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PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:15 PM The Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is suddenly imminent       According to a new Ubisoft listing, the Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is imminent. Mirage was released last year exclusively via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store on PC, but now a brand new listing indicates that an October 2024 Steam release is coming. Assassin's Creed Valhalla was the last game in the series to come to Steam, two whole years after launch. Now, as Ubisoft gears up for day one Steam launches again, Mirage is also making the leap of faith. Continue reading The Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is suddenly imminent MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 7:15 PM Best Recent Sega JRPGs on PS3, PS4, and PS5       Sega is a publisher usually known for series like Sonic that focus on platforming and other genres. But Sega surprisingly has some excellent Japanese role-playing games worth checking out. Here are the best recent Sega JRPGs across PS3, PS4, and PS5 alike. Note that I am excluding Atlus JRPGs, even though the company is owned by Sega, since they deserve their own dedicated list. Image via Sega Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS3 The PlayStation 3 didn't receive a ton of JRPG support from Sega since most of it went to handhelds at the time like the DS, PSP, and 3DS. However, there are some standouts like Resonance of Fate. This game has one of the sleekest combat systems I've ever seen with a pretty intriguing story, too. There are also games like Shining Resonance for a flawed but still solid enough, more traditional 3D action RPG feel. That said, the best PS3 Sega JRPG comes from the original Valkyria Chronicles. This alternative World War II-set game features a flexible tactical RPG movement system that is fun to use and an emotional storyline. Image via Sega Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS4 The return of Phantasy Star Online happened with Phantasy Star Online 2. It is a free-to-play MMORPG on PS4 that is worth checking out for a bit. There is so much content to this game that you will not find anywhere else on this list. And there is always more on the way, especially when it comes to great cosmetics and crossover events. Sakura Wars also made a grand return in the West on PS4 with the 2019 version. The mix of mech combat and visual novel dating sim-like storyline is quite unique. If you want a bit of romance amidst the dramatic story about women fighting for their lives in a war, this is one to check out. Then there is my personal favorite on this console: Valkyria Chronicles 4. Not only is this the best in the series but it is up there as one of my favorite Sega JRPGs of all time. The combat is strategic, deep, and full of challenging missions and decisions. Plus, the story is one of the most underrated on the PS4 with its colorful cast of soldiers and gut-wrenching twists. Screenshot by Siliconera Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS5 Even though the PS5 is well into its lifecycle, there aren't too many Sega JRPGs not from Atlus on it. The core games come from the Like a Dragon series, including the one that started a massive shift for the franchise in Yakuza: Like a Dragon. This game switched out the brawler gameplay from previous titles for Dragon Quest-inspired turn-based combat with jobs and more. It also has one of my favorite stories in gaming, focusing on the outcasts of outcasts as they rise up to get revenge. Then there is also its sequel in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. It continues the story of new protagonist Ichiban while bringing back Kiryu for a fascinating trip in Hawaii. The story is a bit rougher around the edges at times, but the turn-based gameplay is refined and the content is exceptionally varied. Let us know what your favorite SEGA RPG is below! The post Best Recent Sega JRPGs on PS3, PS4, and PS5 appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 3:00 PM Tokyo Babylon Volume 4 Drops More Hints About Seishirou       In the early volumes of the Tokyo Babylon manga, CLAMP is pretty tactful about Seishirou Sakurazuka. We get hints that there is more to him than there appears. These grow more obvious, until there are substantial actions like the one in the third volume. With the newly rereleased volume four of Tokyo Babylon, it's much more clear what Seishirou is capable of and what this means for Subaru Sumeragi. Editor's Note: There will be spoilers for volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga and Seishirou below. Throughout much of the Tokyo Babylon manga up to this point, Seishirou largely seemed a potential force for good. Yes, he's hiding something. We definitely are aware of his own powers and strengths. But he's still maintaining his identity as a veterinarian, is being kind toward both Subaru and Hokuto, and seems to adore Subaru. When he's acted in past volumes, it's been to assist in some way. With this latest entry, we're getting more insights into what we should really expect from him. Plus, it's handled in such a way that we're forced to compare his still considerate actions with more ominous ones. Image via Yen Press Things begin with the "Crime" case. After seeing a shrine torn down, we begin with Subaru ruminating about it with Hokuto and Seishirou about what it means when a seal like that is removed. It's honestly a sweet sort of moment, even though repercussions are being considered. Because we have Seishirou providing food and offering to make a meal later for the young onmyoji. And it keeps seeming like a positive series of interaction when Subaru shows up at Seishirou's door after a very rough day. The one encourages the other. Has food for him. Reassures him.  But it's at the end of this first chapter of volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga that we start to get real, substantial proof that things are not good. After Seishirou puts an exhausted and depressed Subaru to bed, he promises to protect him and stay by his side. Subaru thanks him. When Seishirou leaves, he looks in a mirror that cracks and ominously suggests he'll win the "bet" the two made. While the early parts of the next case, called "Save," begin with Hokuto seemingly encouraging Subaru's relationship with Seishirou while also questioning if the older man is as kind as he seems.  This foreshadowing continues with a meeting between Subaru and his grandmother. In addition to tasking him with investigating the Ms Institute, she shares with him a warning about being swept away by the cherry blossoms. Seishirou's name and the mysterious Sakurazukamori assassin's aside, it seems further uncertain. CLAMP leaves us in the dark a little yet again, even though there's more further movement on Hokuto's part.  It's the end of volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga that shows how well that Seishirou pacing paid off. Everything leading up to the end of the "Save" storyline is preparing us for what we learn as it draws to a close. The future for everyone is still uncertain, of course. But there is so much new insight into Seishirou here and pay off that it feels quite satisfying. Volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga is available now, and Yen Press will release volume 5 on November 19, 2024.  The post Tokyo Babylon Volume 4 Drops More Hints About Seishirou appeared first on Siliconera.

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, October 5, 2024 2:23 PM Kobold Press Releases the Tales of the Valiant Game Master's Guide       Kobold Press has announced the release of the Tales of the Valiant Game Master's Guide, expanding on the Tales of the Valiant (ToV) and 5E systems. The guide offers Game Masters a variety of tools to customize and run their games, building on the content provided in the Player's Guide. The Game Master's Guide includes...

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, October 5, 2024 2:06 PM 5e-Compatible Module "Reign of the Sundered Idol" Releases October 15       After a successful Kickstarter earlier this year, the new campaign module for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, Reign of the Sundered Idol, will be released on October 15. The module is set in the world of Verendrel, where magic is fading, and a significant event known as The Severance has caused widespread disruption. Players will...

WGB Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:36 PM Astro Bot is delightfully good – Review       PlayStation's cutest character is back and this time he's starring in his very own triple-A blockbuster release. Incredibly fun, absolutely beautiful and filled with charm, Astro Bot is in strong contention for Game of the Year.

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:56 PM Bleach: Rebirth of Souls Gets New Opening Movie       Coming next year, The post Bleach: Rebirth of Souls Gets New Opening Movie appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:37 PM Halo Infinite is Getting a Third-Person Mode       A short video was also released. The post Halo Infinite is Getting a Third-Person Mode appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.

Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:17 PM Baldur's Gate III Gets over 22 Million Mod Downloads Since Patch 7 Launched       Announced on Twitter. The post Baldur's Gate III Gets over 22 Million Mod Downloads Since Patch 7 Launched appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism.

iDev Games Feed Saturday, October 5, 2024 2:23 PM Unstable Table       Unstable Table is a game about balancing various shapes on an unstable table!...

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Kotaku Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:00 AM How To Get Ready For Diablo IV Vessel of Hatred, Nab Games For Cheap, And More Helpful Hints       It's the start of a new month, which means there's a host of hot, new games coming your way. It can get overwhelming, scanning through the various game marketplaces to decide what you should spend your hard-earned money on, so we've gathered 34 games coming out this month that we're stoked for. We've also spotted some… Read more...

Kotaku Saturday, October 5, 2024 9:05 AM The Word "Hipster" Will Test Your Patience In NYT Connections Today More Than The Ones Who Live In Your City       Welcome to the weekend, puzzlers! There's plenty of great stuff to do on this first Saturday of October that doesn't involve consuming pumpkin spice anything. (Because, really, it's kind of played out, and it doesn't taste that good.) You could go see Joker: Folie à Deux, but apparently that's also kind of played out,… Read more...

Kotaku Saturday, October 5, 2024 9:00 AM Our Faves From Tokyo Game Show, New Astro Bot Characters, And More Hot Takes       It's the first week of October and the chill is setting in, but, don't worry, our takes are still hot. This week, gathered our favorite games from Tokyo Game Show for you to peruse, suggested some characters that should get added in futureAstro Bot DLC, fell in love with Shogun Showdown (after hating it at first),… Read more...

Kotaku Saturday, October 5, 2024 8:15 AM Our 8-Part Plan For Alex Pereira To Become A Combat Sports GOAT Begins Tonight       There are some interesting points of comparison when considering the rise of Alex Pereira. For one, his stardom is apparent to the millions who've built it, rather than something fans need to be convinced of, unlike the supposed popularity of the Sphere-headlining Sean O'Malley. Moreover, he's maintained a… Read more...

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:15 PM The Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is suddenly imminent       According to a new Ubisoft listing, the Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is imminent. Mirage was released last year exclusively via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store on PC, but now a brand new listing indicates that an October 2024 Steam release is coming. Assassin's Creed Valhalla was the last game in the series to come to Steam, two whole years after launch. Now, as Ubisoft gears up for day one Steam launches again, Mirage is also making the leap of faith. Continue reading The Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is suddenly imminent MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 11:33 AM Build iconic FPS weapons in Gunsmith Simulator, as it finally hits Steam 1.0       I've recently been replaying Sniper Elite 5, and it's reminded me how much I enjoy building virtual weapons. Ghost Recon Future Soldier also nailed it over a decade ago, as you select barrels, triggers, stocks, and scopes that change your firearm's stats - and nothing quite beats it. It's one thing to add attachments, but physically building what you'll use in the field piece-by-piece, and surviving by the skin of your teeth because of it, is quite the payoff. While it might not have the violence, Gunsmith Simulator is finally out in Steam 1.0, and it's filled with plenty of weapons to accessorize. Continue reading Build iconic FPS weapons in Gunsmith Simulator, as it finally hits Steam 1.0 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Best simulation games, Best single-player games

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 11:20 AM Free Monopoly Go dice links October 2024       October 5, 2024: We've added two new Monopoly Go dice links 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. Continue reading Free Monopoly Go dice links October 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best board games, Monopoly Go events, Monopoly Go dice

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:26 AM Upcoming Roman city builder Pompeii The Legacy gets realistic logistics right       After you've spent years creating a metropolitan paradise in Cities Skylines and a global utopia in Civilization, it can feel like there's nothing left to do. Every trade route and district policy is as well organized as possible, so what's your next challenge? Pompeii: The Legacy wants to fill that hole with alt-history Roman city building, and while the launch is a ways off, we keep learning more about the strategy sim. This time we hear about the logistics of construction and production, with plenty of new details to get incredibly over-excited about. Continue reading Upcoming Roman city builder Pompeii The Legacy gets realistic logistics right MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games, Best city building games, Best simulation games

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 10:02 AM Sandbox game Omega Crafter adds new biome in expansive free update       Take the city building and automation aspects of Satisfactory and Factorio, then combine them with the open-world exploration and boss battles of survival games like Valheim and Once Human, and wrap it all in a delightfully cozy package, and you have Omega Crafter. Launching into Steam Early Access in March 2024, the open-world sandbox game blends survival crafting and city building with a cast of programmable Gummi companions, and it just got even beefier with the launch of a new samurai-themed update. Continue reading Sandbox game Omega Crafter adds new biome in expansive free update MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best sandbox games, Best crafting games, Best co-op games

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 7:47 AM Survival game Nightingale has plenty more plans after Realms Rebuilt overhaul       The Victorian inspired gaslamp fantasy world of Nightingale holds a lot of promise, and with the launch of its dramatic Realms Rebuilt update in September developer Inflexion Games is beginning to truly deliver on that. The hefty overhaul featuring a more prominent story and progression systems, along with expanded built limits, has seen the embattled survival game's recent Steam reviews climb from 'mixed' to 'mostly positive.' A few weeks on from its arrival, Inflexion CEO Aaryn Flynn and art director Neil Thompson sit down to discuss the reception to Realms Rebuilt, and to talk about what's next. Continue reading Survival game Nightingale has plenty more plans after Realms Rebuilt overhaul MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games on PC, Best crafting games on PC, Best fantasy games on PC

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 7:39 AM Amazon addresses Throne and Liberty's shaky launch, details planned fixes       Throne and Liberty might be Steam's latest free hit, but that doesn't mean it's gone off without a hitch. Amazon and NCSoft's MMORPG is pulling in plenty of players, and the sheer volume has created quite a few issues. Between bottlenecked worlds, overloaded servers, and a spate of bugs created by both problems, it's not exactly been ideal. That said, Amazon has already outlined what it's fixed, alongside what the high-priority adjustments are now that T&L is out of early access. Continue reading Amazon addresses Throne and Liberty's shaky launch, details planned fixes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPGs, Throne and Liberty codes, Throne and Liberty weapons

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:46 AM New Diablo 4 patch notes add tempering changes ahead of Vessel of Hatred       Blizzard has made some last-minute adjustments to its latest Diablo 4 patch notes ahead of the Vessel of Hatred launch. The new Diablo 4 DLC is set to arrive in just a few days, and many players are likely already deep in the process of considering which class and build they want to play first when the expansion lands. If you're pondering, be sure to take note of these adjustments, as they target tempering bonuses that were causing abilities to hit twice, which may affect the potential potency of associated skills. Continue reading New Diablo 4 patch notes add tempering changes ahead of Vessel of Hatred MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:12 AM Valve wants your help to improve Deadlock's matchmaking woes       Valve wants your help with Deadlock's ongoing matchmaking woes. The invite-only MOBA is still in early development, so the Half-Life and Portal maker is asking you to provide details about sub-par matches for it to investigate. Since Deadlock's existence went public the number of players has skyrocketed, so now Valve has a massive pool of data to pull from for its matchmaking rating (MMR) systems. Player feedback already indicates that there's a lot of stomping going on across the board, so there's a lot of balancing work still to be done. Continue reading Valve wants your help to improve Deadlock's matchmaking woes MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Deadlock release date , Deadlock crosshair, Deadlock characters

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 6:33 AM Throne and Liberty server status and maintenance times       What's the Throne and Liberty server status? Launching a new MMO is always a challenge, and Throne and Liberty has had to overcome its fair share of them server side. Fortunately, developer NCSoft and publisher Amazon Games have been quick to act, making great strides in improving the player experience. If you can't currently log into the game, there's a good chance Throne and Liberty maintenance is currently underway. Typically, this process takes several hours, meaning you'll just have to find another great MMO game to play until Throne and Liberty is back online. The T&L team usually announces maintenance ahead of time, so we'll be sure to keep this guide updated with the latest developments. Continue reading Throne and Liberty server status and maintenance times MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPGs, Throne and Liberty codes, Throne and Liberty weapons

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:00 PM Aria of the Beech Forest Manga Follows a Sweet Witch       In folklore and fairy tales, we often hear about hear about witches living in woods. They're away from society for various regions. In the manga Aria of the Beech Forest, this is also the case, but this coming of age manga instead explores the hows and whys of the life of a young witch and what her future holds as she suddenly gets a chance to encounter the wider world. Editor's Note: There will be some spoilers for the first volume of the Aria of the Beech Forest manga below. Aria of the Beech Forest starts simply enough. A young woman named Aria is living alone in a cottage in Ireland. There's a massive snowstorm raging outside. She's trying to keep herself occupied and warm. She seems movement and, upon investigating, discovers it is a talking white wolf. The girl? She's a witch. Which is why she lives alone. Gwyn? Well, it seems like there's a reason this wolf can talk, though his story isn't being revealed just yet. Upon talking with the wolf for a while, they come to an agreement. During the harsh winter, Gwyn will stay with her. She doesn't question the mystery behind why he's able to speak or how there were human footprints alongside him that disappeared. He doesn't pry too much into her life or lecture, beyond learning that her recently deceased grandmother said it was safer for witches to remain isolated.  Image via Yen Press However, it's because of this interruption and series of events that things get interesting for Aria. She so enjoys his company and not being alone that a new deal is struck by the end of the season. He'll stay as a permanent resident. It's an impetus for change, on her part. A positive one? Perhaps! I'm optimistic about it, especially since there's such an uplifting tone to this good-natured witch manga. While Aria is regularly visited by her grandmother's son, who is also a merchant who sells the herbs and medicines she makes, she's been entirely alone. She's unaware of the outside world. In fact, it isn't until a few chapters in and her first encounter with two ordinary humans that we realize this isn't some period piece in a fantasy world. Aria is living during modern times in an isolated Irish cottage. (Her uncle Theodore even uses an Instagram-like clone network.)  Which means that the enjoyment and coziness of Aria and the Beech Forest comes from seeing how this young witch lives in the manga, and how she grows as an individual by discovering how much more there is in the outside world. While her grandmother encouraged living in an isolated fashion, everything we're starting to see in this first volume suggests that maybe that isn't the best and right choice for Aria. The interactions between characters and asides when we see their perspectives or thoughts makes it seem like everyone is curious about her future and hoping for the best for her. And maybe, just maybe, the best involves opening up more. Aria of the Beech Forest seems like it is shaping up to be a pleasant, coming of age manga about a young witch who is going to get to open herself up to people and experiences in the wider world. Yes, there are hints about mysteries that will be revealed. However, it seems like it's poised to become a happy and cozy sort of story, with any reveals instead potentially being positive ones. Or, at the very least, learning experiences.  Volume 1 of Aria of the Beech Forest is available now via Yen Press, and volume 2 of the manga will debut on November 19, 2024.  The post Aria of the Beech Forest Manga Follows a Sweet Witch appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 9:00 AM Review: Crypt Custodian Gets That Simple Is Best       I appreciate when a Metroidvania game tries to refine and polish its mechanics, or when it mixes things up with a familiar formula. Crypt Custodian is one of those Metroidvania style titles that shines in its simplicity. While the game felt closer to an isometric platforming title, the blend of genres mixes nicely in this game. Add a cute premise and an adorable cat hero to boot, and you have me on board. Pluto is a good boy, the best one to ever be. Unfortunately, time has come for Pluto to depart to the land of the dead. After meeting Kendra, the guardian of the land of the dead, Pluto is declared to be perhaps not the best boy ever. Sentenced to clean the afterlife forever, Pluto now has to make new friends in order to break into the afterlife's Palace that the good ghosts inhabit, where a mirror into the land of the living allows them to visit them and guard over their loved ones, in order to make things right for himself and every other stranded ghost left outside. Image by Siliconera While thinking about adorable animals and pets meeting their end is not my priority, Crypt Custodian handles this well, and the premise is simple and treated with levity. As Pluto meets new characters and animals, players will also find polaroid photos of their lives and how these animals met their end. The little stories contained in the polaroids offered context into these characters in life, and collecting all the photos paid off in the end. Exploring the world of Crypt Custodian is really fun. Pluto starts as a fast and somewhat agile character to control, and as you progress through the game and get upgrades and new tools to navigate the world, he becomes even more agile and control gets more precise. During combat, his main tools are a very fast melee attack and a reliable dodge, as well as some special moves that Pluto can activate after filling the special meter. These are really useful and I found myself using them very often, as the meter filled very quickly. Enemies usually take few hits to take down, but so does Pluto. Because of that, fighting depends on smart positioning and knowing what each enemy is capable of in order to take them out strategically. Some encounters can be challenging, especially in some challenge rooms and with some of the curses you can acquire in order to get resources. However, I never found the challenge level frustrating, and it was always enjoyable to do all the side content and completely exploring each area. There's a nice variety of mobs to dispose of, with each area having completely unique types of enemies. They all boil down to different flavors of melee or ranged damage, but the way each one attacks, the timings, or even their reaction to being damaged or defeated is different. This made every new area exciting to explore and get used to both platforming and fighting. Combat is not the only thing you'll be doing, as exploring is a major part of the experience. The isometric perspective is refreshing for a Metroidvania style game, and platforming in Crypt Custodian is very precise. The game offers very useful indicators for when you will land after a jump and the minimalist visual style makes it so that there's never confusion on where enemy hits will appear. My eyesight can get tired easily or I can struggle to read the screen if too much is happening. But since Crypt Custodian keeps things clean and readable this wasn't a problem, and I found no frustration in the game's controls and readability. Image by Siliconera Image by Siliconera Each area has a unique art style and color palette, with my favorite ones being the house basement, the abandoned theme part, and the blue area with the astral shifting enemies, both in terms of gameplay and aesthetics. The latter in particular has a fantastic gimmick where dashing will shift enemies to different dimensions, making some available to interact with and others impossible until you shift again. Crypt Custodian has some really neat ideas going on. The minimalist style doesn't allow for a ton of expression in its art, but I still found it appealing in its own way. The afterlife felt mysterious and inscrutable, and the simplicity of the style conveyed that nicely. It's in the character and enemy sprites where the more expressive art style appears with Pluto and his friends being incredibly cute and funny. Pluto is always a joy to watch, from its funny expression to the way it moves. In fact, losing the early dodge for a more reliable one made me a bit sad, as seeing him tumble around was very funny and I loved it. Enemies all have a similar style, being usually different variations of bug-like designs. Their designs are generally very readable and a glance helps you guess what they might be able to do. However, it's boss designs where the game gets even whackier and avant garde. Early game bosses look quite normal, but late game there are some really funky looking dudes and spooky creepy crawlies, with the Moon Man looking straight out of a nightmare one could have had as a child. Image by Siliconera I really appreciate Crypt Custodian for knowing its strengths and exploring them throughout the roughly 10 hours it took me to complete the game. The mix of Metroidvania and isometric platforming elements mix really nicely in a title where precision and readability are king. You won't find a nail-biting challenge in this game, but some extra post-game boss rush modes can prove really demanding and give you that edge. And while the subject matter can be a bit much if you're sensitive the same way I am to pet an animal death, Crypt Custodian made me look back fondly and remember my childhood pet and every animal I've ever loved. Crypt Custodian is readily available for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC via Steam. The post Review: Crypt Custodian Gets That Simple Is Best appeared first on Siliconera.

TGN – Tabletop Gaming News Saturday, October 5, 2024 11:14 AM Joymundo: A New Geography Board Game Coming to Kickstarter       Joymundo – Travel the World, a new geography board game, is preparing for its upcoming launch on Kickstarter. The game combines elements of learning and competition, allowing players to travel the world while gaining knowledge about different countries and cultures. In Joymundo, players aim to be the first to complete a journey around the globe....

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PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 4:51 AM Throne and Liberty server status and maintenance times       What's the Throne and Liberty server status? Launching a new MMO is always a challenge, and Throne and Liberty has had to overcome its fair share of them server side. Fortunately, developer NCSoft and publisher Amazon Games have been quick to act, making great strides in improving the player experience. If you can't currently log into the game, there's a good chance Throne and Liberty maintenance is currently underway. Typically, this process takes several hours, meaning you'll just have to find another great MMO game to play until Throne and Liberty is back online. The T&L team usually announces maintenance ahead of time, so we'll be sure to keep this guide updated with the latest developments. Continue reading Throne and Liberty server status and maintenance times MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMORPGs, Throne and Liberty codes, Throne and Liberty weapons

PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 4:46 AM Free Monopoly Go dice links October 2024       October 5, 2024: We've checked for the latest new Monopoly Go dice links 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. Continue reading Free Monopoly Go dice links October 2024 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best board games, Monopoly Go events, Monopoly Go dice

Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, October 5, 2024 3:00 AM What are we all playing this weekend?       Greetings, friends. Do you have a moment to speak about our lord and saviour, the electric heat pad? My spine now resembles a splinter of charred wood, but oh, so worthwhile. It's an absolute godsend as the days get brisker. My flatmate keeps telling me I shouldn't keep the window wide open if I'm getting cold, but he doesn't understand. I need the airflow. I can handle the chill, but if the air's too still, things go downhill! So, now that we're all sitting comfortably atop our heat pads: what are we all playing this weekend? Let's take a looksie at what we're all clicking on here in the treehouse. Read more

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 1:00 AM Bunny Garden Real-Life Event to Appear in December 2024       Qureate announced that the first real-life event for Bunny Garden will run on December 28, 2024 in Japan. The name of the event can loosely translate to "Bunny Garden 2024 Special Event: Paradise For Gentlemen." The event will take place at the Humax Cinema in Ikebukuro, Japan. Tickets cost 5800 JPY ($39) for a normal one and 9900 JPY ($66.60) for one with bonuses. There will also be two shows. The first one will take place from 12:15 PM and the second one will be from 4:00 PM. You will need to be over 17 years old to participate. When you enter, you'll need to show staff your ID. On the off-chance that you're sixteen or under, and you have a ticket, you will not get a refund so please keep that in mind. Tickets are available via SPWN. As a note, the SPWN states the event starts on December 27, 2024 from 7:15 PM and 11:00 PM. But since the promotional material says December 28, 2024, it's likely that the times on SPWN are inaccurate. During the event, people will have the opportunity to partake in collaboration foods and drinks, as well as view an original story and a singing part. This will not be a live performance with the voice actresses. Rather, it seems that people will go and watch pre-recorded videos together on a big screen. You'll hear different songs and experience a different story depending on which showing you go to, and the second one from 4:00 PM will have the girls act a lot closer to the viewer. Bunny Garden is available on Nintendo Switch and Windows PC. A physical Nintendo Switch version will come out on December 19, 2024. The post Bunny Garden Real-Life Event to Appear in December 2024 appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:30 AM Fate/Grand Order 30 Million Download Event Begins       Lasengle will be celebrating Fate/Grand Order passing 30 million downloads with Oberon returning to the gacha for a limited time. Oberon is one of the best support Servants thanks to his powerful skills, so those who don't have him yet should try and pull for him while they have the chance. [Thanks, Dengeki Online!] The 30 million downloads campaign in Fate/Grand Order will run until November 30, 2024. It started on October 4, 2024, right after the announcement stream for it. During this time, there are daily login bonuses, as well as a triple chance of getting a success or great success when levelling up your Servants. As well, you'll be able to challenge any weekly quest for a third of the AP. In a more permanent change, you'll be able to get more Mystic Codes, summer costumes, Command Codes, and Craft Essences via Da Vinci's Workshop. As mentioned earlier, Oberon is in the Fate/Grand Order gacha right now. Aside from him though, 26 Servants who previously headlined the download milestone campaigns will return. This line-up includes Merlin, Jeanne d'Arc Alter, Miyamoto Musashi, Nero Bride Scathach, Melusine, and Kiara. By clearing certain conditions, you'll also be able to choose a 5-star for free. There are a total of 41 to choose from, and you can only pick one that's in the permanent pool. In order to permanently get a free standard 5-star, you'll need to claim your Servant via the anniversary ticket. Then, within a certain time frame, level them up to Level 60 and reach Level 5 friendship with them. After that, they'll permanently join your roster. Fate/Grand Order is readily available on mobile devices and the 30 million downloads campaign is only on the Japanese server. There's no word yet on when we'll see the event in the global version. The post Fate/Grand Order 30 Million Download Event Begins appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:00 AM Rosalinde is Most Popular Unicorn Overlord Character       During a special program to commemorate Unicorn Overlord surpassing a million sales, Atlus revealed the most popular characters in the game. Rosalinde ended up taking first place in the user poll. [Thanks, Dengeki Online!] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIA7yEF3RII Here are the top ten most popular characters in Unicorn Overlord, as voted on by players: Rosalinde Melisandre Berengaria Virginia Alain Eltolinde Yunifi Scarlett Chloe Travis Nigel was also on the list, in between Berengaria and Virginia, but he's not technically part of the ranking. People picked their favorite characters based on design, personality, and their usefulness in combat. For example, a person talked about how they liked Rosalinde for her powerful skills and how she was able to remain in Alain's main party the entire time in their playthrough. Another person said that they picked her for her smart yet funny, strong yet straightforward, and motherly yet delicate personality. Other polls in the program focused on people's favorite classes, scenes, music tracks, and stages. Atlus also revealed people's favorites for the Rite of the Covenant. Berengaria was the most popular for those outside of Japan, and Scarlett won on the Japanese poll. During the program, Kazuki Ura and Takayuki Ishii even gave a live performance of Alain performing the Rite with Nigel. Unicorn Overlord is readily available for the PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X. The post Rosalinde is Most Popular Unicorn Overlord Character appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 11:50 PM Meet Joker and Harley Quinn in Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League       Warner Bros Japan shared a new key visual for Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn in their new designs for the anime. Additionally, the Japanese voice actors for both characters have been revealed. Wataru Takagi will voice the Joker in the Japanese dub of Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League. Takagi is well known for his roles as Ganju Shiba in the Japanese dub of Bleach, Eikichi Onizuka in the Great Teacher Onizuka anime adaptation, Obito Uchiha in the Naruto anime series, and Okuyasu Nijimura in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable. Meanwhile, Rie Kugimiya will be in charge of lending her voice to Harley Quinn. Kugimiya is a prolific voice actress and she has worked on roles such as Taiga Aisaka in Toradora!, Alphonse Elric in both Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and the first anime adaptation, Kaguya in Gintama, and Rise Kujikawa in Persona 4 and various related projects. The new designs for the Joker and Harley Quinn are inspired by "bosozoku" biker gangs and "sukeban" delinquent girls aesthetics respectively. You can check out the new key visuals for the Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League anime series featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn here: https://twitter.com/batmanninja2018/status/1841991624840155454 The new Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League anime series was announced on May 30, 2024. A teaser trailer for the new show appeared in early July 2024, and it briefly showcased the new designs for Green Lantern and Aquaman. Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League is currently in development, and the original Batman Ninja anime is available worldwide. The post Meet Joker and Harley Quinn in Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 11:45 PM Neko Atsume 2 Will Come Out on First Game's 10th Anniversary       You can now pre-register for Neko Atsume 2, which has a set release date of October 20, 2024. Pre-registrations are open via the App Store and Google Play. Images are available on the app stores to show you what the game will look like. The overall look of the game is the same, featuring the cats in the yard enjoying the toys you put out. However, there are some new rooms and looks. You'll also be able to travel to your friends' yards and vice versa, meaning that there is a new social element to the formerly-solo experience. Other new mechanics include toys breaking (meaning you'll have to fix them), and new cats that you can only discover through special interactions. Neko Atsume 2 will be the sequel to Neko Atsume, an idle game in which you collect cats. It first came out on October 20, 2014, which means that the sequel (which initially had a Summer 2024 release windows) will come out exactly a decade later. In this game, you collect silver or gold fish to buy toys and food. Afterwards, you set them in the yard. Cats will visit and hang out for a while when you next enter the app, and you can use the fish they give you to buy more rewards. Neko Atsume 2 will come out on October 20, 2024 for mobile devices. The post Neko Atsume 2 Will Come Out on First Game's 10th Anniversary appeared first on Siliconera.

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Kotaku Friday, October 4, 2024 5:00 PM Kotaku Weekend Guide: 5 Big, Spooky, And Exciting Games We Can't Wait To Play       It's October 4. That means the Persona fandom is crying and everyone else is going about a regular Friday. You're planning your weekend activities. Some of us might hang out with friends we couldn't see during the work week. Others might be looking to rot in their bed for two days to recover from the unending… Read more...

Kotaku Friday, October 4, 2024 4:45 PM You'll Never Guess What Game This Is From       I shared the image above with some co-workers at Kotaku and asked them what game they thought it was. The most popular answer was Call of Duty. And that's totally fair. It looks like a new Call of Duty game, maybe a mobile port of one. But nope. The screenshot above is from Fortnite. Read more...

Kotaku Friday, October 4, 2024 4:35 PM Every Movie In The Batman Universe, Now Including Joker: Folie à Deux, Ranked [Update]       Some call Batman the "Caped Crusader," while others call him Christian Bale, Kevin Conroy, Michael Keaton…In his 85-year-long tenure as a sulky billionaire with wings, Batman has found the time to be a generous movie star, so today we honor him by ranking notable movies set in the Batman universe. (Apologies, Adam… Read more...

Kotaku Friday, October 4, 2024 4:28 PM Overwatch 2 Hits Its Second Anniversary With Little To Show For It       I finished Overwatch 2's season 12 battle pass last night. There are only 11 days left in this season and it's easily the longest it's taken me to work my way through the hero shooter's daily challenges to unlock all the skins, emotes, and voice lines Blizzard offered in these past nine weeks. As I finished the battle… Read more...

Kotaku Friday, October 4, 2024 4:15 PM Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Player Discovers How To Keep Playing As Link Thanks To Wild Glitch       The Legend of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdomfinally makes the titular princess the playable star of the show. After a short prologue as Link, players leave the Hero of Time behind for a completely new type of Zelda adventure. However, one player recently discovered there's a way to keep playing as Link, and the glitch… Read more...

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 11:50 PM Meet Joker and Harley Quinn in Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League       Warner Bros Japan shared a new key visual for Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn in their new designs for the anime. Additionally, the Japanese voice actors for both characters have been revealed. Wataru Takagi will voice the Joker in the Japanese dub of Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League. Takagi is well known for his roles as Ganju Shiba in the Japanese dub of Bleach, Eikichi Onizuka in the Great Teacher Onizuka anime adaptation, Obito Uchiha in the Naruto anime series, and Okuyasu Nijimura in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable. Meanwhile, Rie Kugimiya will be in charge of lending her voice to Harley Quinn. Kugimiya is a prolific voice actress and she has worked on roles such as Taiga Aisaka in Toradora!, Alphonse Elric in both Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and the first anime adaptation, Kaguya in Gintama, and Rise Kujikawa in Persona 4 and various related projects. The new designs for the Joker and Harley Quinn are inspired by "bosozoku" biker gangs and "sukeban" delinquent girls aesthetics respectively. You can check out the new key visuals for the Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League anime series featuring the Joker and Harley Quinn here: https://twitter.com/batmanninja2018/status/1841991624840155454 The new Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League anime series was announced on May 30, 2024. A teaser trailer for the new show appeared in early July 2024, and it briefly showcased the new designs for Green Lantern and Aquaman. Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League is currently in development, and the original Batman Ninja anime is available worldwide. The post Meet Joker and Harley Quinn in Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 11:45 PM Neko Atsume 2 Will Come Out on First Game's 10th Anniversary       You can now pre-register for Neko Atsume 2, which has a set release date of October 20, 2024. Pre-registrations are open via the App Store and Google Play. Images are available on the app stores to show you what the game will look like. The overall look of the game is the same, featuring the cats in the yard enjoying the toys you put out. However, there are some new rooms and looks. You'll also be able to travel to your friends' yards and vice versa, meaning that there is a new social element to the formerly-solo experience. Other new mechanics include toys breaking (meaning you'll have to fix them), and new cats that you can only discover through special interactions. Neko Atsume 2 will be the sequel to Neko Atsume, an idle game in which you collect cats. It first came out on October 20, 2014, which means that the sequel (which initially had a Summer 2024 release windows) will come out exactly a decade later. In this game, you collect silver or gold fish to buy toys and food. Afterwards, you set them in the yard. Cats will visit and hang out for a while when you next enter the app, and you can use the fish they give you to buy more rewards. Neko Atsume 2 will come out on October 20, 2024 for mobile devices. The post Neko Atsume 2 Will Come Out on First Game's 10th Anniversary appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 9:30 PM One Piece Nico Robin and Chopper Jump Remix Books Debut        Shonen Jump announced via the official One Piece twitter account, the debut of two new volumes in its One Piece JUMP Remix series, focusing on Tony Tony Chopper and Nico Robin. These volumes are available for purchase in Japanese retail stores and online as of October 4th, 2024. Each volume also includes themed stickers and a poster. You can view the official social media post below:  https://twitter.com/Eiichiro_Staff/status/1842037248981950566 The JUMP Remix series act as re-edits of each of straw-hat crew's storylines. The series stared with Monkey D. Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji, with releases spanning from July to September 2024 this past year. Future entries to the remix series include the remaining members, Franky and Brook. In related news, Viz Media has announced that it will release One Piece: Heroines, an original novel featuring short stories about the women of the One Piece universe, in English. The novel, originally written by Jun Esaka, highlights characters like Nami, Perona, Robin, and Vivi.  The Robin and Tony Tony Chopper JUMP Remix books are available in Japan as of October 4, 2024. The original One Piece manga is released by Viz Media, while the anime is available on Crunchyroll, and the live-action series can be streamed on Netflix. The post One Piece Nico Robin and Chopper Jump Remix Books Debut  appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 7:15 PM The Best Retro Atlus JRPGs       Atlus is practically a household name in the JRPG genre these days thanks to games like Shin Megami Tensei V, Persona 5, and Metaphor: ReFantazio, but it has been doing its thing for decades. Whether you're a longtime fan looking to revisit old favorites or a new one who wants to see the origins of the publisher, we've got some of the best retro Atlus JRPGs for you to check out. Shin Megami Tensei While this isn't the first game in Atlus's Megami Tensei franchise, it's one of the most important ones. Initially released on the Super Famicom, Shin Megami Tensei was later ported to many platforms including PlayStation, Game Boy Advance, and even mobile phones. The only official English release was on iOS and is no longer available. It's an interesting game, as you can see the foundation of many of today's Atlus hits. Revelations: Persona If you love Persona, this is definitely one of the best retro Atlus JRPGs to play. The Persona series got a massive overhaul with Persona 3, rocketing the series to its current stardom. These earlier games in the series might not be as stylish, but they deliver just as powerful a punch. Persona first released on the PlayStation and is included in the PlayStation Classic mini-console. Atlus also remade it for the PlayStation Portable. Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers The second game in the Devil Summoner series, Soul Hackers is a fantastic slice of 1990s cyberpunk. You play as a member of a hacker group called the Spookies, who must battle against a demonic invasion that threatens the city. The gameplay is similar to the first few games in the Shin Megami Tensei series, with first-person exploration and turn-based battles. What makes Soul Hackers one of the beset retro Atlus JRPGs is in its style, story, and excellent world design. Originally released on the SEGA Saturn, it was eventually ported to the PlayStation and the Nintendo 3DS. Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Children - Black Book & Red Book In the wake of Pokémon's massive success, almost every publisher rolled up its own Pokémon-style game. Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Children was Atlus' take, starting on Game Boy Color with this pair of titles. Atlus released a PlayStation remake, and the series would continue on to the Game Boy Advance. Both versions tell slightly different stories, but either way you're searching for a family member in the world of demons. You'll have to assemble a team of demons to fight on your behalf, naturally. Revelations: The Demon Slayer One of the earliest in the Shin Megami Tensei series to get localized, Revelations: The Demon Slayer is also one of the most straightforward. This Game Boy Color JRPG differs from others in the franchise, using a fantasy setting. In series tradition, you'll have to recruit demons and fuse them to create stronger ones. As usual, you can count on a lengthy, challenging adventure. Atlus doesn't often dip into the realm of traditional fantasy, so you might want to check out one of its first attempts. Let us know what your favorite retro ATLUS JRPG is below! The post The Best Retro Atlus JRPGs appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Friday, October 4, 2024 5:00 PM Metaphor: ReFantazio Streaming Guidelines Revealed       Atlus has revealed the streaming guidelines for Metaphor: ReFantazio for those who want to share content of the game when it comes out on October 11, 2024. The full list of restrictions and permissions is available on the company website. For starters, you can stream to any blog or video sharing website so long as it's for commercial use. If people have access to the full game, they cannot share any content past the prologue until the game comes out. In order for people to enjoy the game on their own, Atlus asks that people tag their videos appropriately if there are spoilers in them. When posting videos, you should include some sort of transformative feature, such as commentary. In other words, Atlus doesn't allow for people to simply post cutscenes, trailers, or music. You can post highlight clips, though. The rest of the guidelines are similar to previous ones for games such as Persona 5 Royal. Atlus doesn't let people gain compensation outside of what streaming services would compensate you through ad revenue, for example, and you cannot slander any third-party users or organizations during your livestreams or videos. Finally, you can't engage in any illegal/illicit activities or use mods. If Atlus requests that you take down content, you must comply. Metaphor: ReFantazio will come out on October 11, 2024 for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC. The post Metaphor: ReFantazio Streaming Guidelines Revealed appeared first on Siliconera.