At long last, Ganesha, the elephant-headed Hindu god of success and fortune, is coming to SMITE. According to the trailer made by the game’s developer Hi-Rez Studios, he is built for granting others success instead of claiming it for himself. That, and the “a” at the end of his name is silent.
As one would expect from a god with an elephant’s head, Ganesha is a melee tank in SMITE. However, his abilities are mostly designed for support and crowd control rather than survivability. This is no more obvious than his passive ability, Good Fortune. Whenever Ganesha kills an enemy god, he gives a nearby ally credit for the kill and receives the assist reward instead. Every time Ganesha kills an enemy, the range of this passive ability increases until it eventually resets. Good Fortune highlights how Ganesha excels at team-play rather than glory hogging, so players who complain about kill-stealing or brag about their kill-to-death ratio: you’ve been warned.
Ganesha’s first activatable ability, Turn of Fate, also highlights how he focuses on teamwork. This ability shoots a sphere in a straight line that damages up to five enemies and buffs the attack of nearby allies. The more enemies who are hit the bigger the buff. The trailer is unclear if Ganesha receives this buff or not, but allied gods who focus on attack power, such as Guan Yu or Camazotz, are clearly meant to capitalize on Turn of Fate‘s attack buff to devastate and possibly kill weakened enemies.
Ganesha’s second ability, Ohm, once again, is more focused on supporting allies than on helping the god. When he uses this ability, Ganesha moves slower than usual, but he increases ally defenses and silences enemies (i.e., prevents them from using abilities) in front of him. This ability is clearly meant to be used when allies are nearby, as Ganesha is stuck in the lotus position for the duration and cannot attack. Smart players will likely use Ohm right after Turn of Fate to transform their allies into offensive and defensive powerhouses who wail on helpless opponents, especially ones who rely on abilities.
Ganesha’s third ability, Remove Obstacles, is very different from his other skills. This ability makes Ganesha rush forward, much like an elephant, and try to spear an enemy. Unlike an elephant, Ganesha uses his goad instead of his tusks. Ganesha either dashes forward a set distance, or he runs into an enemy and tosses him or her into the air. This ability is not just a simple dash attack, as it lets Ganesha pass through walls and barriers made by enemies gods, which makes it both an effective attack and a means of escape.
Ganesha’s final and ultimate ability, Dharmic Pillars, just might be the ultimate cage. Granted, it’s made out of four giant pillars and a light barrier that doesn’t prevent enemies from leaving, but it damages, slows, and weakens the defenses of enemies who try to enter or exit it. Essentially, Dharmic Pillars is the ultimate cage in that it is a conundrum: stand and face a rampaging god that hits like an elephant or flee at a significant cost to survivability. Furthermore, the barrier constantly deals damage, which means anyone who is stunned while trying pass through barrier is as good as dead.
Ganesha is a god who can make or break SMITE matches depending on how well players support one another. Teammates who stick close to Ganesha and capitalize on his abilities’ buffs are almost guaranteed to bulldoze opponents, but that all depends on whether or not they work together.
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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