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Is Far Cry New Dawn Releasing Too Soon?

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The recent announcement of Ubisoft’s latest drop in the Far Cry series, New Dawn, came as a pleasant surprise as the reveal trailer lit up the internet. However, fans of the series are still digesting the thrilling Far Cry 5 release, as well as the many DLC packs to back up the entire experience.

While New Dawn is a direct sequel to the concluding events of the most recent release in the series, and a release planned for less than a year after that of Far Cry 5 — are we receiving this new delivery in the series way too early?

After all, Ubisoft has expanded on previous Far Cry titles before, with Blood Dragon adding more to Far Cry 3 and Primal subtly expanding on the map of Far Cry 4. However, both Primal and Blood Dragon releases came out at least more than a year after their main tie-ins. This allows more fans to experience the main iteration first, and also helps negate any more than necessary would-be spoilers that the expansion will inevitably create.

 

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Also adding to the current speedy release schedule is the fact that a large chunk of Far Cry players have moved on to other titles for the time being. The industry needs more variation over the course of the year in hopes of keeping existing fans from growing worn out from a current IP. We’ve seen it happen with other Ubisoft series, such as Assassin’s Creed, so why does the worldwide publisher feel the need to pile on what seems like more of the same so soon?

While the post-apocalyptic world of Far Cry New Dawn definitely demands attention from fans of the series, and an expansion on the riveting story found in Far Cry 5 is worth a sequel — especially after that cliffhanger ending — it’s hard not too feel a bit overwhelmed with the amount of content being shoveled our way.

Regardless, Far Cry New Dawn is ready to hit early next year and actually looks like a promising release in the series. The unique post-apocalyptic setting is a first in the over decade-long series, so it will be interesting to see just how the team behind New Dawn will handle the often dreary theme.

With the release of Far Cry New Dawn confirmed for February 15, 2019 for the PS4, PC and Xbox One, whether we’re ready or not, we’ll be able to jump into the new world of Hope County created by the ending events of Far Cry 5.

Writer and avid gamer, Chris will put together an article to keep the reader engaged, informed and moderately happy for a solid 4 minutes. That my friend, is no easy feat.

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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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