Gaming
Blood and Wine expansion for The Witcher 3 gets its first official screenshots
Already spent more than 100 hours in The Witcher 3? What’s that, you also spent an extra who knows how may hours with the Hearts of Stone expansion? Well, be prepared to jump back into the game pretty soon because the Blood and Wine expansion pack is closing in fast and it’s going to offer plenty more hours of quality entertainment courtesy of CD Projekt RED. Though there isn’t any gameplay footage available just yet, the developer recently shared the first screenshots from Blood and Wine and they look absolutely gorgeous. Check them out after the break.
The world of The Witcher 3 is a pretty gloomy one where monsters lurk at every corner and war is just a normal part of daily life. You would be excused for thinking otherwise based solely on these screenshots, though, as the upcoming Blood and Wine expansion seems to be surprisingly colorful compared to the rest of the game. Blood and Wine takes place in Toussaint, a province found in the Nilfgaardian empire that’s “untainted by war”, but where “an atmosphere of carefree indulgence and knightly ritual masks an ancient, bloody secret.” Unfortunately, we don’t really know anything else about the plot of the expansion, but it sounds like players can look forward to around 20 hours of new gameplay so I’m sure CD Projekt is cooking some something really nice for us to enjoy.
Last month during Pax Australia narrative designer Mateusz Tomaskiewicz was able to confirm that Blood and Wine will introduce a number of characters found in The Witcher books written by Andrzej Sapkowski, though he didn’t give any actual names. Back in October, another Witcher 3 employee hinted that Blood and Wine may or may not include monsters that have been mentioned in the lore but did not appear in the base game, such as Strigas, Manticores, or Bruxas. Blood and Wine is the second and final expansion for the Witcher 3 so this will definitely be the perfect opportunity to add those monsters, along with others that have yet to make an appearance.
Blood and Wine doesn’t have a release date just yet, however, CD Projekt Red says we will be able to get our hands on the new expansion in early 2016. In the meantime, it looks like studio may be busy working at its mysterious new title announced back in 2012 – Cyberpunk 2077. There’s nothing official just yet, but word on the street is that game will launch as soon as late 2016.
Gaming
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game
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.
Gaming
ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games
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.
Gaming
Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5
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.
「Stellar Blade」 Physical Package Secrets⚠️#StellarBlade #PS5 #Disc pic.twitter.com/WQSzKUSDQ4
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) April 22, 2024
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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