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gaming1 year ago

Borderlands 4 Unveils Seamless World, New Horde, and Divisive Vault Hunters

Borderlands 4, set to release in 2025 for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC, promises a seamless and expansive world, marking a significant evolution from its predecessors. The game introduces new movement mechanics, including a grappling hook, enhancing player exploration and combat. Gearbox Software emphasizes that while the game is not "open world" in the traditional sense, it offers a vast, interconnected environment without load times, aiming to redefine the franchise's gameplay experience.

via GameSpot|
#borderlands4#gamemechanics#gaming
gaming1 year ago

Palworld Revamps Summoning Amid Legal Clash with Nintendo

Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld, has altered the game's Pokémon-like summoning mechanic following a patent infringement lawsuit from Nintendo and The Pokémon Company. The update now summons 'player-owned Pals' near the player instead of using Pal Spheres to summon them at specific map locations. This change is believed to be related to the ongoing legal battle, which targets three patents, including gameplay mechanics. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are seeking an injunction and damages totaling 10 million yen.

via Nintendo Life|
#gamemechanics#gaming#lawsuit
gaming1 year ago

Marvel Rivals' Jeff the Land Shark: Adorable Instakill Sensation

Marvel Rivals' new character, Jeff the Land Shark, has quickly become both the most loved and hated character in the game. Despite his cute appearance, Jeff's ultimate ability allows him to devour and control both allies and enemies, leading to chaotic gameplay moments. This has sparked a mix of adoration and frustration among players, with many expressing their feelings through social media. Jeff's unique mechanics and the ability to turn the tide of battle have made him a controversial figure in the gaming community.

via Dexerto|
#characterbalance#gamemechanics#gaming
gaming1 year ago

Claw Machine Game Inspired by Slay The Spire Captivates Players

Dungeon Clawler, a game that combines the roguelite format of Slay the Spire with a claw machine mechanic, proves to be surprisingly engaging. Players use a claw to grab weapons and power-ups to battle enemies, with various innovative twists like sticky honey and dissolving water adding complexity. Despite some balancing issues with overpowered enemies, the game offers a rewarding experience with its unique mechanics and physics, making it a compelling play even in its Early Access stage.

via Kotaku|
#dungeonclawler#gamemechanics#gaming
gaming1 year ago

Essential Guide to Weapons in STALKER 2: Finding, Repairing, and Mastering

In S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, maintaining your weapons is crucial for survival in the harsh post-apocalyptic environment. Weapons frequently degrade, leading to jams and failures, so players must regularly repair and upgrade them at Technicians found in safe zones. While repairs and upgrades are costly, they enhance weapon performance, making them more effective against the game's numerous threats. Players should also consider weapon attachments to improve their arsenal, though compatibility and cost are key factors to manage.

via Kotaku|
#gamemechanics#gaming#postapocalypse
gaming1 year ago

Sniper Elite: Resistance Offers a Nostalgic WWII Sandbox Experience

Sniper Elite: Resistance offers a familiar experience for fans of the franchise, paralleling the events of Sniper Elite 5 with similar gameplay mechanics and setting. Players control Harry Hawker in France, aiming to disrupt Nazi plans. While the game maintains the series' signature kill cam and allows for varied play styles, concerns about franchise fatigue arise due to its close release to Sniper Elite 5 and similar gameplay. The game launches on January 30 for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.

via Insider Gaming|
#franchisefatigue#gamemechanics#gaming
gaming1 year ago

Latest Update: Version 31.0.3 Patch Notes Released

Patch 31.0.3 for Hearthstone introduces significant card balance changes, focusing on enhancing new decks from 'The Great Dark Beyond' expansion while weakening older, dominant archetypes. Key adjustments include nerfs to cards like Reno and buffs to newer cards to promote exploration of new mechanics. Battlegrounds updates focus on adjusting minion power levels and trinkets, with no major hero changes expected until the next season. The patch also includes bug fixes and offers full dust refunds for certain cards for a limited time.

via Hearthstone|
#battlegrounds#cardbalance#gamemechanics
gaming1 year ago

Overwatch Classic Event Revives 2016 Gameplay for a Limited Time

Overwatch 2's limited-time event, Overwatch Classic, reverts the game to its original 2016 state, reviving old strategies like Symmetra's "basketball of death." This tactic involved attaching turrets to basketballs in spawn areas, which could then be used to attack enemies. While nostalgic for some, the event highlights how Overwatch has evolved, balancing fun and chaos with improved game mechanics.

via Kotaku|
#blizzard#gamemechanics#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3 Veterans Stunned by Overlooked Essential Item"

Veteran players of Baldur's Gate 3 have expressed their surprise at forgetting to use a key item known as Soul Coins, despite accumulating many hours in the game. The realization came to light in a Reddit discussion where players shared their experiences of overlooking this item, as well as other consumables and abilities, often hoarding them for later use but ultimately never utilizing them. This reflects a common behavior among gamers who tend to collect items out of habit rather than necessity.

via Dexerto|
##baldursgate3#gamemechanics
gaming2 years ago

"Baldur’s Gate 3 Enthusiast Discovers Glyph Deactivation Hack After Epic 1300-Hour Quest"

A Baldur's Gate 3 player, after 1300 hours of gameplay, discovered a method to deactivate protective glyphs in the Counting House vault by shooting arrows at previously unnoticed buttons on the wall. This trick allows players to freely explore and loot the personal vaults without being teleported out, a challenge that many players had accepted as part of the game's mechanics. The discovery has been shared on Reddit, surprising many in the gaming community who had not realized this solution despite numerous playthroughs and extensive playtime.

via CharlieINTEL.com|
##baldursgate3#countinghousevault
gaming2 years ago

"Mastering The Finals: Unveiling the Power of Underrated Weapons and Pro Strategies"

In the game The Finals, players have discovered the versatile utility of the Goo gun, an "underrated" weapon that doesn't deal damage but can be used creatively for various purposes such as creating barriers, blocking paths, and disorienting opponents. While it may not be as straightforward as other weapons, the Goo gun's unique applications in both defense and support roles make it a valuable asset in gameplay, especially when used in coordination with teammates. However, players should be cautious of its vulnerability to fire-based counters.

via Dexerto|
##gamemechanics#gaming