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The Glorious Hunters is one of the early faction quests in Windrose that you can complete for some extra rewards. While it's not necessary to do them if you're concentrating on the main campaign, you should attempt the extra tasks once you're level 4 or above. Since it's an early-game quest, you won't need to undertake much trouble to complete it. However, this guide will list all the key steps of this quest. Windrose Glorious Hunters quest walkthrough The Glorious Hunter quest can be broken down into four parts. Find any traces of the BuccaneersTell the head of the Buccaneers about the death of his peopleDestroy three pirate shipsReturn to Henri BoucherFind any traces of the Buccaneers Image via Kraken Express The first task is to reach the first campsite as marked by the quest, where you'll encounter two Boars. Defeat them, and go to the top of the structure at this location. You'll find the Buccaneers' chest; open the chest to find traces of the Buccaneers. You'll find a Damaged Flask and a page from Marcel Boucher's Diary. Image via Kraken Express Then, you'll have to travel to the second campsite. Defeat the wild animals in this area, and then find the second chest inside the ruin. You'll find the chest in a small room, and it will provide you with a Broken Musket along with another page from Marcel Boucher's Diary. Image via Kraken Express Tell the head of the Buccaneers about the death of his people You'll need to report what you found out at the Rogue Buccaneers Main Base. Sail for the remote island, and you'll find a man named Henri Boucher. Interact with him, and he will learn that Marcel has been killed with his entire hunting party. Hand over the Broken Musket, and you'll be tasked by Henri to avenge his brother. Destroy three pirate ships For the next part of the task, you need to destroy three pirate ships. At this point, you already have your own ship. Set sail and destroy three pirate vessels. You can find their locations on the minimap. Return to Henri Boucher Once the ships are dealt with, speak with Henri, and this will complete the Glorious Hunters quest. You'll get the Buccaneer's Friend and 200 Rogue Buccaneers as the rewards. The post How to complete Glorious Hunters in Windrose appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Bloodborne is officially coming back. Not in the way I thought, or the way I wanted, but I'm still ready for more. Last night at CinemaCon, Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions revealed an R-rated, animated adaptation of the 2015 FromSoftware classic is int he works, and I'm officially pretty pumped about it. As a coper and hoper for a new game in the franchise, what other choice is there? Image via PlayStation Personally, I think animation is a can't-miss when it comes to films based on video game IP. As cool as it would be to watch a live-action Hunter take on a massive CGI Ludwig, an animated version may fit the world better. Would I rather have a Bloodborne remaster, remake, or sequel on current-gen tech? Absolutely. But who's to say that the potential success of this animated film couldn't help make that a reality some day in the future? Not likely, but I still have a tiny bit of copium left in my tank, I think. Call me overly optimistic. The project is being developed by PlayStation Productions, which has been on a tear with adaptations like The Last of Us on HBO, Twisted Metal on Peacock, and moves like Uncharted and the upcoming Helldivers film. Interestingly, too, YouTuber JackSepticEye is also a producer on the project, which will be developed by Lyrical Animation. The animation division of Lyrical Media is already dipping into the gaming sphere with the upcoming Death Stranding: Mosquito animated film that was announced last year at Tokyo Game Show, in case you were wondering the vibe or what kind of look it may have. Nothing is official yet, though. [Hidden Content] Video game adaptations are all the rage, whether it's TV or movies, the latter of which just saw The Super Mario Galaxy Movie cross $600 million at the worldwide box office. This Bloodborne project will likely be way smaller in scale, but the intersection of films and games won't be ending any time soon. And for now, the game itself will be relegated to the PS4 and modded PC ports, unfortunately. But maybe this movie could help change that. The post Sony’s big Bloodborne announcement isn’t the one we all wanted, but at this point, I’ll take anything appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Dungeons and Dragons dropped its contents list for upcoming book Ravenloft: The Horrors Within on March 13. We were expecting to see many of the subclasses and DnD races listed, but there are a few more surprising entries. Namely, "the new cosmic horror domain Innsmouth". Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: D&D rival Pathfinder just got 3D printable minis, and it could change its business model forever DnD alternative Draw Steel just got a PC port, and it's on Steam D&D rival Pathfinder offers hefty 93% discount on RPG books worth $658 View the full article

TinyBuild made a less-than-tiny sum after making the game freeView the full article

PC players can currently claim a 2019 simulation game where they assemble a computer club completely free of charge—for a limited time. While Steam and Epic Games Store are popular storefronts and easy ways to occasionally snag PC games completely free, they are not the only way. View the full article

The likeness model behind Insomniac’s Spider-Man games has seemingly revealed he’s working on new content for a potential future game. In an Instagram post published on Monday, Ben Jordan posted an image of himself gearing up for a performance session. The post was accompanied by the message, ‘IYKYK (if you know, you know)’ and a spider emoji. The post was soon deleted, but not before it was archived on Reddit. Jordan typically works as a model, and his only acting credits so far are for PlayStation’s Marvel Spider-Man games. Read More... View the full article

Long-awaited cyberpunk cinematic platformer Replaced is out today on PC and Xbox, but comes packed with an unfortunate game-breaking bug at launch on Series S. A patch has been promised for this week to fix the issue. Fear not, those playing on Steam or Xbox Series X, this save-destroying issue is only found on the Series S console, and occurs during Chapter 5 of the campaign. Developer Sad Cat Studios told IGN that “on Series S, the game may suffer a memory-related hang in the transition between Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 if the game has been played in a single session up to this point.” To reduce the risk of this happening, it is recommended that players quit and restart the game during Chapter 4 to clear out the console’s RAM. If you’d rather not risk losing all of your hard-earned progress, though, the developer plans to have a patch aimed to fix the issue through certification on Wednesday, April 15, and live shortly thereafter. It doesn’t appear to be the only thing worth waiting for this upcoming update for, either, as the action platformer’s endgame cinematics are also listed as being incomplete on Xbox Series S, despite being finished on other platforms. I, for one, can’t wait to play through the whole of Replaced, having checked out the first three hours of the game earlier this year and coming away highly impressed. You might think you know what this game is, but I promise you don’t. Will you be playing Replaced? If you were planning on checking it out on Series S, will you now be waiting a couple of days? Let us know in the comments! Simon Cardy is a Senior Editor at IGN who can mainly be found skulking around open world games, indulging in Korean cinema, or despairing at the state of Tottenham Hotspur and the New York Jets. Follow him on Bluesky at @cardy.bsky.social. View the full article

Overwatch will be looking to continue its resurgence ever since ditching the “2” and refocusing its direction with Season 2 of its new era. The Reign of Talon storyline continues in the April 14 update with the arrival of its second chapter, Summit. But what’s new this time around? Well, plenty, it turns out. A new hero to play with will always be the headline attraction, but there’s lots more to dig into, from map reworks and the return of player accolades to new mythic skins and collaborations. Let’s get stuck and go into all of it in detail ahead of its 11 am PT / 2 pm ET / 7 pm GMT launch time. New Hero — Sierra Sierra is a new DPS joining the Overwatch roster. The Head of Security at Watchpoint: Grand Mesa, she’s long fought against Talon and has now decided to join Overwatch. Packed with a murky past, she’s looking to get to the bottom of her mother’s story — the first test subject of the Soldier Enhancement Program — which has naturally led her to Jack Morrison (Soldier 76). Packed with a combat drone called Dorothy and a hard-hitting rifle, she certainly looks fun to play with. Let’s get into the details of her toolkit here: Helix Rifle – An automatic assault weapon that shoots in a spiral pattern, gaining accuracy with sustained fire. Tracking Shot — An ability that marks an enemy. Helix Rifle shots automatically track marked enemies. Anchor Drone — An ability that allows Sierra to launch a drone into mid-air that she can, in turn, launch herself towards. Tremor Charge — An ability that throws a grenade that triggers a shockwave upon impact. Trailblazer — Sierra’s ultimate ability. It deploys a drone that flies forward and rains down explosives onto enemies. Passive — Sierra’s subrole is recon, meaning that enemies are revealed when damaging them at half health. Minor Perks — Choose between Full Flight (Increases Anchor Drone flight and grapple range by 25%) or Tight Grip (Helix Rifle’s bullet speed tightens 100% faster and widens 30% slower). Major Perks — Choose between Medi-Drone (Anchor Drones hold a small health pack that can heal Sierra) or Locked In (Firing tracking shots increases your attack speed by 20% for 2 seconds).Operation: Grand Mesa Event A new season means a new event. Operation: Grand Mesa will move the story of the Reign of Talon along, while allowing players to complete challenges in order to receive rewards. These will, just like last time, mainly include Voice Lines, an Icon, a Name Card, a rare Title, a Spray, Battle Pass Tier Skips, and Loot Boxes. The event will be live on April 14th and last until May 4th. Alongside prizes, the story promises to reveal more about the location of Grand Mesa, as well as Sierra herself, with lore unlocked alongside loot. Post Match Accolades Yes, post match accolades are finally back in Overwatch. A beloved feature that was taken away when Overwatch made the transition to its sequel back in 2023, players will now get the chance to give credit to teammates and opponents once a game has ended. Four players will be available to vote from to decide who will be crowned MVP, so you can really thank that teammate for all of their healing and time spent on the objective, rather than the player with the best multikill stealing all of the glory with their play of the game. Plus, there’s the option to join the lobby voice chat to congratulate them verbally. I’m sure that won’t get heated at all. Antarctic Peninsula Map Rework Control map, Antarctic Peninsula, has been reworked and will be available from the start of Season 2, having been out of action since late 2025. Redesigned to create “cleaner engagements, smooth out team pushes, and make meaningful flank routes throughout the arctic tundra”, it may not be an entirely new map, but may feel like one. More details on each of the three arenas found on the map, as stated on the Overwatch website, can be found below: Icebreaker now features stronger ship theming, streamlined flanks, and new alternate paths that move naturally toward the point. Research Station opens its main choke and adds a new backside flank, for better options to push and apply pressure. Underground has been updated with higher ceilings, simplified layouts, and clearer staging areas to improve visibility and overall fight flow.New Mythic Skins A new full mythic hero skin, plus a new mythic weapon skin, are arriving in Season 2. First up is Soldier 76’s Volted Overdrive skin, which adds layers of electricity and cybernetic upgrades to his look. Details on what is involved in each level can be found here: Level 1 unlocks an Ability VFX Toggle that adds a biotech feel to your arsenal. Level 2 adds two additional hairstyles, for you to dispense justice in style. Level 3 introduces red/****** and white/blue colorways, augmenting your cybernetic details so you can glow with dangerous intent or bright appeal. Level 4 unlocks the Ambient VFX Toggle, making sparks fly to solidify your Mythic battlefield presence. Genji will also be receiving some love in a very DPS-friendly update, with the introduction of his Sumi-Ichimonji weapon skin, which leans further into the ninja’s dragon identity. Details on the level progression of his sword can be found here: Level 1 unlocks the weapon, establishing your Mythic presence through unique ink and dragon details. Level 2 adds reactivity, bringing your weapons to life with flowing splatter effects. Level 3 unlocks two flourish animations to celebrate your eliminations, by spinning your shuriken into two variations. Level 4 lets you master the blade with a kill VFX where ink follows your command as you slash through enemies.New Legendary Skins A couple of new skin packs are on the way in Season 2. These include the Sakura collection, which has cherry blossom-inspired looks for Hanzo, Genji, Freja, Juno, Emre, and Junker Queen. Plus, the K-pop group LE SSERAFIM makes their return to Blizzard’s shooter for the third time, with a bundle that includes all 15 legendary skins released as part of their collaboration to date. Further down the line, it also looks like another Diablo crossover is on the way to Overwatch, with a Mephisto-coded Rammatra skin teased. Battle Pass Of course, there are also skins to be found outside of the store, and, instead, inside the battle pass. Season 2 pass sees a Spring Fairy theme come to its rewards, with legendary looks for Ashe, Lifeweaver, Moira, Wuyang, and Echo all included. Opt into the Ultimate Battle Pass tier, and you’ll also get your hands on Spring Fairy Illari and Painter Sierra, as well as 20 tier skips and 2,000 Overwatch coins. Making up the rest of the loot will be 80 mythic prisms, loot boxes, and other cosmetics. Stadium Changes Updates are also being made to Overwatch’s Stadium mode, with the introduction of Ramattra as a playable hero, a rework for Juno, plus the midseason arrival of Jetpack Cat. Get ready to be hoisted into the air, whether you like it or not. Control map Lijiang Night Market is also being added to the mix, and season resets are being replaced with a new decay system, which should allow for smoother competitive transitions. Perks Refresh Tweaks are on the way for a selection of heroes, freshening up some of the options available to you in the heat of battle. These are listed as: Ramattra gains Prolonged Barrier, a Minor Perk that increases Void Barrier’s size and duration by 25%. Pharah gains a new Minor Perk that lets Concussive Blast deal up to 50 explosion damage. Reaper gains Trigger Finger, a new Major Perk that refreshes Dire Triggers’ cooldown when using an ability and reloading. Soldier: 76 gains Agility Training, a Major Perk that increases Sprint speed by up to 60% after two seconds of sprinting. Mercy gains Double Dose, a Major Perk that gives Flash Heal an additional charge. What are you most excited about in Season 2 of Overwatch’s Reign of Talon storyline? Let us know in the comments! Simon Cardy is a Senior Editor at IGN who can mainly be found skulking around open world games, indulging in Korean cinema, or despairing at the state of Tottenham Hotspur and the New York Jets. Follow him on Bluesky at @cardy.bsky.social. View the full article

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Arrowhead Game Studios released Update 6.1.2 for Helldivers 2, but unlike previous patches, this one is a bit unique in what it adds to the game and who can access it. Helldivers 2 continues to push on, keeping players engaged through new updates and content, such as the ever-growing list of available Warbonds. After a busy March, fans continue to wait for the next big content drop, though today's update may leave some fans feeling a bit disappointed with what it offers. View the full article

Time to get ready to run some system upgrades, as the X.Org X server and Xwayland developers have released a security advisory due to multiple issues. Read the full article here: [Hidden Content] View the full article

With Grand Theft Auto 6 set to release later this year, developer Rockstar Games is under immense pressure to get all their ducks in a row in time for launch this November. Unfortunately, the studio was recently hacked and subsequently blackmailed, placing Rockstar in the difficult position of either giving into the hacker's demands or risking sensitive information being released to the public. View the full article

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Riven Tides arrives later this monthView the full article

Stalker 2 gets its first DLC—Cost of Hope—at an indeterminate point later this year, but before the DLC comes the pre-DLC: a free update that bolts on a new scary lab for you to explore, in anticipation of the presumably many scary labs you will encounter in Cost of Hope... Read more.View the full article

A new experimental mode coming to Marathon next week hopes to make the experience a little easier for new players by forcing all participants to load up with only the basic free sponsored kits. The experimental mode, called Dire Marsh Sponsored, goes live tomorrow (April 15) and runs for around two weeks. Players can only enter if they're using a white-tier free sponsored kit, giving developer Bungie a chance to see "how the game plays out with low-fixed set gear conditions and caps, and how the zero to hero play works in low starting set gear conditions and caps." "What happens when you bring a knife... to a knife fight?" game director Joe Ziegler asked on X/Twitter, introducing the experimental new mode. "This is a new experimental ****** that is focused on learning a bit more about our early gear ecosystem. In this ******, all players will enter with a free sponsored kit and be challenged to use what they find on Dire Marsh to upgrade themselves and get out!" As Ziegler explained, the experimental [mode] is a time-limited ****** that allows Bungie to preview features in development with players, often with a less-than-complete feature set. Limited to Dire Marsh Zone for now, the new mode lets players enter either as a duo or a trio (premade or via matchmaking). "This ****** allows the Marathon development team to learn and obtain feedback that helps us deliver a more completed feature set down the line," he added. "For the sake of ****** health and focus we only run one experimental ****** at a time. Once we have learned enough to understand our next steps for this feature, we start work on finalizing the feature and move on to the next experiment. Your participation in any experiment is greatly appreciated and is very helpful to us in developing features down the line." That's not all, either. Ziegler also confirmed that Bungie is now "working on making duos a real feature in Season 2" after also recently testing duo teams in this same way. Bungie has repeatedly said that while Marathon has a steep learning curve, over time, recovering from a bad loss gets easier. Part of the challenge comes from the very nature of Marathon as an extraction shooter. If you die, you lose all your gear. And not just what you looted while out on the battlefield, but what you brought in. And given how easy it is to die in Marathon, it can feel like a brutally punishing video game. A new report recently claimed Marathon’s budget is over $200 million, and while player numbers have fallen significantly since launch, Bungie’s extraction shooter is allegedly not facing an imminent shutdown. Still, it's no surprise to see Bungie experiment with ways to make the game easier for casual players to contend with. Finding Marathon overwhelming? We're here to help break the game down and help you get started with this Marathon guide for beginners. Vikki Blake is a reporter for IGN, as well as a critic, columnist, and consultant with 15+ years experience working with some of the world's biggest gaming sites and publications. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky. View the full article

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Microsoft has updated the prices for the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models on its website in response to rising component costs. Each of the 13-inch models has received a $300 hike. Read Entire Article View the full article

The work, reported by IEEE Spectrum, revolves around modifying a standard laboratory instrument, the vector network analyzer (VNA), to operate far beyond its usual range. A VNA typically generates a microwave signal with "a known frequency and phase," but the Adelaide researchers extended its reach into the terahertz domain. The... Read Entire Article View the full article

ARC Raiders players have yet another new update to download, as developer Embark Studios has rolled out patch 1.24.0 on April 14, bringing some important bug fixes to the shooter ahead of the big Riven Tides update later this month. The latest ARC Raidersupdate is available to download now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and while it doesn't include any new content for fans to check out, there are some much-needed bug fixes. View the full article

Assassin's Creed is one of the most iconic action-adventure franchises of all time, and lately the rumor mill has been running amok with speculation about an imminent announcement of one of the most highly requested remakes in the series. According to reports, the Assassin's Creed 4: ****** Flag Remake is expected to officially be announced later this week, potentially at an April 16 State of Play. View the full article

This Mega Man Battle Network Series BGM DLC will let you listen to MMBN tracks during battles or in the gallery. View the full article

10 years after the release of the last Tomodachi game, the series is finally back, with Tomodachi Life Living the Dream set to debut very soon. If you're looking forward to populating and creating a custom island all on your own, you'll likely want to know when you can start playing. Whether you're a fan of the Tomodachi series or a first timer looking to dive into a new cozy game, this one promises plenty of exciting new features to enjoy. To ensure you're ready to start designing Miis and building up your custom island as soon as it's possible to do so, here's the exact launch time and date for Tomodachi Life Living the Dream. Table of contentsWhen does Tomodachi Life Living the Dream come out?Tomodachi Life Living the Dream platformsTomodachi Life Living the Dream featuresWhen does Tomodachi Life Living the Dream come out? Screenshot by Destructoid Tomodachi Life Living the Dream launches on April 16, but depending on where you are, you might be able to jump in and start playing as early as April 15. An official launch time hasn't been confirmed, but most Nintendo games tend to go live at midnight for each region's most eastern timezone, which translates to 11pm CT on April 15 or 4am UTC on April 16. The official launch time likely won't be shared ahead of release, as they usually aren't for most games, but since this is when the majority of Nintendo titles release, there's a high likelihood this one will, too. If a different time is announced, we'll update with it here, so you can keep checking back leading up to the launch to ensure you're up to date. [hurrytimer id="1204664"]PT: 9pm on April 15CT: 11pm on April 15ET: 12am on April 16BST: 5am on April 16CEST: 6am on April 16JST: 1pm on April 16AEST: 2pm on April 16Tomodachi Life Living the Dream platforms Tomodachi Life Living the Dream is only available for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Like all Nintendo titles, this game is a platform exclusive, so you must have one of these two consoles to dive in. Luckily, it is available on both versions, so you can still join in on the fun if you're using the original Switch. Tomodachi Life Living the Dream features Screenshot by Destructoid Tomodachi Life Living the Dream is a cozy social simulation game where you can design Mii characters to populate and live out their lives on an island. These characters can be you, your friends, your family, original creations, or ones straight out of shows, movies, and other such content. You get to fully design each character, down to their voice and personality traits. Once each character arrives on the island, the fun and chaos begin, as you can then help them get to know other residents. Design your island, buy new clothes for characters, learn their likes and dislikes, and help your Miis develop meaningful bonds, whether they be friendship or something more. You're given a lot of freedom in Tomodachi Life Living the Dream, so what unfolds around your island is entirely up to you. Overall, this game is all about chaos, drama, silliness, and creativity, so get ready to let your imagination run wild when it arrives on April 16. The post Tomodachi Life Living the Dream countdown: Exact start time and date appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Windrose — the new pirate adventure formerly known as Crosswind — is out now in early access, debuting to 'Very Positive' reviews on Steam. The PvE survival game sees you build, craft, and fight your way across a vast open world "filled with dark secrets," offering challenging bosses and "soulslite" combat. It's already clocked an impressive concurrent peak of 25,876 players on launch day, a number that has continued to increase while I've been writing this story. Of the over 130 early access reviews left on Steam already, 90% are positive, championing the building, exploration, and combat, with just a few unhappy players reporting issues with the combat and stamina and one-shot deaths. "The Pirate game we were waiting for!!!" exclaimed one happy pirate. "Amazing Early Access content and gameplay. The game is not easy at first so be aware, user can lower the difficulty if needed. All in all solid 8.5/10 for Early Access game." Another wrote: "Did you enjoy ****** Flag? You're in for a treat. Did you enjoy Valheim? You're in for a treat. Do you speak Pirate? Yargghh in for treat, matey. Also, very well optimized." For those who missed it, Windrose underwent considerable changes throughout development, including changing both the original name of the game (from Crosswind to Windrose) and the name of the studio that developed it (from Windrose Crew to Kraken Express). It has also moved away from its original plan to be an MMO and is now categorized as an open-world survival game. While it's tempting to compare it to fellow swashbuckler Sea of Thieves, players who have spent time with Windrose's demo are quick to remind interested folk that this is "practically nothing like" Rare's action-adventure game, given Windrose focuses on PvE, not PvP. While it's admittedly early days, Windrose has made a "strong first impression" in IGN's review-in-progress, too. "With its skill-focused pistol-and-blade ground combat and dastardly difficult bosses, I'm hooked by its exploration and progression," we wrote. "I'll be updating this review as I discover new things, with a final verdict to come once I've seen all this Early Access release has to offer." Here are 14 essential Windrose tips to get you started. Vikki Blake is a reporter for IGN, as well as a critic, columnist, and consultant with 15+ years experience working with some of the world's biggest gaming sites and publications. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky. View the full article

There’s a lot of chatter today about Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 possibly being in the works at Insomniac, after the face model for Peter Parker posted a picture to social media then swiftly deleted it. Peter Parker face model Ben Jordan posted an image to Instagram showing the actor in motion capture gear, alongside the message: "IYKYK." There was even a spider emoji, just to hammer home the point. While the image was deleted, the internet picked up on it. SPIDER-MAN’S FACE MODEL JUST CONFIRMED THE NEXT SPIDER-MAN TITLE!!! HE’S GETTING SCANNED!! [Hidden Content] — Mehmet Witch ᱬ (@WeBeenCroft) April 13, 2026 Developer Insomniac Games recast the face model for Peter Parker in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Remastered for PS5, with Jordan replacing John Bubniak. At the time, Insomniac creative director Bryan Intihar said the decision was about "finding a better facial match for actor Yuri Lowenthal." While Insomniac is readying Marvel’s Wolverine for release later this year, talk of another Spider-Man game should come as little surprise. The question is, is Jordan’s tease about Marvel’s Spider-Man 3, or a spinoff? Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at [email protected] or confidentially at *****@*****.tld. View the full article