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Overwatch seems like the gift that keeps on giving. A wonderfully made, team-based shooter with MOBA elements, amazing animated shorts, and continuing additions in the form of new maps, characters, and items. Still gamers crave more. If you’ve even sniffed Overwatch, you probably know that the title is basically a multiplayer only game. No singleplayer or in-game story to speak of. Strictly speaking that is. The world’s lore and plot are usually told through tie-in comics and the aforementioned animated shorts. You’ll also know that there is currently no map editor alongside the title’s current fifteen maps. Sadly, one of them will not be happening (for the foreseeable future) and the other will take quite some time to implement.

Everyone’s favorite Overwatch representative, and meme master, Jeff Kaplan recently sat down with Gamespot in a lengthy interview. They talked about a lot including the possibility of a story mode and a map editor (as well as peanut butter). Regrettably, we have to report that Mr. Kaplan isn’t keen to the idea of a campaign in Blizzard’s baby. The magnitude behind it would be too much for the title.

“For a 6v6 PvP game coming out with a whole single-player campaign is like making a brand new game in and of itself. I’m not sure our players understand the magnitude of development that would go behind that. But certainly it’s a fascinating idea.”

So there’s no chance it’s happening anytime soon, but it is on the table. At least teetering on the edge just out the family dog’s reach who’s waiting for its morsel. The map editor on the other hand is more likely if Jeff’s comments are anything to go by. Just don’t expect it right away due to the complexity of it.

“It was more getting a statement out there to say, philosophically, we’re totally on board with things like a map editor. The problem is because we’re a brand new engine, for us to get our tools in players’ hands is literally going to take years. It’s not even something I could say like, ‘Oh that’s our top priority now and in the next couple patches you’ll see it.’ It’s literally years away, the amount of work it will take to get there someday. But philosophically, the team is super excited to someday get there. But it’s not trivial.”

Two big content additions and two long wait times if at all. Still the online only experience continues to grow stronger nearly a year after release. We’re sure plenty of Overwatch agents are plenty happy with the old and new content alike that Blizzard has created. You can read the entire interview here if you’re interested.

What are your thoughts on Overwatch getting a story mode and a map editor? Do you think it’s worth the time and effort? Also, in a completely unrelated way, let us know who you main! Mine is Reaper and I know that makes me incredibly cool.

SOURCE: Gamespot

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New PS5 Patch Introduces Rare 40FPS Mode for Avatar Game

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Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has received an exciting update that introduces a new graphical mode, elevating the game’s visual experience. With a smooth frame rate of 40 frames per second and enhanced resolutions, players can now immerse themselves in even more stunning and detailed environments. Now downloadable on PS5 with the latest patch 3.2, this mode is compatible with 4K TVs that can handle up to 120 Hz. Before this update, Avatar PS5 only offered quality and performance modes. However, with this new option, players can now enjoy the benefits of both modes after downloading the 2.4GB update.

Throughout the PS5 era, 40fps modes have been a rarity, much to the disappointment of the hardcore community. Insomniac Games first introduced them in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales and later added the feature to Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. They also included it in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Other PS5 titles, such as Hogwarts Legacy, Lies of P, and God of War Ragnarok, also offer 40fps modes.

In addition to that, Patch 3.2 for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora brings along the following:

Worldwide:

  • Research Station Alpha now features a convenient Fast Travel option
  • The issue of controller re-mapping and resetting on game restart has been resolved
  • Addressed multiple instances of crashes
  • I corrected a few spelling errors
  • Addressed the issue of voice lines overlapping during dialogue

Primary Objectives & Optional Objectives:

  • [Main Quest: Shadows of the Past] This main quest is an intriguing journey into the depths of history. Addressed a bug that previously hindered quest progression in co-op mode

More bug fixes have been implemented.

  • [Available on all platforms] The rescued human characters no longer return to the Resistance HQ wearing masks
  • Available on all platforms. There is a noticeable improvement in the visibility of NPCs when they are at the edge of the Player’s vision

 

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Exciting news for gamers! The highly anticipated PS5 game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be joining EA Play on Thursday

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Update: It seems that the PS Store may have acted prematurely, as it has now been officially confirmed that Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be added to EA Play on Thursday, April 25th, 2024. Once the active members are in, they’ll have the opportunity to download and play the complete game.

Original Story: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, released in 2023, has been added to the EA Play subscription service. This exciting action-adventure game is now available for download and play at no additional cost for active members. While EA has yet to provide any official updates, you can head over to the PS Store and find it listed as “included with EA Play.”

Adding to the mix is the recent announcement of a forthcoming price hike for the subscription, affecting both monthly and yearly payment plans. Starting on May 10th, 2024, the monthly subscription fee will be increased from £3.99 / $4.99 to £5.99 / $5.99. For those who choose the 12-month commitment, the price will be £34.99 / $39.99, which is a £15 / $10 increase.

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In April 2023, the highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor made its debut on the PS5. After thoroughly evaluating the game, we are pleased to announce that it has earned an impressive 9/10 rating in our review. We praised the game for its ability to build upon the first installment’s foundations and improve upon every aspect. “The combat is highly enjoyable and provides a plethora of options, while the exploration reaches new heights. The incorporation of Metroidvania elements adds an extra layer of depth, resulting in captivating puzzles and rewarding experiences.”

Click the link to access a comprehensive list of all EA Play games available on PS5 and PS4. Are you planning to give Star Wars Jedi: Survivor a try on the service? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.

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Rest assured, the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade, will be available in its original, uncensored form across all regions

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Fear not; for those worried about potential censorship issues with the PS5-exclusive Stellar Blade, set to release on April 26th, Sony has got you covered. ShiftUp, the developer, proudly assures players that the game will maintain its uncensored content across all regions, including Japan.

We have to admit, we didn’t anticipate this as a potential issue or a potential selling point. The main character, Eve, and her revealing costumes have been heavily showcased in the game’s pre-release marketing. Nevertheless, it is pleasing to witness ShiftUp’s evident enthusiasm as their vision prepares to reach the hands of a vast number of players.

Regarding Stellar Blade, Yoko Taro believes it surpasses NieR: Automata, and we were pleased to learn that the game will be considerate of your PS5 storage capacity. The demo is now available for you to try, and it has nearly doubled the daily active users of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This is quite impressive, especially considering it is the game’s first console showing.

Will you be there to experience Stellar Blade on its release day? It’s certainly a relief to witness the game remaining uncensored until the last moment. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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