Gaming

Honkai: Star Rail 2.6: Paperfold University, 3rd Simulated Universe

Arriving on October 23

Published

October 17, 2024

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Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.6, or the “Annals of Pinecany’s Mappou Age,” will be released on October 23, 2024. This update will allow Trailblazers to explore Paperfold University. The third Simulated Universe DLC will also be available, as well as new 5-star character in Rappa.

In Honkai: Star Rail 2.6, players will journey back to Penacony after the recent Xianzhou adventure concludes. In the Version 2.6 Trailblaze Continuance mission, “Banana Outrage: Battles Without Ninja and Humanity,” Trailblazers will step into the university as an auditing student, fully immersing themselves in the joys of campus life.

Paperfold University is a prestigious cosmic institution bustling with activity as it prepares for a new semester and its anniversary celebrations. Players can witness clubs recruiting new members, music performances, and an exclusive academic seminar featuring notable figures in Penacony. Also, the Astral Express crew has been invited as distinguished guests to partake in the festivities.

New ally

Here, players will meet a powerful new 5-star ally, Rappa. Rappa calls herself a ninja, attributing everything to the art of “ninjutsu.”

In battle, Rappa enters Sealform after unleashing her Ultimate. He will then unleash Ningu: Demonbane Petalblade to deal damage to groups of enemies efficiently. She can even reduce the Toughness of enemies without Imaginary Weakness.

Meanwhile, limited 5-star characters Dan Heng • Imbibitor Lunae, Acheron, and Aventurine will make their return to the first and second halves of the Version 2.6 warp event, respectively. Their can be recruited as powerful allies in players’ future adventures.

3rd Simulated Universe DLC

Lastly, Honkai: Star Rail 2.6 will introduce the much-anticipated third Simulated Universe DLC. This follows Swarm Disaster and Gold and Gears.

This time, a massive void, the Unknowable Domain, has emerged within the Simulated Universe. It was initially simulating the Scholars’ Strife, a post-Second Emperor’s War event. In this event, scholarly factions battled for control of the Scepter, a cluster of inorganic bionic neurons that served as Emperor Rubert II’s external thinking unit with immense processing power.

In the latest Simulated Universe update, Trailblazers will start by collecting Scepters and enhancing them with Components to strengthen their abilities. As the game progresses, players can strategically combine multiple Scepters and Components to unlock powerful synergies and defeat the formidable final foe.

Gaming

REMATCH: Elite Edition out now

Physical retail for PS5

Published

November 15, 2025

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Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Sloclap announced the physical release of REMATCH: Elite Edition for PlayStation 5.

The launch brings the online football hit to store shelves for the first time. It follows a strong digital debut over the summer. The Elite Edition ships with the full Season 1 experience. This includes cross-platform play, ranked 3v3 matches, and a full lineup of unlockable bonuses.

A new launch trailer is now available.

Exclusive content in REMATCH: Elite Edition

The physical release includes the base game plus a packed collection of in-game rewards:

Two Captain Pass Upgrade Tickets
Upgrade the Free Pass to the Captain Pass and access premium rewards like new hairstyles, shoes, and clothing patterns.
Blazon Player Background & Title
A bold nameplate and title to stand out on the field.
Blazon Pattern (Top & Bottom)
A seamless pattern that adds a signature look to any outfit.
Blazon Jewel Set
Rings, bracelets, earrings, and a necklace for players who want flair with every match.
Blazon Buckler Tank Top
A classic top styled with blazon detailing.
Glitcher Trainers
Futuristic shoes that glow purple while sprinting.
Blazon Augmented Reality Cage
A vibrant blazon-lined AR arena effect that activates during play.
Digital Blazon Cap
A flashy digital cap that highlights player identity and status.

What is REMATCH?

REMATCH brings the energy of the world’s biggest sport into high-speed 3v3, 4v4, or 5v5 matches. Each player controls a single character in a third-person arena with no fouls, no offsides, and nonstop action. Quick decisions and strong teamwork decide every match.

REMATCH is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Gaming

Horizon Steel Frontiers is an MMO set in the Horizon universe

The game is built for mobile but will have cross-play gameplay with PC.

Published

November 13, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

A few months ago, Sony sued Tencent for copying design elements from the Horizon series for the latter’s upcoming game, Light of Motiram. Though the game has been relatively silent since the kerfuffle, was Tencent on to something? Today, Sony and a Korean studio named NCSoft have officially announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, an MMO set in the Horizon universe.

It’s not just a simple announcement either. The title now has an official 10-minute video to preview the upcoming title. Right now, the trailer has nothing but cinematics, pre-alpha footage, and developer interviews. However, it’s a clear commitment to bringing the MMO to life.

Both the cinematics and the pre-alpha footage show off the familiar mechanical beasts of the series. The main goal of the title is to team up with other players and take down colossal beasts.

The game is set in the Deathlands, a new region inspired by Arizona and New Mexico. Players will have the entire state to play with. And, instead of Aloy, they can create their own personalized characters.

Horizon Steel Frontiers is built for smartphones. However, Sony and NCSoft are working towards cross-platform gameplay for the PC.

Right now, especially since the released footage is from pre-alpha development, we don’t know when the MMO will launch. However, it does look extremely exciting for fans of the original duology.

Gaming

ViewSonic levels up the holidays with free Steam Wallet codes for gamers

Buy ViewSonic, get Steam Credits

Published

November 13, 2025

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ViewSonic Gaming is turning up the fun this holiday season with its Bonus Level Steam Wallet Promo. They’re giving gamers in the Philippines up to PhP 500 worth of Steam Wallet codes with every purchase of a participating ViewSonic Gaming monitor.

Running until December 31, 2025, the promo applies to a wide lineup of high-performance gaming monitors, including fan favorites like the VX2479A-HD PRO and XG2737.

Gamers who buy eligible models can redeem:

PhP 250 Steam Wallet Code – for 24-inch and below models (including portable touch models)
PhP 500 Steam Wallet Code – for 27-inch and above models (including OLED and high-res variants)

To claim, buyers simply need to:

Purchase a participating model from any authorized ViewSonic retailer.
Upload a photo of the invoice and product box serial number via the official Google Form.
Wait for verification — the Steam Wallet code will be sent directly to their email.

Full promo details and redemption link are available here: https://www.viewsonic.com/ph/promos/bonus-level-promo

A new model joins the fray

Also launching this season is the VX2425-HD-PRO. It’s now available exclusively online via Shopee and Lazada. Priced at ₱6,499, it features a 24-inch Full HD display, 200Hz refresh rate, SuperClear® VA panel, and HDR10 support — ideal for gamers who want performance on a budget.

The VX2425-HD-PRO is also part of the Bonus Level promo, so every purchase lets gamers claim a free Steam Wallet code.