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A new costume for the beloved Pikachu is set to be introduced in an upcoming summer-themed event, as revealed by a Pokemon GO datamine. Additionally, as Pokemon GO Fest 2023 draws near this August, players can look forward to the debut of a new Mythical Pokemon.

Despite some technical challenges with Pokemon GO’s Routes feature, trainers will have numerous opportunities to obtain fresh Pokemon and rewards by participating in Pokemon GO Fest 2023 throughout August.

The event will kick off in London and Osaka on August 4, followed by its arrival in New York City on August 18. Players will have three consecutive days in each city to encounter and catch various new Pokemon, including the elusive Mythical Pokemon Diancie in Pokemon GO.

There’s still hope for those who cannot attend these in-person events, as Diancie will be available in their local areas once Pokemon GO Fest 2023: Global begins on August 26.

As per a recent datamine conducted by PokeMiners, it has been revealed that Pikachu will receive a brand-new summer shirt costume during Pokemon GO Fest 2023.

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— PokeMiners (@poke_miners) July 26, 2023

This new outfit seems to be a variation of the Okinawan Kariyushi Shirt Pikachu costume, initially featured in the Japan-exclusive Air Adventures Okinawa event within Pokemon GO.

The datamine provides the in-game model for this new Pikachu costume, but the specific way of obtaining it remains undisclosed. Nevertheless, the findings suggest that during the yearly event, players might have the chance to get a shiny costume variant.

The datamine reveals that Diancie’s Mega and shiny variants are showcased alongside the new Pikachu costume. During Pokemon GO Fest 2023, attendees in London and Osaka will have the exclusive opportunity to catch Diancie.

Furthermore, the Mega Evolution of Diancie will also debut during the event in these cities. At the same time, players in the United States and other regions will have to wait until the latter half of August.

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Regarding Pikachu’s Pokemon GO Fest 2023 costume, it is not entirely original, but it might still be a pleasant surprise for some fans. The costume features the summer shirt, which was previously exclusive to Japan.

Niantic is expected to reveal more details on how fans can earn this costume as the annual event is just a week away. Mega Rayquaza is set to make its global Pokemon GO debut in limited-time raids the following month.

This highly regarded Pokemon will be available during Pokemon GO Fest 2023, accompanied by a new Rayquaza Special Research. Players can participate in this research to collect Meteorites, enabling them to Mega Evolve Rayquaza and teach it new moves.

Pokemon GO is currently accessible on Android and iOS devices.

A fresh leak from Honkai: Star Rail has unveiled the upcoming kit for the next version of the Trailblazer, scheduled to debut in a future update. While Honkai: Star Rail boasts an impressive roster of nearly 30 playable characters for players to acquire, the Trailblazer holds a special place as it is the players’ initial introduction to the game and remains the first permanently available unit.

Like Genshin Impact’s Traveler, the Trailblazer showcases remarkable versatility, offering multiple classes and elemental options for players to integrate into their teams. Now, tantalizing leaks hint at the main character’s next iteration.

Until now, Honkai: Star Rail has already showcased two distinct playable versions of the Trailblazer, with one acquired through the game’s storyline progression. The default Physical Destruction Trailblazer equips players with various damage-dealing options, allowing them to switch between single-target and AoE attacks effortlessly.

On the other hand, the Fire Preservation Trailblazer, earned by completing the Jarilo-IV story, provides players with a formidable tank unit proficient in drawing aggro and dealing AoE fire damage.

However, the latest upgrade for the Trailblazer appears to shift its role towards a more supportive position, introducing exciting new possibilities for players.

Prominent HoYoverse leaker HomDGCat has shared a new leak, revealing the element, Path, and complete gameplay kit of the upcoming Trailblazer.

[Star Rail]
Imaginary Harmony TrailblazerTest Kit pic.twitter.com/ROqxHIh6r9

— 妮可少年 HomDGCat (@homdgcat) July 23, 2023

According to the leak, the next version of the Trailblazer will transform, moving them into the Imaginary element and the Harmony path. This shift will reposition the character as a supportive member of teams.

The Trailblazer’s Skill is designed to grant allies a “Blessing” buff, enabling them to deal follow-up damage on their Skills and Weakness Breaks. Furthermore, the Harmony Trailblazer possesses a unique mechanic where enemies will receive a second Toughness bar that can be broken to trigger bonus effects. Additionally, their Ultimate move boosts Break Effect for allies.

The latest version of the Harmony Trailblazer introduces unique effects that position it as a specialized unit focused on Weakness Break. This new character will likely synergize well with another recent five-star team, Silver Wolf, who also shares a similar playstyle centred around exploiting elemental weaknesses within the party.

The addition of the newest Trailblazer as an Imaginary unit is significant, as it helps to bolster an element that currently has only three playable characters, making it an exciting inclusion. However, the Imaginary Harmony Trailblazer’s release date has not yet been confirmed.

The upcoming Honkai: Star Rail update, Version 1.3, will introduce new characters, including another Imaginary element character, Imbibitor Lunae, Quantum five-star Fu Xuan, and four-star character Lynx.

Leaks have also provided a glimpse of the character lineup for several future versions, such as Topaz and Jingliu in Version 1.4 and Huohuo and Argenti in Version 1.5. With its effectiveness as a Free-to-Play (F2P) option, the Harmony Trailblazer appears promising for players aiming to optimize their Weakness Break teams.

Honkai: Star Rail is currently available for PC and mobile devices, and a PS5 version is expected to launch in Q4 2023.

The latest leaks for Honkai: Star Rail hint at what players can expect in the upcoming Version 1.3 update. Among the exciting features, players will have the opportunity to acquire a complimentary four-star character.

Since its launch in late April, this HoYoverse RPG has engaged players with captivating content sets in a vast sci-fi universe. Each update has introduced numerous events, offering diverse combat challenges, exploration tasks, and a beloved management mini-game.

While official details on Version 1.3 remain scarce, leaks have already given us a glimpse of what’s to come. Three new characters, Imbibitor Lunae, Fu Xuan, and Lynx, are confirmed to join the roster, and further additions to Xianzhou Luofu’s story will enhance the narrative experience.

Speculations suggest that Version 1.3 might introduce a new mini-game, potentially featuring a management style akin to the famous Museum event in Version 1.1. As the anticipation builds, the leaked information has unveiled several exciting possibilities that await players in the forthcoming update.

Honkai: Star Rail’s leaker, LikeyKitten, recently shared a video revealing the exciting lineup of significant events in Version 1.3.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC5F0h4NksA

One of the main highlights of the update is the prominent focus on the Simulated Universe game mode, with its flagship event titled “Simulated Universe: The Swarm Disaster.” This event promises to be a thrilling experience for players.

Additionally, the update will bring forth a fresh area and an engaging management mini-game called “Aurum Alley’s Hustle and Bustle.” Completing this event will reward players with the coveted four-star character, Sushang.

Furthermore, players can look forward to another captivating event named “Space Station Task Force,” providing more opportunities for action and rewards. Alongside these exciting events, the update will feature “Aptitude Showcases” for the latest characters, adding even more depth and excitement to the gaming experience.

The Version 1.3 update of Honkai: Star Rail brings exciting new events, characters, and numerous minor additions. The Simulated Universe, a significant part of this update, promises to introduce over 20 captivating Curios to the game mode.

Additionally, players can look forward to a brand-new login rewards campaign, granting up to 10 Star Rail Special Passes over seven consecutive days of logging in. The anticipated release date for Version 1.3 is August 30th.

Already a hit among fans, the recently released Version 1.2 of Honkai: Star Rail brought abundant fresh content. The update unveiled World 7 of the Simulated Universe, introducing the impressive five-star character Blade.

Moreover, Version 1.2 expanded the captivating storyline of Honkai: Star Rail’s Xianzhou Luofu and added two new areas, offering exciting combat challenges and a new weekly boss. With the strong momentum since its launch, Version 1.3 is poised to elevate the gaming experience of Honkai further: Star Rail.

Honkai: Star Rail is currently available on PC and mobile devices, and it’s worth noting that a PS5 version is slated for release in Q4 2023.

A fresh leak regarding the upcoming Version 1.3 update for Honkai: Star Rail generates excitement among fans as it reveals the characters featured in the gacha banners.

The leak includes information about the five-star characters and their corresponding four-star counterparts. Although Version 1.2 of the popular sci-fi RPG from HoYoverse was introduced a week ago, eager players are already looking forward to the next update.

HoYoverse has officially confirmed that Imbibitor Lunae, Fu Xuan, and Lynx are joining the roster of characters in the game. However, players are now getting more details about the other four-star characters showcased in Version 1.3.

Although released only three months ago, Honkai: Star Rail already boasts an extensive roster of characters that players can collect and incorporate into their teams.

With the addition of Kafka, Blade, and Luka in Version 1.2, the total character count within Star Rail is nearing 30, and Version 1.3 is expected to surpass this milestone.

HoYoverse has consistently introduced new members to the roster in each update, with two new five-star characters and one new four-star unit in each release. The anticipation builds as the Version 1.3 banners are teased before the update’s launch.

According to a leak from a reliable HoYoverse insider known as Vississ, all the characters slated to appear on Version 1.3’s gacha banners have been revealed.

1.3 Banner via Vississ
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Contrary to previous rumours, the leak suggests that Imbibitor Lunae will be featured on the initial banner of Version 1.3. Joining Lunae on this banner will be four-star characters Yukong, Asta, and the starter character March 7th.

As for Fu Xuan’s banner, it will introduce a new four-star character named Lynx while also including Hook and Pela as rate-boosted characters. Version 1.3 is expected to make its debut on August 30th.

Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.3 Characters

Honkai: Star Rail’s future holds much more than just characters as various leaks have hinted at upcoming additions to the game. The popular Simulated Universe game mode is expected to receive more updates following the acquisition of World 7 in Version 1.2.

Recent early reveals have even suggested that the game might introduce its first character skin, possibly slated for release on March 7th. Furthermore, leaks have teased the arrival of highly-anticipated five-star units like Jingliu and Huohuo, adding to the excitement for players.

As the game prepares to introduce numerous new characters, the HoYoverse offers players multiple opportunities to earn Stellar Jades and save up for their favourite units.

One such opportunity comes from the recent collaboration between Amazon Prime and Honkai: Star Rail, where subscribing members can receive 60 Stellar Jades and other in-game resources.

Additionally, Version 1.2 brought forth the latest edition of the game’s “Nameless Glory” battle pass and introduced new events offering Stellar Jade rewards. These developments ensure that players will have plenty of chances to gather resources and save up for the upcoming roster expansions.

Honkai: Star Rail has exciting plans for the future, with new content, character additions, and opportunities for players to enhance their experience and explore a growing cast of characters.

Ahead of the game’s official reveal, the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 logo has surfaced online. Reports suggest Sledgehammer Games is developing the game, aiming for a Q4 2023 release. The leaked logo offers a sneak peek at what the game’s official cover might resemble.

In 2022, the most recent addition to the well-established Call of Duty series is “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.” This instalment follows Task Force 141 as they strive to thwart the terrorist schemes of Quds Force Major Hassan Zyani across the globe in the game’s campaign.

Once the campaign is completed, the narrative extends through Special Ops mode and Call of Duty: Warzone, bringing the Modern Warfare reboot’s storyline up to the present year of 2023.

Rumours circulated earlier this year, suggesting an expansion for Modern Warfare 2 would be released towards the end of 2023, introducing a new campaign and multiplayer content.

However, there is also speculation and hearsay hinting at a different approach, with Activision and Sledgehammer Games possibly opting to unveil “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3” by the end of 2023 instead of continuing with an expansion for Modern Warfare 2.

Algebra_sloth, a Twitter user, seemingly leaked cover art and an official logo related to an upcoming promotion for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 in collaboration with Monster Energy. CharlieIntel later shared this leak on their own Twitter account.

🚨 BREAKING: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Logo Leaked

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— CharlieIntel (@charlieINTEL) July 24, 2023

The promotional material showcases a depiction of Captain Price alongside the striking red Modern Warfare 3 logo on cardboard boxes holding Monster Energy drink cans.

Per the details revealed in the Monster Energy promotion, fans of Call of Duty can unlock exclusive rewards in Modern Warfare 3 upon purchasing a Monster Energy drink and scanning a QR code at the game’s launch.

The character Ghost from Modern Warfare 2 is also featured in the Modern Warfare 3 and Monster Energy promotion. This popular character can be spotted alongside the QR code on eligible Monster Energy drink cans.

However, the details of the Modern Warfare 3 promotion remain uncertain due to the leaked photo’s poor image quality, and Activision has not officially announced the upcoming title.

Despite the absence of an official announcement, the recent leak supports a federal judge’s comments concerning the release of Modern Warfare 3. Monster Energy seems to be gearing up for a significant marketing campaign for its drinks to coincide with the promotion, suggesting that the Modern Warfare 3 reveal is imminent.

Rumours and leaks surrounding Modern Warfare 3 suggest that the developers are addressing various concerns and player requests from Modern Warfare 2. This includes adjustments to the mini-map and the return of the War Mode from Call of Duty: WW2.

In the meantime, fans of the Call of Duty series should stay tuned to Activision’s official channels while awaiting the official announcement and trailer for Modern Warfare 3.

A recent leak from Genshin Impact has unveiled a trio of upcoming characters that are set to join the RPG in the future. These characters were previously rumoured, and with the introduction of the newest playable region, HoYoverse RPG, just a few weeks away, fans have already been treated to teasers of various new roster members.

A recent Fontaine trailer showcased several rumoured characters like Lyney, Lynette, Arlecchino, and others. The leaks now suggest that a group of highly-requested Liyue characters is also on the horizon.

While most recent leaks for Genshin Impact have focused on revealing details about the Fontaine region, there have also been strong rumours about new characters coming to the other areas.

For instance, there are claims that Grand Master Varka of Mondstadt’s Knights of Favonius may finally make his long-awaited debut, especially considering his significant references in the first region’s story.

Moreover, each game’s past area is rumoured to receive new characters, including a mummy girl from Sumeru. Fresh leaks indicate the imminent arrival of three new Adeptus characters from Liyue. 

According to a recent update from the well-known Genshin Impact leaker Tao, shared through Uncle A, exciting news has emerged that Cloud Retainer, Madame Ping, and Guizhong will soon join the playable character roster.

While rumours about these three Adepti becoming playable had circulated, this latest update solidly confirms their forthcoming introduction in the game.

Both Cloud Retainer and Madame Ping play significant roles in the Liyue region’s storyline, and Guizhong has been extensively referenced throughout various events and the game’s main plot. As for the exact release dates of these characters, the update did not provide any specific information.

Including Liyue’s latest characters in Genshin Impact has been a topic of speculation among fans, particularly regarding Cloud Retainer, who is rumoured to become a playable character in the game.

During Genshin Impact’s Version 3.4, players were given a glimpse of Cloud Retainer’s human form through the “Exquisite Night Chimes” event, where she played a significant role in the annual Lantern Rite event.

Another character, Madame Ping, is also rumoured to appear in a younger form, despite fans already familiar with her as the old Adeptus who rewards players with the Serenitea Pot. If Guizhong makes her debut, it will be her first appearance in the game beyond animated cutscenes.

The speculation surrounding upcoming additions to Genshin Impact’s character roster suggests that the game will grow significantly in the upcoming patches. Version 4.0 has already been confirmed to introduce three new playable characters from the Fontaine region: Lyney, Lynette, and Freminet.

Leaks have also hinted at the character lineup for the following few patches, with highly anticipated characters like Furina and Wriothesley expected to appear early in Fontaine. These new Adepti characters are set to join the extensive pool of characters planned for Genshin Impact’s latest region.

Genshin Impact is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, and mobile devices, with a Switch version under development.

A new leak related to Honkai: Star Rail hints at the development of the game’s first character skin. This skin will be designed for one of the free starter characters, which has sparked excitement among players.

The highly-anticipated sci-fi RPG from HoYoverse was released earlier this year and achieved massive success with tens of millions of downloads. The game has been continuously expanding its roster of characters, and the recent Version 1.2 update introduced Kafka, Blade, and Luka to the cast.

Now, it appears that the RPG will soon welcome its very first character skin. Unlike the current state of Honkai: Star Rail, HoYoverse’s other flagship games regularly introduce new looks for beloved characters.

For example, Genshin Impact introduced new skins for two of its oldest characters, Klee and Kaeya, with the launch of Version 3.8. Similarly, Honkai Impact 3rd frequently features different versions of popular characters, with unique animations and fresh gameplay experiences.

Recent leaks indicate that March 7th will also be among the characters to receive one of Honkai: Star Rail’s first skins.

The well-known Honkai: Star Rail leaker, Dimbreath recently disclosed information about an upcoming skin in development set for March 7th. 

[Star Rail]

There’s a March 7th skin being worked on, unknown release date.

— Dim (@dimbreath) July 24, 2023

Though no concept images were provided in the post, Dimbreath confirmed the existence of the skin and stated that its release date remains uncertain. If released on the speculated date, this skin would likely be one of the initial ones for the game. In comparison, the fellow HoYoverse RPG, Genshin Impact, generally introduces new skins approximately every four updates.

On March 7th, Honkai: Star Rail introduced its first character skin, following a trend already established by Genshin Impact. Like Genshin Impact’s approach, HoYoverse typically releases new skins in pairs for Genshin Impact, featuring both a five- and four-star character among the sets.

The four-star character in the skin sets is usually one that players can obtain either as a starter character or through a free event reward. In the context of Honkai: Star Rail, March 7th is the first permanent party addition that players receive, besides the Trailblazer, after starting a new account.

This release of the first skin on March 7th coincides with the upcoming introduction of numerous new characters in future patches for Honkai: Star Rail. Recently, HoYoverse announced Version 1.3’s new characters a few days before Version 1.2’s launch, revealing five-star feelings like Imbibitor Lunae and Fu Xuan, along with the four-star character Lynx.

Leaks have also provided hints about upcoming five-star characters such as Topaz, Jingliu, and Huohuo. Honkai: Star Rail’s addition of skins for its characters and the introduction of new characters shows that the RPG has exciting developments for its dedicated fanbase.

Honkai: Star Rail is currently accessible on PC and mobile devices, and fans can look forward to the release of its PS5 version in Q4 2023.

Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter and one of the world’s richest men, has announced that he is changing the logo of the social media platform from the iconic blue bird to a minimalist art deco ‘X’. The move is part of his plan to rebrand Twitter as X, an ‘everything app’ offering various functions such as messaging, video, audio, payments, and banking.

Musk made the announcement on Monday, July 24, 2023, by tweeting a post of the new logo and writing: “And soon we shall bid adieu to the Twitter brand and, gradually, all the birds.” He also said that the logo will probably change and be refined later.

He asked his 149 million followers for their feedback and suggestions on the design. The new logo was also confirmed by Twitter’s CEO Linda Yaccarino, who tweeted: “X is here! Let’s do this.”

X is here! Let’s do this. pic.twitter.com/1VqEPlLchj

— Linda Yaccarino (@lindayacc) July 24, 2023

She also shared details of how X will work, saying that it will be powered by artificial intelligence and “centered in audio, video, messaging, payments/banking”.

The logo change was met with mixed reactions from netizens, who expressed their opinions on the platform. Some praised Musk for his innovation and vision, while others criticized him for ruining Twitter’s identity and legacy. Some also joked about the meaning of X, saying that it stands for eXit or eXtreme.

Musk acquired Twitter for $44 billion in October 2022 and has since made several controversial changes to the platform, such as laying off thousands of employees, warning of bankruptcy, altering policies, and facing backlash from advertisers and civil rights groups.

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He has also faced frequent service disruptions and technical glitches on the site. Musk has said that his goal is to transform Twitter into X, which will rival WeChat, the Chinese app that allows users to do multiple tasks from one platform.

He has described X as “the everything app” and said he wants to create a platform that people can live on. He has also registered the domain X.com, which now redirects to Twitter.com.

Twitter was founded in 2006 and has used its blue bird logo since 2012. The logo is widely recognized worldwide and has become a symbol of online communication and social activism. The platform has 238 million active users as of July 2023.

Following the release of Version 3.8, Genshin Impact encountered a significant bug that impacted PlayStation console players. The game regularly receives updates introducing fresh characters and story content, typically monthly.

However, developer HoYoverse may occasionally alter its usual update schedule to address such issues. Version 3.8 of Genshin Impact featured the new Veluriyam Mirage area and the Secret Summer Paradise event, introduced on July 5.

Within Veluriyam Mirage, players can uncover treasures, engage in mini-games, and complete limited-time quests before Version 4.0 is released. The update also allows players to summon beloved characters like Klee and Eula before the new Fontaine characters, who will take the spotlight in Version 4.0 later this summer.

Regrettably, the recent update for Genshin Impact also brought along a PlayStation-specific bug, which persisted for the past week.

The official Twitter account of Genshin Impact has recently announced the release of a new update, specifically designed to fix a significant visual bug causing issues on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions of the game.

PlayStation® Online Update Notice

Dear Travelers,
A version update for PS4™ and PS5™ was released at 2023/07/14 15:00 (UTC+8). This was to fix an issue where the screen would go black after “WARNING: READ BEFORE PLAYING” appeared, preventing users from launching the game on… pic.twitter.com/HipH9HwdId

— Genshin Impact (@GenshinImpact) July 14, 2023

Before this update, certain players encountered a black screen problem on HDR-enabled PlayStation consoles right after the warning text appeared, preventing them from playing Genshin Impact following the installation of the Version 3.8 update.

Thankfully, HoYoverse swiftly responded to the situation by rolling out the 3.8.1 update, effectively resolving the bug.

The 3.8.1 update of Genshin Impact is specifically tailored for the PS4 and PS5 versions to address the HDR bug, as it only affects those platforms. Despite the update’s installation, some users have reported lingering issues within the game.

For instance, switching accounts can still lead to game crashes, and players in co-op mode cannot obtain Mora rewards from the “Capturing Light and Shadow” and “Returning Curios” world quests.

The resolution for these Mora rewards is planned for a future update, as the Veluriyam Mirage area will no longer be available in Version 4.0. While the update has successfully tackled the pressing HDR problem on supported consoles and displays, further bug fixes are expected in future Genshin Impact updates.

Players who encounter any issues are encouraged to continue reporting them on HoYoLab and HoYoverse’s official social media channels for the game. Genshin Impact Version 4.0 is anticipated to be released this August, with HoYoverse likely hosting a Special Program to reveal new content in the coming days.

As usual, patch notes for significant updates will be provided by HoYoverse, giving players more insight into bug fixes and additional features as the development team shares information with the community.

Genshin Impact is available for Android, iOS, PC, PS4, and PS5, with a Nintendo Switch version currently in development.