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Monday 23 April 2018
Sunday 8 April 2018
Dragon Quest XI Producer Explains Why The Nintendo Switch Version Is Coming Later
Dragon Quest XI Producer Hokuto Okamoto recently was interviewed at PAX East 2018 regarding the Nintendo Switch version, and some answers were given as to why the Switch version of the game is coming out much later than the PS4 and PC versions. [Thanks, GameSpot!] According to Okamoto, Unreal Engine is the cause of the delay for the Switch version, as the version that Dragon Quest XI is built upon is an older version compared to the newer versions that support the new console. In that sense, development is still expected to take a very long time: “It’s true that the Nintendo Switch version is under development at this moment in time. Specifically with regards to the development, this game was developed on the Unreal Engine, but the version for Unreal Engine needs to be updated, I suppose, in order to support Switch. In that sense, the development is still expected to take a very long time. It’s still a long ways out.”
Furthermore, he explained that the team considered holding back the release of the PS4 version to release alongside the Switch version, but decided to release the PS4 and Steam versions first in the end, as the outlook of the Switch version is still unclear. The team wanted to release Dragon Quest XI as soon as possible, which is why they came to their final decision:
“Of course, we did consider releasing PS4 and a Switch version around the same time if that was even a possibility, but right now the outlook for the Switch version is still unclear at this moment in time. The Japan team, they wanted to release Dragon Quest a XI and bring it overseas as soon as possible for our fans overseas, which is why they proceeded with the PS4 [and] Steam version[s] this time.”
While the Nintendo Switch version currently has an unknown release date, Square Enix has stated that it is definitely coming over to the West as well.
Dragon Quest XI is available in Japan for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo 3DS. The game will arrive in North America and Europe on September 4, 2018 for PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. The Nintendo Switch version will be released later.A
Saturday 7 April 2018
Four big changes in War Thunder's 1.77 Advancing Storm update
This is a sponsored post courtesy of GaijinEntertainment. GaijinEntertainment show no signs of letting up when it comes to refining and adding to their multiplayer vehicular warfare sim, War Thunder. Nearly five years on from its Early Access launch and well over a year since the colossal 1.0 update, the game is still being improved, with the latest update making huge changes to graphics, audio, and game play. Not earned your stripes yet? Play War Thunder for free right now.
This dedication is all part of a promise to ensure War Thunder remains every bit as powerful and impressive as its name suggests. As part of that, a bevy of new tanks and aircraft join the fray as part of this new era for War Thunder, with a hefty emphasis on modern machines of war. So whether you are a devoted player, lapsed, or even if this is the first you have heard of War Thunder - here are four huge changes arriving with the 1.77 Advancing Storm update.
Modern-day battle tanks
Advancing Storm brings War Thunder’s Ground Forces mode well and truly into the modern era with the addition of seven main battle tanks from the ‘70s and ‘80s, some of which are still in active service around the world. Better still, nearly every research tree is getting a new tank to work towards and unlock.
For the USA, the legendary M1 Abrams takes its rightful place at the top of Rank VI. Realistic details such as its separate storage for ammo containers are present and accounted for in-game, meaning you can keep fighting even after a fire has broken out in your ammo racks.
France gets the highly advanced AMX-30B2 Brenus, which stands out with its 112 reactive armour packages, ensuring all of your key areas are protected from HEAT projectiles. The T-64B modernises the Soviet research tree, improving on one of the best tanks in War Thunder with better frontal armour and the ability to fire Cobra guided missiles. Britain gets the beloved Challenger MBT as its new best-in-class Ground Forces vehicle - its massive armament and Chobham armour get the job done. Finally, the Leopard 2K joins Germany, offering prospective Rank VI tankers a big gun, high manoeuvrability, and one of the best stabilizers in the game for landing shots on the move.
If you don’t fancy earning your way to the top of each research tree then you can always pick up Advancing Storm’s two new premium tanks, the Magach 3 from USA or the AMX-30 from France.
Improved visuals courtesy of Dagor Engine 5.0
Whether rolling through the rain-soaked, cobblestone streets of Normandy, or cresting a hill and looking out onto a foggy valley in Mozdok, the visual enhancements of Dagor Engine 5.0 are noteworthy. But the graphical improvements are not just great for in-game war photographers, as changes such as new anti-aliasing technology should improve gameplay by making it easier to distinguish enemies in thick foliage.
Booming new sound effects
Dagor Engine 5.0 isn’t just about good looks as it also overhauls the sound of warfare.
New sounds have been implemented to reflect minute differences in cannon calibres, helping experienced tank commanders glean useful information about the enemy they are facing off against. Bespoke loading mechanisms, the jangling of shell cases tumbling onto the floor, ultra-low frequencies for explosions, cannon shots, crumbling structures - the sound of combat is richer and deeper in Advancing Storm.
The realism goes so far that what you hear also differs based on what the tank commander’s perspective is. For example, when operating from a third-person-view tank, the sound of firing your main armament will linger for much longer, echoing across the map and rumbling through the ground. However, while firing from the first-person perspective, the roar of the cannon will reverberate many times over as it would in such a confined space. Gaijin Entertainment have taken this a step further, too, making it so the sound changes based on whether or not your tank crew are operating from a closed or open cabin.
New fighter aircraft for every nation
USSR, for example, get an unusual interceptor called the La-200, which boasts twin jet engineers placed in tandem, one behind the other.
The M.D.452 Mystere IIC joins France, its thick armour and wide range of armament options providing you with a versatile jet fighter that is as good against ground targets as it is against other pilots.
Japan might not get a jet fighter, but the Ki-108 makes up for it with pressurized cabin for high altitude flying and powerful cannons - it was designed for taking down US superfortresses and should serve you exceptionally well against such foes.
Perhaps the most interesting new aircraft of update 1.77 is actually the one made by a War Thunder player as part of the Revenue Share Partner Program.
The He 177A-5 Greif is a deceptively fast long-range heavy bomber with a huge selection of bombs and cockpit-controlled remote gun turrets for fending off heavy fighters.
Diablo’s Deckard Cain Bores the Enemy Team to Sleep in Heroes of the Storm
In a recent video from the official Heroes of the Storm YouTube account, they’ve ported back to sanctuary to identify their next hero, which is none other than Deckard Cain, Diablo’s original lore-master. Cain’s famous greeting, ‘…Stay awhile and listen.’ , has even been turned into a powerful spell that puts his enemies to sleep! Deckard Cain is now the newest member in the Heroes of the Storm legendary roster, and will be playing the support role. His abilities allow him to heal his allies, damage his enemies, and control the flow of battle by ensnaring the enemy team with spells that slow and hold them still.
The last two heroic abilities allow him to either put his enemies to sleep with ‘Stay Awhile and Listen’ or to conjure up a ‘Lorenado’ to wreak havoc on the enemy team and knock them all aside. You can check out hows Cain’s abilities work in Heroes of the Storm with the video below!
For a more detailed look at Cain’s abilities in Heroes of the storm, Blizzard have listed the details of his abilities:
Healing Potion – Throw a Healing Potion on the ground that heals the first allied Hero that comes in contact with it for 230. Limit 0 active Potions.
Horadric Cube – Throw the Horadric Cube, dealing 80 damage to all enemies in the area and Slowing them by 40% for 1.75 seconds.
Scroll of Sealing – Unfurl an enchanted scroll, forming a triangle that deals 150 damage to enemies inside and Roots them for 1.5 seconds.
For the heroic abilities:
Stay Awhile and Listen – After 1 second, Channel for 3 seconds, putting enemy Heroes in front of Deckard to Sleep while Channeling, and for 2 seconds after. Enemies can only be put to Sleep once per cast, and Sleep’s effects end instantly if they take damage.
Lorenado – Vector Targeting Create a swirling lorenado that travels in the targeted direction, continually knocking away enemies that come into contact with it.
Are you looking forward to playing as the newest hero to join Heroes of the Storm? Let us know!
Tuesday 3 April 2018
JUST IN: Chelsea determined to sign Brazilian star with £176m release clause
Last summer Chelsea wanted to recruit another defensive midfielder after selling Nemanja Matic to Manchester United for £40m, but Conte failed to find a reliable replacement of the Serbian.
Monday 2 April 2018
Man United legend makes big Chelsea claim as Spaniard on way in to Stamford Bridge?
Still active and vibrant star, Exit From Man United Almost Certain, Deal Confirmation Imminent
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