If you’re seeing The Elder Scrolls Online down reports surface this July 9, it’s not just you. It seem players are having issues logging in (specifically the PlayStation versions), and Bethesda has acknowledged it.
The Elder Scrolls Online Down Server Status and Updates for July 9:
Update: Server issues have been sorted
⚠️The issues related to logging in to the @TESOnline North American #PlayStation megaserver have been resolved at this time. #ESO
— Bethesda Support (@BethesdaSupport) July 9, 2023
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Here’s the announcement from Bethesda acknowledging the outage:
⚠️We are currently investigating issues some players are having logging into the @TESOnline North American #PlayStation megaserver. #ESO
— Bethesda Support (@BethesdaSupport) July 9, 2023
Once we get an update on the servers, we’ll update the article to reflect it accordingly. If you’re on other platforms beside the PS4, PS5, and it’s also down for you, leave a comment below and let us know.
For those on consoles, you can check out the latest update released last June 20 here. If you haven’t played the latest expansion, Necrom, go read our review where we state, “Dive in expecting a content update that pushes for quality in continuity, and you will be pleased with the time you will spend exploring libraries and taking out tentacular creatures.”
It looks like the Destiny 2 servers are down and having issues this July 8 with players seeing “Weasel” and “Guitar” errors on all platforms. Check out all the developments about it below.
Same as always, once there’s new developments about it, we’ll be sure to let our readers know and update the article. Keep refreshing the article, as we’ll be updating it all throughout the downtime.
Just a few days ago, 2K announced not only announced the release date of NBA 2K24, but also the confirmation that players will, for the first time, be able to utilize crossplay — at least on the current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X|S). For those planning to pick up the NBA 2K24 PC version, that’s not the only bad news we have for you.
While most modern gaming PCs have no problems running the latest version of any game, for some reason, 2K has made it so that the PC version of NBA 2K24 will be based on last-gen! Yes, this means that PC players are not only excluded from crossplay, but they’re also going to be playing a game based on the PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch versions. If you’re not aware of sports games, the current-gen versions offer more than just better graphics, as the changes affect gameplay and in most cases, the current-gen versions offer more features.
Case in point: this year’s NBA 2K24 on current-gen (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) will feature “ProPLAY,” which won’t be available in the last-gen versions (and PC).
Here’s what ProPLAY is according to the press release sent by 2K
NBA 2K24 will introduce ProPLAY – a groundbreaking newtechnology that directly translates NBA footage into NBA 2K24 gameplay. ProPLAY delivers animationsand movements via on-court NBA action for a generational leap in authenticity on PS5 and Xbox SeriesX|S. More details on Mamba Moments and ProPLAY will be released later this summer.
There is a super small upside to it, as the PC version will be priced the same as the last-gen versions, which means it’ll be available at launch at just $59.99 for the base edition, while the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are priced at $69.99.
Hopefully, this will be the last year the PC version gets the short end of the stick. I mean, who wouldn’t want to play the better version of any game, right? Especially if your hardware can handle it.
Developer miHoYo announced the Honkai: Star Rail next update, and it’s for version 1.2, and is out on July 19. This brings three new characters to the roster alongside new events, gameplay improvements and more.
Check out the announcement trailer for it released today:
Details of the upcoming update straight from the press release:
In Version 1.2, as Dan Heng finally reunites with the Astral Express Crew, the team will witness Xianzhou Luofu drowning in a setback that threatens the fate of the whole Alliance. The Trailblazers will need to overcome a number of obstacles and explore two new areas — the Alchemy Commission and Scalegorge Waterscape, where decisive battles await. Players will reach the core of the Stellaron disaster and discover hidden truths buried in this gigantic Silkpunk flagship.
Meanwhile, Blade, a mysterious Stellaron Hunter, is set to join the roster of playable characters, and Trailblazers will find out more about his backstory as things unfold. Due to unforeseen events, Blade was bestowed with eternal life, enabling his body to heal from grave illnesses and injuries, and the bandages he wears serve a purpose beyond mere aesthetics. During combats, as a five-star Wind-Type character who follows the Path of Destruction, Blade secures himself a competitive edge by sacrificing his own HP to deal amplified damage to enemies and gain the upper.
In addition to Blade, another highly anticipated member from Stellaron Hunters will make her long-awaited debut on the playable roster. Kafka entered the world on Pteruges-V, a planet where the concept of fear was foreign to its citizens. As a result, she was incapable of experiencing the emotion of fear, leaving her unable to grasp the significance of life. As a five star Lightning-Type character following the Path of Nihility, Kafka showcases her strength by dealing additional damage over time to enemies. Her Skill inflicts Lightning damage to multiple targets. If an enemy is already afflicted with Damage over Time, they will receive additional damage both during their turn and after Kafka’s attack. Her Ultimate, on the other hand, deals Lightning damage to all enemies, with a chance of Shocking targets and immediately dealing additional damage to those already Shocked.
Following his initial introduction at the mid-year Summer Game Fest in June 2023, Luka the Belobog-born-and-bred hero will soon make his way into the game, becoming available for players to recruit. As a valued member of Wildfire and apprentice to Oleg, Luka combines his strength with an optimistic and carefree spirit to safeguard the inhabitants of the Underworld. As a four-star Physical-Type character following the Path of Nihility, his Skill deals Physical damage to a single target and has a chance of inflicting Bleed. During battles, Luka can also enhance his basic attack after landing multiple hits. His Ultimate, in addition to dealing damage, of course, also grants “Fighting Will,” which may increase the damage the target receives for a set number of turns.
Abundant new events will be available to enhance the intergalactic journey as well, including “Tales of the Fantastic,” where Starskiff Haven’s storyteller — Mr. Xiyan — is interested in the Astral Express’s tale and is eager to work his storytelling magic. Another event, the “Underground Treasure Hunt,” offers a relic-seeking challenge featuring a special themed Chat Box reward. Version 1.2 also unveils a new segment, “The Voyage of Navis Astriger,” in the Forgotten Hall, where Trailblazers can secure the 4-star character Yukong by conquering Stage 1. Besides, the Simulated Universe also receives an update with the World 7 and never-seen-before Ornaments as prizes
Once the update is out, we’ll be sure to let our readers know. Don’t forget, a PlayStation version is coming later this Q4.
Today is Day 10 of the Steam Summer Sale! With plenty of discounted games to choose from, it can be a bit tough to find out which ones are worth your wallet, but don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! Here are the Steam Summer Sale 2023 Day 10 games for July 8!
Steam Summer Sale 2023 Day 10 Featured Games List for July 8:
EA has officially revealed the next installment in the EA Sports UFC franchise, and it’s simply titled “UFC 5” or “EA UFC 5.” While we have the game’s name, the fact that it was in development isn’t anything new, as EA themselves confirmed it back in March.
Check out the official announcement of EA UFC 5 below.
EA has also opened up the sign ups for the game’s newsletter here. No other details were shared, but chances are, we’ll get a revamped and up to date roster, new fighting game mechanics, improved visuals and more.
Hopefully, UFC 5’s post-release support will be as good as UFC 4. Speaking of which, EA released three new fighters for free for the sports sim earlier this week, which you can read about here.
Once we know more about the game, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
The Diablo 4 update hotfix 2 for patch 1.0.4 which was released yesterday is now out on all platforms. This is the second server-side patch released today, and this fixes the issue of Uber Unique items dropping at a higher rate from Helltide Chests. Check out what’s new in the Diablo 4 update patch notes for July 7 (July 8 for those outside the US).
Diablo 4 Update Hotfix 2 Patch Notes | New Diablo 4 Update for July 7 Patch Notes:
HOTFIX 2 – JULY 7, 2023 – 1.0.4
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where Uber Unique items had an unintended higher chance to drop from Helltide Chests.
Developer Note: With the above change, we have re-enabled Uber Unique drops in Diablo IV. In total we have discovered that only 142 accounts obtained an Uber Unique between the launch of 1.0.4 and when we disabled Uber Unique items from the game on the evening of July 6th. We do not plan on removing these items from the accounts. In the future, we may need to take action to maintain fairness within the game when a bug or exploit impacts the gameplay of others.
Gameplay Changes
Helltide Chests will now have the chance to drop any Unique and not be restricted to specific item slot limitations from any chest.
Developer Note: With the above change players will now be able to find Unique items from ALL Helltide Chests. Uber Unique items also have a chance to be found from all chests.
Seemingly out of nowhere, the original Far Cry’s source code has been leaked online. The source code is currently posted on the Internet Archive, where it’s free to download for anyone interested in taking a look at how the nearly two decade-old game runs.
Duke Nukem modder and dataminer Vinícius Medeiros reported on the source code leak via Twitter:
Out of nowhere, the full source code of Far Cry 1 just dropped on the Internet Archive pic.twitter.com/agRMPHLT6o
— Vinícius Medeiros (@VinciusMedeiro6) June 30, 2023
Medeiros also shared the link to the source code in a reply to one of the comments on the tweet:
— Vinícius Medeiros (@VinciusMedeiro6) June 30, 2023
The original Far Cry game was released way back on March 23, 2004 as an open-ended first-person shooter, making use of studio Crytek’s own CryEngine software. As it’s been over 19 years since the game’s release, it likely contains code made with outdated practices and methods, though enthusiasts may find an interest in taking a look at that sort of thing.
We’ve had quite a few video game leaks in recent months. An unfinished build of the unpublished Duke Nukem 3D: Loaded, an alpha build of Horizon Forbidden West, and a Left 4 Dead alpha prototype have all been leaked since last December 2022. While the Far Cry source code leak won’t really amount to too much given that it’s an old title, we may get some interesting modded builds of the game in the future (Switch port, anyone?).
For those waiting on XDefiant’s release date to be revealed, well, you’ll have to keep on waiting, as Ubisoft has no announcements for it just yet other than it’s still on track for summer.
However, we have some bad news to share today, as Ubisoft has confirmed that XDefiant will launch first on current-gen platforms (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and PC. For last-gen (PS4, Xbox One), they are still on the table, though there’s no specific window for its launch just yet.
Here’s the recent announcement from the XDefiant devs:
A small update as we’re continuing to review feedback from the Open Session!
📅 Plan is still to launch later this summer.
🎮 Launch will be on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. We’re working on last-gen platforms for later.
👍 We’ll provide more updates as they’re available.
As you can see, the current release date is still for summer, though there’s no definite date for it yet. If we had to hazard a guess, it would be sometime in mid-August. Once we know more info about it, we’ll let our readers know.
Are you bummed by this news or should devs leave last-gen completely?
Square Enix’s latest AAA title, Final Fantasy 16, is well-received for many things, including its music and soundtrack. And while not all of the game’s songs are currently available just yet, five songs from the Final Fantasy 16 soundtrack have been made available on streaming platforms for players to listen to outside of the game.
The mini-album, titled “FINAL FANTASY XVI Original Soundtrack (Prelude),” contains the following songs: “Land of Eikons,” “The Lion and the Hare – The Nysa Defile,” “To Sail Forbidden Seas,” “My Lady,” and “Find the Flame.” Three of the five songs were composed by FF16’s lead music composer, Masayoshi Soken, with renowned FF franchise composer Nobuo Uematsu also working on “The Lion and the Hare – The Nysa Defile.” Both composers worked together on “Land of Eikons,” the title screen soundtrack for FF16.
While the album only contains five songs, they’re all fairly recognizable, most especially “Find the Flame,” which was used in trailers leading up to FF16’s launch. With full versions of the songs now available in good audio quality, fans of FF16 and the franchise as a whole will have a few more tracks to add to their playlists. You can find links to the album on all streaming platforms here, with the songs available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and more.
Interested in giving FF16 a spin? Read our review here.
Blizzard has released the Diablo 4 update for July 7, and this is called hotfix 1 for patch version 1.0.4, which was released yesterday. This includes Necromancer tweaks and more, which are listed in the official patch notes.
Update: Diablo IV hotfix 2 was also released this same day, and it touches on Helltide Chest drop rates! Read on for more info.
Diablo 4 Update for July 7 Patch Notes | Diablo 4 Hotfix 1 of Version 1.0.4 Patch Notes:
HOTFIX 1 – JULY 7, 2023 – 1.0.4
Class Changes
Necromancer
Enhanced Blood Lance now pierces up to a maximum of 10 enemies.
Aspect of Hungry Blood now fires up to a maximum of 3 Blood Lances per cast.
Developer Note: This is indeed a nerf to Blood Lance, but Blood Lance has been so good for Necromancers that it has been crashing the game! This is a temporary solve while the team reworks the way the Legendary Aspect will function, and we expect this change sometime in Season 1 or shortly after.
Gameplay Changes
The first Whisper Cache you acquire will now always grant a Nightmare Sigil.
Bug Fixes
Further stability improvements.
That’s about it. Once a new patch is released (be it server or client-side), we’ll be sure to let our readers know. Don’t forget, a massive patch is expected to drop this July 18 for Season 1.
Those who can’t log in to Apex Legends, it’s not just you, as multiple Apex Legends down reports have surfaced this July 7, and it’s affecting all platforms. Read on for the latest server status update and info about it.
Apex Legends Down Server Status for July 7:
Update: Respawn has announced that the server issues have been resolved.
The earlier issue preventing @PlayApex players from being able to enter matches has now been resolved.
We appreciate you sticking with us through this Friday fire drill. Have a great weekend, legends🧡
Same as always, once we know more about the server status, we’ll update the article with the latest developments. You can check the latest patch released for the game this June 28 right here.
Sonic co-creator Yuji Naka has been sentenced to 30 months in prison but will avoid it temporarily thanks to a four-year suspension of said sentence. Naka will also face an approximate $1.2 million fine for his insider trading charges.
Naka, who initially directed Balan Wonderworld before being removed from the project last year, was first arrested back in November 2022 (via FNN Prime Online) due to his involvement in an insider trading scheme involving two former Square Enix employees. Thanks to information provided to Naka, the former Sonic Team head purchased stock in Aiming, a Japanese game developer that was about to announce an upcoming Dragon Quest game. He was also arrested a second time in December 2022 due to another insider trading incident involving information regarding Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier. Last March, Naka pleaded guilty to the charges (via NHK), admitting that there was “no doubt” that he performed the insider trading activities he was charged for.
While a suspended prison sentence means he won’t be behind bars for now, his total fine of ¥173 million (approximately $1.2 million) will definitely serve as an alternative form of penalty.
Ubisoft has revealed the second episode of Assassin’s Creed Mirage dev behind the scenes. This includes new information about the story, new gameplay shots, concept arts, and the game’s official main menu.
This specific behind-the-scenes goes in-depth about Basim’s journey from a novice to becoming a Master Assassin in Assassin’s Creed Mirage.
From the developers:
In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, you are Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. After an act of deadly retribution, Basim flees Baghdad and joins an ancient organization – The Hidden Ones. As he learns their mysterious rituals and powerful tenets, he will hone his unique abilities, discover his true nature, and come to understand a new Creed – one that will change his fate in ways he never could have imagined.
The first Assassin’s Creed Mirage behind-the-scenes episode was revealed earlier last month. Ubisoft promises that there is a third and final dev video that will detail the reconstruction of 9th-century Baghdad coming soon.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage comes out October 12, 2023 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC.
Today is Day 9 of the Steam Summer Sale! With plenty of discounted games to choose from, it can be a bit tough to find out which ones are worth your wallet, but don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! Here are the Steam Summer Sale 2023 Day 9 games for July 7!
Steam Summer Sale 2023 Day 9 Featured Games List for July 7:
Destiny’s Trials of Osiris weekly PvP mode has been refreshed this Friday with a new map and rewards. If you’re wondering what the new map or Adept reward is, look no further: MP1st’s new Destiny 2Trials of Osiris rewards and map this week July 7, 2023post lists down all that information in detail below.
Update: Trials of Osiris’ map is Midtown this week (until July 11) with The Immortal (SMG) as the Adept Reward.
New Destiny 2 Trials of Osiris Rewards This Week July 7, 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.
Destiny‘s iconic Xur is back once again this Friday with a fresh selection of Exotics, Engrams, and Legendary gear on sale. If you’re wondering where to find him or what he’s selling, here you go: MP1st’s new Destiny 2 Xur location today, July 7, 2023 post lists down his new location and inventory until the next Weekly Reset.
Update: Xur’s at the Tower Hangar on Earth behind Dead Orbit and is carrying Coldheart, Wormhusk Crown, Stronghold, and Wings of Sacred Dawn.
New Destiny 2 Xur Location Today July 7, 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 curious vendor who randomly appears in a Public Sector on one of the Worlds. Xûr sells Exotic equipment (as well as Engrams and Legendary equipment), only accepting 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 comes back 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.
Visual Concepts has released LEGO 2K Drive update 1.08 (PS5 version 1.008) that brings a multitude of improvements and bug fixes. Read on for the LEGO 2K Drive patch notes for July 7 below.
After unveiling the first look at the NBA 2K24 Cover Athlete, 2K has revealed the NBA2K24 release date is set for September 8 on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch and PC! In addition to that, the pricing, covert art, and bonuses for the NBA 2K24 different editions have also been outlined
NBA 2K24 will also be the first-ever game in the franchise to feature full crossplay between Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Check out the crossplay trailer right here:
NBA 2K24 – Kobe Bryant Edition (Standard Edition)
TheKobe Bryant Editionwill be available for $59.99 on PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. It will cost $69.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
NBA 2K24 – WNBA Edition
Players in the U.S. and Canada can also purchase a limited version of theWNBA Editionas a GameStop exclusive for $69.99 on Xbox Series X|S and PS5. It features WNBA All–Star, NCAA all–time triple–doubles leader and New York Liberty guard, Sabrina Ionescu, as this year’s cover star.
NBA 2K24 – Black Mamba Edition
TheBlack Mamba Editionwill be available for $99.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. It will grant player cross-gen access to newer/older generations of the same platform.
The Black Mamba Edition includes:
100K Virtual Currency
15K MyTEAM Points
An all–new 2K24 Option Pack Box
One 10–pack Box MyTEAM Promo Packs
Kobe Bryant Cover Star Sapphire Card (24era)
1 Diamond Shoe
1 Ruby Coach
Two 2–hour Double XP Coin
10 x 6 types of MyCAREER Skill Boosts
10 x 3 types of Gatorade Boosts
4xMyCAREER T–Shirts, Backpack, Electric Skateboard,and Arm Sleeves
NBA 2K24 – 25th Anniversary Edition
The limited availability 25th Anniversary Edition will be available through September 10, 2023 for $149.99 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. It will grant player cross-gen access to newer/older generations of the same platform.
The 25th Anniversary Edition includes:
12–month subscription to NBA LeaguePass
Summer League Pre–Order Bonus
100K Virtual Currency
50K MyTEAM Points
Ruby Cover Star Kobe Bryant “Rookie Card”
All–new 2K24 Option Pack Box
One 10–pack Box MyTEAM Promo Packs
aKobe Bryant Cover Star Sapphire Card (24 era)
1 Diamond Shoe
1 Ruby Coach
Two new 2–hour Double XP Coin
15x6 types of MyCAREER Skill Boosts
15×3 types of Gatorade Boosts
4x MyCAREERT–Shirts, Backpack, Electric Skateboard, and Arm Sleeves
A new Black MambaMyPLAYER Capsule featuring a Black Arm Sleeve, Purple Oversized T–Shirt, a Yellow T-shirt
Kobe Player Panel
NBA 2K24 release date is out September 8, 2023 across Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Nacon and KT Racing will unveil the first “gameplay images” for Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown at the TDU Connect happening later this month.
TDU Connect will stream on July 12, and will be a 30-minute showcase featuring unforgettable gameplay images from Solar Crown and some “real surprises” with Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown Creative Director Alain Jarniou.
Watch the invitation to the event from Vivian Hughes here:
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown will feature a 1:1 scale recreation of Hong Kong Island where players can take part in an extraordinary competition called the Solar Crown which is organized by the influential in-game company, Radiant. Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown will include exceptional racing cars from brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Koenigsegg, Dodge, Apollo, and more. Players are free to explore the island’s varied environments or take part in the most popular races in Hong Kong Island.
Beyond cars, you can customize your lifestyle in other ways including choosing your clans, being Sharp or Street, dressing to impress, and standing out in the crowd to defend your clan. Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown retains the DNA of its predecessor while bringing an updated vision of the multiplayer racing game by offering luxury, exceptional cars, and competition.
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown experience on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC sometime next year. TDU Connect takes place on July 12 at 7 PM CEST / 1 PM ET / 1 AM HKT on Nacon’s YouTube channel.
