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Underwhelming FFXV DLC: Prompto’s Mediocre Looking Third Person Shooter
Square Enix has released a trailer for the new DLC: FFXV Prompto Episode and the least I can say is that it looks, well, nothing like the FFXV I came to know and love, or at least, thoroughly enjoy.
Final Fantasy XV was definitely one of my gaming highlights of 2016. After the complete and utter disappointment of FFXIII, I had come to terms with the idea that Final Fantasy was no longer worth my attention. But Final Fantasy XV managed to pique my interest in the series once more. I mean, the game is completely bonkers. If in 1997, after completing FFVII, I had been told that one day I would play a Final Fantasy game that would involve driving around an Americana inspired desert in a convertible, with four glossy haired fashion victims, fighting monsters, exploring dungeons, camping, cooking and generally having a Jack Kerouac style road trip, I would’ve probably freaked out because a madman was in my room claiming he knows the future… wait, where was I going with this? Basically, in the end, FFXV came together and much to my surprise provided me with a very unique, enjoyable gaming experience. You would think the release of new DLC would be an exciting event. But so far, the FFXV DLC has completely failed to grab my interest and Prompto’s episode looks set to keeping it that way.
I’m not going to go into too much detail on why the first DLC didn’t grab my attention. Too sum it up, it just looked like a series of corridors with a bunch of less dynamic fights. I didn’t really care what Gladio got up too after he spontaneously shrugged his shoulders and walked off in the middle FFXV. “Whatever Gladio, we’ll be fine without you!!” was my response.
The problem with having DLC that concentrates on Prompto, is that Prompto’s main weapon is a gun. Beforehand, Prompto was relegated to side character and did most of the fighting by himself, which was fine. But as a main character, well, you’re going to have to use guns, a lot. This significantly changes the game play. Although there’s nothing wrong with trying out something different, FFXV wasn’t built to be a third person shooter, so what we now have is basically a bit of a wonky looking shooter that doesn’t look or, I can imagine, feel anything like the main game. Seeing the trailer I couldn’t help but think of another mediocre FF third person shooter, the FFVII spin off PS2 game, Dirge of the Cerebrus: Final Fantasy VII. Which was hugely disappointing, to say the least.
Of course, it’s clear that the FFXV DLC is used as a means to fill in certain story elements and delve deeper into the characters themselves. There are two things wrong with this, however. Firstly, from the moment FFXV took on an open world format, the story was clearly going to suffer and lets be frank, it did. It wasn’t a bad story, it just wasn’t told very well. Not to mention there’s the anime, Brotherhood: Final Fantasy XV, that already does a good job of filling in the backstory of the three main side characters. Secondly, all it does is draw attention to how much they rushed to release FFXV in the first place. I know, it’s crazy to think that a game that went through ten years of development could be considered rushed, but they clearly needed more time to refine it a little. They could have featured these backstory bits in the main game as side quests, where you play as the whole team with Noctis at the healm and therefore not having to reinvent the already fun game play.
I wish Square Enix would really take a look at what people enjoyed in FFXV and expand on that for their DLC. I think many people would agree, it was never about the story, it was more about exploring dungeons with your buddies at your back, zipping around the place as Noctis, armed with lots of cool melee weapons and not firearms. Wouldn’t it be cool to get a DLC that lets you explore more of the dark, demon infested world of the future, with the slightly older and grizzled cast of characters? Or maybe a handful of new and exciting monsters to hunt! How about the possibility of fighting and obtaining more summons! They have a long list of unused summons they could use from the huge catalogue of FF lore at their disposal. So much potential Square Enix, use it!
Until then, I guess I’ll look forward to playing cooking mini games that’ll probably replace all the fights in the Ignis DLC. That, or a recreation of what’s going on in Ignis’s head, as he stumbles through his own mind, desperately trying to come up with “a new recipaaaay.”
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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