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Let’s call a spade a spade, vanilla Destiny didn’t have much of a story. Sure, you fought aliens and found shiny loot, but what else was there. Maybe they didn’t have time to explain why they didn’t have time to explain (sorry, couldn’t help it). BUT, Bungie has promised a more cinematic story this time around, so lets take a minute, open up our grimoires, and see what kind of story beats we can glean.

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The attack on the city was something hinted at for a while now, it was the who that we didn’t know. The trailer answered that, revealing the Cabal as the fiends behind the attack. The particular force sent against the city is the Red Legion, commanded by Ghaul. Now, if you played the game, you may ask, “but Kevin, aren’t there already Cabal on Mars?” Yes there are, but due to the Vex, Taken, and Guardians, the present Cabal are broken and leaderless. This is how the Cabal military operates, break and die or return home victorious. That wasn’t before the remaining forces sent out a distress call, directly to the Emperor, during the Taken King expansion. And, clearly, the message got thru.

Making the Cabal the central threat this time around gives a spotlight to a force that hasn’t really gotten their due in vanilla Destiny or its expansions. This is a shame, because they’re basically an intergalactic Roman Empire. Legions upon legions go out and either conquer or fall, with the best rising to the top. So given the scale and results of the attack, the Red Legion looks to be among the elite.

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Then, there are the two expansions available thru the expansions pass. The first teases fans with the Eye of Osiris. In the universe of Destiny, Osiris was a Warlock who delved into the power the Vex have over time. His work drew the ire of the Speaker and Vanguard, resulting in his banishment from the Tower. His followers remained behind, establishing a tournament in the Crucible as a way to recruit. Using him as the basis of an expansion could do for him what Rise of Iron did for Iron Banner. It could also open the door for Bungie to use more dark/fallen figures from the city’s history, like Toland and Dredgen Yor.

The second expansion teased implies that Rasputin, the AI warmind, will be the focus. Yes, Rise of Iron’s story revolved around a tech-plague called SIVA, but these are two completely different entities. SIVA was presented as a tech-plague that could consume/corrupt whatever it spread into. Rasputin, on the other hand, is a sentient, artificial being. Bungie has long teased doing more with the warmind, with it being the original focus of vanilla Destiny in its early incarnations. While that got drastically reduced, it has still been an ever present force, having to venture into his bunker to help defend it from invaders. There have also been teases about the other warminds that existed, which could also play a major factor when expansion two is released down the line.

This is just scratching the surface of what we could see in Destiny 2. I could sit here all day and go into the nitty gritty of the Cabal, the Empire’s command structure, the work of Osiris, or the battles Rasputin has endured, but then we’d be here all day. Just rest assured, knowing Bungie, I think we are in safe hands.

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Helldivers 2 Players Face Overwhelming Hordes of Factory Striders

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In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.

There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.

Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.

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Todd Howard affirms that the timeline of the Fallout series is coherent and well-constructed

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The recent release of Amazon’s adaptation of Fallout has ignited a renewed interest in the series and brought attention to the captivating alternate history that forms its foundation. Fans have expressed concern that the TV show’s events might be at odds with the plot of the Obsidian Entertainment video game New Vegas. Warning: Spoilers ahead for New Vegas and Amazon’s show!

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard and Fallout TV executive producer Jonathan Nolan recently sat down with IGN to discuss the timeline. Howard was taken aback when showrunners Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet presented him with the surprising concept of obliterating Shady Sands, the bustling capital of the New California Republic, in the aftermath of the events in New Vegas. Howard eventually warmed up to the idea: “After discussing it, we realized that this could be a significant story moment that many things hinge upon.”

It seems that they had to make some tough decisions to ensure everything fell into place, but Howard emphasizes the importance of preserving the integrity of the Fallout timeline: “We take great care with the timeline. There seems to be some confusion in certain areas. However, all the events from the previous games, including New Vegas, did occur. We take great caution in that matter. We’re really pushing the limits here, but the explosions occur right after the events of New Vegas.

What are your thoughts on this? Is it up to par? Even though it may not have a significant impact on the overall quality of the games or show, it is comforting to know that those in charge are paying attention. We value your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Evaluating Fallout 76’s Value in 2024

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If you’ve been keeping up with the new Fallout show on Amazon Prime, chances are you’ve been relying on PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium to access and enjoy one of Bethesda’s legendary RPGs. We decided to bypass the highly acclaimed Fallout New Vegas and Fallout 3, opting instead to explore the vast landscapes of West Virginia in Fallout 76. Infamous for its initial reception, Todd Howard’s “Fallout with Friends” has evolved significantly over the past six years. However, does that imply the game is of high quality? Is it worth playing in 2024?

As we ventured out of Vault 76 for the very first time, we were determined to find the answers to those burning questions. Recalling our escapades on the Push Square YouTube channel, we encountered quest-giving NPCs—a feature that was surprisingly absent upon release—awe-inspiring bases built by fellow players—and an abundance of loot that could easily burden us 76 times over.

In the midst of the vast array of open-world online experiences, we found ourselves quite enthralled by the combination of 50s classics playing in the background as we obliterated the heads of ghouls. And to top it off, we were able to enjoy all of this with our friends. Exploring the wasteland in the company of a ragtag band of survivors adds a unique element to Fallout 76, setting it apart from other games in the series. However, does it manage to prevent us from uninstalling and transitioning to one of the mainline entries in the series? To discover more, be sure to watch the complete video!

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