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Hellboy, Raiden, and Black Manta Join the Injustice 2 Roster

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Yes, you read the title correctly. NetherRealm Studios announced that Black Manta, Raiden, and Hellboy are coming to Injustice 2. Things are about to get interesting.

Much like the announcement trailer that introduced Starfire, Sub-Zero, and Red Hood, this new trailer primarily exists to hype up the inclusion of Raiden, Black Manta, and Hellboy. However, instead of just staring each other down, these characters interact with one another, albeit by Black Manta launching shoulder-mounted rockets at Raiden (I’m already liking this version of Black Manta) and Hellboy catching one of the rockets in his iconic Right Hand of Doom. And then Hellboy uses the rocket’s exhaust to light his cigarette like the absolute badass he is. Now that’s how you introduce a character.

While this trailer doesn’t provide much information on the characters’ combat styles, aside from Black Manta’s shoulder-mounted rocket launchers and Raiden’s teleportation ability, it provides a good look at Hellboy, who appears very different from his fellow combatants. While every other Injustice 2 character is rendered in a realistic fashion that occasionally borders the uncanny valley — especially Superman and Braniac — Hellboy is extremely stylized and looks as if he jumped off the pages of one of his graphic novel. However, Ron Perlman isn’t voicing Hellboy in Injustice 2. Don’t get me wrong, though; the new voice actor captures Hellboy’s personality extremely well, but whenever I read the Hellboy graphic novels, I hear Perlman’s voice coming out of Hellboy’s mouth. I’m not upset or anything, I just would have preferred Perlman, that’s all

Now, some of you might wonder why Hellboy is even in Injustice 2, as he belongs to Dark Horse Comics and not DC. Well, I think we can chalk this up to NetherRealm Studios’ love of guest characters. The company’s previous game, Mortal Kombat X, includes guest appearances by Jason Voorhees, Leatherface, The Predator and The Alien. Furthermore, both Injustice 2 and the original Injustice game revolve around the existence of alternative universes, so the inclusion of comic book characters from non-DC universes such as Hellboy actually makes sense when you think about it.

I look forward to the announcement trailer for the final three Injustice 2 DLC characters, especially since we now know DC and Mortal Kombat characters aren’t the only possibilities. While it might be a bit of a stretch to hope for a Marvel character, I personally would like to see Image Comic’s The Savage Dragon or 2000 AD’s Judge Dredd. If not, well, there are plenty of Vertigo Comics characters to choose from, such as John Constantine and Dream of the Endless.

All you have to do to get my attention is talk about video games, technology, anime, and/or Dungeons & Dragons - also people in spandex fighting rubber suited monsters.

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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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