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Fire Emblem Fates: Same-Sex Marriage Confirmed

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Fire Emblem Fates will include same-sex marriage, Nintendo confirmed to Polygon earlier today. Same-sex marriage will be an option for players on the upcoming 3DS game. The inclusion of same-sex relationships in Fire Emblem Fates is a great victory for diversity in video games.

“We can confirm that Fire Emblem Fates for Nintendo 3DS, which launches in Japan on June 25, 2015, and is coming to the U.S. and Europe in 2016, includes the possibility for a same-sex marriage to take place between the main character created by the gamer and another character in the game,” Nintendo’s statement said.

It’s a little complicated, but basically Fire Emblem Fates will be sold separately in two versions: Conquest and Birthright. With both of those editions, a third edition will be made available as free downloadable content in the future. The Conquest Edition will have a male character that can be married and the Birthright edition will have a female character that can be married. Since users can choose to play as male or female, they will be able to enter a same-sex marriage depending on which edition they buy.

So if you want to have a marriage between two male characters, buy the Conquest edition. If you want a relationship between two female characters, buy the Birthright edition. But if you can’t get hold of your desired edition, don’t worry. You can always wait for the downloadable version, in which both the male and female characters will be available to marry.

In previous Fire Emblem titles, players could marry characters of the opposite sex by bonding with them through conversations. If their relationship reached a high enough rank, they could have children and create new playable characters. Fire Emblem Fates will feature a similar ranking system for same-sex relations, though it’s not clear yet if there will be a way for them to have children. Maybe Nintendo will include an adoption feature.

Nintendo has been criticised recently for not including same-sex marriages in its popular simulation game, Tomodachi Life, and for removing a glitch that allowed it to take place. Fans responded by launching campaigns supporting the inclusion of same-sex couples in video games.

Nintendo also spoke on why they chose to include same-sex marriage in Fire Emblem Fates. “We believe that our gameplay experiences should reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate and, at the same time, we will always design the game specifications of each title by considering a variety of factors, such as the game’s scenario and the nature of the game play.”

Rhiannon likes video games and she likes writing, so she decided to combine them. As well as writing about video games, she also belts out the occasional science fiction or fantasy story, edits videos, and eats strawberry oreos. In that order.

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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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