Pokemon Plamo BIG Magikarp Review – FISH!!!

Look, Magikarp is pretty great. It’s an amazingly well-designed Pokemon– after all, it’s a fish, no pretenses about it. The Pokemon is associated with cringe-ass motivational posters, cool easter eggs in Pokemon Snap as well as my favorite stage in Pokken Tournament, the best Pokemon game.

With the Pokemon Plamo BIG Magikarp, our favorite Piscine Pokemon gets a nice chunky kit dedicated to its likeness. How does it stack up? Read on and find out.

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Construction
The Pokemon Plamo BIG Magikarp is actually a really simple build, since, you know. It’s aimed at children. The pieces are really big, and many of them are pretty recognizable in terms of where they’re supposed to be. I’m not sure if this uses the same “you don’t need cutters” system that the Mega Size Gundam kits use, but as someone who has a dedicated hand drill for sanding down sloppy nub marks I was pretty surprised by how clean the parts came off the runner.

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Considering the kit was aimed at children, I half expected it to be a sticker-palooza. Surprisingly enough the kit’s sticker sheet is so small that I almost dropped it while building it, since it only comes with the pupils for Magikarp’s eyes.
I’m really pleased with how the mouth is constructed, being three separate pieces for the mouth, the interior and then the tongue. I could easily have seen the kit having this as one solid piece and just stickering on the different colors, so the fact that they’re three separate pieces is a really interesting choice.
The Look Of It
The main thing I’m really pleased with when it comes to the Pokemon Plamo BIG Magikarp is the color. It’s really vibrant, looking straight out a cartoon. This works well with the size of it- it’s about 20cm long, making it look great since the bright body catches light really well.
One really cool thing the figure does is that it comes with two separate torsos for Magikarp. One of these is in a more neutral position, recreating Magikarp in most of its iconic appearances such as “basic water trash mob” in Pokemon Red and Blue or “Background character to show that this scene takes place underwater” in any of the Pokemon shots that take place underwater.

My favorite is the second torso option though, that comes molded in a dynamic pose, recreating Magikarp’s iconic Splash attack. This attack was so popular that it spawned its own mobile game, where players compete in heated battles using only the move Splash. You can even still mount this on the stand, which makes Magikarp look like its actually swimming, giving it a really dynamic look. Unfortunately the stand doesn’t come with any effect pieces, so you’ll need a bit of elbow grease to make your own Poke-aquarium.

Posability wise, it’s unfortunately kind of lacking. The whiskers, fins and tails are all on ball joints, though outside of the fins flapping outwards don’t expect to move them around too much. The tail’s ball joint is also more for unplugging it when you want to change the torsos, since you’ll have to remove the whole back half to swap them out.
Final Thoughts

I really like the Pokemon Plamo BIG Magikarp. It’s an adorable figure you could easily put together over a lunch break, and it being a Magikarp gives it room for a lot more silly poses, even if they’re just putting it in its splash position everywhere.
I can see the posability being a turn-off for some, but that’s more a matter of taste. In my opinion the fact that the mostly static pose looks incredibly dynamic vastly outweighs any benefit we could have gotten from a triple-jointed Magikarp figure, just on the grounds of Magikarp isn’t all that posable to begin with. Seriously, it’s got as many unique poses as it does moves.
At RM128, it’s not too bad a price, especially when you consider how big it is. In essence you’re really paying for the finishing and size of the model, since it’s constructed with some really high-quality parts. The more I think about it the size really is a huge part of the kit’s appeal, since I probably wouldn’t have been so impressed if this was just a tiny palm-fitting Magikarp. You can purchase your own over at Impulse Gaming, or any other local model kit suppliers that might carry stock of it.

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[ TGA 2021 ] Google Play gets official PC support in 2022

The Google Play Store will get official PC integration in 2022, as announced at The Game Awards 2021.

“Players will be able to experience their favorite Google Play games on more devices: seamlessly switching between a phone, tablet, Chromebook, and soon, Windows PCs.”

“This Google-built product brings the best of Google Play Games to more laptops and desktops, and we are thrilled to expand our platform for players to enjoy their favorite Android games even more.”
Greg Hartrell, Product Director, Games on Android and Google Play
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Apparently, Google Play on PC is a “new product” of sorts, as this integration is not being done in partnership with another company. We’ll have to see what the exact details are, and how much it may replace existing emulators. There are quite a few things to consider, after all, from touchscreen controls, controller support, 64-bit support which should hopefully be native, and all that jazz.

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[E3 2018] Microsoft Xbox Revealed Devil May Cry 5!

Devil May Cry has been one of the most popular franchises in the gaming world and Capcom has just revealed its trailer for Devil May Cry 5! Announced during the Microsoft Xbox conference, Capcom has finally brought back the DMC series after 10 years since Devil May Cry 4 came out back in 2008.

This time, the Devil May Cry 5 is a sequel to Devil May Cry 4. The character portrayed in the trailer is Nero from DMC4 with a new hairstyle. However his Devil Bringer on his right arm, was seen missing which we see a glimpse of a flashback with someone decapitated Nero’s Devil Bringer arm near the end of the trailer. We also saw Dante screaming with joy on his motorcycle ride, probably looking for Nero, again.

Devil May Cry 5 is slated to be released next year, in Spring.

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Lineage M – a remake of old school Lineage on mobile

Lineage M has launched in South Korea recently, and we get a chance to try it out just after its launch.

I once thought only games with impressive graphics and exhilarating combat scene will rank high in the top grossing game chart, but the Lineage M proves me wrong. Instead of high-quality graphics which is almost too common in the mobile gaming industry now, Lineage M stick with its nostalgic artwork from Lineage. If you have not heard about Lineage yet, it is one of the most popular PC MMORPG released back in 1998 (almost 20 years ago!).

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The original Lineage
Fans of Lineage would love this game, as it brings back all the memories from Lineage – classes, alliances, dungeons, raids and more. Even though the game is porting features from its PC predecessor, they are all optimised for a better experience on mobile.
Here are some great features that I would like to mention about:
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The iconic Lineage classes – You can choose to be Knight, Elf, Prince, or Magician at the beginning of the game.
Transformation system – You can transform your character for a limited time to gain special skills and abilities.
Open world exploration – You can explore the world all by your own (or form a party).
World Raids – You can fight the monster bosses for some epic loot.

To be honest, I am not a fan of Lineage nor old school MMORPGs, but if you are, this is the game for you.

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Uma Musume adds Bridal Alts to stable

With the new banner refresh that will last until 10 June 2021, we have the addition of the bridal outfits for Mayano Top Gun and Air Groove to the Uma Musume: Pretty Derby lineup. It is worth noting that despite the fancy outfits, neither girls will be limited, so you do not have to panic roll unless you just want them very badly.

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It has been a while since we have a banner with two 3* characters, and at a glance, both bridal versions of Mayano Top Gun and Air Groove have skill sets that make them a tad better than the original counterparts.

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For one, Mayano Top Gun has the best heal in the game, which you use by itself or pair with another gold heal depending on the range you wish to run. You can still her as efficiently as either a front runner or leader in middle and long distances. If you opt for the former, there is very strong debuff at your disposal. Meanwhile, Air Groove trades in her strong vision debuff for a more aggressive kit. She still functions best as a leader, with the gold speed up and acceleration abilities serving as perfect complements. In summary, definitely worth rolling for either or both, though as before, you can only run either versions in team PVP, so take note of that.

The highlight of the support cards this time around is that they provide abilities that are often overlooked by players, in the form of positioning abilities, even if they are not particularly necessary. Regardless the grab bag of abilities make the cards hard to use in general, but are decent in terms of utility if you let your run be dictated by what skill hints you are given. All in all, not exactly must haves, so you can skip them.

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5/28(金)、プリティーダービーガチャに★3マヤノトップガン・★3エアグルーヴが登場予定！
また、サポートカードガチャにSSRカワカミプリンセス・SSRヒシアケボノが登場予定です！https://t.co/qRwiqkfMDs#ウマ娘 #ゲームウマ娘 pic.twitter.com/3vu6NEsMJF
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Uma Musume: Pretty Derby is currently available on Android and iOS for mobile, and DMM Games for the PC.

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Sonic Origins Collection Was Created Due To The Success of The Movies Says Director In New Interview

Sonic Origins has recently been released giving fans a more accessible way to play the original Genesis Sonic game and to celebrate, Sega has released an internal interview with the game’s director Katsuyuki Shigihara.

Katsuyuki Shigihara
Shigihara has previously worked on Sonic games like Sonic Colours and Sonic Generations giving him a lot of experience with the franchise. In the interview, he speaks more about the development of Sonic Origins and how he hopes the game will introduce younger fans to classic Sonic.

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What made you decide to remake the origins of the Sonic franchise?

Shigihara: The Sonic the Hedgehog movie series was a big hit and seen by a wide audience. I wanted to give people an opportunity to play through the classics and get familiar with the story and gameplay of the original titles. I hope that many newcomers to the franchise will enjoy the games and continue playing Sonic in the future.
There were some difficulties during the development process. One example would be the islands in the Main Menu screen. If we used modern technology and made the islands look too realistic, it would ruin the retro aesthetic of the games. At the same time, however, we didn’t want to make the visuals look poor. It was very difficult to balance.
Also, digging up the valuable materials from Sega’s warehouse that we later added to the Museum was really fun. There’s a lot of content that is being released for the first time, so you should definitely check it out!

The original Mega Drive (Genesis) game editions were developed on hardware that’s 30 years old, but they were able to implement high-speed scrolling, 360-degree loops, and spiral movement.

Shigihara: Given the limitations of the hardware, I think the techniques they created to implement their ideas are truly amazing. The development process must have been difficult, but you can tell that the developers really pushed the limits of the game. Given how much love the game still receives 30 years after its release, I think that all developers should follow that approach of challenging one’s limitations.
The new animation for each title is a great addition to the game, could you tell us more about these?

Shigihara: We used animation to express the story in a straightforward way without disrupting the feel of the original games. We hope everyone enjoys these special cutscenes!
Also, the animation for Sonic CD has been remastered to 4K. So you can watch these 4K cutscenes on compatible platforms like PS5, Xbox Series X, Steam, and Epic Games. The animation will still be an upgraded Full HD on devices that don’t support 4K.
Can you explain the chronological order of the Sonic titles? Does Sonic CD take place between Sonic 1 and Sonic 2?

Shigihara: The chronological order is Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic CD, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, and then Sonic 3 & Knuckles. Story Mode connects all of these titles into one cohesive experience, so you can enjoy the story while playing through the games.
There’s also a manual from the development period that can be viewed in the Museum. The story is written on it, so I think it would be a neat thing to check out before you start playing!

For newcomers to 2D Sonic games, are there any parts that you would like them to pay attention to?

Shigihara: I would really like them to try out Anniversary Mode. The difficulty of the Sonic titles from 31 years ago remains the same, but with supportive features like having no game-overs, anybody can clear the stages as long as they keep trying. Once you get used to the game, you should definitely challenge yourself and try to get a top score in World Ranking!
If you had to describe the charm of the Sonic franchise in one word, what would it be?

Shigihara: There are a lot of words that come to mind, but I think Sonic’s “coolness” is what I would go with. He’s a fantastic character that has been loved by many for decades, and he’s broken out of the sphere of game media into more conventional markets like animation and movies. As a result, more people have come to know and love the super Sonic The Hedgehog in recent years.

To end things, do you have anything you would like to say to the fans?

Shigihara: Sonic Origins is a collection that allows players to become familiar with the origins of the Sonic series, and the addition of beginner-friendly features makes it accessible to all. It’s a content-packed title that is great for longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise. We hope that you enjoy playing Sonic Origins!

It’s always great to hear more from Mr. Katsuyuki Shigihara about how the Sonic Origins collection came to be in this interview.

With video game preservation becoming such an important topic in recent years, it’s good to see developers attempting to not only bring their games to modern consoles but also make them as accessible as possible.

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Legend of Mana watch available for pre-order through Animate

As part of the Mana series 30th anniversary celebrations, premium merchandise consisting of a Legend of Mana themed watch and an “Eternal Masterpiece” craft of the Mana Sword is available for pre-order through Animate as part of Animate Limited Selections. Both items will be available to pre-order until 27 July 2022.

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The Legend of Mana watch is an analog one, with the days and seconds having separate dials. The roman numerals for the times are complemented by gems and pearls, as a nod to the Jumi: both black and white pearls, the four emeralds for the Lucky Clover, the ruby and diamond, presumably fluorite and presumably the dual gems for alexandrite, leaving lapis lazuli unrepresented aside from the colour of the separate clock faces. The watch will set you back at least 22,000 yen and are made to order. It’s scheduled to ship out December 2022.

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Meanwhile, if that’s a bit too much for your budget, you can get the Mana Sword, made of alloy. It’s 12cm in length and 5cm width. You can pre-order it at 6,600 yen, with it scheduled to ship sometime October 2022.
Alternatively, you can also stay tuned to watch the Teardrop Crystal anime that is planned for broadcast and streaming in October 2022, so look forward to that!

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Capcom’s classic Puzzle Fighter goes mobile!

Remember the “Super Puzzle Fighter” that we once enjoyed in our younger times? Capcom recently announces the sequel to one of the most popular puzzle games of all time – Puzzle Fighter that will be available on iOS and Android soon.

You can expect to see many of your favourite Capcom characters making appearances in Puzzle Fighter. Some of them include Ryu, Ken and Chun-Li from Street Fighter, X from Mega Man, Morrigan of Darkstalkers fame, Frank West and Chuck Greene from the Dead Rising. All the characters will have their unique strengths and ability.

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You will need to pick 1 main character along with 2 assist characters to join a battle. The gameplay will be simple yet addictive, where you will build up gems and destroy them strategically for combos to knock out your opponent. Real-time PvP battle will be available too.
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The game will be soft-launching in a few countries soon, while a global release is planned in late 2017.

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MSI CES 2022 laptop lineup sports 12th Gen Intel H series processors

As the age of the metaverse draws near, MSI pushes the boundaries of performance with their CES 2022 gaming and creator laptop lineup. These Meta-ready laptops boast Intel® CoreTM i7 or above processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX ™ 3070 or above graphics cards, complete with significant enhancements all around.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX laptops are based on the revolutionary Ampere architecture, with 2nd generation RT Cores for ray tracing and 3rd generation Tensor Cores for DLSS and AI. The new GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU brings the flagship 80 Ti class of GPUs to laptops for the first time. Featuring 16GB of the fastest GDDR6 memory ever shipped in a laptop, the RTX 3080 Ti delivers higher performance than the desktop TITAN RTX. The new GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is up to 70% faster than RTX 2070 SUPER laptops and can deliver 100 frames per second at 1440p resolution.

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Additionally, the new 4th generation of Max-Q Technologies, with CPU Optimizer, Rapid Core Scaling, and Battery Boost 2.0, further enhance efficiency, performance, and battery life.
The new gaming laptop lineup features a significant performance improvement over previous models, including up to 30%~45% increase in CPU performance. MSI also added innovations in thermal solutions: the Phase Change Liquid Metal Pad. The MSI-exclusive cooling helps fully release the power of the new 12th Gen Intel processors. It provides a solution that is as efficient as liquid metal, but safer and more reliable.
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MSI’s Creator series is now a bigger family with panels up to 17 inches. The overall CPU performance is improved 45% with the new Vapor Chamber Cooler, and MSI has added features for content creators such as touch support for MSI Pen, Calman verified True Pixel Display, and collaboration with DTS for a rich, immersive surround sound experience.
Note that for all the laptops below, their specification, functions and appearance may vary by model and differ from country to country. The respective specs for each laptop are based on preliminary models that are estimated to be available in Malaysia in late January.
MSI CES 2022 Laptop Lineup
 Sleek & Sophisticated – GS77/66 Stealth
The award-winning Stealth GS series are lightweight, powerful laptops for gaming and professional use. The GS66 comes with a new “core black” color and a more durable zinc alloy hinge. At less than 21mm for Z height, MSI managed to enlarge the touchpad and keycap size for a precise and comfortable typing experience. It is also equipped with six speakers for crisp treble and powerful bass. Business gamers will benefit from the webcam lock switch and support for up to 100W PD charging for better security and mobility.

Model Name
Stealth GS66 12UHS
Stealth GS66 12UGS

Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)

Memory
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 32GB

Display
15.6″ UHD (3840×2160), 100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel(Optional)
15.6″ QHD (2560×1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel

Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Ti Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6

Keyboard
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries

Audio
The Duo Wave speaker designed by Dynaudio system(2x 2W speakers)
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer
Hi-Res Audio ready

USB Port
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging),
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A

Card Reader
1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader

Video Output
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging),
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz)

Communication
Intel® Killer™ Ethernet E3100G (up to 2.5 GbE)
Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2

Webcam / Microphone
IR FHD type ([email protected]) / Quadruple Microphone

Sensor
Fingerprint Reader

Battery
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr

Power Adapter
240W Slim adapter

Dimension
358.3 (W) x 248 (D) x 18.3 -19.8 (H) mm

Weight
2.1 Kg

Ultimate Powerhouse – Raider GE76/66
MSI Raider GE series is the real eye-catcher, retaining the panoramic aurora lighting which creates an alluring sci-fi ambience. The performance is even more astonishing; with the innovative thermal design by MSI, the Raider GE series performance can reach up to a total of 220W with GeForce RTX 3080 Ti via MSI OverBoost. The Phase Change Liquid Metal Pad increases performance by an extra 10%, and with displays up to 4K with the support of Discrete Graphic Mode, gamers will have a fast and smooth experience with the MSI Raider Series.

Model Name
Raider GE76 12UHS
Raider GE76 12UGS
Raider GE66 12UGS

Processor
Up to latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/ i9 Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)

Memory
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB (Raider GE76)
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 32GB (Raider GE76)
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 16GB (Only for Raider GE66)

Display
17.3″ UHD (3840×2160), 120 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional)
17.3″ QHD (2560×1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel
15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel

Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Ti (Raider GE76)
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Ti Laptop GPU (Raider GE76, GE66)

Keyboard
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries

Audio
The Duo Wave Woofers + Speakers designed by Dynaudio system
(2 x 1W Speakers + 2 x 2W Woofers)
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance
Hi-Res Audio ready
The Duo Wave speakers design by Dynaudio system (2x 2W speakers)
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer
Hi-Res Audio ready

USB Ports
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C,
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

Card Reader
1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader

Video Output
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C, 1 x Mini DisplayPort
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP
1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz)

Communication
Intel® Killer™ Ethernet E3100G (up to 2.5 GbE)
Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2

Webcam
FHD type ([email protected])

Battery
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr

Power Adapter
330W(12UHS) / 280W (12UH / 12UGS)
280W

Dimension
397 (W) x 284 (D) x 25.9 (H) mm
358 (W) x 267 (D) x 23.4 (H) mm

Weight
2.9 Kg
2.38 Kg

Born for Performance – Vector GP76/66
The Vector GP Series was born with a new concept; the name “Vector” represents MSI’s expectation for the GP series to have all the power needed to move forward with a satisfying experience in gaming, engineering, or scientific computing. With Cooler Boost 5 Technology, the Vector’s performance can reach up to 210W via MSI OverBoost.

Model Name
Vector GP76 12UE
Vector GP66 12UE

Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home

Memory
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 16GB

Display
17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel
15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel

Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6

Keyboard
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries

Audio
2 x 2W Stereo Speakers
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance
Hi-Res Audio ready

USB Ports
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP
3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A

Video Output
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 1 x Mini DisplayPort
1 x HDMI ([email protected] / [email protected])

Communication
Gigabit Ethernet (up to 2.5GbE)
Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2

Webcam
HD type ([email protected])

Battery
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 65Whr

Power Adapter
Up to 280W

Dimension
397 (W) x 284 (D) x 25.9 (H) mm
358 (W) x 267 (D) x 23.4 (H) mm

Weight
2.9 Kg
2.38 Kg

Aim, Shoot, R etake the earth! – Crosshair 15
This time, MSI presents you with the brand new style of Crosshair GL Series. The futuristic outlook design featuring exclusive sci-fi elements is inspired by the tension and unsettling mood of gameplay. Strap yourself with Crosshair GL Series and confront the unknown threats!

Model Name
Crosshair 15 B12UEZ

Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home

Memory
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 16GB

Display
15.6″ QHD (2560×1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional)

Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6

Keyboard
Spectrum Backlight Gaming Keyboard

Audio
2 x 2W Stereo Speakers
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer
Hi-Res Audio ready

USB Port
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
1 x USB 2.0 Type-A

Video Output
1x HDMI ([email protected])

Communication
Gigabit Ethernet
Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Bluetooth v5.2

Webcam
HD type ([email protected])

Battery
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (B12UGZ)
3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (B12UEZ)

Power Adapter
240W

Dimension
359 (W) x 259 (D) x 26.9 (H) mm

Weight
2.25 Kg

Pulsating Power– Pulse GL76/66
The MSI Pulse GL76/66 keeps the design features by Maarten Verhoeven along with the titanium power-armor inspired by Pulse energy for the Dragon Army to enhance agility and flexibility. Cooler Boost 5 increases airflow by 15%, even with a 33% reduction of wall thickness.

Model Name
Pulse GL66 12UEK

Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H Processor
latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home

Memory
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB

Display
15.6″ QHD (2560×1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional)

Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6

Keyboard
RGB Backlight Gaming Keyboard

Audio
2 x 2W Stereo Speakers
1 x Audio combo jack
Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer
Hi-Res Audio ready

USB Port
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
1 x USB 2.0 Type-A

Video Output
1x HDMI ([email protected])

Communication
Gigabit Ethernet
Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Bluetooth v5.2

Webcam
HD type ([email protected])

Battery
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (12UGK)
3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (12UEK)

Power Adapter
240W

Dimension
359 (W) x 259 (D) x 23.9 (H) mm

Weight
2.25 Kg

Intel 12th Gen Creator Z16P and Creator Z16 (Availability in Malaysia Unconfirmed)
The Creator Z16  laptop supports pen touch, and features the 16:10 screen ratio with a thin bezel design and True Color Technology to be the perfect companion for creators to achieve more. The Creator Z16P has an extra 20% performance boost with Vapor Chamber Cooler, which generates 76% extra more cooling area, 65% more airflow, and decreases surface temperature by 2°C(3.6°F). With competitive performance and a CNC-milled aluminium chassis, the Creator Z Series are Studio laptops built for creators, inquisitive professionals, or consumers who enjoy high-quality, premium products.

MSI does not just innovate with its hardware, but also with the MSI Center software with the intention of creating the smartest laptops ever. MSI Smart Auto will auto switch the suitable modes depending on your usage, while Ambient Silent AI will detect ambient noise level (dB) to adjust the fan speed, giving you better performance with a relatively silent fan.

Model Name
Creator Z16P

Processor
Up to latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)

Display
16″ QHD+ (2560×1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 165Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel, Support MSI Pen (Optional)

Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6

Memory
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB

Webcam / Microphone
IR FHD type ([email protected]) / Quadruple Microphone

Keyboard
Per-Key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries

Sensor
Fingerprint Reader/Ambient Light Sensor

Communication
Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2

Audio
4 × 2W Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system
1 × Audio combo jack

I/O Port
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C/ DP
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader
1 x DC-in

Battery/ Adapter
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr
240W adaptor

Weight/ Dimension
2.39 kg
359(W) × 256(D) × 19(H) mm

Model Name
Creator Z16

Processor
Up to latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H Processor

Operating System
Windows 11 Home
Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.)

Display
16″ QHD+ (2560×1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional)

Graphics
Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6

Memory
DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB

Webcam
IR HD type ([email protected])

Input
MiniLED Per-Key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries
Fingerprint Reader

Communication
Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2

Audio
4 × 2W Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system
1 × Audio combo jack

I/O Port
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
1 x microSD Card Reader
1 × DC-in

Battery/ Adapter
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr
180W Slim adaptor

Weight/ Dimension
2.2 kg
359(W) × 256(D) × 15.9(H) mm

MSI’s new Gaming and Content Creation series provide persistently powerful performance, innovative thermal solutions, and a bevy of new features, with MSI’s signature aesthetic touch.
Stau tuned to the Facebook premiere of MSIology over on MSI Gaming Malaysia’s Facebook page at 9pm GMT+8 tonight! You can also learn more about MSIology Virtual Event by visiting its event page.

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Lego 2K Drive Review – A Fun Ride Down Bricklandia

I fondly remember the countless hours I spent during my childhood with the 1999 Lego Racers game, trying to build the coolest looking car while racing down Magma Moon Marathon. So when I was told that there’s a new Lego racer with Lego 2K Drive, I just had to try it out.

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Racing into the Night
Lego 2K Drive, much like previous Lego Racers games is an arcade racer, something akin to Mario Kart as opposed to more hardcore racing games like F1 or Gran Turismo. While I personally tend to lean towards the previously mentioned hardcore racing games, I wanted to see how Lego 2K Drive compared as a racing game on its own.
Image Credit: 2K Games
The Lego Racing games aren’t particularly known for their thought provoking or compelling narratives, and Lego 2K Drive is no exception. You play as a rising star whose goal is to win the Sky Cup Grand Prix, this world’s biggest racing championship. However, before that you’ll have to enter and win other Arenas in order to reach the final championship.
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Stopping you from claiming the championship is the main antagonist of the game, Shadow Z and his crew. However, I do wish that the game gave us more interaction with Shadow Z, because we only really get to see him during the animations.
When starting off the game, the ones who would show you the ropes are racer Clutch Racington and a robot called S.T.U.D, where they’ll be guiding you the basics to start your racing journey in Bricklandia.
Image Credit: 2K Games
There are also challenges and quests for players to try out aside from the main races, where you can get different rewards like money, cosmetics, and bricks for you to build your own vehicle. While there are certain quests that are pretty interesting to play, majority of the challenges feel very repetitive as they’re essentially the same thing.

Into Bricklandia
The world of Bricklandia is divided into 4 different biomes that players can race on, each with their distinct and unique style. There’s the first and starting biome of Turbo Acres where most of the basics of the game are taught here.
Image Credit: 2K Games
There’s also the Big Butte County desert biome, Prospecto Valley biome filled with lush greenery and a big mining area, and lastly the Hauntsburrow biome filled with haunted themes of buildings and props. This is an aspect that I’m glad made it in this game, as I was extremely fond of the visually distinct maps that were present in the original Lego Racers game.
The mixture between Lego bricks and real-life visual style gives off a pretty nice contrast for not making the game look too cartoonish, which provides more modernised visuals all throughout, and it’s something I can appreciate.
Image Credit: 2K Games
Step on that Brick
The racing experience in Lego 2K Drive is decent enough, and it’s more akin to a mario kart experience. The controls are pretty easy, but you’ll need some time to get used to it if you’re not familiar with this kind of racing game.
Image Credit: 2K Games
One of the interesting aspects in this game is the boost mechanic. There’s 2 ways to gain boost, one of it is from your usual power up and the second one is drifting. Given as to how drifting will only fill up the bar, players will need to manually choose when to activate it.
Much like an arcade racer, Lego 2K Drive offers players various powerups which could potentially turn the outcome of the race. One of the powerups is this spider web that can slow down other racers where they have to keep tapping to get rid of it, and another powerup that makes your car be ethereal which essentially makes you invulnerable.
Image Credit: 2K Games
Going through the various maps in the game, there’s a lot of objects which can be drove through to fill up your boost bar. I particularly found this feature to be pretty satisfying since there’s no limitation of where you can go and what you can do. Plus, it give players some creative ways to get around the map.

Cruising Through
There are 3 different types of vehicles in Lego 2K Drive, one is your usual racing car for players to drive on road, the second being an off-road vehicle, and the last being the boat. What’s interesting about each of these vehicles are that they’ll transform automatically according to the terrain that you’re on, so you won’t have to worry about accidentally treading the wrong path.
However, I personally prefer the off-road vehicle since you’ll be driving in the free roam world for most of the time, and this type of vehicle is your only choice for picking shortcuts. I also believe the designs of the maps are leaned towards this direction.
Image Credit: 2K Games
Aside from that, while there are different stats for different types of vehicles, I personally think it doesn’t really matter in the grand scheme of things. So you don’t necessarily need to worry too much about the stats of certain vehicles.
There’s also Perks in the game where you can slot in that upgrades the stats of your vehicle, and these perks can be gained by winning races or finishing quests and challenges. However, much like the stats, these perks doesn’t make that much of a big difference for your vehicle.
Image Credit: 2K Games
Leveling Up
The level system in Lego 2K Drive will affect gameplay, since there’s a level cap for you to unlock certain races and arenas, which means that for players who just wants to race till the final championship, they’ll need to grid before they can do so. This I believe breaks the immersion of the game since it essentially gates content from players by padding out game time.
Image Credit: 2K Games
My main gripe with this is how little experience you gain when you finish a challenge or a quest, which means that it’ll take some time to level up. This often made me feel a bit frustrated when I have to level up to continue the main story, and given how a race would take up quite some time to finish.

Customisation
My favourite aspect when it comes to Lego 2K Drive is definitely the car customisation, since you can actually build anything as long as you can fit it within the maximum bricks number. As someone who grew up with playing Lego, I could easily spend hours upon hours building cars.
Image Credit: 2K Games
The game already gives you bricks that’s enough for you to build anything, but you’re still also can get different bricks by finishing quests. While some of the bricks are purely cosmetic, there are certain bricks give functions. Like the lawnmower bricks where you can mow down weeds which would normally slow you down.
However, if you don’t want to build your vehicle from scratch, you can also use the per-existing cars that are available. You can either change their colour, bricks or even the structure of it.

Verdict
Image Credit: 2K Games
All in all, Lego 2K Drive is a game that’s suitable for different ages, and it’s decent enough for players who want to play a less hardcore racing game. The driving experience is more casual and fun, and you can also drive in the freeroam world to take in the sights of Bricklandia.
The strongest aspects in the game is definitely the freedom of creativity, and what you can do like the car customisation. However, the perks and stats for the different vehicles could be made more significant so that the different types of vehicles can feel more distinct.
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Lego 2K Drive was reviewed on PC with a PS5 Controller, with the review code provided by the publishers

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The Review

                    Lego 2K Drive

70%
Score

PROS
 Good Mixture Between Lego and Real Life Artstyle  Fun for All Ages  Highly Customisable Vehicles

CONS
 Perks and Stats barely matters  Risk and Reward system needs to be adjusted  Lack of interactions between the player and the rival

Review Breakdown

70
0%

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DC Unchained – A New DC Game By 4:33 Creative Lab!

4:33 Creative Lab has recently announced their new and upcoming mobile game, DC Unchained, during the Seoul Comic Con event. The game is currently still under development by Korean studio Thumb Age which was licensed by DC. Players will expect to form teams of 3 DC heroes or villains in a real-time combat.

Check out their gameplay trailer below:

Other reports stated that there are currently over 30 heroes and villains from the DC universe in the game. Familiar and popular heroes including Superman, Batman, Cyborg, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Flash, Lex Luthor, Harley Quinn and the Joker will be definitely be expected as seen in the trailer above. DC Comics’ original cutscenes will be available too. The game will also come with other playable modes such as a Campaign, Time Attack, Special Missions, Wave Defense, Multiplayer co-op and real-time PvP.

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There is no further news if the game will be in Korean or in English but we can expect it to have multiple languages as DC is a huge franchise and known globally. With its CBT set in the 3rd quarter of 2017, the launch date is planned to be in the 4th quarter of 2017.

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HUAWEI P30 Pro Review – Extremely smooth gaming performance and an impressive camera

The HUAWEI P30 Pro has been quite the centre of attention ever since it launched last month. No surprise there as the camera is capable of of an astonishing 50x zoom but that’s not all. Here is our HUAWEI P30 Pro review.

Design and display
The HUAWEI P30 Pro is quite well designed and coming at 6.47 inches, I would say it’s the typical standard size for a smartphone nowadays. With a body that’s mostly made of glass with an aluminium frame, its dimensions are measured at 158 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm. It also weighs at 192g which is not too light nor heavy. It also comes in a total of 5 colours – Amber Sunrise, Breathing Crystal, Pearl White, Aurora and Black. That’s quite a variety. It’s pretty nice to hold as well, in my opinion.

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With an OLED capacitive touchscreen with 16M colors, the HUAWEI P30 Pro‘s display comes at 1080 x 2340 pixels. Also, it has an 88.6% screen-to-body ratio which is good for mobile gamers. Not to mention that it’s both dust and water resistant, meeting the requirements of the IP68 rating. Mind you, it can last up to 30 minutes being inside water but of course, no one would want to risk it.

Camera
You could already see memes of the HUAWEI P30 Pro‘s camera circulating on social media because that’s just how great it is. The pictures taken are undoubtedly crystal-clear thanks to the powerful Leica Quad Camera, the impressive rear camera that comes in 40, 20 and 8 MP for the wide angle, ultra wide angle and telephoto lens respectively.

What produced the memes and took the headlines is indeed its 50x zoom feature. Yes, you didn’t read that wrongly. It’s fifty! Normally taking a phone’s camera zoom to its maximum limit would result in absolute blurriness but you can’t say the same for the HUAWEI P30 Pro. Although the pictures taken at 50x zoom would seem a little bit blur but still, it’s undeniable that it has taken mobile photography to a whole new level.
Before and after zooming in
Furthermore, there’s also the HUAWEI Time-of-Flight (TOF) Camera that supports autofocus and the HUAWEI AI Image Stabilization. The front camera comes at 32 MP which is also quite impressive. Not to mention that both the rear and front cameras come with plenty of features such as the underwater mode so if you like mobile photography, you shouldn’t miss out on the HUAWEI P30 Pro. Simple and easy to get used to.

Overall performance
Needless to say and I’ll keep it short, the HUAWEI P30 Pro is an extremely powerful phone and it expectedly delivers in terms of its overall performance. Running on Android 9.0 and equipped with the HUAWEI Kirin 980 Octa-core Processor, with the addition of either a 6 or an 8 GB RAM, the HUAWEI P30 Pro is an expert in multitasking and capable of carrying out whatever’s required.

Gaming performance
The HUAWEI P30 Pro is capable of bringing you the best mobile gaming experience yet, all thanks to its powerful processors and high amount of RAM. The HUAWEI P30 Pro is currently the real deal when it comes to mobile gaming.

I was playing PUBG Mobile on it with settings of HDR graphics and an ultra frame rate, yet the game still ran smoothly all the way. Yes, it didn’t lag one bit at all! All the loadings went through in a flash and I really, really enjoyed the experience. If running PUBG Mobile on almost the highest graphics isn’t an issue at all, you could say that other games wouldn’t pose a threat at all.

Battery performance
To assist the gaming performance, the HUAWEI P30 Pro is equipped with a non-removable Li-Po 4200 mAh battery. Unsurprisingly, it has a fast-charging feature which is capable of charging the phone up to 70% in just 30 minutes, thanks to the HUAWEI SuperCharge. Other features include the HUAWEI Wireless Quick Charge and power bank or reverse wireless charging.

I was on PUBG Mobile for an hour and saw a decrease of only 10% in battery life which is very impressive, to be frank. The battery performance is extremely satisfying, I have to say. A phone with a combination of both extreme gaming capabilities and quality battery performance, any mobile gamer would definitely want that.

Verdict
Everything about the HUAWEI P30 Pro is great, from the design to its gaming performance and I’ve got to say, I really had a great experience using it. If you are a hardcore mobile gamer or a mobile photography enthusiast, this phone is definitely a must-get. Of course, check your pockets first because it doesn’t come cheap as the price could go as high up to RM4399.

However, there’s one thing which I don’t like which is the unavailability of an ordinary earphone/headphone jack. Therefore, you will have to do with either a Type-C earphones/headphones or a wireless one like the new HUAWEI FreeLace. Though, it still doesn’t deny the fact that the HUAWEI P30 Pro is currently the most powerful phone HUAWEI has ever produced.

For more information, you can visit HUAWEI’s official website.

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LINE’s God Tamazeiya Pre-Registration

On July 16th, LINE GAME has open pre- registration for their new multiplayer game, God Tamazeiya. God Tamazeiya is a mobile multiplayer game which is available in iOS and Android. The game is said to be released in the summer 2019.

God Tamazeiya is a free-to-play 3D multiplayer action game where up to 32 players divided by two teams battling each other in real time. The game has six different classes with each different skill set and weapons for the players to choose from. You can link your account into the game and invite your friends into your game and join your battle team.

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Pre-Registration starts on July 16th until the day before the start of service. Pre-registration rewards for certain amount of players registers:
20,000: Clover Leaf X5
50,000: Coins X 5,000
100,000: Diamonds X 1,000
150,000: 3* or Above Character Gacha Ticket X 1
200,000: Diamonds X 2,000
300,000: 4* Guarantee Weapons Gacha Ticket X 1
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A beta test will be conducted on July 31st to August 4th. The beta test is available on both iOS and Android. You can find out more how to apply for beta test in their official blog. If you have time, go visit their official website.

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Prince of Persia invades For Honor in a limited-time event!

Ubisoft has announced Blades of Persia, a For Honor cross-brand, in-game event themed around Prince of Persia. This event will be playable until 2 April! For Honor will be transformed with Blades of Persia for these three weeks, with a limited-time game mode, a new Arcade mode quest, and of course, Prince of Persia-themed items for players to collect. A free event pass will also be available to all players!

A sandstorm has descended on the lands of Hearthmoor. In its wake, the Prince of Persia arrives to stake his claim to the throne in For Honor. With him is an army of sand creatures, which heroes will need to fight and defeat in the special limited-time game mode, Ruler of Time. Face down these minions and the Prince himself in a variation of the Harbor Dominion map. The Prince will periodically emerge from a sand tornado to destroy any heroes in his way with the legendary Dagger of Time.

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Don’t forget the Prince of Persia-themed changes, which includes revamped in-game menus with new visuals and music from the Prince of Persia universe.
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A variety of customization items will be available to players. The free event pass will enable players to access 30 tiers of gear and loot. Free tiers will reward players with a new Battle Outfit, Sand Mood Effect, Emblem Outline, 26 new Ornaments as well as Salvage, Steel and Crates along the way. Other acquirable in-game items during the event period include:
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26 new weapons are lootable on the battlefield
Two illustrious outfits, Ratash and Sandwraith, are available via the in-game store for 20,000 Steel
The Prince’s own execution is available for purchase via the in-game store for 10,000 Steel

As the sands of time pass, the Prince will embrace his evil roots to transform into the Dark Prince. This signals a new game mode on 19 March, and details will be revealed then.

For HonorPublisher: UbisoftDeveloper: UbisoftRelease Date: 2017-02-14Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
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SMC: Pilot Bond System to get closer to your pilots! [ Super Mecha Champions ]

Netease Games has introduced the all-new Pilot Bond System for SMC / Super Mecha Champions! The newest major update to SMC introduces the Pilot Bond System to learn a little more about their favourite characters. It’s not just for flavour, as you can unlock skills too!

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Continuously use a pilot in battle, or send bond items to your favourite pilots, to increase and upgrade their bond levels. With the new Bounty System, you can obtain plenty of these bond items! The missions will refresh daily, so complete them to earn rewards and send your love to your pilots.

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Increasing a pilot’s bond level will open up system rewards such as skill books. These skill books can then be used to increase pilot talent levels and in turn, their combat capability. Pilot Talents are a set of passive skills linked to the pilot, automatically taking effect and lasts the entire battle. Each pilot possesses two sets of Talents, which you can upgrade. The system will be expanded and optimized in future updates so stay tuned.

Neutron Star is the newest Mecha to be introduced to the game, a combat Mecha used by an elite police force to maintain peace and justice in Mecha City. It may be small, but it has high mobility and extreme combat capabilities.
More updates will be coming, of course, so keep an eye out!

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Super Mecha ChampionsPublisher: NeteaseDeveloper: NeteaseRelease Date: 2019-05-28Android, iOS, Microsoft Windows, Steam
Super Mecha Champions is an action shooter featuring mecha combats, which sets scene in a neo-futuristic Alpha City. An exciting battle is taking place here, you need to overcome opponents with cutting-edge weapons, magnificent mechas and vehicles, aiming for the highest honor of being a champion!

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Pearl Abyss celebrates 10th anniversary

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Pearl Abyss is celebrating its 10th anniversary since its founding on 10 September 2010. Their flagship game, Black Desert, launched in 2014, and has since grown to 40 million Adventurers strong, with players in more than 150 countries, across four platforms.

“It’s unbelievable to think that Pearl Abyss’ journey began a decade ago. Time flies when you’re having fun.”

“We’ve reached dizzying heights and continue to strive towards making the best games in the world. One key aspect of our success has been the creation of our in-house game engine. This technology has allowed us to quickly scale titles like Black Desert across multiple huge platforms, all while delivering new content and exciting experiences to our Adventurers. Here’s to many more years to come!”
Robin Jung, CEO of Pearl Abyss
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Black Desert, across all platforms, has earned nearly $2 billion since its 2014 launch with:

40% of revenue from North America and Europe
26% from Korea
34% across other Asian countries including Japan and Thailand

The game has continued to expand with new content including new classes, regions, bosses and more. Shadow Arena has spun off the IP, launched into early access May 2020: an action-packed PvP that takes place in the Black Desert universe has expanded alongside its sister game.
In 2018, Pearl Abyss acquired CCP Games, an Icelandic video game developer known for developing and publishing a massive sci-fi MMO EVE Online. Since the acquisition, CCP has continued to expand EVE Online with their “EVE in Quadrants” initiative. Recently, CCP released EVE Echoes, the mobile version of EVE Online, with 5 million pre-registrations.
Pearl Abyss is currently developing the three new projects: ‘Crimson Desert’, ‘DokeV’, and ‘PLAN 8’ along with the next-generation game engine.

Crimson Desert is an epic fantasy MMORPG based on the untold tales of mercenaries struggling to survive in the unforgiving land of Pywell.
DokeV is an open-world MMO filled with intriguing stories and set within a unique and vibrant world, challenging players to collect creatures as they progress and build their characters. Learn more about it here.
PLAN 8 is an MMO shooter, with players operating an enormous exosuit granting them special fighting and traversal abilities. For updates on PLAN 8, follow the game’s development here.

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Shin Megami Tensei 5 begins countdown to launch with demon reveals

From the Japanese Shin Megami Tensei 5 livestream, Atlus will be revealing the designs for 214 upcoming demons from 17 June onwards as we countdown to launch day. The full livestream can be seen below:

The first of the Shin Megami Tensei 5 countdown demons is the ubiquitous Jack Frost, appearing nonetheless with or without your consent. The demons will be posted daily at 19:00 JST.

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Angel, Daimon, Amanozako and Fionn mac Cumhaill have also been revealed.

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The game will apparently be 15.6GB in size, according to Persona Central. There’s been quite a few reveals regarding clips of negotiation, an incredibly extra fusion sequence, world exploration and combat through the livestream as well. The story overview is given as follows:
The main character is a third-year high school student living in Tokyo. While attending the dormitory-based Jouin Academy, he was living a peaceful life.
One day, when going through Shinagawa Station on his road to school with friends, the station was closed because of a nearby murder. The protagonist looks for his friends who have gone their separate ways, and visits a nearby tunnel. There, the tunnel suddenly collapses. The protagonist is caught up in the accident, losing consciousness. When he wakes up, he finds himself in a devastated Tokyo that has turned into a desert.
The protagonist is then attacked by a demonic being. A mysterious man suddenly appears before the protagonist.
“If you don’t want to die, boy, take my hand.”
The moment he takes his hand, the two are enveloped in a brilliant light and fuse together. They transform into the forbidden being, Naobino.
After defeating the demon with his newfound power as Naobino, the hero wanders through the desert of Tokyo, called “Da’ath.” Da’ath is overrun by gods and demons from mythology, including giant dragons and vicious demons, as they engage in a fierce battle for survival against one another.
What has happened to Tokyo? Who is the figure Naobino?
As the protagonist searches for the truth, he finds himself in a battle between gods and demons, with the future of the world at stake.

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BIC Festival 2020 is brought to you by these sponsors!

BIC Festival / Busan Indie Connect Festival 2020 has unveiled the list of corporate sponsors who have helped to bring the contactless event live to audiences worldwide, online. The corporate sponsors are KRAFTON, Xsolla, Pearl Abyss, NAVER CLOUD PLATFORM, Epic Games, NCSOFT, Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea, and ONE store – a total of 8 companies, aiming to make the game market have more variety and vitality with these indie titles.

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Enhanced grade sponsors for BIC Festival 2020 include:

KRAFTON, developer of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds
Xsolla, global payment services and publishing solution company
Pearl Abyss, developer of Black Desert
NAVER CLOUD PLATFORM, the biggest Korean Cloud service

The Korean branch of Epic Games is in the line-up as a Standard grade sponsor, while Starter grade sponsors include:
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NCSOFT, developer of Lineage, Aion, Blade&Soul
Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea
ONE store, representing the Korean app store

BIC Festival 2020 will run from 19 to 25 October with the goal of presenting a new exhibition model for the new normal, by utilizing GeForce Now(Cloud game platform) with LG Uplus, and NAVER Cloud Platform of NAVER Business Platform.
“We are very honored and thankful to be sponsored by many companies for the BIC Festival for finding and promoting local indie games with potential. We’ll try our best to promote good indie games with the expertise of the sponsors and the great support of the BIC Committee.”
Tae-Geon Seo, Executive Chairman of the Busan Indie Connect Festival Organizing Committee

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The Rising of the Shield Hero: Rerise is out now

The Rising of the Shield Hero: Rerise just released in Japan. The game is available for download for owners of Android and iOS devices.

With more than 300,000 pre-registrations, players were able to achieve all of the milestone rewards. Considering the popularity of The Rising of the Shield Hero, this should not come as a surprise.

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As a result, players are able to redeem Silver, premium currency, battle skip tickets and a free Raphtalia.
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Featuring an original story just for the game, players can recruit The Rising of the Shield Hero characters to their team. The RPG gacha game also has PvP and guild mechanics.
The Rising of the Shield Hero: Rerise is brought to life by a studio named Kick Ass. Kick Ass also a mobile game adaptation of Wise Man’s Grandchild, known as Wise Man’s Grandchild: Magic Legend. Said mobile game is also a Japan exclusive.
Similarly, Rerise does not have an English version. Currently, only time will tell if the mobile game adaptation of the popular light novel cum anime series will ever see a global release.
The Rising of the Shield Hero gained tremendous popularity thanks to its anime. Season 2 of the anime is coming out later this year, while a third season is already announced.

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Summer’s Arrival Fire Emblem Heroes Rerun-Should You Pull?

Intelligent System’s Fire Emblem Heroes had just announced over on their official twitter account, a rerun banner for the limited Summer’s Arrival Special Heroes banner featuring: Summer Tana, Summer Innes, Summer Cordelia and Summer Noire at a special rate of 4%.

We will be going through each of the unit’s skills and stats to determine if you should be spending those precious orbs on this banner.

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Summer’s Arrival – Summer Innes

Base Stats at Level 40:
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HP: 42
Atk: 33
Spd: 37
Def: 30
Res: 20

Skills:

Weapon Skill – Beach Banner+

If units initiates combat, grants Atk/Def/Spd/Res +2 during combat.

Support Skill – Rally Atk/Def

Grants Atk/Def +3 to an adjacent ally until the end of the turn.

B Skill – Def Feint 3

If a Rally Assist skill is used by unit or targets unit, inflicts Def -7 on foes in cardinal directions of unit thorugh their next actions.
Non-inheritable by Staff-wielding units.

C Skill – Goad Fliers

Grants flying allies within 2 spaces Spd/Atk+4 during combat. Requires Spur Atk 2 or Spur Spd 2.
Only inheritable by flier units.

Opinion
Summer Innes being a Green Flier is always nice to have given their ability to cross terrain easily without much limitations. While his skills are somewhat lacking, his Goad Fliers skill is good to have if you’re running a full-flier team.
His B skill Def Feint 3 could be useful if you’re planning on having Summer Innes as a supporting unit with repositioning shenanigans like reposition or swap, but it is certainly on the niche side.

Summer’s Arrival – Summer Tana

Base stats at level 40:

HP: 35
Atk: 33
Spd: 36
Def: 20
Res: 25

Skills:

Weapon Skill – Fruit of Iounn

Grants Spd+3. If unit’s HP ≥ 50% allies within 2 spaces can move to a space adjacent to unit.

Support Skill – Rally Spd/Res 3

Grants Spd/Res+3 to an adjacent ally until the end of the turn.

A Skill – Atk/Spd Push 3

At start of combat, if unit’s HP = 100%, grants Atk/Spd +5 but if unit attakced, deals 1 damage to unit after combat.

B Skill – Renewal 3

At the start of every second turn, restores 10 HP.
Inheritable by all units.

C Skill – Spur Atk/Def 2

Grants Atk/Def +3 to adjacent allies during combat.
Inheritable by all units

Opinion:
Arguably the best unit to pull for if you were to pull on this Fire Emblem Heroes Summer’s Arrival banner. While her offensive stats have fallen off as time passes with the addition of new units, her base Atk/Spd stat of 33 and 36 respectively is nothing to scoff at.
Her whole kit synergises pretty well and her A skill is a nice premium fodder skill to have on your offensive units like Legendary Eliwood.

Summer’s Arrival – Summer Cordelia

Base stats at level 40:

HP: 41
Atk: 32
Spd: 38
Def: 28
Res: 18

Skills:

Weapon Skill – Shell Lance+

If unit initiates combat, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+2 during combat.

Support Skill – Harsh Command

Converts penalties on target into bonuses.

A Skill – Sturdy Blow 2

If unit initiates combat, unit granted Atk/Def+4 during battle.
Non-inheritable by Staff-wielding unit.

B Skill – Dull Close 3

If foe users sword, lance, axe, dragonstone, or beast damage, neutralized foe’s bonuses (from skills like Fortify, Rally, etc.) during combat.
Inheritable by all units.
Opinion:
While she is a great character in her base game, Fire Emblem Awakening, Summer Cordelia is nothing much to write home about, other than her gorgeous art.
Her weapon is pretty lackluster and her overall kit is doesn’t help with the current meta. And not to mention with her being in the blue colour pool comes with great competition.
Summer Noire
Base stats at level 40:

HP: 36
Atk: 32
Spd: 36
Def: 27
Res: 20

Skills:

Weapon Skill – Coconut bow+

Effective against flying foes. If unit initiates combat, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res +2 during combat.

Rally – Ardent Sacrifice

Heals adjacent ally 10 HP. Unit loses 10HP (but cannot reach 0 this way)

A skill – Atk/Spd 2

Grants Atk/Spd +2
Inheritable by all units.

C skill – Infantry Rush 3

Infantry allies within 2 spaces gain: “If unit’s Atk ≥ foes’ Atk+1, grants Special cooldown charge +1 per attack. (Only highest value applied. Does not stack)”
Infantry Units Only

Opinion:
Summer Noire’s kit is also relatively decent with her only notable skill being her C skill of Infantry Rush 3 which is super useful if you were to pair it with units that already have a built in Special cooldown skill such as the Brave and Legendary variant of Ike.
As a unit by herself, Summer Noire is pretty niche with no notable game breaking skills.

Should you pull?
Long story short, you should definitely skip the Summer’s Arrival banner if you’re looking for a strong unit to have in your team.
There isn’t much uses in terms of skill fodder aside from Infantry Rush 3 from Summer Noire and Atk/ Spd Push 3 from Summer Tana.
I recommend saving your orbs for the upcoming Legendary Banners with the special 5* rate at 8% and will always have some of the more premium units on that banner.
For more information upcoming Summer’s Arrival and other news, check out their official website and twitter account.

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Nintendo's hit strategy-RPG Fire Emblem series, which has been going strong for more than 25 years, continues its journey on smart devices.

Fight battles customized for touch screens and on-the-go play. Summon characters from across the Fire Emblem universe. Develop your Heroes' skills, and take them to new heights. This is your adventure—a Fire Emblem that's like nothing you've seen before!

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Fantasy Earth Genesis Is Now Officially Launched In Stores!

Fantasy Earth Genesis (ファンタジーアース ジェネシス) by Asobimo and Square Enix has now been launched officially in stores! The game is now downloadable on the Japan App Store or Google Play Store. Since it was revealed back in September 2017, we’ve had high hopes on the game as the two giant companies are working together. As their pre-registration had hit over 200,000 pre-registers, players will now get to enjoy all the in-game rewards!

If you’re still new to this, the game was originally a PC MMORPG back in 2006. Now that the game was revived as a mobile MMORPG, Square Enix and Asobimo had made it possible so that we get a 50 vs 50 war mode on our mobile! Choose between 3 alliances and you’ll be able to take part in that massive war to take control of the crystals and expand your alliance’s territory. You can also build defensive or offensive structures to help defend your territory. What’s more, you can also summon powerful beasts to aid you on the battlefield!

As the game is now released for both iOS and Android devices in Japan, we’ve yet to receive news on any plans to have a global or English version. For now, those who are in Japan will be able to enjoy the epic 50 vs 50 PvE. For more info, you can check out their official site!
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Stay Silent New Version Update and Surprise Steam Sale

NetEase Games‘ western-themed multiplayer online FPS for VR game titled Stay Silent had just announced a major version update introducing new gameplay as well as a surprise sale on Steam.

Stay Silent Overview

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Step into a Wild West town in the aftermath of an alien incursion as the players will become the sheriff of an American town in the Wild West of the 1880s. Fight against stealthy bandits and brutal aliens on dark, silent nights using traditional firearms and powerful alien weapons.
Online Battle Mode

In this new version of Stay Silent, players can play in the new 1V1 or 2V2 online battles. Players will need to win 3 games out of 5 to win the battle. In a game which has been limited to 5 minutes per round, two teams take turns to play the predator and defender in a duel.

The goal of the predator is to occupy 2 energy pillars that are on the map, while the goal of the defender is to prevent the energy pillars from being occupied before the end of the time. Players can also win by defeat the opposing faction.
The two sides remain invisible to each other during the battle and need to utilize the props and skills configured to find their opponent’s trace and use firearms to defeat their counterpart.
Surprise Steam Sale

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Stay Silent is also having an 80% discount from today till 2nd October to celebrate the new update being dropped. From the original price of RM32.00, you can now get the game at an affordable price of RM6.40, get the game here.

For more information like Stay Silent and its new version update as well as future sale on other games do check out the official NetEase Games Website.

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Kabam Announces Squad Based RPG King Arthur Legends Rise

Kabam, the developers of Disney Mirrorverse and Marvel Contest of Champions, has announced King Arthur: Legends Rise. This is a new squad-based RPG set in a reimagined Arthurian world. The game will be coming to PC and mobile devices.

The game was first revealed during the State of Unreal keynote at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) and showcased the game’s 3D characters, and animations powered by Unreal Engine 5.

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In this RPG, players will adventure through Camelot with a squad of knights, mages, rogues, and more that you can add to your growing army. The game will also feature crossplay that will allow users to switch save files between different systems.
“Kabam has a rich history and proven track record of launching a fun and enduring games on mobile – including Marvel Contest of Champions, Disney Mirrorverse, and Shop Titans – but as we look to the future, enabling our players to experience cross-platform progression and play is an essential part of what we want to offer our players. King Arthur: Legends Rise represents the first game for this new direction,” said SeungWon Lee, Chief Executive Officer at Kabam.
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“We couldn’t be more excited for Kabam to put their trust in Unreal Engine 5 while they build out their gorgeous, squad-based RPG for mobile and PC,” said Lenny Simon, Director of Unreal Engine Business Development and Games Licensing.
The developers have revealed the following features for King Arthur: Legends Rise:

An Epic King Arthur Quest – Players will experience a dark and mysterious campaign that immerses them in the perilous adventures of a young King Arthur
Collectible Arthurian Legends – Players will build an ever-expanding roster of Knights, Mages, Rogues, and powerful iconic characters of Arthurian Legend as they journey through the Kingdom of Avalon
Mythical Weapons To Defeat Powerful Monsters – Players can select the best Relics for their Heroes and hone them into the perfect weapon to defeat monsters and madmen in strategic combat
Rebuilding The Kingdom of Camelot – Players will be tasked with rebuilding the battle-torn realm to its former glory as the ultimate fortress for their Heroes

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More information about a release date for King Arthur: Legends Rise will be shared later this year.
Players can wishlist King Arthur: Legends Rise on Steam. The game will also be coming to mobile.

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New PV for Monster Collect released!

Japan-based game developer SNS-ENTERTAINMENT has just released a new PV for its upcoming monster-breeding RPG Monster Collect ~Time Travel Adventures~, which will be made available for the Android and iOS platforms. Pre-registrations have already opened, with over 30,000 signups at this point in time.

Players in Monster Collect will be able to travel back in time to different eras ranging from prehistoric times to far into the future in order to seek out various monsters to capture. Once they have joined your ranks, you will be tasked with training these monsters to unlock their full potential. You will need to do so as the dangers that await you become increasingly stronger as you go along. Ultimately, the goal is to become the best that no one ever was, as you could come to expect from a game of this genre. We are not sure how Monster Collect plans to differentiate itself from the competition, so we will have to wait and see.

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honor 9 review – mid-range smartphone with high-end features

honor 9, the successor to the stunning honor 8 was released in China last June, but unfortunately there is no news on Malaysia release until now. We are lucky to be able to have a little hands-on experience on it, so here is our quick honor 9 review!

What is in the box
The honor 9 package comes in a neat white box with some of the most basic items – the phone itself, Quick Start Guide, Eject Pin, USB-C Cable and Charger. The model we get is in the graceful Glacier Grey (I’d prefer Sapphire Blue though). The design looks very similar to P10, with a fingerprint scanner built into the home button in front and dual lens camera on the back.

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What makes honor 9 stands out from the others is its shiny and reflective glass body that would diffract light at different angles to create attractive reflective patterns. It looks really cool, however, it is very slippery (even the cameras are sitting flush with the body) and quite a fingerprint magnet. The size of honor 9 fits right into the palm of your hand, while the weight is only about 155g so you don’t have to worry about carrying it around.
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honor 9 Specifications

Size: 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.45 mm
Weight: about 155 g
Color: Glacier Grey, Sapphire Blue, Midnight Black
Display: 5.15-inch FHD display
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
CPU: HUAWEI Kirin 960 Octa-core processor
OS: Android 7.0
Memory: 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM (support up to 256GB with Micro SD card)
Camera:

8MP Front Camera
20MP Monochrome + 12MP RGB Rear Camera

Battery: 3200 mAh
EMUI: EMUI 5.1

Display and Camera
Although honor 9 sticks to their heavy-bezel design (while everyone else is following the bezel-less trend), the 5.15-inch display doesn’t disappoint us with a decent 428 pixels per inch. The display is bright and sharp enough for indoor and outdoor use too.

honor 9 comes with an impressive camera setup – 20MP Monochrome + 12MP dual-lens rear camera (well, not Leica-branded this time) and 8MP on the front camera. The honor 9 manages to take photos quick and accurate so you will face no problem in taking crystal clear photos. But, since it doesn’t have the optical image stabilization, taking photos in low-light conditions might be a bit challenging. Various photo mode such as wide aperture, bokeh (selfie) and portrait presents in honor 9 as well.
Performance and Battery Life
Powered by Kirin 960 and 4GB RAM, the performance of honor 9 is undoubtedly good. Multitasking is fast and seamless, while high-demanding game loads in a few seconds. The storage is originally 64GB, if that is not enough to fit all your favorite games, you can also expand it up to 256GB with MicroSD card.
Playing Glorious Mission on honor 9
You can expect a full day of battery life under regular usage with the 3200 mAh battery. The battery runs out pretty fast on entertainment activity (gaming or playing video) but thanks to honor’s fast charging technology, you can top back up the battery quickly (from 0 to 40% in just half an hour).
Conclusion
With these high-end features (where the expansive flagship smartphones are offering) and gorgeous design, honor 9 only cost a low price – 2,299 CNY (about RM1,442). So if you are looking for an affordable flagship and don’t mind about the heavy-bezel display or the lack of waterproof feature, honor 9 would be your perfect choice. honor 9 is not out in Malaysia yet, hopefully we will see it launching in Malaysia soon!

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PixelJunk developers announce Eden Obscura

Game developer Q-Games, the brains behind the multi award winning Playstation 3 hit PixelJunk Eden has just announced Eden Obscura.

Despite the name, this is by no means an entirely new IP, as it serves as the successor to PixelJunk Eden, although this is being made available only for Android and iOS devices. Making a return is Baiyon, the Japanese artist and creator, who will work on the visual and audio mechanics of Eden Obscura. Watch the debut trailer above for a glimpse of what to expect.

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Eden Obscura will be showcased at the BitSummit event, which takes place between 20 May 2017 and 21 May 2017 in Kyoto, Japan.

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Touhou Danmaku Kagura reveals new PV and summer 2021 release

Touhou Danmaku Kagura, an upcoming mobile title and the first rhythm game for the Touhou series in 25 years, finally has a release in sight. Touhou Danmaku Kagura will release in the summer of this year for iOS and Android devices.

The game also revealed a new promotional video, which you can watch here:

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The new PV showcased additional gameplay footage and some in-game cutscenes. Blending Touhou‘s bullet hell gameplay with the franchise’s iconic music in the form of a rhythm game, players can choose over 40 characters to build their team with. Note that this game does not have an English version announced at the time of writing.
Together with the new PV, the YouTube channel for the game also uploaded a video featuring the game’s theme song. You can watch the video here:
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Touhou Danmaku Kagura‘s theme song, when translated to English, is titled “Flowers Blooming in Fantasy”. The arrangement of the song is by Kayako Kusano, the composer of the Demon Slayer anime opening, Gurenge. Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets performed the song.
Besides Touhou Danmaku Kagura, another Touhou mobile game also opened its pre-registrations exclusively in Mainland China recently. You can read more about it here.
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Dota 2 Adds The CEO of Aperture Science, Cave Johnson as an Announcer Pack

During the finals week of the Dota 2 International 11, an announcer pack featuring the CEO of Aperture Science, Cave Johnson from Portal 2 has been announced and it will be available for all Dota 2 Battle Pass owners.

The announcement was made in a 6 minute long video which had featured both SirActionSlacks, Kaci and Gabe Newell himself as they acted in a skit where they were part of a recording session for the upcoming announcer pack. The skit ended off with Gabe Newell making a phone call using a potato phone to the Aperture Science CEO.

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J.K. Simmons will be reprising his role as Cave Johnson and the announcer pack (more specifically the mega kill announcer pack) will be released on the 3rd November as a level 75 reward of the Dota 2 Battle Pass. This isn’t the first time where Dota 2 players have seen Portal 2 being crossed over with the game, where GLaDOS had been previously added as both an announcer pack and a mega kill announcer pack.
For those who might not be familiar with the Mega Kill pack, it is a cosmetic item replaces the default announcer when players were to have a killing streak throughout their match.
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Brave Frontier 2 Is Now Available In Stores!

Brave Frontier 2, the latest mobile RPG sequel to Brave Frontier developed by A-Lim is now officially launched! The game launched in Japan for both iOS and Android is now available for download. Currently the game is only released for Japan and there’s no announcement if the game will have an English version like its predecessor. As from speculation, gumi inc. who was the publisher for Brave Frontier global, was not present during Brave Frontier 2 presentation which was presented by A-Lim themselves so gumi might not be the global publisher for A-Lim anymore.

With a few tweaks and new features implemented onto the new Brave Frontier 2, a new journey begins 20 years after Brave Frontier. The previous heroes that we loved are now replaced by two new protagonists, however the old characters will still make an appearance as you go through the game. Players will also be able to do the “Xcross Brave Burst” combo with 3 or more heroes which seems cool!

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The gacha system was removed and now players can purchase their preferred characters with in-game currencies (diamonds). The new feature seems to be a good way to reduce and curb “gambling addiction” since a new policy was announced on gachas and loot boxes. This also means that the game will now truly be F2P friendly which also benefits P2P who do not necessarily need to buy gems just to roll the big dices for the most wanted heroes.
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With the game newly launched, they are also collaborating with Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger from the 2013 Super Sentai series which will bring players new events with more goodies and rewards!

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PlayStation 4 Pro Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle Pack Coming To Malaysia Too!

Just earlier today, Sony Interactive Entertainment Hong Kong Limited Singapore Branch (SIES) released an announcement stating that Malaysians will also be able to purchase the “PlayStation®4 Pro Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle Pack” at the price of MYR 2,049!

The “PlayStation 4 Pro Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle Pack” includes a PlayStation 4 Pro (PS4 Pro) console (Jet Black 1TB), a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, and the Blu-ray Disc version of the PS4 title “Red Dead Redemption 2 Special Edition”. The bundle pack comes with the bonus digital contents “The War Horse” and “The Outlaw Survival Kit”.
The Story
America, 1899. The end of the wild west era has begun as lawmen hunt down the last remaining outlaw gangs. Those who will not surrender or succumb are killed.
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After a robbery goes badly wrong in the western town of Blackwater, Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang are forced to flee. With federal agents and the best bounty hunters in the nation massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal and fight their way across the rugged heartland of America in order to survive. As deepening internal divisions threaten to tear the gang apart, Arthur must make a choice between his own ideals and loyalty to the gang who raised him.
Product Details

Product Name
PlayStation 4 Pro Red Dead Redemption 2 Bundle Pack

Price
MYR 2,049

Bundle Content
PlayStation 4 Pro (Jet Black 1TB) x 1
DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller x 1
PS4 title Red Dead Redemption 2 Special Edition Blu-ray Disc x 1 – Includes: World map and the following free download contents all-in-one download code for Story Mode

Bank Robbery Mission & Gang Hideout
Dappled Black Thoroughbred
Talisman and Medallion Gameplay Bonuses
Gameplay Boosts, Cash Bonuses & Discounts
The Nuevo Paraiso Gunslinger Outfit
Three Weapons  at Gunsmiths)
Includes: Pre-order bonuses digital contents ”War Horse” and “The Outlaw Survival Kit” for Story Mode）

PlayStation Plus 3-month subscription voucher card x 1
(Valid until 26 April 2019)

Game Publisher
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Copyright
Rockstar Games, Inc. 2005-18. Rockstar Games, Red Dead Redemption, and R are marks/logos/copyrights of Take-Two Interactive. All other marks and trademarks are properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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Ace Angler Fighting Spirits M Available Now for Android and iOS

Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Ace Angler Fighting Spirits M is now available for App Store and Google Play.

This game is the mobile iteration of the Nintendo Switch game Ace Angler Fighting Spirits and features over 100 types of sea creatures across 7 stages.

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Here is an overview of what the game has to offer:

Spend medals to select different types of rods from Normal Rod to Legend Rod
Choose to either rotate or hold the reel to bring in the fish you hooked.
Upgrade the stage to encounter even more types of fishes and earn more medals
Compete against players around the world in the rankings
Play across 6 well known Ace Angler stages with addition of the Treasure Ship Stage
Over 100 sea creatures with different classes that offer different numbers of medals.
Read about the fishes that you have caught with the Fish Encyclopedia

Ace Angler Fighting Spirits M is the mobile version of the fishing game Ace Angler on the arcades and Nintendo Switch. The game is out now for Android and iOS globally.
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Check out our review of Ace Angler Fighting Spirits on the Nintendo Switch. If you enjoyed it, why not get both the game and this mobile version for double the fishing experience.

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Kingdom Hearts III Review – Fantastic action adventure in beautiful disney worlds

It has been 13 years since the last main title of Kingdom Hearts was released, and finally the sequel, Kingdom Hearts III is here. We are lucky to be able to get our hands on the PS4 game earlier, so here is our Kingdom Hearts III review where we will tell you what we love or don’t like about the game! Noted that this might contain spoilers so read at your own risk.

The Story and Worlds
Some of you might ask, is it possible to jump into the series without playing the previous games? The answer is yes. You can still enjoy the game (TBH, I wasn’t a fan of the Kingdom Hearts series before this as well). However it is recommended for you to play the previous titles, or else you might get confused on the flashbacks and references. Thankfully, there are some Memory Archives in Kingdom Hearts III that you can read before you start the game.

The story of Kingdom Hearts III basically focuses on the trio – Sora, Donald and Goofy on their journey to gather the Guardians of Light to fight against the dark forces. This time, the game is featuring an assortment of Disney worlds including Tangled, Toy Story, Pirates of the Caribbean 3, Frozen and Big Hero 6. Of course, many of the iconic characters from the previous story and new worlds will be making their appearance.
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Graphics
Using Unreal Engine for Kingdom Hearts III was a smart move by Square Enix. The transition between the cinematic cutscenes and gameplay are both equally amazing that you won’t feel cut off from the experience.
The visuals are impressive too. As you progress through each world, you can see the uniqueness each world has to provide.

Gameplay
On the gameplay aspect, Kingdom Hearts III offers diverse gameplay with a lot of new elements. The controls are simple, you can also program your favourite magic skills into shortcuts so you can cast it easily. Square Enix is emphasizing on the teamwork elements with the teamwork-based attacks, which you can trigger it with just one button that pops up when you accumulate enough attacks. There are some flashy special attacks based on amusement park rides such as Pirate Ship and Mad Tea Cups too.

Every key blade has its own special combos and uses, so feel free to switch around the key blades to suit your strategy or playstyle. Progressing further into the game will allow you to perform Link Summons. You can summon an ally (such as Ralph, Ariel and Simba) and use their abilities to aid you in the battle. While for the bosses, there are many of them, all have their own forms and different attack patterns. The difficulty of the game ramp up as you progress.

The Gummi Ship, your transportation to travel between different worlds got a full makeover and revamp. You can fly around freely between worlds (no fixed route) and shoot down numerous enemies if you want to. Customization is allowed for the Gummi Ship with more options available than in previous titles.
Also, Sora will have a Gummiphone that he can take selfies with the various characters or take photos of his surroundings. And if you want to take a break from the main story, there are some mini-games that you can challenge for high scores.

Soundtrack
Square Enix did a really good job in capturing the same feeling of nostalgia with the theme song from every series. The songs from Kingdom Hearts III is available in both Japanese and English, both sang by the same singer, Utada Hikaru. The background music and character themes successfully bring out the mood for the scenes as well as the fights. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed with the soundtracks.

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The Review

                    Kingdom Hearts III

9
Score

Kingdom Hearts III did an impressive job in terms of soundtracks, graphics and combat gameplay. However, the story plot is pretty confusing especially for someone who is new to the series. Overall, it is a game that worth the wait and your money.

PROS
 Visually stunning Satisfying combat Awesome soundtracks

CONS
 Confusing plots I get lost quite often

Review Breakdown

We Give Kingdom Hearts III 9 out of 10
0

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ASUS announces new 15.6″ and 17.3″ TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705

Earlier this month, we got the announcement of the new TUF Gaming FX504 series from ASUS. Not even one month has passed, but now they are already preparing to release another new patch of TUF Gaming laptops – the FX505 and FX705! Coming in 15.6″ (FX505) and 17.3″ (FX705), the new TUF Gaming laptops are ready to deliver all the essentials at affordable prices. Check out the details below!

Powered by up to an 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor, the FX505 and FX705 are capable to handle multitasks and provides the seamless gaming experiences. Both of the models also feature up to an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 GPU, up to 32GB RAM and 512GB SSD.

TUF Gaming FX505 – Gold Steel
Both their displays come with refresh rates up to 144Hz under its NanoEdge (bezel-less) design. The keyboards feature an ample 1.8mm of key travel and the exclusive ASUS Overstroke technology, while the backlighting comes in customizable RGB or a red glow that matches the chassis accents.
TUF Gaming FX505 – Red Fusion
Just as how its name “TUF Gaming” is read, the new laptops are tough and built to last. It is designed to meet the demanding MIL-STD-810G military standard for reliability and durability that exceed industry standards. Not to mention that it comes with independent fans and heatsinks, with a patented rear exhaust design and patented dust tunnels integrated into the fans for superior, long-lasting cooling.
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TUF Gaming FX705 – Red Matter
Here are the specifications for ASUS TUF Gaming FX505 / FX705:

CPU
8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H
8th Gen Intel Core i5-8300H

Display
FX505: 15.6″ FHD NanoEdge wide-view display up to 144Hz and 100% sRGB
FX705: 17.3″ FHD NanoEdge wide-view display up to 144Hz and 100% sRGB

Operating system
Windows 10

Graphics
Up to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060

Main memory
Up to 32GB DDR4 2666MHz

Storage
Up to 512GB PCIe SSD
Up to 1TB FireCuda SSHD

Connectivity
Intel 2×2 MIMO 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi
Bluetooth 5.0

Camera
HD webcam

I/O ports
2 x USB 3.1 Gen1
1 x USB 2.0
1 x HDMI 2.0

Keyboard and touchpad
1.8mm key travel
Customizable RGB or red backlighting

Audio
DTS Headphone:X™

Battery
48Wh Lithium-polymer battery (FX505)
64Wh Lithium-polymer battery (FX705)

AC adapter
120W Power adaptor (GD/GE)
180W Power adaptor (GM)

Dimensions
FX505
(AL) 36.04 x 26.2 x 2.58cm
(IMR) 36.04 x 26.2 x 2.675cm
FX705
(AL) 39.98 x 27.94 x 2.66cm
(IMR) 39.98 x 27.94 x 2.76cm

Weight
2.2 kg (FX505); 2.6kg (FX705)

For more information about ASUS TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705, you can visit their official site (FX505/FX705) or Facebook.

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Crusaders of Light will launch next month!

After a few months of soft-launching in selected regions, Crusaders of Light has finally decided their official launch date. iOS will have it on 13 July, while Android users will only be able to get it from 20 July.

Crusaders of Light is a full-fledged mobile MMORPG which launched in China as “Land of Glory” at the beginning of 2017. Other than the common MMORPG features such as guilds and quests, the biggest selling points of the game will be the massive 40-man dungeon raid, where players can join in 2K resolution.

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Onmyoji Arena Is Now Launched For SEA!

Onmyoji Arena, the MOBA game that’s based on the Onmyoji universe is finally here! The game by NetEase Games had launched it in China back in January and finally now in Japan and Southeast Asia. Though now it’s only available for the iOS, Android will be released later until further notice.

Update: It is now available on both Android and iOS!
Check out our short gameplay below:

Like any MOBA games, it’s a 5vs5 on a three-lane map which features characters from the Onmyoji universe. Each character will have 4 of their own unique abilities. Players will be able to choose their language based on the countries that you are in.

Items
Onmyodo
Spell
You can check out their official Facebook page for more info, updates and future events.

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