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Explore the History of Hyrule’s Champions with The Champions’ Ballad DLC

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The first bit of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild DLC was The Master Trials, which included several new modes, armor, and upgrades for the Master Sword. It was not quite what we had in mind for the best Legend of Zelda game since Ocarina of Time, but The Champions’ Ballad serves to rectify that. And it’s available right now.

The four champions are at the heart of Breath of the Wild‘s story; they piloted the Divine Beasts, and their spirits roamed Hyrule for after they were killed by Calamity Ganon. They are also the focus of the new DLC The Champions’ Ballad (kinda obvious when you think about it, since “champion” is in the title); the DLC continues the story of Breath of the Wild by looking into the past and giving gamers a look at Hyrule before Calamity Ganon destroyed everything. Players will get to know what the champions Revali, Mipha, Daruk, and Urbosa were like before they had to pilot the Divine Beasts. Oh, the DLC will also shed more light on Link’s relationship King Rhoam Bosphoramus Hyrule and Princess Zelda.

Story isn’t the only feature of The Champions’ Ballad, though; it will also contain plenty of new shrines and dungeons, one of which appears to be nothing more than a sea of spikes. But you don’t care about shrines, do you? You want to know what new toys Link will get to play with in the DLC. Well, according to the trailer, he will receive several new armors, including Ravio’s hat, Zant’s helmet, Phantom Ganondorf’s (circa Ocarina of Time) armor, and a blue uniform I’m having trouble identifying. Oh, and horse armor. Don’t worry; this armor lets Link warp in his horse from anyone in Hyrule. Also, gamers who are tired of riding horses will obtain a special gift once they complete the DLC: a Divine Beast-esque motorcycle. And yes, it kinda looks similar to the one Link drives in Super Mario Kart 8.

Gamers who can’t wait to learn more about Hyrule’s champions will be pleased to hear The Champions’ Ballad DLC is available right now, so download it and lose yourself in Hyrule all over again.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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