Proud Nordics brings the best out of Ys X

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In my review, I found Ys X to be a bit uneven, but overall enjoyable. The combat is fantastic – a real standout, and a refreshing change from previous Ys games, particularly those starting with Ys Seven. The main character, Karja, is captivating and likable. The strong connection she develops with Adol, as ‘Shield Siblings,’ is a key part of what makes the game special.

The Western release of Ys X: Proud Nordics for Switch 2 is even better than last year’s Japanese release

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Okay, so before I get into what’s different in the Western release, let me quickly talk about how much better Ys X: Nordics looked and played compared to previous games. It was clearly made with the Switch in mind from the start, unlike some of the older ports – those felt like they were trying to run on more powerful consoles. Honestly, after the Ys VIII and IX ports which weren’t great visually, Nordics was a huge step up and the best-looking, smoothest-running modern Ys game on the Switch. It aimed for 30 frames per second, and while it wasn’t super sharp, it was a solid experience whether you were playing on your TV or in handheld mode.

Ys X: Proud Nordics for PC builds on the original and delivers another best-in-class conversion from PH3

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Players familiar with recent PC releases of PH3 will find this version very comfortable. For newcomers, Ys X: Proud Nordics on PC offers several improvements over the console versions. These include enhanced visuals with HDR support, customizable controls (including mouse and keyboard), and various display options like ultrawide and 16:10 support. You’ll also find quality-of-life features like adjustable autosave intervals, the ability to skip logos for faster loading, direct save loading from Steam, independent movie volume control, customizable button prompts, gamepad deadzone settings, and an asset caching feature.

Netflix’s 8-Part Mystery Thriller Becomes A Universal Streaming Juggernaut

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The new drama, The Art of Sarah, has quickly become a huge hit on the streaming service, gaining popularity just days after its release. The series centers around Sarah Kim, a woman who lives a lavish lifestyle under assumed identities. But her carefully constructed world falls apart when police in Seoul, South Korea, discover a body they believe is hers.

Spider-Noir: Nicolas Cage’s Ben Reilly Noir Twist Explained

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Nicolas Cage is starring in ‘Spider-Noir,’ a live-action series based on the Spider-Man character, and Sean O’Connell recently shared key details from a new preview. In this episode of the Heroes Journey Podcast, Sean highlights five important things to know: when the show will be released, the option to watch in color or classic black-and-white, … Read more

Zlaner’s 10x Zoom Clip: A Guide to the New Scope

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Everyone’s excited about a new scope, from regular players to pros like Zlaner, and for good reason! The 10x zoom scope isn’t just another add-on – it completely changes how you handle long-distance combat. If you’ve ever wanted both binoculars for spotting and a powerful sniper scope, this is it. It lets you scout and snipe seamlessly in one go.

All Golden Ball Locations in Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties

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One of the side quests involves collecting seven golden balls scattered around Kamurocho. Longtime fans of the series will remember this as a callback to a similar quest in Like a Dragon Gaiden. You need to find all seven and return them to Shen, who will then grant you a wish – it’s a classic trope, you probably know it!