PCGamesN Sunday, September 29, 2024 2:48 PM  Out of all the free-to-play open-world games to launch in 2024, Once Human is undoubtedly one of the most impressive of the bunch. The survival game has drawn in an enormous player base with its fun co-op offerings and recently launched new PvP modes. However, the game has been plagued with cheaters, something Starry Studio is taking quite seriously. Continue reading Once Human names and shames cheaters in fair play crackdown MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best sandbox games, Best open-world games, Best survival games |
PCGamesN Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:47 PM  While I didn't get my hands on it due to time constraints, my demo of Titan Quest 2 courtesy of developer Grimlore Games was a real highlight of the show. I'm a huge fan of ARPGs, and with Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred imminent, the Path of Exile 2 beta just around the corner, and contenders like Last Epoch and Torchlight Infinite continuing to grow and improve, we're in a real heyday for the genre right now. In a new developer blog, Grimlore reveals how different content types will work in its upcoming PC game, and it's all about rewarding exploration. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best fantasy games, Best games like Diablo, Best co-op games |
PCGamesN Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:45 PM  Baldur's Gate 3 may have the most dedicated fan base of any game released this generation. Larian's latest game has exploded in popularity, becoming a cultural phenomenon far beyond the stretches of just video games. With so many fans dedicating their time and energy to the role-playing game, it is no wonder many have cooked up incredible mods that improve the game in nearly every measure. Continue reading Huge Baldur's Gate 3 mod makes its world look better than ever MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Baldur's Gate 3 builds, BG3 mods, Baldur's Gate 3 classes |
PCGamesN Sunday, September 29, 2024 4:12 PM  What is the Minecraft Bundles of Bravery update? The next Minecraft update is coming to the vanilla game, and features a new feature for Bedrock players alongside a long-awaited new storage item. Another larger update then follows shortly afterwards, bringing a creepy new biome and mob to Minecraft. Annual Minecraft updates have been announced during the Minecraft Live livestream for the last few years, but Mojang recently announced that there will now be more regular, smaller updates spread throughout the year, and the Minecraft Bundles of Bravery update is the next one of those. Here's everything coming to the sandbox game in the next Minecraft update and beyond. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
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Siliconera Sunday, September 29, 2024 6:15 PM
Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred is a return to several things for the series. While it visually attempts to ape off of the much beloved and highly acclaimed Diablo 2, and it's subsequent Lord of Destruction expansion, it appears as though Blizzard Entertainment wants to dig into that even further, dredging up mechanics and features from what was considered the high point of the series. And I couldn't help but consider the possibility, or rather, how interesting it would be to see the classes from Diablo 3 appear in Diablo 4 as Mercenaries.
For those unfamiliar with the Mercenary system, in Diablo 2 you could hire mercenaries in major towns to accompany you through various continents to defeat the Prime Evils. These companions were not given individual character arcs, and were instead faces with names and classes attached. They could die, and if you had grown attached to them, either through their utility or constructing a narrative in your head over who they could have been, it could sometimes feel like a loss. New mercenaries could be hired to replace your old one, continuing the cycle of live, die, repeat.
Diablo 3 expanded this system, though some would argue that it was a step back in some ways as players weren't exactly looking for the mercenaries of old to become fully fleshed out characters. Instead of hiring a nameless Sorcerer, instead you could take Cormac the Templar with you, who had a small introductory quest that gave you an idea of what this man was about, and what his ideals were. Diablo 3 had a total of three mercenaries you could recruit and equip, and even tailor their skills.
This is more or less the direction Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred is seeming to go in. There are a total of four companion characters, which Blizzard Entertainment has shared very little information about, that seemingly have their own stories. What those stories are have yet to be seen, or their utility. But they seem to encompass some kind of role that will align with a handful of playstyles and builds. While these new Mercenaries in Diablo 4 do seem neat, a part of me would have loved, or would love, to see the classes of Diablo 3 return in some way.
Like many players I am beating on my chest for a true "tank" class. I want a Templar (that doesn't seem likely given new lore), a Paladin (also unlikely due to lore reasons), or the Crusader (again, probably not possible due to lore). But if I can't play one of these three "holy warriors," I would love to see one join my party. Perhaps a jaded Paladin, or the last Crusader in search of someone to pass his armor and flail to. Or even the Demon Hunter! I loved the Demon Hunter and the lore surrounding the class. Yes, Diablo 3 was a colorful game which was a point of contention for the player base, but the Demon Hunter was a class forged in some of the most painful, traumatic experiences possible. So having a Demon Hunter, perhaps on the cusp of turning into what they hunt, would fall in line with the cynical tone of Diablo 4.
It would also give the team the chance to further flesh out what happened between the events of Diablo 3 and Diablo 4 without it being contained to a series of short stories or novels not everyone can get their hands on. (Or maybe don't want to read in general.) I know I would certainly like to know more. Even getting that sliver of information about how Malthael wiped out a good chunk of humanity in Reaper of Souls had me sucked into the "What ifs" of what transpired between games.
And if we can't play or revisit those classes that some of loved in Diablo 3 for one reason or another, adding them in through other means could, at the very least be interesting.
Diablo IV is available on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC, and the Vessel of Hatred expansion release date is 8, 2024.
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Siliconera Sunday, September 29, 2024 3:00 PM
The Dragon Ball series has been going strong for many years. After the tragic passing of Akira Toriyama, there is still more content to enjoy in the near future. As we look back at the massive, monumental anime and manga series, it is now time to figure out the best Dragon Ball character of all time.
Some of the Siliconera staff members have come together to give our thoughts on the best Dragon Ball character. We picked our favorite character based on a number of factors. It could be how strong the person is, their design, personality, or even story arc. Regardless, these are our favorites. We are including characters from every series from the original Dragon Ball all the way to GT.
Siliconera Speaks Up: Best Dragon Ball Character Ever
I cannot state more how much I love Krillin. He may not be the strongest warrior of all time, he may not be as important as the story gets universal in Dragon Ball Super, but he's always had a tremendous heart. His friendship with Goku from the earliest days was always funny and sweet and we cannot deny how good his outfits were all throughout the Dragon Ball series to date. -- John
Across all Dragon Ball series and arcs, Gohan will always be my guy. He was a role model growing up, seeing so much of myself in him as a kid myself watching the series. I even saw similarities in our personalities in how we care more about studying and learning than fighting or training. We are both a little nerdy and awkward. While I was saddened when his presence in the series took a step back after the Cell Saga, I am still a huge fan of Goku's first son. -- Cody
Be sure to let us know in the comments below your favorite character!
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Siliconera Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:30 PM
The Chinese Three Kingdoms era figure Lu Bu has also been known as a very powerful boss in Koei Tecmo's Dynasty Warriors games, and it will be no exception either in the series' newest entry, Dynasty Warriors Origins. The live stage and stream from the PlayStation booth on the fourth and final day of Tokyo Game Show 2024 featured a challenging fight against the boss character.
The segment in question was based on the TGS 2024 demo build of Dynasty Warriors Origins. While the demo primarily featured the Battle of Sishui Gate stage, it had an extra challenge for players with decent skills. Those who cleared the demo stage with a rank of A or S and had over a minute remaining from the allotted 15 minutes of gameplay could get an extra fight against Lu Bu.
Despite the availability of the extra challenge, there had been no reports of a player who could defeat Lu Bu in the Dynasty Warriors Origins demo before this stage show went live. The PlayStation booth team thus tasked the game's producer Tomohiko Sho to play the demo by himself and try to reach and beat Lu Bu.
The stream's archive is also available to watch right below. Tomohiko Sho's gameplay attempt starts at around 41:10, and the Lu Bu challenge begins at 52:50. The same stream also featured a sneak peek of the Campaign Against Yuan Shu stage earlier at 22:25.
Dynasty Warriors Origins will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC simultaneously worldwide on January 17, 2025.
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TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 7:48 PM This week's preview from Games Workshop features significant updates for Blood Angels enthusiasts. With the release of a new Codex Supplement: Blood Angels and a variety of detailed miniatures, fans of this iconic Chapter of the Space Marines have plenty to look forward to. Codex Supplement: Blood Angels The new Codex Supplement: Blood Angels includes... |
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TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 7:22 PM Atlas Games has announced plans to release the Ars Magica role-playing game system and setting under an open license. The initiative will be supported by a crowdfunding campaign set to launch on October 15 at 11 a.m. Central US time on BackerKit.com. The campaign is tied to the upcoming release of the Ars Magica Definitive... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 7:15 PM Steamforged Games has released an update for Warmachine fans with a new roadmap and significant changes to the game's formats. In a blog post, Mat Hart, founder and CCO of Steamforged, outlined the upcoming plans for the popular tabletop game, detailing new releases and shifts in the game's structure aimed at improving accessibility for both... |
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TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 6:57 PM Osprey Games has launched Through The Hedgerow, a new fantasy roleplaying game written by Jonathan Rowe and illustrated by Peter Johnston. The game presents a mix of folk horror, fairy tale elements, and historical settings. Set in a world where supernatural forces battle for control of the countryside, Through The Hedgerow features a cast of... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 6:51 PM In the ongoing conflict of the Horus Heresy, the forge worlds played a significant role in the wars involving the Legiones Astartes and Solar Auxilia. This week's Heresy Thursday announcement from Games Workshop introduces the Mechanicum Battle Group to Legions Imperialis in a new launch box. This set includes 146 miniatures, offering a well-rounded Mechanicum... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 6:22 PM Ares Games has revealed their upcoming game releases for Essen Spiel 2024, offering several exciting titles for fans of strategy and board games. Whether you plan to attend the event or follow from home, here's a look at their latest offerings. Mega Empires: The West & The East One of the key releases from Ares... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 3:17 PM Corvus Belli has announced a range of new arrivals for their Infinity miniature wargame. Armata Proyekt-2 Ratnik (Spitfire) The Ratnik is a heavily-armored unit designed to deliver significant firepower on the battlefield. With its Spitfire weapon and reinforced Teseum armor, this unit can provide strong offensive capabilities while sustaining heavy fire. Mukhtar (Red Fury) The... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Sunday, September 29, 2024 2:28 PM Osprey Publishing and Warlord Games have officially released Bolt Action: Third Edition, a major update to their highly regarded World War II tabletop wargame. Released on Thursday, this new edition brings refinements to the core mechanics, enhancing both the depth of play and accessibility for newcomers. Bolt Action: Third Edition allows players to recreate iconic... |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:37 PM An announcement trailer was also released. The post Nine Sols Coming in November for PC and Consoles appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:29 PM El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron HD Remaster is available now for other platforms. The post El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron HD Remaster Coming to PS5 appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Sunday, September 29, 2024 12:19 PM As part of Tokyo Game Show 2024 The post Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Gets New Details and Gameplay Footage appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |