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GamersHeroes Monday, May 13, 2024 6:46 PM
    

Sci-fi fans, rejoice; the world of Blackbird Interactive and Gearbox Publishing's Homeworld 3 is now available globally. 

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Kotaku Monday, May 13, 2024 9:21 PM
    

Sony has named existing company veterans Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino as the new heads of PlayStation. Hulst will take over and run a new Studio Business Group while Nishino is in charge of the Platform Business Group. The division of roles replaces former CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment Jim Ryan, who…

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Kotaku Monday, May 13, 2024 4:50 PM
    

Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, and its follow-up expanded release, Substance, released on the PS2 all the way back in the early 2000s, dramatically expanding the gameplay systems of Metal Gear Solid and opening the narrative up to wild and unexpected twists and turns.

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Kotaku Monday, May 13, 2024 3:55 PM
    

There's a scene late in Hi-Fi Rush, the rhythm action game by the now-defunct Tango Gameworks, in which protagonist Chai explores a museum dedicated to the antagonistic, oppressive megacorp Vandelay Technologies. In it, the corporation tells a sanitized version of its own history, one that glosses over the impact of…

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Kotaku Monday, May 13, 2024 3:30 PM
    

The team at FromSoftware is really good at making the most fucked-up creatures imaginable. Some of the stuff that team has fit into its games are utter nightmares ripped out of the deep dark recesses of the human mind. Parts of its catalog, like Bloodborne, have explicitly leaned into that haunting aesthetic more than…

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Kotaku Monday, May 13, 2024 2:45 PM
    

Last month, Bethesda released a "next-gen" update for Fallout 4 across all platforms intended to improve the aging RPG. Instead, it broke tons of popular mods and made the game buggier for some players, too. To fix that, Bethesda has released another update. The reaction from fans has mostly been negative, with people…

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PCGamesN Monday, May 13, 2024 5:23 PM
     Genshin Impact rival hits colossal milestone before it even comes out

Two years after being announced, Wuthering Waves is nearing its release. You might wonder if gacha games would still prove popular in 2024 but one look at Wuthering Waves' pre-registration numbers should put any doubt to rest. Even before launch it seems people are queueing up in droves to get to play it with a staggering milestone recently being hit, and surpassed.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best anime games, Free PC games, Best open-world games

PCGamesN Monday, May 13, 2024 4:11 PM
     New Fallout 4 patch does little to fix next gen update problems

It's a strange time to be a fan of Fallout. On one hand you have the TV series bringing the games to a wider audience and successfully nailing the feel better than you could've hoped. You've got Fallout 4 more popular than ever but on the other hand, there's the next-gen update. Its launch introduced a ton of new issues to the game and didn't achieve what it set out to do, especially on PC. A second patch has just launched to try and fix some of these issues but unfortunately it still isn't going well.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fallout 4 console commands, Fallout 4 mods, Fallout 4 System Requirements

PCGamesN Monday, May 13, 2024 2:08 PM
     The best Hades 2 boons

What are the best Hades 2 boons? Much of Hades 2 is a mystery, but what we do know is that Melinoë has quite a task ahead of her. Not only does she plan on going toe-to-toe with the god of time, Chronos, but she has to contend with countless minions and the occasional big bad along the way.

The Hades 2 early access gives us a tantalizing look at the roguelike game, allowing us to test out new Hades 2 builds, introduce ourselves to the new, and returning, cast of Hades 2 gods, and most importantly, hand out gifts like candy. We have played as much Hades 2 as humanely possible, and have figured out the best boons so you can dominate the underworld.

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MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best roguelike games, Hades 2 boons, Hades 2 Gods

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, May 13, 2024 2:19 PM
    

Almost 14 years to the day after Rockstar's cowboy epic Red Dead Redemption released on consoles, and coming up on five years after its sequel beat it to PC, it looks like the original Red Dead might finally get a PC release.

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Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 7:30 PM
    

New SMT V: Vengeance Demon Videos Include Nyami Nyami, Cleopatra

Atlus introduced even more new demons appearing in the upcoming SMT V: Vengeance, including the never-before-seen Nyami Nyami and previous SMT V DLC demon Cleopatra. Nyami Nyami, alongside Anansi and Onyankopon, was revealed as one of the three new African demons making their debut in SMT V: Vengeance.

Nyami Nyami is a new demon belonging to the Dragon race. He is the Zambezi River God of the Tonga and Lozi people in southern Africa. With the body of a snake and the head of a fish or a dragon, Nyami Nyami protects people living near bodies of water.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0tsxx69GyA

Vritra is a demon also belonging to the Dragon race, and it made its first 3D appearance in the recent Soul Hackers 2. Vritra is a dragon or snake hailing from Hindu myth. After being defeated by Indra, God of Thunder, rain returned to the world. However, it is said that Vritra always returns the next year, with the battle continuing for eternity.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmo2ymMQNA8

Cleopatra was one of the DLC demons in the original SMT V, and she belongs to the Femme race. A legendary Egyptian Pharaoh, her name means "glory to the father" in Greek. Known for her unparalleled beauty, she was also highly skilled in the musical arts and in conversation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnyR8zlRLps

Gogmagog, of the Jirae race, makes his debut as a fully 3D-modeled demon in SMT V: Vengeance. A giant said to have lived in Britain during prehistoric times, Gogmagog's body was so massive that he could destroy a sailing ship with his arm. While he defended the island from any invaders, he was eventually defeated by Brutus of Troy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY5vmFtxs8A

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will come to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam on June 14, 2024. The original SMT V appeared exclusively for the Switch, and it will be delisted on the same day.

The post New SMT V: Vengeance Demon Videos Include Nyami Nyami, Cleopatra appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 7:00 PM
    

final fantasy xiv sale

Square Enix started a 60% off sale for Final Fantasy XIV in preparation for the Dawntrail expansion. The sale will end on June 11, 2024.

It appears that this promotion is only for players who will play on a Windows PC or Mac. For example, Endwalker (which is part of the sale) is $15.99 from the Square Enix store, but $39.99 from the PlayStation Store. You can purchase the products on sale from the Square Enix Store or Mog Station. This sale is valid for the Complete Edition and Complete Collector's Edition of Final Fantasy XIV. You can also use it to purchase the Standard Edition and Collector's Edition of Endwalker

Square Enix first announced Dawntrail as the newest expansion of the long-running MMORPG back during Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest 2023. It will appear alongside update 7.0 on July 2, 2024. This expansion will feature new jobs (Viper and Pictomancer), a new location (Tural), and a new race (female Hrothgar). Other than that, there are updates like a higher level up, new dungeons, and new raids. The full list of new content is available via the Square Enix webpage for the expansion.

Final Fantasy XIV is readily available on the PS3, PS4, PS5, Windows PC, MacOS, and Xbox Series X. The Final Fantasy XIV sale will end on June 11, 2024.

The post Final Fantasy XIV Sale Drops Price By 60% appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 6:30 PM
    

chronoir anime expo

ChroNoiR of Nijisanji will appear at Anime Expo 2024 to hold a concert. "Welcome to Wonder Wander World" will also be available for streaming.

This concert will focus on the "Wonder Wander World" album, which is their second one. They also held a concert in Japan earlier this year. The concert should last for about sixty minutes, and it'll run on July 7, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM PT. Tickets cost $65 for the pit and $40 for the orchestra, and you can purchase tickets from ShowClix. They're on a first-come, first-served basis, so interested parties will have to move fast.

ChroNoiR is a singing duo consisting of Kanae and Kuzuha of Nijisanji JP. These two are some of the biggest names on the JP side. In 2021, Kuzuha became the first male VTuber to reach a million subscribers, and Kanae reached that milestone a year later in 2022. In February 2024, Kuzuha and Kanae were the only two VTubers from Nijisanji who made it onto a list of the most watched VTubers for that month. With the exception of Dokibird, all of the other members on the list were from Hololive. As of the time of writing, Kuzuha has 1.73 million subscribers on his channel, and Kanae has 1.29 million.

ChroNoiR will be at Anime Expo on July 7, 2024, for their concert. Other guests who'll be present include voice actress Britt Baron (Tifa in FFVII Rebirth), Kanou Yoshiki (the director of Fate/Grand Order Part 2, and voice actor Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro in Demon Slayer).

The post ChroNoiR Will Have Concert at Anime Expo appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 6:00 PM
    

First Hades 2 Patch Addresses Resource Gathering, Dash, and Sprint

Supergiant Games announced that it plans to deal with issues involving resource gathering and Melinoe's dash and sprint in the first Hades 2 patch. However, there's no exact release date for the update for the early access build beyond it appearing sometime later in May 2024.

The goal for both the Hades 2 resource gathering and the dash and sprint adjustments is to make both more comfortable and not frustrating for the player. In the case of materials, Supergiant noted the change is designed to eliminate the grind. As for the dash and sprint options, the team will "improve" both to ensure she is unique compared to Zagreus, but still plays smoothly.

Supergiant also noted it will work on a balance patch for Hades 2 as well. There's no launch window for that. However, it did note that it is using the anonymous data people consented to share to collect fee information about things that may need changing. Some elements that could be rebalanced that were specifically mentioned were boons, foes, and weapons.

Hades 2 is available on the PC via Steam Early Access now, and the first patch will appear in May 2024. The full launch is expected to appear sometime in early 2025, with console versions to appear after that.

The post First Hades 2 Patch Addresses Resource Gathering, Dash, and Sprint appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 5:00 PM
    

On May 13, 2024, Anycolor disclosed the upcoming graduation of Bonnivier "Bobon" Pranaja, former Vtuber from Nijisanji ID and current member of Nijisanji JP. Effective May 26, 2024, Pranaja will depart from the company.

You can view the official announcement posts here:

https://twitter.com/NIJISANJI_ID/status/1789928800853037300

Contrary to the customary fanfare accompanying such events, the graduation ceremony will not involve a final stream. Anycolor noted, "At his request, we will not be broadcasting his graduation.".

Following the graduation, Bonnivier "Bobon" Pranaja's digital footprint, including his YouTube channel and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, will be taken down. Sales of merchandise, voice packs, and other associated content will also cease, underscoring the finality of his departure from the Company.

In a gesture of closure, Nijisanji will accept fan letters until one month after the graduation date, providing an avenue for fans to express their sentiments and bid farewell to their beloved virtual personality.

Here is Bonnivier's own letter to his fans:

https://twitter.com/Bonnivier_2434/status/1789934549356429700

For inquiries pertaining to Pranaja's departure, Nijisanji directed fans to the ANYCOLOR Corporation Inquiry Desk, urging them to refrain from harassing Nijisanji livers about this departure. 

Bonnivier Pranaja will graduate as a Nijisanji Vtuber on May 26, 2024. He debuted in August 2020. You can catch his remaining streams and VOD's on his Youtube channel here.

The post Nijisanji Vtuber Bonnivier "Bobon" Pranaja Will Graduate appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 4:00 PM
    

Witch and Lilies Yuri PC JRPG Enters Steam Early Access

Stromatosoft Inc, developer of the Witch and Lilies yuri JRPG, announced the PC game will debut via Steam Early Access on May 24, 2024. It will cost $24.99/¥3,480 and be available in English and Japanese.

As this is a yuri game, there are relationship elements mixed in with the JRPG dungeon-crawling. Like games like Wizardry and Etrian Odyssey, people create custom characters based on 10 jobs and determine their skills. We will then take our parties through first-person, 3D dungeons. Encounters will involve turn-based battles with 2D character art. 

When characters work together and fight together, relationships will form between them. The initial screenshots show both pink hearts and white broken hearts representing character statuses in the menu, letting players know at a glance how close their characters are. Characters who are dating or a couple will work together to attack or defend in battles. There will also be special event scenes between them.

Here's the third trailer for Witch and Lilies.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKYNfVyvh1s

In case you missed it, the 2023 Tokyo Game Show trailer featured lots of English gameplay footage for the PC JRPG.

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

And here are the most recent screenshots from Steam.

Witch and Lilies will launch on the PC via Steam Early Access on May 24, 2024. 

The post Witch and Lilies Yuri PC JRPG Enters Steam Early Access  appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 3:00 PM
    

NieR: Automata 9S Figure Joins Chubby Collection

The Sega Prize figure social media account revealed that the Chubby Collection will soon feature two NieR: Automata 9S figures. The variants will be available in Fall 2024 in Japan.

Each of these figures is a diminutive version of 9S. He's wearing his standard outfit from the game and anime. However, while one is his standard black, the other is a green version. He also has his eyes covered, as usual, but is smiling widely and blushing. As this is a Sega Prize item, it will likely be available in arcades. 

Here's the full image showing how the two will look:

This isn't the only NieR: Automata Sega Prize figure in the Chubby Collection. The company also announced a 2B figure would be a part of it back in April 2024. Like 9S, she'll be available in two color variants. 

Here is the tweet revealing it. It also showed a new A2 figure and Tiny Melties versions of Adam and Eve.

https://twitter.com/seganewsnavi/status/1781216352122102184

The NieR: Automata 9S Cubby Collection prize figure will appear in Japan in Fall 2024. The anime series is streaming on Crunchyroll. The game is available on the PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and Windows PC. 

The post NieR: Automata 9S Figures Joins Chubby Collection appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, May 13, 2024 2:30 PM
    

Shin Megami Tensei V Being Delisted Ahead of Vengeance

Atlus announced that the digital version and DLC content for Shin Megami Tensei V will be delisted from the Nintendo Switch eShop, ahead of the release of SMT V: Vengeance. The game and its DLC will be unavailable from June 14, 2024.

First, here is the full list of paid DLC content for Shin Megami Tensei V that will be delisted:

  • Return of the True Demon
  • A Goddess in Training
  • The Rage of a Queen
  • The Doctor's Last Wish
  • Mitama Dance of Wealth
  • Mitama Dance of Miracles
  • Mitama Dance of EXP
  • DLC Bundle

Additionally, the free Safety Difficulty DLC will also become unavailable. While the announcement only appeared in the Japanese Atlus website, players overseas can also expect the free Japanese Voices add-on to be unavailable after the release of SMT V: Vengeance. While the first four DLC add-ons will be included in the new re-release for free, the Mitama Dances will still be paid DLC in SMT V: Vengeance.

As a reminder, Atlus recently revealed three brand new SMT V: Vengeance demons based on deities and cultural figures from various African mythologies and folklore. The company also shared a new Complete Guide showcase going over 50 new features include in the game, as well as the new Shinjuku Ward of Da'at and the Shakan Dungeon.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will come to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC on June 14, 2024. The original SMT V released in November 11, 2021 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.

The post Shin Megami Tensei V Being Delisted Ahead of Vengeance appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, May 13, 2024 7:53 PM
     Firecrackers Use In Dying Light 2There are certain items in games that are timeless and reliable. Firecrackers or something very similar have been used in games forever as distractions, diversions, and stunning weapons. In Dying Light, firecrackers are used to distract zombies, provided you know how to use them. How to use Firecrackers in Dying Light Whether you are playing on Console or PC, the way you use Firecrackers in Dying Light stays pretty much the same. First, once you have picked them up, equip them to your quick slots. If you are playing on a PC, you can equip items to your 1 through 4 buttons. On the console, you need to equip the Firecrackers to your D-Pad buttons. This is done by opening your inventory and equipping things to your quick bar. Screenshot: PC Invasion Select your Firecrackers using the relevant D-Pad button or number on your PC numbers, and then press the use button in Dying Light. This is the middle button on your mouse if you're playing Dying Light on PC or your left tri...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, May 13, 2024 7:07 PM
     Dying Light 2 Enemies Nearby FixNothing kills immersion in a game more than a big, fat, game-breaking bug. That's why when you end up with a 'Can't use, enemies nearby' error splashed across your screen while trying to perform an action in Dying Light 2, it's a real bummer. How to workaround the cant use enemies nearby bug This error may start to happen at any point in your game, and once it does, it can be a complete soft lock. You may see it when you're trying to talk to a key NPC, open a door, or in many other situations in Dying Light 2. I expect that if you've been dealing with this recurring issue in the game, you've probably been restarting your game. Currently, this is the most tried-and-tested method to fix the issue. It's a real ballache, though, and may end up losing you a ton of progress. This method will sometimes play you only a few seconds from where you are, but more often than not, you will lose a lot of time. Here are a few things you c...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, May 13, 2024 5:39 PM
     Dying Light 2 Mr. Z Featured ImageIf there is something I dreaded while at school were the oral exams. And now you are telling me they are still a thing in a post-apocalyptic world filled with monsters? Oh well, things still suck. Here are all the answers to the Mr. Z quiz questions in Dying Light 2. All Mr. Z quiz answers in Dying Light 2 After you have collected enough on-sight intel about the infected through trial and error – that is, taking care of your immunity and not getting killed by monsters – then you will need to meet with Mr. Zee in Horseshoe. He is located inside the Artist Workshop in the south of the district, near the limit with Quarry End. Image: Map Genie Once inside, interact with Mr. Z and he will ask you a set of four different questions that you will have to answer properly to complete this side mission. If you answer incorrectly, then you will fail the quiz and will have to return later – which you can expedite by resting in your bed and returning to Mr. Z. Check ou...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, May 13, 2024 5:11 PM
     Best Song Chiyul Build Solo Leveling AriseSong Chiyul is one of the few Hunters given to you during the tutorial for Solo Leveling Arise, making him a great choice for one of the first builds you can create. Here's the best Song Chiyul build in Solo Leveling Arise so you can pick the best weapons and Artifacts for this character. Solo Leveling Arise: Best Song Chiyul Artifacts Song Chiyul is an excellent DPS character with powerful abilities that deal Fire damage. Because of this, the best Armor Artifact set has to be the Armed set. Here's what it does: Armed set 2-piece: Increase the user's Attack by 5%. 4-piece: When attacking, ignores 15% of the target's Defense and attacks. Chiyul's abilities all center around dealing damage in some way, so giving him an extra Attack boost is the best way to go. The 4-piece set is best since it can also ignore a small percentage of the enemy's Defense and attacks as you're attacking them, giving you a major advantage. If you...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, May 13, 2024 4:13 PM
     How To Get Kicked Out Of A Store In Little Kitty Big CityTo earn the "And Stay Out!" Achievement in Little Kitty, Big City, you need to figure out how to get kicked out of a store. This may sound easy at first, but most stores you walk into don't care much for your presence. Little Kitty Big City: How to get kicked out of a store Any store you stroll through in Little Kitty, Big City won't pay you much mind, so how can you anger them enough to have them kick you out? You can earn the Achievement "And Stay Out!" and get kicked out of a store in Little Kitty, Big City just by walking into the construction yard. For some reason, the construction yard counts as a store, since all I had to do to earn this Achievement was get caught by one of the construction workers. Right near where you first meet the Tanuki, one of the many animals you meet, is a mostly fenced-in construction site. If you manage to make your way inside you'll see a patrolling construction worker. Screenshot: PC Invasion ...

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Monday, May 13, 2024 6:55 PM
     CMON has announced the upcoming pre-order campaign for the new expansion, Desert War, for the tabletop game Dune: War for Arrakis. The pre-order is set to launch on Gamefound, providing both new and returning backers the opportunity to acquire the latest expansion as well as select items from the original campaign, now available in multiple …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Monday, May 13, 2024 6:48 PM
     This summer, fans of the classic film "Labyrinth" will have the opportunity to engage with its universe in a new way through "Labyrinth: The Board Game Collection," launching on Gamefound. The campaign is led by Mantic Games in partnership with River Horse, aligning with the approach to the 40th anniversary of the original movie's release. …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Monday, May 13, 2024 6:39 PM
     Arcane Wonders has announced a partnership with Arclight Games to launch the English version of 'ito', a popular card-based party game from Japan. The game, which has garnered over 300,000 players in Japan, is now poised to enter English-speaking markets worldwide. 'ito' is noted for its straightforward gameplay and cooperative elements, making it suitable for …

Tabletop Gaming News – TGN Monday, May 13, 2024 5:47 PM
     About a week ago we covered Wonders of the First, the NFT CCG which is definitely not a NFT game according to the creators. This week the CCG is relaunching on Kickstarter after being removed from the platform for including NFTs in the campaign. We got a huge amount of feedback on the articles covering …

WGB Monday, May 13, 2024 8:12 PM
     Sony has appointed co-CEOs to replace Jim Ryan at PlayStation.

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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, May 13, 2024 5:09 PM
    

The plan will take effect this year and will end on March 31, 2027.

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Pivotal Gamers Monday, May 13, 2024 4:10 PM
     Hello fellow gamers. Giveaway.su is giving all the opportunity to win on Akin. This is what they say. Come here, my friend! A new giveaway was started – today we are going to give away 3000 "Akin" Steam keys (game has Steam Trading cards). If you are not too lazy and have a free time – you can go and grab your key. All you need for this giveaway – Steam account with l...

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     Hello folks. Giveaway.su holds a new giveaway for Killing random dudes online. Their message follows. A new giveaway! Today we are giving away 5000 Steam keys for "Killing random dudes online" game. There are thousands of users who wants to claim free key, so hurry up to grab one! Steam account with level 1 and Discord account are required to get the key from this giveaway. A few words...

Pivotal Gamers Monday, May 13, 2024 2:40 PM
     What's up all? We have another great giveaway from Giveaway.su for Sunny Beach Girls. This is what they say. A new giveaway! Today we are giving away 5500 Steam keys for "Sunny Beach Girls" game (this game contains adult content). There are thousands of users who wants to claim free key, so hurry up to grab one! Steam account with level 1 and Discord account are required to get t...