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News  SteamWorld Heist II announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

Publisher Thunderful Games and developer Image & Form Games have announced turn-based RPG sequel SteamWorld Heist II for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam). It will launch on August 8. "Millions of players have gravitated toward SteamWorld Heist's unique gameplay and art style, and fallen in love with its original story, characters and music," said SteamWorld universe and franchise director Brjann Sigurgeirsson in a press release. "We're excited to bring our dedicated fanbase on a new adventure with us in SteamWorld Heist II, where players will experience a hilarious expansion of the original set in the high seas." Here is an overview of the game, via Thunderful Games: Watch the...
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News  Persona Dev's Metaphor: ReFantazio Releases For PS5, PS4 in October, New Gameplay Is Glorious

Metaphor: ReFantazio, the next RPG from Persona developer Atlus, now has a confirmed release date: the 11th October. And to properly kickstart our march towards launch, we've been treated to a 25-minute presentation, which features a load of fresh gameplay footage. Metaphor has always seemed incredibly promising — especially since Persona 3, 4, and 5 director Katsura Hashino is spearheading it — and this latest showcase just solidifies our belief that Atlus is onto another winner. In essence, this is a fantasy RPG with Persona-influenced gameplay systems — some of which are clear to see in the above presentation. We've got turn-based battles that hinge on exploiting enemy weaknesses and time-gated story quests, but there's also a real...
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News  Tales of the Shire Turns The Lord of the Rings into a Hobbit Life Sim

Private Division has announced its Hobbit life simulator Tales of the Shire will release for PS5 later this year. Confirmed in an all-new reveal trailer viewable above, it matches stylised visuals with simulation mechanics like home decoration, friendship making, and exploration. Any other confirmed details are scarce, though we know the game will be developed by Weta Workshop, which has a history in special effects for films and TV shows. The official page on the Private Division website then adds: "Your cosy Hobbit life awaits in Tales of the Shire, a heart-warming, new, The Lord of the Rings game due out in 2024 on console and PC." Will you use Tales of the Shire as a chance to play out the hobbit lifestyle? Let us know in the...
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News  Sony Hires Superstar Korean Cheerleader to Cosplay as Stellar Blade's Eve

Sony is sparing no expense on the promotion of upcoming PS5 exclusive Stellar Blade in Asia, as it's hired Korean cheerleading sensation Lee Dahye to cosplay as protagonist Eve as part of a meet and greet in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Those who pre-order the game will have an opportunity to attend an event with the Dragon Beauties dancer, who's one of the most prominent models in Taipei right now.
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News  Fear Not, PS5 Exclusive Stellar Blade Remains Uncensored in All Regions

If you were concerned that the PS5-exclusive Stellar Blade, out 26th April on PS5, might run afoul of Sony's censors, fear not. Developer ShiftUp is advertising that the game will remain entirely uncensored in all regions, including Japan. We'll be honest: this wasn't something we'd even considered could be a problem (or a prospective selling point), as protagonist Eve and her costumes, or lack thereof, have featured so prominently in the lead-up to the game's launch. Still, we're glad to see ShiftUp so excited its vision will soon be in the hands of millions (probably) of players. In other Stellar Blade news, Yoko Taro reckons it's better than NieR: Automata, and we were glad to discover the game will remain respectful of your PS5...
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News  ShiftUp Reveals 'Secrets' of Stellar Blade's Physical PS5 Packaging

It seems we aren't the only ones counting down the hours until the release of the PS5-exclusive Stellar Blade. Developer ShiftUp has posted an impossibly drawn-out clip of the "secrets" contained within the game's PS5 physical box, which, as far as we can tell, amounts to a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for some cosmetic goodies. Don't get us wrong; the variant cover, in particular, is certainly appreciated and perhaps even preferable to the game's standard art, just not something we'd generally consider a "secret". Regardless, the cool part is that ShiftUp confirmed via the comments section that this will be the case in all regions, just as the eye-catching action RPG will remain uncensored in all regions. It's...
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Switch Front-page  Switch firmware update 18.0.1 released

A new Nintendo Switch firmware update is here. System software version 18.0.1 has been released. This update offers the typical stability features as all other updates have, while also fixing a problem some users have experienced with wireless connectivity. As for Atmosphere compatibility concerns, SciresM says that the current Atmosphere 1.7.0 pre-release version should work fine with the new firmware update. :arrow: Source
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Front-page  Silent Hill 2 remake developer Bloober Team has seemingly redesigned James' face

The original Silent Hill 2 is considered to be one of the greatest video games of all time which is why anticipation of its upcoming remake has fans seriously hyped. Following months of speculation, Konami finally announced the Silent Hill 2 remake in October 2022 and it will be developed by the studio that brought us the likes of Layers of Fear, The Medium and Blair Witch, to name a few, Bloober Team. Check out the Silent Hill 2 trailer below! Granted, as a big fan of the series, I was a little disappointed that Konami had skipped giving us a modern remake of the original Silent Hill that was released on PlayStation in 1999 (and no, I'm not counting Shattered Memories) but given that Silent Hill 2 is one of my favourite video...
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Mod Front-page  Cyberpunk 2077 looks better than ever with 8K graphics boost, free to download now

Despite it being over three years since it was first released, Cyberpunk 2077 is as popular as ever and now you can see it as never before thanks to a free 8K graphics boost. First released at the end of 2020 in quite a rough state, Cyberpunk 2077 has had one of the biggest comebacks in gaming history thanks to CD Projekt Red's tireless work. Check out another Cyberpunk 2077 mod below! Now three years on, it is in its best state yet and welcomed both a major update and DLC, Phantom Liberty, last year. However, fans want even more from the game's setting, the neon-covered metropolis of Night City and they have achieved that with an 8K graphics boost which is free to download and add to your game now. Created by Digital Dreams, the...
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Front-page  Steam drops 6 more free games, available to download now

We all know that gaming can be a very expensive hobby, but it doesn't have to be. The latest AAA releases are guaranteed to gobble up our hard-earned cash, but there are plenty of offers, deals, and giveaways out there that are much kinder on our wallets. If you're a PC gamer, Steam is the place to go. While this storefront is home to plenty of stellar deals, it's also chock full of some lovely free-to-play delights. The ever-reliable SteamGamesPC has brought the six latest free-to-play offerings to our attention and those are Nine Realms, Project Entropy, Obilia, Simulation Training, Panda: Eats, Shoots and Leaves and SMYS. Unsure which to dive into? Worry not. I'm here to help explain exactly what each game consists of kicking off...
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Front-page  Steam 10/10 shooter rises up charts, free for a limited time

Would you like to play a fantastic indie shooter on Steam that some fans have been scoring 10/10 for free? Of course, you do, otherwise, I doubt you'd be reading these words if not. Back in the early 1990s, series such as DOOM, Wolfenstein and Quake were taking the video game industry by storm and would help shape the first-person shooter genre for generations to come. In fact, those series are still going strong to this very day. Check out the Ultrakill trailer below! However, no matter how the likes of DOOM and Wolfenstein have evolved today, sometimes it's nice to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to a time of simpler days. It's why retro-inspired games are popular with the indie dev community and one such game is the...
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Gaming  Steam zombie survival horror finally departs early access after 10 long years

For any video game to realise its full potential, it's not the best philosophy to rush any project and the title that is the topic of today's discussion is a prime example of that prospect. The open-world survival genre is more packed than any horde seen in AMC's The Walking Dead and it's difficult to stand out from the crowd especially when it's competing with the likes of Minecraft, Valheim and DayZ to name a few. Check out the 7 Days to Die: Alpha Exodus dev diary below! One game that initially struggled to stand out from the crowd is 7 Days to Die which was originally released in 2013 on PC as an early access title. 7 Days to Die did receive a poorly-received port on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in 2016 which has a woeful...
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Gaming  What to Expect From Slay The Spire 2

With the surprise announcement of Slay the Spire 2 at the first ever Triple-i Initiative indie showcase, fans of the original game have been thrown into a frenzy. Here's what's known so far about the upcoming sequel to one of 2019's most beloved roguelikes. Released in 2019 (though available via Steam Early Access since 2017), the original Slay the Spire was a smash hit. Incorporating and building on elements from Netrunner, Dominion, and FTL: Faster Than Light, the game combined roguelike exploration, permadeath, and the gradual card acquisition of tabletop board games in a bright and fun fantasy package. Receiving rave reviews, Slay the Spire became an instant favorite of a number of notable Twitch streamers and was quickly ushered...
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Switch  This Switch Dock Prototype Moves Arcade Racers Up A Gear

The Switch is no stranger to an arcade racer or two. While it's all well and good playing these with a standard Joy-Con or Pro Controller set-up, this latest dock prototype from Far East Pinball has left us firmly of the belief that the likes of Out Run should be played no other way. Is it a pure novelty? Maybe. But the independent manufacturer's arcade-inspired add-on at least appears to be the most authentic way of capturing that driving cabinet feel from the comfort of your own home (albeit on a much smaller scale). The dock does away with regular button inputs and swaps in a miniature steering wheel and shift lever instead. As you can see from the demonstration video below, the prototype (which was showcased at Game Antique 2024...
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Switch  Unicorn Overlord Update Incoming, Here Are The Patch Notes

Vanillaware and Atlus have announced an upcoming patch for Unicorn Overlord, bringing some welcome bug fixes and improvements to the tactical RPG (thanks, Nintendo Everything). Although the Ver 1.04 patch is out now for PS5 and PS4, the Switch version is currently subject to approval from Nintendo. Hopefully we won't have to wait too long until it's live, but for now, let's take a look at what's in store (Google translated): Unicorn Overlord launched last month on 8th March, 2024 and was well received a positive score of 9/10 from yours truly, in which we praised the deep and rich gameplay, the stunning visuals and music, the great cast of characters, and more. We'll be sure to update you once the update is live.
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Trailer  New Deadpool & Wolverine Trailer Is Heavy on the Claws, Swear Words, and Reveals

Marvel has released a new Deadpool & Wolverine trailer — and it's as over-the-top with swear words and claw-filled action as you'd expect. The trailer finally fully reveals Hugh Jackman reprising his iconic role as Wolverine, this time wearing the fan-favourite yellow and blue costume made famous by the character's design from the X-Men comics. There's plenty of set-up here, with Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool asking a washed-up Wolverine for help. It appears that in this reality, Wolverine has failed spectacularly in some catastrophic way (the X-Men are dead!) and needs a bit of encouragement before going all-in on Deadpool's mission. At various points we see Deadpool and Wolverine fighting each other before working together to fight...
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Mod  Cyberpunk 2077 fans stunned by secret room filled with loot hidden in game's intro

Just when you think you've seen everything a game has to offer, it manages to find a way to completely surprise you. Isn't that why we do what we do? Cyberpunk 2077 is an absolutely massive game, with one of the best open worlds we've ever explored. Night City feels properly alive, from the grimy markets to the sparkling skyscrapers drenched in neon advertising. As far as I was concerned, I'd scoured every inch of Night City and found almost all of its secrets. But, as I discovered today, I was completely wrong. See, there's actually a hidden room filled with some pretty valuable gear in Cyberpunk 2077. It's a room I can almost guarantee you missed, too, seeing as how CD Projekt RED snuck the little blighter in right near the very...
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Switch  Eighting Is Working On A New Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

In a new update from Bushiroad Games, the character line up for the upcoming EVO Japan 2024 demo has been confirmed. All up there'll be six playable fighters which include "Gon, Killua, Leorio, Kurapika, Hisoka, and Chairman Netero" (PR Times via Siliconera). Once again, EVO Japan runs between 27th - 29th April 2024. No new details have been shared on the upcoming fighting game, but it'll be playable at EVO Japan 2024, which takes place from 27th to 29th April in Tokyo. The manga and anime series Hunter x Hunter is getting a new fighting game and it's being developed by Eighting and published by Bushiroad Games. It's officially titled Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact. Platforms and a release date haven't been revealed just yet. It's...
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Switch  Strayed Lights Is Getting A Physical Switch Release, Pre-Orders Open Soon

One game we were genuinely surprised with when it rolled out on the Switch eShop last year was the immersive action-adventure Strayed Lights. In our review here on Nintendo Life, we mentioned how the combat was unique and accessible (even if it did get a little repetitive at times) and noted how the story was told in a subtle, heartfelt way. There were some other setbacks tied to performance but overall it was a fun game. If you're still curious about this one and would prefer a hard copy of the title, Limited Run Games has now announced it's releasing a physical version for the Switch. Pre-orders will go live on 26th April 2024 for USD $39.99 with the game estimated to ship in September. Here's a bit more about Strayed Lights...
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Front-page  Anbernic reveals specs details of pocket-sized RG28XX retro handheld

Anbernic is back with yet another retro handheld device. The upcoming RG28XX is another console sporting the quad-core H700 chip of the company's recent RG35XX 2024 Edition, but bears a compact, pocketable form factor. While the device is not available for sale yet, Anbernic has provided the specs of the RG28XX: Ahead of its sale to the public, the company has also shared an unboxing video which also includes some of the device's emulation performance:
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