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Borderlands 3’s Release Date May Have Leaked
Borderlands 3 had weeks of build-up for a PAX East announcement that put a proverbial ring on it, officially announcing the anticipated loot-shooter. But like a Russian nesting doll, that was yet another teaser, for more details to come on April 3. Those details may have leaked, with a social media post that appears to have dropped the release date.
The official Borderlands account tweeted (and subsequently deleted) word that the game is coming on September 13, and teased a Gold Weapon Skins Pack for pre-orders. The tweet is still visible through Archive.org, so we can say with certainty that it did exist at one point. Another tweet made a second mention of a Gold Weapons Skins pack, and yet another contained a video ad that showed the Epic Store logo. This suggests the game may be the latest to see an exclusive release there, rather than on Steam.
It is April 1, mind, so these accidental leaks may not be accidental at all, and instead a bit of playful high-level trolling. Still, this at least makes a September 13 release date, and exclusivity on the Epic Store, distinct possibilities. We’ll probably know for sure once the official reveal event comes on April 3.
For better or worse, the initial reveal trailer left us a bit underwhelmed, so the event later will give Gearbox a chance to show off the game in detail. So far we only know what we could glean from the initial trailers, so check out everything we know.
from GameSpot – Game News https://www.gamespot.com/articles/borderlands-3s-release-date-may-have-leaked/1100-6465949/
Pokemon Go Brings Back Ash Hat Pikachu For April Fools’ Day
April Fools’ Day is here, and like many other developers, Niantic is celebrating with a special event in Pokemon Go. Last year, the developer memorably replaced the game’s 3D Pokemon models with 8-bit sprites, but this year, it’s giving players another chance to capture a Pikachu wearing Ash Ketchum’s signature hat from the Pokemon anime series.
Throughout the day, you’ll be able to come across a hat-wearing Pikachu when you take pictures using the new Go Snapshot feature. Like Smeargle, the Pikachu–or even Ash himself–will potentially photobomb the pictures you take; if that happens, back out of the mode and the Pikachu will appear in the wild, giving you an opportunity to catch it.
This marks the first time in more than a year that Ash’s hat Pikachu has been available in Pokemon Go. Niantic first introduced it as part of the game’s anniversary event, although there have been numerous other hat-wearing Pikachu since, such as a Santa hat Pikachu during the game’s annual winter event.
This also marks your final chance to catch Giratina in its Altered Forme. The Legendary Gen 4 Pokemon returned to Raid Battles last week following Dialga’s departure. Starting 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET, Giratina will transform into its Origin Forme–the more serpent-like appearance it takes in Pokemon Platinum–until it leaves Raid Battles on April 29. You can find tips on how to catch Giratina here.
Niantic is also kicking off a Bug Out event on April 2, during which Bug-type Pokemon will appear more frequently and Incenses will last twice as long as normal. Following that, the developer is hosting this month’s Pokemon Go Community Day on April 13. The featured Pokemon this time will be Bagon, the base form of the popular Dragon Pokemon Salamence.
from GameSpot – Game News https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-go-brings-back-ash-hat-pikachu-for-april-f/1100-6465947/
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey Just Hit Its Lowest Price Ever At Only $20 (PS4, Xbox One)
One of the best games released in 2018 just dropped to its lowest price ever: Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey is now selling for just $20 at Amazon and Best Buy. The game originally sold for $60, so if you haven’t picked up Odyssey yet, the open-world RPG is an incredible purchase at only $20.
Like previous Assassin’s Creed games, Odyssey takes players back to a historical setting–this time around, it’s Ancient Greece. You’ll choose between two characters–Alexios or Kassandra–and play as a mercenary descended from Spartan king Leonidas I. During the epic adventure, you’ll find lost family members, take down an evil cult, and complete various side quests. Your choices will have a heavy impact on many events, including premature character deaths. The main story itself has nine different possible endings.
If you’re a fan of gorgeous open-world games like The Witcher 3 or Horizon Zero Dawn, you’ll enjoy becoming immersed in Odyssey’s diverse and hyper-detailed locations around Greece. Odyssey’s map is double the size of Origins’, so you can easily sink dozens of hours into exploring its world, if you care to.
“Assassin’s Creed Odyssey’s ambition is admirable, which is reflected in its rich attention to detail for the era and its approach to handling the multi-faceted narrative with strong protagonists at the lead,” wrote Alessandro Fillari in GameSpot’s Assassin’s Creed Odyssey review, where it scored an 8/10. “While its large-scale campaign–clocking in at over 50 hours–can occasionally be tiresome, and some features don’t quite make the impact they should, Odyssey makes great strides in its massive and dynamic world, and it’s a joy to venture out and leave your mark on its ever-changing setting.”
Buy Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
from GameSpot – Game News https://www.gamespot.com/articles/assassins-creed-odyssey-just-hit-its-lowest-price-/1100-6465946/
