byDaily Download
Catch up on all the latest news and rumours with the Daily Download for Wednesday 9th February 2022. if you want to catch up on all the news and rumours that dropped over the weekend then head to the Weekend Wrap here. Tonight’s edition of The Daily Download includes Dying Light 2: Stay Human Review, Xbox’s handy guide for February, Jump Force, Assetto Corsa Competizione NextGen, Minecraft: Education Edition, Call of Duty, Deals with Gold, Riders Republic Free Weekend, Evil Dead: The Game, Evil Genius 2: World Domination, Crusader Kings III: Royal Court expansion, Minecraft Dungeons 15m players achievement, Far Cry 6 DLC, Destiny 2 ViDoc: Light in the Darkness, Halo Regional Finals on Twitch, Elden Ring Character Models and PlatinumGames keen to revisit cancelled Xbox exclusive Scalebound.
Review – Dying Light 2: Stay Human
Seven years after the release of the critically acclaimed Dying Light comes Techland’s follow-up, Dying Light 2: Stay Human. DL2 is a First-Person Open World Horror Action Platformer (what a mouthful) set 15 years after the events of the first game. Stay Human puts you in the role of a “Pilgrim” named Aiden trying to find his long-lost sister.
Xbox’s handy guide for February
Xbox has put out a handy guide for February on their socials and it includes some games that will be optimised for the Xbox Series S/X.
You can see the list below.
Jump Force
Jump Force will no longer be available for purchase digitally from today in the Americas (not sure if that relates to us here but something to be mindful of).
Some of the game’s online services will also go offline across the coming months and you can read more about it here.
If you are keen to purchase the game then there is a significant discount on the store right now.
Assetto Corsa Competizione Next Gen
Assetto Corsa Competizione for next-gen will be available on February 22nd.
“We’re a little ahead of schedule so we thought we would release Assetto Corsa Competizione on next-generation consoles a couple of days early! With 30 player online lobbies, 60fps, a full day-night cycle, and dynamic weather, Assetto Corsa Competizione is arriving with all those features and the 2021 season liveries digitally on the 22nd of February. If you own the game on Xbox One and PS4 you will be able to upgrade for free!”
Minecraft: Education Edition
Have kids that are starting to jump headfirst into the wonderful world of the internet?
Well, the Minecraft Education team are here to help with the latest addition to the Education Edition that takes kids on a journey to discuss internet safety.
“Ahead of the 19th annual global Safer Internet Day, we want to empower children, parents, caregivers, and educators with resources to help them understand online safety and how to be responsible digital citizens. Minecraft: Education Edition has created a new immersive world, CyberSafe: Home Sweet Hmm that is designed to help young people learn to recognize common threats on the Internet, build strategies for protecting themselves and their information, and know where to go if they need help. It’s a fun way for students to learn about online safety while playing in their favorite blocky universe!
CyberSafe: Home Sweet Hmm is a fun and creative introduction to cyber safety for children aged 7—12. It’s available for free to all Minecraft: Education Edition users.”
You can read more about it below.
Minecraft: Education Edition Launches a New World to Teach Students About Internet Safety in Honor of Safer Internet Day
Call of Duty
The next Call of Duty has been confirmed by Infinity Ward.
Deals with Gold
The Deals with Gold are here are bring lots of discounts on some big games.
Head across and have a look at the full list below.
This Week’s Deals With Gold And Spotlight Sale
Riders Republic Free Weekend
Looking for a great game to play with friends this weekend?
Well, Riders Republic is having a free play weekend this weekend.
So grab your board, bike, skis, mate, and race to the bottom.
You can read more about it here.
Evil Dead: The Game
Evil Dead: The Game is now available for pre-order.
“Reserve your copy now and get two bonus Ash Williams outfits from Army of Darkness!”
Evil Genius 2: World Domination
Evil Genius 2: World Domination – Oceans Campaign Pack is available now!
“Unleash dastardly chaos as a brand new Genius – the ecological mastermind Polar! Along with a frosty new Arctic Lair, story Campaign, and an equally chilling Doomsday device.
Train an army of eccentric Engineer minions who will tinker away in their Workshop to create and maintain your fleet of submarines, and an array of deadly turrets.
Your minions will need to keep warm as the new temperature system means their productivity and equipment will be affected if they get too cold or too hot. Place heaters and air conditioning to ensure optimum efficiency.
Go under the radar and explore the 5 Oceans for sinister new schemes, but watch out for the Forces of Justice! Do-gooder divers and a new armoured Super Agent have reached you through your criminal intelligence network. Perhaps given the right persuasion, this Super Agent can be turned and become a valuable Henchman?
The Oceans Campaign Pack includes:
- Polar – a new Genius, with accompanying story Campaign, Sanctum, and Doomsday device.
- Unique arctic Lair (useable with any Genius)
- Engineer Minion type – Workshop room type – New enemies (J.A.W.S, Diver, Super Agent Deep Six)
- New items (including Submarines and Turrets)
- 3 new Loot items with accompanying objectives (Poseidon’s Trident, Ruins of Atlantis, and the legendary Nautilus)
- Decorative Items
- Temperature System
- 5 new ocean Regions with accompanying Schemes”
Crusader Kings III: Royal Court expansion
Crusader Kings III: Royal Court expansion is now available.
“Every Royal Court holds many secrets. What will yours be? Establish your own Royal Court now and find out just how deep the intrigue and ambition of your story can go. If you haven’t already grabbed hold of the power of the first Crusader Kings III expansion: Royal Court, the time is now!”
Minecraft Dungeons 15m players achievement
The Minecraft Dungeons team are celebrating 15 million players by bringing the party to you.
“Get your party hat and cozy sweater! Minecraft Dungeons is celebrating the milestone of reaching 15 million players with a wintery event –and you’re invited! Between February 8-22, participate in Festival of Frost, featuring chilly challenges and winter-themed rewards such as the unique Iceologer Cape!”
Head across and have a look at the trailer below.
Far Cry 6 DLC
The third instalment of DLC for Far Cry 6, Joseph: Collapse is available now.
“Step into the mind of Joseph Seed from Far Cry 5, playable in co-op, and battle your inner demons. Explore a twisted version of Hope County, fight your former followers, and confront your family members. Joseph: Collapse is available now.”
Destiny 2 ViDoc: Light in the Darkness
The latest Destiny 2 ViDoc is here and brings fan information on “Savathûn, The Witch Queen, Season of the Risen, Void Subclass updates, weapon crafting, and more.”
Head across and watch it all below.
Halo Infinite Regional Finals
Check out the Halo Infinite Regional Finals on Twitch this weekend to get your hands on some exclusive drops!
Elden Ring
Four Elden Ring character models have been officially revealed!
Those Character Models are:
- WARRIOR: A nomad warrior who fights wielding two blades at once. An origin of exceptional technique.
- PRISONER: A prisoner bound in an iron mask. Studied in glintstone sorcery, having lived among the elite prior to sentencing.
- VAGABOND: A knight exiled from their homeland to wander. A solid, armor-clad origin.
- HERO: A stalwart hero, at home with a battleax, descended from a badlands chieftain.”
PlatinumGames keen to revisit cancelled Xbox exclusive Scalebound
Here is an interesting read for you.
By way of IGN Japan and translation from VGC, Platinum Games President and Vice President are keen to discuss Scalebound again with Phil Spencer.
“Kamiya has always wanted to do Scalebound. So we’d like to have a proper discussion with Microsoft,” Inaba said.
Kamiya, who was the director of Scalebound, added: “We did a lot of work on it, and it’s no use Microsoft keeping the game in its current form, so we’d like to do something about it (laughs). Phil! Let’s do it together!”
You can read the full article here.
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