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Capcom Cross-Promotes Okami HD with an Amaterasu Dota 2 Courier Mod

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Normally you expect big name company execs to participate in scores of meetings, shake countless hands, and file mountains of paperwork to arrange a video game crossover, but Capcom has decided to cut out the middleman and get the star of its upcoming game into Dota 2 by turning her into a mod. Credit where credit is due; I like this idea.

Yesterday, Capcom posted the model of Okami‘s protagonist Amaterasu on the Dota 2 Steam Workshop page. No, she won’t be an actual playable character (although that would probably be the most awesome thing ever) but instead a simple courier. For those of you who don’t know, couriers let players buy items from the in-game shop without having to warp back to their base, which allows them to upgrade their characters while fighting/jungling/etc. I would say it’s a weird concept, but Okami is a weird game, so having Amaterasu lug around random speed boots and vampiric staffs actually kinda makes sense; it’s not too dissimilar from what she occasionally does in her own game anyway.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you probably know why Capcom wants Amaterasu to guest star in Dota 2; Okami is receiving an HD remaster for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. And the game will release on December 12th. I never was able to finish the original PlayStation 2 release, but I was more than impressed by what I witnessed. Okami was the last game released by Clover Studio, which closed in 2007 and reopened as PlatinumGames. While Okami was not a big financial success, it was critically acclaimed and won numerous awards. It was eventually re-released on the Wii and received a sequel on the Nintendo DS in the form of the very “meh” OkamidenOkami‘s legacy has lived on through various references and Easter eggs, especially in PlatinumGames’ Bayonetta, as well as a spot on the playable character roster in Marvel vs. Capcom 3. Again, it’s weird, but it works.

Okami deserves all the attention it can get. With Okami HD‘s release fast approaching, any and all promotion is good promotion. Since Okami never released on PC via Steam before now, a cross-promotion through Steam’s esports MOBA Dota 2 makes a weird amount of sense. I already voted for the Amaterasu mod to make it into Dota 2, and so should you.

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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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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