Dynasty Warriors: Origins Launches January 2025 For PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Thursday’s PlayStation State of Play came and went offering some anticipating reveals for PlayStation 5. The most notable is Sucker Punch Productions’ Ghost of Yotei – the true successor & sequel to 2020’s Ghost of Tsushima. Another major reveal includes the release date for set to launch this November. In a separate announcement from the showcase, Koei Tecmo took the spotlight to announce Dynasty Warriors: Origins is coming next year in January 2025. You can watch the new overview trailer in the video below: “The protagonist is the player’s alter ego and is also one of the figures who helps weave the story, and it is through his existence that we will illustrate a Three Kingdoms that has never been seen before! The protagonist is a traveling martial artist with amnesia, and during his travels he meets many famous (and infamous) warriors from the era. “Some of these fighters will align with the nameless hero, while others will become his enemy as he learns to navigate the dangerous world of the Three Kingdoms. As developers, it’s exciting to us that players who are unfamiliar with the Three Kingdoms story will be able to learn and enjoy this alluring historic tale alongside the protagonist, who will act as the player’s alter ego in the game, as they fight their way through the epic story.” What has you most excited for Dynasty Warriors: Origins? Dynasty Warriors: Origins ships on January 17, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Source: PlayStation Blog
PlayStation 5 Chroma Collection, Fortnite DualSense Controller Revealed
The trend at Sony Interactive Entertainment for the past handful of weeks has been a string of new accessories for PlayStation 5. Kicking off back in July, it was revealed that a new themed Dualsense for the release of Concord would ship. Of course, that was in anticipation for the game to release a stellar blockbuster, but instead shipped with its servers being closed two weeks upon arrival. Additionally, there have been other accessories that were revealed for PlayStation 5. Yet again another DualSense controller based off of Team Asbobi’s Astro Bot. Not only that, but an entire collection in celebration of the platform’s 30th anniversary as well. The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection includes PlayStation 5 Slim Digital, PlayStation 5 Pro, DualSense, DualSense Edge, and PlayStation Portal. Now from its recently held PlayStation State of Play, Sony Interactive Entertainment shared a new batch of accessories that are releasing atop of what’s been discussed already. One reveal is the new Chroma Collection including three new controllers and console plates. You can watch the trailer in the video below: “Choose from the chic Chroma Pearl, vivid Chroma Indigo or fresh Chroma Teal – three mesmerizing colours for the DualSense wireless controller and matching PS5 console covers,” the description for the YouTube trailer discloses. Not only that, but a new partnered controller is also underway. In collaboration with Epic Games, a Fortnite-themed DualSense controller is prepared to release as well. “Starring Fishstick and Peely, and emblazoned with illustrations of fan-favourite characters, this colourfully vibrant eye-catching design encapsulates the wildly energetic Fortnite spirit enjoyed by players worldwide,” the trailer description says. Pre-orders are available starting on October 3rd costing you $84.99. Prices for Chroma Collection has not been shared as of writing, but shares the pre-order date as the Fortnite accessory. Which PlayStation accessory are you interested in grabbing? The DualSense wireless controller – Fortnite Limited Edition, Chroma Pearl, and Chroma Indigo accessories releases on November 7, 2024; Chroma Teal accessories will launch on January 23, 2024. Source: PlayStation Blog
PlayStation Plus October 2024 Free Games Plans Includes WWE 2K24, Dead Space, Doki Doki Literature Club Plus
The list of PlayStation Plus offerings continues to grow as 2024 enters the remaining months for this year. In September, the free monthly games included a diverse lineup consisting of Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, MLB The Show 24, Little Nightmares II. What’s interesting about this is that the newest Warner Bros. release launched the same day it was added to the service! Additionally, this month also carved out its Game Catalog titles as well. On September 17th, the list of games featured included titles such as Chernobylite, Night in the Woods, The Plucky Squire, Road 96, Space Engineers, Under the Waves, and Wild Card Football. Rectify Gaming even gave a review for The Plucky Squire – another launch addition for the service – giving it a score of 9/10. This Tuesday during the hosted State of Play presentation, Sony Interactive Entertainment took time from the showcase to introduce the next headlining titles coming to PlayStation Plus next month. Come October 1st, three new games are coming: WWE 2K 24, Dead Space, and Doki Doki Literature Club Plus. Noted, all games exempting Dead Space are available on both PlayStation 4 & PlayStation 5. During the same segment of the livestream, Sony Interactive Entertainment also shared its plans for the Game Catalog as well next month. As part of that, the firm revealed that Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us Part I is prepared to come then as well. From the free games for October 2024, we urge you check our review for Dead Space. “It’s a return to the survival horror the franchise was known for, and it feels like Dead Space’s unique sci-fi style has been truly perfected for the first time. Every shot, grunt, and pounce come to life and helps scare you when needed. It features excellent audio, which helps make the entire game as eerie as possible.” You can read the full piece by heading here. What title has you most excited for PlayStation Plus next month? WWE 2K 24, Dead Space, and Doki Doki Literature Club Plus comes to PlayStation Plus from October 1, 2024 to November 4, 2024. Source: PlayStation Blog
Alan Wake 2 – The Lake House DLC arrives this October
Remedy Entertainment and Epic Games have revealed Alan Wake 2’s second expansion, The Lake House in Sony’s State of Play. The first DLC, Night Springs released on June 8th featuring the iconic characters from the Control and Quantum Break video game series. The Lake House is a mysterious facility set up on the shores of Cauldron Lake by the Federal Bureau of Control to conduct secret research… until something goes wrong. The Lake House will be available with the Alan Wake 2 Expansion Pass, included in the Digital Deluxe Edition and the upcoming physical Deluxe and Collector’s Editions of Alan Wake 2. If you only own the Standard Edition, you will need to upgrade to the Deluxe Edition to access The Lake House Expansion. Remedy Entertainment did not reveal a release date for Alan Wake 2 – The Lake House, but it’s expected to be released in October on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5.
LEGO Horizon Adventures officially releases November 14 for PS5, PC and Switch
During the PlayStation State of Play held on September 24, 2024, Guerrilla Games and Sony finally revealed the release date for LEGO Horizon Adventures. The highly anticipated Horizon title will officially come to PlayStation 5, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and Nintendo Switch on November 14, 2024. Pre-orders for LEGO Horizon Adventures will go live on October 3 and if you pre-order any physical edition from participating retailers or any digital edition, you will receive a LEGO version of the iconic Shield-Weaver outfit. A Digital Deluxe Edition was also announced bringing outfits from beloved PlayStation franchises like Sackboy and Ratchet and River outfits. Below is an overview of the bonuses that will come with the Digital Deluxe Edition: Roller Coaster Customization | No need to choose between roof or coaster; you can have both and bring some theme park fun to Mother’s Heart! Three iconic Horizon outfits | Pay homage to Aloy’s adventures in the icy north with the Banuk Armor, channel your inner Eclipse with the Shadow Stalwart outfit, or fight metal with metal as “Alloy” Aloy! Ratchet and Rivet outfits | Join the thrilling journey as intergalactic super-mechanic Ratchet or trans-dimensional Resistance fighter Rivet. Sackboy outfit | Trading cloth and stuffing for bricks and studs, LittleBigPlanet’s Sackboy is available to join the party!
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack comes to Sonic X Shadow Generations on December 12
Sony is hosting its September 2024 State of Play presentation and it has revealed new trailers for upcoming games. One of the announcements was a new DLC coming for Sonic X Shadow Generations. As it was announced last month, Keanu Reeves will be the voice of Shadow the Hedgehog in the Sonic 3 film. It turns out Keanu Reeves will also voice Shadow in Sonic X Shadow Generations when the Sonic 3 Movie Pack comes to the game on December 12. In an interview with PlayStation, series producer, Shun Nakamura was interviewed and was asked why to include this type of DLC in the game. Nakamura stated, “This title has been developed to satisfy not just the Sonic game fans, but also those who see the Sonic movie and become fans of Sonic and Shadow for the first time.” “We didn’t expect to have Shadow from the movie included in this game, as the world for the movie and game are different – we thought that it would be challenging to do so. “However, we saw an almost festival-like opportunity where we have the movie and game being launched almost at the same time. We decided to pursue it and have work on movie-related content with development starting last Autumn.” The Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack will not have a story that would relate directly to the movie. The setting will be Tokyo, where Shadow visits in the movie. Fans will not have to worry about the film being spoiled since this DLC comes out a week before Sonic 3 reaches theaters. Sonic X Shadow Generations releases on October 25 on all platforms. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will hit theaters on December 20, 2024.
Ghost of Yōtei comes to PlayStation 5 in 2025
Sucker Punch made a surprise appearance to top off the latest State of Play presentation that featured announcements on current games and what will come in the future. It has been a long wait for a sequel to Ghost of Tsushima and today, Sucker Punch revealed Ghost of Yōtei. Ghost of Yōtei introduces a new hero, Atsu whose journey takes place in 1603, more than 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima. The story is set in the lands surrounding Yōtei, a towering peak in the heart of Ezo, an area of Japan known as Hokkaido in the present day. This is the first game that Sucker Punch built from the ground up for PlayStation 5 and the visuals are expected to be better than ever. The developer says this new setting gives them the chance to introduce new mechanics, gameplay improvements, and new weapons. Ghost of Yōtei is planned to release in 2025 exclusively on PlayStation 5. The Ghost of Yōtei announce trailer is available to watch on YouTube: Source: PlayStation
5 Speedrun levels and 10 new Special Bots are coming to Astro Bot this Fall
Sony hosted its State of Play for September 2024 revealing new games and providing updates on already released titles. To start the show was Team Asobi’s Astro Bot which was just released on September 6. A new update will be coming to Astro Bot this Fall and it will bring new bots and more content for free. 5 brand new speedrun levels will be arriving along with 10 new special bots to rescue. These special bots are obtained by beating cheeky birds racing against Astro. Some of the special bots include the Helldivewrs squad and Stellar Blade. Team Asobi didn’t reveal who the other bots are featured after, but it’s possible we may see potential third-party characters like Rayman. It was previously leaked that speedrun levels would be coming to Astro Bot and in the credits of the game it mentions Ubisoft IP like Assassin’s Creed and Rayman. Source: PlayStation
Review: Turtle Beach Kone II Gaming Mouse
Product provided by Manufacturer Turtle Beach Kone II Price – $69.99 Purchase Here Turtle Beach has come out with a set of new Gaming Mice – The Kone II and the Kone II Air. Out of the two new gaming mice we have tried out the Kone II first which is the wired and more affordable gaming mouse out of the two. Keep in mind that the Kone II gaming mice are performance-driven bringing the latest technologies and renowned ergonomic Kone mouse design, which is perfect for any grip style, including claw grip, palm grip, and fingertip grip Here are some of the main features of the Kone II wired gaming mouse: Ergonomic shape for medium & larger hands and all grips Multi-button design supporting 23 programmable functions Multifunctional 4D scroll wheel with tilt Dynamic accuracy with 26k DPI/650 IPS (16.5m/s) optical sensor Pre-tensioned buttons for fast, satisfying clicks TITAN Switch Optical for a tactile feel with optical speed Long-lasting switch durability – 100M click lifecycle Pure, heat-treated PTFE glides for smooth movements Three-zone programmable AIMO RGB Illumination Drag-free, braided PhantomFlex™ USB-A cable NVIDIA® Reflex compatible Before we go onto our impressions of the Kone II Mouse, let’s appreciate the outer shell, yes the design of it and its RGB colors. Through the Swarm II app, you will be able to customize a lot with the gaming mouse including its colors and button functionality. Turtle Beach nailed down the RGB basics by allowing you to change the colors however you want with a few effects available as well. Fully Customizable There are 23 programmable functions with the Kone II Gaming Mouse and you will be able to program the left and right clicks, the three side buttons, and the buttons up top including the 4D scroll wheel to function a certain way in games like League of Legends, World of Warcraft, Apex Legends, and a lot more. You can even set profiles for Photoshop. Comfortability & Performance The Turtle Beach Kone II Gaming Mouse is extremely comfortable and perfect for individuals with large hands. The additional grips included with the Kone II mouse are also a nice option to add. The side of the mouse where your thumb rests, near the side buttons, has never felt so comfortable on a gaming mouse. The Kone II performs insanely well. One of the features that I was shocked by is the 4D mouse wheel making it a fresh addition and a step above its competitors. There are different ways to click with the unique mouse wheel the Kone II has to offer. The mouse is highly accurate and has no issues with response when playing games or just general use. Playing games like Helldivers II, Apex Legends, RuneScape, or Frostpunk 2 I’ve had nothing but a great experience. One thing that I will say about the mouse is its size. If you have small hands then the Kone II may not exactly be for you. It’s hard to believe the Turtle Beach Kone II wired is only $69.99 USD. Considering the customizable options, the ultra comfortability, and the outstanding performance this gaming mouse is an absolute steal of a price. If you are looking to upgrade your setup with a new gaming mouse without breaking the bank then the Kone II wired gaming mouse is perfect for you. At Rectify Gaming we recommend purchasing the Kone II.
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled media previews of Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ahead of Tokyo Game Show this week, Ubisoft made a surprise announcement that it has canceled its online appearance at the event. The company released a statement stating that the decision was made due to “various circumstances.” However, this isn’t the only bit of news coming out regarding the highly anticipated title. TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024公式配信へのユービーアイソフトの出展に関するお知らせ pic.twitter.com/qNYC7MUF93 — Ubisoft Japan (@UBISOFT_JAPAN) September 24, 2024 Press Previews for Assassin’s Creed Shadows were planned to take place next week, but according to Insider Gaming and their sources, Ubisoft has canceled all press previews for Shadows. Ubisoft hasn’t shared anything regarding Assassin’s Creed Shadows and as of now, it’s still planned to release on November 12, 2024. This could mean a delay is imminent for Shadows, but nothing has been made official yet. There have been recent rumors about Assassin’s Creed Invictus, a new project in development. It is said to be a multiplayer-only title inspired by Fall Guys and is planned to launch in 2025.
