Bandai Namco has announced its brand new RPG, Code Vein. The game is slated to be released sometime in 2018 on “major home consoles.” Bandai Namco describes the game as a “grueling action-RPG” with a large emphasis on feasting on the blood of your foes and exploring a massive interconnected world.
The game takes place in the near future as a mysterious calamity ravages the world. The Thorns of Judgement pierce through the lifeless husks of old skyscrapers and cars litter the streets. Most of the worlds population has been exterminated, and the only survivors are the Revenants that have formed a society called Vein. The Revenant are ex-humans that have sacrificed their memories and gained a thirst for blood in order to receive Gifts of power. If they don’t feast on blood, they risk devolving into monsters known as the Lost.
Code Vein emphasizes its challenging combat and it’s bleak post-apocalyptic world. Thankfully, players won’t have to journey alone. Assuming the role of a Revenant, they will have to recruit the residents of Vein to assist them on their journey to discover a way out of this twisted reality. Players will use their Blood Veils to drain the blood of their foes to use abilities known as Gifts. Gifts have various effects from buffs, debuffs and using weapon abilities. The flexibility allows players to tackle any situation and adapt to play the game their way.
Authors Impressions:
The game’s tone is immediately reminiscent of Bandai Namco’s flagship series, Dark Souls. However, the standout feature of the game so far seems to be its focus on the relationship between party members. It will be interesting to see how the game handles the interaction between characters. Between the wording of the press release and the images that have been shown to us, it seems as though Code Vein will emphasize the interactions between the player character and another party member in a one on one fashion. This intimate party design could be a catalyst for some very compelling story-telling in a world that will surely force you to rely on each other in order to progress. With the Revenant giving up their memories in order to obtain their vampire-like powers, it could be very interesting to see the player character and his party members slowly recover their memories about who they used to be and what happened before the world fell apart. Of course, this is all speculation at this point. I’m eager to learn more about this intriguing new IP and I’ll definitely be keeping my eyes on Code Vein in the coming months.
Gaming
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game
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.
Gaming
ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games
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.
Gaming
Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5
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.
「Stellar Blade」 Physical Package Secrets⚠️#StellarBlade #PS5 #Disc pic.twitter.com/WQSzKUSDQ4
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) April 22, 2024
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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