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  • Atomfall review: A brutal Fallout-style British survival action game on PS5
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    Developer Rebellion has tried its hand at a new survival action game that draws comparisons with the Fallout series and this uniquely British themed quarantine open-world is just a deadly and full of horrorsTech15:02, 24 Mar 2025AtomfallIts not often you get to batter a violent druid to death with a cricket bat in lockdown Britain.But then its not often you get to play Atomfall from video game developer Rebellion.Article continues belowThe Oxford-based game makers are famed for their bloody and brutal Sniper Elite shooter titles.But theyve turned their attention to the Fallout-style survival-action genre for this new PS5 and Xbox game.And theyve done a good job in creating a very English world of pubs and villages, turning it sinister with a quarantine zone and various factions at play in a murderous land beside an atom plant.This is a very British themed video gameREAD MORE: Daily Star's newsletter brings you the biggest and best stories sign up todayYou start the game with amnesia and are quickly thrown into a huge open sandbox of a world with a mysterious call at a classic red British phone box.From there on in it really is your call as to how you proceed, with little in the way of hand holding.And that in itself is quite exhilarating, as the usual gaming tropes of go here, do that are absent, replaced instead by bits of conversation and clues - a Leads system - that you have to try to work out to progress the storyline.It works well and you go from comments like find the Interchange to a rather lengthy hunt across dangerous, lawless lands, stumbling across not-so-murderous folk who will help nudge you in the right direction.The combat is satisfying and in first-person. Theres plenty of weaponry to collect and use, from ranged guns, rifles and bows to melee items like cricket bats, maces, spiked clubs and sickles.Fights are frantic and bloody and youll find yourself dying a lot if you go with the recommended gameplay level from the off.The baddies generally fall into a handful of categories, from outlaws to military thugs to feral monsters. And theyre varied enough to each bring their own ways of fighting amid scarce resources.There are all kinds of unusual weapons to findREAD MORE: Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition review: Cult classic gets new life on SwitchThe world of Atomfall is made up of interconnecting open-world maps, all with their own distinct set of characters, factions and opportunities.Places like Wyndham Village feel like the quaint British town we all know complete with shops and community centres, while Skethermoor is a far more open lawless farmland style of place with roaming baddies.Its all peppered with bits of Britishness, from dartboards on the walls to red phone boxes and recognisable street signage.And the characters you meet all have those overly accented accents to make sure you know youre speaking to an English person.Its up to you who to trust and ultimately follow as you carve out a storyline that fits around their direction.It means you can come back after the credits roll to make different decisions for another outcome.But while it all looks lovely and plays well enough, under the hood there isn t really any innovation here in gameplay.The baddies can come at you quick and fastYoull have played titles just like this and some better if youve explored this genre before.If a mystery-driven British-themed survival title floats your boat then you should give this a go.Its not quite up there with the Fallout series but delivers a unique and highly challenging first-person action experience.Article continues belowVERDICT 4/5
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  • Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition review: Cult classic gets new life on Switch
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    Xenoblade Chronicles X sees out the Switch generation in style, while pushing the 2017 system to new heights read our full review of the Definitive Edition for moreTech15:29, 24 Mar 2025Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is one of Switch's best-looking titlesIts quite telling that so many of the Wii Us best games have found whole new audiences on the Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and so many more are testament to Nintendos rise in the hardware stakes ahead of the Switch 2 release this year.In that sense, its probably quite fitting that one of the Switchs last first-party titles should be one of the most ambitious RPGs from the last generation, giving Nintendo fans a technically staggering port of a great-looking game that deserved better. Xenoblade Chronicles X not only completes the series on Nintendos hybrid system, but it arguably stands tallest among them.Article continues belowYou can explore Mira from the ground of the skiesAs with many of you reading this, I didnt own a Wii U, so Xenoblade Chronicles X had always felt somewhat of a mystery to me. A huge, open-world RPG with the ability to pilot mechs, it always felt right up my proverbial street but I never thought Id get the chance to play it.After playing the other three Xenoblade titles on Switch, however, Im thankful to have finally had that opportunity and if youre curious about jumping in having not touched the original or others in the series, fear not because theres no direct link other than a sense of scale thats simply not seen in other Switch RPGs.Picking up in cheerful fashion where Earth has been decimated by a war with aliens, humanity has hopped on The White Whale, a colossal ship thats crashlanded on Mira a lush, impressively vertical playground to explore.Xenoblade Chronicles X is an impressive technical achievement on Switch 1Its sci-fi 101, and while the initial plot beats arent necessarily going to draw you in, the size of Mira might. It truly feels gargantuan in a way that feels like some kind of dark magic has been called upon to get it running on Switch. This is a console from 2017, after all, and while 30fps may not be the compliment I intend it to be, it is solid throughout.Youll get to see plenty of it, too Xenoblade Chronicles Xs story may start slower, but once you get yourself a mech suit (Skell), youll be flying, transforming into a motorcycle and engaging in combat throughout Mira. In fact, Id wager a decent portion of my time reviewing the game was just flying from vista to vista, taking in the colourful majesty of the world.The game really opens up once you gain access to SkellsThroughout your adventures (and there are plenty of them), youll come into contact with native species of Mira as well as other extraterrestrial life. While Xenoblade as a series has a very MMO-like structure of managing cooldowns and auto-attacks that some might find too passive, I appreciated the way Xenoblade Chronicles X mixes things up.Triggering Battle Arts that match the setup move of your teammates in battle makes things feel a little like a tag-team match, and less like youre just wailing on foes ad nauseum. Matching that process with status effects that floor big enemies for follow-up damage, for example, makes fights feel dynamic and, at times, a little more challenging than others in the series.Combat is more dynamic than it first appearsIf you thought getting into your Skell would make things too easy, then trust me when I say the bigger you are, the bigger your foes can get, too. Enemies you did your best to sneak past early on become a worthy opponent, and from the moment you get your Skell, it really does almost feel like a different game.This Definitive Edition has also learned from prior entries, too. Its world is huge, yes, but it avoids the spaghetti-like map frustration of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 by making it much easier to be guided along to your next objective, while keeping things optional for those that want to explore at their own pace.There's a dizzying amount of content hereWhile I havent played the Wii U original, those that have will still find a lot to like here. Not only is the game better looking than the 2015 version, but the UI has been drastically cleaned up and retooled.You also no longer need to head back to town to swap party members, and they level up regardless of whether theyre with you or not something thats a godsend given how often youll mix and match your squad.Theres also additional story content, too, making it an ideal time to replay.Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is another fantastic RPG on a console absolutely chock full of them, but perhaps has the honour of being one of the most visually impressive.Article continues belowFrom Skell exploration to enjoyable combat and a wide open world, Im so glad it flew the coup from the Wii U and crash-landed on Switch. Now, about that next console, NintendoReviewed on Nintendo Switch. Review code provided by the publisher.
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  • McDonalds Minecraft Movie Adult Happy Meals: Start date, full list & all we know
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    Grab yourself a Happy Meal for adults with a new Minecraft Movie Meal here's what we know about what's included, and when you can get your own one before collectors swoopTech10:46, 24 Mar 2025Which one are you after?(Image: McDonald's)Minecraft is one of the world's most popular video games, and we've recently seen the announcement of a theme park, and even a sort-of sequel from the original creator.Hollywood's gone 'block mad', too, with the new Minecraft Movie bringing together Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Jennifer Coolidge, and more. While we've already seen Doritos revamp its crisps to squares for the movie's launch, many are just as excited for a new McDonalds promotion.Article continues belowThe iconic fast food chain is offering what might be its first ever 'Adult Happy Meal', with six collectible toys up for grabs in a move that has already captured the imagination of collectors. Here's all we know about the collaboration, including when you can grab your own.These classic McDonalds mascots are getting a blocky makeover(Image: McDonald's)The Minecraft Movie Happy Meals will debut on March 26, meaning Minecraft fans and Happy Meal enthusiasts don't have long to wait at all.The promotion sees blocky toys up for grabs(Image: McDonalds)The new Happy Meal comes wth the usual inclusions of a main, side, and drink, but includes one of six Minecraft versions of McDonalds characters.Hamburgler, Grimace, and Birdie all feature, as well as some Minecraft creatures like the Creeper, a bee, and pink sheep, while the addition of blockified McDonalds items like fries and burgers is a nice touch.Which collectible have you got your eyes on?(Image: McDonalds)It's not just the happy meal, either. McDonalds is offering a new McFlurry in an Apple Cake flavour, with apple and shortcake toppings, as well as a 'Nether Flame' hot sauce that's likely to be perfect for nuggets and fries alike.Finally, there are Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers to try, too. Which will you be trying?The full Minecraft menu is impressive(Image: McDonalds)As for the film, A Minecraft Movie drops on April 4 at cinemas, and has reportedly been in development under various versions since 2014. It's being directed by Jared Hess, who previously directed Napoleon Dynamite, Nacho Libre, and 2024's Thelma The Unicorn.Article continues belowNow, is anyone else's stomach rumbling after reading all that, or just me?For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • GTA 6 release date delay could mean rivals 'tank' - here's why
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    We've heard that GTA 6 could 'save' the games industry, but another analyst has warned rivals to be wary of the pitfalls of trying to predict Rockstar's next moveTech10:04, 24 Mar 2025Updated 10:04, 24 Mar 2025Rockstar could headline one of the best years in gaming(Image: Rockstar)Grand Theft Auto 6 is, as far as we know, launching in 2025, although Rockstar has been more focused on GTA 5's Enhanced Edition for now.Reports had suggested that GTA 6 being priced higher than a standard video game release could 'save' the games industry, but one analyst has now predicted it could have the opposite effect for some companies.Article continues belowSpeaking to PCGamer, Ben Porter, director of consulting at games industry intelligence firm Newzoo said that companies hedging their bets on a GTA 6 release may end up regretting it.GTA 6 is still coming this year (apparently)(Image: Rockstar)"If you're a game company who's holding its breath waiting for GTA 6 to get out, and then it gets delayed by three, four, five, six months, what do you do?" Porter told PCGamer at last week's GDC."You either have to be able to launch into that big black hole that's been left open now, or you have to extend your run rate by an additional six monthsI'm certain some companies are going to tank as a result of that, right?"Given the small margins for error when planning a game's release date, it sounds as though there's a concern that some publishers may leave it too late particularly if GTA 6 does end up slipping into 2026.As for 'saving' the industry, Porter feels like it won't necessarily be "universally uplifting"."You do hear a lot of people who are saying that GTA 6 is going to rejuvenate the market," he explains."And I think that there's an element of truth to that, but I don't know that it's necessarily going to be universally uplifting."It will certainly have an effect. It will put eyes back on the games market from investors and things like that. But everybody that we're talking to, they're ships trying to move out of the way of this big iceberg that is GTA 6.""Everybody's trying to pull their game forward, push their game backtheir strategy is to get out of the way. So if that's what everybody's behavior is, then how do you believe that this is going to rejuvenate the games industry?"Until Rockstar says more, it's a strange limbo for the industry to be in but we might hear more as early as next week.Article continues belowFor more on GTA 6, check out when AI predicts the game will launch, as well as the series' best celebrity cameos so far.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Nintendo Switch 2 preorder time: Here's the exact time you should be able to get yours
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    Ready for the Switch 2 and desperate to hit that pre-order button? We've got good news the Switch 2 pre-order time may have been revealed, meaning you can skip the queuesTech10:23, 24 Mar 2025Just a few days until all is revealedWe're just over a week away from the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, and that means we're getting very close to finding out the console's price and its release date.The Switch 2 was was initially shown off with a short trailer in January (which feels like an eternity ago now), and Nintendo promised more news on April 2 and the big day is almost here.Article continues belowNaturally, if you're reading this then there's a good chance your'e as desperate to play the new console as we are (particularly if rumours of a backward compatibility boost are correct). Thankfully, we've pinpointed the pre-order time, meaning you can get your payment details ready.Expect a whole host of news on April 2The console is due to be revealed on April 2, with pre-orders expected to go live immediately afterwards which we expect to be 2pm UK time.Expect the console to be available from plenty of retailers across the globe, but it's worth remembering you can already register your interest and drop a small deposit at a couple of big stores already.There's a good chance some stores will offer bundles with some of the new launch titles whatever those end up being. We'd be very surprised, for example, if the new Mario Kart teased with the initial console reveal wasn't available on day one.As for the price and release date, we're expecting the Switch 2 to be around 400, and arrive in June, but we'll know more in just a few days time.The Nintendo Direct itself could be a long one, too. It'll have to show off the console, first-party games, and a few third-party titles.The latter is important, too while Metroid Prime 4 is expected to have a blockbuster showing from Nintendo, can the company convince us to buy Elden Ring again?Article continues belowThen there's the console's unique properties, like the AI boost for visuals, the return of Amiibo, and those mice-like Joy-Con.For more on Switch 2, check out our predicted launch lineup, as well as why power matters even less than before for Nintendo.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Naturists calling for nudist geeks to get out their joysticks for retro gaming event
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    Naturist geeks are set to get their joysticks out for a nude, retro gaming event during which they can play classic computer games and stay overnight in tents for 30News18:56, 22 Mar 2025In February fuming locals in Suffolk "banned" naturists from a popular beauty spot(Image: Jam Press)Naturist geeks are set to get their joysticks out for a naked retro gaming event during which they can play classic computer games.They can stay and play classic computer games and stay for two nights. The nudists can relive their childhood memories by playing on consoles from the 1970s up to the 2000s. Gamers in the buff can pay 30 and the camping and glamping site located at the Sunfolk Naturist Club in St Albans, hosts events throughout the year.Article continues belowThe events are put on by British Naturism, whose spokesperson said: Join us for a day of Naked Retro Gaming fun. Stay the weekend with like-minded gamers and enjoy the great facilities at Sunfolk.The events are put on by British Naturism(Image: Getty Images)You can book for one or two-night stays. Sunfolk is a five-acre woodland naturist site owned and operated by British Naturism, the internationally recognised organisation for Naturism in the UK.Situated just outside of St Albans, this peaceful setting is perfect for both seasoned Naturists and those wishing to explore a clothes-free world for the first time.Earlier this month we reported that fun-loving naturists plotted a nudedunit-style murder mystery evening.You can book for two-night stays(Image: Getty Images/Westend61)Starkers participants were assured they will be able to stay naked throughout the murder-themed evening which is set to be held in the function room of the Mill Arms in Dunbridge, Hampshire.But back in February, fuming locals in Suffolk "banned" naturists from a popular beauty spot amid claims of "lewd behaviour". Dog walkers claimed nudists visiting Corton beach were "committing acts of self-gratification in public while one man has been accused of parading down the beach shaking his bits about.In February fuming locals in Suffolk "banned" naturists from a popular beauty spot(Image: Jam Press)Parish Council officials in Lowestoft erected a sign reading: "Corton Beach is not a naturist beach. Lewd behaviour will not be tolerated and may be recorded by CCTV and reported to the police.Causing an offence to others is a criminal offence and all cases will be reported for prosecution.Bizzie Broadhurst posted on the Parish Council Facebook group: I have absolutely no issue with the naturalists that use the beach respectfully, there is however a particular guy who I have seen and he was openly committing a self-gratification act in open public and doing it in an offensive obscene way.I did report it on each occasion. This behaviour needs to be stopped so the minority are able to continue peacefully.Nudists fans writing on the British Naturism website have lashed out at the signage for infringing on their rights to strip off in public.A blurb on the campaign groups online forum hit back: [Corton] Parish Council [took] it upon themselves to stop naturism at their local beach.They came up with the idea of a no-nonsense notice which asserts their authority, ending with the words By Order of Corton Parish Council.The nudist gaming event will take place at Sunfolk Naturist Club in St Albans(Image: Jam Press)They also warned publicity that the nudist ban was likely to lead to more naturists visiting the beach.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here .
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  • GTA 6 news tipped for PlayStation as fans think Sony is a deal done
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    We've heard before that PlayStation may have won the marketing rights to GTA 6, and that same rumour has cropped up again this week here's all we know, and why it mattersTech09:00, 22 Mar 2025Would you buy a console for GTA 6?(Image: Rockstar)Grand Theft Auto 6 is still slated to arrive this year, but the lack of marketing has some fans climbing the walls and some building entire maps.While the closest we may get now is some of the lighting features in GTA 6, some fans have put two and two together to make what they think is four after a content creator teased more PlayStation collaborations to come in 2025.Article continues belowWith the account suggesting a new marketing deal is coming for PlayStation, fans have assumed it's something related to Rockstar and it's not the first time we've heard it.Over on the GTA 6 subreddit, fans spotted a post on X( formerly Twitter) from Detective Seeds, a YouTuber, which said "There are 2 more Playstation partnerships that have not been announced yet and should happen before summer show."It follows reports that People Can Fly, co-developer on Gears of War E-Day, has signed a deal for a new project, and when pressed, Detective Seeds suggested at least one of the deals includes a heavy marketing component.That's naturally set fans into overdrive on Reddit, and while some have joked it'll be for 2K's other crime-focused adventure launching this year (Mafia: The Old Country), but there is a history of PlayStation partnering with Rockstar for console bundles and the like.GTA 6 is still coming this year (apparently)(Image: Rockstar)So, why does it matter? In truth, for many people it might not if you're an Xbox gamer, you'll know GTA is coming. But for anyone that doesn't have a console capable of playing GTA 6 yet, seeing the PlayStation logo at the end of an advert might be all they need to see to make their decision.In fact, they might never even bother to check out Xbox as a result, so having that kind of sway is likely to be important for Sony or Microsoft when it comes to the marketing plan rollout from Rockstar.Expect those rights to have been expensive, too, given just how massive GTA 6 could be for the gaming industry and beyond.It could also mean that GTA 6 on PC gets knocked further down the line, but we'll hopefully hear more soon.For more on GTA 6, check out when AI predicts the game will launch, as well as the series' best celebrity cameos so far.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • WWE 2K25 fans can now find created stars much more quickly with slick new tool
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    WWE 2K25 is one of the best games in the series, and a new tool aims to connect players to downloadable superstars much more easily than the in-game system here's how it worksTech18:15, 21 Mar 2025Updated 18:16, 21 Mar 2025You can now pick from just about anyone to tackle Roman Reigns(Image: 2K)WWE 2K25 launched earlier this month, and while there's a huge number of DLC roster updates to come, longtime fans will know fans will have beaten 2K to the punch.Being able to download stars, arenas, and more is one of the best parts about WWE titles, but it's not always been particularly easy to dig through the amazing library. Thankfully, WWE2KTools is a new service from the folks at gaming TV channel Ginx.TV that may make it a little simpler to build your dream roster.Article continues belowHey, maybe you'll be able to find those 'secret' DLC characters like Shaquille O'Neal.WWE 2K25 looks fantastic, and plays well too(Image: 2K)WWE2KTools is a new site that offers a huge database of created superstars, meaning fans can find say, Edge's 2006 attire, and add it to their game with ease by finding the creator.It features a bunch of screenshots to ensure you find what you're looking for, and will eventually feature a wrestler's stats, and a peek at their moveset.You can filter via era, too, meaning you can dig through stars from the Attitude Era, or go straight to Post-Covid, as well as stars from other organisations."The WWE 2K series has long been celebrated for its deep customisation features and thriving player-driven content," a press release explains."WWE2KTools builds on that legacy by offering a streamlined and user-friendly platform where players can browse, upload, and share their favourite community creations - including wrestlers, arenas, and championships - all in one convenient location.""For years, dedicated WWE 2K fans have found creative ways to showcase their work, whether through community spreadsheets or social media. WWE2KTools brings all of that passion under one roof, giving players a centralized space to find, follow, and upload the best community-made content with ease. The platform also caters to fans of all wrestling promotions, making it easy to discover content inspired by AEW, TNA, NJPW, and more."The Bloodline headline this year's Showcase(Image: 2K)More features are planned, too. There's already a way to track current Locker Codes for in-game freebies, but there's also a Universe Mode Planner on the docket that will let players prepare their storylines in advance.A Draft Simulator is also planned, ideal for fantasy bookers so they can generate their chosen brand rosters."The WWE 2K community is incredibly creative, and we wanted to build something that makes it easier for players to find and share the content they love," said James Wright, Editor-in-Chief at GINX TV."WWE2KTools isnt just a websiteits a celebration of the passion and dedication of the games player base. Whether you're looking for the newest superstar creations, custom arenas, or fresh attires for your favorite wrestlers, were excited to provide a platform that makes it all more accessible and enjoyable."We awarded WWE 2K25 4.5 stars out of 5 in our review. We said:Article continues below"Aside from the Island pulling a heel-turn to make John Cena proud, WWE 2K25 is a Hall of Fame entry for a series that just a few years felt like it was approaching release.""Its the most fun you can have with a wrestling video game right now, and while its not a massive change from whats come before, it marks the series' most refined entry yet."For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Xenoblade Chronicles X suggests Switch 2 backward compatibility boost for some games
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    Could we be about to supercharge our Switch 1 games when the Nintendo Switch 2 arrives? This week's Xenoblade Chronicles X remaster suggests the answer is yes with some caveatsTech08:44, 21 Mar 2025Updated 09:03, 21 Mar 2025Xenoblade Chronicles X is an impressive technical achievement on Switch 1Xenoblade Chronicles X is many things. For us, it's an RPG we're STILL chomping through to be able to provide our full review, while for Nintendo, it could be the 'final hurrah' before the Nintendo Switch 2 introduces us to a whole slate of fresh entries in beloved franchises.The game started on Wii U, but it's now finally found its way to modern hardware, but the game could be more future-facing than we initially expected.Article continues belowOne Switch modder has found what appears to be a 60fps mode in the game's files that's too much for the Switch at the moment so could it be a hint that the Switch 2 will power up existing games?Content cannot be displayed without consentPosting on X (formerly Twitter), the modder, MasaGratoR pointed out a series of dynamic resolution ranges and that hidden 60fps mode."Game's executable has hidden 60 FPS mode. It seems to be implemented only partially since enabling it causes weird issues.""As a proof screen from function that sets UI speed, 1.0.1."Nintendo's initial reveal of the Switch 2 confirmed players will be able to play most backward compatible titles, but didn't say anything about improving performance.This at 60fps would be amazingWhile Xenoblade Chronicles X runs great on the original console, there are plenty of games that we're hoping will get performance boosts.A higher frame rate for Zelda titles would be welcome, of course, but we're mostly thinking of the likes of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet which has huge performance issues on the first Switch. Even if Switch 2 can't lead to drastic improvements, it could breathe new life into titles we'd otherwise never have gone back to.Which games would you want to jump back into? Let us know in the comments below.For more on Switch 2, check out our predicted launch lineup, as well as why power matters even less than before for Nintendo.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • GTA 6 fans can claim huge GTA Online free gift, but there's a catch
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    GTA 6 is on its way, but in the meantime you can make a huge amount of money just by logging into GTA Online with even more up for grabs for savvy criminal mastermindsTech09:04, 21 Mar 2025Updated 09:06, 21 Mar 2025What will you spend your money on?(Image: GTA)Grand Theft Auto 6 is apparently launching this year, but you'd be forgiven for thinking GTA 5 is the new hotness.With fans planning tributes for the long-running game, theorising the best way to tie it to GTA 6, and that all-important PC upgrade that could have features found in GTA 6, the game is having a second wind of sorts.Article continues belowIf you're jumping back into GTA Online, Rockstar is offering something to help sweeten the deal, too. Think of it as "one last score" that'll set your criminal empire up for life in Los Santos, with a huge free gift available although there is a subtle catch. Here's all we know.Enough cash?(Image: GTA)That's right, there's $3 million dollars up for grabs in GTA Online's currency, meaning you can finally buy that hideout you've wanted, or a few swanky new cars.Whatever your choice, there are some caveats. For one, the money comes in multiple denominations, each tied to something. Here's how it breaks down.Players can get $1 million by logging into GTA Online, but they have to have been logged out for over 60 days. That means this is squarely aimed at bringing lapsed players and new players back or into the game.Once you're in, you'll get $1 million added to your in-game bank account within 72 hours. For context (and going by Rockstar's own pricing), that's worth just over a tenner on its own.GTA Online could continue even after GTA 6 arrivesTo get another $1.5 million, you'll need to treat yourself to a Shark Card. These start at 3.99 for $250k of in-game money, so you can get another hefty chunk of change for a relatively small outlay.Finally, you can nab another half a mil with a subscription to GTA+, the subscription that nets you monthly benefits. On top of the usual freebies, you'll gain an extra $500k.What will you be spending your GTA Online funds on? I think I'm due for a penthouse upgrade having not played for a few months.For more on GTA 6, check out when AI predicts the game will launch, as well as the series' best celebrity cameos so far.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • 'Nintendo Switch 2 needs to improve but gamers will keep coming back to them anyway'
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    Nintendo Switch 2 will be revealed in just a couple of weeks, but are we asking the wrong questions about how powerful it is when it's going to be compelling anyway?
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  • All we know about Football Manager 2026 after Sports Interactive's shock cancellation
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    Football Manager 2025 has been cancelled, but with fans crying out for updates on the series' future, we've rounded up everything we know about Football Manager 2026Tech08:00, 20 Mar 2025Football Manager 2024 just gained a whole new reason to pick it up(Image: Sports Interactive)The latest edition of the Football Manager series, FM25, has been cancelled, leaving fans of the long-running franchise feeling a little lost.The decision to switch game engines to Unity, while also adding features like the women's game, created too many problems to overcome and Football Manager's 2025 entry has been canned for good despite being planned for launch at the tail-end of 2024.Article continues belowThat means we're left waiting for Football Manager 2026, which will seemingly arrive in November as is the series tradition, and we've rounded up all we know about the cancellation and how Sports Interactive plans to get back on track.Sports Interactive's lengthy statement on Football Manager 25(Image: SEGA)In a lengthy statement, Sports Interactive said: Sports Interactive regret to inform that, following extensive internal discussion and careful consideration with SEGA, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Football Manager 25 and shift our focus to the next release.We know this will come as a huge disappointment, especially given that the release date has already moved twice, and you have been eagerly anticipating the first gameplay reveal. We can only apologise for the time it has taken to communicate this decision. Due to stakeholder compliance, including legal and financial regulations, today was the earliest date that we could issue this statement.We have always prided ourselves on delivering the best value for money games that bring you countless hours of enjoyment, that feel worth every moment and every penny you spend. With the launch of FM25 we set out to create the biggest technical and visual advancement in the series for a generation, laying the building blocks for a new era.Due to a variety of challenges that weve been open about to date, and many more unforeseen, we currently havent achieved what we set out to do in enough areas of the game, despite the phenomenal efforts of our team. Each decision to delay the release was made with the aim of getting the game closer to the desired level but, as we approached critical milestones at the turn of the year, it became unmistakably clear that we would not achieve the standard required, even with the adjusted timeline.In short, the shift to the new engine, plus the other features planned, weren't hitting quality milestones and so the studio decided to take a year out, which is unprecedented in its history.With there now being a considerable gap in the Football Manager timeline, we'd imagine the 'stakeholders' that Sports Interactive's statement refers to will push for the next game to launch on schedule.As a result, we'd expect the game to launch in November 2025, likely with a beta available beforehand as has been customary although we'd hope Sports Interactive will look to give much more regular updates between now and then.The studio tends to announce release dates around September with the start of a new football season, so keep an eye out then.Fans have often updated the game's database between the start of the season and the launch of the new game, but two big players in the Football Manager community have pulled together to release what are essentially overhauls to the database which essentially allow players to 'play' Football Manager 2024 as if it's the cancelled version.FMInside.net and FMScout have both put together sizeable updates that collect multiple smaller updates together, essentially doing what developer Sports Interactive said they wouldn't as they concentrate on Football Manager 26.Not only are transfers updated, but player ratings have been tweaked, contracts and ages are adjusted to be a year in the future, promotions and relegations are sorted. The new Champions League format has also been introduced albeit with the caveat that the in-game editor doesn't allow for 100% accuracy.The YouTube video from Zealand above is a great way to learn how to install and everything included, but it certainly goes beyond any data pack in the almost 20 years I've been playing the series.Considering these are free updates, I'll definitely be downloading them.The Daily Star reached out to SEGA on January 31 and was told that the publisher had "nothing to share at this point", a week prior to the cancellation announcement.The title, which was to be the first on a new game engine, will now be eligible for refunds if you've pre-ordered itArticle continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • New gaming flight stick is the closest you'll get to controlling a spaceship
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    Looking to take to the inky black void of space? Thrustmaster's new peripheral combo, the Sol-R 1, is a slick space stick for Star Wars dogfights and more here's whyTech18:00, 19 Mar 2025The Sol-R 1 is an impressive piece of kitPC gamers are a lucky bunch when it comes to peripherals, with a seemingly endless array of mechanical keyboards, headsets, and more to choose from in the quest to add to their immersion.Flight sticks are popular for obvious reasons in that regard, letting players 'strap in' when enjoying Microsoft Flight Simulator, but if you prefer your flight outside of Earth's atmosphere, Thrustmaster has you covered.Article continues belowThe peripheral maker is switching its focus from flight sticks to space sticks with the Sol-R 1, and I've been lucky enough to go hands-on with it here's why it's worth a look.There are an impressive amount of buttons per stickThe Sol-R comes with a base that can attach to Thrustmaster's other sticks, as well as its own stick, with a series of buttons and switches available for just about anything you can think of.I tested the Sol-R 2 Duo pack, which offers two Sol-R 1 sticks that can both be connected to allow for dual stick controls, and was impressed by the sheer volume of inputs afforded.In fact, with a modifier dial, you can find 44 programmable actions on each stick, ranging from buttons, to thumbsticks, and switches.LED Lighting is a nice touchIn my playtime with Elite Dangerous, I was able to switch on my landing gear, redirect power, and read in-game chat with no fuss at all although it did require some time to map the controls how I'd like.Star Wars Squadrons also plays great, and it'll work just as well on traditional flight sims, too making this a great beginner stick that's not too much pricier than the entry level T Flight Hotas One.You can attach other Thrustmaster sticks to the Sol-R baseArticle continues belowSo, if you're looking to take to the skies in your own personal (virtual) spaceship, the Sol-R might be just what you're looking for. It's available to pre-order today, with a single stick available for 159.99. The Space Sim Duo pack, the Sol-R 2, will set you back 299.99.For more on PC gaming, check out SteelSeries' line of 'performance enhancing' mouse pads, and one of the best deals in the Steam Spring Sale 2025.For more of the latest news from the Daily Star, make sure you sign up for one of our newsletters here.
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  • We predicted Nintendo Switch 2's launch game lineup how many will they reveal next month?
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    Nintendo Switch 2's launch lineup has begun to leak, but what do you want to see for the console? Here's our wishlist for the Switch 2 launch games ahead of April 2Tech08:00, 19 Mar 2025Nintendo Switch 2 is being fully revealed on April 2(Image: Nintendo)The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal is closer than ever, with April 2 expected to be a monumental day for the company as it reveals its new console's release date and pricing.With the Switch 2 expected to leverage AI upscaling tech to offer higher resolutions than its predecessor, its games will look much better but what games will form the launch lineup?Article continues belowWhile we've already had some very notable titles leak, we've picked our dream Switch 2 lineup and we reckon we've got a few of them right, too. Here are our picks for the Switch 2 launch lineup.It seems very likely that the Switch 2 could launch with not one, but two Mario titles. While the console's initial reveal showed off a new Mario Kart title, rumours have persisted the former plumber is due another 3D adventure.Given Super Mario Odyssey launched in 2017 and we've only had remasters and a sort of 'proof of concept' in Bowser's Fury since, that seems likely.Metroid Prime 4 is also alive and kicking, and could mark the first-person shooter series first new entry since 2007's Corruption. Given that the most recent footage made our current Switch consoles let out a gasp, there's every chance the Switch 2 will be the best place to play Samus' latest adventure.Breath of the Wild was one of the best games of all time - and it launched alongside the Switch(Image: Nintendo)We've heard rumours that Nintendo has been saving a Zelda remake or remaster for the Switch 2 launch, but our hopes are that we just get an enhanced version of Breath of the Wild and/or Tears of the Kingdom.Both games feel like they push the original console to its limits (particularly the latter), and we'd love to see them bumped up to 4K resolution.Three Houses was a great strategy RPG(Image: DS )Finally for Nintendo, we're going for a bit of a long shot. Fire Emblem Engage launched in 2023, meaning there may have been enough time since it launched (and 2019's excellent Three Houses) to warrant a fresh entry.Developer Intelligent Systems has certainly been busy in recent years, but here's hoping for a new strategy RPG to sink our teeth into on the new console.The first Halo title is Combat Evolved, which saw an Xbox 360 remaster(Image: Microsoft)The Switch 2 will mark the first Nintendo launch since Microsoft adjusted to go multiplatform, and Xbox boss Phil Spencer has said the company wants to support Switch 2.With that in mind, we're expecting Microsoft to finally relinquish exclusivity of Halo, letting the Master Chief Collection find a fresh audience. A collection of four Halo games (five if ODST is included), it could be an ideal launch game if multiplayer is included, too.Diablo 4 was a huge hit at launch(Image: Grab)Naturally, Microsoft now owns a ton of studios, including Activision Blizzard. Given how good Diablo 3 was on Switch 1, could we see Diablo 4 make an appearance? It plays great on Steam Deck, so it seems likely.Sticking with Microsoft, we've heard DOOM: The Dark Ages could make the jump, too, along with Flight Simulator.Elsewhere, Tekken 8, Visions of Mana and No Man's Sky have been suggested as viable launch titles.Pokemon Legends Z-A is targeting Switch 1 for now(Image: Pokemon)Article continues belowAs we've previously mentioned, we're not expecting Pokemon Legends Z-A to specifically mention Switch 2, instead being a Switch 1 game that'll run (hopefully with more bells and whistles) via backward compatibility.We wouldn't count on Sony making an appearance, either. While the company behind PlayStation has shown a willingness to port titles to PC, its only Switch port so far was LEGO Horizon Adventures.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • GTA 6 fan theory is best way to say goodbye to GTA 5 Online and hello to Vice City
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    GTA 6 is coming, and one fan has cooked up a perfect way to transition from Los Santos to Leonidas and Vice City with a fun theory that makes too much sense to ignoreTech08:25, 19 Mar 2025GTA Online does tend to go off the rails, even for GTAGrand Theft Auto 6 is coming this year, but after almost 12 years, we're starting to feel more than a little nostalgic about GTA 5.The game has spanned three console generations, and experts have suggested its latest PC upgrade has features that will be in the new game, too.Article continues belowWith the game doing such a good job of supporting its huge community, fans have planned to pay tribute before through convoy driving around the map, but one fan has had an idea that would make the move to GTA 6 feel as though it's part of each GTA Online character's own canon.Posting on the GTA 6 subreddit, one fan suggested that Rockstar could tie the two games together by offering a huge heist payout for an impossible job."Imagine if right before the GTA VI Online launches, Rockstar releases a DLC for GTA V Online where you have a heist that promises the biggest payout of all GTAO heists, but at the end of the heist everything goes wrong, you get backstabbed by one of the characters and your Online character either dies or have to escape to Leonida with no money or anything at all."I think everyone can't wait for GTA 6It'd be a neat way to help carry our GTA Online characters across, and fans are torn."I can guarantee our GTA online characters will get mentioned somewhere in GTA 6, there will be rumours and past characters in the game talking about us," one added."I dont think GTA Online is canon, you have s*** like a billionaire and a sentient AI trying to start a nuclear war to enslave humanity only to be stopped by Lester and a team of super criminals with their futuristic flying cars."GTA 6 has been in the works for over decade (Image: Still)"Let go of your GTA v character. Its time for an entirely new chapter. GTA 6 might not be anything like 5," another commenter added.For more on GTA 6, check out when AI predicts the game will launch, as well as the series' best celebrity cameos so far.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Eagle-eyed Fans spot Persona 6 clue as anticipation builds for next RPG hit
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    Looking forward to Persona 6? You're not the only one, and eagle-eyed fans have spotted a hint at the next game in the RPG series in an Atlus recruitment pictureTech16:16, 18 Mar 2025Updated 16:17, 18 Mar 2025Can you believe it's been almost a decade since Persona 5 launched? The title, which originally hit PS3 and PS4 in Japan in 2016, is rightly considered one of the greatest RPGs of all time, but fans have been itching for a follow-up.It doesn't quite feel that long because Atlus has been sticking with the Phantom Thieves in the years since, with Persona 5: Royal, Strikers, and Tactica keeping us going but we're ready for a new adventure now.Article continues belowAnd, thanks to eagle-eyed fans, it appears we could be due some news soon after a reference to Persona 6 appeared on Atlus' recruitment site. Here's all we know.Content cannot be displayed without consentPosting over on X (formerly Twitter), YouTuber Faz shared an image from a recruitment site for developer Atlus.In the top left corner, the number 'XRD768' can be seen. Which, on its own, is nothing but context is everything.Last year, one leaker (who has since been rumbled as an alternate account) mentioned that XRD768 is the not-so-catchy codename for Persona 6.The designation appearing on an Atlus screenshot throws up questions about other leaks from that account, and whether their reports of dual protagonists and an art school setting are legitimate.To its credit, it's not like Atlus has been sitting around in the years since Persona 5.In fact, the company has released plenty of games and remasters since, as well as the absolutely fantastic Metaphor: ReFantazio last year, which was deemed one of the year's best.Atlus also gave Persona fans a Persona 3 remake, dubbed Persona 3 Reload, and rumours have persisted that the company will look to do the same for Persona 4.With the Persona series having such a strong presence on handheld systems over the years, there's every chance Nintendo could include something related to the series at its big Switch 2 unveiling next month.For more on JRPGs, check out the Final Fantasy x Magic The Gathering crossover, as well as suggestions more Final Fantasy remakes are inbound.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Assassin's Creed Shadows review: Bigger is better as series hits a whole new high
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    Assassin's Creed Shadows is a fantastic game in the series, and a wonderful RPG in its own right that blends excellent stealth and combat with a staggering open worldTech17:00, 18 Mar 2025Shadows is frequently stunningIts perhaps fitting that, after years of fan requests, the most important entry in the Assassins Creed franchise yet finally turns the series' attention to Japan.Assassins Creed Shadows feels like a long list of community demands made manifest, doing its best to be all things to all fans. Looking for the best RPG in the series since Origins? Youll find it. Looking to focus on stealth a la Mirage? Thats here, too. Fancy managing your own personal army like Brotherhood? You got it.Article continues belowDespite arriving amid a wave of controversy, then, Assassins Creed Shadows is the most ambitious game in the series almost two decade history and marks the new high water mark for the series' modern era.Each protagonist feels great and has an interesting storyMuch of what makes Shadows feel so impressive are its leading duo. Yasuke and Naoe are two drastically different characters in every way, from their origins to their gameplay, and while some missions are exclusive to each, players can switch between them regularly.Yasuke is a mountain of a man searching for his place in a world that feels alien to him, looking to improve the fractious Japan setting for the commonfolk while bearing his own burdens of guilt, while Naoes quest for vengeance feels ripped straight from Kurosawa movies.The two dovetail in a staggeringly-detailed world, packed with secrets to discover and people to help, and one that somehow feels personal and much bigger than our protagonists' own journeys at once. Suffice it to say Ill leave spoilers out of this review, but it didnt take long to feel something for each of our protagonists. And, when the talking is done, both are equally fun to control.Naoe can climb higher thanks to a grappling hookNaoe slides between enemy attacks, retorting with deadly prescision from her katana, but is something of a glass cannon shes not fragile, but she cant withstand too much damage before needing to vanish into the shadows to plan her next move.Yasuke, on the other hand, feels closer to the weighty, RPG era of the series' combat. He swings huge weapons and can charge through doors, but hes also slower and can snap ropes by trying to scurry across them.That means that experimenting is not only fun but necessary, letting you decide whether to knock down the front door of an enemy encampment or grapple hook over it.There are always more towers to climbAfter so many years of fans asking for the series to go to Japan, Ubisoft has absolutely knocked it out of the park with its recreation in Shadows.In the first few hours, theres a moment where Naoe needs to head down from a sort of mountain on horseback. No combat, no set piece, just riding down the terrain as the climate gets warmer. Wildlife roams the area, shrines are dotted along the pathway, and theres a mist that hangs in the air.On PS5 Pro, it looks incredible, and while Assassins Creed Valhalla may have kicked off the current generation, at times Shadows looks like another generational leap beyond. Theres an incredible amount of detail in every frame, backed up by a fantastic photo mode thatll likely keep me busy for hours.The change in seasons is a nice touchStitching on clothing, blood on blades, and the stylised black and white combat abilities look great, while a new Seasons system means that areas change regularly. In Summer, grass grows longer, letting you slip through long grass to get the drop on opponents, while colder months see snowfall that muffles footsteps.None of it leads to a drastic change in how each character plays, but add extra considerations for missions. Ubisofts traditional array of map icons have also been trimmed down, leaning more into the magic of discovery by just moving around its world and seeing where your virtual feet take you.That extends to objectives, which will now give you a series of prompts that give you the rough idea of where you need to go or you can narrow it down by sending spies.You can customise your hideout with new buildings and NPCsThat leads into the sheer mass of things to do in Assassins Creed Shadows. Scouts can be recruited, safehouses founded, and contracts taken out, but Naoe and Yasuke can also recruit civilians to their cause.These can then help out at a homestead which can be customised, with new buildings helping store weapons and more, while also bringing in additional resources and offering a hand in combat. Its not quite Animal Crossing, but I spent more than a few hours messing with its systems.Then there are open world activities like hunting legendary animals, experiencing Naoes flashbacks, and a gear system that feels like itll lead to the best kind of gameplay customisation for both protagonists.In short, Assassins Creed Shadows is absolutely gargantuan, and to its credit the seams are hard to spot. There are some sections where youll slay an entire room of well-meaning security guards only for the NPC you were guarding (and supposed to sneak up to) to act as if theyre not stood atop a mountain of corpses.But these instances are few and far between, with Shadows offering possibly the most cohesive blend of gameplay styles and volume of activities in the series thus far.Article continues belowSimply put, Assassins Creed: Shadows is the biggest game in the long-running series, but also one of the finest. From its gameplay variety to its gorgeous open world, its the first game in the franchise to truly grab me in its vice grip since Origins.And, like Bayeks adventure, I think I'll find myself thinking about it for a long, long time afterward.Reviewed on PS5 Pro. Review code provided by the publisher.
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  • Magic The Gathering's Tarkir Dragonstorm is the set I've waited years for
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    TechMagic The Gathering's Tarkir Dragonstorm is the set I've waited years forIf you're looking to lay waste to your opponents with big, flying reptiles (and who isn't), Tarkir Dragonstorm could be Magic The Gathering's most exciting Universes Within set since BloomborrowdailystarBookmarkShareTechByLloyd CoombesGaming Editor17:30, 18 MAR 2025BookmarkThe new art is predictably mesmerising After the powersliding fun of Aetherdrift, were getting another Universes Within set for Magic: The Gathering with Tarkir: Dragonstorm. As the name suggests, the set is all about returning to Tarkir, a Plane that debuted more than a decade ago, and spending time with a series of clans that are battling dragons. I got a sneak peek at whats coming, and for a dragon-loving fantasy nerd like me, I couldnt be happier. In fact, I feel like Ive been waiting for this set since I got into Magic: The Gathering a couple of years ago let me explain. Its Dragons, dummy This set features storms that are literally spitting out dragons Whether youre a fan of Charizard, Smaug, the Blue Eyes White Dragon or just about anything else, dragons are as much of a fantasy trope as elves and goblins. Theyre been around since the very beginning, and when I started learning to play Magic, they offered the deck I gravitated toward with Draconic Destruction a starter deck that, despite costing 20 when I bought it, now costs much, much more. The point is that dragons have an enduring quality, and while weve seen plenty of them in sets since Tarkir, they are front and centre here so much so that every clan has their own dragon leader, and every Commander deck (there are five this time) has a dragon to lead it. If youve been looking for a big, winged lizard to decimate your foes, this might be the best bet yet, and the selling point for many I suspect (myself included) will be its dragons, dummy. Big ol' Dragon Deck Expect new and familiar faces Thats not to say these cards only look cool, though. Each of the clans, signified in a trio of colours, has their own mechanic that leans into their in-game lore. With each clan named after its own color wedge, like the Mardu Horde and Jeskai Way, longtime Magic players can instantly spot a type to build around while newcomers will know at a glance what cards can fit where. Ive always been keen to attend a prerelease event, but the idea of building a deck and leaving so much out has put me off more than once. Tarkir: Dragonstorm fixes that in three nifty ways. For one, there are the mechanics of each, which help facilitate certain playstyles. Mardu can mobilize, creating temporary attacking tokens, while Sultai and draw power from the graveyard. Temur can channel mana from creatures to play from the graveyard, and there are more besides. Hybrid mana is another smart addition, preventing that feeling of being unable to summon because you have two of the colour mana you need by letting you replace it with double the colourless mana instead. Finally, a prerelease-specific tweak is that five boxes will be available to choose from but while they each have a series of random boosters (as is usually the case), they also have a seeded 14 card pack which helps set the tone for your deck. That means before you even crack open the randomised packs, youll have some idea of what youre trying to build. Final Thoughts I could write for another few hundred words and still not cover everything Im excited about, like the new Ultimatum reprints that look like world-ending Final Fantasy summons and the Behold mechanic that should help my old Dragon deck gain new power, but suffice it to say, I cant wait until Tarkov: Dragonstorm lands. With prerelease on April 4, Arena launch on April 8 and the full launch on April 11, were so close now that Im already struggling to pick my Commander precon of choice let alone which prerelease box to buy. You can preorder here Preview access provided by Wizards of the Coast. Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.More On
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  • LEGO Pokemon is finally happening as first teaser drops, and our wallets are in danger
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    Forget the Switch 2, we're more keen on this collector-focused Nintendo LEGO set for Mario Kart which is tipped for a May release here's all we know about the set so farTech14:53, 18 Mar 2025Ready to build your Pokemon?Just days after a new Mario Kart Lego set leaked, it appears LEGO and Nintendo aren't done working together just yet.As the latter prepares to reveal its new Switch 2 hardware in just over a fortnight, the two have teamed up again to deliver Pokemon LEGO sets. The Pokemon Company, which manages the licensing of the franchise, revealed today that we can expect LEGO sets based on Pikachu and co soon.Article continues belowWe've not got a lot to go on so far, with just a short snippet featuring a very blocky Pikachu tail, but it seemingly spells the end of The Pokemon Company's relationship with Mega Bloks which had previously held the rights to buildable versions of the iconic creatures.Content cannot be displayed without consent"Get ready to electrify your imagination in 2026," the above post on X (formerly Twitter) says, while the official LEGO Group account responded "Our hype is building! Can't wait to see what this partnership evolves into!"We'll have to wait until 2026 for the first sets, but you can expect us to be at the front of the queue for a Charizard build if there is one."We are thrilled to be working with a brand that has such a deep and passionate fanbase as Pokmon, partnering to give our joint audiences what they have been asking us for," Julia Goldin, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at LEGO Group said via press release."We strongly believe that through the endless possibilities of LEGO play and the exciting adventures the world of Pokmon brings, this partnership will create a range of new possibilities for Trainers and builders alike.The LEGO Group and Pokmon have strong shared values of imagination, creativity and fun, making this the perfect partnership to deliver unique, meaningful and engaging ways for Trainers to experience the Pokmon brand," Gaku Susai, Chief Product and Experience Officer at The Pokemon Company International added."Working with the best-in-class team at the LEGO Group and seeing their dedication and passion for the project has culminated in an innovative and groundbreaking collaboration that will surprise and delight fans."Article continues below"We cannot wait to see both LEGO fans and the Pokmon communitys reactions in 2026.Late last year, The Pokemon Company announced a partnership with Aardman Animation to work on a "special project" due to arrive in 2027.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Resident Evil 9 leak claims it will be 'big reinvention' of series with reveal this year
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    Resident Evil 9 is tipped for a reveal this year, but with fans holding their breath, one leaker has promised the game will be another sizeable shakeup for a series that keeps evolvingTech14:36, 18 Mar 2025Resident Evil Village is set several years after the events of Resident Evil 7 (Image: Capcom)While Resident Evil fans are holding onto hope that more remasters and remakes are on the way, we're still waiting to find out what kind of foul concoction developer Capcom is putting together in its lab.While the company has already launched the excellent Monster Hunter Wilds this year, one longtime leaker of the Resident Evil series has predicted that the next mainline entry in the series, Resident Evil 9, could be closer than you think.Article continues belowThe series' last mainline instalment, Village, launched in 2021, and while fans have been worried that the lack of updates has meant the series is on ice, AesthethicGamer aka Dusk Golem has suggested it's quite the opposite.Content cannot be displayed without consentPosting on X (formerly Twitter), the leaker (who readers of a certain vintage will remember revealed the first werewolf-filled info for Village) said : "I'll be tweeting a lot more about Silent Hill as I love the series & super excited for f, but I know a lot of people are also antsy at the lack of Resident Evil news for a year & a half now."The thing I think people will realize when RE9 is revealed is the reason this game is taking so long is because it's like a big reinvention of the series, to the same level as RE4 & RE7."It's not going to play just like RE7/RE8 or the Remakes, it's trying new things & very ambitious. It will almost definitely be revealed this year, so just hold tight."Resident Evil Village was already a sizeable departure from the series' roots(Image: Capcom)The Resident Evil series has been through a few changes since its debut in the nineties. The survival horror hit moved into more action-oriented territory with Resident Evil 4, before going even further with Resident Evil 5 and 6.Resident Evil 7 saw a bold reinvention of the series as a first-person return to horror, while Village added werewolves and one very, very tall lady.Article continues belowContent cannot be displayed without consentAs ever, there's no guarantees, but Dusk Golem's track record could mean the next chapter of the horror series could be lurking in the shadows ready to emerge sooner rather than later.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • GTA 6 fans can play the 'new map' even before we get long-awaited Trailer 2
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    GTA 6's map has been recreated by a clever modder, and it's totally free for all to download so you can jump into Vice City nice and early and get your bearingsTech10:26, 18 Mar 2025GTA 6 fans have been busy(Image: Rockstar)Grand Theft Auto 6 is coming this year, and while yesterday (March 17) we reported that some of its features have made it into GTA 5's latest PC upgrade, one modder has gone above and beyond.Project Vice, which comes from YouTube creator Dark Space, has built a facsimile of the GTA 6 map that you can explore already meaning between this and GTA 5's Enhanced Edition's lighting tweaks, we're closer than ever to playing GTA 6.Article continues belowThat's handy because while a supercomputer predicts the game will finally launch on October 25, 2025, Rockstar is saying nothing.Here's all we know about the incredible 'Project Vice' mod.Content cannot be displayed without consent"The playable GTA 6 map is finally here and ready to explore," Dark Space explains, and while it's not quite the same as exploring the real thing (whenever we get to do that), it still gives an idea of the scale of GTA 6's eventual map."Playing on this map will remind you how insane GTA 6 is gonna be", but it's worth noting there's no traffic, or pedestrians, while the buildings are kitbashed together from existing GTA 5 assets.To get playing, you'll need to join the Discord server here, and there are versions for the 'Legacy' version of GTA 5 and the Enhanced Edition, too.Fans have joked in the comments on the video that Rockstar has driven players to build their own Vice City through their own silence."What 1 year of no trailer 2 does to a community," one comment says, while another jokes that the studio will be pivoting from delivering Trailer 2 to focus efforts on taking down the mod.Indeed, Rockstar has previously removed mods like the Liberty City Preservation Project which worked to bring GTA 4's map into the GTA 5 engine.Here's hoping the map gets Dark Space on some radars, though they've clearly got a knack for development.For more on GTA 6, check out why the Xbox may get a big boost from its launch, as well as everything we know about the game so far.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Nintendo Switch 2 leaker reveals which new game you'll want to buy first
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    Nintendo Switch 2 could have one of the strongest launch lineups in gaming history, but one insider has suggested one game will "blow everything else out of the water"Tech12:21, 18 Mar 2025Updated 12:23, 18 Mar 2025Metroid Prime 4 is finally moving forwardLooking forward to the Nintendo Direct on April 2? That's when we'll find out all there is to know about the Nintendo Switch 2, one of the most anticipated consoles in video game history.We've heard it'll leverage AI for upscaling, and this week saw the leak of a series of launch games, too. Aside from the system's release date and pricing, we should hear about plenty of other games we'll be able to play on it, too and one is tipped to shine even brighter than the rest.Article continues belowWe're expecting big things, like a new 3D Mario reveal alongside the new Mario Kart we've seen already in the initial reveal, but it appears a certain bounty hunter is tipped to steal the show.Content cannot be displayed without consentPosting on X (formerly Twitter), YouTube interviewer Reece Kiwi Talkz Reilly posted that Metroid Prime 4 will be a big hit."In less than a month in the Switch 2 direct you'll see that Nintendo & Retro were keeping their cards close to their chest with Metroid Prime 4 for this exact moment."The true unveiling will blow everything else in the direct out of the water."We're so ready to step into Samus' boots againWhile we don't know what Reilly has seen or heard to make him feel that way, the fact Metroid Prime 4 looked so good at its re-reveal that we initially doubted it would come to the first Switch at all suggests he might not be wrong.Replying to another comment, Reilly suggested he's "90% certain" it'll be in the Direct on April 2."Nintendo are constantly tweaking directs right down to the last minute but as of now I am 90% certain it will be in the Direct."So, will we be getting an even more impressive Metroid Prime 4 trailer at the event? It's shaping up to be a stacked event if so. Nintendo will need to find time to show off the hardware, its own games, and likely some third-party offerings, too bring the popcorn.For more on Switch 2, check out the latest news about the console's pricing, as well as reports that it's already in US warehouses.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Nintendo Switch 2 AI boost 'confirmed' after surprise patent update
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    Nintendo Switch 2 will seemingly utilise AI upscaling to hit higher resolutions, according to a fresh patent update here's all we know so far about the technologyTech22:00, 17 Mar 2025Switch 2 could have some neat tricks up its sleeveNintendo has arguably never placed as much of a premium on impressive visuals as its rivals, but with the Switch 2 getting a full reveal on April 2, it appears the company is about to make waves.We're waiting to find out the system's release date and pricing, but we may now have another glimpse at how Nintendo will maximise its hardware using AI.Article continues belowRumours had suggested the Switch 2 would leverage AI upscaling to hit higher resolutions, but a fresh patent update seemingly confirms it meaning we could be in for 4K versions of Mario and Zelda adventures at long last.Here's all we've learned.Switch 2 could be much more capable than its predecessorA patent, which was updated and published last week on March 13, has seemingly confirmed Nintendo is looking to upscale its games to 4K (thanks, Game Rant)."Image up-conversion is a technique that allows for conversion of images produced in a first resolution (e.g., 540p resolution or 960540 with 0.5 megapixels) to a higher resolution (e.g., 1080p resolution, 19201080, with 2.1 megapixels). This process can be used to show images of the first resolution on a higher resolution display," the patent explains."Thus, for example, a 540p image can be displayed on a 1080p television and (depending on the nature of the up-conversion process) may be shown with increased graphical fidelity as compared to if the 540p image were displayed directly with traditional (e.g., linear) upscaling on a 540 television."It certainly sounds a lot like DLSS, which is NVIDIA's version of the tech. We've got a full explainer of the tech, but the short version is that it fills in pixels moment-to-moment with information so the device itself doesn't have to render it natively.As I mentioned in my piece about my move to PC gaming, it's not a 'silver bullet' solution things can flicker, or textures can look a little too shiny, but for the most part it's an impressive way to leverage AI. It means a less powerful machine can still offer plenty of detail because the hardware itself isn't doing as much of the heavy lifting.Article continues belowWe're expecting the dock to play a part in helping provide the power for AI upscaling, but we'll find out more in a couple of weeks.For more on Switch 2, be sure to check out this fantastic trio of early games for the system which leaked.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • EA FC 25 slammed as son, 12, blows mum's entire wages on dream team in 'a few clicks'
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    EA FC 25's Ultimate Team saw an influx of cash from one unsuspecting parent, with Emma Harris stunned to see her son had racked up hundreds in microtransactionsTech13:59, 17 Mar 2025Updated 14:07, 17 Mar 2025EA FC 25's microtransactions have claimed a single mum's monthly wage(Image: Electronic Arts)EA FC (formerly FIFA) is a huge seller year in, year out, with the football sim racking up millions of sales in the last couple of decades.In recent years, the focus has been on Ultimate Team, a mode that lets players build their dream lineup of current players and legends by buying card packs and completing objectives.Article continues belowWhile Ultimate Team has been hugely successful for publisher EA, it's led to parents struggling to keep tabs on the amount kids are spending on the popular title as Emma Harris, 38, recently discovered (as per Blackpool Gazette).One youngster racked up a princely sum looking to earn the game's top players(Image: Electronic Arts)Harris, a full-time hospital administrator and single mum of three was paid on January 10, but on January 15 was unable to withdraw cash.Contacting her bank, she found where her money had been sent transactions totalling her entire monthly wage which were spent by her 12-year-old son, Leo.When I rang my bank, they told me the transactions had been processed through PlayStation in hundreds of small payments. Thats when I realised it had to be from the FIFA game I bought for Leo.Despite her best efforts, neither Sony or EA would offer a refund on the in-game purchases.They just said it was my responsibility because my card was linked to the account, Harris said of Sony customer service, while EA said all purchases are final and ineligible for refunds."They said there were parental controls, but my son never saw any warnings or needed a password," she explains.He thought he was just playing, moving players around and earning points he had no idea every few clicks was draining my bank account.Harris has now been forced to take out an overdraft to cover essentials like food and rent, while Leo is "won't leave his room and he keeps saying he's ruined everything.""Ive told him its not his fault, but he wont even look at me.I had no idea a game could drain money this easily. I assumed there would be an approval step before any payments went through."Article continues belowIt should never be this easy for a child to accidentally spend thousands.I dont want another family to go through this. No game is worth this kind of stress.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • WOTC commits to Magic The Gathering Universes Within sets despite player concerns
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    Fans of Magic The Gathering had been concerned that Wizards of the Coast would move away from the game's own lore in favour of Universes Beyond, but it appears that's not the caseTech10:48, 17 Mar 2025Updated 10:51, 17 Mar 2025The concept art for Aetherdrift looks phenomenal(Image: Florian De Gesincourt)Magic The Gathering has been going for decades at this point, but has inarguably gained more of a mindshare in recent years thanks to its 'Universes Beyond' crossovers.These have brought dozens of franchises into the card game, including Doctor Who, Assassin's Creed, Fallout, and even some Fortnite cards.Article continues belowThat shift has fans feeling a little concerned that Magic would be leaning more into Universes Beyond than its own established lore and characters, but Mark Rosewater, the game's head designer, has shot down that idea in a recent update to his Q&A blog.Here's what Rosewater had to say.Cloud and Sephiroth can do battle in cardboard forms(Image: Wizards of the Coast/Square Enix)Posting on his blog, where he often responds to game design queries, Rosewater was asked by a fan about the response to the game's most recent in-universe sets (colloquially referred to as 'Universes Within')."Not to be a Negative Nelly but most Universes Within sets have been received as average at best (save for Bloomburrow) while all the Universes Beyond have sold like hotcakes. If this trend continues do you see a world where Universes Within are scrapped entirely?"If you were panicking that Magic's own Multiverse would be sacrificed at the altar of borrowing other IP, Rosewater has good news."The last four in-Multiverse sets (Bloomburrow, Duskmourn, Foundations, and Aetherdrift) all did well.""And Outlaws of Thunder Junction looks like its going to end up in spitting distance of expectations. Only Murders at Karlov Manor did poorly.""So, no. I do not expect us to scrap in-Multiverse sets."Article continues belowWe previewed Aetherdrift ahead of launch and said we expect it to be a fun set, and we're excited for the next set, Tarkir Dragonstorm.For more on Magic The Gathering, the Final Fantasy set got a full reveal last month, with Spider-Man cards being shown not long after, while the door is open for more Square Enix partnerships.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Expert reveals GTA 6 features are in Rockstar game you can play right now
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    GTA 6's lighting features might be available right now in GTA 5 Enhanced Edition on PC, as one expert digs into the new free update to Rockstar's classic adventureTech10:01, 17 Mar 2025Updated 10:34, 17 Mar 2025GTA 5's Enhanced Edition only launched this month(Image: Rockstar Games)Grand Theft Auto 6 is coming this this year, with a supercomputer predicting the game will finally launch on October 25, 2025 but Rockstar remains silent.While the Enhanced Edition of GTA 5 has ended up getting a 'Mixed' review score on Steam, gaming technical experts Digital Foundry have been looking into the updated PC release and have found some exciting hints for what GTA 6 could learn from it.Article continues belowFrom ray-traced lighting to 30 FPS, here's what Alex Battaglia had to say about the potential features Rockstar could carry across.We've previously heard that GTA 6 would be targeting 30 FPS on console, and Battaglia has reached a similar conclusion."We still don't think GTA 6 will be a 60fps game on consoles, however, and again, GTA 5 on PC indicates that the set-up costs for RT are too much for 60fps on console-equivalent CPUs. So while RTGI is relatively light on the GPU, it is far heavier on the CPU side and is more limiting as a result."Battaglia is referring to the RTGI (ray-traced global illumination) in the video above, which suggests that as good as the new lighting effects in GTA 5's Enhanced Edition look, they're likely too much for your PS5 or Xbox Series X to handle at any higher than 30 FPS.Given the sheer amount of detail in GTA 6's trailer alone, there's a good chance of that 30FPS limit but there's good news, too.Battaglia posits that the amount of work that went into GTA 5's improved ray-tracing, which he dubs a "comprehensive beast", there's every chance Rockstar is laying the groundwork for GTA 6's lighting.In fact, he even suggests that some of the GTA 5 Enhanced Edition lighting are actually from GTA 6 suggesting this could be the closest we get for a while.Article continues belowFor more on GTA 6, check out why the Xbox may get a big boost from its launch, as well as everything we know about the game so far.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Nintendo Switch 2 launch games leak as fans all say the same thing
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    Nintendo Switch 2 is likely to have a big presence from one publisher as a new leak reveals a series of epic launch titles for Nintendo's console here's all we've learnedTech10:13, 17 Mar 2025Updated 10:32, 17 Mar 2025Elden Ring is an easy contender for one of PS5's best games(Image: FromSoftware)Nintendo's Switch 2 is getting a full reveal on April 2. At a special Nintendo Direct, we're hoping to find out the system's release date and pricing.We'll also hear more about the launch lineup, but one leaker appears to have jumped the gun somewhat and not only revealed one game, but multiple projects in development for the latest Nintendo hardware.Article continues belowAs fans have pointed out, however, there's something curious all the games revealed are from the same publisher, with Bandai Namco seemingly leading the third-party charge for the new console.Elden Ring is one of the greatest games of all time(Image: Steam)The leak once again comes from eXtas1S, who has a relatively solid track record with revealing gaming news.According to his latest video, the Switch 2 is planned to launch in June 2025 (which we've heard before), and bandi Namco is throwing three of its biggest games at the system.eXtas1S has suggested Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero could be among the launch window titles, while Elden Ring and Tekken 8 are also tipped to appear. That trio are some of the publisher's best work, with Elden Ring likely to be a big hit for gamers that missed out on it in 2022.I can say that Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is expected to be one of the very first Bandai Namco games to arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch. From what Ive been told, the console will launch in late June 2025, and this game will be one of the launch titles," the leaker explained (thanks, Game Post).It's an exciting array of titles for the new console if the rumour is true, but given the Switch 2 could cost more than anticipated, Nintendo will want to make it an enticing prospect.With analysts suggesting we'll see a new 3D Mario, and Nintendo already showing off a new Mario Kart, it could be the most impressive launch lineup in history.Article continues belowFor more on the Nintendo Switch 2, check out reports that the console's chat functionality will be miles ahead of Switch 1, as well as a series of details revealed by the US Government.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Diablo 4's second expansion is coming next year here's what we want to see
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    Diablo 4 is still one of the games I find myself playing multiple times a week, and now we know to expect a second expansion next year, here's everything I wantTech22:00, 16 Mar 2025The demon's of Hell won't vanquish themselvesDiablo 4 has been a fantastic experience since the Vessel of Hatred expansion dropped last year, adding a whole new class, region, and endgame activities.Even for someone already enjoying the base game, it elevated it significantly. Now in the midst of its seventh season, the ARPG that Elon Musk (apparently) plays is approaching its next update next month but fans were already curious about whether we'll get another expansion.Article continues belowWith Blizzard confirming the return of Blizzcon earlier this week, it seems highly likely that we'll get something Diablo 4 related in 2026. Indeed, as Diablo General Manager Rod Fergusson revealed at DICE in Las Vegas last month, the game's next expansion is coming next year.While that means we've got a little while to wait, it also means Blizzard can read this very article and find out what we want in Diablo 4 Expansion 2, right? Well maybe not, but here's our wishlist anyway.Vessel of Hatred bolted a whole new region (or at least, new for Diablo 4) onto Sanctuary when it arrived, and Nahantu's temples and jungles provided a nice change of pace from the doom and gloom of the base game.I mean, it was still dreary in true Diablo fashion, but a little greenery never hurt anyone. Fans have suggested that the next expansion could bring back some more classic locations like Tristram or Westmarch, but I'd like to see Xiansai make an appearance.It's the birthplace of Akarat, who was a core part of Vessel of Hatred's story, and the 'Great Isle' is packed with mountain ranges and magic-wielders a far cry from Nahantu.We're ready for fresh faces around the campfireA new region will be lovely, but the reason that people are likely to jump in is to see the amount of chaos they can cause with a fresh class.After all, the Spiritborn from Vessel of Hatred was fantastic, with a more modular design that meant it often felt a little like multiple classes in one.Xiansai's exports include poison and magic, suggesting there could be something to tie a fresh class to there, but I'm feeling nostalgic and would love a returning class or something from Diablo Immortal.I've been missing the Paladin personally, but I'd be just as happy with a Blood Knight or quick-hitting Monk. With Path of Exile 2, Diablo 4's chief rival, offering six classes and six more to come, here's hoping whoever joins the roster is fun to play as.Give us even more combat options, BlizzardOK, this is a little nebulous I know, but the seasonal abilities (especially the Witch Powers from Season 7) have been a revelation.My Rogue can deal damage and inflict poison without even touching an enemy, and I'm really enjoying mixing and matching abilities as I go.While I appreciate the fun of these game-breaking abilities can be how they move in and out of the game to stop anything getting stale, I'm hopeful Blizzard can find a way to tie these in as a secondary progression track even beyond Paragon Boards, which often feel a little too number-focused for my liking.Here's hoping for more challenging combat encountersVessel of Hatred's approach to endgame was, in my opinion, very close to perfect. Epilogue quests, Kurast Undercity time trials, Nightmare Dungeons, and the Dark Citadel were all great, and more casual players could farm Helltides for fresh gear and XP.In all honesty, my main request for Expansion 2 would just be more. Another co-op challenge like the Dark Citadel would be great, potentially increasing the player count to make it closer to a Raid.Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Monster Hunter Wilds' post-launch roadmap and everything coming to Capcom's hit
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    Monster Hunter Wilds has been out for a couple of weeks, and fans are already desperate to know what's coming here's everything we know so far about the game's post-launch content roadmapTech08:00, 16 Mar 2025Ready to tackle even more foes?(Image: Capcom)Monster Hunter Wilds launched at the tail-end of February, and it's likely to be one of the biggest games of the year. Our review said it's "everything fans couldve asked for in a sequel to Monster Hunter World", and the game hit huge player numbers on launch day.While Capcom works to iron out performance issues, fans are no doubt looking to the horizon for what's new. Monster Hunter games tend to roll out fresh challenges after launch to keep players returning, and Wilds will be no different in that regard.Article continues belowWith the developer already confirming some additional post-launch content, and with more to come, here's everything coming that we know of so far for Monster Hunter Wilds.Content cannot be displayed without consentThe additional updates for Monster Hunter Wilds will be split into two categories: Free Title Updates, and Event Quests.Two Free Title Updates are confirmed so far, with the first in April 2025 so not long to wait at all. Title Update 1 will introduce Mizutsune as a new monster, as well as a level of challenge which is apparently tougher than the 'Tempered' monsters which currently mark the toughest foes in Wilds. It'll also add a Gathering Hub for players to get together in between hunts, presumably similar to the one seen in Monster Hunter World.DLC 2 has less information for now, but we know it'll come this Summer and bring at least one new monster. We're still hoping for the carpet-bombing Bazelgeuse which caused utter carnage in Monster Hunter World's post-game.Prepare for tougher foes than Nerscylla(Image: Capcom)Both updates will include Event Quests, which will be limited-time events with valuable rewards. These range from Armor Spheres for upgrading gear to whole new pieces of headgear and Glowing Orbs.As for a potential expansion, it's hard to say. Monster Hunter World launched in 2018, with an expansion following around 18 months later. Iceborne upped the difficulty and added new Monsters and regions.2021's Monster Hunter Rise, on the other hand, debuted in 2021 (at least on Switch), before Sunbreak launched a year later. Could we get the same for Wilds? A 2026 expansion could certainly increase the difficulty, but Capcom hasn't announced anything just yet.Article continues belowMonster Hunter Wilds is Capcom's fast-selling game in the company's history, selling more than 8 million copies in the first three days since launch.Now, if you'll excuse me, I have more optional quests to complete before Mizutsune gets here...For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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  • Steam Spring Sale bargain offers one of my favourite games of the year for less than 6
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    The Headliners is some of the most fun I've had playing video games in recent months, and it's cheaper than you may think in the Steam Spring Sale here's why it's worth a lookTech22:00, 15 Mar 2025Updated 22:12, 15 Mar 2025Yes, that's a KaijuThe Steam Spring Sale is packing a whole bunch of discounts, and while there are some indie gems and AAA hits, I took a punt on a smaller title that launched in January of this year.The Headliners stars you and your friends as a group of hapless journalists (imagine that...), thrown into a city in chaos that falls somewhere between a zombie apocalypse, alien invasion, and kaiju attack.Article continues belowNot being sure what to expect, I figured I could spare the 5.35 it currently costs to jump in. What I found is a mix of the hilarious and horrific, a slapstick horror game that I can see myself coming back to over the months ahead.Movement is clumsy in the best wayThe idea of The Headliners is relatively simple. You and your comrades are photographers, and in Pokemon Snap-style, you're tasked with grabbing as many impossible photos as you can.Spot a creepy spider thing crawling toward you? Quick, snap it! See a colleague get their leg torn off by a monster? Document it! You get more points for the more bizarre and action-packed the shot, and that translates into the opportunity to spend more money on new gear like better cameras (they only have capacity for 10 shots, use them wisely), torches, and backpacks.The magic is in the execution. There's a blocky aesthetic to the locales, with characters being much more cartoonish. Pair that with in-game chat that sees their mouths move as you speak, and the option to snap a selfie with your fellow shutterbugs, and you've got a recipe for hilarious photo compositions."Say Cheese!"That's not to say there isn't plenty of jump scare potential, however. The Headliners may appear goofy, but when you're running low on stamina and hear something breathing down your neck (directional audio is fantastic), or your teammates walkie talkies go dead and you're on your own, you'll want to make a run for it.Add in creatures capable of possessing teammates, monsters that can burst through drain covers, and the fact you only get points if you successfully extract with your camera, and you've got a recipe for multiplayer chaos that flips the idea of running away from danger on its head.That's because you'll often need to press deeper into abandoned malls and offices to capture evidence of whatever the hell is going on, and there's nothing quite like extracting via helicopter as a Cloverfield-esque monster comes charging down the street.Article continues belowFor the sake of just over a fiver, I wholeheartedly recommend The Headliners.For more on PC gaming, be sure to check out how Monster Hunter Wilds has helped Steam to a new concurrent player record, as well as what it's like moving from console to PC.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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