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Apparently Cyanide & Happiness Has a Video Game Kickstarter

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If you are anything like me, you completely missed the announcement for the The Cyanide & Happiness Adventure Game Kickstarter campaign, but the creators at ExplosmEntertainment have provided a friendly reminder in the form of a humorous infomercial (warning: very NSFW).

For those of you who don’t know, Cyanide & Happiness is a YouTube series of crude cartoons aimed at adults where literally anything can happen, from Superman giving people cancer by looking at them with his x-ray vision to a luchador who lives his life in reverse thanks to a cursed Ancient Egyptian amulet. And that’s just a sampler of the tamer episodes. The Cyanide & Happiness cartoon wanders into territories the makers of South Park dare not go, so viewers who enjoy an episode where a shark tries to cheer up his human son (don’t question it) at a birthday party shouldn’t be surprised when another episode features a seeing-eye dog who looks up women’s skirts and describes what he sees to his owner. No, the dog doesn’t talk, because that would be silly; his owner just understands the dog’s barks. It’s just that kind of cartoon.

Show of hands: who wants to hear about the trailer? Ok, and what about the Kickstarter campaign? Kickstarter it is. (ahem) The The Cyanide & Happiness Adventure Game Kickstarter page describes the game as “a new approach to point-and-click adventures filled dark comedy, drama, weirdness, and an apocalypse in the suburbs.” The story will follow the main character Coop as he navigates his town of Netherville and encounters everything from oncoming graduation woes to radioactive sentient chairs. Don’t expect anything lower than an M ESRB rating (or a PEGI 18 rating) on this game. Oh, and did I mention the developers of the The Cyanide & Happiness Adventure Game have worked on meme-tastic games such as Abobo’s Big Adventure?

The Kickstarter campaign is already halfway finished, but it’s amassed over $400,000 from a $300,000 goal (not surprising given the popularity of ExplosmEntertainment’s previous Kickstarter campaign, the Cards Against Humanity-esque card game Joking Hazard). Pledge tiers start as low as $5, but backers can’t get the game unless they pledge $25 or more. Tiers reach all the way up to $5,000 and include rewards such as digital wallpapers, a real-world medallion, a backer’s name appearing in the game, and a backer’s likeness appearing in the game. Lower tiers guarantee the appearance of the NPC doppleganger, while higher tiers will see the NPC die/transform into an evil mutant.

Gamers who want to back a game that makes South Park: The Stick of Truth look like Putt Putt Saves the Zoo might want to pledge some money to the The Cyanide & Happiness Adventure Game Kickstarter campaign. If the campaign reaches $475,000, the game will be even longer, and if an even higher (and unspecified) amount is reached, the game will be even more longerer, so here’s hoping this article spreads the news.

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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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