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Na’vi beat CLG to Reach the Quarter Finals at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca

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Natus Vincere beat Counter Logic Gaming 2-1 to qualify for the quarter finals at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca. The games went 16-9 on Train (Na’vi’s pick) 10-16 on Cobble (CLG’s pick) and 16-8 on Inferno. Na’vi moves on to face Luminosity Gaming in the playoffs tomorrow.

The games didn’t feel all that close, which is unfortunate for CLG, but they managed to win the rematch of the map they lost to Na’vi on their first day, and that’s worth celebrating. Jdm was the constant on team CLG throughout the series. He was the most consistent impact player, and the awp helps with that. Casters touched on the fact that tarik was quiet most of the series, save for an exception ace on a banana rush in Inferno, and that’s troubling as he is supposed to be not just their best player, but a top North American player period. It’s back to NA for Team Liquid, Cloud 9 and CLG, and this major didn’t draw any deciding lines on who deserves the title of top team.

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Na’vi won fairly easily. It was 2-1, which is closer than most predicted, but it never felt like they were in danger of losing the series. Yes, zues’ Molotov play at the end of Cobble was odd, but that’s the type of play that looks pro as hell if it works and stunningly silver when it doesn’t. They moved to Inferno where they established an early lead on the counter-terrorist side. Once they hit 14 rounds won, they began to experience some resistance from CLG who was now on the favored CT side, but 16-8 should aptly display the amount of danger Na’vi was facing in losing control.

Luminosity Gaming is up next for Na’vi in a game that will prove interesting if nothing else. LG beat Cloud 9 on their way to the tournament, upsetting many skin bets, and went on to beat them at the LAN, and they were among the eight teams invited to the LAN. Of the eight teams invited, all eight made it to the playoffs. Not one team that qualified through online tournaments landed a spot in the quarter finals.

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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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