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Yearly Archives: 2018
PIllars of Eternity II: Deadfire’s ‘The Forgotten Sanctum’ DLC Arrives
The final major expansion for Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire arrives today for 9.99, and is called “The Forgotten Sanctum”. The Forgotten Sanctum adds new quests, and an immense, foreboding dungeon to challenge. It launches with the latest update (4.0) and brings with it a host of new features. The 4.0 Update brings respawning ships on the world map, God Challenges, a new sub-class for each class, and two new Mega Bosses to do battle against. The Forgotten Sanctum proceeds Beast of Winter and Seeker, Slayer, Survivor DLC, which have all added a considerable amount of content to the game.
Features
When a violent tremor shatters the islands of the Deadfire, the greatest wizards in Eora seek out the aid of the Watcher. The archmage Maura has vanished into the depths of a newly opened dungeon located in the Black Isles and threatens to awaken what lies forgotten there. Follow Maura’s trail and determine the fate of one of the Deadfire Archipelago’s most closely-held secrets.
- Traverse an expansive dungeon built into the flesh of a sleeping god.
- Encounter the highest-level challenges yet faced by the Watcher and their companions.
- Scheme with or defy the wills of Eora’s most powerful wizards.
- Critter Cleaver – Customize the stats and look of in-game pets.
Dead or Alive 6 Adds Wong and Eliot to the Cast
Two fan favorites of the Dead or Alive franchise are officially returning, as announced by Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA this morning. Brad Wong and Eliot have officially been added to the lineup of 24 playable characters at launch. Brad Wong is known as “The Drunken Fighter” and is a master of Zui Ba Xian Quan. His drunken style throws opponents off, and his strikes come from unusual stances and out of nowhere, thanks to his years of training. His master ordered him to journey in search of a legendary liqour. Though he did enter the third and fourth tournament, he skipped the fifth. But he’s back!
Brad Wong is joined by Eliot, the “Apprentice of the Iron Fist”. Eliot launches at opponents with a furious volley of consecutive Xingyi Quan attacks thanks to techniques learned from his master, Gen Fu. After participating in the fourth tournament, Eliot set off on a journey of self-discovery and martial arts training alongside Brad Wong; where Master Fu permitted Eliot to learn the legendary style of Xinyi Liuhe Quan.
Sky Noon Prepares For 1.0 Launch in December
Reach for the Sky . . . Noon! Look, they can’t all be winners. But Lunar Rooster’s winner of a grappling hook shooter Sky Noon announced that the 1.0 launch is coming on December 18th, 2018. 1.0 will feature updates to the current game, including an all-new game mode, entitled “Money Bags”. In it, players will compete in a Free-for-All by collecting coins around the map, and depositing them in the bank Duels and Time Trials will also receive a revamp, with customization options being added, as well as a new Duel map. Sky Noon is presently in Steam’s Early Access for 14.99.
- All New Game Mode – “Money Bags”: In the new Free-for-All game mode, “Money Bags,” players collect coins around the map to add to their bank. Eliminate other plays to steal their coins and add an extra 10 to your tally! First player to bank enough cash or who has banked the most when time runs out wins.
- New Duel Map: In the all new “Ice Spires” map, players will find themselves on a small map with very few places to land forcing them to battle mid-air while grappling between ice towers.
- Time Trial Updates: Time Trials have now been grouped into Leagues and completing a League will give players a new grapple cosmetic. Leagues will be broken up into Beginners, Intermediate, Attack, and Advanced Leagues, giving players the opportunity to level up as they progress. Get either a gold or platinum medal in a trial to unlock a new grapple cosmetic!
- New Weapon Progression: Unlock up to eight new colors and styles for each of the air powered weapons, in addition to brand new unlockable models.
DAYMARE: 1998 To Arrive on PC in Q2 2019
DAYMARE: 1998 is a survival horror third-person title with difficult to kill enemies, a tactical approach to combat, and a variety of puzzles. It also features a multi-character point of view on the story, with a deep, intriguing lore. A secret research facility, a deadly chemical weapon and three people who play crucial roles in finding the truth about an incident with a potential to become more than just a security breach. The player will follow the steps of an elite soldier, a helicopter pilot and a forest ranger, as they become embroiled in these events. From the studio behind Ancestors Legacy RTS, this project is being worked on by Destructive Creations, and Invader Studios and it will come out in Q2 2019. More information can be found on their Steam Page. DAYMARE: 1998 will also launch on PS4 and Xbox One.
God Eater 3 – Story Trailer (PS4)
The battle for humanity continues in God Eater 3, as mankind hovers on the brink of extinction. It returns in February 2019. Today we have the story trailer for the upcoming title.
Dissidia Final Fantasy NT: Yuna Joins Tidus
Yuna has come to join the fight in Dissidia Final Fantasy NT! Capable of summoning Valefor to attack or defend, she also comes with vast magical powers. Originally featured in Final Fantasy X, Yuna is a powerful summoner and healer, who journeyed on a dangerous pilgrimage with Tidus and the rest of her guardians, in order to save Spira. She is available as a standalone purchase, or as a part of the Season Pass, which also includes Vayne (FFXII), Locke (FFVI), Rinoa (FFVIII), Kam’lanaut (FFXI), and one more unannounced character. In addition, the Final Battlefield map also joined the game, which was created by the two gods who govern the world of Dissidia.
Jurassic World Evolution – Cretaceous Dinosaur Pack Teaser
The Cretaceous Dinosaur Pack is out now in Jurassic World Evolution. With it comes the Iguanadon, Dreadnoughtus, and the Carcharodontosaurus. In addition, all Jurassic World Evolution players will receive a free game update today introducing Challenge Mode features to every island in Jurassic World Evolution, along with New Sandbox Options including controls for dinosaur aggression, and New UI Features making management more accessible. Owners of the Jurassic World Evolution: Secrets of Dr. Wu premium downloadable content will see Challenge Mode added to both maps from the Secrets of Dr. Wu campaign.
Overwatch: Patch 1.31 Highlights
Final Fantasy XV – Comrades Launch Trailer / FF XIV Collaboration Launch
The stand-alone Final Fantasy XV Multiplayer is here – Final Fantasy XV: Comrades. This update brings 10 more bosses to battle with, and players can team up online for various hunt, guard and convoy quests. In addition, the Final Fantasy XIV/XV crossover has arrived, bringing a new quest to Final Fantasy XV, “Adventurer from Another World”. In it, Noctis journeys with a mysterious Miqo’te, “Yjhimei” to Perpetouss Keep. Are you ready to battle Garuda?

