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I’ve paid a fair amount of attention to strange Japanese games, but this situation’s weird in a verydifferentsense. It’s confusing, especially if you’re unfamiliar with how Japanese text works, so stay with me here. Written Japanese uses three character sets, right? One set is “Kanji”, which is Chinese characters (with the symbolic meanings and whatnot), and another set is phonetic (just sounds, no symbolism) called “Katakana”, which is used to indicate “foreign” loanwords, such as sci-fi terms and anything that’s not a “real” word....

THARJA!!!! It was only ascant few daysago that we figured out how many new characters would be coming toFire Emblem Warriorsvia DLC; now we know exactly which characters will be included. Everyone clamoring for Tharja will have their wishes come true! The obsessive Dark Mage headlines a list of characters that I don’t really know too much about, but will probably be exciting for series fans. Three new “History” Maps, five new costumes and 13 new Broken-Armor models....

Just as important as cross-play itself Sony changing its tune about cross-play is the first step.Starting today in beta,Fortniteplayers on PlayStation 4 will finally be able to compete against their peers on Windows, Mac, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, iOS, and Android. But what about folks who have two separateFortniteaccounts due to Sony’s walled-off approach? Are they just stuck with a PS4-only account they don’t want? The issue recently made headlines when players tried to use theirFortniteaccounts on Nintendo Switch, but the problem also showed itself on Xbox One....

Dibs on Nermal In a world whereKonami Krazy Racersexists, it’s not that wild to see anotherGarfield Kartpop up out of the abyss. The next one–Garfield Kart: Furious Racing– looks very much like an extension ofthe last game. It’s heading to PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on November 5. Microids shared a few rudimentary details aboutFurious Racingtoday, including the playable roster–Garfield, Odie, Jon, Nermal, Arlene, Liz, Harry, and Squeak–and modes....

Iansan is an upcoming 4-star character inGenshin Impactwho will be released in the first phase of version 5.5. In this article, you can find her exact release date and a countdown showing the time until her banner goes live. Iansan banner release date and countdown Since Iansan is in the first phase of Genshin Impact 5.5, her banner will be released onMarch 26, 2025, at 11 am (UTC+8). You can check out Iansan’s exact release dates and timings across different time zones below:...

Console MMO fun! In today’s giveaway you can claim a Gift of the Noble Guard key forNeverwinterPS4 or Xbox One! It’s giveaway time again! Today we’ve got console keys forNeverwinter: Avernuscontest, giving you exclusive content and a boost in XP for your adventures, so claim one before they’re gone! AboutNeverwinter: Avernus. Following the events ofInfernal Descent, the previous major update forNeverwinter,Avernussends players on a thrilling journey across the wastelands of Avernus, the first layer of the Nine Hells....

EA and Klei Entertainment are serious aboutShank. I mean, when’s the last time a big-name videogame writer was attached to a downloadable title? The news thatGod of Warwriter Marianne Krawczyk is working on this upcoming brawler for Xbox LIVE Arcade has been making the rounds — and for good reason. Every time we get to seeShank, I always get the feeling a lot of love is being poured into this project; more so than your average XBLA game, anyway....

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kingsreleases to a new audience this week, andXbox 360 owners have a lot to look forward to. It’s a role-playing game full of decisions that can impact the story’s development throughout the game, but it’s also a game that rewards exploration, and one that makes it easy to completely miss out on certain quest lines and end-game loot. A fantasticwikiaalready exists, and it is highly recommended to bookmark it in case you need a puzzle solution, map, or reference guide....

Activision has announced today that they will be publishing a newMen In Blackgame to coincide with the release of the upcomingMen in Black IIIthis spring. The press release states that the title will release on, “consoles and handhelds,” and refers to the game as featuring, “action-packed, yet light-hearted gameplay mixed with edge-of-your-seat shooting excitement,” so your guess is as good as mine at this point. I like a lot of licensed games, but it’s always a crap shoot when it comes to a title being released in support of another product, such as timing game releases with movies to maximize the merchandising possibilities....

Sharpen your blade… As theGhostrunnercommunity eagerly awaits news of the cyberpunk hack ‘n’ slasher’s upcoming sequel, publisher 505 Games has decided to throw them a bone in the form of someGhostrunner 2concept art — depicting the hi-tech towers awaiting Jack’s next bout of high-speed slice ‘n’ dice action. The new art was revealed as part of a special live stream this weekend,which you can watch right here. Currently in development at Polish studio One More Level,Ghostrunner 2was first announcedway back in May 2021, though very little has been revealed of the project to date — with plot details, locales, and mechanics still under wraps....

Another Harley Quinn romance Batman: Assault on Arkhamis an upcoming direct-to-video animated film that serves as the direct sequel toBatman: Arkham Origins. Expect more not-so-zany adventures with the Riddler and Joker and the debut of the Suicide Squad! Also, a host of veteran voice actors promise to make this another greatBatmananimated feature. You know, aside from the animated series, which is the standard by which you should holdall Batmananimation. Batman: Assault on Arkhamwill be released July 25 via special viewing at San Diego Comic Con, but for the rest of us we’ll have to wait until July 29 for a digital copy and August 12 for a physical copy....

DuringDisney Dreamlight Valley: The Rift in Time’sfinal act, you’ll enter Jafar’s palace and find him at the center of a plot to take over the world. While this primarily involves the Palace of Time quest, you’ll also find Jafar’s Laboratory, where you’ll take on multiple tricky puzzles. Disney Dreamlight Valley Jafar’s Laboratory quest guide The Jafar’s Laboratory quest starts immediately after you enter Jafar’s throne room during Rift in Time’s final act....

There are many different tasks you need to get done inPhasmophobia’sCursed Hollow event. One of the most important ones asks you to contribute event points as a daily and weekly quest. You’re not given much information about how to tackle this endeavor, which means it might have you stumped. Finishing this task is crucial if you’re hoping to earn all unique rewards, so here’show to contribute event points in thePhasmophobiaCursed Hollow event....