Kotaku Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:51 AM  Another company has escaped the gaping, acquisition-hungry maw that is publisher Embracer Group, as Borderlands developer Gearbox Software has been sold to Take-Two Interactive. This lines up with Kotaku's previous reporting on the matter in February, in which sources told us Gearbox was nearing a sale. Embracer is… |
Kotaku Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:45 AM  PAX East was in Boston this past week, and while there were some heavy hitters at the show like Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian Studios and Square Enix showing off Final Fantasy XIV's Dawntrail expansion, the show didn't have a ton of big names. |
Kotaku Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:00 AM  I'm filling in some gaps in my RPG history. I've been playing series like Final Fantasy since I was a kid, but there are countless other landmark RPGs I've rarely touched, including the fantasy RPG Mana series, which splintered off of Final Fantasy Adventure in 1991. The only installment in the long-running franchise… |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 8:50 AM  What are the best Dragon's Dogma 2 mods? It's early days for Dragon's Dogma 2, but the character creator demo released by Capcom weeks before the official launch has already sparked some interest from the modding community. If the other RE Engine games are anything to go by, there's going to be a lot to look forward to over the next few months. Though we're disappointed to find that Dragon's Dogma 2 multiplayer isn't a thing, the RPG game being single-player-only means it has plenty of modding potential. We've found the best so far from Dragon's Dogma 2 modders, and just for fun, we're also including a list of mods we'd like to see in the future. Continue reading The best Dragon's Dogma 2 mods MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dragon's Dogma 2 review, Dragon's Dogma 2 vocations, Dragon's Dogma 2 map |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 8:25 AM  It's that moment when you're damaged, sparking, and struggling to lift your mighty missile launcher that really makes the mech shooter experience. Locked inside your gigantic battle suit, you heave your way forward through the terrain, crashing through buildings and foliage on your way to a new, tense showdown. It looks like you're finished, the alarm systems blaring, the fire starting to spread across the top of your suit. But suddenly, your teammates come swooping in, swinging their lances and firing their cannons to keep you alive. Combining the tactical, team-driven combat of Counter-Strike 2 with the chunky mech warfare of Armored Core 6, a superb-looking new multiplayer shooter is soon on its way to Steam, and PCGamesN got an exclusive look live from GDC in San Francisco. Continue reading Counter Strike 2 meets Armored Core 6 in new mech multiplayer game MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best multiplayer games , Best co-op games, Best upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:00 AM  What is the No Rest for the Wicked release date? Moon Studios has a pretty good track record; even though it only has two games under its belt, those two games happen to be Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, so, y'know, pretty good. The next game from the acclaimed studio looks to change things up quite dramatically, but in a good way. No Rest for the Wicked is an action RPG that is part Diablo, part Dark Souls, and maybe another, slightly smaller part Game of Thrones. You're saving the world, obviously, but there's more at play here as you slice your way through soldiers, religious folk, and unspeakable terrors: politics! Here's when we think No Rest for the Wicked is due for release, as well as what we know of the story, and the main trailer. Continue reading No Rest for the Wicked release date, story, and gameplay trailers |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:54 AM  It's no secret that Phil Spencer is an admirer of handheld gaming PCs having talked about how the Xbox brand can break into the scene on multiple occasions. Now, in a new interview from GDC, we know a little bit more about what exactly he wants. We believe the Steam Deck OLED is the best handheld gaming PC on the market right now, but competitors such as the ROG Ally and Legion Go have sizable audiences too. In fact, it was while playing on his Legion Go that Phil Spencer seemingly realized what he wants from his Xbox brand, and it's not just another piece of hardware. Continue reading Phil Spencer wants handheld gaming PC OS "to feel like an Xbox" MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Microsoft DirectX Raytracing, Microsoft Hololens hands-on, Windows Game Mode preview |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:18 AM  Homeworld 3 is a game that RTS lovers have been waiting over two decades for. The series stands alongside greats such as Command and Conquer and StarCraft 2 as some of the most beloved PC classics of all time. It's only natural, then, that over 100,000 players jumped at the chance to play the returning space strategy game when its War Games demo arrived during Steam Next Fest. It's also natural that many of those players had a lot of thoughts about how to improve on what they played. As such, developer Blackbird Interactive has detailed a hefty list of changes it's now making ahead of the game's May launch date. Continue reading Homeworld 3 dev announces big changes following Steam demo feedback MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Homeworld 3 release date, Best strategy games, Homeworld 3 system requirements |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:54 AM  When is the Light No Fire release date? The survival sandbox game was announced at The Game Awards in 2023, and it immediately caught our attention thanks to its Valheim vibes and colorful fantasy world. Developer Hello Games has been working on No Man's Sky for over a decade, so it was a welcome surprise to see co-founder Sean Murray join Geoff Keighley on stage to reveal the studio's next ambitious title. Like Valheim, Light No Fire is an exploration and building game in an open world featuring a variety of procedurally generated biomes, enemies, and resources. Murray outlines the team's goal to create "a planet that is as varied as a universe" - and from the gameplay trailers we've seen so far, the scale of its mountains and seas is certainly vast. Murray touts Light No Fire as "the first real open world" game, so let's dig into everything we know ahead of the release date. Continue reading Light No Fire release date estimate and latest news |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:58 AM  I still believe it, and I'm going to keep saying it - Cities Skylines 2 can make a comeback. Cyberpunk 2077 turned it around. No Man's Sky found redemption. The foundations are firm in Colossal Order's city building sequel, and it could one day - one day - become the game we always hoped. I'm prepared to give CS2 more time. Unfortunately, it's just become the recipient of an ignominious new 'honor,' as the first Cities Skylines 2 DLC, Beach Properties, becomes the worst-rated thing on all of Steam. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Cities Skylines 2 review, Cities Skylines 2 roads, Cities Skylines 2 maps |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:56 AM  March 28, 2024: We've updated our AFK Journey tier list based on the launch meta and linked out to our other helpful guides. Who are the best AFK Journey characters? Paying close attention to the shifts in character meta and team-building tactics can keep you from wasting valuable pulls on units that just don't cut the cake. Resources are scarce the further you go into this adventure. By pouring them into sub-par units, you risk digging yourself a hole that could be difficult to escape. Our growing list of AFK Journey codes goes hand-in-hand with the tier list below, potentially giving you enough premium currency to get the units most likely to make a difference to your team. And if you're just getting started, be sure to use the quickest AFK Journey reroll method to grab top-tier AFK Journey characters right from the start. Continue reading AFK Journey tier list – best characters for launch MORE FROM PCGAMESN: AFK Journey tier list, AFK Journey codes, AFK Journey reroll |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:56 AM  When is the Frostpunk 2 release date? Moving from coal to oil as your primary power source, the objective remains the same: survive the harsh winter to see another day. However, the needs of the people can sometimes not be in the best interest of the colony as a whole, and one wrong decision means the end. Management games always have some element of tension. However, rioting and the eventual collapse of an entire settlement because the heating's gone out is one of the more unsettling ways to lose. We've been waiting a long time since Frostpunk 2 was announced in 2021, but we now have full confirmation of the Frostpunk 2 release date and the latest gameplay details before launch. Continue reading Frostpunk 2 release date, trailers, and gameplay MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best city-building games, Best survival games, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:52 AM  When is the Silent Hill 2 release date? We've got fog, we've got a creepy town, we've got... nurses? The Bloober Team remake of one of our generation's most beloved horror games has a lot of people talking. We're here to round it all up and give you the low-down on when we can expect Silent Hill 2. As part of the 'horror renaissance' of the moment, the story of James and Mary is coming back to PC any time now, and we've peered through the fog to find all the latest details. Deemed by many gaming fans as one of the best horror games of all time, the Silent Hill 2 remake is being developed by Layers of Fear creator Bloober Team, and published by the legendary original developer Konami. Continue reading Silent Hill 2 release date speculation, gameplay, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Silent Hill 2 system requirements, The best horror games, Silent Hill 2 release date |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:44 AM  28/03/2024 Checked all existing AFK Journey codes and searched for new ones. What are the new and working AFK Journcy codes? Making good use of limited-time freebies is the best way to stay ahead of the curve without upsetting your wallet. Stay competitive with the best team compositions, clear the story without issue, and keep reaping the rewards of the PVP leaderboards by keeping up with these generous giveaways. If you're new to AFK Journey, you'll want to check out our in-depth AFK Journey tier list and AFK Journey reroll guide. Codes are great for progression, but starting with the best character early is always the more time-efficient method of gunning through a gacha game. Continue reading AFK Journey codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: AFK Journey tier list, AFK Journey codes, AFK Journey reroll |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:02 AM  What are the current and upcoming Genshin Impact events? A new version of Genshin Impact arrives every six weeks, complete with new characters, quests, and events. It's difficult to keep track of which events are currently running and if there are any new ones coming soon, so here's a schedule for all current and upcoming Genshin Impact events. There are usually a number of Genshin Impact events running simultaneously, and they aren't just in-game events. HoYoverse often launches a web event every update, which gives players a chance to learn about the latest Genshin Impact characters through an interactive story told through a web browser. Similar to some of the best RPG games, the rewards for completing events in Genshin Impact range from in-game items like primogems and mora, to real life prizes like mouse mats and plushies. Continue reading Genshin Impact events – all current and upcoming events MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:37 AM  Is Diablo 4 on Game Pass? Given Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it's only natural to want to know which, if any, of the ActiBlizz IPs are going to make it to Game Pass. We don't blame you for wanting to know if the RPG game is on Microsoft's subscription service - after all, it's a fair chunk of cash you could be saving if you're still waiting to meet Lilith in Sanctuary. We know that games come and go to Game Pass all the time, so we've got the latest information on D4 on Game Pass, and you can prepare yourself by checking out what the devs say are the best Diablo 4 builds, as well as our definitive guide to the Diablo 4 classes, as well as our Diablo 4 review if you're still on the fence about playing. Continue reading Is Diablo 4 on Game Pass? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:18 AM  Are the Helldivers 2 servers down? If you're here searching for an answer, it could very well be obvious. Like any popular live service title, Helldivers 2 is prone to the odd blip from time to time. If you're struggling to log into the co-op horde shooter to smash big bugs and dangerous droids, you might want to know the Helldivers 2 server status, what the error codes mean, and how to fix them. New to Helldivers 2? We've been there. We're learning as we go, and there's always more to discover. To make your first group sessions run smoothly, check out how Helldivers 2 crossplay works. And if you're yet to jump in, you'll want to know whether or not you can get Helldivers 2 on Game Pass. For performance-related issues, read up on how the Helldivers 2 AMD and Nvidia FPS gap might affect you. Continue reading Is Helldivers 2 down? Current server status and error codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Helldivers 2 weapons, Helldivers 2 servers, Helldivers 2 system requirements |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:10 AM  March 28, 2024 We've confirmed that the best Roblox music codes were valid. What are the latest Roblox music codes? Thousands of popular songs are available to listen to in Roblox simply by entering music ID codes into your boombox or the radio. You can even play your favorite TikTok songs in games with your friends using song IDs. So, how do you play music in Roblox? The method varies depending on which game you want to blast your tunes in. Some games allow free access to the boombox — equip and press it to bring up a text box to enter a song ID code. Catalog Heaven is a great place to test the Roblox music codes you find, as it allows you to equip any boombox in the shop and try it out. Continue reading Roblox music codes March 2024 – the best song IDs MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:45 AM  Genshin Impact banners rotate every few weeks on a precise schedule, and we always know what to expect thanks to regular updates from HoYoverse. The developer of the anime game always keeps its fans in the loop with regular livestreams and social media updates, so you can plan in advance where you want to spend your hard-earned primogems. With a two to three-week turnaround for banners, the roster of Genshin Impact characters is always changing, and the free PC game regularly introduces two new characters to wish for. Every limited-time character banner - or event wish - contains a five-star character and three four-star characters with increased drop rates. There's also a Genshin Impact weapon banner, which runs alongside each character banner and changes weapons every update. Continue reading What is the current and next Genshin Impact banner? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:18 AM  March 27, 2024: We added new Honkai Star Rail 2.1 codes to our list and removed expired codes. What are the new Honkai Star Rail codes? If you're just starting your adventure through developer HoYoverse's anime epic, you might be wondering if there are any freebies to give you a headstart. Thankfully, HoYoverse has delivered, and we've got the complete list of active Honkai Star Rail codes for you to redeem. Honkai Star Rail codes are released periodically and typically appear in promotional livestreams ahead of major updates. These codes can net you some high-value currency, including Honkai Star Rail Stellar Jade, which you can use to pull the best characters from Honkai Star Rail banners. To save you time, we've collated all the latest HSR codes and how to redeem them in Honkai Star Rail, so be sure to check back regularly before they expire. Continue reading Honkai Star Rail codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Honkai Star Rail review, Honkai Star Rail codes, Honkai Star Rail tier list |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:10 AM  What are the new Genshin Impact codes? Gathering Primogems and Mora in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind. Fortunately, developer Hoyoverse occasionally sends out free gifts in the form of Genshin redeem codes. Most codes only work for a limited time, so it's a great idea to redeem them as soon as possible to avoid missing out. Genshin Impact codes are released periodically, frequently appearing in Hoyoverse's special programs, revealing information about future updates to the free PC game. They can also drop to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact events. You can find all the active Genshin codes for March 2024 below, and we'll also detail what they get you, explain how to redeem them, and fill you in on where to look for more. Continue reading Genshin Impact codes for March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:06 AM  March 28, 2024: There's not much going on with Car Dealership Tycoon codes this week. What are the new Car Dealership Tycoon codes? Alongside the obbies, murder mysteries, and shooters, Roblox is filled to the brim with any life simulator you could imagine, allowing you to live out your wildest dreams. If you've always wanted to run your own car dealership, test drive the fastest sports cars, and rake in that cash, then Foxzie's Car Dealership Tycoon lets you do just that. As with any new business, you need money to get off the ground. Sure, Car Dealership Tycoon hands out easy money, as you can earn it by simply driving around the Roblox experience, but you'll be driving for a while before you can add that new floor to the showroom. If you're a little light on customers, why not take a break from running your business with Anime Champions Simulator codes, Southwest Florida codes, and Blox Fruits codes instead? Continue reading Car Dealership Tycoon codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:02 AM  March 28 2024: There's a new Blade Ball code in for the Zero Gravity update. What are the new Blade Ball codes? Those who want to stand out while playing this dodgeball game can splash out on new weapons, skills, and even explosive effects. To get them, though, you need coins, and there are ways to instantly get a small amount of coins to roll the dice while getting a chance to open crates and maybe pull a rare sword skin. There are other similar games on the Roblox platform, so be sure to get all the latest Arm Wrestle Simulator codes to get yourself ripped or learn the secret of Berry Avenue codes if you'd rather live a calmer virtual life. Here are all the latest Blade Ball codes, how to enter them, and where to find more. Continue reading Blade Ball codes March 2024 – free skins and spins MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:01 AM  March 28, 2024: This new Berry Avenue code gets you a Galactic Space hoodie. What are the new Berry Avenue codes? Rather than being a conventional Roblox game that uses tower defense, RPG, or shooting game-style mechanics, Berry Avenue is a playground where you can buy a house, work a job, or drive around without a care in the world looking fabulous. However, you may have noticed that everyone else looks much more stylish than most Roblox experiences. Is this because of the time they spent playing the roleplay sandbox game or perhaps linked to how much they paid in real-world money? While you're here, you should know that we also keep lists of Blox Fruits codes, King Legacy codes, and Anime Adventures codes to get you some free items and rolls for those games. Continue reading Berry Avenue codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:03 AM  March 28, 2024: There's still no sign of new Blox Fruits codes following the Christmas update. What are the new Blox Fruits codes? We've compiled a regularly updated list of all Blox Fruits codes to redeem in-game freebies like XP boosts, free Beli, and stat resets for your pirate adventures. Need a boost to take on the increasingly tricky competition? We've got you covered. Blox Fruits is one of the biggest Roblox games ever, thanks to its fun, anime-inspired pirate action. That said, it can be challenging to find new Blox Fruits codes, much like Anime Adventures codes, Blade Ball codes, and Anime Champions Simulator codes, but we've done the hard work and listed all the active Blox Fruits codes prior to Update 21 in one place below. Continue reading Blox Fruits codes March 2024 – free XP and money MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:05 AM  March 28, 2024: This week's new Brookhaven code is for a Dubstep Remix. What are the new Brookhaven codes? Brookhaven is one of the most popular sandbox games on the Roblox platform, allowing you to meet up with friends and explore the town's bustling streets and sleepy suburbs. Our Brookhaven codes can put a little pep in your step as you act out different scenarios with some free music for your portable speakers. Brookhaven offers a ton of freedom, so there are no pesky limitations to sidestep – you can snap up new houses and tear up the tarmac with various cars and bikes. Our Brookhaven codes grant you access to a whole playlist of popular tunes to serve as your soundtrack while you're at it. We've also got Doors codes, King Legacy codes, and Anime Adventures codes if you're searching for all the best goodies available across the Roblox platform. Continue reading Brookhaven codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 4:58 AM  March 28, 2024: There's a new Arm Wrestle Simulator code in for the second leg of the Easter update. What are the new Arm Wrestle Simulator codes? This popular Roblox experience channels the simulator games of the past few years, rewarding your strenuous clicks with rapidly multiplying strength. Arm Wrestle codes can speed up the process exponentially, earning you the gains you need to bend everyone's elbows and slam even the beefiest of opponent's forearms onto the table. As we've already alluded to, Arm Wrestle Simulator takes the ideas of many other popular Roblox games to create one centered around a less violent form of settling your differences, without resorting to a boring game of rock, paper, scissors. For further freebies in other action-packed Roblox releases, be sure to grab the latest Blox Fruits codes, King Legacy codes, and Fruit Battlegrounds codes before they're gone. Continue reading Arm Wrestle Simulator codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, March 28, 2024 5:00 AM  March 28, 2024: We're back looking for new Arsenal codes. How do you get Arsenal codes? The Roblox-based shooter has proven itself to be quite the popular experience, with teams taking shots at each other with machine guns, bazookas, and even flinging magic spells from books. Take your gaming experience to the next level by redeeming Arsenal codes to gain exclusive skins and announcer voices. There are other Roblox shooting games out there, all with their own unlocks, so make sure you check out the best Da Hood codes for more. If you want to try something completely different like racing motorbikes, there are also Motorcycle Mayhem codes to redeem. Continue reading Arsenal codes March 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 8:47 AM  Chymicalia is an adventure game and/or visual novel "about causing chaos in a small Yorkshire town with unlicensed alchemy". Hey, I'm from a small Yorkshire town originally! I recognise that chip shop with the palsied neon sign! And hey, that looks like the underpass they told us kids to stay away from! And the textile mill they eventually turned into an old folks home! And the teleporting sentient potion shop where we used to hang out and play pogs! Wait, scratch the last one. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:53 AM  Today I learned that 'Wanko' is Japanese for dog, rather than just being Aussie slang in the vein of 'smoko' or my favourite, 'bottle-o', which is what they call an off-license. I learnt this because of Doronko Wanko, a lovely free game about a dirty pomeranian where you try to score as high as possible by doing actual, financial damage to your owner's home. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:41 AM  Activision have revealed what's coming to Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone 2 in its upcoming Season 3 update. For Modern Warfare 3, there's a slew of new and remastered 6 vs 6 maps, new modes, and Zombies story additions. As for Warzone, highlights include the return of fan-favourite Rebirth Island, biometric scanners, new perks, and four new weapons. Let me break the details down for you, like how I used to break my friends' spirits by sprinting at enemies without communicating my intentions, going down, then spectating as they attempted to pick up the pieces. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:32 AM  Stardew Valley, one of our favourite RPGs despite coming out almost a decade ago, still has an attentive steward in the form of developer Eric Barone. After the recent 1.6 mega-update to the game, which added a whole bunch of stuff, Barone (better known in his developer form as ConcernedApe) Xeeted out a list of fixes in the now-available 1.6.3 update. This makes tweaks to things arising from 1.6 (many of them addressing moss, a new foraging item) and fixes bugs, one of which was causing 'excess trash' to be fished. Importantly, 1.6 added more pet animals to the game, and the mini-update has built in a case where if you don't have a pet by year two, for any reason, then you can adopt them from Marnie's. This is lovely. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:29 AM  Embracer have announced that they're selling Borderlands developers Gearbox Entertainment to Take-Two Interactive, owners of 2K Games and GTA 6 developers Rockstar, for $460 million in Take-Two shares. Three Gearbox Software studios - the flagship studio in Texas, together with Gearbox Montréal and Gearbox Quebec - will change hands as part of the deal. Take-Two will also acquire the Borderlands and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands franchises, together with Homeworld, Risk of Rain, Brothers in Arms and Duke Nukem. Embracer will keep and rename Gearbox Publishing San Francisco, previously known as Perfect World Entertainment. They're also hanging onto Cryptic Studios, who went through a round of layoffs in November, together with their MMOs Neverwinter Online and Star Trek Online. They're also clinging onto Borderlands 3 support studio Lost Boys Interactive, who went through a round of layoffs in January, plus 3D scanning and reconstruction outfit Captured Dimensions. Last but not least, they'll keep the publishing rights to the Remnant series, Hyper Light Breaker and "other notable unannounced game releases". |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 7:04 AM  Sonic Dream Team developer Hardlight and Total War studio Creative Assembly have been hit with a round of layoffs by publisher SEGA Europe, affecting around 240 roles across Creative Assembly, SEGA Europe, and Hardlight, via IGN. Staff were notified by an email sent around this morning from SEGA Europe's managing director Jurgen Post, alongside the news that Relic Entertainment, makers of Company of Heroes and Dawn of War, would be sold. As IGN point out, SEGA Europe studios Sports Interactive and Two Point Studios, makers of Football Manager and Two Point Hospital respectively, were not mentioned in the email. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, March 28, 2024 6:49 AM  The time is nigh for this month's RPS Game Club liveblog, where we'll of course be discussing Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. We've already had some good pre-chat, and now at 4pm GMT today (March 28th), we'll reconvene right here for a proper 41st Millennium natter. |
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Good Smile Company has opened pre-orders for its upcoming Nendoroid of the Persona 5 Royal Hero in his Shujin Academy uniform globally. People residing in the U.S. and Canada can head to Good Smile Online Shop U.S. to place an order at $38.99. Those living elsewhere worldwide can instead access the international website, where the chibi action figure is priced at ￥6,200.
The company had previously revealed another Nendoroid of the same character in his "Joker" Phantom Thief attire. But while that figure is slated for release within 2024 worldwide, this version depicting the character in his real-world school uniform will be available in Japan in September 2024 and North America in Q1 2025.
This Nendoroid set will come with removable glasses and an attachable miniature smartphone. The real-world version of Morgana will also be available in this package.
Here are some of the sample images for the upcoming Nendoroid:
This Nendoroid was one of the Persona 5 Royal-related figures Good Smile Company teased at WonHobby 38 in February 2024. In the same event, the company also announced plans to produce Pop Up Parade static figures of Ann "Panther" Takamaki and Haru "Noir" Okumura in their Phantom Thief attires, as well as Joker's default Persona Arsene.
Good Smile Company will close pre-orders for the Persona 5 Royal Hero Nendoroid in school uniform on May 8, 2024. It will start shipping the chibi action figures from Japan in September 2024 and North America in Q1 2025.
The post Persona 5 Royal Hero Student Nendoroid Pre-orders Open appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:01 AM
In December 2023, Square Enix announced Visions of Mana, which is the next mainline installment to a series that had otherwise laid dormant for decades. The trailer featured vibrant locations, gorgeous character designs, and a shot evoking the image of one of the most iconic advertisements for the series. While the trailer itself was vague, it provided a glimpse into the continuing legacy of the series.
Visions of Mana seems like a gorgeous game, based on my initial experience. It's bright, colorful, and fun. Visually, it reminds me of the best of the Tales of series. Characters are distinctly textured to give it a painterly style, which lends itself well to the general art direction of the game. And in an era of hyperrealism, it feels like a breath of fresh air. I loved roaming the snow-laden landscape of Mount Gala or wandering the vibrant green hills of the Fallow Steppe. Enemy designs are just as gorgeous as well, with their exaggerated features leaning more towards a cartoonish kind of cuteness you would see in early era RPGs for something like the SNES. It all feels very inspired.
While the combat in Visions of Mana does have some variation, regarding what I played, the system itself seems very simple. Attacks are designated by what "Spirit" a character equips, which changes the element associated with these attacks as well. This also changes the weapon the character is using, and that unlocks new weapon-specific combos. It creates a sense of variety between the cast and allows you to switch up gameplay if you become too bored. Which, admittedly, was easy to do during my gameplay session. Because the game is so approachable as an action-RPG, I found myself using the same combos, switching between characters infrequently, and just building up their ultimate abilities to spam them.
These abilities are absolutely stunning and gorgeously animated. Almost staggeringly so. Protagonist Val's ability had him leaping through the air, his sword encased in fire, as he slashed through the enemy. Another character, a literal cat boy, dashed through the air, striking foes at lightning speed. But outside of this, the gameplay itself is very basic.
The full game may have a greater sense of depth, but the encounters I experienced in Mount Gala and the Fallow Steppe were fairly easy. It feels like Visions of Mana is meant to be an introductory action-RPG, along with the series, which is fine. Most of my time was spent wandering around, opening chests and killing monsters for side quests.
Traversal is simple. You either go on foot or summon a cute dog-like creature to ride around on to get you through some of the larger maps with ease. But the activities I experienced were mostly concerned with time attack like challenges, fighting mini-bosses for rewards, and using the aforementioned "Spirits" you acquire to solve puzzles. All of this was very easy.
But what little I gleaned of the narrative was interesting. Players assume the role of Val, a young man escorting his childhood friend that has been more or less chosen to undertake a pilgrimage to the sacred Tree of Mana. It reminded me a lot of Final Fantasy X, with suggestions of self-sacrifice, and even more of Tales of Symphonia. Which isn't a bad thing and left me interested in how it will eventually play out. I'm curious to see what changes Val will undergo as he and his companions make their way to the Tree of Mana.
Overall, I am interested in what Visions of Mana will be. It's been a very long time since the Mana series has had a new entry, and while this one may be an introduction to the series, I believe it'll be a game worth playing. With it's strong art direction and colorful cast of characters, it's an easy game to get lost in. And hopefully the full game will have a narrative to match the quality of its visuals.
Visions of Mana, which was originally announced in December 2023, will come out for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC via Steam in Summer 2024.
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