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Square Enix Gives Gamers an Early Holiday Gift with a Lost Sphear Demo

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Several years ago, game demos were dying out, but now they seem to be making a comeback. High profile games such as Destiny 2Resident Evil 7, and South Park: The Fractured But Whole have all received demos, and so has Square Enix’s upcoming game Lost Sphear.

Lost Sphear takes place in a world where memory is everything: when someone forgets something, a small fragment of the world disappears. Players will take the role of Kanata, a boy who has the ability to bring forgotten things and people back to existence, while reality is on the brink of destruction; entire landscapes and peoples are being forgotten and disappearing into an ever-growing sea of blankness. It is up to Kanata, his allies, and ancient mechs called Volcosuits to save the world from being forgotten and enveloped by the void of nonexistence.

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One of Lost Sphear‘s main selling points is its battle system. The combat is inspired by the mechanics of Chrono Trigger, just like Tokyo RPG Factory’s previous game I am Setsuna, and lets players hit multiple enemies with a single attack if they are positioned correctly. Lost Sphear adds to this system with the ability to move characters in combat (this makes it easier for players to hit more than one enemy with an attack) and the stat-boosting Volcasuits.

Gamers can currently download the demo for Lost Sphear for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC (sorry Xbox One owners). According to the Steam page, the demo will last up to one hour. Moreover, the demo’s Steam page finally reveals the game’s system requirements:

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OS: Windows 7 – 64 bit
Processor: Intel Core i3 2.4GHz
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce GTX460 / Radeon HD5750
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 8 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectSound Compatible sound card

Recommended

OS: Windows 7 – 64 bit
Processor: Intel Core i5 2.0GHz
Memory: 4 GB RAM
GeForce GTX560Ti / Radeon HD7770
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 8 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectSound Compatible sound card

Judging by the requirements, even gamers with outdated computers will be able to run Lost Sphear without any difficulty.

Lost Sphear is scheduled to release January 23rd, 2018, so consider this demo an early Christmas/Hanukkah gift and a way to decide if the game is right for you. I’m downloading the demo right now, and if you’re a Square Enix RPG fan, so should you.

All you have to do to get my attention is talk about video games, technology, anime, and/or Dungeons & Dragons - also people in spandex fighting rubber suited monsters.

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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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