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Star Wars Battlefront beta is upon us, here’s what you need to know

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In just a few days, EA will be giving us a small taste of the upcoming sci-fi shooter Star Wars Battlefront by launching a beta testing phase that anyone can join. The beta will be available on all platforms and will feature three different modes that should give us a pretty good idea about to expect when the final version comes out next month. In order to help you prepare for the testing phase, we went ahead and rounded up some useful information just so you can have it all in one place. With that in mind, down below you will find everything you need to know about the upcoming Star Wars Battlefront beta.

The testing phase is scheduled to kick off this Thursday, October 8 and will run for a total of five days until next Monday, October 12. Unfortunately, pre-loading is only available on the PC version starting this Wednesday, however, you will need to have Origin installed so go ahead and create a free account right here if you don’t already have one. Meanwhile, PS4 and Xbox One users will be able to access the Star Wars Battlefront beta only starting with October 8 via the PSN Store and Xbox Live Marketplace, respectively. That’s a bit of a bummer but at least console players will be able to download the necessary files a bit faster because the beta on Xbox One and PS4 only weighs in at 7 GB, while on PC it sits at about 11 GB. The good news for everyone is that this will be an open beta so you don’t have to pre-order Star Wars Battlefront or anything like that.

As for the aforementioned modes, there will be three of them and each sounds more interesting than the other. On one hand, you have Walker Assault on Hoth where you get to side with either the Rebels or the Empire and engage in massive 40-player battles. Then, we have a Drop Zone on Sullust where you must control escape pods together with seven other players in 8v8 battles. Lastly, those who sign up for the Star Wars Battlefront beta will get to experience a Survival Mission on Tatooine that can be played either alone or in co-op mode with a friend via split-screen. Despite the fact that you can play the survival mission alone, EA announced that you will still need to be online to do so. Some might find this strange, but it totally makes sense when we consider that the company needs to gather as much info as possible from the beta in order to improve the final version.

It’s important to note that there will be a level cap in the Star Wars Battlefront beta and there’s even more bad news. Not only will you be capped at level 5, but your progress will not be carried to the final version either. That said, the beta does sound like fun so you should probably give it a shot anyway. To make the testing phase even more interesting, EA is launching a companion app called Base Command that can be played exclusively on Firefox, Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11 browsers. The app is not yet available, but keep an eye on the official website as you will be able to find it as soon as the beta kicks in.

Star Wars Battlefront is scheduled to launch on November 17 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One. The price will be standard 60 bucks across all platforms, however, if you’re looking for a good PC deal you may want to check over with our friends over at CDKeys as you can pre-order it from them for only $45.40.

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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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Here are all the patch notes for the new PS5 firmware update that adds the community game help feature

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Sony has recently launched the newest PS5 system software update, which is always an exciting occasion for avid PlayStation fans. With a size of slightly over 1GB, you can download and install it right away. As always, the question remains: What exactly does the update bring to the table?

According to the official patch notes, there have been some notable improvements, particularly in the area of game help. We are introducing an exciting addition to our platform: the Community Game Help feature. This feature enhances the PS5’s Game Help system by providing you with gameplay videos from fellow players. Players have the option to choose whether or not they want their gameplay videos to be shared using this feature.

If you’re concerned about it, you can now hide your Remote Play connection status as well.

Presenting the complete patch notes:

  • Game Help has been enhanced with the addition of Community Game Help features
  • Within Game Help, players can find Community Game Help hints in supported games. These cues come from gameplay videos that other players have shared.
  • If you’re up for it, you have the option to contribute to Community Game Help by giving permission for your gameplay video to be automatically recorded and included in the feature after it’s been reviewed
  • If you want to join in, navigate to Settings, then Captures & Broadcasts, followed by Captures, Auto Captures, and finally Community Game Help. From there, simply choose the option to participate. Users have the option to unsubscribe whenever they choose
  • During Remote Play, players now have the option to hide the persistent message “Remote Play connected.” that appears on their game screen. To ensure a seamless gaming experience, navigate to the Settings menu, then proceed to the System section. From there, locate the Remote Play option and activate the Hide Remote Play Connection Status feature
  • The system’s software performance and stability have been significantly enhanced
  • The messages and usability on some screens have been enhanced

While not the most groundbreaking update, the Community Game Help feature has the potential to be intriguing, contingent upon the number of games that offer support for it. What are your thoughts on the latest update? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

 

 

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New PS5 Patch Introduces Rare 40FPS Mode for Avatar Game

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Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has received an exciting update that introduces a new graphical mode, elevating the game’s visual experience. With a smooth frame rate of 40 frames per second and enhanced resolutions, players can now immerse themselves in even more stunning and detailed environments. Now downloadable on PS5 with the latest patch 3.2, this mode is compatible with 4K TVs that can handle up to 120 Hz. Before this update, Avatar PS5 only offered quality and performance modes. However, with this new option, players can now enjoy the benefits of both modes after downloading the 2.4GB update.

Throughout the PS5 era, 40fps modes have been a rarity, much to the disappointment of the hardcore community. Insomniac Games first introduced them in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales and later added the feature to Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. They also included it in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Other PS5 titles, such as Hogwarts Legacy, Lies of P, and God of War Ragnarok, also offer 40fps modes.

In addition to that, Patch 3.2 for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora brings along the following:

Worldwide:

  • Research Station Alpha now features a convenient Fast Travel option
  • The issue of controller re-mapping and resetting on game restart has been resolved
  • Addressed multiple instances of crashes
  • I corrected a few spelling errors
  • Addressed the issue of voice lines overlapping during dialogue

Primary Objectives & Optional Objectives:

  • [Main Quest: Shadows of the Past] This main quest is an intriguing journey into the depths of history. Addressed a bug that previously hindered quest progression in co-op mode

More bug fixes have been implemented.

  • [Available on all platforms] The rescued human characters no longer return to the Resistance HQ wearing masks
  • Available on all platforms. There is a noticeable improvement in the visibility of NPCs when they are at the edge of the Player’s vision

 

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