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Issue #14 || 14th June 2024 || Friday
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Fact of the week: More people play games than watch movies. As of 2020, there were an estimated 2.7 billion gamers worldwide, surpassing the number of moviegoers. This number continues to grow, with mobile gaming being a significant driver of this growth.
Pixelated Pursuits:
Elden Ring Players on the Clock: Mohg Must Fall Before Shadow of the Erdtree DLC
With the release of the highly anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree DLC just around the corner (less than two weeks!), publisher Bandai Namco has a message: defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood, or risk missing out on the new content.
According to a recent interview with Elden Ring director Hidetaka Miyazaki in Famitsu magazine, players need to have conquered both Starscourge Radahn and the optional boss Mohg to access the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Apparently, the entrance lies within the withered arm hanging from the cocoon in Mohg's boss fight arena.
This news comes alongside a Bandai Namco retweet highlighting a streamer's observation. Streamer Cohh Carnage pointed out that Steam achievement data suggests a significant portion of Elden Ring players on PC haven't yet defeated Mohg. This translates to roughly two-thirds of PlayStation and Xbox players as well, potentially missing out on the DLC due to Mohg being an optional encounter.
So, Tarnished warriors, the clock is ticking! Prepare for the Shadow of the Erdtree by facing Mohg, Lord of Blood, before the DLC arrives in less than two weeks.
[Source:IGN]
Black Ops 6 Download Woes? Don't Sweat It!
Hold your horses, Call of Duty fans! That scary 300GB download size for Black Ops 6? Turns out it's a false alarm. Activision stepped in to clarify that the pre-order page goofed.
The actual download won't be nearly as hefty, and you'll even have the option to install just the core game, skipping unnecessary language packs. Breathe easy, there's still plenty of space for your other games (for now). Expect more details on the actual download size closer to launch.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Unveils Factions & More!
BioWare revealed more about The Veilguard before today's gameplay reveal (June 11th).
Pick Your Side: Choose from 6 factions with deep Thedas roots, including the Grey Wardens (Origins vibes!). Speculation suggests you might even play a faction's backstory.
Inquisitor Returns: Customize your Inquisitor from Inquisition and make key choices impacting The Veilguard's start. Sounds like a big role!
Romance Confirmed: Scout Harding, a popular companion, is officially a romance option!
Jurassic Park: Survival Digs Up New Details!
Get ready to revisit Isla Nublar like never before! Jurassic Park: Survival reveals new locations, hints at unseen dinosaurs, and confirms Maya Joshi won't be entirely alone.
Explore beyond the movie's iconic sites, navigate dangers, and use your wits to survive. This single-player adventure from Saber Interactive arrives on PS5, Xbox, and PC (but not in 2024).
Resident Evil Village: 10 Million Sold & Third Fastest-Selling!
Resident Evil Village chomps down on a sales milestone - 10 million copies sold! This makes it the fastest-selling RE game to hit 10 million, surpassing RE7.
Spooky first-person thrills, Ethan Winters' return, Lady Dimitrescu's fame, and expanded content all fueled the success. The village sits at #3 for best-selling RE titles, with the franchise reaching a massive 157 million units sold!
What's next? Code Veronica and Zero remakes whisper in the shadows, while Resident Evil 9 awaits its official reveal.
Clutch Corner:
Gen.G Reign Supreme in Shanghai, Pacific Claims First VCT Title!
Gen.G has conquered Masters Shanghai, defeating Team Heretics 3-2 in a thrilling grand finals! This victory marks a historic moment for the Pacific region, securing their first-ever VCT international title.
This showdown was a first for both teams in the franchised league. Gen.G exacted sweet revenge, bouncing back from their VCT Madrid finals loss with a clutch map-five victory. Team Heretics, despite fielding a substitute player (paTiTek) and deploying Wo0t on duelist, put up a valiant fight, grabbing second place in both the EMEA region and Masters Shanghai.
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Authors: Abdul Ahad
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