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Design an Original Starfield Spacesuit and it Could Be Yours for Real

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from the award-winning creators behind Skyrim and Fallout 4, Bethesda Game Studios. Gamers from around the world were excited to jump into this interstellar universe rich with adventure, peril, and excitement. 

But before anyone hops into space, they need something critical: a spacesuit.  

So, Xbox has partnered up with the European Space Agency (ESA) to give Starfield fans around the world a chance to win the spacesuit of their dreams, in real life, in addition to other incredible Xbox prizes. This is a physical, wearable, one-of-a-kind garment, fabricated for the most intrepid explorers.

Whether using a provided template as a base, or pushing their imagination to the limit with any creative format of their choice, fans will be asked to provide both a visual illustration of the suit from all sides—hand-drawn, 3D-rendered, or however their vision sees fit—as well as a description of the inspiration of the suit. More specifically, Xbox, Bethesda and the ESA want to know what you would wear in outer space – how would your spacesuit reflect your personal style, individuality and vision for space travel?

After submitting suits through the campaign webpage, the most creative option—the one that truly gives weight to the phrase “out-of-this-world individual style”—will win a full replica of their design, complete with an authentic ESA patch. The contest opens today and runs until 8pm Pacific Time on February 24, 2024, so make sure to hit that spacesuit workbench soon. After that, the winning suit will enter a two-month intensive fabrication process on the path to becoming reality. To see the full rules, visit here.

Fantastic role-playing games are all about player expression, and this contest allows fans to experience that in a completely different way. Our stories are unique to us, so what we wear while we travel through those stories should be too. So, submit your own design, then while you wait, we suggest downloading and exploring the worlds of Starfield with Xbox Game Pass.

About Starfield  

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery. Experience it for yourself on Xbox Game Pass.

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Tower of Fantasy × Evangelion collaboration details revealed

Hi, all the Wanderers, welcome back! I’m Sky, the lead designer at Hotta Studio of Perfect World Games.

Brace yourselves, as Tower of Fantasy is gearing up for a compelling collaboration with the iconic sci-fi anime, Evangelion. The buzz around this collaboration has been incredible, and today, I’m thrilled to share the latest scoop on the collaboration content. Additionally, we’ll delve into previews of the future versions, version 3.6 and version 4.0, and spill the beans on the upcoming PS5 physical copy!

Evangelion Fantasy

First and foremost, we’re overjoyed to be able to collaborate with Evangelion! Many on our team are fans of this timeless anime, and that passion fueled our entire development process.

We will introduce Shinji Ikari, Asuka Shikinami Langley, and Rei Ayanami to the Vera Sector. As the Angels launch a sudden assault, players will join forces with these iconic characters to thwart the crisis. During the collaboration, you can obtain simulacrums of Asuka Shikinami Langley and Rei Ayanami. The inclusion of these beloved characters is bound to inject a fresh dose of vitality into your gaming adventure!

In our quest for authenticity, we recreated the captivating visuals of the original anime. Whether it’s the colossal Angels or the EVA units—EVA-00, EVA-01, and EVA-02—we’ve replicated them on a 1:1 scale. Our aim is for players to truly feel the impact of these giant EVAs when they make their grand entrances in the story. Furthermore, we’ve faithfully reproduced classic scenes from the original anime within the game’s narrative. While the specific details are currently under wraps, we can’t wait for you to experience them firsthand in the game.

We’ve absorbed the enchanting designs from the original Evangelion anime, extracting design elements from the entry plug and seamlessly integrating them as a vehicle into the Tower of Fantasy world. In our expansive open-world, vehicles are essential for exploring, and our new collaborative vehicle promises a one-of-a-kind exploration experience.

Now, onto a familiar face—Pen Pen! This adorable companion will join the adventure as a smart servant to accompany players on their journey.

This collaboration is set to unfold in the first half of 2024. We’re actively fine-tuning the content, with each team member pouring their heart into blending the essence of the original Evangelion anime with our love for Tower of Fantasy. We hope this collaboration will allow you to experience the perfect fusion of Evangelion and Tower of Fantasy, and enjoy the wonderful feeling of forming bonds with these beloved characters.

Preview of future versions

In the upcoming version 3.6 Beyond Horizons set to launch on January 30, the new map Aquaville will be introduced, marking the final piece of Domain 9. Compared to the other three areas in Domain 9, Aquaville exhibits a distinct sci-fi style, offering a completely different atmosphere.

At the core of Aquaville is the Distant Beacon Cabin 8, with industrial and commercial zones constructed along the inner walls of Cabin 8. As you first enter the space capsule, you’ll witness the breathtaking sight of a folded city. Moreover, Cabin 8 features a unique gravity system, with a special road known as the gravity rail connecting various areas scattered across the inner walls. Progressing along the gravity rail will provide you with a thrilling map-running experience of spinning in the air.

In version 3.6, we’re introducing a brand-new Simulacrum character named Plotti. Hailing from the Hykros headquarters, Algorithm Ark, Plotti serves as the rotating Authorizer, a hacker responsible for maintaining Gesthos and monitoring the operation of Omnium reactors across different time and space dimensions. Her every move adheres to protocols and regulations, yet beneath the surface, a rebellious side is hinted at, suggesting a completely different personality. Her weapon EP-7000 Skyfire is a dual-attribute hand cannon with fire and physical properties, set to launch on January 30.

As a game with long-term operation plans, Tower of Fantasy has much more in store for future versions. New companions, new open world, and stories will unfold in version 4.0—stay tuned for the what’s to come!

Physical copy information

Finally, we have some more news to share with you! Tower of Fantasy is set to release a physical copy, including the following in-game items:

For specific release details, please stay tuned for official announcements.

That concludes our sharing this time. Thank you all for your support. We hope you find joy and surprises throughout your Tower of Fantasy adventure.

Official Dungeons & Dragons VR Game in the Works

An official Dungeons & Dragons VR game is now in the works, courtesy of Demeo developer Resolution Games.

Resolution Games, best known for digital fantasy tabletop adventure Demeo, is working with Wizards of the Coast on the first virtual reality game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe.

“As anyone who’s played Demeo can guess, we’re incredibly huge fans of tabletop roleplaying games,” said Tommy Palm, founder and CEO of Resolution Games.

“They have an unparalleled power to bring people together to create shared experiences, and that’s something we’ve tried to capture, too, with nearly every release in our library. Dungeons & Dragons offers one of the richest fantasy worlds that has ever been created, and it only gets bigger with every new sourcebook and adventure. We’re beyond humbled to have the opportunity to work with such an incredible IP and look forward to sharing the first details of this new project in the future.”

Resolution Games looks like a good pick for this project, given Demeo was inspired by Dungeons & Dragons (Demeo and the second game in the franchise, Demeo Battles, are playable on PC and in VR, with Demeo also available on the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2).

“Resolution Games has a clear understanding of how to bring players together and capture the fun of tabletop gaming on digital platforms in an accessible way,” added Eugene Evans, SVP of digital strategy and licensing at Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro.

“They are an ideal partner to bring a new Dungeons & Dragons video game to life in VR and beyond. Dungeons & Dragons and our other world class gaming brands continue to attract amazing partners as we execute our strategy to grow our digital games portfolio through licensing and internal development.”

No screenshots or videos of the new Dungeons & Dragons game were released, nor was a release window or target platforms. Resolution Games said more details will be shared at a later date.

Interest in all things Dungeons & Dragons is particularly high at the moment following the release of the well-received movie, Honour Among Thieves, and the phenomenally successful Baldur’s Gate 3. And last month, Starbreeze, the developer of the Payday series of games, announced an officially licensed Dungeons & Dragons game due out at some point in 2026.

Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

The Witcher: Corvo Bianco Comic Is a Direct Sequel to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Spoiler Warning: The following article contains spoilers for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its Blood and WIne expansion.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is getting a direct sequel in the form of a Dark Horse comic book called The Witcher: Corvo Bianco.

Revealed on Dark Horse’s website, the Corvo Bianco name will be familiar to those who played the Blood and Wine expansion, which took players to Toussaint and rewarded protagonist Geralt of Rivia with his own vineyard.

That vineyard was called Corvo Bianco, and while Geralt retired there with his beloved Yennefer (or Triss), the comic will see that lush life uprooted as he must return to the rugged life of a witcher once more.

“For a witcher, the simple life can be hard to come by, and even harder to pass up,” the official synopsis said. “When Geralt acquires a taste for a slower pace — good wine and good company — the routines of a witcher are easily eclipsed. With Yennefer at his side, one might hope that Geralt will truly get to enjoy a taste of the good life. But the stains of history are deep, and with blood and wine, every drop attracts those who want more.”

The first issue of the five part comic will arrive on May 8, 2024, three months after the current comic run, The Witcher: Wild Animals will end. It’s written by Bartosz Sztybor with art from Corrado Mastantuono. Corvo Bianco will be the ninth comic released by Dark Horse that tells a fresh story within CD Projekt Red’s canonical Witcher universe.

Another game is coming too, though what’s essentially The Witcher 4 but codenamed Polaris will not follow Geralt and instead tell a new story.

Image Credit: Dark Horse

Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He’ll talk about The Witcher all day.

Super Metroid Original Soundtrack Recreated on Vinyl is Up for Preorder (and On Sale)

For vinyl collectors and Super Metroid fans, this is a preorder that’s well worth checking out. From Jammin’ Sam Miller, this is a Full HD recreation of Super Metroid’s original soundtrack on vinyl. This double LP is currently available to preorder for $39.99 (down from the MSRP of $45.99) and also features some incredible artwork on the cover that’s worth showing off in your vinyl collection.

It’s set to release on February 16 this year, so you won’t have to wait too long to get your hands on it, either. Head to the link below to preorder your copy today.

Super Metroid Original Soundtrack Recreated on Vinyl is Up for Preorder

On the topic of vinyls that are up for preorder at the moment, you can also preorder the Cyberpunk 2077 Radio Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 vinyls for $29.98 each. These records are bright yellow and both feature a wide variety of artists on them — playing the latest and greatest hits from Night City’s top radio stations, of course — and are set to release on April 26 this year. If you recently got back into Cyberpunk following its 2.0 update and the Phantom Liberty expansion, then this is a very fun investment for you.

Alongside these, there are some other preorders that are worth keeping on your radar for the months ahead. Outside of music, there are some upcoming Blu-ray and 4K releases that are worth checking out. In particular, the Se7en 4K UHD and Blu-ray Ultimate Collector’s Edition and “What’s In The Box?” Special Edition are available to preorder, with a release date of May 3, and there are quite a few video games up for preorder at the moment, including the highly-anticipated Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Persona 3 Reload, amongst many others.

Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.

Review: Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal (Switch) – Small But Potent QoL Additions Keep 47 Spry

Fibre-wired.

Before IO Interactive blew everyone’s socks off with the sublime World of Assassination Trilogy, Hitman: Blood Money was widely considered to be the crown jewel of the stealth franchise. In fact, many consider Blood Money to be the progenitor of World of Assassination; a game that thrives on freedom of choice, offering up a total of 14 excellent sandboxes, from a Chilean vineyard to the White House.

This re-release on Switch, dubbed Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal, is a straightforward port of the original, retaining the same controls and visuals with slight tweaks to the user interface. What Feral Interactive has done, however, is take a few cues from IO’s more modern Hitman titles and introduce a few quality-of-life updates for players who might not have joined Agent 47 back in 2006.

Read the full article on nintendolife.com

Sam Barlow’s studio has two new horror games in the works, is “reinventing 3rd person horror again”

I wasn’t as sold on Half Mermaid’s Immortality as the internet at large, but I’ll give Sam Barlow as much rope for his FMV games as anyone else. He recently Xeeted about the studio’s upcoming projects C and D, described as “next level FMV, hold onto your seats”, and “reinventing 3rd person horror again”, respectively. The games now have heavily redacted Steam pages, and Barlow revealed a few more details on Kinda Funny Games (helpfully transcribed a bit by VGC if you can’t be arsed watching).

Forthcoming Palworld updates will add PvP multiplayer, raid bosses, pal arenas, Xbox feature improvements, Steam-Xbox crossplay, extra islands, server transfers, new pals and new technologies, according to an early access roadmap just released by developers Pocketpair. The monster-catching survival sim continues to set concurrent play records on Steam, and Pocketpair are presently focussed on fixing bugs. Beyond that, though, the sky appears to be the limit, as you might expect of a game that shifted a million copies in eight hours. In particular, Pocketpair seem markedly more confident about the odds of adding PvP to the game, having downplayed the idea in interviews before release.

Palworld’s Incredible Launch Continues, Sells Over 7 Million in Just 5 Days

Palworld’s explosive launch shows no sign of slowing down, with the ‘Pokémon with guns’ crafting and survival game selling another million copies in a day.

According to developer Pocketpair, Palworld has now sold over seven million copies in just five days.

“Thank you very much!!” a tweet from the developer read. “We continue to be hard at work addressing the issues and bugs some users are experiencing.

“Thanks for your support!”

The Game Awards boss Geoff Keighley tweeted to say he had confirmed with Pocketpair that the seven million sold figure is for Steam sales only, and so does not include Xbox and Windows PC sales. It’s worth noting Palworld launched day-and-date on Game Pass, too.

“That translates into approximately $189 million USD in Steam sales in 5 days,” Keighley added.

It’s an incredible result for Pocketpair, whose game has dominated the video game community since going on sale on January 19.

Yesterday, January 23, Palworld posted an incredible 1,864,421 peak concurrent players on Steam, a figure that saw it overtake Valve’s own Counter-Strike in Steam’s all-time most-played games list.

Palworld is second only to PUBG, whose remarkable Steam concurrents peak of 3,257,248 was set during the game’s glory days amid the battle royale boom, and is unlikely to be topped.

While Palworld is already one of the biggest game launches ever, it’s also one of the most controversial. Pocketpair has said its staff have received death threats amid Pokémon “rip-off” claims, and Nintendo has moved quickly to remove an eye-catching Pokémon mod. Palworld’s enormous launch has seen its servers struggle, too.

IGN’s early access review of Palworld on Steam returned an 8/10. We said: “Palworld may crib quite a bit from Pokémon’s homework, but deep survival mechanics and a hilarious attitude make it hard to put down – even in Early Access.”