The next video in the series, Forspoken – Deep Dive | Magic Combat, releases on November 3 and will dive into the fundamentals of Frey’s magical combat skills. Discover more about the types of magic, attacks, and upgrades players can unlock to help Frey battle the wide variety of enemies she’ll encounter throughout her journey. The final video, Forspoken – Deep Dive | Exploring Athia, releases on November 10 and will showcase quests, challenges, and various activities that players can find and accomplish across the world of Athia.

Designed for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Forspoken will harness the full power of the console and demonstrate Luminous Productions’ philosophy to provide a gaming experience like never before, fusing together the latest technology with creativity. Forspoken will launch simultaneously on PS5 and PC (via STEAM, Epic Games Store, or Microsoft Store) on January 24, 2023, and is available to pre-order now. The Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust Story DLC will be available Summer 2023.

Let us know what you think about Forspoken so far and whether or not you are interested in playing the game.

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Players can also try out a free digital demo on all available platforms. Save data from the demo, including all game progress and character levels will carry over to the full game, allowing players to seamlessly continue their missions with the Blue Foxes once purchasing the game.

The DioField Chronicle is crafted by a skilled and experienced development team, which features unique character designs by Taiki (Lord of Vermilion III, IV), concept art by Isamu Kamikokuryo (FINAL FANTASY XII, FINAL FANTASY XIII), and beautifully orchestrated music by world-renowned composers Ramin Djawadi and Brandon Campbell, known best for their work on Game of Thrones.

The DioField Chronicle is now available for the PS5 console, PS4 console, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, the Nintendo Switch system, and PC via Steam. Let us know what you think about The DioField Chronicle and whether or not you are interested in checking it out.

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The new gameplay footage provides players with the deepest look yet at some of the areas they will encounter in Athia, including Cipal the last remaining haven where the surviving Athians take refuge from the devastating Break, a powerful force that corrupts everyone and everything it touches. Cipal serves as a key location for Frey as she can collect and trade information and goods in preparation for the corrupted land and beasts that she faces off with in her attempt to save Athia.

The gameplay trailer follows Frey on a quest from Athian archivist Johedy, as she ventures into the wilds of two corrupted areas, Praenost and Avoalet. The two realms featured in the trailer give players a glimpse of the different enemies they will encounter and showcases the versatility of Frey’s magical combat skills. Players can choose to wreak magical havoc on enemies, fighting in a controlled frenzy and unleashing a barrage of quick-fire spells or they can take a more methodical approach wielding powerful and calculated attacks on their adversaries. In Forspoken, no two fights are ever the same.

Players are also given a closer look at Frey’s magic-enhanced parkour skills that enable her to seamlessly and quickly traverse Athia readying for her next big battle or fight. Using the magic-enhanced parkour system, players can explore Athia’s lush landscapes and discover a variety of rewards that will enhance Frey’s journey and skillset, including mana, which players can use to unlock new magical abilities; powerful gear for stat boosts and increases; as well as collectible items for crafting and trading, and more. The new gameplay footage also gives players a glimpse of how Frey’s magic-enhanced parkour can be used in conjunction with her combat skills in battle, enabling her to evade enemy attacks while inflicting damage in a fast and fluid manner.

Square Enix and Luminous Productions also revealed a brand-new character artwork of protagonist, Frey Holland. Outfitted with new magical abilities and sentient Cuff, the new character art showcases Frey as Athia’s empowered hero, ready to take on the trials and tribulations that lie ahead in her journey to save the people of Athia and find her way home.

Designed for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Forspoken will harness the full power of the console and demonstrate Luminous Productions’ philosophy to provide a gaming experience like never before, fusing together the latest technology with creativity. Forspoken will launch simultaneously on PS5 and PC (via STEAM, Epic Games Store, or Microsoft Store) on January 24, 2023, and is available to pre-order now. The Forspoken: In Tanta We Trust Story DLC will be available Summer 2023.

Let us know what you think about this Forspoken gameplay video and whether or not you are interested in playing the game when it comes out.

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Experience two award-winning Life is Strange games on Nintendo Switch for the very first time!
Meet an unforgettable cast of characters across two gripping stories – with remastered visuals and upgraded animations now optimized for the Nintendo Switch.
 
Harness the power of Max’s supernatural rewind ability or Chloe’s quick-witted attitude to change the course of shocking events in Arcadia Bay. The Life is Strange Arcadia Bay Collection includes ‘Life is Strange Remastered’ and ‘Life is Strange: Before the Storm Remastered’.

• Two complete games
• Remastered visuals improved and optimized for Switch across characters and environments
• Improved character animation using full facial mocap performance (Life is Strange Remastered)
• Choice and consequence driven stories with multiple endings
• Harness the power of Max’s rewind ability or Chloe’s quick-witted attitude to change the course of events
• Every track from the distinct licensed soundtrack & original scores

The following is what Jon Brooke, Co-Head of Studio at Square Enix External Studios had to say about the game:

Firstly I’d like to recognise DON’T NOD for creating the incredible original Life is Strange, and offer thanks to Deck Nine Games for taking the emotional on-screen performance of these beloved characters to a new level in these new editions. Bringing these award-winning stories to the Nintendo Switch for the very first time was essential for us, as was the care the Deck Nine team have shown during their development. We’re excited to welcome a whole host of new players to these must-play games.

Let us know what you think about the Life is Strange Arcadia Bay Collection and whether or not you are interested in checking it out.

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In OCTOPATH TRAVELER: Champions of the Continent, players will experience a brand-new story in the world of Orsterra, a few years prior to the events of the beloved and award-winning RPG OCTOPATH TRAVELER. Travel Orsterra as “the Chosen One,” and fight to stop ruthless tyrants who seek to unleash bottomless darkness upon the land. Enjoy high-quality graphics, engaging combat, and storytelling akin to OCTOPATH TRAVELER in this adventurous prequel mobile title. OCTOPATH TRAVELER: Champions of the Continent has the following features:

• HD-2D: Evolved Pixel Art – The game’s classic 2D pixel art is enhanced with 3D-CG effects, bringing the wondrous world of Orsterra to life. Rediscover the beautifully stylized environments filled with side quests, dangerous bosses, and treasures.
• Strategic and Exhilarating Combat – Dive into an evolved command-style battle system, which utilizes up to eight party members and swipe controls that allow for fast-paced command selection.
• A Massive Character Roster – Choose from over 64 characters at launch to create an endless combination of teams. Customize team builds for each fight to reign victorious on the battlefield.
• Unique Interaction Paths – Unlock endless possibilities for character interactions, including the ability to “Inquire” for information, “Entreat” for items, or “Hire” characters as a party
• An Epic Game Soundtrack – Yasunori Nishiki, the composer behind the beloved OCTOPATH TRAVELER soundtrack, is back for this latest installment with new compositions to OCTOPATH TRAVELER: Champions of the Continent.

OCTOPATH TRAVELER: Champions of the Continent will be available for iOS and Android devices later this year.

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The demo gives PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players access to the opening section of the game where both single-player and four-player cross-play co-op can be experienced for free. All progress and achievements will be carried over to the full version of the game on PlayStation platforms following the official launch on March 3. Those who pre-order BABYLON’S FALL Digital Deluxe Edition will receive early access to the full game on February 28. SQUARE ENIX also announced that all players of BABYLON’S FALL will get the Premium Battle Pass for free during Season 1.

Developed in partnership with renowned action specialists, PlatinumGames Inc., the demo provides multiple hours of story content and limitless multi-player to give players a significant head-start for strengthening their Sentinel. The early stages of the game will introduce players to the immense power a Sentinel wields on the battlefield, but also the burden and unwanted responsibility they carry for saving the city that surrounds the Tower. It quickly becomes apparent that only through a Sentinel’s efforts and sacrifices will the secrets and treasures of the Tower be unveiled.

Featuring fluid co-op-combat, powerful weapons, and a unique, striking art style, the epic world of BABYLON’S FALL can be played solo or in parties up to four. Following the launch, BABYLON’S FALL will continue to be supported with new game modes, ongoing story content, and additional weapon types at no additional cost. BABYLON’S FALL is launching worldwide on the PlayStation 5 (PS5) console, PlayStation 4, and PC on March 3, 2022.

Let us know what you think about Babylon’s Fall getting a free demo on PlayStation and whether or not you are interested in checking it out.

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Players can test their internet connection prior to purchasing any of the title(s) with free playable demos, available to download now from Nintendo eShop for three of the beloved KINGDOM HEARTS titles, including KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC).

The first entry in the KINGDOM HEARTS franchise first released twenty years ago in 2002, thus launching the longstanding collaboration between SQUARE ENIX and Disney. Since then, over 35 million copies have shipped worldwide. Nintendo Switch players, who have eagerly awaited the arrival of the series’ back catalog on the platform, will soon be able to join Sora, Donald, Goofy, and many other Disney and Pixar characters on adventures through the “Dark Seeker Saga,” spanning from the original KINGDOM HEARTS to the critically acclaimed KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC).

Let us know what you think about Kingdom Hearts coming to Nintendo Switch via the cloud and which titles you are interested in checking out.

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The Switch edition of Life is Strange: True Colors has been optimized for the platform with enhanced visuals and performance capabilities, allowing players to become completely immersed in the supernatural mystery that was recently awarded the Golden Joystick for Best Narrative in a game.

In this award-winning narrative adventure, players take on the role of Alex Chen, a young woman with the secret ability to absorb and manipulate the strong emotions of others. When her brother dies in a so-called accident, she must embrace her volatile power to find the truth — and reveal dark secrets buried by the town.

Life is Strange: True Colors has also been nominated for Best Performance, Best Narrative, and Games for Impact by The Game Awards panel of video game industry news organizations. Winners will be announced during the live and streaming show on December 9.

Let us know what you think about Life is Strange: True Colors and whether or not you are interested in playing the game on the Nintendo Switch.

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Additionally, players without access to a GeForce RTX PC (or are away from their system) will be able to stream the RTX-enhanced version of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy via NVIDIA’s cloud-based GeForce NOW service, with in-game progress transferable between devices.

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy will be available on PlayStation 5 console, PlayStation 4 console, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One consoles, PC, and streaming via GeForce NOW on October 26, 2021. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cloud Version for Nintendo Switch also coming to select regions on October 26.

Let us know what you think about Guardians Of The Galaxy and whether or not you are interested in playing the game when it comes out.

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The story follows Cecil, a dark knight, and captain of the Red Wings, who decides to fight against the tyrannical Kingdom of Baron with his trusted friend and his paramour at his side, and later join forces with Kain the dragoon, Rosa the white mage, Rydia the summoner, and many more skilled allies. FINAL FANTASY IV set the standard for role-playing games with its diverse cast of characters, deep plot and real-time Active Time Battle (ATB) system, where time moves even during battle, giving the players an exciting sense of urgency. This latest version of FINAL FANTASY IV, brings the original release to life with improvements and updates, including:

• Universally updated 2D pixel graphics redrawn for modern hardware, featuring iconic FINAL FANTASY character pixel designs created by the original artist and current collaborator, Kazuko Shibuya
• Beautifully rearranged soundtracks, overseen by the original composer, Nobuo Uematsu
• Improved gameplay, including updated controller and touch controls, modernized UI, auto-battle options, and more
• Quality-of-life improvements including supplemental extras like the bestiary, illustration gallery, music player, and the ability to save at any time

Those who purchase FINAL FANTASY IV on Steam by September 23 will receive early purchase bonuses, including three specially rearranged music tracks, two wallpapers, and a 20% discount. These special tracks transition from the iconic original versions to the new arrangements and include:

• The Red Wings (Timelapse Remix)
• Main Theme of FINAL FANTASY IV (Timelapse Remix)
• Battle 2 (Timelapse Remix)

The game is rated Everyone 10+ (E10+) and is now available on Steam and mobile platforms. All six games within the pixel remaster series are available for purchase as part of the FINAL FANTASY I-VI Bundle for a further discount.

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