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PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds Team Teases New Desert Map

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If you’re getting a bit sick of getting shot in Pochinki, don’t worry. There’ll soon be another new place for you to get shot in. PlayerUnknown himself has revealed a WIP screenshot of a new desert map being developed for the wildly popular PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.

At his keynote speech during the Gamescom 2017 event, Brendan ‘PlayerUnknown’ Greene revealed the aerial shot below, showing a dense urban map. Based in South America, Peru to be exact, this new image shows buildings that are at least eight stories high, dwarfing any of the buildings that are used in the current map of Erangel.

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This level of verticality and tight close-quarters combat will be something of a new experience in a game that often revolves around people hiding behind trees and shooting each other at distance (not that I’m complaining or anything). From what it looks like, this new urban map will feature much more opportunity for frantic indoor battles, multi-tiered building to building combat and no doubt people falling from roofs by accident.

Whether or not each and every building is accessible is (player)unknown, although the fire escapes and roof access doors on some of the buildings suggest the majority are.

Two teams are currently working on the new map, which should have little to no impact on the upcoming updates that have already been teased.

With this desert map being teased and Greene confirming that a map based in the Adriatic is currently in the works, players who are finding Erangel to be getting stale should be pleased that Bluehole Studio and PlayerUnknown are going to be shaking things up soon.

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is still hurtling towards its full release, which is slated for sometime ‘late 2017’. Having already passed eight millions players and counting, it’s good to see that the team isn’t sitting around counting their money.

In the meantime, I’ll be mentally preparing for the first time me and another unlucky individual are stuck in the circle on different floors of an eight-tier building.

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is set for a full release on PC in late 2017, following a recently announced ‘console launch exclusive’ release on Xbox One and the enhanced Xbox One X.

 

UK based gaming writer, raised on a diet of Street Fighter and Isometric RPG's. I enjoy playing every game I can get my grubby little hands on.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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