WWE Superstar, DC anti-hero, and majestic mermaid John Cena has teamed up with Blizzard to promote Overwatch 2’s PvE story missions and biggest season yet.

In recent weeks, Blizzard has built excitement for Overwatch 2: Invasion by introducing a mysterious hooded character, “The Engima,” through popular streamers such as Flats, Emongg, and Shroud. The Enigma would “hack” into the creators’ streams, leaving hidden messages and clues regarding an oncoming attack from Null Sector, the antagonists of Overwatch 2’s upcoming story missions.

Today, The Enigma revealed themselves on-stream to be none other than everyone’s favorite invisible beefcake, John Cena. Cena also premiered a brand new trailer for Overwatch: Invasion — an unexpected but welcome surprise considering that Blizzard also released Sojourn’s cinematic earlier today.

Some perceptive players were able to decipher Cena’s clues leading up to his grand reveal. A hidden URL was found in the HTML code appearing on content creators’ streams. This URL leads to a single image with the initials “JC.” The code also includes the color code “#042377,” which is a reference to Cena’s birthday on April 23, 1977.

On July 29, Cena also shared a screenshot of a Twitch VOD from the official PlayOverwatch account. Jumping to the timestamp shown in the post brings the watcher to a section of the stream where Overwatch developers discussed the likelihood of future collaborations and crossovers.

It’s been fun seeing the Overwatch community try to put a face to The Enigma. Sometimes a face you can’t see is just what the world needs to sound the alarm of a looming, worldwide threat

John Cena

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Blizzard has assured Attack of the Fanboy that players haven’t seen the last of John Cena as “The Enigma,” and fans can expect to discover more ahead of Overwatch 2: Invasion’s launch through https://fighttheinvasion.com.

Overwatch 2: Invasion story missions launch on August 10, 2023, alongside a brand-new Support hero, “Flashpoint” game mode, Hero Mastery, and Null Sector-themed Battle Pass. Will you answer the call?

Baldur’s Gate 3 is the closest a game has ever come to fully simulating the flexibility of tabletop Dungeons & Dragons, and just like real-life D&D, it’s better with friends. That’s why developer Larian Studios has placed such an emphasis on cooperative multiplayer, which was a defining feature of its stellar Divinity series.

In addition to online co-op with up to four players, Baldur’s Gate 3 features split-screen couch co-op on both PC and PlayStation 5. Sadly, split-screen feels undercooked even after the game’s 3-year early access stint. Baldur’s Gate 3 is a widely ambitious RPG, and split-screen co-op buckles under the weight of the game’s ambition.

Setting up split-screen is easy enough, but there are a few headaches. The game doesn’t support two input types at once, so you have to use two controllers. If you want to use anything other than a standard Xbox controller, you’ll have to make sure Steam Input is enabled or your controller won’t work. It’s odd that PlayStation controllers aren’t natively supported given that the game is launching as a PS5 console exclusive in just a few weeks, but it’s not a huge deal.

Once you’re actually in the game with a second player, things are a blast — when they actually work. The game’s controller UI is perfect for the reduced screen real estate, and each player is free to explore untethered and converse with any NPC they wish. One player could buy and sell gear while the other chats up the locals, for example, letting the game’s fantastic voice performances break up the tedium of inventory management.

Unfortunately, split-screen breaks way too often. The most frequent bug you’ll encounter is one of the player characters turning invisible, only fixable by exiting the game and reloading your save. Sometimes, the game will only fade out of black after a cutscene for one player, leaving the other player trapped in a void of darkness. Again, you’ll have to restart the game to fix this. The game will also trap you in dialogue sometimes, forcing you to repeat the same skill check over and over to no avail.

On another occasion, our party was teleported to a fancy banquet hall by a mysterious demon. The scene was set immaculately, with candlelight showering a table of delicious food with a soft, warm glow. It was truly a sight to see, or at least it would have been if the game didn’t get stuck on a blinding white screen until we restarted. When we did manage to get into the scene correctly, the demon’s voice lines only played half the time too, adding insult to injury.

These minor annoyances aren’t enough to make split-screen unplayable, but there’s one major problem that takes things from annoying to frustrating: the crashes. Baldur’s Gate 3 crashes in split-screen all the time, usually after long combat sequences or cutscenes. The game will crash immediately after, so there’s no chance to save. This is especially irritating after long combat encounters. Imagine barely scraping by against tough enemies in an optional zone, expending all of your spell slots and running out of potions, and desperately looking forward to the next long rest only to be met with an immediate crash. Sorry, you’ve got to do it all again.

It’s so bad that our split-screen sessions are interrupted by quicksaves every few minutes, and we’ve made a habit of making a manual save before finishing off the last enemy in every combat encounter. Some of the crashes are impossible to get past without leaving split-screen too, so get used to your partner disconnecting every now and then to progress through the story. The first goblin battle outside of the Druid Grove in the game’s opening hours, for example, refused to load unless player two left the game before the cutscene started.

Larian warned reviewers that there were still some lingering issues with split-screen and controller support when review codes were sent out, but the issues that they listed (and have now fixed in a launch day patch) weren’t the ones we were encountering. Plus, the ones we did encounter — like the crashes and other glitches — were much more frustrating.

If you’re planning on playing split-screen with a friend or partner in Baldur’s Gate 3, then be ready for a bumpy ride. Make sure you save often, and be ready to back out to the main menu to fix some visual bugs every now and then. Hopefully, these issues will be ironed out for the PlayStation 5 release, where split-screen play will likely be more common than it is on PC.

Final Fantasy XIV has continued to hold players firmly within Eorzea because of the community, the excellent content on offer over the years, and of course for fashion purposes. A majority of the player base is highly interested in making sure their characters are looking exquisite on every occasion and a new Dye System update coming in Patch 7.0 will ensure there are even more options for your Glamour.

During the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival, it was revealed that there would now be two dyes that can be applied per gear piece instead of just one. This will allow everyone to customize their fashion a lot more intricately on a color basis: a long-requested feature by many players. This announcement came with the caveat that not every gear piece will be applicable for two dyes but there will likely be a lot that are.

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Housing items also seem to be on the cards for extra dye pieces, with a statement during the showcase being as follows: “We might not be able to apply it to certain housing items but we will try to apply it to as much gear as we possibly can.” This dye system update is a very promising announcement by the team and it is something that will have a lot of longevity for usage in the community.

Even as far back as 2017, people were already starting to ask a lot more about having two dyes on gear pieces, as indicated by this Final Fantasy XIV forum post. The demand has certainly been there and players have already expressed their excitement immensely for the new feature — even by way of one of the loudest cheers of the day for the fan festival.

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When the dye system update for 7.0 was revealed, posts were quickly made on Reddit where people flocked to the comments to share in the joy. It was clear that most were extremely pleased with being able to continue their fashion pursuits in yet more ways with multiple colors, imagine that!

If you haven’t delved into the Glamour system too thoroughly yet within Final Fantasy XIV, now would be the perfect time to do so. This incoming change in the Dye System will make player fashion style even more apparent. If you want to stand out from the crowd, there is always a benefit in having some stellar Glamour. The dye update will arrive during the Summer of 2024 when the Dawntrail expansion releases.

Final Fantasy XIV’s next expansion, Dawntrail, was finally unveiled to the world at the North American 2023 Fan Fest in Las Vegas. While director Naoki Yoshida revealed a ton of new details about Final Fantasy XIV 7.0 and the Dawntrail expansion during the opening keynote, some things were held back for future reveals. In typical XIV tradition, the new Jobs for Dawntrail weren’t announced, but Yoshi-P’s T-shirt contains a cryptic teaser for one of them.

FFXIV TMTN Shirt Teaser Explained

If you missed the Dawntrail keynote stream, then you missed out on Yoshi-P’s magnificent shirt reveal. He began the presentation wearing a black button-down, serving as an obvious coverup for the shirt teasers he’s become notorious for. After revealing the expansion, he unveiled a T-shirt for the film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.

While Yoshi-P could just be a huge TMNT fan (the film just hit theaters, after all), this is absolutely a teaser for one of Dawntrail’s new Jobs. Both Jobs are confirmed to be DPS classes, with one being a melee DPS and the other being a ranged magic DPS. Since the Dawntrail trailer showed the Warrior of Light taking on new enemies in Tural with a sword, most think the TMNT teaser is for the new magical Job.

For reference, Yoshi-P always teases one of the expansion’s upcoming Jobs at the North American Fan Fest before they get officially revealed at future events. Prior to Heavensward’s launch, he teased Dark Knight and Machinist with a Batman shirt and a James Bond shirt. Ahead of Stormblood’s launch, he teased Samurai with a Spider-Man shirt (Sam Raimi sounds like Samurai) and teased Red Mage with a Scarlet Witch shirt. The Reaper Job for Endwalker was teased with a Grim Reaper shirt, and the Viera race was hinted at by a Bugs Bunny shirt.

With that context, there’s zero chance that Yoshi-P wore this shirt for fun. Here’s what the FFXIV community is speculating about after that TMNT shirt teaser.

Painter

An artist-themed class is a popular guess based on Yoshi-P’s TMNT shirt since the four turtles are named after famous artists: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michaelangelo. It would fit the theme of Tural, the continent formerly known as the New World, since its locales are brightly painted and inspired by Aztec culture.

In addition, Relm from Final Fantasy 6 was an artist who could copy enemies’ abilities with the Sketch skill. That’s very similar to how Blue Mages learn their skills, and in the universe of Final Fantasy XIV, Blue Magic was discovered in the New World. A Painter class could be a great way to expand upon the lore of Blue Magic (plus, Blue Mage is confirmed to receive updates in 7.0).

Chemist

Another popular theory, and the one that I personally believe, is that the TMNT shirt is teasing a Chemist class. The turtles were mutated by ooze, and that’s a clear sign of a Chemist Job. It fits with the ranged magical DPS role that we know is coming, too, and it would be a very unique radioactive/poisonous caster that would stand out among FFXIV’s magical roster.

The only issue with this theory is that it seems too obvious, but it wouldn’t be the first time Yoshi-P’s shirt was incredibly on the nose. Just think back to Dark Knight being teased by Batman, otherwise known as The Dark Knight.

Geomancer

Geomancer is another popular theory, especially since it’s been a fan-favorite request for quite some time. This guess leans into the turtle aspect of the T-shirt and pulls from an existing storyline in the game. In the Four Lords questline from Stormblood, there’s Kojin with magical abilities that closely resemble a Geomancer. The Kojin are turtle people, so it’s no surprise that FFXIV lore nerds are looking to them to decipher this teaser.

Time Mage

Finally, the Time Mage is another heavily requested Job that the TMNT shirt could be teasing. One of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ most popular video games is Turtles in Time, so much so that plenty of people immediately think of it when they see them. It’s a reach, but it’s still within the realm of possibility. Remember, Yoshi-P’s shirt teases aren’t always straightforward. Spider-Man has nothing to do with Samurai, but the connection there was Sam Raimi, director of the original Spider-Man trilogy, since his name sounds like Samurai.

While FFXIV is an amazing game, it isn’t known for being the prettiest game graphically. However, when FFXIV Dawntrail launches with 7.0 in Summer 2024, there will be a major graphics update that makes characters, environments, and shadows look much more impressive. Here are the graphics updates you can look forward to in FFXIV Dawntrail 7.0.

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All Graphics Updates in FFXIV Dawntrail 7.0

In the day one Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2023, Naoki Yoshida revealed that more upgrades to graphics will roll out throughout the 7.X updates. Though there will be many graphical improvements to characters, shadows, and textures in 7.0, these updates will come over time.

In Final Fantasy XIV, all armors, character models, and environments are getting a big graphical improvement. As you can see in the images above, the before and after speaks for itself. However, the 7.0 graphics update will roll out to all character models, armor, and environments not all at once but over time.

The Final Fantasy XIV team is very excited about the new plants and biodiversity graphical updates coming to the game. After watching the before and after, I have to say that the environments are much more vibrant and full. This is an impressive update that we can’t wait to experience firsthand in FFXIV Dawntrail.

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The team behind Final Fantasy XIV is working on updating 7.0’s graphics, then 2.0, and then the expansions in between. It will take time for this major graphics overhaul update to roll out, but I think it’ll be worth it in the end.

If, when you launch into FFXIV Dawntrail, your favorite armor isn’t updated yet, take comfort in knowing that it’s coming. What you can experience immediately is the updated graphics for the environments in New World including more details, better shadows, crisper colors, and much more. Look forward to all of this and much more in Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail.

Monetization is a hot topic right now in Destiny 2, and for good reason. While I think the main issue that the vocal majority of people ranting about boycotts and the problems in Destiny 2 online are suffering from is burnout, I think the way Bungie tricks players into spending Silver, the only in-game currency that requires real-world money, is truly horrible.

You can still enjoy all of Destiny 2 by not buying Silver and only buying the latest expansion annual pass — I’ve never bought Silver and have always enjoyed Destiny 2 — but the latest sneaky store change is hard to watch.

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During the first week of Destiny 2 Solstice 2023, the new Bumper Boat Exotic Sparrow was available for 1,000 Silver. That’s all fine, whatever, but during Solstice 2023 week two, the Bumper Boat Exotic Sparrow is available in the Eververse Store for 2,500 Bright Dust. That’s just disrespectful.

Players who spent 1,000 Silver, which is basically $9.99 USD, to get the new Bumper Boat Exotic Sparrow could have waited a week and purchased it for free using Bright Dust, which is the premium currency you can earn in multiple ways by playing the game. Now, justifiably, they want refunds.

Verbaitem commented on the Twitter post above, saying, “Umm can I get my Silver back lol,” to which another user replied, “Your fault for not looking at the Eververse Calendar.” While that is valid, I think it’s an unfair charge from Bungie to make every Destiny 2 player study the Eververse Calendar, which is only provided by third-party sites, to know when to avoid Bungie’s traps.

For new and old players alike, Bungie’s blatant monetization traps make Destiny 2 a worse game. While I think the core experience of Destiny 2 is really good in a lot of ways, Bungie has been getting away with robbery for too long.

A key part of Destiny 2 is cosmetics — fashionable armor, fun Ghosts, and cool Sparrows. While Bungie has created a live service game where you pay to get some extra features, just like every other live service game, the way they nickel and dime players sours that key part of Destiny 2.

Until Bungie becomes better, I honestly recommend not buying Silver and just sticking to Bright Dust. Buy the annual pass to unlock all the seasons, Dungeons, and Raids for the year, and don’t give Bungie any more of your money.

Honkai Star Rail, Hoyoverse’s turn-based follow-up to Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact 3rd, released earlier this year to droves of gacha gamers foaming at their mouths with open wallets in hopes of pulling some of the game’s elusive 5-Star characters like Seele. That excitement has stayed with the game throughout its first major patches, introducing players to hotties like Blade and Luocha and bringing us ever closer to the release of the highly-anticipated Kafka.

With several 5-Stars on the way (and some exciting 4-Star additions coming in between), it’s easy to forget about the game’s free 4-Stars like March 7th and Dan Heng. While Dan Heng recently got his time in the spotlight with the Version 1.2 Trailblaze Missions, it looks like March 7th is also planned to introduce a huge Honkai Star Rail surprise: skins.

Skins Are Coming to Honkai Star Rail

First reported by reliable Honkai Star Rail leaker dimbreath, skins are coming to the game sometime in the future. At the moment, dimbreath states that a skin for March 7th, the game’s poster girl, is in development although there isn’t a concrete release date yet. Since Honkai Star Rail versions 1.3 and 1.4 have had most of their contents leaked already, it’s likely that March 7th’s skin will debut sometime after version 1.5.

Skins aren’t anything new for Hoyoverse games. Honkai Impact 3rd features free and premium outfits for multiple characters in its cast, and Genshin Impact continues to roll out new paid skins for fan-favorite characters like Klee and Diluc every few updates.

It’s unclear if the March 7th skin will be free or paid, but given her status as a 4-Star character, there’s a chance that it’ll be tied to a free event while a fancier 5-Star character gets a premium skin at the same time. However, since it looks like March 7th will get the very first skin in Honkai Star Rail, it might end up being premium despite her 4-Star status.

March 7th Skin Release Date

March 7th’s skin, and skins in general for Honkai Star Rail, will likely arrive sometime next year. If leakers don’t currently have an estimated release window for this skin yet, then that means it’s quite far off since we already know everything about the next major updates. Version 1.5 is a safe bet since that’ll most likely be a substantial update, but skins could be held until closer to Honkai Star Rail Version 2.0 as well.

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Of course, there’s a slight chance that this could all be referring to an entirely new character instead of a March 7th skin. Both Dan Heng and March 7th have leaked 5-Star versions that are coming to the game in the future, and with Dan Heng’s recent story reveal, it looks like his 5-Star form will have its own featured banner in Version 1.3. Maybe this “March 7th skin” is just the model for her 5-Star version.

However, since leakers have known about March 7th and Dan Heng’s 5-Star counterparts for some time, it’s unlikely that the leaked skin relates to those. It was only a matter of time before skins and outfits came to Honkai Star Rail given their presence in Genshin Impact and Honkai Impact 3rd, so keep an eye out for more updates as future updates continue to be released for the game.

Asym Altered Axis is about cells. It’s about the efforts some people will make to claim more of them and the actions others will take to ensure the resource doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. The game’s best feature, though, is the way it is about all of those things at once.

Developed by MIXI, Asym Altered Axis is an ambitious PC title that once again combines diverse elements to produce a fresh new experience. The polished package seamlessly blends base building, stealth, shooting, and RTS gameplay to entertain six players. There’s something new to see in each match.

In the beginning, one player creates a base. It need not be overly complex. It may comprise a few towers and traps, dropped into place using an intuitive interface. The various structures contain cells, a precious resource everyone wants.

Once the base is up and running, a team of Infiltrators gets to work. Their goal is to steal the nexus, which requires them to find caches and leave the area without getting killed. Shadows cloak much of their activity, just the way they like it.

The player who created the base, known as the Protector, isn’t finished. Their new job is to light up the landscape, which they do by floating over the arena and unleashing dazzling projectiles. If they find those daring Infiltrators, they can eliminate them and gain the resources necessary to further enhance the base. But the Infiltrators aren’t defenseless; they’ll counter with attacks that temporarily put the Protector out of commission and allow the bold heist to resume.

When players get together online to play a game, they might all have different ideas about the sort of experience they want. Asym Altered Axis stops any debate before it starts. It caters to players with diverse interests, providing limitless variety to keep them coming back for more. 

An available demo already offers a thrilling first look, with the full experience offered throughout the Steam Stealth Fest from July 24 – July 31, 2023. Players ready to enjoy something new shouldn’t miss the chance to put in some serious time with the multi-genre wonder.

Ever since The Witch Queen, I’ve heard rumors about the sixth and final red subclass in Destiny 2, but now that we are closing in on The Final Shape, the last expansion of the Light and Dark Saga, recent leaks are proving that we’ll get the red subclass in Destiny 2 The Final Shape. There’s been a particularly juicy new leak showcasing the red subclass in Destiny 2, so let’s dive into it.

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Destiny 2 Red Subclass Leaks

According to Profane Gaming on YouTube, a now-removed Reddit post showed a video of a Warlock entering the H.E.L.M. in Destiny 2 and, in the bottom left corner of the screen where you see your guns, abilities, and super, you can clearly see a red line under the melee ability paired with never before seen super and grenade symbols.

As you probably know, a colored line appears under your melee if you have multiple charges of that melee. For example, Strand Warlocks have up to two green lines under their melee to indicate that you are using Strand and that you have more melee charges. The red line under the melee is a concrete confirmation that the Guardian in this video is using the new red subclass.

What we see here is clearly the new red subclass that has been rumored in Destiny 2 for a while. We finally have visual proof that the red subclass is coming! But, will we get introduced to the red subclass in Destiny 2 The Final Shape?

Is the Red Subclass Coming in Destiny 2 The Final Shape?

While we know the red subclass exists and will come to Destiny 2 soon, will we get to use it in Destiny 2 The Final Shape? Since The Final Shape is the last expansion in the Destiny 2 Light and Dark Saga, I think there is a very good chance we get the red subclass in The Final Shape.

Though Bungie usually spaces out their subclasses between expansions, as seen in Beyond Light giving us Stasis, The Witch Queen not introducing a new subclass, and Lightfall giving us Strand, The Final Shape needs to introduce the red subclass since the story of Destiny 2 is ending with that expansion, so there’s no other expansion to release the red subclass in.

Whether we get Destiny 3 after The Final Shape is to be determined, but if you’re a betting person, you’d be wise to put your chips on the red subclass coming out in The Final Shape. The only way to know for sure is to tune into the The Final Shape showcase.

The Sims 4: Horse Ranch is the latest expansion for Sims 4, and it allows you to trade the hustle and bustle of the city and suburbia for a simple life of honest living out on the farm, raising and befriending horses. Naturally, many Sims players want to know when The Sims 4: Horse Ranch is coming to PC and consoles so they can get to work laying down roots on the open prairie. Here is when The Sims 4: Horse Ranch is coming to PC and consoles.

When is The Sims 4: Horse Ranch Coming to PC and Consoles?

The Sims 4: Horse Ranch is coming to PC and consoles on July 20th, 2023. DLC for The Sims 4 generally follows a set pattern when it comes to the time it becomes available for purchase. If the drop times for previous expansion packs are anything to go off of, then The Sims 4: Horse Ranch will probably drop between 10:00 pm and 1:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

Here is a breakdown of all of the platforms that The Sims 4 is currently available on and when Horse Ranch will become available for them.

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What is in The Sims 4: Horse Ranch?

The Sims 4: Horse Ranch‘s main edition is a new town, Chestnut Ridge, a rural community where time is measured by the rise and fall of crops and horses graze and gallop in wide-open pastures. Divided into three distinct neighborhoods, New Appaloosa, Galloping Gulch, and Rider’s Glen, Chestnut Ridge is a farmer’s paradise that allows players to experience life outside the urban jungle.

As a DLC themed around agriculture and rural life, The Sims 4: Horse Ranch features many new cosmetic items that reflect an older, more rustic style of architecture. The game also allows you to brew “nectar,” a clear stand-in for alcohol, by farming and processing grapes and other fruits. This nectar can be sold at “Ranch Gatherings,” where players can meet and mingle with neighbors while dancing under the stars.

Of course, The Sims 4: Horse Ranch‘s most significant selling point is horses, which the players can raise and train. Horses will be incredibly customizable, with one of the available customizations being a sparkling unicorn horn.

Destiny 2 Solstice 2023 is the annual summer event that all free-to-play players need to participate in. Solstice 2023 isn’t one to skip for any player because of the event-exclusive armor benefits. Here is exactly why you shouldn’t skip Solstice 2023 in Destiny 2.

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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Destiny 2 Solstice 2023

Whether this is your first Solstice event in Destiny 2 or you just need a refresher, Solstice is the only time in Destiny 2 where you can reroll your armor stats by participating in the event activities and collecting the event items like Silver Leaves, Silver Ash, and Kindling.

No other event or activity allows you to reroll for better armor stats, and on top of that, a core part of Solstice is upgrading each armor piece up to tier three. At tier three, you’ll be able to receive the best stats on your current or newly acquired armor.

A high stat roll in Destiny 2 is considered to be around 65+ stat points in total. In the Solstice 2023 event, you can roll for high stats on your current armor or try to get all Solstice 2023 armor pieces with high stats.

Since the only way to get high stat armor in Destiny 2 is by getting Artificer armor, which is really difficult, the Solstice 2023 event is not one to skip since you can get really great armor with high stats in the categories you want just by playing normal event activities and collecting and spending the event-exclusive items.

Whether you’re building the best Strand Warlock build or are looking for the fastest ways to farm weapon XP in Destiny 2, the Solstice 2023 event, as boring as the activities may seem and as burnt out as you may be, is not one to skip considering how the great armor you get here will pay off later.

News, rumors, and leaks about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 have been circling the internet recently, and a new discovery has been made that bodes well for Modern Warfare 2 players. With this latest leak, it seems that all the weapons and operators you spent money and time to unlock will transfer over to Modern Warfare 3.

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Will MW2 Weapons and Operators Carry Over to Modern Warfare 3?

The prospect of all the weapons and operators you spent countless hours and dollars unlocking in Modern Warfare 2 transferring over to Modern Warfare 3 is a great one — if it is true. According to @BobNetworkUK on Twitter, a notable Call of Duty leaker who has been right multiple times in the past, your MW2 weapons and operators might carry over to MW3.

Though the image has been removed now, @BobNetworkUK discovered a file of TAQ-V, a Modern Warfare 2 weapon, in a leaked photo of the Modern Warfare 3 weapon roster. This is the strongest piece of evidence we have so far that MW2 weapon and operator progress carries over to MW3, but is the evidence strong enough?

Now, just because a Modern Warfare 2 weapon appears in the Modern Warfare 3 weapon roster doesn’t solidify weapons and operators being transferable between MW2 and MW3. The best example of this not being the case is the M16; a version of this gun, sometimes the exact version, appears in almost every Call of Duty game.

With that said, @BobNetworkUK either seems to be convinced that MW2 and MW3 weapon and operator progress is transferrable or he’s drumming up drama to gain popularity. Both are plausible, so for now, we can’t say for sure that weapons and operators transfer between MW2 and MW3.

As a bonus piece of news, we know that the next Call of Duty game is, in fact, called Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 thanks to leakers, like @BobNetworkUK (we thank you for your service yet again), breaking Activision’s DMCA (Digital Millenium Copyright Act) rules in which the official name of COD 2023 was revealed.

So overall, this is good news, if it is true. If this leak isn’t true, then Modern Warfare 2 players who spent lots of money and time on weapons and operators will have to start from scratch. In the meantime, you can see how many active players Modern Warfare 2 has right now.

Did you just finish reading Blue Lock Chapter 224? Are you dying to know the release date of Chapter 225? Maybe you’re so antsy that you’re willing to look at some Blue Lock Chapter 225 spoilers or even a full recap of the upcoming Chapter. The last few chapters have shown how insane Snuffy’s IQ is, making things extremely interesting on both sides of the pitch, and we can’t wait to see what happens next. Here’s everything you need to know about Blue Lock Chapter 225.

Blue Lock Chapter 225 Spoilers

Blue Lock Chapter 225 spoilers have been released as shown below:

Blue Lock Chapter 225 Release Timeline

The Blue Lock Chapter 225 release timeline is 12:00 AM JST on Thursday, July 20, 2023. Here are the time zone conversions for the most common cities:

• 8:00 AM PDT Wednesday, July 19
• 9:00 AM MDT Wednesday, July 19
• 10:00 AM CDT Wednesday, July 19
• 11:00 AM EDT Wednesday, July 19
• 12:00 PM ADT Wednesday, July 19
• 12:00 PM BRT Wednesday, July 19
• 3:00 PM GMT Wednesday, July 19
• 5:00 PM CEST Wednesday, July 19
• 8:30 PM IST Wednesday, July 19
• 10:00 PM ICT Wednesday, July 19
• 11:00 PM PHT Wednesday, July 19
• 12:00 AM JST Thursday, July 20

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Blue Lock Chapter 224 Recap

In Blue Lock Chapter 224, “An Easy Job”, the match continues when the Ubers throw-in the ball. Drago passed the ball to Lorenzo, and Kaiser marked him and Snuffy was observing the field when Raichi arrived to mark him. In a flashback, Isagi gave Raichi instructions on how to mark Marc Snuffy. Instead of traditional man-marking, Isagi suggested a protractor approach, limiting Raichi’s area of marking to a 2-meter radius semi-circle.

Isagi wanted Raichi to stay within a 180-degree semicircle near Snuffy and steal any balls that entered the radius. The plan relied on Raichi’s stamina, persistence, and dueling skills. If Raichi defeated Snuffy, his name could become well-known globally.

Next, we were brought back to the match where Raichi began man-marking Snuffy using his protractor mode. Thankfully, Raichi managed to keep up with Snuffy’s movements, limiting his ability to create an attack. Even Snuffy was impressed by Raichi’s strong core, which forced him to pass the ball to one of his teammates.

Despite Raichi’s failure to completely stop Snuffy, Isagi was relieved that their plan had still worked. With one defender marking the master striker closely, Ubers’ options were limited. Isagi was able to anticipate that Snuffy’s pass would go to Lorenzo and intercepted it successfully.

Just as Isagi was about to snatch the ball, Aiku was quicker and reached it first. It seems that the Ubers had planned to utilize Aiku as the one to start the attacks, in case Snuffy, the top scorer, was being closely watched. Aiku then made a precise, lofty pass to Shoei Barou.

Barou sprinted towards the goal of Bastard Munchen, ball at his feet, while Gagamaru Gin readied himself to block the shot. The chapter concluded with a suspenseful moment as Barou faced off against Gagamaru.

Blue Lock Chapter 225 Fan Theories – Isagi, Snuffy, and Barou

Even though Isagi had a breakthrough moment with the puzzle, he can still not outsmart Snuffy because Snuffy’s IQ is in a league of its own. Fans are left wondering how BM can stop him since they lack organization and don’t have a plan to stop Snuffy. In contrast, Snuffy knew he would be marked as soon as he stepped onto the field. It’s time for BM to face the consequences of their actions. Isagi shouldn’t have to work so hard and quickly to address something obvious.

While his rivalry with Kaiser has been entertaining, it’s now causing problems for everyone. Isagi can achieve so much more now but needs a team that can prepare like Ubers. It appears that Barou plans to use a feint move against Gagamaru because while he isn’t a lefty, he looks like he is shooting with his left at the end of the last chapter. Although Gagamaru may have the correct mindset, he may still fall for the feint.

Where Can You Read Blue Lock Chapter 225?

You can read Blue Lock Chapter 225 online from the official Weekly Shōnen Magazine website. Unfortunately, it is not translated into English, and you need a membership to read current issues. However, multiple unofficial websites, like this one, allow you to read Blue Lock online for free. As always, be careful what website you use and do so at your own risk.

Rumor has it that Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage are coming to Call of Duty Warzone. Since Activision is getting more adventurous with its skins lately (just look at The Boys skins and the Whisker Tango cat skins), it’s not a stretch to imagine Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage as playable Operators in Warzone. Here is everything we know about 21 Savage and Nicki Minaj coming to Warzone.

Related: COD Warzone Whisker Tango Bundle: Release Date, Cat Skins, Weapons, and Price

COD Warzone Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage Bundle Release Date

CharlieIntel on Twitter, a very reputable source for all things Call of Duty Warzone, has mentioned a tweet from Call of Duty leaker HeyImAlaix saying that 21 Savage and Nicki Minaj are “supposedly” coming to Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone.

HeyImAlaix is Call of Duty dataminer that has correctly predicted maps, skins, and general changes in the past. If HeyImAlaix is right, then we could see Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage as playable characters in Warzone and Modern Warfare 2 Season 5.

COD Warzone 21 Savage and Nicki Minaj Bundles

Whether the dataminers are trolling and looking for likes in Warzone Season 4’s dry spell or not, a Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage bundle would be huge for Activision. Nicki Minaj is a voluptuous rapper and pop star which gamers will love to play as (cue Chun-Li in Fortnite) and 21 Savage is a popular rapper who will also appear to many gamers.

If we see a Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage bundle in Warzone Season 5, the bundle would obviously include Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage as playable Operators. From there, I guess there would be two weapon blueprints whose theme could be highlighting the songs of the artists. We’d likely get a vehicle ski, weapon charm, an emblem, and other cosmetic items to match.

Though it still isn’t set in stone that we will get the Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage bundle in Warzone, it would be really cool to see. I think the datamine leaks could very well come to fruition if Activision plays their cards right.

COD Warzone Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage Bundle Price

Based on the most recent The Boys bundle and Whisker Tango bundle, I can accurately guess that the Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage bundle will cost 2400 COD Points which equates to $19.99 USD.

Though the Nicki Minaj and 21 Savage bundle could be sold at a premium, you might want to start saving up your COD Points to afford the upcoming bundle – if it turns out to be true.

There has been some commotion stirring about whether the Team Fortress 2 servers are shutting down or not. After scouring the internet for the facts, I have found the source of this story and what is actually happening. Sit down, my concerned gamers, here is what’s really happening with the Team Fortress 2 servers.

Will Team Fortress 2 Servers Shut Down?

With the very recent resurgence of Team Fortress 2 content, with new maps, new taunts, and tons of bug fixes released on July 12, 2023, it would be very strange to see the TF2 servers go offline for good sometime soon. Nevertheless, a nasty rumor taken as truth has circulated on the internet stating that the TF2 servers will go offline on October 10, 2023.

Related: All New Maps Added in Team Fortress 2 Summer Update

It all started when a meme account on Twitter known as @EverythingOOC posted a fabricated image that looked like it was from Valve and Team Fortress 2. This image stated, “Thank you for playing! After 16 years of fun, TF2 servers will be shutting down on October 10, 2023.”

While it’s rare to see hoaxes like this actually garner serious attention, this post shocked the internet and convinced most people that Team Fortress 2 would no longer be playable starting on October 10, 2023, since the servers would be shut down. However, this is not the case.

To make matters worse, @operagxofficial, the Twitter handle of the Opera GX gaming browser which is a legitimate gaming browser, replied to a photoshopped tweet from Valve that restated the devastating news. This tweet was an extension of @EverythingOOC’s original spread of misinformation, and the misinformation worked. There are many people that believe TF2 is shutting down on October 10, 2023. But that’s not the case.

To make it blatantly clear here and now, no, Team Fortress 2 is not shutting down on October 10, 2023. Neither Valve nor Team Fortress 2 has come out with an official statement regarding the fake news, so for the foreseeable future, the Team Fortress 2 servers will be up and running.

In fact, Valve has been ramping up TF2 support recently. With the fairly major and unexpected Summer 2023 update, Team Fortress 2 is alive and well and will continue to run until Valve themselves say otherwise. Misinformation sucks, but what do you expect from a 16-year-old game that’s gone through the worst of it, like when over 60 GB of unreleased TF2 content got leaked.

If you don’t want to spend your real-world hours hoping to get not one but three Exotic fish in Destiny 2’s boring fishing minigame only to get Wicked Implement, then you’re not alone. Destiny 2 Season 21’s most exciting content, a secret Exotic quest, just came and went and all we have to show for it is a mediocre Exotic Stasis Scout Rifle called Wicked Implement. Destiny 2 players aren’t happy with this situation — for multiple reasons — not the least of which is how bad Wicked Implement is.

Related: Destiny 2’s Secret Exotic Quest Is Locked Behind Fishing, aka the Most Boring Activity

Everything Wrong With the Wicked Implement Exotic Quest in Destiny 2

There are plenty of reasons why Destiny 2 Season of the Deep’s secret Exotic quest sucks. First, it’s time locked behind weekly rotating fishing spots. Second, it’s locked behind fishing, the most boring activity added to Destiny 2 ever, and RNG. Third, the ultimate reward for your hours wasted fishing is an Exotic Statsis Scout Rifle called Wicked Implement that many players are claiming is awful.

According to TheKingInBlack, a standard Destiny 2 player just like you and me, the community’s feelings about Wicked Implement are made clear. “That gun sucks,” TheKingInBlack says, “Can’t believe they put such a situational none exotic feeling exotic into the game. And mad such a dragged out quest to get it.” Same, TheKingInBlack, same.

On Reddit, Traditional-Newt5652 tried to claim that Wicked Implement is “overhated” on the main Destiny 2 subreddit. As you can imagine, this led to many Destiny 2 players retaliating with how horrible Wicked Implement currently is and how there are much better weapons and builds to use. One-Resort3825 sums up the community’s stance on people actually thinking Wicked Implement is a good Exotic weapon perfectly in his comment: “Is this bait?”

TheCarthusSandworm says, “Poor damage, long startup, and the same job is accomplished by other weapons better.” FFaFFaNN said, “Hung Jury Adept with Tremors, which is precision like Wicked Implement, is better. One is Legendary and one is Exotic.” -_Galahad came through with a remotely positive comment, “You are enjoying the gun and it’s a good gun. Not a good exotic.”

All of this being said, all is not lost. Many players who put in the hours and enjoyed the Whetstone Deep Dive secret activity believe Wicked Implement just needs a few buffs. Most notably, players hope Wicked Implement goes from a 180 RPM Scout Rifle to a 260 RPM Scout Rifle. Some players’ wishes take it a step further asking for a Large Mag attachment and a better Catalyst.

Currently, there are no reports of Bungie buffing Wicked Implement, but I think it is in their best interest to make that a priority. Right after making the servers moderately stable, of course. Destiny 2 players waited weeks and grinded cast after cast when fishing just to get Wicked Implement; the least Bungie could do is make it a good Exotic weapon.

NBA 2K24 has a variety of editions for you to choose from and it can be a tricky decision of which to go for. There are a few editions that touchingly have Kobe Bryant featured as the cover athlete as a commemoration of his incredible and extremely impactful legacy. This article will take you through all of the NBA 2K24 Editions and explain to you what their pre-order bonuses and inclusions are.

All NBA 2K24 Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses

There are four editions of NBA 2K24 that you can pre-order but two are special limited editions of the game. This means that you will have to act fast if you want to pre-order an exclusive version before release. We would recommend that you look into every edition thoroughly before deciding upon pre-ordering and the table below will allow you to do just that.

When Does NBA 2K24 Release On All Platforms?

NBA 2K24 will release on September 8 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Last-Gen hasn’t been left out so it is nice that NBA 2K continues to offer that support. Although only PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S will have crossplay support so you won’t have to worry about not being able to play with friends if you are on those platforms.

Related: How to Get VC Fast in NBA 2K23

We know that unfortunately, this means Nintendo Switch users will once again (as with many other games) not be able to take part in any crossplay. This has been confirmed by 2K so there is a very low likelihood that crossplay is added for the platform in the future. Nonetheless, those on the Switch will still be able to take part in everything else.

Is the NBA 2K24 25th Anniversary Edition Worth It?

With a hefty price tag of $149.99, you may be wondering if the 25th Anniversary edition is actually worth it — and you wouldn’t be alone in thinking about that. However, if you are a heavy Basketball fan (and a collector in-game) then the 25th Anniversary edition will likely be very well worth it to you: especially because of the NBA League Pass for 12 months.

Related: What Are MVP Points Used for in NBA 2K23? Answered

No matter what edition of NBA 2K24 you decide to go for, there will be plenty of basketball action awaiting you on the court.

This article is written in partnership with Robot Cache. Get your own copy of Wasteland 3 for free courtesy of Robot Cache here.

The advent of digital distribution has been a huge boon for the proliferation of the games industry. With smaller teams being able to self-publish games on platforms such as Steam, GOG, and even Epic, it has allowed creativity to flow through this hobby and has given underserved niches experiences just for them. One downside, however, is that once you buy something digitally, you’re stuck with it. Don’t like a game you spent $60 on? That’s too bad.

That’s where Robot Cache comes in. Robot Cache is all about allowing buyers to buy, sell, and trade their digital games their own way. If you’re done with something, just resell your games to another user. There’s even potential for a future where a game has been delisted from digital stores but can be resold by someone with a copy. The possibilities are endless now that resales have come to digital distribution.

You might not believe us, however. Maybe this whole thing sounds too good to be true. While simple words won’t do much to persuade you, how about a free game? If you sign-up for an account on Robot Cache, you can claim a free copy of Wasteland 3 on them between July 6, 2023 and July 20, 2023. This will let you try out the service and see if you want to start building your digital library with Robot Cache. One of our best incentives, developers will receive up to 95% of all new purchases made from our storefront. Robot Cache even has free trials for a selection of games, allowing you to sample something for a few hours before committing to a purchase.

In essence, Robot Cache is all about giving you more control over your digital library and letting developers reap the rewards of their hard work. We want to change the face of digital distribution so that players have the choice between building a large library of digital titles or off-setting the massive backlogs of free titles and bundled compilations they may have acquired. Let someone else enjoy those games for cheaper while also giving back to the devs.

A new update is now live for Diablo 4 that addresses some endgame issues that veteran players have been struggling with since the game first launched earlier this month. The primary focus of this update is endgame XP gains. Farming Nightmare Dungeons was a pain for most players because of their lackluster rewards, but now Blizzard has increased the XP gains for completing Nightmare Dungeons and killing enemies in Nightmare Dungeons across the board.

In addition, Helltide bosses will provide better loot overall, and Helltide chests will provide significantly more experience when opened. Basically, your endgame Diablo 4 experience just got a lot more enjoyable starting today. Here’s everything new with the June 27 update for Diablo 4.

Diablo 4 June 27 Update Patch Notes

This patch fixes a lot of bugs with dungeon bosses, events, and gear for certain classes. Plus, there are a few local co-op fixes for those of you playing with a friend in couch co-op on consoles.

Bug Fixes

Dungeons, Events, and Other Activities

• Fixed an issue where players couldn’t engage with the Dead Man’s Dredge dungeon boss.
• Fixed an issue where certain Whispers couldn’t be completed.
• Fixed an issue where the Those Who Call the Storm event wouldn’t register as completed.
• Fixed an issue where the Those Who Call the Storm event would place a permanent de-buff on the player that would gradually drain health.
• Fixed an issue where enemies could spawn behind the Sealed door in the Cultist Refuge dungeon, blocking dungeon progression.
• Fixed an issue where characters could be damaged and killed during the Stronghold completion cutscene. (Not the valiant triumph we planned)
• Fixed an issue where the level 100 Pinnacle Boss would appear again with no health bar if killed during a specific phase.
• Fixed an issue where progression could be blocked in the Fallen Temple Capstone Dungeon.
• Fixed an issue that resulted in a crash or freeze if players entered the Untamed Thicket dungeon during the Fangs of Corruption quest.

Gameplay Fixes

• Fixed an issue where the Insatiable Fury and Mad Wolf’s Glee items prevented Druids from transforming into the Werebear or Werewolf Forms.
• Fixed an issue where Spider Host enemies would remain upright after exploding and dying.
• Fixed an issue where equipment with socketed Gems couldn’t be mass-salvaged.
• Fixed an issue where players were unable to teleport to Cerrigar while in the Cerrigar and Cerrigar Outskirts subregions.
• Fixed an issue where Corpse Tendrils would cause the corpse visual to disappear.
• Fixed an issue where the camera would not zoom out when joining a World Boss encounter.
• Fixed an issue where Barbarian players would get stuck between Bone Walls after using Charge.
• Fixed an issue where Rogue players would remain invisible to other players after using the Concealment Skill in Fields of Hatred.
• Fixed an issue where Airidah’s tornados would cause the player to be stuck in a knockback state if hit by multiple tornados at once.
• Fixed an issue where pressing any button on controller while Dazed would halt all player input.
• Fixed an issue where Caches with World Tier conditions could be brought into higher World Tiers and provide rewards for that world tier.
• Fixed an issue where the Skeleton Warrior upgrade for increasing Thorns damage was not properly applying.
• Fixed an issue where the Burning Instinct power on the Sorcerer Paragon board did not account for Base Critical Damage in its damage calculation.
• Fixed an issue where the player could move in-game during the Leave Game countdown.

Local Co-Op

• Fixed an issue where the second player that closes the Region Progress menu would be locked in the World Map during Local Co-Op play.
• Fixed an issue where some quests would not properly progress for all players in Local Co-Op play.
• Fixed an issue where the preview slot for item upgrades would only display for Player 1 during Local Co-Op play.
• Fixed an issue where buttons in the store would become un-interactable for player 2 during Local Co-Op play.
• Fixed an issue where targeting the same enemy would show different health bars for each player during Local Co-Op Play.
• Fixed an issue where the Spirit Boons menu couldn’t be closed by player 2 if player 1 had it open during Local Co-Op play.
• Fixed an issue where the remaining player would not be able to move on their mount if the other player exited the game during Local Co-Op play.

Quests

• Fixed an issue where the NPC Lacthan could duplicate during multiple quests.
• Fixed an issue where progression of the Malign Devotion quest could become blocked if the player left the cellar as Lakren started to stand up.
• Fixed an issue where players would have their progression in the Apex of Misery quest blocked if they teleported away and back during the Destroy the Risen Remains objective.
• Fixed an issue where the player character would get blocked if they sat on a chair to talk to a NPC during the Demon Ledger quest.
• Fixed an issue where Brol and Mother’s chosen would move oddly during the eavesdropping cutscene if the player was near the broken wall.
• Players may now re-enter the boss area after the Follower has joined them during the Storming the Gates quest.
• Fixed an issue where the Illusion Woods Statue could become un-interactable during the Wayward quest.
• Fixed an issue where the True Potential Rogue Class Quest sometimes couldn’t properly be completed.

UI

• Fixed an issue where Chat could be expanded even when the Chat is not visible.
• Fixed an issue where a party member’s HP bar would appear to be 0 if they left the vicinity of their party while not at full health.
• Fixed an issue where the “GPU not Supported” message would display broken text.
• Fixed an issue where the particles for Druid’s Spirit Boons would persist after closing the associated menu.
• Fixed an issue on Xbox Consoles where the cross-network play notification would display in-game even if cross-network play was disabled.
• Fixed an issue that displayed an empty notification to new players when world bosses appeared.
• Fixed an issue where the Potion Upgrade icon would be missing when playing with a controller.
• Fixed an issue where the Town Portal progress bar would be visible while in menus.
• Fixed an issue on PC where the Tab key would not open the Map if the Materials panel was open.
• Fixed an issue where the Spur ability for mounts would display as “Not yet learned.”
• Fixed an issue where the Linked Item menu would persist on screen when switching between Keyboard & Mouse input and Controller input.
• Fixed an issue where players would receive improper messaging when undoing the deletion of a Hardcore character.
• Fixed an issue where the Interact wheel prompt would appear over vases near the Fate’s Retreat Waypoint.
• Fixed an issue where the Socket button would persist if the player swapped tabs.
• Fixed multiple instances where Pins on the map from either a quest or the player would not function properly.
• Fixed multiple instances across a variety of menus where text wouldn’t display properly.
• Fixed multiple issues with health bars not displaying accurately during PvP activities.
• Various other improvements to the UI experience.
• Various localization fixes.
• Fixed an issue where the Purveyor of Curiosities’ menu would erroneously display item quality on some items (this didn’t affect what item quality was available to gamble for).

Miscellaneous

• Fixed an issue where users couldn’t create a Clan when their language was set to Russian or Spanish.
• Fixed an issue where the Shop would not properly load if the player dies while in Checkout.
• Fixed an issue where multiple cutscenes would not play if the player engaged with them when in a party of 3 or more players on Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
• Fixed an issue where the Randomize Look and Swap Body Type actions in the Shop didn’t function when viewing Cosmetic Armor.
• Fixed an issue where the PlayStation 5 screen reader wouldn’t function properly.
• Fixed an issue where emotes from the Shop would not always function when used with a controller.
• Fixed an issue where the Player character’s eye would display improperly during the Lorath’s cabin cutscene in the Prologue.
• Various stability, performance, and visual improvements across all platforms.
• Fixed an issue where players using laptops with certain dedicated Graphics Cards would not be able to play the game.

Gameplay Adjustments

Experience Rewards

• Significantly increased the experience awarded for completing Nightmare Dungeons.
• Significantly increased the experience gained from killing monsters in Nightmare Dungeons.
• Helltide chests now provide substantially more bonus experience when opened.
• Significantly increased rewarded experience from completing individual Whispers across the board.
• Fixed an issue where no experience was awarded for completing the hold out style event that can occur after finishing dungeon objectives.

General

• The Helltide Roaming bosses will now more consistently drop higher quality loot.
• Players can now teleport to their Nightmare Dungeon directly through the map.
• Weekly bonus caches from world bosses no longer have a level requirement for opening.

Developer’s Note: We are currently working on increasing the monster and elite density of end-game content and plan to introduce this change early in Season 1.

Balance Changes

Developer’s Note: We’re continuing our efforts to make all Class builds feel fun and powerful with another round of balance updates. In particular, we have seen community feedback stating that Basic Skills aren’t impactful enough in combat. These changes will not change the fundamental relationship between Basic Skills and Core Skills, but we hope that they help smooth out the leveling experience while we explore additional ways to strengthen them. We are also increasing the power of some Skills that players feel are lagging behind their peers. As we look forward to future updates, we’re monitoring other heavily discussed topics, such as Minion survivability and build parity. Please keep sending us your feedback, and we’ll see you in Sanctuary!

Barbarian

Skills

Lunging Strike

• Base damage increased from 30% to 33%.
• Fury generated increased from 9 to 10.

Bash

• Fury generated increased from 10 to 11.
• Enhanced Bash’s Fortify increased from 10% to 20%.

Frenzy

• Base damage increased from 20% to 22%.

Flay

• Bleeding base damage increased from 36% to 40%.
• Fury generated increased from 9 to 10.
• Enhanced Flay’s Vulnerable chance increased from 10% to 15%.

Double Swing

• Base damage increased from 36% to 40%.

Kick

• Cooldown reduced from 17 to 13 seconds.
• Base damage dealt to enemies Knocked Back into terrain increased from 54% to 70%.

Charge

• Enhanced Charge’s base damage dealt to enemies Knocked Back into terrain increased from 15% to 30%.

Leap

• Mighty Leap Slow increased from 50% to 70%.

Iron Skin

• Enhanced Iron Skin’s Barrier increased from 10% to 20% of Maximum Life.

Call of the Ancients

• Prime Call of the Ancients Bonus Attack Speed increased from 10% to 20%.

Iron Maelstrom

• Cooldown reduced from 60 to 45 seconds.
• Prime Iron Maelstrom Bonus Critical Strike Chance increased from 10% to 30%.
• Prime Iron Maelstrom Bonus Critical Strike Damage increased from 20% to 40%.

Bounding Slam

• Base damage increased from 75% to 112%.

Legendary Aspects

Developer’s Note: The below includes changes to flat damage Legendary Aspects. These effects scale with Item Power. For example, at 820 Item Power Bul-Kathos’ Earthquake increases from 1747-3404 to 2687-3717 damage.

Bul-Kathos

• Earthquake flat damage increased from .39-.76 to .6-.83.

Earthquake

• Earthquake flat damage increased from .39-.76 to .6-.83.

Dust Devil’s

• Dust Devil flat damage increased from .16-.25 to .22-.32.

Windlasher

• Dust Devil flat damage increased from .16-.25 to .22-.32.

Devilish

• Dust Devil flat damage increased from .20-.36 to .24-.38.

Iron Warrior

• Damage Reduction increased from 10-20% to 15-25%.

Items

Overkill

• Damage increased from 16%-30% to 24-38%.

Hellhammer

• Flat damage increased from .3-.5 to .6-.8.

Druid

Skills

Earthspike

• Base damage increased from 16% to 17%.
• Spirit generated increased from 10 to 11.
• Fierce Earthspike Fortify increased from 4% to 8%.

Wind Shear

• Base damage increased from 17% to 18%.
• Spirit generated increased from 12 to 13.

Claw

• Base damage increased from 20% to 22%.
• Spirit generated increased from 10 to 11.
• Wild Claw Double Attack Chance increased from 10% to 15%.
• Fierce Claw base damage increased from 10% to 15%.

Maul

• Base damage increased from 20% to 22%.
• Spirit generated increased from 14 to 15.
• Enhanced Maul Fortify increased from 2% to 3%.

Lightning Storm

• Enhanced Lightning Storm duration increased from 4 to 6 seconds.
• Primal Lightning Storm’s chance to Immobilize increased from 8% to 12%.

Shred

• Third Attack base damage increased from 60% to 70%.
• Enhanced Shred Healing increased from 1% to 2% of Maximum Life.
• Raging Shred’s base damage increased from 51% to 70%.
• Primal Shred’s Bonus Critical Strike Damage increased from 20% to 30%.

Wolves

• Cooldown reduced from 14 to 11 seconds.
• Ferocious Wolfpack Lucky Hit chance increased from 10% to 40%.

Hurricane

• Base damage increased from 97.5% to 134%.

Rabies

• Base Poisoning damage increased from 53% to 76%.

Cataclysm

• Base damage increased from 52% to 64%.

Lacerate

• Base damage increased from 400% to 460%.

Petrify

• Critical Strike Damage Bonus increased from 25% to 30%.

Pummel

• Base damage increased from 140% to 180%.

Passives

Bestial Rampage

• Attack Speed Bonus increased from 20% to 25%.
• Damage Bonus increased from 20% to 30%.

Nature’s Fury

• Chance to cast a free spell increased from 20% to 30%.

Lupine Ferocity

• Damage Bonus increased from 60% to 70%.

Legendary Aspects

Runeworker’s Conduit

• Flat damage increased from 1 to 1.4.

Mangled

• Chance increased from 20-30% to 30-40%.

Seismic-Shift

• Cooldown decreased from 2.5-1.5 to 2-1 seconds.

Blurred Beast

• Damage increased from 60-90% to 70-100%.

Necromancer

Skills

Reap

• Base damage increased from 12% to 13%.
• Acolyte Reap’s Cooldown between Corpses reduced from 5 to 4 seconds.

Decompose

• Base damage increased from 30% to 33%.
• Base Essence generated per second increased from 7 to 8.
• Corpses formed frequency increased from 2.5 to 2 seconds.

Hemorrhage

• Base damage increased from 25% to 27%.
• Essence generated increased from 8 to 9.

Bone Splinters

• Base damage increased from 8% to 9%.
• Essence generated increased from 6 to 7.

Sever

• Initial base damage increased from 63% to 66%.
• Enhanced Sever’s return base damage increased from 25% to 40%.

Blood Lance

• Supernatural Blood Lance Overpower requirement reduced from 8 to 6 casts.

Bone Prison

• Cooldown reduced from 20 to 18 seconds.
• Dreadful Bone Prison’s Fortify increased from 5% to 8%.

Iron Maiden

• Base damage increased from 10% to 20%.
• Horrid Iron Maiden damage bonus increased from 15% to 20%.

Corpse Tendrils

• Blight Corpse Tendrils chance to spawn a Blood Orb increased from 30% to 35%.

Bone Spikes

• Base damage increased from 80% to 120%.

Raise Skeleton and Golem

• Minions will now always engage targets with a cast Curse.

Passives

Kalan’s Edict

• Damage taken duration requirement reduced from 3 to 2 seconds.

Rathma’s Vigor

• Healthy duration requirement reduced from 15 to 12 seconds.

Spiked Armor

• Thorns increased from .08/.16/.24 to .1/.2/.3.

Legendary Aspects

Bursting Bone

• Flat damage increased from .022-.03 to .045-.06.

Flesh-Rending

• Essence gained increased from 10-20 to 20-40.

Fastblood

• Ultimate Cooldown Reduction increased from .5-1 to 1-1.5 seconds.

Rogue

Skills

Invigorating Strike

• Base damage increased from 23% to 25%.

Blade Shift

• Base damage increased from 15% to 16%.

Heartseeker

• Base damage increased from 22% to 24%.
• Primary Heartseeker damage increased from 30% to 75%.

Forceful Arrow

• Base damage increased from 20% to 22%.

Barrage

• Base damage increased from 20% to 22%.

Caltrops

• Methodical Caltrop’s Chill increased from 20% to 25%.

Smoke Grenade

• Cooldown reduced from 15 to 13 seconds.

Rain of Arrows

• Cooldown reduced from 60 to 55 seconds.
• Prime Rain of Arrows imbuement potency increased from 20% to 30%.

Volley

• Base damage increased from 70% to 105%.

Passives

Close Quarters Combat

• Damage bonus increased from 20% to 30%.

Legendary Aspects

Escape Artist

• Cooldown decreased from 100 to 45 seconds.

Umbrous

• Lucky Hit Chance to gain a Dark Shroud increased from 30-50% to 40-60%.

Items

Eyes in the Dark

• Increased Death Trap Cooldown reduced from 30-15% to 20-15%.

Sorcerer

Skills

Spark

• Base damage increased from 8% to 10%.
• Enhanced Spark damage increased from 5.6% to 7%.
• Flickering Spark chance increased from 3% to 4%.

Frostbolt

• Base damage increased from 35% to 38%.

Firebolt

• Burning damage increased from 40% to 44%.

Charged Bolt

• Base damage increased from 28% to 30%.

Incinerate

• Base damage increased from 49% to 54%.
• Enhanced Incinerate damage increased from 15% to 25%.
• Greater Incinerate Immobilize requirement reduced from 4 to 3 seconds.

Fireball

• Mana cost decreased from 40 to 35.

Frozen Orb

• Initial base damage increased from 32% to 36%.
• Explosion base damage increased from 29% to 34%.
• Greater Frozen Orb chance to apply Vulnerable increased from 25% to 30%.

Blizzard

• Base damage increased from 120% to 130%.

Ice Blades

• Chance to apply Vulnerable increased from 30% to 40%.

Lightning Spear

• Summoned Lightning Spear’s maximum Damage Bonus increased from 100% to 160%.

Crackling Energy

• Base damage increased from 15% to 20%.

Freezing Wake

• Base damage increased from 60% to 110%.

Legendary Aspects

Abundant Energy

• Chance to chain to an additional enemy increased from 20-30% to 30-40%.

Singed Extremities

• Slow amount increased from 25-35% to 40-60%.

Incendiary

• Chance to restore Mana increased from 5-10% to 12-17%.

Snowguard’s

• Damage Reduction increased from 10-15% to 20-25%.

Concentration

• Mana Regeneration increased from 10-20% to 20-30%.

Items

Flamescar

• Flat damage increased from .1-.2 to .2-.3.

Staff of Lam Esen

• Damage Reduction reduced from 40-30% to 35-25%.

The Steam version of the Resident Evil 4 Remake has received a fresh batch of unnamed achievements. This subtle update is the latest hint that Resident Evil 4 Remake is about to get some DLC, specifically a remake of the original game’s Separate Ways expansion. Here’s why many Resident Evil fans think DCL is coming to Resident Evil 4 Remake.

New Resident Evil 4 Steam Achievements Are Hinting at DLC

Like most other games on the platform, the Steam version of Resident Evil 4 Remake has a list of all the game’s Steam achievements. While glancing through the achievement list, a Twitter user named Wario64 noticed that seven new unnamed achievements have recently been added to the game. Other Steam users verified Wario6’s claim, with a post on the achievement-tracking website Completionist.me confirming that no players have made progress toward completing these achievements.

While nothing about the achievements directly hints that they are linked to DLC, the release pattern of Resident Evil 4 Remake’s additional content has been consistent with that predicted by leaks that have insisted that a remastered version of Separate Ways is coming. Soon after Resident Evil 4 Remake’s initial release, know leaker and supposed Capcom insider “DuskGolem” claimed that remastered versions of Separate Ways and the score-based Mercenaries mode would be available as DLC. Sure enough, a remastered version of Mercenaries arrived on April 7th of this year.

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Earlier this month, data miners discovered a folder within Resident Evil 4 Remake’s files titled “another order,” which is what Separate Ways is known as in Japan. On top of that, an altered line of dialogue within the base game has Leon Kennedy tell Separate Ways’ star Ada Wong that they would have to go their “separate ways,” offering yet another hint that a Separate Ways remaster is coming.

Featured in every version of the original Resident Evil 4 that was released after the initial Gamecube edition, Separate Ways follows Ada Wong as she embarks on a mission to claim a sample of the Las Plagas parasite that drives Resident Evil 4’s story, occasionally crossing paths with Leon during his quest to rescue Ashely Graham from the Los Illuminados cult.

Final Fantasy XVI has an array of informative and valuable menus to go through. Still, if you happen to have a larger screen or any visual impairments, some of those menus will be fairly illegible — if legible at all. This is down to a certain presumed oversight on the development where the text is extremely small: let’s hope you have a magnifying glass nearby to view anything you need to read on the menus.

Final Fantasy 16 Text Size Is a Hit or Miss

Ah text size, the age-old problem that developers have been battling for years has once again been realized in all of its misreadable glory once again. Redditors swiftly took to forums when they were having their own issues reading text even in the demo release of the game. It is clear that a lot of people are enjoying the game — ourselves included — but the text size is most definitely taking a spotlight for something that could be fixed.

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Any time that you are looking through menus and trying to read most things, you will have to take an extra cautious eye over the text extracting the letters as you go. Anyone who needs accessibility for general text reading will find these screens to be a pain in the side and genuinely unfair to navigate through.

Of course, Final Fantasy XVI’s text size is still much more readable than some other titles such as Elden Ring for example. Nonetheless, it still highlights a very present solution to the problem which is that all games should have a text scalability slider in some form or another. It is an important accessibility (and general quality-of-life) feature that should not be overlooked.

Is There Any Way to Increase the General Text Size in Final Fantasy 16?

No, you can only adjust the subtitle size via the “Language Settings” in the system menu. There is currently no way to increase the overall text size which means that for item descriptions or any other general menu text, you will have to find the most ideal physical position to read through everything. It shouldn’t be too much of an issue for those closer to their TV/monitor but still will require some work to read.

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It is unknown if Square Enix plans on adding a general text scale setting in the future of the game but for the moment, the answer to that question we can not reliably estimate. For now, you will need to pretend you are reading medieval journal text while glancing through the menus in Final Fantasy XVI.

Moonstone Island, developed by Studio Supersoft and published by Raw Fury, is a single-player indie RPG adventure that combines many favored game styles. It’s part deck-building, part creature gathering, part farming simulation, and part dating simulation with an expansive map open to explore and a dash of alchemy practice. But is Moonstone Island coming to consoles?

Moonstone Island Console Release Dates

Unfortunately for PlayStation and Xbox users, Moonstone Island will not be making it’s way to these systems as of now. However, it will be coming out on PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch. While there isn’t a clear release date yet, it is listed as coming out Q3 2023 on Steam.

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Demo Information

For a limited time there is a PC demo available on Steam as of June 19, 2023 and is playable until June 26, 2023. However, there is no demo for the Switch yet. While this demo is available through Steam, it is not yet playable on the Steam Deck. The game’s Twitter page posted that they are attempting to make it compatible upon release day. Players will be able to get through 14 in-game days of play with an estimated play time of 15-20 minutes per day.

Those who choose to play through the demo and purchase the game when it comes out will not have access to their demo progress. Anything achieved in the demo will have to be redone once you play the actual game. This could give players a chance to try some things they maybe normally wouldn’t or to adjust in Moonstone Island according to things they didn’t like in their setup from the demo. Luckily, the reasoning behind this is due to some things they plan to add between the demo and the release date, so it also means looking forward to exciting new elements.

Apparently, what looks to be a new secret Exotic quest in Destiny 2 is locked behind fishing which is easily the most boring activity in the game. Locking a secret Exotic quest behind fishing is terrible for many reasons, but the main one is that fishing is terribly boring.

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What is the New Secret Exotic Quest n Destiny 2 Season 21?

Though it hasn’t been confirmed that this is a new secret Exotic quest (if this is just a means to completing a secret Triumph, I and many other Destiny 2 players will be furious), There is a new secret Exotic quest that requires you to get each Exotic fish at each fishing spot when that fishing spot is the highlighted one of the week.

So, not only is this secret Exotic quest gatekept by weekly highlighted fishing spots, but also you need really good RNG to even get an Exotic fish.

Yes, max Focused Fishing and fishing with multiple people does increase your chances of getting an Exotic fish, but ever with all that, there is no guarantee you’ll get an Exotic fish after hours of fishing. Plus, you have to deal with the constant Public Events erasing your Focused Fishing progress!

The fishing secret Exotic quest in Destiny 2 revolves around getting Broken Blades via Exotic fish and then offering the Broken Blades to Hive statues in Deep Dives. There are likely three Broken Blades — one for each Exotic fish found at each location — and when all three are found and offered to the Deep Dive Hive statues, hopefully, you’ll get an Exotic or Exotic quest and not just a “Triumph complete.”

Secret Exotic quests are usually really fun, just look at the Vexcalibur quest and mission, but when they are locked behind the most boring activity Bungie has ever created, people are going to lose interest.

Already on Twitter and Reddit, Destiny 2 players are stating that they’re sitting this one out because fishing is boring, the RNG is awful, and the Public Events ruin the vibe. No Exotic is worth grinding fishing for hours on end in hopes to get an Exotic — and repeating that two more times!

For those trying to complete this secret Exotic quest, I really hope that this is, in fact, a secret Exotic quest that rewards you with something incredible. Otherwise, my advice is to not waste your time — go play a different game.

On June 19, 2023 Klei dropped a demo of a new base builder, Mind Over Magic, available until June 26, 2023. In the game, players build a school from the ground up, upgrading the building and the items, staff, and students within it as they go. Meanwhile, there’s also a deadly fog closing in on you, so you must fight off the monsters in a timely manner to ensure survival. The demo came out on Steam for the PC and has some wondering when the release date is and is Mind Over Magic coming to PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

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Mind Over Magic Release Date

The first trailer for Mind Over Magic, the Steam Next Fest Trailer, released on June 16, 2023 with links to wishlist on Steam, subscribe to Klei, and see more videos from Klei. Outside of the demo availability, there are no further dates discussed yet. The demo offers gameplay of one chapter of the game. Upon completing the chapter you can still mess around with your school, crafting, and recruiting students but you will not be able to advance the story by fighting the bosses underneath the school. The fog does dissipate so there is no danger. This allows you a chance to play with some of the mechanics of crafting and building.

Will This Be On Consoles?

As of right now, there is no news of Mind Over Magic coming to PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch. Some of Klei’s previous titles like Don’t Starve, Don’t Starve Together, and Invisible, Inc., have been released on consoles after the initial release on PC and Mac. While there’s no confirmation that this will happen for Mind Over Magic right now, there’s hope for fans of the game that it may come following the initial release.

The Nintendo Direct of June 2023 gave fans a lot to look forward to for the future of the Switch. With a remake of Mario RPG, a brand new 2.5D Mario game, and more information on Pikmin 4, fans can rest assured that Nintendo has many plans lined up. One of the best Nintendo Direct announcements was the confirmation that Metal Gear Solid would appear on the handheld console. Actually, there is more than one Metal Gear Solid game coming! Here are all the Metal Gear Solid games launching on the Nintendo Switch.

Every Metal Gear Solid Game Coming to the Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Direct confirmed that the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 arrives on October 24, 2023. This collection will include Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. Besides these heavy hitters, the package will include more classics such as Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake — the entries that started and made the series famous.

The list goes on. The package will also include the NES versions of Metal Gear and Snakes Revenge. So, there will be 7 Metal Gear games coming to the Nintendo Switch in 2023.

The three mainline MGS games will be available separately in the Nintendo Eshop if you want to purchase them alone instead of the whole package. But it may be worth buying the Master Collection Vol. 1 as it will include bonus content such as digital graphic novels, screenplay books, strategy guides, and soundtracks!

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Here is a summary of all the Metal Gear Solid games coming to the Nintendo Switch:

• Metal Gear Solid
• Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
• Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
• Metal Gear
• Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake
• Metal Gear (NES version)
• Snakes Revenge (NES version)

Metal Gear Solid 1 Vol. 1 Master Collection Trailer

Check out the official trailer from the Nintendo Direct below.

The Metal Gear Solid Collection Vol. 1 is set to release for the Nintendo Switch on October 24, 2023. The collection will also be released on Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5, and PC on Steam.

A brand-new Princess Peach game and a visually enhanced version of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon will be released on Nintendo Switch in 2024.

Super Mario fans are eating delectably after the June 2023 Nintendo Direct, with a total of four new Mario titles announced for Nintendo Switch and a host of other Mario-related goodies. Our typical mustachioed protagonist isn’t (entirely) hogging the spotlight this time, as 2024 will feature Princess Peach and Luigi leading their respective games.

Princess Peach

Following the unexpected but welcomed announcement of a Super Mario RPG remake, a short teaser for a new Princess Peach game was shown, which can be viewed below.

The brief gameplay showcased in the Nintendo Direct shows Peach running through what appears to be a stage play, twirling enemies with a ribbon, and causing backdrops to transform with a little help from her mysterious (and adorable) companion.

Other than the twenty-six-second teaser, we currently have very little information on Princess Peach’s newest solo adventure — not even a title or genre. What we do know is that the game is currently in development and will release in 2024, exclusively for Nintendo Switch.

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Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon Remaster

A “visually enhanced” version of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon (AKA Luigi’s Mansion 2) is also heading to Nintendo Switch in 2024.

Originally released on Nintendo 3DS in 2013, this sequel to the Gamecube classic has Luigi investigate haunted mansions and bust the ghosts that dwell there with his Polturgust 3000.

The gameplay showcased displayed a significant improvement in Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon’s graphics, which is to be expected considering the original is now over a decade old. (For the record, I felt my bones creak and skin wrinkle as I typed that previous sentence.)

Whereas the 3DS made use of its second screen to display the minimap and Luigi’s health, these details are now neatly displayed on-screen in a similar manner to Luigi’s Mansion 3.

Super Mario Wonder was also revealed as the grand finale of today’s Direct. A sidescrolling Super Mario title for Nintendo Switch that finally abandons the ‘New Super Mario Bros.’ formula that’s been in place for the last seventeen years. I, for one, am all for Elephant Mario and Daisy’s inclusion.

Outside of the Mushroom Kingdom, June’s Nintendo Direct revealed a Detective Pikachu sequel set to release for Nintendo Switch in 2023.

A new 2D Mario platformer has been announced for the Nintendo Switch. Abandoning the “New” moniker of more recent titles, Super Mario Bros Wonder aims to reshape the genre with never-before-seen locales and powerups — including an elephant form. There are other features that many platforming fans might not be familiar with, from world-bending items to talkative flowers. It won’t be long before they can see these oddities for themselves, thanks to this game releasing on October 20, 2023.

This title seems to stretch the limits of what Mario and his friends can do — and quite literally, at that. From stretching bodies to shapeshifting into spiked balls, there are all sorts of new ways players can traverse levels. Classic actions like swimming and wall jumping return, and fans can also expect more classic powerups like the Fire Flower to make a comeback. There’s even the return of purple coins from Super Mario Odyssey, allowing some who play this title to more closely embrace it as a collectathon instead of just a platformer.

Some of the more notable additions are the characters in Super Mario Bros Wonder. After primarily only appearing in spinoffs and sports titles, Daisy makes her first full-force return to a 2D Mario game since Super Mario Land all the way back in 1989. There are plenty of new enemies and other species as well, such as roller-skating Koopas, a friendly Wiggler-like creature, and even stretchy Goombas. Luigi, Peach, Yellow Toad, and Yoshi also make playable appearances, giving plenty of variety for fans of these familiar faces.

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The elephant form is another highlight of Super Mario Bros Wonder, though specifics on it haven’t been shared just yet. It seems to give Mario plenty of extra strength, though, effortlessly kicking away a Goomba with ease. The game will release in October, so fans won’t have to wonder long about what other unique things it has to offer!

In today’s Nintendo Direct, we learned that Vampire Survivors is coming to Nintendo Switch in August and you can play in co-op. Here is everything we know about Vampire Survivor co-op and the Nintendo Switch release date.

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Vampire Survivors Release Date, Explained

If you’ve been sleeping on Vampire Survivors and your main platform is the Nintendo Switch, then it is time to wake up. Vampire Survivors releases on Nintendo Switch on August 17, 2023.

When Vampire Survivors releases on Nintendo Switch, it will be available with all of its DLC and updates. The core game costs $4.99 on Steam and the DLC packs cost around $1.79.

The price for Vampire Survivors on Nintendo Switch hasn’t been revealed, but we hope that it keeps its extremely cheap price tag so that many people can try it out and experience the new co-op mode on the Nintendo Switch, which is the best couch co-op platform available right now.

Will All Platforms Get Co-Op in Vampire Survivors?

Vampire Survivors will get up to four-player co-op. This means that you can play with two people, three, or four!

Yes, couch co-op will be available on every platform Vampire Survivors is available on. So, if you want to play co-op Vampire Survivors on Xbox or PC, you can starting August 17!

Vampire Survivors co-op will include a drop-in, drop-out feature where you can add and subtract couch co-op players in between stages. This makes playing Vampire Survivors with your friends and family an easy and fun experience — one that doesn’t require a new save.

Even if you are currently working through Vampire Survivors and looking for the Gold Finger pickup released in the latest update, you can continue your adventure in co-op or singleplayer.

Whether you start a new game or have your friends and family join you in your current adventure, Vampire Survivors is a great game that’ll likely get even better with co-op. We are excited to see if co-op makes the game much easier or if the difficulty will scale based on how many people are playing.

Just before Warzone DMZ Season 4 began, Activision posted a list of items that would reset upon the start of the new season — this included contraband weapons. So, to honor all the contraband weapons that served them well in Season 3, DMZ players got rid of their contraband weapons during extractions, never to see them again.

But here’s the twist; Activision actually changed its mind and made Contraband Weapons not reset with Season 4, so DMZ players threw away their contraband weapons for nothing.

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Players Are Upset About the Contraband Weapon Switch in DMZ Season 4

In our DMZ Season 4 reset article and in the official Season 4 reset Warzone DMZ article from Activision, it states that “contraband weapon inventories will be rolled back to the starting weapons.” This clearly means that your entire inventory of 20 contraband weapons will be reset when Season 4 begins — but Activision said psych.

Activision decided that contraband weapons won’t reset in Season 4 mere hours before the season went live, but it was already too late. And players are furious, especially the players with 20 gold contraband weapons that are all equipped with the perfect loadout thanks to the inclusion of the workbench.

The saddest case I’ve seen is BerliozRS on Reddit. On the last day of DMZ Season 3, he played his last match and dropped his gold M4 and gold St. Patrick’s Day sniper rifle.

These two guns were very special to BerliozRS. Not only are they both incredibly powerful and hard to get, but he had the M4 since his first game in Season 2 (since there wasn’t a reset between DMZ Season 2 and 3) and got his first Operator kill with it. He also had the St. Patrick’s Day sniper rifle since the first day of the event. But now, both of those guns are gone for good.

I’m pissed off for BerliozRS; Activision really messed up here. While DMZ Season 4 is very fun so far thanks to the inclusion of Vondel, the Wallet, and fun new Faction missions (which are intuitively unlocked with Faction Reputation now), it’s a huge burden and bummer for veteran DMZ players that tossed their contraband weapons preemptively to re-grind for those weapons — even though some of those weapons might not ever come back.

I doubt Activision will do anything to make up for this confusion and lack of communication, and that may be the reason some players take a break this season. While DMZ is fun (for the most part) and a solid concept, mess-ups like this make coming back too big of a chore.

The wait to play Phasmophobia on consoles is finally over. Phasmophobia is coming to consoles! Here is the Phasmophobia console release date and what consoles are included.

When Does Phasmophobia Release on Consoles?

Phasmophobia releases on consoles in August 2023. Currently, there isn’t a firm release day for Phasmophobia on consoles, but Kinetic Games assures us that there will be more details soon.

Is Phasmophobia Coming to PlayStation 5?

Yes, Phasmophobia is coming to PlayStation 5. It is already available on PC, and it will also be available on Xbox Series X|S.

Keep your eyes peeled for a release day, but expect Phasmophobia to come to consoles in August 2023. If you’re new to Phasmophobia, you’ll want to learn how to use the DOTS Projector and the other ghost-hunting tools.

Is Phasmophobia Coming to PSVR2?

Since Phasmophobia VR is available on PC, it would make sense that Phasmophobia could come to PSVR2. Well, good news! Phasmophobia is coming to PSVR2 at the same time it comes to consoles!

Phasmophobia VR is a truly terrifying experience; it’s not for the feint of heart. I get scared playing Phasmophobia normally on PC, so I can’t imagine the fear I’d get in VR.

Is Phasmophobia Coming to Xbox One and PlayStation 4?

Finally, is Phasmophobia coming to last-gen consoles? Unfortunately, Phasmophobia isn’t coming to PlayStation 4 or Xbox One consoles.

It’s a shame that last-gen console owners won’t be able to enjoy Phasmophobia, but maybe this could be a sign for you to upgrade to a current-gen console.

I know I’m looking forward to playing Phasmophobia on consoles soon. We aren’t sure if it’ll be on Xbox Game Pass yet or how much it’ll be. It currently costs $13.99 on Steam, so hopefully it’s that cheap on consoles as well.

Persona 3: Reload‘s announcement at Summer Game Fest came with the revelation that both the English and Japanese dubs of the game would feature an entirely new voice cast. Many members of Persona 3’s core cast are regarded as some of the best characters in the series, so Persona fans are dying to know who will be playing the members of the Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad in Persona 3 Reload. Here’s a complete list of the new English and Japanese voice actors in Persona 3 Reload.

All of the New Voice Actors in Persona 3 Reload’s English Dub

The original Persona 3’s English dub features voice actors who have lent their voices to many famous video games and anime series like World of Warcraft and Naruto, and most of them went on to reprise their roles in later Persona games. Soon after Persona 3 Reload‘s debut trailer dropped, the new voice actors for all nine of Persona 3’s playable characters confirmed their roles through Twitter, with many of the original game’s voice actors retweeting the announcements to show their support.

Like the original, Persona 3 Reload’s new English cast features voice actors who have performed in iconic anime and video games, including Demon Slayer and Final Fantasy. Here is a breakdown of who will be voicing which character in Persona 3 and which voice actor they replaced.

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All of the New Voice Actors in Persona 3 Reload’s Japanese Dub

Like the English dub, the Japanese dub for Persona 3 Reload is a re-recording of the original. However, Persona 3 Reload’s Japanese cast is a mix of new and returning voice actors, and some roles haven’t been announced yet. Here is a roundup of all the new (and old) voice actors in Persona 3 Reloaded’s Japanese dub

How Fans Feel about Persona 3 Reload’s New Voice Actors

Persona fans’ reception of Persona 3 Reload’s new voice cast has been mostly positive. Most of the game’s new voice actors, particularly those in the English dub, are well-known within the video game and anime fan community, and many fans can’t wait to see these talented performers voice their respective characters. While some more nostalgic Persona fans have expressed dismay over the re-casting, others have argued that Persona 3 Reload’s status as a from-the-ground-up reimagining (and the controversy surrounding Junpei Itoi’s original voice actor Vic Mignogna) necessitated the voice changes.

Ubisoft Forward 2023 kicked off with some interesting announcements, but fans might have perked up at the trailer for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. The Western Frontier of Pandora is showcased in this, with stories closely resembling those found in the movies and even a 15-year time skip between events. But all eyes were glued on your player character, a Na’vi who could freely explore the world of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, channeling some major Far Cry vibes in the process.

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is Like Far Cry, and That’s Honestly Great

Far Cry is an incredibly formulaic franchise to a fault these days, but the idea of a big sci-fi franchise that fits well with this formula is something that’s exciting to see. It’s similar to how fans are tired of seeing terms like “The Dark Souls of X game” but would love to have a Berserk Souls-style game. Sometimes, they just fit.

In this game, you can bond and fly with your flying Ikran, offering incredible freedom to explore a massive, diverse world. Much like in the movies, you’re on Pandora as the Resources Development Administration expands and tries to take on the frontier. You’re abducted by John Mercer who attempts to corrupt you against your civilization. This is short-lived, however, after the events of the film and Battle of the Hallelujah Mountains (approximately in 2163), and you wake up, 15 years later.

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You must take down the human RDA, and get help from other Na’vi clans, having to win back their trust. You’re free to explore your path in the game, and in so many ways it feels like you get to experience the plot of the movie in a new character’s perspective: your own.

The result is a massive Far Cry-style world but based on worlds from the mind of James Cameron. Oh, and in this presentation, he made an appearance, which made it all the more exciting! Your weapons of choice are varied, based on Na’vi but also human sensibilities, from bows to shotguns and rocket launchers. You can fight enemies piloting AMP suits if you ever wanted a showdown like with Quaritch.

It might seem derivative to some crowds, but this sort of fit really makes a lot of sense. The Na’vi were the victims of an attempted corporate imperial subjugation, so the idea of a lone warrior gathering scattered peoples around them to rise up against their oppressors.

It doesn’t hurt that it’s on the beautiful world of Pandora, feeling like a breath of Pandoran air so fresh no human can breathe it without an exopack. But we’ll have to see a final, pure gameplay look before being totally sold.

Starfield Direct showed off much of what to expect in Bethesda’s upcoming sci-fi space shooter. The recent showcase confirmed that Starfield is hands down the most significant game coming to Xbox consoles, with a massive open world pushing game design further. Specifically, when it comes to Starfield’s open world, the world’s scale is so big that it’s changing Bethesda’s quest and world design for the better. Read further to find out how the developers are changing their classic formula for the better.

Bethesda’s World and Quest Design is Improved in Starfield

Starfield directors gave the community tons of content look forward to when the game releases on September 6, 2023. While the reveal showed a lot of gunplay, character customization, and story — what stole the show is how big in scope the world and planets are in the game. There are worlds to explore and full-scale galaxies that players can travel to.

Unlike Bethesda’s previous games, traveling to the locations in Starfield will involve more freedom where players can tackle quests and explore different worlds in the order they see fit. These planets are so giant that the game gives you the opportunity to land anywhere and explore the surrounding area — allowing you to discover at your own pace. You won’t need to travel across the whole map, unlike Bethesda’s previous games “Fallout.”

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Exploring the Galaxy in Starfield

As you discover planets across the galaxy and upgrade your ship, you can fast-travel and jump space to lightyears away, making your journey less tedious. This mechanic will be helpful when you need to get to a planet filled with resources quickly or to get to the next mission. Each planet has its purpose and sometimes multiple purposes.

Resources, quests, and the spaceship are emphasized in Starfield Direct, and this is where the world and quest design is so phenomenal. What’s so great about this design is that your ship’s radar will reveal which planets are resource heavy or which hold questlines for you to tackle. Of course, as you explore these areas, there will be more to discover as you land your ship and make your way around the surrounding area.

Bethesda is improving player freedom through the game’s spaceship, and I can’t wait to see what else the planets have in store.

Atlus, the developer behind the Persona series, has just announced a brand new fantasy RPG called Metaphor ReFantazio. With the track record of Atlus and their classic games such as Persona and Shin Megami Tensai — it’ll be interesting to see how its new IP turns out. While plenty is still unknown about the new RPG game, the reveal trailer showed off some information to the public that is enough to get fans of the genre hopes up.

Persona Developer is Working on an All New RPG Set in a Fantasy Setting

While Metaphor Re Fantazio is a brand new series, you can tell it is made by the same developer just by watching the reveal trailer. Both the design and combat look like it could be a sequel in the Persona series, but what differentiates it from those games is that it takes place in a brand new fantasy setting. It wasn’t confirmed, but Metaphor Re Fantazio seems to be the final product of Project Re Fantasy — a game that Atlus revealed almost six years ago but never came to fruition.

Besides learning in the reveal trailer that the game draws inspiration from the Persona and Shin Megami Tensai series — it was also confirmed that it is targeting a 2024 release. Whether this means early 2024 or later in the year is unknown. Considering Atlus has Persona 3 Reload slated for early 2024, we will likely see it in the later half of the year — but this is just a prediction.

Related: Persona 3 Reload Remakes the Classic From the Ground Up in Early 2024

Check out the complete gameplay and reveal trailer below.

It seems that Atlus has been busy over the past few years as they have recently released Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Golden earlier this year and now have Persona 3 Remake and Metaphor Re Fantazio for 2024. If any developer can handle all this work and still do a phenomenal job, it is Atlus.

Microsoft has recently unveiled the Carbon Black Xbox Series S at Xbox Showcase 2023. Its sleek coloring, matte finish, and larger storage closely match its bigger brother, the Xbox Series X.

The Carbon Black Xbox Series S will be released on September 1, 2023, costing $349 USD. Its beefier price tag is due to the console’s 1 TB SSD, which is almost double the 512GB capacity of the regular Series S.

To match its renewed look, the Carbon Black Xbox Series S includes a black Xbox Wireless Controller, identical to the one included with the standard Xbox Series X. Pre-orders are available today (June 11, 2023) in the US, with other regions to receive news and prices in the near future.

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Black and White Xbox Series S Differences

Besides the larger SSD and color of the console and controller, the Carbon Black Xbox Series S is identical to the standard Xbox Series S. Even with a larger solid-state drive, it’s still as surprisingly small as ever.

While the Series S’s slim stature was praised at launch, its even slimmer storage space was not. After downloading a handful of games, gamers soon found their consoles at full capacity. According to Larry Hryb, director of programming, the Carbon Black Xbox Series S is a direct response to the request of fans.

With the ridiculous file sizes for AAA games these days, the Carbon Black Series S is undoubtedly a welcome addition to the Xbox family. It also drops just in time for Starfield, which finally received a September release date and an extensive look into Bethesda’s most ambitious project yet.

You’ll also be thankful for the Carbon Black Series S’s bulkier storage with the number of exciting games announced at Xbox Showcase this year, including a new Fable title, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and Obsidian’s latest venture, Avowed.

Starfield is the belle of the ball at the Xbox Bethesda Showcase in 2023. In fact, it’s the most ambitious game being showcased seemingly all year, if not one of the most ambitious ever conceived. With Bethesda Game Studios at the helm, and utilizing the full power of the Xbox Series X|S and PC, this game is poised to be pushed as the console’s next killer app. In addition to the immersive roleplaying and exploration elements though, we can’t help but note Starfield’s overhauled animations, and how wonderfully smooth it promises to make the gameplay and combat.

From Combat to Terrain Traversal, Starfield Has Some Gloriously Smooth-Looking Animations

In a game where you’re empowered to explore the reaches of a largely-untouched galaxy, it’s surprising that Starfield is seemingly promising to look and feel as good to play as it seems. It’s not just a world, but a collection of worlds on an unprecedented scale, so seeing satisfying ground combat and exploration makes it feel surprising in how intimately detailed the game truly is.

It appears that the stiffness of previous Bethesda character models is gone, at least for the player character. Guns feel like they have proper weight, you have a surprising degree of freedom to propel yourself in the air using small jets mounted in your suit. Alien creatures are lively and responsive, and enemy death animations, in a move that seems set to try and upstage the bombastic Fallout deaths, are really satisfying.

But beyond Starfield’s character combat animations, the worlds you can explore feel lush, diverse, and alive. Small details like reloading your gun, and combat effects including damage animations really make combat feel satisfying and dynamic, with fluid motion in Starfield. Combat in zero gravity is an added challenge, with the weapon kickback pushing you backward in the air, which you can attempt to use to your advantage.

But In terms of pure, gimmick-free combat, Starfield might just be the best Bethesda IP yet, and yes, for Elder Scrolls fanatics, there are swords. The power of possibility will manifest gloriously in this game’s release on September 6, 2023.

Xbox Showcase gave us the first look at Overwatch 2’s new update coming soon. This is the most significant update the game has ever seen, which looks to make the online game even more fun than before. Read on for everything you need regarding Overwatch 2 new Invasion update.

Overwatch 2’s New Co-op Events and PVP Information

Overwatch 2 is getting new content on August 10, 2023 through an add-on called Invasion. Invasion will bring new story missions, a new co-op mode, a new playable hero, and much more. According to Xbox Wire, the update includes co-op events, similar to what we saw in the first Overwatch through special events. Furthermore, players can participate in Hero Mastery Mode — a mode with hero-specific training missions. This is a great way to understand better how to use each character’s abilities properly.

Possibly the best mode in the Invasion update will be the new game mode, Flashpoint. Flashpoint will have teams face off against each other as everyone tries to take control of three specific points on the map — similar to domination in the Call of Duty series. Flashpoint is a great way to mix up the standard gameplay of Overwatch, and could possibly be the perfect way to bring in new players to the online game.

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There is a lot to look forward to in the upcoming update, and Xbox has even gone as far as to tweet that it is the largest update to ever come to the game. You can see the tweet below.

Xbox Wire goes into further detail, letting players know that if they are new to the game, they can jump right into the game with all playable characters by purchasing the Overwatch 2 New Heroes Starter Pack. If you are interested in the Invasion update, getting this starter pack is highly recommended so you are prepared for every possible combat encounter, as each character has a unique ability that does well in different situations. The starter pack also includes legendary cosmetic skins — if that is something you are into.

For more information on the latest Overwatch 2 update — check out the gameplay trailer below.

Overwatch 2 Invasion update arrives for the game on August 10, 2023.

Starfield is set to be one of Bethesda’s biggest games. The chance to explore entire worlds in manners similar to Elder Scrolls and Fallout titles has plenty of fans excited for what’s to come. Now, the game has been given a deep dive alongside a reconfirmed release date, letting gamers know what to expect and when to expect it. Starfield will arrive in the hands of PC and Xbox players on September 6 complete with massive environments and immersive role-playing elements.

As part of the Xbox Games Showcase and the Starfield Direct, developers have confirmed many qualities about the game that players might not have expected. This includes robust character customization, letting players make their character truly perfect in both looks and gameplay traits. There will also be plenty of other characters to meet, setting fans down the path to make lifetime companions or everlasting enemies.

The game carries over some traits from previous Bethesda titles, including a wide range of dialogue options akin to older Fallout games. There are also brand-new features that can only be found in Starfield, like ship customization that even lets players change how their vessel flies. This is on top of the countless creatures and resources for explorers to encounter, which will almost certainly make each fan’s playthrough extremely unique.

Of course, Starfield is still quite some time away from its September release date, though players can keep track of things on the game’s Steam and Xbox pages. Console players can expect this massive title to be optimized on Xbox devices while PC players will still need to wait for official spec requirements before they can know if the game will even run on their device. Only time will tell just how far Bethesda’s newest project will go — and if it can live up to the hype of being their most ambitious game to date.

Persona Meets Fire Emblem in Persona 5 Tactica, out on November 17, according to the Xbox Games Showcase 2023 trailer. If you enjoy tactical role-playing games, you’ll love Persona 5 Tactica. This game brings the mechanics of the popular Persona series to life with new features like Affinities and One Mores, presented in a tabletop format. Based on leaks and the Xbox Games Showcase announcement trailer, we have gathered all the information on Persona 5 Tactica and its connection to the Persona 5 franchise.

What is Persona 5 Tactica?

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled adventure with Persona 5 Tactica, the latest strategy RPG featuring the legendary Phantom Thieves of Hearts. Mark your calendars for November 17, 2023, and experience this thrilling addition to the Persona franchise on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC.

Embark on an exciting journey with the Phantom Thieves in Persona Tactica, which takes place between the events of the Persona 5 series. The team finds themselves in a strange world filled with disorder and authoritarianism after leaving Café Leblanc. To upend oppressive regimes and ignite a rebellion, they team up with a rebel commander. Discover various realms and unearth concealed realities in this captivating universe.

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In this captivating tale, additional characters will join your team as you lead the charge for revolution. To secure triumph, strategically position your units on grid-based levels and use special attacks such as Summon Persona and Powerful Attacks to your advantage. With ten playable characters and over 230 demons to fuse and equip, you can chart your course toward liberation. This innovative approach to the Persona series offers a harmonious blend of ease and complexity, ensuring a seamless gameplay experience.

Here is the official announcement trailer for Persona 5 Tactica:

Cyberpunk 2077 has had a great recovery since its rocky launch in 2020. It turned from a disastrous on previous and current-gen consoles into a wonderful RPG experience, not unusual for developer CD Projekt RED. But for players hungry for more after the game’s initial release, we’ve got some good news. Revealed at the 2023 Xbox Showcase, Cyberpunk 2077 is getting the Phantom Liberty expansion on September 26, 2023, with returning familiar faces, and iconic new ones.

Cyberpunk 2077 Cranks the Star Power and Sci-Fi Thriller Angle with Phantom Liberty on September 26

Having shaken off the issues from the game’s launch, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty looks like an incredible visual experience. On top of a smooth, modern-looking presentation, the game teases a new story featuring Dogtown, new factions, and a deadly conspiracy.

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But what’s Cyberpunk without a surprise reveal of an iconic actor receiving a glorious performance capture character? In this case, it’s Idris Elba, joining as a more physically tangible character than Keanu Reeves’ Johnny Silverhand, as the game indicates you’re about to meet some fascinating new characters.

You return to your role as V, as there is a chance for you to remove the ticking timebomb from your head. But this type of freedom doesn’t come free, and you’re put to the task with a dangerous mission in exchange. You must extract NUSA president Rosalind Myers and get her to safety while watching behind your back for any allies who might double-cross you in this cyberpunk thriller.

The experience is fundamentally familiar while retaining those same intense stakes you might remember of the original game’s story. Enemies are deadly, everything seems to be out to get you, and it’s ultimately your choice as to how you conquer the challenges ahead.

You’ll get to play this on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on September 26, 2023.