Be Quiet’s top-rated PC case, the Pure Base 500DX, is down to $99.90 at Amazon USA today following a $15 drop. This is the best price that this mid tower case has ever reached, and a great deal for a case that includes a mesh front, glass side panel, three Pure Wings 2 fans and RGB lighting.
Many UK gamers have fond memories of Segaworld, a massive arcade billed as the largest in Europe during the 1990s. Greeting visitors at the entrance was a huge status of Sonic the Hedgehog spinning a globe on his finger. It was the most exciting entrance to an arcade a ’90s teen could ever imagine.
IGN Japan editor Daniel Robson is among those who have fond memories of the Sonic statue, saying that it’s “seared permanently” into his memory.
Get ready for a blast from the past 🕹️
We’re thrilled to announce that the iconic Sonic statue from SEGAWORLD London has been found and restored to its former glory! Don’t miss the chance to see this piece of gaming history at our booth at #gamescom after more than 20 years 🎉 pic.twitter.com/sUI11TRSlo
— SEGA Forever (@SEGAForever) August 21, 2023
“The arcade was closed after four years in 2000, and I had assumed the statue was gone forever,” he says
Much like the arcade scene in general, the Sonic statue was thought lost to time. But in a new video posted to Sega Forever on X, the statue is seen being uncovered and beautifully restored. It’s not the only statue fans are trying to save, either. In 2019, we reported on a similar effort to save statues of Sonic and Princess Sally from a Sydney theme park in Australia.
The Sonic statue will once greet visitors at Sega’s booth at Gamescom, which is set to kick off later this week. Sega is currently in the midst of promoting the upcoming release of Sonic Superstars, a classic Sonic platformer that will utilize 2.5D graphics.
Outside of Sega’s lineup, Gamescom is expected to feature a host of upcoming games including Mortal Kombat 1 and Alan Wake 2. It will kick off tomorrow with Opening Night Live, which host Geoff Keighley says will be “less about announcing new projects” and will focus on those already shown.
IGN will be at Gamescom all week. You can find find our Gamescom 2023 how to watch and schedule right here.
Kat Bailey is IGN’s News Director as well as co-host of Nintendo Voice Chat. Have a tip? Send her a DM at @the_katbot.
Update: The collab was teased last week.
Update : Devolver Digital has stopped teasing us, and has officially revealed — and dropped — a brand new crossover for Cult of the Lamb with Don’t Starve Together.
This brand new update, to celebrate Cult of the Lamb’s first anniversary, adds a new Pentinence Mode. Your little Lamb will need to eat and sleep to survive along with its followers. There’s also the Webber, a new follower who can never die of starvation.
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Shinobi, slip on your forehead protectors, because you can now preorder Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections, out November 17! In the next entry of the action/fighting game Storm series, players can relive the story of Naruto and Sasuke’s rivalry, or jump into head-to-head fights as more than 130 ninjas from the Naruto and Boruto anime series.
Although there are 130+ playable characters, players may inevitably find themselves in a mirror match to see who is the strongest Naruto, fastest Minato, or deadliest Madara. At times like these, you can let your own personality shine through your favorite ninjas by equipping cosmetic accessories, selecting different forms of the Substitution Jutsu, unlocking special Finish Scenes, and even adjusting their personal background music. Let’s dive in and check out what the Hidden Leaf Village has in store.
By playing the game, players will unlock several cosmetic items by completing various objectives and challenges. Additionally, players will also gain in-game currency as they play that can be spent on a myriad of items adding a bit more style to your favorite characters.
Not only does each shinobi have various costumes and colors in their wardrobe, they also have a plethora of cosmetic accessories to truly make them stand out. You will be able to equip up to five different accessories on the head, face, shoulders, back & waist, and arm slots. These can range from simple scrolls and masks to stuffed animals. Shinobi may be silent, but who said their fashion can’t be loud?
Sprucing up your fashion is not the only way players can tailor their experience in Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections. With the separately purchased Nostalgic Anime Song and Item Pack DLC, you will be able to change in the in-game music and relive your favorite moments from Naruto with iconic songs like “Blue Bird” by Ikimonogakari; “Silhouette” by KANA-BOON; and more. This DLC pack also comes with additional items such as 2 Substitution Jutsu (Microphone and Orange Headphones) and a Ninja Info Card Skin.
The difference between a genin and a jounin Storm player is strategic use of the Substitution Jutsu. When under attack by an opponent, you can use your Substitution Jutsu to immediately escape their combo and come back with a counterattack. Why not add some flair to your Substitution by customizing its appearance too? Replace the classic log substitution shinobi use with something that speaks to your chosen character, like Anbu masks, dolls, or a bowl of ramen to baffle your opponent. Peruse the many forms below and find what speaks to you.
Finally, we’re finishing up this customization overview with Finish Scenes! When a player wins the battle with a special attack, they can unlock a special Finish Scene. These stills from the anime play out before the victory screen and can change depending on the match-up and a few other factors. From Kakashi and Guy to Jiraiya and Naruto, which character’s Finish Scenes will you try to unlock first?
Pre-Order today and get ready to stand out and show off your style and skills in Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections by customizing your cosmetic accessories, substitution items, background music, and finish scenes! Establish yourself as the strongest and most stylish ultimate ninja when the game releases November 17 on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Plus, pre-order to receive a bonus item set for the NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER game!
• Nanashi T-shirt
• Merz Costume
– Costume: Merz Style
– Hair: Merz
*NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER base game is required to access this content.
*Bonuses may be distributed at a later date.
*Bonuses are not available across different platforms.
*Bonuses are only available for games sold in the same region.
Legendary ninjas reunite in the next exciting entry of the STORM series! NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS is an action/fighting game with fast-paced ninja battles and two different story modes.
• New playable characters join all past characters of the STORM series for the largest roster of ninjas ever!
Select from more than 130 playable characters to fight in powerful ninja battles! In addition to an improved network battle experience, the new Simple mode option allows players to more easily perform various ninjutsu combos. Whether players are beginners or experts, everyone can enjoy heated battles with their favorite ninjas.
• For the first time ever, the history of Naruto and Sasuke’s rivalry has been recut and combined into one game!
Combining original scenes from the Naruto anime with the high-quality battle experience expected of the STORM series development team, this game contains highlights from the beginning of Naruto’s story up to the final battle of the series. Relive the paths of two legendary ninjas!
• Experience a special next generation story!
Play a new, original story where Boruto Uzumaki, the son of 7th Hokage and ninja of the new era, is drawn into a great battle involving the entire ninja world after meeting a girl in a popular online game.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Plus, pre-order to receive a bonus item set for the NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER game!
• Nanashi T-shirt
• Merz Costume
– Costume: Merz Style
– Hair: Merz
*NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER base game is required to access this content.
*Bonuses may be distributed at a later date.
*Bonuses are not available across different platforms.
*Bonuses are only available for games sold in the same region.
The Deluxe Edition includes:
• Main Game
• Season Pass
• Naruto Uzumaki (The Great Ninja War: End)
• Kakashi Hatake (Maskless)
Legendary ninjas reunite in the next exciting entry of the STORM series! NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS is an action/fighting game with fast-paced ninja battles and two different story modes.
• New playable characters join all past characters of the STORM series for the largest roster of ninjas ever!
Select from more than 130 playable characters to fight in powerful ninja battles! In addition to an improved network battle experience, the new Simple mode option allows players to more easily perform various ninjutsu combos. Whether players are beginners or experts, everyone can enjoy heated battles with their favorite ninjas.
• For the first time ever, the history of Naruto and Sasuke’s rivalry has been recut and combined into one game!
Combining original scenes from the Naruto anime with the high-quality battle experience expected of the STORM series development team, this game contains highlights from the beginning of Naruto’s story up to the final battle of the series. Relive the paths of two legendary ninjas!
• Experience a special next generation story!
Play a new, original story where Boruto Uzumaki, the son of 7th Hokage and ninja of the new era, is drawn into a great battle involving the entire ninja world after meeting a girl in a popular online game.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Plus, pre-order to receive a bonus item set for the NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER game!
• Nanashi T-shirt
• Merz Costume
– Costume: Merz Style
– Hair: Merz
*NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER base game is required to access this content.
*Bonuses may be distributed at a later date.
*Bonuses are not available across different platforms.
*Bonuses are only available for games sold in the same region.
The Ultimate Edition includes:
• Main Game
• Season Pass
• Naruto Uzumaki (The Great Ninja War: End)
• Kakashi Hatake (Maskless)
• Costume & Accessory Pack
Legendary ninjas reunite in the next exciting entry of the STORM series! NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS is an action/fighting game with fast-paced ninja battles and two different story modes.
• New playable characters join all past characters of the STORM series for the largest roster of ninjas ever!
Select from more than 130 playable characters to fight in powerful ninja battles! In addition to an improved network battle experience, the new Simple mode option allows players to more easily perform various ninjutsu combos. Whether players are beginners or experts, everyone can enjoy heated battles with their favorite ninjas.
• For the first time ever, the history of Naruto and Sasuke’s rivalry has been recut and combined into one game!
Combining original scenes from the Naruto anime with the high-quality battle experience expected of the STORM series development team, this game contains highlights from the beginning of Naruto’s story up to the final battle of the series. Relive the paths of two legendary ninjas!
• Experience a special next generation story!
Play a new, original story where Boruto Uzumaki, the son of 7th Hokage and ninja of the new era, is drawn into a great battle involving the entire ninja world after meeting a girl in a popular online game.
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The battle for Game of the Summer has found its victor. Remnant 2 beat Diablo 4 to become the best-selling game of July 2023 in the U.S. According to the latest NPD data from Mat Piscatella, Gearbox’s Remnant 2 ranked first in July sales for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and Steam, dethroning Activision Blizzard’s Diablo IV.
Pikmin 4 was July’s other notable debut, jumping into sixth place, just behind Final Fantasy XVI. Online updates also saw the return of Call of Duty: Black Ops II and Call of Duty: Black Ops III to the Top 20, coming in at #13 and #20 respectively.
You can see the 10 best-selling games of July 2023 below.
1. Remant 2
2. Diablo IV
3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
4. Hogwarts Legacy
5. Final Fantasy XVI
6. Pikmin 4
7. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
8. Street Fighter 6
9. Elden Ring
10. MLB The Show 23
Remnant II’s ranking is partly attributed to it selling over a million copies in its first week after releasing on July 25. We called it a “triumphant sequel” in our review, and it quickly jumped to the top of Steam’s charts, fueled by a dedicated community searching for a host of easter eggs.
“Remnant II exceeded our expectations,” Gearbox Publishing San Francisco president Yoon Im said at the time. “As a commercial and critical hit, we’re incredibly proud of the Gunfire team and everyone here at Gearbox Publishing who brought this title to life.”
Remnant II is currently the 18th best-selling game of 2023, with Hogwarts Legacy at number one and Tears of the Kingdom behind it at number 2.
Meanwhile, the PS5 continues to top the charts despite the 19% decline in year over year hardware spending to $292 million. Hardware spending is up overall by 17 percent.
PlayStation 5 was the best-selling platform in both units and dollars last month, with the Nintendo Switch ranking second in both categories. The PS5’s DualSense Edge controller also became the best-selling game accessory of 2023 in dollar sales, driving last month’s accessory spending to $173 million, which is 8% higher than last year’s sales.
The PS5 surpassed 40 million units sold last month, trackling slightly behind PS4 in total sales. The PlayStation 5’s next big release is Spider-Man 2, which is expected to be one of the biggest releases of 2023. It’ll be out October 20 alongside a special PS5 console bundle, which you can pre-order now.
Cristina Alexander is a freelance writer for IGN. To paraphrase Calvin Harris, she wears her love for Sonic the Hedgehog on her sleeve like a big deal. Follow her on Twitter @SonicPrincess15.
Final Fantasy VII is one of the most beloved role-playing games of all time, and its endearing cast is a big reason for its ongoing popularity. Every FFVII fan has spent some quality playtime with the former SOLDIER Cloud, the martial artist Tifa, the flower girl Aerith, and the rest of the misfit AVALANCHE resistance members. We love them, but maybe it’s time for a change of perspective.
Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis (FFVIIEC) is an upcoming RPG that includes a playable new story which revolves around a young Sephiroth. The fledgling world-famous antagonist offers a new point of view on classic moments in Final Fantasy VII’s story. But there’s far more to FFVIIEC than re-visiting the past. Here are seven things you should know about the game.
Sephiroth has been regarded as a top-tier RPG villain since his debut in 1997. Despite his many appearances in the Square Enix universe (and a jaunt into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate), we don’t know much about this black-robed enigma. FFVIIEC takes us back to when Sephiroth was quite young (and still growing out his trademark silver hair). What was Sephiroth like before he was an adult? Was he always destined to be a villain, or is there the spark of a hero in his heart? FFVIIEC tells us the tale.
Sephiroth’s story in FFVIIEC is called “Final Fantasy VII The First SOLDIER,” and it’s a brand-new adventure that also features three new protagonists: SOLDIERs named Glenn, Matt, and Lucia. The hidden truth behind SOLDIER will be revealed as this generation rises, and we’ll find out how the fate of the three SOLDIERS become intertwined with Sephiroth. While FFVIIEC teaches us more about Sephiroth, it also lets us revisit classic Final Fantasy VII characters and locales. Look for new side-stories involving established Final Fantasy VII cast members and plot points, as well as new tales about Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII characters like Zack Fair.
FFVIIEC’s battle system plays off the original Active Time Battle system that drives the fights in Final Fantasy VII. FFVIIEC’s battles inspire nostalgia with the reappearance of certain enemies, bosses, and locales, but the new, modernized visuals give you a new perspective on places you already thought you knew. Limit Breaks and monster Summons happen through cutscenes, and the mobile game’s new options to auto battle or change battle speed let you control the pacing of FFVIIEC’s scuffles.
FFVIIEC lets you power up your dream party with a huge array of materia and weapons. Materia can be synthesized using recipes and materials you collect in the world of FFVIIEC. Special consumable items let you strengthen your weapons. In time, you’ll be able to summon powerful monsters and access new, more devastating Limit Breaks. The more quests you take on, the more these vital resources flow into the construction of your favorite team.
Let’s be honest with ourselves: We love to dress up our favorite video game characters for the same reason we like to put shirts on cats. FFVIIEC recognizes the joy of putting silly (and cool!) clothes on Cloud, Tifa, Aerith, Zack, et al. That’s why you can obtain new outfits, dresses, and costumes for your characters, several designed exclusively for FFVIIEC. Best of all, they stay pristine no matter how many monsters you gut while wearing them.
FFVIIEC doesn’t just contain a meaty story that’s full of familiar faces and brand new surprises. There’s also a co-op mode that lets you team up with friends to take down powerful bosses. Form parties of three by choosing your character–including popular faces like Cloud, Tifa, Aerith, and Zack–and wreak havoc on huge monsters. Coordinate with your comrades in the lobby as well as the battlefield, ensuring that your battle plans should lead you to victory. (Emphasis on “should.”)
Remember how Final Fantasy VII’s character models were revolutionary for 32-bit systems, even though Cloud, Barret, Tifa, and everyone look like they’re made of boxes? Square Enix remembers, which is why FFVIIEC “remixes” the cast. The character models are rendered in a style that recalls the PlayStation’s popular polygons. The visual mix lends the game a unique air.
There’s always a new tale to be told in the Final Fantasy VII universe, and this time it’s Sephiroth’s turn to speak up. FFVIIEC lets you revisit old friends, meet new ones, and test your fighting prowess alongside your friends. Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis is coming to the App Store, as well as Google Play on September 7th.
I don’t know anything about VTubers, aside from the fact they’re virtual… YouTubers…? What I do know, is there’s a Vampire Survivors-like called HoloCure: Save The Fans that’s entirely fan made, entirely free, and revolves around Hololive, a VTuber agency replete with catgirls. I am taken aback by how good it is.
Pokémon came home.
After the Pokémon World Championships made its long-awaited return in London last year, it was announced that the 2023 Championships would be taking place at the Pacifico Yokohama in Japan.
This would be only the second time the tournament has been held outside of North America, making this truly a monumental announcement — somehow, even with Pokémon being huge in Japan, the Championship Series had never been held there. Many felt that this was truly going to be something special. The question is, did the 2023 World Championships live up to the hype?
Read the full article on nintendolife.com
As a new day dawns and the Cult’s followers rise from their slumber, they hear a familiar bell calling them to the temple. The Lamb is already there, preparing for the morning sermon but they hear a loud droning. The Lamb rushes outside to find a small black circle spinning in the air. It starts to grow like a tentacle reaching around itself. The liminal space is filled in forming a black and white spiral but there’s something on the other side!
All of us at Massive Monster, Klei Entertainment, and Devolver Digital are so excited to be announcing that the worlds of Cult of the Lamb and Don’t Starve Together are crossing over. For Cult of the Lamb, this is our first in-game collaboration and it’s the perfect way to celebrate Lamb’s first birthday!
Many of us on the Cult of the Lamb side have played an unhealthy amount of Don’t Starve Together. The fear of surviving another night, the triumph of bringing a little more food back to your base, and the frustration of someone “accidentally” burning down everything you’ve been working on. These are familiar memories that we share with so many players. James Pearmain, art director of Cult of the Lamb, says that he loved feeding pigs and making them follow you. He wondered, could he make a whole game out of that?
Our friends at Klei said that their team was engrossed by Cult of the Lamb as well. From questionable marriage arrangements to ascending their followers to a higher plane of existence, it’s a game that makes you feel like you’re really changing lives for the better.
If you think about it, both games involve some horrifying mechanics. So that’s why I don’t think about it. Instead, I look at the Lamb’s cute face and Wilson’s quirky expressions and think “awww, I’d love a plushie of that.”
They both share a similar visual approach, with 2D artwork in a 3D perspective. That’s why I feel like this crossover works so well. Both games have been able to take items from the other game extremely faithfully. The new tabernacle decorations and sealed chest skin fit right into Don’t Starve Together. While cosmetics like the science machine, Deerclops chess piece, and pig head on a stick will look great in your Cult.
On top of new cosmetics, Cult of the Lamb has added a whole new game mode inspired by Don’t Starve Together. This whole time, you’ve needed to care for your followers by feeding them and building them shelter. But now, The Lamb is also subject to these mortal necessities. In Penitence Mode, you must eat and sleep to survive. And did I mention it’s permadeath? Life isn’t easy for the Lamb as this adds another layer of complexity to the dungeon crawling and base management gameplay.
Finally, a few characters have made their way through the crossover portal. You can unlock a Webber follower form for your Cult! It brings its survival instincts with a unique trait, so it never goes hungry. In Don’t Starve Together, Ewelets will look a lot godlier when they are dressed like the Lamb.
Before I sign off, I want to thank all the players of both games. Without you, we wouldn’t get the chance to continue providing more and more updates to improve our creations. After this crossover, Cult of the Lamb is working on a free major content update focusing on Cult gameplay for later this year and Don’t Starve Together will be continuing its new “From Beyond” content arc with events, items, content updates, and more.
Devolver Digital
The Lamb must keep their Cult flourishing, their Followers faithful, and their power unchallenged as they crusade in this free content expansion, Relics of the Old Faith. It adds brand new ways to spread the gospel of the Cult of the Lamb with powerful new abilities, exciting new characters, and thrilling new challenges.
Delve into the shrouded history of the Lands of the Old Faith as the Lamb fights to conquer those who would question their power. New Cult buildings will appease your Followers while new combat abilities will smite opposing heretics. Uncover the secrets of the Old Faith so you can be the God you want to be in this massive content expansion!
New Combat
The expansion brings a deeper layer to dungeon crawling for new and returning players. With powerful Relic abilities, heavy attacks for each weapon class, and dozens of items to find, the Lamb will unleash delightful devastation.
New Postgame
Another challenge awaits after completing the main story. Revamped dungeons, mysterious characters and challenging boss encounters are in your new quest as the God of Death. Along the way, you can unlock Follower forms, fleeces, unchosen doctrines and more.
New Challenges
Put your skills to the test with several new challenge modes for combatively competent Cult leaders. Boss Rush, Permadeath and other unique challenges await after defeating the final boss.
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Cult of the Lamb casts players in the role of a possessed lamb saved from annihilation by an ominous stranger and must repay their debt by building a loyal following in his name. Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland worshippers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.
BUILD YOUR FLOCK
Collect and use resources to build new structures, perform dark rituals to appease the gods, and give sermons to reinforce the faith of your flock.
DESTROY THE NON-BELIEVERS
Explore a sprawling, randomly generated world, fight off hordes of enemies and defeat rival cult leaders in order to absorb their power and assert your cult’s dominance.
SPREAD YOUR WORD
Train your flock and embark on a quest to explore and discover the secrets of four mysterious regions. Cleanse the non-believers, spread enlightenment, and perform mystical rituals on the journey to become the mighty lamb god.
Klei Entertainment
Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style. Play your way as you unravel the mysteries of this strange land.
Cooperate with your friends in a private game, or take your chances with strangers online. Work with other players to survive the harsh environment, or strike out on your own.
Do whatever it takes, but most importantly, Don’t Starve.
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If you’ve been looking to add some more amiibo to your collection this year, you can now preorder Splatoon 3 amiibo at Best Buy. This collection includes Big Man, Shiver, and Frye – members of the band Deep Cut and hosts of the Anarchy Splatcast – and they’re all set to release this year on November 17.
Click on the links below to preorder yours today from Best Buy’s website.
We adored Splatoon 3 when it was released last year, giving it an 8 out of 10 in our review and explaining that “Splatoon 3’s single-player campaign takes all the highs of Splatoon 2’s creative Octo Expansion missions and places them in a satisfying hub world where freedom of choice lets you get as much as you want out of your playthrough — confident that you’ll be back for more.” We also explained that it has, “smart level design and objectives, and bosses brimming with personality”.
And if you’re looking to pick up even more amiibo, some more exciting new releases from this year have come from The Legend of Zelda series. With the release of Tears of the Kingdom back in May, a variety of Zelda reprints and new amiibo went up for purchase alongside it. Not only did this include the brand new Tears of the Kingdom Link amiibo, but also reprints for an Ocarina of Time Link amiibo, a Twilight Princess Link amiibo, a Wind Waker Link amiibo, and a Majora’s Mask Link amiibo. If you’d like to see every Zelda amiibo available, make sure to check out our breakdown of every Legend of Zelda amiibo for details on what’s available and where you can pick them up. You can find even more amiibo available outside of Zelda in our best toys and collectibles gift guide as well.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.
