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Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country Review | RPGamer

19-09-2018 23:59 via n4g.com

Alex Fuller: "Torna ~ The Golden Country manages to offer both a similar and distinct experience to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 at the same time. The prequel builds superbly on the main games lore, providing a fantastic experience for fans just looking to see more of the world. Meanwhile, those looking for a more mature story and cast will absolutely get on board with Lora, Jin, Addam, and the rest of the crew. Its almost a shame that the time we get to spend with them is so short in comparison. Mono

Transference Review | NoobFeed

19-09-2018 23:59 via n4g.com

Transference doesn't have intense combat or elaborate bosses. Instead, the adventure is about the experience of being in an unknown world that feels wrong. This uncomfortable tone of fragmented memories, environments, and many jump scares to create a surreal horror experience. For so much Transference does well it length and expensive price tag will bother a lot of gamers.

31% off NieR:Automata: Long Story Short

19-09-2018 23:59 via n4g.com

Amazon has discounted the preorder for NieR:Automata: Long Story Short to $10.39.

Fortnite's Cube Just Melted And Everyone On Twitter Is Freaking Out

19-09-2018 23:51 via gamespot.com

The mysterious purple cube in Fortnite has finally stopped moving. It ended up falling into Loot Lake and melting. No one really knows why or what any of it means.It's anyone's guess as to what's actually happening in Fortnite right now. Weeks ago, a giant purple rift in the sky started shooting out lightning and destroying cacti. The final strike left behind a massive purple cube in the middle of the desert. Covered in strange glowing symbols, the cube reacted differently depending on how playe

Fortnite's Loot Lake Turns Purple As The Cube Just Sank Before Season 6

19-09-2018 23:44 via gamespot.com

The saga of the mysterious cube in Fortnite: Battle Royale continues. After destroying a newer building in Tilted Towers, the cube--as fans predicted--has made its way to Loot Lake. There, it sank or melt into the water, altering the makeup of the entire area but without indicating exactly what's next for the game or Season 6.As shown in the video below, the slow march of the cube saw its next roll send it into the lake. It begins to emanate a sort of purple shroud into the nearby water, and aft

5 Games That Broke Sales Records This Generation

19-09-2018 23:36 via n4g.com

Its easy to say that each new generation is the greatest of all time, but this generation has the accolades to back it up. From titles that proved to be saving graces for their developers and publishers to new IPs that blew the doors off of the industry with its success, these five games from this console generation have broken sales records new and old.

PlayStation Plus October 2018 Games: Nioh and Diablo 3 Leaked

19-09-2018 23:35 via n4g.com

PlayStation Plus October 2018 Games: Nioh and Diablo 3 Leaked, check out the leaked image and details about the games here.

Pokemon Go Adding A New Mythical Pokemon, But It Will Be Hard To Get

19-09-2018 23:21 via gamespot.com

Pokemon Go players will soon have their first chance to add another rare Pokemon to their collection, but this one may be harder to catch than most. The Mythical Deoxys from Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire versions is set to debut in the popular mobile game, but just as Mewtwo before it, it will only be available through EX Raids.Unlike standard Raid Battles, EX Raids are an exclusive type of battle that you can only participate in if you received an invitation. In order to qualify for an invite, you

Warriors Orochi 4 Will Hit 4K/60 FPS On Xbox One X and PS4 Pro

19-09-2018 22:58 via n4g.com

Warriors Orochi 4, the next instalment in Koei-Tecmo's crossover franchise that spawns from Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors, is not far away from its Western launch, and as is the case with most, if not all, major releases these days, it'll be sporting some pretty neat visual enhancements on the Xbox One X and the PS4 Pro.

Review: Element | Galaxy Of Geek

19-09-2018 22:58 via n4g.com

Element is the RTS your switch has been itching for

'Azure Reflections' Review - Electric Bento

19-09-2018 22:57 via n4g.com

"Azure Reflections brings back the fun arcade feel of Japanese shooters to the Switch. Welcome to the next side-scrolling bullet hell for Nintendo." - Jessi at Electric Bento

Destiny 2: Forsaken's Gambit Mode Free Trial This Weekend

19-09-2018 22:54 via gamespot.com

Destiny 2's Forsaken expansion has been out for a few weeks and the Raid is live, but that doesn't mean Bungie is done trying to entice people to play the game. This weekend, between September 21-23, anyone with Destiny 2 (which is free this month for PlayStation Plus members) has a chance to try out Gambit mode for free.In Gambit, two teams of four face off against separate waves of enemies. Fallen enemies drop "motes," which you can collect and deposit into a bank in the center of the map. Onc

Sony PlayStation Classic Mini Release Date And Pre-Order Guide

19-09-2018 22:53 via gamespot.com

Here's some good news for fans of retro gaming: Sony has announced it will release a miniature original PlayStation console that comes pre-loaded with 20 PS1 titles. Similar to Nintendo's throwback NES and SNES consoles, it's significantly smaller than the original (about 45% smaller), but the included replica controllers will be full size. The PlayStation Classic, as it's called, is set to release on December 3, exactly 24 years after the original system launched in Japan. It will cost $100 / $

The Best PS4 Game Discounts In This Week's PlayStation Store Sale

19-09-2018 22:52 via gamespot.com

A new week means a new PlayStation Store sale, so if you've been wanting to save money on digital PS4 games, now's a good time to buy. This week's discounts include a selection of games from the Lego series as well as a number of titles published by Warner Bros. Let's take a look at what's on sale and see if you find anything that's worth buying.Maybe you've finished Spider-Man, or perhaps you're waiting for the price to come down before you play it. In either case, you can pick up games starrin

Get Four Free PC Games Right Now

19-09-2018 22:50 via gamespot.com

Good news, PC gamers. The online retailer GOG is giving away four games for free right now. It's unclear when they'll go back up to regular price, so if you like free stuff and you have a PC capable of rendering the pixels of retro games, you'll want to pick these up as soon as possible.The games in question are all from the 1990s. You can grab Tyrian 2000, Shadow Warrior Classic Complete, Stargunner, and Bio Menace without spending a dime. And as with all GOG games, they come DRM-free.Tyrian 20

Ace of Spades: How To Complete Cayde's Will In Destiny 2: Forsaken

19-09-2018 22:50 via gamespot.com

If you've paid even a little attention to Destiny 2: Forsaken, you probably know that it's the death of your pal Cayde-6 that kicks off the expansion's events. Early in the Forsaken campaign, you'll find Cayde's Will sitting in the Pursuits tab of your inventory. It's this item that guides you through the steps required to find and repair the Exo hunter's exotic hand canon, Ace of Spades.The Ace of Spades is a powerful weapon that can bring down hordes of enemies in PvE and deliver tons of damag

Best Buy: This Week's PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch Deals In The US

19-09-2018 22:49 via gamespot.com

Each Sunday, Best Buy releases a new weekly ad that shows what items are on sale through the following Saturday. This week's deals are now live, which means you can save money on a new set of video games, consoles, and accessories both in-store and online. Let's dig in to see what discounts are available between now and September 22.Anyone who buys an Xbox One can save $20 when adding an extra controller to their purchase. That goes for standard controllers, special editions, and even the Xbox O

Best Nintendo Switch Game Deals This Week On The Eshop

19-09-2018 22:48 via gamespot.com

Nintendo Switch games tend to go on sale on the Eshop on Thursdays. This week's set of deals is now live, meaning you can save cash on a number of excellent Switch games. But because it's not a regular weekly sale like you see on Xbox One or PS4, the games go back to regular price on different dates. So if you see something you want, it's best to grab it sooner than later. Here are some of the best Eshop deals you can find this week.In terms of big-name games, you can save $10 on the Crash Bandi

PUBG Might Be Coming To PS4

19-09-2018 22:45 via gamespot.com

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds may be heading to PlayStation 4. A listing on a foreign ratings board site suggests that the battle royale game may be heading to the Sony platform, which would mean the end of Xbox One console exclusivity.The listing on the South Korean ratings board Game Rating and Administration Committee clearly notes PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds next to "PS4." That would be a big change, given that it was touted as an Xbox One console exclusive. In fact, it just came out of ea

PUBG May Be Coming To PS4

19-09-2018 22:45 via gamespot.com

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds may be heading to PlayStation 4. A listing on a foreign ratings board site suggests that the battle royale game may be heading to the Sony platform, which would mean the end of Xbox One console exclusivity.The listing on the South Korean ratings board Game Rating and Administration Committee clearly notes PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds next to "PS4." That would be a big change, given that it was touted as an Xbox One console exclusive. In fact, it just came out of ea

Here's A Killer Deal For Xbox One Owners, Even If You Don't Like Racing Games

19-09-2018 22:45 via gamespot.com

If you have an Xbox One, you'll want to take a look at this deal. Between now and September 30, you can get a year's subscription to Xbox Game Pass, plus copies of Forza Horizon 3 and Forza Motorsport 7 to keep, for $99. Considering a 12-month Game Pass subscription alone normally costs $120, that's a seriously great deal even if you're not into racing games. You can get the deal here.But for those who are into racing games, you'll also be able to play Forza Horizon 4 for free when it launches o

What's Up With Fortnite's Cube? Season 6 Theories [Update]

19-09-2018 22:43 via gamespot.com

Fortnite's otherworldly cube continues to trudge along on its journey of destruction. But what does it all mean? The fans have passionately followed the exploits of the cube, and while its eventual Season 6 implications are still shrouded in mystery, the community is pretty sure it's nailed down where it's going. [Update: The cube has indeed made its way to Loot Lake, where it sank or melted. The water is now purple and causes you to bounce, just like the cube did.]A thread on the Fortnite subre

Overwatch Plus Mystery PC Games Are Only $12 In September's Humble Monthly

19-09-2018 22:43 via gamespot.com

October's Humble Monthly is available, and it's a doozy. If you subscribe between now and October 5, you'll get immediate access to Overwatch, Blizzard's enormously popular hero shooter that normally retails for $40. A one-month subscription only costs $12, and Overwatch is yours to keep and play forever, even if you unsubscribe. On October 5, a number of other games will be revealed that you'll also get to keep. This is an incredible deal for anyone who plays on PC and hasn't picked up Overwatc

Fortnite's Cube Keeps Rolling, Or Whatever It Is Cubes Do [Update]

19-09-2018 22:42 via gamespot.com

Fortnite's Season 5 is starting to draw to a close, which means another big world event is just around the corner to usher in a new reality for players. Whatever is coming is likely tied to the mysterious cube that's been rolling its way across the map, and it's still going. [Update: It's now made its way to Loot Lake, where it melted or sank, turning the water purple and giving it bounce properties like the cube itself.]The glowing cube first appeared after a massive lightning storm in the dese

Rockstar Will Continue Supporting GTA Online After Red Dead Online Launches

19-09-2018 22:40 via gamespot.com

Like Grand Theft Auto V, Rockstar's next big open-world adventure, Red Dead Redemption 2, will feature a sprawling online component titled Red Dead Online. The mode will launch as a public beta this fall, and judging by the level of support GTA Online has enjoyed, it will likely receive a regular stream of updates for a long time to come. With a second open-world multiplayer game to support now, fans may wonder if GTA Online's updates will slow down, but Rockstar assures this won't be the case.I

Dragon Ball Super: Broly Movie Has A Western Release Date

19-09-2018 22:38 via gamespot.com

Funimation has announced the upcoming Dragon Ball Super: Broly movie will release in U.S. and Canadian theaters on January 16, 2019. The world premier of the film's English dub will take place on December 13 in an exclusive showing at the Historic TCL Chinese Theater."We're thrilled to finally share the official opening date of Dragon Ball Super: Broly with fans since first announcing the acquisition in July," said Funimation CEO Gen Fukunaga. "From its updated art style to the assembly of canon

Great Deals On These Steam PC Games

19-09-2018 22:37 via gamespot.com

During any given week, Steam has a long list of games on sale, some of which are part of regular week-long deals, and others that come and go at the whims of the publishers. This week is no different, with thousands (yes, thousands) of PC games available at discounted rates. What kind of games are we talking about? All kinds, including a number of excellent ones you're likely to enjoy. Here are some of the highlights of this week's Steam deals.The Resident Evil series got a price cut this week,

Nintendo Switch Online Service Available Now

19-09-2018 22:16 via gamespot.com

Nintendo Switch Online, the first paid online service from the company, is now available for purchase through the Nintendo Switch Eshop. Signing up for the service grants you access to online play, cloud saves, and a selection of NES classics.To sign up, first you'll have download and install the 6.0 system update. Then you can go into the Eshop and find the new Switch Online tab. That will show the various subscription periods along with the seven-day free trial. If you decide to pay for a subs

New Kingdom Hearts 3 Trailer Revealed

19-09-2018 22:15 via gamespot.com

Square Enix has released a new trailer for the long-awaited Kingdom Hearts III. An extended version of the Big Hero 6 video released earlier this month, the new video is presented in Japanese but you can use closed captions to get English subtitles.The video showcases numerous familiar Disney characters such as classic ones like Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck, as well as Baymax, Elsa, and Jack Sparrow. They appear alongside Kingdom Hearts series protagonist Sora. The video also shows off S

Witcher 3 Spin-Off Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales Is A Standalone Gwent-Like Game

19-09-2018 22:14 via gamespot.com

CD Projekt Red is venturing back into the world of its most popular franchise, with a spin-off RPG based on The Witcher series--and it's closer than you might think. Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales will be coming to PC exclusively through GOG on October 23.The new game focuses on Meve, a queen who holds dominion over Lyria and Rivia. With a Nilfgaardian invasion immiment, she's forced to go to war. Thronebreaker is described as a narrative-driven game with puzzles and card battle mechanics, sim

Fortnite Keeps Being Brought Up In Divorces

19-09-2018 22:13 via gamespot.com

Fortnite has quickly become a global phenomenon, but like any popular pastime too much of a good thing can have an impact on relationships. The AV Club reports that UK divorce service Divorce Online claims that the game has been cited in a staggering 200 divorce proceedings this year. That's said to be roughly 5% of all British divorces in 2018.There's reason to be skeptical that the blame for these broken marriages can be chalked up to Fortnite all by itself, though. As The Independent notes, t

Nintendo Switch Online, System Update 6.0 Out Now; Patch Notes Detail What's New

19-09-2018 22:12 via gamespot.com

The latest Nintendo Switch update has arrived, and it's a notable one. Update 6.0 is out now, and it adds the long-awaited Nintendo Switch Online service and its related functionality. Most importantly, you now need a Switch Online membership to play online for many games.Your Online membership also gets you cloud saves for compatible games, which is nice. Outside of the new online functionality, Update 6.0 adds six new Captain Toad icons (what great timing, huh?), while you can now post up to f

Red Dead Redemption 2's Enormous World Further Detailed

19-09-2018 22:10 via gamespot.com

Red Dead Redemption 2's massive open world is beginning to come into focus. Rockstar Games has updated the game's website to include new information on the "frontier, cities, and towns" that players will find in the upcoming western. We've also learned the first details about Red Dead Online.It appears there will be a great diversity of locations in Red Dead Redemption 2. One of the locations is Valentine, in The Heartlands of New Hanover. This is a "raucous, rough-and-tumble town," featuring li

Assassin's Creed Odyssey Just Passed A Big Development Milestone

19-09-2018 22:10 via gamespot.com

Ubisoft has completed development on Assassin's Creed Odyssey. A tweet from the game's official account confirms that the game has now "gone gold," which means development on the base game is wrapped up."We hope you'll be enjoying playing the game as much as we did developing it and can't wait to see which paths you'll choose," reads a line from Ubisoft's tweet.#AssassinsCreedOdyssey has gone gold!! 🍾🎉
We hope you'll be enjoying playing the game as much as we did developing it an

What Master Chief Looks Like Under His Helmet, According To Halo's Co-Creator

19-09-2018 22:09 via gamespot.com

Here's something that will make you feel old. Halo: Reach, the last game that Halo creator Bungie made before handing the reigns over to 343 Industries, came out eight years ago. To commemorate the milestone, creative director Marcus Lehto--who has since moved on from Bungie--answered fan questions on Twitter about the much-loved game.There are loads of interesting details on Halo's history--you should really read the whole thread. Some of the key takeaways for me involve what Lehto had to say a

Fallout 76 Wants To Run Until The End Of Time

19-09-2018 22:09 via gamespot.com

Unlike previous entries in the Fallout franchise, this November's Fallout 76 is a multiplayer-focused, always-online game. Bethesda plans to release free DLC to keep people coming back as part of the game's larger games-as-a-service model. But how long will the game last? According to Bethesda marketing executive Pete Hines, until the end of time."Forever," he told Metro when asked how long he envisions Fallout 76 lasting. "I'm not being ironic. Like, forever."Part of the reason Hines said he be

Why Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4 Doesn't Have A Traditional Campaign

19-09-2018 22:08 via gamespot.com

Breaking with tradition, this year's Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 does not feature a traditional campaign. But why? Treyarch design director David Vonderhaar and studio head Dan Bunting answer that question in a new video from Game Informer."Development is a journey," co studio head Dan Bunting said. "We try a lot of different ideas and a lot of different things. The game that we are making has evolved over time, and that's just a part of development. I can't remember a single game that we've made

Infinity War Director Teases Avengers 4 Title With Cryptic Image

19-09-2018 22:05 via gamespot.com

Avengers 4 is now only seven months from release, but the movie's title is yet to be revealed. While we were told that it wouldn't be announced until Avengers: Infinity War was released so as not to spoil that movie, four months have gone by since Infinity War hit theaters. However, co-director Joe Russo has now taken to Twitter with a mysterious image that might potentially hold some clues.The picture show Russo sitting alone on an empty soundstage, looking at his laptop. The caption simply rea

New Gundam Breaker Review - Gunpla Galore | TechRaptor

19-09-2018 21:55 via n4g.com

New Gundam Breaker offers new features for the series, but constant performance hiccups and other issues hold it back immensely.

Black Panther Director To Produce Space Jam Sequel

19-09-2018 21:55 via gamespot.com

Ryan Coogler, fresh off the smash success of Black Panther, has been attached to produce the Warner Bros. project Space Jam. The film is set to star LeBron James as a follow-up to the 1996 movie of the same name. That one starred Michael Jordan alongside an animated cast of Looney Tunes characters in a high-stakes basketball tournament.The Hollywood Reporter reports that the tentative production schedule is set to begin in 2019. Coogler joins director Terence Nance (Random Acts of Flyness). Jame

Sony's PlayStation Classic Mini Release Date And Pre-Order Guide

19-09-2018 21:49 via gamespot.com

Here's some good news for fans of retro gaming: Sony has announced it will release a miniature original PlayStation console that comes pre-loaded with 20 PS1 titles. Similar to Nintendo's throwback NES and SNES consoles, it's significantly smaller than the original (about 45% smaller), but the included replica controllers will be full size. The PlayStation Classic, as it's called, is set to release on December 3, exactly 24 years after the original system launched in Japan. It will cost $100 / $

Pokemon: Let's Go, Pikachu / Eevee's Legendary Pokemon Encounters Work A Little Differently

19-09-2018 21:47 via gamespot.com

The Pokemon Company has shared another new trailer for Let's Go, Pikachu and Let's Go, Eevee. While the last video focused on Celadon City and some of the new attacks your partner Pokemon can learn, the one above provides another look at the Go Park--the facility where you'll transfer monsters from Pokemon Go--as well as the Legendary birds Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres.As hinted at in a previous trailer, while the Let's Go games don't feature wild Pokemon battles, you will be able to fight the

Pokemon: Let's Go Pikachu And Eevee's Pokemon Go Connectivity Further Detailed

19-09-2018 21:45 via gamespot.com

As previously revealed, the upcoming Let's Go, Pikachu and Let's Go, Eevee games for Nintendo Switch will feature connectivity with Pokemon Go. You'll be able to send any Kanto Pokemon caught in the mobile game--including their Alolan variants--over to the Switch titles, where they can then be recaptured at the Go Park, a new facility that replaces the Safari Zone in Fuchsia City. The Pokemon Company has now shared more details on how this process will work.According to the official Let's Go web

The PlayStation Classic Only Serves To Remind Us Of Something Xbox Does Way Better

19-09-2018 21:42 via n4g.com

Sony is coming out with the PlayStation Classic, but the only one doing retro games and backward compatibility right is Microsoft's Xbox One.

Destiny 2: Forsaken -- Where And How To Do The Ascendant Challenge (Week 3)

19-09-2018 21:38 via gamespot.com

The most recent weekly reset for Destiny 2 has brought more than just the return of Iron Banner and a new update. For those who have reached the Dreaming City, another Ascendant Challenge is now available. Here's where to find it and how to complete it.As with the previous weeks, the basic structure is the same. First, you'll want to be sure to buy this week's bounty from Petra--who, as of update 2.0.3, is thankfully now located right at the landing zone. Once you have that, you'll need to acqui

New Captain Marvel Poster Hides This Easter Egg

19-09-2018 21:37 via gamespot.com

Marvel fans had much to celebrate recently, with the debut of the first trailer for the upcoming Captain Marvel and a brand-new poster. With so much happening in the trailer, it's understandable if you didn't spend long looking at the poster. But eagle-eyed fans might have spotted something to the left of the image hidden in the shadows. Is that a cat?The feline infiltrator was spotted by io9's Jill Pantozzi, who adjusted the brightness of the poster image to reveal the back-end of what seems to

Astebreed coming to Switch

19-09-2018 21:36 via n4g.com

Astebreed, the mech arcade shooter developed by Edelweiss first launched for PC in May 2014 followed by PlayStation 4 in March 2015, is coming to Switch, publisher Active Gaming Media announced.

RIP to the Fallen RPGs

19-09-2018 21:29 via n4g.com

Japanese RPGs have had it rough in the past ten years, give or take. Following a boom period in the 90s, with classic after classic touching down on the PlayStation from the likes of Square Enix, Capcom, and Konami, the HD generation led to the downfall of the console JRPG. Very few series saw new entries on the PlayStation 3 or the Xbox 360, with few sequels to the biggest names and several failed attempts to establish new IP.

Retro Respawn - Aladdin (Super Nintendo)

19-09-2018 21:28 via n4g.com

There are games that we used to complete for fun back in our childhood that we struggled with these days, and Aladdin is very much one of them.

Can I Get An Encore: Do You Want More - D&D 5E Bard Optimisation

19-09-2018 21:28 via n4g.com

This Bard optimisation guide is to help players (and DMs) with the 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons Bard choices.That said, if you have a fun idea for your character that isnt based around charop, dont be afraid to put fun ahead of numbers.