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

Resident Evil Requiem is out now

30 years later

Published

February 28, 2026

GadgetMatch

Resident Evil Requiem is now available worldwide, marking the ninth mainline entry in Capcom’s long-running survival horror franchise.

The game launches today on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW. Set 30 years after the Raccoon City Incident, the story returns players to the ruins of a city that defined the series’ legacy.

This time, players follow two protagonists: newcomer Grace Ashcroft, an FBI intelligence analyst investigating a string of mysterious deaths tied to her mother’s murder, and returning fan favorite Leon S. Kennedy. As their paths converge at the center of a new outbreak, both must confront the lingering trauma of Raccoon City and uncover the truth behind the incident that changed the world.

First-person or third-person

For the first time in the series, players can freely switch between first-person and third-person perspectives, blending immersive horror with more dynamic action. Multiple difficulty settings are available, including a Casual mode with aim assist and a Standard (Classic) mode that reintroduces the Ink Ribbon save system while playing as Grace.

Editions available

Resident Evil Requiem is available in Standard and Deluxe editions. The Deluxe edition includes five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two charms, and additional bonus content. A Premium Steelbook Edition bundles the Deluxe content with a limited-edition lenticular card, available while supplies last.

Capcom is also celebrating the launch with a slate of collaborations and collectibles. These include a themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, the franchise’s first-ever amiibo figures of Grace and Leon arriving July 30, 2026, limited-edition watches designed with Hamilton, a one-of-a-kind Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT created as Leon’s in-game vehicle, and 1/6 scale collectible figures launching this fall.

Resident Evil Symphony of Legacy

To mark the series’ 30th anniversary, the Resident Evil Symphony of Legacy orchestral concert series will tour Japan, North America, and Europe later this year. Meanwhile, Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition also arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 today, alongside a Generation Pack bundle exclusive to the platform.

With a return to Raccoon City and a new chapter in survival horror underway, Resident Evil Requiem ushers in what Capcom calls a new era for the iconic franchise.

Gaming

Tales of Berseria Remastered is out now on consoles and PC

A tale of emotion returns

Published

February 28, 2026

GadgetMatch

Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Tales of Berseria Remastered is out now. It’s available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

The remaster brings back the 2016 action RPG with visual and quality-of-life upgrades tailored for current-generation platforms. A new launch trailer accompanies the release. It offers a fresh look at Velvet’s journey, her party members, and her fateful clash with Altorius.

In celebration of the launch, fans in Southeast Asia can join an exclusive giveaway for a chance to win signed memorabilia from their favorite cast member. Details are available via Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia’s official Facebook and Instagram pages. A special video featuring the voice cast has also been released as part of the festivities.

A revenge story returns

Originally released in 2016, Tales of Berseria stood out as the first entry in the long-running franchise to feature a solo female protagonist. Players step into the role of Velvet. Her once gentle nature gives way to a burning desire for revenge after the death of her younger brother.

The remastered edition preserves the emotional weight of that story while refining the experience for modern hardware. Players can now toggle enemy encounters in fields and dungeons and view clearer destination icons for smoother navigation. The familiar Grade Shop is also unlocked from the start, allowing for a more flexible playthrough.

More than 70 pieces of DLC from the original release are included, ranging from character outfits inspired by previous Tales titles to helpful equipment for early adventures.

Game editions and bonuses

Tales of Berseria Remastered is available in both physical and digital formats. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, a Battle BGM pack, a digital artbook and soundtrack, and a Super Growth Support Herb Set.

Early purchasers and pre-order customers receive the Super Adventuring Assistance Set, which includes Apple Gel x10, Grape Gel x10, Life Bottle x10, and Panacea Bottle x10.

Physical copies also feature a reversible inlay with two different cover designs.

Gaming

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves will launch in 2027

The region is based on Southeast Asia.

Published

February 27, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

The tenth generation of Pokémon is here! Kicking off the franchise’s celebration for thirty successful years, The Pokémon Company announced the next mainline games: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves.

The announcement trailer started with a nostalgic reminiscing of a Pikachu across all the different generations over the years. A sudden knock on the door breaks the protagonist’s reminiscing. At the door are two Pikachu dressed in vacation clothes, standing outside a beach house on stilts.

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves isn’t just another trip to another roaring urban-to-rural region. Rather, the generation’s yet-unnamed region wants you to take a vacation in a place inspired by Southeast Asia.

Because of its tropical locale, a lot of the Pokémon featured are more nature- and animal-based. You won’t see a lot of the newer creatures inspired by objects here.

The region will also have a variety of biomes including a forest, a beach, and even an underground volcanic section. And, making a comeback for the first time in years, there will seemingly be an underwater biome filled with aquatic Pokémon.

Highlighting the new generation are three new starter Pokémon: Browt, the Grass-type bird Pokémon; Pombon, the Fire-type dog Pokémon; and Gecqua, the Water-type gecko Pokémon.