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Just Cause 3 Island Giveaway is too good to be true

A chance to win a real-life island by pre-ordering Just Cause 3 sounds amazing until you read the fine print

There is no denying that pre-order numbers for games have been steadily dropping the last couple years. A growing number of gamers are skipping the pre-order process and waiting till launch day, when reviews for it are released to decide whether or not to buy it. Analysts are saying that the rise of digital releases are causing the decline.

Since gamers don’t have to worry about stores having enough physical copies in stock they don’t need to pre-order. Many others are pointing to the long series of bad launches that have happened over the last two years that hurt thousands who pre-ordered. When games like Assassin’s Creed Unity, Batman: Arkham Knight, and Halo: The Master Chief Collection all shipped broken gamers are naturally going to be wary.

In order to fight back against those waning pre-order numbers publishers have had to go to crazy lengths to keep gamers interested. They’ve been upping the ante of pre-order bonuses to the point that Call of Duty: Black Ops 3’s collectors edition will come with a working fridge. Square Enix is following that same train of thought with their upcoming title Just Cause 3 with a pre-order competition where players can win a real-life island.

An unbelievable grand prize unlike anything a game publisher has offered before. The only draw back is that island prize comes with an equally amazing number of strings attached. On their Just Cause 3 Win an Island website Square Enix gives no details about where this island even is. What they do say is that its worth $50,000 and only players from North America (United States, Canada, Mexico, and Chile) are eligible to win.

That sounds great until you read the fine print where the rules state that “all taxes and fees associated with purchasing and obtaining of Island (including but not limited to attorney’s fees, escrow, and closing costs) are the responsibility of the Winner” also “sponsor does not guarantee the Island to be inhabitable, developed, or reachable by any means other than a boat.” Finally Square Enix is also reserving the right to change any part of the Just Cause 3 island prize.

So even your able to win this possibly-inhabitable, maybe partially developed, nearly unreachable island and can pay all of the expenses for it there’s no guarantee you’ll get it. On the upside the Just Cause 3 island winner can choose a $50,000 cash prize instead of the mythical island (this is the only option available to entrants from Mexico). Running off with a huge cash prize sounds like a far easier option than fighting with lawyers and tax collectors.

Offering an island as a grand prize might be a great way to get people interested in pre-ordering Just Cause 3 but its also a little over the top. Do you think Square Enix should be going through with all the hassle of a major give-away to increase preorder numbers or should they focus on making a great game?

Just like most other people are here, Ryan is very passionate about gaming and technology. When he's not writing about video games, you'll likely find him talking about the latest gadgets.

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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