GamerBraves Newsletter vol. 44 – Sony Picture’s Spectacularly Strange Strategy For Spider-Man Villain Films

Morbius starring Jared Lero is the latest superhero movie from Sony Pictures, it’s yet another movie from them about a Spider-Man villain with no involvement from Spider-Man. When the movie’s first trailer launched, it caught many people’s attention with one image: Michael Keaton, many assumed he would be playing The Vulture, his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and that this would mean that Sony’s Marvel adaptations would become part of the MCU.

One bad film later, and Vulture only appears in the end credits literally teleported from the MCU into this film’s world. In a second after credits scene he meets up with Morbius and they discuss teaming up, clearly implying the creation of the supervillain team, The Sinister Six. This doesn’t make any sense, Why would either of them want to team up, or attack Spider-Man, Vulture was on good terms with Spidey and Morbius hasn’t even met the guy.

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And this seems to have been Sony Picture’s plan for their Spider-Man Villain films all along. Trick people into thinking Morbius would be attached to the MCU and tease the possibility of a crossover sometime in the future. As result, Morbius set a record for a 74% drop in box office revenue from its first weekend to its second, as word of mouth got people to realize it was a bad film only slightly saved by Matt Smith’s incredible skill to devour the scenery whole.
Everyone wants to be Marvel nowadays, and nobody wants to be Marvel more than Sony. Ever since the MCU started making more money than some countries, Sony who legally owns the movie rights to Spider-Man has wanted their own comic book universe and this is their strange strategy to help get it. If you’d like to know more, read the full article in our Newsletter by putting your email address in the box below:
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Crusaders Quest x RWBY Collaboration has started

Crusaders Quest developed by Load Complete and published by NHN Entertainment announced their collaboration with Rooster Teeth’s RWBY on 12 May. Characters from RWBY is making an appearance in Hasla in this Crusaders Quest x RWBY Collaboration!

You can now purchase RWBY Contracts, which awards you a 3 Star hero or a 4 Star RWBY hero with their Soul Bound Weapon. 6 heroes from RWBY including Weiss Schnee, Blake Belladonna, Ember Celica, Ruby Rose, Nora Valkyrie and Pyrrha Nikos is available for grab! A RWBY Collaboration Dungeon, ‘ A Chase in the Snow’ is opened for you to challenge too. Also, you can challenge the limited-time RWBY quest and stand a chance to receive the RWBY skins.

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If you don’t know what is RWBY, this is actually an American anime web series set in the fictional world of Remnant, where young people train to become Huntsmen and Huntresses to protect their world from the creatures of Grimm. The first episode was released in July 2013, thus became a viral hit and releases its second season in July 2014. The series focuses on 4 girls, each with her own unique weapon and powers who formed team RWBY. Together, they investigate the mysterious thefts of Dust occurring around the city of Vale in order to protect the mankind.
Crusaders Quest is free-to-play on both iOS and Android platform. The two-week collaboration event will be live until 27 May, so don’t miss the chance to fight with the 6 beautiful huntresses!
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Sony Reworks Playstation Trophy Scoring

Sony has announced some changes to how trophies will be displayed on the PS4 and upcoming PS5. These Playstation Trophy changes are entirely related to how they display on your profiles, and won’t affect their implementation in games. They detailed these changes via a new blog post.

A reminder that this game is also one of the easiest platinum trophies on the PS4.
Trophy levels are quite simple. Earning trophies across all your PS3 and PS4 games would net you fixed point values, depending on the trophies. The total score of all your trophies would then add up like XP, and you would get a Trophy level. Based on your Trophy level, you’d have either a bronze, silver, gold or platinum trophy on your PSN profile.

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Previously, these levels would only go up to level 100, with the different grades of trophy being awarded based on those levels.
Even Consoles Get A New Level Cap
Thanks to the blog post, we know now that ahead of the PS5 launch, they’ll be expanding these levels. The new level cap is 999, and current trophy scores will be recalculated and readjusted to fit the new scale.
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The new trophy grades are as follows:

Bronze: levels 1-299
Silver: levels 300 – 599
Gold: levels 600 – 998
Platinum: level 999

They haven’t discussed whether individual trophies would be getting a points adjustment to suit the new level cap, but it seems all but confirmed.
“If your current Trophy level is 12, your new level will jump to somewhere in the low 200’s”, the blog post explains.  “The exact level will depend on the number and grades of trophies you’ve acquired. There will be no changes to the Trophies already earned or Trophy information, such as unlock requirements”.
Just because they’re expanding the trophy levels, doesn’t mean you’ll be stuck looking at the same icons for too long. Sony says they’ll be adding tiers to the individual grades of Trophy, to show how close a player is from moving between grades.

Additionally, Sony also confirmed in the post that trophies from PS4 and PS3 would carry over to the PS5. This isn’t particularly new for the company, especially since the PS4 already did that with the PS3.

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Ghost of Tsushima 1.1 update: QOL, multiplayer, etc.

Ghost of Tsushima will be receiving a free update in version 1.1 on 16 October. Besides a variety of additions to the game, one of the biggest ones is a brand-new co-op multiplayer mode inspired by Japanese mythology, as well as New Game+ for the single player campaign. The update is detailed on the Playstation Blog.

Ghost of Tsushima: Legends features two-player story missions and four-player survival missions, as well as a Raid that we’ll release in the weeks following launch. After you’ve downloaded version 1.1 of Ghost of Tsushima, you can visit the PlayStation Store from your PS4 to download a free unlock for Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, which will allow you to play. Keep in mind that an internet connection and an active PlayStation Plus subscription will be required to play with other players.

Once you have version 1.1, you’ll notice a new character at various towns and locations in Tsushima… Gyozen the Storyteller! He’s heard the rumors about the Ghost of Tsushima, but he has a different perspective about what’s actually happening in his homeland. Gyozen is the author and gatekeeper of the stories you’ll find in Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, and when you talk to him, he’ll be happy to share one of his transportative stories about the “Ghosts.”

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Speaking to Gyozen will give you access to the Ghost of Tsushima: Legends lobby, but you can also get there directly from the title menu or the pause menu… or by accepting a PSN invitation from a friend!
Classes
In Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, you’ll be able to pick between one of four classes. Each one has their own unique advantages. When you start Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, after a short tutorial, you’ll choose which class you want to unlock first. As you rank up, you’ll unlock each of the remaining classes.
In addition to each starting with their own unique ability, each class can unlock an alternate ability as you progress, as well as earning class-specific Charms and ranged weapons.
While playing with friends, you can mix and match classes however you’d like, whether that’s a party of four all playing the same class, everyone playing as a different class, or any combination in between.
Samurai

Samurai players can run straight toward combat and stay there, sustaining their health while chopping enemies down left and right. When you’re overwhelmed, use the Hachiman’s Fury ultimate attack to slash through enemies in a flurry of strikes.
Hunter

As a Hunter, you can stand on the edge of combat and snipe enemies before they even see you. You can also use explosive arrows to slow down groups, and when the combat gets really fierce, the Eye of Uchitsune ultimate attack will unleash multiple arrows straight at your enemies’ heads.
Ronin

Ronin players can revive their entire team with the Breath of Izanami ultimate ability. You might play Ronin because you want to help your human friends… or you might do it because the Ronin class is also able to summon a Spirit Dog. (And yes, you can ABSOLUTELY pet your Spirit Dog!)
Assassin

If you prefer doing massive damage with a single attack, you’ll love the Assassin. The Shadow Strike ultimate attack will allow you to teleport across the battlefield and directly strike your enemies. If that’s not intimidating enough, wait until you see the terrifying masks the Assassin gets to wear!
Story Missions
Ghost of Tsushima: Legends Story Missions are designed for two players, and take you through Gyozen’s stories about what’s really happening in Tsushima. When you unlock higher difficulties, you’ll face new encounters, tougher enemies, bonus objectives, and greater rewards.
Survival Missions
In Survival, you can team up with three other players to fight off waves of enemies while defending different locations in Tsushima. You and your team can activate blessings to help yourselves, like “ignite enemies” or “summon a Spirit Bear.” The longer you survive and the more bonus objectives you complete, the more rewards you’ll earn!
Raid
You’ll need all your skill, top-tier gear, and a great 4-player team to be able to survive in Iyo’s realm! The Raid is an epic three-part adventure that will require excellent teamwork and communication to overcome. It will be released in the weeks following the launch of Ghost of Tsushima: Legends.
Other Features
Ghost of Tsushima: Legends also has a few features you’d expect from Ghost of Tsushima. Our robust Photo Mode is still present here (as long as your teammates opt in) and you’ll be able to show off all the new masks, armor, and emotes you’ve earned.
Legends is packed with new cosmetics, and they’re all unlocked through gameplay without any microtransactions. Looking cool is important, but Ghost of Tsushima: Legends gameplay progression really centers around the gear you’ve equipped and the techniques you’ve unlocked. You’ll be rewarded with increasingly rare and powerful gear as you take on greater challenges, and you’ll unlock new techniques as you gain experience with each class.
We’ve also added some new Trophies for Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, which will appear in a separate section of your Trophy list and do not count toward Ghost of Tsushima’s Platinum Trophy.
Ghost of Tsushima Single-Player Campaign Updates
In addition to Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, version 1.1 will include new updates for Ghost of Tsushima’s single-player campaign based on your feedback.
New Game+
If you’ve already beaten Ghost of Tsushima, you’ll find the option to re-embark on Jin’s Journey in New Game+. You’ll start New Game+ from the release to the open world, shortly after Jin’s initial confrontation with the Khan. You’ll keep all of the Techniques, Gear, and Vanity items obtained in a previous playthrough, and difficulty will be increased to provide a new challenge (but you can still adjust it down in the menu).
You’ll also find yourself with a brand new New Game+ horse, which features a vibrant red mane and unique saddle. There are also new, extremely powerful Charms available that can help Jin unleash devastating attacks and may change the way you play. You’ll also be able to unlock an additional upgrade for your sword, bow, and armor.
We’ve also added some new Trophies for playing Ghost of Tsushima on New Game+, which will appear in a separate section of your Trophy list and do not count toward Ghost of Tsushima’s Platinum Trophy.
Ghost Flower Merchant

Exclusively in New Game+, you’ll be able to earn a new type of flower: the Ghost Flower. This new type of flower can only be earned in New Game+, and is accepted by a mysterious new merchant that you’ll find in Ariake. If you complete a Tale or activity and already have the reward, you’ll earn Ghost Flowers in its place, so even if you’ve completed JIn’s journey before, it’s still exciting to explore Tsushima once again to collect as many Ghost Flowers as you can.
You can exchange these flowers for new armor dyes and other vanity gear only found in New Game+, featuring much more elaborate designs than those found in your first playthrough.
The merchant will also offer an array of powerful new Charms intended to create new combat experiences, empower existing playstyles, and allow you to customize your experience for even greater challenges!
Other Features
Once you’ve installed version 1.1, you’ll now find the option to enable Armor Loadouts, which allow you to assign all Charms and vanity items to each armor set to quickly swap between loadouts to match your playstyle and roleplaying preferences.
You’ll also find that your total play time is now displayed when you select a saved game file to load, and new options have been added to Photo Mode.
These features will apply to your existing game, or to a New Game + playthrough.

Look forward to Ghost of Tsushima ver 1.1! There’s so much more to explore all over again.

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Ghost of TsushimaPublisher: Sony Interactive EntertainmentDeveloper: Sucker Punch ProductionsRelease Date: 2020-07-17PlayStation 4
In the late 13th century, the Mongol empire has laid waste to entire nations along their campaign to conquer the East. Tsushima Island is all that stands between mainland Japan and a massive Mongol invasion fleet led by the ruthless and cunning general, Khotun Khan. As the island burns in the wake of the first wave of the Mongol assault, samurai warrior Jin Sakai stands as one of the last surviving members of his clan. He is resolved to do whatever it takes, at any cost, to protect his people and reclaim his home. He must set aside the traditions that have shaped him as a warrior to forge a new path, the path of the Ghost, and wage an unconventional war for the freedom of Tsushima.

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Eversoul Global Version Pre-Registration Now Live for Android and iOS

The global version for Eversoul, the mobile RPG by South Korea-based publisher Kakao Games is now open for pre-registration.

The pre-registration is available for Android and iOS with no news on rewards for pre-registrations milestone yet.

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Eversoul tells the story of you, the player, having been summoned across the multiverse with the purpose of protecting a parallel world from imminent danger.

You are not alone in this journey as you can summon various beautiful girls called Souls, each with their own exclusive skills and battle animations.
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Gameplay for Eversoul will have you form your own squad consisting of the Souls you have and take on the labyrinth filled with rogue-like gimmicks. There is even an Arena PvP for you to climb the leaderboard ranking together with your Souls.
Eversoul also gives you the freedom to create your own world with tons of decorations and structures for you to choose from. Roam freely in your world and maybe interact with your Souls and deepen your relationship with them
Here is a brief synopsis of the game from the game’s official twitter.
“They have been waiting for you… and now it’s time to embark on a new journey in Eden. Get ready to fight alongside the most beautiful Souls and help them save mankind!
Soon she will summon you…”
Eversoul is a mobile RPG developed by Nine Arcs, with the Korean version available through Kakao Games. There is no news on the release date for the global version yet but do check out their official twitter for any updates.

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Ambulance (2022) Review: Bay is Getting Surprisingly Better

Michael Bay is a pretty polarizing director, while his Transformers were box office hits, they were hated by critics and fans alike but now he’s back with his latest film ‘Ambulance’. A film that while still having many of Bay’s Bayisms, is surprisingly good.

It’s a fast-paced action thriller that takes the best of Bay’s usual tropes and downplays his worst. It’s a legitimately fun ride that while not life-changing will leave viewers thoroughly entertained.

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We Don’t Stop

War veteran Will Sharp (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) meets with his adopted brother Danny Sharp (Jake Gyllenhaal) in hopes of getting some money for a surgery his wife needs. Danny however ropes him into taking part in a bank heist. After the heist goes horribly wrong, the two brothers find themselves driving a hijacked ambulance with EMT Cam Thompson (Eiza González), and Zach (Jackson White) a rookie police officer they accidentally shot. The brothers must escape from the police while also keeping their hostages alive.
What ensues from here is a fast-paced game of literal cops and robbers tearing through the streets of Los Angeles. And when I say fast, I do mean it. Despite being around two and half hours long, the movie does not feel like it, as much like the ambulance itself, the movie does not stop. The characters are always moving, planning, and fighting. Despite this, the movie is still able to introduce each character and their motivation so the plot never feels confusing.
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Another nice thing about the movie is that it includes less of Bay’s usual trappings. The women aren’t just here to be oggled at, and the army/police while portrayed positively don’t feel glorified. That being said when action isn’t on screen, the movie’s dialogue can feel a little awkward. The comic relief jokes and pop culture references just don’t land quite well and make you just wish they’d get back to the main plot.
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The movie is also bolstered by pretty strong characters who while not deep, were fun to watch. Jake Gyllenhaal proves once again that he is perfect for playing a lovable psycho as Danny, a charming yet psychopathic career criminal, who can seamlessly switch between casual small talk and threatening to blow someone’s head off. His performance is by far the highlight of the film.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plays Will, the ‘good’ criminal who reluctantly went on the heist to pay off his wife’s surgery. He does a good job playing a man who is good at heart. He wants to keep the cop and EMT alive because he never meant to hurt anyone. I will say that quite a few scenes of Him and Gyllenhaal bonding do feel a little too melodramatic with the scenes developing into shouting overly long-winded rhetoric but the actors themselves did good a job.
The final of the three main characters is the EMT Cam Thompson played by Eiza González. She does a good job acting as a straight man to the disturbed crooks around her. One thing I thought was cool was that through her the movie shows the importance of EMTs (emergency medical technicians), the guys that drive the ambulances. Usually relegated to appearing after the action has happened, Ambulance shows the stress and intense situations EMTs have to be involved in to save people’s lives including expertise in driving, organizing hospital staff, and keeping the patient alive and calm as they get to the doctors. Granted, it’s all done under Bay’s action, explosion-filled lens but still, it’s some interesting insight.
The other characters, consisting of various police officers and other criminals do well in their roles, the standout being Garret Dillahunt as Captain Monroe, a laid back yet world-weary police captain that never goes anywhere without his good doggo.
The action

Ambulance wouldn’t be a Michael Bay movie without some beautifully choreographed action set pieces and they certainly pack a punch. The car chases are intense with well-done crashes and jumps.
The movie makes complete use of the premise to further enhance the adrenaline. The fact that there’s a critically injured but still living cop in the ambulance means that the police cannot simply shoot or ram the vehicle. Likewise, the criminals need to be careful and make sure the EMT keeps the cop alive, so they can continue to use him as a bargaining chip.
This means that interwoven with the action is a thrilling cat and mouse chase with both sides frequently coming up with new tactics and traps to undermine the other and do so quickly.
Two things to note about the movie is that it surprisingly pulls back on the explosions. Don’t get me wrong, they’re still there, including one blazing inferno in the climax, but they’re not quite as frequent as Bay’s previous blockbusters.
The other thing to note is that the director has learned how to use a drone and you can tell he’s loving it. There are a number of wide and dynamic shots taken from drones including a few literal midair twists for no other reason than to show it off. Some may say it’s a little excessive but for such an over-the-top movie, I thought they fit right in.
Ambulance

Ambulance is a refreshing action movie, that pulls on Bay’s strengths as a director. While chase flicks like this have been done before, and the wiring can be a bit clumsy, as an over-the-top action thriller, it knows what it wants to be.
The hijacking of an ambulance with a live patient is a mostly original idea with the potential for thrills that the movie executes to the fullest. The character, especially Jake Gyllenhaal, are fun to watch and the fast-paced plot and stunts keep the audience on their toes. This is a speeding, bombastic ride from start to finish and if you’ve got two and half hours, I’d say it’s worth watching the havoc.

Pros
Cons

Jake Gyllenhaal steals the show
The comic relief dialogue can be awkward

Fast pacing keeps the film exciting
Some of the dramatic scenes are a bit too melodramatic

Action and stunts are booming and fun

A big thanks to United International Pictures for the early access screening.

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Valiant Force Officially Launches in Southeast Asia

Valiant Force is developed by Singapore-based XII Braves and is published by FunPlus. As of 1st of November, Valiant Force is officially launched on Google Play Store (Android) and the App Store (iOS) in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. The game is also supported in 5 languages including English, Thai, Indonesian, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

Unlike any games, Valiant Force is a turn-based mobile strategy game, where players move their heroes across grid-based battlefield tactically to achieve victory. The plot of the game revolves around 6 Valiants battling to prevent the resurrection of the Queen of Blood. There are more than 200 playable heroes spanning over 40 different job classes for players to explore and allowing players to create their own unique squads.

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Of course, the released official version contains a huge amount of improvements that have been updated since beta testing. There are many heroes that have been added inclusive of 3 heroes that were selected as winners of the 2015 Hero Design Contest along with an all new ‘Horde’ game mode for the Halloween season event. Equipment and rune systems have also been tweaked and adjusted to enable equipments to be upgraded as well as increase its rarity. Monsters are also allowed to equip runes just like any other heroes in the game.
Halloween Horde Mode Event
Hitoshi Sakimoto who is a renowned video game music composer, best known for scoring Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII, is also the composer for the Valiant Force’s soundtrack. The in game Heroes, Leon and Theia, also get their Japanese dubbing by famous voice actors such as Yuki Kaji (Attack on Titan, The Seven Deadly Sins) and Yoshino Nanjo (Love Live!).
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The Chief of Operations, Jonathan Leong, states that the official launch of Valiant Force marks as a momentous milestone for both FunPlus and XII Braves as it was birthed by their hard work. Though the game has just been released, they are looking for the upcoming months’ Christmas Event, Guild Conquest System and more exciting updates for 2017.
Players who have pre-registered for Valiant Force will be receiving their exclusive item codes which would be sent out before November 8th in their email inboxes. Due to the immense amount of players who registered for the game earlier, players will also be receiving  Leandra Nightsong as well as an additional unlock that includes 5 pieces of items which one of them is the Genesis Griffin Wings.
Below is the gameplay teaser trailer.

Rewards can be redeemed here.
For more information or the latest news about the game, please be sure to check on the official website, Facebook fan page and the YouTube channel!
You can also check out our previous article here on the introduction to the job classes!

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Overlord and Re:Zero collab rerun soon

Overlord: MASS FOR THE DEAD is rerunning its Re:Zero collab over on its Japanese server in celebration of its second anniversary. The Overlord and Re:Zero cast will be meeting each other once again on 4 March, 15:00 JST till 18 March, 14:59 JST. The relevant “Battle Zone” event will be going live on 6 March, 15:00 JST to 14 March, 14:59 JST, where you can battle the Re:Zero cast in difficult battles. There will be, of course, an accompanying limited gacha with 5-star characters Emilia, Ram and Rem which will run the duration of the collab. Aura and Mare are both also available to obtain as 5-star characters through paid gacha, cosplaying as the maid twins themselves.

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As mentioned, the collab is being rerun in celebration of the game’s second anniversary, with campaigns going on throughout the same duration. A log in bonus to obtain up to 2000 premium currency will be available, as well as free 10-pull gacha. The free gacha campaign will run until 31 March, 14:59 JST. There’ll be gifts given out besides increased rewards from quests. For those willing to pay, there are more premium item sets you can get as well.
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It’s a shame the global version won’t be seeing any further events, as it will be shutting down on 31 March. You can always keep up with the Japanese release through the official Twitter.

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Naughty Dog has officially wrapped up all the cinematic shots for The Last of Us Part II today!

Oh boy, oh boy! We are getting much closer to the release of The Last of Us Part II as Naughty Dog has finally finished their cinematic shoots. In this emotional tweet by Naughty Dog’s Vice President, Neil Druckmann stated:

And that’s a wrap on Ellie, Joel, and the most ambitious cinematic shoot we’ve ever done. Tears were shed… #TheLastOfUsPartII pic.twitter.com/mRnlP54u4N

— Neil Druckmann (@Neil_Druckmann) April 18, 2019

From this tweet, we can already guessed The Last of Us 2 is going to be big and maybe the end to the sequel based on how emotional Joel and Ellie gets.
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… and we've wrapped all of the planned cinematic shoots today for The Last of Us Part II!
We still have work ahead of us, including putting these cinematics in the game, but this is a nice little milestone.
Congrats to all on stage today, and to the entire cast and crew!! https://t.co/HZAYIUnMkc
— Naughty Dog (@Naughty_Dog) April 19, 2019

Well, fans around the world might want to hold their horses before jumping onto the hype train because this is just another milestone to the game. Naughty Dog mentioned in their tweet that there are still work ahead of them and the cinematics are just a nice little milestone.

The game will most probably never make it out this year but who knows? It might come out and give fans a surprise. What do you think of the game? Let us know down the comments!

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Final Fantasy Character Poll Reveals Wakka as Japan’s Second Favorite Character

Square has published a new Final Fantasy character poll in Japan for the series’ 35th anniversary and the result have been quite surprising, particularly for the second place which belongs to Final Fantasy X’s Wakka.

You’d usually expect someone like Cloud or Yuna to bag the top spot but this time neither of them placed in the top 2. Here’s the full list which was translated by Twitter user @aitaikimochi:

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These are the results for the Top 20 Favorite Final Fantasy characters from the Japanese 35th Anniversary Poll:
1⃣Emet-Selch (FF14)
2⃣Wakka (FF10)
3⃣Cloud (FF7)
4⃣Tifa (FF7)
5⃣Zidane (FF9)
6⃣Aerith (FF7)
7⃣G’raha Tia (FF14)
8⃣Vivi (FF9)
9⃣Tidus (FF10)
🔟Haurchefant (FF14)
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— ☆オードリーAudrey☆ (@aitaikimochi) December 18, 2022

So the two most popular Final Fantasy characters are FFXIV’s Emet-Selch, a major antagonist from the MMORPG, and Wakka, the comic relief side character from X, well remembered for being just a little bit racist towards the in-universe Al-Bhed people. Both characters are well-liked by most Final Fantasy fans but I doubt many expected that they’d actually top the list.
According to users on Reddit, Wakka might have gotten so many votes due to a recent internet meme in Japan. The meme consists of a fan-made song about how much Wakka loves FFX main character Tidus’ ‘private areas’ so to speak, set to the melody of ‘Connect’ by ClariS, the opening for Madoka Magica.

In addition to the character poll, Square Enix also published a separate poll where fans voted on the most popular numbered Final Fantasy game. Here’s the full poll:

For the Final Fantasy 35th Anniversary, there was an official poll asking Japanese fans what is their favorite FF games of all time. Here are the Top 10🎉🎉
1⃣FFXIV
2⃣FFVII
3⃣FFX
4⃣FFVI
5⃣FFIX
6⃣FFV
7⃣FFVIII
8⃣FFIV
9⃣FFXI
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— ☆オードリーAudrey☆ (@aitaikimochi) December 18, 2022

It’s clear the see Final Fantasy XIV has become one of the most beloved games in the series, even beating the ever-popular Final Fantasy VII. Still, every one of these games (except maybe Final Fantasy VIII) are considered some of the best video games ever made so it’s not like any of them are doing particularly badly.
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The latest game in the series, Final Fantasy XVI will be launching exclusively for the PS5 on the 22nd of June 2023.

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The Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origins proceeds to Rickroll viewers with new trailer

The Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins Official Website has been updated with a link to a new trailer for its upcoming first expansion and clicking on that link will proceed to give viewers a good old-fashioned rickroll by loading the official music video for Rick Astley’s ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’.

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I suppose some memes are just too classic to ever go out of style.
For what it’s worth Square Enix has uploaded the actual Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin Trials of the Dragon King teaser trailer on their official youtube channel.
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Trials of The Dragon King is the first expansion for Stranger of Paradise and will include new content in the form of new jobs, weapons, accessories, and categories of equipment. It will be released on the 20th of July 2022. There will also be a new story that will see Jack fight against the iconic Warrior of Light.

I suppose they figured that fewer people would check the official website and they could have a little fun with the new announcement. Well, it gave me a good laugh so I can’t complain.

Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via The Epic Games Store, a rickroll from Rick Astley is available anywhere at any time, when you least expect it.

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Netflix Reportedly Expanding Into Videogames, And Why That’s A Terrible Idea

Netflix has told Ars Technica that the streaming platform plans to expand from streaming shows into videogames.

While they haven’t made a formal announcement, they have confirmed that they will be bringing Former EA and current Oculus executive Mike Verdu to head a “Netflix game-publishing team” (Quote from the Ars Technica report).

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Based on our understanding the expansion is looking into more traditionally accepted videogames, not counting choose-your-own-adventures like the Bandersnatch special for Black Mirror, or Minecraft Story Mode, both of which are playable on the streaming service using a tv remote.
From what we currently know, this is a little different from how megacorporation Amazon had previously tried to do its own video game division- based on the phrasing used by Ars Technica its safe to assume their only interest is in publishing games to their platform, meaning they won’t fall into the money pitfalls that Amazon did with its string of cancelled games by its first-party studios.
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The Video Game Gold Rush (Editorial)
For as long as big companies think dipping into videogames is a way to make a quick buck, so too will the Stadia be there, a living reminder that even if you don’t lose *all* your money, you can still lose your goodwill.
It’s no secret that videogames are profitable- games like Fortnite make their parent companies so rich that they can afford to open shopping cart-less digital storefronts, then spend all their extra cash enticing developers on to said platform. They’re not just profitable, they’re profitable in a way that 30 years ago wouldn’t have made sense, considering how many profitable games are free-to-play.
Still, the other thing we’ve learned in recent years is that getting into videogames just for the money almost never works out. Unless Netflix plans to make this announcement with a plan already laid out for how it will work, the idea of “we’re going to expand into videogames because that makes the content number go up”
Google, one of the largest corporations in the world, tried this with the Stadia, and while the games-as-streaming has lived much longer than anyone thought it would it’s not exactly lived up to any of its promises either, especially the ones about the world improving its internet infrastructure for Stadia. There’s also the issue of its first-party studios shuttering.
Part of the pessimism is also that Netflix’s target demographic isn’t exactly one you’d line up with videogames- The phrase Netflix and chill exists explicitly because the stereotype goes that you’re not exactly actively participating in watching something on the platform, which is at the very core of what sets videogames apart from film and TV.
Of course, this is is all speculation, and I’d be happy to be proven wrong if Netflix can actually change the way we consume videogames without even having its own proprietary hardware.

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Spy x Family Episode 1 First Impressions – No Time to Dad

Episode 1 of the anime adaptation of Spy x Family has finally dropped and I couldn’t be more excited. This has been my most anticipated anime of the year, with an ingenious premise for quite a literal family drama and comedy, so how did it go?

Overall, I’m happy to say that Spy x Family lives up to expectations. The first episode can be a little too fast-paced however it provides a straightforward premise that provides a tight set up for the series going forward. I’m excited to see what happens next.

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Meet The Spy

Episode 1 of Spy x Family introduces Special Agent Twilight, the best agent in the country. For his next mission, however, he must infiltrate a prestigious school that the son of a dangerous terrorist is attending. In order to do this, he must create a family, including finding a wife and a child who will be enrolled in the school. Thus, the Spy embarks on the most dangerous mission yet: Parenthood.
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What drew me into the manga was how strong this premise is. It essentially combines the wholesomeness of a slice of life, the slapstick of comedy, and the mind games of a spy thriller. Three individuals, each hiding a secret life. You see all three, each with different agendas attempt to work around each other while still keeping up the facade of being a real family, and of course, getting closer than they first realized.
While this first episode is mostly just set up, you can already see this dynamic, emerging with the introduction of the characters. Twilight proves a great straight man for the series, presenting the stern attitude of a James Bond-style spy while having a far more vulnerable and relatable interior. This man is not in any way prepared to take care of a child but you can tell he’s trying far harder than he lets on. And when that softer side comes through, it’s the epitome of sweet.
Meet The Esper

Of course, about a quarter of the way through the episode, we are introduced to the second part of the family, the adopted six-year-old Anya. A telepath who can read her new daddy’s every thought (not that he knows of course).
Anya is precious. I think part of what makes her so precious is in part because she’s also not too unrealistically perfect like a lot of other little girls in anime tend to be. She’s a regular little kid, she can get grouchy and stubborn, and she can even be fairly naughty like when she gets bored and tries to play with her father’s spy gear (and is sad when she can’t find a bomb).

It shows that while Twilight isn’t a perfect father, she’s not a perfect daughter either, this is something they’re both new to and have to figure out together.
The fact that she’s an esper also gives her an interesting dynamic with her parent. Because she secretly knows everything he’s thinking, she tries to game a lot of his missions to get his approval with mixed results. She is still a child after all and doesn’t understand every thought that she hears. The level of scheming within scheming is part of what makes this series fun and Anya’s esper plans may not always correlate with Twilight’s actual mission.
Meet The really nice animation

This is all enhanced by Cloverwork’s reliable brand of color and eye-catching animation. They are quickly becoming one the most notable studios in the industry and for good reason. They really know how to make their characters shine with expression, alongside well-lit settings and well-timed gags.
The only potential issue with this first episode is the pacing. It moves at a break necks pace, from explaining the mission, to adopting Anya, to moving houses twice.
I can understand why it has to be this way. You’ve probably noticed but the third part of his family hasn’t shown up yet and they probably want to get to her as soon as possible but I can see some people finding that it moves a little too fast for their liking. As a reader of the manga though, I kinda just wanna see the family come together as soon as possible so I’m ok with it.
Final Thoughts

Within episode 1, the Spy x Family anime has brought everything that I wanted from an adaptation of the manga. It’s still very much in the setup phase so it’s yet to be seen how the anime will play out compared to its printed counterpart however such a solid, albeit fast-paced start, does leave me optimistic and excited to see what comes started.
This odd little family has made a successful first step off the page and onto the screen and I’m excited to see where their comedic espionage antics lead from here.
Spy x Family is available for streaming in SEA on Muse Asia and on Netflix.

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[TGA 2019] Ghost of Tsushima trailer, coming Summer 2020

Joining the rest of The Game Awards 2019 reveals is Ghost of Tsushima and its intensely pretty trailer. It was originally teased during the previous State of Play, with the full reveal done now.

It confirms a release window for Playstation 4 in Summer 2020. The graphics are certainly jaw dropping, bringing to life this feudal Japanese era. It would seem a Playstation 5 version is also a possibility!

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Brief glimpses of gameplay were afforded by the trailer, showing use of swords, stealth and traversal. Brief is kind of an understatement, but if it’s anything like Infamous – of which the studio also did, which itself was praised for its gameplay – then we can expect something really fun.

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Hatsune Miku Expo 2021 Online official merchandise available for pre-order

Support Hatsune Miku and her fellow Vocaloid friends by pre-ordering official merchandise from Hatsune Miku Expo 2021 Online.

The annual celebration of all things Vocaloid is happening again this year. While the exact date for the event is still up in the air, you can already pre-order the merchandise.

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According to a PR from Japanese Merchandise retailer HOBBY STOCK, pre-orders opened at 5.00 pm JST, 3rd February 2021. The pre-order acceptance period will be until 12.00 pm JST, 22nd February 2021. Beyond this period, pre-orders will not be accepted.
If you are in Japan, you can pre-order from HOBBY STOCK Web Shop. For those in China, make your pre-orders via HOBBY STOCK WeChat Store. For those in the rest of the world, you can pre-order at HOBBY STOCK on Amazon.co.jp.
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A huge selection of Vocaloid goodies are available this year. Items range from glowsticks to kimonos, and even thermos flasks. Check out some of the goods below:

Check out HOBBY STOCK’s website to see all the products.
Since 2014, Hatsune Miku Expo has been sharing the love for Hatsune Miku and her Vocaloid friends. The global tour has brought Hatsune Miku to many different countries, even Malaysia. This year, Hatsune Miku Expo will take place online for the entire world.

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Hisuin Voltorb are Hiding in Pokemon Legends

A new Pokemon has been discovered in the Hisuin Region for Pokemon Legends Arceus: the Hisuin Voltorb.

Here is a trailer showing off its shocking power:

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“This enigmatic Pokémon has a glossy, spherical body. It looks very similar to the Poké Balls of the Hisui region, with the wood-grain-like makeup of its body’s surface and the hole on the top of its head.
There seem to be countless seeds packed inside Hisuian Voltorb. Occasionally, it spouts these seeds out of the hole in its head. However, no one knows exactly what it’s like inside the Pokémon’s body because inside the hole, it’s pitch-dark. It’s impossible to see anything even if one peers into the hole.”

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The Hisuin Voltorb is an electric/grass type, likely due to the fact that it is based on the Hisuin pokeballs which are made of wood. It is also noted as shooting seeds out of the hole in its head.
The appearance of a Hisuin voltorb also implies the existence of a Hisuin electrode, voltorb’s evolution as we have yet to have a regional variant that evolves back into its regular variant.
Voltorb has always been seen as one of the less well-received pokemon of generation one, with many fans seeing it as a lazy design due to just being a “Pokeball with eyes”. Between the Hisuin forms of voltorb and the new evolutions for Stantler and Basculin, also generally unpopular pokemon, it seems that Pokemon Legends is going out of its way to give some of these less liked creatures another chance.
Pokemon Legends Arceus will be released for Nintendo Switch on the 28th of January 2022.

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ASUS – Be Ahead CES 2021 Launch Event

CES 2021 means lots, and lots, of tech, and ASUS co-CEO Samson Hu announced the latest lineup of laptops, displays and entertainment solutions at the Be Ahead virtual launch event. Pushing the boundaries of design and innovation is what the Be Ahead event is about, to deliver the ultimate mobile computing experiences and empowering users be it in productivity or entertainment. A wide variety of new laptops – ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582), ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482), VivoBook S14 (S435), ExpertBook B9 (B9400 vPro), Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5500), Chromebook CX9 (CX9400), BR1100 and TUF Dash – alongside the ProArt Display PA148CTV and ZenBeam Latte L1 projector debuted at the event.

ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582)

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ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582) is the next-generation, ultra-powerful 15-inch laptop that is equipped with the new tilting ASUS ScreenPad Plus, a full-width 4K secondary touchscreen that works seamlessly with the main 4K OLED HDR display for effortless multitasking. ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED offers groundbreaking performance that is backed by up to the latest generation Intel® Core™ i9 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 laptop GPU graphics. It is also validated as an NVIDIA Studio laptop — the ultimate laptops for content creators.
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Expanding upon the original innovative design, ScreenPad Plus incorporates an auto-tilt mechanism that automatically raises the rear of the secondary display by 9.5° for improved readability and to reduce potential glare. ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED with the Intel Core i9 processor has the power and performance to drive cross-screen workflows using ScreenPad Plus and the main display. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU is powered by the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, delivering silky-smooth graphics and supercharging video-editing and 3D animation applications with the power of real-time ray tracing.
The full set of I/O ports features two Thunderbolt 3 USB-C® ports, and the latest WiFi 6 (802.11ax) takes wireless speeds to the next level for ultra-smooth connections. Additionally, with a 1 TB PCIe® 3.0 X 4 SSD and 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED accelerates workflows and optimizes productivity.
The frameless screen design features a 93% screen-to-body ratio for more immersive visuals. The brilliant 4K OLED HDR touchscreen delivers ultra-vivid colors and deep blacks with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, which is reflected by the VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 500 certification. Also, the touchscreen is PANTONE® Validated, ensuring superb color accuracy for graphics professionals.
ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482)

ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482) is a 14-inch Intel Evo™-verified laptop that features ASUS ScreenPad Plus, the secondary touchscreen that works seamlessly with the main FHD NanoEdge display for effortless multitasking. ZenBook Duo 14 packs heavyweight performance into its slim, 16.9-mm profile with a powerful combination of 11th Generation Intel Core processors and Intel Iris® Xe graphics or the option of NVIDIA GeForce® MX450 discrete graphics. ZenBook Duo 14 also features ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology, which works with the 11th Generation Intel processors to optimize performance: using Performance mode, users can enjoy a performance boost of up to 40% compared to a similar standard laptop.
With the same auto-tilt mechanism as UX582, the secondary display on ZenBook Duo 14 is tilted by 7° for improved readability and to reduce potential glare. The laptop provides a superbly immersive viewing experience, offering ultraslim bezels, an expansive 93% screen-to-body ratio and a four-sided frameless NanoEdge display that is super-bright at up to 400 cd/m2. ZenBook Duo 14 is PANTONE Validated for professional-grade color accuracy and offers a wide 100% sRGB color gamut. It is also TÜV Rheinland-certified for low blue light, so it is comfortable to use for long productivity sessions. Battery life has been boosted to an exceptional 17 hours for all-day productivity, and a USB-C Easy Charge feature offers versatile charging from either a USB-C Power Delivery-certified charger or any standard USB-C charger.
For easy connections to peripherals, ZenBook Duo 14 has comprehensive high-performance I/O connectivity, including a pair of the latest Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C ports. These support Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the 40 Gbps bandwidth enables users to connect an external 8K display or two 4K UHD displays. ZenBook Duo 14 also features WiFi 6 (802.11ax) that is enhanced with ASUS WiFi Master Premium technology.
Evolved user experiences on the new ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Duo 14

Both ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582) and ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482) feature upgraded ScreenXpert 2 software, which introduces powerful and intuitive new features to streamline workflows.
Both models also premiere ASUS Control Panel, a fully customizable app on ScreenPad Plus that revolutionizes creative workflows. ASUS Control Panel gives users precise and intuitive control of creative apps, including brush-size adjustment, saturation, layer opacity and more. Control Panel currently works with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, Premiere Pro and After Effects, and compatibility will be expanded in the near future.
The stylus included with ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Duo 14 enables yet another layer of interactivity for users, and ScreenPad Plus provides high-precision 4096 pressure-level stylus support for an ideal writing or drawing platform.
To ensure exceptional performance, ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Duo 14 are engineered with the new Active Aerodynamic System Plus (AAS Plus), which uses the ErgoLift hinge and auto-tilting ScreenPad Plus to increase overall cooling airflow by up to 49%.
VivoBook S14 (S435)

The all-new VivoBook S14 (S435) is a stylish, ultralight 14-inch laptop that is Intel Evo™-verified. The lightest 14-inch VivoBook model, it is a powerful companion for discovering, exploring and creating. With the latest 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16 GB memory, and Intel Optane™ Memory H10, VivoBook S14 can handle any workload. Productivity is further enhanced by up to a 1 TB PCIe SSD that provides superfast storage for fast boot times and near-instant data access. VivoBook S14 also incorporates the new ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology, which delivers up to a 40% performance boost while conserving battery life, enhancing cooling efficiency and ensuring quiet operations.
The exterior of VivoBook S14 features classy diamond-cut edges, a sleek Deep Green all-metal chassis and the unique VivoBook lid logo. When the lid is opened, the bright yellow color-blocked Enter key takes center stage. Its frameless four-sided NanoEdge display and a 90% screen-to-body ratio provide incredibly immersive visuals. The display is certified by TÜV Rheinland for low blue-light emissions, so it is easy on the eyes during extended use.
At only 1.3 kg light with a sleek 15.9-mm profile, the ultrathin VivoBook S14 is designed for premium portability. To provide effortless on-the-go connectivity, VivoBook S14 features ultrafast Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports that support fast charging, data transfers of up to 40 Gbps and connections with one external 8K or two 4K UHD monitors. There are also USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A and USB 2.0 ports as well as a microSD card reader, enabling users to easily connect peripherals, displays and projectors. WiFi 6 connectivity on VivoBook S14 delivers fast wireless speeds and ultra-smooth connections.
ExpertBook B9 (B9400 vPro)

ExpertBook B9 is the world’s lightest 14-inch business laptop, empowering business professionals to thrive in the modern world with leading-edge technology and features. Verified as an Intel Evo platform laptop, ExpertBook B9 delivers premium performance and responsiveness, efficient battery usage and stunning visuals. The 880 g model has a 33 Wh battery, and the 1005 g model has a 66 Wh battery with all-day battery life for continuous, portable productivity. ExpertBook B9 also meets the industry-leading MIL-STD 810H U.S. military test standard, which is more rigorous and demanding than ever, ensuring that the laptop can withstand the strains of the daily grind and on-the-go use.
With the rise of remote work, modern business professionals have increasing telecommuting needs. For exceptional remote work experiences, the new generation of ExpertBook B9 provides the latest Intel vPro™ Platform, which enables seamless data security and easy remote management by IT administrators.
ExpertBook B9 is engineered with up to the latest 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processors with built-in Intel Iris Xe graphics for serious performance and visual excellence. Ample storage in the form of up to dual 2 TB SSDs with for support RAID 0 and RAID 1 technology provides improved data reliability and faster operation. For superfast, stable connections, ExpertBook B9 features Intel WiFi 6 and ASUS WiFi Master Premium technology. In terms of security, ExpertBook B9 offers a Kensington NanoSaver™ lock for keeping the laptop physically secure, and an optional Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip stores passwords and encryption keys for added security. Also, an infrared camera and smart proximity sensor enable fast biometric face logins.

Each ZenBook, VivoBook and ExpertBook in the 2021 lineup is equipped with ASUS Two-Way AI Noise-Canceling technology to enhance communication experiences. AI Noise-Canceling technology employs machine learning to isolate unwanted noise from human speech for crystal-clear voice communication. ExpertBook B9 also features quick keys that enable fast, convenient sound and noise-cancelation control, plus Harman Kardon-certified speakers for exceptional sound.
Chromebook CX9 (CX9400)

ASUS Chromebook CX9 is built for empowering professionals with cloud-first operating systems and collaborative tools. Powered by an 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, the Chromebook CX9 offers take-anywhere mobility that combines a lightweight chassis with nimble performance for exceptional remote work experiences. Ultrafast WiFi 6, Harman Kardon-certified dual-speaker audio and an anti-glare FHD display offers an enhanced user experience to help optimize the workday, from anywhere. Additionally, the four-sided frameless 14-inch NanoEdge display on ASUS Chromebook CX9 provides an immersive, near edge-to-edge viewing experience for enhanced productivity.
ASUS Chromebook CX9 meets industry-leading MIL-STD 810H U.S. military test standards, and it features a durable, ultralight magnesium-alloy chassis that is 16 mm thin and around 1 kg light. Despite its thin profile, the laptop is loaded with I/O ports. These include cutting-edge Thunderbolt 4, as well as standard USB Type-A and HDMI outputs for comprehensive connectivity.

For business-grade protection, ASUS Chromebook CX9 is secure by design, offering Titan C security for storing sensitive information such as passwords and encryption keys. Furthermore, Chromebook CX9  automatically receives software updates every six weeks to ensure data is safeguarded with the latest protections. With Chrome OS, users enjoy uninterrupted workdays and increased productivity while IT overhead is reduced. Also, ASUS Chromebook CX9 comes with a fingerprint sensor for password-free login and a webcam shield for added protection.
ASUS BR1100 for education

The 11-inch ASUS BR1100 is the ultimate learning companion with an ultra-tough chassis, intelligent features and an easy-to-manage design that is ideal for distance learning. BR1100 is built ready for everyday knocks and drops with an ultra-tough design that features a rubber bumper surrounding all four exterior edges, military-grade durability and a spill-resistant keyboard. With two designs to choose from — convertible and clamshell — students can enjoy the laptop design that suits them the best. The convertible model features a garaged stylus to enhance taking notes and drawing, and multiple modes offer flexibility while learning. Additional designs to accommodate young learners include an antimicrobial keyboard frame and a TÜV Rheinland-certified display for eye protection.
BR1100 leverages the all-new Intel Pentium® Silver processor to deliver the performance for a smooth experience with apps and learning tools and the connectivity and graphics for distance learning. The BR1100 also delivers this with the ASUS Two-Way AI Noise-Canceling Microphone and a noise-reducing camera for enhanced remote lesson experiences. It also provides ultrafast, stable WiFi 6 connections and includes a webcam shield and a microphone mute key for privacy. The 42 Wh battery enables all-day battery life, and a 4G LTE option provides mobile internet connections for added portability.

A full array of I/O ports are packed into BR1100 for comprehensive connectivity, including USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI slot and a microSD card reader. BR1100 offers 16 GB of RAM and the storage option of up to a 128 GB eMMC and a 1 TB M.2 SSD — perfect for large or growing collections of videos, music and school documents.
For easy on-site servicing, ASUS BR1100 has a modular design that enables quick access to key components for enhancing the efficiency of IT maintenance and minimizing downtime.
Chromebook Flip CX5  (CX5500)

ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 is a groundbreaking new laptop that expands the capabilities of Chromebooks for cloud entertainment. It is the first 15.6-inch Chromebook Flip to be powered by an 11th Generation Intel Core processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, and the laptop features WiFi 6 connectivity, ASUS WiFi Stabilizer technology and dual Harman Kardon-certified speakers. With support for Google Stadia and NVIDIA GeForce NOW on Chromebook Flip CX5, users have access to a seemingly endless world of gaming.

Chromebook Flip CX5 is styled to appeal to a young generation of users who enjoy a minimalist style on a laptop for personal or work use. It incorporates a metallic design on an elegant Immersive White exterior that has a ceramic-like feel. The Obsidian Velvet texture of the palm rest area is silky-smooth for added comfort during extended use. The 57 Wh battery in Chromebook Flip CX5 provides battery life of up to 12 hours, and the laptop also delivers up to 16 GB of memory, storage of up to a 512 GB SSD and a microSD card slot for expandability.
ProArt Display PA148CTV

ASUS ProArt Display PA148CTV is a 14-inch FHD IPS portable monitor designed to efficiently enhance the workflows of content creators. The display features ASUS Dial and Virtual Control Panel for streamlining creative processes with shortcuts and programmable hotkeys, which enhance ease-of-use with Adobe creative tools such as Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere and Lightroom Classic. PA148CTV delivers exceptional color with 100% sRGB and 100% Rec. 709 color spaces, and it is Calman Verified and factory pre-calibrated to provide Delta E < 2 color accuracy. The display also features a responsive 10-point multi-touch panel, which has an anti-glare film to reduce distractions.

Virtual Control Panel on ProArt Display PA148CTV provides an adjustment dials, sliders, buttons and wheels, delivering programmable hotkeys that enhance the precision and detail of creative work. ASUS Dial is a physical dial at the rear of the display that allows users to control compatible Adobe software and Microsoft Surface Dial features, enabling adjustments while staying focused on the task at hand. The integrated on-screen display (OSD) controller allows for performing further monitor adjustments quickly and easily. In addition, ProArt Preset software enables users to quickly adjust color gamut, and various display parameters can be set via ProArt Palette.

PA148CTV offers a host of ports to cater to the needs of content creators. The two USB-C ports deliver audio, video and power input over a single cable, while the micro HDMI port provides connectivity to a wide variety of input sources. A tripod socket allows for mounting the display onto a tripod, and an adjustable metal kickstand props the display up to deliver ideal viewing and working positions, making it perfect for work on the go. PA148CTV also comes with a leather sleeve for elegant portability.
ZenBeam Latte L1 projector

ZenBeam Latte L1 projector enables users to take their favorite movies or music on the go. The projector introduces a new cylindrical mug-shaped design, which enhances sound transmission while providing a compact footprint. It is also the first projector to offer a fabric exterior, which enhances audio with increased sound penetration and gives the design a comfortable, homey feel. The exceptional design of ZenBeam Latte L1 has been recognized with a CES 2021 Innovation Award, a Good Design Award 2020 and a Taiwan Excellence Award 2021.

ZenBeam Latte L1 features a user-friendly remote control, and a built-in battery offers up to three hours of battery life on a single charge for portable use. It casts imagery with a 300-LED-lumens light and has a projection range of 40 to 120 inches — so it can also be used in rooms with limited space. With support for Aptoide TV, users can enjoy their favorite streaming apps on the expanded screen of a projector. Also, users can project their mobile phone screen via wireless mirroring with ZenBeam Latte L1 for broader viewing options.

A Harman Kardon 10-watt speaker is included and connects via Bluetooth® to accompany projection visuals with incredible audio. The speaker can also serve as a portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers up to 12 hours of audio, and the projector features three audio modes — Movie, Music and Gaming. ZenBeam Latte L1 is designed for relaxing at home and enjoying a great movie or excellent music — just like enjoying a latte.
TUF Dash

The all-new TUF Dash F15 gaming laptop is engineered to expand every gamer’s repertoire. Its super-slim design is lightweight and easy to carry, so it is ideal for on-the-go or around-the-house use. Up to an 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and a GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU blitz through games with power to spare for serious work. Also, the Dash F15 is topped off with a range of premium features that enhance its everyday user experience for gaming, entertainment and more.
A gaming panel with up to a 240 Hz refresh rate on the Dash F15 offers gamers the same edge as esports athletes, with a 3 ms response time that reduces motion blur to make fast-paced target tracking more precise. When gamers want to do more, a versatile Thunderbolt 4 port connects to everything from docks to external GPUs. An expansive battery offers up to 16.6 hours of video playback, so gamers can unplug and unwind anywhere and later reload with convenient USB-C charging.
Advanced cooling enables the Dash F15 to fit top-tier processors in a super-slim form factor. A substantial heat spreader and five copper heat pipes distribute thermal energy while dual fans channel air through four outlets that expel heat faster and with less noise than typical ultraslim designs. The N-Blade fans are specially sculpted to move more air, and these are made from a special liquid crystal polymer that makes enough space to fit 83 blades per fan and still ensure that each blade is strong enough to hold up at high rpms. The self-cleaning cooling module maintains long-term stability and performance by preventing build-up on critical components. Updated anti-dust tunnels are shorter to create more space for airflow around the fan while still redirecting particles away from crucial hardware.
Voice chat is crystal clear due to new Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation technology. This advanced technology removes a broad range of unwanted background noise from both input and output audio, meaning that both the user’s voice and incoming communications are fuzz-free.

This fresh addition to the TUF Gaming portfolio takes military-grade durability to ultrathin new dimensions. Resilience against everything from everyday knocks and bumps to extreme temperatures lets users work and play wherever they want, worry-free. Whether charging to the frontlines of a favorite first-person shooter or adventuring in the great urban jungle, the Dash is a reliable ally for gamers to have by their side.

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Mobius Final Fantasy X FF X: Tidus’s Story Retold With A Twist!

Mobius Final Fantasy has come a long way with huge updates and major events and one of them is Final Fantasy X and X-2! This time, the story of Tidus will be retold, making an appearance along side with our beloved Warrior of Light. Square Enix is full of wonderful ideas and this time they have kicked off this special collaboration with a trailer entitled “Dream Within a Dream.”

Check out the trailer, “Dream Within a Dream” below:

Fans of the Final Fantasy X: Eternal Calm will probably remember the cinematic cutscenes sequel to the Final Fantasy X and the prequel to Final Fantasy X-2. From what we knew in Eternal Calm, it was shown that someone resembling Tidus was jailed in Bevelle. In this Dream Within a Dream collaboration event, we will see Tidus’s side of his story of what he was up to between FFX and FFX-2.

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Director of Mobius Final Fantasy, Motomu Toriyama along with producer Yoshinori Kitase had the core cast of developers from the original FFX to work on the game. Daisuke Watanabe, the lead scenario writer of FFX is also part of the team, so fans shouldn’t worry too much on the story being ruined.

Sadly for the global players, the collaboration event will be commencing in Japan first. As usual, the events and content that are released in Japan will be released a couple of months later to global. So as understanding as fans could be, good things come to those who wait. Cheers!

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Arknights Side Story A Walk In The Dust rerun

Arknights has announced the rerun event A Walk In The Dust to take place following the ending of the Guide Ahead event.

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The event starts from October 4th and ends on October 18th, lasting for a total of 14 days.
The event requires you to finish chapter 1-10 to participate and comes in 2 phases. [Walk Alone], the standard event stages and [The Endless Road], the EX-event stages will both be available from the start of the event.
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Players can complete the missions in [Song of Dust] during the event and get rewards such as the 5-Star Defender Heavyrain.
The event shop, [Reefstep Black Market], offers players items that can be exchanged for the event points that you gain from participating in the event. The items offered includes:

       Heavyrain’s Tokens
       Headhunting Permits
       Elite Materials
       LMD and Battle Records

As this is a rerun event, it carries over the stage progress and First Clear progress for players that have participated before with once-only rewards like Furnitures will instead reward Intelligence Certificates.
This rerun is also the last chance to complete the medal set for A Walk In The Dust as you would not be able to obtain any of its medals when it is added into [Side Story].

Throughout the event, a headhunting banner, Erg Passenger, featuring a rate up for specific operators will take place. The rate up operators are:

       6-star Caster Passenger
       5-star Snipers Toddifons and Sesa

A new outfit is available to purchase in the store as the event runs which features Heavyrain along with the rerun of the bloodline of combat collection outfit for Hellagur and Shirayuki. The outfits are as follow:

       Vitafield [Foruiner] Series Classic – Tranquil Moss for Heavyrain (New)
       Bloodline of Combat Collection – Octopath Illusion for Hellagur (Rerun)
       Bloodline of Combat Collection – Wind of Breaking Blade for Shirayuki (Rerun)

The furniture set [Critical Response Team Office] will also be rerun throughout the duration of the event and you can obtain the furniture sets from:

       A Walk In The Dust mission rewards and event shop
       Limited-time sale at the Store

A new Operator Records will be available for the following operators starting from October 4th:

       Exusiai
       Waai Fu
       Scene

Paradox Simulations for the following operators will also be available starting from October 4th:

       Waai Fu
       Scene

A Walk In The Dust is a rerun Side Story event on Arknights where the infamous Emperor Blade and his instakill mechanics ruins your Sanity. And also Kal’tsit in a maid outfit.

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Evangelion Thrice Upon A Time Preview Lets You Catch The Opening 12 Minutes Of The Movie

Catch the beginning of the end as Studio Khara streams the first 12 minutes of Evangelion 3.0 + 1.0: Thrice Upon A Time ahead of its new release date.

The movie comes out March 8th, 2021, after missing its original January release date earlier this year. In anticipation of the Japan-only release, fans all around the world can watch the first 12 minutes this weekend, via the Studio Khara YouTube channel. Fans can catch the preview at midnight, March 8th (11pm March 7th Malaysia time)

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Additionally, Amazon Prime Video will also be streaming the three prior Rebuild movies, letting you catch up or relive the Evangelion movies in anticipation of Evangelion 3.0 + 1.0: Thrice Upon A Time. There’s no way to check if it’ll be available for the SEA crowd for now, but the pages are currently accessible if you want to bookmark it when it premieres this weekend.

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The first of the Rebuild movies starts March 5th, 7.00pm Malaysia time, kicking off with Evangelion 1.0: You Are (Not) Alone. This is a simultaneous viewing event, so it’s not known if you can still watch it after the premiere is done. Since it’s being broadcast on the Japanese Amazon Prime Video channel, there’s no guarantee that it will be the subtitled version, so fans who can’t understand Japanese and haven’t seen the movies should probably take caution.
Thrice Upon A Time is the fourth entry in the Evangelion Rebuild Series, theatrical releases based on the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime. While the first sold itself as a compilation movie of sorts, the subsequent movies began to diverge drastically.
This isn’t the first time Studio Khara have shown off the early minutes of the new movie, though this preview will contain never-before seen footage of the upcoming movie.

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Project EX – Another Korean Action RPG announced!

After the announcement of Nexon signing the rights to publish Project B (or Battle Storm) in Japan, Barunson E & A recently reveals another project under the title “Project EX (프로젝트EX)”. It will be a mobile game that combines strategic battles and action RPG elements using Unreal Engine 4.

According to their gameplay preview, you will be able to select your heroes from a variety of classes and train them to command your army. Large-scale battle occurs between players, you will need to lead your army to break through your enemy lines or protect your empire from attack. Every hero will have their unique skill and you could make use of them to help you achieve victory in the battle. There is also a dungeon mode where you can stop the time during deploying tactics.

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Check out the gameplay preview below:

For now, there is no actual release date for Project EX yet. These are all we know, stay tuned for more information!
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TMNT Shredder’s Revenge Available Now on Netflix Games

The arcade-esque TMNT game, TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge is finally available on mobile today.

TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge comes to both Android and iOS via Netflix Games for free. While you can install the game via respective platform’s app store, you’ll need to a Netflix subscription to start playing.

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The game can be played both online and offline with the multiplayer feature available on the mobile version via online play. The game however, does not come with a cloud save so you cannot transfer your progress into the mobile version if you already owned a copy of the game on other platforms.
The game is inspired by and based on the 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series and borrows stylistically from the arcade and home console Turtles games developed by Konami during the 1980s and 1990s
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Here is a brief description of the game via Netflix Games:
Kick shell with Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo or other familiar friends in this totally tubular ’80s-inspired beat ’em up. Cowabunga!

TMN: Shredder’s Revenger is a beat ’em up game developed by Tribute Games and published by Dotemu. The game was first released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on June 16th, 2022. It was later released for the PlayStation 5 on November 5th, 2022.

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Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer now available for iOS in Japan

We reported about Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer‘s imminent release in Japan a while back. Now, the game is finally out in Japan, only for iOS devices though. Android users will have to wait a little while longer before getting the game as it is still in its preparation phase.

However, it is not free. You need to pay 1,800 Yen to get the game. The RPG game first released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System back in 1995. It then got its improved remake version for the Nintendo DS in 2006. Now, Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer will be launching as a mobile game and it only got better than its previous versions.

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There are a few key features that you need to know about this upcoming mobile RPG. Mystery Dungeons change forms everytime you enter and you get to explore and play them over and over again. During your journey, you will get to meet various characters whom you can choose to fight alongside with. You can, of course, restore your strength through items by buying them in villages and towns that you come across.

Additionally, there is a simplified rescue system (random password-style). We have no idea what is that ourselves so stay tuned for the gameplay. In this game, you get to gather weapons and items from the dungeons to fight against monsters and traps. Take note of one of the most important features in the game though. When you die, you lose all of your precious items and you need to start all over from scratch again!

Again, it is only available in Japan as of now for iOS devices. When there is news about an Android or even a global release, we will let you know in no time. For more information, you can visit Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer‘s official website and Twitter account.

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Razer Releases New Pokemon Gaming Peripherals Designs to Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and More

Razer has announced the return of their Pokemon themed peripherals along with new designs to selected Asia-Pacific countries.

The Pokemon themed Razer products are now available in Malaysia. Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, and Thailand. The list of Razer peripherals in this collaboration features:

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Razer BlackWidow V3 Tenkeyless – Pokemon Edition
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Tenkeyless will work best as the centerpiece of any battlestation. The keyboard embellishes a Pokeball motif on the surface along with a few unique Pokeball keycaps throughout. Featuring the Razer Green Mechanical Switches, the BlackWidow V3 Tenkeyless is powered by the Razer Chroma RGB and also has a cute Pikachu and Eevee visual located at the arrow keys.

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Razer Gigantus V2 (XXL) – Pokemon Edition
Eevee fans can now rejoice as it joins Pikachu and all of its eeveelutions on the Razer Gigantus V2 (XXL) mouse mat. This mouse mat features a texture micro-weave cloth surface with thick, high-density rubber foam for consistency, durability, and an anti-slip rubber base to keep the mat in place; making this a key addition to any trainer’s gaming setup.

Razer Gigantus V2 (Medium) – Pokemon Edition
The medium sized Razer Gigantus V2 mouse mat features the same materials as the XXL variant, but instead prominently features Pikachu and Eevee, making it the perfect love letter for fan’s love of this iconic duo.

Price

Razer BlackWidow V3 Tenkeyless – Pokémon Edition: USD$169.99 (MYR 781.70)
Razer Gigantus V2 – XXL – Pokémon Edition: USD$44.99 (MYR 206.89)
Razer Gigantus V2 – Medium – Pokémon Edition: USD$29.99 (MYR 137.91)

For more information on this collaboration, do check out the official Razer website here.

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Metro Exodus next-gen and Complete Edition out now

Metro Exodus is now available on Xbox Series X | S and Playstation 5! The next-gen version of Metro Exodus and its DLC runs 4K / 60FPS with full Ray Traced lighting on both consoles, featuring 4A’s ground-breaking Ray Traced Global Illumination (RTGI) and the Ray Traced Emissive Lighting techniques pioneered in the original release.

The next gen consoles see dramatically reduced loading times thanks to the use of their SSD storage optimizations, boast 4K texture packs, and a range of platform specific features including spatial audio and controller latency improvements on Xbox, and support for the haptic features of the PlayStation 5 Dual Sense controller.

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These enhancements are a free upgrade to all Gen 8 owners, or via the Metro Exodus Complete Edition – a high value physical edition for franchise newcomers. This Complete Edition includes the base game and both DLC expansions: The Two Colonels and Sam’s Story.
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Enhanced for the latest consoles – Enhanced to utilise to power of Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 including 60FPS, up to 4K resolution a Field Of View slider for the first time in the series and Ray Traced lighting.
Enhanced for Xbox Series X | S – optimized for platform specific features including spatial audio and Smart Delivery support. Xbox Series X will boast full Ray Traced lighting, 4K 60FPS and Xbox Series S will deliver full Ray Traced lighting, 60FPS and 1080p resolution. Available via Smart Delivery.
Enhanced for PlayStation 5 – optimized for platform specific features including DualSense™ Haptic Feedback support and 3D Audio, alongside full Ray Traced lighting and 60FPS 4K visuals.
The Complete Package – includes Metro Exodus and all DLC content – The Two Colonels and Sam’s Story.
Experience Sandbox Survival – flee the shattered ruins of dead Moscow and follow a gripping story that links together classic Metro gameplay with huge, non-linear levels.
Deadly combat and stealth – scavenge and craft in the field to customize your arsenal of hand-made weaponry, and engage human and mutant foes in thrilling tactical combat.
Explore a hostile world – embark on journey that spans an entire year through spring, summer and autumn to the depths of nuclear winter. Discover the Russian wilderness, brought to life with day / night cycles and dynamic weather.

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Babylon’s Fall drops new trailer, more details to come this week

Platinum Games and Square Enix’s upcoming action RPG, Babylon’s Fall, showed off a new trailer for this new year. Check it out below:

Babylon’s Fall will release on March 3, 2022 on PS4, PS5 and PC via Steam. Here is what players can expect, according to the game’s website:

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In BABYLON’S FALL, experience the refined, high-quality PlatinumGames action seen in titles like NieR: Automata in a high-octane hack-and-slash adventure. As a Sentinel, you’ll gain the ability to wield a mighty arsenal of up to four weapons; one in each of your human arms, and two more held by the spectral tethers that extrude from your Gideon Coffin. Experiment with different weapon and armor combos and explore the virtually limitless array of strategic possibilities.
Trailer aside, more details surrounding Babylon’s Fall will be revealed on an upcoming live stream over on the Japanese Square Enix YouTube Channel. Titled “Babylon’s Fall Official Live Broadcast 01“, the live stream is scheduled to happen at 9.00 pm JST on January 5th.
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For more information on the game, visit its page on developer Platinum Games’ website. Alternatively, you can follow the game’s Twitter account.
In other related news, fans criticised Square Enix’s CEO Yosuke Matsuda’s new year’s letter due to his pro-NFT gaming stance.

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Doraemon: Nobita’s Skyfaring Boat event details

The event details for the Granblue Fantasy and Doraemon collaboration have been released, titled Doraemon: Nobita’s Skyfaring Boat. Doraemon: Nobita’s Skyfaring Boat will start 8 December 2021.

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Doraemon will be joining your party after clearing chapter 2 episode 1, with art that will vary depending on the gender of your main character. It probably won’t change that much, but it’s a nice touch regardless.
Nobita will be available in the second half of the event, and will join your party after clearing chapter 6, episode 4. The second half will be available from 13 December JST.
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Shizuka, Gian and Suneo will be a Light element summon, boosting Light element characters’ ATK and HP when used as a Main summon. They will come with a Refresh effect that will restore some HP each turn. Summons that feature multiple characters tend to have different effects depending on who shows up, so there might be additional hidden effects. Shizuka also appears to be wearing Djeeta’s outfit.
Meanwhile, the Air Cannon is a Water element weapon, melee despite its name. It will boost Water element character ATK and the main character’s critical rate when equipped as a main weapon. Both the summon and weapon will get a 4-star upgrade.

The summon will boost Light element character HP to 20%, while the weapon boosts all allies’ charge bars.
One of the goodies is sure to be a 10-draw ticket, so at the very least, grab that.
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Granblue Fantasy (GBF) is a full-fledged fantasy RPG game with quality that will blow you away. It's time to embark on an adventure in the world of the sky. Play it on your browser in English or Japanese!

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Apple Arcade Launches 20 New Games Including A Citybuilder And A TMNT Roguelike

Apple Arcade has launched 20 new games for the gaming subscription platform, playable on all Apple devices from Apple TV to iOS and MacOS.

These games join the over 200 titles on the service, and even includes reworked versions of older free to play titles with elements like ads removed.

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Four of these titles are available now, including TMNT: Splintered Paths, Disney Spellstruck, Cityscapes Sim Builder as well as What The Car.
TMNT: Splintered Fate
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As a roguelike with co op features, this game has you playing as the four turtles on a roguelike adventure to save Master Splinter.
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TMNT Splintered Fate is developed by Super Evil Megacorp, while being published by Paramount for Apple Arcade.
The game will has you looking for buffs to empower your turtles on each run, though each turtle will also feature their own unique moves.
“Each turtle has a base attack that has unique differences on the design side, as well as what we call a tool”, says Ian Fielding, CEO of Super Evil Megacorp. “We have a base starting tool, but you can also swap that out between other tools if you get offered it as a roguelike perk. There is a base design that is unique to that turtle, as well as the opportunity to flex that or shape that based on the kind of RNG you get out of your rewards”
Disney Spellstruck
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Disney Spellstruck is a word game featuring popular Disney and Pixar characters like Princess Tiana, Donald Duck and more and developed by Artist Acade and Fun & Games.
It features a story mode to let you collect more characters, as well as a versus and challenge mode
Interestingly enough, the developers were heavily targeting an all-ages approach, settling on dynamic difficulty.
“So we wrote a dynamic AI difficulty system”, says David Bettner, CEO of Fun & Games. “So whether it’s you on your account or your daughter playing with hers, it’ll match to her skill level. As a father I’ve found that it does work well back and forth. If I play and then my kid does, we can go back and forth on it”.
Cityscapes Sim Builder
Image Credit: Magic Fuel Games
This game takes the infamous city building genre and brings it to mobile devices, being playable on both touch screens as well as Mac computers.
Developed by Magic Fuel Games, you’d be able to build across huge biomes, and even build various real-world landmarks to improve your city.
“We were thinking about the game for mobile first. A lot of what we did was just visualize all the numbers so its really easy to read what’s going on and adding more data layers that you can read into”, says Kip Katsarelis, CPO at Magic Fuel games. “If you’re an old school PC gamer theres a lot of stats to look into and if you’re a more casual mobile gamer they’ll probably live in the data layers a little bit”.
What The Car
Image Credit: Triband
Following up the success of What The Golf, What The Car sees you playing as a surreal car with legs, as you cross multiple level with a variety of fun and random twists.
“This is a little bit of a bigger world. What The Golf had a big campaign, but there’s just something interesting [here] because you’re a car, and you have legs and you go places because you can and it’s just like we like to give players these weird things that you can stumble upon out in the open like a giraffe circus or a big cow that shoots lasers out of its eyes. So its mostly us just wanting to make silly, stupid stuff”, says Lasse Astrup, Lead Designer at Tribad.
For fans of absurdist humor, you’ll want to check this one out- if nothing else to see just how many more layers of zany you can get in the biggest of the What The series from Tribad.
Those are far from the only games joining the stacked lineup for Apple Arcade in May, however- many more games will be available on the service, including made-for-Arcade versions of popular titles like Kingdom Two Crowns and Getting Over It with Bennet Foddy.
Here’s a list of other titles coming to Apple Arcade:

Chess Universe+ (Tilting Point)
Disney Coloring World+ (StoryToys)
Disney Getaway Blast+ (Gameloft)
Farming Simulator 20+ (GIANTS Software)
Getting Over It+ (Bennett Foddy)
Hill Climb Racing+ (Fingersoft)
Iron Marines+ (Ironhide Game Studio)
Kingdom Two Crowns+ (Raw Fury)
LIMBO+ (Playdead)
My Town Home – Family Games+ (My Town Games LTD)
Octodad: Dadliest Catch+ (Young Horses)
PPKP+ (SHIMADA TOSHIHIRO)
Snake.io+ (Kooapps)
Temple Run+ (Imangi Studios)
TIME LOCKER+ (Sotaro Otsuka)
Very Little Nightmares+ (Bandai Namco Entertainment)

Apple Arcade is available as a monthly subscription, from RM 19.90, and with a three month free trial with the purchases of new Apple devices.
It’s also available as part of the Apple One subscription which includes other services like Apple Music and Apple TV+.

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Arknights CN 3rd Anniversary Livestream Highlights

Arknights CN will be celebrating its 3rd anniversary in just a couple of weeks, so here’s a summary of the livestream for the good stuff we can expect in the coming year:

New event, Stultifera Navis. Assumed to be a sequel to Under Tides from the 2nd anniversary

Accompanying login rewards, 1 10-Headhunting Ticket for Limited Operator Headhunting, Originite Prime reset

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New Operators

6-star: Medic Lumen (event), Guard Irene, Specialist Specter the Unchained (LIMITED)
5-star: Supporter Windflit

New outfits

Bloodline of Combat for Frostleaf, Lancet-2, Aurora, Gnosis, Skadi the Corrupting Heart
Skadi’s skin comes with Live2D, thus starting price 21 OP

Those who bought Guard Specter’s skin will get a costume ticket
W’s skin will get Live2D
Ambience Synesthesia 2022 for Reed, Tequila, Mudrock

New updates

New Modules: Specter the Unchained, Bena, Kazemaru, Lumen, Eunectes, Whisperain, Ceylon, Purestream, Irene, Aurora
Module updates, with variant types and levels

New Annihilation stage
Operator Records: Specter the Unchained, Irene, Whisperain, Asbestos, Perfumer, Orchid
“Skip ticket” for Annihilation stages
Sanity potion changes (60 to 80, 100 to 120), daily / weekly resource updates, LS-6 / CE-6 stages

New home backgrounds

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New game mode, “Stationary Security”: You’ll be able to bring more than 12 in a squad, Operators can be replaced without needing redeployment / retreating

Update to rogue-like mode, teasers for potential summer in the Durin homeland, Rhine Lab focus, possibly also Leithania

Merchandise, collaborations

Artbook volume 1 “Reset”
Skadi Nendoroid
New mini “Headhunting Bag” series with Saga, Blaze, Tequila, Jaye, Mizuki, Kal’tsit
1/7 1100 Ch’en
Mini Q set with Lumen, Specter the Unchained, Irene
Scales of Castle-3, Lancet-2, and the Rhodes Island landship
CAPCOM (?!)

That’s about the long and short of it for the Arknights CN 3rd anniversary stream highlights! Further details should be released in due course as the events arrive, but for now, save up those Orundum!
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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.

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Dead Cells gets new major update

Having first been made available in 2017, Dead Cells has now surpassed three million units in sales, according to its developers.

Now, the action platformer is getting yet another major update, dubbed “Update of Plenty”. An overview of the aforementioned update:

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GamerBraves Newsletter Vol. 103 – The Glory of The Barbie/Oppenheimer Double Feature

Update 19 makes a lot (no, a lot) of smaller changes to [Dead Cells], including sweeping changes to items and weapons – many of which were completely reworked, nerfed or boosted.

Examples of these small but meaningful changes include alterations to crossbows, which are now two-handed weapons (duh) and ‘Survival’ only, giving players two separate attacks and a generous health pool. There’s also a backpack that lets you hold a weapon (sorry, you can’t use it if it’s in the backpack) while you wield a two-handed weapon, making sure you’re never punished for switching back to a dual weapon build.

Additionally, the in-game economy and merchants got a makeover with the removal of gold-scaling (gear price will now go up with item level), prices have changed on a variety of items, and there are various changes to refining and affix rerolling costs. Shop categories are now color-based instead of being based on equipment type and you now get a shop reroll for free, however, it makes items on sale pricier so do with that what you will.

The other more notable changes include scrolls being removed from ++ and S weapons, but to compensate more scrolls have been added to the early biomes (heyoooo make it rain!), enemy damage has been reduced, and gear damage has been increased. #balance

Also, for fans who lovingly encountered unrelenting death in 2BC (two Boss Cells), the new update has smoothed out difficulty progression – 0BC (zero Boss Cells), for example, has been made more challenging in order to teach new players more of the moves and give them time to collect more gear/runes before progressing, but the difficulty curve in general has also been adjusted from 0-5BC so difficulty spikes should be (should be) less of a problem.

Of course, if you need further details, be sure to check out the patch notes for more.
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Dead CellsPublisher: Motion TwinDeveloper: Motion TwinRelease Date: 2017-05-10Android, Epic Games Store, GOG, iOS, mac os, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Steam, Xbox One
Death is not the end.

Play as a failed alchemic experiment and explore the sprawling, ever-changing castle to find out what happened on this gloomy island…! That is, assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers.

Dead Cells is a roguevania action platformer that will require you to master frantic 2D combat with a wide variety of weapons and skills against merciless minions and boss.

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