If you’re trying to log on to The Division 2 but can’t, it’s due to a The Division 2 maintenance today for the servers triggered by Ubisoft today for the big title update #3 roll out!
Check out the full The Division 2 maintenance schedule below (via the Ubisoft forums):
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 – 09:30 AM CEST / 03:30 AM EDT / 00:30 AM PDT
Expected downtime – 3 hours
Once the full patch notes is out for title update #3, we’ll get it up in a new post. In the meantime, you can check out some of the confirmed changes coming right here.
If you encounter any errors not related to the maintenance, feel free to leave a comment below to see if others are experiencing it too.
Respawn Entertainment has been constantly commended for their commitment to improve the overall game experience. To prove this point, the developer has recently announced some quality of life improvements for their current game. The Apex Legends upcoming changes will actually focus on players who do not bother to help their team at all.
On the Apex Legends subreddit, Respawn Entertainment briefly touched on the subject of piggy-backing. For those unaware, the name refers to when a player drafts off other players in the squad to carry them to a good position and level up faster but doesn’t actually participate in the match. In other words, the piggy-backer expects the entire team to do their work for them without doing anything for the team in return.
Unfortunately, it seems like Respawn has been getting a few complaints regarding this issue. The Reddit post states that “We had been seeing some feedback from players around this and have been doing some internal investigations looking at game data to understand how many of the matches being played are affected by this behavior.”
In order to fix this issue, the Apex Legends upcoming changes will actually have some way to detect piggy-backing behavior. Players who exhibit piggy-backing behavior will be punished with a temporary ban. Furthermore, players who continue to exhibit this behavior can actually be subject to a permanent ban.
Respawn Entertainment has also talked about a few more Apex Legends upcoming changes. One of them is related to improvements over the audio design. “Good progress has been made but we’ll still have work to do. We appreciate everyone that’s been providing clips to illustrate the issue.”
Additionally, the developer has announced that they will attempt to fix several issues with Hit Registration and the Slow-Mo at the start of the match. Finally, the team will also fix a Fortified bug that came up during the balance changes made to Gibraltar and Caustic.
While it might be a little later than usual, DICE has outlined the Battlefield 5 news for the week, and it seems we won’t be getting a new patch, though the Battlefield 5 Fortress mode release date has been confirmed for Thursday.
Battlefield 5 Fortress mode is a variation of Breakthrough, in case anyone’s wondering.
Check out the complete list of Battlefield 5 news and announcements for this week:
Monday, 5/13/2019
This Week in Battlefield V – An overview of this week’s news, blogs, content, and more. As items are added or shifted, this will be updated. Keep an eye on it through the week for redirect links!
Tuesday, 5/14/2019
Weekly Community Highlight – Best Only in Battlefield Moment of the Week – Hot new OIB moment coming in with a new weekly winner! Think you’ve got a winner? Send it our way on any of the Battlefield channels. Each weekly featured clip will be awarded a Best Community in the World emblem!
Last Chance for Weekly Mission Reward – Give the ToW Mission a final push if you haven’t completed it yet.
Wednesday, 5/15/2019
Battlefield V Chapter 3: Trial By Fire Week 8 Tips
Battlefield V Chapter 3: Trial By Fire Week 8 Starts
Fortress Mode Comes to Battlefield V
Battlefield V Quality of Life Tracker Update
Friday, 5/17/2019
Weekly Debrief – Your one-stop destination for all the blogs, videos, and major news that happened in the week.
In addition to the stuff above, there’s a bunch of Community Broadcasts planned by DICE, which we should know more about later this week as well.
In other Battlefield 5 news, we reported that Battlefield 5 and A Way Out will soon be joining the EA Access vault! Gold Tier weapons and new locations in Firestorm will also be introduced later this month.
It’s no secret that Gears 5 has been hyped up as one of the most anticipated game projects to date. It’s not surprising to have many fans tirelessly seeking any and all kinds of updates and information regarding the game. Unfortunately, no details about Gears 5 release date or anything of the sort will be revealed until E3 2019.
However, that hasn’t stopped people from searching information everywhere. With this in mind, it seems like the Gears 5 release date and cover art have been accidentally leaked. The information seems to come from a Taiwanese rating agency. According to the listing, the game is headed towards a September 10 release on Xbox One and Xbox One X.
Not only that, but the game’s cover art has also been revealed. The box art seems to feature the current lead character Kait Diaz. Alongside her, we can see important characters from the Gears of War series like Marcus Fenix and Queen Myrrah. Furthermore, the cover art seems to feature multiple upgrades for Xbox One X owners like 4K and HDR support.
Of course, it’s important to note that this isn’t the only piece of information that was acquired by Generacion Xbox. The game’s September 10, 2019 release was revealed by the Taiwanese agency. Considering this, the long-awaited project made by The Coalition is closer to being released than expected. The document below shows the listing with the release date.
However, we should remark the fact that this could be a very well-constructed fake piece of evidence. As such, we suggest anyone willing to believe this rumor/leak to take it with a grain of salt. There are no valid listings for the game itself anywhere else. Not only that, but the box art itself looks rather flimsy and the title “Gears 5” could very well be a placeholder.
Who doesn’t want free stuff, right? If you didn’t dig the free Game of Thrones PS4 dynamic theme we posted last week, then maybe these free Red Dead 2 PS4 avatars will be more your bag. Available in the US PlayStation Store, there are 27 Red Dead 2 PS4 avatars that can be downloaded for free!
Here’s a look at the entire free Red Dead 2 PS4 avatars list (download link):
Currently, this free Red Dead 2 PS4 avatars pack is only available in the US. I suggest creating a US account if you don’t have one and just download it and then revert back to your original account.
Not bad, right? Of course, for maximum trollage, make sure you pick Micah and annoy everyone by killing everything in-game that you can.
Based on the image above, which one do you think will be the most popular one?
Investors often look towards technology when looking for the next big investment opportunity. Getting a tech investment right can reap huge rewards, but identifying which technology will go global is not easy.
The benefit of hindsight
With hindsight, everyone would have made an investment in the social media platforms that we all use today, but at the time, there were plenty of other competitors in the marketplace. And the ones that dominated, such as Facebook and Twitter, were latecomers to the party.
But technology trends can disappear as fast as they arrive, a factor that must also be taken into considerations by investors. That is why tech investors like to strike while the iron is hot.
The booming gaming industry
The gaming industry is one of the fastest moving and most popular technology sectors. It is estimated that the industry will generate $174 billion in revenue by 2021, so investors will be keeping their eye out for the next big thing.
Besides these core similarities, there are also thematic parallels as well. For instance, licensed properties including Game of Thrones and Family Guy have both spawned slot titles, such as those featured at Magical Vegas, as well as ‘traditional’ video games such as Game of Thrones: A Telltale Series and Family Guy: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game, which are available for console and mobile.
For anyone looking to invest in gaming technology, finding a product or service that can be adopted across all types of gaming on all platforms is the key. And that is where virtual reality comes in.
Virtual reality or total fantasy?
The concept of virtual reality has been kicking around for longer than many might imagine, but it is finally reaching the point where it will be scalable and affordable for home gaming. And there have already been clear suggestions it could have popular appeal across many gaming sectors, including traditional gaming, social gaming, casino gaming and eSports.
Early investments in the technology have produced a few false starts due to prohibitively expensive hardware, but there is still a feeling that the tech is about to take off. This has been reinforced by the success of many virtual reality gaming centres that have popped up in major cities around the world.
Investors were sparked into action when Facebook purchased VR developer Oculus for $2 billion in 2014. But since then, things have slowed down. The main issues have been the comfort, cost and usability of the headsets. This, combined with a customer base that demands a genuine reason to be wowed before swarming to the stores, has caused some investors to hold back.
Timing is everything
There is no doubt that VR will have its day, but there are big questions marks over when that day will come. But with 5G technology about to be rolled out, the technology should get another boost. What’s more, developers are starting to explore how VR can be used in training, education and corporate environments.
It should be remembered that even the internet stalled in its early years as users became frustrated with the speed, fiddling interfaces and lack of practical applications. With this in mind, we certainly should not be dismissive of emerging technology and its potential as an investment.
If you’re curious what differences and new features Ubisoft will introduce in Ghost Recon Breakpoint from Wildlands, you’re not the only one. While the gameplay we’ve seen did show us new items and whatnot, some might be wondering what the new Ghost Recon Breakpoint features will be that make it standout from its predecessor.
Thanks Reddit user WolverineKuzuri93, we have a short list of the confirmed Ghost Recon Breakpoint features that will be in the game based on the livestream reveal.
~ More customization options such as bloused boots
~ Tactical options such as cutting through fences and using the environment for camouflage
~ Snap cover system
~ Setting up a Bivouac camp to change class, gear and aesthetics
~ Heavy weapons such as grenade launchers and rocket launchers
~ Increased variety of military vehicles
~ Squad interactions such as carrying downed allies
~ More stealth mechanics such as hiding bodies and more variations of CQC takedowns
~ A class system (presumably Assault, Explosives, Recon and Medic with more to come)
EDIT: Courtesy of u/Jesus_is_Alpharius confirmed classes are: Assault, Panther and Sniper.
~ PVP available at launch
~ Severe injury system that affects aim, movement and other gameplay interactions and requires bandages or field surgery
~ Improved wildlife and terrain
~ Improved terrain interactions such as sliding on slopes and climbing
~ New gadgets such as smoke cover and synced shot drones
~ Improved weapon aiming camera (automatic peaking etc.)
~ New gadgets such as smoke cover and synced shot drones
~ Improved weapon aiming camera (automatic peaking etc.)
~ A melee slot and customization for melee weapons
~ Customization for vehicles
~ Needing to eat and stay hydrated to keep stats high
~ Changing time of day from the Bivouac
Not a bad list, no? It definitely shakes up the Ghost Recon formula somewhat. Now on to the bad news. Over on Twitter, the official Breakpoint account confirmed that Ghost Recon Breakpoint offline play is NOT allowed. Nope, the game requires a ‘net connection to play just like The Division, and Rainbow Six Siege, which are both Ubisoft titles.
#Breakpoint will require an active internet connection like The Division and Rainbow Six Siege.
Get ready for the clash between titans! The BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle Spring Update brings recently announced characters to the roster. According to Arc System Works, the update will be released on May 21, 2019 and will bring the new DLC characters pack. However, players who own the ‘Deluxe Edition’ of the game will be able to access this pack at no additional cost! Get ready to go to town with characters like Seth, Heart Aino, Naoto Kurogane, and Teddie!
BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle Spring Update Details Revealed by Arc System Works
The BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle Spring Update brings Character Pack 7 to the game’s DLC list. This pack brings characters like Naoto Kurogane (BlazBlue), Teddie (Persona 4 Arena), and Seth (Under Night In-Birth). Of course, we can’t forget about the highlight of the show, Heart Aino from Arcana Heart. If you want to know a bit about her moveset and abilities, check out the video Arc System Works shared about her below!
Players who already own the ‘All-in-One’ DLC Pack or the ‘Deluxe Edition’ of the game will also have access to this upcoming content for free. However, the pack is also available as a standalone purchase for $9.99 USD across all platforms. So, what are you waiting for? Get that ‘All-in-One’ pack and start making noise with characters like Orie, Aegis, Merkava, and Labrys.
BlazBlue Cross Tag Battle is currently available for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is currently heading to EVO as one of the main events. The fighting game crossover brings a magnificent lineup of characters from Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, RWBY, Under-Night: In-Birth, BlazBlue, and Arcana Heart with more to come! Who else do you think will be added to the game’s roster next?
Going over to the newly created EA Access PS4 portion of EA’s website, a(still-unlisted) trailer is embedded where it shows a list of the games that are part of the vault for EA Access, and it shows Battlefield 5 and A Way Out! Just to confirm, the EA Access PS4 page wasn’t live a few days ago (correction: it was), and this is a new part of EA’s website.
Watch it for yourself and see the images of the vault below.
You can clearly see Battlefield 5 being the first game shown, while A Way Out flashes super quick as part of the list of games included in the EA Access vault. If that’s not enough, it’s even listed in the “library” section of games included in the vault.
Is this EA’s way of “making it up” to PS4 owners who will gain access to the service just this coming July compared to the other platforms which got access to it years ago?
Mind you, nothing’s been officially announced yet, so things could change.
We’ve reached out to EA for a comment and will update the post if we get a response.
A lot of players are excited to try out Code Vein once it releases at some point during 2019. The complex game mechanics and appealing visual design – alongside being a “Dark Souls meets God Eater” game – are the main reason behind the game’s following. More importantly, Code Vein gameplay has been revealed by Bandai Namco. The trailer shows some of the game’s story and combat.
Code Vein Gameplay Trailer Released by Bandai Namco
The gameplay footage showcases some of the combat that might look a bit familiar for Dark Souls players. Additionally, the God Eater elements do show aplenty with characters being able to “Absorb” enemies after a heated battle. The cooperative aspect of the game also makes itself known right off the bat. The gameplay trailer also shows some tidbits about the game’s story and dialogue. Not only that, but it also showcases some of the many bosses that players will face. Additionally, players get to also see some of the abilities that will give them a bit of an edge during battle. Finally, the trailer also treats players with the epic soundtrack that will grace skirmishes.
Of course, what kind of “God Eater-like” game would this be without customization options? The final segment of the gameplay trailer shows some of the cosmetics players will be able to equip. Some cosmetics include items like hats, eye styles, voices, masks, and other additional choices that will make the player character theirs.
Code Vein will release on Steam, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One at some point during 2019. Don’t forget, Code Vein beta signups are now live! Details regarding that can be seen here.
Treyarch has rolled out a new Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 hotfix that brings Prop Hunt to the game on all platforms. and includes a few tweaks as well. Check out the complete list of changes in the Black Ops 4 May 10 update below.
All Platforms:
MULTIPLAYER
Game Modes
Prop Hunt
Now live on all platforms in the Featured category.
Hunters now spawn with rotating loadouts (SMGs or Assault Rifles).
Addressed an issue where players’ abilities were not displaying their proper values when being spectated.
Made general improvements to Best Play at the end of the round.
Infected
Addressed join-in-progress issues in Infected matches.
Stability
Resolved an issue that sometimes caused lag/hitching when a match with more than 10 players was joined in progress.
Additional general stability improvements.
Featured Playlists
Prop Hunt, Barebones Moshpit, Deathmatch Domination, Infected (consoles), and Mercenary Deathmatch Moshpit (consoles) added to the Featured category.
BLACKOUT
Alcatraz
Addressed an issue where players were able to get to unintended areas of the map using the Grapple Gun.
Closed some exploitable areas on the map.
WORLD LEAGUE HUB
Visuals
Addressed visual bugs that could be experienced upon entering World League Hub for the first time.
With Crash Team Racing Nitro Fueled, developer Beenox isn’t just remaking the fan-favorite kart racer, but they’re also adding new features as well. One of these new features is customization of both kart and racer for players! Check out the Crash Team Racing Nitro Fueled customization trailer below.
According to the press release, players will be able to mix and match kart bodies, wheels, paint jobs, stickers and even add decals to karts. Racers can also be customized too. Character skins will be added to the game, which will allow players to make their own kart and racer combo. Lastly, there will even be unique podium animations available which will make celebrating victories even more unique. Players will be able to earn customization items by playing through the game’s Adventure Mode, and also by collecting in-game Wumpa Coins.
I gather, kart, racer and animations are how Activision will introduce microtransactions into the game, which I’m kind of fine with given they’re cosmetics only.
Crash Team Racing Nitro Fueled will race out onto the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC this June 21.
With this week’s PlayStation Store sale just focusing on Ubisoft-published titles, some might be expecting a PlayStation Store Flash sale today, and if you’re one of those people, you’re right! Sony has launched a PSN Store Flash sale today, and as one can expect, this one isn’t focused on just one publisher.
Check out the PlayStation Store Flash sale today list of discounted games below. (Note: Complete games list can be seen below).
While Battlefield 5’s Firestorm map might be the biggest game map DICE has ever built, that might not be enough for some. Now, if you’re one of the players that feel that way, rejoice! Battlefield 5 Firestorm new locations are coming to the mode before the month’s out!
As part of EA’s latest update regarding Trial By Fire FAQ, it’s mentioned there (without fanfare for some reason), that on May 21, players will gain access to three new Battlefield 5 Firestorm locations! These are Watchtowers, the Blue Forest, and the Excavation Site! Here’s a screenshot of it in case it gets pulled or altered:
Not content with that? Players will also get the Boys AT Rifle — which we’ve posted early gameplay footage of — in Firestorm too! The Boys AT Rifle will be the first “Gold Tier” weapon introduced in Firestorm, and as one can expect, it’ll be insanely powerful!
You’ll also be able to locate even more powerful loot in Firestorm, as we’re introducing the first Gold Tier weapons – including the Boys AT Rifle. Nicknamed the “elephant gun,” this rifle has some serious stopping power and will give players the means to attack enemy vehicles. Gold Tier weapons can be found in safes, lockers, and supply drops – if you’re lucky.
Given the info above, I suspect we’ll be getting a new Battlefield 5 patch on May 21 or near it. Once these locations and Gold Tier weapon are available, we’ll let our readers know.
With Capcom announcing the release date for Monster Hunter World Iceborne, not only did we get a date, but we also got a ton of new info regarding new gameplay features, rank and more. Possibly one of the most important new stuff that got confirmed? It’s the list of the Monster Hunter World Iceborne new monsters!
In a press release, Capcom listed the Monster Hunter World Iceborne new monsters entering the game on September 6! Below, you’ll see gameplay of each along with the official monster description from Capcom. Note that this list includes the new monsters that can be seen in Hoarfrost Reach, as well as the new monsters that can be seen in familiar (old) places.
Mysterious Elder Dragon – Velkhana – An elder dragon with the power to freeze all. According to ancient legend, it can freely control the cold, and unleash an icy blast of breath.
Hoarsfrost Reach Monsters:
Banbaro – A monster with two giant horns, like a running brick wall. It charges at threats while digging its massive
horns in the ground, sometimes picking up entire trees in its path.
Beotodus – A piscine wyvern that uses the sharp fin on its head to cut through the frozen soil, swimming freely through
the snow. Can often be seen hurling snow at its prey using its leg fins.
New monsters that can be found in familiar locales
Nargacuga – A flying wyvern covered in pitch black fur. It is extremely agile, especially on the ground, moving with explosive bursts of speed.
Obviously, the big draw here is the new Elder Dragon. Hopefully, we’ll get gameplay of that one soon.
Are you happy with the new monsters based on the gameplay we’ve seen so far? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
In the trailer below, we get to see 13 minutes of Ghost Recon Breakpoint gameplay, and while we get a lot of cinematic and stage moments, we also get to see some vehicle action, how the new gadgets work, and of course lots and lots of shooting.
KEY FEATURES:
DISCOVER A MYSTERIOUS AND DIVERSE ARCHIPELAGO
Explore Auroa, home of the Silicon Valley giant Skell Technology, both on- and off-road, in the air, on land, and at sea. Immerse yourself in a mysterious place where the most architecturally advanced buildings meet the wildest and most untamed nature. From the highest fjords and snowy peaks to the deepest swamps, meet different factions – from Skellers to Homesteaders to Outcasts – that will impact your mission. What happened to Jace Skell? Who is pulling the strings? Find the truth and clear the plot!
TAKE DOWN YOUR EX-BROTHER-IN-ARMS
Face your toughest enemies, the Wolves, a lethal ex–US military unit gone rogue, ready to use the most effective killing machines to take you down. The Wolves used to be you. They have the same training and experience as you have. They have seized the archipelago of Auroa, taking control of the most important resources of the island: the drones. And they are led by your ex-brother-in-arms, Colonel Cole D. Walker, so you will have no choice but to confront your former teammate.
LIVE THE LIFE OF A TRUE GHOST STRANDED BEHIND ENEMY LINES
Test your survival skills and adapt to the varied terrains of Auroa. Steep slopes, accumulating injuries, and fatigue are the new challenges for you to tackle. Set up a camp with your teammates, manage your equipment, class, and weapons in your bivouac, and fine-tune your strategies. If you’re wounded in battle, you’ll have to crawl to the safety of cover to heal yourself, or if a teammate goes down, you’ll need to pick them up and carry them to a safe place before treating their injuries. Use new tools, like the mini drone, that will allow you to sync shot several targets, even in solo.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR GHOST AND EXPERIENCE FULL FREEDOM OF APPROACH
Create your character and choose among thousands of customization combinations to create your perfect Ghost. Loot materials from the world, craft and upgrade your weapons with multiple attachment possibilities, and customize your gear in order to adapt your Ghost to any situation and to fit your playstyle. Experiment with a brand new class system to give you more chances to defeat your enemies. Do you want to play assault? You can go berserk. Do you want to play sniper? You can get special ammunition that gives you more range and accuracy. You can also play stealthy with the Panther class, and use a smoke bomb to get away from your enemies. Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint is all about your choice, your way to have fun.
ENJOY A TRUE SOCIAL EXPERIENCE WITH NEW SHARED PROGRESSION AND BEST-IN-CLASS ENDGAME CONTENT
However you decide to play, in Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint, you will always keep the same character: the same customization, the same skills, and the same weapons. You keep and improve your progression across both our PvE and PvP experiences. Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint is also a truly social experience. Find your friends in the new Social HUB, play the campaign together, or enter a PvP arena to take on an intense 4v4 match. The adventure does not stop there! The game will be regularly updated and supported years after launch. New story arcs will keep expanding the story, new features will be continuously added, and new classes and gameplay possibilities will available to players, as well as events and a brand-new type of endgame content: Raids.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint will shoot its way out this October 4 on the PS4, Xbox One, and PC. You can check out the game’s different editions here.
If you’re one of the millions entranced by Monster Hunter World, you’re no doubt looking forward to new monsters to slay, new items to collect, and new armor pieces to craft. Today, Capcom has announced the Monster Hunter World Iceborne release date, and it’s due on September 6 for the PS4 and Xbox One and will cost $39.99! PC will get it sometime this winter.
Before we dive in any further, check out the gameplay reveal trailer first to see what kind of new monsters we’ll be facing.
If you’re wondering why the price is this high for an expansion, it’s because Iceborne is more than that. There’s a new story, new monsters, gameplay additions and more.
New Story
The story of Iceborne starts after the conclusion of the events tied to the end of World with the Elder Crossing phenomena, as the Research Commission begins to notice very unusual Legiana behavior in the New World. This new mystery is the catalyst for a whole new story chapter that leads us to a brand new locale, and the discovery that the legendary Velkhana is way more than just a myth…
Aside from a new story, Hunters will also gain access to a new Hunter Rank called “Master Rank.”
New Rank: Master Rank
A new rank named “Master Rank” will be added
above the existing low and high ranks. New materials
and formidable monsters are available in this rank.
Hunters will be trekking the Hoarfrost Reach, which is a new area in the New World. According to Capcom, Iceborne will offer the “largest region” in Monster Hunter World so far. Players should expect new monsters to be back as well, and even a couple of new gameplay features.
#1. The Slinger can now be used while your weapon is drawn! This will open up a variety of opportunities for dealing with monsters, setting up new powerful combo attacks, getting out of harm’s way, etc.
#2. Clutch Claw: a versatile tool that lets you grapple onto monsters at a moment’s notice. From there you’ll also be able to unleash devastating attacks or even directly guide the monster momentarily.
Here’s a peek at the new gameplay moves in action:
Capcom has also mentioned how new moves for every weapon type has been added as well.
Lastly, if you want to play the Iceborne expansion, you MUST have completed the main monster Hunter World story up to Hunter Rank 17. If you haven’t bought Monster Hunter World yet, Capcom has a bundle for new players. Of course, those who own it already can get the expansion separately.
If you do not own Monster Hunter: World, you can get…
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition for $59.99, a physical version for PS4 and Xbox One that contains both World and the Iceborne expansion. Pre-order links will be live at various retailers very soon!
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition Deluxe for $79.99 in North America only, a physical version for PS4 and Xbox One that comes in a premium Steelbook depicting an epic clash between our new main monster Velkhana, and the big bad of World, Nergigante. This limited edition contains World, the Iceborne expansion and the Iceborne Deluxe Kit, which contains a bundle of cosmetic DLC items. Pre-order pages will be live at select retailers shortly!
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition and Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Master Edition Deluxe will also be available for purchase digitally at launch on PS4 and Xbox One.
However, if you already own Monster Hunter: World…
…you can simply add Iceborne digitally for $39.99 on your console platform of choice.
There is also a Digital Deluxe version of Iceborne for $49.99, which includes the expansion and a bundle of cosmetic DLC items.
Those in the US, GameStop and EB Games will be offering a special steelbook edition. Note that this edition comes with only an insert for download codes for the Iceborne expansion and DLC items for PS4. Think of this as those who want their games represented physically and want the convenience of the game readily accessible anytime digitall.
That’s a ton of Monster Hunter World info to take in just for one day! Are you going back to the New World with Iceborne? What do you hope to see that hasn’t been announced yet?
In today’s State of Play by Sony, a new game based on the Predator movie IP was announced called “Predator: Hunting Grounds.” In development by IllFonic, which is the same studio that brought us Friday the 13th: The Game, Hunting Grounds is competitive multiplayer shooter that has one player playing as the Predator!
Check out the reveal trailer for this new Predator PS4 game below.
Drop into the Predator universe through a new competitive online multiplayer experience.
Play as an elite Fireteam charged to complete paramilitary operations while a Predator mercilessly hunts you. Or, BE the Predator, armed with all the deadly alien weaponry you’ve grown to love and pursue your prey.
The Hunt Begins 2020.
According to Illfonic CEO Charles Brungardt, Predator: Hunting Grounds is an asymmetrical experience, which is what Friday the 13th: The Game was. Over on the PlayStation Blog, Brungardt gave a quick description of the gameplay loop.
One group of players will control members of an elite Fireteam who pack state-of-the-art conventional firepower, from shotguns and SMGs to sniper rifles and more.
Meanwhile, one player will control the Predator: a stealthy, acrobatic killing machine bristling with exotic alien technology such as the infamous Plasmacaster.
As the Fireteam attempt to carry out paramilitary missions – annihilating bad guys and recovering important items – the Predator will be closing in, using its advanced vision mode to track and ambush its prey.
Hunting Grounds is set for release sometime in 2020, and once we know more, we’ll let our readers know.
If you’re familiar with big-budget, Ubisoft-published games, then you know how the publisher loves different editions of its titles. With today’s announcement of Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Ubisoft is sticking with tradition. Check the contents of the Ghost Recon Breakpoint different editions below.
Ghost Recon Breakpoint will be available in three different editions: Standard, Gold and Ultimate, with the Gold and Ultimate granting a three-day early access, which means those who buy the more expensive editions can play it on October 1 instead of the October 4 release date.
Pre-ordering any edition of the game will grant you guaranteed beta access as well.
Standard Edition
Ghost Recon Breakpoint base game
Guaranteed access to the Beta
Gold Edition
Ghost Recon Breakpoint base game
Guaranteed access to the Beta
Three-day early access beginning October 1, 2019
The Year 1 Pass, which includes two new adventures in Auroa, called Deep State and Transcendence; Siren’s Call, an additional mission available at launch; one-week early access to three new character classes, which will be released throughout the year; and the Special Operations Forces Pack, which includes the Quiet DMR, Covered ACH, Crye G3 Combat Pants, and Cross Draw Vest.
Ultimate Edition
Ghost Recon Breakpoint base game
Guaranteed access to the Beta
Three-day early access beginning October 1, 2019
The Year 1 Pass, which includes two new adventures in Auroa, Deep State and Transcendence; Siren’s Call, an additional mission available at launch; one-week early access to three new character classes, which will be released throughout the year; and the Special Operations Forces Pack, which includes the Quiet DMR, Covered ACH, Crye G3 Combat Pants, and Cross Draw Vest
A bonus mission
Additional in-game items including the Trail TX motorbike, the Spider buggy, and the Survivor Pack
Collector’s Edition
Ghost Recon Breakpoint base game
Guaranteed access to the Beta
Three-day early access beginning October 1, 2019
The Year 1 Pass, which includes two new adventures in Auroa, Deep State and Transcendence; Siren’s Call, an additional mission available at launch; one-week early access to three new character classes, which will be released throughout the year; and the Special Operations Forces Pack, which includes the Quiet DMR, Covered ACH, Crye G3 Combat Pants, and Cross Draw Vest.
A bonus mission
Additional in-game items including the Trail TX motorbike, the Spider buggy, and the Survivor Pack
Exclusive Steelbook
Soundtrack with a selection of music from the game
Confidential File with three lithographs
Cole D. Walker figurine (24 cm. high)
Walker’s Dog Tag
Waterproof map
Stay tuned for more Ghost Recon Breakpoint info here on MP1st.
Ubisoft just sent the press release out for Ghost Recon Breakpoint! Read up on the offiicial game description below.
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint is a military shooter set in a diverse and hostile open world entirely playable solo or in up to four-player co-op. Players will discover Auroa, a mysterious island where the most technically advanced facilities meet wild and untamed nature. Home to drone creators, tech giant Skell Technology, Auroa has fallen into the wrong hands and all contact has been lost.
The Wolves, a lethal ex–US Military unit of former Ghosts gone rogue, have taken over the island. Led by Nomad’s ex-brother-in-arms, Lt. Colonel Cole D. Walker, portrayed by Jon Bernthal, they have reprogrammed Skell’s drones into killing machines and are ready to use them, no matter the casualties. Nomad and the Ghosts are sent in on a recon mission, but their helicopters are shot down. Injured, without support, and hunted down, players will live an intense military experience as they fight to survive, take down the Wolves and regain control of Auroa.
Steep slopes, accumulating injuries, and fatigue are new challenges for players to tackle as they test their survival skills in the varied terrains of Auroa. To overcome adversity, players will enjoy total freedom to accomplish their missions and have plenty of tactical options and tools at their disposal, including a set of new military features. They will be able to carry enemies and teammates’ bodies, blend into their environment with prone camo and set up camp with teammates in the bivouac to manage equipment, change classes, and fine-tune their strategies.
They will also be able to choose among thousands of customization combinations to create their perfect Ghost, and keep their character and progression through the game in both the main campaign and Player-versus-player (PvP), available at launch.
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint will include a robust post-launch content support plan, with regular updates after launch. New story arcs, classes and features will be continuously added, and for the first time in a Ghost Recon game, a new type of endgame content: raids.
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As expected from yesterday’s leak, Ubisoft has confirmed that the new Ghost Recon game is titled “Ghost Recon Breakpoint,” and as is common with multiplayer games these days, a beta is set to be released sometime soon before launch!
According to Ubisoft’s livestream reveal of the game, the Ghost Recon Breakpoint release date is set for October 4, and pre-ordering the game will grant the buyer guaranteed beta access!
While the Ghost Recon Breakpoint is currently on-going, expect more info about the game to be released within the day once it wraps up. We’ll update the post with the official game description and more once we can.
