Kotaku Monday, November 18, 2024 5:45 PM  A random promo image from Rockstar Games featuring the moon as seen in Grand Theft Auto V has led to a wild theory that, actually, the space orb that controls our tides in that image is really a clue pointing to when the next GTA 6 trailer will drop. |
PCGamesN Monday, November 18, 2024 7:21 PM  While it's certainly had its issues, Vessel of Hatred has mostly gone over well with Diablo 4 players - the new Spiritborn class is a popular and powerful new addition, and the swathe of gameplay additions and improvements that arrived alongside it have strengthened its position as an excellent ARPG. Diablo 4's sixth season, Season of Hatred Rising, also dropped alongside it, but all of its offerings could be enjoyed by everyone, with or without the DLC. However, it sounds like it's not going to stay that way, as Diablo general manager Rod Fergusson has revealed that future seasons will bring "exclusive" content to those that own Vessel of Hatred. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Monday, November 18, 2024 6:13 PM  From The Witcher series to Fable, there are plenty of must-play, third-person fantasy RPGs out there. Most of the time, though, these grand experiences with their huge open worlds, thousands of lines of dialogue, and intricate combat and skill systems need a lot of resources. Imagine my surprise, then, when I saw Of Ash and Steel - a newly-revealed contender in the genre created by a small team of developers at indie studio Fire and Frost. Despite the size of the operation, this looks and feels like a project that's aiming to take on the triple-A big guns, judging by its remarkable reveal trailer. Continue reading Of Ash and Steel is a stunning fantasy RPG with The Witcher energy MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best fantasy games, Best medieval games |
PCGamesN Monday, November 18, 2024 6:01 PM  While Call of Duty Warzone prepared for its big integration for Black Ops 6, fan-favorite map Rebirth Island was put on the substitute bench for a short while. Players have been eagerly awaiting its return to the map rotation, and earlier today their prayers were answered. However, after roughly three hours of being part of this week's Wazone playlist, Rebirth Island has been unceremoniously pulled from the FPS game due to a "map-specific issue." MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Monday, November 18, 2024 7:05 PM  XCOM 2 is one of the best games I've played, partly because of how it organically creates characterization and drama. Dialogue is sparse. Cutscenes are few. But the sheer ardor of every battle, the chaos of its turn-based, dice-roll combat, and the spontaneous moments of glory that result mean that I feel more committed to my team of blank-slate soldiers than I do to some of gaming's most defined and verbose protagonists. Combining the Firaxis formula with inspirations from Company of Heroes and Commandos, a new WW2 strategy game balances the player-driven narrative of XCOM with researched historical realism. This is Forgotten But Unbroken, and it's available right now. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games, Best WW2 games, Best RTS games |
Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 8:00 PM
Cygames has released curtains that look like the starting gates when you pull in the Umamusume: Pretty Derby gacha. You will have until 3:00 PM JST of December 18, 2024 to put in your orders. [Thanks, 4Gamer!]
There are three different versions of the Umamusume: Pretty Derby starting gates curtains: silver, gold, and rainbow. The color of the starting gates in-game correspond to the rarity of the horse girl you got. Like the real-life gacha, you actually cannot choose which curtain you get. Instead, it costs 6800 JPY ($44) for a random curtain. To increase your chances of getting one of the rarer versions, you can also buy a 10-pull for 68,000 JPY ($439.80).
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is one of the more profitable and popular franchises from Cygames, with the company announcing in May 2024 that the game made them over 2.4 billion JPY in revenue. This number accounts for over 70% of the money Cygames made on mobage between February 2021 and March 2024, and that's not even taking into consideration profits from the anime, movies, and merchandise. The game focuses on collecting horse girls based on real-life race horses, raising them, and then racing them. It also features a main story mode, as well as individual character stories you can play through after pulling a girl.
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is readily available on mobile devices. The English version of the game is in development.
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Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 7:30 PM
Metaphor: ReFantazio will receive a GFuel flavor. Consumers can sign up to a waitlist to receive further information, such as when they will be able to purchase the Collector's Box. It will cost $39.99 and is available to purchase in North America.
Described as being a "Peach Raspberry" flavor, it will also come with a few new items. This includes:
Consumers will also receive a special Metaphor: ReFantazio box. While the official listing states that it contains a total of 40 servings, that will depend on just how much GFuel you want to consume at any given time. Shipping to Asia will not be available.
This isn't the only drink related collaboration Metaphor: ReFantazio has seen. In September 2024, a special collaboration with Kung Fu Tea featured a series of themed drinks, which included flavors inspired by Strohl, Heismay, Gallica, and Hulkenberg. Consumers that purchased any four of the available options received a special sticker.
Metaphor Re:Fantazio is available on PC, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The Metaphor and GFuel collaboration items will release sometime in the future, with more information to appear through a waitlist.
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Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 7:00 PM
Square Enix will air a series of Final Fantasy XI broadcasts in Japan. The broadcast will be held on November 25, 2024 and will last a total of 30 minutes. Viewers can watch the broadcasts on YouTube or on Japanese streaming platform NicoNico. Those who want to comment can post their thoughts on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
As mentioned previously, the broadcast will take place on November 25, 2024. It will begin at 7:30PM JST/2:30PM PT/5:30PM ET/11:30PM CET. While the broadcast has yet to go live, you can sign up to receive a reminder once it goes live through the YouTube video below.
Outside of sharing updates on content that will appear in November, a special segment will include information from the Adventurer Awareness Survey.
Final Fantasy XI has received a special crossover raid in Final Fantasy XIV, which features prominent characters from the MMORPG such as Prishe. This raid features armor inspired by the MMORPG, which can be obtained weekly. At least until this content is no longer "fresh." Previously, Square Enix even hosted a special campaign to try and convince Final Fantasy XIV players to at least given the older MMORPG an attempt as a means to ease sever congestion.
Final Fantasy XI is available on PC.
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Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 6:30 PM
A Dynasty Warriors: Origins demo will appear on the PlayStation 5 on November 22, 2024. This information was revealed through a PlayStation Blog, which included details of what features will be available to players.
The demo will take players to the Battle of Sishui Gate, which was part of the demo available at Tokyo Game Show 2024. However, Tomiko Sho, Dynasty Warriors: Origins producer & Head of Omega Force at Koei Tecmo, revealed that a few more features that weren't available for that specific demo will appear.
Players will be able to pick from a total of four weapons. This includes the Sword, Guandao, Pudao, and Wheels. Customization for Arts, Gems, and Accessories will also be possible. And on top of that, series menace and man who you definitely don't want to approach, Lu Bu, will be menacing the battlefield.
Pre-orders for Dynasty Warriors: Origins will open up alongside the release of the demo.
A total of 47 characters will return in Dynasty Warriors: Origins. However, not all characters will see their Japanese voice actors returning to reprise their roles. Regardless, that's still a pretty hefty amount of familiar faces that will show up in Origins.
Koei Tecmo will release Dynasty Warriors Origins for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC simultaneously worldwide on January 17, 2025. A demo will be made available for the PlayStation 5 on November 22, 2024. Pre-orders will also open the same day.
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Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 6:00 PM
Sunrise has revealed a new trailer for Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom Zero, which will take place between Destiny and Freedom. This trailer uses content that appeared at the end of the theatrical version of the Special Edition. [Thanks, Dengeki Online!]
You can watch the trailer here:
It's quite short and there's no dialogue. Instead, it shows the main characters as they go about their daily lives and work, with only one clip of Gundams fighting. At the end, the text for "In production" appears. More details on the movie will come out closer to when Sunrise is ready to release it.
Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom is a movie based on the Gundam Seed series, and it chronologically takes place after the events of Gundam Seed Destiny. The movie was incredibly popular, with Sunrise announcing in April 2024 that it grossed over 4.52 billion JPY within Japan alone. That number would convert to around $2.877 million (at the time).
Blu-Ray editions of the movie will also come out soon for those who wish to own this film. Sales will begin on December 25, 2024 and there are multiple versions to buy. The most expensive package is the Mighty Edition, which costs 27,500 JPY ($177.80). This will come with exclusive goods like a Limited Clear HG 1/144 Mighty Strike Freedom Gunpla, script copies, and an art book.
Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Freedom Zero is in production, with more details on it to appear later.
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Siliconera Monday, November 18, 2024 5:30 PM
Capcom has shared more information about the Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary exhibit that will appear in Osaka, Japan. Tickets can be purchased in advanced on November 21, 2024, and on December 20, 2024 for general admission. The event will be held in February 2025. [Thanks, Gamer!]
Those interested in attending the event can sign up for the Capcom "Monster Hunter Club" to receive an alert once advanced tickets go on sale. However, you must have a Capcom ID in order to sign up. These tickets will be distributed through a lottery system.
Additionally, there are several types of tickets attendees can purchase. This includes a limited edition 20th Anniversary set that will include a total of 30 different types of Monster Hunter postcards. Only 5,000 of this type of ticket will be available, and will also be distributed through a lottery system. It will cost 6,700 yen or around $43 for those above the age of 13.
Normal tickets purchased before the event will cost 3,200 yen or $20, and will increase to 3,500 yen or $22, with the price continuing to increase in 200 yen increments once the event has begun depending if purchased for a weekend or weekday.
The event itself is scheduled to take place before the release of Monster Hunter Wilds. This entry in the series will appear on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC simultaneously worldwide on February 28, 2025. The demo that was previously available at TGS 2024 will appear at the Capcom Plaza for a limited time.
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TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Monday, November 18, 2024 5:43 PM The latest expansion for Rifts for Savage Worlds, Europa, takes players on a journey through a war-torn Europe where magic, monsters, and advanced technology collide. The setting explores a fractured continent, where kingdoms and communities strive to survive amidst monster-haunted wilderness. Powerful adversaries, including the Gargoyle Emperor Zerstrun, Pharaoh Rama-Set, the Russian Warlords, and the... |
WGB Monday, November 18, 2024 6:43 PM Ubisoft's surprise patch for Assassin's Creed Syndicate enhances performance to 60fps on current consoles, but the reason for this update remains unclear. |
WGB Monday, November 18, 2024 6:23 PM The Game Awards 2023 nominations feature top contenders like Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Voting is open on the official website for fans. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, November 18, 2024 7:11 PM The developer released a 30 minute gameplay footage. The post Atelier Yumia Gets New Details, Trailer, and Gameplay Video appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, November 18, 2024 5:53 PM A Switch trailer was also released. The post Life is Strange: Double Exposure Switch Release Date Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, November 18, 2024 5:26 PM A new trailer was also released. The post Dynasty Warriors: Origins Demo Officially Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Monday, November 18, 2024 5:06 PM Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is nominated for Game of the Year. The post The Game Awards 2024 Nominees Officially Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
MonsterVine Monday, November 18, 2024 10:06 PM Koei Tecmo has revealed details about the combat and synthesis systems in Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. The video goes in-depth on how players will master Resonance Synthesis — the process of adding compatible items to a recipe's Alchemy Core. Additionally, the quality of the selected ingredients will affect the […] |
MonsterVine Monday, November 18, 2024 9:15 PM Game Source Entertainment has revealed the release date window for Ratatan — the upcoming title from the creators of the iconic Patapon series. The studio revealed that the title will be released for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC in 2025. No specific release date has been given at this […] |