Aug 10, 18:00


GamersHeroes Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:37 PM
    

Running through August 15, Silver Lining Studio and PLAYISM's story-driven puzzle game The Star Named EOS is an official selection for Tiny Teams 2024.

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Kotaku Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:00 PM
    

This week, we've got tips for you on how to make the most of attunement as it returns to Destiny 2, as well as how to nab Fallout 76's formidable Union Power Armor. We've also got a recommendation for The Order: 1886 which was much-maligned on release, tips about some sales you may want to take advantage of, and more.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:37 PM
     Make Cyberpunk 2077's crafting more immersive with new mod

From dirty streets dripped in neon light down to the rich character building and lore, Cyberpunk 2077 is without a doubt a gripping and remarkably immersive RPG. With numerous enhancements made since launch, particularly with the Phantom Liberty expansion, it can also be a solid FPS. However, it's not all perfect. Cyberpunk 2077's crafting has long been a sore spot, even after drastic changes. Thanks to a new mod though, you can overhaul your crafting experience for the better.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:21 PM
     New Skyrim mod overhauls the aging combat with realistic dismemberment

Skyrim's combat has not aged well. Weapons and magic are the weakest part of Bethesda's crowning RPG, and after a decade each is more akin to hacking at a tree stump or clapping your hands together. Bethesda did a great job modernizing its shooting mechanics in Fallout 4 and Starfield, but we're still waiting on the team to do the same with Elder Scrolls 6's combat. Until then, this new Skyrim mod does something truly astounding and adds a dense dismemberment system to the game, making fights feel new again.

MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Skyrim mods, Elder Scrolls 6 release date, Games like Skyrim

PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:30 AM
     Rivals codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: One new Rivals code has been added.

What are the new Rivals codes? Nosniy Games' FPS shooter makes for exciting 1v1 and 5V5 matches, but being able to redeem extra in-game bonuses sprinkles in that extra layer of excitement. As new codes are regularly dropped by the developer, players can keep coming back for even more extras over time like weapons and cosmetics.

Visited by millions of players, this game joins a plethora of Roblox titles where you can redeem rewards, like those who use Demon Blade codes and YBA codes. In the meantime though, let's jump into all Rivals codes available right now.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:27 AM
     Creatures of Sonaria codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: One new Creatures of Sonaria code has been added to this list.

Are there Creatures of Sonaria codes? Playing as a monster kaiju surviving in the wild is an exciting Roblox experience as it is. However, Creatures of Sonaria gets even better when there are some free rewards to redeem.

In the same way that Dragon Adventures codes and Haze Piece codes add helpful items or accessories to your Roblox journey, Creatures of Sonaria is capable of redeeming delightful bonuses to further customize your time as a powerful monster. So, let's dive into whether there are any Creatures of Sonaria codes active.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:22 AM
     Basketball Legends codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: One new Basketball Legends code has been added.

What are the newest Basketball Legends codes? We've assembled a full list of working Basketball Legends codes you can redeem for essential in-game rewards like coins, boosts, and even a Cyber Case. If you want to earn more coins as quickly as possible, this is the guide for you.

Basketball Legends is a massively popular sports game on Roblox with thousands of active players, courtesy of its simple yet fun premise of 5v5 or pickup game matches. For other sports games on Roblox, check out Untitled Boxing Game codes and Arm Wrestle Simulator codes. Since it can be tough to know when new Basketball Legends codes are out or if they even work, we've personally tested each code available this month and listed them out below.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:20 AM
     Fruit Seas codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: Three new Fruit Seas codes have been added.

What are the new Fruit Seas codes? Whether you choose to become a pirate to plunder the seven seas or a marine that hunts down boisterous buccaneers, you may want some extra boosts or Beli to help begin your adventure. However, the codes do not last very long whenever they become available, so you'll need to redeem them as soon as you can.

Fruit Seas, formerly known as Demon Piece, is just one of many Roblox experiences that take inspiration from its other anime games. If you want free stuff for them as well, we have all the latest Blox Fruits codes, Anime Champions codes, and Fruit Battlegrounds codes for you to redeem. Since time is of the essence, here are all the Fruit Seas codes.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:17 AM
     Type Soul codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: There are twelve new Type Soul codes to redeem.

What are the new Type Soul codes? Death does not mean the end in this anime-inspired game, and no matter if you pick to become a Soul Reaper or one of the Hollow, you'll need the best gear if you want to survive.

While there are many Roblox games based on popular anime, this up-and-coming action adventure will eventually have a lineup of freebies to win. However, while you're waiting for new Type Soul codes, check out the latest Project Slayers codes or Blox Fruits codes if you're in the market for freebies in other anime-inspired Roblox games.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:08 AM
     Untitled Boxing Game codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: Two new Untitled Boxing Game codes has been added.

What are the new Untitled Boxing Game codes? These freebies will light your fists on fire with tons of extra spins. This relatively secretive Roblox brawler is gearing up for a big release, and its dynamic camera and fancy footwork already have it feeling like a beat-'em-up poised for the big leagues. Climb into the ring and fight fair. Just use a few codes beforehand. Nobody needs to know.

Ready your fists and challenge anyone in this Roblox arena to a punching match. Stand your ground, stay on your toes, and keep your head in the game. And if you can't quite cut it, we have plenty of Shindo Life codes for you to use instead, with Blox Fruits codes and King Legacy codes available if you're more of a pirate than a ninja.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 11:03 AM
     Five Nights TD codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: Five new Five Nights TD codes have been added, while one previously working code has been marked as expired.

What are the newest Five Nights TD codes? The latest list of working Nights TD codes we've put together in this guide has been fully tested and is ready to grant you helpful rewards like in-game currency and other essentials.

Inspired by the original Five Nights at Freddy's games, this Roblox take on the iconic horror franchise has been immensely popular with thousands of active players. If it's other horror games you're after, be sure to try out the current Descent codes or Murder Mystery 2 codes. To make it through the night in Five Nights TD though, you'll need the rewards from the codes listed below for the best chance of survival.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:53 AM
     Blade Ball codes August 2024 - free skins and spins

August 10, 2024: One new Blade Ball code has been added.

What are the new Blade Ball codes? Those who want to stand out while playing this dodgeball game can splash out on new weapons, skills, and even explosive effects. To get them, though, you need coins, and there are ways to instantly get a small amount of coins to roll the dice while getting a chance to open crates and maybe pull a rare sword skin. 

There are other similar games on the Roblox platform, so be sure to get all the latest Arm Wrestle Simulator codes to get yourself ripped or learn the secret of Berry Avenue codes if you'd rather live a calmer virtual life. Here are all the latest Blade Ball codes, how to enter them, and where to find more.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:35 AM
     Anime Last Stand codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: Nine new Anime Last Stand codes have been added to this list.

What are the newest Anime Last Stand codes? Plenty of anime-inspired tower defense games are available on the Roblox platform, and Anime Last Stand is the latest to emerge from its testing phase. You can now collect your favorite anime heroes and villains to guard your base, but you'll need a stash of emeralds to afford them.

Luckily, even if you're starting this Roblox experience, there are plenty of Anime Last Stand codes to grab tons of free emeralds and rerolls. While you're here, other tower defense games are available, and you can get free stuff for them with Tower Defense X codes and All Star Tower Defense codes, or perhaps Blox Fruits codes or Project Slayers codes for something different.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:28 AM
     Take-Two CEO shoots down GTA 6 Game Pass launch hopes

Following the astronomical success of Grand Theft Auto 5 for well over a decade now, GTA 6 is on track to potentially break records just like its predecessor. Either way, it's unquestionably one of the most anticipated games of all time. While we'd all love to jump into such a landmark release at no extra cost, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has shot down all hopes of a GTA 6 Game Pass launch.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:21 AM
     Snag almost every Borderlands game and save over $100 right now

I don't care what anyone says, the Borderlands games are exactly what they need to be. The looter shooter RPGs are filled with over-the-top guns, eccentric characters, and idiosyncratic writing to the point that many people turn away. I get it. Some of it has aged like milk and the tone isn't for everyone. But if you look past this and play each game for what it is, these are some incredibly dense, rewarding, and combat-heavy shooters that are a joy to play with friends. It helps that you can save over $100 on the whole collection for a limited time, too.


PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 10:02 AM
     Anime Dimensions codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: One Anime Dimensions code has been added to this list.

What are the active Anime Dimensions codes? No doubt you're no stranger to Roblox's anime offerings, as there are loads of them out there. However, this one is a good option if you ever want to transform into the likes of Goku, Luffy, or Naruto and punch/Ki Blast/ninjitsu your way through hordes of enemies.

There are plenty of other anime-inspired games on the Roblox platform with redeemable codes for free in-game currency and more. This includes Anime Adventures codes, Project Slayers codes, and Kage Tycoon codes. For now, though, here are some Anime Dimensions codes that can get you free gems and boosts for your chosen fighter.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 2:18 PM
     Grab a free Steam key for this ambitious Cities Skylines 2 rival

It's no secret that Cities Skylines 2 has struggled to catch on quite like its predecessor did. Marred by performance issues, a lack of modding tools, and faulty DLC, Paradox's city building sequel somewhat pales in comparison to its iconic predecessor. In its absence, however, we've seen a slew of plunky indies appear, including Highrise City, a colossal management sim that's easily Cities' closest rival to date. If you're keen to dive in, we've giving away a whole slew of free Steam codes, which include the base game, as well as some additional goodies.

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Siliconera Saturday, August 10, 2024 3:00 PM
    

Yen Press' Your Letter Manhwa Made Me Cry

When I heard about Yen Press' Ize Press manhwa Your Letter, I was a bit shocked to see the Hyeon A Cho comic is one completely sealed in plastic wrap. Given what that tends to mean, I was like, "Wait, what am I about to read?" However, there's a good reason for it, and one which I won't spoil for those who work their way to the end. However, it is as touching as the story itself is. So much so that once I passed the 180 page mark, I was ugly crying (happily) over the situation.

Editor's Note: There will be no spoilers for the manhwa Your Letter from Ize Press comics below.

Sori Lee couldn't just mind her own business. This is one of those situations when that is a good thing. When a girl in her class named Jimin is being severely bullied, Sori speaks up. However, while that does help, it doesn't help her. Because now she's a target as well. When Jimin decides to transfer schools as a result of the harassment, Sori does as well. So even though she made it into a private school, she's heading back to the public one she would have attended back home. The PTSD from the trauma she endured is hanging over her, so much so that she doesn't get to make a good impression in her new class. 

A letter from a stranger saves her. Underneath her desk she finds a note taped to it from someone named Hoyeon Jung with a seating chart for the class, map of the school, and promise of more letters. That is, if Sori is willing to open herself up and go look for them. 

And so, we get this wonderful story of discovery. Sori is gradually learning more about the school and people around her as she goes on this scavenger hunt for letters. Because she's so focused on finding which one is next and learning more about the person who sent them, she's not caught up in her own head and worrying. She's connecting and making friends. The developments are often so positive and moving, that I just couldn't get over each one. I'd get choked up.

This is especially so once we get to Dongsoon's part of the tale. He was in a similar situation as Jimin was. Once Sori meets him while searching for letters, she learns that Hoyeon was to him what she was to Jimin. We get a glimpse at his past and how this person who cared enough to create this elaborate scavenger hunt also helped him so much as well. In so doing, we get another person who takes part in the journey, as one of the letters in the chain is for him as well. (It's another tearjerker moment!) And so, we see two people come together and connect, form a relationship, and recover from their pasts.

What got to me and left me ugly crying, and perhaps might do so for others, is seeing how much Sori both has and hasn't changed. She's still that person who won't stand down. She'll step up for others. She'll be there for them. She wants to connect and assist others. Even if the consequences could be dire. Even if things will turn out poorly. Your Letter gives us a chance to see her recovery throughout the manhwa, then watch as that growth and development allows her to still be the good person she is for people she cares about later in the comic. 

Of course, it's the ending of the Your Letter manhwa that really got me, as you'd expect from such a dramatic comic. As we get into the final fourth, there's so much growth and so much development. I was honestly concerned the final secret and twist would have left me heartbroken. However, like during much of the adventure before it, only happy tears were shed.

The Your Letter manhwa is available Yen Press as of July 23, 2024, via the Ize Press label.

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Siliconera Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:00 PM
    

The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Otome Hurt by Its Translation

It is amazing how often we see an English translation for new otome game options. If you'd told me 10 years ago that this genre, let alone visual novels as a whole, would be so beloved and widespread, I probably wouldn't have believed it. It means a more obscure title like Operahouse's The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom gets picked up and added to the Switch otome library worldwide. The problem is, the localization is so poorly handled that I think most people won't be willing to give it a chance.

The concept of The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom is promising, due to it playing with the latest reincarnation isekai trend and being based on an existing light novel and manga. Tiararose is the heroine and is supposed to marry Hartknights, the prince of the kingdom, after they graduate school. However, she's actually a woman reincarnated into an otome game she was playing, with Hartknights being one of the main love interests. In that game, "Tiararose" was his fiance and the villainess, who the prince dumps for the player character in the end. So she's set for her bad end and exile. Except Aquasteed, the prince of the neighboring kingdom who was studying abroad at their academy, fell in love with her during their brief meetings and proposes after the rejection event. He was one of the romance options in the sequel she didn't get to play, and it seems clear she's now experiencing the events of that game in her life.

The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Otome Hurt by Its Translation
Screenshot by Siliconera

Unfortunately, the translation is bad. So bad. 

One of the best examples comes in that major volume 1, chapter 1 scene. Hartknights is about to to announce he's chosen the player-character Akari over his fiance. Instead of declaring that he's breaking up with her, he instead will say, "I hereby announce— our engagement break off." Which isn't a one-off mistake, mind you, as the dissolution of the relationship will keep being referred to as such by everyone in-game.

The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Otome Hurt by Its Translation
Screenshot by Siliconera

I don't want to spoil anything for anyone, but here's a list of some of the worst sentences I saw in the first chapter alone of The Villainess is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom. All spelling and grammatical errors are preserved.

  • "However, despite being an occasional day— an unpleasant sight was to be seen."
  • "A girl named Tiararose, with honey pink hair, was soon to be punished."
  • "Your Majesty. Tiararose is my daughter. It should not be a problem for the father to give him the permission."
  • "Of Couse. I will keep that in mind."
  • "A spacious classroom held about 30 students whom all of them were from the royal or aristocrat families."
  • "I hereby announce— our engagement break off."
  • "Unbelievable… Did the first crown Prince Hartknights just announce a break off?"
  • "Until today, I had no interactions with the other conquest characters. I guess this is the so called 'game adjustment…'"
  • "You are righteous and beautiful than anyone here."
  • "Akari was now condemned even from the King, but she still hadn't realized her irreverence."
  • "For my sayings, Of course I am more than welcome."
  • "You are such great father, Mr. Clamentile."
  • "If I was able to get a response from Lady Tiararose, please allow me to officially introduce myself again."

The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Otome Hurt by Its Translation
Screenshot by Siliconera

While the translation in The Villainess is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom is a major issue, there are some other elements in the otome game that may throw people off as much as the localization. For example, going to the log doesn't allow you to backtrack to past moments as in some games. There are no quick save or quick load features, so you need to make an actual save each time you want to pause before a choice. Not that you need to save. I found the top response is always going to net you a "pink" reaction, the middle will get you "blue," and the bottom will result in "gold." (Aquasteed will like you regardless.) Also, during some moments the entire screen will have a white block there to provide exposition, which breaks the immersion and gets a bit awkward.

The good thing is, there is a The Villainess is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom demo on the Switch eShop, so you can see if you can live with the otome game's awkward translation. All of these things come up immediately in the first volume's first chapter. None of it is hidden. Everything is decipherable. You'll know what's being said. There are even moments when it will be totally serviceable for a while, then you'll be hit with the most awkward sentence ever.

Screenshot by Siliconera

I like the idea behind The Villainess is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom so much and wish this otome game had a better translation. The idea is quite interesting! Especially since Tiararose is still concerned about how things will go with Aquasteed, given she didn't play the sequel to the game she's "in." The localization is just so poor, sadly. It's a situation where I think hiring an editor, even if they weren't fluent, and having them go over everything before shipping the game out would have been a big help.

The Villainess is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom is available on the Nintendo Switch, and there is a demo on the eShop.

The post The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom Otome Hurt by Its Translation appeared first on Siliconera.


WGB Saturday, August 10, 2024 12:52 PM
     Tomba! Special Edition brings a PS1 classic to modern platforms for the first time. A few fun additions and quality of improvements might not be enough of an upgrade for some people, though. How does this platformer from the mind of Tokuro Fujiwara hold up in 2024?

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, August 10, 2024 2:38 PM
    

Announced in its recent earnings report,

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Kotaku Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:00 AM
    

This week, we reported on diligent, game-breakingTears of the Kingdom players figuring out how to attain an item they've been trying to acquire for ages. Also, after years in production hell, the Borderlands movie is finally here and critics are not liking it! We also rounded up the biggest announcements out of…

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:57 AM
     All Star Tower Defense codes August 2024

August 10, 2024: One All Star Tower Defense code has been marked as expired.

What are the new All Star Tower Defense codes? Developer Top Down Games has struck gold with their smash-hit game, blending tower defense gameplay with characters inspired by popular Japanese anime. It may have lost a few with news of an official release elsewhere, but the majority of the anime all-stars are still kicking it as deployable units.

The first few missions of the tower defense game may seem easy, but it doesn't take long before your units start to struggle. That's where our Roblox guide comes in, allowing you to claim free Stardust and Gems to unlock powerful units in the free PC game. Not only does this guide cover the code redemption process, but we're also always looking for new ASTD codes, so keep this page bookmarked for any updates.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:24 AM
     Fallout London's success pushes its devs to form a new indie studio

Following the hype of the Fallout TV show, the exceptionally ambitious Fallout London mod for Fallout 4 has been an incredible hit. In fact, Fallout London broke records with over 500,000 downloads in its first 24 hours alone. Due to its success, developer Team FOLON has revealed it's looking to become an indie studio.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 8:59 AM
     11 of the best games like The Sims 4 to play in 2024

What are the best games like The Sims? Suppose you're fed up with setting your Sims on fire, watching them struggle to control their bladder, or seeing them wash their dinner plate in the bathroom sink. In that case, these games are very similar to The Sims, but they offer a nice alternative to EA's Truman Show simulator.

You may be able to grab The Sims 4 for free these days, but sometimes it's fun to try something different. 2024 could be a huge year for Sims-likes, with InZOI and Seed now playable. It was sad to see Life By You cancelled, but we can look foward to the Paralives release datep plus the Sims 5 release date. While you wait, join us as we run the gamut of Sims-like experiences on PC, from doing up houses and managing budgets to forging relationships and maintaining sim happiness.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 7:42 AM
     Grab a free Steam key for this ambitious Cities Skylines 2 rival

It's no secret that Cities Skylines 2 has struggled to catch on quite like its predecessor did. Marred by performance issues, a lack of modding tools, and faulty DLC, Paradox's city building sequel somewhat pales in comparison to its iconic predecessor. In its absence, however, we've seen a slew of plunky indies appear, including Highrise City, a colossal management sim that's easily Cities' closest rival to date. If you're keen to dive in, we've giving away a whole slew of free Steam codes, which include the base game, as well as some additional goodies.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 7:42 AM
     Mecha Break's free playtest is now open to all, but get in quick

I recently built my first gunpla. After years of loving all things giant robots and mechas, I took the plunge into the world of plastic modeling and have never looked back. There's nothing more rewarding than posing a mobile suit proudly on your shelf after painstakingly constructing it from scratch, but something is missing. You can't engage in high-octane fights with other pilots. Mecha Break aims to change that, and now that the Steam beta is free for all, the Armored Core 6 rival is killing it on Valve's platform.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 7:15 AM
     Unique new FNAF that twists the horror formula is blowing up on Steam

Have you ever wondered what FNAF would be like if it were a spooky retro adventure game? Well, you can now as Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit trades the series' norms for a uniquely story-driven experience and has done so to great effect, debuting with 'overwhelmingly positive' reviews on Steam after just a few days.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 6:14 AM
     FF14 Dawntrail's extra server is shutting down after a flawless launch

Final Fantasy 14 Dawntrail has had a shockingly trouble-free launch. The MMO's last expansion, Endwalker, had hour-long queue times and got so popular Square Enix had to stop selling it, but Dawntrail has been effortless in comparison. I played every day during the early access and full launch, with congestion hitting highs of just 100 players. Within minutes I was in the game, and the entire community enjoyed similar stories. This is because Square Enix took plenty of measures to make Dawntrail's launch a simple one, but now one of those features is going away.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 6:15 AM
     Free Monopoly Go dice links August 2024

August 10, 2024: We've added a new Monopoly Go dice link for 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.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 10, 2024 5:54 AM
     Black Myth Wukong soars on Steam days ahead of launch

Thanks to its soulslike twist of the classic Chinese story Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong has been at the top of many people's 'most anticipated' lists since it was revealed in 2020. With the launch on the horizon, Black Myth: Wukong has soared to the top of Steam's top sellers, ranking above the likes of Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, August 10, 2024 3:00 AM
    

The search for the cheapest and yet best quality supermarket drink-as-you-go coffee continues. I know it's the first time I've made you aware of this project, but it's been going on since I moved to Glasgow. So far, Lidl's own brand remains the clear winner, a solid 8 on the taste meter at just 59p. But while writing this, I'm sipping an "Intenso" Arctic Coffee from Morrisons, which is giving the Lidl frontrunners some stiff competition at last, albeit at 145% the cost. Will one true victor emerge? Find out next week! For now, here's what we're all clicking on this weekend!

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Siliconera Saturday, August 10, 2024 9:00 AM
    

I Didn't See the Jiaoqiu Twist in the Honkai: Star Rail March 7th Event Coming

Honkai: Star Rail can be an exceptionally silly game. There's a trash can photography event. The Trailblazer avatar often trolls folks with their possible responses. Sampo is a walking joke. It gets really goofy! The thing is, that element of can sneak up on you. So when the March 7th Saga of Primaveral Blade event happened in Honkai: Star Rail, I feel like I should have known there was the potential for HoYoVerse to joke around, but I didn't expect that twist to be set in motion with new character Jiaoqiu.

Editor's Note: There will be spoilers for the Honkai: Star Rail Saga of Primaveral Blade Panacea Divinus Jiaoqiu route below.

So the idea in the Saga of Primaveral Blade event in Honkai: Star Rail is that March 7th is training with Yanqing and Yunli to become a sword-wielding hero. Why? Because recurring IPC villain Skott returned to the Xianzhou Luofu, was cruel to an employee at a restaurant, and when March got involved she ended up agreeing to a duel with him. The first time you go through the event, Huohuo will show up as a training companion for additional story segments, buffs during, and a possible alternate ending for the final Skott encounter that changes how you approach that encounter. 

After you complete the minigame once, you can go through it multiple times. Each run, you get buffs to put March in a better situation at the start. However, the selling point is that the ally who pops in to assist with additional training story segments, buffs, and potential ending changes. The first two are Huohuo and Qingque. However, for the third round of Saga of Primaveral Blade in Honkai: Star Rail, you can pick Jiaoqiu as your ally with a Panacea Divinus route.

Now, the thing about this that shows just how sneaky HoYoVerse was comes down to how well-executed this thing is. In general, March seems to learn life lessons from these additional allies during Saga of Primaveral Blade, and so when the Jiaoqiu part comes up in Honkai: Star Rail, it seems to be about there being no medicinal shortcuts to greatness. We get to spend time with him and learn how he essentially makes food into medicine. We encounter Lingsha after hearing about legendary ingredients. So when the time comes to close out that run, I chose Jiaoqiu's option of course. I figured given the lead up to the event, even with his tricky nature, it'd be about healthy supplements or meals. Especially since both Bailu and Lingsha are also around for that final conversation.

Nope, Jiaoqiu gives Skott and his IPC minions diarrhea.

Like okay. Part of the fun from the twist came from the shock value. While Bailu and Lingsha are being all serious during this Saga of Primaveral Blade route, it turns out Jiaoqiu took matters into his own hands and tasked Moze with preparing a special "meal" for Skott and his underlings in Honkai: Star Rail

Fine. I go to the final confrontation and figure maybe this will be a text-based and story-only segment. No. HoYoVerse actually took it a step further. The battle between Skott and his allies and March still happens in the Saga of Primaveral Blade route, but custom dialogue and debuffs are in effect! When the fight starts, the Skott Senior Staff: Team Leader is debuffed! The IPC soldiers who are there alongside him are immediately afflicted with "Diarrhea Shockwave" whenever they are summoned to the fight, resulting in them instantly falling back so it returns to a true one-on-one fight between March and Skott. I was stunned at the effort put into this "joke" ending. Not to mention it's made even better by the final conversation between March and Skott that truly brings the situation to a close.

I love when a game is able to surprise me after over a year of service, and HoYoVerse did just that with the Saga of Primaveral Blade March 7th event and Jiaoqiu in Honkai: Star Rail. I'm pretty sure it's not going to make me actually pull for the new five-star when he debuts. (I'm still pulling for Yunli in hopes of getting her and adding her to a team with Clara!) But the turn of events definitely made him stand out and better defined him for me.

Honkai: Star Rail is available for the PS5, PC, and mobile devices. The Saga of Primaveral Blade event and its Panacea Divinus route is available until September 9, 2024. Jiaoqiu will join Honkai: Star Rail as a playable character on August 21, 2024. 

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See the My Hero Academia: You're Next Movie Etiquette Short

Now that My Hero Academia: You're Next appeared in Japanese theaters, Toho Animation shared the movie etiquette short with Izuku Midoriya, Katsuki Bakugo, and Shoto Todoroki. It features the three reminding people what not to do while watching a film.

The video begins with the trio in a theater watching an All Might movie. Not long after it starts, Todoroki gets a call from his Endeavor. Bakugo yells at him, and there's a reminder not to use a device like a phone or tablet during the film. After that, Bakugo starts eating some chips he snuck into the movie. That's when the reminder comes up to not bring in food. Midoriya gets so captivated by the film that he starts taking notes, which causes Bakugo to use his Quirk on him to get him to stop. That's when the final rule—to not disturb those around you—comes up. 

Here's the full video reminding people to be considerate when watching My Hero Academia: You're Next in a movie theater.

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

My Hero Academia: You're Next is now airing in movie theaters in Japan. Its North American run is set for October 11, 2024. The manga is handled by Viz Media outside Japan and ended in August 2024. The anime and past movies are streaming on Crunchyroll

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The Moomin Nendoroid costs 3900 JPY if you're in Japan and it'll come out some time in February 2025. Meanwhile, those in North America have to pay $23.99 for it, and they can expect the Nendoroid to come out in Q3 2025. As a reminder, due to licensing restrictions, Good Smile Company can only ship to Canada and the United States.

The Moomin Nendoroid comes with two face plates: a standard expression and an angry one. It will also have a shell for an optional part. While the website states that there will be other parts, none of the pictures depict Moomin with anything other than a shell. There are various hand parts though, which can help you to pose him. The Nendoroid will also come with its own stand. It's a light green stand with the Moomin logo on it, with white flowers surrounding it.

Moomins are the main characters in the Swedish stories by Tove Jansson, and they are very popular in Japan as well. There is a theme park dedicated to them in Saitama. As well, there are lots of merchandise featuring the franchise's characters.

The Moomin Nendoroid is open for pre-order via Good Smile Company until September 18, 2024.

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vtuber rikyako

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The announcement Tweet includes a sneak peek at her model. She looks like a marine princess, with lots of little flower designs all over her body. As of the time of writing, Aida's YouTube channel, which has over 25.8k subscribers, does not have a livestream set up for people to wait for her. However, on her official website, she stated that her social medias will reveal the exact time and date of her first stream as the VTuber Rikyako.

It's unknown what Aida plans on streaming as a VTuber. Most VTubers stream themselves playing games, singing, or chatting with their audience. Due to Aida's profession, she may hold a singing stream. She may also be like some other talents and voice actors these days who have YouTube channels dedicated to their hobbies or game sessions. In any case, her staff will reveal more information at a later date.

Aside from her work on Love! Live! Sunshine!!, Rikako Aida appeared as Kira in Dungeon & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (Japanese dub), Quartz in Arknights, and Zephine in Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & The Secret Fairy. She's also released several albums and singles since 2019.

Riko Sakurauchi's voice actress Rikako Aida will make her VTuber debut as Rikyako some time in the near future.

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