Category: Video Games

Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure review: a unique puzzle game that keeps things moving

Arranger is a puzzle game about moving, in both metaphorical and literal senses. Movement is the entire basis for the puzzles in Arranger, and is hard to explain without showing you (if you’re able to watch the trailer that will be helpful). The world of Arranger is divided into a grid, and you don’t move the main character, feisty misfit kid Gemma, across the squares. Rather, imagine that the row or column Gemma is on becomes a travelator, and you control the direction and speed of it. Gemma stands still and you move the ground, and anything on it left, right, up or down – like How To Say Goodbye but with more squares. It’s one of those things that makes sense when you’re doing it, trust me.

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Digital Foundry Hails Luigi’s Mansion 3 As The Best-Looking Exclusive Switch Game

Lean, green, and mean.

Digital Foundry has put out a new video taking a look at some of the best-looking Nintendo Switch exclusives since the console launched in 2017.

There are some pretty obvious choices here that won’t come as a surprise to regular readers, including the likes of Metroid Prime Remastered, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Shin’en’s awesome launch title Fast RMX.

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Heihachi rises from the dead as Tekken 8’s third character DLC

Heihachi Mishima, the mustachioed malevolence of the Tekken series, is going to be the next DLC character for Tekken 8. He was last seen with his loving son Kazuya, who threw him into a volcano. Of course, to be fully submerged in impossibly hot liquid rock is merely a long-running family prank for the cast of this 3D fighting game, sort of like forcing your granddad to do the ice bucket challenge, but with lava. Nobody truly expected the horn-haired headbutter to be fully removed from the series. But I am a little surprised to see him back so soon.

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Solve an Outer Wilds-style time loop, grow tea on the Moon, and fish on Neptune in this indie game anthology

Fish! Tea! Time! Space! An ‘immersive horror sim’! Stopping the sun from not burning anymore but also not getting burnt in the process! Locally Sourced Anthology I: A Space Atlas does not, somewhat disappointingly, offer the infinite possible game concepts that space allows for. It’s got eight though, which I must say is a good start. Eight experimental indies from different developers, each equally taking part in space as the last.

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Terry Bogard Gets a First Look of His Arrival in Street Fighter 6 at EVO 2024

At EVO 2024, Capcom revealed a first look at Fatal Fury’s Terry Bogard in Street Fighter 6.

Terry was previously revealed as the second DLC fighter of Street Fighter 6’s Year 2 and he will be available in World Tour, Battle Hub, and Fighting Ground when he arrives in autumn 2024.

He is the next fighter following M. Bison and will be released before Fatal Fury’s Elena in spring 2025 and Mai Shiranui in winter 2025.

Terry has been the face of Fatal Fury since its first entry back in 1991 and has already been a guest character in games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Fighting EX Layer, and the Capcom vs. SNK series.

To learn more about Terry Bogard and why this is such an important moment for the Street Fighter franchise, be sure to check out our look at the history and enduring legacy of this beloved character.

Additionally, be sure to check out our Street Fighter 6 review and the official character guide for M. Bison.

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Adam Bankhurst is a writer for IGN. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on TikTok.

Round Up: EVO 2024 – Every Switch Announcement And Much More

That’s a wrap.

EVO 2024 took place this weekend and if you’re curious to know what went down, you’ve come to the right place.

We’ve put together this guide filled with all the announcements and news related to games on the Switch, games announced for Switch as well as some other highlights you may or may not have seen throughout the weekend.

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Tekken 8 Will Finally Get Heihachi in August 2024

Tekken 8 will finally be getting Heihachi Mishima as he will be joining the roster in Fall 2024 as the third DLC character.

The big news was announced at EVO 2024 and it’s a welcome announcement as fans have been waiting for the King of the Iron Fist since he wasn’t part of the roster at launch. It made sense at the time as he met his end during Tekken 7’s story, but he’s been such a mainstay that fans wanted him back in some form.

We had the chance to speak to Tekken’s Katsuhiro Harada and Kohei Ikeda about Heihachi’s return, and they shared the thought process about bringing him back from the dead.

“Tekken 7 really focused on the story arc between Heihachi and his son, Kazuya, and so, we really wanted to show that kind of final conclusion, and he seemed to die at that point,” Harada said. “But then, after that happened, Tekken 8 was released, and we put a lot of effort into the story and the fans really seemed to be engaged with that. And as that was happening, we were kind of feeling that the players kind of missed him as well. Obviously, we did, too. So, it was kind of decided later on that we would do that.”

Despite that, preperations were being made in the background to set the stage for Heihachi’s return.

“We did kind of make the preparations for Heihachi,” Ikeda said. “Reina was one due to that link that she has to Heihachi. And then, if you look closely at the 30th anniversary logo, you can see that it’s comprised of Devil’s wings. There are two different styles, but if you take a step back and look at, it actually looks like the silhouette of Heihachi’s face. Right? So, we were doing some of the preparations in the background.”

While they weren’t ready to share many more details on Heihachi, there did have a few teases to share.

“Like you imagine, it is a bit too early to be talking many details about his character, but to give some hints, he has a very powerful play style throughout the series, so we tried to recreate that in Tekken 8,” Ikeda said. “So, the focus is on that. But also, if you saw the story hints about the monks in the footage and what he has to do with them, that will maybe dictate some of his move set as well.”

Heihachi is the third DLC character for Tekken 8 and follows Eddy Gordo and Lidia Sobieska. While his arrival is exciting, there is plenty more for fans to look forward to, including the first ever story DLC in the Tekken franchise. This new chapter of ‘The Dark Awakens’ will continue the clash between the Kazama and Mishima families and will be available as a free update for all players in the future.

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Adam Bankhurst is a writer for IGN. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on TikTok.

Daily Deals: Final Fantasy XVI, Nintendo Switch Lite, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and More

The weekend is ending, and we’re rounding up the best deals you can find. Today, there are great deals on video games for all consoles, from PS5 to Nintendo Switch. The best deals for Sunday, July 21, include Final Fantasy XVI, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, Nintendo Switch Lite, and more.

Final Fantasy XVI for $29.99

Final Fantasy XVI for PlayStation 5 has hit a new all time low at Amazon at $29.99. As one of the biggest titles of 2024, FFXVI brings a wide variety of new systems and elements to the world of Final Fantasy. You play as Clive Rosfield on a mission to track down the one who killed your brother as a child. You can expect larger-than-life setpieces, mesmerizing boss battles, and a memorable soundtrack from Masayoshi Soken.

Save 20% Off Granblue Fantasy: Relink

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is one of the biggest RPGs released this year. Over five years after its reveal, Cygames released the title officially on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC in January. The game features over 20 different playable characters from the Granblue Fantasy series, with characters like Nier, Rosetta, Lancelot, Percival, and more. Score this RPG now for only $39.99 and join the fun with over 100 multiplayer missions to complete!

Nintendo Switch Lite with Animal Crossing: New Horizons for $159

Walmart currently has the Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition Nintendo Switch Lite available for $159. This bundle includes a turquoise Nintendo Switch Lite and a free digital copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Together, that has a $260 value, which means you can save $100 by purchasing this bundle. If you have not purchased a Nintendo Switch yet, this is an excellent option.

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth for $29.99

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is the latest title in the long-running RPG series. Kiryu Kazama returns following the events of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, uniting with Ichiban Kasuga in a wild adventure you won’t forget anytime soon. Save $40 today and pick up one of the biggest RPGs of 2024.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for $39.99

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is now on sale for the first time since launch! SMT V: Vengeance is an enhanced version of the former Nintendo Switch exclusive SMT V, launched in 2019. The biggest feature available in this upgraded re-release is the all new Canon of Vengeance route, which is essentially 40 hours of new story content. At $39.99, this is a steal for what will likely end up being one of the most popular RPGs of the year.

Save $200 Off This Samsung Odyssey G5 Monitor

If you’re in the market for a new monitor, look no further than this Samsung Odyssey G5 from Best Buy. Right now, you can save $200 off this QHD monitor, which has plenty of top notch features. First, you’ll get a 165Hz refresh rate, which is essential for getting the most out of your games. Additionally, with 32″ of screen, this larger display is perfect for immersion, especially in RPGs and other large-scale titles.

Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion for $19.99

A remaster of the PSP title with the same name, Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion tells the story of Zack Fair and his journey. The game is set years before the events of Final Fantasy VII and is imperative to expanding upon the overall story. Now is a great time to pick up Crisis Core if you haven’t had the chance to play it yet.

Soapbox: New Roots – How Pikmin 4 Made My Move Abroad Bloom

Pik up your life.

Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they’ve been chewing over. Today, on Pikmin 4‘s first anniversary, Alana thinks the half-plant, half-animal creatures known as Pikmin helped her move across the globe…

I define many of the biggest moments in my life contextually. What was I doing, what movies did I like, where was I living, and – perhaps most importantly – what games was I playing? Attaching memories and moments to objects or things is just human nature, whether they’re positive or negative. Personally, it helps me form an attachment that goes beyond “Hey, this video game is pretty good!”

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Guilty Gear Strive to Add Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners in Season Pass 4

Guilty Gear Strive is set to add Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners to its roster in Season Pass 4 in 2025, which will mark the first time a guest character will be added to the series.

As spotted by Wario64, the announcement appears to have leaked ahead of its official reveal at EVO alongside the news that Season Pass 4 will arrive on July 22, 2024.

We didn’t get a good look at Lucy in the game as she is the farthest one away of the new characters, but we did learn she will be joined by two returning characters and a brand new one.

The first fighter will be the Queen of Vialattea, Queen Dizzy, who first appeared in Guilty Gear X and will arrive in October. Venom, who also first appeared in Guilty Gear X, will join the roster in early 2025 and will be followed be the newcomer Unika later next year.

This next season of content for Guilty Gear Strive will also see the additions of a new online battle mode in Team of 3, which will pit the Red Team vs. the Blue Team intense battles with lots of characters. Additionally, there will be a new exclusive color for characters, new stages, and more.

For more, check out our review of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners to see why this is such a big deal, the teaser for the anime Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers, and where Guilty Gear Strive landed on our list of the best fighting games ever made.

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Adam Bankhurst is a writer for IGN. You can follow him on X/Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on TikTok.