Gaming
Pokémon Go update adds Buddy Pokémon feature; new Easter egg uncovered
The Pokémon Go community can apparently look forward to a new update this week. The update, referred to as version 0.37 for Android and version 1.7.0 for iPhones, will address a number of bugs and performance issues and introduce the Buddy Pokémon feature to the wildly popular mobile game.
You can find the release notes from Niantic Labs’ development team below:
– Implemented Buddy Pokémon: Trainers will now be able to choose one of their Pokémon to be their buddy. A Trainer can earn Candy for their Buddy Pokémon by walking a certain distance
– Made it easier to select smaller Pokémon on the screen
– Fixed an issue where Eggs would sometimes hatch without displaying the animation
– Improved performance reliability when a device switches networks to no longer cause the application to hang or stop updating
– Pokémon Go Plus support
– Minor text fixes
Pokémon Go Plus is slated for release on September 16 so a patch that adds compatibility with the $50 wearable is expected. It connects to your Android or iPhone via Bluetooth and alerts users when something occurs in the Pokémon Go app.
The new buddy system will allow trainers to walk their pokémon for candy, though you won’t exactly see your avatar walking on the map alongside your creature of choice. The candy you receive depends on the creature you’ve chosen, and some pokémon, stronger pokémon, will score you fewer candies than others for the same distance traveled. Also: Evolving pokemon will reset any progress it has made towards generating a new candy.
The Silph Road has put together a nice infographic showing you far you have to travel to generate one candy for every pokémon in the game — excluding the ones that haven’t been found yet; Mewtwo is rumored to dispense one candy every five kilometers. Yikes! Another thing to keep in mind is that you can’t use a buddy pokémon in gym battles.
The new feature also contains an Easter egg that ties back to the game’s roots. Those who can recall the original anime series will know that Pikachu didn’t trust Ash at first, and it took a bit of time for it to sit on Ash’s shoulder. But it appears anime Pikachu isn’t the only one with bonding issues; players will have to walk at least 10 kilometers to see the iconic electric mouse do the same thing in Pokémon Go.
In addition to announcing the new update, Niantic Labs reiterated that it is killing support for rooted and jailbroken devices to mitigate cheating in the game.
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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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