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Coming back from a five month break, 500% legend DPO23 is here to ruin the Resident Evil 3 remake for all of us (or make it better, depending on how you look at it.) After giving last year’s Resident Evil 2 remake the same treatment in a series of horrifying videos, DPO23 is back with the sequel.

With DPO23’s exaggerated facial expression videos going back over two years (having originated with all the excellent meme material of Heavy Rain), the gimmick somehow never gets old.

In a game like Resident Evil 3, the mods dramatically change the tone of its tense, dark scenes–though perhaps it would be a good way for people to experience the game if they would normally be too scared to play.

GameSpot’s review of the Resident Evil 3 remake (with a normal level of facial expressions) said, “RE3 struggles to keep up with its pace amid a clashing of elements from survival horror and standard action. While it has a strong start and gives its principal villain some great moments, this truncated retelling of the concluding game from the original Resident Evil trilogy doesn’t do it proper justice.”

Popular and prolific Australian graphic artist Boss Logic, whose real name is Kode Abdo, has revealed a mock-up of what a Cyberpunk 2077-themed PS5 DualSense controller might look like.

Boss Logic has worked with some of the biggest brands in entertainment. In 2019, he created official posters for Avengers: Endgame and Aladdin, among others. His new DualSense design for Cyberpunk 2077 is quite stunning. It sports a fittingly cyberpunk aesthetic, featuring a leathery-looking color tones and a faded presentation overall. The centerpiece is a glowing bullet on the touchpad, with the world “Samurai” above it. Check it out in the image below.

While this mock-up controller design does look impressive, it’s not official. Cyberpunk 2077 has not even been announced for PlayStation 5 yet–though it seems very likely–so we’ll have to wait a while longer to see if something like this might eventually become a reality.

CD Projekt Red is doing well right now from a business perspective, as the Polish company recently enjoyed its strongest-ever fourth quarter thanks to the success of The Witcher 3 on Nintendo Switch. Overall, The Witcher 3 is now closing in on 30 million sales across all platforms.

CD Projekt Red’s developers are now working from home amid the COVID-19 crisis, but for now, Cyberpunk 2077 remains on schedule to launch in September.

While Microsoft has yet to show any gameplay footage of Halo Infinite so far, the company has not shied away from showcasing the work that went into capturing the game’s various sounds.

The audio team at 343 Industries has been posting neat behind-the-scenes videos to the Halo Instagram and Twitter pages, and the latest of these videos have now arrived.

The first is a very cool video that shows the audio team visiting a deserted mining town where they fired a propane cannon to capture sounds. Specifically, the audio team was looking to capture the sound reflections bouncing off the nooks and crannies of the derelict town.

A second, more recent video, showcases the audio team’s efforts to capture the vehicle sounds for Halo Infinite. As you can see in the footage, the team recorded all manner of vehicles, including a Chevrolet El Camino (like the one from the Breaking Bad movie), as well as helicopters, jets, and even an old time-y tractor, among other things.

You can check out this previous video to see how Microsoft captured the weapon sounds for Halo Infinite. In 2019, the developer shared a video of a cute little pug whose snuffs and scruff sounds will be put into Halo Infinite.

Halo Infinite releases in Holiday 2020 as a launch title for Microsoft’s next-generation console, Xbox Series X, as well as PC. The game will also be playable on Xbox One as well as the other variations of the next-generation Xbox that might be coming.

Want to play Half-Life: Alyx, the first new Half-Life game in over a decade, but don’t have a VR headset? Thanks to the hard work of modder r57zone it’s now possible, though the workaround is neither easy to use nor particularly elegant.

As picked up by Kotaku, the Alyx mod locks the character’s arms out in front, taking away the need for VR motion controls. The result can be played with a mouse and keyboard, and though it won’t be as user-friendly as the VR version, you should at least be able to complete the story.

Setting up the mod isn’t exactly simple–you need to check the instructions on GitHub here, with an in-depth instruction video available here. As always, be careful when downloading things from the internet

If you want the best experience out of Alyx, however, a VR headset is definitely the way to go. GameSpot’s review of Half-Life Alyx says, “the very concept of VR becomes the core narrative device–your hands, and by extension, Alyx’s actions, are fundamental to the delivery of its best moments. In its finality, you’ll truly understand why VR was the only way this game could have even existed–it’s something surreal, revelatory, and incredibly empowering. Half-Life: Alyx has far-reaching implications for the future of the franchise, both in where it goes next and what forms future games can even take. “

Today’s ppotlight deal is a new monitor entry from Dell. It’s their first IPS monitor with 1ms response time and 240Hz refresh rate. It’s even certified G-Sync Compatible. The Oculus Rift is still available directly from the Oculus Store for only $299.99, and there’s an awesome Bethesda Easter Sale going on right now for PC gamers at Green Man Gaming.

The First IPS Monitor With 1ms and 240Hz and G-SYNC: Alienware AW2521HF 25″ 1080p Gaming Monitor for $394.99

This is a new monitor from Dell. The major upgrade for this one compared to last year’s model is the switch over from a TN panel to an IPS panel. In fact, this is the only IPS monitor that Dell makes that has 1ms response time and 240Hz refresh rate, specs that are normally reserved for TN panels. An IPS monitor is superior because it has wider viewing angles and better color.

This AMD FreeSync monitor is also certified NVIDIA “G-Sync Compatible”. That basically means people with GeForce cards can take advantage of the built-in adaptive sync capabilities of the monitor without paying an arm and a leg for a G-Sync monitor. it also futureproofs you, in case you want to swap over to an AMD video card.

• Get it at Dell for $394.99

New Alienware Aurora R9 AMD Ryzen 7 3700X AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT Gaming Desktop PC for $1110

For those of you who haven’t been keeping up with the Intel vs AMD CPU war, AMD has been giving Intel a run for its money with its flagship processors. The new AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 8-core processor is comparable to the Intel Core i7-9700, both in terms of gaming and workstation performance. It’s paired with an RX 5700 XT video card, which is on par with the RTX 2070. If you want to upgrade the RAM or hard drive, I’d suggest doing it on your own. You’ll save money, and the Aurora R9 allows for toolless access without voiding your warranty.

• Use code “50OFF699” to get it at Dell for $1110

Oculus Rift VR Headset (Factory Refurb) at the Oculus Store for $299 (Compatible with Half-Life: Alyx)

Includes 6 Month Oculus Warranty

The Oculus Store has refurbished Oculus Rift VR headsets and they are clearing them out at a great price, $100 less than the Oculus Quest and Rift S. This is the only way to get an Oculus Rift with warranty. I bought my Oculus Rift headset over 3 years ago and still use it to this day. I’ve never had the urge to upgrade to the newer VR headsets, especially at their ridiculous price points. The original Oculus Rift controller is, in my opinion, still the best controller for Beat Saber because it is the lightest and least bulky compared to the rest (even the Rift S controller). It also has exceptional tracking, even with only two sensors. Also, the higher resolution on the newer VR headsets requires an even more demanding computer. My GTX 1070 equipped PC can run the Rift perfectly well, but may not suffice for a VR headset with nearly double the pixel count. Half-Life: Alyx is also compatible with the Oculus Rift.

• Get it from the Oculus Store for $299

Up to 77% Off Bethesda Easter Sale at GMG

Green Man Gaming has dropped the prices of many of Bethesda’s best PC games to the lowest I’ve ever seen. Green Man Gaming is a totally legit reseller and all of these games are downloadable via the Steam platform.

• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition for $17.60
• Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus for $10.56
• The Evil Within 2 for $8.80
• Doom for $5.28
• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR for $15.84
• Fallout 4 VR for $15.84
• Doom VFR for $7.92

Online Learning Course Bundles from Stack Social

Want to be more productive at home? Stack Social has plenty of practical courses that can kick start your career. For under $40 per bundle you get dozens of hours of online instruction in programming, game creation, video production, ethical hacking, and more… all from the safety of your home.

• Learn to Code in 2020
• Become a Python Coder
• Build Your Own Android Apps
• Develop Your Own Games
• School of Game Design Lifetime Membership
• Ethical Hacking 101
• Essential Videography Skills
• Change Your Background Without a Green Screen

1 Month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $1 (Includes Xbox Live Gold and Game Pass)

May work for both NEW and EXPIRED accounts

This price is reserved for new and expired accounts. Game Pass Ultimate is basically Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass combined into one membership. You even get access to Game Pass for PC. Normally you’d be paying $14.99 for one month, but Amazon is offering an additional month for free. Game Pass gives you access to tons of high profile games like Kingdom Hearts 3, NBA 2K20, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Gears 5, Forza Horizon 3, The Outer Worlds, Grand Theft Auto 5, State of Decay, and more.

• Get it at the Microsoft Store for $1

Marvel’s The Infinity Gauntlet Digital Comic Collection (Issues #1-#6) for $1.99

Each issue normally sells for $1.99 but with this deal you’re getting all six for $1.99. If you thought the Infinity War movies were good, you should read the spectacular source material. You can choose to download the comics to your Kindle or ComiXology app.

• Get it on Amazon for $1.99

ComiXology Free Trial Extended to 60 Days

This sponsored deal is brought to you by ComiXology

The ComiXology trial period is normally 30 days.  ComiXology is Amazon’s digital comic platform and is the largest digital retailer of American comics. The site hosts 20,000 digital comics, graphic novels, and manga from DC, Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, and more. Here’s your chance to access all of it, totally free, for 30 60 days. If you’re an avid comic reader, you might want to consider continuing on afterwards, since it’s only $5.99/month. You can even sign in with your Amazon account.

• Get a 60-Day Free Trial to ComiXology

3 Months of Amazon Music Unlimited for Free

This deal only works for new Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers, but you don’t have to be a Prime member. Normally you’d be paying $9.99/month for this service (or $7.99/mo for Prime members). Amazon Music Unlimited works alot like the paid ad-free versions of Spotify or Pandora. Get access to millions of songs and playlists that you can stream anywhere.

• Get 3 Free Months of Amazon Music Unlimited

40% Off 3 Months of Audible Membership

Or 30-Day Free Trial for New Subscribers

An Audible membership normally costs $15 per month. With this deal you’re only paying $8.95 per month for the first 3 months The Audible membership gives you access to an extended audiobook library whenever and wherever you want (includes all Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and Witcher books). Every month you also get one free audiobook of your choice and two free Audible Originals (which you keep forever even when your subscripion ends), and 30% off additional audiobook purchases.

If you have never signed up for Audible before, you can instead get a free 30-day trial and you’ll still get a free audiobook and Audible Originals to keep indefinitely.

• Get 40% Off 3 Months of Audible
• Get 1 Month Free (New Subscribers)

New Licensed Castlevania Apparel at the IGN Store

Do you enjoy Netflix’s original Castlevania animated series? If so, the IGN Store has added a host of officially licensed Castlevania apparel. Sign up for our newsletter and get a 20% off coupon code. Alternatively, save 10% off using coupon code “igndeals10“.

• Check out Castlevania Graphic Tees at the IGN Store
• Animal Crossing Tees
• The Legend of Zelda Tees
• Stranger Things Tees
• Ghostbusters Tees
• Marvel Tees
• DC Tees

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A new Halo-themed shirt is available to purchase now, and all proceeds will go towards relief efforts for those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is part of the ongoing efforts from Halo developer 343 Industries to raise funds for the Global Giving crisis response, which aims to help vulnerable areas hit hard by the virus.

The shirt, which bears the message “#WeGotThisSpartans: Hope and Love,” is available now through MetaThreads. It costs $25, and comes with a one-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and the code will be valid until April 2021.

Between April 8 and 21, 100% of proceeds for the sales of this shirt will go to COVID-19 relief efforts. Orders are expected to ship in 4 to 6 weeks. The charity efforts of 343 Industries have already raised $200,000, and hopefully this shirt will push this figure further.

The next game in the Halo series, Halo Infinite, is due to release for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC later this year.