Nyorokko now out for smartphones

ForwardWorks, a subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has just officially launched Nyorokko, its asymmetrical multiplayer game for the Android and iOS platforms as a free-to-play title with the usual microtransactions.

As previously reported, Nyorokko’s primary selling point is that it was produced by Japanese celebrity Tsubasa Honda, a self-professed online game enthusiast, and she has worked on everything from game design, character design and the service model. To realise her dream project, ForwardWorks and even Microsoft Japan are supporting its development. ForwardWorks will be acting as publisher while Microsoft will be providing its Azure PlayFab development platform for the project. As for the game itself, Nyorokko will see eight players split into teams of Visitors (Angels) and Keepers (Humans). Two will assume the role of angels, while the remaining six will be humans. Each team will have a total of 10 minutes to achieve their victory conditions. If the concept sounds familiar that is because it is. If you have played something like Among Us or Unfortunate Spacemen, then you will be right at home with this.

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Another thing that is interesting about this project is the fact that it will only run for a total of six months. The producer has worked on this game with the notion that it will be a six-month special experience from start to finish. During the course of its existence, the game will be holding special events and introducing new characters. For the time being, a connection test is being held between 23 April 2021 and 24 April 2024, and the app can be installed now from the Play Store. Recruitment for the connection test will end once there have been 10,000 downloads. If the concept of this game entices you, then be sure to drop by the official website for more details.

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Panilla Saga now available for Android and iOS

Ujoy Games has just launched Panilla Saga its latest idle RPG for the Android and iOS.

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Description for the game as follows via the Panilla Saga store page:
Are you ready to meet the Fates?
Panilla Saga’s retro-style animation is a blast from the past. Real-time and idle options allow you the freedom to play as you want, and daily rewards and battle bonuses keep you in the fight to save Panilla from the forces of darkness.
—–Features—–
-One tap to get abundant rewards;
-Tactical auto battles;
-Nearly 100 Heroes from 6 Factions;
-Unique and magical Artifacts;
-Fight alongside or against allies at the Guild;
-R-like exploration & Mini games;
-Personalized dreamland design;
-More special events
—–PROLOGUE—–
Eons ago, the Primordial God created an ocean. Where seeds of life budded and sprouted, the world of Panilla was formed.
The golden era shone as brilliantly as the sun high above the world. Panilla was an idyllic land, verdant and full of life.
But the divine power of Yggdrasil waned as the prosperity of Panilla grew. The world fell to chaos, and humanity became depraved.
The peace was burned in the fires of war, and humankind begged the Gods for succor. The Gods marched to war, to face evil at the prophesized battlefield; the Land of Ragnarok.
The Continent of Panilla lies fractured. The Sage Stone of Lucelia has returned.
The Gears of Fate, have started to turn！
Join today and prove that you are the hero you were meant to be!
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IDOLA Phantasy Star Saga now available in Japan

As scheduled, Sega has launched its new Phantasy Star mobile title – IDOLA Phantasy Star Saga in Japan today. The game is part of the project to celebrate the 30th-anniversary commemoration of the Phantasy Star series. It features a command-based battle system, you will be able to command a squad of 4 characters, then tap to release the character skills strategically in a battle to clear the stages.

Set in the war-ravaged land of Vandoll, the mobile game tells a story where people spend their day protecting the land by chasing out the mysterious, huge monsters – Idola using swords and magic. However, the god of destruction “Dark Farce” which is sealed long ago is resurrecting back to the land. You will need to stop Dark Farce’s resurrection, as well as discovering the true nature of the Idola that descended from Dark Farce.

You can download the mobile RPG on your Android or iOS device now from the Japan App Stores. Be sure to try it out if you are a fan of the Phantasy Star series! You can also visit the official site for more information.

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Fist of the North Star: Legends ReVIVE announced by Sega

Fist of the North Star has a popular Japanese manga series that has celebrated its 35th-anniversary last year. As a part of the celebration, Sega is developing a new mobile RPG based on the series titled Fist of the North Star: Legends ReVIVE. It will be arriving for both iOS and Android in Japan.

The game is said to feature a faithful re-experience of the original work. Of course, you will see the iconic characters making their appearance in the game. However, these are all we know as the gameplay remains unknown for now.
A closed beta test will be held for the game from June 12 to 21. If you are interested, you can sign up at their official site before June 6. Stay tuned for more information!
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Onmyoji: The Card Game launches in Japan, Kumamon collab to come

The card game spin off from Netease’s popular Onmyoji series, creatively named Omyoji: The Card Game, launches in Japan today. The game itself has already available in Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines and Australia, presumably with more territories to come. For those who intend to hop in to the English version, do note that it shares the server with the China release, and thus will not begin from the first season.

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The Japan release for Onmyoji: The Card Game presumably will not be encountering this issue. At time of writing, there is no announcement regarding this collaboration, but the Japan server will get the Kumamon collaboration from 19 November to 9 December. Find the missing pieces of Kumamon’s painting to get limited items, as well as exchange items in the event shop for more goodies. A limited time collaboration card back design will also be up for grabs.
It’s not the first time the series has collaborated with Kumamon, the previous one being with Onmyoji Arena. If you want to head over to the Japanese release of the card game, they’ll be offering the standard beginner goodies like guaranteed SSRs, new purchase rewards and the like. There’s even a LINE Points giveaway for reaching certain milestones, with details to be available on the official Twitter.
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Onmyoji: The Card GameDeveloper: NeteaseRelease Date: 2019-12-09Android, iOS
Onmyoji: The Card Game, a spinoff of Onmyoji, is a duel card mobile game. Hundreds of top painters and voice actors joined forces with the development team to create a paradise of Yokai.

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Ubisoft announces Assassin’s Creed Rebellion for mobile!

Ubisoft announces a free-to-play strategy RPG for the Assassin’s Creed franchise recently. Namely Assassin’s Creed Rebellion, the game will be available worldwide on iOS and Android devices soon.

Assassin’s Creed Rebellion will bring you back to the 15th century’s Spain with a new artistic direction in presenting the familiar Assassins. You will be able to build your own Assassin Brotherhood, manage a fortress and engage in covert missions against the Templars. Famous Assassins including Ezio, Aguilar and Machiavelli along with more than 20 new characters exclusively created for the game will be available to recruit by collecting their DNA fragments.

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You can also train your Assassins and craft items or equipment. Your fortress will serve as a base of operations, where you will form a team of 3 Assassins to take part in various infiltration missions. Characters (or Assassins) come with their unique skills, and since it is a strategy game, different combinations of characters do make an impact in completing missions.

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The game is currently in development with no actual release date yet.
Editor’s note: The game is soft-launched on the Philippines App Store.

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Looney Tunes World of Mayhem now undergoing pre-registration

Looney Tunes World of Mayhem is currently undergoing a pre-registration phase for the Android. As the name implies, the game features characters from the Looney Tunes franchise.

Looney Tunes World of Mayhem is a turn-based strategy game. In true Looney Tunes fashion, the game involves the characters attacking each other with slapstick comedy. Players familiar with the franchise may recognise some of the attacks such as dropping the ACME safe or an anvil on a character’s head. Expect jaw-dropping wackiness throughout the game.

Players can collect Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy to build their ultimate Looney Tunes team. Each character has their own unique abilities and attacks which gives the game a well-rounded diversity. Furthermore, defeating a character with a rival character will net players bonuses. For example, defeating Wile E Coyote with the Road Runner provide bonuses to the player.
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Lastly, players can design their own Looney Tunes town. The buildings provide characters with power-ups needed for more difficult missions. As expected, the buildings are based on the Looney Tunes universe.

Players who pre-register for the game will get an exclusive Showbiz Daffy Crate. Other rewards include rare Showbiz Daffy Toon Pieces, potions, dynamite, anvils and gold. Players will receive the crate after completing the tutorial on Android within 48 hours after the commercial launch. Unfortunately, iOS users will not have access to the pre-registration.
For more info on the game, you can check out the official site, official Facebook page and official Twitter page.

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RedCandleGames pulls off Devotion from the shelves

Following the recent incident of Xi Jinping’s Easter egg in Devotion, RedCandleGames has decided to take down the game. The Taiwan-based development studio has even issued an official announcement today at daybreak.

Have a look at the official announcement down below:

因為《還願》遊戲本體在部分電腦出現無法開啟與遊玩時偶有閃退的現象，我們決定先暫時將還願下架，並且重新進行軟體品質檢測。也希望各方可以利用這段時間從素材誤植風波中冷靜下來，團隊也會重新檢查遊戲素材避免類似的事情再度發生。希望還願重新上架到St…
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Posted by 赤燭遊戲 － Red Candle Games on Monday, February 25, 2019

According to the post, RedCandleGames had to take down Devotion for inspection due to technical issues. Meanwhile, making use of that time to ease the tension in their community. Also making sure that no unintended materials get into the game again.

Some people said that RedCandleGames should have stop clarifying about the talisman and that they should have focus more on the game. What are your thoughts? Will they be bringing back a better version of Devotion?
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English Version Of Grimms Notes By Square Enix Launched!

Grimms Notes is a game by Square Enix and published by Flero Games. It was launched for both the iOS and Android devices in Japan. The game was launched in Japan since 2016 and had made an announcement of a global version launch last year. 2 years later, Square Enix has finally launched the English version on both App Store and Play Store!

The game is a mobile RPG based on Fairy Tales. It’s a side-scroller RPG where players control characters by sliding to move and attack by tapping on the screen. Players can only control their main character while the party members will be AI controlled. However players will be able to activate their skills when it is fully charged.

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One of the unique features of the game is the Soul System. The Souls are equivalent to Jobs or Class where players will be able to equip any 2 souls and change in-between combat whichever is in favor. As there are multiple types of enemies, changing souls during combat will provide you with an upper hand on the battlefield.
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Now that the game is available in English, players who were eager to play it now can download it in your respective stores. The game is available in South Korea, the United States, Canada, and 27 European countries including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.

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Mashin Hero Wataru announced for mobile

The all classic TV Anime Series Mashin Hero Wataru will be getting their own mobile game. The game will be developed by Shanghai Kingnet Technology. Short story for Mashin Hero Wataru for those who are not familiar of the TV Anime Series. The story revolves around a 9 year-old boy named Wataru Ikusabe who got magically transported to a magical realm by a dragon. This realm is known as Soukaizan which ruled by a demonic ruler and which Wataru will have to defeat.

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All we know is that the game will be a full-fledge action RPG. You will get to experience the story of Wataru saving Soukaizan all over again just like in the anime. There will be a dungeon system set in the game. You will also have to fight demons in highly strategic battle system along with Ryuujimaru!
The game will be first launched in China and will be available in mobile. There is no announcement on the game launch in other regions yet. Stay tune with us as we will be covering more news about the game when new information pops up!
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Dragalia Lost First Impressions

Nintendo and Cygames made headlines when they announced they were working on a new IP, which is particularly notable for the former, as it is known to rely on its established franchises. Dragalia Lost launched to much fanfare, and from that few hours we have put into it so far, we may be looking at a winner here.

The easiest way to describe this game is being Nintendo’s take on Granblue Fantasy, incidentally one of Cygames’ flagship titles, inspired by Shironeko’s art direction. Dragalia Lost is streamlined sufficiently for anyone to be able to pick it up with little effort, but boasts the production values to rival the best mobile games out there and then some. Should you decide to invest your time into this, there is more depth to the game than it lets on at the beginning.

The plot of Dragalia Lost, for the most part is serviceable and is standard JRPG fare, so there is not much to write home about here. You take on the role of a prince who is part of the clan of Dragonbloods and have the ability to make pacts with, wait for it, dragons. Reluctant to embrace such power at first, our protagonist soon accepts his destiny, realising that he is needed to bring order to the lands.
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The mechanics of Dragalia Lost, as mentioned earlier, will be at home with those who have played Granblue Fantasy, or really most modern mobile RPGs at this point. You progress through a campaign which also functions as a tutorial. Along the way you will pick up plot essential characters to join your party while unlocking more game features.
While the game is mostly single player, there are co-op rooms which you can host or join to undertake challenges. Here, you will be able to play with up to three other users, and this functions as the multiplayer. We also find a rudimentary base building mode, which is an interesting distraction from the core game. Here you will be able to lay out infrastructure that grants party bonuses and generate resources such as gold.

Progression here is multi-layered and is again, reminiscent to Granblue Fantasy, with some refinements tacked on. Party members all have their own individual levels and abilities which you pour resources into to make them stronger. This is complemented by equipment in the form of a weapon and Wyrmprints, the latter granting the character with bonus stats.
Each unit can also have dragons bound to them, which can be summoned during combat. Dragons are especially strong as they function as their own independent unit with abilities and attacks that can turn the tide of battle.

While touchscreen controls aren’t always best suited for such games, the game is forgiving enough in that enemies telegraph some of their stronger attacks, so you more often than not will be able to react accordingly. The combat mechanics are satisfyingly varied, as weapon types lend to a different experience each time depending on what you equip.
Auto-battle is an option but it is not always the best solution to go with as the AI will not use special abilities and are not intelligent enough to avoid telegraphed attacks. Furthermore, they will ignore the chests and caches littered around maps. Element weakness and resistance are also core the gameplay, meaning you will always want the right characters with the right element to do the job.
While you can brute force your way early on with any unit, this becomes harder when bosses have higher HP and deal from their attacks especially if your party is weak against it.

This is the part of course where with address the gacha component of Dragalia Lost. As mentioned in the previous paragraph, you are going to want characters across the six elements here, and while you are handed free units from the campaign and the eventual events, the bulk of your party are going to comprise from those you draw from gacha.
Premium currency unfortunately do not come as easily as we would like, so you won’t be able to beef up your party as much as you want. Add to the fact that you have to spread your resources across other areas such as summons, Wyrmprints and weapons, you are definitely going to be stretched thin as a free player. The abysmal SSR rates further compound to the problem as well.
The game does offer an olive branch in that you will be able to upgrade the low rarity units to have stats comparable to that of their rarer counterparts, but we do not know at this point the extent of how well they will perform.

Overall, we have a very well done game in our hands, but to that quality comes with a price tag. If you are willing to invest the resources, you will find much to be enjoyed here. Whether or not it will be able to unseat similar titles remain to be seen, but with two juggernauts of the industry working on this, things are looking good.

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Dance Trips now available for smartphones

Idea Factory has just launched Dance Trips, its latest otome game for the Android and iOS platforms, ready for download on their respective app stores. The game is a crossover release between its otome brand Otomate and voice artist Kenjiro Tsuda.

Dance Trip is described as a “romance x running restaurant” simulation title featuring illustration by Sakigumi Shiki of Hakuoki fame. The game is broken down into three major components, namely the main story, cooking, characters’ dancing performance.

Certainly an interesting mix of genres to say the least, so one would wonder how well it meshes together in the finished product. Give it a go if you are into hot men doing hot men things like running a restaurant during the day and performing as a group in the evening.

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WWE Tap Mania – An Idle Clicker by SEGA!

WWE Tap Mania is a game by SEGA and it was recently launched for both iOS and Android stores. As you noticed from the title, the game is an idle clicker game. It is unusual for SEGA to release an idle clicker game and this is the first of its kind.

SEGA in partnership with WWE along with The Tap Lab has given birth to WWE Tap Mania. The idle clicker game allows you to flex your finger muscles (if you have any) to tap furiously as if you are a pro finger wrestler. Basically you tap your way to stardom and be the WWE champion over all the WWE superstars. Players will also be collecting cards that consists of WWE superstars and build decks that will increase your tap damage. The card characters can also use their signature moves which is pretty cool. Just like any idle clicker game, the cards can be upgraded to become stronger as well.

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While the game is easy to play, it is free for download. If you are a fan of WWE, this could be the game you’d like to unleash your inner wrestler. May you get the most OP card in the game; John Cena!

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TemTem – The Pokemon-Inspired MMORPG For The PC Is Now On Kickstarter!

Remember TemTem, the monster collecting game that looks pretty much like Pokemon? Well it’s inspired by Pokemon and we were intrigued by Crema Games when they released their trailer back in April. They’ve got many fans who were looking forward to the game and finally now they have started a Kickstarter program to help fund the project with the release of a new trailer as well!

As you can see in the trailer, you get to roam around freely on the map with your desired Pokemon TemTem. Just like Pokemon, the game, you will encounter TemTems in tall grasses. Interestingly, they also have a competitive battle against other players with a picking phase which gives an edge to strategic gameplay.

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Also you get to decorate your own home or a secret base, just like in Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal. Your characters are also customizable with cosmetics which are probably purchasable in-game or from the store. With the game is already up on Steam, it is expected to be released in 2019. KickstarterIf you support them on you’ll get tons of rewards depending on the Tier you’re in!
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Is ASUS Making A Gaming Mobile Phone?

Back in November 2017, Razer announced their high-end gaming smartphone that could support up to 120Hz display. It shook the world and now ASUS seems to be following suit as well. ASUS, a Taiwanese multinational computer and phone hardware and electronics company, is rumored to be teasing their new gaming smartphone during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018 that will be held in Fira Gran Via Barcelona, Spain.

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The rumored gaming smartphone will be using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845, accompanied with a cooling system that allows the Snapdragon to hit max clocks and not throttle. With 6GB or more of RAM, ASUS might just call it the RoG Phone which is their first gaming-focused smartphone under the Republic of Gamers brand.
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For now it’s just a rumor but we will definitely hear more about it during the coming MWC 2018.

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ZIO and The Magic Scrolls pre-registration now open

South Korea-based developer Super Planet has just announced the opening of pre-registrations for ZIO and the Magic Scrolls for the Android and iOS platforms.

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This idle action RPG is a spinoff of the webtoon that is being published on LINE Manga. A better description of the game as follows via the ZIO and the Magic Scrolls store page:
■ Auto battle game with 5 heroes and magic scrolls
– Both battle and skill use are automatic! Enjoy this AFK RPG.
– When the battle situation turns dire, activate magic scrolls! Get the upper hand with some exhilarating special moves!
– Without repeat play, you can obtain AFK rewards.
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■ Strategic choices, become a magic scroll master!
– Collect and enhance a total of 12 magic scrolls with various abilities from magic to black magic!
– Only 3 magic scrolls at a time can be used in battle – make your choice wisely!
– You need mana to use magic scrolls, and each magic scroll requires different amounts of mana.
■ The story of the ordinary yet extraordinary ‘Zio’
– Formerly an archmage, now an ordinary scroll merchant! What is Zio’s true identity?
– Explore the world map in 4 chapters and 22 episodes and enjoy the vast world and exciting story.
– Discover hidden episodes of the heroes with comic-like vivid stories.
■ From archmages to warlocks and demons! All heroes have assembled!
– Level up all heroes easier and faster with ‘Teamwork’ and ‘Break the limit’!
– Heroes who do not participate in the battle will provide additional combat power by registering as a supporter!
– Unlock additional abilities by completing the hero collection.
■ If you come to the Kingdom of Aerok, rewards are abundant and fun is certain!
– Stop by the scroll shop ‘Manadonna’, where you can craft and enhance scrolls.
– In ‘Lucas’ Lab’, conduct various studies that will make you stronger.
– Open a ‘Magic Guild’ with your friends to conduct magic research and socialize!
– Many adventures await you, such as daily changing dungeons, the ‘Mage’s Tower’ where you can test your limits, and the ‘Duel Circle’.

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HyperX and Allied Esports announces new naming partnership

HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company Inc., and Allied Esports announced an exclusive naming rights partnership and multiyear agreement. As a result, Allied Esports’ global flagship property was renamed HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas.

Allied Esports is a premier esports entertainment company with a global network of esports properties and content production facilities. The company aims to connect players, streamers and fans via integrated arenas and mobile esports trucks around the world. Overall, these venues serve as esports battlegrounds and content production hubs.
The new deal expands on an already existing partnership between the two parties. Earlier this year, HyperX became the Official Peripheral and Arena Partner of the Las Vegas arena. Through this partnership, the company equipped gamers with their peripherals for esports tournaments, special events and daily play. The arena opened in March 2018 and became a global destination for the esports community. Furthermore, the venue played host to a number of popular esports events throughout the year.
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As part of the new partnership, HyperX will be sponsoring events at the HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas. At the moment, they planned for a variety of social and marketing activities during CES 2019. CES 2019 takes place from 9th to 12th January 2019. More information on CES 2019 and other HyperX-sponsored events will be available closer to event dates.
For more information on Allied Esports, you can visit their official site or follow their official Twitter. On the other hand, you can check out HyperX’s Facebook page for information on them.

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Elden Ring Beta Impressions – Same Souls Recipe With A Great Injection Of Flavor

With the new Elden Ring beta, there’s two things that ring true- one, that the Soulsborne formula is great, and that From Software knows what they’re doing with the genre they popularized. Two, the genre needs new blood- injections of fresh ideas is necessary and boy does Elden Ring deliver.

After all, you couldn’t get a more hotly-anticipated game than Elden Ring– the game has literally multiple “Most anticipated game” awards under its belt. Every drop of news regarding the game is met with extreme fervor, with fans chomping at the bit for more about Hidetaka Miyazaki’s next outing.

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This week marks the start of the Elden Ring Closed Network Test, where players will get to access a Beta build of the hotly anticipated next chapter of the latest in the Soulsborne genre following the end of Dark Souls in Dark Souls 3.
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One great thing about From Software’s RPG games is that they’re incredibly iterative- even if there’s no lore connection between Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls and Bloodborne, they tend to take what works from the games before them and bring them forward to mix with their good ideas.
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As a result the combat of the Elden Ring Beta feels really good, building on the faster combat of Dark Souls 3 though never fully committing to going all out like in Bloodborne.

I especially like the new Counter Hits- where you can do a heavy attack right after blocking to do big damage. It fixes a problem I never realized previous Souls games had- that two-handed weapons were underpowered sicne they had a terrible block, so you were forced to play evasively. With Counter hits you do way more damage, meaning the chip damage you take off of blocking becomes worth it because you can do massive damage, or even better- get a stagger, leading to a second, more powerful critical hit to just eat chunks off of a boss’ health.
Of course, if you don’t like being so close to a boss that you’ll be fined for breaking social distance protocols, long range options are in the game too. Magic continues to be the game’s easy mode, and the spellcaster class, the Enchanted Knight, combines both the efficiency of previous games’ sorcerer with the melee effectiveness of the Herald to create a class that’s still potent in melee, while also having a great spellcasting array.
Father Gascoigne, The Sequel
One of the biggest appeals of the Soulsborne genre is its bossfights, naturally. These fights are usually incredibly designed experiences, with fights like Ornstein and Smough forming cherished memories for every gamer who’s fought them.
Elden Ring’s bossfights feel a lot more Bloodborne in their design, with the main story boss Margit, The Fell Omen seriously echoing Father Gascoigne, the same early game boss in that game. I mean this in the best way- Gascoigne was an incredibly steep learning curve that served to check if you’d learned about the game enough- his boss stage was built to make sure you were always in close range of him, so you had to learn to dodge or parry his strikes.

Margit is much of the same- he’s extremely aggressive, and employs a lot of tricks not seen in many starting Souls bosses such as delayed attacks and mixups that you’d see at EVO.
Heck, his phase two sees him bust out a massive hammer, where the only way to avoid it and still get to attack is to dodge it on time, since it creates an explosive radius.
It’s a lot of fun, and if that’s the direction Elden Ring plans to go with its fights then I’m all aboard.
Only Do Cool Things When The Game Lets You

That’s not the only combat change though, you can summon your steed to fight on horseback, with all the ferocity of Lu Bu approaching. Your speed increases drastically on a horse, but you lose the ability to do any kind of invincible dodge since your horse can’t roll. The wandering boss, Tree Sentinel, is practically mandatory to fight on horseback, since you’re dealing with what’s essentially a truck with a polearm that turns on a dime.
That being said, the horseback combat is limited by the fact that you’re not always allowed on horseback. Obviously it wouldn’t do you good to bust out the horse in the middle or Stomrveil castle, so it’s best to think of the horse like the bike from Pokemon.
This also applies to the game’s Ash Spirit summons, which are non-consumable items that cost FP to use. They’re also restricted to areas marked with a little Rebirth icon, and feel more like a corrective measure to make up for the fact that if you don’t stealth your way through the camp, you’ll eventually get outnumbered by guards.
The Open World Of Elden Ring
One of the biggest departures the Elden Ring Beta makes is its new open world, something not previously seen in Souls games, which had more Metroidvania approaches in their level design. Gone are windy cobblestone roads, instead you have big open fields with camps full of soldiers.
I’m a mixed bag about the Open World- on one hand, the Camp combat is incredibly boring, trading the Soulsborne tradition of meticulously crafted encounters for generic sneaking around and backstabbing enemies if you don’t want to fight 10 of them at once. Shrine of Amana lives in infamy for a reason, and it’s not because fans enjoyed stealth gameplay.

On the other hand, From Software has added something to the Elden Ring Beta that couldn’t exist without the open world- roaming world bosses. The demo features the Tree Sentinel, a giant golden knight reminiscent of Dark Souls 2’s Velstadt who’s a full-on boss fight, complete with the big health bar.
I really enjoy the idea of a bossfight that can just appear like that, reminding me a lot of the Pursuer in Dark Souls 2. You have the whole huge area to fight, something you don’t normally get in more claustrophobic environments of a regular Souls arena.
It kind of reminds me the reason why we love Souls games in the first place- we like seeing what new ways we can be surprised with every iteration. And a golden cavalryman bursting out of the woods swinging is definitely a great extension of this.

There’s also the Catacombs, which are spiritual successors to Bloodborne’s Chalice Dungeons. These have the same basic layout of finding a switch to activate a boss door, but ditch the randomly generated approach for a tailored experience.
I like how they’re meshed into the open world- they’re physical locations that you can travel to, which makes exploring a lot of fun since spelunking in these games is always a lot of fun.

Finally, there’s also the crafting- an open world staple. At first I dreaded the thought of crafting in Elden Ring- the idea that I’d have to craft my weapons rather than find them in dank dungeons or from shady merchants laughing to themselves menacingly. Thankfully, crafting only really applies to consumables, such as healing items for your horse or throwing knives.
Again, I like this new system- previously these would be locked to merchants, and it became a mess of tracking which ones had the items you wanted all the time. Now you only need to make sure you have the right cookbook to unlock the recipes, and you can craft them from your menu at any time as long as you have the materials.
Going Open World Has Its Perks

Of course, the bigger map brings some quality of life with it- you can use the map to fast travel to previously unlocked Sites of Grace (the game’s bonfires), and golden rays will always point you to the next Site. There’s also the Stakes of Marika- checkpoints that you can respawn at if you suddenly find yourself dead in the middle of the open world if your last Grace was a little too far away for your tastes.
Speaking of the sites, you can now level up at any Site of Grace, thanks to your companion, Finger Maiden Melina. She can be summoned at any site of grace, meaning you won’t have to make a long trek back if you have a hefty cargo of runes (souls) and feel like leveling up.
One other feature is your flasks- following Dark Souls 3’s system, these will now replenish when you kill certain mobs of enemies- it’s clear that From Software really wanted you to enjoy exploring the open worlds, because they’re trying as hard as they can to make sure you don’t fall to the regular Souls problems just because you explored too far in one direction.
Finally, there’s the weapon system. The new Ashes of War combine the old ore system with the Weapon Arts from Dark Souls 3- you can equip these at any Site of Grace, altering your weapon’s weapon art and potentially also changing its affinity- splitting its damage between physical and elemental, or improving its scaling, for example.
I really like this because it gives you way more tools to experiment. In previous games I avoided any kind of infusion because you couldn’t undo it without spending another material. Here, you’re free to find what works for you- which is extremely important for if you wanna survive the Lands Between.
Classic Souls Recipe

Of course, the beta for Elden Ring also gives you a taste of the game’s Legacy Dungeons- where the game shows just how good the Souls formula is. These dungeons are literally just the classic Souls experience- tight corridors, environmental puzzles, and you have to die a few times before you really learn what you need to look out for.
There’s not much to say about these if you’ve ever played a Soulsborne before- these are literally just more of that. Early on you meet an NPC who tells you there’s two ways to infiltrate Castle Stormveil, either storming the gate (sans your horse) or out the spiraling path to the side. Both feel incredibly familiar, naturally, and the fact you never commit to either side means you can always just explore the other route if you want.
Don’t Give Up, Skeleton!
Unlike Sekiro which often has tenuous status as a Souls game, Elden Ring is undoubtedly Souls in nature. It combines all the highs of the genre with something new- which is great when you consider how rare it is for big franchises to take chances with their titles. If nothing else, you have to appreciate the fact that they’d be willing to take that jump.
This closed beta is a great first showing for Elden Ring- it’s got everything fans love about the Souls series, as well as plenty new that even the crustiest fan might learn to love. There’s gripes to be sure- it’s not perfect, after all. But Souls games have always been about their highs way outclassing their lows, and Elden Ring looks like more of that for those who love it, which you’ll get to try for yourself when the game releases February 25th, 2022.

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Revue Starlight Earth JapanLabel Collab Puts Your Favorite Stage Girls In Fashionable Outfits

Earth JapanLabel has announced a collaboration with mobile game Revue Starlight ReLIVE, featuring in-game characters wearing a special line up of clothes with the brand.

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On the Earth JapanLabel website, you can see a line-up of Revue Starlight themed clothes, based on the characters Karen, Hikari, Yuyuko and Yachiyo.

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That being said, it’s not like they’re fully adorned in official logos- instead, the designs of the pullovers and cardigans are a lot more subtle, such as the star diamond for the Hikari and Karen Cardigans being the same one constantly appearing in the anime.
Meanwhile, the Rinmeikan Cardigan also features a diamond motif, more in the style of the traditional in-game school.
The collaboration also features a Siegfeld pullover, which doesn’t feature any obvious nods to the rival school .

The collab goes both ways, however- starting August 4th, the Japanese version of  ReLIVE will run a banner for a 4-star Earth JapanLabel Yachiyo card as well as Memoir Cards featuring Hikari, Karen as well as Yuyuko and Yachiyo.
It should be noted that the collab is listed as Volume 1, so we can expect more fashionable stage girls on the way if it does well.
It’s not currently known if this collab will be coming to the global version of the game, and no announcement has been made thusfar either way.

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Revue Starlight ReLIVEPublisher: BushiroadDeveloper: AteamRelease Date: 2018-10-28Android, Epic Games Store
The Adventure Begins on Stage in RPG Revue Starlight Re LIVE!

A direct continuation of hit anime Revue Starlight, the story of the game picks up right where the anime leaves off, but you don’t need to be a fan to enjoy all the excitement and drama that await in this RPG!

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Apparently the Sonic’s live-action movie design is so bad that character redesign is happening

If you have being around the Internet, you might have come across Sonic’s live-action movie trailer. Honestly, it ain’t a pretty sight to those who grew up watching Sonic The Hedgehog, such as me.

Since then, the movie trailer has sparked an outrage among moviegoers and Sonic fans, criticism regarding Sonic’s design was all over the Internet. Eventually, dissatisfied fans began to make memes out of it and some even re-edit the trailer in an attempt to make it better.

Here’s some of the memes:
Taken from Reddit (credits to DrFooxy)

[Sonic the Hedgehog movie pitch meeting]
Jim Carrey: [chanting] teeth, teeth –Director: teeth, TEETHParamount execs [pounding the table]: TEETH, TEETH, TEETH! https://t.co/eDzzAmSjDC
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— Gavia Baker-Whitelaw (@Hello_Tailor) April 30, 2019

Even the original creator of Sonic The Hedgehog gave his concern on Twitter saying: “So far, various Sonics have appeared. I loved all Sonics. I saw a trailer of Sonic’s movie. I was expecting adults to have fun too. I am worried.”

今まで色々なソニックが現れたが全てを好きでいたい。私はソニック映画のトレーラーを観た。大人も楽しめるものを期待していたが心配です。So far, various Sonics have appeared.  I loved all Sonics.  I saw a trailer of Sonic's movie.  I was expecting adults to have fun too.  I am worried. pic.twitter.com/QgBfrTJ700
— Naoto Ohshima (@NaotoOhshima) May 2, 2019

Then, something miraculous happened yesterday as Sonic’s fans prayers were heard. Director Jeff Fowler stepped in and assured distressed fans that they will be redesigning Sonic to make it the best he can be.

Thank you for the support. And the criticism. The message is loud and clear… you aren't happy with the design & you want changes. It's going to happen. Everyone at Paramount & Sega are fully committed to making this character the BEST he can be… #sonicmovie #gottafixfast 🔧✌
— Jeff Fowler (@fowltown) May 2, 2019

All in all, that means we’ll be getting a new Sonic and I hope this time they will make it right and not ruined most of our childhood. Well, I have to say that Internet is indeed powerful and thanks to the community, there’s a chance for a Sonic makeover.
What do you guys think of the movie trailer? Let us know down the comments!
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NieR Re[in]carnation announced by Square Enix

At the just wrapped NieR: Theatrical Orchestra 12020, Square Enix took the opportunity to announce a smartphone game in the NieR franchise (it is?) of video games going with the title NieR Re[in]carnation (NieR Reincarnation).

Accompanying the announcement is a short teaser video and visuals for the game, which genre remains unknown for the time being. As you would expect, the accompanying video is very cryptic and gives away nothing.

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While English text is to be seen in the clip, no confirmation has been given as to whether or not NieR Reincarnation will be making its way out of Japan. Then again, with the surge in popularity of the franchise following the release of NieR: Automata, it is safe to assume we will be seeing a localised version down the line if not simultaneously.
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This free-to-play title is being produced by Square Enix itself,  with Applibot serving as its developer and CyDesignation being in charge of character designs. If this isn’t your cup of tea, know that  NieR Replicant is getting a remastered edition for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC as well. As for a new installment in the franchise, we will have to see the reception towards these two titles, although it is safe to assume that given the success of NieR: Automata, we are going to see a new and proper release at some point in time.
For more information, be sure to drop by at the official website.

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No Straight Roads Encore Edition and Metronomik’s Next Game Teased

Musical Platformer No Straight Roads was released by Malaysian developer Metronomik last year, quickly becoming a cult classic. But there’s more to come as it has been announced that there will be a No Straight Roads Encore Edition and a new project from Metronomik.

In the No Straight Roads Anniversary Stream, occurring exactly one year after the game’s release, director Wan Hammer and creative director Daim Dziauddin announced a new version of the game will be coming to Steam (it was previously an Epic Store PC exclusive).

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No Straight Roads Encore Edition will include a new opening and more added content. There weren’t a lot of details revealed about the rerelease but it was announced that more information will be revealed later on in a live stream planned for September.

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Metronomik is also going to add fan art to the game which they have discussed in more detail within the following tweet.

We’ll be sharing more info on the Encore Edition soon. In the meantime, we wanted to celebrate our rockstar community by giving you the chance to have your own original artwork appear IN-GAME! Use the template as a guide to get started! pic.twitter.com/6DgKQowxs8
— No Straight Roads 🎸 (@NoStraightRoads) August 25, 2021

When the original No Straight Roads came out on August 25th, 2020, it soon gained a huge international cult following and fan response, particularly among fan artists with Wan Hazmer saying that they would get around 100 pieces of fan art a day upon the game’s release.
The team also confirmed that they are working on a new project. This will not be a sequel to No Straight Roads but rather a new fantasy title that will be based on Southeast Asian culture.
No Straight Roads is currently available for Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
We at GamerBraves greatly enjoyed No Straight Roads, and we’re are very proud of what a local team like Metronomik was able to accomplish. We are very excited to see what they will create in the future.

NO STRAIGHT ROADSPublisher: Sold Out GamesDeveloper: MetronomikRelease Date: 2020-08-25Epic Games Store, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
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Twitch to commence Pokémon stream

On 27 August 2018, Twitch will stream the first 932 episodes of the Pokémon anime series and every movie released. Lasting until 2019, the marathon will be broken down into smaller marathons. We have no idea why they are doing this, but who can say no to Pokémon?

On top of the co-watching experience with the Twitch chat, the stream also includes a certain Pokémon Badge Collector overlay in which viewers are able to fill up their Pokédex by clicking on a small icon which appears on-screen. Points earned will contribute towards earning rare Pokémon and a leaderboard of sorts, although Twitch did not disclose as to what the purpose of it is.
Bear in mind that the marathon does not include the newer Sun and Moon series, so you are still going to have to tune in to those normally. In any case, below is the list of what to expect:
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Series

Pokémon: Indigo League
Pokémon: Adventures on the Orange Islands
Pokémon: The Johto Journeys
Pokémon: Johto League Champions
Pokémon: Master Quest
Pokémon: Advanced
Pokémon: Advanced Challenge
Pokémon: Advanced Battle
Pokémon: Battle Frontier
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Battle Dimensions
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Galactic Battles
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Sinnoh League Victors
Pokémon: Black & White
Pokémon: Black & White Rival Destinies
Pokémon: Black & White Adventures in Unova and Beyond
Pokémon the Series: XY
Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest
Pokémon the Series: XYZ

Movies

Pokémon: The First Movie
Pokémon: The Movie 2000
Pokémon 3: The Movie
Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew
Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea
Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai
Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior
Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
Pokémon—Zoroark: Master of Illusions
Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram/Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini
and Zekrom
Pokémon The Movie: Kyurem vs. The Sword of Justice
Pokémon The Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened
Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction
Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages
Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel

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Acer Malaysia Introduces Nitro 5 with Solid Performance by Ryzen and NVIDIA

Acer Malaysia is introducing the new Acer Nitro 5, powered by quad-core AMD Ryzen processor, with the latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 16 series graphics card, catered to casual gamers who are looking for an affordable powerhouse.

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The new Acer Nitro 5 comes with the following:

New AMD Ryzen 7 3750H
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
512GB super-fast PCIe NVMe SSD
4GB DDR4 RAM

Upgradable up to 32 GB

Additional m.2 slots
HDD Upgrade Kit

Enjoy a more immersive gameplay experience with your favourite games with the 120Hz high refresh rate 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display. The Nitro 5 also has an 80% screen-to-body ratio thanks to its 7.18mm slim bezel design. Have a better audio experience with Waves MaxxAudio advanced sound optimization technology with Acer TrueHarmony, providing intelligent bass, dialog and volume enhancement for that competitive edge in audio.
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So that it can stay cool during extended gaming sessions, the Acer Nitro 5 has dual fans, dual exhaust port with Acer CoolBoost technology that increases fan speed by 10 percent and CPU and GPU cooling by 9 percent compared to auto mode. Keep the data flowing fast and stable with Killer Ethernet E2500 and Acer Network Optimizer. Manage your bandwidth manually or in Auto mode with an easy-to-use interface with Acer’s Network Optimizer, that can categorize high-demand programs to dramatically reduce connectivity issues.

Monitor and manage component temperature, loading performance, power usage and more using NitroSense. Access it with one touch of the NitroSense hot key. You can manage fan speed, power plan for optimal power usage in different scenarios, access Acer TrueHarmony’s six sound modes or toggle sticky keys on or off among other functionalities.
Last but not least is the array of ports such as HDMI 2.0 and USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 to enable gamers to connect supporting peripherals for enhanced gameplay experience. Get the Acer Nitro 5 with AMD at RM2,999 at all Acer official online stores and authorized resellers nationwide.

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Acer Malaysia reveals Acer Swift X and Acer Nitro 50

Earlier today, Acer Malaysia introduced their Red Dot Award-winning Acer Swift X and their AMD-powered processor, Acer Nitro 50.

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Thin Light and Powerful Acer Swift X

The newest member of the popular thin and light Swift series, Swift X is powered by up to AMD Ryzen 7 5800U processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti with 3rd Generation Max-Q technology to fulfil all users’ task, content creation and casual entertainment needs anywhere. Its up to 16GB onboard LPDDR4X RAM and 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD provides responsive access for files and applications.

Featuring a 14-inch FHD IPS display with 85.7% screen-to-body ratio, Swift X enables users to edit photos or videos just right thanks to the up to 300nits brightness and sRGB 100% color gamut. It also comes with Acer BlueLightShield technology to help lessen eye strain during long editing sessions and a fingerprint sensor for more secure sign-in through Windows Hello.
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The Acer Swift X packs all the performance a 1.79cm thin chassis and weighs just 1.39kg. It comes with a fast-charging 59W battery and offers up to 17 hours of use1. To keep the system running cool over long periods, Acer Swift X has an air inlet keyboard design to enhance its thermal performance and expel around 8-10% more heat than usual keyboards.

The Acer Swift X comes with two variants – AMD Ryzen 7 and AMD Ryzen 5 retail for RM4,999 and RM4,299 respectively. To celebrate the arrival, any purchase of Acer Swift X from 6 October until 20 October 2021at Acer Shopee Flagship Store and Acer eStore will be entitled to purchase a Logitech MX Anywhere 3 mouse for 50% off, at RM199. And it be available at all Acer official online stores and Acer authorized resellers nationwide beginning 15 October 2021.

More Immersive Gameplay with Acer Nitro 50
In the meantime, the Acer Nitro 50 also now comes with the option of AMD Ryzen 7 and AMD Ryzen 5 with up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti for gamers who seek better experience for gaming or users with graphic-intensive tasks such as content creation and video editing. With 8GB DDR4 RAM and 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, Nitro 50 allows gamers to upgrade the storage and RAM capacity through its additional slots.
Coming with 3 years onsite warranty, Acer Nitro 50 with AMD processor will be available at all Acer official and authorized reseller stores nationwide starting from 10 October 2021, in three variants:

                                        Model

                                        Processor

                                        GPU

                                        Price

                                        Acer Nitro 50

                                        AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

                                        NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650

                                        RM4,299

                                        AMD Ryzen 7 5700G

                                        NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

                                        RM4,999

                                         NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

                                         RM6,499

Customers who purchase Acer Nitro 50 with AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors through Acer eStore or Acer Flagship Store on Shopee on 10 October 2021 will be entitled to receive gifts worth up to RM278, which includes a Predator Galea 311 gaming headset and a Predator Gaming Urban Backpack.

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Dead Cells is officially coming to mobile!

Dead Cells, the critically acclaimed rogue-like action platformer game where you play as a failed alchemic experiment will be coming to mobile.

The game is widely popular among players who loves to challenge themselves as the game is said to be very difficult or it can be said to be a 2D Souls game.

Like what I mentioned earlier, players will be playing as a failed experiment which is a humanoid ghastly eyeball-thingy. Explore and beat merciless minions and bosses in the ever-changing castle.
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Hone your skills with a wide variety of weapons and skills and to make things more difficult, there’ll be no checkpoints. If you die, you die for real and you’ll have to start at the beginning.
Main Features via PLAYDIGIOUS

Roguevania – The progressive exploration of an interconnected world, with the replayability of a rogue-lite and the adrenaline pumping threat of permadeath
Frantic and Dynamic 2D Action – Learn your enemies’ patterns to stay alive, or prepare to be sent back to your cell before you can say “baguette”
Nonlinear Progression – Unlock new levels with every death, opt for the path that suits your current build, your playstyle or just your mood. Surely, the ramparts can’t be as bad the sewers, right?
Play at your own pace – Will you explore every nook and cranny of the castle, or rush to the end?

Carefully redesigned for mobile with a revamped interface

Two game modes available – Original & Auto-Hit
Custom controls & More touch controls options available – Change the buttons’ position and size to your liking, swipe to dodge…
MFi external controller support

Pay once to get the full Dead Cells experience! No ads, no F2P mechanics!

Dead Cells was first launched on PC and consoles and it’s now coming to iOS this summer and Android later on. The game will be priced for $9.99 and you can subscribe to it now here to get notified when it’s released.

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Aether Gazer EN Delayed to 2023

Aether Gazer has announced that their official launch for the EN version will be delayed to 2023.

From their official twitter, they stated that they needed more time to polish out the content that they want to provide hence why the launch had to be delayed.

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Aside from postponing the launch date, they have also shared a couple of additions that will come to the game when it does launch which includes:

Quality of Life Updates
English voice dub
German and French as in-game text

For a brief overview of the game, Aether Gazer sets in an apocalyptic dystopia where human consciousness hangs in the balance and you, the player, must stop the chaotic spread of evil and save the future of humanity.
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In the game, players create three-character ‘squads’ to take into battle where you control one, while the other two are AI-controlled. Each character has their own unique move sets and you can pair them with one another in a combat mechanic that fits every play style for both casuals and hardcore gamers.
With the pre-registration campaign reaching over 100, 000 pre-registrations, head over to their official website if you haven’t taken part in it to unlock the rest of the rewards such as:

200, 000 pre-registrations: Sephirah Crystal T3 x 3, Modifier Scan Voucher x 10
300, 000 pre-registrations: Revelation T3 x 5, Modifier Scan Voucher x 10, Limited Portrait Frame x 1
400, 000 pre-registrations: Limited Outfit of Tidal Song Poseidon x 1, In-game Sticker x 1

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Digimon Vital Bracelet First Impressions — Getting physical with Digimon

The holy matrimony between Tamagotchi and fitness trackers has arrived. Here are my first impressions of the Digimon Vital Bracelet. I also wrote a full review for the bracelet which you can check out if you are looking for a comprehensive look and verdict on the product. Many thanks to Impulse Gaming for the cool neon bracelet!

Currently, the Vital Bracelet and its corresponding app are only available in Japanese. While the bracelet obviously costs a certain amount of money depending on your location, the app is free.

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Thus, with the power of Google Translate, some guesswork and my love and knowledge towards Digimon, here are my early impressions on the Vital Bracelet after about a day of exercise (or lack thereof).

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Dim cards, bright potential
Similar in appearance to micro SD cards, Dim cards hold the data to your Digimon and their respective Digivolutions. Instead of game cartridges, think of these Dim cards as character cartridges, with each one containing a different Digimon. At the time of writing, there are only six types of Dim cards. To see what kind of Digimon lie in wait within each card, you can read our previous article on the topic.
While I contemplated on which Dim card to insert into the bracelet, it is vital (pun intended) to store the cards securely. This is because the cards do not come in a box. Rather, they are held together by another plastic card, exposed to the environment. Since Dim cards are necessary for creating Digimon, losing your Dim card is basically losing your ability to create new Digimon, which is a death sentence if your last Digimon dies.
With all this in mind, I ultimately chose to go with the Ancient Warriors Dim card. It contains the data of Veemon and as a result, Imperialdramon is my final goal. Hopefully, I can raise the rookie to its highest potential before it dies.

Parenting simulator
Before my Dim card created the iconic blue creature, it created its baby form Chicomon (Chibomon in the west) instead. To my mild disappointment, not much can be done at this stage. The vital bracelet still tracks my number of steps, but many of the options in the bracelet’s menu are locked.
After a few hours, my Vital Bracelet suddenly rang, scaring the life out of me. My fear was quickly replaced with joy as my Chicomon Digivolved to Chibimon! However, the same options remained locked, and that is when I discovered that the real challenge in raising Digimon begins at the Rookie stage onwards.
From the Fresh to Rookie stages, Digimon will automatically Digivolve after a few hours. Once they reach Rookie, players’ exercise and the Digimon’s performance in fights will dictate their Digivolution path.
However, it is not all rainbows and sunshine because your Digimon can die. If the Vital Bracelet does not record your heart rate in 24 hours or if you lose too many consecutive fights, your Digimon will kick the bucket and you will need to start over.

Putting in the exercise
Once my Chibimon finally turned into Veemon, I could finally undertake missions. The punching bag icon in the Vital Bracelet greeted me with various missions, ranging from achieving X number of steps to doing squats for 20 seconds.
Note that it is very easy to trick the bracelet into counting your steps. Even a simple wave goodbye will cause the device to track your steps. My number of steps even went up while I was driving my car!
As a result, while it may not be the most accurate step tracker, it is great for raising your Digimon. The Vital Bracelet is even disabled-friendly to a certain extent. Basically, any kind of motion, even that of manually pushing a wheelchair wheel will count as steps.
However, do note that the Bracelet is not waterproof and dustproof. Users are advised to take off the bracelet when washing hands, according to the official Digimon portal site. Sweat and perspiration from exercise are still fine, but do not attempt to wash it!
In addition, you will need to charge the Bracelet regularly. The battery life is not as long as other fitness trackers in the market. After irregularly using it for a day, the battery was getting close to empty, which was close to what Bandai stated in its FAQ for the bracelet.

Your mission is…
From Rookie stage onwards, missions are the main method to get Vital Points, Trophies, both of which are important factors in determining your partner’s Digivolution path.
Normal missions are tasks that take a long period of time to complete, such as earning x number of Vital Points or a large number of steps. Hard missions are exercise routines, such as squatting, dashing or crunching for x number of seconds (very easy to cheat). Special missions are obtained from the app which gives various rewards while Adv missions are where battles happen.
In Adv missions, a battle will automatically trigger, usually after a specific number of steps. The battle will play out automatically and depending on your Digimon’s stats and how strong it is, your partner may win or lose (and possible die). For those who are worried that the ringing of a Digimon battle may trigger during important real-life stuff, you may adjust the volume of the Vital bracelet so that the alarm does not cause you to leave poor first impressions on your date, for example.
Unfortunately, the bracelet does not give you the option of returning to the previous screen in the event that you do not want to take up the mission. For example, clicking the Hard mission will show me what is my task, but there is no way to go back unless I wait for around 20 seconds for the bracelet to go dark, or if I manually turn off the device.
Furthermore, the Adv missions will automatically bring you to the next stage if you win the current stage. Once you are in an Adv mission, you cannot do anything else like transfer your Digimon back to the app or change any of the bracelet’s settings. In my case, I was forced to fight against a Veedramon, which is a lot stronger than my Rookie Veemon. Unless I turn off the bracelet and wipe out the number of steps logged in, there is no way to progress.
Also, Digimon sleep for a certain amount of hours every day depending on their personality. No missions can be accepted while a Digimon is asleep. As a result, for users with schedules that only permits them to exercise during a Digimon’s naptime, the only way to bypass this is to adjust the clock in the Vital Bracelet, which is a pain.
Vital Bracelet App
Also known as Vital Bracelet Lab, this is the second part of the entire experience. This free app helps log your entire activity. From the number of steps to your overall performance as a tamer, the app will tell you how active you have been for the past few days.
The app is also important for freezing and storing your Digimon. Other than letting you switch between multiple Digimon on the bracelet, this feature is also important for Jogress, or DNA Digivolution. Based on the Japanese manual for the vital bracelet, you can DNA Digivolve specific Digimon together by having one active in the app while another is frozen in storage.
Besides that, the app is where you can set special missions for your bracelet. You can also complete daily, normal or event challenges which reward you with V-coins. The V-coins are the currency used in the shop, which you can buy more special missions or various items to make Digimon raising easier.
While it is entirely in Japanese, the instructions are clear enough to understand with the help of Google Translate. Even if you don’t understand Japanese, there is no story, dialogue or anything too difficult to comprehend.

Closing thoughts
The Vital Bracelet is by no means a perfect fitness tracker. However, it does retain the essence of using a Digivice. The trial and error of learning about your Digimon’s habits and how to bring it to its fullest potential is still there, even if you need to sweat a bit for it to happen.
Note that all the points above are just my early impressions on the Digimon Vital Bracelet. I have yet to explore most of the Digivolutions myself, so do bear this in mind.
Ultimately, for a price of $65 USD on Bandai’s store, I feel that is well worth the price for Digimon lovers or gamers looking for motivation to exercise. The missions are a great way to stay active (or cheat), even if using the menu is quite troublesome.
You can pre-order these Vital Bracelets and Dim cards from Impulse Gaming:

Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Standard Edition [White] – RM 229
Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Standard Edition [Black] – RM 229

Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Special Edition [Green] – RM 259

Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Dim Card [Adventure] – RM 69
Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Dim Card [Vol.01] – RM 69
Digital Monster Vital Bracelet Dim Card [Vol.02] – RM 69

You can also purchase (not pre-order) Special Edition Green Vital Bracelet for RM 399. To learn more about Dim Cards and the upcoming Vol. 1 and 2 sets, check out our article on the topic.
Already own a Vital Bracelet? Then you should check out our Digivolution guide.

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January update for Pokemon Masters

The Pokemon Masters team have released a new update post for January, covering upcoming content.

Mission Bingos are now in the game! Every week, there will be new Mission Bingo cards for you to complete and fill in the squares. Daily missions have likewise had their content adjusted, and new daily vouchers can be acquired by completing missions. These vouchers can then be exchanged for various in-game items.

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If you haven’t already known, the Legendary event featuring Solgaleo has already begun in Pasio. Adjustments have been made since the last Legendary event. This includes balance changes to acquiring event-exclusive items and improvements to missions. There are Limited-time Power-Ups available as well, so put those to use too.
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The Sync Grid will be introduced. Acquire sync orbs from battle to use in the grids to strengthen sync pairs however you like. New skills and powering up moves will be open to you in the grids. Get sync orbs by using sync moves!

Battle Villa improvements will be disclosed at a later time. The team recommends powering up pairs you haven’t used yet to prepare for the new mode. Co-op battle difficulties will continue to be tuned alongside core battle system components. Look forward to a special rally from mid-February to March to celebrate the six-month anniversary of the game! The next update is scheduled for mid-January, so let’s look forward to more information then.
Don’t forget to participate in the New Year Rally and training event for the new year!
What do you think of the January update for Pokemon Masters?
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Pokemon Masters EXPublisher: DeNADeveloper: DeNARelease Date: 2019-08-29Android, iOS
Pokémon Masters has evolved! Discover a whole new adventure in Pokémon Masters EX!

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Arknights: SilverAsh York’s Bise 1/8 Figure pre-orders open

Pre-orders are now open for Arknights SilverAsh: York’s Bise scale figure from Good Smile Company / Good Smile Arts Shanghai. This is the man’s Icefield Messenger outfit, replicated practically in full with the lamp post, snow leopard in a bag, and the ever present Tenjin.

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His coat, fit for a company elite, has been faithfully recreated in figure form with paintwork that expresses the textural details of the various fabrics it is comprised of. The snow leopard in his bag and Tenjin on his left arm have been painted in stunning detail as well. His confident smile is another highlight not to be missed! Doctor, be sure to add him to your collection!
Arknights and SilverAsh fans pre-ordering this figure will get an acrylic keychain as a bonus, with his smug face on one side and the leopard in the other. More close-ups are available via the Good Smile website, and is also where you can be redirected to place your order. Remember that the United States website does not serve other regions, in which case, you will need to check the Japanese site.
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At 19,800 yen, you have time to decide as the pre-order window will be open until 3 February 2022, 12:00 JST. The figure itself is estimated to ship January 2023.
While you’re at it, Frostnova’s nendoroid is also available to pre-order, which you can read about here.
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Arknights GlobalPublisher: Yostar IncDeveloper: HypergryphRelease Date: 2020-01-16Android, iOS
Take on the role of a key member of Rhodes Island, a pharmaceutical company that fights both a deadly infection and the unrest it leaves in its wake. Together with your leader Amiya, you’ll recruit Operators, train them, then assign them to various operations to protect the innocent and resist those who would thrust the world into turmoil.

Your tactics will determine the future of Rhodes Island. Fight for the Dawn!

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Master Chief is back in Halo Infinite

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Halo Infinite revealed a new trailer as well as some gameplay, showing everyone’s good old Master Chief not losing his touch in the least. The campaign will be running at 60 FPS, set on a Halo ring “that is several times larger than the last two Halo games combined”. The game seems to have a measure of being open world, with an apparent freedom to explore the Halo ring. The title from 343 will be an Xbox Series X launch title, also heading to PC and Xbox One.

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Mist Sequence additional details showcased

Coming off from livestream, China-based publisher STARLINEAR has just announced that the second CBT for Mist Sequence, its upcoming RPG for the Android and iOS platforms, will begin it second CBT on 16 August 2022.

As of time of publishing, the game does not have a firm release date, nor will it be available globally. What we do know of Mist Sequence is that it blends various genres, including tower defence and real time strategy. As you position your units along a grid, you get to command them to perform actions such as attack or defend, and this portion plays out in real time. Since its first CBT, the game has since received numerous updates to have gameplay more streamlined. In addition, a new “Exploration Incidents” feature was introduced, which has players moving characters along a map and fighting enemies in via a more traditional first person turn-based RPG mode. New foes have been added to the game as well, in order to make the game more challenging and diverse.

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Lore-wise, Mist Sequence supposedly takes place on a barren continent that is under the protection of gods, and has since served as home for the remnants of humanity following a war which lasted several thousands of years. Four imperial states rule the continent and everyone learns to co-exist peacefully. Until that is, an unknown fog envelopes the entire land, splitting parts of the population. Those caught under the influence of the fog started going mad, and to make matters worse, monsters began emerging from said fog.
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For more details, be sure to give the official website a visit.

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Participating clubs in eFootball League 2019/20 season!

Konami Digital Entertainment has revealed the 10 professional football clubs participating in the eFootball League 2019/20 season! This comprises of eFootball.Open, eFootball.Pro and the newly announced eFootball Season Program.

Registrations for eFootball.Open are open for players to participate in Konami’s 1v1 esports tournament. eFootball athletes will begin their journey by selecting one of 10 clubs which they will compete with for the duration of the tournament, utilizing the new Matchday mode in eFootball PES 2020. The clubs are as follows:

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FC Barcelona
Manchester United FC
FC Bayern
Juventus
Arsenal FC
Celtic FC
AS Monaco
FC Schalke 04
Boavista FC
FC Nantes

Register for eFootball.Open via the official website, with full details.

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eFootball.Open divides players into “Basic”, “Intermediate” and “Expert” levels, to create football’s most accessible esports competition. Matches will take place every two weeks. Player categories are determined according to their Online Divisions rating.
Only “Expert” level players will be able to progress to Regional, then World Finals. These players will get their chance to earn prize money, and attention of the world’s top football clubs as they scout for future eFootball stars around the world.
It doesn’t stop there. The eFootball Season Program encourages and rewards players for participating in eFootball. PC, console and mobile players can win in-game items for their chosen club in eFootball.Open when playing Matchday. The season program lets players earn myClub Coins, Gold, Black Ball Agents and more depending on points earned during Matchday. Club-specific items for your eFootball.Open club will be available through lottery. Find out more on the official website!

eFootball PES 2020Publisher: KonamiDeveloper: KonamiRelease Date: 2019-09-10PlayStation 4, Steam, Xbox One
The next entry into the PES football series. It will see a new game mode (Matchday), various improvements and better graphics than ever before.

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Invitation of Windblume event details released

miHoYo has released details for Genshin Impact‘s Invitation to Windblume event, their version 1.4 flagship event. Obtain Festive Tour Tickets and Peculiar Collab Coupons during the event to exchange for the event-exclusive weapon Windblume Ode and its exclusive refinement material “The Visible Winds,” as well as the Crown of Insight and more. The Battle Pass will get event-related missions for you to complete for BEP. Players will need to be Adventure Rank 20 and above, and complete the Archon Quest “Prologue: Act III – Song of the Dragon and Freedom”.

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Windblume will last until 5 April server time, with the shop open until 12 April server time. There are four parts to the event:

Festive Anecdotes

Four acts with quests to obtain Primogems, Hero’s Wits, Mora and other rewards

Festive Challenges

Consisting of “Bullseye Balloons,” “Floral Freefall,” and “Ballads of Breeze.”
Complete challenges to obtain Festive Tour Tickets for the exchange shop and other rewards
New challenges will release as the event progresses
Prizes only available when completing challenges in single player mode

Bullseye Balloons

Fire at balloons to gain points
Hitting consecutive balloons will build up a combo

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Floral Freefall

Leap from a platform and collect balls floating in the skies
Challenge time can also be converted into points, 1 second gives 1 point for up to 10 additional points

Ballads of Breeze

Follow the rhythm and press the correct buttons at the fight time
Get a combo for more points

Peculiar Wonderland

Find the entrance to the Peculiar Wonderland for a challenge which can be completed either solo or co-op
Three Peculiar Challenges and one Peculiar Trial must be completed
Completion will give Primogems, Talent Enhancement Materials, Mora, and other rewards
Each Act will have its own tasks, and trials will also change
If you fail the challenge or leave the Wonderland while it is in progress, you will be unable to obtain any Peculiar Collab Coupons, nor will you be able to complete any Peculiar Conqueror tasks. Additionally, progress on Peculiar Conqueror tasks that have not yet been unlocked will not be recorded

Some of the other rewards you can get are:

Windblume Festival Commemorative Balloon
Windsong Lyre
Windblume Ode (Bow)
The Visible Winds (refinement material for Windblume Ode)

No Original Resin will be required for this event. More details about WIndblume will be revealed at a later time as well. You can check the full details for the introduction here.
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Genshin ImpactPublisher: miHoYoDeveloper: miHoYoRelease Date: 2020-09-28Android, iOS, PlayStation 4
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.

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

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GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest Begins in December For All Indie Game Developers

Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc and Bandai Namco Studio Inc. have announced the first ever GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest.

The purpose of the contest is to stimulate the video game market by allowing a variety of video games by indie companies to shine brighter with proper support.

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The contest is held by GYAAR Studio with more details as listed below:

Entry Period: Early December, 2022 until Late January, 2023
Up to 30 million JPY of support funding awarded for 1 Platinum Award winner
Up to 10 million JPY of support funding awarded for 7 Award winners
Bandai Namco Studios will offer direct development support as well as a support program for the selected winners which includes:

Access to GYAAR Studio Base Game Development Center
Publishing Support
IP Co-creation Support

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GYAAR Studio is an indie game label meant to foster ace game creators for Bandai Namco Studios’ major global titles by allowing young talent to directly and freely express their creative ideas.
Their released game titles include Goonect, a co-op action game and Survival Quiz City which are both available for PC via Steam.
Do check out the official contest website for more information on the GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest.

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Godzilla and Kong Step Into Call of Duty Warzone in Monsterverse Limited-Time Mode

Kong and Godzilla, two titans ready to lay siege on Caldera during Operation Monarch on Call of Duty: Warzone.

The developers have given us a quick guide on what they have in store in this latest collaboration of titanic proportions.

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The Monster of All Battles is here
From May 11 to May 25, Call of Duty: Warzone Operators can stand toe-to-toe with Kong and Godzilla in the Operation Monarch limited-time mode.
This mode shares a name with the Operation Monarch event, which offers rewards for participating in matches, collecting Monarch Intel, completing challenges, and even buying limited-time Monsterverse Bundles inspired by Godzilla vs. Kong.
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Operation Monarch is a true celebration of the Monsterverse and Godzilla vs. Kong within Call of Duty. Those who already got their hands on Classified Arms in Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Vanguard know how massive the stakes are. Monarch is counting on us to help them quell these monstrous forces — this is the intel you need to save Caldera.
Check out the Operation Monarch Launch Trailer below:

Despite fighting in battles across multiple continents, Call of Duty Operators never faced two colossal threats like Kong and Godzilla before. And despite popular belief, these two creatures are our allies against a greater threat.
“Neither Kong nor Godzilla are villains,” said Sam Rappaport, Legendary’s Director of Interactive Media, who hopes these two monsters can help shore up his scary K/D ratio. “The Monsterverse has ‘Protector’ and ‘Destroyer’ Titans, each with a biological imperative to battle for dominance. While we do see these ancient rivals go toe-to-toe in Godzilla vs. Kong, both are considered ‘Protector’ Titans. However, when provoked by other Titans or humans, there is no stopping their rage.”
These two Titans are enraged in a Frenzy, you will need to know the following:
Godzilla

Monarch Designation: GODZILLA
Scientific Classification: TITANUS GOJIRA
Height: 393 Feet
Known Attacks: Heat Ray Breath, Tail Swipe, Dorsal Slice
Tail Length: 582 Feet
Top Tail Swipe Speed: 89 MPH
Underwater Cruising Speed: 40-50 Knots
The volume of Roar: Up To 174 dB
Blood Volume: 530,000 Gallons
Tensile Strength of Bone: 3,000 MPS (Megapascal)
Heat Ray Energy Yield: 315 Trillion Joules

The King of the Monsters has risen from the darkest depths of the ocean to unleash his devastating breath and thunderous roar on unsuspecting shores.
No one — not even the secretive monster defense agency Monarch — knows why Godzilla is so enraged, attacking cities around the world.
His latest target is Caldera, patrolling around the island and using his Heat Ray Breath haphazardly.
This deadly beam of energy appears as several red circles on your minimap after it lights up Godzilla’s scales with an icy-blue glow. Just like a Precision Airstrike, it is best to avoid his line of fire; although he does not purposely target Operators, those who accidentally end up in his destructive path will have mere seconds before getting blasted.
Kong

Monarch Designation: KONG
Scientific Classification: TITANUS KONG
Height: 337 Feet
Known Attacks: Quake Slam, Fin Breaker, Aerial Axe Slash
Punch Strength: Approx. 4.2 M (Magnitude on Richter Scale)
Tensile Strength of Bone: 2,800 MPS (Megapascal)
The volume of Roar: Up to 170 dB
Top Arm Swing Speed: 62 MPH
Top Bipedal Running Speed: 78 MPH
Top Quadrupedal Running Speed: 104 MPH
Preferred Diet: Foliage, Bamboo, Mire Squid

The ruler of Skull Island is now all-powerful, his strength forged in the fire of combat, after decades of defending his territory from nature’s most dangerous creatures.
Kong has developed an epic brawler fight style, using quick feet, aerial traversal, and sheer feral strength to confuse and disorient his opponents.
Although his main domain is Skull Island, Kong is here on Caldera. Is he here to defend this island from Godzilla? Or did Godzilla sense him arriving in Caldera first as the true aggressor?
No matter the explanation as to why he is here alongside Godzilla, Kong will leap and jump around the island. His patterns could be considered predictable, but figuring out where he could land requires further on-the-ground research from Operators.
Operation Monarch – Limited-Time Model Intel

From the initial drop to the final circle, what can Operators expect in the Operation Monarch limited-time mode?
First, they are advised to have a full Quad team; it will be a 60-player match with a Resurgence rule set. A smaller section of Caldera will be marked for the first safe area, and outside of one massive twist, the rules are simple: Be the last team standing.
On the ground, players will find Monarch Intel via Supply Boxes, special drops, and fallen enemies. Use this to charge a special meter that unlocks items such as Killstreaks and Loadout Drops, along with a unique and powerful Titan Killstreak reward for filling it up completely. Warzone veterans will be familiar with this special meter through the classic Power Grab limited-time mode.
While collecting intel and eliminating enemies, Operators will need to watch out for Kong and Godzilla. Dealing damage to them will award additional Monarch Intel, and while they usually don’t get too aggressive, they will be dangerous during a Titan Frenzy.
Titan Franzy

At the beginning of an Operation Monarch match, and at another point during it, Kong and Godzilla may become enraged and recklessly attack. This is known as a Titan Frenzy.
After receiving a Titan Frenzy alert, an Operator has two options: tactically withdraw (run away) from these dangerous creatures or attempt to suppress them by dealing direct damage.
The squad that deals the most damage to either Kong or Godzilla during a Titan Frenzy will automatically receive Monarch’s special S.C.R.E.A.M. Device, a Killstreak that grants its user one of two powers from the Titans: a Heat-Ray breath from Godzilla or a ground pound from Kong.
Limited Time Unlock Guide

Besides the glory of surviving a battle royale against two Titans, the limited-time mode ties directly to the Operation Monarch limited-time event.
This event contains eight challenges — complete all eight to receive a special “Ancient Rivalry” Marksman Rifle Blueprint:

Play Operation Monarch for 6 Hours: Reward — Epic “Ancestral Skull” Charm
Use a Kong or Godzilla Killstreak Once: Reward — Rare “Ancient Remains” Charm
Use a Kong or Godzilla Killstreak Three Times: Reward — Rare “Monarch Eyes Only” Charm
Deal 500,000 damage to Titans: Reward — Rare “Concrete Jungle” Sticker
Deal 135,000 total damage to Kong in Titan Frenzy Events: Reward — Legendary “Team Godzilla” Emblem
Deal 135,000 total damage to Godzilla in Titan Frenzy Events: Reward — Legendary “Team Kong” Emblem
Collect 3,000 Monarch Intel: Reward — Epic “Skyline Crasher” Calling Card
Place in the Top 15 twelve times in the Operation Monarch Limited-Time Mode: Reward — Epic “One Will Fall” Spray

Bundle Details
Operators can use any weapons against the most powerful Titans in the world. Here are the three Monsterverse Bundles inspired by Godzilla vs. Kong available during Operation Monarch:
Tracer Pack: Godzilla Reactive Mastercraft Limited Time Bundle

The Call of Duty Warzone Godzilla Tracer Pack contains nine items, including a Legendary “Godzilla Ghillie” Operator Skin for Shigenori and its other marquee item: the Heroic “Breath of Godzilla” Mastercraft Weapon Blueprint.
Outside of shooting cool-blue tracer rounds, the “Breath of Godzilla” can be phenomenal against Kong. Its extended magazines and low recoil help deliver consistent damage over time without too much aim adjustment. Against a target that jumps and stomps around, being able to keep a weapon steady with little effort can be crucial to success during a Titan Frenzy.
The other weapon in this Bundle, the Legendary “Awakened Alpha” LMG, is an overall menace against squads and monsters. Use it within a few dozen meters of your target to get reliable damage output.
Tracer Pack: Kong Limited Time Bundle

The Kong Tracer Pack includes a Legendary “Kong” Operator Skin for Wade and other items, is where you will find three Legendary Weapon Blueprints: the “Temple of Kong” Sniper Rifle and “Skull Island Shaker” SMG, both of which shoot jungle green tracers, and “Kong’s Scepter.”
While awesome, “Kong’s Scepter” has limited range and is more recommended to be used against Operators. Whereas the “Temple of Kong” and “Skull Island Shaker” are loaded with extended magazines and built to deal consistent damage to either Titan at a reasonable range.
Specifically, the “Temple of Kong” can be a great weapon against Godzilla. Given that he is off the shoreline, this weapon’s extended range helps an Operator output great damage at a distance. And as a Secondary Weapon via the Overkill Perk, the “Skull Island Shaker” helps keep nearby enemy Operators at bay during Titan Frenzy attacks.
Tracer Pack: Mechagodzilla Limited Time Bundle

As much as we love Kong and Godzilla, we know the power of the Destroyer Titans and Apex Cybernetics combined can be enough to deal significant damage to the Protector Titans.
Whether you long for King Ghidorah’s return or want to use the latest and greatest Apex technology for humanity’s sake, the Mechagodzilla Tracer Pack has two ranged weapons built for taking on Titans.
Both weapons feature rapid-fire attachments, with the “Cybernetic Destroyer” Assault Rifle able to pierce the thick defenses of Kong and Godzilla at midrange. The “Neural Uplink” SMG favors a bit more close-range action, for those unafraid to step up to beasts that stand over 300 feet tall or full squads that are distracted trying to “befriend” monsters.
And remember: getting multiple Operation Monarch Bundles before June 13 gives you additional rewards.
Call of Duty players who purchase any two Bundles to receive the exclusive “Godzilla vs. Kong” Weapon Sticker and the “Superspecies” Player Title. Grab all three, and you’ll receive a Legendary “Apex Phase Rifle” SMG, one that could make a colossal statement in close-quarters engagements.
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Nexon Sees Quarterly Revenue Up By 36% Thanks To Various Mobile Titles

Nexon has announced its financial results for its first quarter ended on March 31st 2023 which sees its Quarterly Revenue Year on Year (YoY) up 36%.

This growth can be attributed to the strong performance of some of their mobile titles which include Dungeon & Fighter in China, Fifa Online 4, Fifa Mobile and Blue Archive.

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Owen Mahoney, President and CEO of Nexon was quoted saying:

“Our record-breaking first quarter reflects the success of our large and growing portfolio of global franchises. On top of the steady growth from our existing games, we are currently developing the strongest collection of new titles in Nexon’s 28-year history. This unique combination of powerful existing franchises and multiple new Virtual Worlds in development offer an asymmetric upside opportunity for our shareholders.”
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In Quarter 1, Nexon achieved record-breaking revenue of JPY 124.1 billion, up 36% year over year on an as-reported basis and up 28% year over year on a constant-currency basis thanks to the global performance of its mobile titles.
Net income of JPY 52.8 billion increased 31% year over year which is due in part to a JPY 5.6 billion FX gain, primarily on US Dollar-denominated cash deposits.
Not all of Nexon titles performed within expectations however, as MapleStory was below their quarterly outlook which Nexon claimed was due in part to the player perception of an imbalance in difficulty levels between game servers. KartRider: Drift is also falling below expectations globally with Nexon following up on player feedback to work on improvements.
On a more positive note, Blue Archive performed well with revenue increasing by 29% year over year in Japan due to a successful 2nd Anniversary update, and 10% year over year in North America and Europe alongside MapleStory.
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Nexon is expecting a growth in Quarter 2 with projected revenue in the range of JPY 88.4 to JPY 96.7 billion, representing a 5% to 15% increase year over year on an as-reported basis and a 7% to 17% increase on a constant-currency basis.
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