Back in October 2020, Asmongold played a crucial role in establishing the streaming collective known as OTK. He was one of its founding members, and he even co-hosted a podcast called ‘Steak and Eggs’ along with fellow streamers Tectone and Emiru for the group.
It’s clear that we can both acknowledge: In comparison to other free demo versions, the outcome of the recently released multiplayer game by Amazing Seasun Games studio (Ballads of Hongye), specifically Mecha Break Demo, is truly remarkable. At its height, a staggering 317,000 players were simultaneously enjoying this game, as recorded by SteamDB. This number surpasses the peak player count for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, implying that the demo’s launch can be considered a triumph for the developers.
Instead of going over each announcement in detail, this article will zero in on some key points. If you’d like to see the entire presentation, you can find it on IGN’s YouTube channel, with the ID@Xbox showcase starting approximately one hour in. It’s worth noting that, given this is an Xbox-centric event, every game displayed will be joining Game Pass upon release.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the NieR series, and to celebrate, there’ll be a live stream happening on YouTube at 2:00 a.m. PT on April 19th. Square Enix has shared that during this stream, they’ll disclose details about upcoming events and merchandise, along with a mini concert or developer conversation featuring Yoko Taro and Yosuke Saito.
It appears that the primary reason for the PS5 Pro’s sluggish sales is its price tag, with many gamers hesitant to pay €750 for a device offering only slight enhancements over its previous model. One user even joked, “Why spend 750€ on such a device?” indicating that they feel the high cost doesn’t justify the value provided. Other gamers have shared similar sentiments, stating that without an impressive collection of games designed to fully utilize the advanced hardware, the console seems more like a luxury than a must-have item.
For quite some time, Assassin’s Creed has stood as a leading franchise for Ubisoft, with them consistently putting out decent new installments every few years. However, it seems that either due to fatigue or an abundance of competitors in the same genre, the anticipation for the upcoming game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, has been more subdued than for previous games in the series.
At the core of AiChiTheOne’s post is a familiar sentiment: no matter how many times you’ve mastered levels in Mario or Call of Duty, there’s always a game that can catch you off guard. AiChiTheOne expressed their initial shock at struggling with Sifu, even the basic tutorial felt like facing a boss battle. They were overwhelmed by the multitude of moves, expressing how intimidating the combo system and mechanics could be. It’s hard not to feel a hint of nostalgia as you remember those moments from past gaming experiences when the game’s mechanics left you feeling like you had just hit the start button on a blender instead of your controller.
In the gaming world, nostalgia holds significant sway, and Neopets serves as an excellent example for study. As people reminisced about their past experiences such as nurturing their Neopets, playing mini-games, and engaging in community activities, the thread brimmed with a sense of shared warmth. A user named Gamefighter3000 expressed this nostalgia by saying, “Wow, I haven’t heard that name in ages, lol,” showing the enchantment associated with the return of something once cherished. Many users vividly recalled the mini-games, with one user, fuzzynavel34, remarking, “In those days, those mini-games were simply unbeatable.” These recollections reveal how the game’s unique combination of whimsical pets and engaging activities left an enduring impact on their lives—demonstrating that it was more than a mere pastime; it represented a childhood milestone. The nostalgia transcends basic gameplay; it serves as a reflection of simpler times, when online interactions were primarily innocent and fueled by curiosity and creativity.
The joyous reactions about Balatro’s successful reclassification poured in from all corners, reflecting a sense of triumph among many players. Some enthusiastically cheered, “YES! That’s a BIG victory!” as they rejoiced over the game now carrying a PEGI 12 rating. These comments underscored how this change is not just a win for Balatro but also for the players who can engage with it without worrying about gambling concerns. The excitement was infectious, with many praising the game as an enjoyable “number goes up” experience instead of a simulated gambling platform. This new classification is widely seen as a reflection of the game’s design principles, skillfully avoiding typical gambling issues while retaining the essence of a competitive card game. Those who appreciate Balatro emphasized that grasping its intricacies is key to differentiating it from poker.
The upcoming Transformers comic book series is part of Image Comics’ Energon Universe, an expansive collection of interconnected comics from Skybound Comics that includes series like Cobra Commander and Duke. These series also serve as updated versions of the GI Joe series and will be released in a Deluxe Edition collection called Codename: GI Joe Deluxe Edition Book One on June 24. Additionally, there’s the award-winning Void Rivals series, which initiated the Energon Universe and overlaps with the new Transformers and GI Joe series. This series is written by Robert Kirkman and illustrated by Lorenzo De Felici and Matheus Lopes, and you can preorder the Void Rivals Deluxe Edition Book One for $50 before its June 3 release date.