During the Evo event in Vegas today, Arc System Works announced Under Night In-Birth li Sys:Celes, a new fighting game in development by Arc System and French-Bread, and set to be released this 204 on the PS4, PS5, Switch and PC.
Check out the reveal trailer alongside the first details from the game:
As a light novel-style action fighting game, UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes brings a fully original addition to the fight game genre, weaving a climactic tale of surviving the Hollow Night and dueling powerful foes accented by fantastic visual environments, 21 returning characters and new In-Births joining to bolster an already potent roster, and compelling background music.
Players take the role of high school youth and story protagonist Hyde as he encounters the mysterious girl, Linne, prompting his inner EXS powers to suddenly awaken. The two band together in a grueling struggle to defeat the fearsome and so-called strongest user of all, Paradox. However, an enigmatic force known as Kuon the Aeon appears and crushes the two victors, proclaiming his advent of the world’s end. This leads to Linne’s disappearance where Hyde, now determined to save their world from Kuon, ventures alone into the Night…
The latest series entry also boasts a unique battle system brought to life by revamped, high-quality pixel art visuals and dynamically detailed facial expressions. Players will also realize the sequel’s true combat splendor through its expanded move list, new character abilities and finely-tuned balances, evolved battle system, and implementation of Rollback Netcode. Simply by pushing the EXS button, even beginners can perform stylish moves with ease, resulting in a sense of speed not found in other traditional 2D fighting games. In addition, newly enhanced network features (alongside Rollback Netcode) allow players to test their skills against global online opponents in smooth Rank Matches and Player Matches!
Once more details regarding the game is shared, we’ll let our readers know.
Slocap has revealed the Sifu final update release date to be next month on September 7, 2023. This will be the final content update the game will get, and players are not to expect another content update coming after September.
You can watch the Sifu final update trailer here featuring the said new content and gameplay:
In the content update, the Arenas Mode will expand its boundaries unveiling more unseen location and introducing ferocious battles against old and new goons and bosses. The content update will also feature six dynamic Arenas, leading to 75 new thrilling challenges, an array of gripping modifiers and cheats, as well as film-inspired outfits.
Players should expect encounters with zombie-like enemies, doppelgangers, and interactive moments that test their reflexes and prowess like never before.
The final update for Sifu will go live on September 7 across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC. The Nintendo Switch version of the update will be released at a “later date.”
Larian Studios has released the Baldur’s Gate 3 update for August 4, and this is for Hotfix 1! This brings a host of bug fixes and improvements to the RPG ranging from UI fixes, crashing fixes and loads more. Read on for the new Baldur’s Gate update patch notes below.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Update for Aug. 4 Patch Notes | Baldur’s Gate 3 Hotfix 1 Patch Notes:
Version Number: 4.1.1.3624901
CRASHES AND BLOCKERS
Fixed possibly getting stuck in a dialogue in the first confrontation with a major boss.
Fixed a rare issue where player character states would not update properly after dying.
Fixed a crash that could occur related to one of Astarion’s cinematic dialogues in the endgame.
Fixed a crash that could occur when loading an old savegame while at Last Light.
Fixed a crash that could occur when using the brain reader in the Colony.
Fixed an issue that could cause you to get stuck in a loading screen when loading a savegame after dying.
Fixed a blocker during Character Creation preventing you from progressing if you chose a Zariel tiefling as your Guardian.
Fixed a potential crash triggered by the light system.
Added an error message to prevent crashes being caused by mods when starting the game.
Disabled Larian Account cross-saves temporarily to solve an issue blocking loads and saves. Steam cross-saves are unaffected.
Fixed a startup crash with the Steam API.
Fixed a crash that could occur when quick-loading a game while a container or corpse was open for looting.
Fixed a crash that could happen if an item unlocked a spell for a game entity without stats.
Fixed a crash that could occur when switching a race or a class in Character Creation.
Fixed potential crashes that could occur when closing screens like the options menu or when ending dialogues.
Fixed a potential crash when an enemy tries to use the Motivator during combat in the Steel Watch Foundry.
Fixed a blocker that could occur if you choose to attack the Emperor during a dialogue after you side with him.
Fixed a crash in PhysX.
MULTIPLAYER
Players will now correctly join cinematic dialogues that require all players to be present if they were listening in previously.
Fixed an issue that allowed players to listen in on private dialogues using the context menu.
Fixed an issue causing players to get stuck and not be able to join a dialogue if someone else is already in a dialogue.
GAMEPLAY
Fixed hair physics on drow and elf male strong body types.
Fixed an issue causing phase spiders to skip their turn in combat if they’re standing on a web that’s been destroyed.
Fixed an issue with dice rolling, where retrying could cause the roll to fail if you were applying bonuses and clicking really fast.
Duplicate spells no longer appear on followers’ hotbars and you can no longer customise their radial menus. (Important to note: followers are not companions or full party members.)
Fixed Dark Urge randomisation in Character Creation for non-white dragonborn characters.
Fixed an issue preventing you from interacting with Withers in one of the camp locations.
UI
Fixed issues in cinematic dialogues when listening in.
Fixed an issue causing the character models for half-orcs, dragonborn, and half-elves to not update correctly when unequipping armour in the character sheet.
Fixed some issues with prepared spells during Level Up, when multiclassing.
EA has released another video that goes into detail about the major changes and upgrades coming with EA Sports FC 24 Matchday. The EA Sports FC 24 Matchday gameplay deep dive gives us a closer insight into the Frostbite engine, SAPIEN technology, GPU clothing, new gameplay camera and celebration, and how all of that contributes towards making your matchday experience better.
Watch the latest EA Sports FC 24 deep dive right here:
Here’s a little insight into the Frostbite engine and the HypermotionV technology:
HypermotionV:
Driving the biggest leap forward in gameplay authenticity and realism to date, HyperMotionV translates the rhythm and fluidity of real-world football into The World’s Game using volumetric data of more than 180 top-tier matches from competitions like the UEFA Men’s and Women’s Champions League, Premier League and LaLiga EA SPORTS.
Frostbite:
From more realistic SAPIEN player models to the ripple of their kits, as they beat a defender and an elevated matchday experience, the enhanced Frostbite Engine dials up the detail to make every moment in EA SPORTS FC 24 look and feel more like football.
EA Sports FC 24 kicks off September 24 for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Nintendo has announced that a new Pokemon Presents stream is scheduled for next week on August 8, with up to 35 minutes of Pokemon-related news to look forward to.
Here’s the official announcement tweet on Twitter alongside a short video:
Pokemon Presents is a must-watch stream for Pokemon fans across the franchise’s games and products. For reference, the Pokemon Presents stream held last August 2022 included a new trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet as well as announcements for other Pokemon games such as Pokemon Cafe Remix, Pokemon Masters, and Pokemon UNITE. There will likely be similar announcements, and probably some insight on the upcoming Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC “The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero” which is set to release in late 2023.
The Pokemon Presents stream will start at 6 AM PDT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM GMT on August 8 and will be live on the official Pokemon YouTube channel. It’s less than a week away so mark your calendars!
Destiny‘s Trials of Osiris weekly PvP mode is back this Friday, refreshed with a new map and reward set. If you’re looking for more details about the current rotation, we’ve got you covered: MP1st’s new Destiny 2Trials of Osiris rewards and map this week August 4, 2023post lists down all that information in full below.
New Destiny 2 Trials of Osiris Rewards This Week August 4, 2023:
Reputation System, Trials Engrams, and Adept Farming:
Win individual rounds within each match to gain Trials reputation. The amount of reputation you gain increases with each round you’ve won on your card. Earn enough reputation, and you’ll be able to claim a Trials Engram from Saint-14! This engram can be focused into any currently available trials loot you have previously obtained, or it can be taken to Master Rahool for a random Trials drop. Your reputation increases after every match completion, based on the number of round-wins on your card, regardless of the result of that match itself (win or lose, 0-5 or 5-4).
Once you have gone Flawless, keep playing! Every win you achieve while at the 7-win level, even if you lose your Flawless, has a chance to drop bonus Trials Engrams, adept weapons, prisms, and even Ascendant Shards. There is no penalty for losing once you’ve made it to the Lighthouse!
When you’re done, you can cash in your 7-win passage for one additional adept drop, granted you have gone Flawless that week. This resets your card so you can start anew.
Passages:
Name
Perk
Cost
Passage of Ferocity
Your third match win grants a bonus win.
15 Legendary Shards
Passage of Mercy
Forgives one loss per run. Forgives a second loss if you have not yet been flawless this week.
Xur has made his return to Destiny this Friday carrying a fresh selection of Exotics, Engrams, and Legendary gear that can be bought in exchange for Legendary Shards. For those wondering about his new hideout and wares, here you go: MP1st’s new Destiny 2 Xur location today, August 4, 2023 post details both his location and full inventory until the next Weekly Reset.
New Destiny 2 Xur Location Today August 4, 2023 (And What Xur Is Selling):
Complete Vanguard playlist activities, or win matches in Crucible or Gambit. Extra progress is awarded for more challenging activities and for succeeding with clanmates.
Engrams
Name
Description
Cost
Exotic Engram
An engram with a predestined outcome. Contains a new Exotic if any of the possible rewards remain to be collected. Preview contents for possible rewards.
Xûr, Agent of the Nine, is a strange vendor who randomly appears in a Public Sector on one of the Worlds. Xûr sells Exotic equipment (as well as Engrams and Legendary equipment), and only accepts Legendary Shards as payment.
TL;DR: He’s the Santa of Destiny and every weekend’s Christmas. Sometimes he brings you what you want; sometimes he brings you coal. Mostly it’s coal.
When does Xûr visit?
Xûr returns every Friday at 17:00 UTC and departs at Weekly Reset (Tuesday 17:00 UTC). If you would like to see all the live conversions of Time Zones, please follow this link here.
Rogue Games and David Marquardt Studios have officially unveiled the Dust and Neon release date for Xbox Series X|S and PS5 to be later this month on August 17.
Check out the Dust and Neon release date trailer right here:
From the developers:
Dust and Neon stars a mysterious cyborg gunslinger. After he’s brought back to life by the rat-chasing mad scientist Dr. Finkel, our hero must embark on a Wild West tale through the robot apocalypse in order to restore the world to its former glory. Shoot your shot with the Furious Dual Barrel Embrace of Death, the Frenetic Top Loaded Twenty-Two, or a fierce array of other feisty firearms. Keep those chambers loaded, y’all. You never know when it’s time for the next high caliber showdown.
Dust and Neon will be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S starting August 17. Nintendo Switch and PC players can purchase the game right now.
Atlus West has revealed more information about its upcoming RPG, Persona 5 Tactica. The Persona 5 Tactica details include a fresh look at a new kingdom, specifically the Yoshiki Kingdom, new characters, more details on the battle system, and the upcoming DLC.
Continue reading to find out more.
Persona 5 Tactica Yoshiki Kingdom, Characters, Gameplay Features, and DLC:
Yoshiki Kingdom
Yoshiki’s Kingdom will be strikingly different from the vibe of Marie’s Kingdom
The Phantom Thieves and Erina will now find themselves in a Kingdom inspired by mid-1800s Japan
The Phantom Thieves become wanted criminals after saving a woman in crisis
Citizens in Yoshiki’s Kingdom are subject to surveillance and are captured immediately to perform labor if they take a stand against Yoshiki
The Phantom Thieves decide to stand up to Yoshiki
After disguising as samurai, geisha, and other citizens, the team decides to enact Toshiro’s diversionary
strategy so as to escape with the imprisoned citizens unharmed
While they are successful, their joy is short-lived
Yoshiki returns, his demeanor is now replaced with a terrifying rage
Characters:
Yusuke Kitagawa (Voiced by Matthew Mercer)
Persona is Goemon
A second-year art student from Kosei High School
Well known for his artwork
Makoto Niijima (Voiced by Cherami Leigh)
Persona is Johanna
A third-year student and the class president of Shujin Academy
She always felt she had to be a responsible student
She assumes the role of the reliable, older sister in The Phantom Thieves, and is a physical brawler who uses her fists to fight in battle
Futaba Sakura (Voiced by Erica Lindbeck)
Persona is Necronomicon
A genius hacker who, at one point, grabbed the attention of the world
In The Phantom Thieves, she provides a navigator role, supporting her teammates
Haru Okumura (Voiced by Xanthe Huynh)
Persona is Milady
Daughter of the CEO of Okumura Foods, a large fast-food chain
She finds the courage to stand up to her father who set an arranged marriage for her
In the process, she loses him but continues the fight after overcoming her grief
Gameplay Features:
Character Swapping
Switch between three active party members whenever you feel like it
Until you finalize your attack, you can switch between characters and experiment with them
Switch between characters to set up the Triple Threat all-out attack
If one of your party member is on 0 health, you can Baton Pass to someone else in your reserves
If your HP is 0, you can swap between non-active party members through Baton Passes
Strike Down Enemies
Having the higher ground gives you an advantage
You can strike down with melee attacks, and knock enemies down
Players can also knock enemies towards other party members, triggering follow-up attacks with additional damage and extra turns
Diverse Range of Enemies
Tactica will feature different variety of enemies including Musketeers, Grenadiers, and Drummers
Difficulty Settings
There are five difficulty settings (Safety, Easy, Normal, Hard, and Risky)
They can be changed at any time during the game
Persona Fusions
The Velver Room resident in Tactica is Lavenza dressed as a blacksmith
Expremint with Persona fusion in a new industrial setting
Fuse obtained Personas to power them up
DLC Overview:
Repaint Your Heart Challenge Pack
Goro Akechi and Kasumi Yoshizawa will appear in the DLC
Guernica, a pseudonymous street artist, creates enormous murals
A strange graffiti begins appearing in the city
Among those is a reindition of Arsene
DLC Characters
Goro Akechi (Voiced by Robbie Daymond)
Persona is Robin Hood
A third-year high school student and detective
He has solved numerous cases and has built a reputation
Kasumi Yoshizawa (Voiced by Laura Post)
Persona is Cendrillon
A beautiful junior student at Shujin Academy
That’s all we have for you today. It’s a lot to take in, but it is worth it, especially if you’re a Persona fan. If you feel like this is not enough, more details and screenshots are available on the Persona website. If you missed it, you can read last month’s Persona 5 Tactica details which included the initial set of characters, Marie’s Kingdom, and some other gameplay features.
Persona 5 Tactica launches November 17, 2023, on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass.
Norsfell has released Tribes of Midgard update 5.02 (PS5 version 5.002), and this is out on consoles and resolves an access issue. Read on for what’s new for the Tribes of Midgard August 4 hotfix patch notes.
Tribes of Midgard Update 5.02 Patch Notes | Tribes of Midgard Update 5.002 Patch Notes | Tribes of Midgard Hotfix for Aug. 4 Patch Notes:
Here’s the announcement from Norsfell:
The fix for Nintendo Switch is awaiting approval and should follow soon. Please stay tuned.
We’ve deployed a Hotfix to resolve an issue which prevented Xbox and PlayStation Solo players who did not have a Premium subscription from re-joining their Worlds.
The issue is now resolved!
The fix for Nintendo Switch is awaiting approval and should follow soon. Please stay tuned.
Thank you for your understanding! 🙏
That’s about it. Don’t forget, we just got the big second anniversary update last week, which you can read about here.
According to a now-deleted post by Warner Brother Games South Africa, it seems like a new LEGO Harry Potter game will seemingly be announced at gamescom 2023.
What seems like an accidental post went live on Instagram and contained a picture of the LEGO version of Harry Potter, and has the date August 25, 2023 written all over it. This has caused people to speculate that a Harry Potter game will be announced or showcased in some form at gamescom 2023, as it runs from August 23 through August 27.
While the deleted poster does not contain a title for the speculated game, fans are convinced that it will be a title that consists of the entire series of LEGO Harry Potter games, much like what the company did with the LEGO Star Wars franchise. LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga consisted of the entire seven LEGO Star Wars titles that had been released.
Fans think that way due to a rumor that was floating around earlier in the year which claimed that TT Games is going to give The Skywalker Saga treatment to the LEGO Harry Potter franchise.
No matter how well it lines up, or how realistic the report seems, we still caution our readers to take everything you have read with a grain of salt until an official announcement by Warner Brother Games is made.
While Magnum Studios and Nexon originally announced The First Descendant beta will be out this August 22, that has changed, and the new The First Descendant open beta date starts September 19 and will run until Sept. 25 on PlayStation, Xbox and PC (and yes, it will support crossplay).
Those who want to take part in it, you’ll just need to register here. According to Nexon, new features and improvements from previous beta player feedback have been implemented, which you can read about below.
The First Descendant Open Beta Details:
Performance Enhancements
Improved frame rate performance
HDR and NVIDIA® DLSS 3 support
Utilizing latest Unreal Engine 5.2
Performance and quality modes for PS5 and Xbox Series X | S
Quality-of-Life Improvements
Revamped grappling hook control and new parkour movements
New module (previously called rune) system
Improved jump motions
Improved gun sound effects
Updated UI, UX elements
Updated Narratives and Prologue
New additional storyline
A mysterious new map (The Sterile Land)
New Gameplay Content
11 playable Descendants and two ultimate Descendants
11 new ultimate weapons each with unique effects
8 Void Intercept Battle bosses
2 new Void Intercept Battle maps
New cosmetic system
Improved world missions
New Open Beta Rewards
Available only to those who participate in the Open Beta
All participants will receive a limited-edition social motion.
Reach Descendant level 20 to receive a back-attachment customization item at launch
Those who register for the cross-platform open beta, you will get a test alert and free gift.
Not familiar about the game? Here’s the official description of it via Nexon:
More about The First Descendant:
The First Descendant is a next-gen free-to-play third-person PvE co-op action RPG shooter launching with crossplay across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), and PC via Steam. Developed using Unreal Engine 5.2, players become a Descendant whose mission is to combat against alien invaders – The Vulgus who crossed dimensions over 100 years ago and brought with them the devastating Colossi and destruction– for the survival of humanity and to protect Albion and the continent of Ingris. Players will encounter spectacular stories as they grow stronger through various missions and raids to finally discover the Descendants’ secret. Cooperation is crucial as players team up with one another in strategic 4-player boss fights where teamwork and tactics are key. New equipment, materials, and items obtained through a myriad of missions and boss fights will contribute to players’ character development. The Crossplay Open Beta will be held from September 19-25, 2023 on all supported platforms.
There’s no release date set for The First Descendant other than sometime in 2023.
Gun Interactive has detailed The Texas Chain Saw Massacre metagame mode, including what it exactly is and how it works. Everything from leveling up to exploring the Skill Tree has been explained by the developers in detail and we will be breaking it down for you.
Where do you start?
Whether you are a member of The Family or a Victim, each character comes with an ability, as well as various Perks and attributes. These can all be saved into loadouts. There will be 5 slots available per character for customizable loadouts. This means that there can be different loadouts for different gameplay styles.
Abilities will be the core of each character’s uniqueness. This ties to their roles, strengths, and weaknesses. Every ability is able to be upgraded in the Skill Tree.
Family members can equip abilities called the “Grandpa’s abilities.” If a family member feeds on Grandpa’s blood, they will be able to:
Raise his power level
Pave the way for Grandpa to unlock more abilities
Use an unlocked ability in a special slot on the character loadout screen
Perks
Perks can modify a character to give them a certain advantage in a specific skill. All Perks are selected and equpped in the loadout Menu.
Players can apply up to 3 Perks per loadout, with a total of 5 loadouts. This means that each character has the potential to leverage a total of 15 Perks from within their loadouts.
You can access Perk selections through a character’s Skill Tree. Only Perks that have been unlocked in the Skill Tree can be equipped on the loadout screen.
Increasing the level of a Perk requires that you equip it in the loadout menu. Perks will level up as you play. Perks can range from recovering stamina after not being hurt to increasing stamina in hiding spots or shadows.
Perks will vary depending on how you build your loadout and which character you are playing. Some fun Perks to keep an eye out for will be those that aid in not only making your character stronger but also helps The Family or other Victims you’re playing with.
Key Perks for Victims:
Rally Leader
When you rally the team by helping other Victims, you and your team will recover from being incapacitated faster
Parting Gift
When one Victim escapes, all Family Members will be highlighted for the Perk holder
Bounce Back Better
Healing Items you use are more effective
Key Perks for The Family:
Unrelenting
This increases your Endurance
Tracker Tagged
Hitting a Victim will highlight them for all Family Members
Exterior Alarms
When active, all critical doors and gates are highlighted if they’re opened
Attributes
Attributes include:
Toughness
Endurance
Strength
Proficiency
Stealth
Attributes can be highlighted in the menu and can be adjusted with unlocked attribute points. Family members each have their own special abilities and attributes with Savagery, Blood Harvesting, and Endurance.
Players can unlock attribute points through a character’s Skill Tree. You can use attribute points to compensate for weaknesses or boost strengths.
Levelling Up:
Here are some of the actions that can earn you XP:
Winning a close encounter
Turning the generator on
Escaping/dismantling traps
Healing your teammates
Skill Tree:
The Skill Tree is where players can earn and collect new features for the characters they are playing as. This is how you will populate your loadout. Every character has their own Skill Tree with a unique layout. Progressing through the Skill Tree is how players will expand each character’s loadout possibilities.
In order to progress through the Skill Tree, players will have to buy nodes. These nodes can be bought with Skill Points (SP) which you will gain by leveling up your overall Player Level.
Different types of Nodes will be:
Grandpa’s ability nodes
These are only for Family members
Nodes will unlock Grandpa abilities which can be equipped from the loadout screen
Buffs for the Family can be unlocked during a match by feeding Grandpa blood
Random nodes
Random selection of Perks that are not part of a character’s main Skill Tree
That about sums up the details provided by Gun Interactive. If you’re hoping to find out more about the metagame, you can head on over to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s official website. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will be released this August 18 on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
While we usually avoid any “leaked” info from 4chan, the latest development that transpired today made us think this is the real deal. I’m referring to the Tekken 8 roster images leak, which is different from the partial roster that was datamined from the closed beta test.
Over on 4chan, the following image was shared (via ArcWardenScrub):
As you can see, there seems to be two new fighters to the franchise, which we don’t know anything about for now.
Yes, it’s blurry and whatnot, which is the standard for fake screenshots, right? However, Bandai Namco has began taking down (issuing copyright notices) YouTube videos today, which most likely means the image is the real deal!
The video talking about the roster image leak has since been taken down. Again, this is not confirmation it is the real deal, but that is as close as we can get. For reference, publishers can do this for their games, which Activision recently did for a Modern Warfare 3 leak. Again, this is not a confirmation that this is legit, so take it with a grain of salt (still). We should hear more about Tekken 8 at this weekend’s EVO fighting game event.
While Tekken 8 has no firm release date yet, we’re expecting it to be released sometime this year given we are already in the closed beta phase. Once we know more about it, we’ll let our readers know.
Developer miHoYo has revealed that Genshin Impact next update 4.0 titled “As Light Rain Falls Without Reason” will be released later this month, on August 16. Version 4.0 will unveil the fifth major nation of the game, Fontaine, and will also feature three new playable characters along with two new bosses.Keep reading for more details about the upcoming patch, and check out the trailer:
Key Features of Genshin Impact Next Update Version 4.0 “As Light Rain Falls Without Reason”:
Introduction to Fontaine, the Nation of Justice and the hub of culture and art
Explore vast landscapes, and experience numerous World Quests and rich stories
Dive underwater in certain regions of Fontaine and discover lost areas and mysteries
Continuation of the main story with Archon Quests in Fontaine
Three new playable characters: Lyney, Lynette and Freminet
Two new bosses with unique attacks and movement
To celebrate the upcoming massive expansion, developer miHoYo will be hosting the first-ever official Genshin Impact Game Art Exhibition for global audiences. The official Genshin Impact Game Art Exhibition “Endless Adventure in Teyvat: Fontaine Edition” will first premiere on August 19 in New York, Paris, Taipei, and Tokyo before it goes online.
You can watch the trailer for the upcoming Game Art Exhibition here:
Genshin Impact Game Art Exhibition will feature:
A showcase of the behind-the-scenes development history of Fontaine, the Nation of Justice, from developers and artists
Hundreds of never-before-seen concept art, sketches, draft designs, developer notes, models, miniatures, and figurines
A variety of unofficial artwork by fan artists and content creators inspired by Fontaine
For more details and registrations for the upcoming exhibition, you can visit Genshin Impact’s official website. Once the patch is live, we’ll let our readers know.
Maxis has released The Sims 4 update 1.79 on all platforms, and this brings a long list of bug fixes to the game. Read on for the official The Sims 4 new update patch notes for August 3.
The Sims 4 Update 1.79 Patch Notes:
Bug Fixes
Base Game
The female outfit with a foldover sweater (yfBody_EF18LongPant_RedandWhite) now keeps its hands to itself when the camera is far away.
Circular Roofs once again have shingles that lay properly.
L-shaped stairs that are two or more tiles wide no longer have a misplaced triangular section on the side.
Floor and Ceiling Pattern names have been updated since they now apply to both. Try them out for Painted Ceilings if you have not already!
Lessons about camera controls now have images that include the updated “Free Camera.” If you haven’t tried it out yet, use it to check out Ceilings that you now can customize!
Growing Together
The “Screen Smarts” Moodlet that children get for watching the Brainchild Learning television channel now has text in all languages.
Horse Ranch
Live Mode
Dazed newborn Foals that are fed an Age-Up Treat now become adults who maintain their “Horseness” when going on rides so they don’t walk upright like Sims.
Sims occasionally were stuck staring into space while starting activities such as eating or cooking. It turns out this was a possible side effect of going home from another location via “Ride Home”. Well, no longer! Sims now can enjoy their post-ride meal.
Sims on Horseback who select a “Community Job” from the Ranch Community Board now remain mounted in most cases when heading to the Job.
For new games in Chestnut Ridge, Emily now only recommends affordable starter lots.
The Welcome Wagon no longer sometimes overstays its welcome because nothing says ‘Welcome to the Neighborhood’ like a bladder mishap on the porch.
“Ask About The Community” on a Chestnut Ridge resident now consistently shows the neighborhood Ranch Community Board when selecting “View Board.”
Horses that are uncomfortable now shake their head less frequently while trotting or cantering. To learn more about how a Horse is feeling, just hover the cursor over the Horse or ask an unhappy Horse “What’s Wrong?“
Horses move more naturally while walking, trotting, and cantering.
Horses running around for Fun now run in more direct paths and avoid running through Gates.
Horses now are less likely to loop through Gates.
When engaging camera auto-follow on the active Sim who is riding on a lot with walls set to “Medium” or “Tall,” the rider now remains firmly mounted instead of skyrocketing above the world. Sims are better off exploring worlds from the relative safety of the saddle!
Sims keep their hands on the reins when their Horse moves on his or her own.
Sims making Nectar no longer freeze up when another Sim uses certain greetings with them or when making jokes about Body Hair. It’s just a neighborly hello with jokes on hold until after the Nectar is made!
The Mysterious Rancher now pays the full amount of Simoleons when a Sim sells multiple bottles of Nectar at once.
Selecting “Hire a Ranch Hand” on a Ranch Community Board and then switching to a Child now shows the initial Sim’s phone interface after selecting “Call to Hire Ranch Hand.”
Horse Training options that the Sim cannot afford now have a tooltip that correctly states the Sim’s name.
Sims who are not Father Winter no longer travel to locations such as the Equestrian Center via fireplaces. Chimney transportation is reserved!
Sims now can enter only one Horse Competition at a time. This prevents Horses from sometimes getting confused and staying in the Equestrian Center.
Sims who lose an Elder Horse friend or acquaintance to death or who witness one passing now have a “Mourning Horse”Moodlet. Rest in peace, noble steed.
On Horse Jumps, “Practice Advanced Jumps“ now kicks up dust from the ground properly when the Horse knocks off the top rail.
When selling many Mini Goats or Mini Sheep in rapid succession, the chance of one being left behind and i n v i s i b l e is lower now. If you encounter this, “Save” and “Reload” to resolve the issue.
Lots you can visit no longer have the “Place Animal…“ interaction.
“Sniff“ and “Nuzzle“ interactions with Foals and Adult Horses no longer occasionally contort the Sim’s arms.
Manure/poop is more performant at the gameplay engine level. You heard that right – we “polished” this fertilizer powerhouse.
Horses in locked, enclosed spaces or who otherwise cannot get to the edge of the lot now can be sold successfully.
Build Mode
Rust’n Chic Table Lamp now can live a life independent of walls. It now slots onto the typical horizontal surfaces rather than snapping to walls.
Paddock Fencing and Sturdy Ranch Fencing now can be built with rounded corners.
Rancher’s Dream Window’s black design now is fully black.
Cormac Pine End Table’s white design now has a white swatch.
Create a Sim
Selecting a premade shape for a Horse’s head now preserves the Mane and Tail Color and any Feathers. Did you know in real life that the Arabian’s concave head profile is described as “dish“-shaped and muzzles (noses) with a convex profile are called a “Roman nose”?
Horses now are fully visible after undoing accessories while the “Coat Color & Pattern” section is still highlighted. No i n v i s i b l e Horses here!
Premade face shapes for Sims were missing for games that had Horse Ranch and not Werewolves. They’re back now!
“Plan Outfits“ for Foals now includes Mane and Forelock selection.
Foals now have better framing in the Gallery. Who can resist that cute face??
The English riding outfit (ymBody_EP14RidingDressage_LogoBlueLt) now shows up with the “Feminine“ filter.
The fringejacket (yfTop_EP14JacketFringed_SolidBrown) now tucks into bottoms properly.
The “Jumpsuits“ category for the “Masculine“ filter no longer includes a few errant tops.
The “Boomtown Maverick“ Styled Look no longer has two errant color swatches.
That’s about it for this patch. Once a new one is released, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
Milestone has released MotoGP 23 update 1.10 on all platforms, and this is for adjustments to issues. It’s nothing major, but still an update is an update, right? Read on for what’s new in the MotoGP 23 Aug. 3 patch notes.
MotoGP 23 Update 1.10 Patch Notes:
Here’s what was shared officially by the devs (via Steam):
A new game patch for MotoGP™23 has been released. This fix adjusts small issues with the helmets of some MotoGP™ riders and improves the performance of the MotoE opponents.
That’s about it. Once a new patch is released, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
If you’re playing Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC, you might have come across save issues and how you might have a problem loading your game file as well. If so, we’re here to help with the Baldur’s Gate save issues with a detailed way on how to fix it.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Save Issues Fix:
Are you shutting down all non-essential programs before starting the game, especially anti-virus and any backup programs, etc, that may be monitoring disk activity?
For example, a few people have had BitDefender block the game from being able to create files and folders, which has caused errors when loading. In those cases, including both the game executables and Larian Studios local AppData folder in BitDefender’s trusted app and directory sections would fix the problem (Advance Threat Defense, Ransomware Protection / Safe Files, Application Access).
Windows Defender has also caused issues (generally file system errors); in that case an exception for the game can be made in Start, Settings, Updates & Security, Windows Security, Virus & threat protection, Virus & threat protection settings, Add or remove exclusions.
At least in patch 6 Avast and AVG have caused various save issues by blocking the game’s access to the My Documents folder (one person reported it was the launcher that was the issue for Avast, and adding LariLauncher.exe to the trusted apps list fixed the problem; another reported that AVG quarantined the launcher). This has been less of an issue since patch 7, with the change to save the profiles in the local AppData folder.
Try browsing to the ‘C:\Users\<UserName>\AppData\Local\Larian Studios\Baldur’s Gate 3\LevelCache’ folder and delete the contents. A corrupt file there can cause problems when saving or loading. The easiest way to get there would be to copy the line below into the location bar in Explorer and hit Enter. %LocalAppData%\Larian Studios\Baldur’s Gate 3\LevelCache
Try verifying local files: in the Steam library, right click on the game and select Properties, switch to the Local Files tab and then click on the ‘Verify Integrity of Game Files…’ button.
With the GOG version, in the (optional) Galaxy client, select the game, then the settings icon at the top right (beside the Play button) and under Manage Installation select ‘Verify / Repair’.
Try exiting out of the Steam client, or Galaxy for the GOG version, and starting the game directly from the ‘..\SteamApps\common\Baldurs Gate 3\bin’ folder, by right clicking the executable (bg3.exe for Vulkan, or bg3_dx11.exe) and running as administrator.
If applicable, disable Steam cloud support either globally (in the client click on the Steam menu and select Settings, and then Cloud) or just for this game (in the library right click BG3 and select Properties, then switch to the General tab and check the Steam Cloud section). Alternately, exit out of the Steam client, or Galaxy for the GOG version, and just start the game directly from the executable when required.
Next, try browsing to the ‘C:\Users\<UserName>\AppData\Local\Larian Studios’ folder and rename the ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ subfolder. The easiest way to get there would be to copy %LocalAppData%\Larian Studios into the location bar in Explorer and hit Enter. This folder contains the saved games, configuration files and a level cache folder. Deleting or renaming it will get the game to recreate it on startup; playing the game from a different Windows user account would effectively do the same thing. With Steam/Galaxy running and cloud support enabled, the client would just download the cloud copy of your existing profile. If you played in patch 6 or earlier and still have those profiles and saves, also browse to the ‘..\Documents\Larian Studios’ folder and rename the ‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ subfolder there (or delete it if you don’t want to keep the saves), so the game does not copy the game’s earlier Documents folder to the local AppData folder (as part of the startup procedure if there is no existing local AppData folder).
After that, start the game and check that you can start a new game and save/load. If you still have the same issue, delete the new BG3 folder and rename the original back again.
If a new game in a new profile folder also has the same issue:
Try doing a clean boot and then test the game. Click Start, or hit WinKey-R, type in msconfig and hit enter; in the General tab, click Selective Startup, uncheck Load startup items (if required) and leave Load system services and Use original boot configuration options checked. Next, click on the Services tab, check the box to Hide all Microsoft services, then click the Disable All button (maybe make a note of which are currently enabled/disabled), then click OK and reboot the computer. Run msconfig again to switch back to the normal boot configuration.
Try creating a new Windows administrator user account, switch to that account and try starting the game from there, directly from the executable.
Stay tuned to our review of Baldur’s Gate 3 hitting the site at some point soon.
While Battlefield 2042’s redemption arc is still on-going, to say the game had a rocky launch is an understatement. Not only did it not fare well critically at launch, but it failed to resonate with Battlefield franchise vets as well. One of the main issues players brought up were the Specialists, and how it deviated too much from the traditional Battlefield class system.
In an interview, DICE Senior Producer Ryan McArthur talks about one of main sore spots players had with BF2042, and that was with Specialists replacing classes. McArthur talks about the major overhaul DICE did in Season 3 to make Specialists feel more like your traditional Battlefield class, and how a lot of the issues players had with Specialists stemmed from the fact that they didn’t understand how it was supposed to work.
“When we look back at the data, and when we really started moving forward with introducing the class systems, one of the big things we really started to understand was that a lot of our issues came from the fact that players didn’t understand how the Specialists were supposed to work. And if you don’t understand how something is supposed to work, of course you believe that the old way was better. Feedback from players was really good around this. So we had to find a way to give them what they wanted, but still allow us the freedom and flexibility that we originally wanted too.”
McArthur talked about how DICE botched the communication part on how Specialists should work and how it should have fit each class structure.
Each of these Specialists were originally designed to fit within the class structure that we had in previous games. We just didn’t land that communication, or execute it in a way that players understood what role each Specialist was supposed to play…We underestimated the need to make sure that we constantly tie these things back to the original pillars of Battlefield – class gameplay, squadplay, and teamwork. This is one of the big places where we fell.
Do you agree with McArthur’s statements? Would the fanbase have reacted differently to Specialists if they were communicated better? Sound off in the comments below.
Following a few trailers for Apex Legends Resurrection, Respawn has now revealed the Apex Legends Resurrection release date and it’s August 8! In addition to that, Respawn has also shared the Apex Legends Revenant rework, weapon changes and loads more.
Apex Legends Resurrection – Revenant Changes, Weapon Changes, New Content:
LEGEND UPDATE: REVENANT
For the entire duration of the season, Revenant will be free for all players all season long. There will be challenges to complete during the season, and completing them all will unlock Revenant permanently after the season ends.
PASSIVE: Assassin’s Instinct
Highlight nearby visible enemies who are low on health. You crouch walk faster and have improved wall climbing.
TACTICAL: Shadow Pounce
Unleash a powerful pounce forwards. Hold to charge for farther distances.
ULTIMATE: Forged Shadows
Forge a shroud of hardened shadows around you that blocks direct damage and regenerates after breaking. Your shadows and tactical are refreshed on knockdowns.
Revenant will be unlocked for all players, all-season long. Players can complete challenges by using Revenant throughout the season in order to unlock him permanently.
CHARGE RIFLE UPDATE
The Charge Rifle has been re-designed for immediate use in the Apex Games. No longer does the infamous weapon fire a sustained beam. Newly fitted with an Extended Sniper Mag attachment slot and boasting a number of changes to its firing mechanisms, Legends familiar with the anti-Titan model available during the Frontier Wars should feel right at home.
Holding the trigger down will increase the weapon’s charge, while releasing the trigger will decrease it. Once fully charged, a powerful energy projectile is released which deals increased damage the further it travels. This projectile can pierce through multiple enemy Legends, so watch out which teammates you cozy up to!
Much like Revenant, the Charge Rifle is getting reworked in Season 18. Marked as an “outlier” in its mechanics, it’s been updated and brought in line with a certain other Charge Rifle from the past.
These changes include the removal of hitscan, making it a projectile based weapon with bullet drop, removing the pre-beam laser, and taking a pass at the handling timing (see: reloads, draws).
It also no longer automatically releases its projectile. You’ll need to charge it up (hence the name) and release the button once it’s fully charged to fire it. If you release it too early, it wont fire and will lose its charge.
The new mechanics also encourage longer-range gameplay, as it does more damage the further away the target is.
Finally, magazines have been reintroduced for use and the ammo consumption lowered per shot down to 1.
The Prowler: Select Fire Returns
…in the care package! The Prowler will be entering the care package in Season 18, but with the added fun of the much beloved Select Fire.
Disruptor Rounds
The Disruptor Rounds return in Season 18… with a twist. Dealing increased shield damage, it will still remain a hopup for the Alternator… and now, the Peacekeeper. Yes, a shotgun with Disruptor Rounds.
(Side note: my jaw literally dropped when I heard this.)
Other Weapon Changes
Mastiff
Blast pattern will be tightened for more consistency.
Hemlok
The Hemlok will return to the floor, and will be getting a damage and recoil buff compared to its previous non-crated version.
R-99
The R-99 will get increased horizontal recoil, and will have reduced max ammo with no mag and all the mags as well.
SMGs
All SMGs will have reduced strafe speed and a headshot multiplayer reduction.
MIX TAPE: BROKEN MOON
NEW TDM & GUN RUN MAP: THE CORE
Broken Moon is coming to Mixtape! The Core provides a new and exciting battlefield for Gun Run and TDM. Occupying the central building gives great high ground and wide-open sightlines making it a prime location to fight over. Or take to the outer ring for prime access to Care Packages.
The Core is a little bit bigger than what we’ve played previously. Zip rails help players rotate towards the action quickly and open sightlines promote a different style of gameplay and weapon meta than the other more personal, scrappier maps.
NEW CONTROL MAP: PRODUCTION YARD
It’s been a while since our last Control map and Broken Moon brings Production Yard to Control. Contrary to our other Broken Moon map for Mixtape, Production Yard provides an intense, scrappy experience in tight quarters. Lots of boxes and cover to duck around and tight corners to set-up defense or ambushes.
Also featuring Broken Moon’s Zip rails, combat pace is really high on this map and allows players to quickly shift from attacking and defending at a moment’s notice. We’re hoping players find a lot of different strategies in either bunkering up and covering angles or finding some sneaky back caps using zip rails and corners.
Ranked in Resurrection
The big takeaway is that the devs are prepared for this season with more tuning for ranks, and have patched out the bug that allowed large amounts of players to easily climb to Masters by getting larger bonuses than they should’ve. Players who earned Masters in season 17 will have a harder time climbing back up to that rank.
Players in Diamond and above will have higher stakes in the form in LP Losses and decreased Rating Bonuses and Loss Mitigation. This is in the hopes that it will better distribute players among the ranks.
All ranks will now have a “Minimum Bonus” for eliminations. While the bonuses might decrease for higher ranks, you’ll always be able to count on eliminations to give you a small bonus.
Note: whatever rank you did earn in season 17, you will keep the rewards for the highest rank that you achieved. Respawn has no intention of taking those awards away from you.
Speaking of rewards, however: After the Season 18 ranked season, dive trails will no longer be a reward you can earn from ranks. The reason being that players with dive trails were often targeted by others, and created a toxic feeling for something that should be a reward for achieving a higher rank. After Season 18, the trails will be replaced with Ranked Banner Frames.
As for badges, all ranked badges will now default to the animated version of the badges at the end of each season.
On Preventing Ratting
In addition to fixing parts of the map that allowed people to easily rat, and more rewards for being aggressive in fights, ring updates will will encourage more movement and fights. More ring movements, higher ring damage early game and less ring damage late game, all to bring shorter match lengths and increase the pacing.
DEATH DYNASTY COLLECTION EVENT
Death becomes you, Legends. Our first event of Resurrection will be launching with the season, and you’ll be handsomely rewarded with double XP in Battle Royale from August 8-15 and then in Mixtape from August 15-22.
COLLECTION EVENT ITEMS
Capture 24 limited-time cosmetics before they expire, with Legendary skins for Catalyst, Loba, and more!
All 24 items will be available in exchange for Apex Coins or Crafting Metals and in Death Dynasty Event Apex Packs for the entire duration of the event.
You’ll automatically receive Revenant’s Death Grip Heirloom set once you’ve secured all 24 items for your eternal collection.
REWARD TRACKER
Earn up to 1,600 points per day, challenges refresh daily and all challenges will stack with your Battle Pass so you can complete multiple challenges at once. Complete additional goals to unlock three unique event badges and complete all three to earn a final fourth badge.
Misc. Talking Points
Future Legend Reworks
As of now, there are not a lot of plans for major legend reworks like Revenants in the near future. Revenant provided a good opportunity for the devs to rework his kit to better fit in with the current landscape of legends.
Tracking People with Revenants Passive
There is no limit to the amount of enemies Revenant can track with his passive! As long as they are in a pretty close range, they will be picked up/scanned and shown if they are below 40 HP.
Seer Nerf
The buff Seer got in Season 17 was a little too strong, but in Season 18 his tactical will be slightly easier to evade and the tracking/slow time reduced.
Ballistics Tactical
Ballistics tactical was very hard to avoid in close quarters, often making it impossible to avoid. There has been a small leniency added to make it more predictable and easier to deal with in those close quarters situations.
Any more in-game story events like in Season 17?
There will not be any in-game cinematic events like A Thiefs Bane, but there will be in-game tie ins to stories they are trying to tell, with additional episodes of Kill Code as well.
Note that the official patch notes will be revealed on August 7, and once that’s live, we’ll be sure to let our readers know about it.
