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More stable framerate [Update:Speaking to Eurogamer, Xbox planning lead Albert Penello stated that the upgrade will be “insignificant.” They unlocked “a little more processing power to enable HDR,” but “that’s it.” Whenthe Xbox One Swas revealed yesterday, it was assumed that it was merely smaller and thus, more convenient. Rarely in console history does a new iteration come out that can outperform its predecessors.But according to Polygon, who spoke to The Coalition (Gears) head Rod Fergusson, it will be a slight upgrade....

While I have no problem with analysts in theory, I really hate some of the bad ideas they attempt to give publishers. Take, for example, today’s cavalcade of opinions that suggest Sony could strip down its free PlayStation Network in order to make paid subscriptions more attractive. Sony mightlikethat idea! “I think it’s unlikely that they will require a fee, but think they will strip down the free version to multiplayer and not much else to encourage people to pay the fee,” said Michael “Dairy Lips” Pachter....

Guided Games doesn’t cut it One of the greatest things that ever happened to extremely niche activities is matchmaking. There was a certain joy in rounding up 40 people inWorld of Warcraftraids back in the day, but I can’t say I miss it. No, I like the idea of hitting a button and getting matched up with other people, whether it’s instant (LFR) or gradual (LFG).Anthemis going to have this by default for its raids when it launches next year....

El Alamein, Arica Harbor, Noshahr Canals, and more maps with player-defined rules Battlefield 2042has a new player-customizable mode, Portal, that’s helping to round out the multiplayer package (and further justify the game’s price in a world whereCall of Duty:Warzoneexists). Details about Portal leaked this morning slightly ahead of schedule, andRipple Effect Studios(formerly DICE LA) announced the mode during EA Play Live 2021. Battlefield Portal is basically a custom game experience — you’re able to hop in and just play, or you canget in the weedsand fine-tune your own funky sandbox rules and logic....

You get Awakenings by using the Purified Curse Hand item at Level 300+, which is a random Special Grade drop from any chest. There are various ones you may roll with buffs and cosmetic changes but what is the best one? Let’s find out inallJujutsu InfiniteAwakenings tier list. All Jujutsu Infinite Awakenings Tier List AllJujutsu InfiniteAwakenings are decent but none are S-Tier powerful, so I’llrate them using only A, B, and C tiersdepending on how effective and flexible they are....

There are lots of different ways to playWarzone, but for many, getting into close-quarters battles is the most enjoyable. If you feel that way, you’ll need a good SMG, and the FJX Horus could be the one for you. Here’s the best loadout, including attachments and equipment. Added in Season 3, the FJX Horus is a powerful SMG, but does come with some pretty hefty recoil that you’ll need to learn to control....

Dark Horse may have accidentally revealed when Mass Effect: Andromeda will come out BioWare and its parent company Electronic Arts have been pretty sparse with information about the upcomingMass Effect:Andromeda.That’s why it was such a big deal whenSony showed off some new footageduring the PlayStation 4 Pro reveal last month. Though originally targeted for aholiday 2016release,Andromedaofficially gotbumped to 2017in March of this year. Since it’s such a high profile game and has already been delayed, it’s easy to see why neither EA or BioWare would want to commit to a release date just yet....

This contest is pretty wonderful In today’s contest you can win a physical copy ofThe Wonderful 101: Remasteredfor Switch or PS4! Depending on your perspective, games once exclusive to the ill-fated Wii U are now being remastered and re-released for modern consoles. As someone who didn’t have Nintendo’s baffling-but-cool system, it’s a good thing that I get to play stuff I would have never caught in the first place! The Wonderful 101is one of those games that deserved a wider audience, and now that it’s remastered for Switch and PS4, it’ll get it!...

Linux and Mac users win! Following the initiallyquiet releaseof the originalHalf-Lifeon Mac and Linux the other day, Valve has decided to follow it up with the release ofCounter-Strike 1.6for both platforms. Much like withHalf-Life, if you already haveCounter-Strikeon your Steam account, the game should appear on your list when you sign into the client for Linux or Mac. Keep in mind that itisin beta and some users have pointed out several issues — but for the most, part it seems to be running pretty smoothly....

Does that name sound familiar? While Jesper Kyd didn’t score the originalDarksiders(that was Cris Velasco, Mike Regan, and Scott Morton), you may recognize his name from such titles asAssassin’s Creed,Borderlands, and theHitmanseries. He’s a big deal in game music, and he’s been tapped to score the upcomingDarksiders II. What we have here are four tracks from the game, fully streamable, for your enjoyment. We’re really digging the laid back and moody atmosphere so far, so let us know what you think....

The Coil is one of the leading new activities forDestiny 2’sSeason of the Wish. With winding paths, optional buffs, and new scoring systems, it can take a little acclimation before players feel entirely comfortable. Even with the appropriate knowledge, luck still plays a hefty role in achieving a Platinum score in The Coil. Guardians must keep their eyes peeled and navigate cautiously, or efforts could be for naught. If mistakes are repeatedly made, there’s even the chance that players will be sent back to Orbit....

Because we’re getting one! There’s potential for aMirror’s Edgetelevision show. Endemol Shine Studios has acquired the rights for an adaptation, as reported byDeadline, but you never know if and when these things will pan out. Aside from questions of what the show might look like (it’s hard to imagine the production would be able to nail the iconic look of the pristine, near-future cityscape) and what could be done to make the plot more engaging and suitable for television, I’m left wondering about the parkour — the thing that makesMirror’s Edgespecial....

Dragon’s Dogma 2is a delightful ARPG, that much we know for sure. Leaning heavily on its legacy and novel, cutting-edge technology and immersive worldbuilding, this game will be the talk of the town in 2024, but its official release brought with it an issue: a remarkable number of microtransactions. The problem is so prevalent, in fact, thatDragon’s Dogma 2– which enjoyed stellar critique and came highly recommendedaccording to OpenCritic– came out to a ‘Mostly Negative’ review rating on Steam....