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Dreamhack Open 2015 Cluj-Napoca Preview – CS: GO, Hearthstone, Cosplay and more

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Dreamhack Open is back in Stockholm this week with tournaments for Starcraft 2 and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. The popular digital festival will then return to the capital of Sweden later this year for Dreamhack Winter, but not before making a stop in Cluj-Napoca, Romania for the final part of Dreamhack Open. Romania’s second largest city will be hosting the festival for the very first time and will feature international tournaments for CS:GO and Hearthstone, along with smaller, national competitions for Hearthstone, League of Legends, and Minecraft. In addition, attendants can also look forward to a host of other activities such as workshops, contests. cosplay, and more.

By far the biggest event at Dreamhack Open Cluj-Napoca will be the CS: GO Major tournament, which will pit sixteen of the world’s best teams against each other for a chance to win a chunk of the $250.000 prize pool. Eight of the participating teams will make their way to Dreamhack Open as a result of their performance in the previous Major tournament, while the remaining eight will need to earn the right to attend by competing in online regional pre-qualifiers that will culminate with an offline qualifier in Stockholm this weekend. Thanks to the partnership between PGL and Valve, Romania will be the 4th country to host a CS: GO Major tournament and all signs indicate that this is going to be one of the best editions to date.

“We’re thrilled to bring a CS:GO Major to DreamHack Cluj-Napoca, as we’ll have the chance to create a 4-day stage show in front of the amazing Romanian eSports fans, as well as attract fans worldwide,” says Dreamhack’s Tomas Lyckedal. “Together with our partner PGL, we have the possibility to create the most unique media production, and ultimately the most memorable event in CS:GO ever.”

Another event that promises to be very interesting is the PGL Winter Tavern Tales 2015 tournament for Blizzard’s acclaimed CCG (collectible card game), Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft. The tournament will see 128 of the best players in the world go up against each other in Conquest mode and attempt to secure a place in the playoffs. Only 16 of the 128 players will be able to make their way out of the group stages and will end up competing for a portion of the $25,000 prize pool.

PGL is also hosting three smaller tournaments for League of Legends, Minecraft, and Hearthstone, which will be open exclusively to local students. The Minecraft event, in particular, sounds very interesting as participants will be required to create a faithful virtual replica of Sala Polivalenta, the venue where Dreamhack Cluj-Napoca is scheduled to take place.

If you’re looking for something other than gaming, you may want to keep an eye on the PGL Cosplay Open, a competition where cosplayers from all around the world are welcome to show off their best costumes and try to win some of the $8,000 prize money offered by PGL.

Dreamhack Open Cluj-Napoca will take place between October 29th – November 1st. For more information about tickets, accommodations and every else related to Dreamhack Cluj-Napoca check out the official website right here.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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