GamersHeroes Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:47 PM A story-driven cozy puzzle game full of adventure and surprises, the world of Tell Me Your Story is now available for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The post Tell Me Your Story Now Available on Nintendo Switch and Steam appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:00 PM  Fallout 76 is getting plenty of attention in the wake of the hugely popular Amazon show, and we're happy to see it. Also, we reflect on Final Fantasy 16's DLC now that Clive's journey is truly at an end, and recommend a fresh new Zelda-like that's also a twin-stick shooter. Enjoy! |
Kotaku Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:30 AM  This week's gaming news saw Helldivers 2 continue its efforts at world domination, Fallout 4's big next-gen patch cause problems as well as fix them, and much more. |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 3:00 PM  When you're on the last habitable planet and robot killers want to wipe you off the face of the world, there's only one thing you can do. No, you don't give up. Instead, you tool up and ensure those mechanical monsters regret ever setting foot on your planetoid. That's what upcoming RTS Block Strategy has you doing and its mix of Warcraft III hero combat, Thronefall base defense, and Minecraft destructibility all promise to combine into one delectable strategy meal. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, Best new PC games, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:34 PM  In a year of big open-world survival games including the likes of Palworld, Enshrouded, Minicology, and The Planet Crafter, the fantasy world of Nightingale has met with a mixed reception on Steam despite its gorgeous designs and interesting premise. We're still in the first months of early access, however, and as it looks to respond to the most common player complaints and continue improving the game, developer Inflexion Games hosts a live Q&A session on its Discord channel. Continue reading Nightingale dev is speaking with Epic to push past build limits MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games on PC, Best crafting games on PC, Best fantasy games on PC |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:31 PM  Brace yourselves, because a new Stardew Valley mod is bringing our favorite Baldur's Gate 3 companions to the pixelated plane of existence. If you've been wondering what farmer Karlach, shopkeeper Gale, fisherman Wyll, or homeowner Lae'zel might look like then you need wonder no longer, as our lovable dysfunctional family of misfits is being modded into Stardew, but we've just got to wait a bit. Continue reading Stardew Valley mod plans to bring the Baldur's Gate 3 cast to town MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Stardew Valley multiplayer, Stardew Valley realism, The best Stardew Valley mods |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 11:47 AM  When you think of videogame magic, you probably think of the more destructive tools first. Skyrim, Dragon Age, Baldur's Gate 3 - blasting enemies with fireballs and lighting to solve your problems. But I've always had a penchant for the more nuanced spells, like The Witcher's mind-swaying Axii sign and the DnD Command spell seen in BG3. So I'm very much intrigued by new indie adventure game Island of Winds, which is currently on show at WASD Live 2024 and is all about using your powers in service of a more peaceful life. Continue reading Become a nature soothing spellcaster in beautiful new adventure game MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, Best new PC games, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:57 PM  If like me you adore fast-paced pixel art platformers with stellar soundtracks, and almost any roguelike or roguelite you can get your hands on, Elsie is a game you should be keeping an eye on. With a smattering of Enter The Gungeon's bullet hell and procedural generation, the platforming of Mega Man, and the impeccable vibes of Sonic Mania, Elsie gives you plenty of reasons to keep playing and replaying. Continue reading New Steam platformer turns Mega Man into a roguelike, and it rules MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, Best new PC games, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 10:02 AM  XCOM style strategy game Phoenix Point is having its Long War moment. The turn-based tactics game from developer Snapshot Games, founded by original X-COM creator Julian Gollop, is getting a comprehensive fan-built overhaul with the 1.0 launch of Phoenix Point: Terror from the Void. A complete reworking of the core game's campaign with new characters and events, redesigned classes, and much more, Terror from the Void is hailed as "an amazing reimagining" by the game's developer, and it's out now. Continue reading Strategy game from XCOM creator gets long-awaited campaign overhaul MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Phoenix Point review, Phoenix Point tips and tricks, Phoenix Point campaign guide |
PCGamesN Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:52 PM  Battlestate Games will now offer all Escape From Tarkov Edge of Darkness Edition owners the new PvE game mode with persistent progression for free at launch with no six-month window. The offline co-op mode was originally advertised as exclusive to the newly revealed EFT Unheard Edition, before player backlash saw Battlestate offer this new mode to EoD owners for a limited time, with all owners now getting indefinite free playtime at launch after a premium early access period. Continue reading Escape From Tarkov dev reverses course on limited-time PvE access MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Escape from Tarkov system requirements, Escape From Tarkov Steam, Best battle royale games |
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Siliconera Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:30 PM
Square Enix will open up a large pop-up store from May 2 to May 26, 2024. You'll be able to find it in the Daimaru Umeda store in Osaka. [Thanks, PR Times!]
As a pop-up store for Square Enix as a whole, you'll be able to find goods on a variety of series, such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Kingdom Hearts. Merchandise from games like NieR Automata, Live A Live, and Paranormasight will be available as well. If you go to the store and purchase over 5000 JPY ($31.60) worth of products in one transaction, you'll be eligible for a novelty item. So far, the only novelty item we know of is a little plate featuring a Final Fantasy Chocobo and a Dragon Quest Slime.
The full list of items is available on the special website for the store. Aside from games merchandise, the store will also offer goods of comic series like Fullmetal Alchemist and Black Butler. This is because these series are from comic magazines Square Enix publishes. As for the goods, there are the usual suspects of postcards, plushes, keyholders, and shirts. However, you'll also be able to buy items like the Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories playing cards, a Dragon Quest Slime teapot, a Final Fantasy VII Buster Sword alarm clock, and a FFXIV Loporrit loungewear set.
The Square Enix pop-up store will be available in Osaka from May 2 to May 26, 2024. Certain items will appear in the online store at a later date.
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Siliconera Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:00 PM
The first Hades was an absolute delight. I enjoyed the game so much that it became my very first 10/10 review. While the game was an exhilarating blend of fast-paced action combat and the exciting randomness that roguelikes have to offer, what really pulled me in was the story. Hades was the first roguelike where I was drawn in, ready to throw myself at waves of enemies to learn more about the narrative and engage with the characters. And given my time with the Hades II Technical Test, I can say that the characters in this highly anticipated sequel have already captured my interest.
Hades II is a sequel to the first game, where Melinoe, the sister of Zagreus and daughter of Hades and Persephone, is fighting to liberate her father and mother from the grips of the Titan of Time, Chronos. It's Supergiant Games' spin on Greek mythology, told through interpersonal relationships between Greek and Chthonic Gods. Melinoe herself is already an interesting character; the stakes of the war between the Olympians and the Titans are already high for her. The fate of her mother, father, and brother hangs in the balance. And Hades II drip feeds you her backstory through vignettes or through her interaction with notable mythological figures like Odysseus.
Hecate is also an integral figure, serving as a surrogate mother figure and mentor to the young Melinoe. It is implied that Melinoe was rescued by Hecate, and in a flashback, we learn more about the kindness she showed the young Goddess. There is a particularly touching scene where they are playing tag, which is later followed up by a conversation that adds a layer of depth to their relationship and Hecate's possible reason for rescuing her. Outside of a suggested closeness between Hecate and Persephone, Hecate has raised Melinoe with the intention to wage war against Chronos --- a weapon to use against those who imprisoned her family. Melinoe questions this briefly, but not before I exhausted the Hades II technical test of dialogue.
But it isn't just Melinoe and Hecate I'm interested in; it's Melinoe's relationship and rivalry with Nemesis. While Lord Moro, the manifestation of doom himself, is more up my alley in terms of looks, Nemesis and Hecate have something going on. They're rivals, trained under Hecate with the intention of war. However, Nemesis becomes increasingly hostile to Melinoe as she makes her way to the Underworld. There's a clear hostility there that has a history, further compounded if you give her Nectar. Melinoe asks Nemesis if they can pick up where they left off, to which Nemesis begrudgingly considers.
Hades II is a really excellent game, even in it's early stages. But the characters and story have already gripped me. There's a solid foundation there, which is no surprise. Hades was an excellent game, and I expect Hades II might even surpass that. Regardless, I'm so excited for Early Access and that full release further down the line, just to get to know these characters more.
Hades II will be released in Early Access sometime in the near future. A full release has yet to be announced.
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Siliconera Saturday, April 27, 2024 10:30 AM
Aniplex has released a third trailer for the English version of Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon. The trailer is almost three minutes long.
The trailer shows key scenes from the story, complete with illustrations and text boxes. It starts out focusing on Ciel and her status as an Executor. Then, it goes on to introduce other main characters such as Arcueid, Noel, and Kohaku.
You can watch the trailer here:
As a reminder, the English localized version of Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon will be in three different versions. There will be a physical limited release that'll cost $79.99. You can also get it as a digital copy for $49.99. However, for PS4 players only, there will be a digital deluxe version that'll cost $59.99. Judging by the original Japanese release, the physical limited edition will have a special illustrated box. As for the digital deluxe version, it'll come with a scenario information booklet.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon is the remake of Tsukihime, one of Type-Moon's earlier works. This remake includes an expanded and rewritten version of the Arcueid and Ciel routes, as well as new visuals and voice acting. There is not much concrete information on The Other Side of Red Garden, which will be a remake of the other paths from the original game.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon is readily available in Japanese for the PS4 and Nintendo Switch. The English version will come out on June 27, 2024.
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Siliconera Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:00 AM
The Exit 8 is one of those games that has you searching for surprises. You know something is coming. Yet even so, it still manages to get you. However, after playing Exit 8 on the Switch, I can't help but find it cozy even though I'm going through a potentially dangerous situation.
For those unfamiliar, The Exit 8 can be a relatively short walking simulator. It all depends on your own reaction times and observational skills. You're essentially walking through an underground subway station, searching for Exit 8. However, this isn't an ordinary space. If you don't follow the four rules, you either end up back at Exit 0 or worse. What are the rules? Look for anomalies, turn back if things don't seem right, keep going forward if things look the same, and finally leave when you reach the eighth exit.
So your first few walks through the passage in The Exit 8 will be relatively basic. There will be six advertisements on the wall. Signs will warn about smoking and alert you to the security camera. There will be three doors on the right, as well as two grates. A man in a white shirt and black pants with a briefcase in his right hand and smartphone in his left will walk toward you. There will be tube lights above you, as well as cameras and a sign pointing you toward Exit 8. All you can do is walk or sprint down the corridor.
The thing is that it all feels normal the first few times. It's well-constructed and looks like a typical path underground from one station or train to another. The Exit 8 looks great on the Switch, with everything being crisp and legible. This also means that if you are following the rules and paying attention, it can make it very easy to see the smaller anomalies and turn around when needed.
I feel like the it means the Switch version of The Exit 8 is allowed to make you feel more secure and immersed, perhaps enhancing the experience. During one run, I got too comfortable walking down the hallway because of the perspective and missed that one camera had a light on it showing it was recording when it shouldn't. Likewise, it makes moments when things are wrong feel extra wrong. When I encountered a situation, I underestimated what was happening because I was comfortable, used to turning around, and didn't take the correct actions to continue that run.
I feel it helps with replayability too. The Exit 8 is an affordable eShop game at only $3.99. It can be a quick one. However, there are a lot of different situations and anomalies that can come up. So even when I did finish it, I felt like I would want to come back and test myself with it again.
However, someone going in should know that this is a short game. Eventually, you will see all the anomalies. It will become easy to tell which one you're dealing with right away. If you're really good at it and luck provides you with the right situations, you'll be done in maybe 15-30 minutes.
I suppose it all comes down to The Exit 8 being a surprisingly comfortable game, especially on the Switch, even though it will get you if you let your guard down. I really like how it works and what it accomplishes with so little. It's an entertaining diversion with great atmosphere that will be fun for a few runs. But I also expect that once you've played it enough times, you'll have done it all and have no reason to return. If you're a weirdo like me though, you might still come back a few times because you find it oddly relaxing to take a walk and pick out the "mistakes."
The Exit 8 is available on the Nintendo Switch and PC.
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:02 PM  The wasteland of Fallout 76 can be seen as a dangerous place full of things that want to kill you. However, this might be half true. Yes, there are things like the Lesser Devils that deadset on hurting, but on the other hand, the game has creatures who are more docile. This is where the Mega Sloth comes in. These creatures are a little more chill like their real-life counterpart to the point where they can be tamed. So let's find the Mega Sloths in Fallout 76. Fallout 76: Where to find Mega Sloths These creatures seem to not appear in random spots, at least that's what I discovered. To find where Mega Sloths are in Fallout 76, we have to look in certain spots. It's also worth stating that these creatures won't attack unless you provoke them. The good thing is that, much like Pre-War food, you won't need to spend a lot of time searching for the sloths because there are only two. The Mire: Start by heading to The Mire and going to the center of th... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:57 PM  Fallout 4 is many things, and a stable experience is not one of them. This is especially true if you've got a couple hundred mods installed in the game. So let's go through some of the best performance mods for Fallout 4. Before we get into it, here's a quick little disclaimer. Do not install all of these mods at once. Some of them either won't play nice with the other or will overlap and end up doing something similar. Instead, just choose a few at a time and see if they improve your experience and experiment from there. 10. Fallout Performance Monitor Image: Nexus Mods The first mod on this list isn't specifically to improve performance but to instead monitor it. If your performance in Fallout 4 is particularly bad and doesn't quite make sense than this nifty tool will help you make sense of it. The Fallout Performance Monitor by mnelson999 lets you track memory, VRAM, Disk I/O, CPU, CPU Temperature, GPU, GPU Temperature, Threads, and ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:50 AM  Building a powerful Eve build in Stellar Blade can take some work. There is a lot that goes into it such as Exospines, gear, beta and burst skills, etc. With this guide, you'll learn how to create one of the best Eve builds in Stellar Blade. How to make the best Eve build in Stellar Blade This guide breaks down the best Exospines, gear, and skills to choose to create the absolute best build in Stellar Blade. Use the table of contents below to jump around the page if you wish. Best Exospines Best Gear Best Skills Best Exospines in Stellar Blade Screenshot: PC Invasion Exospines are equipped to Eve to gain passive buffs such as increased attack power, quicker Beta buildup, and more. While you originally only start with one slot available, you soon unlock a second one to make Eve even more powerful. Here are the two best Exospines to equip to Eve and their upgrade paths: Beta Trance-Type Exospine Level 1: Increases Beta Energy recharged by 12%. ... |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, April 27, 2024 3:50 PM The game will launch on May 23 The post Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Gets New 'Overview' Trailer appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, April 27, 2024 3:15 PM From the Double Dragon series. The post River City Girls 2 DLC Characters Billy and Jimmy Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:44 PM The new update includes Performance mode and Quality mode settings. The post Fallout 4 Xbox Series X/S Quality Mode Reportedly Not Working appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
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