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It’s been a while since a new character was made playable in Injustice 2, but now here we are with the release of Sub-Zero. Announced last month before the kinks had been worked out on Red Hood’s playability, Sub-Zero has been widely anticipated by fans ever since. Sub-Zero launches today for those who bought the Injustice 2 Ultimate Edition, Deluxe Edition, Ultimate Pack, or (for Xbox users only) the Fighter Pack #1. Fans who didn’t buy these versions can buy him as a stand-alone purchase starting a week from today on July 18th on the Xbox and PlayStation Stores.

Sub-Zero, originally a Mortal Kombat character, was added to Injustice 2 due to the two games sharing a developer in NetherRealm Studios. As such, he is a hybrid of the two franchises much the same as Scorpion was in the first Injustice. His gameplay is a tad slower and his moves are similar to other Injustice 2 characters to better fit its gameplay. The bloody and gruesome nature of his attacks from the very M-rated Mortal Kombat series have also been significantly toned down for this T-rated adaptation. However, there are still some nods to his previous title, Mortal Kombat X, in the way he plays such as his grab and his ice clone.

He also has an original design created by Jim Lee, a Co-Publisher of DC Entertainment. His design now has him sporting a cape, which is very much in line with his appearance in a superhero fighting game. That mixed with the hood makes his design very similar to the Damian Wayne Robin’s in this game. He is also voiced by actor Steve Blum, who coincidentally voices Injustice’s rendition of the Green Lantern, Hal Jordan as well. Being a fully-voiced new addition to the game roster, he also has original dialogue recorded for the intro cut-scenes of every fight. He especially has some amusing banter with Captain Cold and Mister Freeze.

With Sub-Zero now firmly cementing his place in Injustice 2’s roster, it will be interesting to see how he ranks amongst the other characters that gamers have been playing for two months now. From here, we don’t 100% know what the next confirmed addition to the game will be. That being said, the only other character confirmed to be DLC so far is Starfire, meaning she’s probably next. Until then, fans will be getting to know this new Sub-Zero quite well.

I spend most of my days working towards my Writing and Rhetoric degree at the University of Central Florida, but I spend a lot of my down time keeping up to date on the best TV, movies, and video games the industry has to offer. Here I put all of that extended time to use discussing each of them in-depth.

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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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