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ECKVA Update 3: Technical Difficulties

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ECKVA Network has been seeing a few more developments since the last update. At long last, I have the time to sit down and continue my coverage of the dodgy network. We still don’t know the identity of the mysterious broadcaster behind everything. And SHawkins remains very secretive for anyone’s benefit, let’s take a look at the major case notes before going further:

  • SHawkins is the current uploader of the Youtube videos in the ECKVA channel and is a Person of Interest to ECKVA
  • ECKVA Network has been out of commission for quite some time.
  • Preaxin seems to be a sort of drug that either helps combat insomnia or is an anti-depressant. Hawkins also has been taking these pills while ECKVA was still active.

IMPORTANT SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

After ECKVA 4, things went quiet from both ends. SHawkins stopped updating for a little bit and there were no new uploads or semblance of activity until February 15. This time we see what looks like a normal ECKVA program (With a far from friendly face popping up). The broadcast is interrupted to bring an “Important Service Announcement”.

The transcript of the message shows some disturbing advice for this “Public Service Announcement”:

Normal ECKVA service has been interrupted to bring you an important service announcement. There will be a knock at the door. Do not open it. Stay inside today and watch TV. This is very important. This is very important. Keep looking at me. Keep looking at me. Keep- keep[cuts off]

The very first takeaway from this situation is the fact that Mr. Hawkins seems to be getting the transmissions remotely from a setup. However, this doesn’t seem important at first. Regardless of such, SHawkins pops back into the Twitter fray to reveal his plans to go and fix his setup.

His Twitter Profile Picture soon updates to that of a very old and quite uncared house. Not only that but he also follows another Twitter for an Atlanta News Channel. This could imply that this is the workplace of SHawkins.

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Fixing technical issues, ECKVA Responds immediately.

We see SHawkins reaching the very old house and he gives us a description of the place in ECKVA 6. There, he corrects the issue which is some faulty wiring in his setup.

However, it seems another transmission from ECKVA Network has been picked up after SHawkins left. And it seems like the broadcaster knew about the presence of SHawkins. Wondering if SHawkins is “Sorry for leaving” in their own words. [WARNING: DISTURBING IMAGE. WATCH AT YOUR OWN RISK]

It doesn’t help the fact that the MarbleHornets (Or ECKVA) Twitter retweeted SHawkins’ video as well.

Meanwhile, some users on Twitter have a small talk with SHawkins himself. One was a less-than-successful question about how SHawkins inherited the house (With Hawkins responded that “He Drove”). However, another user speculated that this faulty wiring incident was not an accident but rather, an act of tampering. And Hawkins believes that this is the case as well.

CONCLUSION: SHawkins is in Danger.

In case it wasn’t obvious enough, the ECKVA broadcaster seems to be an individual far from friendly. They have expressed increased interest in SHawkins and these broadcasts feel more and more directed towards Hawkins than anything.

At least now we know the origin behind most of the broadcasts. As SHawkins’ remote setup is the responsible for such. Who would’ve thought that the ECKVA signals could be picked up easily by a crude setup? It almost seems too convenient, don’t you think?

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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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