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WWE 2K23 Features List, Different Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses and Screenshots Slam Out

  by   Alex Co  
January 23, 2023 8:09 am in News

Following the release date announcement for WWE 2K23, 2K has also revealed the WWE 2K23 features list, different editions available at launch, the pre-order bonuses and even new screenshots! Check out the details below straight from 2K.

WWE 2K23 Features List:

2K Showcase Starring John Cena: Conquering John Cena in the ring is an accolade few Superstars can claim. In an unprecedented twist on the 2K Showcase, players will step into the boots of several of Cena’s toughest competitors with one goal in mind: defeat the man who will “Never Give Up.” Spanning his 20–year WWE career and narrated by Cena himself, this interactive sports entertainment documentary uses 2K’s unique Slingshot Tech for a seamless transition from gameplay to live–action footage to bring pivotal moments in each match to life;

WarGames: The fan–favorite, chaotic and action–packed WarGames makes its debut in WWE 2K23 and delivers heart–pounding 3v3 and 4v4 single player or multiplayer mayhem inside two side–by–side rings, surrounded by a double–steel cage;

MyGM: Now featuring more GMs to choose from – or a player’s own custom GM creation – as well as additional show options, multiple seasons, expanded match cards, and more match types for up to four players. Players draft a roster, manage budgets, sign free agents, choose various match types, arena locations, production elements and more, with the goal of beating a rival GM in weekly ratings battles;

MyFACTION: Now featuring online multiplayer action, the team–building mode in which players collect, manage, and upgrade an array of WWE Superstars and Legends to create their ultimate four–person factions returns. Players can now take their faction online and compete for global dominance, or compete in Weekly Towers and Faction Wars, while new themed card packs and goals roll out regularly throughout the year**;
 
MyRISE: Aspiring Superstars walk through the curtain for their WWE debut in MyRISE and shape their career with the decisions made along the way. Featuring distinct men’s and women’s division storylines and the ability to import custom created Superstars, players journey from the humble beginnings of a Rookie, to being immortalized as a WWE Legend;

Universe: The ultimate WWE Universe sandbox that puts players in charge of their own version of WWE, from Superstar rosters, feuds, champions, weekly shows, and Premium Live Events! Updates to Universe include a reworked story system and more;

Creation Suite: A signature feature of the WWE 2K franchise, the creation suite returns with cross–platform community creations, including the ability to design custom Superstars, GMs, arenas, entrances, move sets, championships and more. Custom arenas are now playable online, and advanced customization has been added to created entrances.
 

WWE 2K23 Different Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses:

WWE 2K23 features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, Cross–Gen, Deluxe Edition, and Icon Edition:
  • Standard Edition will be available for $59.99 on previous–gen platforms (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and PC and for $69.99 on current–gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S) in both physical and digital formats;
  • Cross–Gen edition will be available digitally for $69.99 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The Cross–Gen edition includes the Standard Edition across previous and current–gen platforms within the same console family and the same PlayStation or Xbox account***;
  • Deluxe Edition will be available for $99.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One in both physical and digital formats, and on PC in digital format. The Deluxe Edition includes the Standard Edition, Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, plus a Season Pass to all five post–launch DLC content packs****; the MyRISE Mega–Boost and SuperCharger; Ruby John Cena MyFACTION Evo Card, Gold Edge MyFACTION Card, Emerald Bianca Belair MyFACTION Card, Gold Asuka MyFACTION Card, and three Basic Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Deluxe Edition will be available from March 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard and Cross–Gen
    Editions!*****;
  • Icon Edition will be available for $119.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, featuring original cover art by renowned WWE–inspired artist Rob Schamberger. In addition to the Standard Edition and all bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition, the Icon Edition includes the Ruthless Aggression Pack, celebrating 20 years of John Cena’s WWE career by featuring John Cena’s early “Prototype” character, as well as “Leviathan” Batista, developmental rookie versions of Brock Lesnar and Randy Orton, the John Cena Legacy Championship and WrestleMania 22 Arena. Additional bonus content includes an Emerald Paul Heyma MyFACTION Manager Card, and three Deluxe Premium Launch MyFACTION Card Packs. The Icon Edition will be available from March 14, 2023 – three days ahead of Standard and Cross–
    Gen Editions!*****;
Bad Bunny Bonus Pack Pre–Order Offer: Players who pre–ordered the Standard Edition and Cross–Gen Digital Bundle will receive the Bad Bunny Bonus Pack, which includes Bad Bunny as a playable character, as well as a Ruby tier Bad Bunny MyFACTION card.* The Bad Bunny Bonus Pack is included in the Deluxe Edition and Icon Edition at launch.
 
Lastly, we also have a slew of screenshots showcasing the game’s graphics as well:
 
 
WWE 2K23 is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for more WWE 2K23 content hitting the site soon.
 
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WWE 2K23 Release Date Set for March 17, Features John Cena as Cover Athlete

  by   Carlos Perez  
8:02 am in News

2K just announced WWE 2K23 release date, and the latest entry in the WWE 2K wrestling game series is set to launch on March 17 this year, with early access on March 14 for those who purchase the Deluxe and Icon editions of the game. All editions of WWE 2K23 will feature iconic wrestler and actor John Cena on the cover.

WWE 2K23 Release Date, Early Access Info:

Release Date: March 17 on all platforms, with early access on March 14.

A live-action trailer was released alongside the announcement of WWE 2K23. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vG2p-eSXxA

2K23 introduces quite a few new additions to the franchise. WarGames, a popular WWE event involving wrestlers duking it out in a steel cage, will be added to the game. It’ll also feature a “unique new take on the 2K Showcase,” which involves players taking on John Cena as his various competitors, with Cena himself narrating throughout. The Showcase will use what 2K calls “Slingshot Tech” to seamlessly transition between gameplay and live-action footage.

There are also various other new features to the game, such as additional GMs in MyGM, online multiplayer in MyFACTION, and further support for its Creation Suite. With the game only a couple of months away before its release, fans of the franchise won’t have to wait long before they get to see The Champ.

In development at 2K studio Visual Concepts, WWE 2K23 is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for more WWE2 2K23 coverage here on MP1st in the coming days. 

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Apex Legends 1.000.029 Patch Preload Released for Jan. 24 Install (Update)

  by   Alex Co  
7:21 am in News

Those on PlayStation platforms, the Apex Legends 1.000.029 patch preload is live, and this is the data for the Celestial Sunrise Collection Event set to launch tomorrow, January 24. Players should be able to download the patch, but won’t be able to install it until tomorrow.

Apex Legends 1.000.029 Preload Patch Notes:

Size: 9.4GB

Schedule: January 24 to February 7

Update: Respawn has revealed the patch notes for the update:

The actual patch notes haven’t been released by Respawn just yet, but we do know what’s incoming in terms of new content.

●  Hardcore Royale LTM – The latest limited-time mode gives players a chance to show themselves as a Legend among Legends, with limited HUD, a ring that starts at max damage, no EVO Armor or helmets, no armor swapping and, above all, no mercy.

●  Event Items – Players can see themselves in a whole new light with the chance to unlock 24 limited-time cosmetics, including Legendary skins for Octane, Pathfinder, Caustic, Ash and more. Additional items can be earned with the event’s rewards track, and players who unlock all 24 cosmetics before the event is over will receive “Jadeite Retribution”, a new Reactive Peacekeeper Skin.

Chances are, the official patch notes for the event will be revealed later today or tomorrow, and once we have them, we’ll update the article. For the scheduled store refresh items, head on over here.

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Apex Legends 2.15 Patch Preload Out for January 24 Install Date (Update)

  by   Alex Co  
7:17 am in News

Those on PlayStation platforms, the Apex Legends 2.15 patch preload is live, and this is the data for the Celestial Sunrise Collection Event set to launch tomorrow, January 24. Players should be able to download the patch, but won’t be able to install it until tomorrow.

Apex Legends 2.15 Preload Patch Notes:

Update: Respawn has revealed the patch notes for the update:

The actual patch notes haven’t been released by Respawn just yet, but we do know what’s incoming in terms of new content.

Size: 9.4GB

Schedule: January 24 to February 7

●  Hardcore Royale LTM – The latest limited-time mode gives players a chance to show themselves as a Legend among Legends, with limited HUD, a ring that starts at max damage, no EVO Armor or helmets, no armor swapping and, above all, no mercy.

●  Event Items – Players can see themselves in a whole new light with the chance to unlock 24 limited-time cosmetics, including Legendary skins for Octane, Pathfinder, Caustic, Ash and more. Additional items can be earned with the event’s rewards track, and players who unlock all 24 cosmetics before the event is over will receive “Jadeite Retribution”, a new Reactive Peacekeeper Skin.

Chances are, the official patch notes for the event will be revealed later today or tomorrow, and once we have them, we’ll update the article. For the scheduled store refresh items, head on over here.

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FIFA 23 Update 1.09 Strikes Out For Title Update 6.1 This January 23

  by   Damien Seeto  
4:19 am in News

EA Sports has released FIFA 23 update 1.09 today for PS4 and Xbox One. This update comes with several gameplay improvements. Check out the FIFA 23 January 23 patch notes below.

FIFA 23 Update 1.09 Patch Notes | FIFA 23 Title Update 6.1 Patch Notes | FIFA 23 January 23 Patch Notes:

For the next-gen (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) patch notes, head on over here.

FIFA Ultimate Team

Made the following change:

  • Added a View Help button callout to the FUT Main Menu, Transfer Market Menu, Match Pause Screen, and when entry into FUT isn’t possible.
    • The View Help button callout displays a short message and a QR code that leads to EA Help pages related to the game area players scan it from.
    • This button callout will be activated through a Server Release in the near future.
  • Added a Profile Tab to the Player Details view for some types of Player Items.

Addressed the following issues:

  • The radar could sometimes disappear during matches.

Gameplay

Made the following changes:

  • When playing against a team using Constant Pressure, your AI teammates will attempt to more actively provide shorter passing options.
  • When a CPU controlled defending player applies Constant Pressure to the ball carrier but does not win the ball back, they can take longer to track back.
    • This has no impact on human controlled players.
  • Decreased Stamina Decay by 11.7% for Constant Pressure, Press After Possession Loss, and Press On Heavy Touch Defensive Custom Tactics.
  • In some cases, ball carriers are now more likely to maintain possession of the ball when pressured from behind by a defender.

Addressed the following issues:

  • When chasing Lofted Through Passes, defenders could incorrectly slow down at times.
  • Addressed further instances of the ball unintentionally falling back to the attacking player after a defender makes a tackle.
  • During kick offs, teams with a high defensive line could push up too closely to the center of the pitch.
  • In some cases, using Player Lock when playing with customized controls could result in unwanted requests being performed.
  • When locking to a player without the ball, the CPU ball carrier could perform unwanted Skill Moves or passes.
  • Addressed instances of some animations not playing correctly when there is physical contact between two players.
  • In some cases, a quick free kick could not be taken and transitioned to a traditional free kick.
  • Sometimes, a Semi-Assisted Through Pass could incorrectly be hit out of play.
  • Removed heading animations that could unnecessarily occur when a player was requested to perform a header but was not in contention for the ball.
  • In some specific situations, the CPU AI could not win the ball back if the human controlled player was shielding the ball.
  • Further addressed instances of ball carriers running over the ball when making a dribble.
  • In some cases, CPU AI goalkeepers could perform an unintentionally poor pass from a goal kick.
  • In rare situations, after receiving a pass, the ball carrier could have become momentarily unresponsive.
  • Improved referee logic when making foul decisions in situations where the offending player quickly moved away from the ball carrier.
  • Improved referee logic when making foul decisions regarding slide tackles.

FIFA World Cup™

Addressed the following issues:

  • Sometimes, in the FIFA World Cup™ Live Your World Cup mode, unplayed matches incorrectly had match results.
  • Sometimes, in the FIFA World Cup™ Live Your World Cup mode, starting lineups were incorrect.
  • Replaced the Play New Final option with a Restart Final option following the conclusion of a Featured Quickplay Grand Final match.
  • An incorrect ball could be used in some matches.

General, Audio, and Visual

Made the following change:

  • Updated some, balls, UI elements, custom managers, starheads, kits, tattoos, boots, gloves, facial hair, badges, stadiums, pitch trophies, VIP Areas, mascots, TIFOs, stadium themes, Skill Move descriptions, and ad boards.

Addressed the following issues:

  • [PC Only] Addressed some instances of EA anticheat not installing or updating correctly.
  • [Xbox Series S Only] Made improvements to the visual fidelity in certain situations.
  • In some cases, in Kick Off, custom controller settings could reset to default.
  • Known issue under investigation on the EASF Tracker: If Playtime Match Limits are set and reached, the message delivering this information could not be closed.
    • Workaround: Close and restart FIFA 23.

Pro Clubs x VOLTA FOOTBALL

Addressed the following issue:

  • A stability issue could have occurred when entering Pro Clubs.

Source: FIFA Trello Board

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FIFA 23 Update 1.000.009 Kicks Out For Patch Number 6.1 This January 23

  by   Damien Seeto  
4:14 am in News

EA Sports has released FIFA 23 update 1.000.009 today for next-gen platforms and PC. This addresses a minor issue with Pro Clubs x VOLTA FOOTBALL. Check out the FIFA 23 January 23 patch notes below.

FIFA 23 Update 1.000.009 Patch Notes | FIFA 23 January 23 Patch Notes:

For the patch notes for last-gen (PS4, Xbox One, PC), which includes changes from patch 6.0 according to EA, head on over here.

Pro Clubs x VOLTA FOOTBALL

Addressed the following issue:

  • A stability issue could have occurred when entering Pro Clubs.

Thanks to those who’ve provided feedback. Throughout the course of the FIFA 23 season, we’ll provide you with more information and updates if and when they become available. Be sure to follow EAFIFADIRECT on Twitter and the EASF Tracker for the latest updates.

That’s it for the patch notes. You can click here to see the changes that were made in the previous update title 6 patch. 

FIFA 23 is out now for the PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One platforms. 

Source: FIFA Trello Board 

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Monster Hunter Rise Update 10.000.002 Slices Out This January 22

  by   Alex Co  
January 22, 2023 4:20 pm in News

Capcom has released Monster Hunter Rise update 10.000.002, and this seems to be for current-gen platforms (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) only — at least from what we checked. This is a relatively small download, so don’t expect anything major, as this mostly houses fixes and not new content. Check out what’s new in the MH Rise January 22 patch notes.

Monster Hunter Rise Update 10.000.002 Patch Notes | MH Rise January 22 Patch Notes:

So far, Capcom has not acknowledged the patch’s release just yet, with the only thing announced today being the following:

Hopefully, that will change throughout the day. We’re on the lookout on the changes made and whether this will be released on last-gen platforms as well. If you spot any changes, leave a comment below and let us know what you find.

We’ll update the article with whatever we find, so refresh it from time to time.

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Modern Warfare 2 Hardcore Mode Incoming in Season 2

  by   Alex Co  
3:25 pm in News

If you’ve been wondering where hardcore mode is in the latest Call of Duty game, you’re not the only one. Thankfully, that’s about to change next month, as Modern Warfare 2 Hardcore mode has been confirmed to be included in Season 2 by Infinity Ward!

This was announced by the studio today over on Twitter:

As you can see, a blog post for Season 2’s multiplayer new additions are being pushed out this coming week! Chances are, we’ll also hear about the Season 2 new map, new weapons and more!

Set to launch on February 15, Season 2 for both Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 will also feature Ranked Play for multiplayer, a new smaller map for Warzone 2, DMZ new additions and more! We got the tease for it last week, but prepare for a deluge of info set to drop this coming week.

For those not familiar with how Hardcore mode works in multiplayer shooters, it’s a more “realistic” take on gunfights, as it usually means that 1-2 bullets will be enough to down an enemy. Not only that, but the HUD and UI are also taken out to make the game slower and a bit more tactical.

Once we know more info about Hardcore mode and whatever stuff is being prepped for Season 2, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.

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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Main Menu Concept Looks Like the Real Deal in Motion

  by   Alex Co  
2:21 pm in News

While we’re still quite far off from Insomniac Games’ Spider-Man sequel, one content creator has taken it upon themselves to whip up a Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 main menu concept mock up, and it looks damn impressive!

Created by YouTuber ItIsSpid, the start up screen to the main menu looks like it’s the real deal, and we even see the game’s (mock up) options and save slots. This is one impressive piece of work, which you can see below.

The content creator states that they modded Marvel’s Spider-Man for this one, which doesn’t diminish its awesomeness.

After the tremendous support on the last title screen / main menu concept for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, I made a MUCH SUPERIOR version using mods in Spider-Man PC!

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is the next game in PlayStation’s critically acclaimed Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise. Developed by Insomniac Games in collaboration with Marvel Games and PlayStation for the PS5 console.
I hope you enjoy my concept of the main menu of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 / Spider-Man PS5. Remember, nothing official here, it is only a concept.

While Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 still doesn’t have a set release date just yet, it’s currently scheduled to swing its way out in “Fall 2023” on the PS5.

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343 Reaffirms Commitment to Halo Franchise, Will Continue to Develop Halo Games Now and “in the Future”

  by   Alex Co  
10:13 am in News

With layoffs affecting at Microsoft affecting 343 Industries and a new rumor stating that the studio has canned development on Halo Infinite’s campaign DLCs, it seems the studio’s boss felt a statement was needed to assuage fan concerns.

Over on Twitter, Pierre Hintze, studio head of 343 Industries posted a message confirming the studio’s commitment and involvement in the Halo franchise.

Halo and Master Chief are here to stay.

343 Industries will continue to develop Halo now and in the future, including epic stories, multiplayer, and more of what makes Halo great.

Pierre Hintze

Studio Head

Mind, this doesn’t confirm or deny the Halo Infinite campaign DLC rumors, nor does it state that anything new is being development. Let’s hope that whatever 343 has planned for the franchise, it’ll be better received than Halo Infinite.

Would you want 343 to continue making Halo games or should another studio take a stab at it? Sound off in the comments.

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Battlefield 2042 Season 4 to Be Called “Eleventh Hour,” Unreleased Specialist Details Revealed

  by   Alex Co  
January 21, 2023 4:45 pm in News

While Battlefield 2042 players have update 3.2 to look forward to this month, the next major update for the game has already been confirmed to be Season 4. DICE hasn’t talked about it yet, which is understandable, but we at least now know that Battlefield 2042 Season 4 will be called “Eleventh Hour.”

This was leaked by reliable Battlefield dataminer temporyal who also datamined an unreleased BF2042 Specialist that will never see the light of day given the class rework that’s about to be implemented.

The unreleased Battlefield 2042 Specialist was named “Hale,” and had a drone as one of their abilities.

Note that same with any datamined info, none of these are confirmed, so take it with a grain of salt. If BF2042 Season 4 isn’t titled Eleventh Hour, don’t blame us. That said, temporyal has been very accurate with these datamines. Chances are, DICE will be talking about Season 4 soon once update 3.2 is out.

For more on the upcoming class rework, head on over here There’s also the first episode of “Inside Battlefield” airing this Monday, so stay tuned for that info drop.

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Tchia Hands-On Preview – A Tropical Paradise

  by   James Lara  
2:24 pm in Features

Studio Awaceb is set to deliver an incredible experience with its first title, Tchia. Before its release, MP1st was given a chance to get some time in with an early build. Read on for our hands-on impressions to find out exactly how it’s shaping up. 

Putting the Soul in Exploration

At the heart of Tchia is ” soul-jumping;” a mechanic that allows you to hop into nearly any object and animal life within the open world. See that bird soaring in the sky? Or how about that sea turtle deep below the water? None of those are near you? Well, how about that rock? Or that coconut high in the tree? You could even take control of lanterns, a piece of wood, and other inanimate objects. 

Everything is physics-driven too. When you soul jump into a heavy object like a boulder, you’ll feel clunky and slow, with rigid movement due to the shape. Compared to a coconut, where they’re generally well-rounded, it made moving around in the environment feel smoother, especially when going downhill. Other objects also feel lighter or heavier than others, so when they fall through the air or into the sea, they’ll react differently due to their weight or type of material.

This created some rather unique opportunities in the open world, as while traversing is in the veins of Breath of the Wild, in that you are free to go wherever you want, the physics reminded me more of Half-life, in that there is a lot of freedom in what you can do in your surroundings. It’s not as crazy as Half-life, mind you, it’s just more of an indicator of how much focus has been put into the physics. 

There is also another mechanic known as soul throw. Soul throw allows you to exit an object that you soul jumped in order to slingshot it. While that may not seem helpful initially, the beauty of soul throw is that you can immediately soul jump into that thrown object, allowing you to easily travel across the map at a steady pace. 

I was having an absolute blast with these two mechanics, so much so that I forgot about the main quest because I was having too much fun exploring the island and finding things to play with. 

The only aspect of the soul jump that I wasn’t too fond of was that it ran off a meter. I can understand why, as the studio probably wouldn’t want people to stick with playing as a bird the whole time. But for the inanimate objects, it should have had an unlimited amount of possession time since those objects are stationary anyway. I found myself waiting for the brief seconds for the meter to refill to hop back into a rock, which broke the flow a bit. I’m sure we can upgrade it, so it’s not that big of a complaint. 

Luckily, there are some things to counter that wait, as the character has a glider and a sailboat, with objects in the environment, such as a tree, functioning as a catapult. So while the soul jump does have its limitation, everything else around it felt it catered to make traversing a breeze. That made me want to explore since it was easy to go where I wanted and, if needed, to go back on track with the main quest. 

Of course, when you aren’t goofing around with the game’s physics, you’ll likely be off exploring the many gorgeous locations scattered across the islands. High mountain tops, beautiful sandy beaches, coral-filled oceans, and lush green jungles. The world of Tchia is filled with variety, making it feel like an extraordinary place. There are collectibles and fun mini-games all over should you want to do some side activities. 

One of my favorites so far is playing the ukulele. I may not be able to keep up with the notes sometimes (there’s an auto-play option too!) but hearing the soothing music performed always put me in a pleasantly relaxing mood. If you got the feeling of this being a “chilled” game from the trailers, well you’ll be glad to know it is. 

That’s probably how I would describe my time with Tchia so far, a relaxing adventure that wants you to go at your own pace, with some of the most welcoming islanders you’ll ever meet in a video game. If studio Awaceb wanted me to leave feeling wholesome from my time playing, I’ll say they’ve done just that and more.

Closing Thoughts

Every year there is always a standout indie game that I heavily look forward to, and based on my hands-on experience with Tchia, I think it’s that title. From a gameplay perspective, Tchia knocks it out. It’s fun and charming, and frankly, feels like a breath of fresh air. I look forward to revisiting the full world that the New Caledonia inspired adventure has to offer this Summer, and hopefully we’ll be seeing you there too. 

MP1st was given access to a preview build of Tchia for our hands-on session. Tchia is set to release in Spring 2023 for PC, PS4, PS5.

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Kingdom Under Fire: A War of Heroes Is Under Fire After User Discovers Hidden Background Blockchain App

  by   Carlos Perez  
1:07 pm in News

A recent Early Access game on Steam has gotten some degree of attention, but it’s not for the reasons you think. An old RPG/RTS title is currently available for free on the platform, but it apparently contains blockchain software bundled with the game.

The title in question is Kingdom Under Fire: A War of Heroes; a Korean game that was released way back in 2001. The store page claims that the game will receive a graphical update, hence the Early Access. It was released last December, though it’s only recently garnered more attention.

Here’s what the blockchain app, named Locus Game Chain, looks like:

There are a couple of things worth noting here. Firstly, the Steam Store page has no mention of the blockchain technology used in this version of the game. Secondly, Steam does not allow blockchain games on the platform. Here’s the last item under a list of “What you shouldn’t publish on Steam” found via Steamworks documentation:

Applications built on blockchain technology that issue or allow exchange of cryptocurrencies or NFTs.

According to discussions in the Twitter thread, it is possible to close the blockchain app and keep the game running, though it’d likely be more hassle than it’s worth. We’ll let you know of any developments surrounding this whole ordeal when we get them.

If you want to report the game’s shady blockchain wrongdoings, you can report it via it’s official Steam page.

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Obsidian Entertainment CEO on Possible Fallout Game: “I Would Love to Make Another”

  by   Carlos Perez  
12:40 pm in News

The Fallout games have had their highs and lows, and Obsidian Entertainment’s Fallout: New Vegas is one that fans of the franchise fairly enjoy. Unfortunately for the hopefuls out there, Obsidian Entertainment CEO Feargus Urquhart confirmed that the studio is not working on a Fallout sequel, though he did express an interest in making one before his retirement.

The clarification was made in an interview with the game studio founder, who also talked about the highs and lows of his professional career. Toward the end of the interview, Urquhart was asked to comment on a “hypothetical new Fallout from Obsidian.” His response was as follows:

We’re not working on it right now, our plate is pretty full with Avowed, Grounded and Outer Worlds 2. I don’t know when we’re going to start talking about new games, maybe towards the end of next year [conversation took place before Christmas 2022 – ed. note]. We just have to see what’s going on. That’s the best way to say it. There’s nothing in the plans, nothing on the piece of paper that says that.

Urquhart did end on a high note in the interview, however, citing that he is interested in working on another Fallout title before his retirement. 

I would love to make another Fallout before I retire. I don’t know when that is, I don’t have a date of my retirement. It’s funny – you can say I’m already 52, or only 52. It’s one of those two, depending on the day. My hope is that’ll happen, but we’ll have to wait and see.

As Obsidian is currently busy with multiple titles, Urquhart reveals that the studio just doesn’t have the capability to work on a sequel at the moment. To put things into perspective, Fallout New Vegas was released way back in 2010, and the franchise’s most recent mainline game, Fallout 76, is already four years old. 

Though we won’t be seeing a Fallout title from Obsidian anytime soon, it’s at least good to know that its CEO still thinks positively of the franchise.

Source: Gamepressure

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Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Announced; Will Feature Rollback Netcode and Crossplay

  by   Carlos Perez  
6:06 am in News

A new Granblue Fantasy game has just been announced, and it’s the sequel to the fighting game Granblue Fantasy: Versus. Titled “Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising,” it’s set to introduce new characters, a new story, and rollback netcode.

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is set to launch this 2023 on PS4, PS5, and PC. You can check out the reveal trailer below.

The trailer mentions that the game will support crossplay between all three platforms, though we’re not sure if this will be implemented on launch. Guilty Gear Strive, another popular fighting game, is still set to run a beta test for its own crossplay functionality on February 3. It’s worth mentioning here that both GGST and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising are both being developed by Arc System Works.

One interesting feature that’s coming to Rising is the fleshed-out lobby system. It allows players to interact with one another and unwind between games. There’s even an all-new game mode that you can try out called “Grand Bruise Legends,” a battle royale mode with “plenty of action-packed mini games.” Here’s a glimpse of what that looks like:

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising will be a separate game, with the original Versus title receiving its final update on January 24. This may come as a disappointment to some players, as the game was released less than three years ago on February 6, 2020.

Once get more information on Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, we’ll let you know.

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Dead Cells Return to Castlevania Teaser Trailer Now Out, Features Bits of Gameplay Footage

  by   Carlos Perez  
January 20, 2023 6:30 pm in News

A new Dead Cells Return to Castlevania teaser trailer has just been released! This trailer shows off a bit of gameplay footage from the Dead Cells crossover expansion, with The Beheaded traversing across the dark lord’s manor.

The expansion was first announced during The Game Awards last year. As it’s a teaser trailer, there’s not much to work with, but we do get to see what some of the new areas look like.

Deadly werewolves, haunted armors and food stuffed into the walls – oh my. The unprecedented collaborative crossover adventure Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania from Motion Twin and Evil Empire will be available for fans dreadfully soon across PC and consoles, but for now fans can sink their teeth into a fresh teaser trailer channeling the classic Castlevania games today for the anticipated DLC.

The expansion is set to include two new biomes and 14 new weapons, adding more tools to play with and more variety with every run. Weapons will include iconic names from Castlevania, including Vampire Killer, Throwing Axe, and Holy Water. Return to Castlevania is set to be Dead Cells’ biggest expansion yet, so if you enjoyed the game’s previous DLCs, then you’re likely in for a treat.

Dead Cells is currently available on many platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and of course, PC.

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Marvel’s Avengers Support to End This September, Final Patch Coming in March

  by   Alex Co  
6:07 pm in News

It looks like the rumors were true, Crystal Dynamics will be ceasing Marvel’s Avengers support later this year! An official announcement was made today mere hours after a rumor surfaced stating that Crystal Dynamics would be ceasing support for the game, as the studio’s developers will be shifting to work on the next untitled Tomb Raider game.

Marve’s Avengers Support Ending FAQ and Details:

The game’s final patch tagged as version 2.8 will be released this March 31, 2023, which will be the last title update that brings any new features or content for the game. After that, all official support for Marvel’s Avengers will cease on September 30, 2023. 

Thankfully, even with the support ceasing, both single-player and multiplayer will continue to be playable. Patch 2.7, which introduced the Winter Soldier to the game, will be the final character released. There will be no new cosmetics planned for the Marketplace, and all final balance updates will be released in March as part of update 2.8.

The tiny bit of good news? Starting March 31, 2023, Crystal Dynamics will be making all the game’s Marketplace, Challenge Card, Shipment cosmetic content available to all players for free. Every Outfit, Takedown, emote, nameplate from the Marketplace, and Challenge Cards and Shipments will be free to all players from the March date onwards as long as they own a copy of the game.

As for the Credits and economy, check out the table below as well as the official announcement from the studio.

Along with the end of development, we’ll also be turning off the cosmetics Marketplace. When Update 2.8 launches on March 31, 2023, Credits will no longer be purchasable and all remaining Credit balances will be converted into in-game resources to aid ongoing adventures. Here is a table with the resources that will be granted based on existing Credit balances:

Credits conversion table

Finally, an FAQ regarding this announcement was published as well.

Who made the decision to end support for the game?

The decision was made in conjunction with our partners that now was the right time to make this change. 

When will support for Marvel’s Avengers end?

Support will discontinue on September 30, 2023.

Will I still be able to play the game solo?

Yes. All content that is available for solo play will continue to be available after September 30, 2023.

Will I still be able to play with my friends?

Yes. Multiplayer will still be accessible after support discontinues on September 30, 2023.  Multiplayer will continue to require Xbox Live Gold on Xbox platforms and PS Plus on PlayStation platforms.

Will single- and multi-player play be available forever?

The changes we are making to how the game functions will ensure as long a life as possible. However, after September 30, 2023 we can’t guarantee that we will be able to address issues that occur due to unforeseen circumstances.

What happens between now and September 30, 2023?

The game will continue to run as it has until March 31, 2023. At that time, Update 2.8 will launch with the game’s final balance changes and all Marketplace, Challenge Card, and Shipment cosmetics will be made available to all players for free.

What happens when Update 2.8 goes live?

On March 31, 2023 with Update 2.8, we will give all players access to all Marketplace cosmetics, including every Outfit, Takedown, and Nameplate that were previously purchasable with Credits. In addition, all cosmetic items previously earnable through Hero Challenge Cards and Shipments will also be made available to all players.

Will I still be able to buy the game after March 31, 2023?

Yes. The game will remain available for purchase digitally between March 31, 2023 and September 30, 2023 and at retail while supplies last. No new digital purchases of the game will be available after September 30, 2023.

If I buy a pre-owned copy of the game on disc after September 30, 2023, do I get all the free cosmetics?

Yes, everyone who owns the game will get access to the same suite of free cosmetics.

If I delete my digital version of the game, can I reinstall it after September 30, 2023?

Yes, if you own the game before September 30, 2023, you will be able to reinstall it after that date. However, as noted above, after September 30, 2023 we can’t guarantee that we will be able to address issues that occur due to unforeseen circumstances.

Why are you giving all the Marketplace content away for free?

We wanted to show all our players how much we’ve appreciated their support over the past few years. Gifting the full library of marketplace content is a way to thank our community by letting them experience the breadth of content in Marvel’s Avengers.

Will events like the Red Room Takeover still run after tomorrow and September 30, 2023?

Yes, they will run in a rotation every two weeks.

Will any new stories, features or Heroes be added to the game after Update 2.8?

No new stories, features or Heroes will be added to the game, and our final balance update will occur with Update 2.8 in March.

Will there be any additional bug fixes after Update 2.8?

We may deploy bugfix patches after Update 2.8 and before September 30, 2023 if needed, however we can’t guarantee that we will be able to make any changes after the end of our support for the game.

After September 30, 2023, if something happens like my save game gets corrupted, who do I contact?

After September 30, 2023, we will no longer provide support for Marvel’s Avengers.

What support will be discontinued?

After September 30, 2023, we will no longer add new content or provide customer support for the game. In addition, Marvel’s Avengers will no longer be available for purchase.

What about Outfits that are earned in game through Missions or Challenge Cards?

Cosmetic items will still be earnable via the cosmetic vendor, mission rewards, and patterns. All other cosmetics will be granted to players for free.

Is anything happening to the cosmetic vendor?

No, the cosmetic vendor will remain.

Are refunds available for Credits purchases?

This announcement does not alter any standard refund policies or terms offered by the storefront(s) from which you purchased credits; we are not offering special refunds as a result of closing the Marketplace.

Will Spider-Man remain a PlayStation exclusive?

Spider-Man will remain exclusive to PlayStation.

Will Shipments still be active?

No, the Shipments system will be deactivated and all cosmetics available through the Shipment system will be granted to all players starting in March after Update 2.8.

Will Marvel’s Avengers continue to be available on Game Pass and PlayStation Plus Extra?

Marvel’s Avengers is available on both, and all the changes discussed in this blog will apply to the Game Pass and PlayStation Plus Extra versions of the game as well. For any updates, stay tuned to Xbox and PlayStation social channels.

While Marvel’s Avengers had its flaws, there was still a lot of fun to be had in it. It sadly didn’t live up to expectations, and there was a lot of questionable design decisions that weren’t fixed until it was too late. If you’re curious what we thought of it when it launched, go read our review here.
 
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Overwatch 2 Competitive Mode Changes to Be Revealed Soon, Won’t Revert to Overwatch 1’s Model

  by   Carlos Perez  
6:01 pm in News

One of the many things that changed in Overwatch 2 from the original game was its ranked system, and as you may expect from a competitive game, not everybody’s happy with it. A recent tweet reveals that there will be a blog post on Overwatch 2 Competitive Mode changes coming fairly soon, but it won’t involve the system returning to its original Overwatch 1 design.

The blog post announcement was made by OW2 Executive Producer Jared Neuss in a reply to a tweet that criticized the game’s matchmaking system. 

Overwatch 2 devs have been quite open about feedback and conversation regarding the game’s updates and direction over on Twitter. Neuss also revealed earlier this month that the game would receive updates in Season 3 that addressed the lack of rewards. Another Twitter conversation with Lead Hero Designer Alec Dawson mentioned that the game would release more support heroes in the near future. This statement would later be reaffirmed in an interview with Aaron Keller, the game’s director, who mentioned that the next two heroes would be Supports.

We don’t know the specifics regarding Overwatch 2’s Competitive Mode and ranked system updates, but once we learn more, we’ll let you know. 

Overwatch 2 is currently available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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Evil Dead: The Game New Survivor Announced, “Ruby” Set for Release on Feb. 2

  by   Carlos Perez  
5:35 pm in News

Evil Dead: The Game will introduce a new playable survivor on February 2, and it’s Ruby Knowby, a former Dark One. A popular character from the Evil Dead franchise, she makes use of her Dark One origins in-game to take down enemies.

Ruby’s reveal was announced via a tweet that also gives us glimpses of gameplay footage. She’ll likely be added to the game during a patch on February 2, and we’ll keep you posted when it drops.

For those who aren’t familiar with Ruby, she was the main antagonist of the Ash vs. Evil Dead series. This is worth noting as an Ash vs. Evil Dead DLC was announced last December. Players will only need to wait a couple of weeks before they can try out Ruby in-game.

Evil Dead: The Game is currently available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Epic Games. Check out our review of the game on the PS5, where we gave it a 6/10 score. Here’s our verdict: “It’s ultimately more fun with friends, but only really if they’re also into Evil Dead as a franchise. And even then, references and nostalgia can only get you so far. Ultimately, Evil Dead the Game can be improved by patches and I’ll be happy to return to it when it is improved. As for now, I’ll stick with my film collection for my Evil Dead fix.”

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Halo Infinite Free Event Pass Announced for Jan. 17; Will Feature JFO-Class Armor

  by   Carlos Perez  
5:28 pm in News

Halo Infinite players are in for a treat starting January 17. A free event pass has been announced for the sci-fi FPS title, with the pass being available to upgrade and earn from until the end of the month on the 31st.

One of the highlights of this free pass is JFO-Class armor, a fan favorite among those who’ve played throughout the franchise’s history.

With the pass only being 10 tiers in size, it’s not as huge as the game’s regular battle passes, though you only have a couple of weeks to earn the rewards. Unlike battle passes, event passes such as this one don’t actually stay around after the event ends, so you’ve got a limited time to claim as much as you can.

Halo Infinite is currently available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. If you’re looking to try out the shooter on your PC, check out our PC review of the game. We gave the game an 8.5/10, with this verdict: “All in all, Halo Infinite is a worthy entry to this legendary franchise. That is an achievement by itself. But what I really appreciated is the fact that 343 took risks. These risks are things that could have completely soured the experience and turned away even the most diehard fans of the franchise. In the end though, those risks paid off. Infinite is in my opinion, 343’s best Halo title yet, and I couldn’t be more excited to see where it goes from here.”

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