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Kotaku Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:00 PM
    

This week we spent some time with the Marathon alpha and tell you what we loved and hated about Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter. We also found ourselves seduced by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, smitten with the new time-travel-themed point-and-click adventure Old Skies, and impressed with The Hundred Line, the new…

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:42 PM
     Hunters codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We clarified the latest Hunters code rewards and checked for any more.

What are the new Hunters codes? In the world of Hunters, you take on hordes of enemies and dangerous encounters in mystical dungeons to become king of the humans. Does that sound fun? These free Hunters codes can help you on your way, redeemable for crystals which can be used to spin for better gear and weapons for those tough battles.

Hunters is a new Roblox game and there are already redeemable Roblox codes to aid you on your adventure. If you're working your way through the best Roblox games, more freebies are available with our guides for Blox Fruits codes, Doors codes, King Legacy codes, and more.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:43 PM
     Azure Latch codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We're looking for new Azure Latch codes to smooth over the latest update delay.

What are the new Azure Latch codes? Becoming the ultimate egoist takes far more than a few fancy tricks, though it doesn't hurt to have Kaiser or Rin's playstyles in your locker. Of course, you'll need the cash to roll for them.

In Azure Latch, you take to the Blue Lock pitch and showcase your soccer game skills to become the cream of the Roblox crop. At first, you'll be another one of Ego's unpolished gems, but with sheer grit, determination, and a few handy codes, you'll make it as Japan's number-one striker.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:44 PM
     Volleyball Legends codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: Three new Volleyball Legends codes just arrived for UPD 16 and the start of Season 3.

What are the new Volleyball Legends codes? Taking to the volleyball court in this Roblox adventure will have you itching to get ahead of the competition. Inspired by the Haikyuu anime, you'll participate in volleyball matches in teams of six and compete to be the best.

This unofficial, fan-made Roblox game isn't strictly affiliated with Haikyuu, but the imagery and references to the manga series are plain to see. Unlike the latest Blox Fruits codes or Dress to Impress codes, Haikyuu Legends codes won't get you currency, but they can have a direct effect on your skill level in the game, so take note.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:47 PM
     Attack on Titan Revolution codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: There's a new AoTR code to use this weekend.

What are the new Attack on Titan Revolution codes? There are many anime games on Roblox based on One Piece and Dragon Ball, but we rarely get anything for the mega-popular Attack on Titan universe. This game aims to be a faithful action-packed adventure that takes inspiration from the aerial combat shown on the show, and with AoT Revolution codes to redeem for even more fun.

We've checked our guide and it's all ready to go with [update 2] Attack on Titan Revolution codes and the Halloween giveaways. And you can rest assured we'll do the same once UPD 3 finally arrives.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:49 PM
     Blox Fruits codes April 2025 - 2x exp, reset stats and more

April 26, 2025: We've had another good look across the seas for new Blox Fruits codes for the second weekend of the Gravity update release.

What are the new Blox Fruits codes? We've compiled a regularly updated list of all Roblox Blox Fruits codes to redeem in-game freebies like XP boosts, free Beli, and stat resets for your pirate adventures. Need a boost to take on the increasingly tricky competition? We've got you covered.

Blox Fruits is one of the biggest Roblox games ever, thanks to its fun, anime-inspired pirate action. That said, it can be challenging to find new free codes, so we've done the hard work and listed all the active Blox Fruits codes in 2025, including for Update 23, in one handy place below. Once you're up to date on the new Blox Fruits codes, consider checking out our ultimate Blox Fruits guide or our in-depth Blox Fruits tier list for the current meta.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:41 PM
     SpongeBob Tower Defense codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We have two new SpongeBob Tower Defense codes for the launch of UPD 17 - Rock Bottom.

What are the new SpongeBob Tower Defense codes? Bikini Bottom is in danger and only the sub-aquatic city's goofiest goobers can protect it. From SpongeGar to double Krabby Pattied-up Squidward, there's a wild cast of characters that can be called upon to aid the defense effort.

Of course, these iconic faces come at a cost, requiring you to cough up Gems and Magic Conches to partake in the Roblox game's gacha system. Fortunately, the SpongeBob Tower Defense codes often reward you with these precious materials, so load up Roblox, dive into Bikini Bottom, and use the following codes to keep it safe.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:46 PM
     Fisch codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We've baited our rods in the hopes of reeling in new Fisch codes for the Lego update.

What are the new Fisch codes? Promising the pinnacle of exploration and progression of what Roblox fishing experiences have to offer, Fisch gets even better when you use the latest working codes to get free rewards. After launching in early 2024, the Stardew-inspired fishing game by WoozyNate has seen millions of visits, meaning even more players just like you can benefit from the bonuses on offer.

Just like when using Fishing Simulator codes, getting extra items or currency will make the Roblox angling experience far easier since you'll be able to access or buy upgrades much faster. That's even the case when trying out Meme Sea codes too. This quick and easy Fisch guide will tell you about all the free rewards you can get so far.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:51 PM
     YBA codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We refreshed our grand search for new YBA codes.

What are the new YBA codes? Your Bizarre Adventure is an MMORPG that lets Roblox players use unique powers to brawl to their heart's content, and the rewards from using free codes only add to the fun.

Inspired by the hit JoJo's Bizarre Adventure manga and anime series, YBA lets Roblox fans live out their Stand-wielding dreams. Like when using the latest Type Soul codes or Fruit Battleground codes, free rewards in YBA can include epic items and power-ups to give you an edge as you play.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:45 PM
     Dress to Impress codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: Two new DTI codes are in for the Petals update.

What are the new Dress to Impress codes? Look no further if you want to strut your stuff on the catwalk with all the latest fashion accessories. The latest DTI codes grant you the hottest cosmetics to add to your ensemble and create a stunning new look, and it's as simple as entering a code or two.

As the name suggests, Dress to Impress is all about fashion, collecting new clothes, and trying out different styles. Unlike most Roblox games, these DTI codes permanently unlock a set of items to add to your wardrobe. If you're looking for extra freebies, we also have codes for some of the other best Roblox games such as Blox Fruits codes to help you get an edge on the competition. Alternatively, you can check out our list of Dress to Impress outfit ideas.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:43 PM
     Pets Go codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: Easter may be over, but we're still breaking eggs for new Pets Go codes.

What are the new Pets Go codes? This is the latest spinoff from BIG Games Pets' series of Pet-themed Roblox experiences. This one lets you fulfill your dreams of collecting cube-shaped critters. When codes for free items or boosts are thrown into the mix, though, the experience for Pets Go will get even better.

Just like when using Pet Simulator 99 codes or Pet Catchers codes, the opportunity to grab free rewards for Go should add even more fun to the pet-tapping RNG experience. For Roblox players searching for the latest Pets Go codes, this is the guide for you.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:48 PM
     Oblivion Remastered lockpicking explained

26/04/25 We have added information on a new way to get lockpicks in the game.

How does Oblivion Remastered lockpicking work? The lockpicking minigame from Oblivion was always a polarizing subject, with some players saying it was too finicky and others insisting that it was just right. Lockpicking is an important skill to master in Oblivion Remastered, as many of the RPG's secrets are behind closed (and locked, obviously) doors.

With Oblivion Remastered stealthily dropping in our laps, players have had to quickly re-learn skills they may not have used for quite some time, one of which being that a particular flick of the wrist and distinctive clunk sound that accompanies the cracking of a lock, or in some cases, the maddening snap of a broken lockpick. Here are some tips for lockpicking in the RPG, and where you can find yourself some new picks if the need arises.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:40 PM
     Oblivion Remastered console commands and cheats

26/04/25 We've updated the information below with some helpful item IDs to use in your console commands.

Want the most useful Oblivion Remastered console commands? Become the most powerful being Cyrodiil has ever seen by using Oblivion Remastered console commands to cheat your way to the top. Once you open up the console, you can free yourself from the game's limitations to become the person you were always meant to be.

You could easily spend hundreds of hours going through the entire Oblivion Remastered quest list, upgrading your skills, and reaching the level cap. However, if you want to save some time, console commands can make your RPG journey much easier. Pair these console commands with our list of the best Oblivion Remastered mods to take your game to new heights.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:42 PM
     Blue Lock Rivals codes April 2025

April 26, 2025: We've added new Blue Lock Rivals codes for the release of the Monster Bachira Style and Flow update.

What are the new Blue Lock Rivals codes? While your metavision may let you play the perfect pinpoint pass, you'll need a little extra assistance perceiving all the freebies the Roblox game offers.

Blue Lock Rivals throws you into world soccer's biggest pressure cooker, putting your skills to the test as you channel the playstyles of the hit series' biggest hitters on the field. You'll need to be on your A-game to succeed in this Roblox experience. Read on to find out the anime game's latest codes and how to redeem them.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:08 PM
     The magnificent Riven remake has been given new life with a major visual upgrade

Videogames wouldn't be what they are today without Myst and Riven. Both of these classic puzzle games helped define the PC as the home of delightful, intelligent, and challenging experiences that reached beyond the screen and followed you wherever you went. Just like how we wouldn't have the modern FPS without Doom, we wouldn't have esoteric games without Riven. Now, almost a year after Cyan Worlds brought us back with the Riven remake, it's overhauled the gorgeous experience to look and play better than ever.

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PCGamesN Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:39 AM
     Dark Souls 2 Seamless Co-op is on the way, and it'll revamp the splitting RPG

I'm always happy to revisit Dark Souls 2. It's definitely the black sheep of Fromsoftware's oeuvre, but its penchant for off-kilter design decisions keeps me coming back. The abundance of life gems, nonsensical level layouts, and adaptability stat are just some of the bizarre choices that make DS2 unlike anything else. If you've never played it, then, or fancy diving back into the kingdom of Drangleic for another round, now's the perfect time. One of the most prolific modders in the soulslike community has set their eyes on Dark Souls 2, and they're about to change the game forever.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, April 26, 2025 5:56 PM
    

There isn't a huge list of things that'll immediately sell me on your game, but there is one that'll draw me in without fail pretty much every single time: you can drive around in a kei truck. Now, admittedly, there are very few games where you can actually do this, the delightful Promise Mascot Agency being the most recent one. There's the yet to be released Honcho from the devs behind Landlord's Super and Jalopy, you can bet your bottom dollar I'll be playing that one. And now, there's Easy Delivery Co., a game with a kei truck that isn't exactly what it says on the tin.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, April 26, 2025 4:32 PM
    

I'm sure like me, some of you would really like another Nier game. A Nier 3, if you will, except I won't, because it already came out and it was called Nier Reincarnation. Unfortunately it was also a free-to-play mobile game, and as most mobile games are destined for, it shut down last year rendering it completely unplayable. Nier celebrated its 15th anniversary this year, so far with no big announcements, though there is a new website that's slowly sharing bits of a special novel. And curiously enough, it appears to be teasing something Nier Reincarnation related.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, April 26, 2025 3:08 PM
    

I think to properly convey my severe dislike of always online games I'd probably need more space and time than what an average RPS news article provides, but I'll try to contain myself on this one. You see, EA's just started up this new thing it calls The Grind (like what you do on a skateboard, get it?), which they describe as their "platform to talk directly to you, the community." The first volume had quite a few questions from expectant skaters about the upcoming Skate reboot, one of the first being whether or not it'll have an offline mode. Can you already guess from my tone so far that it won't?

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:56 PM
    

The thing about computers is that they're just really annoying, actually. They're massively complicated, constantly changing machines, and despite the fact the hardware is technically better now, they can sometimes struggle to run older games because of… reasons. Those reasons often being software issues I won't even attempt to understand. So, it always brings a smile to my face when I see another game back from the dead through the efforts of GOG's preservation program, the most recent entry being the classic Capcom JRPG Breath of Fire 4.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:01 PM
    

Earlier this month Nacon did something unthinkable, completely unpredictable with Dune: Awakeningthey delayed it. Alright, fine, generally the opposite is true for big games these days, but it did come down to the wire in the greater scheme of things as it was due out this coming May 20th. Now the MMO is slated to be released on June 10th (or June 5th for those with early access), just three weeks extra. That "meh" news did come with some "oh that's cool" news though, as a large-scale beta was promised. Now, following a snazzy new story trailer, a date for said beta has been set!

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Twinfinite Saturday, April 26, 2025 11:53 AM
    
Free in-game Cash? That's what the Arise Crossover codes are here for.

Siliconera Saturday, April 26, 2025 3:00 PM
    

The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor Volume 5 Shows Jill's Strength

When it comes to The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor, it might seem a bit off-putting for a pre-teen to be the influential heroine who will save the day. Even with ensuing volumes of the manga making clear what kind of person she is. You really need a lot of evidence through clear situations to make the case. With volume 5 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor, the manga provides a lot of prime examples of how important, valuable, and strong Jill is due to both her innate abilities, hard work, and knowledge of her past life.

Editor's Note: There are some spoilers for volume 5 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga below.

At the very start of volume 5 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor, we're already in a position where Sarasa Nagase uses the manga to highlight how capable and responsible is. Because Hadis is in hiding, Jill is in-training in disguise alongside Camila and Zeke with Princess Elentzia and her Dragon Knights. She's setting herself up as a cadet and, because of Elentzia's dragon attacking her, is taking advantage of the fact that it seems like she has no affinity with dragons. So from the start, we see how she's being depended upon to gather information, assess situations, and prepare when Hadis needs to be in hiding as a result of the false Dragon Emperor's actions. 

This also means we get a great example of Jill using her knowledge of the past to assist with her strategies in the future. Back in the original timeline, her fiance Prince Gerald basically spied on her throughout her school years and life via his ally, friend, and minion Lawrence Marton. Lawrence appears to be quite friendly. Jill only realized exactly what he had been capable of and doing for years after Gerald's betrayal and her death. So now when she meets her as a Dragon Knight cadet, she immediately acts in a way that gets in the way of his plans, keeps him from sowing doubt, and allows her to perhaps mitigate some possible damage. (It's not the only way her past helps her potential future in this volume, so keep your eyes open!)

Jill's instincts and intuition are on full display in volume 5 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga too. When observing Hadis' siblings Elentzia and Risteard, she's able to pretty accurately discern their character. It's especially impressive with Risteard, since there are time when he says something or gets so worked up that it could seem villainous. But no, she assesses them as well as she did people like Hadis, Camila, Zeke, and Lawrence.

Finally, we see Jill's straight-up combat prowess. At a point in this volume, she needs to use force to get her point across. First, she knows the right time to get serious. Then, she's good at making use of her capabilities to get things done. More importantly, she even adjusts for her own shortcomings. It's great to see how she handles herself.

I absolutely love when the story in The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor shows how practical Jill's knowledge of her past life can be alongside her general strength and intelligence, and volume 5 of the manga includes multiple examples of how capable she is. We get a sense of her intuition when she observes a potential enemy and Hadis' siblings. We note how dragons react to her. We see her skill with the blade. She also makes good use of what she knows happened in the previous timeline to keep history from repeating. It really showcases what a strong heroine she is.

Volume 5 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor is available now, and Yen Press will release volume 6 of the manga on September 23, 2025. An anime is available, and it is streaming on Crunchyroll.

The post The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor Volume 5 Shows Jill's Strength appeared first on Siliconera.


Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 4:02 PM
    

Sequence of solitude in genshin impact

Sequence of Solitude is a new 4-star Bow in Genshin Impact that you can obtain from the Whirling Waltz event in version 5.6. Thanks to the beta leaks, we already have info on the weapon's stats and materials required to level it up.

You can find all the details about the new Sequence of Solitude and the best character who can use it in Genshin Impact.

Sequence of solitude stats and materials in Genshin Impact leaked

Stats and effects

Below are all the stats and effects of the Sequence of Solitude at level 90 R5 in Genshin Impact, per the beta leaks via Hakushi.in:

  • Base ATK - 510
  • Second stat - 41.3% HP
  • Effect: When the equipping character's attack hits an enemy, it deals an AoE DMG equal to 80% of the character's Max HP at the target enemy's location. This effect can be triggered once every 15 seconds.

Sequence of Solitude has a low Base ATK, which shouldn't be surprising since it is a 4-star weapon. Meanwhile, its second stat has a huge HP% bonus, so the number of characters who can use it is very limited. Furthermore, the Sequence of Solitude's passive effect lets the equipping unit deal an AoE DMG once every 15 seconds, which isn't great for a DPS unit.

Materials

Listed below are all the materials you will need to farm to level up Sequence of Solitude in Genshin Impact:

  • Fragment of an Ancient Chord x3
  • Chapter of an Ancient Chord x9
  • Movement of an Ancient Chord x9
  • Echo of an Ancient Chord x4
  • Cold-Cracked Shellshard x15
  • Warm Back-Shell x18
  • Blazing Prismshell x27
  • Meshing Gear x10
  • Mechanical Spur Gear x15
  • Artificed Dynamic Gear x18

You can obtain the Gear drops by defeating the Clockwork Meka enemies in Fontaine. Meanwhile, the Cold-Cracked Shellshard, Warm Back-Shell, and Blazing Primshell can be obtained by defeating the Furnace Shell Mountain Weasels in Natlan.

Lastly, the Ancient Chords are weapon ascension materials that you can only obtain from the Echoes of the Deep Tides domain on Monday, Thursday, and Sunday.

Best characters for the Sequence of Solitude

diona and sigewinne are the best characters for sequence of solitude in genshin impact
Image via HoYoverse

Diona and Sigewinne are the best characters who can use the Sequence of Solitude. Both are pretty decent healers who scale with HP, so the new 4-star Bow can be a good F2P option. Since Diona can also provide a shield that absorbs DMG based on her Max HP, the high HP bonus from the weapon's second stat will increase the team's survivability rate as well.

While Diona and Sigewinne aren't known for dealing good damage, the Sequence of Solitude's passive allows them to deal an AoE DMG once every 15 seconds, so it can be a nice bonus for them.

You can also give the new 4-star event Bow to Yelan since she's also an HP scaling unit. It won't be her best weapon, but it can work as an F2P option.

The post Genshin Impact Sequence of Solitude stats, materials, and best characters, as per leaks appeared first on Destructoid.


Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 3:54 PM
    

The Emperor from the original game and the remaster

With the announcement of Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion's remaster, Bethesda noted that there were voice lines added to the new game. They didn't revoice the whole thing, because how could you possibly replace Sir Patrick Stewart as Emperor Uriel Septim? The additional voice actors help to break things up.

One of the original game's constraints in 2006 was memory. The sheer amount of voice files meant they didn't have room for as many unique voices as they wanted. Now, every race has a unique voice actor to help keep it all fresh.

That said, they did make sure to retain a lot of the charm of the original. Oblivion has been memed on for almost 20 years now. They were keenly aware that getting rid of some of the sillier voice acting would be more of a detriment than not for most fans.

Here's a list of everyone and who they voice in the original and the new game.

The original Oblivion voice cast

An emporer stands in his throne room, looking out a window.
Screenshot by Destructoid

As far as we know, nobody returned to do new voice lines.

  • Sir Patrick Stewart - Emperor Uriel Septim VII
  • Sean Bean - Martin Septim
  • Lynda Carter (Yes, the original Wonder Woman) - Female Nords and Orcs
  • Terence Stamp - Mankar Camoran
  • Jonathan Bryce - Molag Bal, Hircine, Male Argonians, Khajits, Nords, Orcs
  • Ralph Cosham - Male Bretons
  • Catherine Flye - Nocturnal, Female Bretons and Imperials
  • Gayle Jessup - Female Redguards
  • Wes Johnson - Pelinal Whitesnake, Arena Announcer, Sheogorath, Dremora, Male Imperials, Malacath
  • Linda Canyon - Azura, Female Altmers, Bosmers, Dunmers
  • Elizabeth Noone - Mephala, Female Argonians and Khajits
  • Michael Mack - Male Redguards
  • Craig Sechler - Barbas, Sheogorath (before the Shimmering Isles expansion), Male Dummers, Altmers, Bosmers, Golden Saints, and Dark Seducers
  • Jeff Baker - Haskill
  • Bari Biern - Female Golden Saints, Dark Seducers
  • Betsy Ames - Additional voices
  • Emil Pagliarulo - Additional voices

The additional cast for Oblivion Remastered

Many of these new voice actors have been working with Bethesda on recent games like Starfield and Elder Scrolls Online. It's likely they recorded these lines around the same time.

  • Tim Blaney - Argonian Males
  • Jan Johns - Breton Females
  • Keith Szarabajka - Dark Elf Males
  • Cindy Robinson - Dark Elf Females
  • Debra Wilson - Dremora and Orc Females
  • Ellen Dubin - Imperial Females
  • Nana Visitor - Imperial Females
  • Jon Curry - Imperial Males
  • Rebecca Riedy - Khajit Females
  • Andre Sogliuzzo - Khajit Males
  • Renee Victor - Khajit Females
  • Michael Gough - Nord Males
  • Noah Nelson - Orc Males
  • Tommie Earl Jenkins - Orc Males
  • Jason Marsden - Wood Elf Males
  • Phillip Reich - Wood Elf Males
  • Colleen Delany - Wood Elf Females

The post All Oblivion Remastered new and original voice actors appeared first on Destructoid.


Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 3:46 PM
    

BitLife Hot Wet Summer challenge

Unlike real life, BitLife has no seasons since each age-up is a six-month or one-year skip. However, that doesn't mean we can't have some fun seasonal challenges, with Hot Wet Summer being one of many examples.

BitLife Hot Wet Summer challenge guide

BitLife's Hot Wet Summer challenge has five tasks to complete:

  • Be born in Brazil
  • Become a lifeguard
  • Become a Water Slide Tester
  • Become a famous Adult Film Star
  • Push someone off a cliff

There are quite a few twists and turns during this challenge. While becoming a lifeguard and water slide tester is simple, the last two tasks are tricky. Nonetheless, you won't need any expansions or special career packs for them, as they're almost entirely luck-based.

Be born in Brazil

Your first task of BitLife's Hot Wet Summer challenge is to be born in Brazil. You can pick whichever place in Brazil and gender you wish to use as long as Brazil is your birth country. You can also emigrate at any point, but this isn't required for the challenge.

Although you don't need a specific Looks stat at the beginning for this challenge, having high stats will help you with the fourth task later on. Try to make a character with high Looks; we can raise it slightly later, but avoiding plastic surgery minimizes the risk of a botched procedure messing with your chances of becoming a famous film star. Until then, let's focus on two other jobs.

Become a lifeguard

BitLife Lifeguard job
Screenshot by Destructoid

Unlike the other two jobs on our list, becoming a lifeguard doesn't require aging up to 18 and finding a full-time job. Instead, once your character becomes a teenager and unlocks part-time work, age up and check the part-time job list, aging up as needed until you find a Lifeguard position. It'll appear with an "SOS" emoji next to its name.

Become a Water Slide Tester

The first full-time position on our list is a Water Slide Tester. Head into your full-time job list and scroll to the bottom until you see this position. If you don't see it right away, close and reopen your BitLife app or age up. It'll appear with a blue bikini icon next to its name.

BitLife Water Slide Tester job
Screenshot by Destructoid

While a part-time lifeguard position doesn't require an interview, becoming a full-time Water Slide Tester does. Apply for the position and pass the interview to land the job, letting you complete this challenge's third task.

Become a famous Film Star

Although I won't elaborate on what, exactly, this entails, let's just say you won't need the Actor career pack for this. Instead, head into your full-time job listings and refresh your options by aging up or closing and reopening the app. Your goal is to find any option related to BitLife's adult film industry, ideally, one related to acting or camera work, before applying. Doing this narrows your results, making it easier to become a film star.

Once you find a film star role, apply and pass the interview to land the job. From here, it's just a matter of aging up, working hard, and putting in extra hours until your character becomes famous. The duration of time required varies, but it shouldn't take longer than a few in-game years. Alternatively, you can use the Hollywood Star to make it instant.

Push someone off a cliff

Yep, this challenge takes a wild turn. For this last task, head into Activities, Crime, and Murder. Your victim choice is up to you, but you'll have higher odds of succeeding if you pick someone randomly. The important part is picking Push off Cliff as your method. If you don't see it right away, close and reopen the Murder menu.

BitLife push off cliff method
Screenshot by Destructoid

If you have the Assassin's Blade, you can finish this attempt without fail. Otherwise, there's a chance the victim will retaliate, killing your character. Unfortunately, this means you'll have to start from the beginning or use BitLife's Time Machine mechanic to go back in time. You may also get caught by the police, but this doesn't matter as long as the attempt is successful.

Once you take on all three jobs and toss someone off a cliff, you'll complete BitLife's Hot Wet Summer challenge, rewarding you with a cosmetic prize.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 3:06 PM
    

escoffier signature weapon - Symphonist of Scents in genshin impact

Symphonist of Scents is a 5-star Polearm and Escoffier's signature weapon in Genshin Impact. It will be available on the banner during the first phase of version 5.6, and its stats and materials have already been leaked.

In this article, you can find more details about Symphonist of Scents and the best characters who can use it to help you decide whether or not you should get the weapon.

Symphonist of Scents stats and materials leaked

Stats and effects

Here are all the stats and passive effects of Symphonist of Scents at level 90 R1 in Genshin Impact, as per beta leaks via Honey Impact:

  • Base ATK - 608
  • Second stat - 66.2% CRIT DMG
  • Effect - The equipping character's ATK is increased by 12%. Furthermore, when the wielder is off-field, they gain an additional 12% ATK boost. After the character heals, the entire party obtains the "Sweet Echoes" effect, which increases their ATK by 32% for 3s. This effect can be triggered even if the equipping character is off-field.

Symphonist of Scents has a nice Base ATK, and its second stat gives a nice CRIT DMG bonus. This alone makes Escoffier's signature weapon a good stat stick on almost all the Polearm characters in Genshin Impact. Additionally, the weapon's passive effects provide a ton of ATK. However, one-third of the effects can only be triggered after the character equipping the weapon heals someone.

Materials

level up materials for Symphonist of Scents
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You can farm the following items to level up Escoffier's signature weapon:

  • Dross of Pure Sacred Dewdrop x5
  • Sublimation of Pure Sacred Dewdrop x14
  • Spring of Pure Sacred Dewdrop x14
  • Essence of Pure Sacred Dewdrop x6
  • Drop of Tainted Water x23
  • Scoop of Tainted Water x27
  • Newborn Tainted Hydro Phantasm x41
  • Trans­ocean­ic Pearl x15
  • Trans­ocean­ic Chunk x23
  • Xeno­chrom­at­ic Cryst­al x27

The Sacred Dewdrops are weapon ascension materials that can be farmed in Fontaine's Echoes of the Deep Tides domain on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. For the Drop of Tainted Water, the Scoop of Tainted Water, and the Newbow Tainted Hydro Phantasm, you can defeat the Tainted Water-Spouting Phantasm and Tainted Water-Splitting Phantasm.

Lastly, you can farm the Trans­ocean­ic Pearl, Trans­ocean­ic Chunk, and Xeno­chrom­at­ic Cryst­al by defeating the Fontemer Aberrants in Fontaine, such as Armored Crab, Ball Octopus, Blubberbeast, and Hunter's Ray.

Best characters for Symphonist of Scents

escoffier is the best character for Symphonist of Scents in genshin impact
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Escoffier is naturally the best character who can use Symphonist of Scents in Genshin Impact since it is her signature weapon. The 5-star Polearm gives her everything she needs to get the best out of her abilities. The CRIT DMG bonus increases Escoffier's off-field damage output, and the load of ATK boost increases her healing.

Besides Escoffier, here is a small list of characters who can also use the Symphonist of Scents:

  • Iansan
  • Xiangling
  • Xiao
  • Shenhe
  • Mika
  • Cyno
  • Arlecchino

Iansan is another good character who can use Escoffier's signature weapon since she can also provide healing and benefit from the ATK bonuses. Additionally, the CRIT DMG bonus makes Symphonist of Scents a great stat stick, so most DPS units that scale with ATK can use it.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:58 PM
    

Lune with her Lunerim in Clair Obscur Expedition 33

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 has a total of six characters that can join your party, each having their own sets of weapons to choose from.

The variety of weapons is huge in this game, and here's everything you need to know about them for all playable characters.

All Gustave and Verso weapons

Gustave bun haircut
Screenshot by Destructoid

Verso, who joins at the end of Act 1, shares the same set of weapons as Gustave. Check the table below to find their names along with their Elements, Power, and Scaling:

Weapon Name Element Power Attributes
Abysseram Physical 3228 Vitality, Defense
Blodam Light 3487 Defense, Agility
Chevalam Physical 3067 Agility, Luck
Confuso Light 741 Agility, Luck
Contorso Lightning 2841 Defense, Agility
Corpeso Fire 3648 Vitality, Agility
Cruleram Ice 3454 Defense, Luck
Cultam Dark 3132 Defense, Agility
Delaram Light 3390 Vitality, Luck
Demonam Light 2809 Defense, Agility
Dreameso Physical 3067 Agility, Luck
Dualiso Lightning 1776 Vitality, Defense
Gaulteram Earth 3261 Agility, Luck
Glaceso Ice 2873 Defense, Luck
Lanceram Physical 3713 Vitality, Agility
Liteso Physical 3551 Defense, Agility
Noahram Physical 2260 Vitality
Nosaram Physical 3551 Agility, Luck
Sakaram Physical 2938 Agility, Luck
Seeram Light 3713 Vitality, Agility
Simoso Light 3228 Vitality, Agility
Sireso Physical 2583 Vitality, Agility
Tireso Earth 3713 Vitality, Defense
Verleso Physical 3454 Vitality

All Lune weapons

Check the table below to find all weapons for Lune along with their Elements, Power, and Scaling:

Weapon Name Element Power Attributes
Angerim Fire 3923 Defense, Luck
Benisim Earth 2744 Vitality, Defense
Betelim Earth 3228 Vitality, Agility
Braselim Fire 3390 Vitality, Luck
Chapelim Earth 3164 Defense, Agility
Choralim Fire 3551 Defense, Agility
Colim Light 2583 Defense, Agility
Coralim Ice 2744 Vitality, Defense
Deminerim Lightning 2744 Agility, Luck
Elerim Earth 3551 Vitality, Defense
Kralim Lightning 3390 Vitality, Agility
Lighterim Fire 2744 Defense, Agility
Lithelim Void 3099 Vitality
Lunerim Fire 2421 Vitality, Luck
Painerim Earth 2744 Vitality, Luck
Potierim Ice 2906 Defense, Agility
Redalim Ice 2583 Defense, Agility
Saperim Lightning 3067 Defense, Luck
Scaverim Dark 4197 Vitality, Agility
Snowim Ice 3874 Vitality, Agility
Trebuchim Lightning 3067 Vitality, Luck
Troubadim Physical 3067 Vitality, Defense

All Maelle weapons

Check the table below to find all Maelle's weapons along with their Elements, Power, and Scaling:

Weapon Element Power Attributes
Barrier Breaker Void 3616 Defense, Agility
Battlum Physical 3067 Defense, Luck
Brulerum Fire 2744 Agility, Luck
Chalium Light 3422 Vitality, Agility
Chantenum Fire 2841 Agility, Luck
Clierum Lightning 3196 Defense, Agility
Coldum Ice 2583 Vitality, Defense
Duenum Physical 2421 Defense, Agility
Facesum Physical 3519 Vitality, Luck
Glaisum Physical 3713 Defense, Agility
Jarum Physical 2583 Defense, Luck
Lithum Void 3228 Agility, Luck
Maellum Physical 3228 Vitality
Medalum Physical 2906 Defense, Agility
Melarum Physical 3584 Vitality, Luck
Plenum Ice 3035 Defense, Luck
Seashellum Fire 3003 Defense, Agility
Sekarum Physical 3390 Vitality, Agility
Stalum Fire 3228 Defense, Luck
Tissenum Earth 3874 Vitality, Agility
Veremum Physical 3293 Vitality, Luck
Volesterum Physical 3293 Vitality, Agility
Yeverum Physical 3358 Defense, Agility

an image of Sciel in lair obscur expedition 33
Image by Kepler Interactive

All Sciel weapons

Check the table below to find all Sciel's weapons along with their Elements, Power, and Scaling:

Weapon Name Element Power Attributes
Algueron Ice 3228 Vitality, Luck
Blizzon Ice 4197 Luck
Bourgelon Light 3099 Vitality, Agility
Charnon Void 2970 Defense, Luck
Chation Dark 3551 Vitality, Luck
Corderon Dark 2744 Defense, Luck
Direton Earth 4035 Defense, Agility
Garganon Fire 3132 Vitality, Defense
Gobluson Fire 3358 Defense, Agility
Guleson Lightning 3132 Agility, Luck
Hevasson Physical 3454 Vitality, Defense
Litheson Physical 2809 Agility, Luck
Lusteson Dark 3422 Vitality, Agility
Martenon Earth 3874 Vitality, Agility
Minason Physical 2809 Vitality, Luck
Moisson Physical 3325 Agility, Luck
Ramasson Physical 3519 Vitality, Luck
Rangeson Dark 3132 Defense, Agility
Sadon Light 2583 Defense, Agility
Scieleson Physical 3454 Agility, Luck
Tisseron Lightning 3067 Defense, Agility

All Monoco weapons

Check the table below to find all Monoco's weapons along with their Elements, Power, and Scaling:

Weapon Name Element Power Attributes
Ballaro Light 3067 Defense, Agility
Boucharo Fire 3228 Agility, Luck
Brumaro Physical 3390 Vitality, Agility
Chromaro Ice 3390 Defense, Agility
Fragaro Lightning 4197 Defense, Luck
Grandaro Earth 3551 Vitality, Defense
Joyaro Lightning 3713 Defense, Agility
Monocaro Physical 2744 Agility, Luck
Nusaro Dark 4197 Vitality, Agility
Sidaro Dark 3035 Might, Luck
Urnaro Earth 3422 Vitality, Luck

Now that you know everything about the weapons of all characters, take a look at our explainer of all Attributes in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:32 PM
    

One of the best players to use in EA FC 25 O Monstro Evolution

The O Monstro Evolution is available in EA FC 25 for those who want to upgrade one of their defensive items in Ultimate Team.

The latest evolution isn't available for free, and you'll need to spend 100,000 coins. In return, your selected card will get a new overall boost, stat upgrades, roles, playstyles, and more. This guide will help you make the best decision possible in terms of which cards to use.

EA FC 25 O Monstro Evolution requirements

Here are the requirements of the O Monstro Evolution in EA FC 25.

  • Overall Max. 90
  • Position CB
  • Max PS 9
  • Max PS+ 3
  • Pace Max. 86
  • Defending Max. 91
  • Physicality Max. 90

EA FC 25 O Monstro Evolution upgrades

There are four levels of upgrades, and here are the requirements.

Level 1 upgrades

  • RarityIn-Progress Evolution
  • PlayStyleAerial (^9)
  • Overall+2 (^92)
  • Physicality+3 (^90)
  • Pace+4 (^87)
  • Passing+4 (^88)

Level 2 upgrades

  • PlayStyle+Aerial (^3)
  • PlayStyleJockey (^9)
  • Overall+2 (^92)
  • Dribbling+2 (^84)
  • Defending+4 (^92)
  • Physicality+4 (^90)
  • Passing+8 (^88)

Level 3 upgrades

  • PlayStyle+Jockey (^3)
  • PlayStylePinged Pass (^9)
  • PlayStyleQuick Step (^9)
  • Overall+2 (^92)
  • Dribbling+2 (^84)
  • Pace+4 (^87)
  • Defending+4 (^92)

Level 4 upgrades

  • RarityTOTS Evolution
  • Role++CB Defender++
  • PlayStyle+Quick Step (^3)
  • Overall+2 (^92)
  • Pace+4 (^87)
  • Passing+4 (^88)
  • Defending+5 (^92)

Level 1 upgrade conditions

  • Play two matches in any mode using your active EVO player in game.

Level 2 upgrade conditions

  • Play two matches in any mode using your active EVO player in game.

Level 3 upgrade conditions

  • Play three matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Level 4 upgrade conditions

  • Play two matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.
  • Win one match in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Best players to use in the O Monstro Evolution

Here are some of the best players to use in this evolution. There are more than 100,000 cards to choose from.

  • William Saliba Thunderstruck
  • Virgil Van Djik
  • Ronald Araujo TOTW
  • Jonathan Tah NumeroFUT
  • Rio Ferdinand Base Icon
  • Cristian Romero RTTK
  • Nico Schlotterbeck Bundesliga POTM
  • Nemanja Vidic Winter Wildcards

While these are all great options, make sure to check your club for any potential contenders, including evo chains.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:09 PM
    

Disney Dreamlight Valley Alice

I've seen tons of funny moments during my 800 hours playing Disney Dreamlight Valley. With its Alice in Wonderland update officially out, I expected some fever-dream-like moments, especially thinking about that scene from the original movie. What I wasn't expecting was a tiny, teapot-dwelling Alice to appear.

When you first unlock and enter Alice's realm, everything looks as normal as you'd expect in an Alice in Wonderland world. Sure, there are weird things everywhere, but you can at least make sense of them. Well, mostly. It isn't until you get to Alice's third friendship quest that you see a hilarious—albeit sad—moment of a tiny Alice hiding in a teapot within her own home.

Teapot Alice in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Screenshot by Destructoid

In the quest's context, this is initially a funny moment that turns sad once you realize why she's in this teapot. The mission starts with Alice being excessively happy, turning this moment into an unexpected twist that your character isn't used to navigating. Until that realization hits, however, this tiny teapot and Alice combo can make just about anyone chuckle for a few minutes.

Imagine if this was a furniture item you could place in your house. It'd be a little messed up, but at least it'd also be funny. Maybe we'll get a variation of it one day that doesn't involve Alice herself sitting inside the teapot. You can even give her ice cream, which makes this even cuter and stranger despite her circumstances.

Disney Dreamlight Valley Alice in a tiny teapot with ice cream
She even has some ice cream to eat. | Screenshot by Destructoid

The Alice in Wonderland update, in general, is bizarre. Its introductory quest starts unlike any other before it, with a rabbit hopping around your village and leading you right to the realm's secret entrance. From there, you're met with singing flowers, pencil-headed birds, and tiny flowers that can magically transform into patterns on the floor. That's not even mentioning the Cheshire Cat's magic, which makes for wacky antics throughout the Alice realm's entire storyline.

Although it takes a while to find Alice and her tiny teapot, the story leading up to it is some of the strangest I've ever witnessed. Sure, it isn't as lengthy and comprehensive as previous adventures in the Aladdin or Mulan realms. Despite that, it does include some interesting gameplay mechanics that prove just how different Alice in Wonderland is from other Disney works.

With all that said, a tiny Alice in a teapot is still one of the funniest things I've seen in Disney Dreamlight Valley recently, and I hope we see a lot more of this in future updates. You'll have to finish the Alice in Wonderland realm storyline and a few of Alice's friendship quests first, but it's worth it if you want to experience this moment as well.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 2:00 PM
    

Glow Dust, as shown in Oblivion Remastered.

It's not an understatement to call Glow Dust one of the most sought-after ingredients inOblivion Remastered, as it can be used to both brew Reflect Potions and to unlock the Azura quest.

But true to its game-changing properties, it was a given that getting your hands on the ingredient would not be easy, right? Well, we have some good news. Here's where to find and the best way to farm Glow Dust in Oblivion Remastered.

Where to find Glow Dust in Oblivion Remastered

You can get Glow Dust in Oblivion Remastered by opening crates and the like, as well as by defeating Will-o-the-Wisps. The best way to get the ingredient early on, however, can be done by purchasing it from Ogier Georick at The Main Ingredient and Claudette Perrick at The Gilded Carafe for around 70G each.

Calindil on Mystic Emporium can also sell the item if you visit the store after reaching level 50 in Mercantile. All stores are located in the Imperial City's Market District.

Screenshot by Destructoid

Keep in mind that the stores in Oblivion Remastered start to gradually restock their goods after a few in-game days. In other words, once you purchase all of the above, your only reliable farming method will be to either hunt the Whisps or to fast-forward.

The best place to find Will-o-the-Wisps in Oblivion Remastered

Although they can be spotted all over the game's map, you can find large numbers of Will-o-the-Wisps in Oblivion Remastered within the areas marked below, located north of Leyawiin and at the heart of the Blackwood region. The enemies will only start showing themselves in the wild after you go above level 11. If you are still making your way there, you can also fight three of them during the Mystery at Harlun's Watch quest, no matter your level.

Two great locations to farm Will-o-the-Wisps.
Image by Destructoid

When in battle, Will-o-the-Wisps can only be harmed by spells, silver weapons, or enhanced ones capable of dealing magical damage. Entering a fistfight with the spirits also becomes an option when at or above Hand to Hand level 50 (Journeyman). But be careful, as apart from being extremely elusive, due to their lack of proper form, the Whisps can also drain your Health and Magicka at record speed.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 1:19 PM
    

Dune Awakening characters

Most MMOs I've played let you change your hair, pick a body type, maybe throw on a cool scar—and that's about it. It gets the job done, but let's be real, it's kind of forgettable. Dune: Awakening, on the other hand, redefines character creation. It's precisely what MMO players like me have been waiting for.

One of the first things that caught my eye was the thoughtful attention to detail—features you don't often see in games, such as the colors of the eye's sclera or even a sunburned look. My favorite, though, has to be the dark circles slider. I've always had them, and while I don't love them in real life, it's nice to see them represented in a way that makes them feel more normal.

Out of all the features, the tattoos were particularly intriguing. While the selection isn't vast, there's just enough to add a personal touch to both the body and face. These designs are not only visually striking, whether it's the space-inspired Solar Sleeve or the enigmatic eclipse facial covering, but each one is tied to Dune's deep lore. The Chakobsa Sigil, for example, comes from an ancient hunting language, and the Sapho mark on the lips is a familiar sight for fans of the films. I'll admit I'm not deeply versed in the Dune book series or movies, but having that connection to its lore made me curious to explore the meaning behind each tattoo.

Tattoo designs in Dune Awakening character customization
Screenshot by Destructoid

The tattoos also add to the realism by offering a slider to adjust their age—a small detail that could have easily been overlooked. In fact, every aspect of Dune: Awakening is layered with depth, even in the more standard features. There are sliders for every angle of your character's eyes, mouth, and even eyebrows. The makeup options are equally impressive, matching the artistry of the tattoos. I'm rarely drawn to makeup designs in MMOs, as they tend to lack intricacy. But these carry such a distinct Dune flair that they feel essential rather than decorative. It's as if the character's body is a true work of art, carefully crafted and shaped by the world to which it belongs.

Character customization isn't just about looks; it's also about the backstory that provides starting skills. I appreciate that it doesn't stop at a single background; it gives you three, covering your homeworld, caste, and mentor. The mentor, in particular, is something I've never seen in an MMO or any other genre. You get to decide who trained you, whether it was a legendary swordmaster, a master of physical prowess and manipulation, a mentalist focused on reconnaissance and strategy, or a trooper specializing in offense and demolition. It's a creative way to influence your abilities, but even more than that, it adds a meaningful dimension to the storytelling. I like having a character that I know rather than feeling detached and left with only a shell of one.

Swordsmaster Mentor in Dune Awakening
Screenshot by Destructoid

The Homeworld background will undoubtedly make any Dune fan happy, especially with the option to choose Caladan, the birthplace of the iconic House Atreides. I know I said I'm no lore expert, but even I recognize Paul Atreides—it's hard to miss the Timothée Chalamet phenomenon, no matter what fandom you're in. Each homeworld, including Chusuk and Giedi Prime, comes with a unique dialogue trait and emote. An emote tied to a specific background is a refreshing touch, and I can already picture MMO players using it to show off their origins to others in the game. The last background relates to your social class, ranging from low to high status. Outside of the dialogue trait, I'm curious to see how this will influence your journey, as everyone starts with the same equipment, regardless of their social standing.

Once everything's set, you'll see your character in action during a high-stakes cutscene with the Reverend Mother. It's exciting to see your choices come to life until it all gets covered up with clothing and a mask. That seems to be the norm nowadays with gear, but the Dune: Awakening official page does mention a transmog system, so your character won't stay hidden for long. Additionally, I understand why characters are covered up, as it would be quite unrealistic for them to be running from sandworms and the sun with no protection.

Dune: Awakening is a breath of fresh air that I didn't even know I was craving in an MMO. From the moment I started customizing my character, I was completely captivated. It's not about changing up a few looks here and there—it's about creating someone who feels real. The level of detail, like the tattoos with real meaning and the emotes tied to your homeworld, had me genuinely excited to dive deeper into the game. As someone who's played countless MMOs, I've never felt so connected to a character before, simply through customization. Whether you're a Dune fan or someone looking for something different, Dune: Awakening offers a level of character creation that was enough to hook me, and I can't wait to see how it resonates with others when it finally launches.

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Destructoid Saturday, April 26, 2025 11:29 AM
    

Lost Gestrals Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a massive game, with a 30-hour storyline and dozens more hours of extra content in the open world, including collectibles.

One such collectible is Lost Gestrals, which are introduced to you early on in the story. There are nine of them that were misplaced by the bad parent, Sastro, and you can find them all on the open-world map to help out the chef.

Here's where to find all Lost Gestrals in Expedition 33 and what you can unlock for finding them.

Where to find all Lost Gestrals in Expedition 33

Screenshot by Destructoid

The first Lost Gestral is found as part of progressing the storyline. Once you progress through Flying Waters, move northeast to find Esquie's Nest. The Gestral will be standing around outside. When you collect this first Gestral, Sastro can then be found in camp where they will be collecting all their lost children.

Here's what finding all of the Lost Gestrals will get you from Sastro in camp:

  • One Gestral: Gestral Haircut (Maelle)
  • Two Gestrals: Gestral Haircut (Lune)
  • Three Gestrals: Gestral Haircut (Sciel)
  • Four Gestrals: "Paint Break" ability

    • Use R1/RB to attack and destroy blueish Paint Spikes in the world, opening up hidden pathways and finding hidden items.

  • Five Gestrals: Gestral Haircut (Verso)
  • Six Gestrals: 3x Colour of Lumina
  • Seven Gestrals: 3x Colour of Lumina
  • Eight Gestrals: 5x Colour of Lumina
  • Nine Gestrals: "Pro Retreat" Pictos and the "Lost Gestrals" Trophy/Achievement

The rest of the Lost Gestrals, found below with map locations and descriptions, can be found in order as you progress through the game and unlock Esquie's abilities to swim, fly, and dive.

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

1- Esquie's Nest

The first Lost Gestral is found as part of progressing the storyline and is impossible to miss. Once you progress through Flying Waters, move northeast to find Esquie's Nest. The Gestral will be standing around outside, and this one will kick off the quest for you.

2- Stone Wave Cliffs

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

The next Lost Gestral can be found off to the right of the entrance to Stone Wave Cliffs, behind a giant Bourgeon boss, which you must defeat to pick up the next little guy and send him home.

3 - White Woods

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

The third Lost Gestral is found on the island where the White Woods location is. He can be found tucked in a corner next to a big vase. Now it's time to keep heading north towards the Paintress and her Monolith, while also finding Gestrals along the way.

The rest of the Lost Gestrals can be found once you have unlocked the ability to swim, and then eventually, to fly to make everything a bit easier, but that doesn't happen until the end of Act Two near the end of the game.

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

4 - Mime Island

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

The next Gestral is behind a couple of Mimes that you can battle, hidden among other pots and rocks on this island south of the Axon known as The Reacher.

5 - Coastal Cave

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

Hidden next to some big Nevron enemies, this guy is tucked next to some big jars near the entrance to the Coastal Cave area.

6 - Monoco's Station

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

This guy can be found northeast of the entrance to Monoco's Station, taking cover between a couple of trees.

7 - Endless Night Sanctuary

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

Once you enter act three and can fly with Esquie, you can get these final three Gestrals, starting with this one whose paintbrush head has taken the shape of the trees surrounding him, so he's hard to miss.

8 - Forest Clearing

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

West of Visages and slightly northeast of The Reacher, this forest clearing area houses our penultimate Lost Gestral, once again accompanied by some big pots.

9 - Floating Island

Screenshot by Destructoid - Remix by Scott Duwe

The final Lost Gestral can be found high in the sky on a floating island, due south of the Endless Tower location. If you haven't found him, keep flying upwards, and you will eventually spot him on this island in the sky.

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