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Dragon Age: The Veilguard won’t require the EA app on PC After ages of Bioware RPGs requiring the official EA App in some capacity, the studio has revealed the upcoming Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be a Steam game first and foremost. On Twitter, the announcement explains that Veilguard will be Steam native, meaning it won't require EA's launcher at all. The game will also be Steam Deck verified right out of the gate. https://twitter.com/dragonage/status/1816511768044163410 Regardless of your thoughts on either launcher, EA's simply isn't Steam — the storefront most people use for games — and thus just isn't as practical to use. Perhaps just as important as getting to play the next big Bioware game without touching EA's meddling middleware is how this move signals EA's possible willingness to make things easier going forward. Perhaps it was a tough decision for EA to make, but it's one that the gaming community at large is already celebrating. https://twitter.com/banalnadas/status/1816516805877522771 The past few years have been immensely tough for the series and BioWare. The troubled development of Dragon Age's tentative fourth installment survived the departure of various developers , and we don't know how much of the Veilguard we're getting was part of the plan when the game was still called Dreadwolf. Luckily, this news, along with the recent unveiling of the game's stellar voice cast , seems to show Bioware and EA's determination to bring the franchise back to its glory days. Dragon Age: The Veilguard still has no release date, but Bioware is aiming for a launch in Fall 2024. The post Dragon Age: The Veilguard won’t require the EA app on PC appeared first on Destructoid .

Steam Archives – DestructoidJul 26

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Can Be Played on Steam Deck BioWare announced that it will be easier for people to play Dragon Age: The Veilguard at launch, as the game will run natively on Steam and support the Steam Deck. The official Steam product page also updated to show it is fully Steam Deck compatible. The official reveal noted that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be “all-in on” when it comes to being compatible with Steam. However, the product page doesn’t completely reflect that yet. For example, it doesn’t note support for Steam Achievements cloud saves, or other features just yet. The page also doesn’t note any EA App requirement, just as BioWare promised. However, it does confirm a third party EULA will be in effect. This is the second major announcement tied to Dragon Age: The Veilguard in July 2024. BioWare recently revealed the game’s voice actors ahead of SDCC 2024. That reveal only covered some of the major cast members and companions we’ll encounter, as well as different avatar voice options for our protagonist. This came after the June 2024 Xbox Games Showcase reveal noting the game would launch in Fall 2024. Dragon Age: The Veilguard will come to the Xbox Series X and PC in Fall 2024. The post Dragon Age: The Veilguard Can Be Played on Steam Deck appeared first on Siliconera .

SiliconeraJul 25

The Switch Version of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ Is the One to Play Finally, the Switch release of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ might give the game its moment again! Almost 10 years after its original release, Aksys picked up the Switch version to release it worldwide. Considering how interesting it can be and all of the other elements making this particular release so valuable, I can’t help but hope it leads to more people giving it a chance. Something isn’t right in Tokyo. Kou doesn’t initially realize it. He’s going to school and working part-time jobs as usual. But when he sees his classmate Asuka harassed when he’s leaving work at night, he gets drawn into assisting in fighting back against the Eclipse phenomenon. Using Soul Devices and eventually fighting alongside classmates who find themselves also able to fight back against the Greed monsters threatening innocent people. Yes, it is Persona -like, while still combining the Ys sort of action-RPG elements while in labyrinths. Now, right away, you’re probably wondering why you should even head into the Switch version of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ . After all, Aksys’ release is the fourth version of the game to appear worldwide. However, there are a number of reasons to give it a chance again. Enough so that I think it’s worth playing now more than ever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c3r8kU7sr8&ab_channel=AksysGamesOfficial The big one, and the thing I love most about heading into Tokyo Xanadu eX+ again, is that this is the best portable version of the game. The Vita version is difficult to come by now, and it’s only the standard release that didn’t add the extra scenarios, bosses, and content in any of the eX+ releases. (All of that is perfectly implemented in such a way that if you are new to the game, you won’t realize it wasn’t originally a part of the experience.) If you have the Steam version, you could hypothetically play it on a Steam Deck. However, it isn’t fully supported. It’s only classified as “ Playable ” there. So the Switch release is completely ready to go and perfectly suited for the system. Aside from the definitive version of the game now being on the Switch, the other highlight for the Aksys release of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ is a fresh localization. It reads wonderfully. Everything is clear, concise, and perfectly gets the point across. Back in the day, I covered the Vita and PS4 releases. I remember enjoying them! It’s been a long time since I played, so I can’t 1:1 cite changes. But the new take is substantial enough that I could just tell as I went through it that it was handled a bit better. Screenshot by Siliconera There’s also the matter of this Tokyo Xanadu eX+ Switch release being the perfect preparation possibility. In March 2024, Nihon Falcom announced the Tokyo Xanadu 10th anniversary project. While it is going to be a new and original thing, playing the first game in this branch is invaluable. It gives you an idea of what to expect. You can see what sorts of encounters and gameplay you might experience. Also, who knows what sort of threads or Easter eggs could carry over. It’s invaluable. I’m so glad the Switch version of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ is here, as this is such a fun action-RPG. I always felt like it ended up being a bit overshadowed, due to the fact that it does feature some similarities to the Persona series and Nihon Falcom’s Trails line exploding in popularity. The combat is solid in dungeons. Its take on a modern adventure set in the real world is strong. The eX+ additions do feel valuable. Not to mention, the twist that comes up is good! It’s a JRPG worth playing. Tokyo Xanadu eX+ is available on the Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4, and PC. The original game appeared on the Vita. The post The Switch Version of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ Is the One to Play appeared first on Siliconera .

SiliconeraJul 25

All available platforms for Sony’s Concord game The upcoming FPS hero game Concord went into Open Beta recently, giving you the chance to check it out before it's released. If you're not familiar with it, like a lot of shooters these days, the game allows you to team up with friends for "thrilling 5v5 PVP modes across the galaxy." Developed by Firewalk Studios, a division of PlayStation Studios, Concord is scheduled to release proper on August 23. Given its association with the Sony console, it's pretty much going to be a PS5 exclusive, but what other platforms is Concord going to be available on? https://twitter.com/FirewalkStudios/status/1814390546942791879 Well, we also know it's coming to Steam and Epic Games Store , where you can pre-order it now. In fact, it being cross-play between PC and PlayStation 5 seems to be one of its major selling points. As far as other systems go, it seems as though Xbox or Nintendo won't get a shot here, Concord is available on PC and PS5 only at this time. Concord on Steam Deck, when? Release date and compatibility As it's compatible with PC, it's only natural to wonder whether Concord will also work on Valve's mobile device, the Steam Deck. If you have one on hand and are playing the Open Beta of the game, I suppose there's no harm in trying it out. You never know. Well, except that Sony specifically says it won't run on the device. According to the PlayStation support page , the game is "not playable on Steam Deck," adding that this is because "Windows is required to access PlayStation Network features." Go figure. Now, whether there will eventually be a way to make it compatible with the Deck remains to be seen. We are, after all, only in the beta version of the game. Concord has yet to officially launch. However, given what we've been told about accessing the PSN – and that the Steam Deck's operating system is Linux-based rather than Windows – it's unlikely you'll be able to play this one on the go. The post All available platforms for Sony’s Concord game appeared first on Destructoid .

Steam Archives – DestructoidJul 25

Timeline Tuesday: Apocalypse GamillaA Genesis: BoC Decktech Series Genesis deckbuilding can get a little math-y with balancing chi values, aura pools, and having no card limit, so I’m here to help breakdown some fun archetypes you can expand on or rip apart and completely remake with your own ideas! We’re gonna take a card and build an entire … The post Timeline Tuesday: Apocalypse Gamilla appeared first on BrutalGamer .

BrutalGamerJul 23

Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Hidden Trials Pre-Release Kit Dated Square Enix will release the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Hidden Trials Pre-Release Kit with booster packs of the new cards on July 26, 2024. The $45.99 set gives people a chance to start building decks with and using the cards ahead of the August 2, 2024 release. The bundle basically gives people access to a number of opportunities to start putting together a deck with the new cards. There are nine booster packs, each with 12 cards inside. You also get the FFXV Lunafreya promo card. So that’s 109 cards total. You also get one sleeve pack for the expansion. Square Enix already confirmed Hidden Trials will have 130 normal cards and 162 Premium Foil ones in this set. Ahead of the expansion’s release, Square Enix shared some of the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Hidden Trials cards via various means. For example, the product listing for the Pre-Release Kit shows how the Lunafreya card looks, and the initial announcement showed ones for Lightning from FFXIII and Kuja from FFIX . However, while the Lunafreya card notes its stats and abilities, the Lightning and Kuja ones don't offer additional information on them. An official “sneak peak” in June 2024 showed matching Palom and Porom FFIV cards, as well as an Asura one. There will also be a FFVII Vincent card drawn by Gen Kobayashi. Here’s how those seven Final Fantasy Trading Card Game cards will look: Lunafreya Lightning Kuja Vincent Palom Porom Asura Images via Square Enix TCGTacos showed off the new FFXIII-2 Serah card. https://twitter.com/TacosTcg/status/1812635552933404856 There’s also going to be a FFXII: Revenant Wings card in this expansion, which Forwards of Light shared online: https://twitter.com/forwardsoflight/status/1812272557837685137 Emotempest shared a FFXV Gladiolus card that taps into the Dissidia Final Fantasy Opera Omnia art style. https://twitter.com/emotempest/status/1809373931842760793 Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Hidden Trials Pre-Release Kit launches on July 26, 2024, and the full set is expected to debut on August 2, 2024. The post Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Hidden Trials Pre-Release Kit Dated appeared first on Siliconera .

SiliconeraJul 18

Timeline Tuesday: Proteus Big StuffA Genesis: BoC Decktech Series Genesis deckbuilding can get a little math-y with balancing chi values, aura pools, and having no card limit, so I’m here to help breakdown some fun archetypes you can expand on or rip apart and completely remake with your own ideas! We’re gonna take a card and build an entire … The post Timeline Tuesday: Proteus Big Stuff appeared first on BrutalGamer .

BrutalGamerJul 16

How to Get Xiphos’ Moonlight in Genshin Impact In Genshin Impact , Xiphos’ Moonlight is a fantastic Sword for characters who rely on Elemental Reactions. It’s also fairly easy to get, making it fantastic for players who don’t necessarily want to spend too much real-world money or precious Primogems on the weapon banner. Where is Xiphos' Moonlight in Genshin Impact ? Xiphos’ Moonlight is a 4-star Weapon that you can get from the Epitome Invocation banners. It usually appears on rate-up whenever Key of Khaj-Nisut (Nilou’s signature weapon) is around, meaning that it will be available on the Phase I Version 4.8 banner too. This is, as of the time of writing, the only method to get Xiphos’ Moonlight in Genshin Impact . Is Xiphos’ Moonlight worth it? Yes! Yes, Xiphos’ Moonlight works very well with a wide number of useful Sword users. You can even give it to a 5-star character if you don’t have their signature weapon and it can serve as one of their better alternatives. The following effect is for R1: Jinni’s Whisper The following effect will trigger every 10s: The equipping character will gain 0.036% Energy Recharge for each point of Elemental Mastery they possess for 12s, with nearby party members gaining 30% of this buff for the same duration. Multiple instances of this weapon can allow this buff to stack. This effect will still trigger even if the character is not on the field. It also has Elemental Mastery as its main stat. This makes the weapon a very good one to use in team compositions that rely heavily on Elemental Mastery or Elemental Reactions. It provides both Elemental Mastery and Energy Recharge in one weapon, meaning you don’t have to worry as much when farming Artifacts for your character. Because the effect can stack and there’s a high chance that you’ll get multiple copies of Xiphos’ Moonlight due to its 4-star status, you could potentially deck out multiple characters with the weapon instead of immediately throwing them into Weapon Refinement or using them as experience fodder. Who should use Xiphos’ Moonlight Anyone who needs high Elemental Mastery can make use of Xiphos’ Moonlight. This includes: Alhaitham Kazuha Lynette Nilou Shinobu Xingqiu Depending on your build, you could also give it to characters like Ayaka, Jean, and Layla. Genshin Impact is readily available on the PS4, PS5, Windows PC, and mobile devices. The post How to Get Xiphos’ Moonlight in Genshin Impact appeared first on Siliconera .

SiliconeraJul 16

Ultraman TCG to Come Out in 15 Different Countries A TCG based on Ultraman , appropriately named Ultraman Card Game , will come out on October 25, 2024. For the first time in TCG history, it’ll have a simultaneous release in 15 different countries and regions, as well as in four different languages. [Thanks, Famitsu !] Like most trading card games, the Ultraman Card Game is suitable for both children and adults. Aside from using it to play against other people, you can also just collect the cards. So far, there isn’t a lot of information on the game. However, Tsuburaya Production is already planning to have global tournaments in 2025 and 2026. Play tests will appear around the world some time in July 2024, with participants receiving a free deck. The YouTube channel for the game will also give a demonstration on how to play it. The four languages that you’ll be able to play the TCG in are English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. A sample card showing the different languages is Ultraman Zero: Plasma Spark Slash. The effect reads that you can give a Zero card 2000 BP for one turn. It’s likely that the cards will be divided based on the different Ultramen in the series in a way that’s similar to how Union Arena TCG divides the different cards based on home series. The Ultraman Card Game TCG will come out on October 25, 2024. The post Ultraman TCG to Come Out in 15 Different Countries appeared first on Siliconera .

SiliconeraJul 11

Genesis: Battle of Champions Kickstarter: Everything So FarThe last stream of June, Edge of Exile Entertainment left us with a bombshell announcement: a new Kickstarter. In spite of some misgivings over the previous Genesis Kickstarter, their approach at least deserves attention. Kickstart my deck July 1st, they released a new promotional video with more details regarding the Kickstarter (including hard numbers on … The post Genesis: Battle of Champions Kickstarter: Everything So Far appeared first on BrutalGamer .

BrutalGamerJul 4