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Street Fighter 6 Year 2 Character Roster Revealed, M. Bison Psycho Crushes Out June 26

by Alex Co

June 8, 2024 4:39 pm in News

Capcom has revealed the Street Fighter 6Year 2 character roster! Not only that but the first fighter from it will be M. Bison who will be released this June 26!

Check out the gameplay trailer and read on for some of M. Bison’s special moves in Street Fighter 6.

Shadow Rise: A quick and high-reaching jump that has two follow-ups, including his iconic Head Press and Devil Reverse moves
Backfist Combo: An all-new move that allows M. Bison to plant Psycho Mines in his opponents
Knee Press Nightmare: M. Bison’s Level 1 Super Art that takes aim at opponent’s legs with a series of crushing blows and is invincible on start-up
Psycho Punisher: M. Bison’s Level 2 Super Art that launches opponents into the air with a powerful shockwave from a stomp
Unlimited Psycho Crusher: M. Bison’s Level 3 Super Art sees the villain rush towards his opponent and smash them into the ground with devastating strength

In addition to M. Bison, there’s another set of characters set to be released throughout the game’s lifecyle as well! The Street Fighter 6 Year 2 character roster has been revealed, and it includes some guest characters from SNK’s Fatal Fury fighting game franchise!

Street Fighter 6 Year 2 Characters:

M. Bison (Summer 2024
Terry Bogard (Autumn 2024)
Elena (Spring 2025)
Mai Shiranui (Winter 2025)

Year 2 Character Pass:

4 additional characters (M. Bison, Terry, Mai, Elena)
4 additional characters’ colors: Outfit 1 Colors 3-10
Purchase bonus: 4,200 Drive Tickets

Year 2 Ultimate Pass:

4 additional characters (M. Bison, Terry, Mai, Elena)
4 additional characters’ colors: Outfit 1 Colors 3-10
4 additional characters’ costume: Outfit 2 (including colors 1-10)
4 additional characters’ costume: Outfit 3 (including colors 1-10)
2 additional stages
Purchase bonus: 7,700 Drive Tickets

Speaking of Fatal Fury, go check out the latest trailers for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves trailers right here.

Expect a patch to be released alongside M. Bison’s introduction to Street Fighter 6 later this month.

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Starship Troopers: Extermination Console Versions Releases on Oct. 11, Single-Player Mode and More Announced

by Alex Co

4:03 pm in News

While PC gamers have been enjoying squashing bugs for quite some time now with Starship Troopers: Extermination, console gamers will soon be able to join in on the fun, as the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions have been announced for October 11, 2024 which will also be the day when the big 1.0 title update for the game will be rolled out.

Not only that, but Casper Van Dien, the star of the original 1997 Starship Troopers film revealed that his character, Johnny Rico, will be in the game! Van Dien will be part of the new single-player mode included in the 1.0 update, which will also include new enemies, locations and more.

Check out the new announcement trailer and read on for more info.

Starship Troopers: Extermination Single-Player Mode Info:

Releases Oct. 11, 2024
Will offer 25 distinct missions and a variety of PvE combat scenarios across different environments
Second chapter to follow post-launch
Players will find themselves following the orders of General John “Johnny” Rico played by Caspier Van Dien

According to Offworld Industries, more info regarding the game will be shared in the coming weeks, and those on PC, a new update is set to be released at the end of June.

With the success of Helldivers 2, perhaps console gamers (especially those on Xbox) might want another game where they can exterminate bugs with friends, and this game should fit the bill perfectly.

Currently, Starship Troopers; Extermination is available in Early Access edition on PC for $29.99. No word yet on what price the console versions will be, but we asked Offworld for clarification on that, and will update the story if we hear anything back.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio Gameplay Dives Deep Into Archetypes, Battle System and More

by James Lara

3:35 pm in News

With Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance launching next week, all eyes will soon be shifting to ATLUS’ other upcoming title, Metaphor: ReFantazio. While we are still a few months away from its release, ATLUS has begun slowly pulling the curtains back on the title, as the latest gameplay video for Metaphor: ReFantazio has given us a deep dive look into the Archetypes, Battle System, Dungeons, and more.

Metaphor: ReFantazio Gameplay Dives Deep

Tons of information was revealed during the showcase, including the confirmation of 14 basic Archetypes, each with a lineage that will unlock more Archetypes. Over 40 of them are confirmed to be available at launch.

Additionally, the team showed off how Archetypes will play an essential role in dungeons, encouraging players to play creatively and strategically when it comes to dungeons. Overall, Metaphor: ReFantazio is looking fantastic, and we cannot wait to get our hands on it this October.

In the meantime, here’s another trailer that debuted during the Summer Game Fest event.

Metaphor: ReFantazio will be released on October 11 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows, Xbox Series X and Series S.

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Black Myth Wukong “Non-Pay-to-Win” Microtransactions and DLC Might Be Incoming According to Game FAQ

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2:08 pm in News

While Black Myth Wukong is a single-player game, and we haven’t heard anything about microtransactions for it, that doesn’t mean it won’t be in the game in the future. This is something Game Science has recently clarified alongside other things.

On the game’s pre-order FAQ, the studio notes they might release DLC and “non-pay-to-win” in-game purchases (microtransactions) in the future, and even tells gamers to take a screenshot of their FAQ as a statement.

Black Myth: Wukong employs a classic one-time purchase model with a one-time payment. In the future, we may release DLCs and NON-PAY-TO-WIN in-game purchases. (Additionally, we encourage everyone to take a screenshot of this statement as our guarantee.)

While this is not a guarantee that we’ll see DLC or microtransactions for Black Myth Wukong, don’t be surprised if we see it announced in the near future or once the game releases. If the microtransactions are just cosmetic items, I gather, most players won’t have a problem with that, no? Same with DLC, if the full game feels complete, I doubt anyone would balk if they announced more content for it in the future.

Elsewhere in the FAQ, Game Science confirms that the Xbox Series X|S versions will be delayed, and the release date will be announced as soon as the game meets their quality standards.

PC and PS5 users can enjoy the full game starting August 20, 2024. We are currently optimizing the Xbox Series X|S version to meet our quality standards, so it won’t release simultaneously with the other platforms. We apologize for the delay and aim to minimize the wait for Xbox users. We will announce the release date as soon as it meets our quality standards.

In other Black Myth Wukong news, the game’s Collector’s Edition and Deluxe Edition have been revealed, which you can read about here to see what’s in it.

Black Myth Wukong releases this August 20 on the PS5 and PC, with the Xbox version soon to be released. Once the release date for Xbox is know, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.

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Persona 3 Reload Episode Aigis – The Answer – Releases Sept 10, Details Revealed for Final Content in Expansion Pass

by Alex Co

1:00 pm in News

Atlus has announced that Persona 3′ Reload’s final content drop for the game’s Expansion Pass is getting released this September 10! Persona 3 Reload: Episde Aigis – The Answer – is a major post-ending DLC that expands the story of the game and serves as a story epilogue.

Check out the trailer and details straight from the press release.

Added to the main game 16 years ago with the release of Persona 3 FES, Episode Aigis (previously known as “The Answer” when it was released in North America) is a major post-ending DLC that expands the story of Persona 3 Reload and serves as a story epilogue.

After unraveling the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fighting epic battles through Tartarus, and all the unforgettable events of Persona 3 Reload, the S.E.E.S. members find themselves trapped in a never-ending March 31st. Journey through the Abyss of Time as Aigis, undertake new challenges, and uncover the cause of this strange fate and the truth of what happened on that day…

Expect gameplay improvements and bug fixes to be part of the DLC drop’s title update when it’s released. Based on the roadmap released, this is the final major update, and don’t be surprised if we don’t get another one.

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New Phantom Blade Zero Gameplay Surfaces, Features Raw Look at Combat Without the Cinematic Cuts

by Alex Co

11:41 am in News

Following yesterday’s latest Phantom Blade Zero gameplay from S-Game at Summer Game Fest, it seems a more realistic look at the gameplay has surfaced today, as this one doesn’t cut away too much.

Check the eight-minute clip below that’s in Chinese, though we get to see boss encounters, combos and a lot more gameplay elements.

For those that didn’t catch it, check out the Summer Game Fest trailer for Phantom Blade Zero below.

Finally, gamers will be able to test the game out for themselves as the game is getting its first public demo in select locations. It’s playable in the Summer Game Fest Play Days in LA from June 8 to 10. And after that, players can expect it to be playable in the following locations:

ChinaJoy in Shanghai – July 26 to 29
Gamescom in Cologne – Aug. 21 to 25
Tokyo Game Show – Sept. 28 to 29

Phantom Blade Zero is set to be released sometime this year on the PS5 and PC.

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Monster Hunter Wilds Crossplay Confirmed, Summer Game Fest Trailer Shows Off “Wild” New Creatures

by Jack Breitenbach

10:27 am in News

During Geoff Keighley’s annual live event, we got another look at Capcom’s next Monster Hunter entry after the recent State of Play showcase. The Summer Game Fest trailer confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds crossplay and showed off more new monsters and crazy combat that got us even more excited to finally play this game!

You can watch the new Summer Game Fest trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds below:

Here are some details from the press release that went out shortly following the trailer’s showing:

Meet the Balahara

A Leviathan species monster that inhabits sandy areas was shown off in this trailer, known as the Balahara. It moves smoothly through the sand with its twisted body and uses mucus secreted from within its body to attack. Desert-dwelling leviathans that use their supple, serpentine bodies to create quicksand traps for unwary prey.

In the new trailer, you can see multiple Balahara attacking the large-bodied Doshaguma, and smaller monsters attacking the Chatacabra. In the harsh environment of the Forbidden Lands, you will witness not only territorial battles between large monsters but also smaller monsters attacking larger ones. By understanding and adapting to the behavior of monsters in such an environment, you can gain an advantage in your hunts.

Cross-Platform Play

Monster Hunter Wilds allows players to match with others across all available platforms! Crossplay can be enabled/disabled in the in-game options. Players can also become friends with other players across different platforms.

Additionally, the next major update will be revealed at gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 in August, and the world’s first playable experience will be available at the gamescom 2024’s venue!

We’ve said it before, but we absolutely can’t wait to get our hands on this one.

Monster Hunter Wilds launches in 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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Alan Wake 2 Update 1.100 Out for Night Springs Expansion

by James Lara

9:54 am in News

Remedy Entertainment has released Alan Wake 2 update 1.100, which introduces the game’s first expansion, Night Springs, photo mode, and more! Here’s everything we know included in today’s Alan Wake 2 update.

Alan Wake 2 Update 1.100 Patch Notes

Global

Night Springs Expansion
Added Photo Mode
Increased manual save slots from 3 to 6
[PC] Added Razer Chroma support

Improvements

Improved Xbox Series S game stability
Improvements to Xbox Series audio synchronization issues
Improved lighting in several areas of the game\
Multiple minor fixes and improvements for a better experience

Fixes:

Chapter Select: Added a missing chapter combination for the end game (Return 7 – Initiation 9)
Fixed a rare instance of player character becoming unresponsive when falling on the ground after a sequence of attacks (Removed realism, check.)
Fixed an issue that would bring up Saga’s Mind Place UI prompts when loading into a session with Alan. (This was not an intentional meta play.)
[PC] Fixed multiple instances of camera clipping issues on ultrawide monitors

That’s all for today’s Alan Wake 2 update! There’s not much in terms of fixes and improvements, though that was probably to be expected since this update focused on the expansion. Which speaking of, we’ll have a full review of it up shortly, so keep an eye out for that!

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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Different Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses Detailed

by James Lara

12:40 am in News

The Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero release date has finally been announced, with pre-order bonuses and different editions revealed. To get you Here’s a breakdown of the different editions for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero.

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Different Editions:

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Preorder Bonuses for all editions.

Exclusive new playable character
Early unlock of the following six characters:
- Gogeta
- Gogeta, Super Saiyan
- Gogeta, Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan
- Broly
- Broly, Super Saiyan
- Broly, Super Saiyan (Full Power)

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO – Standard Edition – $69.99

Base game.

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO – Digital Deluxe Edition – $99.99

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
Season Pass
3 Days Early Access – Season Pass DLC
3 Days Early Access
Exclusive new character*
6 characters early unlock*

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO – Ultimate Edition – $109.99

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO base game disc
Collectible lenticular card with Ultimate Edition upgrade pack voucher:
- Season Pass – 3 Packs including Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO and Dragon Ball DAIMA content that contains more than 20 playable characters.
- Season Pass Bonus – Summon Shenron and 3 Days Early Access to the 3 DLC Packs
- 3 Days Early Access*
- Ultimate Edition Bonus – Summon Super Shenron
- Ultimate Upgrade Pack – including the following in-game items::
  - Goku (Super) Costume with Power Pole
  - Emote Voice Set
  - 2 player card backgrounds
  - 1 customization item that increases a character’s fighting ability

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Premium Collector’s Edition – $229.99

The Premium Collector’s Edition Includes:

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO base game disc
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO Exclusive Diorama (264 x 174mm)
Exclusive Cards – 3 playable cards +1 Energy Marker card
Exclusive Steelbook
Metallic Bookmark (Double-sided)
Collectible lenticular card with Ultimate Edition upgrade pack voucher:
- Season Pass – 3 Packs including Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO and Dragon Ball DAIMA content that contains more than 20 playable characters.
- Season Pass Bonus – Summon Shenron and 3 Days Early Access to the 3 DLC Packs
- 3 Days Early Access*
- Ultimate Edition Bonus – Summon Super Shenron
- Ultimate Upgrade Pack – including the following in-game items:
  - Goku (Super) Costume with Power Pole
  - Emote Voice Set
  - 2 player card backgrounds
  - 1 customization item that increases a character’s fighting ability

These editions are now available to pre-order with Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is officially launching on October 11, 2024, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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Valorant Console Version Announced, Beta Sign-Ups and FAQ Now Live

by Jack Breitenbach

June 7, 2024 7:04 pm in News

For those of you on console who have been wistfully waiting for Riot’s competitive FPS to come your way, good news: today is the day that a Valorant console version was announced! Limited beta sign-ups are available now over on the game’s official website.

You can watch the Valorant console trailer below:

Here are some details regarding the beta from the game’s website:

Start Date: June 14, 1PM PT/4PM ET/4AM HKT

Q: How do I register for the VALORANT Console Limited Beta, and what can I expect after I do?
- A: You can register for the VALORANT Console Limited Beta right now, on this page! Then, starting June 14 and continuing throughout the Limited Beta, if you’re invited we’ll email you instructions to access the game. You’ll also be able to invite 5 friends to join you, with your personal referral link.
Q: Can I play VALORANT against my friends who play on a different platform than I do?
- A: When you’re actually queuing up, Xbox and PlayStation players will only be able to play together, and will not be able to join games with PC players. We believe strongly in competitive integrity, and this is the best way for us to keep the experience fair and consistent for players on both console and PC.
Q: How will progression work, and will it reset after VALORANT is live on consoles?
- A: You’ll have the same account for either console or PC, and all progression you make while playing on any platform will stay with your account always. That includes anything you’ve already earned or purchased on PC, it’ll be there when you log in on a console. So any progress on the Battlepass, Agents you recruit, or skins you purchase will carry over between console and PC, and will still be on your account once the Limited Beta finishes.
Q: What Agents will be unlocked for me in the Limited Beta?
- A: If it’s your first time playing VALORANT, you’ll have a select few agents available, which are the same for all new players. If you already have a VALORANT account, all the Agents you have unlocked will be playable.

You can sign up for the Valorant console beta at this link. We’ll be sure to share more details as soon as we know more.

[Source: Riot Games]

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New World PS5, Xbox Series X|S Release Date Announced for Oct. 15; Large-Scale PvP and Features Incoming

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6:51 pm in News

As expected given the PlayStation Store ad leak earlier today, Amazon has announced New World for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S and it’ll be out later this year on October 15.

Check out the trailer and info on what to expect from the MMORPG.

Per the press release, Amazon Games states that console players will get the full base game and all past game updates including the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion, in addition to “a wealth of new content.”

New World: Aeternum will introduce new features for players on all platforms such as:

The game’s first-ever large-scale player vs. player (PvP) zone,
10-player raid
Endgame solo trials
Upgraded leveling experience
New character archetypes
Revamped dialogue system

About New World: Aeternum:

In New World: Aeternum, shipwrecked explorers wash ashore and set out to forge their destiny on the supernatural island of Aeternum, a world filled with danger and opportunity. Combat in New World: Aeternum is skill-based and dynamic, incorporating swords, guns, and magic for a complex and satisfying experience, whether in head-to-head fights against the cursed creatures of Aeternum, or large-scale player vs. player battles. Players can fully customize the look, skills, and abilities of their character, as each gathered plant, tanned hide, slain foe, or completed quest shapes their journey and increases their character’s power and skill. The vibrant world, compelling narrative, rich crafting mechanics, classless character development, and real-time action-combat system in New World: Aeternum can provide hundreds of hours of play for solo and multiplayer adventurers alike.

According to Amazon Games, New World has been specifically designed for consoles with complete feature parity for PC players and cross-play functionality. Players can look forward to enhancements such as target locking, aim assist, virtual cursor, controller navigation, accessibility features and more.

New World will be available this October 15 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S for $59.99, the Deluxe Edition for $79.99 will include a Bear mount and armor skin. Console pre-order buyers will also receive the Azoth Stalker wolf mount.

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Sonic X Shadow Generations Release Date Revealed for October 25, Gameplay Trailer Spins Out

by Jack Breitenbach

6:43 pm in News

We’ve received word that the official Sonic X Shadow Generations release date is set for October 25! We also got a brand-new gameplay trailer showing minutes of fast-paced Sonic and Shadow gameplay, as well as some details on pre-order bonuses.

Related Reading: Alan Wake 2 Night Springs DLC Releases June 8, Physical Deluxe and Physical Collector’s Editions Announced

You can watch the trailer below:

Pre-ordering the game will also net you a unique Sonic Adventure Legacy skin, a low-poly version of Sonic to bring you back to the good old days. We’re curious to see if the game will feature more skins than just the pre-order bonus or if that one’s more of an exception to the rule.

Here are some game details from the website in case you’ve forgotten:

Shadow the Hedgehog is back and teaming up with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!

Play as Shadow the Hedgehog in a brand-new story campaign, and tackle iconic 2D and 3D stages as Classic and Modern Sonic in a newly remastered version of SONIC GENERATIONS.

Sonic X Shadow Generations launches on October 25 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.

[Source: Sega]

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Alan Wake 2 Night Springs DLC Releases June 8, Physical Deluxe and Physical Collector’s Editions Announced

by Alex Co

6:30 pm in News

Remedy Entertainment developer and the literal face of Max Payne, Sam Lake, went on stage at Summer Game Fest to announce Alan Wake 2’s “Night Springs” DLC, and what’s more, it’s out tomorrow, June 8 on all platforms!

Alongside that, Lake also confirmed that Alan Wake 2 physical Deluxe and Collector’s editions are coming our way later this year as well,

Related Reading: Blumhouse Games Showcase Trailer Features Multiple Horror Games in Development, Titles and Info Revealed

Once we have more details on the physical versions of the game, we’ll let our readers know.

More details on Night Springs have surfaced from the PlayStation Blog:

Put yourself in the shoes of the Number One Fan, who bears a striking resemblance to the waitress Rose Marigold, and fight the shadows in pursuit of truth and love with your trusty shotgun by your side. As the Actor, who may be called “Shawn Ashmore” in some realities and “Sheriff Timothy Breaker” in others, you will take on the mantle of the Time Breaker and defeat the villain hunting for you. And in the North Star episode, unravel coffee-based secrets and cosmic caffeine mysteries as the Sibling, who may seem familiar to those who know Jesse Faden, director of the Federal Bureau of Control.

Night Springs, players will fight and puzzle their way through familiar, yet transformed locations. Expect more dream logic, twists and turns that only a sci-fi adventure written by Alan Wake can provide, and even more experimenting with different types of media, like a playable arcade game and a comic book.

Trophy hunters and completionists can look forward to 12 new challenges in Night Springs. Share your progress with us on social media using the #NightSprings hashtag

As of February this year, Alan Wake 2 has surpassed over one million unit sales, and is Remedy’s fastest-selling game so far.

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Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Gameplay Trailer Slices Out

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6:22 pm in News

A new Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 gameplay trailer was shared with us today during Summer Game Fest. Dubbed the “Saints and Sinners” trailer, it showcases nearly two minutes of story and gameplay content that emphasizes the moral highs and lows you can delve to in the upcoming medieval action game.

Related Reading: Civilization 7 Launches in 2025, Full Reveal Coming Late 2024

You can watch the trailer here:

In case you’d forgotten, the Kingdom Come games are very immersive and incredibly detailed. Here are just a few of the details from the latest press release:

Today’s trailer features Father Godwin, a debauched village priest. Godwin is the black sheep of a noble family – concealing a scarred warrior’s soul beneath his cassock, he returns home to face his past while undergoing tests of his faith in the fires of war.

A true open-world RPG experience, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II lets players approach quests however they choose, shaping Henry – the main character – to their actions and changing the world around them.

About Kingdom Come Deliverance II

Set in the beautiful and dangerous world of 15th Century Bohemia (Central Europe), Kingdom Come: Deliverance II picks up where from where the first title left off, putting players into the chain mail boots of Henry, the dedicated son of a blacksmith, on a quest to avenge his murdered parents.

Spread across two maps (double the size of the previous game) – from the majestic Trosky Castle through to the bustling mining town of Kuttenberg – players traverse a meticulously crafted medieval landscape, while navigating through a kingdom torn apart by civil war.

And there is plenty of danger. The combat system of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has been revamped to make it more accessible while staying true to its nature – a depiction of real medieval martial arts – from elegant swordplay to deadly ranged attacks, such as the newly added crossbows or early gunpowder weapons.

Join Henry on his quest for redemption and revenge in 1403 Bohemia later this year and remember: “Audentes fortuna iuvat!”

Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 launches later this year for PS5, Xbox, and PC.

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Blumhouse Games Showcase Trailer Features Multiple Horror Games in Development, Titles and Info Revealed

by Alex Co

6:17 pm in News

Blumhouse, the film production that focuses on horror movies, has now announced Blumhouse Games, and as one can expect, its game projects are centered on horror as well.

Shown off at Summer Game Fest is a trailer of the studio’s upcoming games.

Here’s the info on the horror games, their developers and game description.

Fear the Spotlight

Developer: Cozy Game Pals

Based in: Los Angeles, California

A creepy love letter to classic 90s teen horror stories, Fear the Spotlight is designed for a modern audience. Sneak into a school after hours with Vivian and Amy, survive a seance gone wrong, solve tactile puzzles and uncover the disturbing mystery behind a school tragedy decades before. And whatever you do, stay out of the spotlight. Fear the Spotlight will be launching later this year, and fans can wishlist the game here.

SLEEP AWAKE

Developer: EYES OUT

Based in: Los Angeles, California

From Cory Davis (Spec Ops: The Line) and Robin Finck (Nine Inch Nails) comes a first-person psychedelic horror set in the far future. In the last known city on Earth, people are disappearing in their sleep. Those who remain exist in a crisis of reckless experiments to keep awake. Katja must navigate depraved death cults, otherworldly forces, and the ever-present horror of The HUSH, to save herself and those who rely upon her.

Crisol: Theater of Idols

Developer: Vermila Studios

Based in: Madrid, Spain

Dive into a unique first-person horror adventure where folklore and religion intertwine in a nightmarish version of Spain. Players will navigate a world steeped in eerie legends and sacred rituals, facing terrifying statues of saints that come to life. In a desperate fight for survival, the player must sacrifice their own blood to use as ammunition against the horrors that lurk around every corner.

The Simulation

Developer: Playmestudio

Based in: Santiago, Chile

A never-before-seen horror game is the only evidence found at a crime scene. As a retired game designer hired to investigate the case, you find a hidden mode that plunges you into a rabbit hole of the unknown. As more obscure games are uncovered, cross the fourth wall of their worlds and delve deep into terrifying truths that transcend their own reality…

Grave Seasons

Developer: Perfect Garbage

Based in: Chicago, Illinois

A charming pixelated farming and town simulation game where, amidst all the relationship building and crop harvesting, players must figure out which of the townsfolk is a supernatural serial killer. Uncover the hidden secrets of Ashenridge, find a way to stay one step ahead of the murderer… and maybe save the next victim.

Code Name: Project C

Developer: Half Mermaid Productions

Based in: New York City, New York

An ambitious game from the minds of Sam Barlow (Her Story, IMMORTALITY) and Brandon Cronenberg (Possessor, Infinity Pool). Prepare to have your mind broken by Half Mermaid’s most twisted vision yet.

No release date are set for the games yet, but once we know more, we’ll let our readers know. If Blumhouse can bring the same horror magic for films to their games, we’re in for a treat.

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The First Descendant Release Date Announced for July 2, New Cinematic Trailer Unleashed

by Alex Co

6:11 pm in News

Ever since our interview with Nexon about their upcoming looter shooter, we’ve been excited to see more of the game. Today, they announced a release date that The First Descendant release date is set for July 2 on consoles and PC, and there’s also a new entertaining new cinematic trailer out too.

Per the press release:

The announcement was made within a brand-new cinematic trailer, created in the recently updated Unreal Engine 5, which featured major Descendants dropping into the fight, coming face-to-face with new foes and meeting some new allies along the way. The latest trailer not only highlights the thrilling action and cooperative gameplay that players can experience, but it reveals new characters and bosses that will be introduced at launch and through post-launch updates.

Expect more news about the launch and events to be made public soon.

The First Descendant will hit the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC this July 2.

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Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves B. Jenet and Vox Reaper Revealed

by Jack Breitenbach

5:58 pm in News

A new trailer for SNK’s upcoming fighting game was released at Summer Game Fest, and with it, the reveal of two new fighters! We now have confirmation that B. Jenet and Vox Reaper will make an appearance in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, which will launch sometime in 2025.

Related Reading: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Launches in “Early 2025,” Combat Features, Trailers and First Fighters Confirmed

You can watch the trailers for the new fighters below:

We’ve got some character bios from the reveal trailers’ descriptions, which we’ll share here:

B. Jenet (Voice Actor: Amber Lee Connors)

Captain of the Lilien Knights, a crew of virtuous pirates. With Kain and Grant weighing on her mind during and after the events of the previous tournament, she makes an altogether uncharacteristic decision: to stay in South Town, if not for a short while. Strangely unable to express her lingering thoughts in words, she sees the upcoming KOF tournament as a true blessing in disguise: finally, a chance to vent her frustrations to both men face-to-face!

VOX REAPER (Voice Actor: Erik Ransom)

Enter the demon: Vox Reaper. This street assassin is dispatched to hunt down and eliminate Kain R. Heinlein—and though the attempt is thwarted, he emerges from the encounter hardly worse for wear. Kain’s bodyguard Grant, having realized the youth’s talent and potential, decides to take him under his wing thereafter. Afforded a new lease on life, and intent on fulfilling his dying master’s wishes (not to mention Kain’s own grandiose ambitions), Vox stalks the bloody battleground that is South Town—a demon reborn.

Both fighters look like they’ll be a lot of fun to play!

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves launches early 2025 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Release Date Set for October 11, New Trailer Blasts Out

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As expected, Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced the Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero release date at Summer Game Fest and it’s locked for October 11, 2024!

Alongside that, we have a new gameplay trailer featuring more explosive combat.

Hopefully, Bandai Namco releases more info when it comes to the game’s roster. For now, here are the confirmed fighters appearing in the game based on Bandai Namco’s previous reveals and trailers.

Goku (Z – Early)
Goku (Z – Mid)
Goku (Z – Mid), Super Saiyan
Goku (Z – End)
Goku (Z – End), Super Saiyan
Goku (Z – End), Super Saiyan 2
Goku (Z – End), Super Saiyan 3
Goku (Super)
Goku (Z – Mid), Super Saiyan
Goku (Super), Super Saiyan God
Goku (Super), Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan
Vegeta (Z – Scouter)
Great Ape Vegeta
Vegeta (Z – Early)
Vegeta (Z – Early), Super Saiyan
Super Vegeta
Vegeta (Z – End)
Vegeta (Z – End), Super Saiyan
Vegeta (Z – End), Super Saiyan 2
Majin Vegeta
Vegeta (Super)
Vegeta (Super), Super Saiyan
Vegeta (Super), Super Saiyan God
Vegeta (Super), Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan
Super Trunks
Master Roshi, Max Power
Nappa
Burter
Jeice
Super Saiyan Broly (Full Power)
Hit
Super Saiyan Kale (Berserk)
Toppo
Dyspo
Kakunsa
Gohan (Kid)
Gohan (Adult)
Gohan (Future)
Gohan (Future), Super Saiyan
Trunks (Sword)
Trunks (Sword), Super Saiyan
Videl
Beerus
Whis
Master Roshi
Trunks (Kid)
Trunks (Kid), Super Saiyan
Goten
Goten, Super Saiyan
Caulifla
Caulifla, Super Saiyan 2
Kale
Kale, Super Saiyan
Gotenks
Gotenks, Super Saiyan
Gotenks, Super Saiyan 3
Kefla
Kefla, Super Saiyan
Kefla, Super Saiyan 2
Vegito
Vegito, Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan
Gogeta (Super)
Gogeta (Super), Super Saiyan
Gogeta (Super), Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan
Fused Zamasu
Fused Zamasu, Half-Corrupted

Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is out Oct., 11 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

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Civilization 7 Launches in 2025, Full Reveal Coming Late 2024

by Jack Breitenbach

5:41 pm in News

Sid Meier was present for the Civilization 7 reveal at this year’s Summer Game Fest. The trailer emphasizes the complicated and violent past of history’s greatest leaders and teases all the things we’ve come to know and love from the Civilization franchise.

You can watch the reveal trailer below:

Here are a few details about the game from the official website:

The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!

Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history. Establish your civilization, construct cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations in pursuit of prosperity, and explore the far reaches of the unknown world. Will you build an empire that stands the test of time?

Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII is a 4X strategy game developed by the legendary team at Firaxis Games, developers of the Civilization and XCOM franchises.

Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII is coming in 2025. Wishlist now!

The full reveal of the game will arrive sometime later this year. Are you looking forward to the next Civilization game? Let us know!

Civilization 7 launches in 2025 on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Switch.

[Source: 2K Games]

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Neva Gameplay Trailer Floats Out, Coming Late 2024

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The next game from the devs behind GRIS is on its way, and we got our first look at the title in motion today. At Summer Game Fest, a new Neva gameplay trailer emphasized the game’s beautiful art style and relaxing platforming gameplay, along with a 2024 release window.

Related Reading: LEGO Horizon Adventures Revealed, Launches Winter 2024 for PS5, PC, and Switch

You can watch the new trailer below:

Here are some details about the game from a press release shared shortly after the reveal trailer:

Neva depicts the moving tale of a young woman, Alba, and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a dying world.

Following a traumatic encounter with dark forces, Alba finds herself bound to a curious, mischievous wolf cub. Working together, the pair will help each other overcome increasingly dangerous situations.

The wolf will grow and mature over time—as will Alba’s relationship with it as they traverse this cursed, decaying world.

Building on what Nomada Studio achieved with GRIS, Neva will feature platforming, puzzles and combat against monstrous enemies, with a minimal UI, delicate art, high quality traditional animation and haunting music.

Neva releases on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Switch later this year.

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