Gaming

New characters, summons to expect with FF7R Intergrade

A new group of personalities makes its way to Midgar

Published

May 19, 2021

Gab Orlina

The Final Fantasy VII Remake gets a slight next generation treatment in the form of a free upgrade and new DLC. Announced through PlayStation’s State of Play in February, Square Enix unveiled Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. Now, the company sheds light on more details regarding the next saga in the lore of Final Fantasy VII.

The story as far as we know

With the new DLC, Square Enix adds an entire new episode called INTERmission. It features Yuffie Kisaragi, one of the optional characters in the base game. In the DLC, she will be the main character alongside her partner, Sonon Kusakabe in a mission that takes them to Midgar.

As ninja operatives for Wutai, Yuffie and Sonon will infiltrate the Shinra Electric Power Company for its most powerful materia. In their quest, they will receive support from Avalanche, an eco-terrorist group seeking to save the planet from those misusing mako energy. However, they will encounter swift and strict opposition in fulfilling their mission.

Old faces reimagined

One of the members of the opposition is Nero, more known as Nero the Sable. With the release of Integrade, Nero receives a more modern yet sinister look, harkening back to his design from Dirge of Cerberus. For starters, he retains the dark Mako suit with mechanical wings at the back. Also, part of his redesign includes his patented handguns for combat.

In INTERmission, Nero serves as one of the main antagonists who wields the power to control the darkness. With stylized weaponry and the darkness by his side, he will stand in the way of Yuffie and Sonon from completing their mission.

From the Shinra side, Scarlet makes a grand entrance to the next-gen DLC. In the original Final Fantasy VII, she was the Head of the Weapons Department for Shinra. In INTERmission, she is responsible for creating the materia that Yuffie and Sonon will try to take from the company. As such, she will stand as one of the bosses in the game with a little assist from her weapon of mass destrcution: the Crimson Mare.

More gameplay mechanics to master

With this new episode, there are a ton of new gameplay mechanics to work with. First off is the synergy dynamic between our protagonists, Yuffie and Sonon. Unlike in the Final Fantasy VII Remake, Intergrade only allows you to control Yuffie in battle. However, you can basically give orders to Sonon and even engage in team attacks with him. For instance, both characters have access to synergized versions of their attacks when both their ATB charges are available.

Another common gameplay between these two characters is called a Limit Break. Essentially, it’s a devastating attack that is unleashed unto enemies once a character takes enough damage. This type of attack might come in handy when dealing with Scarlet’s Crimson Mare in the new episode.

Finally, you now have access to entities known as Summons — provided you have the materia for it. These powerful beings will aid you in combat, and you can even order them to do certain attacks. Before leaving the battlefield, these entities will strike with a devastating ultimate attack. In Intergrade, one of these new Summons is Ramuh, the Lord of Levin who wields lightning to strike enemies.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will be available for the PlayStation 5 on June 10, 2021.

Gaming

Bloodborne is getting an R-rated animated film adaptation

And it’s going to be produced by Sony and Jacksepticeye.

Published

April 14, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

FromSoftware fans are eating well these days. Though gamers are still anticipating the arrival of The Duskbloods on the Switch 2, the studio’s other franchises are getting well-deserved nods for adaptations: Sekiro, Elden Ring, and now, Bloodborne.

Sekiro has already been slated for an anime adaptation for a while now. Meanwhile, Alex Garland recently confirmed that he is adapting Elden Ring for A24. Today, Sony Pictures has confirmed that the studio is working on an R-rated animated film based on Bloodborne.

Via Variety, Sony Pictures president Sanford Panitch says that the upcoming adaptation will keep the game’s essence of horror and gore. With a name like “Bloodborne,” you can’t have an adaptation without a heaping of blood.

Besides Sony, the animated project has another big name attached to its production: YouTuber Jacksepticeye. Throughout his career, the creator has been vocal about considering Bloodborne as his favorite game of all time. He even has a tattoo of the Hunter’s Mark on his forearm. For this project, Jack will be a co-producer.

Though the creator’s skill in filmmaking is still a relative unknown, Jack’s love for the game should give the project a gamer’s voice. If anything, Markiplier’s recent Iron Lung adaptation offers optimism that YouTubers can also create decent films.

Gaming

Honkai: Star Rail 4.2 launching next week

New characters, 3rd anniversary rewards, more

Published

April 14, 2026

GadgetMatch

It hasn’t even been that long since Version 4.1 of Honkai: Star Rail dropped, and now, the space fantasy RPG will launch its Version 4.2 update on April 22.

Called “So Laughed the Masses,” this update continues the Trailblazers’ adventure in Planarcadia. The state of the Phantasmoon Games has grown increasingly complex, following the announcement that the victor will permanently become the Aeon of Elation.

Even more plots and schemes are bound to surface as Research Society of Happy Smiles leader Fulwish invites all Supplicants to a public debate. Trailblazers must successfully navigate every hurdle, obtain more Wishpower, and resolve the hidden crisis.

In Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.2, all-new limited 5-star characters Silver Wolf LV.999 and Evanescia will become playable companions.

Furthermore, limited 5-star characters The Dahlia, Castorice, and Firefly, as well as Tribbie, Sunday, and Feixiao, will all appear respectively in the first and second-phase Warp events.

Trailblazers will also be able to unlock the brand-new Path of Elation.

The Version 4.2 update coincides with the third anniversary of the space fantasy RPG, and the title has prepared a series of special events and generous rewards for players.

Players can get 20 free pulls, Stellar Jade giveaways, and free character redemptions. And for a chance to win a Silver Wolf LV.999-themed car and other surprise gifts, simply participate in the “Aha’s Chosen: Spreading Elation Everywhere” online event.

For more on the update, here’s the latest trailer from HoYoverse:

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Honor of Kings: World opens sign-ups for PC Alpha Test

Be among the first to explore Primaera

Published

April 14, 2026

GadgetMatch

TiMi Studio Group has announced the first-ever overseas closed PC Alpha Test for Honor of Kings: World.

Players can register now via this link for a chance to experience the Eastern Fantasy multiplayer action RPG.

The anticipated title is rooted in the globally renowned MOBA game, Honor of Kings, which has 260 million monthly active users.

The RPG counterpart expands the series’ vast lore, turning it into an open world filled with adventure, mystery, and legendary heroes for players to explore.

It is set against the backdrop of Eastern Fantasy and infused with futuristic elements. It introduces players to “the Flow,” a powerful and mysterious force shaping the fate of the world.

In Honor of Kings: World, players begin their journey as students at the prestigious Jixia Academy before venturing across the continent of Primaera.

Along the way, they will encounter iconic heroes, forge alliances, and ultimately challenge the “Chain of Fate” to create their own legend.

Alpha Test details

Participants in the Alpha Test will gain early hands-on access to the game whilst development continues.

This early test will provide valuable insight into core gameplay systems and offer players a first look at the world and features of Honor of Kings: World.

Features include:

Free exploration of the Primaera continent
Dynamic combat system with dual hero Flow Styles
Rich blend of PvE adventure and competitive PvP experiences
Skill-based combat with precise parries, perfect dodges, and highly responsive action gameplay
Cooperative multiplayer boss encounters with evolving mechanics
Social features such as shared world hubs and co-op activities
Home building, farming, and crafting systems

The test will be open to select countries in North America, Europe and Southeast Asia. The title will be available only in English for now, but more languages are expected to be added.