Kotaku Friday, October 13, 2023 9:15 AM  Another weekend draws near, this time preceded by a Friday the 13th, in October of all months. Spooky vibes for sure, but if you're looking to ward off some bad luck, might I suggest playing some video games? |
Kotaku Friday, October 13, 2023 8:55 AM  The video game industry just got a lot smaller. The long and winding saga of Microsoft's $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard has finally come to a close with the companies announcing the completed merger today following one last greenlight from regulators in the UK. Call of Duty is now part of Xbox and the… |
Kotaku Friday, October 13, 2023 8:51 AM  Twenty months after it was first announced, Microsoft's unprecedented deal to buy Call of Duty and Candy Crush publisher Activision Blizzard for $69 billion appears to have beaten its final boss. The UK's Competition and Markets Authority revealed on Friday that it has provisionally approved the tech giant's latest… |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 9:49 AM  How long is Assassin's Creed Mirage? After the events of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, it's time to eagle dive back into the Animus with AC Mirage and find out exactly how long it takes to navigate Basim's origin story in Baghdad. From the four districts of Baghdad to the legendary Assassin fortress of Alamut, Assassin's Creed Mirage has plenty of ground to cover. The wealth of historical events alone promises hours of action-packed cloak-and-dagger moments, to say nothing of the AC Mirage Enigma puzzles that can leave you stumped. The best stealth games force you to take your time, so here's how long Assassin's Creed Mirage is for both story-focused casuals and collectible-driven completionists. Continue reading How long is Assassin's Creed Mirage? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 9:20 AM  Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible? Getting Blizzard's action RPG running on the Steam Deck is now a straightforward process, so you can enjoy the frenetic demon-slaying gameplay on Valve's portable powerhouse without enduring a hellish experience. Whether playing through Steam, or Battle.net, we're here to make the process less of a pain-in-the-ash, and get Diablo 4 running on your Steam Deck. The Diablo 4 system requirements demand you clear 90GB of install space in order to contain the world of Sanctuary and more on your Valve handheld. Equipping your device with the best microSD card for Steam Deck will give you more of that precious storage space, especially if you're in possession of the 64GB model. Continue reading Is Diablo 4 Steam Deck compatible? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Diablo 4 builds, Diablo 4 review, Diablo 4 classes |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 9:46 AM  What are the best Assassin's Creed Mirage skills? Basim's journey across Baghdad takes him from petty street thief to master assassin. As he infiltrates structures and assassinates his targets, he accrues skill points that can be used to unlock new abilities. However, some AC Mirage skill points are better than others, so you may wish to save your points to access the best skills early on. That's where we come in. AC Mirage skills are accrued by completing Assassin's Creed Mirage missions and acquiring hard-to-find collectibles like AC Mirage lost books. However, with three skill trees to choose from and a limited number of points to spend in the stealth game, you might be wondering which to unlock first. We've got a handy list of the best AC Mirage skills, so you can avoid accruing AC Mirage notoriety as much as possible. Continue reading The best Assassin's Creed Mirage skills MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 9:18 AM  Earlier today, the UK's CMA approved the Microsoft Activision Blizzard merger. Having previously rejected the company's bid to purchase the creator of Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch in April 2023, Microsoft has since altered the terms of its proposed acquisition to fit the CMA's requirements. The Microsoft Activision Blizzard merger is now closed and completed, as Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says that "as one team, we'll learn, innovate, and continue to deliver on our promise to bring the joy and community of gaming to more people." Continue reading Microsoft now owns Call of Duty, Diablo, and more – how it happened MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Call of Duty 2023, Modern Warfare 2 system requirements, Best FPS games |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 9:13 AM  Is AC Mirage available on Steam? In the past, there has been a trend for the biggest Ubisoft games not to see a Steam release until several years later. This was due to a partnership between Ubisoft and Epic Games, which meant that its latest games were Epic Games Store exclusive. This relationship has changed since the deal was first struck, but there is still perhaps timed exclusivity for the platform. As such, it's important to bear in mind that Assassin's Creed Mirage's availability on Steam is subject to change. We've seen plenty of times in the past few years that Ubisoft games launched elsewhere eventually come to the popular PC digital storefront. So, while it may be some time before we see Assassin's Creed Mirage on Steam, we can shed some light on where you can buy the stealth game on PC now that the Assassin's Creed Mirage release date is here. Continue reading Is AC Mirage on Steam? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 8:49 AM  The Steam Deck and it's capabilities of being not just a high-powered PC gaming handheld, but also a capable desktop PC, should never be understated. Whether it's running some of the best PC games of the year on the go, or being an all-in-one emulation machine, there's no end to what the device can accomplish. Now, it appears as though the Valve handheld is also capable of controlling real-life droids at Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at the Disney World theme park. Continue reading Steam Deck controls Star Wars droids now, at least in Galaxy's Edge MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 8:33 AM  What are the best MW3 loadouts? You can have all the skill in the world, but if your guns and equipment let you down at the most vital moment of a match, you'll be left ruing another loss. We've tested and listed out the best Modern Warfare 3 loadouts so you can go into every game primed and ready to win. The Modern Warfare 3 release date is approaching quickly, but you still have time to recreate these meta MW3 guns. Whether you opt for a mobile SMG class or prefer to take out your opponents from range with the best assault rifles, we have the best Modern Warfare 3 loadouts here, and you're sure to find one to suit your playstyle. Continue reading Best MW3 loadouts for the current meta MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, CoD Modern Warfare 3 release date, Best war games |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 7:39 AM  Does Lords of the Fallen have multiplayer? The 2023 Lords of the Fallen brings back the Soulslike RPG for a new reboot just shy of a decade on from the original game. While the original game has legions of fans, one of the biggest complaints was the lack of multiplayer, so naturally, the first question everyone wants to know about the reboot is whether there is LotF co-op. Defeating tough bosses and exploring the vast world of an RPG game is made so much easier when you can take someone along with you, so no wonder it's a hugely requested feature in games like Dark Souls. Now that Lords of the Fallen is back in 2023, can we experience a co-op adventure with our favorite explorer friends? You can find out more about what it's like in our Lords of the Fallen review, but if you want the essentials, here's what we know about multiplayer ahead of the Lords of the Fallen release date, including both co-op and PvP. Continue reading Lords of the Fallen multiplayer, co-op, and PvP explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Lords of the Fallen bosses, Lords of the Fallen review, Lords of the Fallen classes |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 7:18 AM  Take the approachable, action-packed top-down MOBA gameplay of League of Legends and Dota 2, themselves inspired by ARPGs like Diablo and strategy games such as Warcraft 3. Now mix in the tense pacing of PvPvE extraction games such as Escape From Tarkov, Call of Duty DMZ, and Dark and Darker. The result is Seekers of Skyveil, a new 'extraction RPG' in a gorgeous fantasy world, one that you could play soon with sign-ups currently live for its first imminent closed alpha gameplay test. Continue reading League of Legends meets Dark and Darker in new extraction RPG MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best games like Diablo, Best multiplayer games, Best MOBA games |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 7:14 AM  Total War Pharaoh Steam reviews mean the new Creative Assembly strategy sim is officially rated as 'mixed,' while recent player count numbers fail to match other, older games in the series, including Total War Warhammer 3, and Total War Rome 2, which was released in September 2013. Despite its recent launch, fewer than 5,000 people have played Total War Pharaoh during the past 24 hours, as users criticize the game for its interface and for being "bland." MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Total War Pharaoh review, Total War Pharaoh factions, Total War Pharaoh leaders |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 6:48 AM  In the vast cosmos of gaming, we often find ourselves leading empires, commanding armies, and forging alliances. But have you ever wondered about the individuals who make up these galactic civilizations, and the leaders who steer their destinies towards triumph? Continue reading Managing your space cats in Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best 4X games on PC, Galactic Civilizations 4 review, Six games like Civilization |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 6:47 AM  How do you upgrade the Lords of the Fallen Sanguinarix? Put simply, the Sanguinarix is this soulslike game's equivalent of an Estus flask. It provides quick healing that can be recharged at any bonfire-like checkpoint, but once you run out, you're often not left with many options for long-term survival. Our Lords of the Fallen review does state that the game wears its influences on its sleeve, with the Lords of the Fallen Sanguinarix being such a case. While there are also Briorstones in Lords of the Fallen that you can use to heal in a pinch, as well as really handy pieces of jewelry you can equip, the main way you heal is by using the Lords of the Fallen Sanguinarix. So here is what you need to do to upgrade it and maybe last long enough against the Lords of the Fallen bosses to make it to the Lords of the Fallen beacons in order to cleanse them. Continue reading Lords of the Fallen healing upgrades and Sanguinarix guide MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Lords of the Fallen bosses, Lords of the Fallen review, Lords of the Fallen classes |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 6:46 AM  The next generation of PC gaming controllers, the Scuf Envision and Envision Pro, have arrived. In a market where everyone thinks they can release a customizable controller and state they did something special, Scuf is trying to back its claims up in a big way, stating that the Envision will offer an "unparalleled level of control". Continue reading The Scuf Envision controller is coming for your mouse and keyboard MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Corsair HS70 headset review, Corsair K70 RGB Mk2 review, Best gaming keyboard |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 6:01 AM  Lords of the Fallen developer Hexworks issues a strong and emphatic stance regarding Denuvo Anti-Tamper tech and its inclusion in the new soulslike. A grimdark RPG with shades of FromSoftware classics like Elden Ring, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Demon's Souls, Lords of the Fallen is also a remake and reimagining of the 2014 game of the same name. As a variety of recent games include Denuvo, such as Lies of P and Total War: Pharaoh, Hexworks outlines its perspective on incorporating the download-rights management (DRM) software into Lords of the Fallen. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Lords of the Fallen bosses, Lords of the Fallen review, Lords of the Fallen classes |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 7:45 AM  On the hunt for the best Black Friday gaming keyboard deals? You've come to the right place, as we'll be updating this page with all the top keyboard offers and bargains you can shake a space bar as new Black Friday deals are announced. Investing in the best gaming keyboard is a great way to round off your gaming PC set-up, especially if you're eyeing up other peripherals. Saving a few pennies on your clicky-clacky companion could empower you to check out the best Black Friday gaming mouse deals before they scurry off for another year. Continue reading Best Black Friday gaming keyboard deals in 2023 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 5:49 AM  Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty includes the voice of a deceased actor from the base game, replicated using an AI algorithm by developer CD Projekt Red for the DLC campaign. The technology was used to recreate the sound of the late Miłogost Reczek, who voices delightfully named ripperdoc Viktor Vektor in the base game, with the permission from his family. Continue reading Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty replicates late voice actor using AI MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty review, Best Cyberpunk 2077 mods, Buy Cyberpunk 2077 |
PCGamesN Friday, October 13, 2023 7:13 AM  GTA 6 might be the most anticipated game ever. More than ten years since the release of Grand Theft Auto 5, and with Red Dead Redemption 2 and Red Dead Online seemingly finished, we're all waiting for the next Rockstar Games sandbox, which apparently marks a return to Vice City. A new age rating for Grand Theft Auto 6 has just been discovered online, and on the surface it hints that official GTA 6 news could be on the way. After some digging and investigating, though, I've discovered that something is seriously amiss. Continue reading GTA 6 just got an 'official' rating, but there's a big problem MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 6 release date rumours, Best open-world games, GTA 5 cheats |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, October 13, 2023 8:12 AM  DICE's once-ramshackle, apparently much-improved near-future shooter Battlefield 2042 is free to play this weekend, granting access to the game's Season 6 "Dark Creations" content offerings, amongst other things. BUT WAIT. There's an asterisk over the word "free" on the promo art! Everybody drop to cover! See, these are the tiny details you have to watch out for in Battlefield. That asterisk could be the equivalent of the glint on a sniper rifle, aimed squarely at your wallet, purse and/or khaki-coloured bumbag. Let's zoom in on the footnote... |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, October 13, 2023 7:34 AM  If you've ever spoken to the ripperdoc character Viktor Vektor in the Polish localisation of Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion, you've been talking to a cyborg. Technically, of course, most characters in Cyberpunk 2077 are cyborgs, but in this case, I'm referring to one voice actor posing as another using voice-cloning technology, following the second actor's death. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, October 13, 2023 5:36 AM  Social media users are attempting to pass off videos of Bohemia Interactive's military shooter Arma 3 as real-life footage of the on-going Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which erupted into open war this week. Several of these mocked-up videos have circulated on Tik-Tok and Xitter, one of them purporting to show a member of the Hamas group shooting down Israeli helicopters. Bohemia Interactive have now released a statement calling on their community to publish and share Arma 3 footage responsibly, while offering advice on how to spot a fake. |
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, October 13, 2023 9:13 AM  The Bullet Heaven genre and meta progression go hand in hand, and that's no different with Deep Rock Galactic: Survivors. Meta progression is a fancy term for permanent upgrades, and these make subsequent runs easier. If you can't defeat the Dreadnought or can't even get there yet, Upgrades will ensure that you do eventually. The issue is, what should you unlock first? Let me show you what to target with the best upgrades in our Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, tier list. Related: Best Supply Drop upgrades in Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor Best upgrades in Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, tier list Upgrades in Deep Rock Galactic cover just about every stat you can imagine, and some are far more impactful than others. I recommend mining materials whenever possible, but it may be worth memorizing a couple before each run. If you can choose, here's my list of the most impactful upgrades: Deep Rock Galactic: Survivors Upgrades tier list... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, October 13, 2023 9:00 AM  Lords of the Fallen has its unfair share of challenging boss fights and difficult enemies. Not long after the tutorial will you be faced with your second boss, and she is a real doozy. Pieta, She of Blessed Renewal, is a challenging two-stage boss fight with a variety of moves that will put every single skill you've learned to the test. How to prepare for Pieta in Lords of the Fallen In Lords of the Fallen, by the time you've reached Pieta, She of Blessed Renewal, you will have had time to practice all of the moves taught to you in the tutorial (and if you've missed any, you can access all of the tutorial pop-ups through the tutorial menu in your inventory!). However, what is skill without a good weapon to use it with? Interestingly, before Pieta, there are no vendors or NPCs that will sell you anything, so the only gear you'll have access to is what you started out with and what you can find around. I personally started with the Condemned ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, October 13, 2023 8:30 AM  The first boss is a crucial moment for any Soulslike. It's a chance for the game to show what it's really made of, and teach the player what they should expect going forward. In Lords of the Fallen, this sacred duty falls to Holy Bulwark Otto, a knight of no small renown who bars the player's path right after the tutorial area. While tame compared to the challenges you'll face later on in your quest, Otto can still pose a challenge for new players, particularly those new to the Soulslike genre in general. If you want to know how to defeat Holy Bulwark Otto in Lords of the Fallen, read on to find out. How to bring down Holy Bulwark Otto in Lords of the Fallen You'll encounter Holy Bulwark Otto right after resting at your first Vestige (Bonfire), at the end of the game's tutorial section. He serves as a bit of a 'final exam' for the game's mechanics, as well as an introduction to the block/parry system that you'll be using throughout. His moveset is... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, October 13, 2023 8:00 AM  In Lords of the Fallen, after besting Pieta, She of Blessed Renewal, you will enter Skyrest Bridge, a safe haven for all of those opposing Adyr's return, willing or not. Here, you will be able to benefit from many services and vendors, making it a great place to take a rest and restock after some exploring or fighting. Here is everything to do in Skyrest Bridge. Skyrest Bridge in Lords of the Fallen There are many NPCs to interact with in Skyrest Bridge, so make sure you know what each of them can do for you. Pieta Screenshot: PC Invasion Pieta, now cleansed of her heresy, will provide one of the most important services out of all the others. She can upgrade your Sanguiniax, to provide it with better healing and with more charges. Simply talk to her, and the option will be there. Each upgrade will cost Saintly Quintessences, which are rare and hard to come by. She can also reset your build, which will redistribute all of your stats so you ... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, October 13, 2023 7:00 AM  In Lords of the Fallen, there's more than one way to skin a cat. If by "skinning," you mean "slaying," and by "cat," you mean "pretty much every life form you come across." You could go through the whole game hacking and slashing, or you could opt for a more complex yet rewarding way of taking down your enemies. Magic. Here's how magic works in Lords of the Fallen. The three types of spells in Lords of the Fallen There are three types of spells in Lords of the Fallen: Radiant, Infernal, and Umbral. To create an easy-to-understand parallel for those Dark Souls fans, Infernal spells are essentially Pyromancy, Radiant spells are essentially Blessings, and Umbral spells are essentially Sorcery. There are differences between the systems used in both games, but that's the gist. To elaborate, each class of spell offers a different playstyle, and any one catalyst (the tool required to cast the spells) can o... |
Gamer Empire Friday, October 13, 2023 6:36 AM There are lots of aspects that affect how long you survive in Project Zomboid, but in our opinion, your character attributes matter the most. Having a reliable character build is like having a solid foundation, as it helps you to improvise better in the early game when you don't have too many resources to cover […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, October 13, 2023 6:12 AM When you start playing Stardew Valley, the first thing you have to do is create your character and select what pet you want to have. You will have to choose between a dog and a cat, and then you will have to say which color you want them to be. However, when the game starts, […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, October 13, 2023 4:32 AM As the Spanish Civil War and the Japanese-Sino War start in Hearts of Iron 4, you will likely want to get involved to sway the battle to one side or another. The best way to get involved in a war is to send Volunteers to directly fight battles and conquer territories for your potential allies, […] |
Gamer Empire Friday, October 13, 2023 3:11 AM Planets come in a variety of types in Stellaris, and knowing what is the best planet type, will help you make some sensible gameplay decisions. You may think that all planets come equal and the only thing that matters is the planet climate. That is far from the truth, as many of the specialized planets […] |
WGB, Home of AWESOME Reviews Friday, October 13, 2023 8:16 AM The saga of Microsoft attempted to purchase Activision Blizzard is set to finally come to a close as the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has officially approved the deal. |
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