Let’s call a spade a spade, vanilla Destiny didn’t have much of a story. Sure, you fought aliens and found shiny loot, but what else was there. Maybe they didn’t have time to explain why they didn’t have time to explain (sorry, couldn’t help it). BUT, Bungie has promised a more cinematic story this time around, so lets take a minute, open up our grimoires, and see what kind of story beats we can glean.
The attack on the city was something hinted at for a while now, it was the who that we didn’t know. The trailer answered that, revealing the Cabal as the fiends behind the attack. The particular force sent against the city is the Red Legion, commanded by Ghaul. Now, if you played the game, you may ask, “but Kevin, aren’t there already Cabal on Mars?” Yes there are, but due to the Vex, Taken, and Guardians, the present Cabal are broken and leaderless. This is how the Cabal military operates, break and die or return home victorious. That wasn’t before the remaining forces sent out a distress call, directly to the Emperor, during the Taken King expansion. And, clearly, the message got thru.
Making the Cabal the central threat this time around gives a spotlight to a force that hasn’t really gotten their due in vanilla Destiny or its expansions. This is a shame, because they’re basically an intergalactic Roman Empire. Legions upon legions go out and either conquer or fall, with the best rising to the top. So given the scale and results of the attack, the Red Legion looks to be among the elite.
Then, there are the two expansions available thru the expansions pass. The first teases fans with the Eye of Osiris. In the universe of Destiny, Osiris was a Warlock who delved into the power the Vex have over time. His work drew the ire of the Speaker and Vanguard, resulting in his banishment from the Tower. His followers remained behind, establishing a tournament in the Crucible as a way to recruit. Using him as the basis of an expansion could do for him what Rise of Iron did for Iron Banner. It could also open the door for Bungie to use more dark/fallen figures from the city’s history, like Toland and Dredgen Yor.
The second expansion teased implies that Rasputin, the AI warmind, will be the focus. Yes, Rise of Iron’s story revolved around a tech-plague called SIVA, but these are two completely different entities. SIVA was presented as a tech-plague that could consume/corrupt whatever it spread into. Rasputin, on the other hand, is a sentient, artificial being. Bungie has long teased doing more with the warmind, with it being the original focus of vanilla Destiny in its early incarnations. While that got drastically reduced, it has still been an ever present force, having to venture into his bunker to help defend it from invaders. There have also been teases about the other warminds that existed, which could also play a major factor when expansion two is released down the line.
This is just scratching the surface of what we could see in Destiny 2. I could sit here all day and go into the nitty gritty of the Cabal, the Empire’s command structure, the work of Osiris, or the battles Rasputin has endured, but then we’d be here all day. Just rest assured, knowing Bungie, I think we are in safe hands.
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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