Kotaku Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:30 AM  One of my favorite activities in Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0 is leveling up guns, which unlocks new modifications and cosmetics. I may get knocked out early in a battle royale or struggle to stay on top during a team deathmatch, but at least the one triple kill I did pull off will count toward a cool new skin or… |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:35 AM  A new set of WoW Dragonflight Twitch drops celebrate the Race to World First, gifting the MMORPG's players a free mount, pet, and toy in order to celebrate the first leg of the Dragon Isles' competitive raid tournament. Continue reading WoW Dragonflight Twitch drops give free Race to World First loot MORE FROM PCGAMESN: WoW Dragonflight tier list, The best WoW addons, WoW Dragonflight talents system explained |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:05 AM  Someone has built a custom gaming PC inside a portable gas stove, complete with RGB lighting. Although it's clearly not being used as an actual cooking appliance, some have been joking that an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card could easily be repurposed as a source of heat. Continue reading This portable gas stove gaming PC comes complete with RGB lighting MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:59 AM  The writer behind Ubisoft open-world hit Far Cry 5 and Sony sandbox Ghost of Tsushima – with other credits on Assassin's Creed and Watch Dogs Legion – is confirmed as the narrative lead for BioShock 4, as Irrational's FPS game Bioshock Infinite nears its tenth anniversary, and 2K and Firaxis spin-off studio Cloud Chamber pushes forward with its sequel shooter. Continue reading BioShock 4 is being written by the person behind Far Cry 5 |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:33 AM  Hotta Studio has revealed the Tower of Fantasy update 2.2 release date, letting fans of the anime game know when they can play the Mirafleur Moonshade update. The patch will expand further on the cyberpunk city of Mirroria, part of the Tower of Fantasy 2.0 update's Vera region, and brings with it new Tower of Fantasy character, the simulacrum Tian Lang. Continue reading Tower of Fantasy update 2.2 release date set for December MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Tower of Fantasy codes, Tower of Fantasy characters, How to level up in Tower of Fantasy |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:22 AM  Two new third-party Steam Deck accessories are in the works which will add even more versatility to Valve's handheld gaming PC. Both upcoming products are being designed by the creator of the Deckmate, the popular all-purpose add-on. Continue reading Steam Deck accessory makes recharging on the move neater MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:28 AM  What are the best FPS games on PC? From the classic physics chaos of Half-Life 2 to Splitgate's mind-bending portal warfare, these are the finest FPS games. For more than two decades, FPS games have been the driving force of the PC games industry. They've let us travel from the depths of Hell in Doom to the outer reaches of space in Titanfall 2. Others have taken us on a detour through the likes of Half-Life 2's zombie-infested Ravenholm, while some have embraced futuristic cities. Some of these games are old, others are new, and all are great. Wolfenstein 2's amazing campaign; Rainbow Six Siege and it's tight tactical multiplayer; Overwatch 2 and its vast array of amazing heroes. No matter what sort of virtual gunplay you're after, the following titles will satisfy your itchy trigger finger. So crack those knuckles, get ready to make all the headshots, and keep in mind that guns will solve all your problems in the following shooty gems. These are the best FPS games, and some of the best PC games of all time. Continue reading The best FPS games on PC in 2022 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Titanfall 2 class guide, Titanfall 2 PC port review, Titanfall 2 campaign review |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 6:50 AM  When is Fallout 5 coming out? Following the reveal and subsequent release of the multiplayer spin-off Fallout 76, news and rumours about a proper Fallout 5 have been scarce. Bethesda is still supporting the series' online offering, but its lukewarm reception could well mean we don't see a Fallout 5 release date for a long time. It has been a while since we witnessed the bombs drop and enjoyed our single-player sojourn through Fallout 4's Boston, and it's fair to say that few were left satisfied by Bethesda's foray into multiplayer with Fallout 76, which was devoid of human NPCs, traditional questing, and basically all the things we've come to love about the series. Naturally then, we're already itching for news of the Fallout 5 release date – unless that's that pesky Radroach bite. No, we're pretty sure it's excitement. Numbered releases in the Fallout series can be half a decade apart, so we could be waiting a long time before we can pick at the remains of a new Fallout location. So, for the moment, we'll have to be satisfied with rumours and hearsay: there is little in terms of Fallout 5 news. We've compiled all the Fallout 5 information that's currently out there below, along with our Fallout 5 wishlist. Continue reading Fallout 5 release date, single-player, and latest details MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fallout 5 news, Fallout 76 release date, Elder Scrolls 6 news |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 6:33 AM  The Destiny 2 Lightfall release date looms, bringing Destiny's first decade closer to its dramatic conclusion - only one expansion, The Final Shape, will then remain in the Light and Darkness saga. Whether you love the game for the lore, hardcore PvP gameplay, or deep character customization options, the Lightfall expansion has something for every type of Destiny 2 player. The expansion will introduce us to a new city on Neptune, a new subclass called Strand, and offer several quality-of-life improvements that both Destiny 2 veterans and New Lights will appreciate. Below, you'll find everything we know about the Destiny 2 Lightfall release date, information about the new subclass, a new planet to explore, new in-game features, and more. There's so much coming with Lightfall, and there's a reason it's one of the best FPS games out there. Continue reading Destiny 2 Lightfall release date, new subclass and map details MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Destiny 2 classes, Destiny 2 exotics, Destiny 2 builds |
PCGamesN Thursday, December 8, 2022 5:57 AM  Looking for Genshin Impact codes? MiHoYo's charming open-world game is notoriously easy to lose yourself in, and if you're like us, you're constantly looking out for more Genshin Impact primogems and other handy consumables. Gathering currency in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind - while you can earn mora and primogems by completing quests such as daily commissions, an injection of extra funds will always be gratefully received. Fortunately, the developers MiHoYo occasionally send out free gifts in the form of Genshin Impact codes that can be redeemed online and in the free PC game. These Genshin Impact codes are released periodically, frequently appearing in MiHoYo's special programs that reveal information about future updates coming to the anime game soon, but also to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact events. Most codes also only work for a limited time - so it's a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible in case you miss out. Codes can only be redeemed once per account. Here are all the current Genshin Impact codes for December 2022, and how to redeem them. Continue reading Genshin Impact codes December 2022 – redeem free primogems MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:33 AM  Since release last Friday, The Callisto Protocol devs at Striking Distance Studio have been, I can only imagine, catastrophically hard at work on the PC build. The game was almost unplayable on PC because shader compilation was causing stuttering whenever anything new happened for the first time, which is not ideal in any game, but especially not an atmospheric horror game with jump scares. It's hard to be terrified by something if the game pauses for over a second when it happens. Anyway, the point is that a patch was released over the weekend, and another yesterday. I'm out of town right now, so I haven't been able to install the second, but I did play test the first one, and whaddaya know? The Callisto Protocol ran smooth for me, using a PC with the recommended specs. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:06 AM  A gameplay stream for Square Enix's fantasy action RPG Forspoken has been dated for December 9th, but PlayStation Japan have tweeted an image that suggested a demo announcement will feature as part of that. Although the tweet's been deleted since, user Renka_schedule was able to take a screengrab. You'll be able to tune in to the Game Awards-adjacent Forspoken stream at 6pm GMT/7pm CET/10am PT, and presumably find out more about the demo during it. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:00 AM  I know it's day eight of the RPS Advent Calendar, but there's no time for that. A serial killer is stalking the streets of Kamurocho, and you're the only detective who can solve the case! |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:20 AM  We're all bracing ourselves for the imminent arrival of Storm Geoff at The Game Awards, but it seems as though some potential announcements are slipping between the various embargoes of the games industry a wee bit early. One of those could be the release date for Street Fighter 6, which appears to have crept onto the PlayStation Store ahead of any imminent reveal Capcom might have planned. Twitterer SurpriseBurn spotted a June 2nd, 2023 release date among pre-order listings for various editions of the latest in the long-running fighting game series. |
Twinfinite Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:00 AM After the Moon, KeokeN Interactive is about to Deliver Us Mars. |
Twinfinite Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:00 AM High drama for Team Liquid's first tournament with its new roster. |
Twinfinite Thursday, December 8, 2022 6:30 AM Not for the faint-hearted. |
Twinfinite Thursday, December 8, 2022 4:44 AM Wonder Woman's threequel is officially dead in the water. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:30 AM
The Starlight Celebration, a yearly holiday event, will return to FFXIV on December 15, 2022. Each year, people can take part to get special items. This one will be no exception. Square Enix already opened the event page for it. It also confirmed that the Starlight Steed mount will be one of the featured items this year in FFXIV. As is usual for the event, players will need to go through activities to earn two rewards. To kick off the Starlight Celebration 2022 activities in FFXIV, you need to meet with Amh Garanjy. You'll find them in Old Gridania. (You can head to X:10.2, Y:9.4 to meet.) If you are at least level 15, you can kick things off. There are two rewards for participating. One is the FFXIV Starlight Steed mount. Using the Starlight Steed Horn summons it to your side. The other is the Illuminated Tree. This is a furniture item you can place outside. Past Starlight Celebration items will be in the Seasonal Shop. As a reminder, in 2021 the two items were the Squirrel Emperor and Wind-up Rudy. Final Fantasy XIV is available for the PS4, PS5, and PC. Patch 6.3 will appear in January 2023. The FFXIV Starlight Celebration will run December 15-31, 2022. The post FFXIV Starlight Celebration 2022 Adds Starlight Steed Mount appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:00 AM
Intelligent Systems detailed another Fire Emblem alum making an appearance in Fire Emblem Engage: Lyn from Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade. As with previous Emblem character reveals, the info came via the official Fire Emblem Engage Twitter account. Check it out below. https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1600759434111725568 In Fire Emblem Engage, Lyn is an Emblem character that can be paired with another unit to enhance its abilities and bring new options to the table. Lyn's specialty is a fierce and unrelenting offense. This momentum denies enemies a counterattack. It's also suited is suited both to short- and long-range units, so Lyn is best paired with the heaviest hitters in a formation. Her Link Skill, "Offensive," delivers a follow-up attack before the enemy can counter, should their speed stat be higher than the opponent's. Her "Killer Bow" link weapon boosts the critical hit rate of an attacker. Lyn has the "Afterimages" Engage Skill, too, which summons doubles that can attract enemy attention. They also facilitate chain attacks over a wide area. Lyn can also use her "Meteor Shower" Engage Attack to deliver a punishing blow from a long range, risk-free. "Covert" units can use the skill with a greatly increased range. Before Fire Emblem Engage, Lyn, also known as Lyndis, was one of the main characters of 2003's Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade (released outside Japan as simply Fire Emblem) on the Game Boy Advance. Lyn was a solitary nomad of the Sacaen plains, but in truth was a granddaughter of a lord of Caelin, putting her in line to lead the kingdom. Depending on the ending of the game, Lyn can also become the mother of Roy, the protagonist of Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade. Another tidbit from Fire Emblem Engage shows Lyn in conversation with Etie. Lyn is voiced by Makiko Ohmoto, who also voices Kirby in the Kirby series, Ness in Super Smash Bros., and Saiyaka Maizono in the Danganronpa series. https://twitter.com/FireEmblemJP/status/1600759169765625856 In the clip, Etie remarks on Lyn's physique, praising her potential to gain impressive muscles. Lyn replies by saying her training is usually oriented towards archery and swordsmanship, but that a bit of bodybuilding might be an interesting pursuit. Fire Emblem Engage launches on the Nintendo Switch on January 23, 2023. Check out reveals detailing other characters, like Fogato and Hortensia. The post Fire Emblem Engage Lyn Attacks Relentlessly appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:30 AM
People can get a closer look at how one of the NieR Automata Ver.1.1a protagonist looks in animated form. A new update on the show's Twitter account focused on a main character. A2 is the latest person to get her NieR Automata anime adaptation reveal. She should also sound familiar, as her voice actor is returning. A2 will be voiced by Ayaka Suwa in the NieR Automata anime adaptation. As a reminder, she also played the character in the game. Suwa is also known for her roles as Elise in Fire Emblem Fates and Heroes and Chris in KoboSuba. Here's the brief promotional teaser showing off A2 in the show. The NieR Automata anime A2 key visual also appeared. The last reveals focused one some other characters. Adam and Eve, who also appeared in the game, showed up. So did Lily, who previously appeared in Pearl Harbor Descent Record – A NieR: Automata Story. Before that, the focus was on the machine lifeform Pascal. That introduction also included a browser game. The NieR Automata Ver.1.1a anime adaptation will begin airing in Japan in January 2023. People can find the game on various platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The post Watch the NieR Automata Anime A2 Teaser appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:00 AM
Japanese streaming service Abema will host a special program centered around the Demon Slayer anime series. Called the Demon Slayer Corps Report, the special will air the latest information about the anime when it airs on December 10, 2022 in Japan. This could include a release window for the previously announced Demon Slayer season 3. Voice actor Natsuki Hanae, who voices Tanjiro Kamado, will also make an appearance. [Thanks, Dengeki!] The Demon Slayer Corps Report will air on the Abema Anime Channel at 9:30pm JST on December 10, 2022. Producer Yuma Takahashi will act as MC for the program. It's not confirmed if a release window for Demon Slayer season 3 will actually be announced during the program. However, the season is in production and will cover the Swordsmith Village story arc from the manga. Barring release info, scenes from the new season, or other projects, might also be on the docket. Studio Ufotable produced the anime of Koyoharu Gotouge's Demon Slayer manga in 2019. Like the manga, it follows Tanjiro, who loses most of his family to a demon attack. With his surviving sister Nezuko - herself on the verge of turning into a demon after being wounded in the attack - he joins the Demon Slayer Corps, a secret organization of swordsmen dedicated to exterminating demons throughout Japan. The 26-episode first season was follow up by a film sequel, Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train. The film met with great success, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in Japan and winning Best Animation at the 44th Japan Academy Film Prize Ceremony in 2021. A second Ufotable-produced season aired from late 2021 through February 2022, covering the Entertainment District story arc. Demon Slayer is available to watch on various streaming services. The manga is published in English by Viz Media. The post Demon Slayer Season 3 Details May Appear in Special Program appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:30 AM
Some new information on what will be new in the Yakuza spin-off Like a Dragon: Ishin appeared. There will be new substories, as well as new mini-games. There will also be a camera mode, complete with the ability to edit your pictures in the game. It is unclear how Sega will implement that into the game's setting. [Thanks, ryokutya2089!] A mechanic of the game will be "Another Life," in which you live in the countryside with Haruka. There will be cooking, dancing, and fishing mini-games. Ryoma can also help out at a udon shop similar to how Kiryu worked at a ramen stall in Yakuza 6. A drinking game will let you challenge NPCs to see who can drink more alcohol the fastest, and you can also participate in chicken races. There will be two new songs to sing in Like A Dragon: Ishin when you go to the karaoke bar. The first is a Bakumatsu arrange of "Baka Mitai" and the second is "Ichizu Samurai," which will have "sexy actresses" seducing you in live-action segments. RGG Studio previously showed off Ryoma singing "Baka Mitai" in a trailer. The trailer also displayed Ryoma's four different fighting styles and some examples of characters (including a bear) he can summon in battle. It also showed some of the mini-games listed here, such as the chicken races. As for substories, there will be events featuring characters that look like Shinji Tanaka, Tsuyoshi Kanda, Koji Shindo, and Miss Tatsu. These are all side characters from previous Yakuza titles. There will also be side content in which you collect books and memos that give information on the Bakumatsu era and important figures from that part of history. Like A Dragon: Ishin will come out on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC in February 2023. The post Like A Dragon: Ishin Will Include Photo Mode and More appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:00 AM
Bandai announced the prices of its anime and game crossover TCG Union Arena. A starter deck will cost ¥990 (~$7.20), a booster pack will cost ¥385 (~$2.80), and card sleeves will cost ¥900 (~$6.60). You will be able to purchase the first series of Union Arena cards starting on March 24, 2023. [Thanks, Hobby Watch!] Union Arena uses characters from various anime series and unifies them under a single set of card game rules. As mentioned earlier, the first set will appear on March 24, 2023. After that, new series will appear as booster packs and starter decks. You can check out the release schedule here: March 24, 2023
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6MEzlJGJaM When making your deck, you cannot fuse together cards from different series. For example, you cannot make a deck with cards from both My Hero Academia and Hunter x Hunter. This is likely due to the lack of synergy between those cards. However, Union Arena will let you see battles between characters who would have never fought in their native series. You can make Tanjiro from Demon Slayer beat up Mano Sakuragi of The Idolm@ster Shiny Colors if you wish. Union Arena TCG will come out in stores in Japan from March 24, 2023. The post Union Arena Crossover TCG to Launch in March 2023 appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Thursday, December 8, 2022 6:00 AM
Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn will not air on December 31, 2022 as originally announced. There is no information on the new release date. However, there will still be some new footage that Aniplex will share at the end of the year. [Thanks, Comic Natalie!] According to a statement from the official website, A-1 Pictures had no choice but to delay the release of the anime due to issues in its development. Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn will supposed to air during the Fate Project End of the Year TV Special. People can still watch some of the new scenes on that day though. Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn is based on the Fate/strange Fake series of light novels. Ryogo Narita of Durarara!! and Baccano! fame wrote it. The story follows mages in America who attempt to replicate their own Holy Grail War. Unfortunately, they fail to perfectly recreate it, which has caused a bizarre version of the Grail War to occur. Aniplex first announced the OVA in late September 2022 as part of the Aniplex Online Fest. At the time, it released a short trailer featuring Saber (Richard the Lionhearted). That was also when Aniplex revealed the English and Japanese cast. It will star Kana Hanzawa and Yuki Ono as Ayaka and Saber in Japanese. Meanwhile, Anjali Kunapaneni and Ben Balmaceda will voice them in English. Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn is in development, and it is unknown when it will air. Aniplex of America licensed it for Western release. The post Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn OVA Delayed appeared first on Siliconera. |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:30 AM  The horror genre has been slowly but surely making a huge comeback. Like a zombie crawling its way back to players, 2022 has seen the reveal of multiple high-profile remakes on the horizon. Silent Hill is set to make a return, as is Alone in the Dark and Dead Space. Meanwhile, new horror titles like The Quarry and Signalis are paving the way forward for the genre. Yet, Resident Evil still stands head and shoulders above them all as the premier horror franchise in video games. Resident Evil has been a household name since the '90s and, despite some stumbles, the series appears to be more popular now than ever. But what is the secret sauce that Capcom has mastered when it comes to making a horror series that gamers can't seem to get enough of? Some key factors make Resident Evil special, and other horror franchises could benefit from implementing these. The horror of Resident Evil Overarching narrative Lore is something that Resident Evil does best. It's a series of shady c... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, December 8, 2022 9:30 AM  The battles in Marvel's Midnight Suns pit your squad of three superheroes against dozens of hostiles. Naturally, you'll want to make the most out of your abilities, ensuring that you can eliminate your foes in a short span of time. Here's our Marvel's Midnight Suns best team comps guide to help you with the ideal squads and characters for most missions. Note: We'll have a Marvel's Midnight Suns guides and features hub soon, so stay tuned. Marvel's Midnight Suns best team comps guide The best team comps in Marvel's Midnight Suns tend to be those that have characters that can fulfill all necessary roles (i.e., one tank, one DPS, and one support). Still, there are some intricacies involved, such as being able to redraw cards, replenish Card Plays, and lower the Heroism cost. As such, we have to put the spotlight on two characters: The Hunter – As the player character, the Hunter tends to be extremely adaptable. You've got... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:40 AM  Wolverine is one of the superheroes in Marvel's Midnight Suns. He joins during the game's second act, well after Spider-Man and Captain America have become part of your squad. He brings his deadly fury and vicious attacks to the fray. Here's our Marvel's Midnight Suns Wolverine build guide to help you with the best cards and abilities for the character. Note: We'll have a Marvel's Midnight Suns guides and features hub soon, so stay tuned. Marvel's Midnight Suns best Wolverine cards and build guide Slice and Dice Wolverine is a tank class character in Marvel's Midnight Suns. That might sound odd, considering that it's Wolverine, of all people. But, that's because several of his abilities taunt enemies. Likewise, he relies primarily on healing to stay alive, as opposed to the block value/mitigation that Captain America and Captain Marvel have. Passive: Healing Factor – Restore HP whenever you redraw one of Wolverin... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Thursday, December 8, 2022 8:35 AM  Captain America is one of the superheroes in Marvel's Midnight Suns. He'll join you halfway through the campaign, bringing his unmatched defensive capabilities in encounters. Here's our Marvel's Midnight Suns Captain America build guide to help you with the best cards and abilities for the character. Note: We'll have a Marvel's Midnight Suns guides and features hub soon, so stay tuned. Marvel's Midnight Suns best Captain America cards and build guide That's America's B-ass-tion Captain America, alongside Captain Marvel and Wolverine, can be considered as your tanking classes in Marvel's Midnight Suns. He's got a lot of abilities that can taunt enemies, as well as those that provide block value. Think of Steve as the more defensive-oriented among the trio, whereas Carol and Logan have more aggressive playstyles. Passive: All Day – Starts the battle with block and gains additional block each turn. Best Capta... |
Gamer Empire Thursday, December 8, 2022 4:16 AM Nexon released a teaser announcing a collaboration between MapleStory and BLACKPINK. The teaser shows members of BLACKPINK discussing MapleStory's fashion and proposing their own ideas […] |
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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Thursday, December 8, 2022 10:00 AM Pokemon Legends: Arceus is set in olden times in the Pokemon world when it was rare to find harmony between people and Pokemon. Set in Hisui, modern-day Sinnoh, you will join the Galaxy Expedition Team (Galaxy Team for short) as a member of the Survey Corps stationed in Jubilife Village. You will be tasked to […] |