BioWare recently hosted its second Discord Q&A forDragon Age: The Veilguard, offering answers to community questions like if Dwarves will have dedicated beards, how certain combat mechanics will work, and ifDragon Age: The Veilguardhas lockpicking, among others. Speaking under a minor spoiler warning, game director Corinne Busche addressed the lockpicking question and explained a new exploration feature that will be present in the upcoming release. NOTE: For anyone wanting to go into the game completely fresh, this new feature requires a minor spoiler warning as it is tied to Rook and Solas....

ADragon Age: The Veilguardfan points out that the floating fortress above Minrathous (as seen in its prologue/gameplay trailer) bears a striking resemblance to the pieced-together earthen construction of Corypheus inDragon Age: Inquisition. It’s entirely possible that this is just a coincidence, especially given the 10-year difference betweenInquisitionandDragon Age: The Veilguard, but it would be an odd coincidence if so. DuringGame Rant’s preview ofDragon Age: The Veilguard, I noted how similar the prologues of each game were....

Summary Update 1.18 forDying Light 2, also referred to as the Community QoL Update, has just been released, adding a number of bug fixes and changes to the game. Prior to this latest build, the last major update forDying Light 2, Update 1.17, was released in late June. Dying Light 2is the sequel to Techland’s popular survival horror experience from 2015, and it is considered by some to be one of thebest open-world zombie gamesever made....

Summary The freePlayStation Plusgames for August 2024 are now available to claim.PlayStation Plusmembers have until early September to do so. Sony’s subscription service introduces new free games to claim on the first Tuesday of every month. TheJuly 2024 batch of PS Plus freebiesincludedAmong Us,Borderlands 3,NHL 24, and some bonusGenshin Impactcontent. 13 hours 10 hours 19 hours 85 72 82 This latest batch of freebies is largely action-oriented, with the sole exception ofFive Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach....

Summary An exciting development is coming in Natlan forGenshin Impactplayers, as Version 5.1 will introduce a universal 5-Star Support character with Xilonen. Building a proper team inGenshin Impactis key to mastering its combat and tackling the challenges of the Spiral Abyss. While the difficulty in the open world is lenient enough to allow for most combinations, it’s often important to have an on-field carry supported by healers, buffers, or off-field damage dealers....

Summary Ghost of Tsushimafollows the story of Jin Sakai who faces off against Khotun Khan and his army to stop the Mongol invasion of Tsushima Island. Jin is deadly with his sword and bow, and his skills only grow more vast as he becomes the “Ghost” and learns to strike from the shadows. To make the most of Jin’s abilities, players must master his stances. Changing stances helps Jin fight different types of enemies effectively....

Summary Despite being the second game in the franchise,GreedFall 2: The Dying Worldis a prequel set three years before the events of the first game. According to what Spiders has revealed so far,GreedFall 2will focus on the initial spread ofthe Malichor plaguethat drove many colonizers to Teer Fradee in search of a cure. Additionally, while the beginning of the game will seeGreedFall 2’s protagonist, a Teer Fradee native, taken away from their home, the remainder of the game will supposedly take place on the Old Continent of Gacane....

Summary Hades 2has many characters that Melinoe will encounter throughout her journey. The personalities she meets all have their own charm and story, making players continually interact with them in the hopes of learning more. Besides getting to know them, there are a few in which Melinoe can form bonds beyond friendship. This means there are severalromanceable characters inHades 2,and it’s up to the players to find out who. While some are already established as possible romantic partners, there is one that, should the character return, may be quite difficult to create such a relationship with....

The world ofHades 2is full of unique characters, each with their own charm that appeals to different people. While the sequel managed to establish them well, there are concerns regarding what happened to those in the previous game. As people can only speculatewhereHades 2’s story will go following its early access state, many think about what the plot holds for the unseen important figures mentioned within the game. With that in mind, one character’s status in the sequel may show just how dire their situation may be....

Hollow Knightis packed to the brim with iconic moments, lasting memories with any given boss or location that will differ for every player. However, one locale consistently stands above the rest, and it’s one thatHollow Knight: Silksongwill have to replicate if it hopes to live up to the success of its predecessor. The moment the player first steps into the City of Tears stands as one of the game’s greatest moments....

Summary The latestHonkai: Star Railleak suggests the game will implement a brand-new mechanic that allows players to switch between two character paths. Every unit inHonkai: Star Railfollows a path that defines their specific roles within the team. For example, Hunt-based characters usually focus on dealing single-target damage, while Destruction-type units possess high survivability. Honkai: Star Railfeatures seven paths: Hunt, Destruction, Nihility, Erudition, Abundance, Harmony, and Preservation, which offer characters some specialties....

Summary The horror genre immerses players like no other. When done correctly, horror games can create heart-pounding tension, a deeply unsettling atmosphere, and genuine fear. This has led to horror being one of the most popular and replayed game genres, with long-running series still going strong. Whilemany survival horror gamesincorporate a robust combat system, this can ultimately detract from the game’s tension. Once players are proficient at shooting or fighting in the game, they are no longer afraid of the monsters....

House of the Dragonisn’t particularly interested in most of the mystical aspects of its source material.Game of Thronesrarely indulged in its warlocks and incantations, but it was a bit more willing to explore. Aside from the supposed prophecy,House of the Dragonrarely mentions the weird and wonderful aspects of Westerosi lore. Daemon’s experience in Harrenhal was a unique example of the show tangling with strange lore. Just before Daemon watches aGame of Throneshighlight reel, he sees a bizarre figure with a prominent pair of antlers in the godswood....