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Pokemon GO Will Finally Add PvP and Legendaries

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Stock up on Pokeballs and Super Potions, because starting this summer, Pokemon GO players can catch legendary Pokemon (colloquially known as legendaries) and participate in PvP battles.

The Brazillian newspaper O Globo recently interviewed Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Niantic, Mathieu de Fayet, and he had some choice words regarding the future of Pokemon GO.

“Pokemon GO has been downloaded 650 million times, but now it has 65 million active players. How do you keep players interested in the game? Due to the large success of the game, we had to delay some planned innovations. Right now we are working on some that are due to hit this summer (in the northern hemisphere), such as giving more value to the choice of the teams, releasing Legendary Pokemon and introducing PvP. One thing we learned with Ingress is that the game can sustain itself if we are able to create social interactions among players, and we are working on that.” This quote was translated by Go Nintendo.

PvP battles and legendaries have been staples of the Pokemon franchise since 1996 and were touted in the Pokemon GO announcement trailer. However, these features have yet to be implemented. While some players would argue that the game’s gyms are a form of PvP, they lack the 6v6 layout of traditional Pokemon battles. Furthermore, gym Pokemon are controlled by an AI and not by a live person. PvP battles might finally encourage Pokemon GO players to actively seek out fellow players.

Legendaries, on the other hand, are badges of honor among Pokemon gamers. These Pokemon are some of the most sought after in the franchise due to their rarity, low catch rates, and powerful stats. The addition of these powerful creatures will inspire more people to play Pokemon GO and could bring back gamers who stopped playing.

De Fayet’s vague statement that Niantic will soon add “more value to the choice of the teams” could mean just about anything. This “value” could consist of character customization options unique to each team or rare Pokemon that gather around gyms and are only visible to the the team that controls the gym. For all we know, team loyalties might eventually determine how frequently gamers encounter certain Pokemon or if trainers encounter them at all; I would not be surprised if Moltres can only be caught  by members of Team Valor, which admittedly would encourage trading once that feature is implemented.

While no official date was given, “this summer” implies these features will be added between Wednesday, June 21st and Friday, September 22nd. Unless, of course, some bug or glitch prevents the features from working as intended, as is usually the case in these kinds of games. Regardless, the promise of PvP and legendaries alone will increase the Pokemon GO player base.

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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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