Gaming
Genshin Impact ver. 4.6: Arlecchino, a submerged empire, more surprises
“Two Worlds Aflame, the Crimson Night Fades”
Genshin Impact Version 4.6 (“Two Worlds Aflame, the Crimson Night Fades”) will go live on April 24. It will feature Arlecchino, who is both an ally and an adversary, and a new explorable area underneath the seas. Moreover, a music festival will allow players to try a limited-time rhythm game in Inazuma.
Arlecchino: Ally and adversary
Known as the “Knave” and Fourth of the Fatui Harbingers, Arlecchino is a 5-star Pyro polearm wielder. Players may recruit her, yet may also challenge her as a Weekly Boss. She will join the first half of Version 4.6 Event Wishes alongside Lyney, followed by Wanderer and Baizhu in the second half. Players will get to know more about Arlecchino and the House of the Hearth in her Story Quest “Ignis Purgatorius.”
Arlecchino will be the first playable character to utilize the Bond of Life mechanic. This mechanic prevents healing by absorbing the HP on the character’s behalf instead of actually healing the character.
Arlecchino may gain a Bond of Life bar above her health bar. When the Bond is equal or greater than a certain percentage of her health, she will take on an offensive state that grants Normal Attacks greater strength and non-overridable Pyro damage by consuming her Bond of Life. Due to her unique Talent, only her Elemental Burst can allow herself to receive healing effects during combat.
Furthermore, as a new Weekly Boss, Arlecchino will impose a Blood-Debt Directive on players who challenge her. Players who have had a Blood-Debt Directive imposed upon them will suffer from the Bond of Life effect. This means they’ll take more damage from her while being unable to be healed. Those who manage to repay the Debt, on the other hand, will reward themselves with a Charged Attack boost.
Sea of Bygone Eras
For adventure seekers, the world of Teyvat continues to expand with the introduction of the Sea of Bygone Eras. The remains of Remuria, a forgotten empire that predates the birth of the Court of Fontaine, lies in this mysterious underwater area.
The Sea of Bygone Eras also features underwater caves, creatures, and forgotten castles for adventures to explore. Learning its “Symphony” will be to reactivating certain mechanics and millennia-old devices. Players may even meet a certain special dragon and confront a new Boss Enemy “Legatus Golem.”
Music festival, limited-time games
Lastly, players may take part in limited-time rhythm games and obtain a new instrument during an Inazuman rock music festival held by Itto on Watatsumi Island. The festival is called the “Iridescent Arataki Rockin’ for Life Tour de Force of Awesomeness.”
Here, players will be able to edit their own rhythm games and invite friends to challenge them via sharing codes. As a reward, they will get their hands on the brand-new “Nightwind Horn” instrument.
To know more about Version 4.6 of the action RPG, watch the update trailer below.
Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Entertainment have revealed a fresh wave of details for The Blood of Dawnwalker, confirming its release on September 3, 2026.
The upcoming dark fantasy open-world action RPG is headed to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, with pre-orders now live across digital storefronts and retail. The announcement came alongside the game’s “Road to Launch” event, which packed in new gameplay footage, story reveals, and system requirements.
Story, gameplay, and a deeper look at Vale Sangora
A new story trailer introduces key characters surrounding protagonist Coen, a Dawnwalker caught between humanity and vampirism. Set in the fictional Vale Sangora in the Carpathian Mountains, the game leans heavily into choice-driven storytelling, where allies, enemies, and outcomes shift depending on player decisions.
Rebel Wolves also showcased over 10 minutes of gameplay captured from a recent PC build. The footage highlights narrative-driven exploration, where uncovering secrets and completing activities can unlock abilities or alter how events unfold. The core idea is simple: every action carries consequences, shaping both the story and the state of the world.
Developers including Piotr Kucharski, Daria Bury-Zawada, Maciej Wiśniewski, and Dorota Rutkowska also broke down key systems and design philosophies in a new dev diary.
Motion capture, editions, and system requirements revealed
A behind-the-scenes segment featured former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz, who contributed motion capture work for Bakir, one of the game’s antagonists. His involvement adds a layer of realism to combat, with a focus on weight and impact in every strike.
Rebel Wolves also detailed multiple editions of the game. Alongside the standard digital version and retail Day One Edition, players can opt for the Eclipse Edition, which includes bonuses like a world compendium, soundtrack, and comic book. A Collector’s Edition will also be available in limited quantities.
Official PC system requirements were likewise shared during the event, giving players a clearer idea of what hardware they’ll need to run the game.
A dark fantasy journey shaped by choice
Set in 14th-century Europe during a time of war and plague, The Blood of Dawnwalker follows Coen’s struggle against Brencis, a powerful vampire lord ruling over Vale Sangora. As a Dawnwalker, Coen walks a fine line between two worlds, gaining unique abilities while dealing with the cost that comes with them.
Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game emphasizes player agency, blending open-world exploration with branching narrative paths. Whether forming alliances or facing off against enemies, every decision feeds back into how the story unfolds.
The Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is making its way to more players, and you can jump in right now.
Square Enix has released a free playable demo for the acclaimed RPG on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC. Better yet, your progress carries over to the full game when it launches on June 3, 2026.
The demo includes Chapters 1 and 2, giving players a substantial slice of the experience right from the start.
A look at the opening chapters
Chapter 1 revisits one of the most pivotal moments in the story — the Nibelheim incident. You take control of a younger Cloud alongside Sephiroth as they investigate a mysterious outbreak of monsters. It’s a story beat longtime fans will recognize, but still hits hard with its modern presentation.
Chapter 2 opens things up. Cloud and the crew step into the Grasslands, where the game starts to flex its scale. Expect a mix of combat encounters, exploration, side activities, and even the in-game card battler Queen’s Blood.
Combat blends real-time action with command-based strategy, now enhanced with Synergy Abilities. The demo also introduces “Streamlined Progression” options like unlimited HP/MP and faster ability unlocks, letting players focus more on the story if they choose.
Pre-orders and physical bonuses
Pre-orders are now open across platforms, with a 20% discount available until June 10, 2026.
Digital editions come with in-game bonuses like Summoning Materia, armor sets, and accessories. Meanwhile, early buyers of the Nintendo Switch 2 physical edition get a little extra — a collectible Magic: The Gathering–Final Fantasy Zack Fair card featuring variant art by Tetsuya Nomura, available while supplies last.
Preparing for the final chapter
Set beyond Midgar, Rebirth follows Cloud and his allies — including Tifa, Barret, Aerith, and Red XIII — as they pursue Sephiroth across a wider world. New companions like Yuffie and Cait Sith join the journey, adding more personality and dynamics to the party.
Already released on PlayStation 5 and PC, the game has racked up over 125 perfect review scores and more than 40 Game of the Year awards. With its arrival on Switch 2 and Xbox, the remake trilogy is now nearly fully playable across modern platforms.
That puts more players in position for what’s next: the third and final installment, which is currently in development.
Gaming
Level Infinite launches Gangstar Mirage City exclusively in PH
A blend of high-speed street racing, exploration, more
Level Infinite has launched a brand new mobile title exclusively available in the Philippines: Gangstar Mirage City.
Players can enjoy a blend of freedom, action, and dynamic gameplay in the free-to-play multiplayer open-world mobile game.
It is set in a near-future metropolis of Rooklyn, where thrilling action, player choice, and unpredictable moments collide.
Mirage City is the latest chapter in Gameloft’s renowned Gangstar franchise, with more than 250 million registered users.
It brings an expansive open-world gameplay to mobile, powered by high-fidelity graphics and detailed environments tailored for mobile play.
At its core, Mirage City is about freedom. As such, players can alternate between story-driven content and free-form exploration. They can navigate the city, build an empire, and define a personal journey.
There’s high-speed street racing, explosive encounters, and dynamic city events. Moreover, there is deep customization across vehicles, properties, and lifestyle, plus a wide range of activities in-game.
Being a Philippines-exclusive, title, the open-world RPG supports Tagalog text as well to bring the experience closer to its audience.
For now, the game is available for download via Google Play for Android devices.
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