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Present more inclusively with new live captions & subtitles in PowerPoint
Live presentations can be thought-provoking, inspirational, and powerful. A great presentation can inspire us to think about something in an entirely different way or bring a group together around a common idea or project. But not everyone experiences presentations in the same way. We may speak a different language from the presenter, or be a native speaker in another language, and some of us are deaf and hard of hearing. So, what if speakers could make their presentations better understood by everyone in the room? Now they can with live captions & subtitles in PowerPoint.
In honor of the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’re announcing this new feature—powered by artificial intelligence (AI)—which provides captions and subtitles for presentations in real-time. Live captions & subtitles in PowerPoint supports the deaf and hard of hearing community by giving them the ability to read what is being spoken in real-time. In addition, captions and subtitles can be displayed in the same language or in a different one, allowing non-native speakers to get a translation of a presentation. At launch, live captions & subtitles will support 12 spoken languages and display on-screen captions or subtitles in one of 60+ languages.
Live captions & subtitles in PowerPoint brings:
The power of AI to presenters, so they can convey simple and complex information across subjects and topics.
Speech recognition that automatically adapts based on the presented content for more accurate recognition of names and specialized terminology.
The ability for presenters to easily customize the size, position, and appearance of subtitles. Customizations may vary by platform.
A peace of mind with security and compliance knowing that the feature meets many industry standards for compliance certifications.
The feature joins other accessible features in Office 365, like automatic suggestions for alt-text in Word and PowerPoint, expanded availability of automatic closed captions and searchable transcripts for videos in Microsoft Stream, enhancements to the Office 365 Accessibility Checker, and more.
Here’s what one of our customers had to say:
“We are constantly looking for new ways of ensuring that the Government of Canada sets the highest possible standards as an accessible and inclusive workplace. We welcome such positive advances in technology, like this feature, that allows everyone, and notably those with disabilities, to better communicate ideas. They help break down barriers and lead to greater inclusiveness to the benefit of individuals and society as a whole.” —Yazmine Laroche, deputy minister responsible for Public Service Accessibility
Live captions & subtitles in PowerPoint will begin rolling out in late January 2019 and will be available for Office 365 subscribers worldwide for PowerPoint on Windows 10, PowerPoint for Mac, and PowerPoint Online.
[Gamasutra examines the writing process behind the Dragon Age series by speaking with lead writer David Gaider, delving into how the team wanted to focus more on the “dark” in “dark heroic” and balance player choice throughout the game.]
In late 2009, BioWare booted up a new fantasy RPG franchise with Dragon Age: Origins, which rose to become one of the top games of that year. The game received particular accolades for its writing, which used a decision-based narrative structure and weighty, nuanced dialogue to tell an epic, emotionally-driven story. The writing went on to win a number of awards, and was a key component in the game’s success.
Not surprisingly, BioWare moved quickly on a sequel. Dragon Age II was released in early 2011, delivering a new story that expanded on the original’s rich game world. However, the game represented a departure from its predecessor, in a narrative sense. BioWare decided to ignore its own blueprint for success with Dragon Age II.
Gamasutra spent some time with David Gaider, lead writer on the Dragon Age franchise, who explained the ins and outs of how Dragon Age II was written.
“It’s an interesting process, approaching the story for a sequel,” says Gaider. “There’s a certain level of expectation among fans, and especially with a game like Dragon Age: Origins thatfollows so many different story branches, only so many options we could consider.
“Do we pick one branch and continue the story of the Warden, excluding all others? Do we try to accommodate multiple storylines from the outset? Do we start a new main character with a different story branch? Or do we try something new?”
Gaider and lead designer Mike Laidlaw decided they didn’t want to tell the same story with new names and faces. If there was one thing about Origins’ writing that was often criticized, it was that the plot followed a predictable Hero’s Journey. So they decided to focus more on the “dark” than the “heroic” in their “dark heroic” fantasy sequel, and go for a grimmer, more personal tale.
It was Laidlaw who first proposed the new game concept. His idea was this: instead of telling a linear, he suggested they modify the structure on a high level and jump between the major moments of a character’s life. Instead of telling a story over a short span of time in a wide open world, they would set the game within a single city, and jump through an epic ten-year period. This would be accomplished with the help of a framing device, allowing for the time jumps to be implemented as flashbacks.
“[The new approach] definitely allowed us some unique opportunities,” Gaider says. “Sometimes the lack of an ability to hand-wave time passing means we end up with a lot of events happening in an unrealistically short span, or repercussions for a player’s actions that either need to occur instantly or be relegated to the epilogue. So this offered us the chance to give a sense of greater scope.”
However, there were also unknowns. What would it feel like to play a game where you don’t see time’s gradual passage? Would jumping through time break narrative unity and pull the player out of the story? And how would this work from an implementation standpoint? Would creative resources get bogged down trying to account for the long-term impact of minor decisions that the player made five years ago in game time?
These questions began to work themselves out as the process unfolded. In some ways, the new concept worked just as planned. But in others, the team found that certain RPG elements emerged naturally, as a function of the genre, rather than as a matter of tradition. The game ultimately came to reflect a blend of these ideas – the concept as it was originally envisioned, and the actual limitations revealed by the writing process.
Sucker Punch Productions is looking for a Senior Lighting artist with a minimum 5 years of experience and a solid understanding of current run-time rendering technologies.
We have a dynamic, creative and friendly atmosphere at our studio where you can have a big impact on a project as an individual and as part of the team.
Responsibilities
Lighting tasks on a significant portion of game environment.
Must communicate effectively.
Work closely with Leads and Art direction to achieve art goals.
Master proprietary lighting system, tools and systems.
Must be able to meet milestones and deadlines.
Troubleshooting lighting, art and tech issues, work to solve the issues with Leads, AD or engineers.
Qualifications and Skills
5-years of experience in video game production with solid understanding of advanced run-time rendering technology, deferred lighting, light maps and baked lighting tech.
Ability to work with minimal direction and desire to take on responsibilities within team-based work environment.
Must have general knowledge of physical based lighting and rendering.
Ability to research or track down real-world reference when needed.
Traditional drawing, painting, photography or sculpture skills a plus.
Excellent Maya skills.
Highly developed eye for color, compostion and detail.
Problem solver with ability to learn new technologies and software on-the-fly.
Previous PlayStation game development a plus.
Portfolio and other Requirements
A portfolio review is required.
Applicants must be able to work in the USA and willing to relocate to the Seattle, WA area.
Whether you’re just starting out, looking for something new, or just seeing what’s out there, the Gamasutra Job Board is the place where game developers move ahead in their careers.
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Welcome to Next Week on Xbox, where we cover all the new games coming soon to Xbox One! Every week the team at Xbox aims to deliver quality gaming content for you to enjoy on your favorite gaming console. To find out what’s coming soon to Xbox One, read on below and click on each of the game profiles for pre-order details (dates are subject to change).
Xbox One X Enhanced – Return to an apocalyptic Earth in Darksiders III, a hack-n-slash action adventure where you assume the role of Fury in her quest to hunt down and dispose of the Seven Deadly Sins. The most unpredictable and mysterious of the Four Horsemen, Fury must succeed where many have failed – to bring balance to the forces that now ravage Earth.
Floor Kids is a one-of-a-kind breakdancing game featuring a unique trick-style rhythm gameplay. Innovative controls allow you the freedom to play the way you like with a dynamic scoring system that rewards your moves based on musicality, originality, and style.
Fractured Minds is an immersive artistic short game, exploring anxiety and mental health issues. Embark on a journey through the human psyche to experience the everyday challenges associated with these conditions.
Xbox One X Enhanced – A racing game inspired by the great hits of arcade racers like Out Run, Top Gear, and Rush with classic arcade gameplay. Also features split-screen multiplayer across all modes and battle racers as well as the elements like rain, snow, harsh sandstorms, and even a volcanic eruption.
Gnomes Garden: New Home is a continuation of the exciting fantasy strategy game about the world of gnomes. Obtain the Crystal of Eternal Light and return prosperity!
The Gardens Between is a surreal puzzle adventure that follows best friends, Arina and Frendt, as they fall into a mysterious world of beautiful garden islands. Manipulate time to solve puzzles and discover the secrets of each island.
Asterix and Obelix are back! Asterix & Obelix XXL 2 describes itself as a “a superb blend of action and adventure for all ages,” bringing the experience of the original game to Xbox One. The graphics pay tribute to the comic books and the gameplay has been designed with new and unique attacks.
Transform into your Mega Gunship form to blast your rival head-on in this unique shooting game with a competitive twist. Featuring competitive split-screen levels where you invade your opponent’s side of the screen for a new take on classic shmup action. Also features a single-player arcade mode.
A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game about two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing cubs, and a son reconnecting with his father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son’s life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree. Note: Updated the release date on the original entry.
Xbox One X Enhanced – GoatPunks is a multiplayer game of goats, mountains, good ole head-butting action with lightning and fire to rain down on your friends below. Battle other players to become king of the mountain and fight through an onslaught of bombs, obstacles, and each other to climb to the top of 9 uniquely themed mountains each offering distinct challenges.
Featuring a new franchise mode, thousands of new players, new stadiums, an improved AI opponent, and a host of other improvements, Axis Football 2018 returns to give football fans another gridiron game to enjoy on Xbox One with deep customization options.
Race on 30 different tracks all over the world and test the speed of more than 230 bikes available. Immerse yourself in a modern 3D environment where you’ll compete side-by-side with your bike, modifying it mechanically and aesthetically thanks to the new livery editor, and play an in-depth career mode that will give you tons of picks from among the best bikes in the world.
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7.20d: ==
* Melee heroes below 300 base movement speed increased by 5
* Tranquil Boots: Movement speed reduced from +28% to +24% * Power Treads: Attribute bonus increased from 12 to 14 * Phase Boots: Now has the active again instead of the passive * Mask of Madness: Movement speed changed from +12% to +25 constant * Yasha: Movement speed changed from +8% to +25 constant * Manta Style: Movement speed changed from +8% to +25 constant * Sange and Yasha: Movement speed changed from +12% to +35 constant * Yasha and Kaya: Movement speed changed from +12% to +35 constant * Wraith Band: Recipe cost increased from 220 to 240 * Bracer: Recipe cost increased from 220 to 240 * Null Talisman: Recipe cost increased from 220 to 240
* Axe: Counter Helix damage reduced from 75/110/145/180 to 60/100/140/180 * Axe: Level 15 Talent reduced from +4 Mana Regen to +3 * Brewmaster: Primal Split cooldown increased from 140/120/100 to 140/130/120 * Brewmaster: Level 10 talent reduced from +30 Damage to +20 * Clinkz: Burning Army damage type changed from Pierce to Hero type (50% vs heroes to 100%) * Clinkz: Burning Army base attack time increased from 1.5/1.35/1.2 to 1.75/1.6/1.45 * Dazzle: Intelligence gain reduced from 3.4 to 3.2 * Dazzle: Bad Juju cooldown reduction reduced from 30/40/50% to 20/35/50% * Elder Titan: Level 25 Talent changed from Astral Spirit Grants Spell Immunity to +600 Echo Stomp Wake Damage * Ember Spirit: Base armor increased by 1 * Faceless Void: Time Lock chance reduced from 10/15/20/25% to 10/14/18/22% * Faceless Void: Level 10 Talent reduced from +20 Damage to +15 * Grimstroke: Ink Swell max damage reduced from 160/240/320/400 to 100/200/300/400 * Grimstroke: Ink Swell max stun duration reduced from 2/2.6/3.2/3.8 to 1.7/2.4/3.1/3.8 * Grimstroke: Soul Bind cooldown increased from 80/65/50 to 90/70/50 * Io: Tether heal/mp transfer rate from 1.2/1.3/1.4/1.5 to 1.05/1.2/1.35/1.5 * Juggernaut: Omnislash now removes debuffs on cast * Juggernaut: Level 15 Talent reduced from +25 Attack Speed to +20 * Keeper of the Light: Will-o-Wisp now has a 100/125/150 gold bounty * Keeper of the Light: Will-o-wisp manacost increased from 200/300/400 to 250/350/450 * Lich: Base movement speed reduced from 315 to 310 * Magnus: Empower cleave damage reduced from 30/45/60/75% to 20/38/56/74% * Magnus: Level 15 Talent reduced from +15 Strength to +12 * Magnus: Level 20 Talent reduced from +12 Armor to +10 * Monkey King: Mischief invulnerability duration reduced from 0.3 to 0.2 * Nature’s Prophet: Agility gain increased from 2.8 to 3.3 * Nature’s Prophet: Wrath of Nature’s max targets increased from 16 to 18 * Phantom Assassin: Phantom Strike attack speed duration reduced from 2.5 to 2.25 * Phantom Assassin: Blur now has a 0.4 second cast point * Phantom Assassin: Coup de Grace damage reduced from 230/340/450% to 210/330/450% * Puck: Dream Coil stun duration from 1.5/2.25/3 to 1.8/2.4/3 * Rubick: Telekinesis cooldown increased from 28/26/24/22 to 34/30/26/22 * Rubick: Telekinesis lift duration reduced from 1.1/1.5/1.9/2.3 to 1/1.4/1.8/2.2 * Sand King: Sand Storm cooldown from 40/32/24/16 to 40/34/28/22 * Sand King: Burrow Strike stun duration from 1.9/2/2.1/2.2 to 1.6/1.8/2/2.2 * Sand King: Level 15 Talent reduced from +50 Sand Storm DPS to +40 * Slark: Leash distance increased from 350 to 400 * Slark: Shadow Dance movement speed reduced from 30/40/50% to 20/35/50% * Slark: Level 25 Talent reduced from +100s Essense Shift Duration to +80s * Spirit Breaker: Greater Bash damage reduced from 12/20/28/36% to 8/16/24/32%
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Red Dead 2's Confirmed Cheat Codes: How To Get And Activate Them
The newest release from GTA developer Rockstar Game, Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4 and Xbox One, is a game that is filled with secrets and details. Its core story alone takes 50-plus hours to complete as you slowly accumulate wealth and honor. But if you're someone looking for a shortcut, we've got you covered. Much like the original game and GTA V, Red Dead 2 features an assortment of cheat codes that unlock additional resources, with some injecting odd gimmicks and quirks into your game. Bear in mind, you shouldn't expect these to work in Red Dead Online when that releases in late November.
To find the Cheats menu in Red Dead Redemption 2, press the pause button and select the Settings option. In this menu, press Triangle or Y (on PS4 and Xbox One, respectively) to pull up the Cheats menu. From here, you'll find a long list of locked cheats. Initially, you won't know what any of these do or how to unlock them. Many of these codes can be activated by putting in the correct phrase, but others will require some extra time and effort.
In addition to finding passwords while exploring the world, some of which are written into the ground, throughout the game you'll find newspapers for sale in towns, and some of these offer clues as to how to unlock these extra fun options. More newspapers will become available after completing main missions, which you'll see detailed in news articles. While many of these cheats introduce some mostly benign bits of fun--such as keeping your character, Arthur Morgan, perpetually drunk--activating these codes at any time will have some consequences for your save game. Once you activate these codes, all Trophies and Achievements will be deactivated on this particular file. As a result, before trying any of these codes, be sure to make a separate file for your main save.
With over 30 codes to unlock, some of which have some specific requirements, we've collected a list of cheats that we've uncovered thus far. We also have a separate feature discussing some of the most entertaining and best cheats in Red Dead Redemption 2. Be sure to check back with GameSpot as we update this page with new codes, and how to find them.
Cheat Code
Name
Description
How To Unlock
A fool on command
Drunk
Always stay drunk (can be turned off in cheat menu)
No requirements
Abundance is the dullest desire
Infinite Ammo
Unlimited ammunition for all weapons.
Unlocked by purchasing the New Hanover Gazette No. 27 in Valentine or the Blackwater Ledger No. 62. Can be done after journeying to Horseshoe Overlook in Chapter 2.
Better than my dog
Increase Horse Whistle Range
Activating will allow your Horse to find you regardless of distance.
No requirements
Greed is American Virtue
Heavy Weapons
Grants you instant access to the Bold-action Rifle, Mauser Pistol, Pump Action Shotgun, and Semi-Automatic Pistol.
Unlocked by purchasing Saint Denis Times No. 46 or the Blackwater Ledger No. 65 after completing the mission Advertising, the New American Art in Chapter 3.
I shall be better
Set Dead Eye To Level 3
Activating this cheat will upgrade your Deadeye skill. Level 3 is the initial level, but more will be added as it is unlocked.
No requirements
I seek and I find
Set Dead Eye To Level 5
Activating this cheat will upgrade your Deadeye skill. Note this is tied to the "I shall be better" cheat.
No requirements
Keep your dreams simple
Create Wagon
Activating this cheat will spawn a wagon, and along with another horse.
No requirements
Run! Run! Run!
Create Race Horse
Activating this cheat will instantly spawn a Race Horse for use.
No requirements
The lucky be strong evermore
Increase Stamina
Activating this cheat will grant infinite stamina for you and your horse
Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 68 after the mission Dear Uncle Tacitus in Chapter 5.
Virtue unearned is not virtue
Increase Honor
Activating this cheat will increase your Honor to the maximum amount (good honor)
Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 67 after the mission Banking, The Old American Art in Chapter 4.
Would you be happier as a clown?
Create Circus Wagon
Activating this cheat will create a Circus Wagon for use.
Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 73 during Epilogue Part 2.
You flourish before you die
Set Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye Bars to Full
Restores all health, stamina, and Dead Eye energy to full.
No requirements
You are a beast built for war
Create War Horse
Activating this cheat will create a War Horse for use.
Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 72 during Epilogue Part 1.
You long for sight and see nothing
Fog Of War
Activating this cheat will reveal the full map before discovery.
Unlocked by purchasing the Blackwater Ledger No. 66 or New Hanover Gazette No.31 after the mission Blood Feuds, Ancient and Modern in Chapter 3.
You seek more than the world offers
Fortify Heath, Stamina, and Dead Eye Bars
Activating this cheat will refill and fortify Health, Stamina, and Dead Eye bars.
Unlocked by purchasing the New Hanover Gazette No.36 after completing The King's Son mission in Chapter 6.
You want more than you have
Create Superior Horse
Activating this cheat will create a Superior Horse for use.
No requirements (Hint location: Deer Cottage northwest of Annesburg. Found written into the shelves of the drawers)
Red Dead 2 is now available on PS4 and Xbox One. If you want to hear more of our thoughts on Rockstar's expansive open-world western, check out our full Red Dead 2 review. We've got much more in store for the game in the coming weeks, which includes our new recurring series QuickDraw. For now, take a look at our round-up of fascinating and interesting facts the game doesn't outright tell players, and along with other useful tips you should know.
Editor's note: Our Red Dead 2 cheats are based on a mix of in-game discovery, and through online research at sites including IGN and Reddit.
So, what’s on the horizon for Nintendo Switch fans for what’s left of 2018, then? We’ve compiled a list of all the good stuff coming out at retail in December and January next year, so feast your eyes and prepare your wallets – this could be painful.
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December’s must-have Switch game is not up for debate. Legendary game worlds and fighters collide in the ultimate showdown. Fighters, like Inkling from the Splatoon series and Ridley from the Metroid series, make their Super Smash Bros. series debut alongside every Super Smash Bros. fighter in the series ever.
Ultimate lets up to eight players square off in action-packed battles that are all about smashing beloved video game characters off the screen. You won’t want to miss this.
If you fancy some Joy-Con waggling action this Christmas you might like to pick up Fitness Boxing for your Switch. Unfortunately, the US will have to wait until the New Year to duke it out with this one. Get off the couch and get moving with fun, boxing-based rhythmic exercises set to the instrumental beats of songs by popular artists. You can personalize your workouts by selecting from different fitness goals. Train your way, whether you’re on your own, with a friend, at home, or on the go!
If you never had the pleasure of playing this on the Wii U, then you are in for a treat. New Super Mario Bros. U is some of the finest 2D Mario platforming action known to man, so it’s a welcome addition to the ever-growing Switch library. Luigi’s first starring role in a platforming adventure, New Super Luigi U, is getting the deluxe treatment too, and comes packed in.
Hit the road in an all-new adventure with gaming’s most hardcore otaku assassin. Enter the world of the Death Drive Mark II, and hack and slash your way out of its various games. Pass a Joy-Con to a friend for local co-op, with special team-up charge attacks. You won’t want to miss this latest game from visionary director Suda51.
More Awesome Nintendo Switch Games
Aside from the highlighted games above, there are lots more Switch retail games which might take your fancy in December and beyond.
Awesome Accessories For Your Switch
We saw a whole slew of interesting accessories released for the Switch in the past few months, but more are on the way. Here are some tantalising accessories coming up in December and beyond, which we found for your consideration.
So that’s it for December and January – did we miss anything? Let us know with a comment and also tell us if you’ve pre-ordered any of these goodies!
Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Skyrim and Fallout 4, welcome you to Fallout 76, the online prequel where every surviving human is a real person. Work together, or not, to survive. Under the threat of nuclear annihilation, you’ll experience the largest, most dynamic world ever created in the legendary Fallout universe.
What’s new with Fallout 76
Celebrate America’s 300th birthday with bonus in-game items!
Emerge fully prepared and patriotically styled in the new American frontier. The Tricentennial Edition includes the game, Tricentennial Power Armor Customization for the T-51, T-45, T-60, and X-01 Power Armors, Spectacularly Handsome Vault Boy Mascot Head, Tricentennial Weapon Customization for the 10MM Pistol, Hatchet, and Laser Rifle, Tricentennial Commemorative Photo Frame, Patriotic Uncle Sam Outfit, Celebratory Vault Boy Saluting Emote, and First-Class Tricentennial Workshop Posters.
Game features
You will Emerge!
Multiplayer finally comes to the epic open world RPGs of Bethesda Game Studios. Create your character with the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. system and forge your own path in a new and untamed wasteland with hundreds of locations. Whether you journey alone or with friends, a new and unique Fallout adventure awaits.
Mountain Splendorland!
All-new graphics, lighting and landscape technology brings to life six distinct West Virginia regions. From the forests of Appalachia to the noxious crimson expanses of the Cranberry Bog, each region offers its own risks and rewards. Post-nuclear America has never looked so beautiful!
A New American Dream!
Use the all-new Construction and Assembly Mobile Platform (C.A.M.P.) to build and craft anywhere in the world. Your C.A.M.P. will provide much-needed shelter, supplies, and safety. You can even set up shop to trade goods with other survivors. But beware, not everyone will be quite so neighborly.
The Power of the Atom!
Go it alone or with fellow survivors to unlock access to the ultimate weapon – Nuclear Missiles. This destruction also creates a high-level zone with rare and valuable resources. Do you protect or unleash the power of the atom? The choice is yours.
Game details
Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Skyrim and Fallout 4, welcome you to Fallout 76, the online prequel where every surviving human is a real person. Work together, or not, to survive. Under the threat of nuclear annihilation, you’ll experience the largest, most dynamic world ever created in the legendary Fallout universe.
Reclamation Day, 2102. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers—chosen from the nation’s best and brightest – emerge into post-nuclear America. Play solo or join together as you explore, quest, build, and triumph against the wasteland’s greatest threats.
4K: 4K Ultra HD not available on Xbox One or Xbox One S consoles.
HDR: HDR functionality available with supported games and TVs.
Xbox One X Enhanced: Enhanced features for Xbox One X subject to release of a content update. Games information at xbox.com/enhanced.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 1st)
Yet another week has just flown by and we now find ourselves in the bitterly cold month of December (unless you’re one of the lucky ones enjoying the warmth of summer in Australia). As it’s the weekend, Team Nintendo Life has got together once again to talk about which games we’ll be enjoying over the next few days. Feel free to read through our posts below, and then join in yourself via the poll and comments section. Enjoy!
Austin Voigt, contributing writer
Still playing Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! this weekend, as last weekend was a bit of a wash with the Thanksgiving holiday stateside. I’ve earned four badges so far – currently avoiding the Team Rocket hideout in Celadon, though, because I know it’s going to be a long grind with a lot of battles. I just keep going to the department store and buying more accessories in the meantime… Fair warning: my life is consumed by Pokémon, and will be for some time.
Dom Reseigh-Lincoln, reviewer
For some reason, my weekend gaming exploits always seem to come in contrasting pairs, and this one is no exception. After two long years, Yo-Kai Watch 3 is FINALLY coming to the West and I’ve got a review build to sink my teeth into. I don’t really know why I love this series so much, but I’m all in on a final 3DS hurrah before the next one eventually arrives on Switch. I’ll also be leaping headfirst into the prehistorical proving grounds of ARK: Survival Evolved. Can a game as big as this really work on Switch? I’ll be breaking out my best loincloth and wooden spear combo to find out…
Ryan Craddock, staff writer
Earlier this week, a friend of mine incredibly kindly let me join his family plan for the Nintendo Switch Online service (I’ve been hesitant to buy my own subscription as it just didn’t feel worth it for my own gaming lifestyle). Thanks to this, I’ve finally been able to allow myself back into Splatoon 2 and I had forgotten just how amazing the game really is.
I hadn’t played it for a good five months or so until this week, so I nervously dipped my toes back into the safe (and rankless) Turf Wars at first. Fast forward a couple of days, though, and now I’m right back in the heart of the ranked games; I need a bit of practice to get back to my best, but I’m enjoying every splat, every clever play, and every juicy victory as they come. Oh Splatoon 2, how I’ve missed you.
Liam Doolan, news reporter
This weekend I plan to spend every second I possibly can in Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! because I know I likely won’t be returning to it for a good month or two when Super Smash Bros. Ultimate finally arrives next week. I’ve got to admit the streamlined approach of these Let’s Go games has really grown on me. The new entries have even encouraged me to start playing Pokémon GO on mobile again.
When I’m not focused on becoming a Pokémon master, I might sneak in a quick session of Horizon Chase Turbo. I also downloaded the Sega AGES version of Out Run from the eShop earlier this week, so I’m sure I’ll make some time for that as well.
Gonçalo Lopes, contributing writer
A new month is here – a smashing month if you will – and this is the last weekend before my whole life is shaped by a certain release next week. Thus the time has come to complete the last chapter of Valkyria Chronicles 4, rounding up one of my personal GOTY nominees with a bang. Shmup fever is running high due to timely eShop releases of R-Type Dimensions EX, Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax and the utterly brilliant Rival Megagun, and there’s no excuse to neglect my driving skills with more GRIP and Road Redemption sessions scheduled as well.
Speaking of those same skills, it probably won’t surprise you that my game of the week is Horizon Chase Turbo. In fact, it was already another of my personal Game of the Year nominees and I am very happy to see the Switch version running without compromise when compared to the PC version I picked up earlier this year. Blue skies forever!
Alan Lopez, contributing writer
This weekend I’ll be picking up my recent save file of Civilization 6.
My goal on Saturday is to end a trade dispute between India and France, though this is complicated by recent international tariffs that were imposed due to a land dispute on the Mumbai border. All of this is really straining relations between these two world powers and, more importantly, all their respective city-states. My advisors suggest that not somehow aussaging these economic sanctions could ultimately lead to a decrease in population for my local Brazilian cities if, in fact, an unintended loss of tourism came to pass by the feared lack of luxury resources and that consequential loss of income.
I’m looking into it, but it’s possible the only workaround is a casus belli that my citizens can rally around; perhaps a religiously imposed conflict that plays into the return of the Great Prophet, a unit I recently received after winning a wonder race against Theodore Roosevelt. It’s very likely, however, that the physical fallout from even a popular conflict may ultimately impact my population just the same, as casualties of war could mount, considering the geographical impact the mountain range bordering my civilization to the west imposes. Or just maybe, I might expand my civilization to the north to forgo this, though I worry this may anger neighboring countries who are still upset over my autocratic leanings.
Ha ha, just kidding guys! I’m totally just playing Let’s Go! Pikachu again.
Which games are you playing this weekend? (103 votes)
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Video: Building an environment to tell a story in Dear Esther
The original Dear Esther started out as a Half-Life 2 mod and was popular among the modding community, but lacked in visual detail which was consistent with the amount of narrative being detailed. So how did the game manage to reconnect the visuals with the story?
In this GDC 2013 talk, LittleLostPoly’s Robert Briscoe discusses his philosophy and approach to some of the important processes involved in telling a rich visual story through the environment of Dear Esther.
In addition to this presentation, the GDC Vault and its accompanying YouTube channel offers numerous other free videos, audio recordings, and slides from many of the recent Game Developers Conference events, and the service offers even more members-only content for GDC Vault subscribers.
Those who purchased All Access passes to recent events like GDC or VRDC already have full access to GDC Vault, and interested parties can apply for the individual subscription via a GDC Vault subscription page. Group subscriptions are also available: game-related schools and development studios who sign up for GDC Vault Studio Subscriptions can receive access for their entire office or company by contacting staff via the GDC Vault group subscription page. Finally, current subscribers with access issues can contact GDC Vault technical support.
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