The free-to-play RPG mobile title War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius is currently running a crossover event with Final Fantasy Tactics to celebrate the launch of the game worldwide. Now through to May 12, players can jump into the app and start earning limited-time only rewards and bonuses.
While the game was still a Japan exclusive title, there were numerous crossovers with Final Fantasy Tactics, with the first event running back in December 2019. Square Enix confirmed the global release of War of the Visions would have its first crossover event on April 22 on Twitter.
From the otherworld of Ivalice, new units are coming to the continent of Ardra! The much-awaited collaborative event between #WOTVFFBE and FINAL FANTASY TACTICS will begin on 4/22/2020, World Time (PST)! Stay tuned to our official channels for more details! pic.twitter.com/5r12YJrPKL
— WAR OF THE VISIONS FFBE (EN) (@wotvffbe) April 20, 2020
All players will be able to perform a free x10 Summon from April 22 to May 1, with each summon guaranteeing at least a Unit or Vision Card of MR rarity or better. UR Units Ramza and Orlandea are up for grabs as well during this period.
A log in bonus will also be running, with daily rewards being given out for simply logging in each day, including rare character enhancement materials and in-game currency.
Various quests will be running during this event, with players able to earn special event medals that can be exchanged for character enhancement materials for Ramza, Orlandeau, and Gaffgarion. A challenging quest called an Ex-Quest has also been added, rewarding players who complete the challenge with the crafting recipe for Ramza’s sword Nagnarok.
The collaboration shop will also be selling valuable enhancement materials, crafting items, and more for a limited-time only. Players will also be able to purchase a special park that includes the UR Unit Ramza and more..
War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius is available through the App Store, Google Play, and Amazon App Store.
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The creator of the Castlevania show on Netflix, Warren Ellis, has confirmed in a blog post that the series is going ahead with a fourth season.
According to the post, season 3 of the show was the best one yet, with the numbers coming in showing that it was even more popular than season 2. While Netflix rarely officially releases the numbers on how shows are doing, creators are told about how well their show is going each month. Ellis explains that season 2’s ratings were strong, so season 3 improving again basically solidified the show for another season.
“So we’re on for season 4. We don’t expect too much of a covid-related delay, but if that one guy who keeps tagging me on IG to demand “season 4 NOW” could f*** off, I’d appreciate it,” says Ellis in the post.
“Four seasons of an Anglophone adult drama animation about vampires, moral philosophy and toilet paper. Which is not a niche production, but something with an audience of (stops, sees Netflix sniper rifle dot)… many, many millions. Who saw that coming?” Ellis said. “If it turns out that this weird thing is what prised open the door on doing adult-oriented drama narrative in English language animation, I would be delighted. Because we just proved that the audience is there, in the same numbers that show up for live-action drama.”
Film studio Paramount has announced a delay for Jackass 4. The film was expected to premiere in theatres on March 5, 2021, but it’s now been pushed to July 2, 2021, according to a report from Variety. That’s a delay of four months.
The first Jackass movie, starring Johnny Knoxville, debuted in 2002 with numerous sequels coming thereafter. In total, the franchise has grossed more than $335 million at the box office. The Jackass films were directed by Jeff Tremaine, who also directed the Bad Grandpa movie starring Knoxville.
Plot details are unknown at this point, but if history is any indication, you can expect Jackass 4 to focus on Knoxville and his friends performing all manner of dangerous and awkward stunts played for laughs and shock value. The fourth Jackass movie was announced in December 2019.
So far, only Knoxville–who will be 50 when the movie comes out–is confirmed to return for Jackass 4. The earlier entries also featured Steve-O, Chris Pontius, and Bam Margera. Ryan Dunn, who appeared in the three previous Jackass films, died in a car accident in 2011.
The Jackass film franchise is a spin-off of the the MTV series, which was co-created by Knoxville and Spike Jonze, who would go on to earn an Oscar nomination for Being John Malkovich and then win an Oscar for the Joaquin Phoenix movie Her.
Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of ViacomCBS, the parent company of GameSpot.
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The new Animal Crossing: New Horizons update, which brings the game up to version 1.2.0, is live now. It’s a big one–it expands the museum and brings new vendors to your island. If 1.2.0 does not automatically download, you can search for a software update from the main Switch menu by pressing the + button while the cursor is over Animal Crossing.
Redd is coming to the island with his art trawler, where you’ll be able to buy art and sell it to the museum–but you have to watch out for fakes and replicas. Leif, meanwhile, will sell new gardening items, including beautiful shrubs to plant all over your island.
There’s no guarantee that either figure will appear in your game today (personally I just have Label, who gave me a vampire outfit today), but be on the lookout for them once the update has downloaded. Blathers will now express an interest in art if you go and talk to him, too.
Upon downloading the update, you’ll receive letters from both Nintendo and Tom Nook. The letter from Nintendo will come with a World Map, while the letter from Tom Nook will have a Bell-Bag Rug attached. Interestingly, the letter from Nook also tells you that bank interest rates have been cut on your island–even Animal Crossing can’t escape the global economy, it seems.
The Nature Day event is also now in effect, meaning that you can earn additional Nook Miles each day by completing a nature-themed task. Be sure to check them out on your Nook Phone each day until May 1.
As players are finding that their Nook’s Cranny is updating, as enough time has passed, this could be a major week for the game.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been an enormous success for Nintendo, setting franchise records and achieving huge sales figures.
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The long-awaited Wastelanders update comes with a number of changes, improvements, and new content. With that, you might be asking yourself: Should I give Fallout 76 another shot? GameSpot’s video producer, Jake Dekker, has spent 30 hours exploring Appalachia to help you answer that very question.
In this video, Jake goes over all the big changes introduced in Fallout 76’s Wastelanders update, including the new dialogue mechanics, the faction system, and the story. Although Fallout 76 suffers from many of the same issues it did at launch, Wastelanders seems to be a step in the right direction.
Fallout 76 Wastelanders is available now for PS4, Xbox One and PC. Stay tuned to GameSpot for Alessandro Barbosa’s full review of Wastelanders.
Though it may not be the most disgusting or bloody entry in the franchise, Resident Evil 3 has some gruesome deaths, and that’s true for the 2020 remake too. Sure, the Resident Evil 3 remake looks a lot prettier than the original 1999 game, but those enhanced visuals just mean that Capcom can provide even more horrifying detail when it comes to Jill getting eaten alive.
In the video above, we showcase all of Resident Evil 3’s grisly death animations–both how they looked in 1999 and how they play out now in 2020. From your typical run-of-the-mill cannibalistic zombie to the rabid dogs, there’s a lot in Resident Evil 3 that wants to take a bite out of Jill. It’s not all bloody though. With all those exploding red barrels and exploding rockets, there are a few times that Jill just burns to death too.
If Resident Evil 3 is your introduction to Resident Evil, you may be wondering, “What’s going on?”and we wouldn’t blame you if you do–Resident Evil is a convoluted franchise with seven mainline entries and plenty of spin-offs that all contribute to an ever-evolving lore. If you’re feeling lost, check out GameSpot’s Resident Evil episode of Timeline, which offers a condensed overview of the entire storyline from Resident Evil 0 to Resident Evil VII.
Today’s spotlight deals are on Alienware gaming PCs and some great ways to save alot of money by doing the upgrades yourself. You also only have a few days left to save 10% on the Apple AirPods Pro (add to cart to see the price).
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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.
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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.
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Late last year, I got my first hands-on with Spellbreak, the indie battle royale game from Proletariat Inc. I’ve seen and experienced the evolution of the genre, from the days of janky mods to full-blown AAA productions, so I’m a bit skeptical of another one coming onto the scene unless it’s doing something to separate itself. But having recently played an updated beta, I was reminded that Spellbreak stands out in a saturated genre, laying down the guns for magic and trading suspense for hectic arena-style fights.
Spellbreak’s Style Of Battle Royale
Your first impressions might be to think it’s riffing off of Fortnite because of some slight similarities in environmental art style or color palette; however, in terms of gameplay, the parallels end at the battle royale foundation. No, you don’t create structures and enemies can’t transform into towering buildings the moment you fire at them. Instead, Spellbreak’s depth comes from the RPG-like class system, with distinct elemental affinities and gear variety fundamentally changing your capabilities throughout a match.
(Note that the gameplay video above is from the earlier beta in October 2019 and changes have been made to the game since then.)
When it comes to classes and their gauntlets (basically, weapons), you’ll have six to choose from: Frostborn (ice), Conduit (lightning), Toxicologist (poison), Pyromancer (fire), Stoneshaper (earth), and Tempest (wind). Standard spells each have different characteristics–for example, the Pyromancer’s fireballs lay heavy damage and cover a wide attack range but travel slower than the Frostborn’s precision ice arrows that require pinpoint accuracy. And each one offers a unique cooldown ability to mix into your combat approach, too. Essentially, each class accounts for a preferred playstyle but experimenting with a combination of elements is where the real fun’s at.
The flexible gear system is what adds depth; your chosen class at the match’s start determines your first gauntlet and main attacks, but you’ll loot a second gauntlet to simultaneously equip for your offhand. Not only does this allow you to mix up the attack rotation, getting the elements to react with each other presents devastating combat opportunities as well. A personal favorite between my two beta runs was to cast a tornado and light it up with a fireball to create a high-damage trap, which you can also do with toxic attacks to make a poisonous storm. The permutations that each player can toy with makes combat less predictable, and while skilled aiming is still part of the equation, clever use of your build’s abilities is imperative.
Building Your Character Before And During Matches
The recent beta I played featured a newly streamlined inventory management so you spend less time fumbling with items. Consumables for healing and armor have dedicated slots, and equipment (belts, boots, and amulets) simply swaps out when you loot for higher-tier pieces in the field. Simplified gear systems have been a key trend we’ve seen over the years in making battle royales more enjoyable, and it appears that Spellbreak has taken note. Personally, simpler is better especially in a game type that has you juggling several mechanics amid chaotic, high-stakes fights.
The most significant feature that’s been fleshed out since the first beta run is the Talent system. Before a match, you pick and choose from an assortment of perks between three categories (Mind, Body, Spirit) using a limited pool of six points. You’ll have to be selective, having one from each category where some cost more than others. Talents further emphasize the RPG influence of Spellbreak and the importance of understanding the advantages of building around each class. And by allowing Talents to upgrade within a match through looting Scrolls, it gives you something more to strive for without overwhelming you in unwieldy systems.
Spellcasting and RPG-inspired mechanics help Spellbreak stand out among the many battle royales out there.
Aside from leveling up Talents and finding high-tier versions of loot, each player automatically gets enhancements to their class gauntlet each time they make it to a new safe zone. These usually consist of buffs or added effects to basic attacks and can significantly change your combat approach.
The Rune system remains intact, which are non-class specific cooldowns found in the looting process; these offer abilities like temporary invisibility, enemy detection, or teleportation, though you can only equip one at a time. It’s yet another layer that plays into the customization and character-building aspect that emerges within each match.
Freedom Of Movement
Lately, I’ve been putting a ton of time into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare‘s battle royale Warzone, which has been a great time outside of the occasional frustrations associated with the genre. So when I think about how Spellbreak contrasts with the tactical military style of Warzone, the more I look forward to not having to go through some of the same motions. It’s not just in the emergent character builds in Spellbreak, but also in the freedom that comes from the game’s movement style.
In Spellbreak, you’re able to soar through the air and float about free of fall damage, and not worry so much about getting picked off while running across a field or concealing yourself in fear of a low time-to-kill. The pacing and tension feels different because of that; conflict isn’t something to dread. It affects how combat plays out, often leading to face-to-face bouts with players trying to outsmart one another. Here, you’ll see mages blasting off flashy spells trying to telegraph enemy movements to lead their attacks while dodging midair. Discretion isn’t necessarily the key to this battle royale.
Closed Beta And Patch Update
Spellbreak has shown how it’s distinguishing itself from the myriad battle royales out there, and so far, its core systems and mechanics have a lot of promise. However, its longevity and sustainability will lie in things like player progression, modes to freshen up the standard battle royale format, and evolving as a service game.
Of course, much of that isn’t set in stone as it’s currently running a closed beta for PC and PlayStation 4 with cross-play enabled. You can sign up for it on the official site (or purchase one of the founder’s packs to get instant access and a bunch of cosmetics and in-game currency). This latest beta implemented Spellbreak’s 2.1 patch which features a ton of fixes and tweaks as well, so the game is sure to change as it continues to develop.
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Dead Cells has released its latest free update, expanding the beloved rougelike with more enemies to fight, outfits to wear, and more. The update, which applies across both the base game and The Bad Seed expansion,
This update, called The Bestiary Update, adds eight new normal affixes, three new starred affixes, and six new mobs to deal with. It also adds Half-Life themed items: the crowbar weapon and medpacks.
The full patch notes are available, digging into every change introduced in this update, including balance and level design changes. But here are the highlights outlined in the press release for this update:
Six brand new enemies await players.Three of the enemies are biome specific and three are found throughout various levels at different Boss Cells.
Eleven new affixes on active skills. Eight new normal affixes including ice, fire, bleed or poison, grenades arrows and more. Three new starred affixes including oil and fire spreading around when a deployable trap is destroyed, pushing enemies around you when the effect of the used active ends and extended duration on powers like Wings, Crow and Smokebomb.
Two new items. Crowbar–a fast brutality weapon that crits after breaking a door or a breakable prop. Portable Door–allows you to bring a door with you (covering your back while you take care of the mobs in front of you and allowing for an elegant stun effect when you decide to turn around).
The Bad Seed addition from earlier this year has received new lore rooms and secrets for the Arboretum and the Morass, as well as new mobs to re-balance the bestiary of the level.
Three new outfits cap off the major content updates.Two are linked to the secrets and lore of The Bad Seed DLC, and one is available for everyone that can rise up to the ultimate challenge.
Dead Cells is currently available as part of a Steam bundle of beloved indies looking to raise money for COVID-19 relief efforts. It comes with Subnautica, Celeste, and The Escapists 2, and costs $72 (a 20% discount on their combined retail price).
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