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  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Day-One Update

    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Day-One Update

    On the same day as the game’s launch, Nintendo recently released a brief update for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Players already immersed in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are strongly advised to update their games to prevent any difficulties.

    Nintendo’s Tears of the Kingdom, which was just launched, has already garnered incredibly positive reviews. Given how eagerly awaited the Breath of the Wild sequel is, players are probably not shocked that reliable gaming publications and the player base have given it favorable reviews.

    Since all eyes are on the new game, Nintendo is presumably keeping a close check on how the game is doing. Fans should anticipate receiving fixes and updates periodically, especially since the game has only recently been released.

    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's Day-One Update
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Day-One Update

    According to Perfectly-Nintendo, the business published patch notes for Tears of the Kingdom’s day-one update on Nintendo’s official Japanese website. According to the translation, the patch is minimal and concentrates on fixing minor gameplay and linguistic difficulties with the action RPG.

    After installing the update, players can name their horses using Chinese and Korean characters. The characters can only be used by players whose games are based in those languages. Nintendo also claimed that the day-one update had resolved many gameplay-related issues, but no specifics were provided.

    However, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s fan base would benefit from updating their game whenever a new patch is released. This guarantees that they won’t encounter any problems in the future and enables Nintendo to spot any issues if and when they appear as new upgrades are implemented.

    Here you can check some recent updates on your favorite games:

    We hope subsequent updates will all be as minor as the day-one patch. Many gamers are likely already entirely engrossed in their gameplay and would probably prefer to continue playing the action-RPG uninterrupted.

    In the upcoming days or months, Nintendo will most likely release additional fixes for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. It is best to follow Nintendo’s official channels for any news and updates that might be released if you’re a die-hard Breath of the Wild fan who prefers to stay current with the well-known franchise.

  • Fortnite Leak Reveals Jungle Biome in Upcoming Map Update

    Fortnite Leak Reveals Jungle Biome in Upcoming Map Update

    A new Fortnite leak has exposed a portion of the game’s upcoming map, which will most likely be included in Chapter 4, Season 3. Dataminers have obtained the leak directly from the game’s files.

    A jungle biome will reportedly be added to the free-to-play battle royale game with the upcoming map update, according to the game’s files from a recent update. The specifics of this are still unknown, which is unfortunate.

    Fortnite Leak Reveals Jungle Biome in Upcoming Map Update
    Fortnite Leak Reveals Jungle Biome in Upcoming Map Update

    The information was leaked by the Fortnite data miners “Leaky” and “Shiina,” who spread the word that the game contains a file with the name “AsteriaCustomBiomes_Jungle.” As the latter observes, this appears to be a strong hint that a jungle biome is on the way, most likely during Chapter 4 of Season 3.

    Suppose there wasn’t enough confirmation enough. Even though the files do not mention it, it seems unlikely that this is for Season 5 or anything else, given how far away it is.

    Shiina shares a tweet:

    It should be treated cautiously since it was obtained through data mining. Although this is in the game’s files, it might be cut. It symbolizes incomplete content. Thus, at the very least, it could change and develop over time to the point where it exceeds current expectations.

    Here you can check some exciting news about Fortnite:

    But as for the sources, both have already shown themselves trustworthy data miners. As of the time of publication, Epic Games has not made any comments about the leak or the rumors it has sparked.

    We will make sure to update the story if this situation changes. We don’t expect this to change because it typically doesn’t comment on leaks.

  • Escape From Tarkov Hacked, But Only the Launcher

    Escape From Tarkov Hacked, But Only the Launcher

    Devs reassure players that their Escape from Tarkov accounts are safe.

    Hackers are a real problem in online gaming. If they ever get to the account database, millions of players can have their games compromised. Fortunately, if you play EFT, your Tarkov items and progress are safe. Here’s an explanation of why and how things could’ve gone worse for Battlestate Games if the hacker had gone deeper.

    The Hack

    A few days ago (depending on your timezone, it coincides with April Fool’s Day), the Escape from Tarkov Launcher had an anomalous alert. It said ‘Hacked by Zelenka Guru Keefga & Zelenka Guru Member 3878653.’

    This group runs a service for game hacks and Tarkov account trading. They likely did it to get more clicks or customers on their site. BSG quickly took down the message and assured players it was the only thing affected. Game data and servers were untouched, they said. However, is that all there is?

    Hacking a Game Explained

    This can be done in two ways.

    One, the hacker plays the game. Data that handles the hacker’s playthrough will be created. They find that file and edit it. The next time they play the game, their saved data will reflect those revised values.

    Two, the hacker translates the game into its code form and edits it. This needs more technical knowledge about coding, as editing it willy-nilly will break the game.

    Now, online games are different. Method one is practically unusable since the player’s saved data is handled on the server, unlike offline games. As for option two, it depends on how much the hacker changed the game’s code. For example, if they changed it enough, the server might not recognize the game and let it connect. At any rate, it works because the server sees that the game is editing data but not the built-in scripts.

    Still, the developers usually have security systems that detect these changes and whether a game behaves differently. Even if the hacker succeeds, they can be found and banned eventually.

    The ‘cheats’ you find in EFT are client-side programs that fool the server into thinking it’s a legal script. While some data processing happens on the server, most occur on the client’s side. This is easy pickings for the hacker to edit and ‘cheat’ in the game.

    So What Happened Here?

    The hacker/s used option two and edited the launcher’s script to add the alert. The server accepted this change and applied it to appear in everybody’s launcher. If that’s all they did, then there is nothing to worry about. This kind of thing doesn’t touch the data server.

    Going back to the abovementioned methods, you’d have to hack into that server to do the first method since they’re trying to hack a server that requires a different plan of attack. Also, developers are well aware of the dangers of leaving that kind of data unsecured so that any hacker will meet obstructions and roadblocks.

    Depending on the tightness of the security and the hacker’s skill, this can take a long time. Besides that, this data would be encrypted, an added layer to the hacker’s efforts to get to the info. However, they’re home-free once they’ve gotten this encrypted information. Decryption is more uncomplicated than getting into the server to retrieve it.

    That Means Everything’s Okay, Right?

    Yes and no. Yes, in the sense that the hackers didn’t touch anything else but the breaking news in the launcher. The problem is that they somehow slipped by security measures to do this. Some dissidents contest that point despite assurances by the developers and a known content creator. The latter has scanned the affected files and found no piggybacking malware or other unsavory programs.

    What else can slip by if someone can do this and succeed? How tight is their security? This stunt might invite other hackers to try getting into the system. Still, as a silver lining, this could expose the vulnerabilities for the devs to patch up.

    It is safe enough to continue playing. However, some Tarkov account holders stopped for a few days to see how things played out. Security is no joke when the developers’ integrity and players’ progress are on the line.

    It’s up to you whether you want to continue playing or wait out the fallout from this event.

    While Waiting, Here Are Some Other Games You Can Play

    There are a ton of other shooters you can play if you’re avoiding Escape from Tarkov for now. You can go the battle royale way and play PUBG, Apex Legends, or Fortnite. The Metro series, the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise, and The Cycle: Frontier for survival nuts exist. Those who want cooperation can play Valorant and Payday 2.

    To broaden your horizons, you can also play any popular MMO, such as World of Warcraft or Final Fantasy XIV. There are more games than shooters, though these have quite a different demographic and gaming perspectives from EFT.

  • Lost Ark X The Witcher Crossover Overview

    Lost Ark X The Witcher Crossover Overview

    The White Wolf is setting sail for Arkesia.

    It won’t be long before the Lost Ark X The Witcher crossover is released, and we’ll help you get through it. In this limited-time event, you’ll work with Dandelion, Yennefer, Ciri, Triss, and Geralt to unravel the mysteries of the interdimensional vortex disrupting the festivities in White Wolf Haven Island. Besides being with the crew, you can gain access to myriad new events and Witcher-themed Lost Ark items.

    So if you’re wondering how to start Lost Ark’s Witcher event, we’re here to help. The whole shindig will be available to all players from January 18 to February 2022. Buckle up because there’s going to be all sorts of fun to be had during this crossover.

    Starting the Event

    To get the ball rolling, head to any major city in Lost Ark. Once there, locate the Guild Investigator and talk to them. Note that you must have completed the Set Sail main story quest before you can proceed any further. That’s because finishing Set Sail allows you to sail around Arkesia and make it possible for you to use the Ocean Liner to go to White Wolf Haven Island. After you’ve talked with the NPC, you can take on a series of stories and daily quests to earn Lost Ark gear and rewards.

    We recommend having an Item Level of at least 1300 before starting the Lost Ark X The Witcher event. If you haven’t completed Lost Ark’s main story and reached the endgame (level 50), you’ll want to start grinding through it now.

    The Context of Why Geralt is In Lost Ark

    The crossover introduces a new island called White Wolf’s Haven, and during a festival, a mysterious vortex appears, causing Geralt and his crew to end up in Arkesia. If you’re a fan of the Witcher games/series/books, you’ll know it’s no stranger to multiversal plots.

    In the series, different universes are connected through the Spiral, and Geralt uses it to visit various universes before. This plot device is exactly why Geralt and his allies found themselves in Arkesia.

    Rewards Await You

    You can expect rewards after completing the dailies and main story quests. As expected, a variety of Witcher-themed items will be available as rewards.

    Here’s what you get after participating in the crossover:

    • 2 Jukebox songs
    • Witcher Potions
    • A new Card Set featuring five Witcher characters
    • Emoticons
    • Selfie Stickers
    • Stronghold structure
    • Title

    If you’re feeling extra cheeky, you can treat yourself by getting the new Ciri and Geralt skins from Lost Ark’s official in-game store.

    A Whole Host of Improvements

    The Witcher crossover event coincides with a new update introducing many quality-of-life improvements. One of which includes updates to Lost Ark’s Guild System. You can now deposit money in your Guild and receive a weekly income based on how high or low your contribution is.

    There are three new guild research options as well, these are:

    • Additional Trade Skill XP Gain
    • Guild Repair Cost Discount
    • Ability Stone Faceting Cost Discount

    The research effects only apply to players in the guild, and they’re ineffective if you leave—even after it has been activated.

    Besides that, we’ve got three new guild skills to tinker around with:

    • Battlefield Debilitation: Foes within 24m of the caster take more damage.
    • Battlefield Recon: Allies on the battlefield can detect stealthy foes within the 24m range.
    • Battlefield Flare: Marks all foes on the battlefield.

    Other additions to Lost Ark’s Guild System include Raid Matches and Mercenary System improvements.

    Here are the details about these changes:

    • Seven new Siege achievements are added, with earnable toys given as rewards.
    • 3 Rank A Guild Raid Match enemies are added (Kohinorr, Proxima, and Magmadon).
    • The Mercenary Rating is automatically set to the average of the characters in a Roster.
    • Item Level Limit Function is added for hiring mercenaries; only those who meet the level requirement can apply.
    • Mercenary System’s UI/UX improved.

    Finally, two new PvP Island Sieges are now available to players. You have Lush Reed Island, a Rank A PvP base where you take the opposing team’s treasure chest to transform into a Tooki. Then there’s Golden Wave Island, a Rank B PvP base that transforms players into a loot hunter to kill opponents or monsters to earn points.

    An Exciting Time for Lost Ark

    2023 is looking to be a helluva ride for Lost Ark. Besides The Witcher crossover, we’ll get a new advanced class, the Artist. There’s also the Hanumatan Guardian Raid and Brelshaza Hard Mode, both offering new ways to farm Lost Ark gold. And that’s all coming within early 2023! As for what’s beyond April, only time will tell.

  • Amazon Games Rolls Out Fresh Start Servers for New World

    Amazon Games Rolls Out Fresh Start Servers for New World

    Sometimes, starting with a clean slate can be a good choice.

    New World launched its first Fresh Start Worlds in November, just a few weeks after the 1.7 Brimstone Sands update. A staggered release spanned several days based on Amazon’s rollout plan. All four waves have been released; the final fourth wave arrived on November 4.

    New World has been on a roll recently. Player numbers saw a significant boost—from a peak of more than 48,000 players logging in daily to farm New World gold to more than 130,000 active users. This number is still rising today, and with the introduction of the Fresh Start Worlds, Amazon Games hopes to keep this pace.

    What Are Fresh Start Worlds?

    As the name suggests, Fresh Start Worlds are a way to start “fresh.” You can experience (or re-experience) New World during its launch days. You might think that you’ll come across some issues considering that New World’s initial release didn’t exactly bode well, but you’ll be happy to know that Amazon Games will insert all the improvements that the MMO has undergone for this.

    Fresh Start Worlds means that companies will control no territories initially; everyone starts from the ground. That means all the currency, like New World coins and such, created in that world can’t be influenced by transfers. The economy will start from the bottom as well—with everyone being low-level, there’s no doubt that we’ll see some new and exciting ways to make money early game.

    Overall, Fresh Start Worlds is meant to be like a relaunch—you can even consider it the “second coming” of New World. The whole world of Aeternum is a blank slate, and everyone will have equal chances to take over the many territories again. Amazon Games is trying to replicate the game’s launch day again, minus the previous queue issues and mishaps.

    Will I Miss Out On Content If I Play On Fresh Start Worlds?

    No, you absolutely won’t! For the people that think that they might be missing out on future content should they decide to join a Fresh Start Worlds server, Amazon Games has made it a point that any new content released for the MMO will also be available in Fresh Start Worlds. Yep—you won’t lose out on anything by taking that leap of faith.

    Fresh Start Worlds Available Per Region

    There are 13 New World Fresh Start Worlds servers, varying per region. It’s worth noting that Amazon has stated that there are no additional regions planned for the future due to receiving access to Fresh Start Worlds, so if you don’t find your server here, you’re sadly out of luck. Here’s the list of every world available per region:

    US (East) US (West) South America Central Europe Australia
    • Devourer
    • Medea
    • Amarah
    • Myrddin
    • Yonas
    • Ennead
    • Gaea
    • Artorius
    • Artemis
    • Gawain
    • Apophis
    • Cleopatra
    • Sutekh

    Return to Aeternum Event

    Remember the Battle for New World event during the game’s launch? We’re also getting a similar event for the Fresh Start Servers! But instead of having streamers occupying the openly available servers, they’ll have their own invite-only servers for this ongoing event.

    Known as the Return to Aeternum event, Amazon Games commented that it’s designed to help the general world population of New World, as people will no longer flood the servers to play with their favorite streamers.

    They would either have to join a different server or receive a private invitation to be eligible to participate. In the event, teams must race to unlock four tiers worth of Twitch Drops by completing at least six of the eight objectives per tier.

    Here are the drops you’ll receive should you join in on the fun:

    Lone Gladiator Apparel Set

    • Lone Gladiator Apparel Skin
    • 4 Weapons of Mars (Greatsword, Life Staff, Tower Shield, and Great Axe)

    Studded Warrior Apparel Set

    • Studded Warrior Apparel Skin
    • 4 Weapons of Mars (Sword, Blunderbuss, Void Gauntlet, and Spear)

    Desert Traveler’s Set

    • 1 Desert Traveler’s Chest
    • 4 Weapons of Mars (Ice Gauntlet, Musket, Round Shield, and Rapier)

    Baalphazu’s Hideaway Camp Set

    • Baalphazu’s Hideaway Camp Skin
    • 5 Weapons of Mars (Bow, Fire Staff, Warhammer, Kit Shield, and Hatchet)

    The Return to Aeternum event also created four new Fresh Start World servers, all of which will become available on November 18—after the event’s conclusion.

    What About Server Transfers and Server Merges?

    There are no plans to allow server transfers for existing characters on other servers, including transferring characters between Fresh Start Worlds. That said, server merges are also unavailable, regardless of the server’s population.

    The official FAQ post from Amazon Games said that transfers from a New World Fresh Start World to a legacy world might be available in the future, but that’s an entirely different ballpark altogether. However, you get a third character slot if you’d like to get stuck in Fresh Start Worlds but don’t want to be forced to delete your legacy character.

    New World is Returning to Top Form

    If you’re one of New World’s lapsed players, then you remember that massive success the game had at launch when it high a high of nearly a million players on Steam. But we all know how that high collapsed over time, with New World generating only 15-25k active users afterward.

    Fresh Start Worlds hopes to reinvigorate those old New World accounts sitting in the dust. It’s too early to tell if it’s a success, but if Amazon Games keeps up this pace, we might hit a new record for the most concurrent players on Steam.

  • What Rewards Players Can Get From WoWS’s Recruit A Friend Program

    What Rewards Players Can Get From WoWS’s Recruit A Friend Program

    It’s time to spam some links to friends who haven’t gone online in World of Warcraft for years.

    Blizzard has long neglected the Recruit A Friend system, but no more—they’ve finally overhauled it in Dragonflight’s Patch 10.0.7. You can expect a fresh set of new rewards and items with the revamped system. Hopefully, more players that regularly farm WoW gold can make memories with their friends by sharing magical adventures across and beyond Azeroth.

    According to Blizzard, the latest version of the Recruit A Friend is a way to reward veteran, returning, and new players with benefits to encourage them to play together. Expect the RAF program to retain some of its fan-favorite features while introducing a bounty of new stuff. Now, let’s look at all the rewards and how you can get them.

    The RAF Program Has Been Here For A While Now

    The Recruit A Friend program has been in World of Warcraft for decades. Blizzard first implemented it in The Burning Crusade expansion, and it’s been redesigned several times. The best way to think about it is that it’s like a Retail WoW system, meaning the benefits and rewards you’ll get won’t be available in the Classic version of the MMO.

    That said, it’s still possible for you to recruit a new or returning player that wants to farm WoW gold again and receive the rewards on vanilla WoW since both games share game time and a subscription. If you have a friend that still plays the game regularly on the previous RAF track, you’ll continue to earn the rewards from that track if your friend has an active subscription. But if your friend’s subscription has lapsed for at least a month and they decide to renew it, you’ll collect rewards on a new track.

    The Types of Players You Can Recruit

    You can recruit friends with the RAF program using the in-game system. Most of the time, the veteran players recruit a new or returning player to come back and play World of Warcraft. Link your account with up to 10 friends to earn rewards such as additional game time, mounts, gear, and more.

    Here are the type of players you can expect to see during recruitment:

    • Veteran players: Veterans usually refer other players. Their account will often be already playing the game. They ultimately seek the benefits and rewards that come from referring.
    • New and Returning players: These players receive the referral. They must have a World of Warcraft account over seven years old and not an active subscription or game time for the past 24 months. While they benefit from the RAF program, they don’t get the rewards.

    Blizzard states that you can recruit a maximum of four players every 30 days. When a referral adds game time to their account, you’ll earn progress towards a reward. Of course, the more friends you invite, the faster you’ll receive those goodies. One friend clocking in multiple months of game time is equivalent to having multiple friends having only one month each.

    Rewards Available for Dragonflight’s RAF Program

    You’ll get rewards each time a friend buys game time for World of Warcraft—whether vanilla or Classic. So, for example, if you have three friends that each buy a month of game time, you can get 30 days of free game time as a reward.

    Let’s look at the free stuff you can get from referrals:

    Months Needed Reward Description
    1 Month Volatile Self-Driving Toolbox A companion that looks like a mechanized goblin with legs. Once you’ve unlocked this, it’ll be automatically added to the Pet Journal.
    2 Months Shredderizing Glove A cosmetic weapon for your fists. Not recommended for those that have physical touch as their love language.
    3 Months 30 Days Game Time You get a month’s worth of free game time. ‘Nuff said.
    4 Months Sappy Buddy A robotic cosmetic buddy you can take with you on your adventures.
    5 Months S.C.A.N.N.E.R. Mk3 Stands for Scanning Contraption Armed with Nightsight, Neuro-reading, and Encasing Reticle. It’s a pair of fancy glasses for your character.
    6 Months Rocket Shredder 9001 A mech mount you can summon at will. It changes depending on your location and Riding skill.

    Once you’ve received your six-month reward, you’ll be rewarded 30 days of free game time every three months your referred friends are subscribed.

    The Process of Recruiting

    You can recruit a friend by using the RAF Panel that was recently parched into the game. This lets you generate a link you can copy and send to your pals. Your friends will connect in-game as your recruit if they click the link. Thankfully, only a little effort is needed to get free WoW mounts for your account. You can get free stuff by simply passing around links in hopes of gaining a recruit!

  • Pokemon Home Update Offers Incentives for Scarlet and Violet Users

    Pokemon Home Update Offers Incentives for Scarlet and Violet Users

    There will be some incentives for consumers in the eagerly anticipated Pokemon Home update that offers connectivity for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. According to Centro Leaks’ report earlier, Pokemon Home could soon receive an update that provides connectivity to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

    Centro Leaks share a tweet:

    For login into the app, after the update is launched, users will be able to receive Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, according to Centro (which likely obtained this information from a press release being translated into Spanish).

    Additionally, Centro has verified that several Gen 8 Pokemon games, namely Pokemon Sword and Shield, would accept transfers of some Pokemon from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

    Pokemon first caught in the Paldea area can be transferred into previous games, assuming that the Pokemon also appeared in Pokemon Sword and Shield, even though players cannot transfer Pokemon that first debuted in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet into Pokemon Sword and Shield.

    Therefore, a Pikachu captured in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet could be moved into Pokemon Sword and Shield using the Pokemon Home app.

    While it was long believed that Pokemon Home would enable greater cross-compatibility, it should be noted that the Pokemon Bank app, which served as the predecessor to Pokemon Home, only permitted a one-way transfer between Pokemon games of an older generation (like Pokemon X and Y) and Pokemon games of a newer generation.

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    The enhanced GTS trading system in Pokemon Home will also enable players to trade for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Pokemon. It will add new Pokemon to the National Pokedex, now only accessible in Pokemon Home.

  • Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Release Date Update: What We Know About EA’s Plans

    Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Release Date Update: What We Know About EA’s Plans

    Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, popularly known as Dragon Age 4, won’t be available anytime soon. The new BioWare game has been in alpha since September, which led some people to believe a 2023 or even 2024 release was possible; neither of those things will happen. How do we understand this?

    The games that will be released between April 2023 and March 2024 are the ones that EA declared today as their lineup for the fiscal year 2024. Naturally, titles that have not yet been announced are not included, so the lineup may not be thorough.

    Tom Henderson shares a tweet:

    Nevertheless, because Dragon Age: Dreadwolf is not on the list, its earliest possible release date is April 2024. Some have theorized that EA chose not to include the game because it hasn’t initially disclosed any release dates and doesn’t want to ruin the surprise.

    That being said, that is not how it functions. Since this information is intended for investors, EA must state whether or not it expects Dragon Age: Dreadwolf to launch during this fiscal year. Many are surprised by this, even though EA never provided a release date for the game.

    Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Release Date Update
    Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Release Date Update

    Rumors stated that it might arrive in the first quarter of 2023, and has been in alpha testing since September. However, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that EA and BioWare are taking their time on this game to get it right, which is essential in light of the back-to-back duds Anthem and Mass Effect: Andromeda.

    Must check some most awaited games’ release dates here:

    It’s also important to note that, even though it makes sense to schedule this game’s release for fiscal 2025—expressly, between April 2024 and March 2025—EA doesn’t state this openly. Although there is reason to believe this, it hasn’t been verified.

    Neither BioWare nor any team members have responded to this development as of publication. If anything changes, we’ll be sure to update the story.

  • Skate 4 Release Date Update: Fans Must Wait a While Longer

    Skate 4 Release Date Update: Fans Must Wait a While Longer

    We might have to wait a bit to enjoy EA’s upcoming Skate game. Thanks partly to Tony Hawk, skateboarding video games used to be one of the most popular and finest game genres available.

    Some of the top video games at the time were Tony Hawk titles like Pro Skater, Underground, and several others for the PS1 and PS2, but things changed a little throughout the Xbox 360 era.

    When Activision started dropping the ball on the Tony Hawk series, EA pounced with its skating property, Skate.

    Skate 4 Release Date Update
    Skate 4 Release Date Update

    Although the controls were a little more complex and less arcade-like, the game still featured great humor and outrageous content, including the adored Hall of Meat mode, which required players to hurt themselves to score points purposefully.

    It has been over ten years since Skate 3, and EA thought it was time to create a new one after receiving enough fan complaints. Skate is not yet slated to launch, according to a recent earnings report from EA (via ResetEra), which estimates its upcoming year of releases.

    ComicBook Now shares a tweet:

    The slate featured many games, although a few noteworthy ones were absent. Skate was one of the ones that attracted attention. Skate’s delayed release until at least mid-2024, if not much later, according to the slate, which is frustrating for fans who have been waiting years for this new game.

    EA has not yet commented on the release date of the upcoming Skate game. EA has done a fantastic job of keeping fans informed about Skate’s development, from letting them play early game builds to regularly releasing gameplay videos that allow them to see what innovations are being incorporated into the game.

    Check out the release dates for some of the most anticipated games here:

    When EA promotes the game more conventionally, it will only become apparent with time, but hopefully, it won’t take too long.

  • Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Announced Ahead of Release

    Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Announced Ahead of Release

    Capcom revealed that it would soon offer an open beta for users to download and try out the game before release as Street Fighter 6’s release date approaches. Street Fighter 6’s second closed beta test, which incorporated many features well-received by gamers compared to its predecessors, ended months before the announcement.

    Players are anticipating Street Fighter 6, the newest installment in Capcom’s venerable fighting game series, hoping it will improve upon its critically panned predecessor, Street Fighter 5.

    Before the game’s launch, Capcom made Street Fighter 6’s single-player demo free for PS4 and PS5 users. Street Fighter 6 has much riding on it to succeed where Street Fighter 5 failed, with different control schemes, enhanced graphics and aesthetics, and many customizability choices. More players will soon be able to try it out.

    Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Announced
    Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Announced

    Street Fighter 6’s open beta will start on May 19 at 7:00 UTC and run through May 22 at 7:00 UTC. Thus, the open beta will only be accessible for a short period—72 hours. Interested players may download the open beta in advance on Tuesday, May 16, at 7:00 UTC.

    Street Fighter officially announces on Twitter:

    Unlike the game’s first two closed beta tests, the Street Fighter 6 open beta will feature cross-play for PS5, Xbox, and Steam gamers to compete against one another. PS4 users will have to wait until the game’s official release because the open beta will not be available.

    The character creation, battle hub, and the identical eight fighters from the second closed test will all be included in the open beta. These fighters include newcomer Luke, prominently displayed on the game’s cover, and Ryu, a longtime fan favorite.

    Street Fighter 6 Open Beta Trailer:

    Additionally, 25 GB of storage space will be needed for the Street Fighter 6 open beta. Comparatively, 42 GB was required for the second closed beta test.

    Players will need to make sure they can play on the platform they desire and link their Capcom ID to that system because the complete release of Street Fighter 6 will be 60 GB once pre-downloads are accessible later this month.

    Here are some of the most recent news and details on Street Fighter 6:

    On its website, Capcom warned gamers that the open beta might have maintenance breaks and urged them to follow any developments on social media. But with Street Fighter 6’s impending release, open beta, and single-player demo, the enthusiasm for the title is genuine.

  • GTA 6 Leaked Footage Shows Revolutionary Police AI System

    GTA 6 Leaked Footage Shows Revolutionary Police AI System

    While Rockstar Games’ infamous GTA 6 leak videos from September 18, 2022, provided players a sneak peek of the next game, a new purportedly leaked video depicting police AI in action has appeared online.

    The video was posted on Twitter by GTA 6 SPAM (@Goldenaltzay), which instantly went viral and had over 23,000 views. In the video, a police officer can be seen firing a gun at Lucia to show off their fighting prowess.

    Even though the game company has not officially confirmed or denied the claim, community members are confident it is true because the clip resembles earlier leaked recordings.

    GTA 6 Leaked Video Reveals Revolutionary Police AI System

    GTA 6 Leaked Footage Shows Revolutionary Police AI System
    GTA 6 Leaked Footage Shows Revolutionary Police AI System

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    On May 8, 2023, the Twitter user allegedly shared a GTA 6 video showing how police officers will respond to enemies using weapons. The 51-second movie depicts a police officer firing a Service Carbine at Lucia from various angles while sporting a uniform inspired by Vice City.

    The policeman moves back and forth horizontally while attempting to harm the female protagonist. Despite starting out standing, the cop gradually crouched, kneeled, and crouched until standing again. It should be noticed that the officers’ AI adjusted their position to the enemy’s distance.

    The cop tries to hide as they get closer to Lucia, as seen in the leaked GTA 6 video and then resumes his normal stance once they are out of her reach. Since police officers in Grand Theft Auto 5 typically try to flee the situation whether or not you attack them, many assert this is a novel method.

    https://youtu.be/bYREPNhwSCI

    On the other hand, in the upcoming, unnamed Grand Theft Auto game, police officers might be more hostile and attack players until they pass out or are caught. In the previously released footage, it was also seen how the upgraded wanted level system in the upcoming game uses a countdown period for the arrival of cops rather than spawning them randomly in any area.

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    Some users have also noted that the new cop AI is comparable to that in Grand Theft Auto 4 and that Rockstar Games might include a more developed and improved version in the gameplay of Grand Theft Auto 6.

  • Mortal Kombat 12 DLC Roster Teased Peacemaker as a Guest Character

    Mortal Kombat 12 DLC Roster Teased Peacemaker as a Guest Character

    A Mortal Kombat 12 guest character may have just been hinted at, and if so, it would be the first time the game’s roster, or in this case, the DLC roster has been revealed. Guest characters aren’t part of the base roster of the game.

    Suppose you’re wondering how DLC characters might be teased and leaked before the game has even been announced or launched. In that case, it’s because NetherRealm Studios has probably already planned out the game’s DLC roster and even started developing some of these characters.

    The rumored tease does not come from NetherRealm Studios, its publishing partner/owner WB Games, or anybody connected to either. Instead, it comes from Jez Corden, a business insider.

    The name will also seem familiar to Mortal Kombat fans because Corden mentioned last month that he had heard the game would be shown at the upcoming PlayStation Showcase, which is expected to occur this month.

    The lack of mention of Mortal Kombat 12 is why the tease has been classified as a “potential tease.” Greg Miller of Kinda Funny, who tweeted about Peacemaker, starts the teasing. Corden responds, “would be cool if he was playable in an upcoming fighting game.”

    It has been noted that while this is a clear Mortal Kombat 12 tease, it is still an evident tease.  Despite this, Mortal Kombat 12 appears to be the game in question considering all the current rumors surrounding it, its constrained number of potential outcomes, and the story above from Corden.

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    If you’re unfamiliar with Peacemaker, he’s a DC character who debuted in Fightin’ 5 #40, published in November 1966. The appearance of Peacemaker in the Suicide Squad movie in 2021 has made him more prominent than ever before, despite not being the most well-known DC figure in the pantheon.

    John Cena, who also played him in the upcoming HBO Max TV series, makes an appearance as him. Cena will almost probably provide his face and voice to the character if he also appears in Mortal Kombat 12.

  • Is the Lord of the Rings: Gollum Coming to Game Pass?

    Is the Lord of the Rings: Gollum Coming to Game Pass?

    A new installment in the well-known series, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, occurs between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Players take on the role of Gollum, who is on a quest to reclaim his Precious but faces numerous obstacles along the road, including his multiple identities.

    The game is scheduled for release in late May, but before some users can consider purchasing it, they want to know if Xbox Game Pass will offer it.

    Is the Lord of the Rings: Gollum Coming to Game Pass
    Is the Lord of the Rings: Gollum Coming to Game Pass

    Game Pass subscribers frequently wonder whether they can enjoy a new title immediately or have to wait. Of course, there’s also the chance that a game will never be on the service. So where does Gollum fit into Game Pass for The Lord of the Rings?

    Is the Lord of the Rings: Gollum Coming to Game Pass?

    The Lord of the Rings: Gollum and Game Pass have not been officially confirmed by the game’s creators or anyone at Xbox. This means we are unsure of the game’s availability on the service or whether Game Pass subscribers must pay for it out of pocket.

    We should receive some formal news in the weeks preceding the game’s launch on May 25, 2023. This is bad news for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum because, typically, games are revealed on Game Pass well before their scheduled release date.

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    The only option for Xbox players who want to play the game is to buy it through their system usually. Fortunately, Gollum from The Lord of the Rings will be available on the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

    In addition, the game will be released for the PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, and Windows-based PCs. The regular edition of the game will cost $49, and the Deluxe Edition will cost $50 for Game Pass subscribers who must purchase it alone.

    Any new information regarding The Lord of the Rings: Gollum’s availability on Game Pass will be added to this article.

  • Play Plinko Games and Win Real Cash Prizes Online

    Play Plinko Games and Win Real Cash Prizes Online

    Of all the games that can be played at online casinos, Plinko is one of the best for beginners in gambling. The rules are simple, the game is fun, and there are features that can help you breeze through a session so you can keep winning real money without effort. What makes Plinko so popular among gamblers today? Here’s what you need to know about it:

    What is Plinko

    Plinko is an online casino game inspired by a pricing game of the same name introduced in the popular American television show ‘The Price is Right.’ It makes many changes from the original to better fit the single-player experience. You can also play it at any time by placing bets rather than waiting for your turn, like the original game show’s process of inviting participants.

    How to play Plinko

    To play Plinko game online with real money, you need an account in an online casino that provides this title. Once you register, you can choose a payment method and link any account you have, like debit, credit card, or e-wallet, where you can send money. Deposit to build your bankroll, then launch a Plinko game from the website’s wide selection.

    Objective of the game

    There are several titles under the Plinko category. They all feature the same rules where you place a bet and then press the ‘play’ button. Doing so will drop the ball from a single point in the screen down to a pyramid formation of pins that will bounce around randomly. It will eventually reach one of the many pockets at the bottom of the pins where prizes are written.

    Whichever pocket catches the ball contains the prize you win for that round. The payout is often written as multipliers because you will win back your bet multiplied by the indicated value. However, some pockets pay less than 1:1, resulting in a loss to make online Plinko a fair game of chance. Pockets further away from the center pay more; those are your targets.

    Game settings

    Most Plinko games allow the player to adjust several features of their game. The most important of which is also available in every other casino game, is the size of your bet. Every ball you drop is paid for by the stake size you decide and indicates how much you will win if it reaches a winning pocket.

    Another element you can change is the number of pins. They are usually grouped by row, increasing the pyramid of pins. This also widens the base’s base and creates more pockets for more chances of winning. However, this also adds more high-paying pockets at the side.

    The third part you can adjust is the volatility. Most Plinko titles feature three options, namely low, medium, and high. Each one indicates the gap between the lowest and highest payout. Low volatility means minimal risk, while the opposite end of the spectrum is high risk and reward. Medium is a balance between the two.

    What Plinko games to try

    Any online casino can have multiple Plinko titles for you to try. They’re easy to find because they all carry the same name for their category. Thus, all you have to do is type ‘Plinko’ on the online casino’s search engine and you’ll be presented with many options like the following:

    • Plinko (Spribe)

    This game divides the volatility options into green, yellow, and red, indicating low, medium, and then high. These also serve as the play button as pressing drops a similar-colored ball. The payout is which same-colored pocket catches the ball at the bottom.

    • Turbo Plinko (Turbo Games)

    True to its name, this game features a faster pace than other Plinko games. You can only play by dropping five to ten discs (instead of balls) at a time. Each is worth the set betting cost, so the total buy-in per play is your bet times the number of discs.

    • Easter Plinko (BGaming)

    This title plays like a normal Plinko game, albeit with an Easter theme. Easter eggs replace the ball and the pins are visualized as grass. Other than that, it still features the ability to increase the number of pines and volatility.

    There are always more kinds of games to find at your favorite online casino. Play the Plinko game online with real money after choosing the variation you like best.

  • Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Update Adds Special Surprise for Fans

    Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Update Adds Special Surprise for Fans

    Konami has just published Update v1.5.1 for Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X. Although Konami has not yet released the update patch notes, we know a few of its features.

    For the game’s more sentimental players, it contains a particular little surprise, for instance. And depending on the decks they roll with, some players might never see it. As you may know, Blue Eyes decks continue to change, keeping Blue-Eyes White Dragon relevant in the metagame.

    Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Update Adds Special Surprise for Fans
    Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Update Adds Special Surprise for Fans

    Even though the current meta makes it challenging for these decks to compete at the top of Master Duel, some of them are still playable, which is more than most early Yu-Gi-Oh cards can say about themselves, given that the meta has left many early Yu-Gi-Oh cards in the dust.

    If you play a deck with Blue-Eyes White Dragon, you’ll be happy to hear that the card now features a new finishing blow animation that displays the dragon’s recognizable beam. With the release of v1.5.1, this was introduced.

    Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel Guide share a tweet:

    The game’s user interface and visual presentation have undergone several other improvements along with the inclusion. For example, the game now includes an animation for a chain reaction and an indicator that shows whether a card’s effects have already been used this turn. A new feature lets players use a team’s ID to invite other groups to a team battle.

    https://twitter.com/octomaidly/status/1655393323698233345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1655393323698233345%7Ctwgr%5E99764f8f635ac6339af8f916eef79e83d8568c2f%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcomicbook.com%2Fgaming%2Fnews%2Fyugioh-master-duel-update-patch-blue-eyes-white-dragon%2F

    Yu-Gi-Oh! On Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, Master Duel is a free-to-play game.

    Here you can check out some latest updates and news about your favorite games:

    An official elevator pitch for the game states, “Finally, the Yu-Gi-Oh! Digital card game you’ve been waiting for.The definitive edition of the competitive card game that has been evolving for over 20 years! Duel at the highest level against Duelists from all over the world. Get ready: it’s time to Duel!”

  • Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Release Date: Get Ready to Join the Battle

    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Release Date: Get Ready to Join the Battle

    Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an upcoming role-playing video game developed and published by CyberConnect2. The game was formally unveiled on July 15, 2022. This article will discuss the release date, gameplay, and plot of Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2.

    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Release Date

    On May 11, 2023, the game will be released. It is accessible on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.

    Here is Official tweet on Fuga: Melodies of Steel release date:

    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Gameplay

    This game is a turn-based RPG with some management features, much to its forerunner. Players command a squad of survivors riding in a massive tank that they will use to engage in combat with their adversaries.

    The player and the adversary attack in turn, as is customary in turn-based RPGs. The enhanced Timeline Battle System determines the battle’s turn order in the game. The user can then instruct the Tank’s several turrets, each of which can launch a different attack depending on which character is in charge of the cannons.

    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Release Date
    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Release Date

    The tank the player controls has a Managarm instead of a Soul Cannon. This new weapon has a similar destructive potential to the Soul Cannon. Of course, the cost of this harm is high. One of the Tank’s crew members must be alive for the Managarm to fire.

    The sacrificed crew member was rendered ineffective until the next intermission phase by the Managarm as opposed to the Soul Cannon, which resulted in their death.

    The redesigned path system in the game allows players to choose their course across the battlefield, and these intermission stages are a component of that system. Introducing an Airship in the game also gives the player extra path options.

    They also added an entirely new Judgement system, which has various effects on the gameplay. The possibilities for players are Empathy or Resolution.

    Resolution favors acts that prioritize the goal, but Empathy values the player taking care of the crew. These values are impacted by the decisions the player takes on and off the battlefield, affecting the tale.

    The gameplay of the previous game has also been improved by various reworked systems, including dungeon diving, granting crew members’ requests, and more.

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    Fuga Melodies of Steel 2 Story

    The events of the first game’s story occur a year later in this one. The youngsters, headed by Malt, defeated the Berman Empire onboard their tank, the Taranis, and are now enjoying the peace for which they toiled mightily.

    That is until the Pharaoh asked the kids to assist him in looking into the Taranis. The Taranis suddenly came alive and went haywire during their inquiry, leaving a path of death and a rampage.

    Malt is forced to board their former adversary, the dread tank Tarascus because some of their group are still within the tank. Malt and his crew must pursue the Taranis to save their friends and end its rampage.