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The latest entry in the Monster Hunter franchise is less than two months away and is coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch. To build up the excitement for the release of Monster Hunter Rise, Capcom has released a free demo that can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop from now until Feb. 1. After spending some time with the demo, I have some mixed thoughts about the experience.

For starters, I am not a Monster Hunter veteran. I’ve yet to find a Monster Hunter game that lured me in, and trapped me in for more than a few hours of gameplay. However, as a fan of the Switch, and as someone who is open to liking a game like Monster Hunter, I’m coming into Monster Hunter Rise with a fresh set of eyes hoping to be enthralled. As of right now though with Rise, I can’t entirely say that I’m there yet.

Today Sega announced another AC Scratch collection for the western servers of its popular MMORPG Phantasy Star Online 2.

The title is “Idola Chronicles” and people who have paid attention will likely recognize the costumes and hint to the name of the mobile game Idola Phantasy Star Saga.

Funnily, the announcement tiptoes around actually mentioning the mobile game, likely because it isn’t published by Sega in the west.

The collection releases tomorrow, Jan. 12, and will be available until Feb. 10. You can find a full list of the included items on the official blog post.

You can check out a trailer below.

January tends to be light on game announcements, companies often coast off of the holiday season for a bit- but Microsoft decided to throw out a little something for Xbox fans. Today Microsoft unveiled a brand new color variant for the newest iteration of their flagship controller.

Known for going above and beyond in the naming department, this new controller is not just red – it’s Pulse Red. Despite the fancy name, the controller does no sort of pulsing- but the design is extremely crisp nonetheless. The controller sports the updated features that launched with the Xbox Series X/S controllers back in November, including the new share button.

Hitman 3 looks even more brilliant with every new detail and reel of footage, and today there’s yet more reason to celebrate for the completionists out there. That’s because for the very first time in the Hitman trilogy there’s a platinum trophy to score.

Spotted by PowerPyx, the full trophy list features 46 achievements, and it already lists an additional 36 (not needed for the plat) across three upcoming DLC packs that take players back to familiar locations from previous games in the series.

Scanning through the list briefly, it doesn’t appear as though there are any truly nightmarish achievements. Notably, as PowerPyx notes, there are several that allude to unlocking shortcuts, which is tied to an all-new feature of Hitman 3 that puts a premium on exploring each of its sandboxes thoroughly.

Speaking of sandboxes, in related news today, developer IO Interactive has revealed all of the game’s six different locations, which you can check out here.

Hitman 3 launches on Jan. 20 for PC, Google Stadia, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and will be coming to Nintendo Switch via cloud streaming technology.

For more on Hitman 3, its anticipated PSVR functionality was showcased in a trailer last week.

As this year sees the eighth console generation draws to a close, it was bid farewell by a swansong of great games in 2020, some of which are undoubtedly the most impressive yet seen on PS4 and Xbox One. Today, as part of Twinfinite’s annual award season, we’re taking a look back at the best action/adventure games of 2020.

After a long year, it’s finally awards season here at Twinfinite and throughout this month we’re going to look back at our favorite games of 2020. The shooters genre has had a strong year, but here’s our breakdown of the best shooters of 2020.

Voted on by our editors, these were the shooters that stood apart from the pack. We considered both first-person and third-person shooters, so let’s take a look at the best of the year.

Hitman 3 studio IO Interactive announced all six locations the game will take place in when it launches next week for PC and consoles.

Agent 47 will travel to six unique locations across three continents, and the game will contain “a narrative-focused finale” that will conclude the trilogy of games that started with the Hitman reboot in 2016.

The developer did not reveal any story beats of why Agent 47 will need to visit each of these places, but did give a brief description for each level that may give an idea of some of the missions.

The six locations are:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Experience the grandeur and decadence of Dubai at the opening ceremony of the tallest building in the world. Join an excited crowd to witness the breath-taking scenery and explore the top floors of this exquisite building – both inside and out.

Dartmoor, United Kingdom

Travel to the historic Thornbridge Manor in Dartmoor for a mission with a murder mystery twist. Choose your own path to your objectives or take on the role of detective to solve a murder and eliminate your target. Two birds, one disguise.

Berlin, Germany

Head to the outskirts of Berlin, a city known for its fairytales, vibrant style and chaotic nightlife. Whether you’re looking for a place to reflect and recuperate or want to experience the dizzying adrenaline rush of an epic rave, Berlin will help you find both of those things and everything in between.

Chongqing, China

It’s finally award season here at Twinfinite! Over the course of the next week we’re going to look back at our favorite games of 2020. That includes the plethora of memorable indie games the year has seen. These are the best indie games of 2020.

Voted on by our editors and staff, these were the indie games that stood apart from the pack.

Valorant will soon launch its Episode 2 and introduce a new Japanese agent named Yoru. Today, a new trailer was released.

After showcasing Yoru in cinematic glory and even dedicating a song to his coming today the new agent reveals his gameplay, which is certainly strongly based on stealth.

You can check him out below and see if he fits your playstyle. The cool factor certainly is there.

Episode 2 will also bring a new Battle Pass, and it’s coming on January 13.

If you’re unfamiliar with Valorant, which is currently available for PC, you can read an official description below.

Today Bandai Namco Entertainment released a new trailer showcasing the upcoming DLC for Dragon Ball FighterZ.

This time around, we get to see the next character in gameplay action, and it’s Super Baby 2.

He will be released on Jan. 15 while we already know that Gogeta SS4 will come at a later and yet unannounced time.

Those who purchased the FighterZ Pass will be able to access Super Baby 2 on Jan. 13.

You can check him out below.

Super Baby 2 and Gogeta SS4 are the fourth and fifth characters to be released within season 3, which started with Kefla and then continued with Ultra Instinct Goku, and Master Roshi.

JustSim has released Santorini International Airport (LGSR) for Microsoft Flight Simulator, bringing another popular vacation destination to 2020’s flight sim.

The airport is available on SimMarket for about $21 plus applicable taxes. It comes with its own installer, so you don’t need to do much fiddling in order to get things up and running.

Santorini airport is host to regular flights to and from Athens, but it lights up in the summer when a metric ton of airlines activate their links with pretty much every major hub in Europe.

Since the airport mixes both civilian and military use, it’s certainly interesting from the operational point of view, which adds to the beautiful location further embellished by spectacular sunrises over the sea.

The military base, though, also adds to the challenge of recreating the airport, increasing the difficulty of finding reliable source material. Google maps has the whole structure blurred, while Bing Maps is outdated by about a year.

This also means that it’s difficult to review it. Just as the developers had to work harder to find source material, it hasn’t been easy to verify the add-on’s fidelity.

CD Projekt Red’s commitment to fixing Cyberpunk 2077’s poor performance on PS4 and Xbox One will be monitored by UOKiK, Poland’s Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, which has the authority to fine the company up to 10% of its yearly income should its obligations not be met.

Those obligations allude to the developer’s pledge to release two major patches in January and February. Further, the extent to which it follows through in offering refunds to unhappy customers across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.

A UOKiK spokesperson told Polish outlet Dziennik Gazeta Prawna (translated by IGN):

“We are asking the company for explanation regarding problems with the game and actions taken by them. We will check how the developer is working on patches or solving issues preventing playing on various consoles, but also what steps [the company] is planning to take regarding people [who requested refunds] and are not happy with their purchase because they can’t play the game on owned hardware, despite assurances by the producer.”

Notably, UOKiK’s report indicates that even CD Projekt Red’s efforts thus far to issue refunds may not be deemed satisfactory, which could ultimately mean it’s forced to pay a maximum fine on top.

AGDQ 2021 came to a close over the weekend and while it was yet another online-only event, we still got to see plenty of top-tier speedruns, along with a few world records for some categories as well. Here are our picks for the best speedruns we saw during AGDQ 2021 over the last week.

Silent Hill 3

Best Speedruns AGDQ 2021

If you’ve seen any of Punchy’s runs before, you probably already know what to expect from this one. Punchy is best known for being energetic and charismatic during his runs, properly explaining the various speed techniques he makes use of in the game, while also injecting humor in between to keep things entertaining.

Silent Hill and Resident Evil speedruns are always fun to watch, and the Extra new game category for Silent Hill 3 is no different. Punchy is deft with controlling and maneuvering Heather through the tight corridors and weird camera angles, and it’s always fun to see both character and runner dressed up in fun costumes.

Well, we made it, 2021 has arrived. 2020 was a year partly defined by the separation of friends and loved ones for many people around the world. Co-op video games became a core component in keeping family and friends together during one of the most trying years in recent memory.

While 2021 has the making of being a much needed turning point for the world, it could still be some time until we’re all together again. Until that time comes, 2021 is looking to have a wealth of games that will keep parties going for months to come. Here are the best co-op games coming out in 2021!

Note: This list only contains games with confirmed 2021 released dates.

When Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) launched in 2018, I had mixed feelings about it. The price point was fine; it was inevitable that eventually we’d have to start paying to use online services, and at only $20 a year, it surely beats the rates of its competition.

I like the extras that NSO offers. This seems to be the meat of the service. A growing library of retro games, the occasional exclusive demo, and the even more occasional brand new titles (Tetris 99 and Super Mario Bros. 35) give me a reason to keep renewing even when I’m not playing Switch games online.

The Switch is coming up on its 4th anniversary this March, and I often hear discussions about what Nintendo could do to improve the NSO service. The most common idea that gets thrown around is an obvious improvement: simply add more consoles to the retro library service.

I don’t think there’s anyone who wouldn’t appreciate an easy way to play games from consoles like Nintendo 64 and Game Boy Advance on their Switch, especially if they came “free” with the online subscription. 

Riot Games is preparing to launch Valorant’s anticipated second episode later this week, which arguably marks its most substantial and exciting content drop since the game launched back in June of last year.

It’s set to introduce a sneaky duelist agent named Yoru who looks like a very compelling addition to the roster, as well as some balancing changes to two other agents, new battle pass content, and tweaks to competitive matchmaking.

It’s such a big deal, in fact, that over the weekend Riot revealed a lengthy –and quite brilliant — cinematic animation to build the hype, which is only the second of its kind. I’m sure fans will agree that it’s exciting to see the developer finally deliver on fleshing out Valorant’s lore in the way it’s alluded to for a long time. This one was worth the wait:

You’ll notice some of Yoru’s utility teased during the sequence if you checked it out, which revolves around his ability to bait and trick opponents with a kit that strongly favors those who like to lurk around the map.

If you’re not up to speed, here’s the breakdown of each ability:

Genshin Impact developer MiHoYo released another trailer for one of its newest character recently added to the popular action RPG.

The trailer focuses on Ganyu, showcasing her gameplay and abilities.

You can check her out below. If you want to see more about her, you can also enjoy her introduction trailer.

Here’s a brief introduction for Ganyu.

“Light-footed, she paces the streets and alleys. She has some secrets regarding Liyue Harbor to share with you at night before the rising of the sun.”

Today third-party add-on developer Drzewiecki Design released some new screenshots of its upcoming Tokyo Narita airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator.

The screenshots, shared on the developer’s Instagram account, showcase the static aircraft which will be parked on the aprons and in the hangars.

Not only they include full physically-based materials, giving them a more realistic look, but a lot of attention appears to have gone into creating interesting scenes with equipment and cargo around them.

You can check the images below.

Back in 2010, Bandai Namco (then called Namco Bandai) released .hack//Link for PSP in Japan, developed by CyberConnect2, but it never came west.

The developer‘s vocal president Hiroshi Matsuyama took to YouTube to explain not only why the game was released on PSP intead of PS2 or PS3, but also why it never came west.

The choice of platform boils down to the success of the PSP in Japan, as the possibility of a worldwide release was pretty much an afterthought back then.

The game also had a more approachable concept compared to its predecessor in order to tempt younger players to try the franchise after its existing fanbase had gotten older.

As for why the game was never localized, it’s actually pretty simple. Bandai Namco’s American and European arms didn’t want it because it was for PSP PSP, which wasn’t a very successful platform in the west.

Matsuyama mentioned that, in hindsight, the developer should have probably reconsidered the choice of platform.

You can watch the video below, making sure to activate subtitles.

Azur Lane developer Yostar announced that the western servers of the game will receive the Pizza Hut collaboration skins.

The skins for Belfast and Fubuki were originally released only on the Chinese servers a while ago, but now they’re making their way to the west, with a caveat.

They’re losing all the actual Pizza Hut branding, which is a bit odd, but I guess Licensing is to blame here. If you don’t care to be exposed to corporate publicity, I guess it can be considered a perk.

On the other hand, we’re also missing on the third skin for Hornet, which was recently revealed for Japan and wasn’t part of the original collaboration in China.

The event will start on January 12 and end on January 25, with Fubuki’s skin obtainable for free by playing.

You can see the skins we’re getting in the west and the Japanese ones below.

Today another major American airport received a custom rendition for Microsoft Flight Simulator as FSDreamTeam released Louisville International Airport (KSDF).

Louisville is certainly interesting due to being a mixed-use hub for both military and civilian traffic. While it doesn’t have any international airliner link, it still gets the name due to the heavy cargo traffic to and from other continents.

Perhaps even more interesting is the price, as Lousiville can be purchased for roughly $12 (plus applicable VAT) on FSDreamTeam’s own store or SimMarket. That’s certainly a breath of fresh air in a market that sees much smaller and simpler airports sold for over $20.

You can check out a gallery and an official description below.

Valorant will soon launch its Episode 2 and introduce a new Japanese agent named Yoru. To celebrate, Riot Games published a music video.

The video, coming from the Japanese arm of Riot, showcases a song performed by famous local rapper AK-69.

The video also features art by popular painter Masayuki Kojo and work by the media creative group Hanabi.

You can check it out below alongside an interview with AK-69 himself, for which you can activate English subtitles.

The accompanying press release also included the lyrics of the song:

Today Bushiroard announced a new collaboration in its popular DJ rhythm game D4DJ Groovy Mix, and it’s with Monster Hunter.

This means that fans are getting themed costumes for their favorite idol DJs in the game, on top of themed music (mostly from Monster Hunter World) to play with.

The event will start on Jan. 12 and end on Jan. 21.

You can check out the trailer below and perhaps wish the collaboration worked in the other direction as well.

Incidentally, this is not the first collaboration between Capcom and Bushiroad on D4DJ Groovy Mix, as the game debuted with a Street Fighter crossover.

D4DJ Groovy Mix released in Japan on October 25 for iOS and Android.

It’s part of a mixed media project by Bushiroad that includes games, anime, and live concert. You may be familiar with Busiroad mostly due to another rhythm mobile game, BanG Dream!.

The week-long speedrunning marathon Awesome Games Done Quick 2021 raised over $2.7 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation on Sunday morning.

The event began last Sunday with a Mirror’s Edge speedrun and concluded earlier today with an “All Dungeons” run of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time ending on a total of $2,758,847 raised for the organization. Donations are still being taken after the event ended, and the total is $2,760,340 at the time of this writing.

The total was less than last year’s event which raised over $3.1 million, but Awesome Games Done Quick 2021 was held as an online only event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

There were 157 speedruns during the event including games such as Hades, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, Left 4 Dead 2, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and more. It may also be the only time that Super Mario Bros. 35 is ran at a GDQ event as the Nintendo Switch online battle royale game will be playable until March 31.

SimulaM’s upcoming game “I Am Jesus Christ” created quite a stir on the press when it was announced back in 2019 and has made progress over the following year culminating with the recent Christmas trailer.

Today the developer released a new video focusing on recapping that year of development including a trip to Israel to research the subject matter and a look at plenty of images from the game in developmemt.

We also learn that a free “prologue” version will be released on Steam to give players a chance to see what the game is all about. This should come between June and July 2021.

Before that, Simulam plans to hit Kickstarter and releasing a demo between the end of April and the beginning of May.

You can watch the video below.

Coreupt creator Jesse Wright shared more videos of the upcoming next-gen fighting game.

The video showcase a few of the characters that will be included in the game as they duke it out in fast and furious action.

Incidentally, we recently heard that a beta for the game is coming soon. It will include Gatling, Winry, and Destroy, plus two unannounced characters.

You can check out the videos below.

Aerosoft and TDM Scenery Design released new screenshots of the upcoming La Coruna airport (LECO) for Microsoft Flight Simulator.

The screenshots were provided on the official Aerosoft Forum (sources: 1, 2, 3) and also showcase a new peek at the upcoming Bombardier CRJ add-on.

We also get the confirmation that TDM Scenery Design is partnering with Aerosoft for the release of the airport.

We get to see not only new parts of the airport, but also a look at new areas surrounding it that are being added by the developers at TDM.

You can check them all out below.

Capcom is continuing to release videos to promote its upcoming Monster Hunter game Monster Hunter Rise.

This time around we get to see two TV commercials released in Japan to publicize the recently-released demo.

On top of that, we take a look at more videos showcasing characters, endemic life, and armor.

Some of these videos have been published before on Twitter, but now we get to see them at full resolution and in their original aspect ratio.

As a bonus, we also take a look at artwork of Kagero the merchant.

Sega is continuing to provide new information and assets about its upcoming online RPG Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis.

A few new screenshots were provided by the official community Twitter account Rappy.Commu (sources: 1, 2, 3, 4).

We get to take a look at the smallest of the enemy dolls, named Fuwan. The name seems to be deriving from the fact that they can float, and they are proficient at ranged attacks.

We also see the outer wall that defends Central City from enemy attacks. Apparently climbing on it lets you see far in the distance and take great screenshots.

Another image showcases the stamp system that can be used to communicate in the game, while the last provides a look at a beautiful sunrise enabled by the game’s day & night cycle.

Today Riot Games released the new cinematic dedicated to Episode 2 of its popular game Valorant.

The star of the cinematic is, of course, Yoru, the new agent that will be introduced with Episode 2 when it launches.

We also see Phoenix, Cypher, Jett, and Viper, but they certainly take a back seat compared to the newcomer.

You can check it out below.

Episode 2 will also bring a new Battle Pass, and it’s coming on January 13.

If you’re unfamiliar with Valorant, which is currently available for PC, you can read an official description below.

“Blend your style and experience on a global, competitive stage. You have 13 rounds to attack and defend your side using sharp gunplay and tactical abilities. And, with one life per-round, you’ll need to think faster than your opponent if you want to survive. Take on foes across Competitive and Unranked modes as well as Deathmatch and Spike Rush.

Today third-party add-on developer Orbx announced another airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator, Tweed New Haven (KHVN).

Being one of the two commercial airports in Connecticut, this is a rather good choice for both airliners and general aviation traffic. On top of that, it’s right in the middle of one of the most detailed areas of Microsoft Flight Simulator.

At the moment, release date and pricing have not been announced, but you can check out a gallery of screenshots and an official description and feature list below.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition will receive a physical release when the re-release of the 2010 arcade brawler comes to PC and consoles next week.

Distributor Limited Run Games announced it will be holding a six-week open pre-order for physical copies of the game starting next week on Friday, Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. ET.

The physical release will come in three editions: Standard, Classic, and K.O. The Standard Edition includes the game itself with a commemorative concert ticket, reversible cover art and a full-color instruction booklet for $34.99.

The Classic Edition adds a deluxe clamshell retro box, CD soundtrack, folded overworld map, and sticker sheet for $54.99, while the K.O. Edition includes all of that and extra items in a hardshell roadie case box also holding a mini-concert with lights and sounds for $139.99.

Limited Run Games said the open pre-order next week will be for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch versions, and plans to do an Xbox One version “at a future date.”

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition will be launching in digital marketplaces for PC, Google Stadia, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on Jan. 14.

Following the recently-released Helsinki Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator, third-party add-on developer JustSim is back with a completely different destination, Santorini.

The airport is mixed-use between civilian and military, and it’s a relevant destination for many airlines bringing tourists to the Cyclades islands in the summer, meaning that, besides regular flights to and from Athens, most of its traffic is seasonal.

You can find it on SimMarket for approximately $21 + applicable VAT.

Below you can see a gallery of screenshots and an official description from the developers.

Treyarch has detailed what fans can expect from the mid-season update and released the full patch notes for yesterday’s Black Ops Cold War patch.

For Jan. 7, three new playlists and modes have been added to multiplayer, on top of bug fixes. First off is a brand-new playlist, called Raid + Crossroads Strike 24/7, which’ll see you play exclusively on the two small, close-quarters focused maps.

Then, you’ll now also be able to play two new modes: Gunfight Blueprints and Dirty Bomb Duos, the first seeing you play 2v2 with randomized loadout blueprints and the latter seeing ten teams of two race to “collect uranium stockpiles and detonate more dirty bombs than the competition.”

Looking forward, the mid-season update is due to come to Black Ops Cold War on Jan. 14. First of all, it will introduce a “massive new Fireteam map” called Sanatorium, and multiplayer will see the debut of Dropkick, a new mode that sees two teams of six fight for control of nuclear codes.

Elsewhere, in Zombies, a new Cranked mode will join the chaos, where “every zombie killed resets the timer counting down to your demise.” If you want to check out all the patch notes for the recent update, you can check out Treyarch’s post. It also has all the information you’ll need about the so-called DMR nerf that recently came to Warzone.

That’s all that’s been revealed so far for the mid-season update for Black Ops Cold War, and nothing has been revealed so far for Warzone. If and when anything is revealed, we’ll be sure to update you.

You can jump into the new Black Ops Cold War content next week, on Jan. 14.

Today third-party add-on developer DC Designs revealed release and pricing details of the upcoming F-15 add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator.

The package will launch either on Jan. 20 or Jan. 21, and will be priced at $37 including four versions of the Eagle (C, D, E, and I).

Those who already own the package for previous simulators will be able to upgrade to the Microsoft Flight Simulator version for $13.50.

The release will be on Just Flight, while the developer hopes to have it on the official Microsoft Flight Simulator store within a few weeks.

DC Designs promises that the aircraft will be consistently updated and improved after release, which is always good to hear.

We also learn that work on the Hawk T2 has been suspended since another reputable developer is also working on it. Instead, DC Designs will release an F-22 Raptor at some point in 2021. We get to see some work-in-progress images below.

Do keep in mind that the screenshots are very early in development.

Bloober Team released a new trailer showing off its upcoming third-person psychological horror game The Medium.

This time around, we get to see more of the game’s visuals and art style, with an introduction from the developers on what they wanted to achieve with The Medium’s looks and feel, especially in relation to its seamless integration between the real world and the spirit world.

You can check it out below.

The Medium can already be pre-ordered both for Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam. It’ll release on Jan. 18, 20211.

Following the reveal earlier today, SNK sent in a press release focusing on The King of Fighters XV and Samurai Shodown.

We get to take another look at the characters revealed for The King of Fighters XV, who will certainly feel very familiar to fans of the series.

You can check them out in the gallery below.

Dying Light 2’s development feels as though it’s been making slow progress, and this week it’s been a further blow with the loss of Pawel Selinger, its lead art director and writer. Selinger had been with the company for 22 years, having worked on titles such as the original Dying Light, Dead Island, and Call of Juarez.

Selinger wrote on his Linkedin page earlier this week:

“After over twenty-two years, I decided to end my cooperation with Techland. I would like to express my gratitude to the company that has allowed me to develop and fulfill myself for half my life. Techland, I will always be rooting for you, as well as the great people I have met thanks to you.”

It’s the second member of Dying Light 2’s writing team to cease work on the project following the exit of Chris Avallone last year, who was forced out after allegations of sexual misconduct.

Both departures also follow rumors of a troubled development cycle, which gained traction amongst worried fans who wondered why so little of the game had been shown since its initial reveal. Indeed, Twinfinite first enjoyed a hands-off preview of the game back at E3 2018 which looked thoroughly impressive, but we’ve seen precious little since.

Today Nintendo announced that its mobile game Dragalia Lost will host a new event featuring the popular JRPG Persona 5.

The event will include Joker and other characters appearing in the mobile game playable adventurers.

The event will come in late January, and it’ll be interesting to see its effect on the Cygames-developed game.

Incidentally, while the western version of the announcement only mentions “Persona series,” the Japanese wording is more specific, clarifying that the event is a collaboration with Persona 5 Strikers. This is not surprising, considering that the game developed by Koei Tecmo is also on the Switch.

You can take an early look in the video below.

If you’re unfamiliar with Dragalia Lost, it’s currently available for iOS and Android.

Below you can read an official description.

Developer Housemarque’s latest “Housecast” video series has today shone a spotlight on some all-new footage of its upcoming action game Returnal.

In this latest episode, marketing manager Mikael Haveri and the game’s director, Harry Krueger, explain the studio’s shift from its traditional arcade titles to a more cinematic, full 3D action game.

Krueger describes Returnal as a “bold” project that champions Housemarque’s core –and familiar– gameplay philosophies but with “a new dimension of ambition and complexity added to the mix.”

As the two discuss the studio’s vision for Returnal as a montage of new footage illustrates their points, and it really does look like a high-budget, third-person Nex Machina. You’ll notice the character dash through waves of bullets in intense gunfights that playout just like a bullet-hell experience.

Unlike its previous 2D games, though, Returnal’s level design is built around incorporating lots of verticality, while the tempo and focus on momentum is all about encouraging players to experiment with traversal. In addition to jumping and dashing there’s also a grappling hook to really boost across areas at pace.

The discussion also highlights Housemarque’s commitment to creating a tactile gameplay experience that really feels fun to play. And yes, that includes using PS5’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback to enhance immersion. Notably, the game features a fully customizable control layout so players are able to tailor the experience to their preference.

The discussion concludes with Krueger giving his take on the challenges of replicating the intense 2D avoidance-style gameplay of traditional arcade games, and how the studio has translated that to Returnal. In particular, features such as different enemy types, weapons, on-screen indicators, and audio design in order to help it feel as intuitive as Housemarque’s previous titles.