Gaming
ROG completes gaming lineup with Strix Scar 17 SE, Flow X16
ASUS ROG’s Strix Scar 17 Special Edition (SE) and Flow X16 gaming laptops are now finally available in the Philippines.
The two models complete ROG’s gaming laptop roster this year, and both can be bought starting September 2022 at official ASUS and ROG concept stores and select retailers nationwide.
Strix Scar 17 SE: Peerless performance
The Strix Scar 17 SE is all about powerful performance, as it runs on the latest Intel Core i9-12950HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080Ti graphics. It has up to a 16GB GDDR6 memory and 2TB PCIE4 SSD storage.
It has a 17-inch WQHD display with Dolby Vision, Adaptive Sync, and a refresh rate of 240Hz.
The Strix Scar 17 SE will retail for the following prices:
- PhP 204,995 for the 8GB + 2TB
- PhP 249,995 for the 16GB + 2TB
The following freebies will be included for every purchase:
- ROG backpack
- ROG Chakram Core gaming mouse
- Type-C PD adapter
- MS Office
Flow X16: Versatile and powerful
On the other hand, the touchscreen Flow X16 is powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS processor with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics.
Its versatility comes from the 360-degree hinge, allowing users to switch from different modes such as tent and tablet modes, depending on how they’re using the device.
What’s unique about the Flow X16 is its ROG Nebula display, which is a feature available only to a few ROG gaming laptops for now. It is a 16-inch QHD Mini LED HDR display with up to a 165Hz refresh rate.
The laptop also supports XG Mobile external GPUs up to the latest AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT graphics.
The Flow X16 will retail for PhP 164,995 and will be bundled with the following giveaways:
- ROG Impact gaming mouse
- ASUS pen
- Type-C PD Adapter
- MS Office
Gaming
Wild Rift announces 5th anniversary song with aespa’s Ningning
“Miss This Life” celebrates the players’ journeys and the game’s evolution
League of Legends: Wild Rift is marking its fifth anniversary with a musical collaboration with aespa’s Ningning.
“Miss This Life”, an electro-pop anthem performed by aespa’s Ningning in collaboration with Riot Games, celebrates both the players’ journeys and the evolution of Wild Rift over five epic years.
The song is launching in-game and on major streaming platforms. It captures the nostalgia and energy shared between players and the Wild Rift universe.
The track parallels a player’s journey from college life to adulthood, reflecting both personal growth and the enduring stories of the title’s champions.
In addition, Nidalee has officially joined the Wild Rift roster as part of Patch 6.3. The assassin-mage excels as a Jungler, being able to shapeshift from human to cougar. She has the ability to deal both ranged and melee burst damage.
Also part of the fifth anniversary updates are the pro player-inspired Augments on the AAARAM game mode.
Lastly, Wild Rounds: SMASH, the MOBA’s grassroots competitive series, continues to grow, spanning over 20 regions and thousands of players worldwide.
It reflects the game’s vibrant and expanding community ecosystem. The next installment will take place in Vietnam from November 14 to 16.
Gaming
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage out now
30th anniversary edition, free upgrade, discounted price all available
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, SEGA announced.
The latest entry to the Virtua Fighter series, the new 3D fighting game brings the fight across platforms with crossplay support.
A Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage 30th Anniversary Edition is also edition. It includes swimsuit costumes for characters, plus a must-see collection of pre-production materials, a soundtrack album, and more exclusive bonuses.
Here’s a full breakdown of the 30th Anniversary Edition contents:
- Base game
- 30th Anniversary Swimsuit Costume Set
- 30th Anniversary Music Selection
- Virtua Fighter pre-production secret materials
- Virtua Fighter Legendary Pack DLC, Yakuza Series collaboration pack DLC
- 30 new anniversary celebration ranking titles
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage features rollback netcode, improving the responsiveness of online matches.
This way, players can take on counterparts worldwide in smoother and more intense battles than ever before.
This all-new immersive single player mode will let players travel the globe and compete in a massive tournament. Along the way, there will be formidable foes, including CPUs based on world-renowned players.
Moreover, Dural makes her long-awaited debut as a playable DLC character. Unleash the final boss and teach opponents the meaning of fear.
Those on Steam will automatically have their Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. upgraded to World Stage. They will be able to jump into the updated version at no extra cost, and all unlocks and progress will be carried over.
Lastly, players who own Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown on PlayStation 4 can grab the PlayStation 5 version of World Stage at a special discounted price. All DLCs will be carried over as well.
Gaming
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake launches, completing the Erdrick Trilogy
Completing the Erdrick Trilogy
Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Square Enix have released DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake. It’s available on Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S. It’s also coming to PC via Steam and Microsoft Store for digital editions. Physical copies are available on Switch 2, Switch, and PS5.
The launch marks the final chapter of the Erdrick Trilogy, following last year’s acclaimed DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
A launch trailer is now available, and more information can be found on the Square Enix blog.
Two classic quests rebuilt
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake brings the first two entries of the series back with modernized visuals and expanded content. Set after the events of DRAGON QUEST III, both titles feature new story moments and updated systems. There are also additions such as a fully explorable underwater world and a new playable character in DRAGON QUEST II.
Players follow the descendants of Erdrick as they bring the trilogy’s story to a dramatic close.
Erdrick Trilogy Collection out now
The DRAGON QUEST Erdrick Trilogy Collection, which bundles DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake, is now available digitally.
The HD-2D series
The HD-2D art style blends pixel art with 3D rendering to refresh classic RPG gameplay. The remakes feature this approach alongside a modernised UI and new quality-of-life improvements.
About DRAGON QUEST
Created by Yuji Horii, DRAGON QUEST is one of Japan’s most iconic RPG franchises, debuting in 1986 and later reaching the US as DRAGON WARRIOR. The series has shipped over 95 million units worldwide across 11 mainline entries, multiple spin-offs, and adaptations in film, anime, novels, and manga.
DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age remains one of its most celebrated titles, earning multiple accolades and shipping nearly 8.5 million units globally.
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