Warhorse Studios has confirmed that May 15 is set to be a massive day for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 fans to watch out for. Those who have wanted more Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2content are in luck, with more on the way on May 15. View the full article
You can already start pre-farming Dahlia’s materials in Genshin Impact as a means of gathering the necessary items to complete his Ascension and upgrade his Talents as soon as you obtain him from the gacha banners or any other system in which he is made available over time. Dahlia is a deacon from the Church of Favonius, first introduced as an NPC in the Archon Quests added with Version 5.6. Playing a pivotal role in the story revolving around Albedo and the Hexenzirkel, Dahlia is expected to be released in Version 5.7, alongside the release of Skirk in Genshin Impact. View the full article
I'm not sure if the words cosy and apocalypse are generally ones that go hand in hand together, but Doloc Town is positioning itself as just that. Specifically, it's a quite lovely looking pixel-art farming sim set in a post-apocalypse, and it just launched in early access today. Like in many farming sims before it, there's the usual thing of tending to and growing your crops, cooking them up, fishing, that sort of thing. Where it differs is it's all on a 2D plane, obviously meaning you'll have to think about space quite differently. Read more View the full article
In a world where seemingly every game features an IP crossover, Destiny 2 fans have voiced their concerns loudly about the upcoming Star Wars-inspired Renegades expansion that Bungie announced this week. I noticed a lot of Destiny players voicing their concerns about a full-fledged Star Wars DLC, and rightfully so, especially after pre-order bonuses now allow Guardians to dress up like Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, or General Grievous, on top of other previous themed items. But Bungie is asking gamers to let them cook and trust the process when it comes to Renegades. Image via Bungie In today's This Week in Destiny blog post, Bungie recapped the big announcements from earlier in the week regarding Year of Prophecy and Destiny 2's new Fate Saga. And one of the top minds behind the game says not to expect a Duel of the Fates just yet. "Rest assured, Guardians - everything in Renegades is in-canon for the Destiny universe, but we're leaning into the aesthetic, tone and vibe of Star Wars to tell a Destiny story with Destiny characters," assistant game director Robbie Stevens said. This doesn't really explain what Renegades is or will be about, and so gamers only have the visuals already released to go off of for now, so I understand the slight panic for those who are worried about Destiny losing its identity to a metaverse-like world. In the teaser trailer, Guardians can be seen wielding Star Wars blasters and the legendary lightsaber, but beyond that, not much else is known. And that's likely by design. With Renegades not due to launch until Dec. 2, whatever's coming in Destiny 2's story will remain secret for the next few months at least, until the expansion is detailed in a new developer stream sometime this fall ahead of its release. Before Renegades, Destiny 2 gamers can look forward to The Edge of Fate DLC on July 15, a new raid on July 29, and large-scale update called Ash & Iron coming to the game on Sept. 2. Until then, Bungie will be working on Renegades behind the scenes to deliver something Star Wars-flavored while not being an outright IP collab like this season of Fortnite. [Hidden Content] Basically, don't expect Luke Skywalker to be an NPC in this DLC. At least, not yet. The post Bungie reassures fans that Star Wars-flavored DLC is still ‘a Destiny story with Destiny characters’ appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
The long-awaited Brushes with Death DLC, teased in the Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 roadmap, is almost here. With the Barber update and Hardcore mode behind us, players can dive into a mysterious new story waiting to be uncovered. Here's what you can expect from this intriguing DLC. When does KCD2 Brushes with Death DLC come out? Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's Brushes with Death DLC launches on May 15. While an exact time hasn't been confirmed, past launches have debuted at 10 AM CT, so it's likely the same will happen here. Here's a countdown to the release of Brushes with Death: [hurrytimer id="1064750"] Information about the Brushes with Death DLC has been pretty vague, but the teaser has provided more clarity. When the artwork was first revealed, it hinted that the DLC would feature a "quest that tests Henry's skills like never before." You can expect a challenge similar to the grueling Hardcore mode. The trailer offers a glimpse of the quest's start, showing a man tied to a pole while conversing with a demonic skull. [Hidden Content] The man tied to the pole is the same painter we see in the DLC's cover art. He seems to be in a dire situation, where he starts arguing with a skull. Although we have yet to see why the painter has found himself in this predicament, the description suggests it's tied to his past. Henry will, of course, get caught up in this and possibly help him out of a tricky situation. Or, maybe the painter could turn out to be the antagonist. We'll just have to see which way it turns out. Image via Warhorse Studios Those who purchased the KCD2 Expansion Pass will automatically receive the Brushes with Death DLC, as it's included in the bundle. The pass costs around $29.99 and provides additional content, like the Shields of Seasons Passing item set, which contains four shield designs to add more style to Henry's gear. If you didn't buy the pass, you can still purchase the DLC separately, though the pricing has yet to be revealed. Brushes with Death isn't the only DLC coming to Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. By autumn, we'll see Legacy of the Forge, where Henry will restore Kuttenberg's forge and work toward becoming a master blacksmith. The adventure then ends with Mysteria Ecclesiae, leading you into the heart of the Sedletz Monastery, a place harboring the source of a deadly illness. With all three DLCs on the way, it seems like the excitement for KCD2 will never stop, and I wouldn't be surprised if it ends up as a Game of the Year contender. The post Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Brushes with Death DLC release date and countdown appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
The Stash and Dash Storage Unit is the only new addition to Schedule 1 in the latest update, and you can add it to your list of properties. If you're running out of space in the Docks Warehouse and the Barn, the new property will be immensely helpful. While it's not as big as the two other properties, the new location can be a great choice for beginners. Stash and Dash Storage Unit location in Schedule 1 The new patch notes don't describe the exact location of the new Storage Unit, which makes it a tad confusing. However, the easiest way to locate it is to buy the place from Ray's Realty. You'll have to spend $5,000 to purchase, which is significantly lower than what it costs to purchase either the Docks Warehouse or the Barn. Once you've purchased the location, you can access it as one of your other properties. Despite being named as a storage unit, you can set up your business at that location as well. Screenshot by Destructoid To reach the location, reach Taco Ticklers (your starting point on the map). Take the road to Dan's Hardware. The Storage Unit is opposite the Taco Ticklers. Once you've purchased the business, it will be marked on the map, making it easier for you to find it. How to use the Stash and Dash Storage Unit in Schedule 1 The Stash and Dash are significantly smaller, and they're not my favorite. If you're just getting started, you can easily buy it for a cheap price. It has one small room and a narrow space going to the back. There's not much to keep at this location (another reason why I feel it's beginner-friendly, as you won't have too many tools available at your disposal). That's pretty much all you can do with the new Storage Unit. Make sure to go through the full notes to note down all the new additions now available in both the beta and the full version of the game. The post How to find and use Stash and Dash Storage Unit in Schedule 1 appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Undisputed developer Steel City Interactive has released the fourth gameplay update in five weeks, bringing numerous improvements and bug fixes to the boxing title. The latest Undisputedupdate is available to download now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam, with some highly requested improvements to stamina, movement, and more. View the full article
Another Warbond is coming to Helldivers 2 on May 15, but following its reveal, players are already critical of how little it's offering. Premium Warbonds are the co-op shooter's steadiest influx of new content, charging players 1,000 hard-earned Super Credits for new armor, weapons, stratagems, boosters, and more. Players have been vocal about a steady decline in each Warbond's content, though, and Masters of Ceremony is continuing the unfortunate trend. View the full article
World of Warcraft has shared some more details about The War Within’s Turbo Boost, including a way to complete the weekly quest with Mythic dungeons, a list of all purchasable items, and more, faster rewards than before. This gearing event will begin on May 13 and continue until World of Warcraft Season 3 begins in Patch 11.2. View the full article
Now that the Cheshire Cat can finally be welcomed to Disney Dreamlight Valley as an official villager, he's kicking off his arrival with the Cheshire Cat Chaos event. Whether you've unlocked the ability to befriend the Cheshire Cat or not, as long as you have completed Alice in Wonderland's realm and invited him to the valley, you will be able to participate. View the full article
Strategy games aren't defined by polygon counts and ray-traced lighting, the regular markers of spectacle in most other videogame genres. A game like Dwarf Fortress can be spectacular with no graphical depictions of reality, because its spreadsheet simulation is so vast as to feel like a reality of its own. The long-awaited Europa Universalis 5 is spectacular, not because of its visual fidelity (though it has touches of beauty), but because of the sheer size and complexity of its simulation. At first blush, this early build of EU5 overwhelmed me. As I acclimated to it, I found an emotional and intense strategic challenge unlike anything else I've played. When it releases, Europa Universalis 5 will perhaps be the best way to experience the mathematical sublime on PC. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Europa Universalis 5 release date estimate, gameplay, and trailers Europa Universalis 5 hinted by Paradox as it details upcoming strategy game Potential new details on Europa Universalis 5 shared by Paradox View the full article
Microprose has re-established itself as a major player in the simulation game scene over recent years. The publisher is responsible for everything from the upcoming tactical games Airborne Ranger: Fightout and Dagger Directive to the RTS Battlefall: State of Conflict and milsim Exfil. The company doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon, as evidenced by the announcement that it's set to publish a new realistic FPS in the style of Arma 3, Operation Flashpoint, and Hell Let Loose called Afterconflict, which just launched a demo on Steam. Read the rest of the story... View the full article
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, who's presently considering hiding away in a cabin to finish his long awaited next game, Haunted Chocolatier, says he might one day get around to making a sequel to the farming life sim that made him famous... Read more.View the full article
Genshin Impact players could be getting their first look at Nod-Krai in Version 5.7, as several NPCs were datamined in the latest beta build with unfamiliar designs. While Version 5.7 may not feature a map expansion for Natlan, all signs point that Dainsleif will make his annual appearance in the upcoming Genshin Impact patch. The update will also feature Skirk and Dahlia as playable characters, with the former receiving a Story Quest that seemingly takes place in Liyue. View the full article
After almost a decade, Stardew Valley still reigns supreme in the cozy genre, largely thanks to consistent updates year after year. The question on every fan's mind is what's next on developer ConcernedApe's agenda: Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel, or will the focus shift to Haunted Chocolatier instead? Even though it's been leaning toward the latter, ConcernedApe has once again shaken things up with a new update. Here's what you need to know about a potential Stardew Valley 2. Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel? In the TigerBelly podcast, host Bobby Lee asks ConcernedApe (Eric Barone) about the possibility of a Stardew Valley 2. ConcernedApe explains that adding new content to the original game is easier than starting fresh with a sequel. However, he does mention, "I might eventually make a Stardew Valley 2." So, while there's a strong possibility for a sequel, nothing is set in stone yet. Image via ConcernedApe Since Stardew Valley's inception, there has been ongoing speculation about what a sequel could look like. Fans have voiced general desires, such as more NPCs and interactions, along with more ambitious ideas, like incorporating a city environment. A city mixed with a farming sim could be an interesting twist, or at the very least, provide a way to access such a place to diversify the game's landscape. Unfortunately, a sequel might not happen for a while, as ConcernedApe and his team are currently focused on the upcoming title Haunted Chocolatier. He shares that he doesn't want to be known solely as "the Stardew Valley guy," which is why he's investing time in exploring new creative projects. Haunted Chocolatier has been shrouded in mystery since its announcement almost three years ago, with no official release date. ConcernedApe notes there's still much work to be done, hinting at a rough timeframe within the next five years for its release. Image via ConcernedApe While Stardew Valley 2 hasn't been officially set in motion, the original game may still have more to offer. ConcernedApe suggests that new updates could still happen. However, any future update will likely be announced once the new features are fully ready for launch. This cautious approach is partly due to community backlash after the most recent update was released solely on PC at first, leaving other platforms waiting. Beyond discussions of Stardew Valley 2 and Haunted Chocolatier, the podcast delves into the origins of Stardew Valley. ConcernedApe explains that when he first released the game, it wasn't "totally finished," which is why so many updates followed. He also mentions that his inspiration came from playing Harvest Moon, a game widely credited with starting the farming sim phenomenon. ConcernedApe confirms in the podcast that he and Harvest Moon creator Yasuhiro Wada have met and exchanged compliments about each other's games. If Stardew Valley 2 ever happens, it could establish a series with a cultural impact similar to Harvest Moon, creating a legacy that shapes the farming sim genre for years to come. The influence of both games on the industry is undeniable, and a sequel would only strengthen that legacy, expanding the world and its possibilities. The post Are we getting a Stardew Valley 2? Here’s why you might’ve heard about a sequel appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article
Call of Duty: ****** Ops 6 is no stranger to events, and the team tries to have something going on at all times, even if it's a curated playlist. This time, hosted by comedian Seth Rogen, it's the "Blaze of Glory" event, complete with Blaze Bucks to earn and spend on various prizes, including cosmetic rewards and permanent fixtures like perks and field upgrades. View the full article
Helldivers 2 is, very obviously, a game where you roleplay as space fascists. Like, the game explicitly treats you as fodder for a war against various supposedly evil species all in the name of colonising other planets. It's not subtle! But it's also silly as hell, so the shooter more or less gets away with it. Arrowhead just announced a new warbond though, and I'll be honest: the new outfits are probably the most fascist looking yet. Read more View the full article
May 9 is primed to be a big day for those patiently waiting for Borderlands 4, with new information expected to drop for the cel-shaded looter shooter. Borderlands 4 and Gearbox will have a presence at PAX East, with the team inviting fans to tune into the official Gearbox Twitch channel tomorrow at 10AM PT to check out the show. A "lengthy" Borderlands 4-centric segment will be presented, likely divulging even more details about the game ahead of its release this fall. View the full article
I’ve been playing Elder Scrolls games since the days of Morrowind, and when Oblivion was first released, I dove straight in. However, it’s taken until The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered for me to completely wrap my head around skills and attributes, just in time for a new skill and leveling system. With so many people playing Oblivion now for the first time, understanding the difference between the two and how they interact is as important as ever. View the full article
If you're looking for an Anker power bank that can handle the demands of power hungry electronics like the Steam Deck or ROG Ally X, or even a laptop, Woot! is offering an outstanding deal right now. You can pick up an Anker PowerCore 737 24,000mAh Power Bank with 140W of Power Delivery for just $79.99. Amazon Prime members get free shipping, otherwise pay an extra $6. I have owned this exact power bank for a few years now and highly recommend it; it has been on multiple flights and road trips and is still good as new. Woot is a legitimate marketplace (it is owned by Amazon). Anker 737 24,000mAh 140W Power Bank for $79.99 The Anker 737 is one of our favorite Steam Deck chargers. This is a relatively hefty power bank, measuring 4.6"x2.2"x2" and weighing in at 1.4lbs. It's something you'd put in your travel bag or backpack instead of your pocket. It's equipped with two USB Type-C ports and one USB Type-A port. The USB Type-C ports support a maximum of 140W of power delivery. That means a single port could deliver 140W, or both ports will deliver a combination of 140W depending on which devices are plugged in (for example, 70W + 70W or 100W + 40W). In terms of gaming handhelds, the Steam Deck supports up to 38W of charging, the Asus ROG Ally up to 65W, the Asus ROG Ally X up to 100W, and the Nintendo Switch up to 18W. That means the Anker Prime can easily charge all three gaming handhelds – even the ROG Ally X – at their maximum rate; you'll even be able to play and charge simultaneously. A 20,000mAh battery equates to a 74Whr capacity. An 80% power efficiency rating (which is about standard for power banks) gives you about 59Whr of available charge. That means this power bank will charge a Steam Deck (40Whr) or Asus ROG Ally (40Whr) from empty to completely full 1.5 times, an Asus ROG Ally X (80Whr) 0.75 times, and a Nintendo Switch (16Whr) about 3.7 times. You can see here why we think a 20,000mAh capacity should be the bare minimum for more power hungry gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally (and especially the Ally X). The Anker 737 is TSA-approved TSA states that power banks must be under 100Whr in capacity for carry-on (check-in is not allowed under any circumstances). This Anker Prime is safely under that at 74Whr. You might get checked simply because the Anker 737 is a chunky power bank, but you shouldn't have any problems getting it cleared. I've gone through plenty of airport checkpoints and have only been checked once – at Tokyo NRT – and cleared without a problem. Why Should You Trust IGN's Deals Team? IGN's deals team has a combined 30+ years of experience finding the best discounts in gaming, tech, and just about every other category. We don't try to trick our readers into buying things they don't need at prices that aren't worth buying something at. Our ultimate goal is to surface the best possible deals from brands we trust and our editorial team has personal experience with. You can check out our deals standards here for more information on our process, or keep up with the latest deals we find on IGN's Deals account on Twitter. [/url] Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn't hunting for deals for other people at work, he's hunting for deals for himself during his free time. View the full article
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Warhorse Studios has confirmed that May 15 is set to be a massive day for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 fans to watch out for. Those who have wanted more Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2content are in luck, with more on the way on May 15. View the full article