GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 7:47 PM The Digital World awaits - Bandai Namco and Media Vision Inc.'s Digimon Story Time Stranger is set to release for PC and consoles October 3. The post Digimon Story Time Stranger Launching October 3 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 7:29 PM A new entry in the Everybody's Golf series, Bandai Namco and HYDE's Everybody's Golf Hot Shots is set to release for PC and consoles September 5. The post Everybody's Golf Hot Shots Launching September 5 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 7:09 PM Announced during the State of Play segment earlier today, Joker Studio and NetEase Games officially revealed their new free-to-play ocean adventure RPG Sea of Remnants. The post Ocean Adventure RPG Sea of Remnants Announced appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:54 PM A celebration of Mortal Kombat's groundbreaking legacy, Digital Eclipse announced that the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection will release this year. The post Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Launching This Year appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:38 PM Looking to keep the party going at the upcoming Fire & Ice RGX 2025 event this summer? Be sure to join the very special afterparty that will be held at Dave & Busters in Roseville June 21 and 22! The post Fire & Ice RGX 2025 Afterparty at Dave & Busters Roseville Happening June 21 and June 22 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:29 PM Making its debut during the State of Play segment earlier today, IO Interactive has revealed a first look at their new title 007 First Light. The post 007 First Light Launching in 2026 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 4:23 PM Making its debut during Shacknews' indie showcase earlier today, Daruma Games has released a new gameplay trailer for their chaotic co-op adventure Sol Mates. The post Chaotic Co-Op Adventure Sol Mates Gameplay Trailer Released appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:47 PM Set to make its way to Steam this year, wishlists are now open for this version of NEXON's Blue Archive. The post Blue Archive Steam Wishlisting Now Open appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:30 PM  Today, Sony held its latest State of Play and while it didn't include some of the bigger games that people were likely hoping for, like a new God of War spin-off, it did include some cool surprises, including what might be the best-looking fighting game I've seen in years and a remake of beloved Final Fantasy title. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:45 PM  Today, during Sony's big State of Play, IO Interactive revealed a new trailer for its upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light. The big news out of the trailer is the first official reveal of the game's new James Bond, which you can see in the image above. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:20 PM  The rumors were true: Final Fantasy Tactics is getting a remake on modern platforms. The incredible PlayStation 1 strategy RPG will be graphically overhauled so new audiences can fall in love with its meaty combat systems and tragic storytelling all over again this September. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 3:45 PM  A bunch of Switch 2s swirl in a circle.Nearly a decade after the original Switch came out, and following years of fans' pining for a major upgrade to Nintendo's wildly popular portable gaming platform, the Switch 2 is here. It's already June 5—the console's official launch date—in some parts of the world, and a… |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 3:00 PM  I'm nervous. We missed two churches and lost a level in the mines. The Gaping Jaw Nightlord is weak to poison but no poison weapons spawned on the map. I spent my final runes on hitting level 12. We're cooked. Oh my god why are we watching the final cutscene before the boss encounter AGAIN. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:50 PM  AMC, the largest theater chain in the United States, will soon start showing even more commercials before the start of a movie. This is on top of the usual 20 minutes of trailers and ads already shown before most films. |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:15 PM  Ever since Robert Downey Jr. blew our multiversal minds at San Diego Comic-Con last year when he revealed he was returning to the MCU as Doctor Doom, Marvel fanatics have been trying to figure out just when Victor Von Doom would appear. After the Thunderbolts*post-credit scene appeared to hint at Dr. Doom's arrival… |
Kotaku Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:20 PM  Epic Games has revealed more about the upcoming Switch 2 port of its popular battle royale game, Fortnite. The new version of Fortnite will support mouse controls, a higher framerate, and more on the new Nintendo hardware. It seems like a significant improvement over the janky version currently playable on the OG… |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:48 PM A new Thief game. For anyone who remembers the halcyon years of The Dark Project, The Metal Age, and Deadly Shadows, that's surely one of the most pleasing sentences imaginable, especially if they were stung by Square Enix's questionable 2014 reboot. And yes, it's happening. The series that defined stealth, inspired Deus Ex, and gave us Garrett is finally, officially back. But I'm afraid to say there's a catch. Depending on your hardware setup, the new Thief game, Legacy of Shadow, might be off limits for you. This is Half-Life Alyx all over again. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best stealth games, Best VR games, Best old games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 7:54 PM Ask a crowd what their favorite Final Fantasy game is, and you'll get more than a dozen responses. FF6 is a perennial pick, and FF14 makes a strong case (even if you strip it down to just the core story), but one of the most quietly revered is now back, and finally coming to PC at long last. A Final Fantasy Tactics remaster has just been confirmed as part of the latest Playstation State of Play, and marks the first time the beloved strategy game will appear on PC. Continue reading The Final Fantasy Tactics remaster is real, and it's coming to PC MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best JRPGs, Best turn-based strategy games, Best old games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 3:53 PM One of the most surprising, out-of-nowhere indie hits of the 2010s was undoubtedly Undertale, but its episodic spinoff, Deltarune, is just as highly regarded and beloved. Developer Toby Fox already released the first two episodes of Deltarune in 2018 and 2021, but the wait for Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 has been a long one. Now though, they're both here as part of the complete and 'final' version Deltarune. While it was always going to be a momentous occasion for the pixel art RPG, I'm completely blown away by just how high it's flying on Steam right now, rising above recent behemoths like Elden Ring Nightreign on the platform's best sellers list. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best indie games, New PC games, Retro PC games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:48 PM It won't be too long until we get to hear about what this year's new Call of Duty game will be, with rumors currently claiming that Black Ops 6 will lead into another Black Ops title that leads on from the events of BO2. However, potential details about CoD 2026 have been trickling out too, and the latest information from a prominent leaker supports that it will be a return to the Modern Warfare universe. Interestingly, though, this MW4 will reportedly see most of its campaign take place in Korea. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Call of Duty 2023, Modern Warfare 2 system requirements, Best FPS games |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:30 PM How do you complete all the Elden Ring Nightreign Remembrance quests? FromSoftware's games are known for having fairly confusing stories, as they're usually told through cryptic messages and hidden meanings. Unsurprisingly, the latest game in the Elden Ring series takes a similar approach, but with a multiplayer twist. Elden Ring Nightreign's story is told through events called Remembrances, providing you with missions that can be pursued during your expeditions, either in multiplayer or Elden Ring Nightreign solo. There are also rewards for completing Remembrances in the multiplayer game, including Relics, skins, and even additional endings. Continue reading All Elden Ring Nightreign Remembrance quests and how to complete MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring Nightreign review, Elden Ring Nightreign class, Elden Ring Nightreign bosses |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:27 PM What are the best Elden Ring Nightreign mods? From the lack of duos support, barely any scaling for solo mode, to general PC tweaks that should've been in the base game, there are many things the devs could've done to improve Elden Ring Nightreign. In only a few minutes, you can load up the best Elden Ring Nightreign mods to rectify all these issues and so much more. As we highlighted in our Elden Ring Nightreign review, there are elements of the roguelike game that could be drastically improved with some QoL tweaks. Fortunately, we don't have to wait for FromSoftware to get into gear as the modding community is already hard at work addressing all the glaring issues in Elden Ring Nightreign. We're here to help you improve the game with the best Elden Ring Nightreign mods, including instructions on how to install them. Continue reading Best Elden Ring Nightreign mods MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring Nightreign review, Elden Ring Nightreign class, Elden Ring Nightreign bosses |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:23 PM Elden Ring is a masterpiece of a soulslike. There's a good reason it's sold millions of copies, and three years after its initial release, it remains a popular topic for discussion. Its unique mix of exploration and brutal difficulty paves the way for a lot of fun times, with loads of huge, monstrous creatures in there for good measure. The Elden Ring Nightreign DLC turns all of that into a roguelite game, and you can grab this new standalone adventure for as little as $1 if you're lucky enough. Continue reading You could get Elden Ring Nightreign for as little as $1 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring Nightreign review, Elden Ring Nightreign class, Elden Ring Nightreign bosses |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:10 PM There's nothing quite like some hot competition to force down prices, and the Samsung 9100 Pro is the latest PC component to tumble down the price ladder. We've already seen this SSD in a few deals since the launch of the competing WD Black SN8100, but the latest savings are massive, with up to $100 shaved off the cost of this super-fast SSD. I was blown away by the fast performance of this drive in my Samsung 9100 Pro review, and while it's since been superseded by the WD Black SN8100 when it comes to peak performance, it's still a very fast drive, and a great buy at the latest prices. After all, just two months ago, this Samsung drive was the fastest gaming SSD you could buy. Continue reading The price of Samsung's fastest gaming SSD just plummeted by $100 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Samsung Odyssey G9 G95SC review, Samsung 9100 Pro review, Samsung T9 Portable SSD review |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:26 PM What is the best wireless gaming headset? Freeing yourself from a cable by buying a wireless gaming headset is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make to your gaming setup. Not only does it stop you getting in a tangle, but it makes for a much cleaner look too. More importantly, many cordless options can now handily compete with their wired counterparts, meaning you can find a pair that perfectly suits your ears. Our top choice of wireless gaming headset right now is the Epos H3Pro Hybrid thanks to it offering loads of features for an incredible price. For esports-focused gaming, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is our go-to while for wireless gaming earbuds the SteelSeries GameBuds are our recommendation. We've highlighted plenty of other great options below, though, and you can check out the how to choose and FAQ sections to learn more about what to look out for when buying. You can also find more wireless gaming headset reviews in the also tested section of this guide. Continue reading Best wireless gaming headset 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:25 PM What is the best gaming headset? It depends on your needs, your budget, and the style of sound, fit, and look that you prefer. Whatever your preferences, though, the best gaming headset will ensure that you're able to appreciate every little detail of a game's sound while making it easier to communicate with friends and teammates online. Whether you need an affordable option, covet a headset with the best battery, or want one with serious style, we've got you covered in this guide. The best gaming headset overall is the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro thanks to its balance of competitive gaming-focused features with everyday practicality. Meanwhile, the best gaming headsets for travel are the EPOS H3Pro Hybrid and Alienware Pro Wireless, thanks to their sleek design and great noise canceling. As for the best budget gaming headset, check out the Asus TUF Gaming H3. For more options, see the full list below, along with the also tested section for more gaming headset reviews. Also, for more buying advice and to answer your headset questions, make sure to check out the gaming headset frequently asked questions (FAQs) and how to choose a gaming headset sections of this guide. Continue reading Best gaming headset 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:50 PM  It seemed inevitable after the Tactics Ogre remaster back in 2022, and so it was. Square Enix are remastering Final Fantasy Tactics, the classic strategy-RPG from 1997. It'll arrive on September 30th, 2025 and there's a trailer below. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:29 PM  The Nioh games were some of the first non-FromSoft Soulslikes to find their own audience, probably in part because they're not really Soulslikes at all. They're Team Ninja action RPGs, drawn from their wellspring of experience making such games, and despite Nioh's 2017 release date, it spawned from a project that began development all the way back in 2004, firmly pre-Souls. Why all the preamble, rather than getting straight into the news? Well, because the news is in the headline: Nioh 3 was just announced at this evening's State Of Play. Once again it looks like it's coming to PlayStation 5 at launch, with no PC release in sight. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:12 PM  Sci-fi action game Pragmata will be coming out 2026, say developers Capcom during this evening's PlayStation showcase. The trailer seemingly contains a stark warning for those using generative AI: keep doing so and eventually you'll have to befriend a creepy cyborg little girl in order to fight back against a horde of futurebots that want to murder you for some reason. Think about it, next time you're using ChatGPT to do your homework. You'll find the new trailer below. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:58 PM  The horniest tuxedo-loving spy you know has stepped out of the shadows once more. Developers IO Interactive showed off a trailer for 007 First Light during Sony's State Of Play stream this evening, days after announcing the third-person action adventure's full title (it was previously known as "Project 007"). It's an origin story about a baby-faced Bond that looks considerably more quippy than any of the recent movies. Find the trailer below. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:09 PM  A game that sees you forcibly kidnapped, smuggled aboard a mega yacht dubbed The Avarice, and made to play demon billionaires at lethal dice poker just got a new trailer, and it looks as funky as you'd expect. Dead Finger Dice: A Billionaire Killing Game is its uber-snappy name, and it's coming to Steam this summer. Psychroma and Raptor Boyfriend developers Rocket Adrift Games released a trailer for this roguelike dice builder as part of yesterday's The Mix showcase, and as soon as I clapped my eyes on it, I was intrigued. |
Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:02 PM
During the June 4, 2025 State of Play stream, Sony introduced some new games that'll appear on the PS5 either this year or the next. Here is a list of all the games that appeared in the stream, as well as their announced release dates and windows.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is open for pre-order. Everybody's Golf Hot Shots is also open for pre-order, and you can receive a Pac-Man skin if you do. Those interested in Nioh 3 can check out the demo that came out today.
The June 4, 2025 State of Play is available on the official PlayStation YouTube channel.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:54 PM
During the June 2025 State of Play, a reveal trailer appeared for a new Arc System Works and Sony fighting game starring Marvel heroes and villains called Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Like BlazBlue and Guilty Gear, it uses a 2D perspective. It will launch on the PS5 and PC in 2026
There are 4v4 team battles in the game, and heroes and villains from across the Marvel catalog appear. Among the ones shown were Spider-Man, Storm, Doctor Doom, Captain America, Ms Marvel, Iron Man, and Thor. Someone playing could just use a "leader" character and call in the other three as assists, or could constantly swap to use all four.
You can see the full June 2025 State of Play below. Following the trailer, you can see an additional segment with developers behind the game talking about how the game even happened. The developer discussion also talked about the characters, gameplay mechanics, and the general approach being taken to this new tag fighter. Toward the end of the segment, the team explained why they went for a 4v4 fighter for this title.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is the new Arc System Works fighting game for the PS5 and PC, and we'll see it debut in 2026.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:37 PM
One of the entirely new reveals during the June 2025 State of Play ended up being a Bloodstained game called Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement. It will still be some time before we actually get to play it, however. Alongside a reveal trailer showing gameplay, ArtPlay and 505 Games shared a 2026 launch window for the PS5 title.
Here's the full reveal trailer for the game. In it, the protagonist Leo is shown. The video also confirms it is a prequel to the original Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. It also shows a sort of character swapping mechanic in which we can go between protagonists.
You can see the full June 2025 State of Play here:
While this is the first true Bloodstained sequel, we have seen quite a few other new games in the series. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon and its sequel are both 2D games along the lines of the original Castlevania.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement will come to the PS5 in 2026.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:31 PM
As part of the latest June 2025 State of Play, Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is the long rumored remaster of the classic. The game is set to release on September 30, 2025.
The newly announced Final Fantasy Tactics remaster will include two version of the classic game. The Enhanced version includes multiple quality of life changes alongside full voice acting. Meanwhile, the Classic version is a faithful recreation of the original PlayStation title released on 1997. As shown in the trailer, Square Enix's Creative Studio III is involved in the development of the remaster.
Here is the reveal trailer for the remaster:
The original Final Fantasy Tactics appeared in 1997 for the first PlayStation console, and it follows the story of Ramza Beoulve, a noble knight cadet who gets involved in a military conflict known as The Lion War. The game received a 2007 enhanced port released for the PSP under the title Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions.
As a reminder, the latest Square Enix classic tactic RPG game to receive an overhaul was Tactics Ogre Reborn, which released in November 11, 2022 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles will come out on September 30, 2025 for PlayStation 5. Information on other release platforms for the game might appear in the future.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:24 PM
When we head back to school, we'll also be heading back to Silent Hill. Konami revealed the Silent Hill f release date during the June 2025 State of Play. It launches on September 25, 2025. The announcement also confirmed pre-orders will go live today.
An extended gameplay trailer appeared during the showcase. In it, we see the lead heroine Hinako Shimizu wandering through town. At the start, someone calls out to her. However, she also suggests Hinako was a traitor somehow. We then see her dealing with supernatural opponents around town.
Here's the full footage from the presentation. While there are some cinematic scenes, a lot of it seems to be actual gameplay of Hinako trying to survive in a corrupted town:
And you can see the whole June 2025 State of Play showcase below:
Silent Hill f is a multiplatform game, so we'll see it on plenty of places come its September 2025 release date. We'll even be able to take it on the go. Konami already confirmed back in April 2025 that this will be compatible with the Steam Deck.
Silent Hill f will come to the PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and the release date is September 25, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:13 PM
Pragmata resurfaced during the June 2025 State of Play with a new trailer and release window. It will now come to the PS5 in 2026. The new video showcased gameplay footage and the main character working alongside the AI Diana.
Things began with a mysterious Delphi Corporation being mentioned. It's then that the player character meets Diana. He takes her with him, with her often holding on to his back as they platform around areas. However, when they encounter an enemy, the two learn she can help him fight and attack. The YouTube description also noted it will be an action and strategy game.
Here's the full trailer. It ended with a teaser that joked the game is real.
And here's the PlayStation State of Play June 2025 presentation.
It's been quite some time since Capcom shared a Pragmata update. It first came up in 2020. There was even an extended trailer at one point. It had a 2022 release window, but delays kept pushing it back. For a while, we hadn't heard anything at all.
Pragmata will come to the PS5 in 2026. Capcom will release more details throughout 2025 leading up to the game's eventual release.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:00 PM
Kawada announced it is working with Bandai Namco to release two Tamagotchi Nanoblock sets based on the original virtual pet. Each one is set to arrive on July 12, 2025 in Japan. They will cost 1,760円 (~$12) each. While US listings aren't live yet, Amazon already has one placeholder for the white variant.
Each Tamagotchi set ends up building both one replica of the virtual pet as well as an additional item. Each one is based on the first generation model, with one being white with black buttons and the other blue with a clock design and yellow buttons and accents. They are just about two inches tall (58mm) and come with a ball-chain keychain like the toys did. The white kit includes enough pieces to build a baby black Tamagotchi character, and the blue one comes with an egg. Each one features stickers to place over the LCD screen "face" with different designs. Both are only two-star difficulty kits with 200 to 220 pieces.
Here's how each one will look:
While this is a replica of the Tamagotchi virtual pet, a new model is on the way in July 2025. Tamagotchi Paradise will involve different types of ecosystems. It also features a crank that lets us zoom in and zoom out on characters.
The Tamagotchi Nanoblock sets will arrive in Japan on July 12, 2025, and it looks like we'll also see them appear worldwide sometime around that launch.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 4:00 PM
A much-requested feature is heading to Genshin Impact, as HoYoVerse confirmed it will add Artifact custom loadouts that will let you more quickly equip different saved sets of Artifacts for characters as part of the update changes. There will be some limitations, but the Fast Equip section will allow each character different options.
The announcement went over how this can be set up. In the Genshin Impact Fast Equip section for Artifacts, you need to choose Quick Configuration to start to make custom loadouts. There, you can search based on Main Affix, Set Type, and Minor Affix, as well as set an option like ones that aren't equipped. That will then set up your selection as a Custom Configuration, with Plan 1 being the first option. Up to two of these plans can be saved as sets. This applies to each character.
This is one of two Artifact changes in Genshin Impact, as Set Filter will be available in 5.7. It is designed to help with comparing different pieces of equipment. Both equipped and unequipped items can be searched and compared.
There will be other gameplay changes in Genshin Impact 5.7. Retry Challenge will be an option in Spiral Abyss to ensure you get every star. It will also allow you to claim rewards from the Challenge Ended screen. The Talent Demo and Test Run sections will go over character abilities and roles. We will also be able to use Original Resin, Condensed Resin, or Transient Resin to claim rewards from Ley Lines and Domains.
Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices. The 5.7 Special Program airs at 5am PT/8am ET/2pm CET on Twitch and YouTube on June 6, 2025, and update is expected to appear on every platform on June 18, 2025.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 3:00 PM
Shueisha announced the first volume of the manga adaptation of Metaphor: ReFantazio is now available in Japan. It is available via stores like Amazon Japan, which will ship to the US, for ¥572 (~$4). There's no word on when or if it will release worldwide.
This first volume of the manga is 192 pages long and is only in Japanese. Since the first chapter was about 60 pages, the second 45, the third 45, and the fourth 45, it seems like the first four are the only ones that appear in print. So when the second volume debuts, it will begin with Chapter 5: The Curtain Rises. As far as the story goes, it covers from the start of the adventure to when the Tournament for the Throne begins, Will decides to enter the contest to become king, and the group starts the search for a Gauntlet Runner.
Here's how the cover of the volume looks:
It is possible to read the Metaphor: ReFantazio manga in English even though the first volume is only available in Japan at the moment. MangaPlus simulpubs the new chapters at the same time as they launch in Japan. Chapter 5 debuted worldwide on May 20, 2025. The next chapter will appear on the site on June 19, 2025. Note that this is a title where only six chapters will be available to read for free without any sort of subscription or payment. So once that update drops, it would be wise to immediately catch up so you don't miss out once chapter 7 appears. Given the current pace of the series, that chapter will likely debut in July 2025.
The first volume of the Metaphor: ReFantazio manga is available in Japan, and the game is on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC worldwide.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:00 PM
The next Atelier entry will skip one of Sony's consoles. The Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian official site confirmed the PS4 version won't appear worldwide. Koei Tecmo and Gust didn't offer an explanation why. The Japanese version of the site still mentions the platform. [Thanks, Netto's Game Room!]
Back in September 2024, the developer and publisher announced Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian, which follows the mobile game Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, and said it would be on the PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC in 2025. Sometime since then, the PS4 version ended up being dropped. The site still mentions the other three. Koei Tecmo even changed the description for the trailer shared back in September to remove that console. However, the video itself still mentions the PS4 release.
At the bottom of the English-language site, there is an update on platforms. Koei Tecmo noted, "Please be advised that the PlayStation®4 version will not be sold outside of Japan."
As the PS4 is not region-locked, someone could import a copy of the game from that country or go with the Asian release. However, someone would need to double-check languages. While Asian versions can include English among the language options, the Japanese versions tend to only include Japanese text.
The Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian will appear on the Switch, PS5, and PC worldwide in 2025, and it will also be on the PS4 in Japan.
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Siliconera Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:00 PM
Sega announced Phantasy Star Online 2 is celebrating Sonic the Hedgehog again for his 34th anniversary, and this time it involves a Sonic Style Heroines AC Scratch Ticket in PSO2 New Genesis. It launched alongside Special Training quests involving Sonic and Shadow, a Sonic Collab SP Scratch, decorations in Central City, and a paid Sonic Collab: Suits/C-Space Pack.
The PSO2 New Genesis AC Scratch Ticket: Sonic Style Heroines debuted first on June 4, 2025. The three main highlights are the Fashion Items Aina's Sonic Outfit, Manon's Shadow Outfit, and Nadereh's Tails Outfit. The Sonic pieces are available as Sonic Apparel T1 [Se], Sonic Apparel T1/B [Se], Sonic Apparel T2 [Se], Sonic Apparel T2/B [Se], Sonic Apparel Hood, and Sonic Apparel Beret. The Shadow ones are Shadow Apparel T1 [Se], Shadow Apparel T1/B [Se], Shadow Apparel T2 [Se], Shadow Apparel T2/B [Se], Doom Wing, Shadow Apparel Veil, and Shadow Apparel Headband. The only Tails items are Tails Apparel T2 [Ba], Tails Apparel T2/B [Ba], and Tails Apparel Visor. There are some themed MTN emotes in the set and other cosmetics.
Here are the three pieces of concept art for the Sonic Heroines outfits based on the clothes Aina, Manon, and Nadereh wore in PSO2 New Genesis.
And here are in-game screenshots:
As for the Sonic Collab: Suits/C-Space Pack, that costs $9.99. It will debut on June 6, 2025. We could buy it at the AC Shop, though people could also go through the Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, or distribution clients like Epic and Steam. This gives the Sonic Head and Sonic Costume [SE] for a character to wear. A number of other items are included as decorations, which are listed below:
There's also a teaser screenshot of those additions, which you can see below:
Finally, as a reminder, here's how Central City looks in-game, for a limited time, and some of the Sonic Collab SP Scratch items. These all show up starting on June 18, 2025. Statues of characters like Sonic, Shadow, Amy Rose, Tails, Knuckles, and Eggman all appear. As for the SP Scratch, it features Sonic-inspired armor and Chaos Emeralds. Meanwhile, the Special Training: Sonic Sprint and Special Training: Shadow Sprint quest screenshots show how we'll collect rings and fight themed foes.
A lot of these Sonic the Hedgehog elements can also be seen in the June 2025 Update Information trailer for PSO2 New Genesis.
This isn't the first time we've seen Sonic in the MMORPG. He often makes cameo appearances, with one of those being in 2023.
Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis is available to play on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:54 PM
We all know Deltarune's age-old question: how do you find a chapter's secret ending and bosses? Sure, you can speedrun the chapter and get the game over with, but with how in-depth and complicated these secrets are, it's no wonder everyone wants to know how they work.
Deltarune Chapter 3, in particular, is no joke. Not only do you need to show peak skill in completing the entire chapter, but it's very easy to miss this secret's numerous steps. Even forgetting to do one thing can lead to you restarting a good chunk of the chapter.
There are major spoilers for Deltarune Chapter 3 below. If you haven't played through the chapter yet, proceed with caution!
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How to find Deltarune Chapter 3's secret ending
Uncovering Deltarune's Chapter 3 secret ending requires getting three S-ranks during Tenna's game show. As you acquire S-ranks, you'll unlock access to an "S" labelled door that, upon entering, unveils a secret minigame containing special items.
Below are the three initial items you'll find:
Finding the first two keys lets you eventually find the Shadow Mantle, which you'll need to equip to survive against the chapter's secret boss, the Knight. Otherwise, anyone not wearing it will be continuously wiped out with a one-hit attack. You'll need to survive the battle and, after some time, inflict one final attack to receive your prize.
You also won't have Susie or Ralsei to help you during the initial minigame. You, playing as Kris, will have to complete each segment of the minigame by yourself with no outside help. However, it mirrors the first round's map, making it easy to traverse if you have it fresh in your mind.
Finding the S-rank room's minigame
Before you can access the secret ending, you'll need to achieve your first S-rank and unlock the "S" labelled door on the top-right side of the Green Room. If you finish round one and receive an S-rank, head through this door to find a run-down set of dressing rooms, with the secret minigame room to your left.
Entering this room will reveal an "original" minigame that came before the version you played on Tenna's show. At first, you won't have a controller to play it, but leaving the room will reveal an "Odd Controller" on the floor. Pick it up and return to the previous room to start playing the original minigame.
If you didn't achieve an S-rank initially, you have two options: replay this part of the chapter until you get one, or pay 1,500 points to the Point Merchant south of the Green Room. If you have 1,500 points, head out of the Green Room's south exit and follow the hallway until you find a golden Tenna statue. Turning right here will lead you to the merchant, who'll let you achieve S-rank immediately in exchange for 1,500 points. Now, you can access the "S" room without any issues.
Finding the Ice Key
During this first minigame, you'll play as Kris only, with no Susie or Ralsei to follow you. The map is almost identical to the one you played during the chapter's first round. Rather than exploring a map to get points, though, your job is to level up Kris by defeating enemies so you can be strong enough to find the Ice Key.
What's the catch, then? you don't have a sword to fight them with. At least, not at first. You can find a sword by heading south from the map's entrance until you see a fish in a pond. From here, head left, south twice, east, then south one last time to find a staircase leading to your sword. With your new weapon in hand, it's time to grind levels.
Finding the Ice Key requires reaching max level with Kris. Defeating every enemy on the map, including fish, flowers, and those odd purple guys, will bring you to level three. Once you hit level three, head to the easternmost side of the map to find a long path leading to two cactus. By this point, you'll be strong enough to cut this down, letting you explore a new region and defeat its enemies for your final level.
Once you reach max level, head back to the path with the two cactuses. Standing in front of where the cactuses were, use your newfound strength to cut through the trees directly south of you. You'll need to continue this until you pass through around four to five screens. After some time, you'll find a treasure chest containing the Ice Key, knocking out the first of three items required to find Deltarune Chapter 3's secret ending and boss.
This article is being updated over time as more information is revealed.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:15 PM
Each time you venture around Castle Town in Deltarune, you'll uncover more questions than answers about what's going on, what secrets lie in this area, and how to find more information. If you've completed Chapter 3 and started exploring Castle Town, you'll spot a new and peculiar TV building.
Inside this TV building, you'll encounter a room that you initially can't access called Mike's Room. It requires a special code to enter, but knowing what this is poses a major challenge. Let's find out what Mike's Room code is during Deltarune Chapter 4.
What is Mike's Room code in Deltarune Chapter 4?
Mike's Room code is 6453. You'll find phone numbers throughout the chapter that correspond to each number, allowing you to stitch together the code and discover the secrets beyond this door. After entering the new TV building and proceeding to the "Mike" door, you'll be given the option to enter this code and progress further.
There is a possibility that multiple codes work for this particular door. For example, some players within the community have reported using different codes, such as 5962, to unlock this door. While 6453 worked for us, you can try using 5962 as an alternative in case the former doesn't work for you.
At the time of writing, there is limited information available on the secret boss in Chapter 4 and other Easter eggs present in the chapter. While there is a high chance that Mike's room is linked to Deltarune Chapter 4's secret boss in some way, there is no official confirmation on this for the time being. Nonetheless, we, alongside the community, are actively working to uncover more secrets as the game continues to skyrocket in popularity following Chapters 3 and 4's official release. We'll continue updating this page as we discover more details.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:02 PM
The summer 2025 gaming season is now in full swing, thanks in large part to the PlayStation 5 State of Play on June 4.
This live stream put on by PlayStation kicks off weeks of content surrounding Summer Game Fest and other showcases, like Xbox's on June 9. But for PS5 gamers, this State of Play has been a long time coming, with lots of 2025's release schedule still up in the air.
Gamers everywhere are ready for some big announcements from PlayStation and its partners, so follow along here on this live blog to see what is announced and shown during the show, which clocks in at over 40 minutes long.
God of War? Final Fantasy? Resident Evil? Marvel's Wolverine? Ghost of Yotei? Tune in or follow along to see what Sony has up its sleeves for 2025 and beyond.
You can watch the full showcase above, or scroll below to see every announcement separately.
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June 2025 State of Play announcements
The State of Play is live on Twitch and YouTube.
Lumines Arise - Announce Trailer
Kicking off the show, Sony led the festivities with a new entry in the Lumines series, Lumines Arise, coming to PS5 and PS VR 2 later this year. It gave some big Tetris Effect vibes, and this is a spiritual successor to that title, according to the devs.
Pragmata - New trailer and release window
The show continued with a futuristic-looking ad, featuring an entity called Delphi Corporation. Lo and behold, it's the first look at Capcom title Pragmata, featuring an astronaut and an AI that looks and sounds like a little girl. It's now due to come out in 2026 after being delayed.
Romeo is a Dead Man - Announce Trailer
Batting third in this State of Play, a very unique-looking title with a very distinct style, so naturally it's from Suda51 and Grasshopper Manufacture. Romeo is a Dead Man looks to feature third-person shooter and hack-and-slash gameplay and is coming in 2026.
Silent Hill f - New trailer and release date
Silent Hill f continued the trend of stunning Japanese games, creeping everybody out with a new look at the horror franchise's next entry, showing off some third-person gameplay with horrifying and grotesque enemies. The end of the video confirmed a Sept. 25 release date.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement - Announce trailer
MetroidVania? Yes please. This 16h century Bloodstained sequel also sports its own version of creepy-looking enemies and an anime aesthetic, along with co-op gameplay for at least two players.
Digmon Story: Time Stranger - Release date trailer
Digimon, digital monsters, back in 2025. What a time to be alive. The third-person action/adventure game sports the classic franchise's visual style coming to PS5 on Oct. 3.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles - Announce trailer
An all-time favorite FF, remastered, and coming in just a few months. It also has a faithful recreation of the 1997 original, and it launches on PS5 and PS4 on Sept. 30.
Baby Steps - New trailer
Oh, this one is looking funny. An open world "walking simulator" where walking is never as easy as it looks. It comes to PS5 on Sept. 8.
Hirogami - Announce trailer
This beautiful-looking origami-inspired game puts the paper in your hands, allowing you to morph into different paper shapes, coming to PS5 on Sept. 3.
Everybody's Golf Hot Shots - New trailer
Golf time! Weather effects, nighttime variants, and a pre-order unlockable of Pac-Man as a playable character all coming to PS5 on Sept. 5.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound - Release date trailer
Blasphemous makers take on the Ninja Gaiden franchise in this 2D-sidescrolling action that features a soundtrack with guest composers from the original series. It's coming to PS5 and PS4 on July 31.
Cairn - Demo trailer
"A survival-climbing experience" puts you in control of a climber making their way up a deadly mountain. A playable demo arrives today, but the game launches on Nov. 5.
Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection - Announce trailer
GET OVER HERE! A very special collection of Mortal Kombat games, "the most komplete kollection ever," combines classic titles and their arcade, console, and handheld editions, now with online play.
PlayStation Fight Stick - Project Defiant
A quick reveal showed off a slick-looking wireless fight stick, the first ever from PlayStation, coming soon.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - Gameplay trailer
The incredibly faithful-looking MGS3 remake got a new look, showing off a ton of different gameplay segments and cutscenes ahead of its launch in August. Snake vs. Monkey mode is back, too. And was that a teaser for Metal Gear Online at the end.
Nioh 3 - Announce trailer
Shogun battles against demons and more! NIOH 3 is real! And a PS5 demo is available today ahead of its launch in 2026.
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow - Reveal trailer
Vertigo Games showed off its next VR title, a stealth game in collaboration with Eidos Montreal. It's a PS VR 2 Thief game, Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow.
Tides of Tomorrow - Announce trailer
Following different players to unlock their story and see their truth. Sounds interesting, and it looks like it could be a good one. Check out this trailer to get an idea of the concept this game's looking for.
Astro Bot - Five new challenge levels
New special bots (like Atsu from Ghost of Yotei) arrive alongside five new levels in the 2024 game of the year later this month, and the Astro Bot DualSense controller is coming back to stores.
Sea of Remnants - Announce trailer
Pirates! And a real catchy song. We have Sea of Thieves at home now, and this one has mermaids and giant crab battles when it drops in 2026.
Sword of the Sea - Announce trailer
Jenova Chen is back with a stunning-looking new title. The maker of Journey and Flower looks to push games as an artform into a new decade. And it's coming out on Aug. 19 into PlayStation Plus Game Catalog.
New PS Plus offerings
Another game catalog title, the co-op title set in the world of Control, is launching day one on June 17. Meanwhile Deus Ex: The Conspiracy, Twisted Metal 3, Twisted Metal 4, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, Myst, and Riven are coming to the subscription service as classic titles.
007 First Light - First trailer
The name's Bond. James Bond. And he's coming to PS5 in an original origin story from the makers of Hitman that's looking exceptionally cinematic. Gunplay, car chases, stealth, and of course, lots of pretty ladies mark the first look trailer. It's coming to PS5 in 2026 and you can see more of it at the IO Interactive showcase later this week.
Ghost of Yotei - New teaser and deep dive
The anticipated Ghost of Tsushima sequel coming later this year got a fresh new look towards the end of the show, teasing a wolf companion for main character Atsu in the PS5 exclusive. A gameplay deep dive for the title is coming in July.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls - Announce trailer
What happens when Marvel goes anime and fighting game all at the same time? And it's made by Arc System Works in tandem with PlayStation? THIS. And it looks incredible. Four-vs-four (whoa) tag team battles featuring classic heroes like Iron Man, Spider-Man, Storm, Captain America, Doctor Doom, Star-Lord, Ms. Marvel, Ghost Rider, and more mark this wild-looking game that will surely set the FGC ablaze.
It's coming to PS5 and PC in 2026. A banger to close out the show.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 5:33 PM
The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived and it's full of a good amount of customization options for gamers everywhere to make playing on the handheld console as fun and easy as possible.
As an accessibility setting, you can remap every button on the Nintendo Switch 2's JoyCons or other controllers to help customize your gaming experience to best suit your needs. There's a setting within the console to help you realize your gaming potential, and we've got all the info you need about how to do it.
Here's how to remap and swap buttons on the Nintendo Switch 2.
How to customize buttons on Nintendo Switch 2
To remap the buttons on your Nintendo Switch 2 controllers, open up your System Settings menu from the Home screen (the gray cog wheel icon), scroll down to Accessibility, and then select Button Mapping.
On the next screen, you can select which controller you want to remap, including the left or right JoyCon, plus the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, and any other controller that you may have registered on the Switch 2.
When you choose a controller, you can then select each individual button and swap it with another one. If you want to register the left stick click as ZL instead, you can do it, and so on. You can also edit the Control Stick Settings to swap left and right sticks or change the orientation of how you're holding the controller by 90 degrees.
This setting is awesome for players of all kinds, helping anyone play the way they want to play when it comes to enjoying Nintendo Switch 2 and its lineup of titles.
There are some other options on how to map buttons on Switch 2, including assigning the GL/GR backpaddle buttons on the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. This can be done for every single game you play by holding down the Home button on the Pro Controller while in-game and then selecting which button you'd like to use on each backpaddle.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:53 PM
What good is a big W in gaming if you can't share it online and boast about it to friends and enemies alike?
Thankfully, the Nintendo Switch 2, like its predecessor, has a button for screenshotting anything that happens in your games. But to share the screenshots, you need to take some steps to get them onto a smart device so that you can then post them online.
Here's everything you need to know about how to take screenshots on the Nintendo Switch 2, upload them, and download them on to your devices so you can share them with friends.
How to download and upload screenshots on Nintendo Switch 2
To view and download your Nintendo Switch 2 screenshots, you need the Nintendo Switch mobile app for Android or iOS. Screenshots you take on your Switch 2 must be uploaded to the app so you can then download them from the app onto your smart phone and use them how you like.
To find the app, search "Nintendo Switch" on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, download it onto your smart device, and log in with the same Nintendo Online account that you're using on your Switch 2.
To take a screenshot on Switch 2, use the screenshot button (the square button with a circle inside on the left JoyCon or left side of the Pro Controller). To upload it, access the Album button from the Home menu, or press the Home button shortly after screenshotting.
From your Album, select the screenshot you want and press A to open up its Menu. Then, select Upload to Smart Device to find it on your Nintendo Switch app on your phone.
In the mobile app, select the bottom right Album icon (it's the same as it is on the Switch 2) to see all of your uploaded screenshots. You can select each screenshot individually to download them onto your device, or press Share to open up your device's sharing options.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:52 PM
The Destroyer Evolution is available in EA FC 25, and it offers a free upgrade choice to players for improving their Ultimate Team squad.
The latest evolution has been released ahead of season eight, and you won't have to spend any coins. In return, your chosen card will get plenty of great upgrades including stat boosts, new roles, and playstyles. This guide will help you to narrow down on the best possible choices to include in the evolution.
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EA FC 25 Destroyer Evolution requirements
Here are the requirements of the Destroyer Evolution in EA FC 25.
EA FC 25 Destroyer Evolution upgrades
There are five levels of upgrades, and here are the requirements.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 5 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade conditions
Level 2 upgrade conditions
Level 3 upgrade conditions
Level 4 upgrade conditions
Level 5 upgrade conditions
Best players to use in Destroyer Evolution
Here are some of the best players to use in this evolution.
Your club's evo chain candidates can provide unique solutions exclusive to your Ultimate Team squad.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:46 PM
Even though Disney Dreamlight Valley launched in 2022, the community is still alive and well, thanks to its continuous updates. We've witnessed the introduction of numerous new characters and realms, and now, we're on the brink of another thrilling expansion. Let's talk about Disney Dreamlight Valley's next update.
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Disney Dreamlight Valley's next update release date
The next DDV update, ''Mysteries of Skull Rock," will be released on June 18, 2025. This patch marks the arrival of Peter Pan and the continuation of the Forgotten's storyline. The Mysteries of Skull Rock update will launch at 8am CT to align with previous updates.
Unlike the previous Tales of Agrabah and Wonderland Whimsy updates, there is no new realm door to explore this time. Instead, you'll delve into Skull Rock and discover a pirate's cove. This cove is where most of the update's events will take place, particularly with Peter Pan and the Forgotten's quests.
Alongside Peter Pan's introduction and The Forgotten's expanded storyline, we're also getting the Adventures in Never Land Star Path. It'll include everything from mermaid cosmetics to pirate outfits to fit Skull Rock's theme.
You can recruit the two characters to the Valley after you've completed their designated challenges. More Friendship Quests will also unlock when reaching milestones in your relationship. Each level typically rewards you with character-themed items, including clothing and furniture.
In past updates, Disney Dreamlight Valley introduced several new characters, including Jasmine and Aladdin, as well as the Cheshire Cat and Alice. We've also received new gameplay features, such as Floating Islands, DreamSnaps, and Daisy's Boutique challenges, to give us different activities beyond befriending villagers.
Gameloft has also confirmed, through a Free Content Roadmap blog post, that we'll receive another Summer 2025 update alongside Autumn and Winter updates. The Storybook Vale's storyline finale also has a confirmed release date of July 9.
While we don't know the official release dates for Disney Dreamlight Valley's Autumn and Winter content updates, we anticipate they'll launch sometime in October and December, respectively.
All previous Disney Dreamlight Valley updates
Over time, Disney Dreamlight Valley has introduced dozens of new characters, several realms, and paid expansion packs to turn a seemingly simplistic life simulation game into a complex series of quests. Every major DDV update adds at least one or two characters, some cooking and crafting recipes, and plenty of cosmetic items to make your village a little more interesting.
Here's a complete list of every major update that's released so far, including those planned for release:
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:13 PM
Part of Deltarune's charm lies in being able to take in its unique visuals, look closely for any secrets, and immerse yourself in its world. By default, though, it'll launch with a small, minimized screen, with no clear indicators on how to enter fullscreen.
Fortunately, not all hope is lost. There are a few quick and easy ways to enter fullscreen mode while playing Deltarune on any platform. That way, you'll be able to see everything regardless of whether you're new and trying out the game for the first time or a returning player hopping into a newly released chapter.
How to set Deltarune to fullscreen mode
There are three options you can use to set Deltarune to fullscreen mode:
The easiest option of these three for PC players is to press F4. Normally, the fullscreen option on Windows is F11, but Deltarune has it set to F4 instead. Pressing this will instantly set your game to fullscreen. You can also use Alt and Enter simultaneously to achieve the same effect.
Alternatively, if you're using a controller and don't have easy access to a keyboard and mouse, you can use Deltarune's in-game config menu to set fullscreen mode to "on." Here's a complete step-by-step to doing so:
You'll also find options for turning auto-run on and off, adjusting your volume, and fine-tuning your controls as needed. Otherwise, you'll now have fullscreen display active, allowing you to see Deltarune's visuals much clearer. Similarly, you can reverse it at any point using any of these three options if you prefer its smaller display.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 2:11 PM
On June 3, we finally got to see The Witcher 4 up close, albeit in the form of a vertical slice and a tech demo that demonstrates its use of the latest Unreal Engine 5. What CDPR presented was some of the most awesome and most advanced gameplay to date—but given past experiences, I'd rather be cautious than optimistic.
During State of the Unreal, CD Projekt Red gave a live presentation of The Witcher 4's technical capabilities, utilizing the latest and greatest version of Unreal Engine 5 to demonstrate just how far we've come. From realistic movement, physics, environments, simulated LOD that looks great from any distance, and some of the most interactive and dynamic NPCs ever shown on screen, CDPR certainly is going all out on this title.
They manage this, too, while keeping the game running at a smooth 60 fps on the base PS5, all the while having ray tracing turned, a fact even more impressive than the tech demo itself. The developers also retained the charming and recognizable art direction inaugurated by the previous game, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, though with different cultural and societal characteristics as we are no longer in Old Temeria, but far up north in the forested, snowy Kovir that carries heavy inspirations from trade principalities of Baltic Russia.
The world feels responsive, it looks good, and Ciri, the protagonist, interacts with the world, as do all the NPCs we saw, in an organic and direct manner. You bumped into a man carrying a bunch of apples? Well, he just dropped the crate and children are flocking like birds to peck away and steal what they can. Guards spit at you for being a filthy mutant, and merchants convince passers-by that their piece of fish is the best in town in natural exchanges. The world, simply put, is alive.
However, CDPR soon pointed out that this is not, in fact, part of The Witcher 4 proper. It's a specialized tech demo and a vertical slice that serves to showcase the various new and existing Unreal Engine technologies utilized in the company's new game. While it is a sneak peek of what may come, it's still a prepared, baked, and decorative showcase, not the actual game. And this immediately awoke my fears, built on past experiences with CDPR's demos and showcases, that always somehow wound up being radically different than the actual game.
Think of 2014's E3 (RIP) demonstration of The Witcher 3. We were given realistic lighting, volumetric smoke and clouds, realistic water simulation, better graphics, almost an entirely different environmental engine, and so much more, that made The Witcher 3 look as one of the best games ever conceived. Novigrad's textures would not look the way they did in that 2014 promo until 2022, when the Next Gen update for The Witcher 3 came out, while other systems I mentioned above are still absent from the game, no matter how hard modders tried to make up for them.
Downgrades in CDPR titles do not end there, however. Back in 2018, we saw the first extended demo of Cyberpunk 2077, a game so ambitious it ended up being its undoing (at least initially). Crowd simulations, graphics, combat, and the now infamous wall climbing mechanics were all there in the demos and showreels, but never in the actual game. What's worse, we even saw a lot of story and RPG elements that promised endless freedom of choice and consequence, but what we received was a mostly linear game where lifestyles only changed the intro and some dialogue choices, if that.
Cyberpunk 2077's high ambitions, nowhere near the stuff we saw in this new demo, also led to its incredibly poor launch, delisting from the PlayStation store, and countless refunds, controversies, and years of poor performance and reputation. It took the company until patch 2.0, several years down the line, to fix what they could, but the game's advertised depth remained absent, which could very well happen to The Witcher 4 if the company doesn't play its cards right this time around.
Thankfully, CDPR, having learned from its own past mistakes, has clearly defined what it showed as a demo and nothing else, but the fact remains that the company showed it knowing full well people would be sold on it as soon as they saw it. After all, what we saw today, though impressive and beyond anything we are used to in games, is marketing and an effort to hype up the upcoming title. And hype is at an all-time high, with CDPR not having a lot of wiggle room left in the trust department to disappoint once again.
And to avoid being disappointed for the third time, let us instead be cautious. I will certainly curb my excitement for the game, even though The Witcher 3 is my favorite title of all time. After all, downgrades and marketing have fooled me enough times as is, and I would rather be satisfied with whatever CDPR delivers, than overestimate and expect that which, if the past is anything to go by, often never comes.
What do you think? Will The Witcher 4 manage to deliver on the ambitions it flaunted today? Let us know below.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:50 PM
Nintendo Switch 2's coolest new feature is Game Chat, allowing you to hang out with friends and talk with them while you play games.
Game Chat increases the fun by allowing you to hook up a USB-C webcam so you can see your friends and even their game screens as you play. This is totally optional, too, and you can just use plain old voice chat like the old days as well.
But to use Game Chat, there are a few prerequisites and things to know beforehand. Here's how to access Game Chat and use voice chat on Nintendo Switch 2.
How to use Game Chat on Nintendo Switch 2
First, you need a webcam that connects via USB-C. Connect it to the Nintendo Switch 2 while in docked mode via the USB-C port on the top of the console, like in the stock image above from Nintendo. You will also need a smart device, like a smartphone, to sign up.
Next, press the C button on your right JoyCon or Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. This will initialize the Game Chat setup. Agree to the Game Chat terms of service, and then use your smart phone to scan the QR code that appears on screen.
Log in to your Nintendo account and then enter in your phone number to link Game Chat to your account. You will receive a code via text message that you must enter on the Nintendo website on your smart device to link your Nintendo Online account to Game Chat.
Once linked, you can then access your friends list to choose who you approve to invite and accept invites from on your friends list. Once the setup is complete, any time you want to use Game Chat, simply press the C button.
Pressing the C button will bring up the above menu that allows you to Create Chat or access the Chat List. In the Chat List, you can find any Game Chats you have been invited to. When you Create Chat, you choose which friends you want to invite to your chat session.
Voice chat will work via the webcam hooked up to your Switch 2, or you can use an approved microphone or wired headset with microphone plugged into your Pro Controller. Other in-game voice chat possibilities will be on a per-game basis.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 1:50 PM
The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally arrived, and the super upgraded Switch supports the vast majority of the original console's games on top of any new ones coming out, like Mario Kart World.
If you're upgrading from Switch 1 to Switch 2 and no longer need the old console or just want to play all of your games and data on the new one, there's a handy and simple data transfer operation that you can do once you have both consoles next to each other.
Here's what you need to do to transfer save data from Nintendo Switch 1 to Switch 2.
How to transfer data from Nintendo Switch 1 to Switch 2
The data transfer operation is part of the initial setup process of the Nintendo Switch 2 when you originally turn it on, but if you missed it or had to skip it, here's how to start it again. First, you will need both consoles in the direct vicinity of one another. Then, here's what to do:
At this point, you'll need your Switch 1 (or other Switch device) open and powered on. On the device you're receiving data from:
Alternatively, you can also trigger the Switch 1 to transfer data to the Switch 2 like this:
Once you're started, follow the directions on-screen for both devices and the the data transfer will begin. Once complete, unfortunately, you will have to then re-download any digital games that you had on the Switch 1 and transferred to the Switch 2, but your save data from all your games should be available on the Switch 2 now.
Enjoy your docked or handheld console gaming!
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:34 PM
The Disney Dreamlight Valley team aired a developer update today, and it provided a look at everything we can expect to see arriving in the valley soon. One of the biggest announcements is the continuation of the main storyline as we finally unlock the ability to travel inside Skull Rock.
Skull Rock will open in the Mysteries of Skull Rock update for Disney Dreamlight Valley, arriving on June 18. This iconic location from Peter Pan is bringing with it the film's protagonist and a surprising second villager—our old friend, The Forgotten.
The last Dreamlight Valley story quest, not including DLCs since they follow a separate narrative, was released with The Remembering update on June 7, 2023. This quest is called Between Skull Rock and a Hard Place, and during it, Skull Rock moved to open up slightly. Since then, we've all been eager to venture inside Skull Rock and discover what might be hiding inside.
After waiting just under two years, the Mysteries of Skull Rock update is opening Skull Rock and freeing Peter Pan. He's the main new villager featured in this update, and he's bringing with him the lost boy's tree as his house, plus several friendship rewards to unlock.
The second character included in this update is The Forgotten. Our dark, shadowy counterpart has been wandering the valley aimlessly since the last story quest, so with this update, we can finally befriend them, name them, and help them find purpose in the village as we continue the main storyline alongside them.
All new updates also bring with them fresh Star Path events to complete, and this one is no exception. The Adventures in Neverland Star Path is adding plenty of pirate and mermaid-themed items to the valley, inspired by Peter Pan. This event features new Dream Styles for Minnie Mouse and Goofy, a pirate Monkey companion, a bubble-blowing conch machine, and much more.
Critter companions are currently just adorable sidekicks who follow us around the valley, but they're getting a massive upgrade in the next update. All critters will have friendship levels and rewards, similar to those villagers possess, after this update launches.
As you hang out with your critter friends, your friendship will increase, and they'll help you gather resources around the valley. We'll also be able to name all companions who don't have preset names from Disney films like Hei Hei and Pua.
The first dog critter companion is being added with this update, and it's none other than Prince Eric's loyal dog Max from The Little Mermaid. He's part of a Premium Shop bundle, so you have to spend Moonstones to add him to your collection. He can dig up nearby digging spots, so he's both adorable and incredibly helpful.
Shortly after the Mysteries of Skull Rock update, we're also getting the finale of The Storybook Vale DLC with The Unwritten Realms update on July 9. It's bringing with it Maleficent, whom we met during The Mistress of All Evil quest, and Princess Aurora from The Sleeping Beauty.
Even more DDV update content beyond this was teased as a vague roadmap for the rest of 2025 was unveiled. Later on in summer 2025, we'll "get in touch with our emotions," which seems to be an Inside Out-related teaser.
Fall 2025 will have us venturing back into The Beauty and the Beast Realm to meet an "enchanting new duo," likely Lumiere and Cogsworth, all while a "thrilling" Star Path event also unfolds. Lastly, winter 2025 will make our "dreams come true" with another villager, seemingly Cinderella, based on her carriage and the reference to the song "A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes."
There's lots to look forward to, and a showcase stream is already set for sometime later in the year to unveil even more details. Showcase events usually unveil a new DLC, so the valley has quite a bright future, packed with plenty of content to look forward to.
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Destructoid Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:16 PM
How do you feel about game-to-movie adaptations, Destructoid? While I may have some strong and negative opinions about, say, anime-to-live-action adaptations, I'm actually quite impressed by many recent movies and TV shows that originated from popular games.
Occasionally, I'll hear news of a game I never expected to get a movie or TV show adaptation, only to find out it's getting one within the year. I was even surprised to hear about Phasmophobia getting a movie adaptation in partnership with Blumhouse. While there are a ton of mediocre options out there, there's also plenty of fantastic movie and TV show options to check out.
One of my favorites is, of course, the most recent and ongoing Sonic the Hedgehog movies. I'll be honest: I initially expected these to either stray too far from the game series' main themes or give off uncanny valley vibes, leaving me pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed the first two. I haven't had a chance to watch the third one yet, but I'll get there soon.
We also can't forget some older works that pioneered the game-to-movie adaptation movement, with the 1995 Mortal Kombat film perhaps being one of the most beloved examples. Although I haven't personally seen this particular Mortal Kombat adaptation, it gets a special shoutout for being a fan favorite within my family.
Although it isn't out just yet at the time of writing, I'm also looking forward to a recently announced Elden Ring movie. I've never touched Elden Ring, but I'm fascinated by its world and how it could look on the big screen. While it could end up being terrible, it could just as easily be one of the greatest game-to-movie adaptations ever created.
All of this isn't even accounting for games that have been adapted into TV shows. I could go on for hours about how much I enjoyed shows like Arcane, Fallout, and Cyberpunk Edgerunners. The list goes on, and that's not even mentioning shows like The Last of Us that I've yet to watch but am often reminded of by friends and family.
What are some of your favorite game-to-movie adaptations, Destructoid? Do you have some upcoming films you're looking forward to? We'd love to hear more in the comments below!
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WGB Wednesday, June 4, 2025 6:10 PM I really didn't see this one coming at the latest PlayStation State of Play: Sony has teamed up with Arc System Works to create a brand new fighting game set in the Marvel Universe The new game – due to launch sometime in 2026 for PS5, Steam and Epic – features Japanese versions of classic […] |
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