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‘Final Fantasy XV’ Episode Prompto May Be the Most Emotional Yet

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Everyone knows “Final Fantasy XV’s” Prompto as the loud, happy-go-lucky guy of the gang. He keeps everyone upbeat by staying positive and cheerful even in dire situations. In June’s Episode Prompto, however, it looks like fans are in for a gloomy, heartbreaking ride.

As early as February, fans already know that Prompto’s story is going to be an emotional one. The Spring 2017 trailer showed a short cutscene near the end where Prompto fought back tears, pointing a gun towards someone. It was not the same, easily-excited guy that players knew and grew to love.

How moving is this DLC going to be? Here are two main points to consider that could prove the assumption may be right.

Episode Prompto could reveal a sad background

Those who have watched the anime “Brotherhood: Final Fantasy XV” would know that Prompto was a chubby, introverted kid. His whole world was his digital camera filled with photos of cats and dogs. However, when he met Noctis and Luna’s dog, Pryna, things began to change. He decided to become his friend and worked on getting fit to catch up on him.

While the episode was filled with admirable innocence, one question remains. Why was he living alone even as a kid? No one cooked his food and no one was looking after him.

Of course, this question is somewhat answered by the main game. He discovers that his dad performs crazy experiments for the Niflheim Empire. If anything, by deduction this gives the sad thought that he didn’t have a parental figure to begin with.

Episode Prompto could be about the time when he got separated from the gang while in enemy territory. With this in mind, there is a chance he might meet his father along the way. Knowing where his loyalty stands as a Crownsguard and realizing his father’s activities, it must be a hard confrontation.  This brings us back to the teaser – is he pointing the gun at no one else but his dad?

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How Naoshi Mizuta is composing the music

As if the story isn’t enough to coax tears, famous composer Naoshi Mizuta has been invited to create the music. He worked on several masterpieces for the “Final Fantasy” series, but his stint for Episode Prompto is going to be different.

Mizuta was not given any specific demand but was only provided with the character’s backstory. “They were more interested in what sort of ideas I’d conjure up,” Mizuta said. This means that the score is completely drawn solely from Prompto’s depth.

Since the sneak peek to Episode Prompto, fans have waited to learn more about it. Now that it’s coming soon, it appears it is going to be a tear-fest. “Final Fantasy XV” Episode Prompto is coming on June 27, 2017.

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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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