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Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge DolphiniOS, a fork of the popular Dolphin emulator for Nintendo Wii and GameCube games, has confirmed that it’s not coming to the Apple App Store even though emulators are now supported. In a post on Friday, the developer behind the emulator says it’s because Apple doesn’t allow DolphiniOS to use its underlying performance-boosting tech. As explained by developer OatmealDome, DolphiniOS — along with other Wii and GameCube emulators — uses something called Just-in-Time (JIT). This is a compiler that “translates” the GameCube and Wii’s PowerPC-based code into a language other devices can understand, making emulations run a lot smoother. Even with the recent App Store policy changes, DolphiniOS still cannot be submitted to the App Store... Continue reading… View the full article

Zoos can be amazing places but one of the issues with them is it's rare you'll be able to get up close to any of the creatures living there. Most zookeepers tend to look down on visitors hopping into the lion enclosure, though most don't get to be in there for long. That's why petting zoos exist, filled with animals more suitable to be around us unwary humans. With new DLC releasing soon for Planet Zoo you'll be able to add a touch of pastoral life to your wild ******-filled enclosures. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Frontier Steam ***** offers top strategy and management games for cheap Planet Zoo is getting an aquatic-themed DLC next week Planet Zoo is getting Australia themed DLC this week View the full article

Fallout's instant success also renewed interest in the Bethesda games, mainly Fallout 4. In recent weeks, I have caught several of my gaming friends playing the nine-year-old shooter. Of course, renewed interest in the game also means a resurgence of mod downloads, especially for Bethesda games which all need "fix-it"... Read Entire Article View the full article

Team Folon’s Dean Carter, project lead on the highly anticipated mod Fallout London, has opened up about how Bethesda’s upcoming Fallout 4 update impacted the studio, saying the team felt “blindsided” by the move. Carter delved into how the Fallout developer’s next-gen update, which is set to release on April 25, has affected Folon’s development timeline during an interview with the BBC. He says his team had no communication from Bethesda when it came to the update’s release plans, resulting in the unforeseen delay of Fallout London. While the team pivots to account for a relatively substantial new update for Fallout 4, Folon is left wishing it had a heads-up. “So that has, for lack of a better term, sort of screwed us over, somewhat.” “This is the thing: they randomly dropped it, that they were going to bring it out on the 25th of April. So that has, for lack of a better term, sort of screwed us over, somewhat,” Carter said. Folon has been set to bring London to Fallout 4 for years. Although it’s unofficial, its popularity has positioned it as one of the most important game releases for the franchise since Fallout 76 launched in 2018. The mod was set to drop April 23, 2024, until Bethesda threw a wrench into the timeline by announcing earlier this month that its own update for Fallout 4 would drop just two days later. An official, somewhat important change to Fallout 4 is something Folon would have needed to account for during development, so when the update was announced without warning, Fallout London was delayed. “We’ve signed NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) with big companies. Why haven’t we done that?” Carter continued. “They could just say, ‘Well, look, this is when it’s due to come out. Maybe, get your PR in order, or talk to your fans, cage expectations, because this is what’s going to happen,’ rather than just blindsiding us out of nowhere, which is what has happened.” @bbcnews Fallout London's lead developer has said they weren't told about Fallout 4's update this week which will delay their unofficial mod for the foreseeable future. #Fallout4 #FalloutLondon #Fallout #FalloutMods #Bethesda #Xbox #PlayStation #GamingTok #GamingNews #BBCNews ♬ original sound - BBC News blockquote.tiktok-embed[data-video-id='7360640392368229665'] { width: 325px; margin-left: 0; } blockquote.tiktok-embed iframe { border-radius: 8px; } Bethesda’s Fallout 4 update adds improvements across PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X | S. The list of changes includes stability improvements and fixes, up to 60fps support, quest updates, and more. It’s a long-awaited update that many no doubt excited to ***** into following the success of Season 1 of Amazon Prime Video’s Fallout series, but the lack of communication with Folon means that some fans will be left waiting. “We need to talk to people so that we can know these things,” Carter added. “This has definitely snowballed. We see ourselves as just developers who sit around in our pajamas, quite frankly, to then have this big corporation where we get millions of views on YouTube videos, we’ve out performed some of their Fallout 76 announcements, which is another game that they’re doing that relates to the series. You’d think that they’d have at least had a conversation to just be like, ‘Look, you guys are clearly at least notable, you’re not official, but let’s make sure that we don’t ruin this for the fans.’ ” He continued: “We’re doing this for the fans at the end of the day. The same fans, and this has just caused us to delay which hurts a lot of our team and our hard work for the past four years, and it’s let down a lot of fans. As a result, which we’ve seen from the backlash from the video, is that people are blaming Bethesda even though I’ve asked them not to. I think that’s inevitable when there’s that lack of communication. I just wish they had a conversation with us.” Fallout London has no new released date. For more on the DLC-sized mod, be sure to read up on its recent cast addition, Neil Newbon. Newbon is best known as the voice of Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3 and plays an unannounced role in the upcoming mod. Michael Cripe is a freelance contributor with IGN. He started writing in the industry in 2017 and is best known for his work at outlets such as The Pitch, The Escapist, OnlySP, and Gameranx. Be sure to give him a follow on Twitter @MikeCripe. View the full article

World of Warcraft recently revealed the Collector’s Edition for The War Within, which includes a new art book, a pin, and a gorgeous gryphon rider statue. With its release coinciding with the 20-year anniversary of World of Warcraft, this physical premium edition would make an excellent addition to any fan’s collection. View the full article

Very rarely, there’s a League of Legends update that buffs certain champions but lowers their win rates. Patch 14.8 has done just that to one of the game’s classic junglers. In the latest update, Riot Games’ developers tweaked Graves by giving a minor buff to his passive and base statistics. These weren’t substantial changes, but they should, in theory, still boost the champion’s win rate, at least a bit. It turns out, though, his stats in solo ****** have dropped when compared to Patch 14.7. View the full article

Cooking is an essential part of No Rest for the Wicked. Food offers the player buffs, restores stamina, increases health, etc. This guide is your one-stop shop for cooking as it will go over the best cooking recipes in No Rest for the Wicked.What are the best cooking recipes in No Rest for the Wicked?Screenshot: PC InvasionWhile each recipe can help you survive the challenging world of No Rest for the Wicked, there are a handful that will make you unstoppable. After reviewing all the recipes in the early access version of the game, I have come to the conclusion that the four best recipes are: Angler’s Delight Chowder, Sirloin Platter, Herder’s Hearth Stew, and Fish Salad.These four cooking recipes offer the biggest benefits, such as replenishing the most health. Here are the in-game descriptions of each of these cooking recipes:Angler’s Delight Chowder: Instantly restores 100 Health and 50 Focus.Sirloin Platter: Instantly restores 150 Health...View the full article

Responding to a fan, Arrowhead Game Studios community manager confirmed that increased Helldivers 2 squad sizes likely won't be coming anytime soon. Helldivers 2 has been a massive success for both Sony and Arrowhead Game Studios, more so than anyone though considering the amount of issues the game suffered from at launch due to overwhelming numbers of players attempting to sign in. However, even the initial troubles were not enough to dissuade players from playing and Helldivers 2 continued to rapidly grow alongside the dynamic galactic war constantly shifting and evolving. View the full article

With the massive success Helldivers 2 has had in its first months, the opportunity for fun crossovers with other video games has opened. The popular PvE shooter has already drawn heavy similarities with Starship Troopers, but also plenty of different game franchises. However, organizing collaborations with video games would likely be an easier option. It also benefits both sides more than one with old movie or television franchises that would reap little to no benefit. View the full article

fter a year of exclusivity on the Epic Games Store, the zombie survival game ***** Island 2 is now available on Steam—and not everyone is as excited about its arrival as you might expect... Read more.View the full article

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes has a lot weighing on its shoulders. The new turn-based RPG has to deliver to crowdfunding backers, fulfill its promise of being an ode to '90s great Suikoden, and prove that its all-star creative team still have the stuff. That's enough pressure for anyone, but recently it's been further burdened by the ****** of its director Yoshitaka Murayama. It's amazing, then, that I couldn't feel an ounce of all that weight during my time playing, because Eiyuden Chronicle is as sturdy and vivacious an adventure as anyone could ever hope... Read more.View the full article

This level in Sker Ritual will have you teleporting around a typical Welsh hotel, looking for punch cards to get face-to-face with the final boss. However, if you want to get all the achievements for Ashes of Sker Hotel, you’ll also need to find all the doll locations around the twisting map.How to find all the dolls in Ashes of Sker HotelThe problem I had while looking for all the Sker Ritual dolls in Ashes of Sker Hotel was the lighting. The game is already dark, which is fine for the atmosphere, but it makes finding the ***** things a nightmare. I will admit, for this level I turned the brightness to the maximum to help me find the dolls. However, this also made my screenshots for the guide much easier. I suggest you do the same.Going in with a few friends can also make the game a lot easier. One is a distraction, while the other hunts.Ground Floor Grand Hall dollIn the grand hall, head straight up the central staircase to the collection of screens at the to...View the full article

Over the course of four years, Songs of Syx creator Gamatron AB has been hard at work on an absolutely enormous take on the city builder. With genre inspirations ranging from the fantasy elements of Against the Storm and the grim tone of Frostpunk 2 or Manor Lords to the grand scale strategy of Civilization 6, Age of Empires 4, Total War: Rome, and Pharaoh, Songs of Syx is a complex and unique game whose ongoing progress we've been watching closely. The latest development in its making comes in the form of a giant update, which is live now and is accompanied by a hefty Steam discount. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Huge strategy game with an unlimited demo is booming on Steam View the full article

It feels like one day everything and everyone will be contained within Fortnite. It's already doing a great job of bringing most of popular culture under its wing, with outfits ranging from Family Guy's Peter Griffin to Robocop already making appearances. Now, Billie Eilish is dropping, as the star herself has confirmed that she'll be the new headline act for Fortnite Festival's third season. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: The 87 best Fortnite skins Fortnite codes April 2024 - how to redeem Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 map View the full article

In No Rest for the Wicked, Fallen Embers are used to access the Cerim Crucible, endgame content for early access. For that reason, we have created this guide on the best places to farm Fallen Embers in No Rest for the Wicked.Where to farm Fallen Embers in No Rest for the WickedScreenshot: PC InvasionWhile you can find Fallen Embers in any location in No Rest for the Wicked, you’ll have the best luck farming them in Orban Glades and Nameless Pass. Out of all the chests I’ve encountered along my journey, the ones in these two locations had the highest chance of having Fallen Embers inside.If you’re looking to run the Cerim Crucible a bunch of times, you should focus on exploring and farming Orban Glades and Nameless Pass whenever you have time to spare. Doing so will ensure you never run out of Fallen Embers for the Cerim Crucible. Remember, chests and resources respawn every hour or so.Keep in mind that there will be times when Captain Randolph wi...View the full article

Is Hades 2 on Game Pass? Fans will soon have the chance to play the highly anticipated sequel to one of the best roguelike games ever created. However, even though the early access ******* is imminent, chances are that it's not being considered for Game Pass just yet. While it will probably be a long time until Hades 2 appears on our list of the best Game Pass games, we can at least predict if and when we'll likely see if it'll ever appear on a service described by many as a great deal for videogame fans. We may not get any confirmation either way until after the Hades 2 release date, but below are our thoughts on when you could expect to see the roguelike game on Game Pass. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Hades 2 launch imminent following end of technical test The best Hades 2 boons All Hades 2 Gods and characters View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

How do you respec in No Rest for the Wicked? In this punishing ARPG, you're going to want to pay close attention to your stats when you level up. Your stats determine what type of equipment you can hold and what type of class you're able to construct. If you put your stats into the wrong categories, you could potentially lock yourself out of a powerful build. In the No Rest for the Wicked early game, your first set of stats are practically determined for you based on the items you have in your inventory. That being said, if you're looking to create the most optimal build possible for your favorite class, you can't afford to waste any points in this RPG game. Here's the latest information on whether you can respec in No Rest for the Wicked. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: The first big No Rest for the Wicked update brings fixes and upgrades No Rest for the Wicked release date, early access, story, and gameplay No Rest for the Wicked patch notes address some of its top complaints View the full article

With Stardew Valley 1.6 finally out in the wild, you'll probably have found yourself on quite the farming game kick in recent weeks. If so, this new Humble Bundle offer is perfect for you, with agriculture and wholesome social interactions at the core of this new collection of heavily discounted games. If you've ever wanted to run a farm without the real-world trouble of doing so, Humble's collection is here to offer you a slice of rural life. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Stardew Valley meets Stray in this new cozy life sim RPG View the full article

The Riven Twins is one of the final boss fights during Act 1 and is certainly a tough battle to beat. We’ll help you figure out how to defeat The Riven Twins in No Rest for the Wicked.No Rest for the Wicked: How to defeat The Riven TwinsWhile completing the quest “******** of ****,” you’re tasked with taking care of The Riven Twins. These conjoined twins have slow but heavy attacks, their long ******* can reach you from afar, and their spinning ******* makes it difficult to dodge. You can beat The Riven Twins in No Rest for the Wicked by having a fast or normal weight class for quick dodging and increasing your Stamina stat.Change weight class and increase StaminaI’m in the normal weight class, meaning that my dodges are rolls. If you’re in a light weight class, you’ll have a quickstep as a dodge. Both of these are great for this ****** since you want to dodge fast before the next swing comes your way. I never found a parry opportuni...View the full article

***** Island 2 is finally available on Steam as of today, April 22. Its arrival on Valve's storefront has been highly anticipated by the fandom, as underlined by the fact that ***** Island 2 is already listed as the best-selling game on the platform. View the full article

Xbox Game Pass is getting yet another exciting day-one addition on April 26, but despite how incredible this game looks like it could be, there's also some cause for caution. Getting to play new games as soon as they release without a purchase is one of the biggest draws of Xbox Game Pass, which opens up a large library of games for a subscription fee. The service is available on both Xbox systems and PC, and it often makes it possible to play games on either platform. View the full article

After some major internal restructuring after the $2 billion deal with Savvy Games Group fell through, the Swedish business firm ... Read more View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Blizzard announced that the final World of Warcraft: Dragonflight content update, Dark Heart, will launch on Tuesday, May 7, and will give players a new story to bridge the gap between the Dragonflight and The War Within expansions. Shortly after the upcoming World of Warcraft update goes live, the highly-anticipated WoW Remix: Mists of Pandaria mode will launch at the same time globally, on Thursday, May 16. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

When Grand Theft Auto 5 confirmed it had canceled its story mode DLC, many - ourselves included - let out a collective groan. Rockstar's increasing focus on the monolithic GTA Online at the time left little room for expansion elsewhere, robbing us of one of the great what-ifs of the time - Agent Trevor. Now, years later, the character's actor, Steve Ogg, has offered up a few more details on what the canned project would've entailed, and we're heartbroken all over again. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: GTA Online's Rockstar Editor gets cut, but only for PS4 and Xbox One GTA 5 is set to leave Xbox Game Pass behind, again GTA Online Jack O Lanterns locations and pumpkin map 2023 View the full article

One eagle-eyed Destiny 2 player has recently noticed a detail that has been hinting at the highly anticipated Prismatic subclass in plain sight. As The Final Shape gets closer to its launch date, the addition of this exciting new subclass in Destiny 2 is one of the most eagerly awaited upgrades to the game. View the full article