GamersHeroes Monday, October 7, 2024 7:29 PM Developed by NCSOFT and published by Amazon Games, more than three million registered players have answered the call to reclaim Solisium since Throne and Liberty's launch on October 1. The post Throne and Liberty Sees Over 3 Million Players in First Week appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Monday, October 7, 2024 4:41 PM The rebirth of an award-winning story, Ice-Pick Lodge and HypeTrain Digital announced that Pathologic 3 will launch in 2025. The post Pathologic 3 Coming in 2025 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Monday, October 7, 2024 2:01 PM The team at Saga Origins, together with Metaverse Game Studio, has launched Open Alpha Season 2 of their narrative strategy-RPG Angelic: The Chaos Theatre. The post Season 2 of Narrative Strategy-RPG Angelic: The Chaos Theatre Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Monday, October 7, 2024 1:23 PM For all the thrill-seekers out there this spooky season, Gaggle Studios' intense, co-operative horror title 7 Minutes in Hell is now available in Steam Early Access. The post 7 Minutes in Hell Now Available in Steam Early Access appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Monday, October 7, 2024 12:49 PM 5minlab (a creative studio in the KRAFTON, Inc. family) has released their top-down arena shooter Kill the Crows for the Nintendo Switch. The post Top-Down Arena Shooter Kill the Crows Now Available on Nintendo Switch appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 6:30 PM  Happy Diablo IV day to all who celebrate. The action-RPG's Vessel of Hatred expansion is finally here, though it will end up going live later than expected due to "a small issue on the backend," Blizzard confirmed on Monday. |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 5:20 PM  The Joker 2 (officially called Joker: Folie à Deux)is out and it's not doing very well. Critics don't seem to like it, audiences don't enjoy it, and it's not making nearly as much money as its 2019 blockbuster predecessor. And if you are a big fan of the first Joker and decided to still go see the movie after all the… |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 5:00 PM  Gilbert Auchinleck, better known as Doc Harris, the man whose narration on the English version of Dragon Ball Z has reached iconic meme status over the decades, has died at age 76. News of his passing was first posted by Broadcast Dialogue, which reported Harris died on Saturday, October 5, following "minor surgery"… |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 4:00 PM  Laucnhing for everyone on Tuesday, the Silent Hill 2 remake from Bloober Team and Konami is a very well-made recreation of the original horror game. However, while somefans are complaining about certain changes made in the remake, the original game's director is praising these tweaks online. |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 3:50 PM Unreal Engine is so good at making games look hyper realistic that it's become a meme for a certain style of uncanny fan video showing everything from The Legend of Zelda to The Simpsons remade with ultra detailed CGI effects. Well, now Halo's Master Chief is getting that treatment for real, and the initial tease… |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 2:50 PM Metaphor: ReFantazio may be one of the most stylish-looking games ever made, even more so than Persona 5, the incredibly flashy Atlus RPG that preceded it. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it turns out the menus that play a huge role in establishing the visual identities of these games are very hard to make. |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 1:30 PM  Over the years, Persona, Atlus' high school social sim RPG series, has captured my heart as the quintessential "power of friendship" games. The games have meaningful things to say about human connection as they follow high schoolers trying to save the world and still study for their final exams. But even when the… |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 1:30 PM  In addition to a brand new story, tons of quality-of-life improvements, many new mechanics, and even some new endgame dungeons to enjoy, Diablo IV: Vessel Of Hatred also adds a new class; the Spiritborn. |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 1:02 PM  I'll be real with you, there's a lot to play right now. The fall season of releases is in full swing and is especially full of heavyweight RPGS like Metaphor: ReFantazio and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, which are coming down the pipeline later this month. However, if I could draw your attention away from the incoming… |
Kotaku Monday, October 7, 2024 12:30 PM  It's time, once again, for The Wanderer to suit up and go dungeon crawling. This time, in the new Vessel of Hatred expansion for Diablo IV, you're in pursuit of poor, tormented Neyrelle in the Hate-ridden lands of Nahantu. Much as I'd like to tell you that there's a nice handy little pamphlet titled, "So, You Just… |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 7:02 PM  How long is Vessel of Hatred? Set after the campaign, the new expansion takes us on a journey through the mysterious region of Nahantu in search of Neyrelle. To cut a long story short (and to avoid spoilers), Neyrelle's fate hangs in the balance as she is being hunted down by Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred. The Diablo 4 DLC introduces mercenaries to the RPG game, a new mechanic that gives you a trusty companion to take you through the most demanding difficulty levels. You're going to need a helping hand as the Diablo 4 campaign will push you to your limits, and that doesn't factor in any of the end game content. Let's not get ahead of ourselves just yet, here's how long it will take you to finish the Vessel of Hatred campaign. Continue reading Vessel of Hatred length and how long to beat MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 7:01 PM  How do you access the Diablo 4 Dark Citadel? This endgame PvE activity sees you team up with friends to tackle its difficult bosses and take down hordes of enemies throughout three wings. Resting at the bottom of a huge crater left by the Mage Clan civil war, the Dark Citadel is home to the Khazra, or Goat Demons, who are attempting to summon their overlord. It's your party's job to prevent that from happening. Diablo 4's Dark Citadel is Diablo 4's first multiplayer-focused content, introducing the game's most challenging encounters. It contains complex mechanics that require some figuring out rather than being able to approach them with brute force. You'll want one of the strongest Diablo 4 builds to take on these difficult activities. Still, we've found success using the Diablo 4 Spiritborn class - the newest one in the game - and its overpowered Centipede guardian. Continue reading Diablo 4 Dark Citadel - how to unlock, all bosses, and rewards MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 7:01 PM  Who is Akarat in Diablo 4? If you've played Diablo like, at all, you'll hear his name a lot. So if, like me, 'Akarat chirs cha cham' is playing over and over again in your head, here's a full rundown of who your godly companion is, and where he fits in the Diablo story. Note that this guide contains spoilers for the Vessel of Hatred campaign. We've all seen the trailer for Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred. Neyrelle, guided by a native of Nahantu, crosses the river to Kurast in a rowing boat, dutifully chanting to Akarat. As Mephisto takes over and her arms are mercilessly split apart, we realize that Akarat is going to play a huge part in the RPG's campaign - which we have a Diablo 4 DLC review for, if you're interested - especially given the breadth of Mephisto's inky corruption. If you're new to Diablo, however, you may not have encountered Akarat, so here's a rundown of exactly who he is, and what part he plays in Sanctuary's story. Continue reading Who is Akarat in Diablo 4? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 7:00 PM  What is the Diablo 4 Realmwalker event? Those familiar with Diablo 4 will feel right at home in an overworld event - huge bosses roaming the environs are old hat. A new addition with the Diablo 4 DLC, however, brings back an old foe - the Realmwalker - and tasks you with taking down these hulking beasts. It doesn't end there, though, as there is plenty to explore even after you're victorious in battle. For those taking the plunge into the Diablo 4 DLC - and why wouldn't you after reading our glowing Diablo 4 DLC review - the Realmwalker world event is a great opportunity to test your Diablo 4 build and earn some valuable loot in the process. Here we have the frequency and times of the event in the RPG game, plus what you need to do once you've downed the Realmwalker. Continue reading Diablo 4 Realmwalker event explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 7:00 PM  What is the Kurast Undercity in Diablo 4? There are many ways to acquire both levels and loot in Diablo 4 - getting through the campaign should see you net plenty of both, but once that's over with, the real test of the endgame begins. Having an experience focused on helping you get stronger, while also being fun, is exactly what the Kurast Undercity is there for. The Diablo 4 DLC brings with it a ton of new content that should appeal to veterans and newcomers alike - the Spiritborn class alone is worth the price of entry. There are plenty of new ways to interact with the world: the Realmwalker world event, the Dark Citadel, and, of course, the Kurast Undercity. Continue reading Diablo 4 Kurast Undercity explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:59 PM  Various historical settings from around the world and across the centuries have been rinsed by videogames at this point - feudal Japan, World War 2 Germany, ancient Greece, you know the ones. However, one that seems to be overlooked despite its rich history is the Aztec Empire. Well, Tlatoani is a new city builder that's bucking that trend, and you'll be able to try it out for free soon when October's Steam Next Fest kicks off. Continue reading Exciting Aztec city builder Tlatoani is getting a free Steam demo MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best city-building games, The best survival games on PC, The best indie games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:19 PM  When you're the custodian of one of the best and most popular JRPG series of all time, deciding to spool up a new series in the same genre may not seem like the wisest of choices. Well, Atlus threw caution to the wind and it'll be happy it did so, because the Persona developer's new behemoth, Metaphor ReFantazio, is looking like a Game of the Year frontrunner. With review scores now in from critics, it is now right up there with Astro Bot and Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion as 2024's best new games. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Metaphor Refantazio release date, Best RPG games, Best JRPGs |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:15 PM  With only moments until the official launch of the Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred expansion, Blizzard has decided to postpone the launch time. Despite the delay, it's expected that Vessel of Hatred will still launch on the scheduled day, but there may be a little wait for players eager to hop in and try the new Spiritborn class. Continue reading Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred delayed as issue pushes back launch time MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:13 PM  Want to know more about Dragon Ball Sparking Zero wishes? There are seven dragon balls scattered across the planet, and if you find them all, you have the power to grant any wish… well, any wish within reason, this is a game, after all. Finding all seven dragon balls grants you access to Dragon Ball Sparking Zero wishes, allowing you to summon one of three dragons in the anime game. No matter what you're after, there's a good chance that one of the dragons in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero can make your dreams come true, giving you access to in-game rewards that could take quite a while to unlock. Give our Dragon Ball Sparking Zero characters unlock guide a read to find out which ones you can get by summoning Super Shenron. Continue reading Dragon Ball Sparking Zero wishes explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dragon Ball Sparking Zero roster, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero release date, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero system requirements |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:13 PM  Want to unlock every character in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero? You're going to need to put in some work if you want to get your hands on every character on the Sparking Zero roster. While you instantly gain access to over one hundred fighters when you first boot up the game, there are fan favorites like Bardock, Janemba, and Ultra Instinct Goku who you won't have access to right away. Now that Dragon Ball Sparking Zero is here, it's time to find out what needs to be done to unlock the entire roster. Take a look at the Dragon Ball Sparking Zero roster to see which fighters you can use to construct the perfect team, and check out our Sparking Zero tier list to include some of the fighting game's strongest warriors. Continue reading Unlock all characters in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dragon Ball Sparking Zero roster, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero release date, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero system requirements |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 5:14 PM  PvP is probably the hardest thing to master in an MMO. Some games somewhat shove it to the sidelines like World of Warcraft, others focus on it like Throne and Liberty, and some simply excel at having a thriving community enjoying all that it can offer, as in the case of the Elder Scrolls Online. Occasionally, however, a new idea comes along that really shakes things up, and that looks to be the case in the upcoming relaunched MMO, New World Aeternum. Continue reading New World Aeternum details how its free-for-all PvP zone will work MORE FROM PCGAMESN: New World server list, Best MMORPGs, New World review |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 6:52 PM  Whether you're a League of Legends purist or you've been recently enraptured with Deadlock's spin on the MOBA formula, Supervive is definitely a game to have on your radar if it isn't already. Now, after some closed playtests, the ambitious new MOBA and battle royale mashup is gearing up for its next big step - a limited-time, free open demo for players to try during Steam Next Fest, which is right around the corner. Continue reading Upcoming MOBA Supervive is getting a free, week-long demo very soon MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MOBAs, Best battle royale games, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 4:20 PM  Halloween is swiftly approaching with all the spookiness it traditionally brings. Horror games like Dead by Daylight take part in the celebrations annually, taking what's already quite scary and adding a ghoulish twist to the proceedings. This year is no different, and developer Behaviour Interactive has dated when players can expect to hop into the different events kicking off this month with its October roadmap. Continue reading DBD October roadmap teases big events for the spookiest month MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 2:10 PM  There's no denying that Farming Simulator is one of the best sim series ever, and its next entry later in the year will take you to three bespoke regions around the world for some added variety. However, if you want your agricultural ambitions to be a little less restricted, Global Farmer gives you a similar farming sim experience but lets you pitch up anywhere on Earth. Don't believe me? Well, you can try it for yourself right now as the game has just launched in early access on Steam. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best farming games, Best simulation games, Best strategy games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 1:49 PM  There are several big names in the horror game pantheon such as Resident Evil, Silent Hill, Alien Isolation, Outlast, Dead Space, and of course - Until Dawn. Most of them have found a home on PC but it's taken a staggering nine years for the last title to reach our beloved computers. Its launch appears to be bittersweet for fans, however, with the game earning a 'mixed' rating on Steam following its release with several different issues reported by players. Continue reading Legendary horror game Until Dawn lands on PC but struggles on Steam MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Best story games, Best adventure games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 1:39 PM  Who are the Metaphor ReFantazio voice actors? Sporting a full suite of accents from across the UK, Metaphor ReFantazio really has put the 'United Kingdom' into the 'United Kingdom of Euchronia' for Studio Zero's big post-medieval election adventure. But who's made the cast list in the game of the year candidate? As we can attest to in our Metaphor ReFantazio review, the RPG's actors have popped off. Featuring top dogs from across anime, gaming, and beyond, alongside upcoming stars, the Metaphor ReFantazio cast list is filled to the brim with talent. To learn who the Metaphor ReFantazio voice actors are, as well as what they're known for, read on. Continue reading Metaphor ReFantazio voice actors and cast list MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Metaphor Refantazio release date, Best RPG games, Best JRPGs |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 1:01 PM  Pathologic might be a tough game to recommend, but it's one every single enthusiast needs to play. The metatextual survival RPG is the textbook definition of friction by design alongside Dark Souls. Pathologic wants you to suffer, it wants the mechanics to feel obtuse, it wants there to be extended downtime. You grow to appreciate the deliberate design decisions, and eventually admire them. If you're yet to try this cult classic though, Pathologic 3 has just been announced, and you have plenty of time to catch up. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best single-player games, Upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 1:08 PM  When is the next Supervive playtest? Theorycraft Games is aiming for the stars with its debut release. Supervive is part hero shooter, part battle royale, with a sprinkling of everyone's favorite MOBA on top, as a treat. They call it an improvisational sandbox, and after taking part in the latest playtest, we can confirm all of these descriptors are accurate. While Supervive doesn't have a firm release date, with an open beta coming sometime later this year, alpha playtests have been occurring, giving players a chance to jump in and get to grips with the multiplayer game. There are plenty of characters on show, and already a competitive and healthy player base, but for those who haven't had a chance to play, or those who are chomping at the bit to get in, when is the next Supervive playtest? Continue reading When is the next Supervive playtest? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MOBAs, Best battle royale games, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:44 PM  October 7, 2024: We have checked and added 26 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 October 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:42 PM  The Nvidia CES 2025 keynote has been confirmed, and Jensen Huang will once again take to the stage to reveal the latest hardware and software updates from the company. This year's keynote is all the more exciting as it's expected to be where the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 are revealed. While the GeForce RTX 5090 release date is still being kept under wraps by Nvidia, rumors of a CES 2025 reveal have been running rampant for a few months after an RTX 5090 launch date leak suggested the iconic trade show would be where the new GPUs are going to debut. While the RTX 5090 is expected to be the best graphics card for gaming, leaks suggest the new RTX 5080 will be much less powerful. Continue reading Nvidia CES 2025 keynote confirmed as RTX 5090 reveal rumors heat up MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GeForce RTX 4070 Super review, DLSS explained, Best graphics cards |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:34 PM  Intel has finally stated, for the record, that it has fixed all the problems with its 13th and 14th-gen gaming CPUs for good. This final Intel CPU fix was issued over a week ago, and while the company did say that it had tracked down the root cause, it didn't say with certainty that the fix it released was the final one. This is the first time Intel has spoken, on the record, with confirmation that undamaged Intel Raptor Lake CPUs now have a permanent fix. It's been a long road getting here, with many of the best gaming CPUs facing months of risk from voltage instability issues, even after several updates. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Core i5 14600K review, Best gaming CPU, Core i9 14900K review |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:36 PM  If you've been waiting to purchase one of Intel's most recent gaming CPUs amid concerns over instability issues, then the time has finally come to part with your cash. Newegg currently has a massive Intel CPU deal on its 14th-gen chips, where you can save over $130 on a brand-new processor. This sale comes off the back of confirmation from Intel that the instability issue is now resolved, with the latest update, microcode 0x12B, being the final Intel stability update rolled out by motherboard manufacturers. If you already purchased one of the impacted chips, say, the Intel Core i9 14900K, and the instability issue has already caused damage, your only option is to contact Intel customer support. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Core i5 14600K review, Best gaming CPU, Core i9 14900K review |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:16 PM  What are some cool Minecraft build ideas? The sandbox game remains one of the best of all time over a decade on from its release, but such a long time in one game means you might be running out of ideas. We've been there: you've already built a city, a castle, or even a Wild West outpost, so what's next? Luckily, there are plenty of unique builds, farms, and creations out there to inspire your next Minecraft project. Unlike our favorite Minecraft house ideas or Minecraft castles, for example, this list is more varied, and contains plenty of inspiration. From a stylish Minecraft Nether Portal to automated farms, from massive decorative builds to homely aquariums, these ideas can be copied directly or simply used to inspire your future Minecraft builds. Continue reading 31 Minecraft build ideas for 1.21 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Monday, October 7, 2024 12:04 PM  I love Halo, but recent years haven't been too kind to our Master Chief. 343 Industries made the best feeling game in the entire series with Infinite, but a dreadful launch held it back from true greatness. Then the team fell silent. Infinite was slowly crawling out of the pit, but the series' future felt nebulous. Now we have a glimpse of what's coming, and it's incredibly promising. The way Halo is being developed is changing, and it's symbolic of a revision we need to see across all triple-A games. Continue reading The new Halo games could totally fix the broken triple-A industry MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Halo Infinite system requirements, Halo Infinite Bosses, Halo Infinite ranks |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, October 7, 2024 1:00 PM  Found a dead rat in my inbox this morning. When I examined the entrails it spelled out the following: PaThoLoGiC 3 aNnOuNcEd ToDaY. Ah, I see. Developers Ice Pick Lodge are working on a sequel to their infamously oppressive plague town simulator, only this time the follow-up will feature "a time-travel mechanic, allowing players to go back and see how their decisions change the lives of the townspeople." It will also put you in the fancy-schmancy shoes of the Bachelor, a doctor fond of quoting Latin phrases, who will have the ability to order quarantines and request patrols of entire areas of town. There's no firm release date yet, but we're told it'll be ready some time next year. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, October 7, 2024 12:48 PM  Why yes, that was a micro change in air density you just noticed on your motion tracker. Ten years since the release of horror adaptation Alien Isolation, Creative Assembly have announced that they're making a sequel. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, October 7, 2024 12:06 PM  Halo creators 343 Industries are having a bit of a glow-up. They're now calling themselves Halo Studios, a piece of rhetorical doubling-down that reminds me of those dril tweets about "James Bond, author of James Bond". They've also abandoned the proprietary Slipspace game engine used by Halo Infinite in favour of Epic's Unreal Engine 5, which will be the basis for "multiple new games". To celebrate the occasion, Halo Studios have released some footage of Project Foundry, an expansive Unreal Engine 5 prototype and spawning vat for actual Halo games, which is billed by the Xbox Newswire as a kind of ur-Halo - "a true reflection of what would be required for a new Halo game using Unreal, and a training tool for how to get there". |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, October 7, 2024 12:04 PM  The Silent Hill 2 remake is only out today, but it's been nearly two years since the first system requirements appeared, immediately distressing our PCs so badly that they started having their own nightmares of fog-smothered towns and James Sunderland in an uncomfortably high-poly nurse outfit. Those requirements have since lowered and risen, and now we know for sure that nu-Silent Hill 2 is one tough customer for performance – albeit one that benefits greatly from just one or two key settings tweaks. |
Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 7:30 PM
Itagaki Games LLC, the studio headed by Dead or Alive and modern Ninja Gaiden creator Tomonobu Itagaki, consolidated under a new Itagaki Games Co., Ltd name. While the studio released a dissolution notice in October 7, 2024, the developers will continue operating under the new name. [Thanks, GameBiz!]
The studio was originally reported by GameBiz to have closed down its doors for good. However, it was later clarified that Itagaki Games consolidated and would continue operating after the studio changed its name on September 2024 to Itagaki Games Co., Ltd.
Itagaki Games was originally established in January 2021 after the developer left his Representative Director role at Valhalla Game Studios for a new Prime Advisor role. Valhalla Game Studios was founded by Itagaki and Satoshi Kanematsu on 2008. The studio would go on to develop Devil's Third which released for the Wii U in 2015. Valhalla Game Studios later disappeared after merging with studio Soleil on December 2021.
Itagaki Games founder Tomonobu Itagaki originally announced upon the new studio's founding that its first game would appear for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. However, no formal announcement of its first title has been made by the studio since its inception.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 6:30 PM
Perfect World Games has released a trailer for Masaki Ashiya, who is a new 5-star character in Persona 5: The Phantom X. You can watch his trailer on Bilibili.
In real life, Ashiya is a student who likes to spend his time with flowers and works at a florist. Once he's in the Metaverse though, he becomes Cherish, who looks like a typical prince or knight from a fairy tale. A common sentiment in the comments on the Persona 5: The Phantom X Masaki Ashiya trailer via Bilibili is, "Bro, you're so cool," so his knightly ways have already stolen the hearts of the fans. His Persona II is Amalthea, who is the foster mother of Zeus in Greek mythology. You can check out a more in-depth look at his kit in this video as well.
Ashiya's Chinese voice actor is Lin Jing. Jing's previous roles include Heizou in Genshin Impact, Wise in Zenless Zone Zero, and Zheng Zha in Terror Infinity. In Japanese, Takafumi Maeuchi voices Ashiya. Maeuchi is up and coming voice actor with minor roles in properties like Mashle: Magic and Muscles, Shangri-La Frontier, and Lost Judgment.
Persona 5: The Phantom X is readily available on mobile devices and PC in South Korea, Taiwan, and China. A global version is in the works, and a closed beta test is scheduled in Japan.
The post Masaki Ashiya in Persona 5: The Phantom X is Handsome appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 5:30 PM
Police are looking into Shinji Saito, a member of the comedy group Jungle Pocket and who appeared in the Umamusume movie, due to allegations of sexual assault. According to NNN, the incident took place in July 2024. [Thanks, Game Watch!]
As mentioned earlier, the assault took place back in July 2024 and it happened in a studio bus they'd been using while filming a television program. The victim is a woman in her 20s. Saito has confessed to the allegations. He also stated that he regrets causing trouble to the victim and his own family due to his thoughtless actions.
Saito Shinji, who is 41 years old as of 2024, is a Japanese comedian, actor, voice actor, and race horse owner. He was part of the comedy group Jungle Pocket. His love of race horsing, as well as him being a part of a comedy group called Jungle Pocket, may have been why he appeared in Umamusume Pretty Derby: Beginning of a New Era as a commentator. As a result of this criminal incident, Yoshimoto Kogyo, the company that employs Jungle Pocket, has dismissed him from the job. Saito's declining health had limited his appearances from August 2024, even prior to this scandal.
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is available on mobile devices and Windows PC, with an English release is in the works.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 5:15 PM
The Kingdom Hearts series started out as essentially Disney meets Final Fantasy. This is seen even in the fact that several Final Fantasy characters from different iterations of the franchise appear in the various games. Here are the most notable and best Final Fantasy characters to appear in the Kingdom Hearts games.
Best Kingdom Hearts Final Fantasy Characters: Cloud (Final Fantasy VII)
The brooding Cloud Strife is one of the first Final Fantasy characters players meet in Kingdom Hearts. He is also perhaps the most prolific, featuring in four of the titles in some direct way. This leads to an entire story arc revolving around Cloud, his training in the Colosseum, and his journey to defeat his nemesis Sephiroth.
Tidus (Final Fantasy X)
Tidus is one of the childhood friends of Sora and Riku. Despite being from Final Fantasy X, he somehow appears on the Destiny Islands in this series in a younger version of himself. There is a lot to love about the goofy and awkward protagonist, especially as he acts as a fun tutorial for Sora.
Selphie (Final Fantasy VIII)
Selphie is one of the other members of the crossover trio that grows up on the Destiny Islands alongside Sora and Riku. She is perhaps even more notable, though, since she comes from a different game entirely — Final Fantasy VIII — and her lovable outgoing personality shines through. She even gets a significant enough story arc later in the series as a classmate of Kairi's.
Sephiroth (Final Fantasy VII)
The infamous villain of Final Fantasy VII, Sephiroth, is even a boss for Sora to fight in this series. Sephiroth is one of the most challenging foes in both the original Kingdom Hearts and Kingdom Hearts 2. He will truly challenge your knowledge of the game and every mechanic. Plus, prior to Final Fantasy VII Remake, this was one of his best graphical appearances.
Moogles
I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the lovable mascots of the Final Fantasy series: the Moogles. Sure, they aren't as flashy as the other characters on this list. However, they make up for this with being in every single game. In fact, they have the notable role of being the shopkeepers in most titles. This means they are actively involved in the player's story in every game, being far more essential than most crossover characters.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 4:30 PM
Bandai Namco released a new Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero trailer showcasing Goku Mini from the upcoming new Dragon Ball Daima anime. Goku Mini is available exclusively as a pre-order bonus included with the Sound Ultimate Edition and Ultimate Edition of the game.
While the new Goku Mini character appears to be similar to the original Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball GT child version of the character, this new version is different from the aforementioned ones, as it seems his size is smaller and he predominantly uses new moves with power pole in combat.
You can check out the new Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero gameplay trailer for Goku Mini from Dragon Ball Daima below:
Additionally, Bandai Namco released a new Japanese trailer going over the various gameplay systems and options available in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero. The trailer goes over the various offensive and defensive gameplay options, as well as the different game modes, including the online battle modes, tournament mode, episode and custom episodes modes, and customization options for the characters.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero will come out on October 11, 2024 for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam. You can read Siliconera's review of the game here.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 4:00 PM
Weekly Shonen Jump has released chapter 401 of Yoshihiro Togashi's Hunter x Hunter. Those who are reading it in English can read it, along with chapters 399 and 400, for free via Viz Media's website.
The chapter title is "Moonlight" and it's 24 pages long. Most of the chapter centers around Kurapika's meeting with Longhi, which is full of wild revelations and implications for the grander plot of the Succession Contest Arc. Considering the chapter before this one came out in late 2022, one might need a refresher as to what in the world was going on.
As a reminder, from chapter 401 onwards, Hunter x Hunter will no longer be a weekly series. Back in 2022, Togashi and the Jump editorial team announced this news, stating that this change was due to Togashi's health. Togashi is still writing the story and the editorial team will continue to support him until he finishes his series. It's just that Hunter x Hunter will appear on a different schedule and with a different method in the future. Togashi also stated that he's thinking of how he can best continue the series without causing too much trouble to others.
Hunter x Hunter is available in Weekly Shonen Jump and you can read it in English through Viz Media. The Madhouse anime adaptation is available to watch through Crunchyroll. A fighting game, Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact, is also in development.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 3:30 PM
In a recent interview, Monolith Soft founder Tetsuya Takahashi and developer Michihiko Inaba talked about the studio's new R&D department focusing on developing a new in-house engine. Ideally, it will be used for future Monolith Soft game projects. [Thanks, CGWORLD!]
Aside from heading the studio as one of its directors and overseeing development of new titles, Takahashi has been in charge of the new R&D department for approximately a year as of writing this. Meanwhile, Inaba has been a full-time programmer within Monolith Soft and was in charge of programming the engine for the Xenoblade Chronicles series. After finishing work on Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Inaba became producer and director of the new R&D department.
The objective of the R&D team is to improve the company's development environment, supporting the development of tools for each section of the studio, and to research and develop new technologies in order to develop an in-house rendering and effects engines for Monolith Soft, as well as research and development on animation.
The long-term goal of the new R&D team is to integrate the various developed technologies in the in-house engine so that it can be used in other Monolith Soft titles moving forward. However, since many staff members are currently in the title development section, the R&D team is jointly supporting the developers by creating new assets and effects as needed.
The in-house engine they are currently developing was originally made for Xenoblade Chronicles, released in 2010, and is still being expanded upon. Since the new R&D team has only existed for about a year, the Monolith Soft developers are planning to gradually transition to the new structure over the course of the next 3 years.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 3:00 PM
CoeFont has announced that it will work with Aoni Production to release AI voices based on Japanese voice actors. This collaboration will let people apply AI voices based on the likes of Masako Nozawa—the voice actress best known for her role as Dragon Ball's Goku—to navigation and assistance systems.
Aoni Production will provide voices from ten of its renowned Japanese voice actors to start this AI collaboration. Besides Masako Nozawa, it also confirmed that Banjo Ginga—the voice actor behind Gihren Zabi from Mobile Suit Gundam—will be on the list as well. The agency will announce the remaining voice actors in the coming days.
The companies will allow the usage of these AI voices on navigation systems and voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. These voices will also support multiple languages other than Japanese, such as English and Chinese. Aoni Production will, however, strictly forbid these voices from being used as actual voiceovers for works like anime or movies.
CoeFont has also uploaded a trailer for the collaboration that includes samples from Masako Nozawa's AI voice speaking in English and Chinese:
Aoni Production and CoeFont will release the new AI voices based on prominent Japanese voice actors in the near future.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 2:30 PM
Build-a-Bear announced its Animal Crossing sale on plushies, dropping the price of characters by 50% off. It didn't note how long this sale will be in effect. However, both the Isabelle and Tom Nook variants and their bundles are reduced.
There are three options for each stuffed animal. In every case, you get either Isabelle or Tom Nook in their summer uniforms from Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The most basic bundles give you the plush toy and clothes. However, you can also get them with either the five-in-one phrase chip or the opening theme music chip.
Here's the list with links to each of the bundles available and their prices:
Both of these stuffed animals debuted back in 2021. Both of these characters were first in the collection, then were followed by K.K. Slider that same year. He isn't a part of this sale, and his plush isn't available.
The Build-a-Bear Animal Crossing Isabelle and Tom Nook plushies are available now, and both are temporarily on sale. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is available on the Nintendo Switch.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 2:00 PM
When Mistwalker created Fantasian for Apple Arcade, the team built actual dioramas in the real world to use as background and environments in-game, and Square Enix and the developer shared another video going over the process again ahead of Fantasian Neo Dimension's debut. It shows both the creation of a few dioramas and the filming of them, as well as gameplay of areas that used them.
The Fantasian Neo Dimension video begins with a piece of art, before showing someone working on a diorama based on it. As part of that process, we see how the water around a wall is added. From there, a whole in-game town is depicted from a distance, before a close-up offers a better look at its more unique elements. We then see how that diorama looks in-game as gameplay shows Leo running through the streets.
At the 43 second mark, we get to see a more detailed series of progress on the game. Things begin with concept art of technological ruins. Then, we get to see the construction of the diorama. The process also included small prototype figures, to help provide a sense of scale for when it appears in-game. We watch as details are added, before we see gameplay at the 1:05 mark.
Here's the full trailer:
As a reminder, Hironobu Sakaguchi talked extensively about the development of the Fantasian dioramas back in 2021, going over how they affected gameplay. He also revealed that, after the game development ended, he saved one of the homes used in the process.
Fantasian Neo Dimension will come to the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC on December 5, 2024. Fantasian is also readily available on Apple Arcade.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 1:30 PM
Hideaki Anno and his studio Khara will produce a new anime show based on the Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato series. The renowned Japanese animator best known for the Evangelion franchise made the announcement by himself when he hosted the Space Battleship Yamato 50th anniversary screening event. [Thanks, AV Watch!]
Khara's press release revealed that the studio has earned consent and privilege to produce the new anime from the Space Battleship Yamato rights holders Voyager Holdings and Tohokushinsha Film Corporation. Khara is working on the project's plans as of this announcement, and it aims to begin the show's production in 2025.
The press release added that the new Star Blazers anime show by Hideaki Anno and Studio Khara will take a different path from the ongoing remakes. Xebec's successor Studio Mother released the first episode of Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 in Japanese theaters in July 2024. This title will consist of seven films, and the studio will release the second episode on November 22, 2024.
Space Battleship Yamato originally appeared as a TV anime series by Leiji Matsumoto that first aired in Japan in October 1974. The franchise is also known in the US by its localized title Star Blazers. Xebec gradually released remakes of the classic anime series, starting with Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato 2199 in 2013. Bandai Namco included the latter in the 2017 crossover game Super Robot Wars V, which is available in Japan and Asia on PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Studio Khara will start producing its own Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato anime show in 2025.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 1:00 PM
Kadokawa and Design Coco announced a trio of Re:Zero Jewel Princess figures of Emilia, Ram, and Rem as fairies. They are expected to launch in Japan in March 2025, and Good Smile Company and AmiAmi started taking pre-orders for all three of them ahead of their debut. They cost 4,290 yen normally, and they are $33.99 each at Good Smile Company and about $28.90 at AmiAmi.
Each of these Re:Zero Emilia, Ram, and Rem figures are 1/7 scale ones. They are all wearing matching white and gold outfits. Their accessories and wings feature their signature colors. So in the case of Emilia, her color scheme is white and purple, while Ram is pink and white and Rem is blue and white. Emilia is the tallest of the lot at just over 9 inches (233mm). Due to the poses, Ram and Rem are slightly shorter at just around 8 inches (209mm).
Here's a gallery showing all of the initial photos going over how the three figures will look. While there are no pictures showing them from the back, we can see them from the front and sides.
The Design Coco Re:Zero Jewel Princess Emilia, Ram, and Rem fairy figures will debut in Japan in March 2025, and pre-orders are open at various retailers now. The anime is streaming on Crunchyroll, with season 3 available now. Yen Press handles the light novels and manga. The next game is Re:Zero Witch's Re:surrection for mobile devices.
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Siliconera Monday, October 7, 2024 12:30 PM
Bandai Namco revealed another major Bleach character for Bleach Rebirth of Souls, and it is Sosuke Aizen ally Kaname Tosen. In the series, Tosen started out as the 9th Division Captain, and he's known for his exceptional skills and ability to sense and "see" everything even though he is blind.
Tosen is present in Bleach from the earliest arcs, and his appearance in the game represents his debut in the series. He wields Suzumushi in the video, which he uses with his Bankai Suzumushi Tsuishiki: Enma Korogi. His trailer begins by showing his Signature Move and counter Transcendence. That's followed by looks at his two Spiritual Pressure Moves Sayabane and Suzumushi Hishiki, Benihiko.
You can watch the full Kaname Tosen Bleach Rebirth of Souls trailer below:
Here are all the Bleach Rebirth of Souls characters introduced ahead of Kaname Tosen:
Bleach Rebirth of Souls will come to the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC in early 2025. The Bleach anime, including Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, can be found on Disney+ and Hulu. Viz Media handles the manga outside of Japan.
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TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, October 7, 2024 5:28 PM Giimoe Games has introduced Roborover 2077: Last Hope, a cooperative board game set in a futuristic world facing ecological collapse and the breakdown of society. In this game, 1-4 players act as explorers operating from a technologically advanced fortress. The goal is to gather resources, produce necessities, and survive in a hostile environment. Players explore... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, October 7, 2024 5:11 PM Osprey Games has announced the release of The Terror Beneath, an investigative roleplaying game set in a world of Weird Folk Horror. The game is scheduled for release later this month and is inspired by the works of Welsh author Arthur Machen. Players will take on the role of investigators navigating a world filled with... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, October 7, 2024 5:00 PM Real Fake Games has launched Quest Snakes, a fast-paced card game that focuses on recruiting and sending snakes on quests. In the game, players take on the role of guild leaders, tasked with assembling teams of snakes to complete various quests. The game is divided into two main phases. In the first phase, players take... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, October 7, 2024 4:51 PM New details have been revealed about the Bastion System, an upcoming feature in the 2024 Dungeon Master's Guide for Dungeons & Dragons 5.5E. Introduced during last week's guide premiere, this system gives players the ability to build and customize their own strongholds. The Bastion System allows characters to establish their own base of operations, which... |
TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, October 7, 2024 4:18 PM DEKA-DICE, a card-based dice system for tabletop games, has launched on Kickstarter. The project introduces a new way to "roll" dice using a deck of cards, offering players the choice of standard rolls or an added layer of strategy. Each deck consists of 72 cards divided into eight smaller sub-decks, representing the dice found in... |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, October 7, 2024 4:09 PM First launched on August 1, 2022 for PC via Steam. The post Open-world Survival Game Retreat to Enen Coming to PC and Consoles appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, October 7, 2024 3:55 PM Assassin's Creed Mirage initially launched on October 5, 2023. The post Assassin's Creed Mirage Coming to Steam in October appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, October 7, 2024 3:40 PM Announced on Twitter. The post Alien: Isolation Sequel is Officially in Early Development appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, October 7, 2024 3:22 PM A trailer showing Project Foundry was also released. The post 343 Industries Changes to Halo Studios, Switches to Unreal Engine 5 appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming on PC Monday, October 7, 2024 5:58 PM HypeTrain Digital and Ice-Pick Lodge revealed today that Pathologic 3 is in the works, and the developers are aiming for a 2025 launch window. Read more after the jump. |
Gaming on PC Monday, October 7, 2024 12:49 PM Al Hope, Creative Director for Alien: Isolation, took to Twitter today to confirm that a sequel to the beloved horror game is in early development. Read more after the jump. |