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	<br>~~This ambitious action-RPG with soulslike elements has already garnered praise from critics. Many have hailed it as one of the best non-FromSoftware soulslikes~~, ~~comparable to beloved titles like~~ Lies of P . It ~~is also one of~~ the ~~most visually impressive games of 2024~~, ~~achieving world-class standards in art~~ and ~~presentation by fully utilizing Unreal Engine 5's features~~ to ~~bring its vision of Eastern mythology to l<br><br>The story is one~~ of ~~the more compelling parts~~, ~~meeting characters~~ that ~~you may be familiar with in the lore, but how it’s told isn’t always particularly well done~~. While ~~we’ll get to~~ the ~~amazing aesthetics and presentation later~~, ~~most~~ of ~~the chapters generally start in~~ a ~~rather confusing manner. Our little monkey friend will end up in these new lands by methods unknown to~~ the ~~viewer~~. ~~Whether it’s sneaking in a chest~~, ~~waking up with a hundred arrows~~ in ~~you~~, ~~or just teleporting through~~ an ~~ancient warrior statue, there’s never~~ a ~~good linear path for the storytelling~~, ~~with what seems like portions of~~ it ~~left out.~~<br><br> <br>~~An exciting development for fans of indie games in 2022 is a brand new handheld from Valve~~, the ~~Steam Deck~~, set to release in ~~February . With ambitions to become the Nintendo Switch for PC gaming~~, ~~Valve's handheld~~ will ~~ostensibly~~ be ~~able~~ to ~~play any game from Steam~~'s ~~library – a vast collection~~ that ~~is predominantly made up~~ of ~~indie games. What's incredible about~~ the ~~Steam Deck, and why it~~ will ~~open so many doors for gamers, is that it~~ is ~~really~~ a ~~portable PC masquerading as a game console~~. ~~The Steam Deck will run on Valve's Linux-based operating system called SteamOS~~, ~~but players will still~~ be ~~able to play Windows games thanks to Valve's compatibility t~~<br><br>~~We are seeing more developers from~~ the ~~mobile space breaking out into the AAA market~~ as ~~of late. Just this year we had the Korean Shift Up bringing the spectacular Stellar Blade~~ , ~~a studio well known~~ for ~~the titillating Goddess of Victory: Nikke~~ . ~~Now we have Game Science,~~ a ~~Chinese developer best known for the Art of War: Red Tides from nearly a decade ago~~, ~~taking a swing at a single-player~~, ~~story-based release~~. ~~And what~~ a ~~way to introduce themselves to~~ the ~~market, as [https://www.blackmythwukongtalk.com/~~ Black ~~Myth Wukong Crafting Guide]~~ Myth: Wukong ~~has all the potential~~ to be ~~one of the best games of the year. They take elements from titles~~ such as ~~Dark Souls and Sekiro~~ to ~~create a rich and unique~~ world ~~that’s filled to the brim with adventure and mystery~~. ~~Utilizing Unreal Engine 5~~, ~~Game Science has crafted a visually~~-~~spectacular experience~~, ~~but is~~ the ~~gameplay deep enough~~ to ~~keep~~ the ~~player’s attention?~~<br><br> <br>~~Apart from that, taking down Wandering Wight~~ is ~~just~~ a ~~matter~~ of ~~recognizing which attacks are coming~~ and ~~getting out of~~ the ~~way~~ of ~~them~~. ~~Of course~~, ~~that~~'s ~~easier said than done~~, ~~but~~ its ~~strongest moves are telegraphed very clear~~<br><br> <br>~~The story~~ is ~~another standout~~, ~~delivering deeply emotional moments~~ that ~~may catch~~ some ~~players off guard. Additionally~~, the ~~game~~ can ~~be played in couch co~~-op with ~~a friend, making for an even more engaging experie~~<br><br>~~The presentation in Black Myth: Wukong is out~~ of ~~this world. Game Science utilized~~ the ~~Unreal Engine 5~~, ~~and it shows as there’s nothing quite like what they’ve been able~~ to ~~create~~. ~~Whether it’s~~ the ~~volumetric clouds interacting with every swing~~ of the ~~staff or the atmospheric lighting effects~~, the ~~Chinese studio has finely crafted one~~ of ~~the most beautiful games ever created. With that said~~, ~~there are still flaws that seem to come~~ with ~~Unreal Engine and non-linear releases. Namely, some~~ of the ~~rock geometry~~ and ~~their textures can be low quality~~. ~~Looking at this high-quality environment only for you to turn your camera~~ and ~~see a low resolution chunk of rock sticking out like~~ a ~~sore thumb takes you out of the experience. It’s far less prevalent than something like Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth~~ , ~~but it’s still present.~~<br><br> <br>~~Senua~~'s ~~Saga: Hellblade 2~~ is ~~arguably~~ the ~~best-looking and technically impressive~~ game ~~mentioned in this article~~, ~~showcasing almost photorealistic graphics that were previously unimaginable. Thanks~~ to ~~the game's focused scope (around eight hours~~ of ~~gameplay)~~ and ~~relatively confined environments, every detail is polished~~ to ~~near perfection — from the rugged landscapes surrounding Senua~~ to ~~the subtle expressions on characters' faces~~, ~~visible not just in cutscenes~~ but ~~during actual gameplay~~ as w<br><br> <br>~~Wandering Wight is very strong at close range~~ , ~~often stringing together several attacks at once~~, ~~but still has some strong attacks that it can use at range. It~~'s a ~~menace and can take you down in just a couple of hits if you fail to read it properly~~, ~~but he does have one big weakn<br><br> <br>2022~~ may be ~~looking like a busy year~~ for ~~indie games, but there are still~~ several ~~titles that gamers are waiting patiently to hear more~~ details about~~. ConcernedApe~~'s ~~Haunted Chocolatier , developer and publisher Eric Barone's follow up~~ to the ~~immensely popular Stardew Valley, has been fairly reclusive so far. Only confirmed towards the end of 2021~~, ~~Haunted Chocolatier has a similar aesthetic to its predecessor~~, ~~but will see~~ players moving to a new town and attempting to become a chocolate-maker as they gather resources and forge friendships with the townspeople. ConcernedApe released some new screenshots of Haunted Chocolatier recently, showing off previously unseen locations and the familiar 16-bit art style. Although there is no release date yet, ConcernedApe has assured fans that more news will ~~come throughout 2~~<br>		<br>Developed by Neowiz Games and Round 8 Studio, Lies of P is eerily reminiscent of Bloodborne . It caught the eye immediately when it was unveiled back in Spring 2021, thanks to a grim, Lovecraftian setting mixed with some diverse enemies and flashy combat. The game follows Pinocchio as he looks to navigate the city of Krat, while using a unique 'lie' system that affects gameplay dynamically based on his interactions. While the story of Pinocchio is an extremely well-known one, Lies of P promises to feature a retelling the likes of which hasn't been seen before. Offering visceral, challenging combat against some of the most creative enemies seen in the genre, Lies of P is an extremely exciting proposition. While the game doesn't yet have a release date, it is expected to arrive sometime in 2<br><br> <br>While no gameplay footage has yet been released, based on the trailer's grim premise, it seems to be taking heavy inspiration from Dark Souls ' aesthetically dark world. The game is set to release in 2023, and fans will be hoping to see some gameplay emerge soon. Of course, it's quite possible that one or more of the titles on this list will be delayed. This is becoming a regular occurrence recently, and fans have learned to somewhat temper their expectations. Should they all manage to meet the 2023 release schedule though, then it could indeed be one of the strongest ever years for Soulslike ga<br><br> <br>Built using Unreal Engine 5 , the game looks visually stunning, and if it plays as well as it looks, then gamers could be in for something special. Each time a subsequent trailer has been released, fan hype accelerates even further, and this title is probably the most hotly anticipated on the list. The game has a vague 2023 release window which everyone will be hoping it me<br><br> <br>The common thread between the villainous narrators in the latest trailer for Black Myth: Wukong seems to be __ a hostile cynicism towards Buddhist teachings - a skepticism towards whether achieving enlightenment is even possible, and a belief that those who claim to pursue such as goal are hypocrites trying to conceal their vices from the world. Indeed, the two un-translated narrators in the Black Myth: Wukong trailer articulate this cynicism further, asking the game's protagonist (and player) if they're truly able to overcome destiny and break free from the snares of des<br><br> <br>One of the biggest questions fans have had about Black Myth: Wukong is whether it will simply be a boss rush game from start to finish or if players will experience the same level of freedom and side content generally found in a standard modern action RPG. Thankfully, Game Science has confirmed that the world would eventually open up for players to meet new NPCs, acquire side quests, and uncover plenty of secrets. Regardless, it's still refreshing to see the final trailer for Black Myth: Wukong open with an environmental showcase, as if to reassure the game's followers that its world is much bigger than a mere boss r<br><br> <br>A Soulslike game is pretty easy to identify. They are usually heavily combat-focused with an emphasis on dodging and parrying enemy attacks, offer a large weapon variety that can affect play styles, feature checkpoints that respawn enemies if used, and include epic, tough-as-nails boss encounters. Several of these games, some of which have been in the pipeline for a while, are set to release in the next calendar year, and each of them will be looking to prove they can stand toe-to-toe with FromSoftware's best gam<br> <br>From Team Ninja, developer of the acclaimed Nioh games, comes Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty , which looks to be a spiritual successor to Nioh . Featuring the cast of characters from China's Three Kingdoms era, who fans of the Dynasty Warriors series will know well, the game is a mixture of tough, unforgiving combat, with elements of the supernatural and otherworldly beings. A demo was released in September, and as fans would expect from a Team Ninja title, it proved to be extremely challenging even in its beta ph<br><br> <br>It seems like the breadth of independent development power in the industry right now is more impressive than it's ever been, with a plethora of studios plugging away at sequels to successful games or set to release exciting new titles. It could be said that this is the pinnacle of an indie game boom, with smaller teams able to more than pull their weight against larger behemoth studios with millions of dollars in backing. Developers like WayForward, Drinkbox Studios, and The Fullbright Company have firmly established themselves as names to know when it comes to indie games, but there is plenty of new talent on the rise as w<br><br> <br>The newest trailer for the Chinese fantasy action game Black Myth: Wukong , released by the Game Science studio around August 19th, shows viewers gameplay footage and new cutscenes with the title's monkey protagonist, a shape-shifting, staff wielding simian who may or may not be Sun Wukong, the folkloric Monkey King. The English translations of the Chinese captions for the [https://www.blackmythwukongtalk.com/ Black Myth Wukong Walkthrough] Myth: Wukong trailer __ reveal several interesting details about the game's upcoming plot; the untranslated captions reveal even more secrets related to the enemies, allies, and clashing ideologies players will encoun<br>

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This ambitious action-RPG with soulslike elements has already garnered praise from critics. Many have hailed it as one of the best non-FromSoftware soulslikes, comparable to beloved titles like Lies of P . It is also one of the most visually impressive games of 2024, achieving world-class standards in art and presentation by fully utilizing Unreal Engine 5's features to bring its vision of Eastern mythology to l

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This ambitious action-RPG with soulslike elements has already garnered praise from critics. Many have hailed it as one of the best non-FromSoftware soulslikes, comparable to beloved titles like Lies of P . It is also one of the most visually impressive games of 2024, achieving world-class standards in art and presentation by fully utilizing Unreal Engine 5's features to bring its vision of Eastern mythology to l The story is one of the more compelling parts, meeting characters that you may be familiar with in the lore, but how it’s told isn’t always particularly well done. While we’ll get to the amazing aesthetics and presentation later, most of the chapters generally start in a rather confusing manner. Our little monkey friend will end up in these new lands by methods unknown to the viewer. Whether it’s sneaking in a chest, waking up with a hundred arrows in you, or just teleporting through an ancient warrior statue, there’s never a good linear path for the storytelling, with what seems like portions of it left out. An exciting development for fans of indie games in 2022 is a brand new handheld from Valve, the Steam Deck, set to release in February . With ambitions to become the Nintendo Switch for PC gaming, Valve's handheld will ostensibly be able to play any game from Steam's library – a vast collection that is predominantly made up of indie games. What's incredible about the Steam Deck, and why it will open so many doors for gamers, is that it is really a portable PC masquerading as a game console. The Steam Deck will run on Valve's Linux-based operating system called SteamOS, but players will still be able to play Windows games thanks to Valve's compatibility t We are seeing more developers from the mobile space breaking out into the AAA market as of late. Just this year we had the Korean Shift Up bringing the spectacular Stellar Blade , a studio well known for the titillating Goddess of Victory: Nikke . Now we have Game Science, a Chinese developer best known for the Art of War: Red Tides from nearly a decade ago, taking a swing at a single-player, story-based release. And what a way to introduce themselves to the market, as [https://www.blackmythwukongtalk.com/ Black Myth Wukong Crafting Guide] Myth: Wukong has all the potential to be one of the best games of the year. They take elements from titles such as Dark Souls and Sekiro to create a rich and unique world that’s filled to the brim with adventure and mystery. Utilizing Unreal Engine 5, Game Science has crafted a visually-spectacular experience, but is the gameplay deep enough to keep the player’s attention? Apart from that, taking down Wandering Wight is just a matter of recognizing which attacks are coming and getting out of the way of them. Of course, that's easier said than done, but its strongest moves are telegraphed very clear The story is another standout, delivering deeply emotional moments that may catch some players off guard. Additionally, the game can be played in couch co-op with a friend, making for an even more engaging experie The presentation in Black Myth: Wukong is out of this world. Game Science utilized the Unreal Engine 5, and it shows as there’s nothing quite like what they’ve been able to create. Whether it’s the volumetric clouds interacting with every swing of the staff or the atmospheric lighting effects, the Chinese studio has finely crafted one of the most beautiful games ever created. With that said, there are still flaws that seem to come with Unreal Engine and non-linear releases. Namely, some of the rock geometry and their textures can be low quality. Looking at this high-quality environment only for you to turn your camera and see a low resolution chunk of rock sticking out like a sore thumb takes you out of the experience. It’s far less prevalent than something like Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth , but it’s still present. Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is arguably the best-looking and technically impressive game mentioned in this article, showcasing almost photorealistic graphics that were previously unimaginable. Thanks to the game's focused scope (around eight hours of gameplay) and relatively confined environments, every detail is polished to near perfection — from the rugged landscapes surrounding Senua to the subtle expressions on characters' faces, visible not just in cutscenes but during actual gameplay as w Wandering Wight is very strong at close range , often stringing together several attacks at once, but still has some strong attacks that it can use at range. It's a menace and can take you down in just a couple of hits if you fail to read it properly, but he does have one big weakn 2022 may be looking like a busy year for indie games, but there are still several titles that gamers are waiting patiently to hear more details about. ConcernedApe's Haunted Chocolatier , developer and publisher Eric Barone's follow up to the immensely popular Stardew Valley, has been fairly reclusive so far. Only confirmed towards the end of 2021, Haunted Chocolatier has a similar aesthetic to its predecessor, but will see players moving to a new town and attempting to become a chocolate-maker as they gather resources and forge friendships with the townspeople. ConcernedApe released some new screenshots of Haunted Chocolatier recently, showing off previously unseen locations and the familiar 16-bit art style. Although there is no release date yet, ConcernedApe has assured fans that more news will come throughout 2