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. |
PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 1:58 PM  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. Continue reading All Disney Dreamlight Valley codes July 2024 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 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. Continue reading How to dismantle weapons in The First Descendant MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The First Descendant system requirements, The First Descendant characters, The First Descendant crossplay |
PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:41 PM  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. Continue reading FF14 server status and maintenance times - is FFXIV down? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best MMOs, FF14 Dawntrail release date, FF14 Island Sanctuary guide |
PCGamesN Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:38 PM  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  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. Continue reading XDefiant wasn't rushed out, but "there is a lot to do," lead says 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. |
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. |
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. |
Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:41 PM
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.
Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices. The 4.8 update will arrive on July 17, 2024.
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Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 5:24 PM
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.
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.
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Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 4:11 PM
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:
Meawhile, here's a Temirana trailer:
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:
You can see the Japanese Death end re;Quest: Code Z trailer below:
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:
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Siliconera Saturday, July 6, 2024 3:00 PM
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.
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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 According to leaker Kurakasis on Exputer The post A Final Fantasy XIV Mobile Version is Reportedly In Development appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
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. |
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