September 2021

Bandai Namco released new trailers of the upcoming mobile JRPG Tales of Luminaria.

The trailers showcase two of the Federation-aligned characters available in the game, Leo Fourcade and Celia Arvier. They include both cutscenes and gameplay in the game’s peculiar portrait mode.

You can check them out below, with both English and Japanese voice acting depending on your voice-over language of preference.

Today Playism announced that the anime Metroidvania game Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth by Team Ladybug will be released on consoles.

The game will launch for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on December 16.

If the name doesn’t ring a bell, Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth is based on the ultra-popular light novel by Ryo Mizuno and anime series from Japan that debuted all the way back in 1988.

The original release for PC via Steam sold over 100,000 units and the console version will support the following languages: Japanese, English, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Korean, Spanish, German, Italian, French, Brazilian Portuguese, and Russian.

Below you can check out a trailer, a few screenshots, and an official description of Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth.

Today ToiToi Pictures released a new fan-made film to celebrate the recent 8th anniversary of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn.

You may already know this group of Japanese filmmakers for their amazing “Play Eorzea” and “Tomorrows” videos on top of plenty more released on the ZANEKONPU YouTube Channel.

This time around, they came up with a 25 minutes short video titled “/emote” telling the story of a lalafell who doesn’t communicate via chat but instead expresses herself exclusively via emotes.

On top of coming with amazing quality for a fan production, it’s quite emotional and will likely make you smile and perhaps tear up a little as well.

It certainly underlines the value of online communities like Final Fantasy XIV, where people who may otherwise be considered a bit socially awkward can find their niche, make friends, and perhaps open up in ways they normally wouldn’t.

You can watch it below (and remember to activate English subtitles with the “CC” button), and I challenge you not to get at least a bit /emotional.

Special physical editions will include a 22-track soundtrack as well as an art book including past illustrations from Yutaka Izubuchi.

The post Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth Console Release Coming December 2021 appeared first on Siliconera.

The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority has released new, updated guidance on how game developers and publishers should and shouldn’t advertise in-game premium currencies and other purchases. The ASA is pushing back against in-game timers, labels such as “Best Value!” and more.

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Every Pokemon is interesting and worth talking about. I don’t play a ton of Pokemon, but I do enjoy the universe and I love learning more about the creatures in it. So, Here’s Another Pokemon! It’s Camerupt!

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Hitman - Game of The Year Edition launched on GOG.com this week - and immediately sparked a row about DRM.

GOG is a storefront whose brand is built upon selling games "DRM free" - that is, they can be played offline.

Hitman's GOG page, like that of so many games on the platform, highlights that it is DRM free. "No activation or online connection required to play," reads the prominent message.

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Today third-party developers revealed new assets of upcoming add-ons cor Microsoft Flight Simulator on top of releasing a new airport.

MilViz showcased a single screenshot on its Discord Server of its upcoming ATR 72-600, which was announced a few weeks ago. This is the first time we see the exterior of the aircraft.

Next, Drzewiecki Design released new images of Warsaw Modlin Airport (EPMO) in Poland showing the ATC tower.

Today, following a premiere screening of the Muv-Luv Alternative anime in Tokyo Avex Pictures revealed the character design and voice actors for a few key characters.

Yuuko Kouzuki is voiced by Ruriko Aoki, whom you may know as Riina Tada in The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls, Dido and Sirius in Azur Lane, and Tresa Corzone in Octopath Traveler,

Marimo Jinguuji is voiced by Sayumi Watanabe, known as Birmingham from Azur Lane, and Freezing Astaroth from Combatants Will Be Dispatched!.

Kasumi Yashiro is voiced by Kanon Takao, who lent her voice to Noelle in Genshin Impact and Hermit Mio in Edens Zero.

The star player of the cast is likely Norio Wakamoto, who reprises his previous role as commander Paul Radhabinod. He’s known for a gazillion of relevant roles including Oskar von Reuenthal in Legend of the Galactic Heroes, Cell in Dragon Ball Z, Dracula in the Castlevania series, M. Bison in the Street Fighter series,

The star player of the cast is likely Norio Wakamoto, who plays commander Paul Radhabinod. He’s known for a gazillion of relevant roles including Oskar von Reuenthal in Legend of the Galactic Heroes, Cell in Dragon Ball Z, Dracula in the Castlevania series, M. Bison in the Street Fighter series, and Xemnas in the Kingdom Hearts series.

Celia Arvier is a bow-wielding knight in training, voiced by Shantae voice actress Cristina Vee.

The post Tales of Luminaria Celia Arvier Trailer Introduces Bow-Wielding Knight appeared first on Siliconera.

Earlier this week Hitman - Game of the Year Edition launched on GOG. But soon after, players began complaining and review bombing once they discovered that large parts of the stealth game were locked behind online DRM checks. This rubbed many the wrong way because GOG makes a big deal about being DRM-free.

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Arcane, Netflix's League of Legends animated series, begins on 6th November (2am UK time on 7th November).

The announcement was made via a new trailer, below, released as part of Netflix's Tudum event (yes, it's named after the noise Netflix makes when it loads).

Arcane is set within the world of Riot's hugely successful MOBA League of Legends, and tells the backstories of two of the video game's most popular champions: sisters Jinx and Vi. It revolves around the tension between the rich city of Piltover and the oppressed underground city of Zaun, which hits boiling point after the invention of Hextech technology.

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Mao starts off with a major sense of deja vu but there's promise in this re-vamped premise.

The post Mao Offers Readers a New Time Traveling Yokai Manga appeared first on Siliconera.

I’m still not sure how I feel about this upcoming Netflix adaptation of the classic Cowboy Bebop series, but thanks in large part to the show’s classic “Tank!” theme song, the intro is a banger at least.

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Good news! Hitman: Game Of The Year Edition is now on GOG and 70% off. Bad news! The game requires an internet connection for so many singleplayer features that customers on the DRM-free digital store are real mad about it.

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Valve's claim that the Steam Deck would run every game in your Steam library is looking more and more like fact. Yesterday Easy Anti-Cheat announced support for Linux and the Proton compatibility laters the Deck relies upon.

Today, BattlEye Anti-Cheat followed suit, announcing they'd support the Steam Deck and Proton in a tweet.

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Netflix is continuing to expand The Witcher into a giant franchise, announcing today that the main show starring Henry Cavill is getting a third season, while also announcing a second anime film and oddly, a spin-off aimed at kids and families too. The streaming giant also released some new footage from Witcher’s…

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Today Netflix had quite a few reveals to make about its productions dedicated to the world of The Witcher.

First of all, we get the announcement that a third season of the series is coming. On top of that a new animated feature film (likely not an “anime.” Netflix has the habit to use “anime” as a buzzword for anything animated, even if it’s not actual Japanese anime) and a new series dedicated to kids and family.

We also get a trailer and new clips for season 2, on top of a behind-the-scenes look at the prequel The Witcher: Blood Origin.

You can check them all out below.

Foxhole has made foxholes better. The Entrenched update for the massive, multiplayer sandbox war game adds a lot, but top of the pile is new building tools for crafting better bunkers, trenches, and frontline defenses. The update is live now, and there's a video introducing its many features below.

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Is it still a Zachlike if it's not made by Zachtronics? Because The Signal State sure looks like a Zachlike. It's about solving logic puzzles inspired by modular synthesizers, which means you'll tinker with ornate machinery by twisting knobs and changing wiring. It's also wrapped in a post-apocalyptic story in which your actions will "change the fate of agriculture."

It's out now. Check out the trailer below.

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The day that Mondstadt's top idol becomes China's top idol may be soon.

The post 3D Billboard of Genshin Impact Barbara Waves at People in China appeared first on Siliconera.

Hello and welcome to the latest edition of the Giant Bomb Community Spotlight! I, @zombiepie, am once again honored to be your host as we look back at the best community-created works on Giant Bomb.

Team GameSpot is looking for a Guides Editor as well as an experienced editor. Both applications are completed on RedVenture's website and you can also read the qualifications for both positions there as well.

Jeff is still out caring for his second child, but hopefully you have enjoyed more @voidburger on the site as well as the appearance of Gwarsenio during the 09/24/21 UPF.

Speaking of which, here's your premium content wrap up in case you missed anything!

Today, during a livestream from FlightSimExpo 2021 peripheral manufacturer Thrustmaster revealed a new flight simulator controller officially licensed by Boeing.

The TCA (Thrustmaster Civil Aviation) Yoke Boeing Edition was teased yesterday and will reproduce the pendulum action of the real ones on Boeing airliners, and couples with the TCA Quadrant Boeing Edition, throttle set for two engines including interchangeable flaps or spoiler levers, an autopilot selector knob, and more.

Inspired by the 787 Dreamliner, the yoke’s internal structure is 100% metal to guarantee sturdiness.

Thrustmaster worked with Boeing Engineer to get a result as close as possible to the real controls. Incidentally, this is Thrustmaster’s first-ever yoke.

The full reveal will be on November 9 and for now, the manufacturer isn’t ready to share more. A prototype was already available to test at FlightSimExpo.

During this week's Nintendo Direct, we found out that N64 games would soon be playable on Switch via Nintendo's online subscription. More importantly, we found out that Nintendo are making a new wireless N64 controller for use with the Switch.

You can connect the Switch Pro controller to PC with or without a wire, so it stands to reason I'll be able to use this new N64 controller on PC too, right? Because if so, I'm gonna.

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Today's videos focus on Sandman and Dominion, who are both demons that regularly appear in SMT or Persona games.

The post Today’s SMT V Daily Demon Digests Focus on Sandman and Dominion appeared first on Siliconera.

The Mugen Train arc will air from October, followed by the Entertainment District arc in December.

The post Demon Slayer Season 2 Will Air on Funimation and Crunchyroll in October appeared first on Siliconera.

Today Activision Blizzard hosted the grand finals of the Overwatch League, and had news to share about Overwatch 2.

First of all, we get to see the new look devised for Bastion in order to make him more pleasant and approachable. He even has a new hat to underline his newfound friendship with Torbjörn.

On top of that, we get two more videos explaining the gameplay changes for Bastion himself and more for Sombra.

You can watch all the videos below.

Atlus is continuing to release its never-ending series of trailers focusing on the over 200+ demons of its upcoming JRPG Shin Megami Tensei V.

This time around we get to see the gameplay of Bicorn, which debuted in 1994 in Shin Megami Tensei II.

You can watch it below.

Type-moon released another trailer of its upcoming fighting game Melty Blood: Type Lumina, which will soon launch both in Japan and in the west.

While this trailer displays a full match with Kouma Kirishima vs Red Arcueid. In this particular battle, the former bests the latter and we’re likely to see the opposite soon.

You can check it out below.

Here’s how Type-Moon describes Red Arcueid:

“Due to the effects of coming back from a “certain accident,” her vampiric impulses and overwhelming desires have taken over.

Driven by instinct, she arrives in a lowly human city.

Controlled by pure emotion, her actions and words are quite dangerous, but her underlying personality remains mostly unchanged.

The only big difference is her increased selfishness and changed attitude toward humans.”

… And Kouma:

“Head of the Kishima clan, a branch of the Tohno family. He is half demon.
Even among mixed-bloods, his demon blood is strong, making him only barely human.
Usually very quiet, he chooses to live as a hermit in a remote area of the mountains where he seeks to achieve spiritual enlightenment.

Great news, Cobra Kai fans! We finally have a concrete release date for the fourth season of everybody’s favorite dojo-battling action-comedy series. That’s right, the Karate Kid’s hugely popular successor is all set to crane kick its way to Netflix on Dec. 31.

The news comes by way of a brand new trailer that dropped recently. Feel free to check it out in all its nostalgia-inducing glory down below:

Following its original YouTube Premium launch back in 2018, the follow-up to John G Avildsen’s iconic 1984 pic that nobody asked for has fast become one of the biggest runaway hits for Netflix.

Atlus just released another trailer revealing the gameplay of one of the over 200+ demons that will be featured in its upcoming JRPG Shin Megami Tensei V.

The demon showcased today is Andras, which has been part of the series since its debut in Shin Megami Tensei in 1992.

You can watch the trailer below.

Oh look, the PS Plus free game line-up has leaked again. Rumour has it the upcoming freebies will include Hell Let Loose for PS5, and Mortal Kombat X and PGA Tour 2K21 for PS4.

The information once again comes courtesy of French forum Dealabs, which correctly posted September's offerings before they'd been formally confirmed by Sony last month. And once again, the moderation team says it satisfactorily reviewed evidence of the leak in order to let the post remain online (thanks, VGC).

Hell Let Loose - a multiplayer tactical first-person shooter video game that sees players fight in battles of the Western and Eastern Fronts of World War 2 - has been out on PC since the summer, but isn't coming to consoles until next month.

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The second season of Netflix's The Witcher show might not have been released yet, but that hasn't stopped Netflix from announcing a third series.

Showrunner Lauren Hissrich confirmed the news by tweeting, "Season Three. Let's do this, baby" and including the updated animated logo for the next season.

We also got three new teasers for the upcoming second series, too; check out the "Road to Season 2" trailer above, which summarises what's happened in the show thus far, whereas below, you can get a first look at Geralt and Ciri in the second season, as well as another "first look" at Nivellen.

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Anti-cheat software BattlEye and Easy Anti-Cheat have confirmed they will support Valve's handheld Steam Deck.

BattlEye - which is used in games like Destiny 2, Rainbow Six Siege, and PUBG - announced that as well as running on Linux and MacOS, it also supports Wine and Proton, the latter of which is used in Steam's upcoming handheld device.

"BattlEye has provided native Linux and Mac support for a long time and we can announce that we will also support the upcoming Steam Deck (Proton)," BattlEye announced on Twitter (thanks, PC Gamer). "This will be done on an opt-in basis with game developers choosing whether they want to allow it or not."

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The opening credits, along with cast pictures and character introductions, have been shared online.

The post Live-Action Cowboy Bebop Opening Honors the Original appeared first on Siliconera.

Sundays are for watching Antiques Roadshow with all your might. Before you tune in, let's read this week's best writing about games.

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It’s been said many, many times, but video games are very hard to make and stupid complex. So there will always be bugs. Some bugs are annoying and ruin a game. Other bugs, like some that are popping up in the Halo Infinite beta, are funny and just a hoot to look at it. Let’s look at some!

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Hello! It’s time for Kotaku’s Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon.

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