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Blood and Wine expansion for The Witcher 3 gets its first official screenshots

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Already spent more than 100 hours in The Witcher 3? What’s that, you also spent an extra who knows how may hours with the Hearts of Stone expansion? Well, be prepared to jump back into the game pretty soon because the Blood and Wine expansion pack is closing in fast and it’s going to offer plenty more hours of quality entertainment courtesy of CD Projekt RED. Though there isn’t any gameplay footage available just yet, the developer recently shared the first screenshots from Blood and Wine and they look absolutely gorgeous. Check them out after the break.

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The world of The Witcher 3 is a pretty gloomy one where monsters lurk at every corner and war is just a normal part of daily life. You would be excused for thinking otherwise based solely on these screenshots, though, as the upcoming Blood and Wine expansion seems to be surprisingly colorful compared to the rest of the game. Blood and Wine takes place in Toussaint, a province found in the Nilfgaardian empire that’s “untainted by war”, but where “an atmosphere of carefree indulgence and knightly ritual masks an ancient, bloody secret.” Unfortunately, we don’t really know anything else about the plot of the expansion, but it sounds like players can look forward to around 20 hours of new gameplay so I’m sure CD Projekt is cooking some something really nice for us to enjoy.

Last month during Pax Australia narrative designer Mateusz Tomaskiewicz was able to confirm that Blood and Wine will introduce a number of characters found in The Witcher books written by Andrzej Sapkowski, though he didn’t give any actual names. Back in October, another Witcher 3 employee hinted that Blood and Wine may or may not include monsters that have been mentioned in the lore but did not appear in the base game, such as Strigas, Manticores, or Bruxas. Blood and Wine is the second and final expansion for the Witcher 3 so this will definitely be the perfect opportunity to add those monsters, along with others that have yet to make an appearance.

Blood and Wine doesn’t have a release date just yet, however, CD Projekt Red says we will be able to get our hands on the new expansion in early 2016. In the meantime, it looks like studio may be busy working at its mysterious new title announced back in 2012 – Cyberpunk 2077. There’s nothing official just yet, but word on the street is that game will launch as soon as late 2016.

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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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