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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:15 PM
     This live-action Minecraft video is packed with delightful Easter eggs

It's hard to believe, but we're coming up on the 15th anniversary of Minecraft. When it first launched on May 17, 2009, it was called "Cave Game," but it was the undeniable basis for what became and still remains a global phenomenon. Developer Mojang has produced a lovely music video to celebrate this occasion, and it's packed with nods to Minecraft's weird quirks that we've all come to know and love over the years.

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Twinfinite Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:46 PM
    
Can you rig RNG into your favor with these?

Twinfinite Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:34 PM
    
Freebies? Don't mind if I do.

Siliconera Thursday, May 2, 2024 12:00 AM
    

tsukihime artbook

Aniplex made an announcement on the Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon social media account about the PS4 art book for the remake. The contents of the game will remain unaltered.

According to the announcement, due to different platform publishing policies, the art book in the Physical Limited Edition of the PS4 Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon will have alterations to two of its pages. Meanwhile, the one that will come with the Nintendo Switch physical Limited Edition will not have any modifications in it. It's unknown what the modifications will be. Some fans have been posting pictures online from the art book, such as the concept image for Roa in Elesia's Body, and speculating that they're the ones that will be changed.

Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon is the 2021 enhanced remake of the original game. Though it only features Arcueid and Ciel's routes, the game has added on a lot of new content and characters, expanding the world of Tsukihime. There will be a sequel, The Other Side of Red Garden, which will include the routes other than Arcueid and Ciel's.

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.

The post Sony Will Modify PS4 Tsukihime Remake Art Book appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:00 PM
    

Nintendo released a new line of accessories and other The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom merchandise in Japan. Products vary from pins and keychains to hair ties and a drawstring pouch. 

You can view the original announcement posts here:

https://twitter.com/n_officialstore/status/1785484125962748147?s=61

https://twitter.com/n_officialstore/status/1785484109491626481?s=61

These items are immediately available at Nintendo's physical stores in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. People residing in the country can also order the goods online via Nintendo's online store.

The following is a list of the new items added to the collection, along with their prices in Japanese yen:

  • Bomb Flower Purse: ¥ 2,530
  • ID Cardholder: ¥ 1,980
  • Secret Stone Pin(s): ¥ 1,375 individually or ¥11,000 for the complete 8-in-1 set
  • Signpost Keychain: ¥ 1,320
  • Skull Chest Keychain: ¥ 1,650
  • Purah's Hairband: ¥ 1,485
  • Zelda's Earrings: ¥ 2,035

Nintendo is also working alongside outside companies to release more merchandise for Tears of the Kingdom. Uniqlo recently released new t-shirts based on the game worldwide in April 2024. Similarly, other companies such as Good Smile Company are selling figma action figures based on Link, and Ganondorf and Zelda as well.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is available worldwide on the Nintendo Switch. A variety of merchandise inspired by The Legend of Zelda is purchasable in Nintendo's physical and online stores in Japan.

The post New Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Merchandise Includes Pins appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:00 PM
    

A certain scientific railgun blue archive

The A Certain Scientific Railgun event is now live in the global version of Blue Archive. Playing through the event will give players the chance to obtain playable versions of Mikoto Misaka, Ruiko Saten, and Misaki Shokuhou.

There are two commercials for the event, showing how the characters look like in-game:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CX2aPbH0o0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2uvde6OOhc

Both the short and long commercials show off the characters in-game, as well as what they can do. As a reminder, Mikoto and Misaki are in the gacha whereas Ruiko is free. You can get Ruiko if you play through the event's storyline.

This event first appeared in the Asian servers from late October to November 2023. Mikoto is an attacker character who can apply shock damage over time. Misaki is a supporter who can increase her own defense and evasion every time she inflicts Confusion on an enemy. Finally, Ruiko is an attacker who can support allies by raising their ATK.

A Certain Scientific Railgun is a spin-off of A Certain Magical Index, focusing more on the "Science" side characters. As the title suggests, Mikoto, the titular Railgun, is the main protagonist instead of Touma. Like Blue Archive, the world of A Certain Scientific Railgun takes place in an academic city-state and focuses on superpowered high schoolers. Seven Seas Entertainment is publishing the manga and you can watch the anime on services like Crunchyroll.

Blue Archive is readily available on mobile devices. The A Certain Scientific Railgun event in Blue Archive will end on May 14, 2024.

The post A Certain Scientific Railgun Event Is Live in Blue Archive appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 8:00 PM
    

star rail kfc

KFC in China will have yet another collaboration with Honkai: Star Rail. The crossover event will start on May 2 and end on May 4, 2024.

The last time KFC had an Honkai: Star Rail event was back in 2023. This time, the event will be at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. You'll be able to find it in Building 6.1. There will be a KFC stand designed to look like it was from the Luofu, with an illuminated maple tree to its side. Dan Heng and March, wearing the collaboration outfits, are next to it.

During the event, you'll be able to get various prizes or participate in some activities. If you order the collaboration meals, you'll be able to get a KFC collaboration Pom-Pom fan. If you make a Weibo post using the #HelpMeColonelSanders or #StarRailCarnival and then perform the Crazy Thursday commercial song, you'll be able to get an acrylic stand featuring Dan Heng and March. If you don't want to sing, you can also get the stand if you can catch the KFC promoter, pick a card, and then strike a pose like the character's Skill and yell, "Help me, Colonel Sanders!" Finally, a mysterious guest may show up.

Honkai: Star Rail is now available on the PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. Version 2.2 will go live in Honkai: Star Rail on May 8, 2024.

The post Honkai: Star Rail KFC 2024 Event Detailed appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 8:00 PM
    

umamusume revenue

Cygames reported that Umamusume Pretty Derby has made over 2.4 billion JPY in revenue. That would be about $1.536 million. [Thanks, 4Gamer!]

This information comes from Sensor Tower, which has more charts explaining and breaking down Umamusume Pretty Derby's revenue. Over 72% of the money that Cygames made from mobage between February 2021 and March 2024 came from Umamusume. It beat out other games like Granblue Fantasy and Princess Connect by a large margin.

It was also in the top 10 for revenue in February 2024 in the Japanese app store. This was because the third-anniversary event was taking place in-game. 90% of the revenue comes from within Japan, which makes sense because Umamusume is not readily available outside of it.

As for the demographic, 78% of the players are male, and 24% are female. They're mostly between 19-34 years old. People who play this game are not only fans of other Cygames titles but fans of legitimate horse racing. As a new movie will be coming out soon, along with the spin-off title Party Dash, more fans may start to pick up this game.

Umamusume Pretty Derby is part of the Umamusume multimedia franchise. It has been a very popular title since it came out in February 2021. The game itself has a story mode, and the gameplay loop centers around interacting with and raising the horse girl of your choice. You will help her with her personal issues, as well as train her to become the best racehorse and idol.

Umamusume Pretty Derby is readily available on mobile devices in Japan.

The post Umamusume Pretty Derby Made Over 2.4 Billion JPY in Revenue appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:30 PM
    

pikachu poltchageist goods

From May 1, 2024, the Pokemon Center online store will start selling merchandise from its "Cafe Poltchageist" line featuring Pikachu. The new merchandise line focuses on tea snacks and items for making tea.

While they're already available for purchase in the online shop, they'll be in the physical locations from May 3, 2024. Those who want to order them might need to use a proxy service. The Pokemon Center online shop does not offer international shipping.

Here is a list of items that are part of the Cafe Poltchageist line of Pokemon goods:

  • A4 clear folder: 330 JPY
  • A5 ringed notebook: 792 JPY
  • Absorbent coaster: 1100 JPY
  • Acrylic charm collection: 880 JPY
  • Cloth pouch: 1100 JPY
  • Earrings (pierced and un-pierced): 1430 JPY
  • Fan: 2200 JPY
  • Guest towel: 825 JPY
  • Hair clip: 1265 JPY
  • Hand towel: 1430 JPY
  • Kaishi paper that can double as a memo pad: 660 JPY
  • Matcha langue de chat biscuits: 1650 JPY
  • Memo pad: 660 JPY
  • Multiple purpose pouch that can double as a kaishi paper holder: 1760 JPY
  • Poke Ball Japanese tea pot: 5500 JPY
  • Poltchageist condiment/tea holder: 4180 JPY
  • Portable tea set: 14,300 JPY
  • Stainless steel water bottle: 3080 JPY
  • Stickers: 770 JPY
  • Tape: 660 JPY
  • Tumbler mug with lid: 2420 JPY
  • Utensils: 1100 JPY
  • Zafuton cushion: 4180 JPY

Of these items, only the portable tea set is sold out. It contained a bag that had a container for tea leaves, a matcha bowl, and a whisk. The matcha bowl and container looked like Poltchageist, while the cloth bag had the design of Pikachu helping out in a cafe. All of the goods are green to emulate the color of matcha, as well as the Poltchageist Pokemon.

Poltchageist first appeared in The Teal Mask, which was an expansion scenario in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It's similar to Polteageist except with a Japanese twist and different typing. It can evolve into Sinistcha, though the item you'll need to do so depends on what form your Poltchageist is.

The Pikachu and Poltchageist merchandise are readily available via the online Pokemon Center shop in Japan.

The post See the Pikachu and Poltchageist Merchandise appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:00 PM
    

Creative Business Unit III Name & Naoki Yoshida Job Title Changed

Square Enix made changes to the name of Creative Business Unit III, as well as the job title for FFXIV Director and Producer Naoki "Yoshi-P" Yoshida. The developer's title has changed from General Manager of Creative Business Unit III to Studio Head of Creative Studio 3. [Thanks, Game Watch!]

The new studio name and job title for Naoki Yoshida appears as part of the new 2025 recruitment website for Square Enix. Specifically, both name changes can be found on the executive interview page for Yoshida. You can see the changes to the studio name and job title appear on the upper banner featuring the developer's headshot.

However, the company still lists Creative Business Unit III and all its other divisions with the old nomenclature. While this is the only Square Enix site that lists the new title for the studio and the developer, it is likely that all other Square Enix development divisions will undergo the same title changes moving forward.

Creative Studio 3, formerly known as Creative Business Unit III, is responsible for developing FFXIV: A Realm Reborn and its expansions, as well as the recent Final Fantasy XVI.

Final Fantasy XIV is readily available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and the Dawntrail expansion will arrive on July 2, 2024Final Fantasy XVI is available for the PS5, and a PC version is also on the way.

The post Creative Business Unit III Name and Naoki Yoshida Job Title Changed appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:30 PM
    

Street Fighter 6 Akuma Shun Goku Satsu Critical Art Detailed

Capcom detailed the Street Fighter 6 Akuma command input for his iconic Shun Goku Satsu Critical Art when using the Modern Control scheme. Players using Modern Controls will still be able to perform the iconic move, although it will be a bit more complex than other Super Arts.

You can check out the full social media post here:

https://twitter.com/StreetFighter/status/1785731847550296481

While Shun Goku Satsu is not listed as one of the three Super Arts available while using Modern Controls, players can still access the move by switching to Manual Control. This can be done by pressing R3 (or RS if you're using an Xbox controller.)

Players must then input a slight variation of the classic Raging Demon command of light, light, medium, and heavy attack in quick succession. Unlike his other level 3 Super Art in Street Fighter 6, Akuma can only perform Shun Goku Satsu as a Critical Art when his health is at 25% or below.

Akuma is the final character in the Year 1 Character Pass for Street Fighter 6. While Capcom hasn't announced a new character pass, players can expect new fighters to appear in the future.

Street Fighter 6 is now available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC, and the Akuma DLC will appear on May 22, 2024. The "Akuma Arrives! Fighting Pass" will appear on the same day.

The post Street Fighter 6 Akuma Shun Goku Satsu Critical Art Detailed appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:22 PM
     Oswald The Lucky Rabbit In Disney Dreamlight Valley A Rift In Time Act 2The second part of the A Rift in Time expansion for Disney Dreamlight Valley is here! This guide explains how to begin A Rift in Time Act 2 so you can dive into Eternity Isle's newest content and welcome DDV's newest (technically oldest) Villager, Oswald, to the Valley. How to begin Act II of the A Rift in Time expansion in Disney Dreamlight Valley Before you can start A Rift in Time: Act 2, you must complete A Rift in Time: Act 1 and EVE, Rapunzel, and Gaston's Level 2 friendship quests. The exact quests that must be completed before you can begin Act 2 are: 'Your Eternal Reward' — Main story 'A New Directive' — EVE (Note: Some players report that completing all of EVE's quests is required) 'Center of Attention' — Gaston 'The Housewarming' —  Rapunzel Once you've met the prerequisites, you should see 'The Sunken Ruins' in your Quests tab. If the quest isn't there, you may need to wait around fifteen minute...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 1, 2024 9:03 PM
     Eve On Eternity Isle Disney Dreamlight ValleyThe 'Does Not Compute' quest in Disney Dreamlight: A Rift in Time has us hunting down ancient artifacts for EVE. This guide covers the exact locations of every artifact, including the Slate, Dictionary, Processor Blueprint, Processor Crystal and Power Sphere. Table of ContentsHow to find all 'Does Not Compute' ancient artifact quest items in Disney Dreamlight ValleyHow to find the Ancient SlateHow to find the Ancient DictionaryHow to find the Ancient Processor BlueprintHow to find the Ancient Processor CrystalHow to find the Ancient Power SphereHow to repair the Ancient ProcessorWhat to take pictures of in EVE's homeHow to craft the Universal Adapter How to find all 'Does Not Compute' ancient artifact quest items in Disney Dreamlight Valley Image: PC Invasion All of the items needed to complete 'Does Not Compute' in Disney Dreamlight Valley are hidden throughout Eternity Isle. Use our ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 1, 2024 8:28 PM
     Destiny 2 Brave TitleIf there is something that will bother me for days and will keep me from sleeping is not being able to get to that 100% completion by a single step. Here is how to get the tenth Triumph for the Brave Title in Destiny 2; Into the Light. Destiny 2: How to get the tenth Triumph for the Brave Title If you have completed the last set of Brave weapon quests and have finished all the other eight Triumphs belonging to the Brave title, you probably are wondering why you aren't able to complete and equip it. Well, if you access the Brave Title screen, you will notice there are only nine Triumphs available. However, there are 10 Triumphs for the Brave Title with the tenth one being called Triumphant Outbreak, which is currently unavailable. If the name sounds similar to the Triumphant Whisper Triumph that is because it involves completing a similar task. The Whisper is not the only Exotic mission available during the Into the Light run, but also Zero Hour – from the Seaso...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:37 PM
     Manor Lords MilitiaWhether you want to get rid of some bandits or want to declare war on the entire world, your army will not go anywhere if they don't have at least something they can swing and shoot in their hands. Here is how to make gear for Militia in Manor Lords. Manor Lords: How to make gear for Militia There are two ways you can choose to begin equipping your Militia with their necessary weapons and armor. You can either make all the equipment by yourself, or you can choose to import all the gear from abroad. Either way has its ups and downs, so make sure to read on to discover which one is the best for you. Use your Burgage Plot backyard extensions The first step to creating your militia gear manufacturing system is to upgrade your Burgage Plots to create the appropriate backyard extensions. Level 2 is required for militia gear production to be able to be constructed. Be mindful, however, that contrary to Chicken or Goat Hides, assigning a family to either of the workshops belo...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:30 PM
     Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Zombies Season Three Reloaded Dark Aether RiftA new easter egg has been added to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Zombies with the release of the Season Three Reloaded update, and you'll need to collect a Giraffe Toy, Laptop with Stickers, Imaginary Friend Drawing, and Science Journal to access the new Dark Aether Rift. Going through all that trouble will give you the chance to unlock some of the new Schematics introduced in the Season Three Reloaded update like the Sergeant's Beret, Golden Mask Filter, and Dead Wire Detonators. It's more than worth the effort, but like all CoD Zombies easter eggs, you need to know what you're supposed to do first. How to Get the Giraffe Toy in Modern Warfare Zombies Screenshot: PC Invasion To start the easter egg and get the Giraffe Toy, all you have to do is complete the new Union story mission added in the Season Three Reloaded update. This involves a trip to the Dark Aether and pits you against a powerful Disciple named Taoxia. After successfully defeating Tao...

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:16 PM
     Yesterday we covered "Wonders of the First", an NFT-based card game that now has gathered over a million dollars from over 1800 backers. In yesterday's article, we mistakenly wrote that the game was previously an NFT-based game, as the Kickstarter page has little to no information about the fact. Jeff French, the creator of the …

WGB Wednesday, May 1, 2024 7:40 PM
     PlayStation is doing something unusual: it's taking one of its older, popular games out of the PlayStation Plus catalogue later this month.