Sonic Prime, A New 3D Sonic Series, Announced For Netflix

Sonic the Hedgehog hits the screens once again with Sonic Prime, a new 3D series set to arrive on Netflix next year.

According to Netflix’s Twitter account, the series will be penned by Ben 10 creator Man of Action, and will feature the star of the last movie everyone saw in theatres exploring a “strange new multiverse”.

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Sadly, they haven’t given much more outside of a logo for the show, but the fact it’s been slated for a 2022 release is a good sign that production has been secretly underway.
The series will be produced by Wild Brain Ltd, spanning 24 episodes. While Wild Brain is more commonly associated with kids shows such as The Teletubbies, the studios have produced more young adult-leaning content like the new Carmen Sandiego series.
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Sonic Prime will be done by their Vancouver studio, with SEGA jointly participating in production, distribution and licensing.
Man of Action Entertainment is a writers’ collective most famous for their work on Ben 10, and has largely been a big name in series predominantly aimed at young children, but enjoyable enough for most adults.
They were also involved with Disney’s Big Hero 6, and write for various comics as well.
While Sonic the Hedgehog has always been hit-or-miss with storied franchise, the last Sonic series, Sonic Boom holds a cult-like following for its meta humor. Weirdly enough, the game its based on does not hold the same fan appeal.

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Blue Archive Global is now available!

It’s finally here, as Blue Archive Global is at last available. With your enthusiasm, the game has also managed to achieve the #1 ranking on the App Store, giving out 1,200 Pyroxene to celebrate. Launch day also means that users are reporting bugs, including the game not being available in their region, black screens, and the lot. For now, they’ve only acknowledged that there is an issue if your device is set to German, where you’ll have to change your language to English and reinstall to temporarily resolve the issue.

The global version of Blue Archive is not available in China, Japan, Vietnam, Belgium, Netherlands and Slovakia.

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If you can play it and are not sure who to aim for, then you can check out our launch reroll tier list, and the low rarity characters you could raise for the future.
For rerolling purposes, you can hit the Reset Account from the homescreen. You do have to go through the tutorial sections in the prologue again before the starting 10-roll. The editor has confirmed that you can get multiple 3-stars in the starting roll, if you so desire.
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And there you have it! We won’t know what the exact event schedule will be yet, so stay tuned.
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Blue ArchivePublisher: Yostar Inc, NexonDeveloper: NAT GamesRelease Date: 2021-02-04Android, iOS
You have been appointed as an advisor to the Federal Investigation Club, Schale, located in Kivotos. It's a huge academy city where numerous academies are clustered together.
Resolve the endless incidents that occur in Kivotos with charming allies full of personality, and build special memories with them!

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Pokemon Citizen Eevee Watches are now on sale

Citizen Watch has launched its new Pokemon watches featuring ‘Eevee and friends’. These are available at anime and manga merchandise seller Arma Bianca.

There are a total of nine watch designs in the lines based on Eevee, the evolution pokemon, and each of its eight evolutions: Flareon, Jolteon, Vaporeon, Espeon, Umbreon, Lefeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon.

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Each watch is themed around the color of its specific eeveelution and the back cover is engraved with an illustration of the pokemon. The watch is made of stainless steel for the case, sapphire glass, as well as cowhide leather, and synthetic leather for the band.

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The price of the Eevee, Espeon and Umbreon watches is 32,870 Yen or MYR 1,191. For the size of the watch, the case diameter is 32 mm x 8.6 mm, wrist circumference is approx. 13-18 cm, belt width 15 mm, and can width is 15 mm.

The price of the Leafeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon watches is 36,080 yen or MYR 1,312. Their sizes are a case diameter of 29.2 mm x 8.9 mm, wrist circumference of approx. 13.5-17.5 cm, belt width of 13 mm, and can width of 13 mm.

The Vapouron, Jolteon, and Flareon watches are priced at 38,280 yen or MYR 1,392. The size of these watches is a case diameter of 42 mm x 13.6 mm, wrist circumference of approx. 14-19 cm, belt width of 15 mm, and can width of 15 mm.
Here are some pictures of the back of each watch with the pokemon illustration engraved on them:

                    Eevee

                    Espeon

                    Umbreon

                    Leafeon

                    Glaceon

                    Sylveon

                    Flareon

                    Jolteon

                    Vaporeon

These Pokemon Eevee watches are available on Citizen’s store on the Japanese merchandise online website Arma Bianca.

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Another Eden now open in 71 total countries and regions!

Another Eden: The Cat Beyond Time and Space is now available in more regions globally, opening in 29 new countries and bringing it to a total of 71 countries and regions around the world. As part of the Another Eden 2020 World Tour campaign, players will also be receiving a 10 Allies Ticket and 2 characters for free.

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These 29 new countries and territories are on top of the 42 that the game has already been released in. With 71 total countries and territories, WFS is servicing even more players across the globe with Another Eden. To celebrate the current and new users successfully reaching all targeted goals from the Another Eden 2020 World Tour, all users will be receiving rewards for a certain duration. This is in addition to the increase of log-in bonuses during the event.
Rewards are as follows:
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Holy Knight Fragment to get a 4 star Anabel: 11 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 30 April 2020 14:59 (UTC)
Researcher Fragment to get a 4 star Krervo: 11 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 30 April 2020 14:59 (UTC)
First Destiny Token to get 10 allies in the Gallery of Dreams: 11 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 30 April 2020 14:59 (UTC)
Second Destiny Token to get 10 allies in the Gallery of Dreams: 31 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 31 May 2020 14:59 (UTC)

Other updates include:

Shanie (Another Style)
Fateful Encounter (Paid, 1 Time Only)
Update to “Ally Encounter”
Sealed Realm

Ephemeral Time Space added

In Part 2 Tales from the East: Return of the Goddess of Time First Volume, more sub-quests have been added
Chronos Stone Sale Information 11 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 10 April 2020 14:59 (UTC). Each are purchasable once only

A limited time 2000 Chronos Stone package
A limited time 4000 Chronos Stone package

Sealed Realm details are as follows:

Specialized content available in Another Dungeon
“Sealed Realm: Ephemeral Time Space” is a dungeon allows parties to gain a large amount of Git
1 Red Key required for this Very Hard dungeon
Part 1 of main story clear required
Suggested level: 60
App needs to be at Ver 2.1.300
No time limit for this event

Last but not least, log-in bonuses will be increased from 20 x Chronos Stone to 50 x Chronos Stone from 10 March 2020 3:00 (UTC) – 31 March 2020 14:59 (UTC).
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Another Eden: The Cat Beyond Time and SpacePublisher: Wright Flyer StudiosDeveloper: Wright Flyer StudiosRelease Date: 2017-04-12Android, iOS, Microsoft Windows, Steam

Acclaimed creators from a number of well-known and popular series have come together to bring an exciting and epic RPG to mobile devices. The game have a surprising amount of content for a mobile gaming app, a modernized classic spacetime RPG. An epic story crossing the Antiquity, Present, and Future from master story writer Masato Kato. The main theme written by Mitsuda Yasunori, the game contains over 60 songs recorded with orchestras and folk music.

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Gudetama: An Eggcellent Adventure Reveals Voice Actor for Gudetama and Shakipiyo

The one who will be voicing is finally revealed as Netflix gives a sneak peak of Gudetama: An Eggcellent Adventure with series’ key art and a cast announcement trailer.

Our most unmotivated Egg and the protagonist of the series will be voiced by Shunsuke Takeuchi. He is also the voice for Quincy Askin in Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War Arc as well as the Producer in The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls. He will also be voicing 23 more egg characters in the series all by himself.

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The voice actor for Gudetama’s sidekick “Shakipiyo” is also revealed as Seiran Fukushima, a young child actress whose previous works includes Ultraman Orb and Don’t Call it Mystery.

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The full list of casts for Gudetema: Eggcelllent Adventures is as follows:

Voice Cast: Shunsuke Takeuchi (Gudetama, etc.), Seiran Fukushima (Shakipiyo)
Cast: Akiyoshi Nakao, Serena Motola, Sarutoki Minagawa
Based on a character by: Sanrio
Director: Motonori Sakakibara
Series Composition: Yoichi Kato
Music: Koji Endo
Theme Song: “Gudetama Koshinkyoku” by Yuko Hara
Production: OLM
Production Cooperation: L’ESPACE FILM
Length of series: 10 episodes x 10 mins (approx.)

Gudetama: An Eggcellent Adventure is a Netflix series following the lazy egg Gudetama and the newly hatched chick, Shakipiyo on their adventure to find their mother and is set to premiere on Netflix on 13th December 2022.

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The Simpsons Goes Anime For Their Horror Special with Death Note Parody

The Simpsons takes their Halloween spirit into full blast as their going full anime with a parody of Death Note featuring Lisa for a segment of The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror XXXIII.

The Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror XXXIII will be airing this Sunday on October 30th at 8PM EST on Fox Stations. It will also be available for streaming on Hulu the day after.  The episode will also come to Disney+ soon as the special is considered the sixth episode for the 34th season.

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DiscussingFilm has tweeted out a preview of the parody and we could see Lisa walking in world full of pollution with its disposable car and gender reveal napalm before the Death Tome fell on her.

The first clip from ‘The Simpsons’ parody of ‘DEATH NOTE’ has been released.
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It is animated by DR Movie who also worked on the original series. pic.twitter.com/mmM7IbXc6K
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) October 25, 2022

You can clearly see just from the complete makeover of the artsyle that it is something way different than your average Simpsons special.
The parody segment is animated by DR Movie, one of the production companies that had worked for the original Death Note animation. Other well-known works of theirs includes Season 2 for The Rising of Shield Hero in which they co-produced together with Kinema Citrus.
The parody for Death Note, titled “Death Tome” is going to be the second segment in the three-segment of The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror XXXIII special.
The first segment is “The Pookadook” featuring Marge and is a parady to Babadook while the third segment is centered around Homer in Westworld titled “Simpsonsworld”.

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Black Desert Mobile becomes #1 game app in major countries after grand launch!

Black Desert Mobile has seen a smooth grand launch, and has achieved its position as #1 game app in North America and major Southeast Asian regions! Since the game’s grand launch on 11 December, Black Desert Mobile is servicing over 150 countries in seven languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Russian, Thai, and Indonesian.

People have been highly expecting the game’s release, hitting more than 4.5 million pre-registrations. The game is rated 4.5 on the Google Play Store, attracting enough users to queue on the first day. To ensure a pleasant gameplay experience for all Adventurers, Pearl Abyss has added high-performance servers since the pre-download stage to provide stable services.

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                    Thailand

                    Thailand

                    Russia

Black Desert Mobile ranked #1 in the “Top Free Games” category on the Google Play Store on 14 December. It is also currently ranked first in “Role Playing” for both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The game was listed as the best free game for both iOS and Android in Thailand on 8 and 11 December too. Likewise in major Southeast Asian regions including Singapore, Philippines and Indonesia, it topped the Top Free Games chart for both app stores. It doesn’t stop there, being one of the top free games in Europe on the Google Play Store: first in Russia, second in France and third in Germany.

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                    US

                    US

“Even though the mobile MMORPG genre is still growing in North America and Europe, the popularity of the Black Desert IP and the stabilization of our services have made the grand launch a good start. We’re looking to provide  a long-term service, so we plan to attract a lot of users in the early stage.” – Pearl Abyss CBO Kevin Kim
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Last but not least, Black Desert Mobile was nominated for both Best Audio/Visual Accomplishment and Best Game Engine at the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2020. Check out the game’s official website here.
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Black Desert MobilePublisher: Pearl AbyssDeveloper: Pearl AbyssRelease Date: 2019-11-12Android, iOS
The famed MMORPG series makes its way to the Android and iOS platforms.

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Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent launches today

The mobile prequel to Octopath Traveler, bearing its mouthful of a name in Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent, will launch today! Square Enix has not given a time of when servers will launch, and considering they having reached a whopping 880,000 pre-registrations and typical first day server issues, it will likely be a while before anyone would be able to play it properly.

The game has three main story branches and their corresponding villains:

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The One who Attained Wealth
The One who Attained Power
The One who Attained Fame

… in which 64 Travelers from the eight regions of Osterra will do battle against. Keep an eye out on the official Twitter for news regarding the servers, while the rest of us wait to see if this game will ever get localized for the Western audience and beyond some time in the future.

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Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked Is Now In Stores!

Don’t Starve is a game that was first released for the PC on Steam. Since their hit on Steam, they have gained popularity and had begun to roll the game out on mobile too. This time though Klei Entertainment, the developers of the game, has recently released Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked for the mobile too! Now it is downloadable on the App Store and Play Store for RM 20.99!

Check out their official trailer below:

If you didn’t know, Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked is a survival game where you will need to collect and assemble materials in order to build a boat to escape the island; by sea of course. What’s hindering you are the deadly animals, harsh weathers and other misfortunates that could really kill you. Well with the help with some luck, you will also find some items on the ground that can help you with your battle for survival on the island and help you escape eventually.

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If you have played and loved the Don’t Starve series, then this should be a new and great addition into your games library. The game has a very artistic and unique art-style. Compared to the many survival games out there, at least this one does not involve any zombies. Cheers for survival~

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Godsome: Clash of Gods limited pre-registration now open

Nexon Games has just opened pre-registrations for Godsome: Clash of Gods, its upcoming MMO RTS for the Android and iOS platforms. Although this is a limited pre-registration run, Malaysia is among the included countries, so rest assured. Users from New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and the Philippines will also be able to sign up as well.

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Godsome: Clash of Gods will facilitate a large number of users who will battle each other in a vast continent, and the ones who will come out on top will be those who are masters of real time strategy. A description of the game as follows via the official website.
Extensive Continent & Real-time Battles
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Territorial war in an extensive continent
Battles of strategy through real-time troop management
Diverse elements for exploration throughout a vast continent

Stories of Mythology

Stories of well-known and majestic gods from Eastern and Western mythology
Growth system based on collecting gods with unique skills and upgrading those abilities

Key Features

Advancement of Sacred Land according to change in eras

Assignment system where powerful gods contribute to Sacred Land development

Large-scale battles and fierce competition between dominant alliances

We do not have an actual release date yet, so stay tuned to this space as we bring you the latest.

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Magic: The Gathering – Kaladesh pre-releases are happening at all local stores in Malaysia

Magic: The Gathering is one of the oldest and popular card deck building game that is still pushing out newer and better updates, with it’s most recent one being Kaladesh – the home of Chandra Naalar.

The pre-release event will be starting on 24th September throughout Malaysia, so if you’re eager to get a go at it sooner, check out the tournament locator to find a local store pre-release event near you. These events are Sealed Deck format events, where players are given Pre-release Packs and time to construct a 40-card minimum deck. Unravel the madness at your local store this weekend!

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Set Name: Kaladesh
Block: Kaladesh
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Number of Cards: 264
Release Date: 30th September, 2016
Here are some features that come along with the brand new deck:
CREATE
Starting with Kaladesh, you’re going to see a new rules term on cards: create. This new bit of templating is a new way to say “put a token onto the battlefield.”This isn’t a functional change in any way. The tokens still enter the battlefield like they always did. Before this change, you might’ve seen text like “Put a 1/1 colorless Thopter artifact creature token with flying onto the battlefield.”
VEHICLES
What’s better than watching your armies march into battle to meet the enemy head-on? Watching your armies drive into battle to meet the enemy head-on, of course! Vehicles are a new type of artifact, representing some wondrous inventions.

ENERGY
Aether is a magical energy that’s found throughout the Multiverse, but it’s become an integral part of the ecosystem on Kaladesh. Refined aether is the primary power source for most of Kaladesh. On cards, this magic energy is represented by energy counters, a new kind of counter that players can get.
FABRICATE
One of the glorious things about living on Kaladesh is the modern marvel of mass production. Fabricate is a new ability found on some creature cards that offers you a choice when that creature enters the battlefield.

Magic Duels is the best way to start playing Magic, offering virtually unlimited free gameplay, regular content updates, unlockable cards, and many exciting multiplayer modes—including Two-Headed Giant! You can get it on PC via Steam, iPad, iPhone, and Xbox One. The game will release on 28th September, so be sure to download it!

Now including:
● 167 NEW unique cards
● 50+ story-driven Campaign Missions
● 1,000+ unique, earnable Magic cards
● 50+ story-driven Campaign Missions
● NEW earnable card sleeves and full-art lands
● Play friends online in Battle Mode, or find a four-player Two-Headed Giant battle.
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For more information, you can visit their official website.

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Overwatch – Blizzard and NetEase Filed Lawsuit Against 4399 For IP Infringement

Overwatch being the very successful and popular games on PC has inspired many developers like Paladins. However a game developer in China took it literally and made an exact copy (pretty much) for the mobile platform. The developer, 4399 Network Co. Ltd. will be taken to court over IP infringement of the Overwatch IP by none other than Blizzard and NetEase.

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The game namely Heroes of Warfare (英雄枪战) is available on Google Play now, however there was no action taken on it (yet) and was allowed to be in Play Store. The game was also made available on the App Store, which by passed all of their strict terms and conditions. Blizzard and NetEase filed a lawsuit against 4399 in Shanghai Pudong New Area People’s Court, targeted at 2 of 4399 games namely 英雄枪战 and 枪战前线. 4399 was demanded to cease the operations of both the games mentioned in China and offer compensation due to IP infringement.
Check out the images below and tell us what you think! If you are interested in the game, you can check it out on the App Store and Play Store now while it is still available.
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Netflix New Series Releases for the New Year in 2023

If you’re planning to celebrate the new year by relaxing and enjoying your time alone or with your loved ones, why not give these new Netflix releases a shot, featuring:

I’m a Villainous Daughter, so I’m going to keep the Last Boss! Season 1 – 4th January
An anime adaptation based on the light novel with the same name. The story follows Aileen Lauren d’Autriche on her attempts to change her destined fate after having reincarnated into a video game as the villainess.

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MADOFF: The Monsters of Wall Street – 4th January
A Netflix documentary telling the story of financier Bernie Madoff. He is the one who orchestrated one of the biggest Ponzi schemes in Wall Street History, worth about $64.8 billion.

Ginny and Georgia Season 2 – 5th January
A comedy-drama series centers around the mother and daughter, Georgia and Ginny in a New England town. In the second season, secrets from the pasts will surface that will threaten everything they’ve built.
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Stealing Raden Saleh – 5th January
A Heist Action film following a group who plans a heist of the The Arrest of Pangeran Dipongegoro, a painting by Indonesian artist, Raden Saleh. The film was theatrically released in Indonesia on August 25th, 2022.

The Pale Blue Eyes – 6th January
A Mystery Thriller film following a veteran detective, Augustus Landor. Set in 1830 at West Point, New York, he together with the aid of a military cadet, Edgar Allan Poe, are on the case investigating a series of murder happening at the United States Military Academy.

Mumbai Mafia: Police vs The Underworld – 6th January
A Netflix documentary set in 1990s Mumbai where a crime boss and his network wield unchecked power over the city of Mumbai. That is until the rise of “encounter cops” who brazenly kills their target.
Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist – 7th January
A South Korean TV series following the genius physician Yoo Se-Yeop, after being expelled from the capital in his rebirth as a true doctor who aims to heal people’s hearts and writing the prescription to happiness.
With all these new releases, don’t forget to check out Netflix’s official social media for more news and updates.

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Venom morphs his way into Marvel Super War

Marvel Super War announces the arrival of Venom to the game on 1 July! The Venom announcement can be found through the Marvel Super War Facebook page. Considering that VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE will be coming to theaters 24 September 2021, fans can probably expect a related outfit as we get closer to the movie’s release date.

Unfortunately for people outside of the Asia region, the game is still unofficially available to international fans, and there’s yet to be news regarding its availability.

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For reference, here’s the game overview:
Marvel and NetEase Games have teamed up to deliver the most dynamic, eye-popping and faithful recreation of the Marvel Universe on the mobile screen. Get ready to explore more possibilities and experience the action like never before!
Iron Man vs. Captain Marvel, Spider-Man vs. Deadpool, X-Men vs. Avengers! Epic 5v5 real-time super battles are about to shake the vast cosmos!
What are you waiting for? Grab your friends, form your ultimate squad and explore into the new and unknown Marvel MOBA-verse.
Come and Fight As A Super Hero!
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—-Take to the Battlefield in Combat!
5v5 real-time super battles in Wakanda battlefield are about to shake the vast cosmos! With rich jungle resources and a dynamic map, win team battles by creating your own unique strategies, and through teamwork!
—-Over 50 Unique Super Heroes and Villains
MARVEL Super War features authentic Super Heroes from across all the Marvel universe. Choose from a huge cast of Heroes and Villains, each with unique styles and skills to join the ultimate all-star brawl.
—-Fair and Balanced Combat
No pay-to-win rune system! Balanced heroes mean balanced combat. Reputation and achievements must be earned through skill and perseverance. Enjoy the thrill of besting your opponents in fully fair fights.
—-Fight As A Super Hero！
The stage is yours! Play as your favorite character and show your strength with special attack combinations, dynamic effect and movement abilities. Create your own highlights on the battlefield!
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MARVEL Super WarPublisher: NeteaseDeveloper: NeteaseRelease Date: 2019-12-19Android, iOS
Marvel's first MOBA game on mobile!

Marvel and NetEase Games have teamed up to deliver the most dynamic, eye-popping and faithful recreation of the Marvel Universe on the small screen. Get ready to explore more possibilities and experience the action like never before!

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Blue Archive review bombed due to censorship, Director responds

Blue Archive global was review bombed for censoring an in-game scene. Previously, Nexon reassured players that the art will remain unchanged. Many players feel lied to, and as a result, took to the game’s Google Play Store page to voice their dissatisfaction.

24 hours after we covered the censorship accusations, the game’s review score on Google Play Store has dipped from 4.2 to a 2.0 score at the time of writing.

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The scene in question belonged to Volume 2, Chapter 1, Episode 4 of the game. Players have noticed that a scene depicting the character, Alice (or Aris as she’s referred to in the story), has been cropped. For a full breakdown of the scene and how it was censored, you can read our coverage of it.
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A Reddit user, u/Makiisekuriisu2232, received a reply from Blue Archive‘s Thai customer support on that issue, and shared a screenshot and a translation of the response:

The translation (edited for clarity) reads:
As the game’s global version is released in many countries around the world, some countries’ child protection laws are involved. To prevent issues from arising, we have to cut out some content to provide the service without any issue in every country. We promise that we will try to stick to the original game as much as possible.
While it’s important to comply with laws and regulations, changes—especially those that go against what was previously announced—should be informed to the community in advance.
UPDATE: Kim Yong-ha, the Program Director of Blue Archive, has responded to the issue:

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Blue ArchivePublisher: Yostar Inc, NexonDeveloper: NAT GamesRelease Date: 2021-02-04Android, iOS
You have been appointed as an advisor to the Federal Investigation Club, Schale, located in Kivotos. It's a huge academy city where numerous academies are clustered together.
Resolve the endless incidents that occur in Kivotos with charming allies full of personality, and build special memories with them!

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Ghostrunner Available Now, Nintendo Version Out In November

Developed by One More Level, 3D Realms and Slipgate Ironworks, Ghostrunner is now available to download on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. Meanwhile the Nintendo Switch version will be available November 2020.

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Awaken as a Ghostrunner, a blade-wielding warrior with unprecedented agility, and ascend humanity’s sole remaining tower city. Defy death by leaping across buildings, running on walls, and launching to new heights with the Gapjammer grappling hook. With the guidance of an enigmatic A.I. known as the Architect, uncover the Ghostrunner’s past and overthrow the tyrannical Keymaster.

Each one-hit-one-kill showdown rewards precise reflexes and white-knuckle courage. Instant respawns and generous checkpoints turn impossible odds into empowering encounters. Enter the Cyber Void to unlock new abilities, like Tempest—a short-range concussive blast—and Surge, a horizontal beam projectile killing all foes in its path. Unleash these new skills on a vengeful journey complemented by Daniel Deluxe’s intense synthwave soundtrack.

Players who own the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One versions of Ghostrunner will receive free, automatic upgrades to the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S versions, respectively, when Ghostrunner comes to next-gen consoles in 2021. The next-gen versions of the game will feature highly optimized, scalable engine and PC support for NVIDIA DLSS 2 and ray tracing via NVIDIA RTX,

If you’re interested in the game, make sure to also check out our review on Ghostrunner.
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GhostrunnerPublisher: 505 GamesDeveloper: One More LevelRelease Date: 2020-10-28Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Welcome to the future. It's gonna kill you.
Ghostrunner is a hardcore FPP slasher packed with lightning-fast action, set in a grim, cyberpunk megastructure. Climb Dharma Tower, humanity’s last shelter, after a world-ending cataclysm. Make your way up from the bottom to the top, confront the tyrannical Keymaster, and take your revenge.

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Soul Slash Saga 2 now available on stores!

The Soul Slash Saga series launches a new entry on mobile, Soul Slash Saga 2. It is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG, now available on iOS and Android platform.

3 main jobs are available – Warrior, Mage and Archer, every of them can branch out to more jobs at a higher level. You will need to pick your representative camp (Red or Blue) for 3vs3 PvP warfare too. The game features a “Soul Art” skill, where you can equip legendary character cards and unleash them when the Soul bar is full. Defeating enemies will automatically collect souls to fill up the Soul bar.

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The game is now available globally, go check it out!
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Fire Emblem Heroes – New Maps, Extra Orbs!

Not long ago, Nintendo launched its latest mobile game, Fire Emblem Heroes. Due to its successful launch, they are running a special event that allows players to challenge themselves and earn additional summoning Orbs! From 6th of February till 14th of March, there will be 5 maps available for the challenge. Each of the maps will have 2 difficulty levels which players will receive 3 Orbs when they beat each of the map on Normal and Hard for the first time.

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For the first map, it is best to send in an axe wielder and wind mages to beat it. Players will encounter two archer units, Jeorge and Gordin, in an enclosed space accompanied by Oboro who wields a spear and Robin, the thunder mage. Players will need to break down the walls to the archers’ rooms to proceed fighting with the others. Robin and Gordin can be a challenge so it is best to be cautious with them.
Here’s the schedule for the Fire Emblem Heroes launch celebration maps:

Map 1: February 6 – March 14, 2017

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Map 2: February 13 – March 14, 2017

Map 3: February 20 – March 14, 2017

Map 4: February 27 – March 14, 2017

Map 5: March 6 – March 14, 2017

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ROG Malaysia: Join the Walkers Challenge for some amazing prizes!

Until 30 September 2021, ROG Malaysia will be running the Join the Walkers Challenge!

The mechanics are given as follows:

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Set your Instagram profile to public, and save this song into your list
Upload your version of the “Join the Walkers Challenge” video on Instagram Reels, adding the song and enhancing your video as you wish
Add the hashtag #ROGAlanWalkerMY and tag @asusrogmalaysia.

Include a caption about your favourite features of the ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE
Turn on the “Also share to feed” option

Final submissions will be on 30 September 2021, 23:59. The winners will be announced on the second week of October through the ROG Malaysia Facebook page.
Prizes include:
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3 x ROG Slash Sling Bags
3 x ROG Mystery Gift Boxes
3 x ROG Alan Walker Cap and Socks

The leaderboards will also be periodically updated so that you know where you stand. The featured ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE itself recently arrived in Malaysia, where you may also purchase the Alan Walker Special Edition at RM7,999. If you think you can flex your creativity, then why not give the challenge a shot?
You can check out the event portal here for contest details, prizes and the leaderboard.

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Brown Dust to be released globally in March 2019

A fan of tactical RPG game? Rejoice as Neowiz, a Korean game company, is about to launch Brown Dust globally in this coming March. Here is the teaser:

Brown Dust is a hit in South Korea and they have also released the game in  6 Southeast Asia countries. Neowiz is now moving on to a more broader audience. That broader audience is the globe.

Players will have to utilize an array of mercenaries which they can get through summons to help them out on the battlefields. By making full use of their mercenaries potential, players can progress through the story (up to 600 stages) with ease. There are many more other modes that will keep players busy and one of them is the PvP system.
Are you excited for the global version of Brown Dust? You can pre-register now to receive a random 5 Star Mercenary and Premium Scrolls when the game comes out! Do check out their Facebook Page for updates regarding the release of the game.
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China Prohibits All Unapproved Games From Being Shown On Any Audio or Video Platforms

The government of China has announced that they will not allow video games to be shown on any audio or video platforms including online streams, variety shows, or short videos if they are not legally approved, this will include a vast number of well-known western and Japanese titles.

A report today from the Chinese government announced a number of new policies regarding “Strengthening the Live Streaming Management of Online Audio-Visual Program Platforms”. This included making it “strictly forbidden” to show footage of illegal (unapproved) video games on audio-video platforms.

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“1. It is strictly forbidden to disseminate illegal games on online audio-visual platforms. All kinds of online audio-visual programs such as online film and television dramas, online variety shows, online live broadcasts, and short videos are not allowed to broadcast online games that have not been approved by the competent authorities, and must not use live broadcast rooms and other forms to drain the illegal game content of various platforms.”
Under these laws, many popular video games will not be allowed to be streamed or have any pre-recorded footage distributed over social media.
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Elden Ring was a hit on Chinese game live streaming platforms reaching 17.1m cumulative daily average viewers in its first week.
But it’s not approved for sale there (People still find ways to buy it ofc).
If the below is fully enforced, Elden Ring couldn’t be streamed at all. https://t.co/roKxkQwatI
— Daniel Ahmad (@ZhugeEX) April 15, 2022

The government has previously banned a large number of games from being streamed on popular social media hub Bilibili. It seems this new policy has taken this position even further.
In order for video games to be legally sold in China, they must first be approved by the Ministry of Culture. In the past, this law was not so heavily enforced and as such there are many ways that users can access unapproved games such as using special apps to access international gaming platforms like Steam (the Chinese Steam lacks the majority of titles the global version has).
In the last couple of years, however, China has seen harsher enforcement of the approval laws. As result companies like Tencent have decided to shut down their version of these apps to slow users’ access to restricted games.
The government has also placed stricter content regulations on video games, such as only allowing minors to play for 3 hours every week.

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Redmi Note 11 Series calls Malaysia to Rise to the Challenge

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Xiaomi has finally brought the Redmi Note 11 series to Malaysia, with four new devices carrying on the legacy of the series: Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11. Upgrades have been made to the camera system, charging speed, display and SoC for flagship level performance that remains accessible. With them is the new Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27″ and Redmi Bud 3 Lite.

“We are excited to see the next generation of Redmi Note series come into Malaysia. The series is widely popular and a fan-favorite for its flagship-level features at a truly affordable price. Also coming with 5G variants, we are excited to see a powerful device made accessible to Malaysians.”

Nicolas Shi, Country Manager of Xiaomi for Malaysia and Singapore
The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11S have 108MP primary sensors, 8MP ultra-wide angle camera and 2MP macro camera to match your shooting needs. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11S also have a 16MP front camera for those natural, clear selfies. Meanwhile, the 2MP depth camera for the Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 provides the bokeh effect for your portraits.
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You’ll need a good screen to see all those photo details, with the Redmi Note 11 series boasting a 6.67-inch / 6.43-inch display featuring up to 120Hz refresh rate, up to 360Hz touch sampling rate FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay with DCI-P3 wide color gamut and up to 1200 nits brightness in a flat-edge body design. Dual super linear speakers are at the top and bottom of the phone for the immersive stereo sound experience.
Of course, you’ll then need the hardware to run these. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G features the Snapdragon 695 with clock speeds up to 2.2GHz. The Redmi Note 11 Pro and 11S packs the MediaTek Helio G96 and up to 8GB RAM, while the base model has a Snapdragon 680. All are kept on with a 5000mAh battery with 67W turbo charging for the Pro 5G and Pro, while the 11S and 11 has 33W Pro fast charging.
The Redmi Note 11 series will be available to pre-order / purchase in Malaysia at the respective dates:

11 – 18 February 2022

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G @ Lazada / Shopee
Redmi Note 11 Pro @ Lazada / Shopee

11 February 2022

Redmi Note 11S @ Lazada / Shopee
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                                        MODEL

                                        VARIANT

                                        PRICE (RM)

                                        AUTHORIZED XIAOMI STORE DEALS

                                        ONLINE DEALS

                                        Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

                                        6GB + 128GB

                                        1199

                                        N/A

                                        Pre-order @ RM 1099 + FREE Redmi Buds 3

                                        8GB + 128GB

                                        1299

                                        Pre-order for free premium gifts worth RM328

                                        Pre-order for free Mi Smart Band 6

                                        Redmi Note 11 Pro

                                        6GB + 128GB

                                        999

                                        N/A

                                        Pre-order @ RM 949 + FREE Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2

                                        8GB + 128GB

                                        1099

                                        Pre-order for free premium gifts worth RM328

                                        Pre-order for free Mi Smart Band 6

                                        Redmi Note 11S

                                        6GB + 64GB

                                        899

                                        N/A

                                        RM799

                                        8GB + 128GB

                                        999

                                        Pre-order for free premium gifts worth RM139

                                        Free Redmi Buds 3

                                        Redmi Note 11

                                        4GB + 64GB

                                        749

                                        N/A

                                        RM699

                                        6GB + 128GB

                                        799

                                        Pre-order for free premium gifts worth RM139

                                        Free Redmi Buds 3

Then we have the Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27″, designed for immersive gaming featuring 2560 x 1440 QHD display and 165Hz refresh rate. It also offers a 132% sRGB wide color gamut, 95% of DCI-P3 colour range and native 8-bit colour system to accurately reproduce 16.7 million colours. It can hit a max brightness of 400cd/m2 with VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, on top of a 178 degree viewing angle and ultra-slim bezels. Stay tuned via Facebook to get your own at RM 1699.

Last but not least, the Redmi Buds 3 Lite also makes its debut! The ergonomic, comfortable design will keep these secure in your ears, all the while providing outstanding performance with up to 5 hours on single charge and up to 18 hours in the case. The noise-reduction algorithm can extract human voices and reduce background noise for clarity. With Bluetooth v5.2, enjoy improved anti-interference capabilities, more stable connections, and low latency mode for your gaming needs. It can keep itself safe thanks to IP54 dust and water resistance too! Available in Black and White, these can be yours at RM 99 soon, availability to be announced on Facebook.

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Naruto returns from his final fight with Sasuke as DLC in Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker

One of the most unique variants of the protagonist so far, Naruto (Last Battle), will be available as a DLC character in Naruto To Boruto: Shinobi Striker.

The announcement of Naruto (Last Battle) as DLC appeared in the following tweet by Naruto Video Games:

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Get ready to unlock a new level of power with Naruto Uzumaki (Last Battle), coming soon to #ShinobiStriker. Revive, heal and buff your allies with the Six Paths Power. pic.twitter.com/4wYsHdL17j
— Naruto Video Games (@Narutovideogame) January 18, 2021
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What sets Naruto (Last Battle) apart from all the previous iterations of the character in Shinobi Striker is his ability to heal allies.
This version of Naruto takes the character during his final battle with Sasuke. As the climactic end to the Naruto series, both characters, worn out from the Fourth Shinobi World War and fighting Kaguya Otsutsuki, had to fight one another for the last time. Whether this means we will have the Last Battle version of Sasuke remains unknown.
Naruto To Boruto: Shinobi Striker is a multiplayer beat em’ up game featuring characters from both Naruto and Boruto. The game is available on Steam, PS4 and Xbox One. Check out the game and the DLC here.

New Graphic Style
Enjoy a new graphic style with more vivid colors for characters, maps and ninjutsu
Dynamic 3rd Person Perspective
Dynamic 3rd person ninja gameplay lets players take advantage of an arena environment with vertical running and jumping
Choose Your Team
Features favorite Naruto characters and teams from the series including Naruto, Sasuke, and Team 7

Naruto To Boruto: Shinobi StrikerPublisher: Bandai Namco EntertainmentDeveloper: SoleilRelease Date: 2018-08-31Microsoft Windows, Steam
Battle as a team of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, SHINOBI STRIKER is also built from the ground up in a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and fight online to see who the best ninjas are!

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Quintessential Quintuplets Mobile Game opens Pre-registration

Enish co., Ltd. has just announced pre-registrations for their upcoming mobile game based on the series “Quintessential Quintuplets” or 5 Toubun for short.

– Anime Synopsis –

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Quintessential Quintuplets is a series where the story follows the daily life of a high school student named Futaro Uesugi who is hired as a private tutor for a group of quintuplets who preform poorly academically. At the very beginning of the story, it is indicated Futaro will marry with one of the Nakano quintuplets but the identity of the bride is unknown until near the end of the story.
– Game Synopsis –
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This game is a romantic comedy puzzle game in which you can proceed with deepening the bonds with the quintuplets of Ichika, Nino, Sanku, Yoyo, May.
The player can fully experience the main story, Futaro Uesugi, as well as the original story, as well as a new story fully supervised by the editorial department of “Weekly Shonen Magazine” in full voice.
– Pre-registration method –

Part 1: Follow the game app official Twitter account.
Part 2: Add the game app official LINE account as a friend.
Part 3: Register your email address on the game application official website.

– Pre-registration milestone rewards –

80,000 people: x2 Gacha Coins
120,000 people: x4 Gacha Coins
200,000 people: x6 Gacha Coins
280,000 people: x8 Gacha Coins
320,000 people: x10 Gacha Coins

The pre-registration period will be held on August 8 2020 till September 30 2020 23:59.
For more information regarding the pre-registration as well as future updates, do check out their official Twitter account.

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Harry Potter : Magic Awakened Release Date Announced, Launches Globally Late June

Warner Bros Games and NetEase Games have announced the release date for Harry Potter : Magic Awakened, which will be launching on mobile devices globally on 27th June 2023.

Harry Potter: Magic Awakened is a free to play, immersive collectible card and massively multiplayer wizarding duelling game which features a blend of strategy RPG elements. Players will discover all the milestones of a student studying at Hogwarts, such as being sorted into a House, taking classes from new and familiar professors, exploring the Forbidden Forest, dancing with a friend at the Dance Club and much more.

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As players progress through Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, they’ll be able to learn and cast spells in the form of cards. Players will need to master these spells while devising strategies and form winning combinations, as they venture through increasingly challenging trials or even duel other players.
There is also currently a pre-registration milestone campaign where players are able to receive free rewards depending on the milestone reached. Players who are interested in pre-registering for the game can do so here.
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To summarise, the release date for Harry Potter: Magic Awakened is on the 27th June 2023 and the game will launch for both Android and iOS. For more information on the title and future updates, do check out the game’s official website here.

Harry Potter: Magic AwakenedPublisher: NeteaseDeveloper: NeteaseRelease Date TBCAndroid, iOS

Your journey to master the magic starts here! You are invited to attend the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Duel in thrilling multiplayer, real-time matches. Browse the dazzling shops of Diagon Alley, solve mysteries as you roam the school halls, play Quidditch, dance at the Ball, explore the Forbidden Forest, and more in this new card collection and role-playing game!

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Gungrave GORE Is A Throwback With All That That Entails, Unfortunately

Even though I was a bit too young to get into the original Gungrave, Gungrave GORE has seemingly all it takes to catch my eye: a huge, buff man swinging around a chain and coffin, a techno-dystopic city and a promise of a hybrid between a third-person shooter and a hack-n-slash.

Still, despite all the good things it has going for it, Gungrave GORE is a game targeted at an extreme niche audience- one with slightly skewed sensibilities compared to your average gamer.

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How does it stack up? Read on and find out.
Clever Hybrid Gameplay
One of the best things Gungrave GORE has going for it is its initial thesis statement. While it’s technically a third person shooter, it eschews everything the genre would lead you to believe are staples. There’s no cover in sight, no ammo to speak of and you barely even need to aim since the first thing the game shows you is the auto-aim function.
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Instead, it’s way more important to treat GORE as what it secretly is: a character action game, where the main character’s weapons just so happen to be dual pistols. It has that very old school chara-action methodology of your starting kit technically being good enough to beat the game with- all additional moves you buy are just a matter of being flashier.
My main complaint with GORE’s combat is that it’s almost stuck in its 2002-era past. A lot of your combat if you’re not messing around trying to be artsy will be just walking forward and shooting. While it looks good in screenshots it certainly isn’t as fun to actually play. Instead it’s up to the player to constantly seek out new, fun combo ideas like grappling into dudes and doing sick dropkicks with your gun-coffin.

Still, that’s not to say there aren’t cool ideas being put on display here: Gore has a parry with a very generous window, but has a catch- you can only use it if you;’re standing still. Meanwhile, every coffin combo requires the player to be holding a directional input to use it. As a result now you’re really forced to think about the buttons you’re pressing, since you can’t combo off the parry swing but you absolutely can off the command-input version.
Similarly, there’s plenty of options you can buy with the game’s grab mechanic too. While originally the game only lets you used grabbed enemies as a human shield, you’re also able to buy two finishers- one where you execute the guy with your coffin and one more where you slam them into the ground so hard it causes an AoE explosion.
The fact every action you take has very specific functions makes for a very disciplined action shooter, and that’s great. Considering the game’s overshield-style health it’s great to see that so many of these decisions end up being offense-based, instead of just being a game of “find the nearest knee-high wall” to hide behind.
The Execution Of That Gameplay Though…
While mechanically the game has some great ideas, it’s the execution of these ideas that raise problems. The level design for Gungrave GORE is frustrating at best and downright unplayable at its worst, with levels that don’t feel fun to be in.
A huge part of it comes down to how linear the game is- even though you’ll see enemies come out from rooms, there’s never actually any reward for doing so. Instead the game is essentially long hallway with the occasional turn. Quite literally in at least one level’s case, where it straight-up was just a long hallway that you have to continuously move down.
This level will likely hold up in the hall of fame of some of the worst levels ever made- and at no point does Gore even need to swim to do it
It’s made worse by the fact Grave doesn’t control that well outside of combat. Your dodge roll has all the urgency of Digimon Survive’s development cycle, and feels downright unusable in the game. You can still shoot while dodging, but the lack of a clean dodge animation means you never feel like you’re getting out of danger, and dodging too early is almost always going to be punished.
It’s a bad feeling because mobility is one of those things you really notice in this genre- so the fact that it was an active decision to make Grave’s feel so bad without a good alternative just feels like an overall downer.
A Lack Of Polish
The game’s bossfights suffer the most from its bad controls- such as this one where you have to either jump or dodge the boss’ incoming attacks and fight the horrible visual feedback

This doesn’t just extend to his crummy dodge, either. All in all, Gungrave GORE has a severe problem when it comes to its overall polish. So many animations lack that big kick that other games would make sure to have. A key part of Grave’s movesets are these executions and Demolition Shots, which replenish your shield and health respectively. The only problem is, they all have this weird delay to them that makes it really hard to tell if it actually replenished your meters or not.
Similarly, other big, meaty moves just lack that kick to them. One of the demolition shots you get is supposed to be a big ground slam, but it feels more like Grave gently knocking the ground to tell the floor to kill his enemies when it’s convenient.
Even the game’s Devil Trigger equivalent, Fury Mode, feels equally unremarkable. It’s just a shame because the game’s visual presentation is such a strong first impression- why can’t it follow it up?
Closing Thoughts
Despite it all, when you’re wailing on a huge crowd of mobsters, the game does feel incredibly fun
Gungrave GORE is a great example of a game that absolutely nails its first impression, but doesn’t follow it up with the same gravitas. It’s not like I’d say to avoid the game entirely- I feel like character action fans are more tolerant of a little jank and I highly implore them to check out the game if it piques their interest.
But the game’s own shortcomings will definitely hurt its appeal to the mainstream. I doubt that’s what it was ever aiming for, but it should be noted that anyone expecting that triple-A level of polish or even cohesion is likely to play GORE for a few hours before deciding the game’s ultimately not for them.
Weirdly enough I find myself thinking of this title with some fondness. It reminds me of the peak of the PS3 era- weird games with unique controls, rather than constant retreads of the same genres and titles. The problem is that while definitely evoking a more old school design philosophy, it also feels about as polished as some of the less favorable entries of that generation as well.
Gungrave GORE Review

                                        Pros

                                        Cons

                                        Genuinely unique gameplay

                                        Has all the polish of a rock half-buried in mud

                                        Visually striking

                                        Feels incredibly dated

                                        Mobility is not this game's forte

Gungrave GORE Reviewed on PS5. Review code provided by PLAION

Gungrave GOREPublisher: PLAIONDeveloper: Iggymob LtdRelease Date: 2022-11-22Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Gungrave G.O.R.E is a stylish third-person action shooter by South-Korean Studio IGGYMOB in which you take on the role of Grave, a gunslinger of resurrection and badass anti-hero of your dreams, mowing down tons of enemies in a gory ballet of bullets.

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Genshin Impact final closed beta announced for 2 July

miHoYo announces today that its open-world action RPG title, Genshin Impact, will launch its Final Closed Beta on 2 July 2020. With this closed beta will be cross-platform co-op mode, so players will be able to team up with friends on Playstation 4, PC and mobile.

Genshin Impact is an open-world action RPG title set in the expansive fantasy world of Teyvat. It offers a lively open world, a variety of characters, element-based combat and exploration, and an engaging story. Players take on the role of the mysterious “Traveler,” who sets off on a journey to find their lost sibling and ultimately unravels the many mysteries of Teyvat in addition to their own.

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During the beta, players will be able to explore Mondstadt and Liyue — two of the seven major cities in Teyvat — as well as the vast surrounding landscape full of creatures to encounter, enemies to fight, mysteries to solve, and hidden treasures to find. Players can build their four-person party from a wide range of playable characters, using their varying combat styles and elemental abilities to overcome different obstacles in the world. By switching characters in combat, players can experiment with elemental combos and master the art of striking down enemies with powerful chain reactions.
Genshin Impact will be on PS4 for the first time with this final closed beta, with more players now able to hunt down monsters and delve into dungeons together, employing strategic combinations of skills and elements in battle.
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The game is still expected for a 2020 release. You can check out our closed beta impressions from March 2020 to know what to expect.

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Idol Fantasy announced by Square Enix

Square Enix has just announced Idol Fantasy, scheduled for a release on the Android and iOS platforms in Japan sometime in summer.

Described as an “excitement magic-casting fantasy x idol training game” Idol Fantasy gathers heroes from a world known also as “the world of swords and magic”  and casts them as idols who will make their debut in the real world. Players take on the role as producer, taking said idols to the very top.

If this sounds like your cup of tea, know that pre-registration is now open. As usual the rewards scale accordingly to the number of users that pre-register, so the more that do it, the better the prize! Despite the deluge of idol games in the market right now, it would be interesting to see where Square Enix intends to go with this.

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N-INNOCENCE has new Japan release date

After having been delayed from its original November 2021 launch, Asobimo has announced a new release date for their upcoming mobile game, N-INNOCENCE. According to the official Twitter, the release date for N-INNOCENCE (in Japan anyway) will be 20 April 2022, should there be no further delays.

The usual giveaway campaigns for gift cards to Japanese residents are available as usual. This time, the official Twitter is also doing social events where fans can try and guess the voice actor and who they expect the character will be like.

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Going by the official notice, the delay was meant to be in service of improving the basic functionality of the game as well as add content, which they have now completed. You should be able to expect more promotional videos and related campaigns as is typically the case in the lead up to launch.
What we know so far about the game is that its story is said to revolve around the themes of mythology, while giving them a science fiction flavour. Norse, Japanese and Greek mythology are said to be featuring in the first three chapters of the game respectively, presumably with more to come. Gameplay wise, it is meant to invoke a visual style similar to a 2D fighting game, with extremely intuitive controls; tap repeatedly for combos, hold for special attacks, and the like.
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Arena of Valor Nintendo Switch Beta Coming This Week!

Arena of Valor as one of the most played MOBAs on the mobile has made its way onto the Nintendo Switch and it was yet announced again during E3. With big titles coming on the Nintendo Switch, Tencent also wants to be part of the hype as well. That said, the beta for the Nintendo Switch will be released this coming 28th June!

However, this is a closed beta so that means there’s a limit to how many beta testers can be on the game. For those who are interested, you can apply by answering a quick questionnaire. Then all you have to do is just wait for them to email you the code to access the game.

Though this closed beta will run from 28th June to July 12th and is the first closed beta to run outside of Europe, there’s a possibility the beta will also be available in Malaysia and Singapore as well (since they also asked for your region in the questionnaire). Those participating in the test will also be able to receive a free Krixi skin! Though not stated but it’s possible that it will be Krixi’s Lunar Fairy skin.
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Megahouse MegaHobby Expo 2020 starts now

Via its official website, Japan-based toy and figurine retailer Megahouse announced that its Megahouse MegaHobby Expo 2020 will be kicking off on 30 October 2020. The fully-online event will run until 1 November 2020, and participants will be able to appreciate the various prototypes that have been painted and are rather far along in the production process.

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Examples of stuff from the following franchises are expected to make an appearance, and they include Demon Slayer, Digimon Adventure, Mobile Suit Gundam, One Piece and Cyber Formula. While no specific characters were named, you can probably just expect the popular mainstays from their respective franchises to be featured. The event will also see companies such as Dengeki Hobby, Hobby Japan, Aniplex and Kotobukiya showing off their wares as well.
With it being purely digital, Megahouse also took to Twitter to tease some of the figurines that will showcased at the event. The tweets have, among other things, showcased Kallen from Code Geass and Hinata from Naruto. While the event itself will only last two days, the Megahouse MegaHobby Expo 2020 website and its contents will remain online until 16 November 2020.
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Be sure to drop by any of the following social media platforms for more details and other surprises:
MegaHouse Twitter
MegaHouse Instagram
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ASUS ROG Announces ROG Ally, the First Windows 11 Gaming Handheld

ASUS ROG has announced the ROG Ally, a gaming handheld device that runs on Windows 11. The ROG Ally features an AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor, high refresh-rate touchscreen and a lightweight and ergonomic design.

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The ROG Ally comes equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor with RDNA 3 graphics which supports a wide range of titles, from indie games to AAA titles. The handheld also uses a dual-fan system with ultrathin heatsink fins and high-friction heat pipes to make sure the device stays cool.
Additionally, the ROG Ally features a 120 Hz FHD 1080p display panel with a maximum brightness of 500 nits. It also features a touchscreen that lets users navigate seamlessly when changing settings or installing their next game.
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Windows 11 Gaming
Running on Windows 11, users are able to access all their publisher libraries and game streaming services on a single device. Navigating the Windows desktop is made seamless through the Ally’s joysticks and buttons and touchscreen support.
A special edition of Armoury Crate will be making its debut with the ROG Ally. It comes customised with quick performance mode toggle , a game launcher, in-game monitoring software, Aura Sync support, and more. ROG will also be offering a bundled 90-day trial of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, giving users access to hundreds of titles.
Design
Weighing at 608g, the ROG Ally makes for a lightweight and portable handheld that allows for uninterrupted and comfortable gameplay. It’s handgrips are also ergonomically designed with unique triangle texturing on the rear which makes for a solid hold on the machine from any angle.

For more details on the ROG Ally, a launch event will be held on 11th May 2023 where the full specifications and pricing will be revealed.

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Genshin Impact: When Flowers Bloom web event

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Genshin Impact has commenced a new web event, When Flowers Bloom, ahead of the release of Kamisato Ayato who is featured here. The event’s rules are given as follows:

〓Event Period〓

03/25/2022 12:00 – 03/30/2022 23:59 (UTC +8)
〓Event Summary〓
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During the event, Travelers will need to complete the designated event tasks as well as help the Yashiro Commission servants plant flowers. Upon completion, you will receive in-game items as rewards.
〓Gameplay Details〓
1. During the event, Travelers will need to complete the event tasks as well as help the Yashiro Commission servants plant flowers. Once the flowers have fully bloomed, you will receive in-game items as rewards.
2. Complete the corresponding tasks in the event to increase the growth progress of the flowers. When the growth progress reaches 9 points, you can receive Primogems and other in-game rewards.
〓In-Game Rewards〓
After helping the Yashiro Commission servants plant flowers, Travelers can obtain in-game rewards, such as Primogems and Character Ascension Materials.
〓Event Notes〓
1. Please log in to the event using your HoYoverse Account and select your corresponding character in Genshin Impact to take part. This will ensure that your rewards can be sent and claimed correctly.
2. The growth status of the flowers will be recorded in the growth progress, and you can receive Primogems and other in-game rewards when the growth progress reaches 9 points.
3. In-game rewards obtained by completing event tasks need to be collected manually. Rewards cannot be claimed after the event ends. Please claim them in time.
4. The in-game rewards will be distributed via in-game mail. The mail will expire after 30 days, so don’t forget to claim the rewards in time.
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Genshin ImpactPublisher: miHoYoDeveloper: miHoYoRelease Date: 2020-09-28Android, iOS, PlayStation 4
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.

You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.

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HUAWEI presents nova 2i in collaboration with Hannah Delisha

With tenacious singer and actress Hannah Delisha as the ambassador, HUAWEI Consumer Business Group recently unveils the latest entry to its nova series – nova 2i. Featuring HUAWEI’s first quad cameras, 5.9-inch edge-to-edge display and smart ambient front flashlight, we could see the potential for HUAWEI nova 2i to take over the mid-range smartphone market by a storm.

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High-performance photography experience has become a must-have aspect for smartphones nowadays. By introducing quad-cameras with 13MP+2MP dual lenses on the front and 16MP+2MP dual lenses on the rear, HUAWEI nova 2i now sets a new standard in selfie perfection and smartphone photography. The phone also offers several photography capabilities including bokeh effect, portrait enhancements and F2.0 wide aperture.

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With HUAWEI nova 2i, you will be able to capture stunning selfies even in low-light conditions thanks to its smart DSLR-level ambient front flashlight that adjusts the light intensity according to ambient lighting. Also, the camera features 120-degree wide camera projection angle and 4500K color temperature.

Besides, since smartphone users are craving for immersive visual experience, HUAWEI nova 2i features 5.93″ FullView display with an 83% screen-to-body real estate, giving 12.5% more display with full HD (1080 x 2160) and a ratio of 18:9. The phone uses Emotion UI 5.1 that adapts and auto-fits its contents to the new screen, so you could access more screen content while scrolling less. You can play mobile games in a large and extensive field of view too.

The phone powers the HUAWEI Kirin 659 octa-core processor, 4GB and 64GB ROM along with a 3340 mAh battery, multitasking and gaming will be seamless without a problem. Measuring as little as 7.5mm, its design is pleasant to look at.

HUAWEI nova 2i is available in Graphite Black, Prestige Gold and Aurora Blue at RM1, 299.00. Especially on 13 October (its official launch day), you can get a premium gift set worth RM499 (selfie stick, headphone and smartphone ring holder) by purchasing the phone at HUAWEI Experience stores or Display Zones. For more information, you can visit their official website or official Facebook page.

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Total War: Pharaoh Interview: Director and Designer Talk About Making A Historically Authentic Ancient Egypt

We got the chance to interview two of the leads on the upcoming historical strategy game Total War: Pharaoh, Game Director Todor Nikolov, and Battle Designer Hristo Enev.

As you can imagine from the makers of Total Wars, the two were very much into history. Many of their answers to our interview questions for Total War: Pharaoh were honestly less like answers and more full-on history lectures about Bronze Age empires. It was fascinating and gave us a greater insight into how Total War decides on a setting and creates an authentic warfare experience.

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                    Todor Nikolov

                    Hristo Enev

Todor Nikolov started as a QA tester before becoming a full-on game designer. Upon joining Creative Assembly, he worked on the Total War: ROME II DLC Empire Divided before being appointed to the position of Lead Game Designer for Rise of the Republic DLC. Afterward, he performed the same role on Total War Saga: Troy and is now the director for Total War: Pharaoh.
Hristo Enev started at Creative Design over five years ago, working almost exclusively as a QA technician for Total War Saga: Troy. After the game’s release, he became a Battle Designer for the Troy Mythos DLC and will be doing the same for Pharaoh.
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In this interview, the two told us more about why they chose Ancient Egypt for the next Total
War game and what they hope to add in Pharaoh in terms of historical immersion and improving on past gameplay mechanics.
Why Ancient Egypt?

In many ways, the decision to bring the Total War series to Ancient Egypt isn’t surprising. The land of the Pharaohs remains an ever-popular historical setting for many games, movies, and other pieces. With over a thousand years of dynasties and monarchs, however, it can be difficult to decide on what period in Egypt to go for. Todor explained that the team decided on the end of The New Kingdom as they believed it would be the best fit for a Total War setting thanks to Egypt’s military campaigns extending into the wider region.
“Older periods did not have a sufficient amount of military technology to represent a Total War game in an interesting way. This is what naturally drew us towards the New Kingdom Period because at that point the Egyptians had chariots”.
“Taking a look at the new kingdom, we went through the various periods and various important pharaohs, and finally, we decided to go with the late bronze age which comes at the end of the New Kingdom and it ticked a lot of boxes. It is fitting to be the setting of a Total War title because by this point Egypt is no longer confined to the banks of the Nile. It extends far away and in addition, there are other empires, there is also the Hittite Empire and they have their own enemies that they need to defend themselves against. Egypt is constantly at war with the raiding Nomad Desert and Sea Peoples while there are mountain tribes that are threatening the Hittite Empire”.
The crux of the decision was essentially to find an era when Egypt was truly at Total War both internally and with neighboring Kingdoms, all in one of the most chaotic areas in antiquity.
The Bronze Age Collapse
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The Bronze Age Collapse is an event that saw multiple Empires in ruin due to a number of political, and economic problems as well as having to deal with invading groups.
“During this period, both of these empires [Egyptian Empire and Hittite Empire] have their share of internal strife,” says Todor “We’re representing the collapse of The Bronze Age, it’s a historical term that describes the way in which most of the civilizations in this part of the world got completely destroyed. Egypt was an exception because of Ramses III [who is playable in the game]. He managed to repel the invaders, The Sea Peoples, who tried to threaten Egypt and in this way ensure the survival of Egypt”.
Todor notes that creating the feeling of The Bronze Age Destruction was an important aspect of the game which can be seen in the changing maps and battlefields.
“After the Bronze Age collapsed, it was kind of an apocalyptic landscape with destroyed settlements and ruins. After that, there were a couple of centuries of dark ages, and Egypt survived through those only by virtue of Ramses III. This is what we chose the believe and this is how we chose the represent it in the game”.
“So, all in all, we have these magnificent civilizations that are about to collapse and there are external invaders that are coming from across the sea, bringing destruction. There are internal civil wars and this all combines to create an excellent Total War setting”.
Meet The Hittites
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It’s not just Ancient Egypt who are playable in the game, Todor also told us more about the other two factions that are playable in the game: The Hittites and The Canaanites. Starting with the former he explained that the Hittites were an enigmatic group with a long history in the region.
“The Hittite Empire of Ancient Anatolia (Turkey) is a very enigmatic civilization. One of the things I find particularly interesting is that we got to learn that they existed relatively late. Like everyone knows about the Ancient Egyptians but Hittites were discovered somewhere in the 20th century so it’s very late. Before that, they were mentioned in the Bible and all of a sudden scientists discovered, yes these were actual people, they lived in Anatolia and they built magnificent stone settlements and worshiped their specific gods”.
“They were pretty influential, at some point, they aggressively expanded and clashed with Egypt, there is a very famous battle near the city of Kadesh where the forces of Ramses II and the Hittites went into a battle, and both sides claimed victory”.
Unlike Egypt, they didn’t survive the Bronze Age Collapse however that doesn’t mean they weren’t a powerful foe. The Team aimed to showcase them as accurately as possible in terms of units, characters, and playstyle.
“We want the game to represent both the way they fought, the settlements they lived in, and the relationships between their different rulers. They were a great empire, but they did not survive the bronze age collapse. In fact, you will have the chance to play as Suppiluliuma, their last great king who we believe put everything that he could towards protecting his people and keeping his empire together but he seems to have failed”.
Meet The Canaanites
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The final faction in the game is the Canaanites. Unlike Egypt and the Hittite Empire, the Canaanites are not a single political entity but rather comprised of small kingdoms and city-states, inhabiting an area on the Eastern Coast of the Mediterranean. Because they were sandwiched between the Egyptians in the South and the Hittites in the North, they’re framed as a more flexible group and can more easily adapt to different situations.
“The Canaanites found different ways to survive. They would often use the cultural influence of the great empires that controlled them to their advantage. Back in the bronze age, the pharaohs had periodical expeditions where they would visit their Canaanite dominions to make sure they still paid their tribute. The Canaanites would show to be obedient but then they would not always pay what they owed the pharaoh”.
In the game, this is represented by the Caananites being a middle ground between agile Egypt and the tankier Hittites. Whether this makes them a jack of all trades or a master of none will come down to the player.
Will Total War: Pharaoh Have Fantasy Elements?
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One of the bigger questions that Total War fans may have about Pharaohs is whether it will have any fantasy aspects. While the series is primarily known for recreating historical settings, the previous games have been collaborations with the Warhammer fantasy series, and even the previous historical title, Total War: Three Kingdoms, contained fantastical elements.
Old-school fans should rest assured however as Todor has confirmed that Pharaoh will have a full historical setting with no supernatural parts.
“With Pharaoh, we are aiming to represent the Bronze Age Peroid in a historically authentic way so there are no fantastical or mythological elements. For example, we have an aspect of the game related to the bronze age religion but we are representing the people worshipping the gods and how the people’s faith affects them and their thinking. We’re not featuring any supernatural beings that would directly appear somewhere and affect the game in any palpable way”.
War Across The Desert
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From here, the developers spoke more about the game’s battle system with Hristo talking about the different units that can be expected in the game.
“As Todor said, we are aiming at historical authenticity with the game, no supernatural creatures. With it, there are a number of changes since most of your units are infantry, we’ve divided those into different groups or categories. You have more diversity to choose different spears and shields, maybe if they’re Hittie they have heavy armor so they are even better at defending a line”.
He says that several types of weapons will be present in the game including swords, ranged weapons like javelins and Nubian Longbows, and of course, chariot units. Each of these is further split it light, heavy, and medium-style weapons that work better against certain enemies and in certain environments.
“The Hittites tended to use heavier chariots while the Egyptians mostly used lighter chariots used in sandy areas with ranged weapons and they use them more like skirmishing units. They get close to the enemy, they shoot and they move back. That’s how we represent them in the game as well. There is a middle ground with the medium chariots which are not as melee-focused as the Hittite chariots and they’re not as fast and agile as the light chariots”.
Navel Battles
Considering the importance of the River Nile in Ancient Egypt, we also asked Todor if there would be any naval battles in the games. He says that if two ships meet on the water, they’ll go to land to have the battle.
“Navel battles in the game are going to be represented in the same way that they were represented in Total War Troy and in Total War Warhammer which means that when armies meet somewhere that is seaborne or in the River Nile which is a sea of its own, they will disembark from their ships and they will wage a land battle”.
Laying Siege
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Hristo also went into more detail about siege battles, where the player is tasked with capturing a settlement, or fortress. These include new siege ladders, siege towers, and battering rams to give better options for breaking passed the walls.
They will also be adding multiple victory points that must all be acquired for victory. This was to make the game more challenging compared to previous games where there was only one victory point.
“In previous total war games, there was one victory point. When you attack a settlement you tend to get inside a settlement, and probably rush towards the victory point, capture that, and wait for the timer to go and then win the battle.
“We changed that to have siege battles involve three victory points and minor settlements have two victory points so in order to win the battle you need to have all three or at least two along with the defender’s morale breaking because you control more of the settlement. Each of these victory points also has an effect on its own for example if you have a marketplace, that is an important part of the settlement and it provides a moral bonus to whoever controls it”.
At the start of the battle, the defender holds all victory points, giving them an advantage. The attacker will have to work to find weaknesses in their defense and think about how to exploit them.
Building The Pyramids
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Since this interview was primarily about the battle system, we didn’t ask too much about the construction and diplomacy aspect of the game however, we were about the learn more about the Pyramids. Being one of the most iconic images of Ancient Egypt, Todor says they will be visible on the overworld map and that players will have the opportunity to build their own.
“You will be able to construct buildings in some places on the campaign map. In addition to that, in other circumstances, you might choose to build a pyramid of your own which is not accurate for this historical period because nobody had the resources to construct a pyramid but we felt that if the players choose to have their own pyramid as a pharaoh, they should be able to do that”.
“Also, the Great Pyramid of Giza will be featured on the campaign map along with the Sphinx as well as other well-recognizable Egyptian monuments and famous places like the Valley of the Kings so you will be able to see those”.
Feedback From Past Games
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The last Total War developed was Total War: Warhammer III a well-received strategy game that was successful for Creative Assembly but as with everything, there’s always room for improvement. In terms of feedback from that game, Todor said one of the main aspects they improved on was adding matched combat animation for greater immersion.
“We have taken into account a lot of user feedback from various sources. A lot of that feedback made its way into the game in the form of fixes and new features. One of the feedback was that players would like the see-matched combat animations because they significantly increase the immersion and make the battles more spectacular in general. We implemented those in the game so now there are matched combat animations for all units in the game.
They have also updated the siege mechanics in the game, removing the disliked “pocket ladders” in favor of full-on siege towers.
“Another aspect we got from player feedback is related to the sieges and siege equipment. We decided to remove the so-called ‘pocket ladders’ so when you’re attacking a settlement and your unit marches against the wall and they get out ladders, out of thin air. This felt immersion-breaking for a lot of people which is why you’ll no longer do that, you have to have siege towers which are replacing the pocket ladders. They’re quick to construct but they’re not well-armored so if you choose to attack the settlement quickly you risk the life of your men”.
Final Message
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To end the interview, we asked Total War: Pharaoh if they had any final message for the fans. Hristo said that he hopes players “experience the authenticity of the period” and Todor gave a larger comment saying that he hopes fans enjoy the greater sense of freedom from the sandbox gameplay that has also played a park in Total War.
“I would like to point out to the fans that the sandbox has always been the core of the Total War experience. With the boundaries of the sandbox, we want to give the plates freedom of choice in various ways. In campaigns, you can decide to be the Pharaoh or the Great King of The Hittites or not be either and do your own thing, whatever it is. You might choose to protect Egypt or destroy Egypt. We’re also providing you with additional campaign options that you can tweak and play. So my message to the fans would be to enjoy the game and play it in the way that they want to play it”.
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We thank Todor and Hristo for speaking to us about Total War: Pharaoh for this interview. As I mentioned at the beginning, I could sense the passion these guys had for history as they explained each question, they truly seemed invested in bringing New Kingdom Ancient Egypt to life. Considering fans have been itching for another fully historical Total War game, this passion should hopefully shine through and lead to a great new age for Total War.
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Total War: Pharaoh is available for PC via Steam and The Epic Game Store.
For more information on the game, check out our preview where we go over its setting and gameplay in more detail.

Total War: PharaohPublisher: SegaDeveloper: Creative AssemblyRelease Date TBCMicrosoft Windows
Total War: Pharaoh, the newest entry in the award-winning strategy series, immerses you in ancient Egypt at the zenith of its power. Master dynamic real-time battles, forge a lasting empire, and stand against the collapse of an iconic civilization.

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Razer DeathStalker V2 series unveiled

The Razer DeathStalker keyboard returns in new form with its V2 lineup with the DeathStalker V2 Pro, DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeyless, and DeathStalker V2. With clean, low-profile design, its understated looks belies its high-profile performance with both linear and clicky variants of Razer’s Low-profile Optical Switches across the range. The premium experience is complemented with a slim-line aluminum top plate and laser-etched keycaps with an ultra-durable coating for greatest longevity.

“The original DeathStalker became a fan favorite due to its innovative chiclet style design and next-level typing feel within a sleek low-profile form factor. With the new DeathStalker V2 range, we’ve kept the low-profile aesthetic of the original keyboard, but included our latest technology innovations, such as Razer Optical Switches and Razer HyperSpeed Wireless, to give gamers a fast, feature-packed gaming keyboard experience.”

Chris Mitchell, Head of the PC Gaming Division at Razer
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Razer™ Low-profile Optical Switches
70-million keystroke lifespan
Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology
Razer™ HyperSpeed Multi-device Support
Connect via Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth, or Type C
Multi-functional media button and media roller
Ultra-durable coated ABS keycaps
Razer Chroma™ RGB customizable backlighting with 16.8 million color options
40-hour Battery Life
Razer™ Synapse enabled
Hybrid On-Board Memory and Cloud Storage – up to 5 profiles
Fully programmable key with on-the-fly- macro recording
N-key roll over
Gaming mode option
Detachable braided fiber Type C cable
5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
SGD319.00 / RM999.00 MSRP
Razer.com & Authorized resellers – July 26, 2022

ABOUT THE RAZER DEATHSTALKER V2 PRO TENKEYLESS

Razer™ Low-profile Optical Switches
70-million keystroke lifespan
Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology
Razer™ HyperSpeed Multi-device Support
Connect via Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth, or Type C
Multi-functional media button and media roller
Ultra-durable coated ABS keycaps
Razer Chroma™ RGB customizable backlighting with 16.8 million color options
50-hour Battery Life
Razer™ Synapse enabled
Hybrid On-Board Memory and Cloud Storage – up to 5 profiles
Fully programmable key with on-the-fly- macro recording
N-key roll over
Gaming mode option
Detachable braided fiber Type C cable
5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
SGD299 / RM929.00 MSRP
Razer.com & Authorized resellers – Q3, 2022

ABOUT THE RAZER DEATHSTALKER V2

Razer™ Low-profile Optical Switches
70-million keystroke lifespan
Multi-functional media button and media roller
Ultra-durable coated ABS keycaps
Razer Chroma™ RGB customizable backlighting with 16.8 million color options
Razer™ Synapse enabled
Hybrid On-Board Memory and Cloud Storage – up to 5 profiles
Fully programmable key with on-the-fly- macro recording
N-key roll over
Gaming mode option
Detachable braided fiber Type C cable
5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
SGD249.00 / RM799.00 MSRP
Razer.com & Authorized resellers – Q3, 2022

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