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Kotaku Monday, March 25, 2024 5:30 PM
    

It turns out that a small but useful menu inside your modern Windows PC was designed and built in one day in 1994. It was meant to be a temporary stopgap until something better was created to replace it. That never happened, and now, 30 years later, the guy behind that original menu has revealed the story behind it.

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Kotaku Monday, March 25, 2024 5:15 PM
    

Most of Dragon's Dogma 2's classes (or "vocations") are carryovers from the series' 2012 entry. However, since this is a sequel Capcom's newly released high-fantasy action-RPG does feature some new vocations for you to unlock. One of them, the Darth Maul-serving Mystic Spearhand, is a class that's super easy to unlock…

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Kotaku Monday, March 25, 2024 5:00 PM
    

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will throw a ton of enemies at you. Luckily, you'll have a wide variety of healing spells, magic attacks, unique abilities, and weapon skills at your disposal. And while you can also buff your party, you can debuff your enemies too, making them more susceptible to your attacks.

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PCGamesN Monday, March 25, 2024 6:49 PM
     Epic exclusive Stardew Valley like MMORPG finally hits Steam for free

Given the success of games like the Pokemon indebted Palworld and the renewed interest that farming sim Stardew Valley has generated with its latest updates, the combination of these games represented in Palia seems worthy of attention. With its mix of peaceful community building and RPG game style activities and quests, the game is likely to appeal to anyone looking for a relaxing venue to build a home and hang out online. Now, Palia is easier to get into than ever before thanks to its launch on Steam as a new free-to-play game.

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PCGamesN Monday, March 25, 2024 4:35 PM
     The year's biggest indie hit just got a rare discount on Steam

Balatro has dominated the year so far. Its extremely inventive take on both the roguelike genre and card games in general urges players to repeatedly go back for just one more round, creating the same kind of enduring interest that makes everything from Civilization 6 to Slay the Spire or Vampire Survivors so tough to put down. With the enormous success Balatro has enjoyed since it launched, we haven't expected it to be marked down at all, but, luckily, it's just received a discount that knocks a bit off its usual price from now until April 1.

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Siliconera Monday, March 25, 2024 8:15 PM
    

Combat in Rise of the Ronin is a delicate dance between strategy and skill. This guide will explain how to parry in Rise of the Ronin, so you can survive and counter anything your foes throw your way.

Best way to Parry in Rise of the Ronin

One of the key techniques players must master is the counterspark, aka parrying. This defensive maneuver not only blocks incoming attacks but also sets up the perfect opportunity for a critical counterattack. Properly executed countersparks can save you from damage and turn the tide of a fight.

You'll have a larger window to nail down these countersparks on the lowest difficulty. However, this window shrinks as you increase. For bosses, repetition can help you learn enemy patterns and animations for successful counterattacks. For other enemies, you'll need to memorize some bread-and-butter patterns from certain combat styles.

Screenshot by Siliconera

Mastering combat styles in Rise of the Ronin

Combat styles play a pivotal role in shaping the flow of battle. Each style has its strengths and weaknesses. Using the right style against your opponent is crucial; it can make countering and pressure easier for either you or the opponent. Understanding the matchups between different styles is essential for maintaining control in combat situations.

Luckily, a tiny up or down arrow will alert you as to whether your chosen style is weak or strong against the opponents. You'll want to focus on learning as many new combat styles as possible for this reason. You don't want to be stuck in a tough fight with no options. You should, at the very least, have a neutral option, too. there are three "types" of combat style for each weapon, yet some weapons have multiple of a certain type.

What sets Rise of the Ronin apart is its balanced and accommodating combat system. Whether you're a seasoned warrior or a novice swordsman, the game offers a range of difficulty options to suit your skill level. This ensures that every player can enjoy a challenging yet rewarding experience tailored to their preferences.

Rise of the Ronin is available exclusively on the PS5.

The post How to Parry in Rise of the Ronin – Combat Tips appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, March 25, 2024 5:34 PM
     Rise Of The Ronin Screenshot Ryoma 4k En 28mar23 (1)Growing closer with your companions is the key to unlocking every combat style and receiving rare items in Rise of the Ronin, and there's no better way to make someone like you than a gift. Just like in many other RPGs, Rise of the Ronin lets you bond with each of your allies by completing quests for them, chatting with them, and giving them gifts. Each character has a different preference, however, so you'll need to choose wisely when handing over a gift. How to Raise Bond Levels in Rise of the Ronin As you progress through the main storyline of Rise of the Ronin, you'll meet historical figures like Sakamoto Ryoma and form bonds with them. You can also recruit allies like Gonzo in side quests, forming bonds with them as well. You can take these companions with you on missions, and deepening your bond with them will unlock new combat styles for each weapon in the game, net you great gear, and grant you some rare skill points on top of all that. Image: Tea...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, March 25, 2024 4:46 PM
     Dragon's Dogma 2 New Game Plus: What carries over and what you loseI enjoy almost every aspect of Dragon's Dogma 2, except that one point where a Griffin kept flying away as I tried to kill it because my strikes were too slow. I did manage to bring the creature down, eventually. Along the way, I learned a better way to prevent Griffins from flying away in Dragon's Dogma 2. Dragon's Dogma 2: How to stop Griffins from flying away Every time my party would do devastating damage, it would flee. Sometimes the Griffin would come back healed up, other times it would appear with the same health but angrier. After that, I became its rag doll.  To avoid all that, you can't face the Griffin head-on, or at least that's what I felt I couldn't do. But I think I found a consistent way to keep this creature from leaving. First, I would suggest you either find a stronger weapon based on your class or buy from any major city or town. Next, employ a Mage Pawn. If you already have one, then don't worry about this step.  Screenshot: Cap...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, March 25, 2024 4:36 PM
     Cod Warzone Mobile Featured ImageMobile games are beyond anything I ever expected growing up, and Warzone Mobile is (almost) the pinnacle of what's currently achievable. However, sometimes tech runs before it can walk. A lot of players are experiencing Warzone Mobile crashing on both Bluestack and mobile. Here's how to fix it. How to fix Warzone Mobile crashing on Mobile There are a few things you can try to make Warzone Mobile run much more smoothly. Usually, the issue is with your hardware or the game files. I found checking both of these and tweaking settings usually fixes the problem. Check for Updates The first thing you should do is ensure that you are running the most up-to-date version of Warzone Mobile. Head into your App store and locate Warzone Mobile. If there is an update pending, hit the update button and wait for it to download. Reinstall the game Sometimes, game files can become corrupted. Warzone Mobile has a huge amount of files stored on your device, and they can quickl...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, March 25, 2024 4:06 PM
     Dragon's Dogma 2 EndgameThere are seven things I wish I had known before starting the endgame in Dragon's Dogma 2. To help you make an educated decision before you roll credits the first time, here's what you need to know. Tips you need to know before starting Dragon's Dogma 2 endgame If you want to play Dragon's Dogma 2's true ending — and trust me, you do — you need to know a few things. There are special rules that apply before, during, and after the true ending that you need to know about before deciding you're ready. 1. Finishing the true ending forces NG+ The first thing you should know is that when you finish the true ending in Dragon's Dogma 2, you are forced into New Game Plus. This isn't the case for the regular ending, by the way. Instead of being able to load back into your regular endgame save to clean up loose ends and enjoy the world of Dragon's Dogma 2, the only way you can get back into Dragon's Dogma 2 is to start...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, March 25, 2024 4:00 PM
     Dead Ringer Dragons dogma 2I am such a sucker for getting incredibly sidetracked in RPG games and ending up completely losing track of what I was supposed to be doing. Often, I end up stupidly overpowered and returning to the feeble early-game core missions as a glowing juggernaut. Dragon's Dogma 2 has been fantastic for this, and I have found tons of amazing hidden items you have to collect for your character. Hidden items and gear in Dragon's Dogma 2 These range from early-game starting loot to some hidden goldmines in the later game. Waterfall Cave This location can be found early on, right by the Borderwatch Outpost. Simply head up the road to the north until you find the Waterfall Cave. Now, be aware that there are a few enemies at the entrance and throughout, but they scale with you and can be defeated. Make your way through the cave, and you can find. Wakestone Travelstone Seekers Token Onyx Pelt Flayers (Theif) Be aware that there are two floors to this ca...

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, March 25, 2024 4:39 PM

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iDev Games Feed Monday, March 25, 2024 6:56 PM
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