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Prison of Elders is Destiny’s Strongest Feature to Date

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Prison of Elder is Destiny's Greatest New PvE Feature

Prison of Elders makes up for House of Wolves lack of a new raid and becomes Destiny’s greatest feature

The second expansion for Bungie’s newest FPS Destiny, the House of Wolves, has finally launched opening up the reef as a new social hub and introducing a mountain of new activities. House of Wolves has everything Destiny fans could have asked for including a fantastic set of new voice actors and music. What’s noticeably missing is the same thing that fans were upset about when the expansion was first announced, a new raid. Instead of offering a new dungeon style raid for players to conquer Bungie introduced something different.

Called of the Prison of Elders it’s a special section of the Reef only available to players who have completed the House of Wolves storyline. At first players will only be able to access a level 30 area where they will fight through five different arenas. Facing off against all of Destiny’s different enemies.They will have to fight their way through 3 waves while also dealing with special challenges throw in during the middle of the fight. Each arena is more challenging then the last culminating in a special boss fight. It can be every bit as challenging as a raid but waits at the end is better than anything gamers could have hoped for.

Prison of Elder is Destiny's Greatest New PvE Feature

Guardians who complete the Prison of Elders challenge will gain access to a Duck Tales style treasure room filled to the gills with gold. The gold isn’t the big reward the Prison of Elders has to offer though, instead at its heart is a massive treasure chest that can only be opened with a special treasure key.

Those keys can be obtained by defeating House of Wolves fallen on patrol. Opening that chest will land players massive rewards of exotic and legendary weapons and gear. During my first run in the Prison of Elders I nabbed a Gallahorn, Hawkmoon, and a new legendary machine gun called the Bane of Wolves.

That is what makes the Prison of Elders such a powerful new feature for Destiny. Where in the past raids could land you nothing but a shader this special treasure room offers the chance at much bigger rewards. Yet you have to conquer the House of Wolves on patrol, hopefully finding a key, before fighting your way through the Prison of Elders challenges. It makes you work ever bit as hard for those rewards as a raid but promises something better.

Prison of Elder is Destiny's Greatest New PvE Feature

Also unlike the raids which only offered a normal and hard difficulty the Prison of Elders has multiple different levels. After finishing the level 30 section players can move on to a level 32 section of the prison facing all new challenges. That unlocks a level 34 section and then finally a level 35 level against the House of Wolves main villain.

All of those different sections offer a variety of challenges and experiences that a raid simply can’t, mixed with the promise of huge riches at the end. Prison of Elders is now the frontrunner for Destiny’s greatest feature in PvE at least. Multiplayer fans are sure to claim that the Trials of Osiris is just as deserving of the title.

Just like most other people are here, Ryan is very passionate about gaming and technology. When he's not writing about video games, you'll likely find him talking about the latest gadgets.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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