PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:58 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Super League Soccer codes. What are the new Super League Soccer codes? This new footy game on the Roblox platform lets you take up any role on the field, be it a goalkeeper, a striker, a midfielder, or any other position on the 7v7 lineup your team might be lacking. And it isn't without style, either. If you can master the technique, bicycle kick goals aren't out of the question, with the below codes giving you the coins you'll need to stay ahead of the opposing team. Need even more Roblox games to add to your rotation? For some of the most popular and long-lasting titles right now, check out these Multiverse Defenders codes, Project Slayers codes, and Blox Fruits codes. If you'd prefer to escape the anime hold, Arm Wrestle Simulator codes, Doors codes, and Brookhaven codes might be more your speed. Continue reading Super League Soccer codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:57 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Strongman Simulator codes. What are the current Strongman Simulator codes? If you want to pump some iron and need that little extra boost, then you've come to the right place. Here we have all the current rewards that temporarily buff your movement speed, the energy you accrue, and workout gains for exercising at dumbbells. Of course, we also have codes for other macho sports-based Roblox games, including Muscle Legends codes, Punch Wall codes, and Legends of Speed codes. For now, though, if you want to get strong specifically in Strongman Simulator, here are some bonuses you can gain to maximize your workout. Continue reading Strongman Simulator codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:54 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Southwest Florida codes. What are the latest Southwest Florida codes? In this RPG, you can become whoever you want to be. More often than not, though, the goal is to earn enough cash to buy the best ride that money can buy. Some codes will give you more than enough to afford a new car, while others will put you closer to buying your dream vehicle. To afford this lifestyle, you'll need cold, hard cash, and with these Southwest Florida codes, you'll have plenty to spend on nice cars in this Roblox experience. Of course, there are other similar games available, so if you'd rather take to the crime-filled streets, we have all the current Da Hood codes and Pet Simulator 99 codes. Or if you prefer something a little more chill, then these Berry Avenue codes may help you get the best outfit. Continue reading Southwest Florida codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:51 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Slap Battles. What are the new Slap Battles codes? In this Roblox experience, the only thing that matters is getting the most slaps. For each one you get, you can work your way closer to having the most destructive palm in the galaxy. So, if you want to have the most powerful slapping hand, you'll need to work for it. There are plenty of other Roblox experiences out there if this one loses its appeal, and we have the latest freebies for the likes of Blade Ball codes, Anime Last Stand codes, and Toilet Tower Defense codes. Without further ado, these Slap Battles codes will give you a bit of a boost to get started. Continue reading Slap Battles codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:48 PM August 17, 2024: We've added two new Shindo Life codes to this list. What are the new Shindo Life codes? Shindo Life is among the most popular gacha games on the Roblox platform thanks to its lightning-fast action, wealth of unlockables, and Naruto-like vibes. Developer RellGames is also an extremely active creator, delivering a tight weekly update schedule and serving up regular codes for rellcoins, spins, double XP, and more. If you want to stay ahead of the competition, you'd be wise to make use of our codes list down below, which we update regularly to bring you the latest rewards before they're gone. We'll also explain how to redeem Roblox Shindo Life codes as well as when you can expect new codes to arrive. If you need more freebies, we also keep updated lists of new Blox Fruits codes, Pet Simulator 99 codes, and All Star Tower Defense codes. Continue reading Shindo Life codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:43 PM August 17, 2024: We've added three new Sakura Stand codes to this list. What are the newest Sakura Stand codes? Revamped from an old game of the same name, Sakura Stand is a JoJo's Bizarre Adventure-inspired anime Roblox game with gameplay that matches similar fighting and farming experiences. Like many Roblox games, this one has a bunch of codes you can redeem to get more chances to receive tokens and experience boosts. It's far from the only anime game out there, especially when it comes to Roblox games, so while you're here, check out the latest Anime Champions Simulator codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Fruit Battlegrounds codes for some more freebies. Continue reading Sakura Stand codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:31 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Roblox promo codes. What are the new Roblox promo codes? Whether you're after new cosmetic pets, clothes, or accessories, promo codes are the easiest way to keep your avatar looking fresh. New Roblox codes constantly appear in events and giveaways, and our up-to-date list of valid codes is the best way to find out what's currently available to redeem. However, these codes won't hang around forever, so be sure to check back regularly to redeem new codes before they expire. Unlike codes for specific Roblox games – such as Blox Fruit codes, Anime Champions Simulator codes, and Project Polaro codes – promo codes unlock free items you can show off to your friends across all Roblox communities. While Roblox music codes unlock universal tracks for your boombox, promo codes exclusively consist of cosmetic items. So, if you're looking to scoop up shiny new goodies without spending any Robux, here are all the Roblox codes you can redeem for February 2024. Continue reading Roblox promo codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:27 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Ro Ghoul codes have been added. What are the Roblox Ro Ghoul codes? Despite still being in beta, Ro Ghoul, inspired by Tokyo Ghoul, is one of the most popular Roblox games at the moment. The developer, Sushi Walrus, celebrates this regularly with some great in-game redemption codes, and we've tested all the latest ones. In Ro Ghoul, you take on the role of either an investigator or a ghoul as you try and defeat the other group and stay alive. If you're after some bonus in-game currency, we've got all the latest Ro Ghoul codes you need, but if you're here, then you're a Roblox fan, so you should also take a look at the latest Roblox music codes and all the most up-to-date Roblox promo codes. Continue reading Ro Ghoul codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:08 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Race Clicker codes. What are the new Race Clicker codes? We've compiled a list of all the new Race Clicker codes for free wins and boosts in this click-to-win Roblox game. The codes can be redeemed in-game, providing many competitive advantages to help you win the clicking frenzy. The game is simple, the faster you click, the faster you go. Some of the codes offer free auto clicks and pets, while you can get boosts and luck for a limited time. If you're looking for further Roblox freebies, we regularly update our lists of the latest Anime Adventures codes, Blox Fruits codes, and All Star Tower Defense codes. Continue reading Race Clicker codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:04 PM August 17, 2024: We've added one new PLS Donate code to this list. What are the new PLS Donate codes? This donation simulator is a big hit on the Roblox platform, chiefly because it's one of the few games where you're in with a real chance to earn free Robux. Setting up a donation stand is simple enough, but standing out from the crowd is essential if you want to entice big donors. That's where PLS Donate codes come in handy. Our up-to-date list of PLS Donate codes includes the Giftbux you need to customize your donation stand and a few items to trade in return for a donation. PLS Donate is one of the best Roblox games, so be sure to get ahead of the economic curve and redeem these PLS Donate codes. We also have a collection of Roblox promo codes and Roblox music codes if you fancy firing up some tunes while working your stand. Continue reading PLS Donate codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:56 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Pet Simulator 99 codes. What are the new Pet Simulator 99 codes? If you're extremely lucky (and timely), getting a bunch of free gems in Big Games' latest pet collecting game can be as easy as typing a few letters into a box. As time goes on, though, we expect PS99 codes to become increasingly rare, perhaps even being tied solely to physical merch like plushies, lucky bags, and playsets. We've seen it happen before. Pet Simulator 99 is the third Pet Simulator Roblox game Preston and his team have put out. Though it isn't out to replace Pet Simulator X codes directly, it will be the one getting the big updates from now on. If leaving your old collection behind doesn't sound fun to you, consider checking out Blade Ball codes or Blox Fruits codes instead. Continue reading Pet Simulator 99 codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:53 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Peroxide codes. What are the new Peroxide codes? If you're trying to get ahead of the competition in Peroxide, we've collated all the latest codes for free product essences. We'll also run you through how to redeem the active Peroxide codes and where you can expect to find more for the Bleach-inspired anime fighter. Peroxide is an established Roblox game that's erupted in popularity recently following an update. If you're searching for further Roblox freebies, we've also got regularly updated lists of Blox Fruits codes, Grimoires Era codes, and AUT codes. Let's run through the Peroxide codes and the rewards they'll get you. Continue reading Peroxide codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:42 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Murder Mystery 2 codes. What are the newest Murder Mystery codes? Roblox games rarely throw up an intense experience as is offered by MM2, a game where you could be saddled with one of three roles; the murderer, a bystander, or the sheriff. The murderer has to, well, murder. The bystanders have to avoid the wrath of said murderer, and the sheriff has to figure out, and eliminate, the bad person. Sound familiar? This Roblox game is more cerebral than most, which means you'll rely on your wits most of the time. Still, having a helping hand in the form of some freebies via MM2 codes never hurts. Blade Ball codes shouldn't be ignored if you're after other gifts. We also have Project Mugetsu codes and Blox Fruits codes that can help you grind those long-tail adventure games. Continue reading Murder Mystery 2 codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:39 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Legends of Speed codes. What are the new Legends of Speed codes? Legends of Speed challenges you to become the fastest runner by competing in races across several different maps. It's one of the most popular games on the Roblox platform, so you may find it difficult to outrun the competition. Thankfully, our Legends of Speed codes can level the playing field and transform you into a speed demon. Our up-to-date list of active Legends of Speed codes includes bonus Steps, so you can hit the ground running in one of the best Roblox games. Want something different to add to your Roblox rotation? Check out these Blade Ball codes And before you speed ahead of your competition, check out the best Roblox music codes to get you pumped ahead of your next race. Without further ado, here are the latest Legends of Speed codes. Continue reading Legends of Speed codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:35 PM August 17, 2024: We have checked for new King Legacy codes. Looking for new King Legacy codes? The Roblox gacha game is one of the most popular on the platform right now. The developer, Venture Lagoons, is great at handing out new codes with a new update, and they even hide the occasional secret code in the world. We've sailed the oceans for the latest codes and listed them below to make the search easier on yourself. King Legacy codes can give you anything from in-game currency and gems to a full stat refund, so you can respec your character from scratch if you wish to do so. And if these aren't enough Roblox freebies for you, take a look at our Roblox promo codes guide, or maybe discover some of the other best Roblox games right now. Blade Ball codes come to mind. Continue reading King Legacy codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:27 PM August 17, 2024: We've added two new Haze Piece codes. What are the new Haze Piece codes? Like many Roblox experiences, Haze Piece is inspired by the popular One Piece anime. If you aspire to become the king of the pirates, then you can get a head start by typing in some codes for free race spins, gems, and even some stat refunds if you fancy changing things up a bit. There are several other anime-inspired Roblox games out there, with the most popular ones at the moment giving away loads of free stuff via codes. We have regularly updated lists for Blade Ball codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Project Slayers codes, among many others. For now, though, let's run through the Haze Piece codes and the rewards on offer. Continue reading Haze Piece codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:19 PM August 17, 2024: We've added two new GPO codes. What are the new GPO codes? We've got the lot! Often topping the charts when it comes to anime-inspired Roblox adventures, Grand Piece Online codes are becoming increasingly rare, making them all the more valuable with each new update. They're a great way to keep ahead of the competition or, if you're new, make an immediate dent in the world. They're also good for getting secondary characters over the starting hurdles. But they expire fast. Released in 2021, Grand Piece Online sees hundreds of thousands of eager Roblox pirates and marines flock to its shores every day. Inspired by the One Piece anime and manga, this one still closely competes with Blox Fruits codes, King Legacy codes, and Fruit Battlegrounds codes. They're some of the biggest, most well-known Pirate-faring adventures on the platform right now, and a great way to understand how this one looks to change things up. Continue reading GPO codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 3:10 PM August 17, 2024: We've added one new Fruit Battlegrounds code. What are the new Fruit Battlegrounds codes? Codes for this Roblox game are a must-have if you want to dominate the leaderboards in the fruity arena. Players are drawn to Popo's game for the anime style and inspiration. You've probably already guessed, but it's another adventure game based on a certain fruit-obsessed Japanese franchise. You might be wondering how to get your hands on Fruit Battlegrounds codes to get free gems that you can spend on free spins, or if you're playing other Roblox games, we have Project Slayers codes and Blox Fruits codes, too. And if you're looking for something a little more new and shiny, Blade Ball codes and Pet Simulator 99 codes are coming in hot. Continue reading Fruit Battlegrounds codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 3:06 PM August 17, 2024: We've added one new Five Nights TD code to this list. What are the newest Five Nights TD codes? The latest list of working Nights TD codes we've put together in this guide has been fully tested and is ready to grant you helpful rewards like in-game currency and other essentials. Inspired by the original Five Nights at Freddy's games, this Roblox take on the iconic horror franchise has been immensely popular with thousands of active players. If it's other horror games you're after, be sure to try out the current Descent codes or Murder Mystery 2 codes. To make it through the night in Five Nights TD though, you'll need the rewards from the codes listed below for the best chance of survival. Continue reading Five Nights TD codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:57 PM August 17, 2024: Two new Fishing Simulator codes have been marked as expired. What are the latest Fishing Simulator codes? Get the best gear and take to the seas to catch fish, hunt sharks, uncover sunken ships, and explore islands for treasure. To customize your aquarium, you need to get ahead of the competition, and that means redeeming a code to get some bonus gold, shards, and gems. Sometimes, these Roblox games release codes relatively infrequently, but there are plenty of alternatives out there that have their own set of codes, such as Blox Fruits codes, Fruit Battlegrounds codes, and Anime Champions Simulator codes. We've even got Blade Ball codes for one of the hottest Roblox games on the platform. For now, though, here's what's going on with Fishing Simulator codes. Continue reading Fishing Simulator codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:50 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Evade codes. What are the current Evade codes? If you're a fan of horror-based Roblox games, then you may want to check out Evade. You need to flee from the pursuing image files before they catch you. These terrifying images take many forms, including Freedy Fazbear, Sans, and even the Angry Videogame Nerd. The better you perform, the more currency you can get to buy items to help you in the next game. As a horror game with no gacha system, there aren't all that many new Evade codes. After monitoring the game for some time, we've not seen any new codes in quite some time, but you may miss out when they are announced. There are plenty of other Roblox games that do have codes, so you might want to grab some free stuff by entering Project Slayers codes, Striker Odyssey codes, and Motorcycle Mayhem codes in-game. Continue reading Evade codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:47 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Dragon Adventures codes. What are the new Dragon Adventures codes? From the very first moment you climb atop your starting dragon, this Roblox game has you fly around looking for treasure. The most valuable of these are the many dragon eggs scattered around the land, as hatching them will give you new friends. Of course, plenty of similar Roblox experiences are available, ranging from expansive open world RPG games to farming simulators where you take care of animals. If you like tending to the needs of cute creatures, we have plenty of Pet Simulator 99 codes to help you get free gems or Elemental Dungeons codes if you want more action-based fantasy fun. Continue reading Dragon Adventures codes August 2024 |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:45 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Doors codes. What are the new Doors codes? Doors is a horror game on the Roblox platform that's not for the faint of heart – especially if you're sensitive to jump scares. Your goal is to advance through a series of doors while avoiding the terrifying entities that give chase. Thankfully, our list of the latest Doors codes is here to help you reach Door 100 in one piece. The latest Doors codes unlock a trove of additional supplies in the Roblox game - including Knobs, Revives, and Boosts - so be sure to redeem them before they expire. We've also included a step-by-step guide on how to redeem Doors codes. Bring some levity to the spooky escape room by tuning your radio to the best Roblox song IDs. If you're a Roblox enthusiast, our Shinobi Life 2 codes and Project Mugetsu codes are sure to be of value. Continue reading Doors codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:41 PM August 17, 2024: We've added two new Da Hood codes to this list. What are the new Da Hood codes? You need tons of cash to equip yourself with the best weapons on these mean streets, whether you're a criminal ransacking banks and shops across the city or a cop trying to stop this crime spree in its tracks. No matter if you decide to side with the robbers or cops, you'll find that having lots of cash can help you take advantage. Da Hood is a third-person shooter game you can play on the Roblox platform, and you can earn cash by either robbing places or catching criminals in the act. If you need further freebies, we've also got the latest Blox Fruits codes, Anime Adventures codes, and Shindo Life codes to redeem. Continue reading Da Hood codes August 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:38 PM August 17, 2024: We've checked for new Death Ball codes. What are the new Death Ball codes? If you're looking for some free gems to afford the anime-inspired skin of your dreams or the best blades and skills you need to keep up with the competition, then you've come to the right place as we're here with some codes to help you win a round of Death Ball. Of course, this is a very similar game to one of the most popular Roblox experiences out there, but with an anime twist. Incidentally, we have all the latest freebies in one place if you're looking for the latest Blade Ball codes, and if you prefer anime gems, these some Haze Piece codes, Fruits Battlegrounds codes, or Anime Champions Simulator codes will get you free stuff there too. Continue reading Death Ball codes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, August 17, 2024 5:41 PM JDM: Rise Of The Scorpion is a free prologue for JDM: Japanese Drift Master, a racing game about - who could guess - drift racing in Japan. It's got an open world set in rural towns to burn rubber around as well as several story missions to play. You can download it from Steam now. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, August 17, 2024 4:51 PM I've got a real soft spot for Trombone Champ, a rhythm game about tooting along to music that works perfectly with the mouse. I'm also a huge fan of Beat Saber, a rhythm game in which you slice at blocks that whizz towards you in VR. You can see where this is going. Trombone Champ: Unflattened transports that 2022 tooting into 2024 virtual reality. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, August 17, 2024 1:05 PM Minecraft's Realms servers have been down for most of the past four days. Mojang's official account for reporting service status updates noted that "intermittent failures or slowdowns" began on August 13th, and despite similarly intermittent reports of uptime in the days since, the servers remain inaccessible to most players today. |
Siliconera Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:00 PM
All good things must come to an end at some point, and so is the case with My Hero Academia. The beloved manga series has gone on for 10 years and is now completely over by the time you're reading this. I actually really love how My Hero Academia ends, especially in the case of Deku and his romance status.
I should warn you ahead of time this will contain full spoilers for the conclusion of My Hero Academia. If you are reading this soon after publishing, the anime has not even come close to catching up to the manga's ending yet. As such, if you are watching only the anime or are not caught up on the manga, now is the time to turn around.
Still here? Great! I am proud of the series' creator Kohei Horikoshi. Horikoshi avoided the pitfalls and awkwardness of other similar shonen series in terms of romance. Not only is Deku's quirk state a phenomenal full circle closure for the hero, but he sticks to himself in the end relationship-wise.
Despite the confession from Ochaco in chapter 429, Deku doesn't appear to end up with her after the eight-year time skip in the final chapter. In fact, it implies he doesn't have much to do with any of his Class 1-A classmates in the future. I honestly prefer it this way, as Deku and Ochaco didn't seem like a compelling couple.
This is a general problem with a lot of similar shonen manga and anime series. Series like Demon Slayer, Naruto, Bleach, Dragon Ball, Inuyasha, and others feel the need to end with the main character falling in love with someone. Some of these series work well, but others feel forced and out of left field. My Hero Academia would certainly fall into the latter category if Deku fell for Ochaco.
Sure, I admire Ochaco's clear feelings for Deku throughout the series. However, there is almost no indication from Deku's side to hint at any reciprocating feelings. In all honesty, Deku's relationship with Ochaco almost feels no different than what he has with the lovable but villainous Himiko Toga. Overall, it makes more sense for there not to be a clear winner in this love triangle.
Deku has such a huge focus on saving the world that romance is seemingly the last thing on his mind. Even after the time skip, he focuses more on raising up the next generation of heroes. His character is the lone wolf in a way, keeping his friends close but at a reasonable distance.
Almost none of the characters make that much sense to end up with him from what we see in the series, so I'm grateful Horikoshi stuck to this conclusion. Beyond Ochaco, as much as I love Toga, she does some horrifying acts. So partnering her with Deku wouldn't make much sense, either.
Mei Hatsume somewhat matches better with Deku personality-wise than either of the other two girls, but she is in the background a little bit too much. As such, I feel like none of the options work that well for this series. In the end, I appreciate Deku's seemingly single relationship status.
This result shows that a fantastic manga and anime series like this one doesn't have to conclude with romance. This shows the series is about saving the world, not who ends up with who. I hope that more shonen action series take from My Hero Academia's spin on romance. In a way, it's like having your cake and eating it, too. Fans can still ship characters for fun without the actual series taking away from what really matters. And, honestly, I think I prefer it this way.
The My Hero Academia manga is available to read from start to finish on Viz Media and Manga Plus. The anime adaptation is available on Crunchyroll.
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Siliconera Saturday, August 17, 2024 4:30 PM
The design for Snow Miku 2025 has been decided. The winner is X (formerly known as Twitter) user "nekohoshi_neko," and the theme for this year was "Kira Kira Snow Material."
Piapro didn't give specific guidelines or a description for the prompt. However, it seems that nekohoshi_neko interpreted it to mean individual snowflakes. There are snow crystals in Miku's hair, as well as in the her dress. Meanwhile, her pigtails curl at the ends and have different-colored streaks, as well as snowflake designs, in them. Unlike normal Mikus, she has a cat-shaped mouth. Rabbit Yukine, the little mascot and friend for Snow Miku, has a similar little outfit. However, the ornament in its hair is a snowball rather than a snowflake.
Piapro chose the winner for this year. You can check out the other submissions, as well as the runner-ups, via the official website. The other designs have very different takes on the prompt. For example, one of them chose to put the hexagonal design of snowflakes in the hem of Miku's dress. Another one focused more on the bright and glittery aspect of snow. As a reminder, the winning design for Snow Miku will appear as a Nendoroid in the future. There will also be a special theme song for the character. You can check out the past Snow Miku designs here.
The Snow Miku 2025 Nendoroid will likely appear some time next year.
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Siliconera Saturday, August 17, 2024 3:00 PM
One of the few things that the HoYoVerse fandom can agree on is that the music in HoYoVerse games is, for the most part, really good. Some tracks even classify as straight-up bangers. The soundtrack of Honkai: Star Rail in particular stands out to me due to the sheer amount of battle themes that can exist in each world when compared to its contemporaries.
Back when I played the closed beta, something that immediately stuck out to me was how much I liked the default battle theme in Herta Space Station. Okay, look, it's not fancy or epic or anything. It's just a vibe and I liked it a lot more than the default Mondstadt battle theme in Genshin Impact (which I was playing literally right before going into the closed beta). I liked it enough that after HoYoVerse shut down the beta servers, the first thing I did was go to YouTube to see if someone uploaded it. So from the beginning, I was quite a fan of Honkai: Star Rail's musical aesthetic.
As the game continued and the updates came out, I felt surprised in a good way at how HoYoVerse tends to add new battle tracks to the game, even when we aren't going to a new world. Genshin Impact is the only other HoYoVerse game I play where I pay attention to the music. But in Genshin, there are only about two or three tracks per region and they feel random. I know that certain tracks only play in certain areas, like how the Sumeru desert and rainforest have separate themes. Listening to them, though, they sound very similar due to sharing the same instruments and general style. This is unfortunate since the different regions look so distinct from each other! So I wish they could sound more unique as well.
In comparison, worlds in Honkai: Star Rail have individual battle themes for different locales, even if they share a world. Compare the Scalegorge Waterscape with the Shackling Prison, Fyxestroll Garden, Cloudford, and the Alchemy Commission. Those areas all look and feel vastly different, so it's great that they all have their own battle themes rather than sharing from a limited bank. In the most recent update, story bosses have regained their unique battle themes in modes like Memory of Chaos and Divergent Universe. This is great, as I'm a big fan of certain ones and it's nice to not listen to the same four or five Echo of War battle themes every week when I want a change of pace.
On paper, it's not that big of a deal. But music is more important than you might think! Check out this Harry Potter edit that was making rounds on the Internet a while back. That poppy music in the background is doing a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to imparting that spring flick vibe. I've long been of the opinion that the D.Gray-Man anime suffered a little (whether the original or Hallow) from hiring Kaoru Wada as the composer. Wada is great. But his style incorporates a lot of traditional Japanese instruments and sounds that really brought Inuyasha to life, yet feel weird in the gothic European setting of D.Gray-Man. Even if the writing, acting, and cinematography of a scene are perfect, a poor soundtrack can ruin the whole thing.
Would I have noticed anything off with the game if it didn't change the soundtrack based on individual maps rather than worlds? Probably not. Nonetheless, it's a nice touch that I appreciate. The sheer amount of variety in music helps to make the world of Honkai: Star Rail feel larger and grander than it may be, which fits perfectly with the space opera genre. Now if only the designs for the female characters' outfits could take some notes!
Honkai: Star Rail is readily available on the PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices.
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While Nintendo has not given any concrete information, market news comparing Nintendo and Sony have predicted that we may see the Nintendo Switch 2 some time in early 2025. With the Switch growing older, Nintendo may need to release something new in order to keep up with trends. [Thanks, Kabutan!]
Various sources over the years have given tidbits of information regarding the Nintendo Switch 2, or whatever Nintendo will name the successor to the console. It will likely be on the "cheaper" end at under $499, yet its specs will be slightly inferior to that of the PS4 Pro. For reference, the current price for a a normal Nintendo Switch is $299.99. Meanwhile, an OLED model is $349.99. Kabutan is guessing that the Nintendo Switch 2's price may lead to inbound demand generation due to differences between the US dollar and the Japanese yen.
Toyo Securities analyst Hideki Yasuda was the one who predicted that the Switch 2 would come out in early 2025. He stated that Nintendo made way less money compared to Sony, as well as its own previous year. However, this was within Nintendo's expectations for two main reasons. Firstly, unlike last year, Nintendo doesn't have a major hit like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, which would affect its growth. Second of all, the Switch is in its eighth year now. So it stands to reason that hardware sales would go down.
If Yasuda's predictions are accurate, we may see the Nintendo Switch in early 2025 (likely some time within Q2 2025). Until then, we will need to wait for Nintendo's official announcement.
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