The Night City Wire live stream originally scheduled on June 11 is postponed to June 25 according to the official Twitter account of Cyberpunk 2077.
We decided to move Night City Wire to Jun 25th. We still look forward to sharing new information about CP’77, but more important discussions are happening right now and we want them to be heard. We wholeheartedly stand against racism, intolerance and violence. Black Lives Matter.
The decision to postpone the said event is the companies way, CD Projekt Red, way of sharing its stand against the on-going issues around the world. Most specifically, the on-going problem of racism.
In the scheduled stream, it is expected that a more thorough in-game system will be revealed for the game, Cyberpunk 2077. Including the future plans for DLC, add-ons, and more.
Right now, we can only expect much. Let us wait and see what the company had in store for us viewers.
Valorant is now live and is available for free worldwide.
The 5v5 first-person shooter from Riot Games can now be played for free on most regions. Interested players can simply create an account and download the PC game.
One aspect that makes Valorant and exciting game is its dedicated 128-tick servers. What this means is that servers will automatically upscale lagging players to 128 frames per second for the other players.
Alongside its release are a new agent called Reyna, a new Ascent map, new games modes, and some changes with selected agents.
The game previously launched its closed beta back in April and it had a viewership record of 34 million hours-watched in a single day.
Nonetheless, the game is still quite similar to Overwatch, Paladins, and all the games of its like. The game can now be played and all you have to do is download the PC client to starting playing.
To be able to play the game, your PC must at least have Intel i3-4150 and a Geforce GT 730 for a decent gameplay experience at 60 frames per second. You can learn more about the game system requirements here.
With the inevitable upcoming release of the Isle of Armor expansion for both Pokemon Sword and Shield on June 17, the Pokemon Company has added new Pokemons in the Galarian form list.
Galarian Slowbro
The first Pokemon that we got to see is the Galarian form of Slowbro. With Slowbro, the shell is found biting its tail, but in its Galarian form, we can see that the shell is biting its left arm instead. This Pokemon is categorized as a hermit crab Pokemon and is a Poison/Physic type. It gained the poison type from the shock of Shellder’s bite.
Galarian Slowbro has the ability called “Quick Draw” and has a signature move called “Shell Side Arm.” This move lets this Pokemon fire poisonous liquid from the tip of the Shellder attached to its arm. This move may poison the target and can inflict physical or special depending on which damage will be more effective against its opponent.
Shell Side Arm
To our surprise, there will be Galarian forms of the three legendary bird Pokemons namely, Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. However, the Galarian forms are set to be released along with the second expansion, the Crown of Tundra.
Crown Tundra
In the Crown of Tundra expansion, five legendary Pokemon are set to be released and those are Regieleki and Regidrago along with the Galarian form of Moltres, Zapdos, and Articuno.
Galarian Moltres
The Galarian Moltres is categorized as a Malevolent Pokemon and is a Dark/Flying type with an ability called “Berserk.”
Galarian Zapdos
The Galarian Zapdos is categorized as a strong legs Pokemon and is a Fighting/Flying type Pokemon with an ability called “Defiant.”
Galarian Articuno
The Galarian Articuno is categorized as a cruel Pokemon and is a Phychic/Flying type Pokemon with an ability called “Competitive.”
Legendary Pokémon bearing strong resemblances to Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres have been spotted in the Crown Tundra. These Pokémon seem to bear Ice-type, Electric-type, and Fire-type characteristics, respectively, and so were previously thought to be the same as the Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres seen in other regions. But recently, data gathered from reported sightings and other sources about the Pokémon have bolstered the theory that they are, in fact, distinct variants.
New Features Added in The Isle of Armor
The first ever Pokemon game expansion, the Isle of Armor, is set to bring new features and functionality to the game. This includes news items such as Exp.Charm.
The Cram-o-matic
The dojo on the Isle of Armor houses a unique take on recycling in the form of a device called the Cram-o-matic. If you feed it four items, it will combine them and give you a new item in exchange. You can receive any of a variety of items, including Poké Balls, PP Ups, and more. Some combinations might produce rare items!
The Cram-o-matic
Tutor Moves
Completely new tutor moves will also be available on the Isle of Armor. You can have your Pokémon learn these moves in exchange for Armorite Ore, a substance that you can find on the Isle of Armor through Max Raid Battles and other means.
Burning Jealousy
Grassy Glide
Max Soup
Max Soup is a special dish made from rare ingredients you can gather on the Isle of Armor. If a Pokémon with great hidden potential drinks Max Soup, it will become a special Pokémon capable of Gigantamaxing. Some Pokémon you’ve already been traveling with may be able to gain the ability to Gigantamax as well.
Restricted Sparring
The Isle of Armor will also introduce a way to challenge yourself to some new battles! With Restricted Sparring, you’ll be limited in what types of Pokémon you can use and forced to battle under set conditions! Give it a try, and give some of your Pokémon that are normally overlooked a chance to shine!
Sony has postponed its PlayStation 5 games reveal event that’s scheduled for June 4. This is in wake of the on-going events in the West where Sony expressed solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the fight against racism in the US.
The announcement was made on Twitter, where the official page of PlayStation posted details about the even’t cancellation.
In this Tweet, Sony stated that “Being silent about the violence and racism Black people experience is being complicit. We stand in solidarity today and every day with the Black community.”
It was then followed by two more Tweets stating, “But actions always speak louder than words. And we’re working hard to make sure we at Sony are doing more than just stating we are allies.” and “Right now, we want to use our platform to spread information & support. Please send links, resources, or other helpful information our way, and we’ll share them. When we all know more, we can do more.”
Sony was not the only company that shared the same solidarity and rights with Black Lives Matter over the last 24 hours. Other companies that shared the same stand includes EA, Riot Games, Microsoft, Naughty Dog, and more.
Sony has not yet stated anything about the new schedule for the PlayStation 5 games reveal event. Furthermore, it is unclear if major events scheduled for the week such as PC Gaming Show and more, will go on as scheduled.
Minecraft Dungeons is bound to get its first DLC this coming July titled Jungle Awakens. The first DLC is set to provide three new additional missions and brings a new stage called “Distant, Dangerous Jungle.” The first DLC will serve as the game’s first additional in-game content that brings new stages, new enemies, and of course, new weapons, armors, and artifacts at your disposal.
As we already have mentioned, the Jungle Awakens DLC brings new enemies to the table namely Leapleaf, Jungle Zombie, Poison Quill Vine, and more! With new enemies, this brings the conclusion that new armor, weapon, artifacts, as well as enchantment, are bound to be released as well. Once the Jungle Awakens DLC becomes available to the public, be sure to have your character fully equipped with all the right enchantment and gears setup. If you are not sure what to do yet, we recommend checking out our Minecraft Dungeons Ultimate Guide. This guide lists all the enemies, strategies, and steps on how to defeat the harsh enemies in-game.
If that’s not exciting, then be prepared as the second DLC, Creeping Winter, is scheduled to be released later this year. If you bought the Hero edition of Minecraft Dungeons, then this is all a waiting game for you as the first two DLC sets will be free for the Hero edition owners. On the other hand, if you bought the base game edition, you will be required to purchase these DLCs if you wish to play its contents.
We are not surprised that Mojang, the studio behind Minecraft and Minecraft Dungeons, will be releasing DLCs for the said game in just a few months after its release. If you are not aware, the game Minecraft Dungeons, as the base game, can be cleared in a matter of five to eight hours. With an option to play the game in a higher difficulty that provides better armor, weapon, artifacts, and enchantments.
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is set to become the first video game that supports cross-play across five different gaming platforms including PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, and the Google Stadia.
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is set to be released on Google Stadia this coming June 1. The pricing for game on the said platform is not available yet. You can, however, find that the game is being sold on all other platforms for the same price of US$19.99.
We are the Power Rangers!
Expect the Ranger Nation to grow as PRBFTG will be available for Stadia Pro subscribers starting June ⚡
That'll make us the first fighting game with full crossplay for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam and Stadia.
— Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid (@Battle4TheGrid) May 28, 2020
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is a game that takes on the 25 years of the franchise. It is a fighting game that lets you form teams of 3 and compete against other teams with a mix rooster of rangers and villains. The will also let you play online with friends and players from all over the globe with endless replay-ability.
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is a great game to take on for the casual fighting genre. However, when it comes to its competitiveness. Certain platforms will be of an advantage compared to the others. For example, the playability could be more favorable for the consoles than the PC platform. It could also be the other way around. What we do know so far is that the game takes itself off from the similarities between Mortal Kombat and of the games alike.
The longest-running massively multi-player RPG, World of Warcraft, will be having a live update for its upcoming latest expansion, the Shadowlands. The live update will be set to the public this coming June 10 and you can watch the simulcast stream live with World of Warcraft Executive Producer John Hight and Game Director Ion Hazzikostas. They’ll share more about the upcoming Shadowlands expansion with a look at some of the newest content in development. You can also watch the said live stream on the following channels:
The Shadowlands expansion can now be pre-purchased on the Blizzard store. It will be available in three different editions beginning with Base, Heroic, and Epic with prices US$39.99, US$59.99, and US$79.99, respectively.
As of this writing, there is no official release date yet for the Shadowlands. However, the Blizzard store stated World of Warcraft: Shadowlands expansion will be available on or before December 31, 2020.
Shadowlands
What lies beyond the world you know? The Shadowlands, resting place for every mortal soul—virtuous or vile—that has ever lived. Journey through planes of torment and imprisonment to those of rebirth and eternal reward.
The Shadowlands is home to an entire realm of the departed; it is a world between worlds whose delicate balance preserves life and death itself.
With a single act of destruction, Sylvanas Windrunner has ripped open the way to the afterlife. Azeroth’s staunchest defenders have been dragged into all-consuming darkness. An ancient force of death threatens to break its bonds and unravel reality.
Grab a free copy of Borderlands: The Handsome Collection from the Epic Games Store. Once claimed, the games are yours to keep. This promotion will end on June 4, 2020, at 11:00 PM.
Epic Games is now on its third mysterious title giveaway reveal as part of their mega sale campaign. The Borderlands: The Handsome Collection giveaway includes Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel and Borderlands 2. So you get to keep 2 titles from this promotion.
To claim a free copy, head over to the product page on the Epic Games Store site. Alternatively, you can download the Epic Games launcher and claim the game from the store section of the launcher.
Rumors has it that the last mysterious title to be given away will be Ark Survival Evolved. The accuracy of this leak has been phenomenal so far in predicting the games to be given away.
Epic Mega Sale
In the previous weeks, Epic Games has already given away 3 out of 4 on some of the biggest titles in the video games industry and that includes Grand Theft Auto V, Civilization VI, and now, the Borderland: The Handsome Collection. The fourth trench of the giveaway will begin on June 4 and we expect it to be the Ark Survival Evolved. This giveaway is part of the stores mega sale campaign that started last May 21 and will end on June 12.
In addition to four weeks of discounts on major titles, Epic Games is giving every player a $10 Epic Coupon. The $10 Epic Coupon can be used to buy any eligible game or add-on of $14.99 or more on the store (during the promotional period) and you’ll receive another $10 Epic Coupon upon successful purchase.
Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn is free to download on PlayStation 4 until May 26, 2020. Once claimed, the game is yours to keep and you also get a free 30-day subscription. Which makes the game free to play for the next 30 days. Grab a free copy now at the PlayStation Store.
📢 The #FFXIV Starter Edition is available on PlayStation Store for FREE until May 26! 🎁
If you’re looking for a massive MMORPG that gets continuously updated and has thousands of active players, then take advantage of this deal and start your journey in the world of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn for free. The starter edition of the game is priced at US$20 while the complete edition cost US$59.99. The Starter Edition doesn’t include any DLC or expansions such as Heavensward, Stormblood, and Shadowbringers which will be a necessity later on as your progress further through the game.
The Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a great game, to be honest. Its story-rich content makes it one of the best online games that anyone could play so far. Unfortunately, the game has also suffered delays due to the threat brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the major updates for the game this year which was scheduled to be released around the month of June has been delayed. There are no confirmations yet as to when will be the release of the delayed update but we expect it around the 3rd quarter this year. The only exception is that if the developers ends up having difficulties transtioning from an office to a work at home setup.
In the latest corporate strategy meeting, Sony’s CEO, Kenichiro Yoshida, said that the PlayStation 5 will be 100 times faster than the PS4 at processing game data. For the complete statement, you can refer here. This is something that we have been expecting since the reveal of PlayStation 5 Specs by Mark Cerry in a live stream. At this point, PlayStation 5 is considered a good gaming PC with the use of eight Zen-2 processing cores that are capable of over 10 teraflops graphical assimilation, and 16GB of GDDR6 RAM. On top of this, PS5 will take advantage of Solid State Drive technology. The one that will be used on the console is a custom 825GB SSD that’s designed and manufactured to work flawlessly with the console.
By using SSD instead of the traditional disc drive, this will drastically improve load times including depth of field while in-game. The SSD that will be used for PS5 is said to be capable of 5GB per second data transfer rate which is drastically faster than your standard SSD for PC.
How much will the PS5 cost?
There hasn’t been any price confirmation yet from Sony and rumors have it that the company is struggling to keep the retail price low. One factor that affects the company to keep the price low is the scarcity of components. Right now, we are estimating that the PlayStation 5 will retail between US$450 to $600.
Furthemore, Sony seems to be waiting for Microsoft before it makes any more reveal on its own PS5. This includes pricing, availability, and exclusive perks.
When will PS5 be available?
If there’s one thing confirmed about the upcoming PS5, that would be the release date. According to Sony, the PS5 is set to be available for purchase this coming holiday 2020.
PlayStation 5 Hardware Specification
CPU
x86-64-AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” 8 Cores / 16 Threads
GPU
AMD Radeon™ RDNA 2-based graphics engine
System Memory
GDDR6 16GB – 448GB/s Bandwidth
SSD
825GB – 5.5GB/s Read Bandwidth (Raw)
PS5 Game Disc
Ultra HD Blu-ray™, up to 100GB/disc
Video Out
Support of 4K 120Hz TVs, 8K TVs, VRR (specified by HDMI ver.2.1)
