Gaming
Lost Soul Aside’s Gameplay Demo Is the Lovechild of Devil May Cry and Final Fantasy
Indie games look more and more impressive each year thanks to talented and dedicated teams of developers. But, what about the games with development teams of one? Surely they can’t look as beautiful? Well, Lost Soul Aside demonstrates that one talented individual is more than enough to create a beautiful game. Sure, we’ve known about Lost Soul Aside ever since the announcement trailer dropped last year, but today Bing Yang posted a video that demonstrates the game’s combat system in full, and it’s a thing of beauty.
While Lost Soul Aside takes visual cues from Final Fantasy XV (the main character Kazer looks almost identical to Final Fantasy XV‘s protagonist Noctis), the gameplay is pure hack and slash bliss in the vein of Devil May Cry or Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Kazer has all the abilities we have come to expect from such games: he can slide on the ground to dodge attacks, switch between different weapons, and unleash shockwaves from his blade, just to name a few. The first minute of the gameplay demo shows Kazer easily tearing through small, human-sized monsters. and the next four are spent fighting a boss.
The boss serves to demonstrate the level of challenge players will face in Lost Soul Aside. The fight starts off rather simple, and the creature only crawls on all fours and violently swipes at Kazer. It’s nothing most gamers haven’t seen before, but once the battle enters the second phase, the monster kicks it into high gear. What was at first some seemingly feral creature becomes a terrifying bipedal titan that swipes at Kazer with ethereal arm blades and conjures blue flames that litter the ground and restricts player movement. The second round isn’t Dark Souls levels of challenging, but it’s not the kind of boss fight players can take lightly.
During the cutscene that introduces the boss, you might have noticed it’s passive until it notices Kazer, at which point it starts rolling around in pain; the creature even shakily reaches for Kazer in much the same way characters in movies, tv shows, and video games reach out when they are in desperate need of help. While this is by no means solid evidence of anything, it implies that the boss monster — and possibly all the other monsters Kazer killed — might have been human once. If this is true, what caused them to transform, and why does Kazer’s presence force them to go rabid? These are questions the game will likely answer when released
The gameplay demo has sold me on Lost Soul Aside, and it’s still in develepment. The game will undergo numerous changes and improvements before it is ready for release, and I’m looking forward to the final result. Bing Yang deserves all the attention he can get for this game.
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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