Daedalic Entertainment has unveiled a new developer’s interview for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum during today’s NACON Connect livestream. The stealth-action adventure is set to release in 2022 on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch and tells the story of the ring from Gollum’s perspective.
In the new developer video, Producer Harald Riegler introduces characters and environments Gollum encounters on his journey, like the inhuman Mouth of Sauron in Mordor or the Elvenking Thranduil from Mirkwood and explains that their design is as true to the source material as possible.
Bandai Namco has released the opening animation movie from their upcoming JRPG title, Tales of Arise. Animated by Japanese animation studio, Ufotable, the opening movie also features the song Hibana from the Japanese rock band Kankaku Pierrot. Tales of Arise will be available September 10th for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
NIS America today announced that Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is now available for Nintendo Switch and PC.
Frontier Foundry today reveled that it’s time-looping, turn-based shooter Lemnis Gate will conduct a public Beta test for PC players, July 22-26.
The Beta will feature four maps and two game modes, offering players a taste of the tactical challenges that await them in Lemnis Gate. In both modes, all seven Operatives are available to select. In addition to battling across various worlds, players taking part also have the opportunity to unlock exclusive operative and weapon skins only available through the Beta. Any skins unlocked during the Beta will carry over to the full game when it launches August 3rd on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
The Nintendo Switch family of systems is about to gain a new member. On October 8th, Nintendo Switch (OLED model) will launch at a SRP of $449.99 CAD / $349.99 USD.
Nintendo Switch (OLED model) has a similar overall size to the Nintendo Switch, but with a larger, vibrant 7-inch OLED screen. Nintendo Switch (OLED model) also features a wide adjustable stand for tabletop mode, a new dock with a wired LAN port, 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio for handheld and tabletop play. Just like Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch (OLED model) allows players to play on the TV and share the detachable Joy-Con controllers for right-out-of-the-box multiplayer. And just like both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite, with Nintendo Switch (OLED model), the system can be taken on the go to enjoy its play-anywhere versatility. A carrying case and screen protector set for Nintendo Switch (OLED model) will also be available.
Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol are back with more than 70 levels of 16-bit gameplay. These classics from the golden age of 16-bit gaming now come with modern features, newly added achievements, and behind-the-scenes gallery content.
In addition to bringing these classic games to modern platforms, Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol features include:
Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol is now available for $14.99 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Steam and GOG.
Ahead of the release of Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, Monster Hunter series Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and Director Kenji Oguro offered an in-depth look at the post-launch content coming to the game, showcased co-op gameplay, a new story trailer and more. In addition to the new story trailer providing one final look at the narrative in Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, the post-launch roadmap also detailed the end-game content awaiting Monster Riders after the game’s July 9th release on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.
In addition to the already announced first post-launch update, which brings the fan-favorite Palamute from Monster Hunter Rise as a ridable Monstie to Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin on July 15th, today’s program detailed five additional free updates coming to the game through October 2021. Title Update 2 arrives on August 5th, and introduces the gilded Elder Dragon Kulve Taroth as a new co-op quest for Monster Riders to tackle together. While Kulve Taroth will not be available as a ridable Monstie, materials from her quest will be invaluable for crafting powerful new equipment. This update will also introduce Hellblade Glavenus and Boltreaver Astalos as additional Monsties.
Title Update 3 arrives in early September, and brings Soulseer Mizutsune, Elderfrost Gammoth, and Oroshi Kirin as new Monsties. In late September, Title Update 4 follows on the heels of these new Monsties with Dreadking Rathalos and Molten Tigrex. As part of this update, Kulve Taroth returns in a new high-difficulty co-op quest that offers Monster Riders the opportunity for even greater rewards. In October, Silver Rathalos and Gold Rathian swoop in as part of Title Update 5, which also heralds the arrival of a special mysterious monster, who will be part of a highly difficult co-op quest that offers materials for crafting incredibly powerful equipment.
During the co-op gameplay reveal, Tsujimoto-san and Oguro-san provided an extensive look at the many ways that players can collaborate in co-op expeditions, including exploration, strategizing on combat, discovering Monster Dens, selecting eggs, and hatching new and unique Monsties. The duo also sat down to share a behind-the-scenes look at how the original Monster Hunter Stories was first created, what they set out to accomplish with a sequel, and their inspiration for the designs of new and returning characters.
In honor of the upcoming 10th anniversary of Star Wars: The Old Republic, BioWare has unveiled Legacy of the Sith, the next major expansion which marks the beginning of a new time for the MMORPG. Legacy of the Sith will send players on a military campaign to secure a vital planet for their faction as they uncover the ultimate plan of the renegade Sith, Darth Malgus. The expansion also features enhancements to SWTOR’s player experience with the new feature, Combat Styles, that expand player options and an array of quality of life upgrades. Star Wars fans will have an opportunity to rediscover the story of Star Wars: The Old Republic in Legacy of the Sith this Holiday season on PC via SWTOR.com and Steam, kicking off the 10th anniversary celebration which will run throughout 2022 and introduce new content, events, updates and more.
Legacy of the Sith will take players on an adventure to the far reaches of the galaxy including the aquatic planet of Manaan in pursuit of Darth Malgus. The major update will increase the maximum number of levels players can achieve by 5 to level 80. The toughest challenges yet Star Wars: The Old Republic will also be introduced with new collaborative missions including a Flashpoint set in a mountaintop tomb on the remote planet Elom, as well as an Operation in the remains of a deep space research station.
The latest expansion will introduce the new Combat Styles feature. Combat Styles will allow players to fulfill their ultimate Star Wars fantasy, independently choosing a specific class story and combining it with ability sets from other related tech or force wielding classes. Existing, returning and new players can look forward to improvements in creating their next Star Wars character through a refactored character creation system. In addition, updates to itemization and loadout experiences as well as streamlined class design further enhances the Star Wars: The Old Republic experience for new, returning and existing players.
Techland today debuted the second episode of Dying 2 Know, an original web series that dives deep into the world of Dying Light 2 Stay Human. The episode showcased a new gameplay trailer, gave survivors a closer look at the infected, and went behind the scenes of mocap and sound design. Techland also revealed a collaboration with the godfather of parkour, David Belle, who has actively participated in the creation of Dying Light 2 Stay Human and lent his talent to a major in-game character.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human launches December 7th on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
Today, EA unveiled EA Play Live Spotlight. Throughout the month of July, EA will host five different broadcasts made up of four individual Spotlights and the one main show; Spotlights will be like panels, where the main show is a collection of EA games with new things to reveal.
Here’s a quick breakdown of all the upcoming activities throughout July:
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