Later today, Nintendo will be unveiling 10 minutes of gameplay footage for the highly anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, accompanied by commentary from series producer Eiji Aonuma, but it seems like that’s not all the company will be showing off.

A Reddit user claiming to be a GameStop employee recently said in a post that a new and unannounced Nintendo Switch OLED SKU was added to the retailer’s database ahead of Tears of the Kingdom’s upcoming gameplay reveal, suggesting that Nintendo might also be gearing up to announce a special edition model of the Switch OLED. The Reddit user then went on to attach an image of the aforementioned database in a follow-up comment, showing the newly added SKU in question.

This isn’t the first that we’ve heard of this from unverified sources. Earlier this year, images of a Tears of the Kingdom-themed special edition Switch OLED model were also leaked online. Either way, it apparently won’t be long before we know for sure one way or another whether this is accurate.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is due out for the Nintendo Switch on May 12.

Following its official announcement, Counter-Strike 2′s limited test began last week. Only a select few players were invited, but Valve will expand the pool in the coming months as it gets closer to launch. Those invited will see the invitation pop up in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.

However, if you’re hoping to get into the limited test, hanging around in the first game and doing nothing isn’t helping. Valve clarified this on Twitter: “Idling on official matchmaking servers in CS: GO does not increase your chances of making it into the CS2 Limited Test.” Your playtime before the limited test’s introduction is ultimately what counts.

You have to wonder if this is one factor contributing to the over 1.5 million peak concurrent players recently. As for the current limited test, only two modes – Unranked Competitive and Deathmatch – are available on one map – Dust2. There will be more modes, features and maps in later releases.

Counter-Strike 2 is out this Summer for PC. It’s a free upgrade to the current game with a player’s inventory carrying over. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

PSA: Idling on official matchmaking servers in CS:GO does not increase your chances of making into the CS2 Limited Test. The playtime that counts was your playtime prior to the start of the Limited Test.

— CS2 (@CounterStrike) March 27, 2023

The Amnesia series has become a pillar of the horror genre since its inception in 2010, and its brand of psychological horror has become intrinsically linked with the series and with Frictional Games as a developer. With the upcoming Amnesia: The Bunker, however, the series is heading into uncharted waters. With its semi-open world approach, the inclusion of weapons, a new player-driven gameplay structure, and more, the upcoming horror title is looking to shake up the series’ formula in a variety of ways. To learn more about how these changes will be implemented and how they will affect Amnesia: The Bunker’s overall structure, we recently reached out to its developers with some of our most burning questions. Below, you can read our interview with the game’s creative lead, Fredrik Olsson.

"It’s true that this new focus requires quite a significant departure from the Amnesia formula, but at the same time, I feel there is still a lot of Amnesia left in this game."

Amnesia: The Bunker is departing from the series’ established formula in some pretty significant ways. What was behind the decision to make these changes?

As a studio, we’re driven by a desire to continually explore new ideas and push ourselves creatively. You can say it’s in our DNA, and we simply don’t want to be stuck doing the same thing over and over again. Take, for example, SOMA and Amnesia: Rebirth – both are quite different games when compared to their predecessor, Amnesia: The Dark Descent.

With Amnesia: The Bunker, we have shifted our focus to gameplay. We want to give the player a deeply immersive experience with much more agency and freedom. Unlike our previous titles, The Bunker is a difficult game that requires players to rely on their own instincts and problem-solving skills. It’s reminiscent of the games we grew up with, where experimentation was key and hand-holding was rare.

Given all the changes being made to the formula in Amnesia: The Bunker, how have you ensured that the game doesn’t lose sight of the series’ defining traits?

It’s true that this new focus requires quite a significant departure from the Amnesia formula, but at the same time, I feel there is still a lot of Amnesia left in this game. Just because you have access to weapons does not mean you can simply go in guns blazing. Players will still feel the need to hide or run from their pursuer. It’s all in the balance, and you shouldn’t expect this to be a first-person shooter by any means.

We have also maintained one of the most defining elements of the Amnesia series – the interplay between darkness and light. It’s a bit different this time around, though, since there’s no sanity mechanic in this game. Instead, the gameplay centers around the Bunker’s main generator. The creature that hunts the player prefers to do so in the cover of darkness, meaning that if you fail to keep the generator running, you’re soon going to find yourself in deep shit. This type of mechanic is basically a new and more tangible take on an old formula.

Moreover, we have ensured that the atmosphere in the Bunker remains very similar to what players have grown accustomed to in previous Amnesia games. In summary, while we have introduced new elements, we have worked hard to maintain the core Amnesia experience that our players love.

One of Amnesia: The Bunker’s headlining features is its implementation of a semi-open world map. How will this change the general flow of gameplay and exploration, and what can players expect from the map in terms of size and environmental variety?

The game is a hub-based experience. In the center of the Bunker, you have your safe room – your home base if you wish. That’s where you can save your progress, plan your next move, store resources, and fuel the generator. The rest of the bunker is very much accessible from the outset, with the player having little limitations when it comes to where to go and what to do.

While some tasks require completion to finish the game, it is up to the player to identify, prioritize and then judge how to best complete them. This exploration must be balanced against the dynamic threat that haunts the player, capable of emerging at any moment based on their actions. As such, the gameplay is highly player-driven and significantly different from previous games that relied on a more linear path.

While the environment may not be as large or diverse as Amnesia: Rebirth, the various sub-sections of the Bunker have their own unique characteristics and ambiance. Additionally, there are also a few non-Bunker environments for the player to experience.

"The creature that hunts the player prefers to do so in the cover of darkness, meaning that if you fail to keep the generator running, you’re soon going to find yourself in deep shit. This type of mechanic is basically a new and more tangible take on an old formula."

Talk to us about Amnesia: The Bunker’s randomization. What was behind the decision to implement it, and how significantly does it change things across multiple playthroughs?

One of the core design pillars of this game has been to make it an experience that players will want to revisit, either on their own or after seeing someone else play. We’ve made a conscious effort to avoid linearity and predictability, ensuring that every aspect of the game presents a certain level of challenge, no matter how many times you play it. The player should never know exactly what it will take to overcome an obstacle.

To achieve this, we have opted for a set of mechanics that we believe to make a strong foundation for this type of experience. The generator that continuously burns fuel introduces an element of time and can instantly change your situation if it runs out. Combine this with the dynamic threat that hunts you, loud tools such as the revolver or grenades, and a noisy light source, and you have a very dynamic and unscripted setup. The gameplay is influenced heavily by the player’s actions, ensuring that each playthrough is unique.

But we didn’t want to stop there. We recognized that we could enhance the replayability of the game even further by randomizing certain elements. The location of resources, traps, and important codes are all randomized, with even the codes themselves being randomly generated to prevent cheating.

Together, these elements create a game that evolves differently with each playthrough, providing new and unique situations and challenges each time.

What can you tell us about the ever-present threat that’s lurking in the bunker? Is it the biggest threat that players will be facing, or is it the only one?

The biggest threat of the game is the ever-present monster that hunts you. It crawls around in the walls of the bunker, constantly on the hunt for an opportunity to attack. It reacts to the player’s actions or inability to keep the generator running. While there are other dangers present in the game, the main monster is the most challenging and deadly of them all.

Stalker-type enemies are a mechanic that the horror genre has often made use of, but nailing the execution is often easier said than done. What sort of a balance does Amnesia: The Bunker strike in that regard between having players deal with a constant threat while ensuring that it doesn’t become too overbearing?

To create an effective stalking monster in a game, it is crucial to link its behavior closely with player actions. The stalker’s behavior should not feel too random, but rather have a clear logic that the player can understand. At the same time, some level of uncertainty, variation, or escalation is necessary to prevent the stalker from becoming too predictable and losing its impact on the player. This is particularly important if the player is going to be stalked for an extended period.

In Amnesia: The Bunker, the Stalker’s logic is easy to comprehend: it prefers darkness over light and can hear the player. Now it’s up to the player to work as best they can within those rules. Keep the generator running and make as little noise as possible! If you fail in any of these respects or if things don’t go as you’ve planned, you are likely going to get punished.

If the player ignores or doesn’t try to abide by the simple rules of the stalker, then they might, of course, feel that it becomes overbearing. However, as long as there are ways to play the game without it becoming overwhelming and these ways are not too obscure, the stalker should work out nicely.

"We’ve made a conscious effort to avoid linearity and predictability, ensuring that every aspect of the game presents a certain level of challenge, no matter how many times you play it. The player should never know exactly what it will take to overcome an obstacle."

Amnesia: The Bunker will give its players a revolver, which is a big change for the franchise. Can you tell us about how it’s woven into the gameplay loop, and how much the game will focus on combat as compared to its predecessors?

The revolver is just as much a tool as it is a weapon. It can, for example, be used to shoot open a padlock, set fire to a fuel puddle, or make an explosives barrel explode. While it could be used for defense, the revolver is often considered a last resort due to the limited ammo. It’s not really a matter of combat in that sense but more just another tool at your disposal in your fight for survival.

Roughly how long will an average playthrough of the game be?

For the average player, we estimate the playtime of a single playthrough to be around 4-6 hours, but it can vary quite a bit. The game’s focus is not necessarily on its length but instead on the challenge of surviving. So while some players may finish the game in as little as four hours, others may take their time to explore, think about their next move, experiment, and strategize. In the end, the duration of the game will be significantly influenced by the player’s skills and courage, as well as their preferred playstyle and decision-making. Also, the dynamic and random nature of the game will make each playthrough unique and different, so players can easily get more hours out of the game by replaying it.

Respawn Entertainment’s latest Collection Event, Sun Squad, is available today for Apex Legends. It adds new limited-time beach-themed cosmetics for Mirage, Fuse, Loba and more, along with a new limited-time mode, Heatwave. Check out the trailer below.

Heatwave is essentially Trios but with heat waves that periodically occur, dealing damage. You’ll need to find cover indoors or under objects, although sliding also helps avoid damage. Heatshields are also larger and can help protect against heatwaves. Avoid using them outside the Ring, or they’ll be destroyed quickly. There are also Care Packages with items like sunglasses that “mitigate” the heat waves.

As for the new cosmetics, there are 24 available with Crafting Materials and Sun Squad Collection Event Apex Packs or purchased with Apex Coins. Get all of them, and you’ll unlock “Strongest Link,” Ash’s nunchaku-style Heirloom.

Check out the patch notes below for some balance changes and bug fixes. Apex Legends is available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.

PATCH NOTES

WEAPON CRAFTING

• EVA-8 enters the replicator
• 30-30 Repeater enters the replicator
• Longbow DMR returns to the floor
• Volt SMG returns to the floor

LEGENDS UPDATE

Ash – Arc Snare

• Cooldown decreased from 25s to 20s
• Travel speed increased from 700 to 1200
• Tether activation delay and snare grow time decreased by about 50% (The Arc Snare will more reliably hit intended targets)

QUALITY OF LIFE

• Hide in-world item UI’s when aiming down the sight
• Hide in-world crafting UI’s in the center of the screen when aiming down the sight

BUG FIXES

• [Perks] Extended Supply Bins will more reliably give survival items in some cases when they are needed.
• [Perks] Weapon Supply Bins will more reliably give attachments to teammates in specific edge cases.
• [Perks] Both Weapon and Extended Supply Bins no longer spawn in close proximity to Bins of the same type.
• Fixed a bug where re-rolling Daily Challenges would not produce the intended result of providing a non-mode dependent challenge.
• Fixed issue with players experiencing a loud start-up noise when starting a Team Deathmatch game with reactive weapon skin equipped.
• [Seer] Fixed bug where Seer could always see enemies with his passive since the UI updates to the minimap.
• [Octane] Fixed the bug where players could not cycle their weapons when using the Stim tactical while on a zipline.
• [Pathfinder ] fix for cases when landing onto a Jump Pad after using any length grappling hook will cause it to go extended cooldown.
• Fix for cases where players could not reload their gun when standing close to Wattson’s Pylon and aiming at it.
• [Xbox Series X Only] Fixed a bug with chat messages where the first message would not be received by the other party member who is on Xbox.
• Reduced the smoke VFX for Peacekeeper’s “Frostbite” reactive skin for better visibility in low-light areas.
• [DX12] Fixed bug where the player’s crosshairs would be disabled when Anti-Aliasing is set to ‘None’ and Aspect Ratio is not native.
• [DX12] Game no longer letterboxes when the aspect ratio is greater than 16:0 (in DX12, windowed)
• Fix for cases where the minimap would show a completely different location for Crypto when using the drone.

Following its addition of Grimstalker, Fulgent armor and new weapons, Omega Force’s WILD HEARTS has received a new patch. It contains several fixes, including improvements to CPU performance. Those using AMD processors, in particular, should see better performance.

Connections have also been added for several weapons. The Karakuri Katana now connects to Nature’s Flashblade and Blade of Nature’s Splendor 5. The Nodachi connects to Nature’s Twinedge and Nodachi of Nature’s Splendor 5, while the Bow connects to Nature’s Piercing and Bow of Nature’s Splendor 5. Check out the full patch notes below for more details.

Other features include a confirmation window when beginning co-op, asking if a player wants to join a session where the host has made more story progress. There are also fixes for problems like the first hit of the Karakuri Katana’s “Unbound: Iai Sunder Slash” not hitting if the frame rate is 30 FPS. It could also occur on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S if “Prioritize Performance” was selected for the graphics.

WILD HEARTS is available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. Check out our review here. New Kemono and Karakuri are coming in April, so stay tuned for more updates.

WILD HEARTS Patch – March 27, 2023

Improvements, Other Adjustments

• Improved CPU performance, especially for AMD processors.

Added connections for reinforcement between the following combinations of weapons.

Karakuri Katana

• Nature’s Flashblade and Blade of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Blade: Kemonobane and Wrack Blade: Rashōmon

Nodachi

• Nature’s Twinedge and Nodachi of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Nodachi: Kemono Carver and Wrack Nodachi: Rashōmon

Bow

• Nature’s Piercing and Bow of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Bow: Kemono Hunter and Wrack Bow: Rashōmon

Bladed Wagasa

• Nature’s Twists and Bladed Wagasa of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Bladed Wagasa: Kemono’s End and Wrack Bladed Wagasa: Rashōmon

Maul

• Nature’s Gravity and Maul of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Maul: Kemono’s Doom and Wrack Maul: Rashōmon

Karakuri Staff

• Nature’s Seasons and Nature’s Splendor Karakuri Staff 5
• Apex Karakuri Staff: Kemono Chaos and Agate Karakuri Staff 2

Hand Cannon

• Nature’s Might and Cannon of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Cannon: Kemono’s Oblivion and Wrack Cannon: Rashōmon

Claw Blade

• Nature’s Talon and Claw of Nature’s Splendor 5
• Apex Claw: Kemono’s Curse and Wrack Claw: Rashōmon

Added a confirmation window at the start of online co-op that asks whether the player wants to join the session or not when the host is further along in the story than they are.

Fixes

• Fixed an issue in which the mutation level of the karakuri staff could be increased beyond the limit displayed.
• [PC] Fixed an issue in which the first attack of “Unbound: Iai Sunder Slash” with karakuri katana would not hit when the FPS limit was set to 30.
• [PS5/Xbox X|S] Fixed an issue in which the first attack of “Unbound: Iai Sunder Slash” with karakuri katana would not hit when Graphical Priority was set to Prioritize Performance.
• Fixed an issue where giant kemono would continuously move in a single direction during online co-op.
• Fixed an issue where dragon karakuri would disappear after moving to another hunting ground if they were hit by the maul’s “Power Smash” or by specific kemono attacks.
• Fixed an issue where chain trap would sometimes not activate when the player experienced a drop in frame rate.
• Fixed an issue where Amaterasu would stop moving when players joined as guests in the “Hunting Song – Rising Glissando” and “Hunting Encore – Auspice of Minato” quests.
• Fixed an issue where sometimes after progressing Minato requests during online co-op, the subsequent Minato request would not appear.
• Fixed an issue during online co-op where exiting a session just before death could change one’s story progression.
• Fixed an issue where the story objective “Hunt the kemono causing the fire” would occasionally not reflect the correct progress.
• Fixed an issue that could cause the game to crash when loading into Minato.
• Fixed an issue where sound would not play on certain sound cards.
• Fixed an issue where small kemono spawned in greater numbers than intended.
• Fixed and improved other miscellaneous issues.

In 2019, Riot Games announced Project L, a free-to-play fighting game that will see League of Legends characters duking it out against one another, though details on the title have been few and far between since then. With Evo 2023 coming up soon, fans of the genre are expecting new details on several upcoming fighters to be shared by developers and publishers- but it seems Project L won’t be among them.

As spotted over on Reddit, Project L’s senior director and executive producer Tom Cannon recently confirmed on Discord that the fighter won’t be getting any updates at Evo. That said, more details on the game are still going to be shared later in the year, though there’s no word yet on exactly when that will happen.

Interestingly, Cannon also went on to confirm that Project L is still “very much” a work-in-progress, before adding that it was unveiled as early as it was (which is much earlier than fighting games usually get unveiled) “because we really value the feedback we’re getting from each update”.

In December, Riot shared a new development diary on Project L that covered the game’s core gameplay and tag mechanics.

Meanwhile, fans of fighting games still have plenty to look forward to over the course of the coming months, thanks to the likes of Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Mortal Kombat 12, Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, and more.

Resident Evil 4 Remake was, of course, the biggest new game launch last week, and in the latest weekly charts for physical sales in the UK (via GamesIndustry), it has debuted in pole position. It’s the series’ 8th biggest physical launch in the region to date, and outsold the original RE4’s 2005 GameCube launch by 29%. Out of Capcom’s three recent Resident Evil remakes, it is the only one to have outsold the game it’s based on at launch. 

That said, its launch sales are lower than several recent Resident Evil games. Though they’re 38% higher than the launch sales of 2020’s Resident Evil 3 remake, they’re also 38% lower than 2019’s Resident Evil 2 remake and 23% lower than Resident Evil Village. It’s worth noting, however, that this data does not include digital sales, which is an area where the game seems to be outperforming all other Resident Evil titles.

Interestingly, Resident Evil 4’s physical UK launch is also 250% bigger than that of fellow survival horror remake Dead Space, which launched in January. 73% of these sales came on the PS5, 13% on the PS4, and 14% on the Xbox Series X.

Meanwhile, WWE 2K23, which debuted on top of the charts last week, has fallen to fourth place. You can check out the full top 10 for the week ending March 25 below.

Developer InGame Studios has released a launch trailer for Crime Boss: Rockay City. The trailer doesn’t really show off much gameplay aside from a few action set pieces, instead focusing on the game’s star-studded cast.

As the trailer points out, Crime Boss: Rockay City features Michael Madsen, Kim Basinger, Danny Glover, Danny Trejo, Damion Poitier, Vanilla Ice, Michael Rooker, and Chuck Norris.

The last trailer for Crime Boss: Rockay City focused on the game’s various modes, including campaign, quick-play, and co-op.

Crime Boss: Rockay City is a co-op-focused shooter that has players go around committing crimes to eventually become the titular crime boss. Gameplay primarily revolves around a little bit of stealth, and a lot of gunning down of your enemies.

Crime Boss: Rockay City is out today on PC through the Epic Games Store. The game is slated to stay exclusive to the Epic Games Store until at least June 2024. Console players, however, will only have to wait until June to get their hands on the game.

Retired BioWare veteran Mark Darrah is returning to the studio to help with development on Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. According to VentureBeat, Darrah is working with the studio as a consultant, and EA is also bringing in the Mass Effect team to help in development.

Darrah had originally retired from BioWare back in February 2021, and has previously worked as a lead programmer on the Baldur’s Gate games. Darrah also has other credits under his belt, including as director of Sonic Chronicles, and as executive producer of the Dragon Age series.

The team working on the next Mass Effect is reportedly able to help out on development with Dragon Age: Dreadwolf because the next Mass Effect game is currently still in its pre-production phase.

“Our studio is focused on creating the best Dragon Age: Dreadwolf while the core Mass Effect team continues their pre-production work,” said BioWare general manager Gary McKay to VentureBeat. “We continue to iterate and polish Dreadwolf, focusing on the things that matter most to our fans. As we further connect this new experience with the series’ legacy Mark Darrah will join the team as a consultant, bringing with him years of experience working on Dragon Age. We’re proud to have this team, with strong leadership at the helm, working together to realize the vision we have for the game.”

EA has also revealed that Dragon Age: Dreadwolf has been in its post-production stages since September. The team currently has the ability to do complete playthroughs of the upcoming RPG, allowing developers to hone in on individual issues the game might have and need fixing.

Dragon Age: Dreadwolf has been in development for quite a while. BioWare recently explained the game’s skill trees, progression, and customisation options in a blog post.

Developer Relic has announced the first major update for World War 2-based real-time strategy game Company of Heroes 3. The update, titled Operation Sapphire Jackal, will available for free later today.

The biggest core feature of Operation Sapphire Jackal is the addition of weekly and daily challenges for players to complete. The update also brings in-game cosmetics to the game.

The new challenges added to the game can be completed through either solo multiplayer matches or in co-op. The challenges aren’t particularly complicated; for example, players will be tasked with destroying 50 vehicles with anti-tank guns, or getting a certain number of veteran ranks for specific infantry.

The new cosmetics added to the game are a blend of free and premium, the latter of which can also be purchased using real money. The free cosmetics can be earned by players in the course of normal play. With cosmetics, players can customise the look of their various units for single-player and multiplayer battles.

Square Enix has announced that the Stormblood expansion for Final Fantasy 14 is is free to grab for owners of the Final Fantasy 14 Starter Edition. The expansion will be free to pick up until May 8, and is available on PC, PS4, and PS5. Those who pick up the expansion will not lose it one the promotion ends.

It is worth noting that the offer isn’t available to those playing on a Final Fantasy 14 trial account. Players hoping to grab the expansion for free will have to purchase the Final Fantasy 14 Starter Edition, which includes the base game, and the Heavensward expansion.

Final Fantasy 14: Stormblood is the follow up to the critically-acclaimed Heavensward expansion. Its story focuses on the rebellion against the Garlean Empire in the regions of Ala Mhigo and Doma.

With the story focusing primarily on freedom fighters, Final Fantasy 14: Stormblood introduces a host of new characters and plot thread that would go on to be followed up on in the most recent Final Fantasy 14 expansion Endwalker.

After its 60 FPS patch for Xbox Series X/S and PS5, Ubisoft’s Far Cry 5 has hit a new milestone with over 30 million players.

Of course, it’s worth noting that the open-world first-person shooter is available on PlayStation Plus Extra and Game Pass. A free weekend also took place from March 23rd to 27th, so plenty of current-gen players probably checked it out. The milestone doesn’t necessarily translate to the same number of sales, but it’s still worth celebrating.

Far Cry 5 was released in March 2018 for Xbox One, PS4 and PC. It was the franchise’s fastest-selling game, with launch sales crossing $310 million. Check out our review for more details.

As for the future, Ubisoft is rumored to be working on two new Far Cry titles – a single-player-focused Far Cry 7 and a multiplayer-only title codenamed Project Maverick. The latter is reportedly an exaction shooter set in Alaska. Both are reportedly targeting Fall 2025 for release, so it’ll be a while before we learn more.

Over 30 million players have joined the fight against Joseph Seed's cult since the release of #FarCry5, 5 years ago.

Thank you for taking this journey with us.

We're glad you're enjoying the #FarCry5Anniversary celebration and the new 60 FPS patch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. pic.twitter.com/i9wDvOeyTW

— Far Cry 5 (@FarCrygame) March 27, 2023

Nintendo and Xbox have already backed out of E3 2023, which is taking place in Los Angeles this June. It’s now the turn of Ubisoft that won’t attend, despite earlier confirming its presence. In a statement to VGC, it decided to “move in a different direction” and will host a Ubisoft Forward Live event on June 12th in LA.

“E3 has fostered unforgettable moments across the industry throughout the years. While we initially intended to have an official E3 presence, we’ve made the subsequent decision to move in a different direction and will be holding a Ubisoft Forward Live event on June 12th in Los Angeles. We look forward to sharing more details with our players very soon.”

Organizer ReedPop, which is in charge of organizing the show this year over the Entertainment Software Associated, has yet to comment on this turn of events.

Ubisoft previously promised a “strong lineup” for E3 2023, but following rumors of delays for Assassin’s Creed Mirage and The Crew: Motorfest, it remains to be seen if plans changed. As such, Mirage should get a gameplay reveal along with Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (which may also get a release window). Who knows? Skull and Bones could also appear to announce another release date before its next inevitable delay. Stay tuned for more details in the meantime.

After delays to high-profile titles like Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Skull and Bones, it seems Ubisoft is pushing back two more major releases. Dataminer @ScriptLeaksR6 on Twitter, who leaked the initial artwork for Assassin’s Creed Mirage (and more recently screenshots for Avatar), says it’s “likely delayed” along with The Crew: Motorfest.

There will apparently be more information at the next Ubisoft Forward (whenever it happens). While the new release window for Motorfest is unknown, the dataminer said that Mirage could release between Q4 2023 to Q2 2024. Furthermore, the latter is running on an “old” Assassin’s Creed engine, which they believe is based on a 2019 version of the same.

If true, this is all rough news for Ubisoft, which is reportedly expecting Assassin’s Creed Mirage to perform well. It was rumored to release in August 2023, and at this rate, it could launch as late as June 2024. Stay tuned for more updates on it and The Crew: Motorfest.

Mirage + Orlando -> Likely Delayed

Mirage still runs on "old" Assassin’s Creed engine.

— Script (@ScriptLeaksR6) March 27, 2023

repost because made a mistake, afop seems like it’s remaining on snowdrop

— Script (@ScriptLeaksR6) March 27, 2023

more info to be revealed at ubisoft forward

— Script (@ScriptLeaksR6) March 27, 2023

Q4 2023 – Q2 2024

— Script (@ScriptLeaksR6) March 27, 2023

yes, i believe it’s still based on a 2019 version of the engine

— Script (@ScriptLeaksR6) March 27, 2023

Player First Games’ MultiVersus is ending its open beta on June 25th. In a new blog post, studio co-founder and CEO Tony Huynh revealed the platform fighter is targeting an early 2024 launch. The open beta will be removed from sale starting on April 4th. Gleamium is also being removed from purchasing on the same day.

“Throughout our Open Beta, we’ve been working hard to build the best gameplay experience, and we appreciate all of the inspiration you’ve given us. Our Open Beta has been an important learning opportunity for us and a stepping stone to the next phase of MultiVersus.

“We know there’s still a lot of work to do. As a result, we have a clearer view of what we need to focus on, specifically the content cadence of new characters, maps and modes to give you more ways to enjoy the game, along with updated netcode and more matchmaking improvements. We’ll also be reworking the progression system based on your feedback and looking at new ways for you to connect with your friends in the game.”

Along with pausing updates, the beta will be taken offline, meaning all online modes and features won’t be accessible. The Lab is still available for training purposes offline, and your characters and cosmetics are still usable in local matches. While Huynh acknowledged the disappointing nature of the news, he assured players that “MultiVersus will be back.”

All progress and content will also carry over into the full launch, with a “variety of new content, features and modes” planned for the latter. The Season 2 Battle Pass will end on June 25th, with daily missions available the same day. However, Weekly Seasonal Milestones won’t refresh after March 31st.

The same refund policies are still in effect, so players shouldn’t expect any due to the open beta’s end. Stay tuned for more details on the full game closer to launch.

PlatinumGames’ Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon was released for Nintendo Switch roughly ten days ago. Despite focusing on puzzle-solving and exploration, it’s done quite well with critics. A new trailer is available that highlights the praise. Check it out below.

As a prequel to the mainline series, the story sees Cereza venturing into Avalon Forest to search for her mother. She encounters Cheshire, the titular lost demon, and the two team up. Both characters are controlled simultaneously, with Cheshire attacking in combat and Cereza using spells to slow enemies.

In true Bayonetta fashion, optional challenges for combat and platforming are available, awarding stat upgrades and opening up new areas. Head here for more details on the exploration and different upgrades each character can use. A free demo is available for Nintendo Switch, with progress transferring to the full game. PlatinumGames hasn’t discussed what’s next, but Hideki Kamiya wants to keep making more Bayonetta games.

Nintendo has announced a gameplay showcase for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for March 28th at 7 AM PT/10 AM ET on YouTube. It will feature series producer Eiji Aonuma and run for roughly 10 minutes. The image of Aonuma with a controller nearby seems to indicate he’ll be playing whatever is showcased.

Announced at E3 2019, Tears of the Kingdom is the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and features floating islands, new enemies, new abilities for Link to use, and even vehicles that he can create and ride. There’s a lot unknown, but Aonuma said it would have “new gameplay that will bring about changes to the game world.” Players will explore the world in an “unknown” state, which we’ll hopefully learn more about tomorrow.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launches on May 12th for Nintendo Switch. It will cost $70, Nintendo’s first title to adopt this price tag, though Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser says it “reflects the type of experience fans can expect.” It’s also the largest Switch title with its 18.2 GB file size. Stay tuned for more details when the showcase airs.

Join The Legend of #Zelda series producer, Eiji Aonuma, for roughly 10 minutes of gameplay from The Legend of Zelda: #TearsOfTheKingdom on 3/28 at 7:00 a.m. PT on our YouTube channel.

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— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) March 27, 2023

Bungie has confirmed that Raid Master Mode is coming to Destiny 2 tomorrow, with challenges rotating weekly. The latter adds a hidden objective for one encounter weekly that grants additional loot. While this translates to double drops on Normal difficulty, Master Mode players will receive an Adept raid weapon.

Of course, you can also earn armor with a stat focus that rotates weekly on Master Mode, so it’s worth checking out. Adept weapons from Master Root of Nightmares can be enhanced, but that won’t be available until a patch arrives mid-season. In the meantime, hang onto the decent rolls since they’ll support enhancement.

Bungie also addressed the difficulty surrounding Nezarec, the final boss of Root of Nightmares. “Sometimes, Nezarec doesn’t always respond to players when they are standing in a Well of Radiance. In a future update, we will be updating this behavior, which should make Nezarec feel more like the Final God of Pain.

“While it is our philosophy to avoid making dramatic tuning changes to an activity once it is live, we feel it better to address the responsiveness of the boss and accept that it may alter current strategies and increased the level of challenge.” An issue that caused the jump pads in the raid to accidentally kill players playing at high frame rates is also being investigated.

Destiny 2: Lightfall is available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5 and PC. Check out our review here.

Resident Evil 4 Remake will get its first major post-launch content update on April 7th with The Mercenaries. Capcom hasn’t revealed much about the mode, but dataminers, particularly @biohazardoctor on Twitter, have reportedly discovered renders of the available characters. Spoilers may follow, so if you want to be surprised, turn back now.

There will be two versions of Leon S. Kennedy – regular and Mafia outfit – and Ada Wong – default and a variant wearing a dress. Albert Wesker is also present, along with Jack Krauser and HUNK. Fans will note that this roster is also available in the original game.

However, there seems to be a new addition: Luis Serra. That’s right – Leon’s ally, who easily over-shadowed the hero in the campaign, could finally be playable.

Take this with some grain of salt, at least an official confirmation from Capcom, and stay tuned for more updates. Resident Evil 4 Remake is available for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC and PS4. Along with The Mercenaries, it’s getting a free VR mode for PlayStation VR2. Separate Ways, the side campaign focused on Ada Wong, is rumored to be an extensive paid DLC coming this year, with dataminers discovering references in the files. Head here for more details.

🚨 MERCENARIES

Também foram encontrados Renders dos Personagens do modo "Mercenaries" entre eles temos

-Ada Wong (2 Trajes)
-Albert Wesker
-Leon S Kennedy (2 Trajes)
-Luis Serra
-Jack Krauser
-Hunk pic.twitter.com/mEpl3W7PUg

— REdoctor – RE:4 Spoilers (@biohazarddoctor) March 24, 2023

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— REdoctor – RE:4 Spoilers (@biohazarddoctor) March 24, 2023

Render do Jack Krauser que não saiu no Tweet anterior. pic.twitter.com/tFQxRLDFNv

— REdoctor – RE:4 Spoilers (@biohazarddoctor) March 24, 2023

Mundfish’s Atomic Heart is a pretty sizable game, but thankfully, it’s Achievements/Trophies aren’t too difficult to unlock. You’ll receive the usual for defeating bosses and completing the story, but the trickiest Achievements/Trophies require some craftiness. Let’s look at how to unlock all of them.

How to Unlock All Trophies and Achievements

Strike

Awarded for having Hedgie, one of the bosses, destroy all five statues in the arena. You can’t shoot at it during this time, and once the first statue is destroyed, you must wait for the others to be activated. Repeat this process, and the Trophy/Achievement should be yours. It’s missable, so reload from the last save data if you accidentally fire at Hedgie before the statues are destroyed.

Make It Go Round

Unlocked after defeating Hedgie.

Chop Chop Chop

Earned by killing Belyash, another boss, with a melee weapon. You can’t use guns or abilities, so equip your strongest melee weapon and go to town. Again, this is missable, so if you don’t get it, reload the save data and try again.

Medium Rare

Unlocked after defeating Belyash.

Plyusch Rush

Unlocked after defeating Plyusch.

Show’s Over

Unlocked after defeating Natasha.

Dew Point

Unlocked after defeating Dewdrop

Murderous Beauty

Unlocked after defeating the Twins. You need to choose to confront Sechenov before the climax instead of leaving Facility 3826.

Happy Polymerization Day!

This Trophy/Achievement is pretty easy to get. All you have to do is meet the Twins and fly out of Chelomey. It’s all part of the story, so follow the objective markers.

Pistils and Stamens

Escape Vavilov, which is unlocked as part of the story.

Tickets, Please!

After you successfully take the train at Lesnaya Maglev station, this Trophy/Achievement becomes unlocked.

Quite an Achievement

Unlocked after progressing through the VDNH complex.

Curtain

Finish a performance in the theater to get this Trophy/Achievement.

Medical Checkup

Unlocked after going to the hospital.

Freedom Reflex

Upon exploring Pavlov, this Trophy/Achievement is unlocked.

Kommunism 2.0

Unlocked after discovering the AoC’s secret.

Atomic Heart

Unlocked by completing the game in Hardcore Mode.

Artisan

Unlocked by creating a weapon in the crafting machine.

Weapon Master

After creating five types of weapons, this Achievement/Trophy will unlock.

Lord of War

Collect all weapons in the game to receive this. You can check our guide here for their locations.

Chemist

Unlocked by crafting every single type of consumable.

Polymerization

Collect 100 Jelly to unlock this Achievement/Trophy.

The Great Inventor

Upgrade a single weapon to its max level. You can learn how to upgrade weapons by reading our guide here.

Lefthand Mastery

Unlock all upgrades in a single skill tree to receive this. Read our guide on skills over here.

How Can I Help You?

When in Chelomey, use a phone booth. It’s missable if you don’t explore enough, so keep that in mind.

The Necromancer

Speak to all of the dead people to unlock this.

Burning Ears

Locate all the Chirpers.

More Than Profit

Locate all of the Lootyagins. Check out our guide here for more details.

Explorer

Find a Testing Ground to unlock this Trophy/Achievement.

Clean-up

Find and complete all of the Testing Grounds. Check out our guide here for its location.

Scanner

Unlocked by scanning all the enemies. Press R1/RB on consoles, then hold it down to scan. Left Alt does the same thing on PC.

Avatar

A reference to Avatar: The Last Airbender, this Trophy/Achievement requires killing ten burning enemies, ten electrified enemies and ten frozen enemies. Use the requisite weapons and abilities, and it should be easy to complete.

Hothead

Get 25 headshots while aiming with the Makarov pistol.

Below Zero

Unlocked by freezing a Vova in mid-air. The best way to do this is to wait until it does a dropkick.

Assimilation Procedure Interrupted

While exploring the Vavilov Complex’s Pesticide Lab, follow a flying sprout and kill it before it mutates a corpse.

Bull’s Eye!

Take down an Owl by throwing an object with Telekinesis.

Triple Penetration

Kill three or more enemies with only one shot from the Railgun. Check out our guide here to find the blueprint of the Railgun.

Hands on the Hood

Unlocked by hitting 20 enemies with a car.

Atomic Heart is available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, and PC. Check out our official review here.