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Metaphor: ReFantazio has an impressive launch

Oct 18, 2024, 10:43 Rine Ikarus News

Sega has announced that Metaphor: ReFantazio sold over one million copies globally within just 24 hours of its release.

The Japanese RPG fantasy Metaphor: ReFantazio has launched to high fan expectations and quickly achieved remarkable success. Just one day after its release, the game sold an impressive one million copies. Metaphor: ReFantazio is the biggest JRPG release of the year. Featuring several developers from the Persona series, including director Katsura Hashino and character artist Shigenori Soejima, Metaphor: ReFantazio shares many similarities with Persona, particularly in its lengthy gameplay experience. However, while the Persona games are set in modern-day...

Palworld PS5 version finally comes to Japan

Oct 6, 2024, 19:13 Rine Ikarus News

After a long wait, Palworld has been released on PS5 in Japan, despite ongoing legal challenges from Nintendo.

After a long period of anticipation, Palworld has finally been released on the PS5, following an announcement during PlayStation’s State of Play event. While the game was made available in 68 regions and languages, Japan was notably left out. The sudden decision to exclude the PS5 release in Japan sparked numerous questions among fans, with the most prominent being when Pocketpair would introduce Palworld to the Japanese PS5 market. Fortunately, Japanese players won’t have to wait much longer. ...

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero becomes a top seller on all platforms

Oct 6, 2024, 18:40 Rine Ikarus News

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero claimed the 3rd spot on the global sales chart of Steam’s best-selling games, solely through pre-order sales.

Just a few days left until the launch of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. The trailer revealing GT characters, along with leaked list of characters appearing in the game, has fueled fans' excitement even more. It seems like nothing can stop Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero from bringing explosive success for Bandai. Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero's overwhelming success Exceeding everyone’s expectations, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero has achieved outstanding sales figures, becoming one of the best-selling games on Steam and surpassing...

Atlus is working on fixes for Metaphor: ReFantazio

Sep 30, 2024, 18:08 Rine Ikarus News

Atlus acknowledges performance issues in Metaphor: ReFantazio and is working on fixes.

Recently, developer Atlus released a demo for Metaphor: ReFantazio ahead of the game's official launch. The demo is available on platforms like PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC through Steam, allowing players to experience the opening and gameplay mechanics of the game. Atlus responds to current issues After the demo became available, several players reported performance problems on PC, stating that Metaphor: ReFantazio is experiencing lag issues. While not everyone is affected, the issue is significant enough...

Capcom will continue to expand the Ace Attorney series

Sep 30, 2024, 17:37 Rine Ikarus News

Capcom has reassured fans that the Ace Attorney series will continue to grow with new content and potential multimedia expansions.

Ace Attorney is a visual novel adventure series by Capcom, and it is one of the most beloved game franchises by many fans. Since the release of The Great Ace Attorney 2: Resolve in 2017, there hasn't been a new Ace Attorney title, causing fans to worry about the future of the series. However, Ace Attorney fans can now rest assured, as Capcom has recently addressed these concerns. Recently, in an interview on Netlab website, Kenichi Hashimoto...

Horizon: Zero Dawn PS5 Remaster will change Aloy's appearance

Sep 30, 2024, 17:17 Rine Ikarus News

Horizon Zero Dawn PS5 remaster will feature upgraded graphics and a new Aloy model from Horizon Forbidden West.

At the PlayStation State of Play event, it was announced that Horizon: Zero Dawn will receive a remastered version for PlayStation 5 and PC, launching on October 31. Like other remastered versions, this one will feature upgraded graphics and introduce new modern functionalities, making this version of Horizon: Zero Dawn comparable to its sequel, Horizon: Forbidden West. ...

Palworld to launch on PS5 but with a catch

Sep 28, 2024, 19:26 Rine Ikarus News

Palworld has launched on PS5 in 68 countries, but its release in Japan is delayed due to potential legal action from Nintendo.

Sony's recent State of Play event has just concluded, and among the surprises was the announcement of Ghost of Yotei. One notable reveal was that Palworld will be coming to PlayStation 5 — though this announcement left out an important detail. While Palworld has officially launched on the PS5 in 68 countries and regions...

Black Myth: Wukong confirmed to sold 20 million units in its first month

Sep 28, 2024, 19:10 Rine Ikarus News

Black Myth: Wukong has sold 20 million copies within its first month, becoming one of the best-selling games ever.

It has already been a month since the release of Black Myth: Wukong, and by now, many players have likely completed the game. Numerous players have discovered many secrets behind Black Myth: Wukong's story after unlocking the game's New Game+ mode. Despite this, Black Myth: Wukong's popularity remains strong. During the Tokyo Game Show, it was revealed that Black Myth: Wukong sold an impressive 20 million copies within the first month of its launch. At the event, Ken Kutaragi presented a slide showing that...

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will perform better than ever on PS5 Pro

Sep 27, 2024, 21:39 Rine Ikarus News

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will offer improved performance and graphics with the PS5 Pro's new Versatility Mode.

The PS5 Pro has officially been announced along with its hefty price tag, making the PS5 the most expensive console ever from Sony. Many are curious about what Sony has in store and which games will fully leverage the capabilities of the PS5 Pro. In the demonstration video for the PS5 Pro, Sony placed a lot of emphasis on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. From the showcase, it appears that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will fully capitalize on the power of the...

Stellar Blade x Nier: Automata crossover annouced

Sep 27, 2024, 21:24 Rine Ikarus News

Stellar Blade and NieR: Automata are set to collaborate with a crossover and a customizable photo mode likely launching before the year ends.

The success of Stellar Blade surprised many, with an estimated over 1 million copies sold in the first two months since its release, and the game's appeal shows no signs of slowing down. Developer Shift Up still has many plans for Stellar Blade, including a PC port and a DLC or a sequel, which is still under consideration. We already knew that Stellar Blade would eventually crossover with other IPs, but the details were unclear. During PlayStation's State of...

God of War developer is hiring for a new game

Sep 27, 2024, 21:09 Rine Ikarus News

Santa Monica Studio is working on a new IP for next-generation platforms, while also hinting at a potential new installment for the God of War series.

Many may think that Santa Monica Studio, the company behind the God of War name, after the success of their two latest titles, is developing a new God of War installment for Sony. However, recent information indicates that Santa Monica’s newest title will be a completely new IP. A recent job listing from Santa Monica hints at this new project. This job listing seeks a 'Senior External Development Environment Artist' for a...

Final Fantasy XVI producer asks modders not to create 'offensive or inappropriate" content for the PC version

Sep 25, 2024, 18:51 Rine Ikarus News

Producer Naoki Yoshida requests that modders refrain from creating any "offensive or inappropriate" content now that Final Fantasy XVI has been released on PC.

Final Fantasy XVI finally launched on PC on September 17, after being a PlayStation 5 exclusive for a year. And like with any other game, the modding community is excited to "tinker" with Final Fantasy XVI. However, the producer of Final Fantasy XVI, Naoki Yoshida, has a request for PC players. When asked by...

Blasphemous 2 announces 'Mea Culpa' DLC

Sep 25, 2024, 18:38 Rine Ikarus News

On the upcoming October 31, a paid DLC named 'Mea Culpa' along with a free update will be added to Blasphemous 2 on all platforms.

Blasphemous 2 is a 2D action-platformer in the Metroidvania genre, heavily influenced by Dark Souls-like gameplay and featuring a Gothic religious theme. Released in August 2023, the game was very well-received by the community. About a month ago, nearly exactly one year after its launch, publisher Team 17 revealed a short teaser trailer introducing a mysterious DLC set to release in Fall 2024. And now, we finally know the contents of this mysterious DLC. Blasphemous 2 will receive...

Metaphor: ReFantazio will be as long as Persona 5

Sep 25, 2024, 18:27 Rine Ikarus News

The director of Metaphor: ReFantazio confirmed the game will be as long as Persona 5.

The director of Metaphor: ReFantazio recently confirmed in an interview that the length of the game will be on par with Persona 5, one of the latest entries in the Persona series. Studio Zero, made up of designers and artists behind the recent Persona games, has been working on the Metaphor: ReFantazio project since 2016 and is preparing to launch their first original title on October 11. Katsura Hashino, the director of Metaphor: ReFantazio, also worked on the Persona series, so it’s...

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero leaks reveal new additions to the game's roster

Sep 18, 2024, 18:51 Rine Ikarus News

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero recent leaks suggesting an expanded roster and possible future DLC.

With less than a month to go before the release of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, many fans are eagerly awaiting this October. Recently, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero officially confirmed that characters from the non-canon Dragon Ball GT series will be included in the game, featuring fan-favorite characters such as the Mythical Super Saiyan 4, Baby Vegeta, and Super Saiyan 4 Gogeta. With these new characters, only a few slots remain to complete the game's roster. Just a few days ago,...

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO confirms GT characters with new trailer

Sep 18, 2024, 18:02 Rine Ikarus News

Bandai Namco's new trailer for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO confirms the addition of several iconic Dragon Ball GT characters.

Since the announcement of DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO, Bandai Namco has steadily released trailers revealing new additions to the game's roster, such as characters from the Majin Buu Saga- the final arc of Dragon Ball Z Kai. However, fans were left wondering about the inclusion of Dragon Ball GT characters. Recently, Bandai Namco surprised everyone by dropping a new trailer that confirmed the long-awaited inclusion of several beloved characters from the Dragon Ball GT series, reigniting excitement within the community. ...

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero introduces Majin Buu Saga character trailer

Sep 18, 2024, 17:51 Rine Ikarus News

Bandai Namco has released a new character trailer for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO, showcasing key fighters from the Majin Buu Saga.

The release date for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is finally approaching, and fans are excitedly looking forward to more information about the game, especially regarding the list of new characters that will be introduced. Bandai Namco has been consistently releasing character trailers for the game from the Android Saga and Saiyan & Namek Saga. Recently, they released a new character trailer focused on the Majin Buu Saga. ...

Final Fantasy developer has good news for Xbox

Sep 8, 2024, 18:22 Rine Ikarus News

Naoki Yoshida, the producer and director of Final Fantasy XIV, has good news for Xbox fans.

In recent years, it's been no surprise to gamers that Square Enix hasn't been releasing its Final Fantasy titles on the Xbox platform. Most of the major Final Fantasy titles have been PlayStation exclusives. Some, like Final Fantasy XVI, have plans for a PC release, but there's still no sign of them coming to Xbox. However, Square Enix might be looking to change this in the future, as they've now implemented a new multiplatform strategy. Naoki Yoshida,...

New update for Black Myth: Wukong lowers boss difficulty

Sep 7, 2024, 08:24 Rine Ikarus News

Game Science has revealed the patch notes for the latest Black Myth: Wukong update, addressing core issues and balancing fixes.

Black Myth: Wukong was released on August 20 and has garnered significant attention from the gaming community. Developed by Game Science and inspired by the classic Chinese literary work "Journey to the West," Black Myth: Wukong quickly became a major hit on PC and PS5. However, Xbox users seem to have to wait a little longer before Black Myth: Wukong becomes available on their platform. Despite its great success, Black Myth: Wukong has its own drawbacks, one of which is...

The sequel to Lies of P could potentially be open-world

Aug 29, 2024, 20:51 Rine Ikarus News

Recently, additional information has hinted that the next installment of Lies of P could become an open-world game.

In recent years, games from Asian companies have experienced a remarkable resurgence. Just like major titles such as Elden Ring, Stellar Blade, and Black Myth: Wukong, Lies of P made a notable debut last year. Released by the South Korean company NEOWIZ, the game quickly gained recognition as one of the best Souls-like titles. Lies of P was a successful launch for NEOWIZ, selling over 1 million copies in less than a month, with plans for...