GamersHeroes Tuesday, April 15, 2025 6:34 PM A Sokoban-style sliding puzzle game, players will be able to "slide" into mystery with the release of Jester Rat Games' CursedSword on April 21. The post Sokoban Puzzle Adventure CursedSword Launching April 21 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:24 PM Known for his iconic roles in titles like Silent Hill, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, and Time Crisis, Michael Guinn will be a Special Guest at this summer's Fire & Ice RGX 2025 event - his first con appearance! The post Michael Guinn Special Guest at Fire & Ice RGX 2025 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:52 PM A short and adorable new adventure by Draknek and Friends, the puzzling world of The Electrifying Incident: A Monster Mini-Expedition is now available. The post The Electrifying Incident: A Monster Mini-Expedition Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:40 PM Celebrating more than 240 million downloads, the team at Com2uS is ringing in 11 years of Summoners War: Sky Arena with a number of major in-game events and new content. The post Summoners War: Sky Arena 11 Year Celebrations Live appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:55 PM  When I saw a hooded Wolf (Wagner Moura) chase after the adorable Puss (Antonio Banderas) with twin sickles like a hidden character in Soulcalibur in 2022's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, I did not think, "Yeah, this is perfect for a live-action prestige horror film." That's probably why I'm not an Academy… |
Kotaku Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:30 PM  Bethesda's Elder Scrolls Online turned 10 years old...a year ago. But that isn't stopping the publisher from celebrating the anniversary a year later by letting players buy an actual piece of an ESO server for $110. |
Kotaku Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:45 PM  At first glance, a single-player MMORPG doesn't make a ton of sense. But in practice, it's an exciting prospect, a world filled with simulated players, grinding mobs, completing quests, and sharing barbed words in global chat—and none of them are real people. It's also a decent way to get try out the MMO experience as… |
Kotaku Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:35 PM  The latest season of Overwatch 2 has laid the foundations for the biggest shake-up yet for the hero-shooter sequel. And Perks are by far the most impactful change, with each hero able to choose two out of four upgrades throughout a match. We've already broken down the best minor and major Perks for Tank heroes, and… |
Kotaku Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:10 PM  A reliable video game leaker is claiming that Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders in Canada will go live on April 23. The leaker also shared information that suggested Switch 2 pre-orders in the United States would start on either April 21 or April 30, depending on the retailer. |
PCGamesN Tuesday, April 15, 2025 7:25 PM  Half-Life 3 remains one of the gaming world's biggest mysteries. Everyone knows, Valve included, that there is a deep desire to see another entry in the FPS series, even after all this time. Datamines and rumors come and go about whether Valve is actively working on HL3 right now, and there are plenty of theories about the supposed attempts it's made over the years. Well, here's the latest hit of Half-Life 3 hopium, but as always, be sure to take it with a grain of salt. A concept artist who's currently working with Valve has discussed his experience with the company in a new podcast, and claims he's been inside "the room where they made Half-Life 3." MORE FROM PCGAMESN: What happened to Half-Life 3?, Best FPS games, Best upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, April 15, 2025 6:07 PM  Could this finally be the year where a new extraction shooter actually sticks the landing and challenges the persisting forces of the genre like Escape From Tarkov and Hunt Showdown? We now know that Bungie's slick-looking Marathon is going to drop this year, and so too is the other upcoming FPS that I think could give Tarkov and co. a run for their money - Arc Raiders. They're probably going to lock horns at similar times, but even now, they're doing battle. With Marathon's closed alpha getting underway later this month, so too is the largest playtest yet for Arc Raiders. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best multiplayer games, Best co-op games , Best PC games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:12 PM  In the MMO boom of the 2000s, Guild Wars stood proudly alongside the likes of World of Warcraft and Runescape as one of the top dogs. While its sequel is the main focus for developer ArenaNet these days, the original Guild Wars is back in the spotlight today to celebrate its 20th birthday. A brand new edition of Guild Wars has just launched, collating all of the game's content together in one bundle. The best part is that, if you're swift, it's an absolute bargain as well. As an added bonus, a new update has just hit the game, adding in long-lost items that were previously time-limited or region-locked and introducing all-new weapon upgrades. |
PCGamesN Tuesday, April 15, 2025 5:46 PM  What are the best Runescape Dragonwilds settings for PC and Steam Deck? For anyone who doesn't like the trial and error of figuring out which specific graphics settings to use, Jagex has created the perfect menu. This is because there are only a few settings you can change in Runescape Dragonwilds, with the heavy lifting left to an auto-detect benchmark. The Runescape Dragonwilds system requirements have already confirmed that you won't need the best graphics card to start playing this new survival crafting game. However, even if you're rocking an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, you won't get to pick which graphics settings the game applies. Continue reading Best Runescape Dragonwilds settings for PC and Steam Deck MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, April 15, 2025 5:52 PM  I feel like all I've been seeing the past few days is people asking if Marathon will be the game that finally brings extraction shooters into the mainstream. No one seems to be quite sure, mostly because it isn't done or out yet. The thing is, it's not the only extraction shooter due out this year that'll put that question to the test, as Arc Raiders is one the way still too. It comes from former Battlefield devs after all, who have found success with their other shooter, The Finals. And earlier today, developer Embark Studios announced that another playtest for Arc Raiders is on the way this month. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:39 PM  It's been a little over a year since Palia had its proper launch, and its next big update, the Elderwood Expansion, received a little reveal today. This update is mostly focused on a new area, the titular Elderwood, and it'll be free for everyone. That doesn't mean everyone will be able to play it right off the bat though, as it's designed for higher level players that have already beaten the main story (you can still head there beforehand if you're impatient). |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:08 PM  RuneScape: Dragonwilds was announced just a couple of weeks ago, and today developer Jagex hosted a livestream where they showed a deep-dive of the game and revealed the game's release date. Turns out, it's today! As in right now, today, as in you can go to Steam to buy the game in early access if that's something you'd be interested in. |
Siliconera Tuesday, April 15, 2025 7:00 PM
If you visited the Square Enix Store lately, you might not have noticed that a new notice is in effect regarding tariffs inflicted by President Donald Trump and game merchandise pre-orders. The company announced a "temporary pause" on some pre-orders as a result of the tax. As such, people in the United States may no longer see items appearing on the Japanese eStore.
The message comes up at the top of the Merchandise Pre-Orders search page in the Square Enix Store. It reads, "Effective April 9, 2025: In light of ongoing international tariff uncertainties, we have decided to temporarily pause some new merchandise pre-orders. We appreciate your understanding and support." No other pages show the message. Only 180 pre-orders total show up in that section now. One of the last items to show up there for pre-order is the FFXIV TTRPG Scenario and Gamemaster Guide. That is the book to help create unique campaigns for the D&D style game, and orders for that began appearing at the end of March 2025.
Here's a screenshot of the message noting the affect of the Trump tariffs on Square Enix game merchandise:
The fact that some of these items aren't showing up in the worldwide version of the storefront is already evident. For example, Square Enix already started taking pre-orders for the FFXIII Lightning Play Arts Shin figure in Japan. However, that isn't showing up in the US storefront yet.
The Square Enix Store US pre-orders on some game merchandise are currently paused as a result of the Trump tariffs, and there's no word yet on when items will appear or be available to purchase outside of Japan.
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Siliconera Tuesday, April 15, 2025 6:00 PM
Infold Game announced it is taking Infinity Nikki to Times Square in New York City, New York. Billboards will appear there on certain days, with the first one debuting on April 16, 2025. There will also be contests tied to the promotional materials, with opportunities for people on location and online to win themed merchandise based on the game.
The Infinity Nikki billboards will show up as part of the lead up to the 1.5 update that will add new banners, events, story quests, and Steam support. The billboards will appear over three different periods. Here are the dates when those will show up, so if you visit you can possibly see the game's latest ads.
As for the contest, there are two parts and both involve getting a "cozy blanket" with art from the game on it. The offline one is already in effect. If people retweet the tweet about the event on social media and follow the account, they could be one of the folks picked for the blanket. 10 winners will be picked for that part.
With the in-person portion, that applies to actually seeing the ad. If you do, then take a photo of certain Easter egg items when they appear, and share it on X with the hashtag #InfinityNikkiTimesSquare. Infold will pick another 10 people to get those blankets. Between the April 16-19, 2025 period, people will need to keep an eye out for Momo's Cloak: Infinity Shining. During the April 25-29, 2025 period, the key item to photograph is the Whimstar.
Infinity Nikki is available for the PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and we will see the Times Square, New York City event kick off on April 16, 2025.
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Siliconera Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:45 PM
Hololive Vtuber Gawr Gura announced a new "important announcement" stream that could deal with major news like a graduation for 7:30pm PT/10:30pm ET on April 15, 2025. She didn't mention what it is about ahead of setting the YouTube video live. In her social media post that brought it up, she noted, "I have to talk to you about something tonight."
Here's the official Hololive placeholder on YouTube for the upcoming important announcement from Gawr Gura, which could possibly deal with her announcing a graduation from the company or other major issue regarding her future. The image is art of her with a heart next to it by Shironeko, and the only note in the description is a blue heart emoji.
This comes after people noticed online that the Tokyo Tourism Ambassadors site no longer showed Gawr Gura as a representative. She, alongside fellow Hololive English Myth member Mori Calliope and Japanese branch Vtuber Sakura Miko, appeared from Cover and promoted tourism in Japan. No reason for her disappearance was offered at the time.
In the past, important announcement videos from Hololive Vtubers like the one Gawr Gura put up often dealt with extended hiatuses, transferring to an affiliate position, or graduating. Fellow Myth member Amelia Watson shared one in September 2024 that announced she'd move from full-time streamer to an affiliate. More recently, Nanashi Mumei shared a similar notice in March 2025 ahead of her graduation announcement. Another recent graduate is Ceres Fauna.
Prior to this reveal, Gawr Gura took part in a R.E.P.O. collab on April 12, 2025 and aired a member stream on April 5, 2025.
Hololive Vtuber Gawr Gura will make a statement at 7:30pm PT/10:30pm ET on April 15, 2025.
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Siliconera Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:00 PM
Good Smile Company announced it will sell two Hatsune Miku Maneki Neko Nendoroids, with one being an old lucky cat version of the character and the other being a new figure. The old one is a rerelease of figure 1,777. The new one is a Black Version that is number 2,750. Both are expected to appear in Japan in October 2025, and they are only available in the Japanese storefront for ￥7,900 each.
Both of the Hatsune Miku figures feature the Vocaloid figure in outfits inspired by Maneki Neko lucky cats seen in Japan. Each one features three face plates. The original one has a standard one, one in which she's smiling and winking, and a third enthusiastic one with eyes squished shut. The new one has a relaxed smiling face plate, one in which she is sleepy and yawning, and a third sly one. The older one comes with a gold suitcase with leak design and a golden leak. The new one has a cat uchiwa fan. Both feature parts to make them kneel down and perform the trademark lucky cat pose.
As a reminder, here is how the original version of the Nendoroid with the character in the white outfit looks:
And this is how the new figure with Miku in a black outfit looks.
The Hatsune Miku Maneki Neko white and black version Nendoroids will return in October 2025, and we should see the figures appear worldwide after that. Pre-orders are open until May 28, 2025.
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Siliconera Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:00 PM
Marvelous shared a new trailer for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma DLC introducing the bachelor Cuilang. The romance route for this bachelor can only be accessed by players who have acquired the the Seasons of Love DLC bundle. That adds him and Pilika.
Cuilang is a mechanical expert residing in Autumn Village in Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. While Cuilang seems to be somewhat aloof and not a very social person, the villagers rely on him and he never turns away people requesting his help.
In the new clip shared, protagonist Kaguya approaches Cuilang at a shrine and asks if he's the god of autumn. When Woolby talks, he seems to be surprised at meeting a talking Wooly, to which he asks if he's some sort of mechanical doll or puppet. The video ends with a glimpse at his romantic confession to the female version protagonist.
You can check out the Japanese trailer below.
Kengo Kawanishi voices Cuilang in the Japanese dub of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. Kawanishi has previously voiced Miyamoto Iori in Fate/Samurai Remnant, Aventurine in Honkai Star Rail, and Soya Kawata and Nahoya Kawata in the anime adaptation of Tokyo Revengers.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma will come out on June 5, 2025 for the Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC via Steam, and the DLC will add a bachelor and bachelorette. The release date was moved in order to coincide with the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 7:09 PM
If you're familiar with the spells introduced during Baldur's Gate 3's Patch 8, you may already know exactly what I'm about to talk about. That's right: Bursting Sinew, a cantrip that allows you to carry and blow up corpses whenever you like.
Bursting Sinew is one of the funniest things BG3 abilities I've seen in a while. The damage isn't OP by any means—if anything, it's fairly weak, but the spell itself is fun.
As a quick overview, Bursting Sinew is a cantrip that classes like Cleric, Sorcerer, and Wizard can use. As long as a corpse on the floor hasn't already been destroyed by fire, acid, or radiant damage, you can use this ability to turn it into a pile of mush, dealing AoE damage to anyone nearby.
And when I say explode, I mean it. Blood, guts, and fancy green spikes will fly out of the corpse once you use it, creating a messy pile of viscera. It's horrifying for some, but it's wonderful and delicious for all the Dark Urge folks out there. It's truly a sight to behold, especially when you combine it with Photo Mode, which was added in the same patch.
As soon as I saw this spell, I remembered you could carry corpses anywhere. Sure, they're heavy, but someone like Karlach or a Tav built into a strength-based build can easily bring a few bodies around the map. I can't imagine how much their backpacks smell after that, but I'm also not the one casting Bursting Sinew all over the place.
You know exactly where I'm going with this. Carrying around dozens of corpses and casting Bursting Sinew on them is almost the same level of wild BG3 gameplay that bringing Smokepowder barrels to a boss fight has. If you're already in the second half of the game, you know who I'm talking about. Seeing a circle of explosions is a blast; watching a boss go from hundreds to zero health in one go is even better. Bursting Sinew isn't quite to that level, but you can still have some fun with it.
There's only one downside—you can't explode corpses repeatedly. This doesn't come as a surprise, considering the first explosion turns a perfectly normal body into one you'd expect to find in an average boss lair. But it still means you have to rely on having multiple corpses to get the most fun out of this. You can also use it on only one body at a time unless you're a Death Domain Cleric, so it doesn't quite have the same level of pizzazz that a Smokepowder barrel chain reaction has. Death Domain brings your max corpses to two, but even that's underwhelming compared to a circle of explosions.
There are limits to the corpse type you use, even if there aren't many. Surprisingly, you can't make plants explode. It also doesn't work on elementals or constructs, which is a shame since seeing a fiery or icy explosion from a Mephit would've been pretty cool. Creatures like spiders and undead are completely fine, though. Thankfully, this means you don't necessarily have to carry a bunch of humanoid creatures or animals in your backpack. Considering we're using this spell in the first place, though, I think we've stepped beyond morals and decency.
Better yet, the BG3 and the overall D&D community are creative in pushing the limits of class abilities. Although it's difficult to make this spell overpowered, you can make it really fun if you have a party of Death Domain Clerics blowing everything up and using their Reaper passive for extra casts. Between Reddit discussions about its pros and cons and YouTube videos attempting to beat the game with this skill exclusively, the community continues proving that you can do just about anything in BG3 if you set your mind to it.
I'm all about making morally questionable characters in this game who care more about their power than saving others, so this was right up my alley from the start. Seeing it in action made it even funnier, especially knowing that I normally make Shadowheart a Life Domain Cleric but can now swap her to Death Domain for a change in dynamic.
If you want an overpowered ability, Bursting Sinew isn't for you. If you want something fun that fits the vibe of a morally grey or even a purely evil character, this one is worth trying out just to experience what it's like to defeat enemies using their comrades' bodies. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to respec Shadowheart's domain again.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 6:01 PM
Call of Duty: Warzone players know Verdansk is where heroes were made and stories were forged, but the legends will grow ever-larger now thanks to Ranked Play coming to the OG map.
Ranked Battle Royale did not exist the last time Warzone had Verdansk, so this is the first time that the competitive ladder mode will be available on the classic map that took the world by storm when Warzone launched in 2020.
In Warzone's Battle Royale Ranked Play, certain weapons and equipment are restricted, players gain score by picking up eliminations and placing high along with winning games, and is a different-feeling experience than normal games. CoD players are understandably hyped about Ranked in Verdansk, but it's currently M.I.A.
Here's everything there is to know about Warzone's Ranked Play coming to Verdansk.
Where is Ranked Play in Warzone?
Ranked Play in Warzone is currently offline at the start of season three in BO6, which added the return of the original map Verdansk, classic weapons like the Kilo 141, CR-56 AMAX and HDR, and more.
Activision, along with Warzone developer Raven Software, has confirmed that Ranked Play will be coming back to Warzone and to Verdansk for the first time at a later date, supporting teams of three in the mode similar to Black Ops 6's Ranked Play featuring skill divisions, skill rating, unlockable rewards, and a lot more.
But first, the mode needs to make its debut on Verdansk so 50 trios can all drop in and try to take the top spot and rank up all along the way, so there's a little bit of downtime for Ranked Play in battle royale before it returns like Gandalf shining like a white beacon on a hill.
When is Ranked Play coming back in Warzone?
Warzone Ranked Play in Verdansk will be coming back some time around mid-season, Activision confirmed. This will likely coincide with the Season Three Reloaded update mid-way through season three, which is likely to begin in the beginning of May, although it currently doesn't have an official release date yet.
"The mode that never quite made it to Verdansk, Battle Royale Ranked Play is back in a big, big way at mid-season!" Activision said. "Squad up in your preferred Trio and ensure your dominance over 49 other teams as 150-player Ranked Play hits Call of Duty: Warzone's first Battle Royale map!"
Our current best guess for when Ranked Play (along with Season Three Reloaded) will arrive in Warzone is on May 7 or 8, but potentially as early as May 1. So for now, it's time to enjoy Verdansk in solos, duos, trios, and quads, or even mess around for fun in the Battle Royale Casual mode, but use your time wisely to get ready for ranked at the beginning of May.
We should know more about when to expect ranked play to come back in Warzone BR some time around the last week of April, potentially on April 23 or 30, which is usually when Activision spills the beans on the pending update ready to hit CoD, including multiple blogs, screenshots, trailers, and information on what the next download in Warzone and BO6 will entail for players everywhere.
This article will be updated with more information when it becomes available.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 5:39 PM
When Blizzard Entertainment first announced the new Stadium mode coming to Overwatch 2, it didn't sound like much to me. But after having the pleasure of playing it early, I'm glad my hunch was totally incorrect.
My first impressions are that Stadium genuinely feels like a spin-off game in the Overwatch universe, changing enough to be fun but keeping it familiar with the same heroes and modes you know and enjoy to potentially become something truly worth getting invested in.
The most distinctive changes in Stadium are that it's played in third-person perspective, and you can't swap heroes after choosing one at the beginning of the match. This is where it feels the most different from OW2's base game, but I've been enjoying it thus far. That's not to say you can't play into a direct counter on the other team and be shut down by them throughout the match without the ability to switch, but I get the feeling that is a reason for Stadium's limited hero pool at launch in season 16.
The idea behind the mode isn't revolutionary. Stadium borrows an in-match currency and upgrade system a la MOBAs or VALORANT/Counter-Strike where you earn currency to get upgrades for your character throughout the best-of-seven match. But playing it with a tried-and-true system like Overwatch's heroes and gameplay makes it feel very fresh.
Throughout every match, you earn Stadium Cash by playing well (earning MVP per round, getting eliminations, dealing damage, healing, etc.) as fans cheer and an announcer shouts out top players, and can then turn around and use that Cash in between rounds to purchase some very interesting power-ups. And that's where the fun begins.
The mid-match shop is called The Armory, and its filled with everything from ability-buffing Items to hero-changing Powers that can completely change how you play any of the 17 available heroes at launch, across three different modes and nine maps that have been tailored for Stadium.
Want to make Reinhardt fly? You can. You can also have D.Va leave a trail of lava behind her after she boosts, Genji can shoot piercing projectiles out of his Dragonblade ult to hurt enemies even out of his melee range, or give Mercy a five-second Valkyrie ultimate after she Resurrects an ally.
There's a lot of ways to customize your heroes to different playstyles or focu on one ability above others to turn it into a super powerful one in comparison to how it starts out. There's a solid amount of fun to be had when it comes to thinking up your own builds, but the game has some example ones for each hero for you to try as well.
The list of Items and Powers is extensive, but it all makes for something that feels very new but safely familiar all at the same time, allowing Stadium to earn its title as the third distinct mode in OW2 after Quick Play and Competitive Play.
In the Armory, you can refund Items bought and switch up your build on the fly, focusing on different aspects of your build depending on how a match is going to to counter whatever is happening in any given match, adding a nice layer of strategy to the experience.
I almost feel as though Blizzard isn't hyping up Stadium enough, because it feels so different to me and it's hard to find a direct comparison in another similar game. It's more than a limited-time mode or something like that—and I don't want to sound hyperbolic—but I personally think it can be considered more of an evolution of the game than it was from OW1 to OW2.
Blizzard says it will be adding more heroes and maps to Stadium over time, but there will be plenty of growing pains throughout Stadium's own distinct competitive ranking system along with seven unique leagues to be placed in and grind through, earning exclusive skins and more.
You can get your own chance to play Stadium when season 16 of OW2 launches next week on April 22.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 5:07 PM
Venturing into the unknown is risky, especially in the mystical realm of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. Treacherous terrain and deadly foes await, but fortunately, you don't have to face them alone. Here's how to play co-op with friends in RuneScape: Dragonwilds.
How to play with friends in RuneScape: Dragonwilds
To play multiplayer in RuneScape: Dragonwilds, you must first link your Epic Games account to your Steam. According to the game's Steam page, Dragonwilds requires you to have Epic Online Services active to access online features, similar to Helldivers 2's previous PSN system. You can set this up quickly by logging into your Epic Games account and linking your Steam account via the Apps and Account section.
As long as you've linked those accounts, you can either create a world with the "Friends" or "Public" setting enabled or search for your friend's world to join. When making a world, choose a name that's easy for others to find. The title can be up to 16 characters long and can't include spaces or special characters. You can set up a password, too, allowing only you and your friends to join the server. But this step is completely optional if you don't mind others joining in. For a bit of chaos, you can also activate friendly fire for some PvP action.
If your friend has already made a server, select the Play tab and then hit "Public." Look up the name of the world, and it should pop up. Any worlds created in solo mode can be easily adjusted to allow public access. While the world name is set in stone, all other settings are yours to customize freely, including friendly fire and password content. Unlike other RuneScape entries, you can only play with up to four friends on a server. This player count may increase with future content, especially with the upcoming Dedicated Server feature.
Once you enter the world, keep an eye out for your friends—they're marked by blue arrows on the map. From there, it's go-time: gather resources, build structures, and take down formidable enemies as a team. Don't forget to use the chat feature for maximum performance. The RuneScape DragonWilds Early Access Roadmap reveals that the chat system is on track for continuous improvements, with more updates planned ahead for multiplayer. For players diving into the game, our detailed guide on crafting your first bow and an in-depth breakdown of all skills are great places to start.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:41 PM
RuneScape Dragonwilds is available worldwide—but there's bad news for now if you game on the Xbox, PS5, and the Nintendo Switch consoles.
Jagex's latest release has already received plenty of positive traction on Steam, and the developers have huge plans for the future. The game released in early access on April 15, so it's only fair to expect a lot of updates over the next few months and beyond that. But only PC players will be able to enjoy the gameplay content since the game isn't available on any other platform.
Not all hope is lost if you're on consoles, though.
RuneScape Dragonwilds is PC exclusive for the time being
The early access that launched on April 15 is exclusive to Steam. This isn't uncommon for video games these days, as a lot of them are part of Steam's early access program. Early access usually involves developers testing their games with the community.
Even bigger AAA titles like Baldur's Gate 3 have been given the same treatment in recent times. If you want to try out the new RuneScape game, your only option is to purchase your copy from Steam and load it up on your PC. According to Jagex, there will be plenty of new content being added as part of regular updates.
Will Runescape Dragonwilds come on consoles?
According to an earlier report from IGN, there are plans for Jagex to bring the game to consoles around 2026. If Jagex indeed follows its plans, it will take a long time for them to release a console version. In all likelihood, we will get a console version when the early access period is over.
When the early access will be over is a matter of speculation at this point since it has just begun. According to the game's Steam page, RuneScape Dragonwilds is expected to leave early access around early 2026. We're only into April, so it should take nearly a year for us to get a console port. That also depends on whether Jagex faces any unwanted delays while releasing updates for the PC version.
Interestingly, Jagex followed the same pattern with Valheim, which became a surprise hit with gamers. The game was available for a long time on PC before making its way over to consoles. Hopefully, it will be the same for the new RuneScape title, which will allow it to be accessed by a much bigger fan base.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:36 PM
Call of Duty: Warzone's meta shifts with each update, offering new guns to pull out of your collection, or old ones to pop back into your loadouts.
Whether you're firing at long range or dealing with enemies inside one of Verdansk's many buildings up close, your loadout has to stay fresh with what the top attachments are for when it comes time to maximize your chances of surviving the battle royale.
Keep up to date with what to use in your loadouts in Warzone's Verdansk return in season three of BO6.
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Warzone meta loadouts for Verdansk season 3
It's still early in the return of Verdansk's days, but some quick meta weapons have formed to let players know what to use when it comes time to drop in with the squad. Here's what you should be using when it's time to pop off with the squad.
CR-56 AMAX
The AMAX is an early favorite in Verdansk's return, offering superior firepower when it comes to taking enemies down at mid-range. It's the top pick for several reasons, but it's consistency and time-to-kill makes it a solid option in any loadout drop.
Kilo 141
The Kilo 141 is more dependable at longer rangers than the AMAX, making it another top pick to be added to your loadout drops. This gun is more consistent and a bit easier to use than the AMAX, but still worth using.
HDR
The HDR is back with a vengeance in BO6 Warzone, offering one-shot potential from anywhere at any distance, making it the must-pick sniper rifle. Don't be surprised if it gets nerfed in Season Three Reloaded, though.
C9
The C9 is the best close-range weapon currently in season three of BO6 Warzone, but with more SMGs expected soon along with nerfs and buffs, that could change quickly. For now, feel confident with this classic gun in your loadout drops.
Grau 5.56 (SWAT 5.56 conversion)
Another classic Warzone gun, the Grau 5.56 is back in the form of a conversion kit Fire Mods attachment for the SWAT 5.56 marksman rifle. Level up the SWAT to and unlock the attachment on page five of the season three battle pass gain access to this loadout, which is fun to use, albeit less powerful than some others.
KSV
The KSV is another popular close-range option right now, offering a different change of pace from the C9, but still stellar time-to-kill up close. It's a solid addition to any loadout.
This article will be updated with more information over time.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:23 PM
Although very few things hit as right as the perfect melee weapon, getting yourself a handy bow is a must in RuneScape: Dragonwilds. After all, being able to get your mark from a distance not only makes hunting a breeze but also allows you to avoid unnecessary risks early on.
In true survival fashion, however, getting the item will demand first completing a couple of tasks. Here's how to craft a bow in RuneScape: Dragonwilds, as well as how to get your hands on and farm arrows.
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How to craft a bow in RuneScape: Dragonwilds
After settling in and building a foundation for yourself in Ashenfall, you will be able to craft your first bow (aka the Ash Shortbow) in RuneScape: Dragonwilds by heading to your crafting table and expending 12 Ash Logs and three Coarse Threads.
While the logs can be acquired by chopping down trees, getting the threads and unlocking the bow's recipe will require first unlocking the Spinning Wheel. You can craft the wheel by using 12 Ash Logs, four Fax, and two stones. Upon building the work station, you will be able to make Coarse Threads in exchange for three Coarse Animal Fur. As you can see below, the process is fairly quick.
How to craft arrows in RuneScape: Dragonwilds
Now that you have a trusty bow, it's a must that you also get some arrows for it asap. You can craft Fang and Stone Arrows in RuneScape: Dragonwilds by heading to the crafting table and expending one Ash Log, one Feather, and either one Small Animal Fang or one stone. No matter your type of choice, arrows can only be crafted in sets of 33.
As it is easy to get lost in the moment and let all of your arrows loose when in a pinch, make sure to craft and store at least a few sets before going hunting or exploring in Dragonwilds. Just pay attention to your weight limit, as no amount of ammo is worth being overburdened and forced to leave hard-fought materials behind. I also don't recommend leaving your melee weapon at home, as you never know what dangers can be hiding in the wilds.
If you're unsure of how, don't forget to also take a look at our how to move structures in RuneScape: Dragonwilds guide to quickly build the house or even town of your dreams without worry.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 4:02 PM
RuneScape Dragonwilds' early-access build has shadow-dropped worldwide, and players can test out a variety of skills.
Skills are almost everything in the game, and they have a familiar approach if you've played other RuneScape titles. Utilizing and developing them will allow you to complete your tasks faster, gather more resources, and help ease your survival chances.
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What are skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds?
You can partake in different types of activities that are associated closely with your survival. The activities you perform are determined by the skills you develop gradually. There are various categories of skills, and all of them are different from one another.
The level on each main skill goes up to 99, but rewards can be found up to the first 49 levels. While normal level-ups provide minor buffs, it's the milestone rewards that matter the most. Let's get started with what each category of skill has to offer.
Attack skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
The attack skills are centered towards combat with enemies. Every level up with reduce the Stamina Cost by one percent, and here are the major skills.
Artisan skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
Every level up reduces the durability loss of your equipment by one percent.
Construction skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
There are no other benefits apart from the milestone rewards.
Cooking Skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
Allows you one percent of bonus chance to make delicious food.
Mining Skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
Allows you one percent bonus chance for landing a critical hit during mining with every level up.
Runecrafting skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
You can only unlock milestone rewards.
Woodcutting skills in RuneScape Dragonwilds
Leads to one-percent reduction in woodcutting stamina consumption with every level up.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:50 PM
There are dozens of early-game resources you need to upgrade your character in Runescape: Dragonwilds, but one of the toughest materials to acquire is Coarse Thread. Coarse Thread is needed to make a bow and other stronger pieces of gear in Ashenfall, so how do you go about adding it to your inventory?
In the guide below, you can see exactly what you need to get Coarse Thread and what it's used for in RuneScape: Dragonwilds.
Getting Coarse Thread in RuneScape: Dragonwilds
To break it down easily, Coarse Thread is produced by using Coarse Animal Fur at a Spinning Wheel. All you need to do is fire up your Spinning Wheel, insert some Coarse Animal Fur, and you'll have Coarse Thread to use in no time.
Of course, there's a little more to it than just following those simple steps. First, you need to find the sources of Coarse Animal Fur; it's not just lying around on the ground like stone and wood are. Coarse Animal Fur is most commonly looted by killing wildlife around the starting areas in RuneScape: Dragonwilds.
You can easily loot a ton of Coarse Animal Fur by killing Kebbits, which are level one creatures you can find right outside of the tutorial castle after first booting up a new playthrough. If you look by Doric's tent or all around the Temple Woods starting area, you'll find more than your fair share of Kebbits.
Coarse Animal Fur can also be looted by killing other creatures, such as rats, which are also located in the Temple Woods region. Rats are required to kill for Vannaka's tutorial quest, so you'll already be looking for them anyway. Basically, if an animal has fur and you can kill it near the starting area of Dragonwilds, you can loot Coarse Animal Fur from it.
Once you have a solid stack of Coarse Animal Fur in your inventory, you need to build a Spinning Wheel to turn it into Coarse Thread. But there are some steps you need to take before a Spinning Wheel can be created.
First off, you need to ensure you have the right resources to build the Spinning Wheel. The Spinning Wheel takes the following resources:
Ash Logs and Stone are simple to find; you can pick them up off the grass or chop down a tree/mine a boulder to acquire the resources. As for Flax, you can easily loot that resource by going to Bramblemead Valley, which is located east of Temple Woods. You have to visit the Wise Old Man here and set up a base in the area as part of the tutorial.
Flax around this area isn't difficult to find at all. You're looking for a large blue flower that grows all over the place in the grassy parts of the valley.
Once you have your Flax, Logs, and Stone, you need to complete one more step to build the Spinning Wheel. Unlike other crafting stations, the Spinning Wheel needs a roof over it to use. This means you need to build a simple base or use an existing roof in the world to build the Spinning Wheel under. You can build a base by pressing "B" to access the build menu in Dragonwilds. From there, build some wood foundations, walls, and roofs to get a starter base going. You can then open the menu again, go to the "Crafting" section, and find the Spinning Wheel there.
When the Spinning Wheel is built with a roof over it, go up to it and press the interact button. Here, you can insert your Coarse Animal Fur on the top square and then press "Craft" to start producing Coarse Thread. It takes three Coarse Animal Fur to craft one Coarse Thread, so you'll need a decent amount of fur to make enough thread for other crafting recipes, like a bow.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 3:08 PM
Every builder has felt the sting of placing an item, only to realize later it's all wrong. This same frustration can happen in RuneScape: Dragonwilds. But no need to stress! We're here to guide you through the process of moving structures so you can perfect your designs without hassle.
How do you move or destroy structures in RuneScape: Dragonwilds?
In RuneScape: Dragonwilds, the only way to move structures is by deleting them and placing them again. The delete option can be tricky to find, since it's not as apparent as other features. Here's a step-by-step guide on what you need to do:
The Toggle Repair Mode lets you delete and fix any structure. Use the "T" button or select this feature with your mouse to enter this mode. You'll now see an option to "Delete" or "Repair" your structure. Choosing the latter will drop the items used for this particular build, including wood and stone.
Use the returned materials to place the item, allowing you to successfully move your structure in RuneScape: Dragonwilds. This technique will help set you up for future builds, whether as a base of operations or workstations. Plus, if you're ever in need of more resources, you can simply explore around trees and boulders to gather materials without even needing a pickaxe or axe.
Given how the game is still in early access, there may be a way to move items in a more accessible way, but for now, you'll just have to delete them. You can also use the Repair option whenever your structures have been damaged. If you approach an item and it's below 100 percent, you should probably look into fixing it. You may need more materials to remedy specific issues, though.
There will likely be more ways to tweak your RuneScape: Dragonwilds builds with the promise of exciting new content coming in the future. The early access roadmap hints at the introduction of a Creative Mode and new crafting tiers. Although there isn't much information about these upcoming features, it'll undoubtedly transform the current system, offering more freedom and flexibility for builders. If you're looking to up your graphics for your builds, check out our guide on the game's minimum and recommended system requirements.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:40 PM
Overwatch 2 Stadium is a mode so unique to what the hero shooter has to offer that it almost feels like an entirely new spinoff.
OW2's Stadium takes inspiration from games like MOBAs and shooters like Counter-Strike, along with making it playable in third-person perspective, all to create something totally fresh and quite fun.
During each best-of-seven match in Stadium, heroes can earn Stadium Cash to buy upgrades known as Powers and Items to customize and build their heroes to be completely different from standard OW2, and potentially different between each game you play in Stadium.
Here are all of the Items and Powers available in Stadium's Armory in Overwatch 2.
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All Armory Items and Powers in Overwatch 2 Stadium
A lot of Items are available across all heroes with their buffs, but individual heroes have their own Hero Items along with specific Powers. Below, you can find all of the Items in the Armory along with how much Stadium Cash each one costs.
After that, we've listed each hero currently available in Stadium, along with their Powers (up to four total can be selected, one each at rounds one, three, five, and seven) and hero-specific Hero Items.
Global Items in OW2 Stadium Armory
Tank Hero Items and Powers in OW2 Stadium
D.Va
Junker Queen
Orisa
Reinhardt
Zarya
Damage Hero Items and Powers in OW2 Stadium
Ashe
Cassidy
Genji
Mei
Reaper
Soldier: 76
Support Hero Items and Powers in OW2 Stadium
Ana
Juno
Kiriko
Lucio
Mercy
Moira
This article will be updated whenever there is new information for OW2 Stadium, such as new heroes, patch notes, or other changes. The mode goes live in OW2 on April 22 as part of season 16.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:32 PM
Connecting with people and friends on Roblox makes the experience more social and fun. Following others lets you keep up with their activities and join them in games more easily. It also helps build a sense of community as you explore and play together, so follow along with our Roblox Following Guide to learn how.
Steps to Follow Someone on Roblox
Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to Follow a player on Roblox.
1. Open the Roblox Home Page
Open your Roblox game and navigate to the Home Page. You can click on the button that looks like a house in the top-left of the screen. Once you open the Roblox Home Page, you will be able to see the 'Search' box at the top of the screen.
2. Find the Person you Want to Follow
Click on the 'Search' box and type in the name of your friend or anyone you would like to follow. Once you are done typing their name, make sure that the spelling is correct, and click Enter.
If you do not know the player's full in-game name, you can also use the following trick:
You can click on the 'Roblox' icon in the top-left corner of any game and find a player you would like to follow there. From there, simply go to their profile and use the following instructions.
3. Click on the Profile Options and Follow
You've arrived at the player's profile. To follow them, just tap the three dots next to their name and select the Follow button. If you decide to Unfollow later, simply tap the same button again.
That is all for our Roblox Following Guide. Check out our Roblox Page to find out more fun things to do in the game, along with useful information and game codes.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:06 PM
Dune: Awakening could be one of the biggest releases of 2025, and the upcoming MMO is scheduled for a launch later this summer.
While the beta test is going on as of writing, the full launch has been slightly delayed. The information was shared on X via the game's official account, which is disappointing if you were excited to enjoy the game in May. This guide will provide you with all the necessary information surrounding the delayed launch, along with a countdown.
Dune: Awakening Release Date
Dune: Awakening was originally scheduled to release in the middle of May. The closed beta test also began in April, as per the original plans. The final launch has been pushed back about three weeks. The new release date for the upcoming MMO is June 10.
There's also a head start available for those who opt for either the Deluxe Edition or the Ultimate Edition. Both editions offer you up to five days of advanced access as the Head Start begins on June 5. Hopefully, there won't be any further delays before the full release.
Dune: Awakening Release Time
Funcom hasn't announced the exact release time. Typically, they follow simultaneous launches on all platforms. That's true for all their previous releases, including Conan Exiles. The following times and the countdown are based on the assumption that Funcom will follow the same pattern once again. Once we have confirmation, the updated times will be added to the article.
The following countdown is temporary, counting down to the day of full launch at the moment. As soon as we have an official launch time, this will be updated.
Official Launch
Advanced Access
If you choose to go for advanced access, make sure to use the following timer.
If there are any changes in launch times, it will reflect on the countdowns.
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Destructoid Tuesday, April 15, 2025 2:02 PM
The first-ever patch for Blue Prince has dropped, finally smoothing out its brutal RNG and frustrating save file issues. But just as players begin to breathe easy, content creators are hit with a new headache: copyright strikes—most notably tied to the game's eerie, evocative soundtrack.
Since the game's release, several players have faced unexpected copyright claims, pushing many to mute the soundtrack entirely just to keep their content monetized. The issue caught the attention of Dogubomb, which stated that the copyright strikes were "not a deliberate action of ours or the composer." Thankfully, the team is already working on a fix, possibly alongside the newest Patch 1.01.
In the meantime, Dogubomb suggests following the guidelines of the publisher's Raw Fury Let's Play policies. The music section, in particular, indicates that content creators must give proper credit to composers and performers, or else they may need to mute the soundtrack.
We can expect more updates on this issue as Dogubomb looks further into the copyright strikes. On the bright side, Patch 1.01 did give us some much-desired fixes, including a buff for its RNG mechanics. Blue Prince has been known to be pretty unforgiving when it comes to drafting specific rooms or acquiring high-valued items. However, the first patch promises to ease the grind, making it less stressful to stumble upon key content. For example, you'll see more frequent spawns of the crucial Battery Pack, which is especially important for reaching the Antechamber's Room 46. You'll also improve your chances of discovering rare (minor spoilers here) Outer Rooms.
Along with the RNG buffs, the team has tackled a pesky bug related to save files, where new game data would overwrite your previous saves. Even though this fix helps with new games, you'll notice that the Backup, Restore, and Duplicate Save File features have been temporarily disabled as the team fine-tunes the solution.
Steam and PlayStation users should already have access to this patch, but Xbox (including Game Pass players) may need to wait until April 15. Maybe by then, we'll get more information on Blue Prince's copyright strikes to get streamers back in the game.
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