Author: Mike
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“Clair Obscur: Exciting New Turn-Based RPG ‘Expedition 33’ Unveiled at Xbox Showcase”
Unveiled at the Xbox Showcase on June 9, “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33”, an innovative turn-based role-playing game, invites players into a fantasy world where they’re racing against time to stop a disastrous cycle of destruction. The game’s combat style, inspired by Persona 5, was a prominent feature of the trailer, displaying intriguing turn-based action and…
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Alan Wake 2’s Night Springs DLC Releases Tomorrow, Physical Edition on the Way
Remedy Entertainment has disclosed that the first DLC expansion for Alan Wake 2, titled Night Springs, will be released on all platforms on June 8, 2024. A physical edition of the game is also planned, including a collector’s edition to be launched in Fall 2024. This Night Springs expansion featuring three new chapters lets players…
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Everything Revealed at Day of the Devs 2024
The annual Summer Game Fest concluded, featuring the highly-anticipated Day of the Devs, an event responsible for digital and physical showcases of indie games. This year, the non-profit organization presented 21 games, including various genres such as sims, horror, arcade, RPGs, and more. One notable game making a reappearance from last year, is “Simpler Times,”…
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The Much-Anticipated UFO 50 Finally Announces a Release Date
UFO 50, the much-anticipated gaming compilation inspired by the 8-bit era, has finally announced a September 18 release date. With a premise of encompassing 50 distinct retro games emulating offerings by an imaginary company named UFO Soft, the project comes from the mind of renowned indie gaming developer Derek Yu, celebrated for his previous work,…
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An In-Depth Look at ReFantazio’s Archetype Job System and Combat Mechanics: A Metaphor
Atlus, at the Summer Games Fest 2024, showcased a new trailer for the upcoming RPG game, Metaphor: ReFantazio. Katsura Hashino and Shigenori Soejima detailed the game’s job system through ‘Archetypes’ and combat mechanics in the exclusive 23-minute presentation. The in-game job system, managed by the character More at the Akademeia facility, allows players to unlock…
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The Collaboration Event of FFXIV and Dragon Quest Returns Right Before Dawntrail
The Final Fantasy XIV video game is ushering in the Dawntrail period with a variety of events. Among these activities is the highly anticipated Dragon Quest collaboration event known as Breaking Brick Mountains, set to return on June 5. The event will take place amidst several other ongoing programs including the Moogle Treasure Trove: The…
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June 4 Update Patch Notes for MW3 and Warzone: Modifications to DG-58 LSW, DNA Bomb Fix and Additional Features
During the 2024 World Series of Warzone qualifying matches in June, Raven Software nerfed the DG-58 LSW weapon, popular amongst most competitors. The changes came despite previous nerfing in the Season 3 Reloaded update which affected the JAK Nightshade’s damage values, max damage range, and headshot multiplier; however, the weapon still remained in frequent use.…
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The latest patch for Roguelike’s Hades 2 delivers a beneficial blow with the ‘Hammer of the Gods’
The roguelike game, Hades 2, has recently received an update making several weapons more efficient and powerful. Heavy attacks with the Moonstone Axe are now faster, potentially making this once sluggish weapon more playable. Other weapons such as the Umbral Flames, the Sister Blades, and the Argent Skull have also received enhancements. For instance, the…
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Avalanche, Makers of Just Cause, Shutters Montreal and New York Studios, Laying Off 50 Employees
Avalanche Studios, known for creating Just Cause, Mad Max, and co-developing Rage 2, has announced plans to lay off 50 of its developers, accounting for 9% of their global staff, and shut down studios in New York and Montreal. The decision is a strategic move intended to “ensure a stable and sustainable future” for the…
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June 4 Update Patch Notes for MW3 and Warzone: Adjustments to DG-58 LSW, DNA Bomb Corrections, and More
During the 2024 World Series of Warzone qualifying rounds, Raven Software made a surprise decision and nerfed the DG-58 LSW, a preferred weapon among competitors. Season 3 saw a major nerf to the JAK Nightshade’s damage values, max damage range, and headshot multiplier. The modification turned the Light Machine Gun into a formidable Assault Rifle…
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The Collaboration Event of FFXIV and Dragon Quest Returns Right Before Dawntrail
In the lead-up to Dawntrail, the schedule for Final Fantasy XIV has been brimming with events, including the return of the Dragon Quest collaboration event, Breaking Brick Mountains, on June 5th. The event will run concurrently with the Moogle Treasure Trove: The Second Hunt for Genesis, the Yo-kai Watch collaboration, and the latest iteration of…
