IGN UK Podcast #419: The ‘Lot But Big’ Boys
We've got a monster of a podcast this week. Simon's had his head up a Hornetaur in Monster Hunter: World, Krupa's been going off in Shadow of the Colossus and Gav's been have a lovely time watching naughty German dramas and playing Crossing Souls.
We've also got an absolute banger of a Keyword Countdown and Sidekick Simon's Football Manager Update. Would you be happy with a 49% win-rate? Because Gav's not.
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IGN UK Podcast #419: The 'Lot but Big' Boys
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Nintendo Switch Grey With FIFA 18 for £279
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Blade Runner 2049 Director Answers 9 WTF Questions
Blade Runner 2049 is a film that poses as many questions as it answers. Some are big, meaty, existential questions that make you look inwards and perhaps learn about yourself. Others, like the ones we like, are just a bit nerdy.
We got a chance to sit down with director Denis Villeneuve, and posed 9 of our favourites to him. He was very patient.
WARNING: Major Blade Runner 2049 spoilers follow. Scroll down at your own risk.
Valve Claims Final Authority on DotaTV DMCA Takedowns
Dota 2 developer Valve has issued a statement regarding DotaTV streaming following this week's controversy surrounding the ESL One Genting 2018 tournament.
In a new post, Valve states that it is the only entity with the power to send out DMCA notices for games streamed off of DotaTV (assuming the stream isn't using the broadcaster's unique content). Valve goes on to say it designed the guidelines to be flexible, and that it will be Valve's judgment alone to decide who has violated its broadcasting rules.
Valve's full statement is below:
We’ve been seeing a bunch of discussion regarding DotaTV and want to expand on what we’ve said before.
Destiny 2 Iron Banner Patch Adds New Armor, Raid Rewards
The Iron Banner is returning from January 30 to February 6, and the update is bringing new armor and raid rewards with it.
In a post on Bungie.net, the team confirmed the featured mode for the upcoming Iron Banner event is Control, and Iron Banner Engrams earned during the event will provide Season 2 weapons, and more.
Bungie is adding new items to the engrams players receive by visiting Lord Saladin. Season 2 weapons will be included, and the team is adding more in the next event. Players will be able to obtain a hand cannon, scout rifle, shotgun, and other items including a ghost, sparrow, and emblem, shown above. Another possible reward is an Iron Banner ship, but Bungie isn't revealing what it will look like, choosing to save it as a surprise for lucky players to discover for themselves.
Secret of Mana PS4 Remake: 8 Big Changes Not Found in the SNES Original
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Secret of Mana, the colorful and dynamic Super Nintendo RPG that remains near and dear to many an old-school JRPG fans's hearts.
Though the original title received an enhanced port for iOS in 2010 and Android in 2014, publisher Square Enix decided to reintroduce the game to old and new players alike with a proper remake for PC, PS4, and Vita – one that remains faithful to its roots while adding a few changes to make it more accessible to modern gamers. Below is a quick roundup of some of the biggest changes not found in the original SNES title. It's out February 15.
The 2D sprites and 16-bit graphics from the original have been swapped out for 3D models, giving the game a more modern look and feel.
Secret of Mana Producer on Possibility of Switch Release
Masaru Oyamada, the producer of the upcoming Secret of Mana remake for PlayStation 4, PS Vita, and PC, spoke to IGN about the possibility of the game eventually making its way to Nintendo Switch, as well as the chances of the Seiken Densetsu Collection ever getting a release outside of Japan.
While Square Enix doesn't currently have plans to port the full 3D Secret of Mana remake to Nintendo's latest console, the demand for a Switch version has the studio considering the possibility.
"When we originally started to develop this title, the Switch wasn't announced at that time, and so we started developing for the PlayStation platforms," Oyamada explained. "With that said, after announcing this, there has been quite a bit of demand for the Switch version. So, we are taking in that feedback, and if there is large demand for it we'd like to see what we can potentially do. But no plans as of yet."
The Last Jedi Director Reveals Options Considered for Rey’s Parents
Rian Johnson, the director of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, has put a lot of thought into Rey's parents.
Between The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, many Star Wars enthusiasts debated Rey's heritage. In a recent interview on The /Filmcast, via /Film, Johnson revealed some of the ideas he toyed with before reaching his final decision, which moviegoers witnessed in theaters last December.
Be warned, the following includes spoilers for Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
In The Last Jedi, a conflicted Rey reaches out to Kylo Ren as a kindred spirit; both of them feeling alone in their search for meaning and purpose. In a heated moment, Ren asserts Rey's parents are not coming back for her, but rather she was sold off to pay for their next fix. The revelation Rey was a "nobody" was a shock to many fans expecting her to be a secret Solo, Skywalker, or even Kenobi.
Ubisoft Explains Rainbow Six Siege Price Increase
Ubisoft is making significant changes to the ways players can purchase Rainbow Six Siege.
Effective February 13, 2018, Siege's $40 Standard Edition will be replaced by a $60 Advanced Edition, the studio announced today. The Advanced Edition comes with everything included in the Standard Edition, but tacks on 600 Rainbow Six Credits and 10 Outbreak Collection packs, which contain cosmetics from the upcoming Outbreak event.
Outbreak Packs can be purchased separately for 300 Credits (around $5) apiece. You can also earn four packs by logging in during the four-week event. These packs guarantee unique items with no chance of duplicates.
Shadow of the Colossus Vinyl Soundtrack on the Way
Sony has just announced the Shadow of the Colossus soundtrack is coming to vinyl, and you can preorder it now.
The new 2-LP set is being developed in cooperation with iam8bit and Japan Studio to celebrate the upcoming PlayStation 4 remake of Team Ico's classic game. 35 of composer Kow Otani's tracks have been specially remastered for vinyl, and will be printed on two translucent vinyl's stored in a tri-fold sleeve featuring all new album art from Fables artist Nimit Malavia. The vinyl set will cost $40 and is available on iam8bit's website. Check out the collection below:
In addition to the vinyl set, iam8bit has also revealed a limited edition Shadow of the Colossus screenprint with art by Mark Englert. The print, which features Wander, Agro, and all 16 of the game's colossi, will measure 36" x 12" and will be limited to only 350 copies. It is also available for preorder now on iam8bit's site for $80.