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The Steam Client Beta has been updated with the following changes: General Fixed some titles launching with incorrect Steam Play settings when installed right after purchase. Friends & Chat Added a suspicious chat warning that will appear at the top of the chat window when you receive a message that is potentially malicious. Links in chat are disabled while this warning is visible. Remote Play Together Fixed enabling and disabling player input in the Remote Play Together dialog Input enable settings are persistent and are saved per-game Steam Input Fixed Xbox 360 controller mappings on Linux kernel 6.17 and newer Game Recording Fixed timeline markers sometimes not appearing when viewing recordings outside of a game or after deleting a user created marker. View the full article

Atlus mentioned Persona 6 following years of silence, name-dropping the much-anticipated game in a recent survey. The questionnaire also raises the possibility of several other yet-to-be-announced games, though it frames them as less certain than Persona 6. View the full article

Sometimes I look at my games library and wonder if I’ve accidentally started a museum of not-gonna-replay-that masterpieces. But here I am again, staring at some irresistible price tags to expand the haul even further. The latest round of sales spans everything from haunting detective stories to chaotic co-op mayhem, and these are the highlights worth clicking "add to cart" on. Contents RetroNintendoXboxPlayStationPCLEGOThis Day in Gaming In retro news, I'm using a ninja grenade to light a 27-candle cake baked for Tenchu: Stealth Assassins, the rooftop-skulking stealthfest where patience was paramount. I was hooked on this from day one, squinting at my CRT through the darkness, convinced I was the deadliest shadow since Batman got moody. At the turn of the millennium, Tenchu felt and played like nothing else. It asked us to not fight but rather drop from a pagoda beam, slice a throat, and vanish before angry samurai could respond. It warranted a double playthrough, too, thanks to dual protagonists (Rikimaru was super stoic, and Ayame was all sass). And the grappling hook, while ubiquitous now in our modern gaming, was an incredibly novel and useful tool in '98. Package all of that with a supremely funky soundtrack, and Tenchu was more or less a PS must-own that deserves to rise again. Aussie birthdays for notable games. - Hexen (PC) 1995. Redux - Wild Guns (SNES) 1996. Redux - Donkey Kong Land III (GB) 1997. eBay - Tenchu: Stealth Assassins (PS) 1998. eBay - Call of Juarez (PC) 2006. eBay - Pure (PC,PS3,X360) 2008. eBay - Sunset Overdrive (PC,XO) 2014. Get Nice Savings for Nintendo Switch On Nintendo, Hades II offers god-tier roguelike action that blends mythological drama with tight combat and impeccable music. Developer Supergiant somehow made dying feel rewarding. Meanwhile, Disco Elysium - The Final Cut remains one of the smartest RPGs ever written, its dialogue trees branching wider than your average moral compass. Donkey Kong Bananza (-20%) - A$88Hades II (-16%) - A$59EA Sports FC 26 (-22%) - A$69Civilization VII (-23%) - A$69Borderlands Leg. Col. (-80%) - A$17.90Disco Elysium - The Final Cut (-70%) - A$18 Banger Must-owns Bucketlist stuff Zelda: Breath of the WildSuper Mario OdysseyZelda: Tears of the Kingdom Or gift a Nintendo eShop Card. Switch Console Prices How much to Switch it up? [/url] Back to top Exciting Bargains for Xbox Over on Xbox Series X, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden tells a love story that punches through the afterlife with emotional weight and supernatural flair. It’s from the creators of Life is Strange, so bring tissues. Then there’s Immortals of Aveum, which delivers spell-slinging combat that feels like a shooter wearing a mage’s robe. Seagate 1TB Expansion (-30%) - A$215.20Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra (-40%) - A$198Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (-61%) - A$39Immortals of Aveum (-83%) - A$19Gotham Knights (-72%) - A$31 Xbox One players get an absolute steal in ******: Def. Ed., which modernises a mobster classic with a noir touch that still drips atmosphere. Soulcalibur VI is also swinging hard, letting you duel with both swords and hilariously over-the-top character customisation. Armored Core VI (-65%) - A$35The Last Campfire (-90%) - A$2.30******: Def. Ed. (-85%) - A$10.40Soulcalibur VI (-85%) - A$14.90 Must Plays to Own Timeless crown jewels Baldur's Gate 3Elden RingPersona 5 Royal Or just invest in an Xbox Card. Xbox Console Prices How many bucks for a 'Box? [/url] Back to top Pure Scores for PlayStation On PS5, Rise of the Ronin offers a feudal Japan odyssey that borrows some of Team Ninja’s finest swordplay, while Resident Evil Village keeps me paranoid in all the best ways with its gothic horror vibes. The Tall Vampire Lady lives rent-free in my nightmares. Rise of the Ronin (-53%) - A$59Sonic Frontiers (-70%) - A$29.90Tales of Arise (-69%) - A$31.40Resident Evil Village (-75%) - A$13.70Hitman World of Assassination (-39%) - A$64.90 PS4 owners shouldn’t skip Batman: Arkham Col., which remains the gold standard for superhero brawling. Meanwhile, Spyro Reignited Trilogy still nails that retro glow-up, and hearing Tom Kenny back as Spyro hits pure nostalgia. Lost Sphear (-60%) - A$28Batman: Arkham Col. (-59%) - A$34.90Spyro Reignited Trilogy (-65%) - A$24.40 All-Timers Worth Tracking Not current, but amazing Elden RingBaldur's Gate 3Astro Bot Or purchase a PS Store Card. What you'll pay to 'Station. [/url] Back to top Purchase Cheap for PC Finally, on PC, Hogwarts Legacy Del. is your golden ticket to spell-slinging escapism, with a meticulous open world that’s pure fan service. Control: Ult. Ed. remains a benchmark for surreal, physics-driven storytelling that somehow looks even better on high-end rigs. Hogwarts Legacy Del. (-87%) - A$12.70Resident Evil 4 (-50%) - A$29.90Tomb Raider: Def. Survivor Trilogy (-86%) - A$10.40Control: Ult. Ed. (-90%) - A$4.90Dusk (-70%) - A$8.60 Or just get a Steam Wallet Card PC Hardware Prices Slay your pile of shame. [/url] Legit LEGO Deals LEGO-wise, Wicked Shiz University is a delightful little display piece that feels like a lost Hogwarts offshoot, while One Piece Going Merry Ship is a must for Straw Hat fans chasing a challenging and detailed build. Wicked Shiz University (-48%) - A$26Marvel Spidey and Friends (-44%) - A$50One Piece Windmill (-32%) - A$34One Piece Going Merry Ship (-25%) - A$149 Back to top Adam Mathew is a passionate connoisseur, a lifelong game critic, and an Aussie deals wrangler who genuinely wants to hook you up with stuff that's worth playing (but also cheap). He plays practically everything, sometimes on YouTube. 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It's been an exciting couple of weeks for Halo fans, with the iconic Halo: CE getting an official remake and the IP finally making its way to PlayStation consoles. In the midst of all the recent announcements, both the White House and Department of Homeland Security (aka ICE) have posted to social media using Halo-themed images to promote their agendas. View the full article

Resident Evil Requiem pre-orders are up, and the Deluxe Edition includes a Lady Dimitrescu skinView the full article

In Vampire Survivors, evolving weapons is the primary way to ensure your power is at an absolute peak, enabling you to steamroll any and all swarms of enemies the game throws at you. But doing so is not always clear, nor easy for that matter. Ammo Appalate is one of the rarest and most challenging weapons to obtain in the game, and evolving it can be a bit confusing at first. If you happen to be stuck at the base version of this weapon, here's what you need to do. How to get Ammo Appalate evolution in Vampire Survivors Zi'Appunta starts with the Ammo Appalate weapon. Screenshot by Destructoid To evolve the weapon you'll first need to unlock it. It's one of the most challenging weapons to obtain in the game, requiring you to kill 251,096 ranged (shooting) enemies. Once you have done so, you will have cleared a special achievement tied to this very weapon and get a chance to see it in runs. Once you have the weapon unlocked, you'll want to combine it with the Bracer, focusing on getting both the Bracer and Ammo Appalate to maximum level, which will then evolve the latter into Gunastrophe. Obtaining this evolution will in turn also unlock Zi'Appunta Belpaese, who starts with the Ammo Appalate weapon, which can then be evolved much more easily. She costs 6,500 gold to obtain after unlocking. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post How to evolve Ammo Appalate in Vampire Survivors appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

fter spending the year talking about the need to overhaul RuneScape's much-maligned microtransaction system, Jagex is putting the matter in the hands of the people: The company has opened a poll on the RuneScape website and if at least 100,000 players vote to scrap Treasure Hunter, the game's "major microtransaction layer," it'll be removed... Read more.View the full article

Fortnite has officially revealed a major horror crossover coming to the game sometime next year, with the battle royale teaming up with the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem. The beloved shooter has been no stranger to spooky collaborations, especially following the start of the ongoing "Fortnitemares" Halloween event, with a wide variety of different skins. Fortnitemares has brought everything from Friday the 13th to Scooby-Doo into Fortnite throughout the course of the event, with more than 20 skins added to the game. Now, Fortnite is hinting at another collaboration next year with a beloved horror video game franchise. View the full article

The puzzle-action RPG will feature perspective changes to completely diminish specific objects from existence. View the full article

The launch trailer arrives today with Tales of Xillia Remastered releasing this Friday for PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC Steam. View the full article

Battlefield RedSec is the franchise's latest foray into the popular battle royale genre, and was released with very little preamble on October 28, 2025. It follows just a couple of weeks after the release of the well-received Battlefield 6, concurrently dropping with the game's first season of post-launch content. View the full article

Genshin Impact is giving out some free currency for its new Miliastra Wonderland game mode with a set of codes players can redeem. The massively popular RPG from HoYoverse has often looked to push more ways for fans to engage with the game, continuing to debut new permanent game modes with different gameplay styles. Genius Invokation TCG serves as one of Genshin Impact's biggest game modes with a full trading card game, while Repertoire of Myriad Melodies functions as a rhythm game. However, Genshin Impact's newest game mode has brought an entirely new spin to the game. View the full article

Compared to the concise and breezy original incarnations, the HD-2D remakes of Dragon Quest I and Dragon Quest II are considerably expanded reimaginings. Check out our review-in-progress. View the full article

As soon as you land on The Outer Worlds 2's planet of Eden, you'll have a lot of freedom in the order you tackle objectives. If you're looking to speed through the main story, you can basically beeline to the Vox Relay and take on its challenges with minimal preamble. Aside from some useful XP, many of the optional side quests on the planet don't provide anything critical, and you can always go back to complete most of them later. View the full article

After a few long sessions since yesterday’s surprise launch of Battlefield REDSEC, the free-to-play battle royale spin-off of Battlefield 6, it’s clearly coming after other grounded-ish military battle royales like PUBG and Call of Duty: Warzone. Hiding a fun mission structure within its streamlined familiarity — as well as an entire non-BR game mode — I’ve had the most fun when its map, called Fort Lyndon, is used to push the boundary beyond the requisite ever-shrinking storm. I still need some more time in the fray to nail down a final opinion, especially since most of the random squadmates I’ve matched up with in the main BR modes haven’t exactly been playing as a team. But for now, the squad-based, elimination-driven, free-for-all Gauntlet mode has impressed me more than the battle royale option itself. With destructible environments, the ultimate buzzword (levelution), powerful vehicles that can alter the tide of battle or serve as fun chokepoints, and a baked-in squad system, Battlefield 6 seems like a perfect fit for a battle royale mode. But so far, REDSEC’s translation of Battlefield’s role-based structure feels like a shallow, if fun, take on the genre. Its hasn’t offered much yet to fully draw me away from Fortnite’s cartoonish chaos and electrifying events or separate itself from the likes of PUBG or Warzone beyond using Battlefield 6’s weapons and the Frostbite Engine. On the surface, REDSEC seems intent on reviving the rote 360-era conversation about shooters with a washed-out color palette because it seems so similar to its contemporaries. Thankfully, REDSEC’s compelling mission structure takes a rewarding cleaver to the otherwise ho-hum military BR doldrums. They’re kind of like the missions and bounties you’d find in Fortnite, but with better rewards and more diverse challenges. Even with otherwise uncooperative squadmates, I found myself planting bombs and capturing waypoints to reap the benefits of well-communicated rewards. That seems to be REDSEC’s secret sauce: each in-game mission pops up like clockwork after a few minutes, only requiring a few button presses to get you to the next simple target. Hinging on classic military FPS objectives like babysitting a planted bomb or picking up an important file so you can transmit its signal back to home base, these smaller sidequests add order to the otherwise chaotic pace of conquering the battlefield. Completing an objective will always come with some kind of supply drop. I really like how these drops are handled, offering a clearly communicated reward before accepting the mission, since some will alert nearby players to your presence. In contrast, Gauntlet expands each of these extra objectives into full-fledged game modes, pitting a handful of four-player squads against each other to rack up the most points on each objective. The mode and objective will change throughout each of the four rounds, with the lowest-performing squads getting eliminated until only two remain. Rotating through different named locations within Fort Lyndon, each game mode uses a piece of the map and works more like a mish-mash between Fall Guys and a squad-based, free-for-all version of traditional Battlefield that’s easily been my favorite part of REDSEC for now. Battlefield REDSEC’s slow-rolling storm just hasn’t done much to incentivize me toward a hard objective or new destination, but its mission structure usually got me (and any uncooperative squadmates) moving in the right direction towards otherwise flat attempts at the #1 spot so far. I’ll need more time to complete missions and snipe away at opponents across the map before delivering a final verdict, but for now, REDSEC at least has some unexpectedly interesting things going for it. View the full article

The prior art is stacking upView the full article

The game's new post-launch patch has Squire mode balance adjustments for the Enhanced version and sound effects adjustments for both the Enhanced and Classic versions. View the full article

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Genshin Impact 6.2 leaks have revealed the complete gameplay kit for Jahoda, a new character who will debut in the upcoming patch alongside Durin. The beta tests for the action RPG’s next update have started, and because of them, several leaks are actively being shared at the moment. For example, players will get a free new weapon in Genshin Impact 6.2, which could serve a character like Jahoda or other sub-DPS units. View the full article

It wasn't meant to be for Leonard BoyarskyView the full article

Grand Theft Auto 6 is on everyone's mind this week as anticipation builds over a Take-Two earnings call scheduled for November 6. With AI being a major topic of concern in the video game industry lately, GTA 6 parent company Take-Two's CEO offered up some thoughts in a discussion on the issue, lauding GTA 6 and setting the record straight about AI's limitations. View the full article

You can now pre-order the 8LP or 2LP The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild vinyl sets from Laced Records and Nintendo. View the full article

Meanwhile, it's business as usual over on SteamView the full article

Hushed Whisper wasn't as popular as the other offerings in this year's Festival of the Lost, but this bow is still one of Destiny 2's hidden gems—especially with a god roll. We overlooked Hushed Whisper at first glance, focusing instead on Gunburn, Festival of the Lost's other new addition, and the reprised Arcane Embrace. But thanks to a specific synergy between two of these perks, we're happy to keep one copy of it in our vaults. This weapon struggles as a Legendary bow (and one of two aligned to Strand), since it doesn't get the bonus against enemies from the Wish-Keeper Exotic. Bows are also not in the best spot in the meta, but it may still be worth keeping a copy of this in your vault. Here are our Hushed Whisper god rolls, based on perk data from [Hidden Content],0,0,0&m=0&mw=0. Hushed Whisper PvE god rolls in Destiny 2 The base version may be even more beautiful than the Holofoil. Screenshot by Destructoid String: Polymer String, Elastic String, or Natural String.Arrow: Straight Fletching, Fiberglass Arrow Shaft, or Helical Fletching.First perk: Tear, Slice, or Successful Warm-Up.Second perk: Archer's Gambit, Explosive Head, or Hatchling. The synergy between Tear and Archer's Gambit is what gives Hushed Whisper its flavor, at least in our experience, and that's why it's our god roll. If you're aiming for harder content, Archer's Gambit lets you line up shots quickly thanks to its draw time bonus, and Tear will sever enemies in an area-of-effect on a precision kill. Gambit doesn't need a kill either, so you can get it running with little setup. If you're struggling to land your shots without aiming down sights, you can ADS to line up your arrow and release the aim input just before letting it fly, so it still counts as hip-firing. Still, that's not the only option for Hushed Whisper, which has a few tricks that may complement your playstyle. Melee-focused players might get some use from having Collective Pugilism as a second perk, and Strand-based builds may also benefit from Hatchling as a second perk. If that's the case, your god roll depends on what you'd like to pair it with the most. Tear and Slice are good options, especially in harder content, but there's another perk that may shine here, as seen below. You may have to fight a bunch of these for your god roll. Image via Bungie If you're taking your new Hushed Whisper for a spin in an easier activity, however, it's worth considering Successful Warm-Up in the third column over Tear. This gets you a consistent draw time buff triggered on kills (which are easier to come by with lower power deltas) and opens up room for a damage-boosting perk, such as Explosive Head, on column four. Precision Instrument is a bit hit-or-miss: it does grant you considerable benefits, but it's tricky to keep it stacked. For parts, we recommend going for accuracy and draw time. The former works well in general, and the latter helps you keep firing more quickly before triggering your perks. When it comes to bowstrings, Polymer boosts both accuracy and draw time, while Elastic grants you more draw time with a penalty in accuracy, and Natural doesn't impact your draw speed but bumps other stats. How to get Hushed Whisper in Destiny 2 At least the Haunted Altars activity is fun. Image via Bungie Hushed Whisper can drop from Festival of the Lost activities. Destiny 2's classic Halloween-themed event runs until Nov. 11 (after Bungie gave it an extra week due to bugs). It may drop from Haunted Altars of Sorrow (when it doesn't glitch out), the PvP-focused Red Rum(ble), and any Portal activity that has a FOTL Engram as your bonus drops. After the spooky celebration ends, your next shot at getting this bow is probably in 2026. The good news is, the Call to Arms event kicks off just after FOTL, so at least you'll have more shiny new guns to chase—including the Submersion heavy crossbow, which counts as a bow and will be focusable for the first time. The post Hushed Whisper god rolls and how to get them in Destiny 2 appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

The Support class can arguably be the best choice in Battlefield REDSEC if you get its build on point. The Support class has been my favorite in Battlefield 6, and it's as valuable for the battle royale mode, if not more. That said, some of its abilities have been modified according to the nature of the battle royale mode, and this guide will help you test out a fantastic build. Best Support build in Battlefield REDSEC Loadouts and builds work differently in REDSEC than the base game, but the fundamentals remain the same. While you're free to use any weapons, the following build makes the most of the Support's class proficiencies and abilities. ItemBest ChoicePrimaryKTS100 MK8 (RPKM)SecondaryP18Gadget 1Supply BagGadget 2Smoke Grenade Launcher Let's begin with your primary. While I have RPKM in brackets, you'll want to opt for KTS100 Mk8. The LMG, with the right attachments, has practically no recoil while having decent damage and a massive ammo capacity. For the Magazine, you can go with the 45RND Fast Mag. Adding the ******* Stubby as the Underbarrel makes it more stable, while the CQB Suppressor is the best choice for battle royale. Once built correctly, the KTS100 Mk8 can shred down enemies from a distance. It's also an excellent option for laying down suppressing fire to pin down the enemy. Screenshot by Destructoid For the two gadget slots, I went with the Supply Bag and the Smoke Grenade Launcher. As a Support, your job is to keep your team well-supplied. This means ammo and armor, and the latter appear to be quite scarce. Once you drop the supply bag, it will automatically resupply your allies with ammo for weapons (gadget resupply doesn't happen in REDSEC). All your allies will also heal more efficiently by having a faster recovery rate, and even if they're in a gunfight. This can really create a unique situation where your supply bag can become the difference-maker. For gadget 2, I have opted for the Smoke Grenade Launcher. Having an extra option outside of smoke grenades to create a temporary illusion in the battlezone is immensely useful. With Support, it's important how you play. You will never want to get yourself isolated on the map, since it largely reduces the potential impact of the supply bag. Additionally, don't waste the ammo of your Smoke Grenade Launcher since you can't refill it. You should aim to pick up as many health packs as you can, so that you are in proximity to your allies. Unlike other classes, your allies can pick the health packs by directly interacting with you. You should aim to pick up as many health packs as you can to stay in proximity to your allies. Unlike other classes, your allies can pick the health packs by interacting with you. Like our content? Set Destructoid as a Preferred Source on Google in just one step to ensure you see us more frequently in your Google searches! The post Best Support build and loadout for Battlefield REDSEC appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article