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Welcome to the weekend, puzzlers! There’s a rugged Connections waiting for you today—each group has one word that, when taken with the one word from another group, could easily form its own group. But they don’t, so you’d be wrong. (Like we were, darn it.) Maybe you’ll need some wake-me-up background music to get you… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDWJzZ

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree added a splendid Incantation called Roar of Rugalea. If you enjoy roaring at your foes to deal the hurt and dish out heavy poise damage, whether in the streets or in the game, this powerful spell could be just what you’re looking for. And all you’ll need to do is take down the big bad… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDW3JJ

Next week, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom launches on Nintendo Switch. It’s the first mainline entry in the franchise to let you play as Princess Zelda. And once again, Nintendo is being secretive about who developed it, though fans have seemingly figured it out. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDVJK0

September 20, 2024 – SEGA is thrilled to unveil Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, a brand-new action-adventure title launching for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4 on February 28, 2025. Starting from today, pre-orders are now available on each platform. Details about the game’s cast, story, and combat system have also been revealed, along with a world […] http://dlvr.it/TDV42N

Following Sony’s shock decision to haul live service hero shooter Concord offline, its game director has reportedly stepped down with some staff concerned about the future of the studio. http://dlvr.it/TDTmSP

The latest Coin Master links to net yourself some free spins and coins. http://dlvr.it/TDTPkJ

Netflix and Zack Snyder have revealed the first trailer for their Rebel Moon video game spinoff, Blood Line: A Rebel Moon Game. http://dlvr.it/TDSDH5

Microsoft has announced that it will soon phase out its Xbox Ambassadors program after 13 years of operations, giving fans about a month to redeem leftover codes and rewards. http://dlvr.it/TDS2NM

Earlier this month, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 launched to rave reviews. But even a great game can be improved, and that’s exactly what developers Saber Interactive is planning to do. Thanks to a new FAQ, we now have a good idea of what’s coming (and not coming) in the future. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDRnDd

It was a surprising bit of feel-good news when Krafton, which publishes the hit battle royale PUBG, swooped in to buy Hi-Fi Rush maker Tango Gameworks after it was suddenly shut down by Microsoft amid budget cuts earlier this year. While that deal still isn’t fully finalized, Krafton’s CEO says helping the studio make … Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDRSHb

Shadow of the Erdtree, the one and only DLC for Elden Ring, adds Aspects of the Crucible: Thorns, a new, powerful Incantation for those looking to damage multiple enemies at once, and looking awesome doing it. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDR4R6

The Serpent Crest Shield is a Medium Shield added in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking full physical blocking abilities without being weighed down by one of the game’s massive Greatshields. We highly recommend you snag when possible. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDPtFq

The PS5 is full of gorgeous games, so you should pair it with a TV that can breathe the most life into every frame. http://dlvr.it/TDPh6m

Get free rewards like Trait Rerolls and Gems with these Anime Vanguards Roblox codes. http://dlvr.it/TDPQcY

Switch-tember continues apace with more wild speculation about the Switch 2 or whatever Nintendo ends up calling its upcoming gaming console. This time it’s due to allegedly leaked manufacturing information out of China which appears to show renders of what the Switch 2 might look like as well as its specifications. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDP6M4

Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is a very good third-person shooter with a lot of action and content to play. But if you’ve beaten the main campaign and are craving more, we have you covered. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDNlFV

The PS Vita hit Freedom Wars is coming to modern platforms, and after playing a preview demo, it's looking like a faithful remaster after; it's set to launch in January 2025. http://dlvr.it/TDMY9R

On September 17, EA held its annual Investor Day event. This is where the company shows off the future of what it’s working on, discusses how it plans to expand its franchises, and tries to convince a lot of people with money that they are profitable and worth further investment. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDMMML

Most sequels to successful games are safe, conservative iterations on the ideas of the original, but not here: Frostpunk 2 is a bold follow-up that takes an almost entirely different approach to its city-building strategy. It’s set in the same bleak, iced-over world where people struggle to survive, but it’s refreshing that we’re not retreading the same frozen ground. Everything from how you place buildings to how you manage resources and heat your city is a new spin, and its political system is a creative way to interact with the people of New London that does a great job of conveying a sense of quid-pro-quo negotiation in a representative democracy. The zoomed-out perspective does mean that we lose a lot of the feeling of intimacy that made the first game truly stand out, but there’s no shortage of morally questionable decisions to make as you’re building your society. A frosty atmosphere is strong, thanks to bone-chilling weather effects and dramatic music that swells as tension

72 hours. That was how much time you originally had to find out why there was a zombie outbreak at Willamette Parkview Mall, in the fantastically entertaining Dead Rising. Even after unlocking its extended modes, it never felt enough to capture all the unpredictable and often hilarious fun had by using everything from a kids’ plastic laser sword to tennis balls to fend off the endless undead masses. So it’s only fitting that Capcom has updated Frank West’s adventure with Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster to get fans and newcomers’ blood pumping in the best possible way… Verify your age to view this content. Verify your age to view this content. Note: Some gameplay clips in this article feature outfits available with the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Digital Deluxe Edition A visual showpiece via the RE Engine 1/2Now showing slide 1 of 2Show all Real time lighting and shadows: Whether you’re

Hayao Miyazaki is a legendary director and animator whose entire filmography is exceptional, so ranking his films is no easy feat. You’d be hard-pressed to find a “bad” film from the Studio Ghibli co-founder, so this piece is more about ranking from great to masterpiece rather than from good to bad. Miyazaki’s… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDLPcq

In an exclusive interview with IGN, Head of Respawn & Group GM for EA Studios Organization Vince Zampella defended the price of the PS5 Pro while taking a wait and see approach to what it might mean for Battlefield. http://dlvr.it/TDK2xP

Final Fantasy 16 producer Naoki Yoshida has asked fans to please not make "offensive or inappropriate" mods upon the game's PC release tomorrow, September 17. http://dlvr.it/TDJp9K

Nintendo has announced two new Nintendo Switch bundles for release this fall: Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership. http://dlvr.it/TDJTYf

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection launched last week and — matchmaking issues aside — players have been enjoying its nostalgia-fueled combat. But there’s one problem: fighting game legend Justin Wong. http://dlvr.it/TDJTQP

As is Nintendo video game tradition, another Switch exclusive has leaked online ahead of its official release date. This time it’s The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, which has seen unofficial gameplay hit the internet, sparking takedowns from Nintendo and spoiler concern from fans. http://dlvr.it/TDJ6L0

The weekend is officially here, and we've rounded up the best deals you can find! Discover the best deals for Sunday, September 15, below: Save $450 Off This ASUS ROG Strix Gaming Desktop Walmart has a great deal this weekend on this ASUS ROG Strix Gaming Desktop. Packed in is the Ryzen 5 7600X, alongside the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL. Additionally, you'll have access to 32GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB PCIe G4 SSD, and more. One of the best features of this desktop is the case, which has a built-in handle just in case you need to transport it somewhere. With the very expensive PS5 Pro just announced, this can be a great option for just a few hundred dollars more. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for $29.99 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is at a new all-time low price this weekend! SMT V: Vengeance is an enhanced version of the former Nintendo Switch exclusive SMT V, launched in 2019. The biggest feature available in this upgraded re-release is the all new Canon of Vengeanc

Something strange happened during the lead-up to Noche UFC, the promotion’s second annual celebration of Mexican Independence Day. For the first time since becoming interested in MMA during the McGregor era and falling in love with the sport during the pandemic, I skipped all of my UFC fight week traditions. I hadn’t… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDGhBf

Amid Concord’s demise and a somewhat divisive PS5 Pro announcement, Astro Bot brought us some joy during an otherwise super serious month for Sony. The adorable 3D platformer is filled to the brim with cameos from characters across PlayStation’s 30-year history, as well as secret levels and hidden little goodies that… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDGShq

To be able to afford something means more than just having the money that it costs. It also means having the requisite desire and perceived need to convince yourself its cost is commensurate with its value. When I say I can’t afford to take a $40 Uber home from the office but then spend $60 on Uber Eats when I get… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDGDMr

Hey Connectioneers, it’s time for the Sunday scramble! Puzzling can become a little obsessive for some people. Not “Disney adults dropping $400K large to get unbanned from a cultish sounding dinner club” obsessive, but a little crazy nonetheless. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDGDFL

A California couple says that their retirement plans were set back five years after they lost a lawsuit against Disneyland (DIS), following a ban from the park’s exclusive Club 33. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDF8D5

Welcome to the weekend, puzzlers! There’s a rugged game of Connections waiting for you today. If you’re a foodie or a gamer, you’ll think you’ve got it all figured out, but then … Maybe not. Regardless, it’s a great wakeup call for your brain—much better than diving back into the wild debate about the pros and cons of… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDDwfT

This expansion is the best WoW has been on all fronts in many years. http://dlvr.it/TDDRhg

No More Heroes and Lollipop Chainsaw developer Goichi Suda a.k.a. Suda51 believes the gaming community “cares too much” about review scores on sites like Metacritic. http://dlvr.it/TDCfbv

Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Howdy folks! The PlayStation Podcast gang returns to continue the discussion on Astro Bot, including segments with and without spoilers. The team also talks Animal Well and A Short Hike. Stuff We Talked About The Cast Thanks to Dormilón for our rad theme […] http://dlvr.it/TDCR80

Annapurna Interactive has spent the last eight years publishing some of the most creatively bold and critically-acclaimed games from smaller studios and developers, parlaying an impressive hit rate into a seal of quality whenever its label appears in the opening credits. Now just about everyone who worked there… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDC7QD

One of the best things The Pokémon Company ever did was make life-sized plushies of some of its monsters. I feel this way not because I think the plushies themselves are that practical—they’re not—but because the photoshoots the company uses to show them off are always incredible meme fodder. Who can forget the life-si… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TDC769

The Lord of the Rings life sim Tales of the Shire delayed to early 2025. http://dlvr.it/TDBPVQ

Clad in a limited edition Destiny color theme http://dlvr.it/TD9P6l

Shadow of the Erdtree warned you right at the outset that it was out to hurt you, and continue hurting you, but once you’ve burned down the Sealing Tree, and made it through the final dungeon, you just might be feeling pretty confident again. The final boss, Radahn, changes that. Immediately. Even after his recent nerf Read more... http://dlvr.it/TD98zc

Mobile video game phenomenon Flappy Bird is set to return 10 years after its creator pulled it offline. http://dlvr.it/TD8rs5

Just when I think I don’t give a Took about the many branching narratives in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, the Amazon Prime series drops an episode that cleverly pulls together the disparate stories, justifying their (somewhat plodding) existence. Episode five is one of the more potent examples of the… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TD8Tbc

PS5 system software update 24.06-10.00.00 is rolling out now. Check out the patch notes. http://dlvr.it/TD85g1

Sony has revealed the full line-up of PlayStation Plus Games Catalog additions for September 2024, which includes The Plucky Squire, Far Cry 5, and more. http://dlvr.it/TD6tHh

Elden Ring has a major new patch today, and some of the most notable changes are to Shadow of the Erdtree’s final boss. The encounter is still tough but some of the most brutal attacks have lost their stinging edge. Read more... http://dlvr.it/TD6ZMw

If you haven’t heard, Sony announced the PlayStation 5 Pro today, September 10, and that sucker is $700. That’s before you buy a disc drive and a vertical stand, which will run you another $110. The company is asking for nearly a grand to get the full experience, all in the name of a technical leap forward. But how… Read more... http://dlvr.it/TD6C1Y

A modder has restored content cut from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt ending where Ciri becomes a witcher herself. http://dlvr.it/TD68p5

Is the price tag really too high? How good will GTA 6 look? We explore these and more burning questions about the newly revealed PlayStation 5 Pro. http://dlvr.it/TD4lcn

From silky smooth frame rates in The Last of Us 2 to Hogwarts Legacy's shiny floors, these games will make the most of PS5 Pro. http://dlvr.it/TD4WD7