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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:50 PM
    

This summer, we're dressing like horror video game protagonists, like this TikTok with over 100 thousand views recently declared. But not in the sour browns or bloated hoodies you see men wearing in games like Alan Wake or Silent Hill—we need to start dressing like the girls.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:40 PM
    

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet continue their seven-star tera raids with Chesnaught, and like most event raids, you'll need a strong Pokémon and a good strategy to catch the Kalos region grass starter. As of right now, Chesnaught is otherwise unobtainable in the Switch games, though that might change with DLC and a Pokémon

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:30 PM
    

On Wednesday, the official Mortal Kombat Twitter account uploaded a video teasing the latest entry in the gory fighting game series, Mortal Kombat 12. Although the trailer was quicker than a hiccup and didn't showcase any of the game's characters, it did tease that the game's story would reset the Mortal Kombat

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:48 PM
    

We might be two sleeps away from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's hotly anticipated release on the Nintendo Switch but its predecessor, Breath of the Wild, just achieved the impressive distinction of being ranked as the best game of all time. According to one group of industry notables, at least.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:30 PM
    

With The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom dropping on May 12, Nintendo is looking back and sharing more details about its predecessor, Breath of the Wild. Those details include confirmation that the Wii U console held back the production of and content included in BotW.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:15 PM
    

Another month, another chance for Sony to convince you to keep your PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium subscription. But this month is a bit more important for Sony, as it just ended its longrunning PS Plus Collection, which granted PS5 owners with PS Plus a lot of great games at no extra cost. With that now gone, Sony…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:20 PM
    

I don't like Star Wars. No, I don't mean in the "it's just not for me," way but in the "I actively dislike this highly-influential franchise and think it's bad, actually" way. I find it philosophically detestable in its rigid view of its world and unwillingness to interrogate the oppressive systems it has in place for…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:10 PM
    

On May 7, a Trigun anime fan account called "bigolas dickolas wolfwood" tweeted a glowing endorsement of the science fiction novel This Is How You Lose The Time War. The tweet blew up, and the number of copies sold has wildly surpassed the co-author's expectations. As of the time of writing, the book is currently…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:45 AM
    

This is either the most terrifying or the most adorable thing you might read today: The United States Navy's Marine Mammal Program (which I had no idea was a thing) is working with sea lions and dolphins, training them to…uh yeah…play video games. Gotta spend oversized defense budgets somehow, I guess?

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:05 AM
    

It's a pivotal moment for Blizzard, and some developers there worry the company is facing an unnecessary wave of departures that could hamper games like World of Warcraft, the long-running MMO whose recent Dragonflight expansion was praised by critics and players alike. At least a few employees say the studio's…

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:56 PM
     Honkai Star Rail tier list May 2023 – best characters

Looking for a Honkai Star Rail tier list? Judging the best Star Rail characters is tricky. After all, the game's only just launched, and balancing will likely differ between recent beta tests and the first public version. In addition, its gacha mechanics make it challenging to circle in on getting the characters you want in your party. However, there are already some clear front runners to watch at launch.

The real point of a Honkai Star Rail tier list is to rank your pulls against the consensus from the free PC game's already burgeoning community. Players have already begun speculating who will be the top characters overall, who will excel against bosses, and who's great when farming for materials. Of course, with more banners set to arrive in future, similar to Genshin Impact, you'll be looking to redeem Honkai Star Rail codes to get some free pulls. Be sure to check out our Honkai Star Rail review to find out why we think it's one of the finest gacha games out there. Without further ado, here are our expert tier list rankings for the best Honkai Star Rail characters right now.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:34 PM
     Destiny 2 weapon swap fix is more frustrating than impactful

A Destiny 2 weapon swap fix designed to prevent players from leveraging an exploit that allowed them to use a Destiny 2 slug shotgun glitch to deal massive damage has outraged some Guardians, despite its minimal impact on the majority of the FPS game's playerbase.

 

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:35 PM
     Call of Duty teases beloved old maps, but not for Modern Warfare 2

Activision knows you love classic maps from Call of Duty history. Terminal, Afghan, Highrise, Shipment, Crash, Favela - despite the best efforts of the latest Modern Warfare 2, the 2009 original and its predecessor Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare still boast some of the most memorable locations in the multiplayer games. Yet, despite showing them off on social media, they're confined to Warzone 2 rather than finding a place among the current Modern Warfare 2 maps.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:18 PM
     How to make and light Minecraft candles

Want to decorate your base with tons of Minecraft candles? Of course you do! The cute item was added to the sandbox game back during the first half of the massive Caves and Cliffs update, which was released in June, and make any base look cool. These colourful decorative items don't give off a huge amount of light, but they certainly help - and, more importantly, they look pretty doing so.

Minecraft candles don't just stop at atmospherically lighting up your world in the crafting game, they can even light up a cute birthday cake - whether you're celebrating with yourself, giving one to a friend on a Minecraft server, or even just celebrating the anniversary of when you tamed that pet wolf. However you want to use a candle in Minecraft though, you need to know how to make one and how to get the resources needed, so here's what you need to know.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:16 PM
     CSGO skins versus NFTs – one is a game, the other is a gamble

CSGO skins were ahead of their time. If I had told you ten years ago that gamers could make a fortune by playing an online shooter, opening little digital cases, and selling what was inside, it might have sounded bizarre. But Valve's FPS game was a trailblazer, forming the blueprint for what we now call the 'non-fungible token,' or NFT. Long before the bored apes, CSGO players were trading virtual items. Naturally, then, NFT collectors may be curious about investing in CSGO skins, but though they may seem similar, the two commodities are vastly different.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:01 PM
     Lamplighters League is a strategy game that makes failing fun

I've played the first two levels for this Lamplighters League gameplay preview a lot, as the newest turn-based strategy game from Harebrained Schemes promises to deliver a diverse and pulpy adventure. It's one that consistently throws you back in the action with a fighting chance no matter what you do. In XCOM, you can screw up to the point where you'd lose an entire squad, but Lamplighters League wants you to solve the problems of your mistakes on the fly, instead of punishing you for them.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:42 AM
     Genshin Impact gives you Primogems for being nice to other players

The Genshin Impact Recollector's Path event is offering more than one way to earn Primogems in the anime game - share your event-related tips with other players for a chance to win extra Primos outside of gameplay. It's a small amount, but any free gems are always welcome if you plan to pull for Baizhu, Ganyu, or Kaveh on the current Genshin Impact banners.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:28 AM
     Fallout creator reveals the true purpose of the vaults

Fallout vaults are unusual. On the surface, they're basically sophisticated bomb shelters designed to help US citizens survive the eponymous fallout of the 2077 war. But if you've played Fallout 3, New Vegas, or Fallout 4 - or the classic isometric RPG games from Interplay and Obsidian - you know that the vault's creator, Vault-Tec, is up to something more sinister. Now, Tim Cain, co-creator of the original Fallout way back in 1997, shares the true, original meaning behind the vaults.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:29 AM
     Genshin Impact outfits – available skins and costumes

Want to know what Genshin Impact outfits are available? The outfits system was introduced in the Genshin Impact 1.6 update, following months of pleading from the community. These outfits give you the chance to dress your favourite characters in brand-new clothes.

As Genshin Impact characters are locked behind gacha mechanics in the free PC game, players were initially worried that skins may be sold using the same system. However, there are actually two methods to unlock skins: purchase the skin for 1,680 Genesis Crystals, or complete specific Genshin Impact events to unlock the skin for free. If you're unlucky enough to miss the event, free skins will make their way to the Character Outfit Shop in the future. Here's a list of every Genshin Impact outfit available in the game right now and how to get it for yourself.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:19 AM
     Minecraft 1.20 is finally here, kind of

Minecraft 1.20 is one step closer as the first prerelease for the Mojang building game goes live, and the developer confirms it is now focusing on bug fixes and performance improvements only. Ahead of the full Minecraft 1.20 release date, this means you can test out every new feature coming to Minecraft Trails and Tales, including fresh biomes, archeology, and, erm, camels. It just might not be in the full, working order that you get on the actual launch day.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:04 AM
     The best Stardew Valley mods 2023

Looking for the best Stardew Valley mods? The mod scene has been thriving on PC despite having no official Steam Workshop support. Dedicated modders have been working to alter almost everything available in the game, from adding game-breaking cheats like god mode to texture overhauls that turn Stardew Valley into a pixelated fairytale.

Despite thousands of daily concurrent players still enjoying the base indie game, Stardew Valley is getting on a bit, so we can't blame you for wanting to shake things up. Thankfully, and predictably, the modding community is here to help bring other IPs to the valley, along with new maps and even improvements to married life. We've compiled our favourite Stardew Valley mods that celebrate the creativity of the modding scene. Here are our top picks that provide visual overhauls, gameplay changes, and, yes, even some cheats, making one of the best PC games even better.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:59 AM
     Best Honkai Star Rail Blade build

Looking for the best Honkai Star Rail Blade build? Blade wields the Wind element and follows The Destruction path, dealing large amounts of damage by sacrificing health.

Blade is a member of the Stellaron Hunters and a proficient swordsman and in the right hands and with the best Honkai Star Rail team comp, Blade could be one of the best characters on our Honkai Star Rail tier list. So here's how to get the most out of this mysterious character including the best Relics, Light Cones, and team comp. Though Blade hasn't arrived in Honkai Star Rail just yet, he should be available as a playable character on an upcoming Honkai Star Rail banner.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:53 AM
     Genshin Impact tier list May 2023: the best characters in 3.6

Looking for a Genshin Impact tier list? There are currently 66 Genshin Impact characters available, so there's no shortage of candidates for your dream team. But with so many different weapons, elementals, talents, ascension bonuses, and constellation upgrades, finding your favourites can be challenging.

Don't let the placement of the characters on our Genshin Impact tier list deter you from pulling on the next character banner. While base stats and elemental abilities are important, the value of a character also depends on personal playstyle, available weapons and artifacts, and team composition. That being said, if your favourite Genshin Impact character is in C tier or below, you may struggle to get past some of the more challenging Spiral Abyss floors. Don't worry too much if your favourite Genshin Impact character is on one of the lower tiers; you can still make it work with our recommended Genshin Impact builds. Being on a lower tier in the free PC game means that there are better alternatives, or the character needs a very specific build or team to shine.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:50 AM
     Minecraft Nether portal dimensions and calculator

Wondering how to build a Minecraft Nether portal and what the dimensions are? This supernatural portal is a gateway between worlds, separating the overworld and Nether (a menacing hellscape full of hostile mobs). If you want to access the Nether, your only way in is through this ominous purple door, so, how do you build and use a Nether portal to travel to the Nether?

After building a Minecraft Nether portal following the requirements below, you can use it to teleport to the Nether by simply walking into its purple haze. Within seconds, you'll be in a hellish Minecraft landscape full of lava and monsters. Most Minecraft mobs and other entities can enter or exit the Nether portal in Minecraft, with the exception of a Minecraft wither and ender dragon - just as well, you certainly don't want either of those sneaking up on you. If you're daring enough, you can also use Nether portals to travel through the overworld faster, so keep reading to calculate distances.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:45 AM
     Jedi Survivor's lightsaber combat massively improves with this mod

Switching between all the Star Wars Jedi Survivor lightsabers can be quite the pain, as you need to constantly go to certain rest points in the action-adventure game to swap out the five available stances and use them. That's all changing in Star Wars Jedi Survivor with this mod though, which makes it much easier to switch between stances on the fly, thus improving the game massively.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:45 AM
     GTA 5 cheats 2023

Looking for GTA 5 cheats in 2023? How about codes, console commands, and phone numbers, too? We've scoured the internet to find every cheat code and console command you could need to get the most out of your GTA 5 experience, including all the GTA 5 car cheats.

This guide serves as your comprehensive hub for all the best and most useful cheats. So whether you're in dire need of a shortcut to skip to the good stuff on your 90th GTA 5 playthrough, or you're just bored and want to fly up into the sky, we've indexed and categorised every code in the game, alongside instructions on how to enter them. If you're looking to get ahead of the competition in multiplayer literally, we've got a list of the fastest GTA 5 cars to enjoy in this most popular of open-world games.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:30 AM
     Get one of Steam's biggest grand strategy games for 75% off

Stellaris might be the grandest of the best grand strategy games out there, given that it's literally spread across the vastness of space, and now you can get your hands on it for a massive 75% off thanks to a Steam sale. Developer Paradox, makers of Crusader Kings 3, Europa Universalis 4, Total War Warhammer 3, Victoria 3, and the recently released Age of Wonders 4, are certainly experts in the strategy market, and Stellaris is among their finest work.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:27 AM
     Judas release date speculation, trailers, gameplay, story, and more

When is the Judas release date? Judas is an upcoming first-person shooter developed by Ghost Story Games, a studio led by Ken Levine and other former Irrational Games developers. Yes, the same developers who brought us the highly acclaimed BioShock and BioShock Infinite. Much like those earlier games, Judas will be a single-player, story-driven first-person shooter set in a futuristic sci-fi universe.

While we're still a way off getting our hands on this exciting FPS game, we can shed some light on what to expect with the upcoming Judas release date, trailers, gameplay, story, and more.


PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:15 AM
     Honkai Star Rail review – mind the gacha

Before our Honkai Star Rail review leaves the station, let's first address the slot machine in the room. Honkai Star Rail is a gacha game, and as such it comes with an awful lot of psychological baggage. All the trappings of the Hoyoverse monetisation machine are here: character banners, battle passes, subscriptions, and of course, an in-game shop bursting with premium currency. Each one comes with a real-world price tag, and many of the RPG game's reward systems naturally lead back to these menus.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:05 AM
     Best police games on PC 2023

What are the best police games? We have all considered life as a super sleuth or detective for a brief moment. Whether drawn in by the position of authority, the puzzling casework, or even the hard-drinking: police games deliver plenty of action and intrigue.

However, unlike many of the best PC games, cops aren't all gunslingers in John Woo-esque shootouts or chasing criminals in high-speed car chases. The best police games often see you digging through crime scenes for evidence and carrying out routine procedures rather than pursuing perps with your gun drawn.  If you're looking for Sherlock and the other great PC game sleuths, check out our best detective games list.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:01 AM
     Best puzzle games on PC 2023

The best puzzle games on PC have a variety of brainteasers, from classic head-scratchers to frustration-fueled problems. Whether you're looking for clever dialogue, moving narratives from rich stories, or a healthy dose of laughter with your conundrums, puzzle games are versatile enough to find a way to do it all.

This vast genre covers everything from pirate point-and-clicks to tetromino trickery and quantum physics capers. These games are so good they were even considered for our list of the best PC games. Our comprehensive list outlines the best puzzle games, including a few very familiar faces.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:31 AM
     Honkai Star Rail release date, story, and more

Want to know more about the Honkai Star Rail release date? Hoyoverse's follow-up to Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact 3rd is almost here, blending together open-world and turn-based mechanics with anime aesthetics to create a different type of anime game.

At first glance, Honkai Star Rail should look familiar to Genshin Impact players as the devs have decided to stick by their tried and tested formula. As our Honkai Star Rail review will attest, these anime games may share a similar art direction and user interface, but they also offer completely different gameplay experiences. Here's everything you need to know about Hoyoverse's newest free PC game title.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:00 AM
     Minecraft 2 release date speculation, news, and mods

Is there a Minecraft 2 release date yet? To be honest, Minecraft 2 hasn't technically ever been announced - but that doesn't stop the original Minecraft's legions of fans clamouring for a sequel. After all, Minecraft isn't just a game, it's an institution with over 100 million devoted players.

Given the overwhelming success of the first game, and it's undeniable title as one of the best PC games of all time, there's a good the chance that Minecraft 2 could happen one day. We already know that Mojang Studios don't shy away from new titles, adding Minecraft Dungeons, Minecraft Legends, and the ill-fated Minecraft Earth to the roster already. But dedicated fans also know the developers love an April Fool's prank, which is where the speculation of a Minecraft 2 release date originates.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:00 PM
    

Last time, you decided (by an overwhelming majority) that heals harming the undead is better than voice chat. I cannot say I'm surprised by this outcome, yet nor can I say I'm not wistful thinking about how much I now hate a feature which had brought me so much joy across the years. Ah well. Onwards! This week, I ask you to choose between a simulated cute little moment and a simulated whole new layer of reality. What's better: petting the dog, or entering cyberspace?

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:02 PM
    

Samsung's 990 Pro 2TB drive is the fastest gaming SSD we've ever tested - even after we looked at next-gen PCIe 5.0 options! That makes it well worth keeping an eye on for price drops, and today we spotted a great deal on the drive over at Tech Next Day.

Here, you can use the code TND-10 to pick up the drive for just £159, a solid tenner off its previous price and significantly cheaper than any other retailer (eg £179 at Amazon).

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:50 PM
    

Fractal Design are on something of a roll recently, with a bunch of critically acclaimed airflow-focused PC cases that combine excellent thermal/noise balancing with clever features and eye-catching designs. The Pop Mini Air is a distillation of this trend, offering a Micro ATX or Mini ITX form factor that still packs in plenty of cooling potential and useful additions for a very low price. Normally the case retails for $90 in the US, but today you can pick it up in white from Newegg for $70 - a great deal for a solid case!

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:00 PM
    

Ever since it was announced two short months ago, The Lamplighters League has quickly become one of the most exciting turn-based strategy games of the year. You may remember I got to see it in action at GDC last month, albeit with developers Harebrained Schemes firmly in the control seat. Happily, I've now been able to play its opening tutorial mission for myself in my own time, and yep, it's looking pretty special, folks.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:40 AM
    

Early access hit V Rising is getting its first major update next week with the Secrets Of Gloomrot, a Frankenstein-inspired package that offers a brand new region full of fresh-fanged beasties, and plenty more improvements. Secrets Of Gloomrot is set to join one of the best survival games - according to RPS readers and the RPS Hivemind - on May 17th as a free update. Lay your eyes on the first horrid gameplay trailer below:

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:24 AM
    

The Forge Of The Chaos Dwarfs expansion is hot out of the oven, but Creative Assembly have already detailed what's next for Total War: Warhammer 3. A fresh roadmap shares what's coming in the next twelve months, which includes three paid expansions: Shadows Of Change (Summer 2023), Thrones Of Decay (Winter 2023), and To Be Revealed (which I'm hoping is the official title, coming Spring 2024). Each expansion will be accompanied by a free update that brings Legendary Heroes for everyone, as well as interim patches in between content drops.

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Twinfinite Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:00 PM
     Lots to play, lots to play!

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     A new release for more than half off? Yes please!

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     It's time to gear up for Call of Duty's midseason update!

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     Are you tire-d of the usual battle royale?

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     Taking dungeons back to their roots.

Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:00 PM
    

Kotobukiya Mega Man X Falcon Armor model kit

Kotobukiya revealed a new selection of Mega Man model kits from various entries in the franchise. The new figures include Black Zero, a new Max Armor version, a Falcon Armor, and a revision to the original Mega Man plastic model kit. According to the company, these releases will be made to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Mega Man X.

The Black Zero model is based on the upgrade version of Zero that appears from Mega Man X 4 onwards. Most notably, this new figure will include both blue and red parts for the forehead so as to also replicate the appearance of Fake Zero from Mega Man X2.

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1656298054436237312?s=20

The new Max Armor will be based on the Triad Thunder weapon iteration with matching colors. In addition, it will be released with thunder effects and accessories to add the original version of the armor to change its aspect.

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1656300557907427328?s=20

For the Falcon Armor, Kotobukiya shared photos of the unpainted Mega Man X model. This version of X's armor features the armor's iconic bird-like details such as the robotic wings and the chest plate resembling a beak.

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1656320846754107398?s=20

Finally, the last new model kit is a revision of the classic Mega Man based on its appearance from the 11th game. This is the only one of the lot with a planned released window, set for Autumn 2023, the rest are yet to be determined

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1656299300375207938?s=20

With these new releases, Kotobukiya will have developed model kits for all of the main armor sets from Mega Man X1 to X6. Most recently, in November 2022, the company released a Blade Armor model including the Z Saber. As for the new batch of figures, Kotobukiya has not yet shared the price or any specific release date.

The post Kotobukiya Reveals a Bunch of New Mega Man Model Kits appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:30 PM
    

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom new commercial shows an older player

Nintendo released a new The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom commercial featuring an older adult man playing the game in his free time. The video shares a few parts of gameplay, mainly showcasing the new fusion ability, combat, and exploration elements.

Check out for yourself this new The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom commercial. It was shared by the Nintendo of Australia YouTube Channel.

https://youtu.be/wIJODMsYbkc

As you can see, the commercial shows what appears to be a fragment in an older player's life. The man plays the new The Legend of Zelda game in his spare time, be it at night after arriving from work or during his early commute on public transport. The whole video is full of ambient noises and under-the-breath dialogue accompanied by mostly cold color undertones, a style very different from the usual funny and family-friendly kind of advertisements Nintendo used for the Switch before.

The reception online appeared to be mixed. Some stated that this new ad is presenting a gloomy scenario. Some others praised it for showing a more "human" side of gaming as an adult player.

As another part of the advertisement campaign for this new entry in The Legend of Zelda series, Nintendo released a special Snapchat Lens that shows a countdown to the game's launch. The company also released a multi-part interview series with many of the game's developers, including Producer Eiji Aonuma and Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will be arriving on the Nintendo Switch on May 12, 2023.

The post New Tears of the Kingdom Commercial Stars an Older Player appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:00 PM
    

Best Hook Relic and Lightcone Build in Honkai: Star Rail

Hook is a four-star in Honkai: Star Rail, and she happened to be one of the first "focus" characters on the Seele Butterfly on Swordtip Event Warp. This means between that and her appearance in the always-available pool of character, there's a good chance she joined your party. While Hook is not one of the "best" characters in Honkai: Star Rail, she is easy to build and use due to her working with a lot of commonly found Relic sets and Light Cones.

What are the best Light Cones for a Hook build in Honkai: Star Rail?

Okay. So yes, you could put a five-star Light Cone on Hook. I'd say On the Fall of an Aeon, so you can take advantage of using her to break an enemy's weakness while also getting an attack buff for every attack.

But really, there are so many good four-star Light Cones that boost her attack and help her that you should consider and stick with those instead. Woof! Walk Time!, one featuring Peppy that you can get for free, increases her attack and damage dealt to enemies affected by Burn. Which she can inflict, due to her being a Fire-type character. The Moles Welcome You, which is inspired by her, lets her get up to five stacks of Mischievous to boost her attack after every attack, Skill, or Ultimate use. Under the Blue Sky increases her attack in general, as well as boosts her critical hit rate every time she defeats an enemy. But really, any attack-boosting Destruction four-star Light Cone works.

As for three-star options, Collapsing Sky is best. It increases her attack and Skill damage. Mutual Demise is fine for her critical rate boost, but I don't like how it requires you to keep her health up. Shattered Home is fine too for the extra damage, but again the enemy HP requirement is limiting.
[caption id="attachment_962426" align="alignnone" width="1200"]Best Hook Relic and Lightcone Build in Honkai: Star Rail Screenshot via Siliconera[/caption]

What are the best Relics for a Hook build in Honkai: Star Rail?

Once again, Hook is a character whose best Relic set in Honkai: Star Rail for any build is probably Musketeer of Wild Wheat. It boosts attack by 12% for two pieces. Get four pieces and attack damage is boosted by 10% and speed by 6% too. You can get it from the Jarilo-VI Cavern of Corrosion: Path of Drifting at the Corridor of Fading Echoes, but it comes up so often in chests and as rewards that you probably won't even need to hunt for pieces for her.

However, Firesmith of Lava-Forging is your other best option for Hook in Honkai: Star Rail. That's in the Xianzhou Luofu Cavern of Corrosion: Path of Conflagration at Stargazer Navalia. Two pieces equipped means a 10% Fire damage boost, which helps her a lot. If you get four pieces, it increases general Skill damage and boosts Fire damage after every Ultimate she performs.

Honkai: Star Rail is available for PCs and mobile devices, and PS4 and PS5 versions are in development.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 3:30 PM
    

GameStop Announces Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Trade-in Program

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will be the first $69.99 Nintendo Switch game, but a GameStop trade-in promotion offer will bring the price down to $19.99. The way it works is that the two games a person would be trading in will net them a guaranteed $25 each. This offer includes both old and new titles from platforms like the 3DS, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.

Here's a list of some of the more notable recent releases that qualify for the GameStop The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trade-in offer. In the case of a multiplatform game, like Mega Man Battle Network Legacy, either version applies. However, in some instances like Elden Ring, only the PS4 version works with the deal.

  • Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp
  • Atomic Heart
  • Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon
  • Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion
  • Elden Ring (PS4 only)
  • Fire Emblem Engage
  • Hogwarts Legacy (PS5 and Xbox Series X only)
  • Horizon Forbidden West
  • Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection
  • Metroid Prime Remastered
  • Minecraft Legedds Deluxe
  • Octopath Traveler 2
  • One Piece Odyssey
  • Pokemon Scarlet or Violet
  • Resident Evil 4
  • Theatrhythm Final Bar Line
  • Wild Hearts (PS5)
  • Wo Long Fallen Dynasty (PS5)

There are 139 qualifying games on the full list. Both games must be turned in at the same time for the promotion to take effect. You also must use them to buy The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will come to the Nintendo Switch on May 12, 2023, and the GameStop trade-in promotion for it ends May 20, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 3:00 PM
    

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 exceeded 10 million sales

Bandai Namco announced it sold more than 10 million units of both Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and Dragon Ball FighterZ worldwide. To commemorate the milestone, Xenoverse 2 will dole out a variety of rewards for players to claim during the celebration. The festivities will start running in-game starting on May 17, 2023.

You can see the official announcement of the 10 million milestone from the official Bandai Namco SEA Twitter account here below.
https://twitter.com/BandaiNamcoSEA/status/1656116874697113600?s=20

The first of the rewards in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 will be a login bonus of 100 TP medals during the first week of the event from May 17-24, 2023. Right after that period, players can also claim 50 TP medals for the next 18 weeks for a total of 1,000.

The 10M Campaign will also feature a Special Raid Quest with two main prizes for players joining in. People can get an exclusive "6-Star Dragon Ball Tournament Outfit". There is also a "10-Million Celebration Balloon" accessory earned by defeating enough enemies as part of the themed raid. You can join the in-game event from May 18, 2023 to June 14, 2023.

https://twitter.com/BandaiNamcoSEA/status/1656116875523420161?s=20

Recent updates added more content to Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. The latest one was the apparition of Cell Max as a new Raid Quest, along with the new Awoken Skill: Beast. The new DLC, Hero of Justice Pack 2, has also been confirmed to release on May 11, 2023. It will bring Orange Piccolo, Piccolo (Power Awakened) and Gohan (Beast) as new playable characters.

Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2 is readily available for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The 10M Special Campaign will be running from May 18, 2023 to June 14, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:00 PM
    

One Piece RunRunRun Child Uta Figure Announced, Yamato Arrives in October

MegaHouse announced new details about not only the One Piece Yamato RunRunRun figure, but about a new figure of Uta. The line of figures shows versions of the series cast as children energetically running. The Yamato one will ship out in late October 2023 in Japan. Meanwhile the Uta one is now in development.

As Yamato is arriving sooner, we actually know how he will look. It will cost 7,480円 (~$56). People can display him either either holding Oden's logbook or with open hands. His head can also be turned. As with all characters in this line, he looks as he did as a child and is running.
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As for the One Piece Uta figure, there's no official art yet. Rather, MegaHouse only shared a silhouette of the character. While it will depict Uta as a child, she will still keep her distinctive hairstyle.

There are already two other figures in this line. People can already see Luffy and Zoro ones. One of MegaHouse's latest photos showed them with the Yamato figure.
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The One Piece Yamato RunRunRun figure will launch in late October 2023 in Japan, and the Uta figure will follow sometime after. The anime is streaming on Crunchyroll as new episodes air, and Viz Media handles the manga. The Netflix live-action adaptation also has a 2023 release window.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:30 PM
    

Resident Evil 4 Monster Hunter Record Profits

Capcom announced another year of record profits in its Consolidated Results for the Year Ended March 2023 report. It attributed this to many factors, although both the remake of Resident Evil 4 and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak are mentioned by name.

Capcom's net sales for the past financial year were 125.9 billion yen (roughly $936 million), an increase of 14.4% from the previous year. Operating income increased 18.4%, ordinary income was up by 15.9%, and net income was up 12.9%. This marks Capcom's sixth consecutive year of record profits at all levels and a record high for net sales.

Resident Evil and Monster Hunter continue to be huge successes for Capcom. Resident Evil 4 reached sales numbers of 4 million units as of April 7, 2023 while Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak has sold 5 million units as of January 18, 2023.

In addition to Resident Evil 4 and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, Capcom attribute the company's success to sales of older digital titles and the use of their brands in movies, merchandise and esports. They aim to keep this up for the next financial year, with predictions of 140 billion yen in net sales.

The remake of Resident Evil 4 is available now for the PC, PS5, PS4 and Xbox Series X/S. Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is out now for the Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:00 PM
    

Pokemon Journeys Episodes

The next batch of Pokemon Ultimate Journeys: The Series episodes are scheduled to premiere on June 23, 2023 on Netflix in the US. They will include the moments when Ash is finally crowned Pokemon Champion. This is to be the last series to star Ash and his Pikachu as protagonists, and is set to conclude with a collection of special episodes to commemorate their 25 season journey. The release window for these final special episodes is set to be announced "at a later date."

The first batch of episodes of the Pokemon Ultimate Journeys: The Series anime also been made available to buy or rent from iTunes, Google Play and Amazon in the US. This batch comprises 12 episodes including "The Spectral Express," "Meeting Up With the Monarch," and
Battling in the Freezing Raid."

A new trailer for third batch of episodes was also released, which you can watch below:

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQXDkdARmCo[/embed]

After Ash's story ends, the Pokemon Ultimate Journeys anime was succeeded by Pokemon Horizons. It stars new protagonists Riko and Roy. A North American release date for the series is yet to be announced, but several episodes have already aired in Japan. A new, turtle-like Pokemon was also teased in the episodes.

Part 3 of the Pokemon Ultimate Journeys: The Series anime episodes are set to release on US Netflix on June 23rd. Part 1 of the series is available on Itunes, Google Play and Amazon now.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:30 PM
    

Armored Core 6 - Official Image

Kotobukiya announced it will be releasing a new plastic model kit based on the upcoming Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon. This release would join the list of plastic models based on the Armored Core franchise by the company. However, not much information has been revealed yet about this new arriving model. There's also no silhouette or preliminary art.

Check out the official announcement for the new Armored Core 6 model kit from the Kotobukiya Twitter account here below.

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1656104012666798080?s=20

If you check on the official Kotobukiya site, you can find an image announcing the project. As for the information segment, the product name is listed only as "Armored Core 6 New Plastic Model Kit". On the same note, the release date and scale appear as to be determined. Nonetheless, the company has already clarified that it will share more information in the near future.

It may come as a surprise that Bandai Namco is not in charge of producing this new model, as the company is the distributors of the game and are also the creators of the official Gundam model kits. However, Kotobukiya has been the one releasing the games' official plastic models, such as the CO3 MALICIOUS R.I.P. from Armored Core: Verdict Day, and the Rayleonard 03-AALIYAH from Armored Core 4.

It's also worth remembering that the Armored Core VI Collector's and Premium Edition will also feature a special figure based on one of the mechs to appear in the game. It is not yet known whether Kotobukiya's model will be based on the same machine or another one that has not yet been revealed.

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon will come to the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC on August 25, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:00 PM
    

Theatrhythm Chrono Trigger DLC Songs

Square Enix announced the release date for Chrono Trigger and Chrono Cross DLC songs for Theatrhythm Final Bar Line. The pack of six songs will release on May 17, 2023 for both versions of the game. They are available alone or in the season pass.

The six tracks included in the Theatrhythm Final Bar Line DLC pack include five tracks from Chrono Trigger and a track from Radical Dreamers, the visual novel set between the two games. The tracks are:

  • "Wings That Cross Time"
  • "Chrono Trigger"
  • "Boss Battle 2"
  • "Battle with Magus"
  • "Corridors of Time"
  • "Radical Dreams -Le Tresor Interdit-"

All tracks were originally composed by Yasunori Mitsuda.

https://twitter.com/FinalFantasy/status/1656283268218769409

This is not the first DLC for Theatrhythm Final Bar Line featuring music from other Square Enix titles. The Nier series, the SaGa series and The World Ends with You have also featured in previous DLC packs.

Chrono Trigger originally released for the SNES in 1995. It's become a fan favorite over the years, widely considered to be one of the best RPGs ever made. It was followed by Radical Dreamers, a visual novel released for the Super Famicom Satellaview in 1996, and a sequel, Chrono Cross, released for the PS1 in 1999. Chrono Cross saw a modern re-release in 2022 which included the first Western release of Radical Dreamers.

Theatrhythm Final Bar Line is out now for Nintendo Switch and PS4. The Chrono Trigger Vol. 1 DLC pack will release on May 17, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:30 AM
    

Pokemon Unite Eevee Festival Means Leafeon and Umbreon Debuts

More Eevee evolutions are coming to Pokemon Unite as playable characters, with Leafeon and Umbreon on the way. The official Twitter account announced an Eevee Festival that will celebrate current and upcoming characters. The Japanese site offered even more details, providing release dates for both. Umbreon will join the game on May 25, 2023. Leafeon will follow on June 8, 2023. Inteleon will also eventually join the game, according to the Japanese update.

Here's the official announcement for the new characters and upcoming event. Like current playable evolutions Espeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon, Leafeon and Umbreon will start out as Eevee. As people play, they'll then eventually level up to their final forms over the course of the map.

The Japanese announcement also showed the matching Holowear cosmetics that will be available for every Eevee evolution in Pokemon Unite.
[caption id="attachment_962384" align="alignnone" width="1200"]Pokemon Unite Eevee Festival Means Leafeon and Umbreon Debuts Image via The Pokemon Company International[/caption]

Pokemon Unite is available for the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, and we'll see Umbreon in-game on May 25, 2023 and Leafeon on June 8, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:00 AM
    

Honkai: Star Rail Animated Short Stars Jing Yuan and His Mentor

HoYoVerse promised an anime-like animated short involving Honkai: Star Rail five-star character Jing Yuan, and it's now live. People can view it online or download it. Not only that, but it features his mentor Jingliu, another person from Xianzhou Luofu. However, HoYoVerse hasn't announced if she'll be playable yet.

Editor's Note: The Honkai: Star Rail Jing Yuan and Jingliu miHoYo Anime animated short features spoilers for the game's story.

The four and a half minute long short covers multiple phases of Jing Yuan's life. It begins with a look at more recent events, as he heads to see Jingliu. It's then that he experiences a flashback to when he first met his "master." As the two duel, we see how she helped him train and become the general we see in the Xianzhou Luofu portion of the storyline. The video also offers a bit of a brief explanation of mara, which players encounter when on the starship.

At the very end, we see Jing Yuan with his own apprentice, Yanqing. We then see how his past shaped him as a result.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-MFg_0wY4U&ab_channel=Honkai%3AStarRail

Honkai: Star Rail is available for PCs and mobile devices, and the Jing Yuan banner arrives on May 17, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:30 AM
    

Tears of the Kingdom Dungeons Feature

Nintendo released yet another The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom interview, and this one features a discussion about its dungeons. In Breath of the Wild, people could head to the four Divine Beasts. Here, Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi, Technical Director Takuhiro Dohta, and Art Director Satoru Takizawa offered details about what people can expect.

The discussion about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom dungeons noted that they'll feel more like the traditional ones in the series, rather than Breath of the Wild's Divine Beasts. Both Dohta and Takizawa referred to them as offering a "wide variety" of differences. Takizawa specifically noted how this differed, due to the previous entry's looking a bit alike. Dohta said, "We've made dungeons unique to their respective environments, so we think you'll be able to enjoy the wide variety of regional characteristics."

Fujibayashi teased even more details about what to expect from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom dungeons and discussed one specific one that is underground.

Yes, we haven't talked about the dungeons yet. They've changed from the previous game. For example, there is a dungeon that connects directly from Hyrule's surface. If you dive from the sky straight into the dungeon, you'll trigger an event. We think this will be a new experience that wasn't possible in the previous game.

As a reminder, the past interviews discussed use of past The Legend of Zelda sound effects and that the newest game was intended to be a sequel from the start. Two more will appear on May 11, 2023.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will come to the Nintendo Switch on May 12, 2023.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 10, 2023 10:00 AM
    

Atelier Marie Remake Key Art

It's not been that long since Gust released the most recent game in the long-running Atelier series. With Atelier Ryza 3 still fresh in people's minds, Atelier Marie Remake is now ready to take the series back to where it all began.

Until now, Western Atelier fans needed to rely on fan translations to experience the origins of the series. Atelier Marie: The Alchemist of Salburg originally released in 1997 for the PlayStation and Sega Saturn. It later got a slightly improved re-release for Dreamcast and PS2, although this also never left Japan. However, the game is now coming to the West in the form of a remake, now with a chibi art style similar to the Switch remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening.

[caption id="attachment_962265" align="alignnone" width="1200"]Atelier Marie Remake Barrel Screenshot via Siliconera[/caption]

The premise for Atelier Marie is a simple one. You play as Marlone, aka Marie, who is a student at the esteemed alchemy academy in Salburg. The problem is, she has the worst test scores in the history of the school. Marie now has five years to prove herself as an alchemist, and it's your job to help her.

Much like other Atelier games, the game revolves around gathering materials and crafting items for quests. However, this system is notably more barebones than in the more recent titles. While the Atelier Ryza games featured bustling towns full of NPCs handing out quests, Atelier Marie has a single tavern in a town consisting only of places required for your needs.

It's not surprising, of course. This is a remake of a much older title that's been iterated on countless times, and so it feels stripped back as a result. However, it might feel a bit disappointing to newer fans of the series whose experience is with those larger, more complex titles.

[caption id="attachment_962266" align="alignnone" width="1200"]Atelier Marie Remake Crafting Screenshot via Siliconera[/caption]

Crafting is similarly simple, as you just need to gather ingredients, head to your atelier, then combine them. Unlike later titles which featured materials with varying traits, the most complex Atelier Marie gets is asking you to buy additional tools to improve crafting. And those are one-off purchases, not something you need to consider each time you craft.

Where the game does get complex is through time management. Marie has five years to prove herself, and different actions advance your time towards that inevitable goal. Returning to the atelier costs a day, and each gathering location in the overworld requires a certain number of days to travel to and from.

This is where the biggest change for the remake comes in. In the original, gathering spots were static screens that handed you random materials for each day you chose to spend there. In the remake, they're now full maps you can explore, and items are visible. However, picking up these items also spends your days with each haul, and this is where things get surreal.

[caption id="attachment_962267" align="alignnone" width="1200"]Atelier Marie Remake Gathering Screenshot via Siliconera[/caption]

The original mechanic likely gave the impression that Marie and her friends were scavenging and coming up with a haul of items from a long day of searching. In the remake, it inexplicably feels like it takes Marie a whole day to pick up a single bundle of loose branches.

Clearly the change was made to remove randomness from the equation, but the replacement feels awkward early on. Sure, it's easier to find exactly what you need, but each day gives you a smaller material reward, and it disincentivises exploring the new maps too much so you don't eat up all your days. Hopefully this is something that can be adjusted for the final release, perhaps advancing a day for every three or four materials you collect, instead of just one. Or maybe it could be based on how many steps you take while walking around the map. In its current form, it feels both mechanically and narratively nonsensical.

That said, Atelier Marie definitely has some old school charm so far. Its simple barebones structure makes it easy to dip in and out of and feels like a game that will thrive on the Switch. I just hope that some of its weirder issues can be ironed out by the final release.

Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg releases on July 13, 2023. It's releasing for the PC, PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:58 PM
     Mageseeker Best Spells FeaturedThe Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is an action RPG where you play as Sylas, a rebel mage leading a rebellion against Demacia. Sylas has access to a varied moveset consisting of melee attacks, spells, and an ultimate. Here are my picks for the best spells in  The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story. How to unlock Spells in The Mageseeker At the beginning of the game, you will only have access to your melee attacks and be able to steal spells from enemies. Once you progress the main mission far enough, you will unlock spells as part of the story progression. Screenshots by PC Invasion Early on in the game, you will fight a mini-boss called the Polar Lizard. During this mission, an NPC called Leilani will give you a fire spell as your first spell to help you defeat this enemy. These spells are castable without stealing them from enemies using your mana. After completing this mission, you will return to your rebel hideout. Here, you can ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:00 PM
     How To Get Colors For Wanderer Outfit In Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Feattured ImageThe number of things you can do in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is out of this world. I spent tons of time on each planet discovering all the hidden things. The one thing that you'll come across more often than not, is outfits for Cal. Some can be harder to find, like the Commander Outfit, and others are simpler to obtain. It's a good idea to find these outfits and other customization options, you can get immersed better this way. However, as mentioned not all outfits and their materials are easy to find. This guide will show you how to get colors for Wanderer Outfit in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor: How to get the colors for the Wanderer Outfit This outfit has three parts, and each part has its own color options. This may be a task because they are tucked away, so you can easily miss them. Luckily for you, we did the hard work, so you don't have to. Colors for the jacket To begin, let's start with finding the colors of the jacket. The ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:59 PM
     Tears Of The Kingdom Dungeons Cave Stone TalusFans of Breath of the Wild and the Zelda series as a whole no doubt still have many questions about the upcoming Tears of the Kingdom. One particularly important question for many is how Tears of the Kingdom will handle the series-staple dungeons. Although Breath of the Wild did feature something akin to dungeons in the form of the Divine Beasts, many longtime fans took issue with how Nintendo structured them. Overall, the Divine Beasts had much smaller layouts and simpler puzzles than the dungeons of yore, and their visual designs lacked distinction. Many have hoped that Tears of the Kingdom will improve upon its predecessor by including more traditionally designed Zelda dungeons. So does the game deliver on this? Will there be more traditional dungeons in Tears of the Kingdom? Fortunately, the developers have confirmed that Tears of the Kingdom will boast dungeons more comparable to those of past games. The developers briefly discussed the dungeons in an interview posted ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:26 PM
     How To Complete The Gladiator Mission Honkai Star RailCombat is one of the most exhilarating activities to engage in while playing Honkai: Star Rail. If you're up to the challenge, once you reach Jarilo-VI, you can partake in a Fight Club. In the span of five rounds, you have to defeat waves of enemies in the ring. This is apart of the Gladiator Mission in Honkai: Star Rail, which we'll explain how to complete. Gladiator Mission guide for Honkai: Star Rail To receive this Adventure Mission, you must be over Trailblaze Level 19, and must have completed the mission 'Ring and Stage 1'. This mission introduces you to the Fight Club in Boulder Town. Once that's done, you can prepare yourself for the Gladiator Mission, which includes five rounds of enemies to fight. Each round gets more and more difficult, so keep reading to find out the best way to complete each round. Screenshot by PC Invasion Round one Best Elements: Wind and Lightning Enemies: Two Automaton Spiders The first round is the ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:09 PM
     Honkai Star Rail Dark Fist Tournament Mysterious Kid CloseupHonkai: Star Rail spends a lot of its early hours on the planet of Jarilo-VI, where you meet a variety of memorable characters. Many of them live in the Underground portions of the world, in and around Boulder Town. These include various street children who will challenge you to play games with them and complete various quests. Here is our guide on how to win the Rock Paper Scissors match in the Dark Fist Tournament in Honkai: Star Rail. Note: We'll have a Honkai: Star Rail guides and features hub soon, so stay tuned. How to win Rock Paper Scissors for Dark Fist Tournament in Honkai Star Rail In order to participate in the very serious and official match of Rock Paper Scissors, you first have to find a way to enter the tournament. Simply fast travel to the Fight Club space anchor in Boulder Town. Then enter the building and find the Dark Fist Tournament Invitation Letter mission item sitting on some crates near the entrance. To beat the kids at Rock Paper Scis...

Gamer Empire Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:57 PM
     In Rust, players have to spend their time collecting resources to avoid inevitable death. One of the stats that creates a lot of problems for some of the fans is the Hunger stat. To fill it, you will need to either scavenge for food or grow your own crops. To start growing food and crops […]

Gamer Empire Wednesday, May 10, 2023 1:37 PM
     In Project Zomboid, the multiplayer features allow you to team up with other people to survive and kill the zombies together. You can work, build, share resources, and live in cooperative gameplay. So, what is the maximum number of players that can be on a server? Or, how many players can you be in multiplayer […]

Gamer Empire Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:32 PM
     Choosing the correct galaxy size can be the defining factor between a bad campaign and a good one in Stellaris. We only have 5 choices of galaxy size without using mods. As you can imagine the correct galaxy size isn't a one size fits all scenario. Recommended Read: What Is the Best Starting Solar System […]

Gamer Empire Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:46 AM
     Choosing a starting solar system in Stellaris is one of the first decisions you make in the game. This decision may seem minor, but it can have long-reaching consequences on your playstyle. In most playthroughs, you will start in a random system with a home planet between sizes 18 and 21. We do have some […]

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 6:00 PM
     World-renowned independent creative studio, Rebellion, has announced the acquisition of Tunnels & Trolls, one of the trailblazing games of the fantasy genre and the second-ever published roleplaying game. Tunnels & Trolls was first published in 1975 by Flying Buffalo, providing a more player-friendly alternative to Dungeons & Dragons. With its streamlined mechanics and pioneering approach …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:00 PM
     Mantic Games has announced the launch of its new 3D-printable miniatures service, the Mantic Vault. This new service will offer a growing library of official sculpts, which can be downloaded as themed packs or by subscription. Mantic Vault offers a new way of having previously resin-exclusive sculpts delivered to your 3D printer with the click …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:00 PM
     Evil Genius Games has launched a new Kickstarter project that is sure to excite tabletop RPG enthusiasts everywhere. The Legendary Bundle offers two brand new adventure paths set in the beloved universes of Kong: Skull Island and Pacific Rim. The Cinematic Adventure Paths (CAPs) are long-form adventure campaigns that take players from Level 1 to …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 3:22 PM
     Pokémon fans, get ready for the highly anticipated expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved. The expansion, which features over 190 cards, including newly discovered Pokémon from the Paldea region, is set to release on June 9, 2023. With just a few weeks to go, fans are getting their first look …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:11 PM
     The Tales of the Valiant RPG, previously known as Project Black Flag, is set to launch on Kickstarter in May 2023. The game builds on the Creative Commons foundation of 5th Edition while expanding on it with new options for players. ToV rules will be available in two books: the Player's Guide and Monster Vault. …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 10, 2023 11:00 AM
     Hooray! A couple days in a row of feeling alright! Lately, that's been a rather hit-or-miss type of thing, so if I can string a pair of days together, I'm gonna be thankful. I'm also thankful for some bite-sized gaming stories to nosh on. Let's see what we have on the platter today. 3D Printable …

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, May 10, 2023 5:07 PM
    

The two games were last reportedly surpassed eight million units in November 2021

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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, May 10, 2023 4:24 PM
    

The game will no longer release in its previously planned "first half of 2023"

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The games include Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Humanity, Watch Dogs: Legion, and more.

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The teaser seemingly hints at a series reboot

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