GamersHeroes Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:57 PM A free update for the title, The Sims 4 now features a number of new Create a Sim and Build Buy Items for players to enjoy. The post The Sims 4 New Free CAS and Build Buy Items Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:49 PM Lost Ark Product Community Manager Roxx, together with Andy Lin (Product Manager, Lost Ark West), and Henry Stelter (Head of Editorial) recently sat down to to talk about the Lost Ark roadmap for Q2 of 2024. The post Lost Ark's 2025 Roadmap Part 2 Released appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:07 PM Agent 47 will make his way to the Nintendo Switch 2 with the release of IO Interactive's HITMAN World of Assassination - Signature Edition this June. The post HITMAN World of Assassination – Signature Edition Launching on Nintendo Switch 2 in June appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:06 AM Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 as a launch title, Hazelight Games' critically acclaimed co-op title Split Fiction will come out for this new system June 5. The post Split Fiction Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 as Launch Title appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:35 AM Set to release April 10, a new space adventure awaits with the upcoming release of Mudita Games and RedDeer.Games' charming Pilo and the Holobook for PC and consoles. The post Charming Adventure Title Pilo and the Holobook Launching April 10 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:30 PM  Following today's hour-long Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the company has continued to post new information about the console and its upcoming games. This post-Direct news feed included a series of interviews with the people behind the creation of the $450 console—launching in June—and from those, we learned that the… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:20 PM  A Nintendo Switch 2 will set you back $450. Mario Kart World will be $90 for the physical version. There's a tutorial for the new hardware and its features complete with demos and minigames called Switch 2 Welcome Tour. It will also cost money. Nintendo is preparing to launch its most anticipated console ever and… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:00 PM  Back in January, I lamented the idea that the Switch 2 would simply be an upgraded Switch. Not because I wouldn't buy one—I'd be there day one regardless—but because what I've loved about Nintendo for so many decades is the company's desire to just be strange. From the clamshell two-screen bizarreness of the DS to the… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:50 AM  Today, Nintendo revealed all about the Switch 2. The new console is set to launch in June and will cost $450. And it will, as previously announced, support most OG Switch games. However, two new compatibility lists from Nintendo seem to indicate that over 100 Switch games will have various issues or just flat-out not… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:43 AM  Imprisoning War is a key part of the backstory for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and it will be playable in the next Hyrule Warriors. The latest Zelda musou spin-off will lets fans take control of the Hyrulian princess, Zonai King Rauru, and other sages as they try to lock away the Demon King Ganon… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:20 AM  Console pre-orders are a notoriously painful process. If you're trying to get them online, scalpers and bots are likely to snatch them up at stores like Target or Best Buy. With the Switch 2 coming in hot, Nintendo is putting some restrictions in place on its online store to hopefully make sure people who actually… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:55 AM  Today was the day Nintendo finally shared with us a much-needed deep dive on the highly anticipated successor to its wildly successful hybrid console, the Switch. The Switch 2 was proudly shown off by the company during a Direct and at long last we got a look at some upcoming games, what makes this machine unique from… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:46 AM  Donkey Kong has been pulled up to the majors. The 2D platforming star is back in a 3D adventure for the first time since the absolutely terrible Donkey Kong 64. Fortunately, things look way better in Donkey Kong Bananza for the Switch 2. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:35 AM  The biggest game of 2022 is going to be one of the biggest games on Switch 2 in 2025. Nintendo revealed Elden Ring, FromSoftware's hit open world RPG, is coming to the new console with a Tarnished Edition that includes not just the Erdtree expansion but also "new weapons, armor, a new Torrent appearance customization,… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:35 AM  During today's big Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the company revealed a ton of new games, confirmed the console will launch in June, and showed off Mario Kart World, a new open-world racing exclusive for the Switch 2 that will cost $80. Yes. you read that price correctly. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:30 AM  If you were watching Nintendo's big Switch 2 Direct live this morning, you might have noticed that things got a little wonky midway through. At first, the video and audio seemed to be out of sync, with presenters like Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford's mouth not aligning with his words. Then it got progressively worse, as… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:05 AM  One of the biggest announcements during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct wasn't a Nintendo game or major feature reveal for the system. Instead, it was from Elden Ring developer FromSoftware, who closed out the showcase's partner segment by revealing The Duskbloods, a new Soulslike from the team that will be exclusive to… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:50 AM  During today's big Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo announced that GameCube games will be playable on the upcoming hybrid console when it launches in June. You'll need a Switch Online membership to access the new classic games. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:45 AM  We're about 30 minutes into Nintendo's hour-long Switch 2 Direct, and one of the big announcements the company made is that some old Switch games are getting "Switch 2 Editions" that will have improved performance on the beefier system. However, while some games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:40 AM  It's happening! It's official! We now finally know nearly everything important about the Switch 2. In today's Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo broke down details of what the console will offer, what specs it offers, and when it'll be available to buy. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:30 AM  Today, during Nintendo's big Switch 2 Direct we learned that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and it's even bigger sequel, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, will be some of first Switch games to get a Switch 2 Edition paid upgrade, allowing for improved visuals and other cool features. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:15 AM  Happy Switch 2 Day everyone. Nintendo is holding its Switch 2 Direct showcase right now, and one of the first big reveals the company announced has cleared up the mystery of the console's new "C" button on the right Joy-Con. It stands for "Chat." Nintendo is finally bringing native voice chat to one of its consoles. |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:09 AM  Nintendo has officially revealed Mario Kart 9 and it's actually called Mario Kart World. Players will race across new courses staged all over the world and in a series first be able to drive all around the map in-between races. The game will feature 24 players per match and include new racers like Paulina and new… |
Kotaku Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:35 AM  Clip your overalls, put on your caps, and strap in: Nintendo's big Switch 2 reveal is finally upon us. Below you can find out how to watch the Switch 2 Direct and everything else you should know about Nintendo's plans for the new console this week. |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:49 PM  It's almost time for Verdansk's return in Warzone, and the Call of Duty nostalgia machine is working overtime to try and recreate the glory days of 2020. Alongside the return of fan-favorite weapons and some big gameplay overhauls, one of the most popular (and infuriating) operators from the early Verdansk era is back. Yep, a recreation of the original Warzone Roze skin is now available with the beginning of Black Ops 6 Season 3 - however, it'll cost you 30 bucks as part of the uber-premium BlackCell bundle. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:53 PM  What is the best Warzone HDR loadout? The triumphant return of Verdansk has rekindled our love for Warzone; not only can we waltz around the classic map again, but the feel of WZ is more aligned with what it was back in its prime. Sniping, for instance, hasn't been in the meta for a while, but we're happy to say that with the re-release of the HDR, it's back. While some of our best Warzone loadouts are more suited to a small, resurgence-type map, it's safe to say that with something like Verdansk, you're going to want a long-range weapon at your side always. Extreme range is no issue in the battle royale for this sniper rifle, and with our best Warzone HDR loadout, you'll be downing enemies with ease. Continue reading Best Warzone HDR loadout MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:42 PM  What is the best Warzone AMAX loadout? One of the classic Warzone weapons returning alongside Verdansk is the AMAX, a hard-hitting assault rifle capable of downing players in a handful of shots. The only downside is that the recoil can get a tad unruly without the correct attachments, however, we have built the best Warzone AMAX loadout so you can beam your enemies with ease. With Warzone Season 3 in full flow and Verdansk back on the menu, returning players are settling back into this battle royale after a long break. One thing that is sure to make you feel comfortable is a classic Warzone assault rifle, and they don't come much better than the AMAX. Here's our best Warzone AMAX loadout, with the best attachments to use to get the most out of this powerful, mid-range weapon. Continue reading Best Warzone AMAX loadout MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:30 PM  What is the best Warzone Kilo 141 loadout? There are a couple of contenders for the title of best assault rifle in Warzone, and with the return of some fan-favorites with Verdansk, that pool is getting even bigger. With the Grau and AMAX back in contention, you might not have a selection headache when you get your hands on our Kilo loadout. Anyone even remotely familiar with Warzone will remember the Kilo 141: reliable, controllable, and with its return, perhaps the best all-rounder we have available in the battle royale right now. Our loadout tightens its recoil further and extends the range, putting the Kilo firmly in best Warzone loadout territory. Continue reading Best Warzone Kilo 141 loadout MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:07 PM  What are the best new PC games in 2025? Perhaps you've just been paid, your bank account is filled with virtual dosh, or you simply want to get caught up with the latest PC games because they're, well, new and shiny. As much as we love firing up our old favorites, there are loads of new PC games that deserve some attention, too. To keep you in the know, we've got the definitive list of the best PC games that have been released recently, from big-budget RPG games to indie strategy games. Whatever you're into, stay up to date with all the latest and greatest releases right here on PCGamesN. Continue reading The best new PC games 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Black Ops 6 guns, Black Ops 6 review, Black Ops 6 loadouts |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:03 PM  Is Warzone down? Call of Duty Warzone exploded onto the scene back in 2020 and brought with it a more refined and accessible take on the battle royale genre. The player base has dwindled slightly over the past few years, but with the return of Verdansk, we're expecting many returning players to jump back into the action. Such an influx could potentially cause havoc with the servers, however, and we all know that there isn't anything worse than sitting down for a long battle royale session only to be met with an error code. We're keeping tabs on everything Warzone to let you know if the servers are up and running. Continue reading Warzone server status - is Warzone down? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:48 AM  Not content to watch Samsung take all the glory, Kingston is reportedly working on a new drive that not only matches the Samsung 9100 Pro's read speed, but beats its write speed, making it the fastest gaming SSD ever. According to a leak, the new Kingston Fury Renegade G5 can hit a sequential write speed of 14,000MB/s, which would make it the new king of this metric. The best gaming SSD title currently belongs to Samsung, at least if you prioritize raw performance above everything else. In our Samsung 9100 Pro review, the drive hit a massive sequential read speed of 14,725MB/s, with the write speed peaking at 13,450MB/s, However, if the leaked claims are true, then Kingston is about to manhandle the crown off Samsung's head, and it will be hard to push an SSD much further while using the 4x PCIe 5.0 interface. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:46 AM  How do you complete the Shattered Veil main quest in BO6? With the Sentinel Artifact securely secured, it's time for the team to head over to an old mansion that sits secluded in the woods beyond Liberty Falls. There, they'll meet up with S.A.M, the synthetic AI system based on Maxis, which could be the key to freeing her. Of course, it wouldn't be a Black Ops 6 Zombies experience if linking up with S.A.M was a simple job. BO6 Season 3 will have you explore a new Zombies map, Shattered Veil, which leads you deep into Colton Hall. As with previous main quest installments, you can earn some pretty sweet loot for the FPS game if you manage to clear it before Directed Mode comes in. Continue reading Black Ops 6 Shattered Veil main quest speculation MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Black Ops 6 guns, Black Ops 6 review, Black Ops 6 loadouts |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:39 AM  It costs just $8, but Dustland Delivery has the depth and complexity of a mainstream, studio-built RPG. You can see the inspirations. The vehicle and crew management feels like it comes from FTL: Faster Than Light, the washed-out, lawless, apocalyptic world is right out of classic Fallout, and the strategy elements and economy systems owe a lot to SimCity and Factorio. But Dustland Delivery stands on its own merits. One of PC's true unappreciated gems, if you haven't played it yet, there's a giant new DLC that makes Dustland Delivery feel almost twice as big. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games, Best strategy games, Best simulation games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:20 AM  There are few games I love more than Enter the Gungeon. It's easily the roguelike I return to the most, and while Hades 2, Dead Cells, and Slay the Spire have all carved out special places in my heart, it's the bullet-themed bonanza that I just can't shake. Color me surprised to learn that Enter the Gungeon 2 isn't just real, then, but it's also making a pretty big change to the pixel art stylings of the original game. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games , Best roguelike games, Best co-op games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:19 AM  Who is Escoffier in Genshin Impact? As the owner of a popular restaurant, Escoffier is used to supporting other people as she cooks up various meals for her customers. This five-star Cryo, Polearm user utilizes her culinary skills in battle to freeze enemies while healing her allies, making her a must-have character for tackling the most challenging Spiral Abyss tiers. Based on what we've seen from the Genshin Impact beta leaks, it looks like Escoffier is set to become one of the best characters for Cryo teams. Assuming she doesn't receive a nerf between now and the Genshin Impact 5.6 release date, Escoffier will easily end up among the strongest characters on the Genshin Impact tier list. Here's everything you need to know about Escoffier, including her banner release date, abilities, and the materials you should hunt for before she joins the free PC game next month. Continue reading Genshin Impact Escoffier banner, abilities, and materials MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:16 AM  Which games are coming out in 2025? If you're anything like us, your time is already stretched trying to play all the great games out right now, and the year isn't slowing down any time soon. Hope and anticipation, agony and elation - the endless cycle of emotions we go through during the annual PC release schedule. Year in and year out, videogames are produced in such varying degrees of quality that not a single one of them is destined for certain success. Some of the best PC games of all time release alongside utter disasters, series are born while others dwindle, and occasionally a game lives up to our expectations. Below, you'll find all the upcoming PC games to keep on your radar, and it's wildly varied. There are racing games, story games, city builders, and more, plus all of their expected release dates. Continue reading Upcoming PC games 2025 and beyond MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 6 release date, Best open-world games, GTA 5 cheats |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:56 AM  What are the Hogwarts Legacy system requirements? While it's easy enough to get this Harry Potter RPG running on a gaming PC, pushing for great performance at 1440p, or even 4K, will require some serious pixel-pushing power. Competing with some incredible open-world games, Hogwarts Legacy manages to balance its system requirements well, with no need for the best graphics card unless you're targeting 4K gameplay. While we've already identified the best settings for PC, it's well worth seeing where your gaming rig stacks up before you commit to a purchase. Continue reading Hogwarts Legacy system requirements MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:51 AM  What are the Dragon Age The Veilguard system requirements? A lot of time has passed since the release of the latest Dragon Age game, but the detailed system requirements ensure you know exactly what to expect, regardless of how late to the party you may be. While you won't need the best graphics card to get started, Dragon Age The Veilguard eventually demands an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX if you want to play using the ultra graphical preset with ray tracing enabled. Continue reading Dragon Age The Veilguard system requirements MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Dragon Age The Veilguard class, Dragon Age The Veilguard review, Dragon Age The Veilguard builds |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:18 AM  First it was Bloodborne. Then, Grand Theft Auto 6. Now, there's another great-looking game - but we don't know when, or if, it will ever come to PC. Sigh. FromSoftware, the legendary RPG maker behind Elden Ring, Dark Souls, and Sekiro, has an entirely new project in the works called The Duskbloods. It looks a bit steampunk. It could well be an RPG, or even a soulslike. But from what we know so far, it's exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best soulslike games, Best upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:19 AM  This is not a drill, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally coming out this year. After eons of waiting, we have a launch window for what is easily one of the most highly anticipated indie and Metroidvania games of all time. It's currently the most wishlisted game on Steam, but the 2025 launch window has been confirmed in the last place I thought it would be. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Indie Games, Hollow Knight Silksong release date, Upcoming PC Games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:11 AM  Pink appears to be quickly turning into the new black, with this new Thermaltake pink RAM being the latest component to don the popular cherry blossom costume, and no, it's not an April fool. The new Thermaltake Bubble Pink ToughRAM XG RGB D5 memory has a big dose of pink coloring on the right half of each module, which looks ideal for a Sakura gaming PC. If you're drawing on a cherry blossom theme for your next build, and you want the whole lot to be color-matched, then Thermaltake looks as though it has the best gaming RAM for your setup ready for you. The new memory comes in a standard configuration, with a 32GB (2 x 16GB) dual-channel DDR5 kit running at 6,000MT/s with CL36 latency timings. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:07 AM  When is the Hollow Knight Silksong release date? Silksong is the long-awaited sequel to 2017's immensely popular Hollow Knight. We don't use the phrase 'long-awaited' lightly either, since over half a decade has passed since its announcement. Just like its predecessor, Hollow Knight Silksong is a 2D Metroidvania game set in an underground realm inhabited by bugs. You can expect to explore gloomy grottos and ancient citadels in classic platform game style, fight off their quarrelsome occupants, and unlock powerful skills and equipment. Here's everything we know about when to expect Hollow Knight Silksong, including gameplay and trailers. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Indie Games, Hollow Knight Silksong release date, Upcoming PC Games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:32 AM  What are the best free PC games? Whether you're broke or just frugal, free is a price point that appeals to everybody's purse. No matter your genre of choice, it turns out that zero can buy you quite a lot in the F2P game world, and even beloved classics are available at the steepest possible discount. We've collated the top free games on PC that are guaranteed to deliver a near-endless stream of complementary entertainment. All you need to spend is your time. From cultural landmarks like Fortnite to all-time greats like Team Fortress 2, some entries on this list can easily make our list of the best PC games of all time. In no particular order, here are the best free games on PC. Continue reading The best free PC games MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:19 AM  Want to know the Genshin Impact 5.6 release date? We're always looking forward to the next big content drop, and Genshin Impact 5.6 sounds like it's going to be the most exciting update in quite some time. While the Genshin Impact updates in the middle of the release cycle tend to be, well, fairly boring, the latest batch of data mined leaks look extremely promising. In addition to a new island being added to the map, we've also got a sneak peek at the two new characters set to join the roster in the free PC game. Keep in mind that nothing has been officially announced just yet, so the information in this guide is subject to change. Continue reading Genshin Impact 5.6 release date window, new characters, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:00 AM  If you've been diving into Arena Breakout Infinite since its launch last year, or you've been looking for an excuse to give the extraction FPS a spin, I come bearing good news. The next season of Arena Breakout Infinite is a big one. As well as new weapons, a map set in an exciting location, and overhauls of existing battlegrounds, several new game modes are coming - including the long-awaited debut of a solo experience. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Best multiplayer games, Best simulation games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:24 AM  When are DBD Twitch drops available? The first-ever Dead by Daylight Twitch drops went live in October 2023, and Behaviour has ramped up the freebies ever since with regular Twitch Drops and redemption codes, giving players free character cosmetics, Bloodpoints, badges, banners, and more. Whenever there are new DBD Twitch drops available for the multiplayer game, we'll update this guide, and you can jump into watching your favorite Twitch streamers in order to receive the rewards. If you're anything like us and you're addicted to watching Dead by Daylight streams anyway, you should get them automatically, but you still need to know the details to claim. If not, just like DBD codes, they're super easy to use, and we've got information on how to get started if you've not already linked your accounts. Continue reading DBD Twitch drops and how to claim MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:07 AM  What is the next Dreamlight Valley update? Each new Dreamlight Valley update adds new characters, features, and quests to the life sim. The roster of Dreamlight Valley residents has expanded so much already, and shows no signs of slowing down. Fans on social media have previously requested the likes of Cinderella, Belle, and Stitch, and given the recent Cheshire Cat teases, we know Gameloft is listening. Disney Dreamlight Valley has never been better thanks to the colorful life game's new characters and mechanics. Its vibrant community makes it even better, especially with more multiplayer functions being added, and a paid DLC brings even more biomes and residents to your valley if you want them. Even if you don't want to splash out on paid content, there are still plenty of new Dreamlight Valley recipes, characters, realms, and more added to the base game regularly, so here's everything we know about the next free Dreamlight Valley update. Continue reading When is the next Dreamlight Valley update? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Disney games, What's the next Dreamlight Valley update?, Disney Dreamlight Valley guide |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:06 AM  What is the next Dead by Daylight Chapter? New chapters arrive in Dead by Daylight every three months, and it can be difficult to keep up with the new characters, maps, and more. Luckily, these updates arrive on a fairly rigid schedule, so we can usually look forward to the next DBD chapter before we even know what it is. With so much additional content, it's incredible that Behaviour Interactive is able to come up with new perks and powers for the latest DBD killers and survivors. The last Dead by Daylight character to enter The Fog was the gruesomely gorgeous Houndmaster and her pet dog, Snug. Joining them was Taurie Cain, the first Scottish survivor in the horror game. Next, The Ghoul arrives alone, with the DBD FNAF update to follow this summer. Here's everything we know about the next DBD updates and PTBs. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:01 AM  Nothing beats commandeering your own colossal hunk of metal. Whether it's diving in and out of BT in Titanfall 2, gliding around the battlefield in Armored Core 6, or engaging in high-octane action in Mecha Break, your opportunities to fight alongside mechs are incredibly varied. New free-to-play PvPvE mech battler Steel Hunters is the next release to jump on the gigantic robot train, and it looks as intense as you'd expect. From Wargaming, the studio behind World of Tanks, Warships, and Warplanes, you can get in on the large-scale devastation right now. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best mech games, Best free Steam games, Best free PC games |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:05 PM  For the most part, anything to do with the Nintendo Switch 2 won't have much to do with anyone in this neck of the woods, but its inaugural Direct did have some goodies for us PC players too. Like, for example, the fact that Deltarune Chapters 3 and 4 now have a release date, June 5th (which also happens to be when the Switch 2 comes out but that's neither here nor there). Mind, this is almost a good seven years after the first chapter dropped, and almost four since Chapter 2 was released, so it's been a long time coming. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:01 PM  Elden Ring is getting a Tarnished Edition on Switch 2, but you are an enlightened individual who cares not for Switchery - why else would you be reading RPS, a website dedicated to PCs, the very best console? Are you some kind of Nintendo fan-enthusiast-zealot, here to gloat about the fact that the Tarnished Edition is a Switch 2 exclusive? Is that what you think? Well if that is what you think, I've got something to tell you. Something that may shock and discredit you. And that thing is as follows: I'm not wearing a tie at all! I mean, the Tarnished Edition's new stuff is almost guaranteed to turf up on PC at some stage. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:56 AM  Enter the Gungeon feels like one of those quintessential indie games right? It came out almost a decade ago way back in 2016, which felt like the peak "indie games are here and they can go toe to toe with the big boys" era. It had all the hallmarks, like throwback pixel art, quirky designs, easy to pick up and put down. So it feels a bit funny to see that a sequel, quite aptly titled Enter the Gungeon 2, was revealed during a presentation for, what was it called now, the Nintendo Switch 2? Something like that, doesn't matter, point is: Dodge Roll are making a sequel, and yes, it is coming to PC too, don't you worry. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:32 AM  Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions isn't Astroneer 2, so don't worry if you were as fond of the spacey survival game as Alec Meer (RPS in Peace) was back in 2019. "Slowly asphyxiating to death in an unforgiving alien wasteland has never been so joyful", wrote he, reminding me of the over air-fried chicken nugget I got stuck in my throat last week. The original Astroneer will keep receiving updates for "years" to come, say developers System Era Softworks. As for Starseeker, it's aiming to be a different kettle of space entirely. |
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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:05 AM  Hollow Knight: Silksong will release in 2025, according to a showcase reel for Nintendo's upcoming Steam Decklike, the Switch 2. Imagine dropping release details for a game as hotly, wildly, despairingly anticipated as Silksong in an effing montage video. Because that is what Uncle Mario did. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:11 AM  In Pathologic 2 you played an exhausted surgeon who between incisions would scramble through piles of rubbish for a handful of nuts to keep himself alive. In Pathologic 3 the developers want you to approach the same plague-stricken town from a different perspective. This time you're a well-fed and well-dressed city doctor whose pompous attitude and diagnosing minigame makes him more like Hugh Laurie's Dr House than the scroungey hero of a survival game. Pathologic 3 Quarantine is a demo on Steam that lets you try out this secondary hero, the Bachelor, and it sets the tone for another trip into Ice-Pick Lodge's janky-if-interesting townscape. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:56 AM  It is time once again to shake our fists at the sky over the untimely, messy splintering of Disco Elysium as a cultural phenomenon. Yesterday, Youtuber Jamrock Hobo leaked a presentation for Locust City - An Elysium Story, an abandoned project that would have expanded the original RPG's detective odd-couple premise by having you control two returning characters simultaneously, each with their own furiously personified skill tree and Thought Cabinet of percolating ideas. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:55 AM  Assassin's Creed Shadows is special to me, in the sense I don't usually sit through whole games I'm not especially enjoying just for more opportunities to watch storms and gales, orange leaves whipped up by horse footfall, and flashes of illumination from distant lightning. It is a game that transforms weather from the subject of idle small talk to excited big talk. When I remember the game, I will remember galloping on horseback toward destinations that part of me wishes didn't exist, so I could keep on galloping forever. These moments of beautiful, sombre realism made the whole game worth it for me, but they come at a cost I didn't realise until I decided to make the most of my Ubisoft+ Month and play Assassin's Creed Syndicate. I'm not made of fifteen quids, after all. I've played about five hours now, and while sometimes struck by how many great improvements the series has had over the years, there's something Syndicate has that Shadows doesn't: charm. A goofy charisma that I feel was present in Odyssey, but that Shadows trades out for ambitions toward a gravitas that just never came together for me. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:29 AM  The RTX 5070 Ti is now readily available, and the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Eagle OC SFF 16G is back in stock at Amazon, at probably the best price you're going to get right now. Sitting at $899.99, this compact yet powerful GPU is a solid choice for those looking to upgrade. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 7:11 AM  A video game union representing around 300 workers at Elder Scrolls, Doom and Fallout publisher ZeniMax Media have overwhelmingly voted for strike action if they're unable to thrash out a deal over wages and workplace conditions with Microsoft, ZeniMax's parent company. The unionised workers and Microsoft have been haggling over things like remote work options and outsourcing game testing for nearly two years; now, they say they're prepared to down tools if their concerns aren't addressed. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, April 2, 2025 6:32 AM _kYeMsh2.png?width=1920&height=1920&fit=bounds&quality=80&format=jpg&auto=webp) In the latest Minecraft Live, developers Mojang revealed a "Vibrant Visual" overhaul for a game that is now older than many (most?) of the people playing it. Initially planned for the game's Bedrock edition, with a Java version update to follow, it garnishes Minecraft's blocky wilderness with directional lighting, volumetric fog and other gimcrackery you might recognise from more recently published open worlders. Back when I was a mod-phobic Vanilla player, I would have sneered at all this. Minecraft is not supposed to have "subsurface scattering", whatever that means to regular mortals. It is not supposed to look high fidelity, or high tech. It is supposed to look like, well, Minecraft. These days, my reaction is less outrage and more curiosity, mingled with vertigo at the entangling of these trendy flourishes with the pixelgrain of what is still, on some level, Infiniminer touching grass. Whatever you think of these Vibrant Visuals, it's interesting to follow Mojang's efforts to tinker with and flesh out an aesthetic that was arguably 'perfected' in 2009. It's also interesting to think about what "vibrant" might look like, 16 years from now. |
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:00 PM
The Japanese April 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct included several games that were exclusively revealed there, just like the previous Direct for the original Switch in March 2025. The order of the game reveals is almost the same, and the GameCube classics also have the exact same lineups. However, we have spotted three Nintendo Switch 2 games that appeared only in Japan and not in the American Direct.
The first difference we spotted in the Japanese Direct is Obakeidoro 2 appearing in the place of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. This game will appear as the sequel to the 2019 game that had major updates in 2022 with a Castlevania crossover DLC set and a PC port. Free Style will release the new sequel in Summer 2025.
The second exclusive title is Shine Post: Be Your Idol, which was substituted by Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions in the American Direct. This is the same title Konami has been working on, and its appearance in this Direct revealed that Switch 2 is the intended console after the company moved it from mobile devices. This game will be available on the same day as the Nintendo Switch 2's launch on June 5, 2025.
The third Japan-exclusive title in the Switch 2 Direct was Ys X -Proud Nordics-, and it appeared very briefly in the rapid sizzle reel. Nihon Falcom has set Summer 2025 as the release window for the game's Japanese version. Goodnight Universe appeared on this game's slot in the American Direct.
In addition, Nintendo revealed additional details about the Switch 2 units near the end of the Japanese Direct and on the Japanese website. Most of the consoles sold regularly in Japan will be strictly intended for use domestically in the country, as people can only link Nintendo Accounts that have the country/region entry set to Japan. This includes the regular console available at 49,980 yen (~$333.55) and the Mario Kart World bundle at 53,980 yen (~$360.25). Nintendo will instead sell the multi-language version of the console exclusively on the My Nintendo Store site at 69,980 yen (~$467) in Japan.
Nintendo Switch 2 will be available simultaneously worldwide on June 5, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:00 PM
Sunrise and King Records have revealed that they are working with Sutcliffe to hold a Pop Team Geass online kuji lottery on the latter's Kujicliffe website. The former two companies have previously published crossover design posters between Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion and Pop Team Epic on the 2025 April Fools' Day. It turns out that the crossover prank is not just a single-day deal, as people in Japan have a whole month to buy tickets for the lottery.
The merchandise lineup will feature a total of eight character designs. The first two feature Popuko and Pipimi in regular proportions with a Geass eye on each of them. The next two are chibi Popuko and Pipimi, who are wearing Suzaku and Lelouch attires, respectively. The last four will show Lelouch, Suzaku, C.C., and Kallen in Pop Team Epic-style chibi designs.
Here is the full prize lineup from the lottery:
A ticket for this lottery costs 880 yen (~$5.90). People can also get a bonus random character postcard for every ten tickets purchased. Sutcliffe will offer a flat shipping rate of 770 yen for up to 20 prize items, which also includes 2 bonus postcards.
Sunrise has also uploaded a new trailer showcasing the crossover on the Code Geass YouTube channel:
Sutcliffe will close the order window for the Pop Team Geass online kuji lottery on May 1, 2025. The company will ship the prizes around mid-August 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:15 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2 is releasing soon, and people are excited to get their hands on the next generation of Nintendo console. The company is still announcing games that will make up its 2025 lineup, including in the March Nintendo Direct, which includes both games for the original console, and the Switch 2. If you're interested in which first-party games will launch on Nintendo Switch in 2025, we have everything you need to know.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
A remake of the 2010 Wii game Donkey Kong Country Returns launched for the Nintendo Switch under the name Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16. This is a reboot of the Donkey Kong Country series of side-scrolling platformers that originally launched on the SNES. You can read our full Donkey Kong Country Returns HD review here.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition
A full remaster of the Wii U action RPG from 2015, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition launched for Nintendo Switch on March 20. This updated version includes new characters and story beats, as long as smaller changes to gameplay. You can find our full Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition review here.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Announced during Pokémon Day 2024, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the next game in the Legends subseries following Pokémon Legends: Arceus. It will feature a different battle system from both the mainline Pokémon games and Arceus, and will focus on catching Pokémon out in the wild. The game's Royal Tournament was announced during the March Nintendo Direct. Pokémon Legends: Z-A is launching in late-2025, and is expected to be available on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
The long-awaited new entry in the Metroid Prime series, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is scheduled to launch in 2025. Metroid Prime 4 was first announced in 2017, but we didn't see footage until 2024. The first-person action game will see the return of Samus Aran, and introduces psychic power to her arsenal. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is expected to launch late in the year, and be available for both Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2.
Mario Kart World
Mario Kart World is a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. This latest mainline entry in the series will boast the most players at once with up to 24 players in the lobby. In addition, the game will feature an entire open-world map to explore. Players can pick select tracks to race on or even explore the various regions with friends.
Kirby Air Riders
This looks to be a full-on remake or at least remaster of the original Nintendo GameCube racing game. Players will be able to race as Kirby and friends throughout gorgeous landscapes. Perhaps most surprisingly, Masahiro Sakurai himself will be returning to the helm as the director of this upcoming Switch 2 title. It will release sometime for Switch 2 in 2025.
Donkey Kong Bananza
This open-world adventure from Nintendo appears to be a pseudo-successor to Donkey Kong 64. Players will be able to explore a vast world. There are mines, open areas, and plenty of enemies to fight in the Switch 2 game. Most of the adventure seems to take place from a 3D perspective. However, there are also the occasional, traditional 2D moments. It will release on July 17, 2025.
The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025, and a Nintendo Direct with more information on the upcoming console appeared on April 2, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:00 AM
empty.tokyo has revealed a new Danganronpa series merchandise lineup with its characters designed by Bkub Okawa, the mangaka artist best known for Pop Team Epic. The company has also opened pre-orders for the items, which it will release in June 2025.
Bkub has drawn his own renditions of ten characters spread over all three mainline Danganronpa entries, in addition to the series mascots Monokuma and Monomi. The lineup will mostly consist of common badges, acrylic stands, and stickers, but it will also include hair clips featuring the chibi character heads.
Here is the complete list of items in the lineup, with their prices listed in Japanese yen:
The items will be available not only on empty.tokyo's web store but also on AmiAmi and Kotobukiya Online Shop. The latter two sites will also offer a random hologram sticker from exclusive lineups for every 2,000 yen spent on the merchandise line by April 23, 2025. Out of the web stores listed, AmiAmi is the only one that formally supports worldwide orders and shipments.
empty.tokyo has also uploaded a promotional trailer for the merchandise lineup on its YouTube channel:
Bkub is joining the ever-growing list of artists who have contributed to Danganronpa character merchandise. Prior examples included Sakusya2 in late 2023 and Wata in early 2025.
The new Danganronpa merchandise line featuring character illustrations by the Pop Team Epic creator Bkub Okawa will be available in June 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:31 AM
An entire hour's worth of announcements, reveals, and games have been shown off during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. Though we already knew the existence of this upcoming Nintendo console, the presentation revealed everything from release dates to the launch lineup. Here are all of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct announcements and games.
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date, Explained
The Nintendo Switch 2 release date was revealed in the presentation to be set for June 5, 2025. Better yet, fans don't have to wait too long, either, to experience the fun of the new console. Pre-orders are beginning April 9, 2025 at various retailers with two distinct bundles to choose from for the console: one with a game and one without.
All Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announcements and Games
In addition to the release date for the Nintendo Switch 2, the Direct also showcased a bunch of new announcements and games. There is pretty much something for everyone coming soon for the sequel hybrid console. Check below for the full list of all games from the Direct coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 and any known release dates for them:
The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct happened on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The Switch 2 releases on June 5, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:24 AM
Square Enix revealed that FFVII Remake Intergrade will appear on the Nintendo Switch 2. Game co-director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed the release of the new game as part of the latest Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.
While some brief footage of the game running on the new Nintendo system was shown, Square Enix offered no mention of the sequel FFVII Rebirth coming to the Switch 2 yet.
You can check out FFVII Remake Intergrade running on the Nintendo Switch 2 here:
The Intergrade version of the game comes with an extra DLC episode where players play as the ninja Yuffie in a unique campaign to the remake trilogy.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will appear on the Nintendo Switch 2. No release date has been offered yet. FFVII Remake is also readily available for the PlayStation 4, and the Intergrade version is out now on the PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:21 AM
A new game in the Kirby Air Ride series has been announced for Nintendo Switch 2, and it will be directed by series creator Masahiro Sakurai. The upcoming game will be called Kirby Air Riders, and we saw just a small teaser during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. An exact release date for Kirby Air Riders was not given, it will be launched in 2025.
The Switch 2 will include party features such as a mic for voice chat, called GameChat by Nintendo, and a camera that you can use to share your reactions with your friends. You can also screen share with others so they can see where you are. This is the second racing game announced for the Switch 2 in 2025 following Mario Kart World.
Kirby Air Riders will launch in 2025 for the Nintendo Switch 2. You can find out more by watching the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:15 AM
A new FromSoftware game, The Duskbloods, was announced at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. It is set for release in 2026.
The Duskbloods is a new IP from FromSoftware, set in a new Victorian-inspired world with similarities to Bloodborne. The trailer showed off a number of mysterious characters, including a woman in Chinese dress and a strange figure in a full-body suit with a gas mask walking through a poison swamp.
While not much is known about the game, we can see demonstrations of vampiric powers and telekinesis, although it's not clear if these are powers the player can make use of or if they're used by major enemies.
Currently, The Duskbloods has only been confirmed for release on the Switch 2. It's not the only FromSoftware game set to release on Nintendo's new system though, as a port of Elden Ring has also been confirmed.
The Duskbloods is set for release for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Other platforms have yet to be confirmed.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:02 AM
After multiple delays, at the The Game Awards 2024, Hollow Knight: Silksong returned with a release date at the April 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. We'll get to go through Hornet's adventure on 2025.
As a reminder, Hollow Knight: Silksong was originally intended to be an add-on for the base game, but the scope of it led to the expansion becoming its own title. Team Cherry announced that back in February 2019. After that, bits and pieces about the game came up. For example, we got to see the map system at once point and one of the NPCs. In 2022, we learned when it would release, it'd be on Xbox Game Pass at launch.
However, after the 2023 delay, we started to hear less about the title. While a Nendoroid of both the Knight and Hornet released, and we also saw new Steam art and an Xbox product listing, there weren't concrete details about the new Hollow Knight game until now.
The Hollow Knight: Silksong release date will fall in 2025, and it will appear on the PS4, PS5, Switch, Siwtch 2, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC. You can find the original Hollow Knight on the PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and PC worldwide now.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:59 AM
Nintendo has announced that Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack will include a new lineup of GameCube games for Switch 2. A library of games that will be available via the GameCube app were also revealed, including The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, Super Mario Sunshine, and Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness. The GameCube app will be available at the Switch 2's launch on June 5, 2025.
Here is the full list of games that will be available via the GameCube app on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on Switch 2.
The GameCube app will be available to download on the Switch 2 on its launch day, June 5, 2025. You can find out more by watching the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:58 AM
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will be one of the third party games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. FromSoft showed the game running on the upcoming console during the Switch 2 Direct, although no release date was given yet. More information will appear at a later date.
The footage shown also included scenes from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expansion, so we can expect that to also appear on Switch 2. You can check out footage of Elden Ring running on the new Nintendo console below, as well as other third party titles appearing on the console. Elden Ring is the first game to appear in the partner reel, and the clip is approximately 40 seconds long.
Elden Ring and its Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expansion are coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. No release date has been given yet. The game and its DLC are readily available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:55 AM
Nintendo announced the third Hyrule Warriors title as part of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. Titled Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment, the upcoming experience will act as essentially a prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Players will be able to hack-and-slash through the Imprisoning War in Hyrule's past.
Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment will launch sometime in Winter 2025 for the Nintendo Switch 2, with no specific release date revealed at this time, unfortunately. That said, players will be able to take on the role of Zelda and other characters in the past as part of this experience to hack-and-slash their way through hundreds of enemies on massive battlefields.
The story itself will detail the Imprisoning War that is referenced quite a bit in the main story of Tears of the Kingdom. Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment, developed by Koei Tecmo, will allow players to see Zelda's time in the past when it launches later this year.
Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 in Winter 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:52 AM
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will be receiving upgrades on the Nintendo Switch 2. As part of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, 2025, Nintendo revealed how the two games will be upgraded in their versions for the Nintendo Switch 2.
You can take a look at the full presentation of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, along with the Legend of Zelda upgrade details, here:
Both games will receive performance upgrades in the form of resolution and frame rate enhancements, alongside HDR support to improve the visuals and enhance the onscreen colors. The Switch 2 enhancements also include support through Zelda Notes. This will be accessed through the Nintendo Switch App and provides GPS-like voice guidance to shrines and missed korok seed locations, QR Codes for creations in Tears of the Kingdom, and a photo studio for ingame screenshots.
The games receiving upgrades for the Nintendo Switch 2, like Mario Party Jamboree, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokemon Legends Z-A will require a paid upgrade to access the new Switch 2 exclusive features if players already own the games for the original Nintendo Switch. It is not currently known how much it will cost.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Editions will receive both physical and digital versions for the Nintendo Switch 2 after the console releases.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:45 AM
Super Mario Party Jamboree will be getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition containing new content including a new addition called Jamboree TV. This was revealed at Nintendo's Switch 2 reveal Direct.
Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV is the same as the base game, only now this edition will use exclusive features of the Switch 2. The game makes use of the new Joy-Con mouse functionality and the system's voice chat features, as well as the optional Switch 2 Camera. The mouse controls and microphone will be used for new games, while the camera will be used to display player faces next to their characters.
The game will also feature two new modes: Bowser Live and Carnival Coaster. Bowser Live will encourage lively competition, with the camera and microphone being used for games involving full-body movement. Carnival Coaster is a shooting game that will occasionally switch to minigames, both using the mouse controls.
As well as Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV, Nintendo revealed Mario Kart World as a launch title for the new system.
Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV will release for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 24, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:42 AM
Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 release date is on June 5, 2025. During the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, 2025, new features about the console were revealed such as a mic for party chat, called GameChat, and a camera that can show your reactions. The ability to use the new Joy-Con, called Joy-Con 2, like computer mice has also been confirmed.
The Direct also revealed that Mario Kart World and Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be launch titles for the upcoming console. There will also be paid upgrades for certain games on Switch 2 including Super Mario Party Jamboree, Breath of the Wild, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Kirby and The Forgotten Land, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Tears of the Kingdom, though these will be available after launch.
More details about the Nintendo Switch 2 will appear in the future, as revealed through the special Direct. Consumers will be able to find out more about these new features that will be unique to the Nintendo Switch 2 through future updates on the console.
The Nintendo Switch 2 release date is June 5, 2025. You can find out more details by watching the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:38 PM
If you are having trouble making a loadout with Call of Duty's new Kilo 141 assault rifle, you're not alone.
Activision has confirmed there's an issue with the Kilo 141 that's preventing it from being added to loadouts in Black Ops 6 or Warzone, which is currently offline for 24 hours ahead of Verdansk's return tomorrow.
The returning gun, which is free for all players to grab now as season three has launched in BO6 while Warzone preps for tomorrow, was a hugely popular weapon in Warzone's early days and has been highly anticipated by players, so this current bug is quite annoying.
Thankfully, the issue is being worked on by Treyarch and Activision who are aware of the issue, but it's still a pain in the back for players looking to use the weapon and level it up ahead of Warzone tomorrow, or to use it on the new BO6 Zombies map, Shattered Veil.
Double XP and double weapon XP is currently live in BO6, so the weapon leveling process should go quickly once it's available. But for now, players will have to use other new guns like the CR-56 AMAX or HDR in lieu of the Kilo for the time being.
Some players are reporting a workaround to get to use the Kilo 141, though. If you enter Warzone, then equip a Kilo 141 in your loadout, equip an optic scope, back out of Warzone, return to BO6 MP, and then you should be able to add the Kilo to a loadout.
It appears that CoD is also having issues on Xbox itself at the time of writing, meaning a wide array of gamers are probably frustrated by what's going on with the new season's launch on top of not being able to play Warzone at all until tomorrow.
Update on April 2 at 1:38pm CT: Activision says the issue has been fixed.
"Players will need to relaunch Call of Duty and enter the Call of Duty: Warzone tile again to obtain access to the Kilo 141 in custom loadouts."
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:36 PM
To earn all of the prizes available in the Easter Eggstravaganza event, you need to complete some special duties associated with it. One of these tasks is Spring Taste Test, and it's a tough one to finish since you're only given this name and no other additional information.
Trying to solve this one on your own is a struggle since there's a lot to do in the event. It's much more doable once you know what needs to be done, so if you're stuck on this one, here's how to complete Spring Taste Test in Disney Dreamlight Valley.
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Spring Taste Test duty in Disney Dreamlight Valley
To finish the Spring Taste Test duty for the Easter Eggstravaganza event, you need to eat all three special spring meals, including Spring Chocolate, Spring Mimosa Eggs, and Spring Egg Bowl. You need to cook each dish so you can consume it, although you can also get an already cooked Spring Chocolate by tackling the That's Not Where Eggs Come From! duty.
All three recipes require you to get eggs from around the village before you can cook them. You also need a couple of additional staple ingredients not related to the event, all of which can be obtained from around the valley.
How to make all Spring Taste Test recipes in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Here are the full recipes for all three dishes you need to consume for the Spring Taste Test duty.
Eggs are only obtainable during the event, but the rest of the ingredients can be obtained from around the valley. The three additional ingredients you need are Sugarcane, Basil, and Cocoa Beans. You can grow Sugarcane yourself, harvest Basil from the wild in the Peaceful Meadow biome, and get Cocoa Beans from Cacao Trees.
Once you have all three meals made for the Spring Taste Test duty, open your personal inventory. Locate one of the three dishes and select the "Eat" option. Repeat this process for the other two meals to fully finish this quest. Try to make sure your energy bar isn't full before eating so you can gain some useful energy buffs from these three recipes.
Spring Taste Test reward in Disney Dreamlight Valley
You get one reward for completing the Spring Taste Test, which is the Spring Tableware item. This is a furniture decoration you can place on most surfaces or on the ground. It's a great item to use for spring spaces and also a fun detail for DreamSnaps submissions.
There are plenty of other Easter Eggstravaganza event rewards you can earn, so be sure to tackle all other event tasks to grab them while you can. When you have the entire event completed, consider working on gathering key resources from around the valley. Having a healthy stock of items ready to go will help you prepare for the upcoming Alice in Wonderland update.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:26 PM
Season 6 is coming soon to NBA 2K25, and it will feature amazing rewards for the players to grind and obtain across MyTeam and MyCareer.
We have confirmation about the release date of the new season, which will replace the Season 5 Pass. Once again, a new Season Pass will be available with different rewards that can be unlocked by grinding the game modes.
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NBA 2K25 Season 6 release date
The new season will be going live on Friday, April 4. 2K is sticking to the usual schedule, as all five seasons have been released on Fridays in the past. The release time is also along the expected lines, and the new content will be available starting at 8 am PT/10 am CT/11 am ET.
The new content will replace Season 5, so players have a couple more days, as of writing, to complete their grind. There are plenty of rewards available on the Season Pass, and you can unlock them by getting sufficient XP. Those who opt for a paid upgrade will get 40 extra rewards that include special cards, VC, and more.
NBA 2K25 Season 6 rewards
The Season 6 rewards will be available as part of the Season Pass, and here are the highlight rewards. The first lot includes rewards you can unlock and then use in the MyCareer mode. While most of the highlighted items are cosmetic in nature, there are some utility stuff to earn.
Titled No Mercy, everyone begins Season 6 with a 92-rated Diamon Luka Doncic. Grind enough with the card, and you can upgrade it to a 95-rated Pink Diamond card. There's more to obtain in MyTeam mode across all the seasonal milestones.
Opting for the Pro Upgrade is going to increase the total rewards, as you get 40 extra levels. The additional rewards includes an alternate art Tim Duncan, Dark Matter John Wall, and more.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:15 PM
The legendary Wunderwaffe DG-2 has electrified players across multiple Zombies iterations. While it seemed absent from Black Ops 6, the explosive Liberty Falls trailer teased its return. Now, the wait is over, and we're here to show you how to get the Wunderwaffe DG-2 in BO6 Zombies.
How to unlock Wunderwaffe DG-2 in Black Ops 6 Zombies
The only way to get the Wunderwaffe DG-2 is through the Mystery Box, which may also drop the Ray Gun Mark 2. I got the DG-2 Wonder Weapon instantly by consuming the Wonderbar GobbleGum. This GobbleGum can be tricky to acquire, as it is classified as an ultra-rare type. You can get it through in-game GobbleGum Packs or as a free reward when simply playing BO6 Zombies. You don't necessarily need to acquire this particular GobbleGum, but it does help speed things up.
Unlike the Ice Staff and Elemental Swords, there doesn't seem to be a way to craft the Wunderwaffe DG-2 in BO6 Zombies. The Ray Gun Mark 2, however, does involve crafting, so this specific Wonder Weapon may take up more time. If you are successful in getting the Wunderwaffe DG-2 with the Mystery Box, you can start electrifying zombies with its handy chain-lighting attacks. You'll undoubtedly clear out tons of undead in seconds, which is perfect for the later rounds.
It isn't clear if the Wunderwaffe DG-2 only spawns in the Shattered Veil map, but I'll try to see what happens in other locations like Liberty Falls, Citadelle des Morts, and Terminus. At the time of writing, we only know that the Ray Gun Mark 2 solely spawns in Shattered Veil, which could apply to the DG-2. Given that the map was just released for Black Ops 6 Season 3, there may be more Wunderwaffe DG-2 content to uncover. I'll update this guide if anything comes up.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:07 PM
The Nintendo Direct program on April 4 has finally given us a confirmed release date for the Nintendo Switch 2, and we have more information about how upgrades will work for first-party titles.
Not all first-party releases will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, as new games will be released for the older Switch console. Thanks to better hardware, Switch 2 users will be able to enhance graphics and better controls with the Joy-Con 2 and more. To do so, they will have to pay an extra price.
How do Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Packs work?
Upgrade Packs are an effective way to upgrade your Switch game to the Switch 2 version. When you buy any first-party title's Switch 2 edition, you're essentially getting a combo pack of the Switch 1 version and an upgrade pack.
Let's take the example of the Switch 2 version of Super Mario Party Jamboree. This is what you'll receive.
If you already own the Switch 1 edition for any game, you don't have to pay the entire amount for the Switch 2 version. Instead, all you have to do is buy the Upgrade Pack, and it should allow you to access the enhanced version of the game.
The exact content of Upgrade Packs will vary across different games, so always make sure to check that out before purchasing a copy (either Physical or Digital).
How much will Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Packs cost?
The exact price of the Upgrade Packs is not available as of writing. There's an exception for a couple of Zelda titles, but you'll have to purchase the Upgrade Packs separately. If I have to estimate, the Upgrade Packs should cost around $20.
Most of the base versions for first-party Switch titles cost $59.99. The MSRP for Mario Kart World is set at $79.99. Mario Kart World is one of the several launch titles that will be available on the same day as the Nintendo Switch 2. A bundle is also available if you are looking to buy the game and the console at a discounted price.
This is why I estimate that the Upgrade Packs will cost about $20, but it's best to wait for an official report from Nintendo. It's also important to note that the Upgrade Packs are different from in-game updates. A lot of first and third-party parties will get new features for the Switch 2, which are going to be available for free. The Upgrade Pack has more to do with the additional features that are only available on the Nintendo Switch 2 (like in-console voice chat, new controllers, and more).
All members of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership will get access to the Upgrade Packs for Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom at no extra cost. This benefit is only available for these two Zelda titles, and requires an active membership. The only option for the rest of the games is to get the Upgrade Packs separately, or just get a Switch 2 version.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:39 PM
The legendary Ray Gun Mark 2 returns in Black Ops 6 Zombies, featuring three unique variants, each designed for a specific playstyle. Whether you prefer high-damaging shotguns, mobile SMGs, or marksman rifles, there's a perfect fit for everyone. Here's how to unlock the Ray Gun Mark 2 in BO6 Zombies.
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How to unlock Ray Gun Mark 2 in Black Ops 6 Zombies
You can snag the Ray Gun Mark 2 the old-fashioned way by risking it all with the Mystery Box. However, it can only be done at the Shattered Veil, as Treyarch has confirmed the other maps won't have this Wonder Weapon available until Season 3 Reloaded. You may also be able to craft it, given that there is a designated section for the Ray Gun Mark 2. However, it could also be linked to the variants, so I'll look into this subject.
Although Mystery Boxes issue out guns randomly, you can beat the odds by consuming the Wonderbar GobbleGum. This perk guarantees a Wonder Weapon drop every time, and you could be lucky enough to acquire the Ray Gun Mark 2.
In my previous Zombies adventures, the Wonderbar GobbleGum instantly gave me rare gems like the Beamsmasher and Jet Gun. Typically, these weapons require a lengthy crafting process, but the GobbleGum more or less skips it entirely. Even if you don't have the Wonderbar, you can still experiment with the Mystery Box and hope the Mark 2 appears. You can find the Mystery Box on the map in a few spots. As always, its location will change from time to time. Nevertheless, you may be able to determine its location with its distinct blue beam high in the sky.
The Ray Gun Mark 2 unleashes three-round bursts of energy, going a step above the classic Ray Gun Wonder Weapon. You can also use it as a melee-based weapon whenever your bullets run out. This maneuver will prove helpful, as Wonder Weapon ammunition can be quite costly, especially during the later rounds.
All Ray Gun Mark 2 variants in BO6 Zombies
Ray Gun Mark 2 variants are back to diversify this Wonder Weapon's power, a feature you may recognize from Black Ops 4. Here's a breakdown of all Ray Gun Mark 2 variants in Black Ops 6 Zombies:
Unlocking these variants will require some crafting, but I'm still getting through the Shattered Veil Easter Eggs. I'll update this guide once I find out more information.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:05 PM
The release date for Nintendo Switch 2 is now live, and gamers won't have to wait long to get their hands on the device.
The exact release date has been a matter of speculation and intrigue over the last few months. Plenty of rumors and supposed "leaked" dates have made their rounds of social media, but they can now be laid to rest. The official date has been revealed on April 2's Nintendo Direct, and here's how long you'll need to wait.
Nintendo Switch 2 release date
Nintendo's next handheld in the Switch series is going to be available on June 5. The release date actually falls close to some of the earlier speculations we have on social media. Things look clearer with a confirmed date, as buyers can plan.
The rollout will begin in all global areas to start things off and will gradually pick up pace. Some regions of the world will need to wait longer to get their hands on the product as the rollout will take time to complete. The first few months should also witness large-scale demand, given how long it has taken Nintendo to roll out a successor for the original Switch.
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be available for pre-orders online and from local retailers. The latter will depend mostly on regional supplies and how much stock is available in the first place.
Everything that we know about Nintendo Switch 2
The world got the first glimpse at the upcoming console in January when Nintendo revealed the first trailer. While having a similar appearance to the first Switch, the second generation device has plenty of tweaks under the hood. Backward compatibility is one of Switch 2's biggest strengths, as it will allow the first-gen games to run smoothly.
The second-gen console will have Joy Con 2 controllers, and there will be a new C button for starters. There will be in-console integration for real-life communication, as the new console has in-built mic to aid voice chat with your buddies. There's also support for video chat, and an additional Nintendo camera will be available. Online membership is necessary to access game chat.
GameShare is another cool feature of the new console as it will allow you to share games with nearby console users. This feature will be available for a limited-list of games that will be exclusive to the second-gen console.
Compared to the first console, Switch 2 will have a larger screen while having the same thickness. The main screen will have support for 1080P resolution and 120 FPS. With more vividness and HDR, expect to enjoy crisper visuals, especially when viewing darker areas. Additionally, using the dock will allow you to enjoy up to 4K on supported games and TV.
With two ports, it will be easier to connect your console with other Type-c devices in tabletop mode. Internal storage has also been given a big boost, as the base version will offer 256GB of storage.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:02 PM
There's nothing worse than hopping into an online game only to see that it's down. If you're facing this with Warzone, we've got you covered. Find out why Warzone is offline and when it's expected to return.
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Why is Warzone down?
During the COD Pod, the hosts announced that Warzone would go offline in "preparation for the launch of Verdansk." The Verdansk update is shaping up to be a massive download, with a complete revamp of the map and exciting new events on the way. Given the scope of these changes, it's no shocker that the game is going offline for a bit — all to ensure optimal performance and a smoother experience when it's live.
While the game may be offline for a while, there's a silver lining with not one but two bits of good news. First up, Black Ops 6 will have a Free Trial period during Warzone's downtime, giving you the chance to dive into premium Season 3 content at no cost. That means you can get a taste of the new Zombies: Shattered Veil and explore the fresh Multiplayer maps, even if you haven't purchased BO6.
The other good news is that anyone who logs into Warzone when it's down will receive a free weapon, the Kilo 141. This Assault Rifle was one of the most beloved guns back when Verdansk was in its heyday, and now it's coming back for more during Black Ops 6 Season 3. You can also test your skills with the Kilo 141 camo challenges, which will be available for BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone.
When will Warzone come back online?
The Call of Duty Blog indicates that Warzone will shut down for 24 hours. It is expected to return online on April 3, 2025, at 9 am PT/12 pm ET/4 pm GMT. You can track how many more hours it will take via the Countdown to Verdansk launch in-game. Once the time's up, Verdansk awaits, and you can start earning rewards from the map's exclusive celebration.
The Return to Verdansk event begins right when Warzone comes back online, where you can explore notable POIs and unlock Hidden Safes. It may even give you a sweet new Operator skin with the random drops from the safe. You can also look forward to more content during the mid-season, including the Verdansk Express, additional modes, and Battle Royale Verdansk Ranked Play.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:01 PM
Weekly quests are a great way to quickly earn lots of XP in Fortnite. They're sometimes decently tough to figure out, though, as is the case with the spend bars on an Outlaw Flusher task.
You get 30,000 XP for finishing this quest, which is a pretty massive amount for the fairly minimum effort you have to put in. It might seem like a daunting quest initially, but it's not tough at all once you know where to find Outlaw Flushers and how to use them. Here's how to spend bars on an Outlaw Flusher in Fortnite.
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What is an Outlaw Flusher in Fortnite?
Outlaw Flushers are special versions of the Port-a-Potty hideout and teleport spots you can find and use around the island. While only some regular Port-a-Potties function as teleporters, all Outlaw Flushers are guaranteed to transport you to a new location after you pay the fee using gold bars.
The shape of all Outlaw Flushers is the same as Port-a-Potties, but they have a unique design. Instead of being plain blue and white boxes, Outlaw Flushers are black and gold with a symbol on the door. This symbol features a skull icon over fire and two guns underneath it.
Outlaw Flusher locations in Fortnite
You can find Outlaw Flushers sitting outside around the three Black Markets situated across the map. They can be found:
If you're having trouble pinpointing the exact location of an Outlaw Flusher around any of these spots, you can use the mini-map to make finding it easier. As long as there's an Outlaw Flusher nearby, an icon of a Port-A-Potty will pop up, marking its precise location to help you find it.
Any of the previously mentioned locations work for finding an Outlaw Flusher, so you can pick whichever one you prefer. To have the easiest time finding one, though, I recommend heading to the Black Market north of Masked Meadows near the colorful flower fields. The Outlaw Flusher is fully visible from this location, so it's very easy to locate and get to.
You can find the Outlaw Flusher north of Masked Meadows, sitting right in front of a tree. If you stand right outside of the gas station where the Black Market is hidden at this location and look towards the flower fields, you can spot the Outlaw Flusher near a fence right in front of it.
Spend bars on an Outlaw Flusher in Fortnite
To finish the spend bars on an Outlaw Flusher quest, you need to pay 50 gold bars to use an Outlaw Flusher one time. All you have to do for this task is walk up to an Outlaw Flusher and interact with it to pay the fee and be transported to a new location.
The only tough part of this quest is finding an Outlaw Flusher to use. They're fairly rare, but you now know the spots you can visit to find one, which makes this task a lot easier to get done.
If you're hoping to earn more XP after completing this task, consider working through some additional quests next. Some good ones to tackle are the Mortal Kombat Cryomancer's Resolve quest series and the someone is planning a joyride found quest. You'll need to grab Scorpion's Kombat Kit to finish the former.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:35 AM
Someday, We All Must Walk Alone is a hidden World Quest in Genshin Impact. It is a short quest that will conclude your journey with your little Saurian companion in Natlan. Completing it will give you Primogems and unlock a hidden achievement.
Here's how to start the Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest in the game.
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How to unlock the quest
There is a long series of pre-requirements that you must complete to unlock the Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest in Genshin Impact. This includes all the World Quests, open world photo gameplay, and a Warrior's Challenge in Collective of Plenty related to your little Saurian companion.
Complete all the World Quests related to the Saurian companion
Here's a list of all the quests in Natlan you must finish:
Complete the photo gameplay in Flower-Feather Clan
Use the Reputation waypoint (Obsidian Totem Pole) in the Flower-Feather Clan and head northeast to find a Kamera and a couple of statues. Next, interact with the Kamera and wait for your Saurian companion to stand on the stone structure. Once that is done, indwell an Iktomisaur and use its skill on the Tepetlisaurus Whelp before placing a Saurus Cracker on the empty bowl. Finally, interact with the Kamera again and take a picture.
Activate the Secret Source Dragon Idol in the Sea of Shiting Sentience
Teleport to the southeastern waypoint in the Sea of Shifting Sentience and head south to find a secret room filled with Pulverite. Next, indwell the Tatankasaur nearby before charging into the room to destroy all the Pulverite and defeating the two Rifthounds. Finally, follow the Secret Source Servant to summon a Secret Source Dragon Idol.
Complete Urubamba's Warrior Challenge in Collective of Plenty
Lastly, you must complete Urubamba's Warrior Challenge in the Collective of Plenty and get at least an S-rank score to trigger the photo event.
Once you've completed all the tasks related to your Saurian companion, the Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest will appear on your quest tab.
Return to where you first met your Saurian companion
Return to the resting place where you first met your Saurian companion and talk to it. This will trigger a long cutscene in which your little friend will ask you to take a group photograph. This will also conclude the Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest in Genshin Impact. As a reward, you will get 20 Primogems and unlock the Then You Will Be Free to... achievement.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:33 AM
It's a whole new world for Mario and his kart-racing pals. Mario Kart World is coming soon with big improvements to the racing franchise for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Mario Kart World supports up to 24 players in any given race, plus new modes such as Knockout Tour, which is a battle royale-like experience where four players are eliminated at a time until one winner is victorious. There's a world map made up of different courses, and when you finish racing on one, you can drive to the next to keep the fun going.
Also new to the franchise is the Free Roam mode, where you can drive wherever you wish to explore the map by yourself or with friends in online or offline co-op. Basically, it's everything you love about Mario Kart, but with more options (and a higher pricetag).
Here's when you can start up the racing in Mario Kart World.
Mario Kart World release date countdown
Mario Kart World is a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2, which means it will launch alongside the console on June 5, 2025. The countdown below shows how much time is left between now and midnight ET on June 5:
This is the assumed time of availability for most players, although it will assumedly be available to play earlier depending on where you are in the world and when you get your Switch 2. Basically, if you grab a Switch 2 on launch day, you can play Mario Kart World as soon as you're set up.
Mario Kart World is available in a console bundle with the Switch 2 for $499 USD. On its own, the game will cost $79.99 for the digital version and $89.99 for the physical version, so picking up the Mario Kart World Switch 2 bundle actually ends up saving you money.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 11:33 AM
Looking for all egg locations and respawn times in Disney Dreamlight Valley? As part of the special Eggstravaganza event in Disney Dreamlight Valley, there are 4 different eggs to collect, which will allow you to craft new easter-themed furniture. Below are all egg locations and respawn times so you can farm them to your heart's desire.
All egg locations and respawn times
There are a total of 4 different eggs to collect during the Eggstravaganza Disney Dreamlight Valley event. Here are the locations you can get them and how quickly they respawn in the valley.
Apart from Purple Spring Eggs, the other three eggs can also be earned through completing daily and weekly challenges for Wall-E.
By contrast, the Purple Spring Eggs can only be collected from the realms mentioned above and there are a maximum of 10 eggs spawned into the game at once. After an egg is collected, another will randomly spawn in one of the realms after 5 minutes. This means after collecting 10 Purple Spring Eggs, you'll need to wait a total of 50 minutes before farming another 10 in one go.
That rounds up our guide to all egg locations and respawn times. For more Disney Dreamlight Valley tips and tricks during this special easter event, check out our in-depth guide to getting Purple Eggs or see our overview of the Disney Dreamlight Valley 2025 roadmap, which includes all future content drops.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:24 AM
The Easter Eggstravaganza event has lots of special quests you can tackle to earn exclusive prizes. One of the tougher duties to complete is That's Not Where Eggs Come From!, but it has some of the best event rewards and is absolutely worth finishing.
This task doesn't give you any direction beyond its name, so figuring out what needs to be done is fairly tricky. If you're stuck on this quest, here's how to complete the That's Not Where Eggs Come From! duty in Disney Dreamlight Valley.
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That's Not Where Eggs Come From! duty in Disney Dreamlight Valley
As the name of the That's Not Where Eggs Come From! task hints, you need to acquire eggs from somewhere unexpected, specifically, harvest a total of 100 Spring V-EGG-etables to complete it. There are four stages to this task, but to fully finish it, you must acquire 100 of these eggs.
How to get Spring V-EGG-etables in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Spring V-EGG-etables must be crafted, planted, watered, and harvested from a V-EGG-etable Seed to be obtained. The process for acquiring them is a bit tricky, so here's a breakdown of the exact steps you need to follow.
That's Not Where Eggs Come From! rewards in Disney Dreamlight Valley
There are four rewards you can earn as you make progress in the That's Not Where Eggs Come From! duty. Three of them are exclusively obtainable through this task, but the Spring Chocolate prize isn't and can be cooked outside of this.
You earn rewards at various stages throughout the That's Not Where Eggs Come From! quest since it's such a large undertaking to complete. Here are all of the prizes this task offers and how many Spring V-EGG-etables you need to get each one.
There are plenty of other Easter Eggstravaganza event rewards you can earn in addition to these ones, so be sure to tackle everything this event features to claim all available prizes. The Easter Eggstravaganza event has other tricky tasks to complete, so it's best to get started on them as soon as possible to ensure you're able to fully finish the event before it ends.
If you don't get this task done while the event is live from April 2 to 22, you can work on it after as long as you have the supplies to do so. You need to make a lot of seeds to grow Spring V-EGG-etables, though, so getting it done while the event is active is generally the best way to go. If you miss out, the event will return around the same time in 2026 to give you another shot at completing it.
After this festive spring event, there's plenty of additional content to look forward to. The next major content drop is the Alice in Wonderland update, and after that, there's still plenty more in store based on the 2025 roadmap.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:21 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been revealed after its console debuted during a direct on April 2.
Boasting stronger specs than the original Switch, the console handheld hybrid can run games at up to 120 FPS in handheld mode and 4K resolution with HDR while docked, and it also has better audio, ventilation, new and improved controls, and a lot more.
Here's everything there is to know about the new console's pricing in different regions around the world.
Nintendo Switch 2 console price
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be priced at $449 USD when it launches on June 5, and 49,980 yen in Japan. It will be 395.99 Euros in the UK. The Mario Kart World bundle is a bit higher in all regions, such as $499 in the US.
It seems as though Switch 2 games may be pricier than normal, too, as Nintendo has confirmed that Mario Kart World will be sold digitally for $80 USD ($90 for physical games), potentially setting an unfortunate precedent for games prices moving forward.
In summary, here are all the prices we know so far:
The Switch 2 will also be launching in Australia and Asia when it comes out on June 5, 2025.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:12 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2 will have a mega launch based on the initial lineup of games.
It's been known for some time that Switch 2 will have backward compatibility and will support older games. However, the Nintendo Direct event on April 4 gave us a glimpse of the first generation of games that will be made for the new-age console.
Disclaimer: Work in progress
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Complete Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup
So far, we have confirmation about the following games that will launch on the same date as the new console.
Mario Kart World
This game was expected to be part of the launch program as we had already seen a Mario Kart being played on the console's reveal trailer. We have now confirmation that Mario Kart World will be one of the launch titles.
In a fresh trailer, we managed to get glimpses of the general gameplay, as races will be taking place across land and water. Different ecosystems and biomes will provide their unique challenges as players rush their way to the top. Expect the same multiplayer madness but with more competitors, twists, and turns. With a maximum of 24 racers, things have never been more challenging.
Apart from tracks and races, there will be an aspect of open-world exploration. You can roam and travel to different parts of the world alone or with friends and take captures of your adventures. The new Mario Kart racing game will be launching on the same day as the new console.
Nintendo Switch Welcome Tour
This will be a paid game available on the same day as the new console, and allow you to learn about the finer technological aspects in an intuitive fashion. You'll be able to unearth how many of the features work, albeit in a fun way. The game world is essentially the Switch console itself, and you can roam and interact with different
The Legend of Zelda
Both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will be getting enhanced editions, which will have better graphics and smoother framerates. Their will be additional support for players with the help of Zelda Notes, which will act as an intuitive guide for all. It will be great for those who might get stuck trying to clear a quest.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
The Switch 2 version will have better performance capabilities, and you can choose from two graphic modes. There's more as the new Joy-Con 2 controller will allow you to get a functioning mouse, which is highly convenient for any type of shooters.
Pokemon Legends Z-A
Similar to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the Switch 2 version of Pokemon Legends Z-A will have greater capabilities. There's a new battle format to enjoy, which is unlike anything we have seen previously in the series. The new battle format will allow players to use stealth in hopes of catching their enemies unaware. But they will have to avoid getting caught, as that will turn the tides of the battle against them.
Players will be able to escape hurdles by creating a distance between them. Overall, there are plenty of reasons to be excited, and it will be interesting to find out how the gameplay performs on the upgraded hardware of the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Z-A Royale tournament will be taking place every night in Lumiose City. Players will be able to test out their strategic decision-making and knowledge in highlighted battled zones as they fight their way to the top ranks.
All Nintendo Switch 2 Third-Party titles
Plenty of third-party titles will have support for Nintendo Switch 2 from day one. Here's the list of games revealed so far.
Some of these games will be appearing later in 2025, while The Duskbloods is scheduled for a launch in 2026.
We will update this guide live as we get more updates. Stay tuned!
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:50 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2 isn't all about the future. It's also bringing some special love for the GameCube, with a big addition to Nintendo Switch Online.
GameCube Classics are coming to the Expansion Pass for NSO, as an exclusive for the Switch 2, including games like Super Mario Sunshine, The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, Soul Calibur 2, F-Zero GX, Luigi's Mansion, and a lot more.
The list of games will be added to and expand over time, as has been the case for other classics like the GameBoy, GameBoy Advance, Nintendo, and Super Nintendo, so this is a win and big draw to add more subscribers to the premium online subscription.
In case you're really feeling super nostalgic, the classic GameCube controller is also making a comeback, with full wireless support to be used on the Switch 2 for these classic games. Welcome back, Wavebird.
Nintendo did not detail potential price changes for the service, so it may be the same as it is now, but more information is expected leading up to the console's launch on June 5.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:45 AM
We all kind of expected it, but it was still nice to actually see it in the end. During Nintendo's Switch 2-focused Direct presentation, we got a look at some of the games coming to the console, including Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. It's not quite a mainline entry; instead, it's another Warriors-style game developed in collaboration with Omega Force.
The trailer itself showed off the classic Warriors-style gameplay we all know and love. Most notably, however, it looks like Zelda herself will be the star of the game instead of Link, as most may have expected. Age of Imprisonment serves as a prequel of sorts to Tears of the Kingdom, and it's meant to take us through Zelda's story and the events leading up to the critically acclaimed open-world title.
If Age of Imprisonment is anything like its predecessors, you can expect fun hack-and-slash action combat, along with major upgrade trees for your characters and weapons. I'd be curious to see who makes the cut for the character roster too, aside from Zelda.
The first Hyrule Warriors originally released in 2014 before getting a port on Switch, and Age of Calamity released in 2020. The latter was a huge improvement over its predecessor, featuring even more complex combos and character development options.
Anyway, while Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment might not be the big TOTK follow-up fans may have been hoping for, it's still going to have a tie-in to the mainline story and that'll be exciting to see.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is set to release this winter. For more on the Nintendo Switch 2, check out the rest of our coverage right here on Destructoid, including our guide on how to pre-order the console.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:38 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been properly unveiled, with quite a few exciting games to look forward to. Here's how and where to pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 8. Good luck! You'll probably need it.
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When can you pre-order the Switch 2?
The Switch 2 has been confirmed for a June release date, and pre-orders will become available on April 8. That being said, you can already start bookmarking several retail sites to get ready for the bloodbath.
Pre-ordering the Switch 2 in the US
GameStop's pre-order page for the Switch 2 is already live, though you won't actually be able to get your pre-order in until April 8. If you're in North America, you can expect to get them from the usual suspects, as listed below.
Pre-ordering the Switch 2 in the UK
You can absolutely still pre-order your Switch from some U.S.-based retailers even if you're outside of the region, but do note that it'll likely cost you a bit more. For folks in the U.K., here the retailers to keep an eye on:
Nintendo Switch 2 release date and price
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be released on June 5. At launch, you'll have the option of getting either the console itself, or the Mario Kart World bundle which, as the name suggests, comes with the console and Mario Kart World.
The Nintendo Switch 2 will retail for $449 USD.
What to do if you can't get a pre-order?
Given how popular console releases have been in the past decade, don't be surprised if you're unable to secure a Switch 2 pre-order once those go live. Don't be disheartened, though; there are things you can do to give yourself a better shot when inventory gets restocked.
Here are a couple of things to consider:
If all else fails, you'll just need to play the waiting game. Eventually the consoles will get restocked, and it should become much easier to purchase a Switch 2. It'll just take a little bit more time.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:29 AM
It's not every day you see two Nintendo Directs in one week. While the March 27 Direct dove into the release dates of games like Shadow Labyrinth, two Patapon remakes, and the latest Story of Seasons game, this Direct is all about the Switch 2.
Let's face it: the hype surrounding the Switch 2 is comparable to GTA 6. Everyone knows it exists but wants to find as much information as possible to decide whether to buy it on day one or wait a while. Let's dive into the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct and everything it has in store.
Everything revealed during the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct
Nintendo Switch 2 release date
We have a release date for the Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch 2 will officially launch on June 5, 2025, alongside several new titles and Switch 1 games getting enhanced remakes for the new console.
Mario Kart World
Mario Kart World takes center stage as the first major reveal. While we caught glimpses of it during the Switch 2's first announcement trailer, this is the first time we have witnessed its gameplay and all 24 of its racers as focal points.
Mario Kart World's gameplay has multiple changes from previous games in the franchise, from weather changes on each map to costume changes and wall riding. It'll be released as a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title on June 5.
GameChat
The first key feature update for the Switch 2 is a Discord-like voice chat and screen-sharing system that can be used directly from your console. Using a "C" button on your joycons, you'll be able to join a voice chat with friends as long as you have a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Alongside GameChat, a Switch 2 Camera is launching the same day as the Switch 2, letting you show your face as you talk in GameChat. There's be a GameChat open access period until March 31, 2026, letting you trial the feature before deciding on a membership.
Nintendo Switch 2 hardware comparison
A major part of this Direct is comparing the Switch 2 to the original Nintendo Switch. Here are some of the key comparisons made during the presentation:
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
Alongside the Switch 2 is Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, a paid app that acts as a catch-all tutorial for the system. You'll learn more about its basic information and some secrets not revealed during this Direct. It also lets you test its controls to get a feel for how its joycons and controls work.
Super Mario Party Jamboree
Super Mario Party Jamboree's Nintendo Switch 2 edition will launch on July 24. While it score gameplay is the same, it'll feature mouse control support, audio recognition, and support for the Switch Camera. It'll also feature three new and updated modes: classic Mario Party, Bowser Live, and Carnival Coaster.
Anyone who already owns Super Mario Party Jamboree can purchase an upgrade pack to feature the Switch 2's upgraded edition.
Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Editions
Next on the list is Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Both games will feature enhanced resolution and framerate, HDR support to make everything look prettier and smoother, and a Zelda Notes feature to guide you through the game.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land Switch 2 Edition
Much like TOTK and BOTW, Kirby and the Forgotten Land's Switch 2 Edition will have overall enhanced graphics and framerate alongside a new storyline, Star-Crossed World, available exclusively for the new console.
Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Editions
Metroid Prime 4 Beyond will feature both Switch 1 and Switch 2 editions, letting you play traditionally using the Switch 1's controls or try out the latest console's mouse controls. It'll also feature a Quality and Performance Mode for smoother frames or higher-quality graphics.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Like Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Legends: Z-A will also feature Switch 1 and Switch 2 editions later this year. The Direct didn't reveal a specific release date but confirmed it'll launch later this year.
Drag x Drive
Drag x Drive is an upcoming game featuring wheelchair basketball. Using the Switch 2's two joycons as mice, you'll simultaneously control both sides of the chair as you traverse the arena, shoot the ball into the net, and compete against three other players to win. Drag x Drive will launch in Summer 2025.
Games coming to the Switch 2
There are multiple games getting Switch 2 ports later this year, as highlighted below:
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
It's official: a new Legend of Zelda game is coming out. Well, sort of. Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment acts as a prequel to Tears of the Kingdom, with Zelda herself taking center stage as its main character. It'll launch this Winter on the Switch 2.
Nintendo GameCube library
Yup, you heard that right. The Switch 2 is getting a GameCube game library as part of Nintendo Switch Online. It'll feature the following games:
Although these are the only three explicitly revealed, the Direct also displayed games like Fire Emblem Path of Radiance, Super Mario Sunshine and Pokémon XD Gate of Darkness as potential future additions to the library.
The Duskbloods
FromSoftware is back again with a new IP, The Duskbloods. This vampire-themed game will launch exclusively on the Switch 2 sometime in 2026, with no further dates revealed.
Kirby Air Riders
It's time for another Kirby game. Alongside Kirby and the Forgotten Lands' enchanced edition arriving on the Switch 2, we're also getting Kirby Air Riders as a continuation of Kirby Air Ride. No release date was given aside from it being a 2025 launch title.
Donkey Kong Bananza
Last but not least is Donkey Kong Bananza. This 3D platforming game in the Donkey Kong franchise will arrive on the Switch 2 on July 17.
That's it for everything shown during April 2's Nintendo Direct, including a ton of new info about the Switch 2 and its launch games. With all that said and down, you can now rewatch the March 27 Nintendo Direct to remember some of its biggest reveals that weren't captured here.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:28 AM
The Genshin Impact 5.5 update has released a bunch of new World Quests in Natlan's Atocpan and Ancient Sacred Mountain. Completing these quests will give you a ton of rewards and help you unlock several hidden locations on the map.
In this article, you can find all the new quests in Genshin Impact 5.5 and a guide on how to start them.
Genshin Impact 5.5 quest list
The Way Into the Mountain
The Way Into the Mountain is one of the first World Quests that you can do in version 5.5. To start the quest, teleport to the Statue of The Seven in Atocpan and head southwest toward the main Collective of Plenty village to find two nameless NPC kids. You can also use the quest marker on the map to track them. Next, talk to the kids to begin The Way Into the Mountain quest.
Investigators of Ancient Ruins
Investigators of Ancient Ruins is one of the two quests that you must finish to complete The Way Into the Mountain. Start by teleporting to the waypoint in Fallingstar Fields and turn around to find a few Hilichurls. This will automatically trigger the Investigators of Ancient Ruins quest.
A Brief History of Rocks
A Brief History of Rocks is the other quest that you must do to finish The Way Into the Mountain quest in Genshin Impact. To start the quest, go to the Remnants of Tetenanco and talk to the nameless NPC at the small camp near the teleport waypoint.
Nahuatzin's Leap
Nahuatzin's Leap is a part of the Path to the Flaming Peaks quest chain. You can unlock it after completing The Way Into the Mountain quest. Doing the Nahuatzin's Leap quest will also help you unlock the Skyfire Circlet.
The Frozen, Rekindling Land
Completing Nahuatzin's Leap will automatically trigger The Frozen, Rekindling Land quest in Genshin Impact. The latter is also the first part of the Chronicler of the Crumbling City quest chain. During the quest, you will unlock two more sub-quests:
You must complete these sub-quests to activate the Celestia Axis in the Sacred City to finish The Frozen, Rekindling Land quest. This will also help you unlock the Ancient Sacred Mountain map in Genshin Impact.
In Search of a Hidden Heart
In Search of a Hidden Heart is the second part of the Chronicler of the Crumbling City quest chain and is automatically unlocked after you complete The Frozen, Rekindling Land quest. In Search of a Hidden Heart also has several sub-quests that you must first finish before moving to the next quest in the chain:
Also read: Genshin Impact - Once, the Sacred Seat of Judgement quest walkthrough
As the Burning Sun Sears Shadows
As the Burning Sun Sears Shadows is the third part of the Chronicler of the Crumbling City quest chain and is unlocked after completing The End of the Road quest.
An Omen of Annihilation and the Final Entreaty
An Omen of Annihilation and the Final Entreaty is a long World Quest in the A Finale Emberforged chain and a sequel to As the Burning Sun Sears Shadows quest.
Is 'Intensity' Really the Key?
Is 'Intensity' Really the Key? is a hidden quest in Atocpan. To start, teleport to the waypoint southwest of Fallingstar Fields and head north towards the hot spring to look for an NPC named Ma'chah. Next, interact with him and heat the hot spring using Phlogiston spouts.
The Attack of the... Purple Tepetlisaurus?
The Attack of the... Purple Tepetlisaurus? is a hidden quest near the Remnants of Tetenanco. Start by teleporting to the waypoint southeast of the Statue of The Seven in Atocpan and head southwest to find an Abyssal monster attacking some NPCs. Approaching the mob will automatically trigger the quest.
Sing, Ho, For the Greatness of Fat!
Sing, Ho, For the Greatness of Fat! is another hidden quest in Genshin Impact 5.5. You can start by teleporting to the waypoint in Remnants of Tetenanco and heading south to find an NPC named Suriqui. Talking to her will trigger the Sing, Ho, For the Greatness of Fat! quest, and she will ask you to complete her challenge. Once that is done, return to this location after the daily reset to find another NPC and complete his challenge.
Someday, We All Must Walk Alone
Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest is the final quest that you can do with your Saurian companion. You can unlock it only after completing the following quests and activities related to your little companion:
Once've completed all the tasks, the Someday, We All Must Walk Alone quest will automatically appear on your quest tab.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:23 AM
The Nintendo Switch 2's hardware specs have been revealed as part of its presentation, and it's sounding like a big evolution of the original console.
The handheld version of the console will support up to 120 FPS and 1080p resolution, which is obviously a massive upgrade over the original, and even higher than the Steam Deck. It also features 3D audio support and improved speakers with clearer audio, and a built-in microphone.
The screen is unfortunately an LCD and not OLED, but it will support HDR. The JoyCons include bigger SL/SR buttons, larger sticks, and the long-rumored mouse-like controls. The Switch 2 console has two USB-C ports, 256GB base storage, and will be backwards compatible with Switch 1 games.
The new console gets serious when it's in docked mode. The new Nintendo Switch 2 dock will allow for upscaled resolution up to 4K and HDR, fan ventilation, and more, allowing for a more modern console experience than the Switch 1 offered.
New and existing games will be offered with Switch 2 versions to take care of the stronger hardware, offering higher resolution, frame rate, and mouse support, such as Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Super Mario Party Jamboree, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
More specific information about the Switch 2's hardware will be coming over time ahead of the console's launch on June 5, but there's enough here to get excited about the big improvements.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:23 AM
Ever since Nintendo teased the Switch 2, there's been a lot of speculation over the mysterious C button on the right Joy-Con. Well, we finally know what it is, and it ain't pretty.
As it turns out, the C button stands for Chat, and it allows you to access a new Game Chat feature on the Switch 2. By pressing it, you can hop into a chat with up to four other friends and play games together. This doesn't just apply to multiplayer games. During the Direct, we saw how players could also share their screens, allowing everyone to see what you're doing in-game at the same time.
The interface itself looks very similar to Discord's own server streaming feature, where multiple users can hop into a voice channel and share their screens simultaneously. It's worth noting, however, that the Direct footage absolutely did not do Game Chat any favors. The gameplay from the other players looked really choppy, likely because streaming your game to others on the Switch 2 requires a stable internet connection. And if you're doing it over Wi-Fi instead of a wired/LAN connection, the results probably aren't gonna be all that great.
For the concerned parents out there, rest assured that Game Chat will also come with parental controls. You can use the Nintendo Switch mobile app to control who you talk to on Game Chat, and you can set it such that the app will always require your permission before you actually start talking. Conversely, it's also possible to set permissions for specific users so you don't have to jump through the same hoops every time you want to hop into a Game Chat session with them.
Finally, Nintendo also announced a first-party microphone that you can connect to the top USB-C port for better mic and voice quality. In addition to that, the Switch 2's new Pro Controller will also come with the C button for easy access to Game Chat.
Overall, Game Chat is a great feature that helps the Switch 2 be a more social and multiplayer-friendly console. I'd probably stick with just voice chat and pass on the actual game streaming feature, though.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 9:03 AM
Here come the Blue Shells. Mario Kart is back, and it's officially a launch title for Nintendo's newest console, the Nintendo Switch 2. Say hello to Mario Kart World.
Nintendo kicked off its official Switch 2 presentation with a look at the new kart racer, which features 24 players in one race, rail grinding, wall jumping, costume changes, and a whole lot more all in one package.
There's also a battle royale-like mode and the same expansive cast of fun characters you'd expect from a Mario Kart game. There's several ways to play the game on top of the base racing experience, so it looks like a true evolution of the franchise.
Mario Kart World will also feature dynamic weather, times of day, and you will be able to drive "virtually anywhere" on the tracks, and free roam in solo or co-op play. One of the cooler-looking features, though, is the ability to drive right to the next track after a race to seamlessly continue the fun.
More about Mario Kart World will be detailed in another Nintendo Direct on April 17, but the confirmation of the game along with the fact that it will be a launch title for the new console is some exciting news for gamers everywhere.
Keep it tuned to Destructoid for more info on the Switch 2, Mario Kart World, and all of your gaming news.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:55 AM
Matador Monetoo is a puzzle mechanic that you can find while exploring Atocpan in Genshin Impact. It is similar to the regular Monetoo in Natlan, and completing their challenges will give you chest rewards.
This guide covers the location of all eight Matador Monetoo in Atocpan and explains how to complete their challenge.
All 8 Matador Monetoo locations in Atocpan
Matador Monetoo 1
Teleport to the waypoint southwest of the Stadium of the Sacred Flames and head southeast to find the first Matador Monetoo taunting a Tatankasaur. You can indwell the Saurian and charge at the Monetoo until it retreats to its graffiti on the rock. Next, charge at the rock one time to get a Common Chest, worth two Primogems.
Matador Monetoo 2
Use the teleport waypoint south of the Wayward Hermetic Spiritspeaker boss and head northwest to find a Matador Monetoo playing with a Tatankasaur near the pool. Indwell the Tatankasaur and chase after the Monetoo using the floating Phlogiston platforms. This will also help you get a Pyroculus. At any rate, keep charging at it until it retreats to the graffiti on the wooden fence to get an Exquisite Chest, worth five Primogems.
Matador Monetoo 3
Teleport to the waypoint east of the Statue of The Seven in Atocpan and pan your camera slightly to the left to find another Matador Monetoo near the cliff. Head over to its location and indwell the nearby Tatankasaur before charging at the Monetoo. However, be careful of your surroundings, as several large boulders will start dropping on you while you're chasing the Matador Monetoo.
Unlike other Matador Monetoo challenges, this one will take you to a floating platform instead of retreating to a graffiti. You will find a Pyroculus and an Exquisite Chest, worth five Primogems, at your destination.
Matador Monetoo 4
Stay in the Tatankasaur form and use the floating platform to get down before heading east to find a Matador Monetoo circling a red tortoise. Ignore the latter and charge at the Monetoo to get the Exquisite Chest reward.
Matador Monetoo 5
Teleport to the Statue of The Seven and head east to discover another Monetoo circling two Tatankasaurs. Indwell one of the Saurians and charge at the Matador until it retreats to the graffiti on the fence near the Statue. Completing this challenge can be slightly troublesome since this Matador Monetoo remains mid-air half the time.
Matador Monetoo 6
Use the southeastern waypoint in the Remnants of Tetenanco and head east to find a group of Saurian Warriors and a Matador Monetoo jumping around the rock. Go to the other side of the rock to find a Tatankasaur and indwell it before charging at the Monetoo. Chase after the creature until it reaches another large rock. Once again, several large boulders will start dropping on you, so be careful.
After you leap from the top of the rock, you will fall into the water, and the Saurian form will end. So you must return to the Saurian Warriors' camp and indwell the Tatankasaur again before chasing after the Matador Monetoo. Completing the challenge will give you a Precious Chest, worth 10 Primogems in Genshin Impact.
Matador Monetoo 7
Teleport to the waypoint southwest of the Remnants of Tetenacno and head south to find the mischievous creature taunting a Tatankasaur. Indwell the Saurian and charge at it. If you lose sight of the Monetoo while chasing it, head to the small island southeast of where you first found it. Next, destroy the Pulverite to reveal its graffiti before charging at it to get a Precious Chest, worth 10 Primogems.
Monetoo 8
Use the teleport waypoint in northwest Atocpan and head straight to find the last Matador Monetoo at the Hilichurl camp. Ignore all the enemies and charge at the creature to get a Common Chest, worth two Primogems.
That's all for the Atocpan Matador Monetoo locations guide. You can also check out the Matador Monetoo locations in the Ancient Sacred Mountain.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 8:39 AM
The annual Easter Eggstravaganza event has brought lots of festive fun to the village in Disney Dreamlight Valley. This includes an array of special rewards you can unlock by tackling various tasks around the valley.
All of the prizes featured in this event are exclusive, so the only way to unlock them is by working through the requirements to get them. There are a few unique unlockables worth acquiring if you're interested in new decorations for your village or an adorable companion you can have at your side. Here are all of the rewards you can earn in Disney Dreamlight Valley's Easter Eggstravaganza event.
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All Easter Eggstravaganza 2025 rewards and how to get them in Disney Dreamlight Valley
The Easter Eggstravaganza event in DDV has a total of 17 rewards you can earn, craft, or cook throughout the event. This includes fresh rewards for the 2025 installment, plus older rewards from past years of the event. Here are all of the available prizes and how to get each one.
How long are the Disney Dreamlight Valley Easter event rewards available?
The Easter Eggstravaganza event is live from April 2 to 22 in DDV, but you can technically get most of the rewards at any time as long as you have the resources to do so. Most rewards require you to have plenty of Easter Eggs gathered, so as long as you have them, the prizes can be crafted whenever you want.
Other duties, like Wall-E Loves Flowers, don't require any special event items at all, which makes them easy to complete even when it's over. It's certainly easiest to claim all prizes while the event is active to ensure you have enough resources to do so, but you also have the means to tackle them later as long as you have what you need. The Easter Eggstravaganza event is also annual, so it returns each year to give you more opportunities to claim all event rewards.
If you're wondering what to expect next after this event ends, you have the Alice in Wonderland update to look forward to. There's also plenty more in store for the year based on the 2025 roadmap, including more festive events to work on.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 7:52 AM
Schedule 1 allows you a lot of customization options when it comes to mixing base products with extra resources, and some of them sell for a lot of value.
While the number of base drugs is rather limited in early access, you can mix and match with other items and general products. All you need is a Mixing Station, and this guide will detail the best possible combinations to make with all variants of drugs available in Schedule 1.
Best Marijuana mixes in Schedule 1
While you get access to Weed quite early as it's the first type of drug you get to sell, the true mixing potential will require you to level up. There are four variants, and here are the four best mixes to make.
Best Meth mix in Schedule 1
Meth is the second drug you get access in Schedule 1, and it requires you to mix Pseudo with Acid and Phosphorus. You can further mix the product with more items to add effects and raise the value of the final product.
Best Cocaine mix in Schedule 1
Cocaine is the final drug to make in the game, and it requires the use of Gasoline with Coca leaves.
The valuation of the products will depend on your negotiating skills. Customers will pay more for items with a higher number of effects. Make sure to counter these combinations and make the highest profit possible.
How to mix recipes in Schedule 1?
To mix different recipes in Schedule 1, you'll need a Mixing Station, and mixers, along with the drug (which serves as the base material). You'll unlock Mixing Station as you level up. After placing it in a room, add the drug you want. Then, add a mixer you want to complete the process. You'll get back a drug of the same type, but the strain will be different.
A strain of any drug will increase its value when you add a mixer to it, as it unlocks additional effects. If you want to raise it's value, use that particular strain in the Mixing Station once again, and add another mixer (with a different effect). If you follow the recipes mentioned in the tables above, you'll unlock advanced strains with higher market price and sale value.
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Destructoid Wednesday, April 2, 2025 7:19 AM
Matador Monetoo in Genshin Impact is an exploration mechanic in Natlan's Ancient Sacred Mountain and a variant of the regular Monetoo. Completing their challenges will give you chest rewards.
This guide covers the location of all three Matador Monetoos in the Ancient Sacred Mountain and how to solve their puzzle challenges.
All Matador Monetoo locations in Ancient Sacred Mountain
Matador Monetoo 1
Open the Ancient Sacred Mountain map and teleport to the eastern island before heading north to find the first Matador Monetoo taunting a Tatankasaur. To complete the challenge, indwell the Tatankasaur, or use a Collective of Plenty character, and charge at the Matador Monetoo until it retreats to its graffiti on the broken arc.
Once that is done, charge at the graffiti to get a Common Chest and infuse Phlogiston in the nearby pillar. This will activate the Secret Source Servants, and they will carry the large cube block to the Secret Source Dragon Idol's body.
Matador Monetoo 2
Teleport to the nearest waypoint and head southwest to find another Matador Monetoo taunting a Tatankasaur. Indwell the Saurian and charge at the Monetoo until it retreats to the graffiti on the large block. Once that is done, charge at the block again to push it to complete the Secret Source Dragon Idol's body. This will give you a Common Chest and a Precious Chest.
Ride the Secret Source Dragon Idol
Climb the Secret Source Dragon Idol's head and interact with the Secret Source Servant. This will activate the Dragon Idol, and you must complete the journey to the Central Axis to get an Exquisite Chest, worth five Primogems in Genshin Impact.
Matador Monetoo 3
Use the teleport waypoint southeast of Ruined Armament Workshop in Dragons' Residence in the Ancient Sacred Mountain and head west to find a Matador Monetoo jumping around the broken bridge. Interact with the Tatankasaur Spiritscone and keep charging at the Matador Monetoo until it returns to its graffiti to get a Common Chest. Try to maintain a good speed when chasing the Monetoo to avoid falling into the lava pool.
Depending on your Matador Monetoo challenge progress in Atocpan, you may unlock the Votre Toast, Je Peux Vous Le Rendre achievement.
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WGB Wednesday, April 2, 2025 12:06 PM FromSoftware announces Duskbloods, a multiplayer game for up to 8 players launching in 2026 exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring unique characters and modern-day settings. |
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