Today, Snail Games announced that open world, voxel-based sandbox survival game PixARK will be releasing on May 31st via retail and digital distribution for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.
Kingdom Hearts III continues to expand with a brand new update today. In this update, players can embark on – or relive – the adventure of a lifetime with Sora and friends in the all-new Critical Mode, an additional high-difficulty mode that will challenge players in their fight against the darkness.
In this new mode:
Additionally, this update adds the feature for players to carry over their Keyblades to a new game. Keyblades that are carried over will return to their default strength, but through this optional feature, players can utilize Keyblades otherwise not obtained until later in the game from the beginning.
Today, Ubisoft announced that the Hitokiri, a new warrior, will be joining the Samurai Faction in For Honor with the launch of Year 3, Season 2 on May 2 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. This new Season is the second of For Honor’s Year 3, which will continue to bring even more Heroes, new maps, seasonal events and more throughout the year.
The Hitokiri are ghostly warriors who have lost all faith in humanity. They wander the land clutching their Masakari, the mighty axes they used to sentence criminals, their presence on the battlefield spreading a black cloud that can terrify all enemies. This new archetype will have both female and male versions: Sakura and Yato. The Hitokiri will be immediately playable for all owners of the Year 3 pass on May 2nd, while all other players will be able to unlock the Hitokiri on May 9th for 15,000 Steel.
In addition, Year 3, Season 2 will introduce additional Hero updates to improve the roster, focusing on the Lawbringer and on the Raider as well as a new map, Canopy, that will be added free for all For Honor players on May 2nd.
Today, Ubisoft announced that Fields of Elysium, the first episode of the second post-launch story arc of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, The Fate of Atlantis, is now available across all available platforms.
Fields of Elysium introduces players to the paradise of Elysium, an otherworldly realm of luscious growth and no conflict, ruled by the goddess Persephone. As the story unfolds, players uncover its sinister secrets while trying to unlock the power of the Staff of Hermes to find a way out of Elysium. Helping Hermes, Persephone’s friend Hekate as well as the human Adonis, players uncover the true nature of Elysium as it inevitably descends into civil war.
Each of the three episodes of The Fate of Atlantis will introduce new ability enhancements related to the three branches of the skill tree – Hunter, Warrior and Assassin. In this first episode, players will discover four new ability enhancements, including:
Today, Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios announced Neverwinter: Undermountain is now available on PC, and coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on June 11th. Adventurers are summoned to Halaster Blackcloak’s dungeon beneath Waterdeep where they will explore five new Adventure Zones via the Yawning Portal social hub. Players will encounter and be guided by the proprietor of the well-known tavern, Durnan (voiced by Dungeon Master Ruty Rutenberg), and the Chultan priest of Waukeen, Obaya Uday (voiced by D&D community leader and founder of Gilding Light, Satine Phoenix). Adventurers in Neverwinter can also look forward to a level cap increase to 80, an Endgame Dungeon, Class Powers and Feats overhauls, a revamped Boons system, a richer loot drop experience and tons more in Undermountain.
Square Enix, Eidos-Montréal, and Crystal Dynamics today announced “The Path Home,” the final DLC adventure for Shadow of the Tomb Raider, is available now. Out as an exclusive free download to all Season Pass holders, “The Path Home” is available for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam.
Following the end of Shadow of the Tomb Raider, the dust had settled and the battle seemed over. However, when allies go missing, Lara must search ancient tunnels to try and find them. Lara’s new journey features a brand-new challenge tomb, which contains a secret that’s been hidden for ages.
Also exclusive to the Season Pass are the new Midnight Sentinel outfit, which enables longer focus and perception durations, and the Silver Strike bow, which causes arrows to penetrate enemy body armor or even pierce multiple unarmored enemies. In addition, the new Magic Touch skill allows Lara to consume fewer resources when crafting on the go. Completing the Season Pass additions, Score Attack and Time Attack are now playable for all tombs from the main game.
Capcom today announced that Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen is now available on the Nintendo Switch for $29.99 USD. Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen on Nintendo Switch comes complete with all previously released extra content, DLC and the Dark Arisen expansion.
Bandai Namco today announced Doraemon Story of Seasons for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The game is scheduled for release in Fall 2019.
The anime character – Doraemon – makes his way into the Story of Seasons series in a brand new farming adventure. Players will be able to enjoy traditional Story of Seasons activities like growing crops, cultivating their farm, exploring, bug hunting, and much more.
Noby and other familiar faces from the Doraemon franchise will take part in a journey across the title’s original local town. Players will develop the town along with their own farm while interacting and forming bonds with other townspeople. Doraemon’s secret gadgets will also be featured throughout Doraemon Story of Seasons.
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced that Mortal Kombat 11, the latest entry in the franchise from NetherRealm Studios, is now available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.
Mortal Kombat 11 follows the events of Mortal Kombat X and introduces a time-bending narrative bringing together characters from different Mortal Kombat eras, along with various franchise-first fighters, culminating in the ultimate generational clash as current characters collide with their past selves. Mortal Kombat 11 also debuts the Custom Character Variation System, which offers nearly infinite customization options for players, providing a deeper and more personalized experience than ever before.
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today released the second SHAZAM! movie level pack for LEGO DC Super-Villains on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The DLC packs add new levels and DC characters inspired by the Warner Bros. Pictures film, SHAZAM!
SHAZAM! Movie Level Pack 1 and 2 are part of the Season Pass in the LEGO DC Super-Villains Deluxe Edition which can be purchased separately for $14.99. For players that want to purchase SHAZAM! Movie Level Pack 1 and 2 à la carte, they can now be purchased together in a bundle for $5.99.