GamersHeroes Monday, March 3, 2025 3:01 PM Gamers Heroes recently spoke with Gryzor about ZPF's design, incredible Kickstarter success, and sweet, sweet music - learn more with our interview. The post ZPF Interview: Gryzor Talks Design, Kickstarter Success, and Sound Style appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
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PCGamesN Monday, March 3, 2025 7:09 PM  Ah, Ghost Recon. What a series. If only we knew how good we had it back in the day where new games, spinoffs, and expansions would drop frequently. These days, the well is pretty much dry, save for revisiting Ghost Recon Breakpoint, the most recent game in the series. That's exactly what swathes of players are doing right now, because Breakpoint is currently blessed with an almighty discount on Steam. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best open-world games, Best war games, Best sandbox games |
PCGamesN Monday, March 3, 2025 6:05 PM  While Manor Lords goes medieval and Terra Invicta takes things to space, Old World is the strategy game in Hooded Horse's excellent lineup that Civilization fans will really gravitate to. One of the first projects to be published by the label, Old World is still going strong, and it's just dropped a new DLC that is full of disasters. Don't fret, I'm not talking about game-breaking bugs or questionable mechanics, I'm talking about the ones cooked up by Mother Nature - or the gods, in this case. So, get ready for your hexes to be battered by tsunamis, wildfires, sandstorms, and more in the Wrath of Gods DLC, which also adds a new faction, dozens of new events, and much more. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Upcoming PC Games, Best strategy games, Best 4X games |
PCGamesN Monday, March 3, 2025 4:34 PM  The Fallout fantasy was already alive and well in Endzone 2, one of the most overlooked city-building strategy games around at the moment. Its post-apocalyptic setting, irradiated environment, ramshackled and upcycled buildings, and focus on exploration all made sure of that. But now, just like Vault-Tec, Endzone 2 is heading below ground. While your settlements will remain above the surface, two new expeditions will see you explore underground facilities, and one feels very much like a Fallout-style vault. The game's new update has also added a new education system, a mission board, and much more. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games, Best survival games, Best upcoming PC games |
PCGamesN Monday, March 3, 2025 4:04 PM  What are the latest DBD codes? These freebie-granting DBD rewards can reward you with anything from a few bonus Bloodpoints to help prestige the latest character, to new and exclusive in-game cosmetics, so it's crucial you get them while they're live. There are more ways to customize your game than ever with DBD badges and banners, but there are still occasional rewards for items for your DBD killers and survivors, too. All of them let you show off your style, while Dead by Daylight Bloodpoints and Rift Fragments help your in-game progress, so there are always plenty of goodies to be had. Some of these Dead by Daylight codes are ongoing though, so you may have snapped them up already. Continue reading DBD codes March 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Monday, March 3, 2025 2:52 PM  Season 3 of Call of Duty Black Ops 6 has been shaping up to be a big one - but ironically, it's more so for its free-to-play brother, Warzone, as the long-awaited return of its day-one map Verdansk seems likely to happen at the start of the season. However, in a surprise announcement, Activision has announced that Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 has been delayed by two weeks. Continue reading Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 hit with a surprise delay MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Warzone loadouts, Best Warzone AR, Best Warzone guns |
Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 7:30 PM
The Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs has granted Kirby and Super Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai an Art Encouragement Prize award in the Media Arts category for his work on the "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games" YouTube channel.
Sakurai shared the news on his personal social media showing a picture with the Japanese listing of the recipients for the 75th edition of the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Awards. In the post, the developer jokingly added that he wondered if this new award means he can now call himself a "cultured person."
Furthermore, Masahiro Sakurai added that he was recently nominated for a Life Achievement Award by the Japanese Association of Media in Digital (or AMD) for his aforementioned YouTube channel in addition to his work in the video game industry.
As a reminder the "Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games" YouTube channel started on August 2022 with the final episode airing on October 22, 2024. Sakurai commented on his decision to not monetize the channel in an interview back in early November 2024. Additionally, the developer confirmed on the finale episode that he is currently working on a new game, although he couldn't give any details about it yet.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 7:00 PM
A brand new Persona themed cookbook is heading to the United States. Persona: The Official Cookbook will bring recipes to make famous meals from the Persona games in readers' own kitchens on September 23, 2025. It will cost $27.99 for the hardcover and $10 for the Kindle version.
It will contain 55 recipes for fans to try out. This will include recipes for everything from the Master Curry and Coffee from Leblanc in Persona 5, to Persona 4's Rainy Day Mega Beef Bowl Challenge. As of now, the full list of recipes is unknown but the description for the cookbook mentions that options like Chies's fsteak skewers and the Mystery Food X will be on the table.
The cookbook is written by Jarrett Melendez, who, in addition to writing numerous themed cookbooks for series like Pokémon, Runescape, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians, has also been a contributor to Bon Appetit and other food-centric online publications.
The Persona series is no stranger to food related collaborations. In September 2024, a special craft cola called "Sea of Souls" inspired by Persona 3: Reload was released. In addition, a Lucrea figure based on Persona 5 Royal's pancake-loving detective Goro Akechi will once again be available to purchase in August 2025.
Persona: the Official Cookbook will be available on September 23, 2025.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 6:30 PM
Level-5 will hold a special Heroes Showcase stream for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, which will also be when it announces the game's release date. The stream will take place on April 11, 2025, and will also include information on the game's system requirements and specs.
You'll be able to watch the Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Heroes Showcase on the official Level-5 YouTube channel. The link to the stream will appear at a later date. This stream will contain the finalized information for the game's systems and mechanics, so there shouldn't be any additions to it later on. This also means that, barring extenuating circumstances, there shouldn't be any more delays to the game.
In a blog post, Level-5 CEO, Akihiro Hino, stated that he decided to hold a showcase to introduce all the features that'll be in Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road. This is because it has so many features that a promotional video can't possibly introduce them all. Currently, the website for the game lists the release window as June 2025. However, Hino hinted that the game may come out a little later than that due to the studio's work on Fantasy Life i. However, he wants to assure players that the final date will be one "that players can look forward to," which likely means it'll be sometime in the near future.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road will come out for the PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, and mobile devices.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 6:00 PM
Disney Step has officially launched in Japan. It's an AR game that has you searching for treasure in real life with Mickey and other Disney characters.
Disney Step is an ARG in the vein of Pokemon Go and Pikmin Bloom. The city around you transforms into the setting of the game, and you can go around IRL to look for treasure with familiar Disney characters. Like most mobile games, it's free-to-play with microtransactions involving real-life money. From the website, it seems that gacha items are for cosmetics. You can dress up your avatar in various outfits and costumes, including items that draw inspiration from Disney characters and movies.
You can watch the trailer for the game here:
Like most other ARGs that involve using your phone to explore real life, you should be aware of your surroundings so you're not walking into traffic or trespassing.
There will be a login campaign between March 3 to April 1, 2025 to celebrate the game's launch. Every day for seven days, you can log in to receive premium gacha tickets and gems. According to the website, over 500,000 people pre-registered for Disney Step before its March 3, 2025 release date. To commemorate this, all players will receive gems, keys, and a Mickey Mouse plush to take pictures with in the photo studio.
Disney Step is available on mobile devices in Japan.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 5:30 PM
Suzuki and Capcom are collaborating to make an actual motorcycle inspired by Juri in Street Fighter 6. The bike will appear during the Capcom Cup 11 and Street Fighter League World Championship 2024 events which will be held between March 5-9, 20255 in Japan.
The Street Fighter 6 collaboration motorcycle is called GSX-8R Tuned by Juri, and it uses the GSX-8R model as its base. The bike won't be available on sale, and is only for display. The special model features Juri's iconic spider pattern as well as her color scheme to create an aggressive look. Additionally, the Feng Shui Engine that Juri uses on her left eye is also on display on the bike's engine.
The bike will be on display at the Suzuki booth during the aforementioned Capcom Cup 11 event, and a photo booth will be set up for attendants to take pictures alongside the motorcycle. Some of the people attending the Suzuki booth can also opt-in to receive a tote bag and clear file folder with an illustration of Juri on the motorcycle. The GSX-8R Tuned by Juri model will also appear at a special exhibit in a motorcycle show in Osaka held on March 21, 2025, which will also appear in Tokyo and Nagoya afterwards.
You can check out the Street Fighter 6 Juri motorcycle and collaboration goods here:
Street Fighter 6 is readily available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game is also available in arcades. Mai Shiranui is the latest DLC character to appear.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 3:30 PM
When FFXIV patches arrive, it isn't uncommon for there to be changes regarding the types of Allagan Tomestones that will be available, and we'll be seeing Mathematics ones arriving and both Causality and Comedy leaving in patch 7.2. Square Enix also noted that Allagan Tomestones of Aesthetics changes are coming too, though we can still hold on to them and trade them for another type. Patch 7.2 debuts at the end of March 2025.
The FFXIV Allagan Tomestones of Causality and Comedy debuted in 6.4, but then stopped being offered as a reward in 7.0. However, those who had them could still trade them for the Poetics variety. Once 7.2 arrives, those will be gone completely. This means, if you don't want them to go to waste, you need to head to Revenant's Toll, then talk to the NPC Auriana at X:22.7 Y:6.7. That allows you to swap for the currently active currency that can be traded for items.
As for the Allagan Tomestones of Aesthetics, you can't earn them or trade them for items anymore in FFXIV. However, they will still be available now and after 7.2. If you have any of them, head to Auriana. That character will give you Allagan Tomestones of Heliometry for them. However, you can only have 2,000 of those at a time.
Little is known about Allagan Tomestones of Mathematics so far. If you hit level 100 in a class or job, you can earn them by playing. However, the announcement didn't show the items you can swap them for just yet.
We'll know more about other FFXIV patch 7.2 elements fairly soon. The Letter from the Producer Live LXXXVI will go over it. That is going to be held on March 14, 2025. Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida and Global Community Producer Toshio "Foxclon" Murouchi will specifically discuss some of the Part 2 content for this update.
Final Fantasy XIV and its Dawntrail expansion are available for the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The FFXIV Letter from the Producer Live 86 will air at 3am PT/6am ET on March 14, 2025, and it will cover the 7.2 patch.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 2:00 PM
Sunblink and Sanrio announced not only the return of the Hello Kitty Island Adventure Springtime Celebration event, but the debut of the Snow & Sound update that brings the game up to 2.4. The patch that adds the 2.4 content is only on Apple Arcade as of March 3, 2025. However, Springtime Celebration is live on every platform.
The Springtime Celebration is a cherry blossom festival that involves getting Japanese-themed furniture and kimonos for characters to wear. As you go around the Resort Plaza hub, you'll see pink petals you can grab or earn them. These can be spent at the event storefront to trade for the customization items. There is also a login event with daily rewards, such as hakama outfits. Past items will return.
Here's the 2025 trailer for this year's event:
As for Snow & Sound, that Hello Kitty Island Adventure update adds to Icy Peak in 2.4. This is a region that's been present in-game since launch, and we'd unlock it by completing the initial part of the campaign. Now there are actual homes and cabins there. This update will also expand City Town, for those who unlocked it. In addition to new features, Usahana-related visitors will possibly start showing up if you prepare the right cabins.
The last event to appear was Hugs & Hearts. That is the annual Valentine's Day event in-game.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure is available on the Switch, PC, and Apple Arcade iOS devices, the Springtime Celebration event is live until April 7, 2025, and the Snow & Sound 2.4 update is live on Apple Arcade now.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 1:30 PM
Sega not only revealed the Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 release date, but also noted pre-orders for the game are available on multiple digital storefronts. We can already call dibs on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC copies, though the Switch editions aren't showing up at the eShop at the moment. The game debuts on August 5, 2025, though the Digital Deluxe Edition guarantees access on July 31, 2025.
Here are links to all the Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 pre-order pages that are live so far:
Standard copies of the game cost $59.99. That nets you the game and, if pre-ordered, Muichiro Tokito and Mitsuri Kanroji character unlocks that gain you access to both faster. The digital standard version also features unlocks for the Kimetsu Academy versions of Kyojuro Rengoku and Tengen Uzui. There will be about 40 characters in the full game, with new and returning fighters appearing.
The Digital Deluxe Edition of the game is $69.99, and it adds four more features. However, some of them are just unlocks. As mentioned earlier, you get early access on July 31, 2025 if you pre-order, as well as the ability to use Muichiro and Mitsuri right away. The Kyojuro and Tengen Kimetsu Academy unlocks are present too. The other free unlocks gives you access to Gyomei Himejima, Obanai Iguro, Sanemi Shinazugawa, and Tengen right away. Tanjiro Kamado and Inosuke Hashibira both get their Entertainment District kimonos as extra costumes. You can dress up Tengen in his Shinobi Attire outfit. Finally, you get an Upper Rank Demons set of VS Mode system voices that includes Akaza, Daki, Gyokko, Gyutaro, and Zohakuten.
Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 will come to the Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC on August 5, 2025, and those who pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition can start playing on July 31, 2025. The first game is available on all of those platforms now.
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Siliconera Monday, March 3, 2025 1:30 PM
Hideki Kamiya has once again expressed his interest in reviving Scalebound. The game he would have worked on with Microsoft was canceled in 2017.
News of Kamiya's interest came from social media for his new development studio Clovers. In a 30-second video, we can see Hideki Kamiya watching YouTube videos of Scalebound in the office, reminiscing over the game's development. A member of the team comments that the protagonist's smartphone and headphones made the game seem like an isekai game, something that Kamiya notes is a trend right now. In the text of the post, Kamiya is quoted as saying he would "love to make it again someday". He later followed this up with another post simply saying, "let's do it, Phil!", directly addressing Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox.
Scalebound was originally announced at Microsoft's E3 2014 presentation as a collaboration between Microsoft and Hideki Kamiya's previous studio, PlatinumGames. Despite positive reaction and some prominent marketing, the game would eventually be canceled in 2017. However, Kamiya has expressed interest in reviving the project before, as he'd previously stated this in an interview with IGN Japan in 2020. Microsoft currently retain the Scalebound IP.
Hideki Kamiya has since left PlatinumGames, but is clearly hoping that his new studio, Clovers, may be an opportunity to revive the project. The studio is named after the former Clover Studio at Capcom where Kamiya worked on Okami and Viewtiful Joe. The name is appropriate, as their first project will be a long-awaited sequel to Okami.
Scalebound was originally in development for the Xbox One and PC, but was canceled in 2017.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 5:56 PM
Wisps in Verse Piece are little creatures that follow you around and help you out in various ways. However, they are very tricky to catch as they spawn in peculiar spots and disappear relatively quickly if you don't catch them on time. So, we prepared the following Wisps guide, along with a list of all of their spawn locations, to help you get a Wisp of your own in Verse Piece.
Table of Contents
What are Wisps in Verse Piece
Wisps in Verse Piece grant you unique abilities that trigger automatically in certain situations. They are definitely not game-changing to your build. However, they can boost your survivability and CC enough to help you survive for longer in PvP and PvE. Also, some Wisps can increase your luck and the number of drops you get, which is handy overall.
How to Get Wisps and Their Spawn Locations in Verse Piece
You can get Wisps in Verse Piece by interacting with one of them after they appear on one of their spawn locations. Thankfully, a notification in the chat lets you know when this happens. Once you've caught a Wisp, click on it in your inventory to use it. The Wisp will follow you around after that and activate its abilities under certain conditions.
Wisps spawn on one of the Verse Piece islands, and they despawn if you don't find them on time. In total, there are eight Wisp spawn locations in Verse Piece, and those are:
Why Are Wisps Not Spawning for Me?
There are a few reasons why Wisps aren't spawning for you in Verse Piece. Most frequently, this issue occurs when you are the only player on a server. So, if you are grinding on your own on a private server, try to get at least one other player on it so that the Wisps can start spawning. If the Wisps are still not spawning, then recheck the spawn locations and verify that no Wisps are currently active. As a last resort, try switching or restarting a server to see if that fixes the issue.
How to Level Up Wisps in Verse Piece
Wisps can gain XP only from regular mobs that spawn on most Verse Piece islands that have quests on them. Notably, the Vasto Lorde mobs in Karakura Town currently grant you the most Wisp XP per kill. The Bosses, however, don't drop any Wisp XP. So, you will have to grind non-boss enemies to level up your Wisp, which isn't optimal.
How to Remove a Wisp From You in Verse Piece
To remove a Wisp that is attached to you in Verse Piece, use a Remove Wisp Potion from your inventory. Keep in mind that when you remove a Wisp, you will permanently lose it, along with all of its levels. In case you don't have a Remove Wisp Potion, you can get it from most chests, and you can also fish one out occasionally.
With that, you are ready to get yourself some Wisps in Verse Piece on your own. If you want to really round out your build and boost its damage to the maximum, then make sure to check out our Verse Piece race and trait guides as well.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 4:14 PM
Bad games have been a blight upon the world for as long as video games have existed. Most likely, they always will be. From broken or bland design to poor technical execution, there are many ways a potentially good game can go bad and an equally long list of reasons a game might descend into the realm of endless suck.
Whether fun didn't make it into the budget or the final product buckled under the weight of overambition, bad games aren't that fun—unless they are.
Sometimes, a perfect cocktail of horrible execution can lead to something that contains all the hallmarks of a positive experience. Many games that have all the ingredients of an appalling mess, but are, somehow, perfectly edible and mindbogglingly delicious. Here are some of the "best" worst video games ever made.
Top picks for bad yet fun games
Jurrassic Park: Tresspasser
There have been a lot of games that have attempted to bridge the gap between movies and video games in terms of experience. Whether that involves making a game 95% FMV footage like Night Trap or by filling in gaps in the story, like Enter the Matrix, the idea of films and games being held in the same esteem has been a carrot dangling in the face of developers. Trespasser was another game reaching for that carrot. Promising to feature an experience that was as real as being in the film itself, it had no shortage of ambition. Its key features were a fully working dinosaur ecosystem and a real-time physics engine that powers everything from the items you pick up to how the dinosaurs move.
Unfortunately, ambition is only the first step of the process, and for Trespasser, every other step appears to have been a tumble down the stairs. The ecosystem didn't work out, so all the dinosaurs had their moods set to pure malice. Anne, the playable protagonist, manipulates the environment with an arm so rubbery it would make Surgeon Simulator 2013's avatar jealous. Combat boils down to raptors trying to rub their teeth on you while you try and jam a stick down their throat before you die of gingivitis.
The result of all this is a fun experience. The game keeps trying to put you into tense situations, but if the physics don't ruin the moment, a glitch surely will. Dinosaurs will often find their legs pivoting wildly back and forth, and if you catch one unaware, you might see it wildly pirouetting until it launches itself into space like it wants revenge on the meteor that wiped its kind out.
Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric
Oh, Sonic. Sega's Blue Blur has never been afraid to take big swings, even (and perhaps especially) when he doesn't need to. Most of us remember where we were when Sonic the Hedgehog 2006 dropped, but to me, the gold medal for the "best" worst Sonic the Hedgehog game goes to Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric.
Released during an age when Sega was hellbent on rebooting the Sonic franchise, Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric was supposed to the spearhead of a massive multi-media initiative meant to introduce this new, superhero-adjacent version of Sonic and his friends to audiences worldwide. While I'll argue with anyone that the Sonic Boom television series is an underrated gem, Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric was a game so broken it made Sonic the Hedgehog 2006 look like Game of the Year material.
Playing Rise of Lyric feels like walking around a carnival in a thunderstorm; everything around you seems to be at constant risk of being torn off the ground and flung into the sky. Everything from NPCs to breakable objects to crucial pieces of the levels' architecture jitter and wobble uncontrollably. If you ever decide that this is all too much of you, you can always do the infinite jump glitch with Knuckles and soar to the end of any stage. Seriously: you'll believe an echidna can fly after you play this game.
Played the way Sega intended, Rise of Lyric is a brutal slog that sucks hours out of your life that can never be refunded. When played with friends who love to push games to their breaking points, Rise of Lyrics is a fantastic time. Most games can handle it when you go where you aren't supposed to or move objects in a way they weren't supposed to be. The same doesn't hold true for Rise of Lyric; all you need to do to transform the game into a wasteland of hilarious bugs is step a little outside the boundaries. As you can probably guess, hilarity tends to ensue afterwards.
So, what horrible game would you recommend? What is the "best" worst game you've ever played?
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 4:01 PM
The official poster of GTA 6, one of the most eagerly anticipated video games of the last few years, has been shared numerous times on social media. However, the same act has created ripples in the gaming and entertainment community after being done by John Cena.
Cena shared the official poster on his Instagram account in a cryptic post, which has opened a can of peculiar theories about what it could possibly mean. Here's my take on the incident and why GTA fans (myself included) should not get too hyped up about it.
John Cena's GTA 6 post is more of a meme than a leak
There's always a chance for someone like John Cena to be featured in a game like GTA 6. The wrestler has already acted in a fair number of movies, and we have seen plenty of actors being part of video games. If there's one publisher who can afford someone of Cena's stature, it has to be Rockstar. Getting Cena in GTA 6 might be the "most GTA 6 thing" possible.
However, the post could be more about a popular meme, which incidentally refers to how long we have been waiting for Rockstar to release GTA 6. We are yet to get a confirmed launch window, although it should be in 2025 (unless there are delays). Yet, it's been a long time since we had GTA 5, and many things have happened in the world since.
In fact, fans have often used the term "we got... before GTA 6", which again highlights how patient they have been. There are plenty of memorable memes about global events that few would have expected to happen. Yet, they did, and before the world could dive into GTA 6.
I firmly believe that Cena's recent post refers to his heel turn, which shocked me. In his own way, this is him saying "We got a John Cena Heel Turn before GTA 6". Few would have seen this move coming into the start of 2025, as many had expected him to bid adieu to professional wrestling.
Hence, it's best to hold on to your horses for now, and I will not think anything more unless I see my favorite baby face (or ex-baby face) being shown in the game's next trailer. While the possibility is always open, it's safe to think otherwise, at least for now. That said, I am eagerly hoping that Rockstar will release the game as early as possible in 2025 so we can lay down the "We got XYZ before GTA 6" meme template for a well-deserved rest.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 3:52 PM
Every new season of Call of Duty revitalizes the franchise in new ways, whether with the latest maps or weapons. Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3 will continue this trend, where we may see the return of a beloved map. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming update.
BO6 and Warzone Season 3 release date
Although BO6 and Warzone Season 3 was previously set for March 20, it has now been delayed to April 3, 2025. Like most delays, it will give the developers more time to finely tweak the new content. The Call of Duty Twitter/X indicates that it will be a "big moment" for the franchise in light of Warzone's 5th Anniversary.
Since the Call of Duty page has teased a massive new update, I reckon the following patch will be significant in size. My file is already approaching the 200 GB mark, but Season 3 will likely extend it even more.
What to expect in Warzone and Black Ops 6 Season 3
Outside of the delay announcement, there isn't much known about Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 3. The return of the classic Warzone map, Verdansk, is at the top of the rumor mill after Charlie Intel reported on playtests within this location. A Call of Duty post also indicates that the map will come back in 2025, adding much more fuel to the fire. Leaks suggest Verdansk will appear as the OG 2020 version, perfect for Warzone veterans.
In addition to a Verdansk return, there will likely be a Warzone 5th Anniversary event. Like Mobile's Anniversary, you can expect more ways to get rewards and a possible new map. I'd be curious to see if Black Ops 6 Zombies will get another map, considering that a new one has been introduced each season. The Mansion could be next on the list, which may include tight spaces similar to The Tomb and Citadelle des Morts. While you're waiting for the new season, check out our breakdown of the BO6 and Warzone 2025 schedule for current and upcoming events.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 3:24 PM
The Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC introduces one more fodder SBC to complete in EA FC 25, and you can complete it to earn a free pack.
As usual, the cost of completing the challenge is low, and it can be reduced to zero if you have all the required fodder. Let's look at how to complete the challenge and the rewards waiting for you.
EA FC 25 Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC tasks
The Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC has only one task, and here are the requirements.
Task 1 - Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC
EA FC 25 Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC solutions
Meeting the chemistry requirement can be slightly tricky. If you get stuck, the following solution will allow you to complete the SBC and get all the rewards. Do note that some of the items can be slightly expensive due to high demand in the market.
Task 1 - Fantasy FC Challenge 3 SBC
Completing the challenge will unlock a Rare Players pack. This pack typically costs 50,000 coins from the in-game store and includes 12 Rare Gold Player items. Any of them is guaranteed to be rated 83 or higher, raising their chances to be a promo card/walkout. At worst, you can always use some fodder in recently released SBCs like the Jule Brand Fantasy FC. To get a Rare Players Pack for almost free of cost is too good an opportunity to pass.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 3:11 PM
Even though Black Ops 6 has been out for quite a while, the game is still alive and well with its consistent updates. Events are one of the main reasons it continues to thrive, typically celebrating a crossover for the season.
If you want to stay updated on BO6 and Warzone, here's a deep dive into its event schedule.
BO6 and Warzone 2025 event schedule
The Call of Duty world has hosted seasonal events throughout the years, including the classic Haunting and CODMAS extravaganzas. Double XP celebrations also come up a lot, lasting an entire weekend. So, without further ado, let's break down all current and upcoming Black Ops 6 and Warzone events in 2025.
BO6 and Warzone ongoing events in 2025
At the time of writing, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles event is active in Black Ops 6 and Warzone. You can utilize TMNT Operators like Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael to match the theme.
TMNT Scorestreaks are also available, offering robust powers with each Operator. Earn enough XP to unlock rewards in the Free and Premium Track. For the Free route, you can acquire the Skateboard, Foot Clan Operator Skin, and the D1.3 weapon. But, if you want the exclusive Splinter Operator skin, you'll need to purchase the Premium Track, showcasing even more TMNT goodies.
All upcoming events for BO6 and Warzone in 2025
Clover Craze will be the last event of Season 2, starting from March 13 and ending on March 20. You'll get to participate in a St. Patrick's Day extravaganza while it's active. BO6 Multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone will drop clovers on the field, exchangeable on the Event page. It'll get you closer to the Cloverleaf AMES AR Blueprint, a unique new weapon for Season 2. More events may be on the horizon, especially with the Season 3 delay announcement, but we won't know for sure until more details are revealed.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 3:03 PM
The Jule Brand Fantasy FC SBC is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the challenge to unlock a special card for your Ultimate Team squad.
To obtain the card, you'll have to complete three tasks. Let's examine how to get this special card and see if it's worth your resources.
EA FC 25 Jule Brand Fantasy FC SBC tasks
The Jule Brand Fantasy FC SBC has three tasks, and here are the requirements.
Task 1 - Top Form
Task 2 - Germany
Task 3 - 85-Related Squad
EA FC 25 Jule Brand Fantasy FC SBC solutions
Here's a set of solutions to complete the latest Fantasy FC SBC in Ultimate Team.
Task 1 - Top Form
Task 2 - Germany
Task 3 - 85-Related Squad
This unique item can play in three positions and has three roles++. Her stats are ideally well-suited for either the LW or the LM position. She's a decent shot for someone who's a relative beginner in Ultimate Team. If you've been playing the game for some time, you may already have a better option in your existing squad.
For what the SBC costs, the new Jule Brand card is worth completing. However, alternate options like Raphinha World Tour SBC will be a better challenge despite having a higher completion cost.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 2:57 PM
When reaching Monster Hunter Wilds' endgame, the Ruins of Wyveria will no longer be used as a fast travel point. It'll lock you out of specific regional content, including upgrade items and mission features. To avoid this, we'll show you how to return to Wyveria.
How to unlock Wyveria in MH Wilds Chapter 4
The only way to return to the Ruins of Wyveria is by reaching Hunter Rank 20 or participating in Optional Quests within this region. Since Hunter Rank 20 takes up a lot of your time, you can initially use the Optional Quest method to farm wanted materials. Speak to Alma and select any of the following missions based in Wyveria:
Once you've started one of the Optional Quests above, you'll find yourself within the Ruins of Wyveria. However, this access is not permanent. Use your time wisely to gather the necessary materials for upgrades or crafting. Once you've completed your tasks, you'll be returned to Base Camp, and the temporary access to Wyveria will be closed until your next mission.
Given that the Optional Quests only give you access to Wyveria for a limited time, you can work your way up to Hunter Rank 20 to unlock it without this restriction. Triumph in side missions and monster takedowns to get closer to this level. After you've reached this rank, you'll unlock the Chapter 4-3 Wyvern Sparks and Rose Thorns. You'll be taken back to Wyveria, unlocking full access to this region.
You can grab items like the Milky Cocoon Web and the Origin Wylk Gems, which are only found in the Ruins of Wyveria. In addition to these resources, you'll find the Guardian Seikret Feathers, helping you craft Hunter Armor sets and Talismans.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 2:39 PM
The King of Egypt Evolution is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the upgrade to improve a lower-rated card of your choice.
To unlock the evolution, you'll have to spend 75,000 coins or 600 FC Points. The evolution provides stat upgrades to your chosen card, along with new playstyles and roles. Let's take a look at the requirements, followed by the best candidates to use.
EA FC 25 King of Egypt Evolution requirements
Here are the requirements for King of Egypt Evolution in EA FC 25.
EA FC 25 King of Egypt Evolution upgrades
There are four levels of upgrades, and here are the required conditions.
Upgrade level 1
Upgrade level 2
Upgrade level 3
Upgrade level 4
Upgrade level 1 requirements
Upgrade level 2 requirements
Upgrade level 3 requirements
Upgrade level 4 requirements
Best players to use in EA FC 25 King of Egypt Evolution
Here are some of the best cards to consider for this evolution.
These items make the best choices and utilize this evolution well, and you won't even need to combine the cards with other upgrades.
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Destructoid Monday, March 3, 2025 1:44 PM
The NPC Kanya has boatloads of fishing quests, starting from the early chapters to the endgame stages. During the Fishing for Flavor quest, she'll ask you to find the Gravid Bowfin, and we're here to show you how to catch it in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Where to find Gravid Bowfin in MH Wilds
Based on Kanya's hints, you can find Gravid Bowfins during the morning and nighttime. You can also set the Environment to 'Plenty' if you have reached far enough in your Hunter rank (when you unlock resting in the endgame). Travel to the following areas to acquire the Gravid Bowfin in Monster Hunter Wilds:
Since Gravid Bowfin is extremely rare, the locations above won't always guarantee a spawn. Many players, including myself, have had the best chances in Windward Plains' Oasis and Scarlet Forest' Base Camp. I've seen plenty of Gravid Bowfins spawn here, as long as you have the correct time. Additionally, if things don't go as planned, you can rest again to reset the fish in the area.
You're looking for a fish with noticeable scales displaying light coral head scales. It's also pretty long compared to other critters.
How to catch a Gravid Bowfin quickly in MH Wilds (Fishing for Flavor quest)
Of all the fishes in Monster Hunter Wilds, the Gravid Bowfin is one of the most challenging ones to catch. You'll notice that it often gets scared off easily, primarily when you perform the standard left-to-right movement. The quickest way to catch the Gravid Bowfin is to reel in the Emerald Jitterbait slowly. To do this, console players must perform a circular motion on their left stick, while PC users can tap between the W and S keys.
Place your lure in the Gravid Bowfin's line of sight and gradually reel it in. You'll need a lot of room to do this procedure, so ensure to cast it far away. When you start reeling it in, it should get the critter's attention with the Emerald Jitterbait. Kanya provides you with this bait during the Seeking the Goldenfish quest (one of the early fishing missions).
Although acquiring a Gravid Bowfin with your Capture Net is easier, you can't use it for the Fishing for Flavor side quest. You can only complete this mission by using your Fishing Rod and nothing else. However, if you've already achieved this task, you can use the net to capture them faster.
Once you've caught the critter, return to Scarlet Forest and report to Kanya. You'll receive five Jeweled Mullet Roe and five Honey for your efforts. The Jeweled Mullet Roe, in particular, is an excellent fishing touch you can add to your meal recipes. You'll also earn 100 Guild Points, giving you more chances to change the time and set up more Pop Up Camps.
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