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Agents of Mayhem Board Game Seeks to Improve on the Video Game

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Agents of Mayhem is a fun but ultimately underwhelming video game. Many critics state the game is overly grindy and repetitive, but that might soon change. No, Volition isn’t patching the game, but Academy Games is developing a board game based on Agents of Mayhem that promises a unique experience with every playthrough.

The board game, titled Agents of Mayhem: Pride of Babylon, is described by the Kickstarter campaign as a “story-driven 3D tactical boardgame,” and it does mean 3D. The game board includes modular tiles that form several destructible towers, which dynamically affect how players can go about the game. Moreover, the story is derived from player decisions; each action has a “ripple effect” that will significantly impact missions and character abilities. Oh, and Academy Games promises plenty of humor, so the game’s got that going for it, as well.

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As you might expect, players will be able to control either the “heroic” titular agents of M.A.Y.H.E.M. or the definitely villainous members of L.E.G.I.O.N., each with his, her, or its own unique upgrades, abilities, equipment, and meticulously detailed plastic miniature. A major sticking point of the Agents of Mayhem video game is players can’t create their own characters, but the board game looks as if it will be a much better fit for the pre-made agents and villains. While the base game will only include the agents Fortune, Hardtack, and Hollywood, along with the villainous Dr. Babylon and a collection of L.E.G.I.O.N. troopers, more will be provided to backers depending on the number of stretch goals unlocked. So far, only the L.E.G.I.O.N. shock trooper and the agent Scheherazade have been announced, but Academy Games promises more down the line. Moreover, players can obtain new building tiles through stretch goals and add-ons for even more explosive mayhem.

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Agents of Mayhem: Pride of Babylon looks like a complicated game on paper, as it will require players to manage combat die, resource counters, effect tiles, character cards, and whatever else the board throws their way. It looks chaotic, but what else did you expect from a game with the word “mayhem” in the title? Academy Games has a history of creating award-winning board games, so I am confident Agents of Mayhem: Pride of Babylon will be an enjoyable romp.

As of writing this article, the Agents of Mayhem: Pride of Babylon Kickstarter campaign has blown past its $30,000 goal, which is impressive since the campaign started today. The campaign only has three pledge tiers, starting as low as the $85 early bird special, which contains the base game, the Gaunt character expansion pack, and all stretch goals, including the Kickstarter-exclusive “Total Mayhem” goals. While the $90 tier is identical to the $85 tier (it is meant for those who miss the early bird special), the $115 tier gives gamers a taste of the source material by including the Agents of Mayhem video game. Additionally, only three add-ons are available for purchase: a copy of the Agents of Mayhem game for PC, a set of giant building tiles, and the Johnny Gat character expansion.  Now, a friendly reminder: all prices listed on the Kickstarter page do not cover shipping costs.

I look forward to the release of Agents of Mayhem: Pride of Babylon. It looks promising and could very well be the definitive Agents of Mayhem experience.

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The director of Cyberpunk 2077 has stated that the game is complete, but there may still be some minor updates in the future

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It’s no surprise to anyone, but CD Projekt Red has officially moved on from Cyberpunk 2077. Phantom Liberty’s launch last year, along with the significant Update 2.0, seemed to indicate that the Polish developers had successfully addressed the issues from the game’s initial release. Reaching that stage required a significant amount of time and dedication. The mentioned enhancements reportedly required the studio to invest approximately $63 million in development. Redemption comes at a high price!

If you’ve been following the open-world RPG, you’ll be aware that it has recently received a couple of smaller patches, mainly aimed at fixing bugs. However, the 2.11 update, released in January, introduced some vehicle customization options, although they are somewhat limited. Is CD Projekt Red truly finished with Cyberpunk 2077 when they claim to be?

We have received a response from director Gabe Amatangelo (via Game File) that echoes the information we have just provided. “We’re finished,” he declares. There may be additional surprises that pop up while experimenting with different elements, adding a sense of discovery and low risk. Or it’s a breeze to integrate. Or perhaps some developers have the capacity.

Expect occasional minor updates for the game if the team finds valuable additions or improvements that don’t interfere with their other projects.

Considering this, it will be intriguing to observe the content of upcoming updates for Cyberpunk 2077. Is there anything specific you would like to see added? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Eve’s outfits in the PS5 exclusive Stellar Blade are the talk of the town

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Shift Up, the company behind Nikkei: Goddess of Victory, is creating the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive Stellar Blade, which Sony unintentionally leaked a sample of yesterday. The playable teaser was apparently released too soon, as the platform owner has now removed access to it, although there is enough footage available to get a sense of protagonist Eve’s attire.

As you may already be aware, the Korean studio has stated that the entire release will include about thirty distinct cosmetic fashion items, with possibly more to come. Additionally, as the character’s body was created using real-life model Shin Jae-eun, everyone is raving about the ensembles the developers created.

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If you are already acquainted with Nikke, the appearances don’t offer much room for interpretation. One outfit, a skin-tight latex body suit, is practically invisible. However, some, like a grid girl-inspired one-piece or a pants and jacket combo, are more covered and appear somewhat natural. It will be interesting to see what additional ideas it comes up with because we’ve only seen a small portion of the selection in the whole game thus far.

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Prepare for the official Fallout Amazon Prime Video trailer

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Amazon’s upcoming TV adaptation of Fallout is shaping up to be impressive, hinting at a promising future for video game adaptations such as HBO’s The Last of Us. In just over three minutes, the portrayal of the eccentric post-apocalyptic world is almost flawless, leaving us eager for what’s to come.

The costuming, casting, and production pedigree are all top-notch, and we’re excited to see where the series will take us. Amazon’s adaptation will focus on protagonist Lucy (Ella Purnell), a vault dweller who steps out of the safety of her lifelong home into the harsh Wasteland of a ruined Los Angeles. Geneva Robertson-Dworet, the showrunner, has mentioned that the Vault symbolizes peaceful societies such as Canada or New Zealand. It delves into the challenges faced by those outside the vault that are unimaginable to those inside.

What are your thoughts on the Fallout TV adaptation? Do you think Amazon has captured that distinct Fallout vibe perfectly? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

 

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