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The latest scene and console emulation and hacking news alongside other gaming news, competitions, give-aways, video game and gaming hardware reviews and much more!
Princess Peach: Showtime is an upcoming game that defies easy categorization. With its release just around the corner, fans have been left wondering what to expect from this unique gaming experience. Unlike previous Princess Peach games, such as the 2005 DS game Super Princess Peach, which were straightforward platformers, Showtime offers a tantalizing blend of different genres. In this article, we will delve into the details of Princess Peach: Showtime, exploring its gameplay mechanics, storyline, and the variety of genres it incorporates. Whether you're a novice gamer looking for an introduction to different game genres or an experienced player seeking a fresh experience, Princess Peach: Showtime has something exciting to offer.
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The PlayStation 5 (PS5) has taken the gaming world by storm since its release in November 2020. With its powerful hardware and impressive game lineup, the console has captured the hearts of millions of gamers worldwide. However, according to analysts, Sony is preparing for an even more exciting future with the release of a PS5 Pro in late 2024. This "souped-up" refresh is expected to generate a renewed interest in the console and coincide with the highly anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto 6 in 2025. In this article, we will explore the potential features and impact of the PS5 Pro, as well as Sony's strategy for the future of gaming.
The Success of the PS5 and Sony's Pro Strategy
The PlayStation 5 has been a resounding success for...
No Rest for the Wicked, developed by Moon Studios, brings a fresh take on the action role-playing game (ARPG) genre. While the isometric perspective may remind you of popular ARPGs like Diablo and Path of Exile, the game offers a deliberate and tactical combat experience that is more akin to the nail-biting battles of Dark Souls. In this article, we'll explore the unique features of No Rest for the Wicked and how it sets itself apart from traditional ARPGs.
A Visceral Combat System
The combat system in No Rest for the Wicked focuses on delivering a visceral and satisfying experience. Thomas Mahler, Moon Studio's co-founder and creative director, emphasizes the importance of creating combat that feels impactful and intense. Each...
Are you tired of the standard Nintendo Switch controllers and looking for a more ergonomic and stylish alternative? Look no further than the Nitro Deck Nintendo Switch Controller Bundles. These limited-time discounted bundles offer a range of options inspired by classic gaming consoles and come with a hardshell carrying case. In this article, we will explore the features, design, and benefits of the Nitro Deck controller bundles, as well as provide insights into the best deals available. Get ready to elevate your gaming experience to new heights.
The Nitro Deck Difference
Unleash Your Gaming Potential
If you're a Nintendo Switch enthusiast, you know that having a comfortable and reliable controller is essential for an immersive gaming...
The Pokemon Company has recently announced an upcoming "Pokemon Presents" stream, scheduled for February 27th, 2024, to go alongside the celebration of "Pokemon Day".
The Pokemon Presents stream will air directly on the official Pokemon YouTube Channel on February 27th, at 6PM PT / 9PM ET / 2AM GMT, with news about possible upcoming projects by the Pokemon Company, and Pokemon in general.
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TheFlow is up to his old tricks, hacking PlayStation hardware once more. After a month of tinkering around, he's managed to get past the security on Sony's PlayStation Portal streaming handheld, and even gotten PSP games to load on it by running the PPSSPP emulator for Android. He credits fellow scene hackers xyz and ZetaTwo for the help in hacking the Portal, and says that he might showcase some videos of PPSSPP running on the device sometime this weekend. For now, there's no plans to release his hack to the public, and TheFlow claims there's still a lot of work to be done in the future.
The rumored Nintendo Direct was true, in a way. The upcoming event won't be the traditional style of Nintendo Direct, but will instead be a Partner Showcase, which will offer a look at the upcoming third party titles headed to the Nintendo Switch. The video will contain 25 minutes of gameplay footage and trailers, and is set to go live on February 21st, at 6am PT. We'll be certain to round up all the announcements made, when the Partner Showcase airs.
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Bandai Namco has today aired a new trailer for their upcoming action-RPG based Akira Toriyama's manga. This 9-minute video provides an overview of the gameplay elements:
Key features of Sand Land include:
EMBARK ON AN EPIC JOURNEY: Take off on a bumpy adventure written and designed by the creator of Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama. Discover the unique art style that flows through the game, follow the character's crazy saga, and let yourself be carried away by this original story of friendship and justice.
ADVENTURE BEYOND THE DUNES: Explore the world and search every nook and cranny to loot essential materials that will help the team take on harder and harder challenges.
VEHICLES FROM BEYOND YOUR IMAGINATION: Unlock vehicles that can...
Developer Jyamma Games has announced the release date for their Soulslike inspired by Italian folklore Enotria: The Last Song. To accompany the announcement, they aired a new trailer:
Features of Enotria: The Last Song include:
Wield Ardore to alter the world around you
Stay on the offensive with quicksteps and chainable parries
Strike foes to charge powerful magical Lines
Strategically swap between up to three Loadouts at any time
Break an enemies posture for a devastating attack, granting you a mighty Awakened buff
Reveal the secrets of Enotria to gain Inspiration & unlock new perks in the Path of Innovators
Enotria: The Last Song launches on June 21st on PC (Steam & EGS), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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I'm sure some remember of a Spanish translation patch of the third Fist of the North Star game. Well, it's now the English speakers' turn! The third Fist of the North Star NES/Famicom game now has an English translation patch available.
Play as Kenshiro, the savior at the end of the century and the heir to Hokuto Shinken, and follow his story directly from the 1984 anime series from beginning to end.
Special thanks to Cyneprepou4uk for expanding the ROM, Zynk Oxhyde for fixing Kenshiro's walking animations, FlashPV for helping with the title screen, Sensenic for the original Japanese-to-Spanish translations, and MG and Googie for beta testing.
"You are already in agony…"
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The Nintendo Switch has had a dominant life as a hybrid console-handheld, enjoying success since its launch in 2017. However, late last year heard some rumblings that Nintendo was preparing to move onward to a successor to the Nintendo Switch. According to Video Games Chronicle, Eurogamer, and other insider sources, development kits for a "Switch 2" had already been sent out to third-party devs, and rumors were claiming that the system would launch sometime in 2024.
Now, things have changed. While Nintendo was planning to launch the Switch 2 around late 2024, those same insider sources claim that due to some internal delays, the next-gen Nintendo console is targeting a Q1 2025 launch--similar to the original Switch, which launched in...
Xbox has just uploaded their Official Xbox Podcast regarding Xbox and their business going forward in the industry, with the podcast lasting for around 22 minutes, and while the podcast isn't that long, it does cover quite a bunch of things regarding exclusivities, Game Pass and other things.
We'll sum up the points as Phil and his team talks about them:
Four game titles will be coming to other consoles. As to what those 4 games are, it's still unknown. Phil mentions how some games, despite them having reached their "completion" status for about a year or so, have build a strong community and are still going strong as of today, and this one of the key reasons to expand the reach of said games. Two of the 4 games are those...
Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior is a tactical hack 'n' slash developed by Sand Door Studio and published by Quantic Dream. The game is now available on PC and for the occasion, a launch trailer was aired:
Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior is available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
To celebrate the romantic season, digital storefront GOG has launched its Love At First Pixel Sale. This sale features over 4000 deals of up to 95% off. To kickoff the sale, GOG is offering the racing title FlatOut as a giveaway to keep in your library. The deals which are part of the Love At First Pixel Sale will be available until February 22nd, 2024, 2 PM UTC.
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🔃 FlatOut GOG giveaway
The Thaumaturge is an upcoming isometric RPG from developer Fool's Theory and publisher 11 bit studios. After an initial delay last year, the game was set to launch later this month. However, the developer and publisher have today announced that their game will launch at a later date, in March. While the game is complete, the decision to push back the release was due to February's busy launch period. The extra time will be used to further polish the game.
"We're happy to share that the game is now complete, and numerous reviewers already have it in their hands," reads a press release. "At the same time, taking February's busy launch period into account and the opening for a better release window, we've decided to take this opportunity...
Xbox has announced on their official social media accounts the date for their upcoming "Official Xbox Podcast", which was mentioned last week to be scheduled for this week, with rumours running rampant about Xbox's upcoming business changes.
The podcast will stream on February 15th, 2024 at 12PM PT / 3PM ET and 8PM GMT, and will feature Phil Spencer, Sarah Bond and Matt Booty talking about updated and changes in regards to Xbox business decisions going forward.
One of the most popular websites in regard to romhacks, fan translations and other kinds of pre-patched modifications to retro titles has always been CDRomance. Chances are if you were looking for a specific mod or hack for a certain title, most likely you'd find it there in an already patched form. However, as of this past weekend, the way in which CDRomance operates has changed.
On February 11th, CDRomance's owner, nicknamed "Spike" received what seems to be a notice by the ESA (Entertainment Software Association), which effectively took down CDRomance's ads that helped maintaining the servers online. This action prompted Google to ask for the removal of any kind of file-sharing going on with the website, to which Spike complied and...
ABOUT THIS GAME
Airhead is an adventure through a sprawling interconnected world, where you must explore, evolve and overcome intricate puzzles to succeed.
You play as Body, a small creature who meets a round, inflated organism and uses it as a head. And while Head is slowly but surely deflating, you have a chance to save its life.
To do so, you need to use air cylinders to keep Head inflated while you explore Airhead's interconnected world and learn about its secrets.
On your adventure, it will be up to you to uncover the true connection between Head, the air cylinders, and the technology that litters the world so that you can save Head no matter the cost.
Finding your way through Airhead's world is not always easy. You...