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Mewtwo Releases for Pokémon Go in Japan

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Today, at a Pokémon Go Stadium event in Yokohama, Japan, fans of Niantic’s hit mobile game were treated to the release of iconic legendary Pokémon Mewtwo. During the “Pikachu Outbreak” celebration, Mewtwo went live as what Niantic are calling an exclusive raid boss.

This is a new mechanic that Niantic is testing with their game that involves being invited by other players to a raid battle. “To receive an invitation to participate in an exclusive raid battle, trainers must have successfully completed a raid recently, by defeating the raid boss, at the gym where the exclusive raid battle will be taking place.” Niantic goes into further detail discussing various features such as “advance warning[s]” that will help players better coordinate with one another on the subject.

As of right now, Mewtwo is exclusive to Japanese Pokémon Go players. Since Mewtwo’s release is so closely tied to the festivities going on in Japan right now, players in the rest of the world will have to wait to get their hands on this fan favorite. Niantic assures the rest of the world that it’ll have access to Mewtwo “in the coming weeks.” As such, there isn’t really a definitive release date for worldwide Pokémon Go players and we’ll have to just play this by ear until Mewtwo is available for us.

That being said, Mewtwo’s release will most likely be very soon. Legendary Pokémon only started regularly appearing in Pokémon Go a few weeks ago and since then we’ve already gotten five. Including Mewtwo, those Pokémon are Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Lugia. We’ve been getting new legendaries quite frequently ever since and Niantic will no doubt want to keep up the momentum they have as of right now.

Once Mewtwo is released in the near future there are also plenty of other legendaries for us to look forward to. We still haven’t heard much about Mew, Raikou, Entei, Suicune, Ho-Oh, or Celebi to just recite off the rest of the two generations that are currently live in Pokémon Go. Until then, all of the legendaries that have been made fully available worldwide are appearing simultaneously in the game to sate us until Mewtwo arrives.

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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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