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Envyus Advance to Finals Over G2 Esports at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca
Envyus outlasted red hot G2 Esports in a competitive 2-1 set to advance to the finals at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca. The scores were 10-16 for G2 on Dust 2 (G2’s pick), 25-21 on Inferno (Envyus’ pick) in triple overtime, and 16-7 on Cache.
I always say don’t bet on games with G2 Esports–I’m referring to the former kinguin line up–and their performance at DreamHack Open: Cluj-Napoca has been a shining example as to why. Things looked bleak for new definitive front-runner Envyus after G2 came storming out of the gate and over Envyus in a fairly quick 10-16 on Dust 2, the map Envyus infamously choked on with a 14-7 lead against fnatic at esl One: Cologne 2015. The first half was extremely competitive with the teams trading rounds back and forth. Jkaem opened up the second half with a double headshot at the top of mid in pistol round and a triple kill the next. G2 continued to impress the same way they did in their win over Virtus Pro on day three of the tournament, and jkaem is a standout reason as to why. This tournament has been his announcement as a force to be reckoned with on a team who’s skill cap is already nothing short of godlike.
According to hltv.org, jkaem wasn’t the only G2 member to post stellar numbers as dennis led the team in player rating and highest number of kills. Most notably, he aced Envyus to win the sixth round for his team. Dust 2 looked sloppy from Envyus. More than once rounds were decided by kennyS and Happy missing shots rather than landing them. They started off strong by coming back to win a force up on round two after losing the pistol, but G2’s T side proved too potent for them to establish a strong lead.
Moving into Inferno there were a lot of questions. Envy is regarded as one of the best Inferno teams, if not the best, but G2’s line up has produced some strong results on the map in the past. Kioshima came up big for the first time in the tournament on this map on the CT side. He played pit and seemed almost completely ignored by G2 on every push A, both in regulation and overtime. He and NBK both came up huge in overtime as G2 looked to B bombsite rushes. NBK’s auto-sniper seemed unstoppable thanks to his immaculate peeking positions on B. Still, in double overtime, G2 Esports were up three match points on the French favorites and lost not only their lead but the match as well.
Fox was the only G2 member to post a positive kill to death ratio, though two other members posted rating over 1.00. G2’s problem seemed to be communication. Too many times they were being gunned down one by one from flankers and no one would turn to try and trade the kill because no one was warned there was an enemy. This lead to a Kioshima triple kill in round 27. Pressure was mounting on both teams as the rounds piled on, and maybe it contributed to a breakdown in communication or a general confusion on G2. Both teams were showing signs of wear and tear as the game rolled on. Despite a strong performance, kennyS looked like a mess, constantly chewing his fingers and shaking. He lost a duel and lost his composure, but he wasn’t the only one. The smiles began to fade from G2’s face after they lost their 3 match points in overtime.
G2 looked like another team on Cache. Little mistakes like not clearing catwalk when entering A site contributed to huge plays like a 4k by apex, who not so quietly had his best map of the series, going so high as to top frag for his team. G2 looked calm at the 10-5 half thanks to a 1v5 clutch ace by Rain, who was entertaining throughout the entire series. Soon after though, things started to unravel. In round 18, Kioshima out shot maikelele, who’d have done him in with one bullet, in a 1v1 and maikelele screamed and slammed his fist on his mouse pad. The final round was indicative of the lack of communication as happy flanked three CT’s highway and nabbed a 3k. No one was watching mid, no one turned to return fire and no one survived. Still, G2 should be proud of the way they performed at this tournament.
Envyus move on as the favorite to win and await the winner of Ninjas in Pajamas and Natus Vincere.
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
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.
Thanks to all our Stellar Blade fans for your passion & feedback. Stay tuned for updates🤍 pic.twitter.com/jCRzM4OQBS
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) May 1, 2024
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.
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.
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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