Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:30 AM  The original Elden Ring allowed you to create a character and deck them out in any number of unique pieces of armor to truly show off your fashion skills. However, multiplayer spin-off Nightreign features fixed character classes and progress that resets after every run, so you won't be finding any sick armor to wear… |
Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:20 AM  Elden Ring Nightreign is a tough-as-nails game that blends the beloved roguelike and soulslike genres into something fans of both should find appealing. However, unlike most games in either genre, this one's inherently designed around working together in a group of three. So, you may be wondering if you can strike out… |
Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:10 AM  In Elden Ring Nightreign, you'll face off against difficult bosses called Nightlords. These appear on Day Three, after you've spent the first two days preparing. They're your final challenge before completing your expedition. |
Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:00 AM  Elden Ring Nightreign has plenty of hard boss fights, with some harder than others. And there's one particular boss that you're more than likely to have some trouble with. It's called Fulghor, Champion of Nightglow. |
Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:00 AM  If you're stuck on a tricky boss fight or a challenging puzzle, or just want to make the most of your time with a new release, we've got you covered. Here are some of the tips we found most helpful this week. |
Kotaku Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:00 AM  From mergers to memes, the landscape of interactive entertainment is always in motion. Here's your cheat sheet for the week's most important stories in gaming. |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 1:00 PM I love gaming on my Steam Deck, but it's becoming increasingly frustrating to see huge games bypass the handheld all because some anti-cheat software doesn't play nice with Linux. This feeling is renewed following the release of F1 25, a franchise that will be unplayable on the Steam Deck for as long as EA persists with its proprietary anti-cheat software. Despite being the best gaming handheld, there's no doubt that the Steam Deck has its drawbacks. One huge issue is the age of its AMD chip, which contains the CPU and GPU, and is now struggling to keep up with modern triple-A games such as Doom The Dark Ages. Despite this, anti-cheat is the biggest threat to the Steam Deck's dominance, as it's already had a huge impact on the game library. We're also likely to see the Steam Deck 2 eventually released with better hardware, but it won't be able to fix this anti-cheat crisis. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 12:07 PM If you've finished with Clair Obscur Expedition 33 and are looking for another French studio's take on the JRPG genre, I've got exactly what you need. I was fortunate enough to go hands on with the upcoming Edge of Memories recently, and the action RPG has some slick combat ideas that make it one to watch. With pedigree from Xenoblade Chronicles X, Nier, Nier Automata, and Chrono Trigger, Edge of Memories can't come soon enough. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best JRPGs, Best indie games |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 11:22 AM May 31, 2025: One new SpongeBob Tower Defense code is in for UPD 22. 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. Continue reading SpongeBob Tower Defense codes May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 11:05 AM May 31, 2025: There's a new Anime Crossover code in to celebrate the release of World 2. Want the latest Arise Crossover codes? If you're short on cash, gems, boosts, and more, these promo codes for the latest Solo Leveling-inspired Roblox simulator will keep you grinding long into the evening. In this action RPG, you must go on a journey to become the strongest warrior in the land to rid the world of evil. If you're like us, you most likely play different Roblox games every day, so we highly recommend checking out our Blue Lock Rivals codes, Blox Fruits codes, or Anime Rangers X codes guides. We check well over 100 of the most popular Roblox games for new codes every week, ensuring there's always a steady stream of freebies to consume while you wait for your favorites to update. Continue reading Arise Crossover codes May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
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PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:53 AM May 31, 2025: We've cast our line in the hopes of finding new Fisch codes for the Friendly Waters update. What are the new Fisch codes? Promising the pinnacle of exploration and progression on Roblox, Fisch gets even better when you use the latest working codes for free rewards. After launching in mid-2024, the Stardew-inspired fishing game has become a juggernaut, amassing tens of millions of visits. 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. Continue reading Fisch codes May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:42 AM May 31, 2025: We've added the new Grow a Garden Bizzy Bees pets to the tier list in largely preliminary slots. What's the Grow a Garden pet tier list? With an ever-increasing number of pets and wild animals have roaming your garden, it makes sense to question the best use of pet slots and which eggs to shell out your shackles on. Need a free seed pack to use alongside the pets you have roaming around in the biggest Roblox game ever? Check out all of the Grow a Garden codes. And after you sow your seeds, get a head start in other popular Roblox titles with the latest Blue Lock Rivals codes or Climb and Jump codes. For more help in making money in Grow a Garden, check out our Grow a Garden values list. Continue reading Grow a Garden pet tier list - best pets and egg MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:44 AM May 31, 2025: We've added the new Grow a Garden seeds from the Bizzy Bees update below. We'll sort them into tiers soon. What's the Grow a Garden seeds tier list? Although the rotating stock system on the biggest Roblox game around will always play a major role in your purchasing decisions, it's worth keeping a few things in mind when deciding how best to spend your hard-earned sheckles. Our ranking of the best Grow a Garden plants can help. Need a sampler? Grab a free seed pack or two with these Grow a Garden codes. And if you're new to the biggest Roblox game ever, you might want to know what the big deal was with the Grow a Garden Chicken Jockey homage. Looking to play something else while your garden grows? Blue Lock Rivals codes or Climb and Jump codes are both popular right now, too. Continue reading Grow a Garden seeds tier list - best plants to buy, grow, and trade MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:35 AM I adore sci-fi worlds. Control's The Oldest House. Death Stranding's United Cities of America. Fallout New Vegas' glowing cityscape. Blending the otherworldly with the familiar appeals to me in a way I can't quite describe, and the upcoming Hell is Us does that in spades. Supernatural horrors meld into a state at war with itself, creating a hauntingly beautiful environment where player-driven exploration takes center stage. After spending a few hours going hands-on with Rogue Factor's latest, it's safe to say that I came away impressed. Hell is Us could well be a bold open-world experience if it can stick the landing. |
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PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:40 AM May 31, 2025: With the patch now live, we're busy looking for new Grow a Garden codes for the Bizzy Bees update. What's the complete list of Grow a Garden codes? Since it is potentially the biggest Roblox game of all time in terms of active players, you'll definitely want new codes for Grow a Garden to help, well… grow your garden! Get loads of free seed packs and other boosts by redeeming each new code before it expires. Given it's an AFK type game—and by that we mean your garden continues to grow while you're offline—it makes sense to turn your attention to other Roblox games while your plants mature. For freebies elsewhere, look to our guides on King Legacy codes, Climb and Jump codes, and maybe even Basketball Legends codes if you're the sporty type. Continue reading Grow a Garden codes May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 11:20 AM May 31, 2025: We have a couple new Basketball Zero codes this weekend. What are the new Basketball Zero codes? Stemming from a collaboration with the original owner of smash-hit Roblox sports game Blue Lock Rivals, the legendary developer is now letting you shoot hoops with anime icons big and small. If Roblox is your main source of play, do consider checking out our Blue Lock Rivals codes, Volleyball Legends codes, or Anime Rangers X codes guides. We check more than 100 of the most popular Roblox games for new codes constantly, helping to ensure there's always a steady stream of freebies to grab while you wait for your favorite titles to update. Continue reading Basketball Zero codes May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:49 AM May 31, 2025 We've added the multiplier and triggers for the Pollinated, Honey Glazed, and Void Touched mutations introduced with the Bizzy Bees Grow a Garden update. What are the best Grow a Garden mutations? Whether you want to build a garden that's perfect to show off to friends, or one that's designed to just make money, there are Grow a Garden mutations you'll want, others you'll want to avoid, and you'll need to know the effects one mutation might have when paired with another. Since Grow a Garden works while you're not even playing, check out the best Roblox games around for something else to play while things grow. If you're open to quick recommendations of the biggest games around, check out the latest Blox Fruits codes or Blue Lock Rivals codes. Of course, be sure to check for new Grow a Garden codes, too. |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 10:06 AM Now that Overwatch 2 Stadium has been here for a few weeks, Blizzard is outlining its plans for the immensely popular game mode's future. The team has been listening to community feedback since the round-based alternative launched, and is already outlining the changes coming in Season 17 and beyond that'll overhaul the experience. You can expect matchmaking improvements, more changes to stop Freja from dominating, new build features, and an unranked mode. Stadium's here for the long haul, and I for one can't wait to see how Blizzard keeps iterating on it. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: All Overwatch 2 characters, Best Overwatch 2 settings, Overwatch 2 tier list |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:00 AM For those who don't remember or have never heard of it, the Fear series of games was something unique in the market. These Psychological horror titles put you in the role of a new army recruit with superpower-they were a unique blend of action game tropes with Japanese-inspired scares. While the series is in a deep coma right now, its influence can be felt very clearly in Trepang2, a spiritual successor, in all of the chaotic ways you'd hope. Sound enticing? Well, you can grab it at a ridiculously low price right now, to the point it feels like stealing. Continue reading Brutal Fear-style FPS Trepang2 gets a huge discount for a short time MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Best FPS games, Best PC Classics |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 7:38 AM Pompeii: The Legacy is easily one of my most anticipated games of 2025. It combines my love for ancient history and city builders into something new, where you take control of the once-doomed Roman town of Pompeii and give it entirely new life. While Cities Skylines 2 and Civilization 7 keep being improved, Pompeii: The Legacy is shaping up to be a true contender to the strategy throne. With a temporary playtest earlier this year, you can finally dive into Pompeii's all-new demo, which developer Siscia Games has plans to keep improving. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games, Best city building games, Best simulation games |
PCGamesN Saturday, May 31, 2025 6:09 AM While you can play Elden Ring Nightreign solo, Fromsoftware designed it as a three-player co-op experience. You're supposed to squad up with friends or randoms online and drop into the land of Limveld, working together to get stronger before taking on one of the eight Nightlords and coming out victorious. If you were hoping to play as a duo, however, you can't. That is, until now, as one of the most prolific Elden Ring and Dark Souls modders around has dropped an alpha version of a Nightreign two-player co-op mod, meaning you don't have to wait for a third wheel to join your game. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring Nightreign review, Elden Ring Nightreign class, Elden Ring Nightreign bosses |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, May 31, 2025 1:59 PM  Yesterday, ZeniMax Workers United-CWA, the union made up of more than 300 quality assurance workers at Microsoft via its subsidiary ZeniMax Media, reached a tentative contract agreement with Microsoft. The union was formed back in 2022, and has been bargaining with Microsoft in the intervening years since. Last month, the union was preparing to potentially strike against Microsoft, but now it seems like this may be avoided. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, May 31, 2025 1:00 PM  Earlier this week, EA did the thing they oh so frequently loves to do, which is making a bad decision. This time, it was cancelling Marvel's Black Panther, alongside shutting down the two year old studio that was making it, Cliffhanger Games. As every single announcement like this over the past few years has been, it was an incredibly frustrating one that can't be justified. Now, a new report from Bloomberg has shed a bit of light on why it was cancelled, as well as what the game might have been like. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Saturday, May 31, 2025 11:58 AM  Elden Ring Nightreign is, to the surprise of no one, off to a bit of a flying start (even if not everyone is completely in love with it just yet). I have no intention of diving into it just yet, in part because the solo experience doesn't interest me all that much, and I don't really want to be matched up with two other randos that would surely abandon me the moment I forget what my character can do. There isn't a duos option either, the thing I'm actually after, something that was a bit forgotten about during development, but might be coming further down the line. The power of modding always comes through however, as despite only launching yesterday, there's already a seamless co-op mod that allows for duos. |
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Kikuri Hiroi can be one of those scene-stealing characters in both the Bocchi the Rock anime and manga adaptations. While the series tends to focus on Kessoku Band members like Hitori, Ikuyo, Nijika, and Ryo, this funny and flawed supporting cast member with moments of depth is a standout too. Though since she is an alcoholic and has plenty of vices, the enjoyment someone gets out of the Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary spin-off manga will vary depending on how much you like her and the original series.
Editors Note: There will be some mild spoilers for early parts of volume 1 of the Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary manga.
While the original Bocchi the Rock is a four-koma series that gradually builds on the story of Kessoku band in strips that also can sometimes stand on their own, the Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary side story manga follows a more traditional format as it looks at Sick Hack's singer and bass player. While it starts by bringing up Kikuri's talents and how adept bandmates Eliza Shimizu and Shima Iwashita are, it also quickly establishes she is no angel and shows a copy trying to reason with her when she's in a full drunken "incorrigible alcoholic"moment.
It's a stark introduction to two facets of her personality, and the first chapter continues to emphasize that. She gets so drunk after a sold-out Yokohama Arena show that she winds up blackout drunk in Kanazawa. While Eliza and Shima clearly respect her talents enough to perform and be in Sick Hack with her, neither is going to come and pick her up and they also definitely knew she probably wouldn't make the fireworks show they were going to go to. People in the bar she winds up in think she's exaggerating about her indie band being popular and talents, due to the fact she walks in drunk and keeps drinking. But then actual fans recognize her, ask to meet her, and verify her story. Kikuri gets carried away and offers to cover folks' tabs, blowing through her money and winding up alone and broke at a shrine with a stray cat and huge bottle of cheap booze.
What I appreciate is that Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary sort of feels like a different type of slice-of-life manga. It's still going through an indie rocker's daily life. We get a different perspective. But it doesn't lock the story into a comedic or dramatic tone, and it establishes that from the outset. Because while this chapter starts out funny, as we see her deal with her drunkenness, not being able to convince people for a ride, and come to terms with spending almost all of her money as she's carried away on fan adoration, that quickly turns darker. By the end of the chapter, she's entered her infamous Spiral of Happiness, which sees her dealing with any discomfort or pain by getting so drunk that she gets "happy" and numb.
And we see this continue throughout this spin-off. Kikuri reaches a high point, usually a performance of sorts or something dealing with her talents resulting in a win for Sick Hack or her personally. But then something happens to swiftly bring her down. It could be recklessly spending money that could have supported her for a month or longer. Maybe it's getting so carried away in the moment that she trashes expensive equipment that belonged to a club. While we see people around her, such as Eliza and even Shima, do care in their own ways and offer different sorts of supports, there's a constant cycle that makes it both occasionally amusing and a fascinating analysis of her as a character. However, because Kikuri is a drunk, I could see it being painful or difficult for some people to read, especially when it can seem like she isn't thinking about consequences or considering others.
So if someone really likes the original series or is interested in the character, I feel like the Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary manga can be interesting supplemental reading. But if someone has experiencing being in a role like Shima or being around someone like that, I think it might be a difficult read. Especially when moments come up when Kikuri or other people do get serious.
Volume 1 of Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi's Heavy-Drinking Diary is available now, and Yen Press will release volume 2 of the manga on September 23, 2025. The company also handles the Bocchi the Rock manga. The anime is streaming on Crunchyroll.
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Destructoid Saturday, May 31, 2025 6:32 AM
Elden Ring Nightreign is plenty of fun when played with your friends or random strangers, but deserting your team early will result in some serious penalties.
Things can quickly get pretty difficult on an Expedition, especially if you don't focus on the basics. As a result, your Expeditions can quickly propel you in a direction different from your imagination, but that doesn't mean that you can simply rage quit. You can do so if you want, but it will attract penalties.
Elden Ring Nightreign leave penalty explained
You'll be hit with a matchmaking penalty every time you leave an Expedition early. This penalty will prevent you from joining a new Expedition immediately, as you'll have to wait for the cooldown to be over. If you experience a technical glitch or a crash, you won't be hit with an immediate penalty.
You'll be given a warning before heading back to the Roundtable Hold. Any items and rewards obtained on your run will be automatically forfeited. However, you'll be able to join a fresh Expedition with your fellow players immediately.
Based on the community, matchmaking penalties are applied if players rage frequently. The cooldowns start from 10 minutes, and repeat offenses will increase the cooldown.
The penalties are also applicable if you leave your group after someone else has left first. If your team is down by a player, you and your partner should grind it out and do as well as possible on your run. That way, you'll be able to avoid the penalty and get the rewards.
Once you've been banned, you can choose to continue playing solo in offline mode, but sitting out the cooldown is the only alternative. The matchmaking penalty is pretty rigid, and you miss out on all the rewards. Hence, it's better to just stick it out against a tough boss, irrespective of whether you're closer to success or failure.
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