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GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:48 PM
    

Set to release May 28, the team at Ubisoft Singapore has released a new trailer that shows what's in store for Skull and Bones Season 2.

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GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:04 PM
    

Beginning June 10, a demo for Distant Blue's fantastical open-world adventure Fading Skies will be available as part of Steam Next Fest.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:45 PM
    

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger may not look as fancy and realistic as Red Dead Redemption II, but its tight Old West gunplay, creative design, and stylish visuals make it one of the best cowboy games around. And now you can buy it on Steam for under $2. That's a steal, partner!

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:45 PM
    

When 2024 started, Helldivers 2 was barely a blip on most people's game release radars. It quickly became the biggest hit of the year so far, turning into both a sales juggernaut and a cultural phenomenon. And in an era of hyper consolidation, it made Arrowhead Studios an obvious target for acquisition by the game's…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:33 PM
    

One of the biggest questions heading into MultiVersus' 1.0 launch has been answered. WB Games' crossover platform fighter dropped in Open Beta in 2022, and the plan at the time seemed to be a smooth transition to a full launch. Instead the game was temporarily shut down, despite having run multiple Battle Passes and…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:10 PM
    

WB Games and Rocksteady's online supervillain looter-shooter, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, received some new skins ahead of the game's upcoming season 1 episode 2 update. But the new skins haven't gone over well with the game's remaining players who aren't sure how much longer they can keep playing.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 22, 2024 9:00 PM
     Upcoming Steam dungeon crawler gets free playtest with new character

With Dark and Darker set to arrive on the Epic Games Store but still absent from Steam, the PvPvE extraction dungeon crawler space has seen a few challengers spring up. Alongside rival Dungeonborne, Korean studio Action Square has been teasing us with Dungeon Stalkers, a gorgeous multiplayer RPG where darkness is your ally rather than something to be feared. Launching today on Steam, a free playtest lets you try out the new Dungeon Stalkers class, equipment crafting, another game mode, and dancing.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Best multiplayer games, Best fantasy games

PCGamesN Wednesday, May 22, 2024 6:15 PM
     Experimenting with ESO's story after ten years of adding new chapters

Keeping things fresh in a game like ESO must be an incredible challenge. Ten years after launch it's still going strong, with new chapters regularly being released. The danger, however, is that things could get formulaic. We could simply go to a new area, fight a new danger, and come back to tell the tale. Thankfully, Zenimax Online Studios is aware of this trap and is taking steps to avoid it.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: ESO Elsweyr release date, ESO Necromancer skills, ESO Elsweyr Skyshard locations

PCGamesN Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:19 PM
     Struggling survival game gets new feature players have been asking for

With a gaslamp world as evocative as that found in Nightingale, it's been a real disappointment that it hasn't quite achieved everything it promised to be. There's still time to improve, however, as the game is still firmly in its Steam Early Access period. The most recent update may be proof that Nightingale is turning a corner, with several player requested features hitting the game.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games on PC, Best crafting games on PC, Best fantasy games on PC

Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:00 PM
    

Legend of Heroes Kai No Kiseki Release Date Set for September 2024

Nihon Falcom has reportedly set the Japanese release date for The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria- for September 26, 2024. The game will appear for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. [Thanks, ryokutya2089!]

Leaker ryokutya2089 reported the release date, as well as confirming various party members that will return to the RPG. These characters are Feri Al-Fayed, Aaron Wei, Risette Twining, Quatre Salision, and Judith Ranster.

Additionally, the game will include a new combat system called "ZOC." The new system allows for players to accelerate turns and attack with various characters in quick succession. While this system is active, enemies will slow down, and attack power and stun damage dealt will increase. The Dual Arts introduced in Kuro no Kiseki II will also return in Kai No Kiseki, and new arts have been added.

As a reminder, Nihon Falcom recently confirmed that Van Arkride, Agnes Claudel, and Bergard Zeman will be the protagonists of the upcoming The Legend of Heroes: Kai No Kiseki, as well as introducing the B.L.T.Z. system (pronounced Blitz.) Alongside this information, Nihon Falcom also revealed that Feri and Risette would return in new screenshots.

The Japanese release date for The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria- is set for September 26, 2024, and the game will appear on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

The post Legend of Heroes Kai No Kiseki Release Date Set for September appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 10:00 PM
    

New Trigun Stampede Vash Coat and Boots Coming to SuperGroupies

SuperGroupies announced a second line of Trigun Stampede apparel merchandise that includes a new Vash black coat, as well as other items inspired by Wolfwood and Knives. The collection is now available for pre-order from the SuperGroupies North American and Japanese storefronts.

Pre-orders will close on June 9, 2024, and the items are set to release in Japan on late September 2024 and the US in late November 2024. Here is the full list of Trigun Stampede items available as part of the the new line of SuperGroupies apparel:

Vash's new black coat is inspired by its appearance at the end of the first cour of episodes of Trigun Stampede. The coat features a patch with the Project SEEDS logo on the front, and the inside pouch imitates the synchronization display between Vash and Knives adorned by geranium petals. The boots and wallet also include motifs inspired by Vash. You can check out Vash's items here:

Meanwhile, Wolfwood's jacket is inspired by the priest's own look. A neck label features his iconic Punisher weapon, and the inner pouch features a blue patch imitating the Skulls brand of tobacco he smokes in the anime. In addition, Wolfwood's wallet also features the Punisher. As for Knives' wallet, the outside features a knife inspired pattern, and the inside includes a cyan pouch, as well as a motif depicting him and Vash playing the piano as children.

And here is the rest of the collection:

The first line of Trigun Stampede SuperGroupies apparel appeared in mid-March 2023, and it included the new version of Vash's iconic red coat, as well as other items inspired by Nicholas D. Wolfwood and Vash's brother and antagonist Million Knives. Most recently, the two SuperGroupies Bloodborne watches received a re-release in the US and Japanese stores, and they are currently in stock.

The second Trigun Stampede SuperGroupies collection featuring new Vash, Wolfwood, and Knives merchandise is now available for pre-order, and will release around late September 2024 in Japan and late November 2024 in the US.

The post New Trigun Stampede Vash Coat Coming to SuperGroupies appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 9:00 PM
    

cover vtubers harassment

Cover detailed how it plans to protect its Hololive and Holostars VTubers from harassment. Cover is working with fellow Vtuber companies Anycolor and UUUM on these measures.

Several companies and organizations are working together to prevent fans and antis from attacking creators other than Hololive VTubers. They are twelve creative companies, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the Criminal Investigation Bureau, the Safer Internet Association (SIA), the Social Media Association of Japan (SMAJ), Authesne Law Office, and GVA Law Office. Cover wants to make sure that its VTubers can stream and produce content without worry, and it will not tolerate any attacks or harassment against them.

Cover's webpage includes comments from creators on its anti-harassment measures to protect VTubers and YouTubers. Hikakin of UUUM stated that he feels safer with so many groups and corporations protecting them. He hopes that more people will know about how serious online harassment can be. Tokino Sora of Hololive states that some hurtful comments have caused her to stream while holding back tears, and it's not something that you get used to no matter how many years you work as a VTuber. She reminds people that words are more powerful than one thinks and hopes that online harassment will disappear one day.

In December 2022, Cover and Anycolor revealed that it wanted to work together to combat defamation against their VTubers. In 2023, Cover made good on this, sending cease and desist notices and filing requests for disclosure of information. Between December 2022 and January 2023, Cover handled 146 cases. More have likely occurred since then.

You can read Cover's entire statement on its website.

The post Cover Further Measures on Protecting VTubers, Creatives From Harassment appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 8:00 PM
    

New Digimon Adventure PV Being Made for 25th Anniversary Exhibition

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Digimon Adventure anime series a new promotional video (PV) is now being produced. Additionally, new information about the merchandise goods that will appear on the anniversary exhibition appeared. [Thanks, Comic Natalie!]

The new PV will be produced for the Digimon Adventure 25th Anniversary Exhibition that will be held at the Ikebukuro Sunshine City between August 10-25, 2024. A new teaser art piece for the upcoming Digimon Adventure PV also appeared.

The artwork depicts seven phone booths alongside the chosen children. The characters depicted from left to right are Taichi (or Tai in the English dub,) Mimi, Yamato (or Matt) with Takeru (or T.K,) Izumi (or Izzy,) Sora, and Jo. A notable exception in the artwork is Yagami Hikari (or Kari Kamiya,) Tai's sister and Tailmon's partner, who is considered the eighth chosen child.

Furthermore, the merchandise that will be available at the anniversary exhibition was revealed. Special good tickets come with a commemorative medal of the Digimon Adventure chosen children's partner and their crest. You can check out the full list of items and pricing here:

  • Clear Pouch – 1,900 yen (~$12.12)
  • Digimon Hand Motif Hand Towel – 700 yen (~$4.47) each
  • Taichi & Agumon Acrylic Carabiner – 1,300 yen (~$8.29)
  • Bucket Hat – 3,800 yen (~$24.24)
  • Sagara Embroidery Pouch – 3,300 yen (~$21.05)
  • Digiegg Gimmick Acrylic Stand – 1,350 yen (~$8.61)
  • Scumon Boxer Briefs – 3,200 yen (~$20.42)
  • Crest Badge Keychain (9 available at random) – 650 yen (~$4.15) each

And you can also take a look at the merchandise, commemorative medal, and PV artwork here:

Another line of Digimon Adventure 25th anniversary merchandise was recently announced to appear on a new pop up stores throughout Japan between June and September 2024.

A new Digimon Adventure PV will appear as part of the 25th Anniversary Exhibition event. The release date for the promotional video hasn't been announced yet.

The post New Digimon Adventure PV Being Made for 25th Anniversary Exhibition appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 7:00 PM
    

Wuthering Waves Jiyan

The latest showcase trailer for Wuthering Waves provided more details about Jiyan. It features details on how he will fight and hints at story elements surrounding him.

In the trailer, Jiyan is shown to wield two weapons in Wuthering Waves. The first of these is a blade, which he uses to cut through enemies and perform fast attacks. The second is a lance, which also summons a dragon to fight alongside him. This appears to be especially useful when fighting groups of enemies.

The trailer also featured some more details on Jiyan and his story. While we have previously learned that Jiyan is the leader of the Jinzhou Midnight Rangers, his trailer shows a troubled past within this role. After being taunted by another character, Geshu, about his failures as both a doctor and a general, Jiyan sees flashbacks of his troops. However, the trailer also suggests that he draws strength from the support of his troops.

The full trailer can be viewed here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnxtQsHOy1k

Jiyan is voiced by Alex Jordan in English, and developers Kuro Games had previously shared clips of him discussing the character. The latest voice actor showcase released by the developer focuses on the Rover avatar character, with both the male and female voice actors getting their own showcases.

Wuthering Waves will launch on PC and mobile devices on May 22, 2024.

The post New Wuthering Waves Trailer Shares More Details on Jiyan appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 6:00 PM
    

Terminator Zero

Netflix has revealed the release date and new screenshots of Terminator Zero. The Terminator anime spin-off is set to launch on August 29, 2024.

Terminator Zero takes place in 1997, where a soldier from the future has been sent back in time to prevent the arrival of Judgment Day. She is tasked with protecting a scientist named Malcolm Lee who is working on an AI to combat Skynet, while an assassin has been sent to kill him. While the show will be canon to the Terminator movies, it will feature entirely new characters.

Terminator Zero is a collaboration between Skydance, Production I.G. and Mattson Tomlin, who will act as showrunner. Tomlin has previously written the movie Project Power and worked as a script assistant on The Batman. The release date for Terminator Zero is a reference to Judgment Day, the franchise's major catastrophic event when Skynet became self-aware.

Terminator Zero is one of several anime projects in development for Netflix. Anime based on the Devil May Cry and Tomb Raider franchises have also been teased for a future release.

Terminator Zero will be available to stream on Netflix from August 29, 2024.

The post Terminator Zero Anime Gets Release Date and First Screenshots appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:00 PM
    

WayForward offered a peek at Jennifer and Mary from the animated introduction of the Clock Tower: Rewind remaster.

Following quite a period of silence since the Clock Tower remaster July 2023 reveal, WayForward shared art of two characters from Clock Tower: Rewind on social media. It also confirmed it is still on track for a 2024 release and confirmed some of its features.

The two women depicted in the Clock Tower: Rewind animated introduction teaser show new art for Jennifer Simpson and Mary Barrows in the remaster. Jennifer is the game's heroine, who finds herself attempting to evade Scissorman and survive after being brought to the Barrows "Clock Tower" mansion. Meanwhile, Mary is a teacher at Granite Orphanage who adopted Jennifer and three other girls living there. The announcement noted that the new animated introduction is one of the new features added for the remaster before confirming it will appear in 2024.

Here's the new peek at the Clock Tower remaster.

https://twitter.com/WayForward/status/1793356459629072559

There's still no updated release window for the game, however. When it was first announced at the Limited Run Games 2023 Showcase, the announcement noted it would debut in "early 2024."

In case you missed it, here is that reveal:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMzM9J20MOU&t=3s&ab_channel=WayForward

Clock Tower: Rewind will appear worldwide on the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X in 2024. The original Clock Tower: The First Fear first appeared on the Super Famicom in Japan in 1995, before eventually appearing on other platforms. This will mark its first official localization.

The post Clock Tower: Rewind Remaster Teaser Shows 2 Characters appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:30 PM
    

Hatsune Miku GFuel Flavor Tastes Like Watermelon and Strawberry

GFuel announced it will sell a Hatsune Miku Sweet Melodies flavor that tastes like watermelon and strawberry. A waitlist already opened for the collector's box, which will ship in September 2024. 

There will be multiple means of getting the Hatsune Miku GFuel variety. A $25.99 Hydration 30-serving  tub and $39.99 Energy 40-serving tub will appear once the variety launches. People can also choose between two collector's box options. The standard one will be $39.99. That nets someone a Shaker Cup and a tub of this type of drink.

The $64.99 Hatsune Miku Sweet Melodies collector's box is the one people can sign up to be alerted about. This includes either the Hydration or Energy tub, a Shaker Cup, an acrylic standee of the Vocaloid with the GFuel logo, and stickers. This is packed in a box with lights and sounds, with the product page noting it plays the track "Magical Cure: Love Shot," from Sawtowne-P. 

In case you've never heard that track, here's how it sounds. It was the Miku Expo 10th Anniversary Song Contest Grand Prize winner.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiyUwuieWjo&ab_channel=HatsuneMiku

In the past, GFuel released flavors inspired by Genshin Impact, Dragon Ball Z, and Persona 3 Reload.

The Hatsune Miku Sweet Melodies GFuel flavor will debut in September 2024. 

The post Hatsune Miku GFuel Flavor Tastes Like Watermelon and Strawberry appeared first on Siliconera.


PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:52 PM
     Wuthering Waves Echo Featured ImageEnemies might give you a hard time in Wuthering Waves, but they will also become great allies in the long run. Here is how to equip, use, and swap Echoes in Wuthering Waves. What are Echoes in Whitering Waves? Echoes are the transparent frequencies left by Tacet Discord enemies which you can equip and use to your advantage. By doing so, you will make use of each of this Tacet Discord's abilities like summoning said monster or even transforming into it, gaining both offensive and defensive buffs – like healing, for example. You can hold up to five different Echoes and use them to your advantage during fights. Screenshot: PC Invasion Each of these Echoes will have an Echo Skill and Sonata Effects. If you select an Echo to occupy your main slot, then you will use said Echo's skill during fights. Sonata Effects are bonuses that will only activate if your Echo lineup features Echoes of the same type, needing two or five matching type Echoes to activate them. Fi...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:52 PM
     Best PC settings for Wuthering Waves: Graphics and performance, explainedWuthering Waves is a stunning game and surprisingly well-optimized. That said, we can always fine-tune for a better experience. Here are the best PC settings for Wuthering Waves: Graphics and performance, explained. How to change settings in Wuthering Waves PC Screenshot: PC Invasion Before we dive into the settings, let me quickly show you how to get there. Press the Start button on your controller or ESC on the Keyboard to bring up the Terminal Menu. Press the Settings Cog icon in the bottom corner (pictured above) to bring up the Settings Menu.  Here, there's a list of icons down the left side of the screen where you can change everything from specific audio volumes to graphics settings. Best settings for Wuthering Waves PC In my experience, most of the default settings are pretty decent. Kuro Games has done a great job optimizing the visuals, but we can still change a few things. Volume is a personal preference, s...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:27 PM
     Friend Requests Wuthering WavesEverything is better with friends, which is why you need to know how to send and receive friend requests in Wuthering Waves. However, there are a few things you should be aware of during the process. How to add and accept friend requests To bring up the friends menu, simply open the settings menu at the bottom right of the screen or press the escape key. Here, you will see an option for Friends. Select this menu to bring up the add and request friends screen. Take note of your friend code at the bottom left of the screen. You can press the button next to it to copy it to the clipboard. Here you can open up the Add Friends option on the left of the screen. Here, you simply need to type in your friend's code and hit enter. This will add your friends and send them a request in Wuthering Waves. Screenshot: PC Invasion To accept a friend request go to the second option down on the left of the friend request screen. Here you will see all your current pending friend requ...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:22 PM
     How To Get 100% Exploration Progress In Wuthering WavesIf you want a plethora of rewards from the Pioneer Association, you'll need to earn 100% Exploration Progress in Wuthering Waves, so how can you get it? Here's everything you need to do to earn more Exploration Progress. Wuthering Waves: How to get 100% Exploration Progress The map in Wuthering Waves is gigantic, which can make completing Exploration Progress a pain. If you're looking to earn rewards from the Pioneer Association, you'll need to start exploring. You can earn 100% Exploration Progress in Wuthering Waves by discovering things like Resonance Nexuses, Resonance Beacons, supply chests, and more. Here's a full list of everything you need to track down in order to gain more Exploration Progress: Resonance Nexuses Resonance Beacons Sonance Caskets Viewpoints Bolbflies Supply chests Screenshot: PC Invasion Resonance Nexuses reveal more locations on the map for you, while Resonance Beacons are teleportation points. You...

PC Invasion - FeedDDD Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:08 PM
     Best Ways To Heal In Wuthering Waves Featured ImageAs I'm playing Wuthering Waves, I'm starting to dig the combat. Going up against the bosses and doing these cool acrobatic-influenced movies is kind of cool. However, to get the most out of the combat, you have to know how to heal. Wuthering Waves has tons of options to patch yourself up. Below, I'll go over the best ways to heal yourself in Wuthering Waves. Wuthering Waves: best ways to heal yourself As mentioned there are numerous ways to heal oneself, but not all will give the best output of health. To make the combat and Wuthering Wave a lot easier to handle, knowing what sources can be beneficial.  So let's highlight some of the best options to replenish your health. Screenshot: PC Invasion Meals/Drinks Since Wuthering Waves is an RPG, it has all the expected elements of one. Food and drink give various buffs. Health is one of those buffs. Keep your eyes peeled for items such a...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:55 PM
     This month, Paizo has introduced a variety of new releases for its Pathfinder and Starfinder series, captivating players with fresh adventures and expanded gameplay options. The excitement continues with the much-anticipated PaizoCon 2024, which promises to be a vibrant celebration of the community's passion for role-playing games. For Pathfinder enthusiasts, the Howl of the Wild...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:22 PM
     Portal Games recently announced a closure sale for "Batman: Everybody Lies," as their licensing agreement with Warner Bros is set to conclude at the end of May 2024. This game, a key offering in the Detective series, integrates detective-themed gameplay with the storied environment of Gotham City, and unfolds across a three-part epic campaign including...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:12 PM
     Modiphius Entertainment is introducing a new project, "Cohors Cthulhu: Tactics," slated for a Kickstarter launch at the end of May 2024. This game combines elements of horror-themed adventure with wargaming, set against a backdrop of ancient Rome where players battle avatars of the Outer Gods. The game is designed for solo and cooperative play, incorporating...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 5:03 PM
     Cubicle 7 Entertainment has made an announcement for their lineup of upcoming tabletop game releases, which includes updates on fan favorites like Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay and Warhammer 40,000: Wrath & Glory. In a recent video message, CEO Dom McDowall shared details about the products scheduled to hit shelves and those set for pre-order in the...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:49 PM
     Kickstarter has introduced new initiatives to extend its support to creators beyond the initial funding phase. In a recent video release titled "A New Vision for Kickstarter," CEO Evert Taylor, alongside other team members, outlined a series of enhancements designed to help creators succeed after their campaigns conclude. Having facilitated the funding of various creative...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:06 PM
     Arcane Wonders has announced the upcoming release of a new card game, Super Kawaii Pets. This game introduces players to a whimsical world where they adopt and care for pets, aiming to turn their sad expressions into joyful ones through strategic card play. In Super Kawaii Pets, players begin with Animal cards that are sad...

WGB Wednesday, May 22, 2024 7:16 PM
     Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 has launched to very soft numbers of Steam, failing to capture an audience equal to two games from two studios that were shut down just weeks ago.

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:50 PM
    

A Steam announcement trailer was also released.

The post The Kingdom Hearts Series is Coming to Steam Next Month appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Wednesday, May 22, 2024 4:01 PM
    

A key visual for the game was also released.

The post Vanillaware is Developing a New Fantasy Action RPG appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.