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Free games, DLC, and deals worth checking out this weekend

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Looking for some free games to play this weekend? Of course you are, we were, too, and actually found some pretty good ones while browsing around. As we all know, the most reasonable thing to do in situations like these is to share the good news with all your fellow gamers, which is exactly what’s happening right now. Most of the free games we’re going to recommend this time around are from Origin, of all places. While I don’t particularly enjoy EA’s gaming platform, it seems that lately they have some pretty nice freebies that are worth checking out. But even if you don’t want anything to do with Origin you should keep reading anyway because we’re going to look at some of the other platforms as well and see what they have to offer.

Origin

Okay, so let’s start with EA’s platform and see what we ca find there. First and foremost, you should really check out the Star Wars Battlefront beta that’s available exclusively on Origin, at least when it comes to the PC version. The beta ends on October 12 so make sure you hurry and jump into the action asap. At this link you can find everything you need to know about the Star Wars Battlefront beta and if you decide that you want to pre-order the game, you may want to avoid getting it at full price from Origin and just grab it from our friends over at CDKeys for just $46. Obviously, you’ll still need Origin to play, but that doesn’t mean you should also buy it from there.

More free games? No problem. You can get Red Alert 2 as part of the “On the House” program and you can also play for free The Sims 4, Battlefield 4, Titanfall and more for a limited time as part of the Origin “Game Time” program. Speaking of Titanfall, the game’s Season Pass is now available at no cost whatsoever, albeit you must own the base game in order to play. As for Battlefield 4, there’s a free DLC that you might be interested in called Night Operations. And since you’re already browsing around, you may also want to take a look at the free 6-hour trial for the Dragon Age Inquisition campaign or even better, play the multiplayer as much as you want at no cost. In addition, Dragon Age Inquisition also has two multiplayer expansion called Dragonslayer and Destruction, also available for free.

Steam

Alright, so enough about Origin, let’s look for some more free games elsewhere, shall we? Our next stop is unsurprisingly everyone’s best friend, good ol’ Steam. Unfortunately, you won’t find too much free stuff on Steam per say, so you’ll have to check with other websites that offer free Steam keys right now. A few of the most interesting ones I was able to find include Nosferatu, Bionic Dues, Anomaly Warzone Earth, as well as the Robo-Fortune and Beowulf DLC for Skullgirls, and Reverse Cosplay and Thank You packs for Saints Row 4.

More free games

If you’re in the mood for a major nostalgia trip you should visit the official Elder Scrolls website where you can download both Daggerfall and Arena for free. Keep in mind that you will need a DOS emulator to play them, though. Perhaps this is old news for some, but two great MMORPGs recently went free to play and they would make excellent candidates if you’re in the mood for some online action. The games in question are Guild Wars 2 and Wildstar, so once you’re done with everything else from this list make sure to check them out. Last but not least, the folks over at Good Old Games have a bunch of free games on offer for anybody with an account and even though these titles are a bit old by now you should still give them a shot because some of them are pretty good.

More deals

You can find great gaming deals all over the place nowadays, so I’ll just keep in brief and mention only a few. The first thing you’ll want to do is check the latest Humble Bundle where you can pay what you want for a number of great titles developed by Nordic Games. You’ve got Red Faction Guerilla, the Black Mirror series, the Desperado series, MX vs ATV, Jagged Alliance, and more. Also, on CDKeys you can find discounts for pretty much any game you can think of, including new releases like Civilization Beyond Earth: Rising Tide, Heroes of Might and Magic VII or Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain and upcoming big hitters like Starcraft 2: Legacy of the Void, Fallout 4, Call of Duty Black Ops 3, and Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, to name just a few.

Speaking of which, be sure to check out our ongoing Assassin’s Creed Syndicate giveaway for a chance to win a free copy for the platform of your choice and if you’re on the Xbox One take a look at our Halo 5 Guardians giveaway as well.

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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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