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Atlus Releases Shin Megami Tensei: Synchronicity Prologue for Free

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Shin Megami Tensei is an undying franchise. Almost everything associated with the series is pure gaming gold, including the spin-offs. Especially the spin-offs. While these titles tend to be RPGs, some try to break the mold, including the latest spin-off game, Shin Megami Tensei: Synchronicity Prologue. And I thought Square Enix had some weird titles for its Kingdom Hearts franchise.

I would not blame you if you haven’t heard about Synchronicity Prologue; it was part of a Japanese trailer for the upcoming game Shin Megami Tensei: Deep Strange Journey (Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux in America) — which is remake of Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey — and was supposed to be nothing more than a joke. But Synchronicity Prologue is real, free, and available for download right now.

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Synchronicity Prologue stars the two mascots of the Shin Megami Tensei franchise: the brothers Jack Frost and Pyro Jack. The game is a 2D pixelated Metroidvania title that requires players to use the powers of the Jack brothers to fight and platform through dangerous levels, all while collecting new abilities and leveling up to fight ever-tougher enemies. While part of Synchronicity Prologue uses English, the majority of the game is in Japanese, so gamers who want to know what’s going on will be out of luck until the game is released with an English localization. Or until a fan creates a mod that translates all the Japanese into English.

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According to the announcement page, Shin Megami Tensei: Synchronicity Prologue “has no direct connection with [Deep Strange Journey].” However, the page also states that Synchronicity Prologue may or may not be indirectly connected with Deep Strange Journey. Maybe the events in one game influence the events in the other? Gamers will just have to wait until the game is released.

Shin Megami Tensei fans are definitely going to enjoy Synchronicity Prologue, as are Metroidvania fans. However, gamers only have until December 24th to download the game.

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PS5 Alone in the Dark Reboot Stars Jodie Comer, David Harbour This Halloween

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On October 25, 2023, THQ Nordic’s Alone in the Dark reboot will star Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer and Stranger Things’ David Harbour. Comer will play Emily Hartwood, while Harbour will play Edward Carnaby.

The demo, loosely based on the 1992 original, is available for download from the PS Store. This prologue, starring supporting character Grace Saunders, is inspired by Alone in the Dark 2’s Jack in the Dark demo and allows you to explore the Derceto Mansion.

The showcase didn’t focus on combat, but previous showings have shown a frantic over-the-shoulder shooter, and developer Pieces Interactive promises a variety of puzzles. Depending on how much guidance you want, you can adjust the difficulty.

We’re excited about the final product. Alone in the Dark hasn’t been respected in recent years, despite its huge influence. A compelling reboot that updates the 1992 classic looks to put the franchise back on track.

 

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Warhammer RTS Realms of Ruin Masses for PS5 Invasion

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Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin, a new real-time strategy game where players command one of four warring factions, is coming to PS5 in the grimdark future.

PlayStation’s strategy gaming renaissance makes us feel like we’re living in the best possible time for console gamers who love command. Realms of Ruin could be a cool addition if it succeeds. As fans know, Warhammer games are unfortunately inconsistent in quality, so we’ll reserve judgment until we see some gameplay.

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin: your thoughts? What do you think of Age of Sigmar’s controversial rebranding in general?

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One of PS5’s Worst Games Is The Lord of the Rings: Gollum

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According to Metacritic, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is the worst-rated game of 2023, setting a new low for AAA releases. OpenCritic’s story is similar. See our video or written review to understand why.

Only eFootball was more universally hated. Balan Wonderworld and Babylon’s Fall are other villains in that awful rogue’s gallery.

Playing Gollum?

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