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GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 9:52 PM Code Vein II Review       Despite the odd performance issue, Code Vein II provides a solid Soulslike adventure that packs a stylish anime flair. The post Code Vein II Review appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 7:20 PM KartRider Rush+ (KRR+) Season 37 "Dessert" Update Live       NEXON's electrifying mobile racer KartRider Rush+ (KRR+) has launched Season 37 "Dessert," bringing with it new tracks, karts, and racers. The post KartRider Rush+ (KRR+) Season 37 "Dessert" Update Live appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:47 PM IMPRINT – A ZA/UM Devcast Series Revealed       A new podcast series by ZA/UM Studio (Disco Elysium: The Final Cut), IMPRINT - A ZA/UM Studio Devcast has released its first two episodes. The post IMPRINT – A ZA/UM Devcast Series Revealed appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:16 PM PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Update 40.1 Update Live       Update 40.1 for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS is now available, bringing Spring Fest 2026 and the launch of the PUBG Bridge website. The post PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Update 40.1 Update Live appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 5:30 PM 90s Arcade-Style Racer 4PGP: Four-Player Grand Prix Now Available       Featuring contributions from racing game icons Kenji Sasaki and Tomoyuki "Muu" Kawamura, 3goo's multiplayer 90s arcade-style racer 4PGP: Four-Player Grand Prix is now available. The post 90s Arcade-Style Racer 4PGP: Four-Player Grand Prix Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:29 PM CAA Signs Agreement With Sassy Chap Games       Led by acclaimed Professional Voice Actors Robbie Daymond and Ray Chase, Sassy Chap Games has signed an agreement with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) to represent the company's growing portfolio. The post CAA Signs Agreement With Sassy Chap Games appeared first on GamersHeroes.

GamersHeroes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:09 PM Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 Dr. Newman Video Released       For the third consecutive week, a new video for Mob Entertainment's indie mascot horror thriller Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 has appeared, this time focusing on Dr. Newman. The post Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 Dr. Newman Video Released appeared first on GamersHeroes.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 8:19 PM Valve Says Its New Console Plays The 'Majority' Of Steam Games At 4K 60FPS With FSR       It sounds too good to be true The post Valve Says Its New Console Plays The 'Majority' Of Steam Games At 4K 60FPS With FSR appeared first on Kotaku.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 7:50 PM The AI-Fueled PC Gaming Shortage Just Delayed Valve's Steam Machine       The console-like gaming PCs won't be coming in early 2026 as originally planned The post The AI-Fueled PC Gaming Shortage Just Delayed Valve's Steam Machine appeared first on Kotaku.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 4:38 PM Why Blizzard Says It's Been Making Overwatch Heroes Hotter       Blizzard says that it's hoping for more character diversity moving forward The post Why Blizzard Says It's Been Making <em>Overwatch</em> Heroes Hotter appeared first on Kotaku.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 4:18 PM Terminally Ill Fan Spending Final Days Playing Doom And The Devs Want Him To Know He's Not Alone       'You are not alone in that hospital room' replied series co-creator John Romero to the dying fan on Reddit The post Terminally Ill Fan Spending Final Days Playing <i>Doom</i> And The Devs Want Him To Know He's Not Alone appeared first on Kotaku.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 4:09 PM Nintendo's Stock Price Nosedives Despite Switch 2's Complete Dominance       Also, Black Myth: Wukong might be the console's next big port The post Nintendo's Stock Price Nosedives Despite Switch 2's Complete Dominance appeared first on Kotaku.

Kotaku Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:15 PM Former Konami Composer Wins $2,600 For 'Emotional Distress' Over Abandoned Crowdfunding Game       The dream of Steam Pilots is long gone but the legal battle only just wrapped up The post Former Konami Composer Wins $2,600 For 'Emotional Distress' Over Abandoned Crowdfunding Game appeared first on Kotaku.

PCGamesN Wednesday, February 4, 2026 5:00 PM The new French social media restrictions (and possible VPN ban) make me think the idealistic vision of the internet is now dead       France has voted to ban social media access for people under 15, just as Australia did last year. VPNs will give the only viable workaround.

Siliconera Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:00 PM Pokemon Center Stocks 30th Anniversary Collection With Pikachu Faces       The Pokemon Company International announced that the online Pokemon Center storefront is now selling a 30th anniversary merchandise collection that features stylized versions of Pikachu's face. This is an updated version of a logo that also appeared for the 25th anniversary, only with the numbers 3 and 0 appearing on the character's cheeks in place of the 2 and 5 from that year. If people buy at least one item from this collection, regardless of price, they will get a metallic, shiny sticker of the logo while supplies last or by March 4, 2026, whichever comes first. There are 14 pieces of merchandise in this Pokemon 30th anniversary collection. Most of them feature the latest logo set against black backgrounds. The least expensive item is a set of 65 card sleeves to be used with the trading card game for $7.99. The most expensive is a unisex black sweatshirt for $59.99.  Here's the full list of items that are available to choose from: Black Sweatshirt (Adult Sizes Small to 4XL): $59.99 Black or Teal T-Shirt (Adult Sizes Small to 5XL): $24.99 Crop Top Sweatshirt (Women's Sizes XS to 3XL): $34.99 Enamel Pin: $9.99 Flat-Bill Hat (Adult Size): $24.99 Insulated Tumbler: $29.99 Lanyard with Pin: $34.99 Navy Tank Top (Adult Sizes Small to 4XL): $19.99 Ornament: $16.99 Spiral Notebook (200 pages): $19.99 Stemless Glasses (Set of Two): $19.99 TCG Card Sleeves: $7.99 TCG Double Deck Box: $12.99 Here's how all of those items look, as well as the bonus sticker that is a free gift with any purchase from this collection. Images via The Pokemon Company International The actual 30th anniversary of the series falls on February 27, 2026. That's also when the New York and San Francisco Nintendo Stores will hold special events. Ahead of that, there will be an ad during Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026.  The Pokemon 30th Anniversary Collection merchandise is available via the Pokemon Center store now, and Pokemon Day 2026 falls on February 27, 2026.  The post Pokemon Center Stocks 30th Anniversary Collection With Pikachu Faces appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Wednesday, February 4, 2026 5:00 PM Next Final Fantasy Tactics Mini Figures Are Ramza, Agrias, Goffard       Square Enix and Taito announced the characters who will be part of the second Final Fantasy Tactics Miniature Figure Collection, and volume two includes Ramza Beoulve, Agrias Oaks, and Goffard Gaffgarion. It will appear in Japanese arcades in the middle of February 2026. While they aren't showing up on the Amazon storefront for a worldwide release, Aitai Kuji is selling them for ¥3,000 (~$19.25) each and shipping them in March 2026. Like the first run, there are only three characters in the Final Fantasy Tactics Miniature Figure Collection volume two, and Ramza again appears as a fixture. Here, he's wearing his Lugria mercenary armor, while the original featured him in his more formal Beoulve attire. Agrias and Goffard are in their standard costumes. All three are armed and holding swords. They'll each stand at about three inches (eight centimeters) tall.  Here's how they all look: Image via Square Enix and Taito As a reminder, the first run focused on characters as they initially appeared in the game. In addition to the other Ramza, his sister Alma Beoulve and Delita Heiral were part of that collection. The Final Fantasy Tactics Miniature Collection volume two figures of Ramza, Agrias, and Goffard will debut in Japan in February 2026. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is available worldwide onthe Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The post Next Final Fantasy Tactics Mini Figures Are Ramza, Agrias, Goffard appeared first on Siliconera.

Siliconera Wednesday, February 4, 2026 4:00 PM Kagurabachi Chokonose Figures Are Chihiro Rokuhira and Togo Shiba       Shueisha announced that Sega's first two Kagurabachi Chokonose figures will be of the manga's star Chihiro Rokuhira and his ally Togo Shiba. These will both be available starting at the end of July 2026 as prizes in crane games and Japanese arcades. The company's figures like this do tend to appear worldwide at various storefronts like Amazon and occasionally as prizes at places like Round 1, so we could see them later in 2026 everywhere as well. The Sega Chokonose figures are sort of like noodle stopper ones, as they're designed to show characters in sitting positions. Both of them sit at about seven centimeters tall (under three inches). Chihiro is sitting straight up and down, with his arms crossed over his chest. He's also holding the Enchanted Blade Enten, with it in its scabbard in his right hand, and seems alert. Togo is in a more casual pose. His legs are crossed, and he's not holding any weapons.  Here's how both of them look: Images via Sega and Shueisha While we have started to see Kagurabachi figures before, they tend to be of Chihiro. For example, there's a Nendoroid of him on the way. This is one of first instances of a supporting cast member like Togo getting this kind of merchandise.  The Kagurabachi Chokonose Chihiro Rokuhira and Togo Shiba figures will launch in Japan in late July 2026. The manga is handled by Viz Media outside of Japan. There's no anime adaptation yet. The post Kagurabachi Chokonose Figures Are Chihiro Rokuhira and Togo Shiba appeared first on Siliconera.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 5:12 PM All Specializations in Dune Awakening and how they work       The Chapter 3 update in Dune Awakening has introduced the Specializations system that allows you to customize your endgame builds with plenty of freedom. Specializations are endgame abilities that have different categories. You have to equip them based on what type of build you want to run. Plenty of XP is also required to unlock more Specializations, and getting all of them unlocked can be quite a grind. Table of contents Complete list of Specializations in Dune Awakening Crafting Combat Exploration Gathering Sabotage Complete list of Specializations in Dune Awakening Specializations are available in the five following categories. Crafting Combat Exploration Gathering Sabotage Every category has 41 different options that offer various bonuses and added benefits. Crafting Image via Funcom If you're someone who loves to trade a lot in Dune Awakening, you'll love the Crafting Specializations. You'll craft better items while using materials much more efficiently. The items you make are much more durable, and there are bonuses applicable for refining/recycling products. Ranged Augmentation Limit: Ranged Augmentation Limit: +1 Melee Augmentation Limit: Melee Augmentation Limit: +1 Repair Master: Max Durability Loss: -5.0% Consumable Batch Crafting: Batch Crafting Chance: +25.0% Garment Augmentation Limit: Garment Augmentation Limit: +1 Superior Spice Yield: Bonus Spice Refining Yield Chance: +10.0% Recycling Yield: Recycling Yield: +33.3% Recycling Jackpot: Recycle Jackpot Chance: +5.0% Efficient Machinery: Increases the speed of all crafting and refining Augment Fabrication Mastery: Improved Augment Chance: +5.0% Superior Chemical Yield: Bonus Chemical Refining Yield Chance: +30.0% Augment Cost Reduction: Augment Fabrication Cost: -10.0% Repair Master: Max Durability Loss: -5.0% Melee Augmentation Limit: Melee Augmentation Limit: +1 Ranged Augmentation Limit: Ranged Augmentation Limit: +1 Augment Fabrication Mastery: Improved Augment Chance: +2.5% Recycling Jackpot: Recycle Jackpot Chance: +5.0%. Efficient Machinery: Increases the speed of all crafting and refining Recycling Yield: Recycling Yield: +33.3% Garment Augmentation Limit: Garment Augmentation Limit: +1 Superior Spice Yield: Bonus Spice Refining Yield Chance: +10.0% Repair Master: Max Durability Loss: -5.0% Fragment Upgrading: Unlocks a recipe in the Advanced Survival Fabricator Augment Fabrication Mastery: Improved Augment Chance: +2.5% Augment Cost Reduction: Augment Fabrication Cost: -10.0% Waste Not, Want No: Schematic Recovery Chance: +15.0% Superior Ore Yield: Bonus Ore Refining Yield Chance: +30.0% Repair Master: Max Durability Loss: -10.0% Recycling Jackpot: Recycle Jackpot Chance: +5.0% Efficient Machinery: Increases the speed of all crafting and refining Crafter's Helm Cosmetic Reward Augment Fabrication Mastery: Improved Augment Chance: +5.0% Recycling Yield: Recycling Yield: +33.3% Repair Master: Max Durability Loss: -5.0% Superior Spice Yield: Bonus Spice Refining Yield Chance: +10.0% Ranged Augmentation Limit: Ranged Augmentation Limit: +1 Melee Augmentation Limit: Melee Augmentation Limit: +1 Augment Cost Reduction: Augment Fabrication Cost: -10.0% Efficient Machinery: Increases the speed of all crafting and refining Augment Fabrication Mastery: Improved Augment Chance: +5.0% Ghost Data: Schematic Doubling Chance: +15.0% Combat If you're someone who loves to shoot his guns at anything that moves, the Combat Specializations will be of immense benefit. One of those involves plenty of additional Skill Points, along with more Health, Stamina, and everything else that allows you to get an edge over your enemies. Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Max Stamina Increase: Max Stamina +5 Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Health Increase: Max Health +15 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Stamina Increase: Max Stamina +20 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Health Increase: Max Health +5 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Stamina Increase: Max Stamina +5 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Health Increase: Max Health +5 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Stamina Increase: Max Stamina +5 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Combatant's Helm Variant Max Health Increase: Max Health +25 Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +3 Skill Points Max Health Increase: Max Health +5 Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Max Stamina Increase: Max Stamina +20 Skill Points: +1 Skill Points Skill Points: +5 Skill Points Exploration Screenshot by Destructoid The Deep Desert is a vast space, and having Exploration Specializations will allow you to reach its far reaches more quickly. The buffs will allow you to travel further and faster while making you and your vehicles far more efficient. Your vehicles will consume less fuel and show fewer signs of breakdown. Some abilities will also allow you to get more loot from crashed ships as a bonus. Pack Mule: Inventory Slot Capacity +5 Vehicle Boost Heat Reduction: Boost Heat Generation: -10.0% Superior Fuel Efficiency: Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: +5.0% Rider in the Storm: Vehicle Sandstorm Damage: -15.0% Treasure Hunter: Increases the amount of loot gained from crashed ships and buried treasures Efficient Surveyor: Survey Time: -50.0% Vehicle Boost Heat Reduction: Boost Heat Generation: -10.0% Superior Scanning Range: Scanning Range: +15.0% Vehicle Recovery Cost Reduction: Vehicle Recovery Cost: -25.0% Vehicle Speed Bonus: Vehicle Speed: +15.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Pack Mule: Inventory Slot Capacity +5 Suspensor Powerdrain Reduction: Suspensor Power Drain: -10.0% Vehicle Boost Heat Reduction: Boost Heat Generation: -10.0% Expert Maneuvering: Vehicle Damage Resistance: +10.0% Superior Fuel Efficiency: Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: +5.0% Revealing the Fog: Fog of War Radius: +50.0% Hidden Caches: Increases the amount of loot in loot containers Wall Crawler: Climbing Stamina Cost: -20.0% Rider in the Storm: Vehicle Sandstorm Damage: -15.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Pack Mule: Inventory Slot Capacity +5 Vehicle Recovery Cost Reduction: Vehicle Recovery Cost: -25.0% Superior Fuel Efficiency: Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: +5.0% Vehicle Boost Heat Reduction: Boost Heat Generation: -10.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Superior Fuel Efficiency: Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: +5.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Superior Scanning Range: Scanning Range: +35.0% Without Rhythm: Sandworm Threat: -10.0% Explorer's Helm Variant Pack Mule: Inventory Slot Capacity +5 Rider in the Storm: Vehicle Sandstorm Damage: -15.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Superior Fuel Efficiency: Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: +5.0% Expert Maneuvering: Vehicle Damage Resistance: +10.0% Vehicle Boost Heat Reduction: Boost Heat Generation: -10.0% Suspensor Powerdrain Reduction: Suspensor Power Drain: -20.0% Superior Heat Dissipation: Heat Dissipation Rate: +5.0% Without Rhythm: Sandworm Threat: -10.0% Pack Mule: Inventory Slot Capacity +5 Gathering These are my favorite Specializations as I play alone. Every bit of resource you obtain will be more, making it easier for you to survive the harsh nature of the desert. If you're someone who loves to harvest, mine, and collect, the Gathering Specializations will be perfect. Effective Salvaging: Bonus Scrap Yield Chance: +30.0% Every Last Drop: Water Harvesting Yield: +20.0% Exsanguination Mastery: Blood Extraction Yield: +100.0% More Efficient Tools: Tool Power Drain: -10.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Compactor Safety: Static Compactor Threat: -5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Superior Compactor Range: Static Compactor Area: +10.0% Pickup Yields: Pickup Yield: +100.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Compactor Safety: Static Compactor Threat: -5.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Superior Compactor Range: Static Compactor Area: +10.0% Effective Salvaging: Bonus Scrap Yield Chance: +10.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% More Efficient Tools: Tool Power Drain: -5.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Pickup Yields: Pickup Yield: +100.0% Corpse Compression: Corpse Volume: -50.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Superior Compactor Range: Static Compactor Area: +10.0% Compactor Safety: Static Compactor Threat: -5.0% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Superior Compactor Range: Static Compactor Area: +40.0% Gatherer's Helm Variant Superior Compactor Range: Static Compactor Area: +10.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Effective Mining: Bonus Mineral Yield Chance: +5.0% Compactor Safety: Static Compactor Threat: -5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% More Efficient Tools: Tool Power Drain: -10.0% Compactor Safety: Static Compactor Threat: -5.0% Yield Jackpot: Jackpot Yield Chance: +2.5% Sabotage Last but not least, Sabotage makes you efficient at taking down the enemy in a shrewd fashion. You can lay and manipulate traps, use your stealth better, and do more damage with precise shots. This category is recommended for the advanced players, as mastering the abilities will require in-depth knowledge about in-game mechanics. Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% Soft Step: Trap Trigger Delay: +100.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +5.0% Discreet: Enemy Detection Range: -15.0% Explosive: Explosive Barrel Damage: +100.0% Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% Infiltrator: Scanned Range Requirement: +15.0% Hard to Spot: Enemy Recognition Speed: -10.0% Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -10.0% Landsraad Contributor: Landsraad Contribution: +5.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +2.0% Shadow: Scanned Duration Reduction: -15.0% Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -5.0% Infiltrator: Scanned Range Requirement: +15.0% Shadow: Scanned Duration Reduction: -15.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +5.0% What's Theirs is Mine: Enemy corpses grant additional loot Landsraad Contributor: Landsraad Contribution: +10.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +2.0% Shadow: Scanned Duration Reduction: -15.0% Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% Landsraad Contributor: Landsraad Contribution: +5.0% Infiltrator: Scanned Range Requirement: +15.0% Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -5.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +5.0% Shadow: Scanned Duration Reduction: -15.0% Hard to Spot: Enemy Recognition Speed: -25.0% Infiltrator: Scanned Range Requirement: +15.0% Landsraad Contributor: Landsraad Contribution: +5.0% Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% Saboteur's Helm Variant Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -5.0% Shadow: Scanned Duration Reduction: -15.0% Loosen the Purse Strings: House Scrip Bonus: +5.0% Landsraad Contributor: Landsraad Contribution: +5.0% Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -10.0% Discreet: Enemy Detection Range: -15.0% Greasing Palms: Landsraad Bribe Cost: -5.0% Infiltrator: Scanned Range Requirement: +15.0% Head Hunter: Headshot Damage: +5.0% The post All Specializations in Dune Awakening and how they work appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:44 PM Does Nioh 3 have crossplay? Nioh 3 co-op and multplayer, explained       Nioh 3, much like other Soulslikes, features co-op and multiplayer where players can summon each other into their worlds or for particular fights. But those of different platforms aren't often included in the bargain, as many times games tend to lock players to a particular console or the PC without allowing for any intermingling. So, here's everything you need to know about crossplay co-op in Nioh 3. Nioh 3 crossplay - Co-op and multiplayer, explained This boss would've been much easier with some help. Screenshot by Destructoid At the time of writing, Nioh 3 does not feature any form of crossplay. Those who are on the PS5 will have to match with like-minded folks, while the PC crowd is stuck on their island of superiority, with no one else to accompany them. This is a real shame and a huge downside for the game, which is otherwise a tremendous experience, as I have noted in my recent review. Co-op and multiplayer have been done incredibly well when you do have matching platforms, and it would have been a great addition and quality-of-life functionality to have crossplay in Nioh 3 as well. Considering how much time and effort Team Ninja put into refining and polishing just about every aspect of the game, I'm at a loss as to why they didn't include crossplay. Nioh 3 is intended to receive significant post-launch support, however, so that the crossplay function could come with a potential Xbox release somewhere down the line. In the meantime, you'll only be able to invite friends into your world if you are on the same platform, which at the moment includes only the PS5 and PC. The post Does Nioh 3 have crossplay? Nioh 3 co-op and multplayer, explained appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:36 PM Sarpedon-D god rolls and how to get them in Destiny 2       Destiny 2's Sarpedon-D hand cannon functions almost like a pocket shotgun, and its god roll means it's perfect for bruiser builds. In close range, it can take down foes rather easily if you're accurate, and that's before it buffs your melee ability. Sarpedon-D is another entry in the list of the distinctive spread shot hand cannons, this time in Arc flavor. Naturally, this comes with access to Arc-based keywords like Jolt and Bolt Charge, but it keeps the solid core that makes its archetype tick: its buckshot shot pattern and unique perk pool for a primary weapon. Here are our god rolls for Sarpedon-D in Destiny 2, based on perk data from d2foundry.gg. Sarpedon-D PvE god rolls in Destiny 2 The tier five version doesn't look bad either. Screenshot by Destructoid Barrel: Barrel Shroud, Smallbore, or Corkscrew Rifling Mag: Flared Magwell, Tactical Mag, or Alloy Mag First perk: Proximity Power, Eddy Current, or Trickle Charge Second perk: One-Two Punch, Trench Barrel, or Voltshot Since this hand cannon is Arc-based, our Sarpedon-D god roll brings a little bit of the lightning element to the foreground, with some utility sprinkled Proximity Power is our top pick if you need more juice in your close-range builds. While enemies are nearby, final blows with this weapon improve your melee stat. Since Sarpedon-D is meant for proximity encounters, you'll rarely be outside of this perk's radius, so this one's a freebie. Two other options surface if your melee stat is just fine the way it is, and both hail straight from Arc 3.0. Eddy Current and Trickle Charge can mitigate Sarpedon-D's annoyingly long reload. If you're not using Arc or only have access to Amplified, the first one is more useful. If you have access to Bolt Charge, Trickle Charge might be more seamless. There's also the utility perks with Impromptu Ammunition and Lead From Light, giving you some ammo generation on the side. You can use it to fuel special weapons like Mint Retrograde or Psi Aeterna IV, which saw changes to the ammo economy, or to lean into the close-range aspect and keep your Praxic Blade ammo full. Phoneutria Fera was the first big Spread Shot hand cannon, but the principle is the same. Screenshot by Destructoid All perks in Sarpedon-D's fourth column have their use case, but few are enough to appear in our god roll. One-Two Punch buffs your melee damage if you land a shot with all projectiles in the spread, so this is a must-have whether you're using throwing knives, your fists, or arcane magic. The buff is smaller than it would be on a weapon with special ammo, but you don't have to worry about running out of bullets. Trench Barrel works in the opposite way: hitting a target with your melee boosts this weapon's damage. One-Two Punch is the better option in most scenarios. Regular builds have access to Arc sweetheart Voltshot, but Rolling Storm also shows up in the perk pool. The first one gets you some area damage, but the second helps you stack up Bolt Charge. In practice, the choice between these two hinges on your loadout and preference. In the damage department, Desperate Measures also shows up here for a longer-lasting damage boost that doesn't require melee hits, and it's not a bad option. Proximity Power fits right into Sarpedon-D's theme, but it pales in comparison to the other options. If you're running a melee build and ability energy is not a problem, One-Two Punch is the undisputed king. If you need sustain, though, this perk might do the trick—though that's a problem better solved through buildcrafting so that you don't miss out on this perk. The post Sarpedon-D god rolls and how to get them in Destiny 2 appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:31 PM When will Shrouded Sky release in ARC Raiders? Expected dates, features, and more       Shrouded Sky is going to be the newest update in ARC Raiders when it goes live later this month. Part of the Q1 roadmap that Embark revealed earlier in January, Shrouded Sky will feature plenty of new content for the players. It's expected to be bigger than the recent Headwinds update, but Embark has been pretty tight-lipped about it so far. Table of contents ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky expected release date What can we expect from Shrouded Sky in ARC Raiders ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky expected release date Embark hasn't announced a release date for Shrouded Sky. Typically, Embark announces an update's release date closer to its launch. There's an update coming next week when the store refreshes after six days (as of writing). However, I firmly believe it will be too quick for Shrouded Sky. https://twitter.com/ARCRaidersGame/status/2014744954094965188 Two dates appear to be possible. Embark has typically been releasing updates on Tuesday. This pattern is consistent for both Cold Snap and the ongoing Headwinds updates. I would mark two dates on my calendar: Feb. 17 and Feb. 24. The former feels more likely given the availability of the Expedition project 2. However, I won't rule out the Feb. 24 timeline either at this point in time. What can we expect from Shrouded Sky in ARC Raiders While we won't be getting any new map in the upcoming update, here's what we know to be confirmed. New map condition: I guess that this could be the Toxic Swamp map modifier. The Toxic Swamp modifier was expected to be present in the ongoing season, but it seems to have been delayed. The new map condition will likely replace Bird City, which is currently available on the Buried City map. New ARC Threat: We received the Shredder and the Matriarch in Cold Snap. Headwinds doesn't include a new ARC. That could change in Shrouded Sky. It could be something smaller, something bigger than the Matriarch, or a bit of both. Player Project and Raider Deck: The Goalie Deck was free and fantastic, and there will be a new one available when Shrouded Sky goes live. A new project is also expected after Trophy Display expires, along with a new expedition. Finally, there will be a map update and a new expedition as announced on the roadmap. It's hard to predict what the exact map update will look like. It could be something similar to Cold Snap when part of the maps were completely frozen. For the time being, ARC Raiders fans will have to wait patiently and aim to complete the Trophy Display project that offers some fantastic rewards. The post When will Shrouded Sky release in ARC Raiders? Expected dates, features, and more appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:28 PM Black Ops 7 Zombies season 2 patch notes – New Mars map, limited time modes, events, and more       The undead just never give up, do they? And that's fine, because there's XP to grind. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Zombies mode is set to be invigorated with new content as part of season two, including a new map, mode, Scorestreak, seven weapons, and multiple events for the co-op PvE CoD fans to sink their rotting teeth into. While there's no new round-based map in season two, there's still plenty for Zombies fans to look forward to. Here's everything we know that's coming to BO7 Zombies this season. Table of contents BO7 Zombies season 2 patch notes New Survival map New mode New Scorestreak Starting Room returns New weapons New GobbleGum Limited-time events BO7 Zombies season 2 patch notes New Survival map Image via Activision The Mars location from Astra Malorum is the latest Survival map in BO7 Zombies, confining players to just a few areas, including the boss fight arena from the round-based map. Uber Klaus will appear periodically as the map's mini-boss. New mode Cursed Survival ratchets up the challenge in BO7 Zombies, which uses a Black Ops 3-inspired points system. Players must unlock Relics to use in the mode, increasing the difficulty to make it harder for players to reach high rounds. Equipped with only a pistol and a limited HUD, it's for the most dedicated Zombies grinders. New Scorestreak Image via Activision The Lockshot Scorestreak allows you to lock on to multiple targets at once before dispatching them, sounding reminiscent of the Smart Pistol from Titanfall. Starting Room returns The BO6 limited-time mode Starting Room is here for good in BO7 with season two. Players will be locked to the starting area on a number of maps, and there are unique rewards to earn on both Ashes of the Damned and Astra Malorum, with more maps coming. "Survive against the horde in Starting Room, where the crew is trapped in the starting area of a Round-Based Zombies map, armed only with the resources and machines available in the area," Activision explained. "All doors are sealed, and there are no avenues of escape." New weapons Image via Activision All seven new weapons in season two will be available to level up in Zombies, either at launch or mid-season: REV-46 SMG EGRT-17 assault rifle HS11-SAW melee weapon GDL Havoc grenade launcher SG-12 shotgun Voyak KT-3 assault rifle Swordfish A1 marksman rifle New GobbleGum Coming at mid-season, the new Turncoat GobbleGum will make Zombies fall in love with you: Zombies Description: Nearby zombies are charmed. DOA 4 Description: Nearby zombies are temporarily turned to do your bidding. Limited-time events Image via Activision Several limited-time events, including the dreaded leaderboard events, are available in season two: Escalation Directive Event: Earn up to eight Universal Camos by completing Weapon Class Camo Challenges across all modes, including Zombies. Mars Leaderboard Event: Your highest round achieved on Mars Survival determines your position on a 30-player leaderboard. Also earn rewards for completing challenges. Up to 13 rewards, including two Universal Camos and a Weapon Blueprint. Dead Ops Arcade Leaderboard Event: Your highest score in DOA 4 determines your position on a 30-player leaderboard. Expect to earn rewards for completing challenges as well. Up to 13 rewards, including two Universal Camos and a Weapon Blueprint. Further events will be added in the mid-season update. For the full list of Zombies patch notes, including a ton of bug fixes, visit the CoD blog. The post Black Ops 7 Zombies season 2 patch notes – New Mars map, limited time modes, events, and more appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:27 PM Black Ops 7 season 2 patch notes – Ranked Play, 8 maps, 7 weapons, and a lot more       Call of Duty's live service season is kicking things into high gear for season two of Black Ops 7 with a massive load of content. Whether you want new weapons, maps, modes, or to sweat it out in the Ranked ladder, season two has a little bit of everything across multiplayer, Endgame, Zombies, and even Warzone for the curious CoD player to check out. Here's everything we know so far about season two, launching in BO7 on Feb. 5. Table of contents BO7 season 2 patch notes 8 multiplayer maps 7 weapons Ranked Play New Scorestreak New and returning game modes Endgame updates Limited-time events BO7 season 2 patch notes Image via Activision 8 multiplayer maps Four maps at launch and four maps at midseason with a mixture of both new and classic remasters makes this one of the more compelling seasons in CoD multiplayer in some time. On launch day for season two, new maps Sake, Nexus, and Torque will be joined by Black Ops 2 classic Slums. Then, in Season Two Reloaded some time in March, new map Mission: Peak will be accompanied by some favs: Cliff Town (remake of BO2's Yemen), Grind (BO2 DLC map), and Firing Range (originally seen in Black Ops 1). 7 weapons Image via Activision Need more tools to dominate public matches with? This season's got plenty, and they're all free. At launch, there's the REV-46 SMG, EGRT-17 assault rifle, and HS11-SAW melee weapon as part of the battle pass. The GDL Havoc grenade launcher will also be ready to roll from the get-go as part of weekly challenges. In-season, the SG-12 shotgun, Voyak KT-3 assault rifle, and Swordfish A1 marksman rifle will be unlockable for free as part of seasonal events. Ranked Play Image via Activision The competitive ladder mode for BO7 arrives alongside season two, bringing with it a slew of rewards to earn while climbing the ranks. The mode is similar to the Ranked Play that's been seen in the last few CoD titles, where placement matches, Skill Rating, and rank divisions are all familiar. BO7 Ranked Play will use the same maps and ruleset as the Call of Duty League, so only the sweatiest of sweats will be lining up to rank up and earn rewards like operator skins, blueprints, calling cards, camos, and more. For more details about Ranked Play, check out the full list of info on the CoD blog. New Scorestreak Image via Activision A new Scoresteak for multiplayer gamers is coming in the mid-season update as a weekly challenge unlock, and it's called the Lockshot: "A sleek smart pistol with 3 rounds that can lock onto multiple targets," Activision described. "A single trigger pull eliminates every locked target in quick succession." New and returning game modes Image via Activision Safeguard and Overdrive return to join the rotation of game modes in season two, alongside themed limited-time modes and playlists like Solo Hearts Moshpit and Third Wheel Gunfight for Valentine's Day, and Luck Confirmed for St. Patrick's Day. At mid-season, a new mode called Gauntlet will join the fray, combining multiple modes into one: "Similar to the Pentathlon mode in Black Ops 6, two teams of six compete through a series of modes. The first team to reach the Score Limit wins," Activision said. "The modes in question are Team Deathmatch, Domination, Kill Confirmed, Hardpoint, and an additional [CLASSIFIED] mode. The mode changes every two minutes, and modes are chosen at random." Endgame updates Image via Activision The PvE Endgame mode continues with a good amount of post-launch support in season two. This includes a new Skill Track, a new public event called Guild Strike that will spawn nightmare zones "featuring extreme challenges more difficult and dangerous than a current Tier IV area." Here's what's been revealed about the new Skill Track, Eagle Eye, which is based around buffing critical hits and headshots: Increased Crit Damage: Critical hits deal more damage. Big Hit: Increases Critical Damage dealt to full health enemies. Last Shots Plus: Deal more damage when your weapon is low on ammo. Rampage: Getting rapid kills briefly increases weapon damage with that weapon. Aim Faster: Aim down sights faster. Armor Breaker: Stun and damage enemies when breaking enemy armor. There are two new abilities to use, too: Sentinel Protocol (Major Ability) Call in a modified Guild robot to fight your enemies and assist your team. Can revive you and your teammates when downed and inflict a small area of effect attack when swarmed. Blood Burner (Minor Ability) Spawn a mysterious motorcycle good for traversal and combat. Running over enemies charges a special area of effect attack. There's even more Endgame content coming at midseason. Limited-time events Several limited-time events have already been announced for season two, in which players can unlock rewards for free, like several of the aforementioned weapons. The events are called Escalation Directive (eight new weapon camos to unlock) and Hunt or Be Hunted. There are also a number of Zombies events, including several leaderboard events that most players are not big fans of. For more on Zombies, check out the BO7 season 2 Zombies patch notes. For the full patch notes, check out the CoD blog. The post Black Ops 7 season 2 patch notes – Ranked Play, 8 maps, 7 weapons, and a lot more appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:26 PM Warzone season 2 patch notes – Blackout mode, Resurgence Ranked Play, Rebirth Island updates, and more       Call of Duty's Warzone battle royale mode is set to be injected with some life in a big way. Black Ops 7's loaded season two also includes some big updates for Warzone, including Ranked Play Resurgence, a limited-time mode inspired by Blackout, and more. Check out all the details in the patch notes below ahead of the season's launch on Feb. 5. Table of contents Warzone BO7 season 2 patch notes Blackout mode coming mid-season 7 new guns Rebirth Island updates Ranked Play: Resurgence New Killstreaks Changes to Perks Weapon buffs and nerfs Limited-time modes Warzone BO7 season 2 patch notes Image via Activision Blackout mode coming mid-season The return of Black Ops 4'sBlackout mode, CoD's first battle royale foray, is teased within the patch notes and set to arrive in mid-season, sometime in March. "Mid-Season introduces a brand-new Battle Royale experience with the arrival of the Avalon map in Call of Duty: Warzone," Activision said. "Built from the ground up, this is a new Mode that draws inspiration from Call of Duty's Battle Royale origins, Black Ops 4 Blackout." More details are coming at a later date. 7 new guns Image via Activision Warzone is all about the guns, and there's plenty of new Black Ops 7 weapons on offer in season two for everyone to unlock for free: REV-46 SMG Battle Pass EGRT-17 assault rifle Battle Pass HS11-SAW melee weapon Weekly Challenge reward GDL Havoc grenade launcher Event reward SG-12 shotgun Event reward Voyak KT-3 assault rifle Event reward Swordfish A1 marksman rifle Event reward Rebirth Island updates Snow has overtaken the Resurgence map Rebirth Island in season two, and other changes include new points of interest to discover, along with tweaks to existing ones. New POI: Turbine "A large-scale Turbine along the north shore of the island has been developed by Guild forces, west of Industries, east of Dock, and due north of Prison. Offering enhanced rotational possibilities for the Operator, the exterior platforms and concrete bay house a large sulfur vat and a wall of "NOVA 7" canisters. Access the door controls and enter a small, windowless control room under the vat." Unmarked POI: Outpost "Enhanced loot, combat, and traversal opportunities are available in this unmarked point of interest that lies east of Stronghold, and southwest of Living Quarters. Previously a rough hillside promontory with difficult-to-navigate and exposed pathways, you can now seek additional cover at the jetty with three docking bays. Further up the slope is a raised cargo bay and a SAM battery on either side of the Outpost itself. This Comms edifice with a prototype laser cannon and radar dish offers robust protection and sits above a locked bunker." With the changes, there are also some new features, including players leaving behind their footprints in the snow, better sight lines, and snow ramps for players to navigate the island uniquely with vehicles. Ranked Play: Resurgence Image via Activision While Rebirth Island is getting some changes, Ranked Play on Resurgence is coming to the Haven's Hollow map. The familiar ranking system of Skill Rating, skill divisions, and a bunch of rewards to be earned is back in Warzone for BO7's new Resurgence map. For more info on how Skill Rating and other Ranked Play facets work, check out the CoD blog. New Killstreaks New Killstreaks can soon be found on the map or at Buy Stations: RC-XD Smoke Screen Smoke Screens are found as loot and purchased at Buy Stations, and when called in expect a single payload of five shells that detonate into smoke clouds in a slightly offset row, with each cloud lasting a few seconds, much like a smoke grenade, though it doesn't impact your health. Changes to Perks Image via Activision Perk slot 1 is getting a slew of changes, including multiple perks being replaced with new ones. Field Medic Replaces Veteran "Reviving teammates is faster and more impactful, restoring momentum when it matters most. When you revive an ally, they immediately receive an inserted armor plate from their inventory and a brief movement speed boost to help them reposition." Drill Instructor Replaces Grenadier "After sprinting for a short duration, you'll begin regenerating health, allowing you to stay mobile without a reliance on cover." Surveyor Replaces Cold-Blooded "When nearby opponents interact with Buy Stations or activate Contracts, they briefly appear on the map, offering insight into enemy positioning and intent. UAVs you deploy cover a larger area and your mini-map is zoomed out, always giving you a broader view of the area of operations. Also highlights downed enemies through walls within closer range." Weapon buffs and nerfs The meta will be shifting thanks to new weapons, but also changes to existing ones. Buffs include the AK-27 and MXR-17, while the M15 Mod 0 has been nerfed. For more info on all the balancing changes, check out the CoD blog. Limited-time modes Along with the teased Avalon Blackout mode, Warzone's season two will include limited-time modes like Loaded Resurgence, Rush Resurgence, Extreme Resurgence, and the return of Iron Gauntlet, where players have higher health, and loot is scarcer. The post Warzone season 2 patch notes – Blackout mode, Resurgence Ranked Play, Rebirth Island updates, and more appeared first on Destructoid.

Destructoid Wednesday, February 4, 2026 3:08 PM All empty Shiny Bottles locations in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined       Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined has some interesting items to find as part of the main story, and it involves three Shiny Bottles. You'll be tasked with finding these bottles for Uncle Pike in Rainbow Cove. However, finding all three can take some time if you're unsure about where to look. This guide will provide you with all the details you might need, along with all three locations. Table of contents How to find all Shiny Bottles in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined First Bottle location Second Bottle location Third Bottle location How to find all Shiny Bottles in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined Once you've recovered the Sizzling Stone, you'll be asked to finish another task for Pike before you can advance the main story. The quest for finding the bottles begins after finishing the First Trial and the Shadow Puzzle. Go to Uncle Pike in his house on the eastern corner of Estard. Image via Square Enix. Remix by Destructoid Let's look at where you can find all the bottles. In the image above, you'll find that there are four map pins. There are more bottles on the map than you need (three). I have still marked all four locations if you want to get an extra bottle. First Bottle location The first bottle is the easiest one to find, as it's just outside Pike's House in Estard. You'll find three crates by the door to his house in the corner, next to the wall. Interact with the spot to find your first bottle. Second Bottle location The second Shiny Bottle is inside the well next to the Tavern. When you find the well, there will be a couple of ladies. Speak with them, and you'll be able to climb down. Once you're down in the base, you'll find the second bottle. Pick it up, and use the rope to climb back to the surface. Third Bottle location Screenshot by Destructoid Our final Shiny Bottle is located in a barrel by the tavern wall. Once you come up to the surface from the well, go south, and then go left. You'll find four crates (three together and one separate) by the tavern wall. The final bottle is hidden at this spot inside the barrel; break it to find the item that you're looking for. Once you collect all three Shiny Bottles, go to Rainbow Cove to complete Pike's request, which is located on the eastern part of the island. Before you return the bottles, make sure to fill them up with ocean water. You can only return the bottles after they're filled with water. The post All empty Shiny Bottles locations in Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined appeared first on Destructoid.

MonsterVine Wednesday, February 4, 2026 7:03 PM Shadowstone Revealed as Dreamhaven's New 1–4 Player Tactics Roguelite       Dreamhaven and developer Secret Door have officially revealed Shadowstone, a new 1–4 player tactics roguelite set in the shadowstone-infested ruins of the Sunderlands. The run-based strategy experience challenges players to command a party of heroes as they fight to escape monster-filled ruins and save a corrupted realm from dark magic. Shadowstone is slated to launch […]