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GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:54 PM
    

If you want to explore the new Dark Aether rift introduced with Season 3 Reloaded in Call of Duty Modern Warfare Zombies, you need to track down four unique relics, one of which is the Science Journal.

The post Where To Find The Science Journal Relic In COD MWZ appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:37 PM
    

Season 3 Reloaded's Zombies update for Call of Duty introduces a new Dark Aether Rift that requires four new Relics to open the portal. One of those relics is the Imaginary Friend Drawing.

The post Where To Get The Imaginary Friend Drawing Relic In COD MWZ appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:05 PM
    

Call of Duty Modern Warfare Zombies Season 3 Reloaded update is here and with it, an unfortunate error that is caused Zombie players to get booted from the game and unable to join lobbies.

The post How To Fix Dev Error 5433 In COD MWZ appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:58 PM
    

Season 3 Reloaded introduces a new Dark Aether Rift and with it, the requirement of finding 4 new Relics to open the portal. The Laptop Relic, called Laptop with Stickers, is probably the easiest one to get so far.

The post How To Get The Laptop Relic In COD MWZ appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:03 PM
    

Set to release in the upcoming Apex Legends season, EA and Respawn have revealed the newest Legend for the game: Alter.

The post Apex Legends Dimension-Traveling Legend Alter Teased appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:31 PM
    

Season 3 Reloaded's update for Call of Duty Modern Warfare Zombies brings with it an exciting new Act IV story mission and a new relic, the Giraffe Toy Attuned Relic, but what's it for?

The post What Is The Giraffe Toy For In COD MWZ appeared first on GamersHeroes.


Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:52 PM
    

Last month, Take-Two announced it was "rationalizing its pipeline" by cutting hundreds of jobs and cancelling $140 million worth of in-development projects. Today, it moved ahead with shutting down the studios behind Kerbal Space Program 2 and OlliOlli World, Bloomberg reports.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:55 PM
    

In a move that should surprise absolutely no one, Crunchyroll, the Netflix-esque repository for all the anime you could probably ever need, is increasing its prices. The price hike, however, only affects the two most expensive tiers in certain countries. But regardless, it's the first price increase Crunchyroll has…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:45 PM
    

No matter what you're doing or what you're playing at the moment, it feels like we're all just biding our time until the announcement of the follow-up to the Nintendo Switch. Colloquially known as the Switch 2 around these parts, reporting on the forthcoming console has picked up tremendously since late last year, and…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:20 PM
    

What if a game show took one of its games and made it into a video game? Is that confusing? Well, it happened. On May 1,Dropout TV's Sam Reich, host of the internet game show/social experiment Game Changer, announced the release of a new video game based on a specific game played on a recent episode of the show.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:10 PM
    

Billy Dee Williams' Lando Calrissian is one of the coolest characters in Star Wars and now, finally, this cape-wearing, smooth-talking scoundrel will soon be available in Fortnite along with a lot of other Star Wars-related content, too.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:50 PM
    

Just in time for its second anniversary, indie RPG Citizen Sleeper is getting a tabletop RPG (TTRPG) actual play set in the game's universe. A collaboration between developer Jump Over The Age and games journalist Quintin Smith (of People Make Games), the actual play will air on May 7. It's an exciting celebration for…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:40 PM
    

It's the first day of a new month, and Sony has announced the latest set of free games you can get as a subscriber of PlayStation Plus. It's not an amazing list, but what's on offer is pretty solid if you're looking for something to play as spring gets going. In particular, there's an adorably brilliant fox adventure…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:35 PM
    

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:15 PM
    

Much like a Sonic the Hedgehog level, Sega's platforming franchise has had its ups, downs, loop-de-loops, and bottomless chasms. With the Knuckles show out, a third live-action movie premiering in December, and Sonic X Shadow Generations coming out this year, what better time to look back at the Sonic franchise's best…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:30 PM
    

Good news for Starfieldplayers who have wanted a faster and better way to travel across the game's hundreds of planets: Bethesda is planning to add a drivable dune buggy to its massive open-world sci-fi RPG.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:10 PM
    

Diablo IV is getting a major overhaul on the heels of its one year anniversary. Blizzard recently revealed almost every major change to come in season 4 later this month, and fans are excited for the action-RPG to finally fix some of the biggest complaints players have had since launch.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:00 PM
    

Bethesda Softworks executive producer Todd Howard has been making the rounds conducting interviews since the release of Amazon's adaptation of Fallout, one of the series he's helped direct in his time there.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:45 PM
    

Starfield's next big patch, 1.11.33, is now out for PC players on Steam via the game's beta branch. This new update, which will go live later for everyone, adds performance options to Xbox, improved maps while walking around planets, new difficulty options, and a huge list of bug fixes.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:15 PM
    

A new update for Fallout 4, intended to improve the game, has done quite the opposite for many players. As a result, many PC users are using Steam guides and downloading mods en masse to roll back the annoying "next-gen" update, making these Fallout 4 guides and mods extremely popular.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:45 AM
    

As part of a $1 billion investment in internal game development, Hasbro is working on a new game set in the G.I. Joe universe which will focus on the team's resident ninja, Snake Eyes. The project was first revealed to be in pre-production last year and is being developed by a team made up of Batman Arkham veterans.…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:35 AM
    

Stellar Blade, the Nier: Auotmata-ish PS5 character action game, has a bunch of chests to unlock that give you all kinds of sweet rewards, from healing items to gold to crafting resources. Many of these chests require that you input a sequence of buttons in an allotted time limit, while others need a passcode to open.…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:15 AM
    

On April 29, an in-development farm sim from Crytivo called Farm Folks shared a now-deleted post about breast jiggle physics on its official X/Twitter account that kickstarted a firestorm, emboldened gaming's baddest actors, and wreaked havoc in the game's official Discord. The team behind the studio has since…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:05 AM
    

You don't have to have ever played Magic: The Gathering to be familiar with its mythical Black Lotus: a powerful card from the game's first set that now routinely fetches eye-popping amounts in the collectible market. But no Black Lotus, no matter how pristine or rare, has ever sold for $3 million. It's such a…

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:46 AM
    

Batman: Arkham Shadow is a new entry in the beloved comic book metroidvania beat 'em up series, though it's not what many players were probably hoping for. It's being made in VR and will be exclusive to the Meta Quest 3 headset. It's scheduled to release in late 2024.

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Kotaku Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:01 AM
    

I do not envy anyone working on the previously announced Legend of Zelda movie. Whereas, with Mario, they needed only make cute cartoons and load the film with jokes and easter eggs, Zelda feels so much more nuanced, and any angle is likely to displease many. Filmmaker Wes Ball has recently made it clear that his…

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:12 PM
     Ambitious Skyrim mod celebrates 22 years of Morrowind with new video

Some mods aren't just ambitious, they're almost akin to making an entire game from scratch. Skywind, the huge upcoming Skyrim mod which will incorporate all of Morrowind, definitely fits that bill. In development for over a decade, the team behind the mod has just released a brand new video to celebrate 22 years of Morrowind, giving the first major update on the project for a while.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:38 PM
     Kerbal Space Program 2 is

Games publisher Take-Two is laying off 70 employees in the Seattle area, which appear to include some or possibly all of Intercept Games, the Seattle-based developer of Kerbal Space Program 2. However, for the time being at least, Take-Two plans to continue supporting the game through Private Division, its "indie" publishing label.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:27 PM
     WW2 X-COM game gets some cool new secret agent gear

Get ready to head back behind enemy lines, because Classified France '44 now has its second DLC, and it's all about subterfuge. The new Agent pack adds new covert ops missions on a new map, as well as a selection of spy-appropriate gear for your resistance fighters.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:38 PM
     Starfield's upcoming update will fix one of the game's biggest issues

Is that Legrande's Liquors? No, it's The Emporium. Wait, why is the Mining League there? What end of Neon am I even at? Finding your way around Starfield can be a complicated task, especially given the game's spread-out cities, but all that might be about to change. The next patch for the game, currently live on the beta testing track on Steam, will introduce brand new surface maps, hopefully meaning we'll never get lost again.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:22 PM
     Apex Legends unveils new character with a Joker-like origin

Was she "born from a stone with tremendous power"? A talented martial artist who discovered a deep and abiding love of football? A professional mahjong player? None of the above? Apex Legends' next Legend, Alter, has been revealed in a new teaser video, and her backstory changes like the Joker's story about his facial scars.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Apex Legends characters guide, Apex Legends skins, Apex Legends tier list

PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:04 PM
     DBD codes May 2024

May 3, 2024 It's been a while, but a splendid new code has been added to the list.

What are the new DBD codes? These freebie-granting DBD rewards can actually be quite hard to keep up with since they arrive pretty regularly, which is no bad thing. We're never going to complain about in-game giveaways, and Dead by Daylight codes can give you anything from outfits to charms, and even Bloodpoints and Iridescent Shards.

Whether you want your favorite DBD killers to get a stylish new look, or you want to add to your survivors' wardrobes, be sure to redeem the codes below before it's too late. There may also be codes for Dead by Daylight Bloodpoints, Rift Fragments, and charms, so there are plenty of goodies to be had. Some of these Dead by Daylight codes are ongoing though, so you may have snapped them up already.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:16 PM
     DBD safe to play again with May roadmap teasing future content

When you've got a game on your hands like Dead by Daylight it's important to keep the content ball rolling so that players never get bored. That's a lesson that developer Behaviour Interactive has learned well, with each month getting its own series of updates that either drop new stuff or tweak existing stuff. This May is no different but it is coming off the back of one of the most tumultuous periods in the game's history.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes

PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:36 PM
     XDefiant release date estimate and latest news

What is the XDefiant release date? If you're a huge fan of all things Ubisoft, particularly the Tom Clancy games, you may get a kick out of its new free-to-play first-person arena shooter. Its five vs. five matches promise fast-paced objective-based gameplay with Ubisoft characters, complete with unique abilities to turn the tide of battle.

So how does XDefiant work? It's an FPS game similar to Call of Duty and Overwatch, but its roster comprises character factions based on some of Ubisoft's back catalog, each with its own set of abilities to aid them in battle. Ubisoft has invested time in a few free PC games in recent years, so if you're keen to dive in, here is the latest news about the XDefiant release date, as well as all the trailers, map, and mode info, and details on all the factions.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:33 PM
     Nvidia's new AI assistant app is the first one I'm tempted to use

Nvidia has just released an update to its Nvidia ChatRTX AI assistant app, bringing support for more large language models and voice recognition in multiple languages. That's all somewhat exciting stuff, but the reason I might even consider trying out the app is that it does all its processing locally on your GPU, rather than sharing your data with a cloud server.

Nvidia ChatRTX isn't the first app to do this, but its support for Nvidia GPUs inherently taps into their widespread use in many of the best graphics cards available right now.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:27 PM
     Resident Evil just got proper ray tracing, and it looks amazing

Gorgeous as the RE Engine may be, its support for ray tracing leaves much to be desired, as keenly highlighted in recent Resident Evil remakes. Thankfully, those searching for improved ray traced effects are in luck as modders are finally doing the series justice with proper ray tracing rendering that Capcom had hidden away. Better still, Dragon's Dogma 2 players stand to benefit too.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:25 PM
     The Rogue Prince of Persia release date estimate and latest news

When is The Rogue Prince of Persia release date? Two Prince of Persia games in one year, yes, that's the world we're currently living in. After years of silence, the legendary side-scrolling series appears to be back in a big way. Unlike Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown which is a traditional Metroidvania, this game has been designed as a roguelike.

Developed by Evil Empire, one of the studios responsible for the critically acclaimed Dead Cells DLC, The Rogue Prince of Persia utilizes the series' key elements, while tying in roguelike game mechanics to make the game infinitely replayable. Here's everything you need to know about The Rogue Prince of Persia, including its release date, the early date, and more.


PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:00 PM
     Solo Leveling Arise codes May 2024

May 1, 2024: We checked for new Solo Leveling Arise codes to add to our list.

What are the new Solo Leveling Arise codes? We've got all that and more. Beyond just a handy, updated, and tested list of new and working codes for the Netmarble RPG, we'll also go over how to redeem them in-game, how to get more, and when new codes are likely to drop.

And for even more on this new cross-platform action game, check out our Solo Leveling Arise tier list. Alongside the Solo Leveling Arise reroll guide, it's everything you'll need to get started, scout out the best characters in the game from the get-go, and do it all over again if luck isn't on your side. Why waste time grinding for characters in Solo Leveling Arise when you can just restart until you get them?

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:57 AM
     Hotline Miami publisher's new, 93%-rated FPS deserves more attention

When's the last time you played an FPS that felt truly new and original? Counter-Strike 2 is fluid and fun, but basically an extension of CSGO. More broadly, the entire multiplayer scene feels stagnant right now - after so many years, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six, The Division, and all the rest are circling the same drain. Doom Eternal was a shot in the arm. Indie nostalgia trips like Turbo Overkill and Dusk are certainly worthwhile. But it's now eight years since Superhot, perhaps the latest shooter to feel truly experimental. Speaking to PCGamesN at WASD, the developer of one of 2024's most unique games, published by Hotline Miami and Cult of the Lamb label Devolver, explains the creation and reaction to their subversive take on the FPS.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:56 AM
     Todd Howard doesn't want to step on your Fallout New Vegas playthrough

As a part of the series canon, Amazon's Fallout TV show raises a lot of questions. I'm sure many of these will be answered in the now-greenlit Season 2, but until then there's a Mojave-shaped cloud over my head that I just can't shake. The show has a lot of implications for Fallout New Vegas, and while I was initially apprehensive about what Amazon would do with it, Bethesda's Todd Howard at least seems to be level-headed.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:55 AM
     Helldivers 2 has a new rival as legendary co-op game returns

Helldivers 2 continues to eat up a large chunk of my gaming time - after all, those Terminid troublemakers aren't going to stop any time soon. But back before even the first Helldivers, one legendary series was the poster child for chaotic co-op games, offering third-person alien and bug blasting with your besties on a grand scale, complete with a big helping of hyper militaristic bombast and that friendly fire spice. And now it's back, with news of the Earth Defense Force 6 release date on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:40 AM
     Massive space strategy game set to launch on Steam this summer

There's a bumper crop of great space games coming out all of a sudden: Nexus 5X launched last month, and Homeworld 3 is on the horizon. Sins of a Solar Empire 2 is one of the most ambitious, with a scale that includes galactic-level strategy as well as real-time tactical fleet battles. The best part is that it'll be coming out this summer.


PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:56 AM
     Get $250 off this HP Omen gaming laptop with an Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU

For those patiently waiting for a gaming laptop deal to make current generation systems more affordable, Best Buy has lowered the price of all the HP Omen Transcend 14 SKUs it has in stock. At this new price point, it's well worth considering, as it's one of the cheapest and best value options out there right now.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:49 AM
     Diablo meets Valheim in new Vampire Survivors style roguelike RPG

As we get further from the launch of the genre-defining Vampire Survivors, more games are looking to bring something new to the roguelike survival genre. Following the huge success of Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, newcomer Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is aiming to bring a Diablo style ARPG twist to the format, along with a Norse mythology setting that would make Valheim proud. Showcased at WASD Live 2024, PCGamesN spoke to Peter Nagy of Grindstone about its upcoming release.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:44 AM
     The 21 best Palworld mods and how to install

What are the best Palworld mods? Everyone knows the universal way of improving any game is to add mods to it, and open-world games like Palworld are no exception. Games such as Palworld usually attract modders for multiple reasons, from streamlining different mechanics to make things easier, to adding entirely new creatures, enemies, and environments.

The Palworld modding community has already developed several innovative tweaks to the open-world game to make the gameplay much better. From tweaking the HUD settings to give you the perfect photo opportunity, to adjusting the stamina gauges to keep you flying for longer, here are some of the best mods in Palworld as well as how to install them.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:32 AM
     New Counter-Strike 2 ban wave kills cheaters right before your eyes

If exploits and cheaters have been ruining your Counter-Strike 2 experience lately, now might be the time to finally return to Valve's tentpole FPS, as a new ban wave rolls the over multiplayer shooter causing dozens of CS2 ne'er do wells to drop dead on the spot. Based on footage from a few Counter-Strike 2 veterans, you can actually see the CS2 ban wave having an effect in real time. Combined with the latest, vital Counter-Strike 2 update, things could be looking up.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:31 AM
     Genshin Impact Clorinde banner and abilities

When is Genshin Impact Clorinde's banner release date? The five-star Electro character has officially been announced by Hoyoverse, and it's likely she'll release in an upcoming update.

Clorinde is one of the new and upcoming Genshin Impact characters alongside Sigewinne and Sethos, and should appear on the next Genshin Impact banner. She is a champion duelist from Fontaine and wields a pistolet: a pistol and a sword. Thanks to leaks from Honey Hunter World, we've taken a closer look at her abilities so you can start planning the best team comps and best Genshin Impact builds for your characters.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:23 AM
     The 58 best Starfield mods

What are the best Starfield mods? Mod support is an important part of many PC games, especially RPG games. Skyrim has endured all these years partly because it's a great game, partly because Bethesda keeps releasing it on hitherto unknown gaming platforms, but also because it's powered by a vibrant and creative modding community.

Thankfully, Starfield mod support has technically been available since before the Starfield release date rolled around thanks to early access. If you're playing Starfield Game Pass, you may experience some difficulty installing all of the mods we've listed below. For maximum compatibility, you're going to want the Steam version of the game.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:10 AM
     There are two rigs in this monster water-cooled gaming PC build

We've never seen a gaming PC that's so packed with gear as this stunning dual water-cooled Corsair Obsidian 1000D build. Created by expert PC modder Alexander Banks to show off at Corsair tech shows, this incredible dual-system contains four Nvidia GPUs, three water-cooling loops, and loads of custom cables.

Thanks to our rapidly growing PC building Facebook page, we've seen many custom gaming PCs, from mods based on existing case designs to scratch PC builds. You can even submit yours for consideration right here. Here we talk to Alexander about how he created this stunning dual water-cooled PC build.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:10 AM
     Best cross platform games 2024

What are the best cross platform games? Crossplay games really are the holy grail of gaming, and they weren't particularly all that common until a few years ago. Nowadays, there are plenty of online experiences you can jump into with friends, regardless of what platform you're playing on.

The great thing about the best PC games featuring crossplay is that there's a lot less organization involved. We've all experienced how difficult it can be to wrangle a group of friends together to try out a new game, so this way, you won't have to worry about who's playing on what platform. Here are our picks for the best crossplay games on PC in 2024. We've included horror gamesFPS games, and other genres for the definitive list of the very best games that you can play with your friends on other platforms.

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PCGamesN Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:54 PM
     Best Asus gaming laptops in 2024

The best Asus gaming laptops are sleek, well-designed, high-performance devices offering a wide selection of options. Asus has two lines of gaming laptops;  the high-end ROG (Republic of Gamers) devices that boast the latest gaming CPU and screen technology to the more keenly priced TUF (The Ultimate Force) machines that focus on quality internals rather than style.

The key to choosing the right Asus gaming laptop is understanding how you'll use it daily. Do you need killer battery life, or will you be plugged in most of the time? Will you be using external peripherals, like a gaming mouse, keyboard, or monitor? How important is sound to your experience?

We're trying and testing the best Asus gaming laptops to help you answer these questions and find a model that suits your needs.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:10 PM
    

Starfield's biggest update since the Bethesda space game came out last year (remember that?) is arriving in a couple of weeks - with its Steam beta already live now, if you're interested in poking around. The chunky patch finally tidies up the game's oft-complained about surface maps to make them easier to navigate, as well as introducing new difficulty options, a decoration mode for the inside of ships and a bunch of other tweaks and fixes.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:39 PM
    

Good news! There's a new Batman: Arkham game on the way that's not Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. (Potentially) not-so-good news! It's a virtual reality game that you'll only be able to play if you own a Meta Quest 3. Hmm.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:09 PM
    

Your feelings on Funko Pop probably fall into one of two categories: you either hate the black-eyed, copy-paste figures modelled on pop-culture characters with a burning passion, or you own enough of them to construct a small fortress and defend your newfounded Funko nation from the government. Either way, it looks like the first video game starring the ubiquitous toy collectables might somehow scratch your itch.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:28 PM
    

While they ponder which developers should face the difficult task of following up one of the most acclaimed games in a long time by making a sequel by Baldur's Gate 3, the makers of Dungeons & Dragons are also putting their own money into making video games themselves. Over a billion dollars of their own money, in fact.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:00 PM
    

Last month, GTA 6 publishers Take-Two Interactive announced plans to "rationalize" their "pipeline" by laying off five per cent of their workforce - around 580 people - and cancelling various games. As part of that, they're reportedly now doing away with 70 positions at their Seattle offices - Seattle being the home of the Take-Two-owned Intercept Games, the current developers of space sim Kerbal Space Program 2.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:42 AM
    

The Amazon Gaming Week sale kicked off on Monday, although you wouldn't know looking at the Amazon homepage. Despite little fanfare, however, there are some good discounts on gaming hardware and accessories to be had. These limited-time deals will run until 5th May, or until they sell out.

And of course, it wouldn't be an Amazon sale if the most reliably discounted gaming mouse, the Logitech G502 Hero wasn't included in the sale. This time, the classic wired mouse can be yours for just £30:

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:01 AM
    

4X-meets-real-time-strategy game Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 will finally launch on Steam this summer, Stardock and Ironclad Games have announced, a couple of years after going into technical early access on Epic Games Store. I loved the first Sins and so did Kieron Gillen (RPS in peace) whose 16-year-old review dwells appreciatively on the spectacle of cruisers and frigates bouncing to hyperspace on the very edge of a solar system. We don't seem to have written about the second one - time to change that, I guess. Here's the Steam release announcement trailer.

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Twinfinite Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:43 PM
    
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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:00 PM
    

Yoshihiro Togashi, mangaka behind the popular manga series Hunter x Hunter, updated his social media account on May 1, 2024. It was the first update in about seven months since his last post and reported the progress of his manuscript.

Regular serialization of the manga at Mangaplus and Viz Media ended with chapter 400. However on May 1, 2024, Togashi returned to social media to show his progress on Hunter x Hunter. The image shared indicating a massive leap in progress since his last post concerning chapter 401.

You can check out the original social media post by Togashi here:

https://twitter.com/Un4v5s8bgsVk9Xp/status/1785548977439752662

This post roughly translates to "No405, I'm working on it. Moon Healing Escalation!" This is not only a reference to his wife Naoko Takeuchi's manga Sailor Moon, but this update indicates he's working on finishing the manuscript for chapter 405, meaning that the manuscript had progressed five entire chapters in its absence.

In a previous update, Togashi addressed his previous break with a similar post simply stating in English, "Start over." It indicated a renewed effort into the project. With this new update from Togashi, it shows that his efforts are beginning to pay off.

Hunter x Hunter is available in Weekly Shonen Jump, and Viz Media publishes the manga outside Japan. The 2011 version of the anime is available on Crunchyroll and Netflix. 

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 5:00 PM
    

Archon Decapre Becomes a Playable Street Fighter: Duel Character

Decapre is once again be a playable character in a Street Fighter game, as she is now in the mobile game Street Fighter: Duel as Archon Decapre. People are able to pull for her or take part in her New Fighter Trial Realm.

As usual, going through the New Fighter Trial Realm lets you check her out. There are a number of rewards you can earn for running it.

This is actually the second variant of Decapre available in the game. The original was an SSS Flame type Tech character from the Assassin class. She had a Ansatsuken fighting style. Archon Decapre is still a Tech Assassin, but she's an Infernal type. She also uses the Military Combat style like Cammy.

Prior to Street Fighter: Duel, Decapre was only playable in Ultra Street Fighter IV. However, she did show up in the Street Fighter V story and 6's World Tour. 

New characters and variants come to Street Fighter: Duel fairly often. For example, Agent C. Viper is among the recent additions. A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles event also kicked off in April 2024.

Street Fighter: Duel is available for mobile devices. The Archon Decapre New Fighter Trial Realm will be available until May 14, 2024. 

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 4:00 PM
    

New Lego Mario, Luigi, and Peach Sets on the Way

There will be more Lego Mario sets out on August 1, 2024, and three of them include an interactive Lego Mario, Luigi, or Peach with them. Other notable characters in the new sets include Bowser Jr, Kamek, and Lakitu.

The three main sets are Adventures with Interactive Lego Mario, Adventures with Interactive Lego Luigi, and Adventures with Interactive Lego Peach. These are $49.99 each. Each one comes with some set pieces you can add to the levels or larger sets, or you can use the included parts, Pipe, and Goal Pole to create a smaller level. Mario's comes with Bowser Jr, a Goal Pole, a Goomba, a Junior Clown Car, and a ? block. Luigi's has a Boo, Fruit, Kamek, a lantern, and Pink Baby Yoshi. Finally, Peach's set has a letter, Lakitu, a Lava Bubble, and a Yellow Toad.

Here's how all three of those look:

The other two sets are playsets for the interactive figures. One is a Goombas' Playground. That is a $14.99 set. It features three Goombas, a tree, and a seesaw. There's also a larger Soda Jungle Maker Set, which essentially allows someone to create a larger "level." That will be $54.99. It features things like a Customization Machine, Piranha Plant, Shy Guy, and Wiggler.

We were able to see their boxes too:

There are other Nintendo-related Lego sets that will be out on August 1, 2024. Two new Animal Crossing ones are on the way. One will be a Town Hall that includes K.K. Slider.

The next Lego Mario, Luigi, and Peach sets will launch on August 1, 2024. 

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:30 PM
    

Final Fantasy XV Book About Game AI Appears in Japan

Born Digital Inc. announced the release of the digital version of the "Artificial Intelligence in Final Fantasy XV - The Future Seen Through Game AI" book. The book is now available as a Kindle e-book at Amazon and other various digital retailers. [Thanks, DenFamiNico Gamer!]

The digital edition of the book costs 3,520 yen (or about $22.35). The physical version originally released in 2019. The book goes into detail about the technology used to develop the AI for companion characters, NPCs, and monsters in Final Fantasy XV, as well as an invisible meta-AI system that works in a similar way to a "game master." In addition, the book includes talks with various FFXV programmers, designers, and members of the development team that offer their perspective into the future of video game artificial intelligence.

Back in May 2022, Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy XV had surpassed over 10 million units sold worldwide, including sales of the base console game, the PC version, and the Final Fantasy XV: Royal Edition.

The "Artificial Intelligence in Final Fantasy XV - The Future Seen Through Game AI" digital book is now available and it costs 3,520 yen (~$22.35). Final Fantasy XV is readily available for PS4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 3:00 PM
    

Official Stardew Valley Cookbook Makes It Easy to Cook Homey Meals

Given it is a farming sim, we've always been able to cook in Stardew Valley. Making meals to eat ourselves, give as gifts, or ship out for money is a critical part of the gameplay experience. Since it is based upon actual farming and cooking, many of these look familiar and, well, like things we can accomplish ourselves. So now, we're about to see Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone and Ryan Novak release an actual Official Stardew Valley Cookbook that taps into all that on May 14, 2024, and it does so in a way that keeps cooking accessible.

So the first thing I really liked about the Official Stardew Valley Cookbook is that instead of being divided into things like appetizers, main courses, sides, and desserts, it is split into seasons. Given we're just about to head into spring and the farmer's market near me is about to be open every week, I was really excited to see how I could take advantage of that. The Cheese Cauliflower was the first thing I made. The instructions were easy to follow, it didn't require too many ingredients, and I felt like when it was done that someone could have easily adjusted the recipe to omit the garlic or thyme if they aren't a fan. 

There's a nice balance of recipes I recognized from Stardew Valley as well. So this isn't a situation where there will be meals or items "inspired" by the game, but that I actually remembered making when in the game. So you aren't going to see Algae Soup, but things like Lucky Lunch, Maki Roll, and Survival Burger are all there. I didn't make the Survival Burger myself, just because the number of items needed was a lot and eggplant isn't my thing, but it's there and seemed really accurate! Not to mention, it's also one of many dishes that could be made vegatarian or vegan-friendly with a few minor alterations during the preparation process.

What's also a nice touch is that even though everything is arranged by season, I didn't feel like it was too restrictive when reading through the recipes. While The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook version of Stir Fry includes shiitake mushrooms, purple carrots, and yellow onions, I substituted in traditional orange carrots and opted for broccoli instead of mushrooms. It was still great. And like, I still made the Banana Pudding that was in there, and it being a "Summer" recipe didn't make it any more difficult to complete even though it is April. 

Plus, The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook maintains the right atmosphere. Recipes are attributed to characters from the game, like Linus or Pam. Other characters from the game will offer "comments" on each one. The art for each one is inspired by the actual game, with photos of actual food photographs scattered throughout.

I really like what Concerned Ape and Novak accomplished with The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook. There are a lot of matter of fact, fairly simple recipes here clearly taken from the game. All involve food you would eat on a regular basis, so it's genuinely practical. Plus the vibes are impeccable and really capture the spirit of the game. It feels like a fun complement to the game. 

The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook will appear on May 14, 2024. It will be available digitally or physically. Stardew Valley is available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PCs, mobile devices, and the PlayStation Vita. Stardew Valley is available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PCs, mobile devices, and the PlayStation Vita. 

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:30 PM
    

Street Fighter 6 Akuma Arrives Fighting Pass

Capcom announced the Akuma Arrives Fighting Pass will appear in Street Fighter 6 on May 22, 2024. The Fighting Pass will include a total of twenty rewards, with some limited to the paid Fighting Pass. Additionally, a new addition to the Battle Hub will appear alongside Akuma and the Akuma Arrives Fighting Pass called GIANT ATTACK.

You can watch the trailer, which includes a glimpse into the GIANT ATTACK mode, below.

https://twitter.com/StreetFighter/status/1785489317210538052

As mentioned previously, a total of twenty rewards will be available for players to obtain. These include cosmetic items for your avatar, an emote, a photo frame, a wallpaper for your device, several titles, music tracks, stickers, and a piece of classic game artwork. We can see all of the rewards that will appear on the premium Street Fighter 6 Akuma Arrives Fighting Pass in the image below.

Capcom will continue to add characters into Street Fighter 6 through the Fighting Pass. While Akuma will be the first, he most certainly will not be the last. The next character that will arrive in Street Fighter 6 will be Rashid.

Street Fighter 6 is available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC, and the Akuma DLC release date is May 22, 2024.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 2:00 PM
    

Amazon May 2024 AniMay Anime Blu-ray Sale Begins

To go along with the AniMay pun that comes every May, Amazon kicked off its sale on Crunchyroll anime Blu-ray sale on May 1, 2024. As usual, it's a monthly sale that tends to run while supplies last and during the month on an array of different series.

This year, the initial listing for the sale is eight pages long. Some of the cheapest are Afro Samurai: Resurrection and One Piece: Strong World, which each cost $9.49 during the sale. The most expensive item available is Wonder Egg Priority: The Complete Season Limited Edition set for $72.49.

Here's a list of some of the more notable items available during the Amazon AniMay anime Blu-ray sale.

  • Attack on Titan Season 2 Blu-ray - $45.99
  • Cowboy BebopThe Complete Series 25th Anniversary Special Edition Blu-ray - $26.99
  • Danganronpa The Complete Series Blu-ray - $46.99
  • Demon Slayer Standard Edition Part 2 Blu-ray - $39.49
  • Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Amazon exclusive Steelbook 4K and BD - $34.99
  • Dragon Ball Z Season 1 - $15.49
  • Fairy Tail Collection One Blu-ray DVD Combo - $31.99
  • FLCL The Complete Series Blu-ray - $39.49
  • Fruits Basket The Complete Series Blu-ray - $67.49
  • Gungrave The Complete Series Blu-ray - $32.99
  • Horimiya The Complete Season - $53.49
  • In Another World with My Smartphone: The Complete Series Blu-ray - $59.49
  • The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya Seasons 1 and 2 Blu-ray - $33.49
  • My Hero Academia Season 1 Blu-ray - $32.49
  • My-HiME The Complete Series Blu-ray - $49.49
  • Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Season 2 Blu-ray - $49.49
  • One Piece Season 11, Voyage 5 Blu-ray and DVD - $33.99
  • Parasyte: Parts One & Two Blu-ray - $49.99
  • Speed Racer The Complete Series - $15.49
  • SSSS.Dynazenon The Complete Season - $47.49
  • That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 1 Part 1 Blu-ray - $37.49

The Amazon AniMay 2024 anime Blu-ray sale kicked off on May 1, 2024. To get free shipping, your order must be at least $35.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1:00 PM
    

Starfield Patch Adds Ship Decoration, Better Surface Maps Update

Bethesda and Microsoft announced its next Starfield major update, which will bring the requested ship decoration and better surface maps features, will arrive on May 15, 2024. Ahead of its launch, its Steam beta and the 1.11.33 Starfield patch notes are live. 

A trailer went over some of the more detailed elements of the May 2024 Starfield update, and it specifically focused on the new look for surface maps and ship decoration. First, the team looked at how the surface maps will appear after 1.11.33. Clear icons will appear everywhere, showing where things are in the game. You'll see structures, foliage, rocks, and markers. These markers will also appear when you're looking around or at a map, so you can clearly see where things are and get around. 

At about the 2:30 mark, discussions about Starfield surface maps end and the ship decoration update begins. We see how a space starts off as empty, then ends up populated with furniture and decorations. The goal is to make them as customizable as outposts, to allow someone's vessel to represent their personalities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ObHRMHtTMY&ab_channel=BethesdaSoftworks

Here are the full Starfield patch notes for the 1.11.33 update:

New Features: 

  • Improved surface maps - We've heard your feedback, and we've made some big improvements to surface maps, so you'll always know just where to go and no longer "get lost" on the way to your parents' place (and they weren't buying that excuse anyway, you should really go visit them).
  • New gameplay options - For those of you who like a bit of an extra challenge or want to make some aspects of the game easier, you can customize your experience with brand new options in the Settings menu. Want to make ground combat harder but ship combat easier? You can do just that!
  • Added Ship Decoration mode to the interior of Ships – now you can decorate your ships just like you can with Outposts!
  • Added Tabs to Container menus to make managing your inventory easier.
  • Added the ability to change Traits and appearance after entering the Unity.
  • Added Dialogue camera toggle in the Settings.
  • Added Display settings for Xbox Series X to prioritize Visuals or Performance (Series X).

Xbox Series X Display Settings: 

  • Frame Rate Target: You can now choose between 30, 40, 60 or an Uncapped frame rate on VRR displays. If you do not have a VRR display running 120hz, you will still be able to select from 30 or 60. Screen tearing may occur at times when selecting 60 on a non-VRR display.
  • Prioritize: You can now prioritize between Visuals and Performance while trying to maintain the frame rate target. If you're choosing a frame rate target of 60 or above, we recommend changing this to Performance. Prioritizing Visuals keeps the highest resolution while maintaining full detail for special effects, lighting, and crowds. Prioritizing Performance lowers internal resolution and detail for special effects, lighting, and crowds. Both modes may adjust internal resolution dynamically when scenes or action get heavier as well. When switching between modes, you will see the lighting change briefly as the system catches up to the new mode.

Bug Fixes: 

GENERAL

  • General Stability and Performance improvements.
  • General improvements for Character fleeing, avoidance and pathfinding.
  • Fixed various issues with object placement.

GAMEPLAY

  • Fixed an issue that could cause a ship's maximum shield capacity to appear decreased after loading a save with certain assigned crew.
  • Fixed an issue where invisibility could persist on a companion's weapon after invisibility effect ended.
  • Scanning flora/fauna XP is now also awarded via harvesting/killing.
  • Resolved an issue with unintended harvest items appearing in flora from blended biomes.
  • Addressed an issue that prevented repeated docking with a previously commandeered ship.
  • Fixed an issue with Class C flight behavior after entering targeting mode while boosting.
  • Addressed an issue that could occur when attempting to dock with a ship as it grav jumps away.
  • Fixed a ship scanner issue that could occasionally display incorrect hostility or crew count.
  • Fixed an issue where docked ships would appear to overlap after loading a save while boarding.
  • Stunned Characters should no longer display the option to talk to them.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause apparel to not display as intended on mannequins.
  • Helmets placed on Mannequins should no longer cull the neck and torso section.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause weapons to duplicate when looting and enemy.
  • Addressed a rare issue that could cause characters to not exit dialogue when attacked.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the dialogue camera to quickly shift focus when exiting conversations.
  • Neon and Ryujin security should be more diligent on arresting the player for criminal behavior.
  • An Autosave should now be created when fast travelling to the player ship if Save on Travel is enabled.
  • Fixed an issue with sandstorm hazards not working as intended under certain conditions.
  • Fixed an issue with weather changing incorrectly when entering a ship.
  • Addressed an issue related to using the Starborn Power 'Inner Demon' on certain Robot models.
  • Resolved a few issues related to loading a save after using 'Phased Time' power.
  • Fixed an issue with lip-sync while 'Phased Time' was active.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause legendary Starborn weapons to lose their special effects.
  • Resolved an issue that could prevent storing items in containers aboard the Razorleaf.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause the player to appear as if they were in zero gravity after completing a temple.
  • Fixed an issue with Rifle Certification skill that could prevent faster reloading benefit.
  • Resolved issue with certain weapons not being able to fire immediately after they were aimed.
  • Resolved and issue that could cause melee attacks to occur without animation.
  • Fixed a visual issue with the Laser sight emitted from an enemy Magshear.
  • Resolved a weapon visibility issue that could occur when opening the hand scanner with 'Toggle Iron Sight' setting enabled.
  • Fixed a weapon visibility issue that could occur when switching between weapons of different types.
  • Addressed an issue with how the Subtitles from the ECS Constant were displayed.
  • Addressed an issue with gaps appearing on the character when previewing helmets in the Transfer Menu.
  • Resolved and issue that could cause clothing to be seen through the spacesuit after aiming with a scope.
  • Addressed and issue that could cause enemies to receive unintended force when killed.
  • Fixed an issue that could occur when killing a seated character.
  • Loading save should retain camera settings.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause quests to have a much longer cooldown than intended.
  • Resolved an issue where UC ships could still send friendly hails to a member of the Crimson Fleet.
  • Fixed areas of Moara's ship where player could become stuck.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the desk inside the Ship Services building in Akila to disappear.
  • Fixed an issue that would prevent random ship encounters from landing on planets in some situations.
  • Fixed an issue with the turn counter on the persuasion minigame when dealing with the Star Parcel Freighter.
  • Ship Service Technicians should now return to their normal location if they had previously wandered away.
  • Players who find their way into Benjamin Bayu's penthouse should now be able to exit properly.

GRAPHICS

  • Exterior ship lights should now appear as intended in Photomode and during travel sequences.
  • Fixed various shadow issues (flickering and precision).
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the galaxy map to zoom out to an incorrect extent. (PC).
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause the ocean to not blend smoothly with the shore.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the screen to be stretched on 16:10 and 32:10 screens with FSR3 in the character editor (PC).
  • Improved the look of depth of field in specific cases.
  • Fixed subtle flickering that could occur on some on highlighted parts in the ship editor.
  • Improved the look of lighting and shadow under trees.
  • Improved wind direction consistency.
  • Fixed an issue causing the glow of stars to be slightly visible through planets.
  • Fixed a few visual artifacts with some VFX.
  • Improved the look of rain ripples on water.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause missing fog to occur while landing in Neon.
  • Improved flickering artifacts sometimes present with upscaling techniques DLSS, FSR, XeSS (PC).
  • Fixed a few flickering and ghosting issues for FSR3 (PC).
  • Fixed an issue that could cause the game UI to disappear after changing the Borderless Full Screen option when using FSR3 (PC).
  • Fixed an issue that could occasionally cause artifacts during camera transitions.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause missing object highlights in the hand scanner.
  • Fixed a rare issue that could cause visible rain effects inside a spaceship.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause water to turn white in New Atlantis when using a particle beam.
  • Adjusting a setting option that read as "Off" to now read as "Low Quality" for motion blur.
  • Adjusted the default value for Ship Third Person FOV.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause weapons on racks or in containers to disappear or change upon re-entering the player's ship.

OUTPOSTS

  • Fixed an issue that could cause robots to appear unassigned after deleting the Outpost Crew Station.
  • Addressed an issue with Cargo Link parts not updating orientation after moving a structure at an Outpost.
  • Removed red outline that could sometimes remain on objects after they were repaired at an outpost.
  • Fixed an issue where changing greenhouse flora types in Outposts could disconnect the water input.
  • Resolved an issue with environmental hazards persisting inside outpost structures built in hazard areas.
  • Fixed an issue where greenhouse plants sometimes didn't move correctly when the greenhouse was relocated.
  • Fixed issues where stairs could sometimes be deleted when deleting objects placed on them at an outpost.
  • Addressed an issue that allowed the player to reach unintended locations by stacking furniture in Outposts.
  • Resolved an issue with storage container auto foundations appearing where stackable containers already exist in Outposts.
  • Fixed an issue with Outpost wires not moving correctly when a wired structure was moved.
  • Addressed an issue that could cause habitat modules to float when supporting structures were removed.
  • Fixed an issue that could unintentionally affect the ambient audio of Outpost items.
  • Fixed an issue with inner-system cargo ships not unloading resources to capacity.

QUESTS

  • Back to the Grind: Fixed an issue that could cause the camera to unintentionally return to first person when exiting the interview seat with Imogene.
  • Breaking the Bank: Fixed an issue where unselected Dialogue options would incorrectly gray out when talking to Chief Purser Murata.
  • Breach of Contract: Resolved the issue where Dr. Keala may not have been present at the intended location.
  • Crew Encounter: Resolved an issue that could cause Betty Howser to not appear in Jake's bar to be hired.
  • Echoes of the Past: Fixed a rare issue that could cause Delgado to get stuck while traversing the canyon.
  • High Price to Pay: Fixed an issue where progression could halt if a United Colonies character was hit during the escape.
  • Hostile Intelligence: Resolved the issue that could cause the Steam Tunnels to become inaccessible if the mission area was left for a long time.
  • Into the Unknown: Addressed an issue that could cause Vladimir to no longer give the Player Temple locations.
  • Into the Unknown: Fixed a rare issue where the temple location would not populate when receiving the "Go to" objective.
  • Legacy's End: Fixed an issue that could cause Huan Daiyu to not be positioned as intended at the end of the mission.
  • Legacy's End: Fixed in issue that could cause the Crimson Fleet Prisoners to have incorrect idle lines while standing in the Brig of the Vigilance.
  • Legacy's End: Resolved an issue with returning to the Key if a freed prisoner was killed.
  • Loose Ends: Addressed an issue that could cause the scene between Neshar and Neon Security to not occur as intended.
  • No Sudden Moves: Fixed a rare issue that could cause Petrov to get stuck walking to the artifact.
  • One Small Step: Addressed an issue that could cause Vasco to appear stuck in the floor of a commandeered Crimson Fleet ship.
  • One Small Step: Miners should no longer fire on the player in the Vectera mines.
  • One Small Step: Resolved an issue that could prevent fast travel to the ship from the world boundary.
  • Rook Meets King: Addressed an issue that could cause idle animations to play on a corpse.
  • Sabotage: Fixed an issue that could cause manipulated characters to move in an unintended way.
  • Start-up Stopped: Addressed an issue that sometimes caused the quest not to initiate.
  • The Best There Is: Fixed an issue that could cause player to incorrectly receive and unintended objective.
  • The Devils You Know: Improved where characters were looking in some scenes.
  • The Mantis: Fixed a rare issue that could cause the Razorleaf to disappear.
  • The Old Neighborhood: Addressed an issue that could occur when using area of effect attacks in Moara's ship.
  • War Relics: Addressed an issue that could cause Unit 99 to appear stuck.
  • Left Behind: NPCs will no longer talk about being attacked by wildlife on lifeless planets.
  • Legacy's End: Resolved an issue that could cause NPCs to be culled depending on where the player is located.
  • Grunt Work: The Terrormorph should no longer get stuck if lured into the room Hadrian is hiding in.
  • One Small Step: Miners should no longer fire on the player in the Vectera mines.
  • One Small Step: Resolved an issue that could prevent fast travel to the ship from the world boundary.
  • Rook Meets King: Addressed an issue that could cause idle animations to play on a corpse.
  • Sabotage: Fixed an issue that could cause manipulated characters to move in an unintended way.
  • Start-up Stopped: Addressed an issue that sometimes caused the quest not to initiate.
  • The Best There Is: Fixed an issue that could cause player to incorrectly receive and unintended objective.
  • The Devils You Know: Improved where characters were looking in some scenes.
  • The Mantis: Fixed a rare issue that could cause the Razorleaf to disappear.
  • The Old Neighborhood: Addressed an issue that could occur when using area of effect attacks in Moara's ship.
  • War Relics: Addressed an issue that could cause Unit 99 to appear stuck.
  • Left Behind: NPCs will no longer talk about being attacked by wildlife on lifeless planets.
  • Legacy's End: Resolved an issue that could cause NPCs to be culled depending on where the player is located.
  • Grunt Work: The Terrormorph should no longer get stuck if lured into the room Hadrian is hiding in.

Starfield is available on the Xbox Series X and PC, the latest patch is in a beta phase on Steam, and the update will officially release on May 15, 2024.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:30 PM
    

Hello Kitty Island Adventure Gudetama Update Adds Nisetama-san

The latest Hello Kitty Island Adventure update is live on Apple Arcade, and it involves more Gudetama items and Nisetama-san. May 2024 is now the Month of Meh in honor of the egg, adding new events tied to the character. 

There's no official patch notes for the event going over the new additions. However, Gudetama and Nisetama-san will appear during a special event running throughout the month. People can get a new furniture set starring the lazy egg. There are also new pieces of clothing. Previously, the only items were tied to taking photos of Gudetamas around the islands. You can also take daily photos with Nisetama-san. All of these appear on the main island in the Resort Plaza area, with a temporary golden Gudetama shrine on the beach as a centerpiece for taking part in the event.

More permanently, new egg-related recipes will be present in Hello Kitty Island Adventure in honor of Gudetama. The Egg Pan Station can now be found in the Gemstone Mountain area. It seems you'll need to keep up with chickens for eggs for it.

Here's the trailer showing us what to expect in the latest update.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyACkRJyRe4&ab_channel=Sunblink

While Nisetama-san isn't a permanent neighbor, someone new did show up back in February 2024. Wish me Mell joined the cast. 

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is available for the Mac and Apple devices via Apple Arcade, and the Month of Meh Gudetama event runs until May 31, 2024. 

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:00 PM
    

Honkai: Star Rail Robin Gameplay

HoYoverse showcased the gameplay mechanics for the upcoming Honkai: Star Rail character Robin with a character preview and a new video in the "Keeping Up With Star Rail" series. Robin is a Physical element character walking the Path of Harmony, and she is set to arrive in update 2.2.

Both the character preview on HoYolab and the video preview go over Robin's kit, though the latter features extra input from her brother Sunday. He's voiced by his English voice actor Griffin Puatu. Robin's abilities revolve around buffing allies' damage, especially on follow up attacks. Her Skill Pinion's Aria applies a team-wide damage boost for three turns, while her Tonal Resonance Talent boosts allies' crit damage and regenerates her energy when they attack. This allows her to charge her Ultimate quickly, which then grants allies immediate actions and bonuses to their damage based on Robin's attack stat. Interestingly, Robin herself cannot act while her ultimate is active and its duration is not affected by her speed stat.

You can watch the Honkai: Star Rail gameplay preview for Robin below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2YXaozZ6qg

HoYoverse also recently released an animated short to advertise the Honkai: Star Rail 2024 Music Concert. The game will also feature in an Ichiban Kuji lottery by Bandai Spirits with 7 different kinds of prizes available, including a mug shaped like a trash can.

Robin is set to become available in Honkai: Star Rail with the arrival of Update 2.2, scheduled for release on May 8, 2024. The game itself is readily available on PC, PS5, and mobile devices.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:30 AM
    

Cid Appears on Final Fantasy VII Calendar for May 2024

A new month means a new Final Fantasy VII calendar, with Square Enix making Cid Highwind the star of the ones for May 2024. It features his new appearance and design from the remake trilogy.

As usual, the two calendars are available in PC and mobile versions. So whether you need a landscape or portrait one, you are set. It also follows the tradition of marking birthdays of important characters on it. So we can see Tifa's birthday highlighted on May 3, 2024.

Here are the two Cid Final Fantasy VII calendar options for May 2024: 

Cid made his debut in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy in Rebirth. He isn't a playable character. Rather, he and the Tiny Bronco help us get around and fast travel between regions after a certain point in the game. It is expected that characters like Vincent and him will become playable in the third installment

However, the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Ultimania guide book did offer some insights into his latest appearance. The game worked in details from one of the supplemental novels. As such, it suggested that Cid met Ifalna and Aerith when he worked for Shinra. That pulls from the supplemental book Final Fantasy VII Traces of Two Pasts.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and its demo are available on the PS5, with the exclusivity arrangement ending on May 29, 2024. FFVII Remake is available for the PS4, PS5, and PC. There's no release window for the third entry in the trilogy yet.

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Siliconera Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:00 AM
    

See Nargacuga in Monster Hunter Stories

Now that Monster Hunter Stories HD release is on the way, Capcom is reintroducing some of the monsters appearing as Monsties like Nargacuga. Two videos show what to expect when finding or exploring alongside the character.

First, there's a teaser showing what it is like when a Nargacuga Monstie hatches from an egg in Monster Hunter Stories. This can also help a player with identifying the character. The egg shown has a pink and purple tiger-print pattern. A standard Nargacuga hatches from that egg. (A Green Nargacuga also appears in this title.)

https://twitter.com/monsterhunter/status/1785293296505418201

The other video shows the Nargacuga Ride Action in Monster Hunter Stories. When you ride on it, you can temporarily become invisible. This allows you to sneak past other monsters in the field and avoid battles. The standard and green Nargacuga Monsties are the only ones with this ability in the original release.

https://twitter.com/monsterhunter/status/1785655905461157989

As a reminder, this isn't the only Monster Hunter Stories game to feature this character. It also appeared in the sequel. That one added the standard, green, and Silverwind versions of the monster.

Monster Hunter Stories will come to the PS4, Switch, and PC via Steam on June 14, 2024. It is also available on the 3DS and mobile devices.

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Next Batman Arkham Game is Batman: Arkham Shadow VR

A new Batman Arkham series entry is on the way, but a person will need a Meta Quest 3 to play the game. Batman: Arkham Shadow is a VR exclusive that will launch in late 2024. 

Right now, there are very few details about the title. There's a platform and release window. We also got a brief trailer showing off Gotham. However, we'll need to wait until 2pm PT/5pm ET on June 7, 2024 to learn more. That's because it's already confirmed by Meta to be a Summer Game Fest 2024 reveal. 

Here's the first teaser trailer for the game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDOI0pXdcGY&ab_channel=MetaQuest

While Rocksteady got the Batman Arkham game series started, Camouflaj is behind the VR title. Originally known for Republique, it's since moved into VR. In addition to a VR version of that title, it also worked on Iron Man VR.

As for the Arkham series, it recently found a new home. Back in 2023, the trilogy of games appeared on the Nintendo Switch. Originally, the titles appeared on consoles and platforms like the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. Rocksteady's most recent title was Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.

Batman: Arkham Shadow will come to the Meta Quest 3 in 2024.

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An announcement trailer was also released.

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