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Mass Effect 4: Dropping last-gen consoles has not affected development

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Bioware is continuing the trend of revealing only small bits and pieces when it comes to Mass Effect 4. The game still doesn’t have an official release date just yet, but according to senior developer Chris Wynn, another milestone has been reached just a few days ago. We’re not sure what this milestone involves, but at least it looks like the good folks over at Bioware are working around the clock to bring us the upcoming title sooner rather than later. Wynn didn’t reveal anything else about Mass Effect 4, although he did mentioned Garrus at one point and it seems like everyone’s favorite Turian is also the developer’s favorite character of the franchise. Could we see at least a short cameo of Garrus in Mass Effect 4? I certainly hope so.

Moving on from Chris Wynn to another “Biowarean”, Jos Hendriks, we learn that current-gen exclusivity doesn’t really effect the development process of the game all that much. It was confirmed only a short while ago that Mass Effect 4 will not be coming to last-gen, so a lot of people assumed that development should run much smoother given that Bioware only has to worry about one generation of consoles. According to Hendriks however, dropping last-gen consoles hasn’t changed things all that much, at least not for him. “It changes the bottleneck of how much power we have to work with,” he said. “But in my day-to-day, it doesn’t change, really.” Hendriks also added that “with more power comes a bit more freedom for cool stuff to do, sure, but my job is still much the same.”

Finally, the dev also mentioned a little something about the Mako, which is set to return in Mass Effect 4 as most of you probably already know. Hendriks didn’t reveal anything new in regards to the tank, but he was able to confirm that “ramping off a giant space dune with the Mako at top speed to get some serious airtime is awesome.” That’s good to know I guess. Mass Effect 4 is expected to be launched next year for PC, PS4, and Xbox One, but this is just fan speculation at this time since – again – an official release date has not been announced. We’re almost certain to learn some new major details at E3 where the highly anticipated trailer for the game may or may not makes its first official appearance. E3 2015 takes place between June 16-18 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

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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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