Gaming
Hogwarts Legacy RPG will bring the wizarding school to life
Showcased in an all-new 17-minute trailer
Without a doubt, 2022 is the Year of the Open World. Less than a quarter of the year done, the gaming industry has seen remarkable entries to the open-world RPG genre including Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Horizon Forbidden West, and Elden Ring. The year isn’t even done yet. Keeping the genre on its toes, WB Games Avalanche released a huge teaser for the upcoming Hogwarts Legacy, a tale set in the eponymous magical school.
Though the new game shares the same universe as its namesake, Hogwarts Legacy takes place in the 19th century before the original book series’ events. It’s more than just an adaptation. However, if you’ve played the old Harry Potter games in the past, the new game echoes and amplifies the experience with better graphics and worldbuilding.
Playing as their own custom witch or wizard, players go through the classes that the magical school offers. As such, they can choose their house, attend classes, meet professors, make friends, and explore the castle grounds or the areas surrounding Hogwarts.
Of course, it’s not all schoolwork. Though the game focuses on the school, a darkness pervades the world. According to the 17-minute trailer shared in the recent State of Play, players are thrust into the mystery of an ongoing goblin rebellion and an old magic that threatens to change the wizarding world forever.
In that world, players can mold their playstyle to their own liking including preferred spells, battle styles, and even alignment. The trailer even hints that players might be able to use forbidden evil spells like Avada Kedavra.
Hogwarts Legacy is coming this holiday season for the PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Gaming
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales out now
Physical edition available in Southeast Asia
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is out now for multiple consoles and PC. In addition, a physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 is available in Southeast Asia.
Those interested in checking out the game before purchasing can also play the free demo available across all platforms. Saved data from the demo can be carried over to the full game.
There is also a physical Collector’s Edition available, which includes the base game, an original soundtrack, and a desk clock statue featuring Faie.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales lets players explore the World of Philabieldia in Iconic HD-2D Graphics.
The duo of Elliott and Faie traverse a vast world across four ages, teeming with enemy hordes, hidden caves, and ancient ruins.
Elliot can wield seven weapon types, ranging from close-quarters swords to versatile chains and sickles that can reel in enemies.
Each weapon is customisable through
Meanwhile, Faie’s powerful Magic is formidable in and out of battle, whether she’s striking enemies, retrieving hard-to-reach items, or aiding in exploration.
The ultimate goal after all the exploration, character progression, and quests in between is to lift a mysterious curse from Princess Heuria of Huther, saving humanity in the process from beast tribes.
Gaming
Gundam Rogue Orbit coming to consoles, PC in 2027
Bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic action
Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia has announced that Gundam Rogue Orbit is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in 2027.
The announcement trailer has also been released, showcasing high-mobility action. The title delivers a bold new take on Gundam through fast, cinematic combat in an all-new universe.
Gundam Rogue Orbit lets players suit up for humanity and become the pilot they were born to be.
RE-X is the protagonist and pilot of Gundam Helix. He boards the Gundam and fights to confront threats.
As players step into the cockpit, they will join a rag-tag crew of unsung soldiers, ready to face a powerful unknown threat.
Meanwhile, Sophia serves as the title’s heroine. She is a mysterious girl who monitors RE-X’s situation.
Gaming
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut lets you become a K-pop group’s manager
K-pop Idol management sim launches July 16th
PQube and Wisageni Studio have announced that K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut will release on July 16.
The K-pop Idol management sim is launching both physically and digitally on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, as well as digitally on Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam).
In addition, a newly updated demo is available right now on Xbox Series X|S and Steam.
The title invites players to recruit and manage their dream K-pop group on their journey to debut — a behind-the-scenes process those well into K-pop culture and fandom are pretty knowledgeable about.
The game lets players get a taste of life as a K-pop Idol manager, navigating the unpredictable challenges of the industry. There’s scouting talent, managing schedules, choosing outfits, planning social media, and organizing the perfect album.
Players can choose from eight unique trainees, from Minji to Ai. The lineup and skillset of your group is in your hands.
As the manager, it is your job to balance stamina, finances, and workload. Moreover, the bonds you build shape every outcome. Decisions influence how each character perceives you, unlocking new encounters, storylines, and endings.
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut also features exclusive music and special vocal tracks for your group’s debut, produced just for the game. In between, there are mini-games which also contribute to your success as a manager.
As players wait for the game’s release next month, the new demo offers French, German, and Spanish localization, new interactions between trainees, and improved graphics.
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