its multiplayer open-world fits with its narrative elements.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Skull & Bones release date, Best pirate games, Best open-world games

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 13, 2023 6:32 PM
    

AMD's cheapest eight-core Ryzen 5000 processor has hit a new price low at Amazon UK, making it a great time to grab the Ryzen 7 5700X to upgrade your machine from an older Ryzen model - or build a shiny new one. The CPU is now £185, a 44% drop from its £329 RRP and even cheaper than it was yesterday.

Read more


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 13, 2023 6:18 PM
    

Logitech's G435 Lightspeed headset is down to $30 on Amazon, which is an awesome deal for a model that I've tested and recommended at its original price of $80 (over at RPS sister site Eurogamer). To recap, this headset launched in late 2021, comes with 2.4GHz "Lightspeed" wireless and Bluetooth, with a lightweight design and in a range of colours - so $30 is an incredible price.

Read more


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, January 13, 2023 5:16 PM
    

It's been 14 years since RPS started writing about Beyond Good & Evil 2, Ubisoft's open world follow up to the cult classic I'm too young to have played. We haven't seen hide nor genetically modified pig tail of it since 2018, but rest assured, it lives.

That's despite the most recent swing of Ubisoft's game-cancelling scythe, which was brought down on three unannounced games last week due to the company's underperforming sales.

Read more


Twinfinite Friday, January 13, 2023 10:14 PM
     Move aside Galar Region, it's all about Paldea now.

Siliconera Friday, January 13, 2023 11:00 PM
    

Hololive Vtuber IRyS New Kimono Model Revealed

January 13, 2023 marked the official reveal of a new model for Hololive Vtuber IRyS, giving the performer her first kimono. First teased with a silhouette back on January 11, 2023, it offers a new outfit option. During a special stream, she went over the details of the outfit.

After first showing off some of people's guesses as to what the new kimono model might look like, IRyS did the official reveal. First, she offered an overview of the outfit as a whole. After that, she focused on different elements of the attire. She showed off the ornaments, which attached to her horns. IRyS noted the range of movement the model offered, showing how high or low her arms could be raised. She also pointed out the new background and setting to go with it. After that, she removed the overlays to offer a better look at both the background and kimono.

Here is the full IRyS kimono stream. After the 45 minute mark, she reveals her new look. As usual, her character designer redjuice created the outfit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-g701QOZtrc&ab_channel=IRySCh.hololive-EN

This isn't the first time the Vtuber got a new look in the last few months. IRyS also got a new 2022 Winter Version model back on November 26, 2022.

The post Hololive Vtuber IRyS New Kimono Model Revealed appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, January 13, 2023 8:43 PM
     One Piece Odyssey Tips 1One Piece Odyssey is truly a full-fledged JRPG, so some helpful tips will go a long way toward letting you make the most of it. There are a lot of little things that you'll pick up on as you sink time in, so make sure to keep these in mind so that you're able to take advantage from the start. Pay attention to your crew Every crew member has something they can do while exploring. You'll probably be playing as Luffy the most, as he can stretch to reach new areas and grab items at a distance. However, other characters come in handy as well. If someone randomly says a line for seemingly no reason, that means that an item only they can pick up is nearby. Nami says something about money when you're near a money pickup, so switch to her and you'll see it show up for the taking. Sanji, on the other hand, can pick up ingredients for food, so switch to him when he chimes in. The game usually lets you know whenever a crew member can do something, so don't thin...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, January 13, 2023 8:12 PM
     One Piece Odyssey Battle System 1One Piece Odyssey has a lot of wrinkles in its battle system. Although you may have expected a very basic, familiar system to be in place, the game actually does something different that can take a bit of getting used to. You'll need to understand weaknesses, areas, buffs, and attack ranges to make the most of the game's combat, so this guide will break down everything you need to know to get Luffy one step closer to becoming King of the Pirates. Or at least getting off Waford in. . . one piece. Yeah, yeah, boo if you want. To start with, One Piece Odyssey uses a rock-paper-scissors weakness system. There are three character types – power, speed, and technique. Power is good against speed, speed is good against technique, and technique is good against power. This works exactly as you'd expect. If a power character hits a speed character with any attacks, that speed character will take a much higher amount of damage. If a power character hits another power cha...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, January 13, 2023 7:32 PM
     One Piece Odyssey Pre Order Outfits 1If you're wondering how to get pre-order outfits in One Piece Odyssey, you don't have to wonder that hard. Did you pre-order the game? If you did, you have the outfits. If you didn't, you can't get them unless they're sold separately down the line. If you have them, it takes a bit of playing before you can actually use them, so don't expect to be able to throw them on as soon as you start moving through the game world. You also can't change into them whenever you want, so keep that in mind as well. You won't be able to use the pre-order outfits in One Piece Odyssey until you get to the first mandatory camp sequence in the first part of the game. You can't miss this, as you have to do it in order to progress. When you're camping, there's a tent that you can walk up to and use to change character costumes. All of the pre-order costumes, which are called "traveling outfits", are the cast's classic pre-ti...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, January 13, 2023 7:17 PM
     One Piece Odyssey English Dubbed 1If you haven't been playing One Piece games prior to One Piece Odyssey, you may be wondering if the game has been dubbed in English. Fans of the Funimation dub would understandably be jazzed to hear the English voice actors perform the game's huge amount of lines, so it's easy to wonder if you'll be able to listen to them during your adventures on Waford and in Memoria. This is a Bandai Namco game, after all, and many of their titles do feature English dubs, such as recent games like Tales of Arise and Scarlet Nexus. One Piece games localized in the West in the last decade haven't featured dubs, and instead only had the original Japanese voices included. Unfortunately for fans who want a dub, One Piece Odyssey can only be played with Japanese voices. An interview with the series producer and game director dating back to the release of One Piece Burning Blood sheds some light as to why this is the case. When asked about the game only having Japan...

Tabletop Gaming News Friday, January 13, 2023 6:46 PM
     Painting enthusiasts rejoice! Vincent Knotley, a renowned painter and hobbyist, has released his latest guide to painting the Mortal Realms. His guide, Vibrant Chaos Chosen, provides detailed instructions on how to paint the models of the Mortal Realms with vibrant colors and chaotic designs. The guide also includes tips on how to overcome painting indecision and make decisions that will bring out the best in your models. With this guide, hobbyists can now create stunning works of art that will bring the Mortal Realms to life.

Tabletop Gaming News Friday, January 13, 2023 6:45 PM
     Modiphius Entertainment has announced the release of a new Fallout-themed board game. The game, titled Fallout: Wasteland Warfare, is based on the popular post-apocalyptic video game series and allows players to build their own settlements, explore the wasteland, and battle against enemies. It includes 32mm scale miniatures, a two-player starter set, and a range of expansions. The game is available now for pre-order and will be released in March 2017.

Tabletop Gaming News Friday, January 13, 2023 6:00 PM
    

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, January 13, 2023 5:38 PM
    

The demo allows players to experience the starting section of the game

The post Dragon Quest Treasures Nintendo Switch Demo Now Available appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.