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We Got to Try Out Kritika Online at PAX, and It was Awesome!
We published an article a few weeks back on the upcoming MMO from En Masse titled Kritika Online. I was really excited this weekend when I arrived at PAX and a demo for the game was set up to allow attendees to get a taste of the action-packed adventure.
Together with two other teammates, I played through a short little instance designed to show off the fighting style and gameplay. I took up the sword of the Berserker, and my teammates played a caster and some sort of cat girl rogue – the addition of which is not surprising considering En Masse’s track record!
The three of us put on headsets and an employee from En Masse gave us a quick overview of what we could expect from the instance. He explained that Kritika Online is an MMO with strong RPG aspects and a action-oriented fighting combat style. The game will feature “hubs” where players can meet up and interact, but the majority of the adventuring will take place in short instanced bursts. En Masse wanted to make sure you can pick up and play Kritika no matter how limited your time might be.
I’m unclear as to whether the demo we were playing is actually an instance in the game or if it was designed specifically to show off the game’s features, but true to the game design philosophy the entire run probably took about 10 minutes total.
I’m not sure how my teammates classes played, but Berserker was an absolute blast. A stereotypical warrior class, Berserker builds and expends rage in order to deal damage. Like many fighting games, abilities link together to form combos, but I didn’t have enough time to really sink my teeth into the system so I was mostly button mashing (which was still fun!) Each class also has an ultimate ability the employee described as “Similar to your ‘R’ in League”. That is, it’s a powerful skill on a long cooldown.
The instance was similar to what you’d expect from an MMO, honestly. A few rooms of trash packs followed by a boss with a couple of mechanics. Rinse and repeat. I’m hopeful that the enemies we were fighting are no indication of the difficulty content poses later on in the game, as the few mechanics bosses featured were pretty easily ignored in favor of a full zerg strategy.
Combat was fluid, flashy, and enjoyable. I had a lot of fun and I had no idea what I’m doing. I’m sure it will be even more enjoyable when you have time to figure out what abilities chain together.
Kritika launches a closed beta in May, and if you have any friends that went to PAX and tried the game they should have a total of 5 closed beta invites to hand out. There’s no current release date for when we can expect to see Kritika, but we’ll be sure to update you when we learn more.
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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