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GamersHeroes Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:15 PM
    

Drawing inspiration from classics like Secret of Mana, the team at Timesea Studio have launched the crowdfunding campaign for their couch co-op RPG Infinity Knights: Xross.

The post Infinity Knights: Xross Couch Co-Op RPG Kickstarter Now Live appeared first on GamersHeroes.


GamersHeroes Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:14 PM
    

The latest trailer for Studio Zero and Atlus West's Metaphor: ReFantazio focuses on this title's story, telling about how players must find unity to elect a new king.

The post Metaphor: ReFantazio Story Trailer Released appeared first on GamersHeroes.


Kotaku Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:00 PM
    

This week saw some "discourse" flare up around the storytelling in Final Fantasy 14 and specifically its new expansion, Dawntrail, and we've got thoughts. Also, don't miss our commentary on what appears to be Sony winding down active support for the PS4, and how cloud gaming can be really cool in the right situation.

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PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 1:58 PM
     All Disney Dreamlight Valley codes July 2024

July 6, 2024 A new code has been added to the list.

What are the latest Disney Dreamlight Valley codes? We've done some digging to make sure we've got the latest codes available from Gameloft. To celebrate the release of Dreamlight Valley multiplayer, there are two new codes below.

The Dreamlight Valley golden potato code was the first to come to the Disney game, and gives you just that, a golden potato. It doesn't even do anything yet, but the exciting news is that it appears to be part of a future Dreamlight Valley quest. The code might no longer available, but if you still don't have a golden potato, you can pick one up in Scrooge's shop, and notes hidden around the valley suggest that the potato might be put to use any day now. Other codes have since been released with various celebrations and events, and all current Dreamlight Valley codes can be found below.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Disney games, What's the next Dreamlight Valley update?, Disney Dreamlight Valley guide

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 1:45 PM
     How to dismantle weapons in The First Descendant

How do you dismantle weapons in The First Descendant? Nexon's third-person looter shooter shares inventory mechanics of other games in the genre like Destiny 2 and the Borderlands series. Frequently obtaining new weapons by taking down various enemies, you'll need to regularly dismantle unwanted guns to make room for more.

If your PC has met The First Descendant system requirements and you've already been spending a lot of time in the free-to-play adventure, it will have been made clear how quickly inventory space fills up, similarly to other RPG games. Thankfully, the steps to dismantling weapons in The First Descendant are even more straightforward than getting The First Descendant Caliber when you know what to do.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The First Descendant system requirements, The First Descendant characters, The First Descendant crossplay

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:41 PM
     FF14 server status and maintenance times - is FFXIV down?

Is FF14 down? If you can't log on to FF14 or access your character, it might be due to ongoing maintenance or server issues. Before worrying about any problems with your game, you'll want to check the FF14 server status and currently scheduled maintenance times below to see if the MMO is offline.

If you can't log into FF14, it's typically because of planned maintenance. The critically acclaimed MMORPG occasionally schedules downtime to implement patches, updates, and other hotfixes or to perform maintenance on the game's servers. Developer Square Enix usually announces these well ahead of time, so be sure to read on and see when future maintenance times are planned.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs, FF14 Dawntrail release date, FF14 Island Sanctuary guide

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:38 PM
     The First Descendant makes formerly exclusive rewards available to all

Developer Nexon Games says it is "deeply regretful" for issues during the launch of The First Descendant, its new free-to-play looter shooter. The sci-fi co-op game currently sits at a 'mixed' user rating on Steam, with just 51% of its 32,000 reviews giving it a positive recommendation, as players bemoan the game's early launch wobbles, monetization issues, and repetitive mission structure. As compensation, the developer is now extending previously exclusive rewards earned through the game's beta tests to all players.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The First Descendant system requirements, The First Descendant characters, The First Descendant crossplay

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 11:28 AM
     XDefiant wasn't rushed out, but

If many years of Call of Duty, Counter-Strike 2, and Apex Legends have you in the market for a new FPS game, XDefiant is a solid contender. The Ubisoft multiplayer shooter has seen a largely positive response since its launch in May, with some excellent map design and a developer that's actively making changes based on community feedback. It hasn't been without its issues, however, something executive producer Mark Rubin addresses in answer to claims the game was rushed out.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best XDefiant loadouts, All XDefiant factions, Best XDefiant weapons

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:18 PM
    

Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance allows you to slow time and slice objects into pieces, their 3D models bisecting precisely along the lines of your swipes. For this reason alone, I think you should own it. Now you can own it DRM-free on GOG.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 1:54 PM
    

You can't purchase Outrun 2006: Coast 2 Coast digitally on PC anymore, because the Ferrari license expired and it was removed from sale back in 2010. We live in a cruel universe. The excellent, stylish racing game is still playable if you do own a copy, however, and it just received a fan update that'll make it run better on modern machines.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:52 PM
    

Construct 'n' destruct sim Besiege recently got a splashy expansion in The Splintered Sea, which Nic enjoyed a lot in his review while calling it compact, small and brisk. Apparently Nic wasn't alone in this opinion: its developers now say they're working on a free update that will expand the expansion and make its campaign 50% longer.

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Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:41 PM
    

See the Genshin Impact Kirara and Nilou Costumes Heading to the Outfit Shop

HoYoVerse announced that the 4.8 version of Genshin Impact will include new costumes for Kirara and Nilou that can be earned or bought in the Character Outfit Shop. Now, there are closer looks at and more information about acquiring the two new looks for the units. 

As is customary for a four-star unit outfit in Genshin Impact, people have a chance to earn the Phantom in Boots costume for Kirara before needing to buy it. It will be a Summertide Scales and Tales reward. By completing the objectives in the event, you can earn the optional attire. If you fall short or miss the event entirely, you can spend 1,680 Genesis Crystals in the Character Outfit Shop for the different skin. As a reminder, 1,980 Genesis Crystals costs $29.99, and paying real cash is the only way to acquire that currency.

Likewise, a five-star unit costume in Genshin Impact is always only available in the Character Outfit Shop, so someone will need to pay right away for the one for Nilou. You won't be able to get Breeze of Sabaa any other way. However, when these costumes do launch, they always are temporarily discounted. So until August 26, 2024, it will cost 1,35o Genesis Crystals. After that launch period, the price will go back up to 1,680 as usual. Note that this isn't a five-star outfit, like the one released for Diluc, so no custom idle animation or extra attack effects appear when equipped. 

Here is a gallery of images HoYoVerse shared with us offering a closer look at the two outfits:

And here is the official "Outfit Teaser: Teyvat Style - Simulanka's Blessings" trailer that shows how both of the costumes look in-game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ynAC8ZYVpU&ab_channel=GenshinImpact

Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices. The 4.8 update will arrive on July 17, 2024. 

The post See the 4.8 Genshin Impact Kirara and Nilou Outfits appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:24 PM
    

Sonic x Shadow Dark Beginnings Anime Expo 2024 Reveal Involved a Trailer

At Anime Expo 2024, Sega and Studio Giggex revealed the Sonic x Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings three episode prologue. A trailer with Shadow and Maria appeared ahead of the show's Fall 2024 debut. [Thanks, Sonic Stadium!]

Sonic x Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings will be a prologue to the game and look into Shadow's past, with the video showing him, Maria, and Emerl. We see Emerl heading for Professor Gerald Robotnik's lab, and Maria begging Shadow to help him. Shadow dashes off, but the trailer cuts off before showing more of the encounter.

https://twitter.com/sonicstadium/status/1809682475280658597

In addition to the Sonic x Shadow: Generations Dark Beginnings trailer, the panel at Anime. Expo 2024 included appearances by the voice actors for Shadow (Kirk Thornton) and Maria Robotnik (Stephanie Sheh) and other information about the series. For example, Ian Flynn is confirmed as a writer for the prequel. Flynn previously wrote the Sonic the Hedgehog comics and worked on games like Sonic Frontiers

This comes following other news tied to the game. For example, people can get a retro, Sega Saturn-inspired skin for Sonic for the Sonic x Shadow Generations. It is free if someone signs up for Sega's email newsletter. Hololive Vtuber Inugami Korone is also dressing up as Shadow.

Sonic x Shadow Generations will come to the PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC on October 25, 2024. The Dark Beginnings three episode animated prequel will debut in Fall 2024. 

The post See Sonic x Shadow Generations Dark Beginnings Anime Expo 2024 Reveal appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:11 PM
    

Idea Factory International Anime Expo 2024 Games Include Otome, Neptunia

At Anime Expo 2024, Idea Factory International announced five games, with two being new otome titles and another being the latest Hyperdimension Neptunia spin-off. All of the games that appeared are heading to consoles.

There are two otome games among the Idea Factory International Anime Expo 2024 games. These are Battlefield Waltz and Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights. Both will head to the Nintendo Switch.  In Battlefield Waltz, we follow a warrior-in-training named Ran and the five young men she meets at an academy for those who could become the best and strongest. Meanwhile, Temirana involves players helping the "Lucky Princess" as she finds love with one of the "Tragic Knights."  

Here is the Vita trailer for Battlefield Waltz, as that's where the game first appeared:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3siD50juTQ&ab_channel=%E3%82%AA%E3%83%88%E3%83%A1%E3%82%A4%E3%83%88

Meawhile, here's a Temirana trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzKIjY9VpGY&ab_channel=%E3%82%AA%E3%83%88%E3%83%A1%E3%82%A4%E3%83%88

The new entries in Idea Factory International staples are Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos and Death end re;Quest: Code Z. The newest Hyperdimension Neptunia spin-off will show up on the Switch, PS4, and PS5 outside Japan. It involves racing motorcycles and the series' classic Dogoos slime dog enemies. Death end re;Quest: Code Z is the third entry in the now trilogy, and it will also be on the Switch, PS4, and PS5. 

Here's a Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos Japanese trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlNebgbU7jA&ab_channel=%E3%82%B3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%91%E3%82%A4%E3%83%AB%E3%83%8F%E3%83%BC%E3%83%88

You can see the Japanese Death end re;Quest: Code Z trailer below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wi5jG8-Rc-k&ab_channel=%E3%82%B3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%91%E3%82%A4%E3%83%AB%E3%83%8F%E3%83%BC%E3%83%88

Finally, Touhou Spell Carnival will be on the Switch, PS4, and PS5 worldwide. It is a strategy game that still involves the bullet hell elements, as you'll deploy and move the series' classic characters on a grid, then use their bullets to attack. 

Here's a Japanese trailer showing how it works:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baHY8wVaaFs&ab_channel=%E3%82%B3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%91%E3%82%A4%E3%83%AB%E3%83%8F%E3%83%BC%E3%83%88

The post Idea Factory International Anime Expo 2024 Games Include Otome, Neptunia appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 PM
    

Bride of the Barrier Master Manga Keeps Its Story Strong

When we have these sorts of manga series where there's someone who is the scrape goat and bullied, then picked as the one for a major, desired figure, it can sometimes feel like the moment ends after… well… they get together and married. With volume 2 of the Bride of the Barrier Master manga, we have a situation where Kureha and Odayaka provided enough additional motivating factors and situations to keep that story going and a reader invested.

Editor's Note: There will be spoilers for the first volume of the Bride of the Barrier Master manga below, as well as plot point overviews for the second.

So in the first volume of Bride of the Barrier Master, we ended up introduced to Hana and Hazuki Ichise. Both are magical practitioners, though Hazuki is considered the golden child due to seemingly being more powerful. The truth of it is Hana is the more powerful of the two, so much that she has three Shikigami spirits working alongside her and two are humans, but her abilities didn't manifest until later. Because of that, the family prized Hazuki and ignored or abused Hana. But Hana was fine with that, because she wanted a normal life.

However, Saku Ichinomiya, head of the clan that keeps barriers up in Japan depending everyone against evil supernatural forces realizes her strength. He needs her assistance to repair and maintain one of the five Pillars, now that he's head of the family and clan. This, in turn, means marrying her. So the whole first volume involved getting to the point where they meet and form an agreement. There was even a contract guaranteeing Hana a peaceful life and stipend so she could live carefree.

Given the nature of the arrangement, I went into the second volume expecting a bit more resistance to the marriage ahead of the ceremony. However, the Bride of the Barrier Master manga doesn't dawdle or focus too much on that. The wedding goes smoothly. While Saku's mother and brother don't approve, we get to see their reactions and treatment change as they meet Hana. So already, one of the elements that might have dragged out the story in similar situations is largely resolved right away.

However, I really appreciated how the rest of the volume helped provide other reasons to keep the story compelling. One is the Ichinomiya Pillar itself. We see the two repaired it. Given the nature of these sorts of stories and the fact there are five others, it left me wondering if that could return as a plot point. After all, it's a heavy burden on Saku and people like him. Not to mention Hana being as strong as she is could mean her help would be needed by others, now that she's no longer hiding her power level.

We also get a chance to see what daily life is like for Saku and how he uses his practitioner abilities to aid others. Hana ends up involved in such a case. I'm not going to spoil it for those haven't read this volume, of course. However, it does provide potential for Hana to grow as an individual. It felt like in the first volume that because of the treatment of her family and others, perhaps she saw her own skills as something to ignore so she could live peacefully. Her work with Saku makes me wonder if that could change a bit and we could see them grow to work together for the greater good.

Naturally, there's also the developing relationship between Hana and Saku. We could see the two enjoyed sort of picking at or on each other in both of the initial volumes. Hana has someone who knows exactly who she is and accepts her for it. Saku has someone who treats him like anyone else and can properly support him. It's really fun to read through their interactions and grow as a couple. Especially when both will exploit chances to gain ground to improve their own situations.

I really appreciate the Bride of the Barrier Master manga pacing and am glad it isn't drawing out elements for the sake of drama. It could and still keep its excellent, sometimes comedic tone. But the way it is executing it allows Hana to be the independent, strong, and genuinely funny heroine she is, while also allowing us to see Saku and others appreciate her for herself.

Volumes 1 and 2 of the Bride of the Barrier Master manga are available now, and Yen Press will release volume 3 on November 19, 2024. Yen Press also handles the light novel outside Japan.

The post Bride of the Barrier Master Manga's Story Stays Strong appeared first on Siliconera.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:08 PM
    

"To a much broader audience, including a family-friendly audience".

The post LEGO Horizon Adventures is Releasing on Switch To Focus on a "Family-Friendly" Audience appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, July 6, 2024 2:44 PM
    

An announcement trailer was also released.

The post Bleach: Rebirth of Souls Announced For PC and Consoles appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, July 6, 2024 2:30 PM

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, July 6, 2024 2:06 PM
    

According to a Deallabs report from prominent leaker Billlbil-Kun

The post EA Sports FC 25 Release Date Seemingly Leaked appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.


iDev Games Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 10:18 AM
     coniction of gun dude is a run and gun game with procedurally generated dungeons...

Jul 06, 10:00


PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 9:37 AM
     Fallout London

In the wake of the Fallout show and Bethesda's Fallout 4 next-gen update, the game I've been most excited to play is actually Fallout London. The ambitious standalone mod project created by a team of hardworking fans goes beyond many of the best Fallout 4 mods to deliver a whole new setting in a DLC-sized package. Now, after several months of waiting following its postponement, developer Team FOLON says the end is in sight.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fallout 4 console commands, Fallout 4 mods, Fallout 4 System Requirements

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 8:05 AM
     Last Epoch 1.1 patch notes arrive ahead of Harbingers of Ruin

Last Epoch patch notes have arrived ahead of the ARPG's second season. The Harbingers of Ruin update introduces a wealth of new systems to 2024's best Diablo rival, and the beginning of the new Cycle is a great reason to come back or start for the first time, especially if you're looking for something to pass the next month before Diablo 4 Season 5 begins. Developer Eleventh Hour Games continues to innovate and adapt on its already excellent base, and we've dug through the full Last Epoch 1.1 patch notes to see what's changed.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Last Epoch review, Last Epoch builds, Last Epoch tier list

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 8:08 AM
     Stalker 2 plays like the most brutal, difficult game in the series

It's no secret that I'm excited about a lot of this year's videogame offerings. Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, overnight sensation Supervive - while 2025 is the 'big year' for videogames, the latter half of 2024's looking pretty damn good. But amid all these adventures - some of which I've been waiting for for years - there's Stalker 2. As someone who has played Shadow of Chernobyl many times, I've been silently excited for its highly anticipated sequel; it's not one many would put on the 'list of games Lauren likes,' but it's there, trust me.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best apocalypse games, Stalker 2 release date, Best survival games

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 6:47 AM
     Zenless Zone Zero gives you free pulls as thanks for launch success

Getting free Zenless Zone Zero pulls is always welcome news, and developer HoYoverse is offering just that right now as a thank you to players. The stylish urban follow-up to Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail has already seen huge success in its first two days. Releasing on Thursday July 4, the anime game is proving a colossal hit so far, and if you're eager to get your hands on its best characters at launch you're about to earn some extra chances.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Zenless Zone Zero review, Zenless Zone Zero codes, Zenless Zone Zero banners

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:14 AM
     FF14 server status and maintenance times - is FFXIV down?

Is FF14 down? If you can't log on to FF14 or access your character, it might be due to ongoing maintenance or server issues. Before worrying about any problems with your game, you'll want to check the FF14 server status and currently scheduled maintenance times below to see if the MMO is offline.

If you can't log into FF14, it's typically because of planned maintenance. The critically acclaimed MMORPG occasionally schedules downtime to implement patches, updates, and other hotfixes or to perform maintenance on the game's servers. Developer Square Enix usually announces these well ahead of time, so be sure to read on and see when future maintenance times are planned.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs, FF14 Dawntrail release date, FF14 Island Sanctuary guide

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:38 AM
     Free Monopoly Go dice links July 2024

July 6, 2024: We've added the latest new Monopoly Go dice links to get free dice rolls.

How can I get Monopoly Go free dice links? The household favorite board game has been reimagined as a free-to-play app on smartphones, allowing everyone to experience the thrills of Monopoly on practically any device. Everything that makes the board game special is here in Monopoly Go, so you'll be collecting properties and building hotels as you go around the board, and there are a variety of multiplayer minigames to get through along the way.

You're going to need to get your hands on Monopoly dice rolls, but they are difficult to come by no matter how far you are into the board game. There are ways to earn additional dice rolls, including logging into the game every day to collect daily bonuses, progressing further in the game, and inviting friends to try Monopoly Go. While you can also spend real money to unlock more dice rolls, you may want to give our list of Monopoly Go dice links a try instead, especially if you're waiting for the next Monopoly Go Golden Blitz event. Take a look at all the currently active Monopoly Go free dice links for today.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best board games, Monopoly Go events, Monopoly Go dice

PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 AM
     New World Aeternum turns a middling MMO into a great RPG

When Amazon Games first announced New World: Aeternum, the "spiritual sequel" to its flagship MMORPG, New World, I think we were all a bit perplexed. Is this a remake? Is it a full sequel? Is it an ARPG rework? Why now? Questions, questions, and yet more questions. As one of the millions of people who tried out New World at launch, I was intrigued, especially given the apparent switch to ARPG-style combat; I imagined New World's universe with an injection of Diablo and the fluidity of Lost Ark. I was pleasantly surprised when I sat down at Summer Game Fest to take Aeternum for a spin, but I ultimately left with more questions than I had to begin with.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: New World server list, Best MMORPGs, New World review

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 AM
    

I played badminton yesterday. I am now incredibly sore all over. It made me realise that, perhaps more than anything else you could say about them, weekends are for being sore. Sleeping in, waking up covered in aches, making a noise like someone three times your age when you get out of bed, and then pretending you're a third of your current age by doing nothing except play games for the next 48 hours. Here's how we'll be spending them!

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Twinfinite Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:58 AM
    
BangBang Survivor or Survivor.io - which is better?

Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 9:00 AM
    

Kaiju No 8 GFuel Involves a Good Balance of Sweetness

GFuel often puts together partnerships with games and anime series. Do the tastes tied to properties always make sense? No. (I don't really think of citrus fruits or strawberries when I play Persona 3 Reload.) But after a busy not-E3-June, I did try the Kaiju No 8 Full Release GFuel inspired by the anime to help stay awake and survive. While I don't immediately associate kiwi or berry with Kafka or kaiju in general, I was really pleased with the flavor and it did help me get through some long work days.

It's honestly been a while since I did drink GFuel, prior to binge with the Kaiju No 8 Kiwi Berry Blitz energy formula variant. Like I used to rely on the Peach Ring Sonic the Hedgehog version. I appreciated that one because it had a peach flavor, without tasting too artificial or having a strong aftertaste. In the case of the this variety, I tried a bit of the powder on its own first. The powder color (and ensuing drink) is a lighter shade of the teal associated with Kafka in the series. The smell of berry comes through more than kiwi, as you might expect. I also didn't notice any chemical scent, which was a positive. I recall some earlier products from the company could smell a bit awry.

Even when I just sampled a taste of the powder for the Kaiju No 8 GFuel, I noticed that it wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. The powder definitely tasted more like a fruit-based kiwi and berry product. However, it was a bit more subtle than I expected. Like when I was a kid, I would have probably gone for Pixy Stix in this flavor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toP0fC5q6XU&ab_channel=GFUEL

Once fully mixed, the actual Kaiju No 8 Full Release GFuel ends up looking a bit more true to Kafka's color scheme in his kaiju form. The kiwi flavor is blended well into it, in such a way that it doesn't come across as strong as it does in say the Snapple strawberry kiwi variety. It also definitely tastes like there is a mix of berries used in putting the flavor together, rather than a straightforward blend of strawberry and kiwi. I definitely tasted some blueberry and raspberry in there. Oddly enough, I felt like some pineapple came through as well, and I wasn't surprised when I checked the ingredient list to see that powder was included in the ingredients. Also, I appreciated that this was a lighter color drink that didn't stain the glass and was easier to clean.

As for the actual amount of energy, it was fine. I've always noticed with GFuel that there is sufficient caffeine and other energy-related vitamins and ingredients in the ensuing drinks to keep me awake. A serving of the Kaiju No 8 Full Release variant is 140mg, which is less caffeine than two cups of coffee. Since I'm not the biggest fan of coffee and I don't want the over 200mg of caffeine I'd get in like an energy shot or 300mg in something like a Bang Energy, it's perfect. I don't end up feeling shaky after a glass of this, and it usually doesn't have a negative effect on my regular sleep patterns. 

As far as GFuel anime tie-in flavors goes, I enjoyed the Kaiju No 8 Full Release variety. The kiwi and berry flavors go well together, and the other fruit powders tossed into it don't detract from that. The amount of energy I got out of it helped. Plus while it initially didn't scream "Kaiju No 8" to me, the final color of the drink does match Kafka's energy.

The Kaiju No 8 Full Release GFuel is available now, and the anime is streaming on Crunchyroll. Viz Media handles the manga outside Japan. Kaiju No 8: The Game is in development for PCs and mobile devices. 

The post Kaiju No 8 GFuel Involves a Good Balance of Sweetness appeared first on Siliconera.

Jul 06, 04:00


PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 AM
     New World Aeternum turns a middling MMO into a great RPG

When Amazon Games first announced New World: Aeternum, the "spiritual sequel" to its flagship MMORPG, New World, I think we were all a bit perplexed. Is this a remake? Is it a full sequel? Is it an ARPG rework? Why now? Questions, questions, and yet more questions. As one of the millions of people who tried out New World at launch, I was intrigued, especially given the apparent switch to ARPG-style combat; I imagined New World's universe with an injection of Diablo and the fluidity of Lost Ark. I was pleasantly surprised when I sat down at Summer Game Fest to take Aeternum for a spin, but I ultimately left with more questions than I had to begin with.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: New World server list, Best MMORPGs, New World review

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 AM
    

I played badminton yesterday. I am now incredibly sore all over. It made me realise that, perhaps more than anything else you could say about them, weekends are for being sore. Sleeping in, waking up covered in aches, making a noise like someone three times your age when you get out of bed, and then pretending you're a third of your current age by doing nothing except play games for the next 48 hours. Here's how we'll be spending them!

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Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:35 AM
    

Hear Hololive's Gawr Gura Sing at the Dodgers Game

At the Los Angeles Dodgers game hololive night event on July 5, 2024, which happened during Anime Expo 2024, Gawr Gura sang "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the seventh-inning stretch. Cover then shared footage of the performance online for everyone who couldn't attend in-person to see.

Here's Cover's clip of the segment: 

https://twitter.com/hololive_En/status/1809440916782096438

While the clip of Gawr Gura singing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" during the Dodgers hololive event was only a brief clip, other people also shared footage of the moment on social media. For example, Koko on X shared the full over one minute long performance.

https://twitter.com/KokoChocoCocoa/status/1809437297705996769

Usada Pekora, Gawr Gura, and Hoshimachi Suisei also appeared on the board during the game. Spiritsnare shared video clips of those moments on social media, which you can watch below. 

https://twitter.com/Spiritsnare/status/1809409117968298312

People were also sharing videos of the line for hololive merchandise being sold at the Dodgers game. Hwikky showed the Official Team Store tent, as well as part of the line of people waiting to buy Pekora, Gura, and Suisei items.

https://twitter.com/hwikkyofficial/status/1809388953700892946

People who purchased tickets got a pack of trading cards of all three Vtubers in Dodgers uniforms. The event also included a photo op spot and a drone show. 

The Dodgers versus Milkwaukee Brewers game was July 5, 2024. 

The post Hear Hololive's Gawr Gura Sing at the Dodgers Game appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Friday, July 5, 2024 10:05 PM
    

Sword Art Online: SAO Fractured Daydream Includes Eiji and Yuna

At the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase during Anime Expo 2024, the Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream reveal involved a trailer showcasing SAO Ordinal Scale's Eiji Nochizawa and Yuna. They will appear as a Rogue and Support, respectively.

Editor's Note: There will be some Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale spoilers in the SAO Fractured Daydream trailer for Eiji and Yuna.

Both Eiji and Yuna appeared in Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale and arc in the manga. The two characters are connected to each other in the story. Yoshio Inoue will reprise his role as the character. However Risae Matsuda will play Yuna instead of Sayaka Kanda, as Kanda died in December 2021. 

Here is the video, which highlights their gameplay footage. It begins by showing gameplay of Eiji in battle. At the 30 second mark. Yuna appears and starts to fight.  We then see the two of them together at the 50 second mark as they face a foe.

Here's the trailer showing how Eiji and Yuna will look in Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAoNWeS1QPo&ab_channel=BandaiNamcoEntertainmentAmerica

We'll see Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream worldwide later this year. Bandai Namco recently revealed it will be out on October 4, 2024, and confirmed people who pre-order can get DLC to dress Kirito as a Demon King.

Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream debuts on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam on October 4, 2024. 

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Siliconera Friday, July 5, 2024 9:37 PM
    

Bleach Rebirth of Souls Game Announced at Anime Expo

At the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase at Anime Expo 2024, a new Bleach game called Bleach Rebirth of Souls appeared. It will be on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. It was only listed as "coming soon." Ahead of the reveal, Tite Kubo's social media account teased an announcement would appear.

Bleach Rebirth of Souls will feature an original story by Tite Kubo. Ichigo, Rukia, Uryu, Orihime, Chad, and Renji were all confirmed as characters in the game. The color design is meant to fall in line with Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War's. It was described as a "fighting action game." Also, the first trailer showed the moment when Ichigo meets Rukia for the first time and gains the power of a Soul Reaper to save his family.

Here's the first trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD2RbaukDKU

This isn't the only big Bleach game announcement to come up in 2024. Bleach: Brave Souls came to consoles for the first time in June 2024. People on the Xbox One and Xbox Series X can go through the free-to-play game.

Bleach Rebirth of Souls is in development for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The Bleach anime, including Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, is streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. Viz Media handles the manga.

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Siliconera Friday, July 5, 2024 9:00 PM
    

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hololive VTuber Roboco will have a stream on July 6, 2024 from 12:00 PM. This stream will be a zatsudan stream in which she talks about the time she was in the hospital.

The above date and time for the stream correlates to Japan. It would be July 5, 2024 at 8:00 PM PST/11 PM EST. You'll be able to watch the stream from Roboco's YouTube channel.

According to Roboco's Tweet, she was actually in the hospital for reasons she'll discuss in the stream. An ambulance took her there about a week ago. Because she had no idea when she would be let out, she wasn't able to say anything to people. However, she's recovered now and is able to stream again.

Roboco is not the only VTuber who had to go on hiatus due to medical reasons. Fellow hololive VTuber Ookami Mio, who was also in the hospital for acute pancreatitis, could not stream for over a month. She recovered in late June 2024 and returned to her normal streaming activities.

Roboco is the second ever member of hololive and debuted in 2018 on YouTube and Niconico. She debuted before the concept of generations in hololive, but she's considered to be in the 0th generation along with Tokino Sora, Hoshimachi Suisei, and Sakura Miko. As of the time of writing, she has over 1.01 million subscribers on her YouTube channel.

hololive VTuber Roboco will have a return stream at 12:00 PM on July 6, 2024.

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Siliconera Friday, July 5, 2024 8:20 PM
    

Sadako From The Ring Joining Bishoujo Figure Series

At Anime Expo 2024, Kotobukiya officially confirmed that Sadako, the main character from The Ring series of novels, movies, and manga, will join the Bishoujo figure line. This comes after a teaser on July 3, 2024 that showed a video tape and a TV with static on it. On the second day of Anime Expo 2024, the company shared a picture of the painted prototype.

Here's the official concept art for The Ring Sadako Bishoujo figure. As usual, it is done by Shunya Yamashita. The artist is behind all of the designs for characters in the collection. The art shows her face entirely covered by her long black hair, though a shadow in the background shows one eye peeking out. She will wear a white dress and be surrounded by video tapes. This is a reference to how she spreads and attacks people.

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1808893536646893598

Next, here's the full reveal from July 5, 2024:

https://twitter.com/Kotobukiya_EN/status/1809370424209469486

Many horror icons are a part of the Bishoujo figure line. In each case, the design depicts them as a beautiful young woman. So in 2023, one based on the 2017 version of Pennywise from It appeared. Beetlejuice also joined the lineup in 2020. Vampirella is going to be one of the next characters to join after Sadako.

While no prototype of the Sadako figure will appear at the event, other exclusive merchandise will be at Kotobukiya's booth. The company confirmed it will have Bishoujo figure variants of Cliff Jumper from Transformers, a Medical Officer from Star Trek, and Lilith from Darkstalkers.

There's no release window for the Sadako The Ring Bishoujo figure. Anime Expo runs July 4-7, 2024 at the LA Convention Center in Los Angeles, California.

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