Pokémon Scarlet & Violet have shown off the three separate stories that make up the core of the new games, including the expected gym battles, the new Team Star to take down, and a journey to discover mystical plants (and taking on Titan monsters).

Revealed in a new trailer (below) and explained more on the Pokémon website, the three questlines are grouped by a single prompt – you're attending a school in the new Paldea region, and have been handed a special independent study project with the theme "A Treasure Hunt".

You can find that treasure through three different questlines, which can be taken on in any order. Victory Road is the most familiar of the three, challenging you to defeat the leaders of eight Pokémon gyms then pass "the Champion Assessment" at Pokémon League headquarters. However, you'll also need to complete unique Gym Tests to get to those battles – the one we see involves collecting Sunflora hidden around the area.

Starfall Street is Scarlet and Violet's space to introduce a villainous group, in this case Team Star. Made up of rebellious students from your school – "Each squad is led by its own boss, each with their own base scattered across the Paldea region." You'll be heading into bases, where Team Star will send "a relentless barrage of Pokémon to get in your way," asking you to defeat a set number within a time limit. Complete that, and you'll need to take on a boss riding their own custom Starmobile, which needs to be defeated alongside their squads of Pokémon.

Finally, the third story strand is the Path of Legends, a story set around collecting Herba Mystica, rare ingredients "which are said to immediately restore health once eaten." You'll be accompanying a new character, Arven, to collect the Herba – and battling the Titan Pokémon that guard them. In the trailer, we meet Klawf, an enormous crab-like Pokémon.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet launch on November 18, bringing full 4-player co-op multiplayer into the series, among several other brand new features. The fully-open world games will add rideable legendaries for the first time, and introduce the new Terastallizing mechanic.

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It looks as though Cyberpunk 2077 may only be getting one expansion.

Announced yesterday during Cyberpunk 2077’s Night City Wire livestream, Phantom Liberty is heading to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Google Stadia sometime in 2023. However, while many expected Cyberpunk to echo The Witcher 3's two major expansions, it looks as though only one is in the works.

“Glad to hear we sparked your interest!” said developer CD Projekt Red in a YouTube comment (spotted by XGP) on the expansion’s reveal trailer. “As for the future, Phantom Liberty is the only planned expansion for Cyberpunk 2077.”

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty marks the first major content expansion beyond its smaller, regular updates. At the moment, little is known about the expansion aside from its expected release, which was earlier confirmed by developers, as well as a glimpse of what we can expect in the official release trailer.

Keanu Reeves will be back as Johnny Silverhand… and a plot involving an out to the New United States of America sounds rather ominous. “We're having a lot of fun with [the expansion]," said game director Gabriel Amatengelo. “It's a new style of plot, a new cast of characters, [and will expand] on a district in Night City where it primarily takes place.”

As well as the Phantom Liberty expansion, CD Projekt Red also announced the game’s next major update – a story-focused update that ties into the upcoming Cyberpunk Edgerunners anime show.

Although Phantom Liberty sounds like an interesting setup for more Silverhand-based shenanigans, Cyberpunk 2077 fans are bound to be disappointed that this will be the one and only expansion for the game. Still, it’s more than last-gen players are getting, since the upcoming expansion won’t be available on PS4 or Xbox One. Additionally, the 1.6 update will be the last major update for last-gen players.

IGN’s Cyberpunk 2077 review gave it 9/10 and said “Cyberpunk 2077 kicks you into its beautiful and dazzlingly dense cityscape with few restrictions. It offers a staggering amount of choice in how to build your character, approach quests, and confront enemies, and your decisions can have a tangible and natural-feeling impact on both the world around you and the stories of the people who inhabit it.”

Want to read more about Cyberpunk 2077? Check out who’s joined the Cyberpunk Edgerunner cast, and what’s in store from the Edgerunners update.

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Sony has updated the internal design of its PlayStation 5 consoles, and seemingly made the console more energy efficient as a result.

As reported by The Verge, YouTube user Austin Evans took apart the redesigned console and found that Sony had made some fairly significant changes. Despite not being a rebranded update (akin to the PlayStation 4 Slim), Sony has updated the PS5's internals roughly once a year to make the machine more efficient (and presumably cheaper to produce).

The updated model's motherboard has been reduced in size by about two inches, the cooling has been changed through an additional heat pipe at the back of a console and a smaller heatsink, and the SSD enclosure has also been changed slightly.

Though Sony may have had other reasons for updating the console, Evans claimed in his video that the new PS5 uses around 20 to 30 less watts while gaming and is therefore the most energy efficient version of the console so far.

The new model comes just as Sony increased the price of the PS5 in most major markets including the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. "The global economic environment is a challenge that many of you around the world are no doubt experiencing," the publisher said at the time.

Microsoft will not follow suit with its Xbox Series consoles, however, as the company confirmed it has no plans to increase prices despite its main competitor doing so. Despite the Switch also costing more to produce, Nintendo has also made clear it has no plans to increase prices to "avoid pricing people out".

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The developers behind Moonbreaker are hosting two preview weekends on Steam in September, leading up to the game's Early Access launch later this month.

Moonbreaker will hit Steam Early Access on September 29, but those wanting to try out the game even earlier may be able to participate in one of two playtests via Steam. The first will occur between September 9 and September 11, and the second will run from September 16 to September 18. The entire game will be unlocked for testers, though some in-game systems and the store will be disabled.

Moonbreaker is a digital tabletop strategy game in which you build armies from a huge selection of units before taking them into battle. But the kicker is you can also paint your units, choosing from dozens of paint shades and brush types to make each model unique. Alternatively, you can use paint schemes created by professional model painters to make your army look the best on the battlefield.

To sign up for the playtests, simply log into Steam and head to Moonbreaker's Steam page, then press the "Request Access" button under the "Join the Moonbreaker Playtest" section to register your interest. After confirming your request, you'll need to sit tight and wait for an email notification from the developers to see when they are ready for participants to jump in and explore the Reaches.

Invited participants will have immediate access to all Season 1 Units and Captains rather than having to unlock them, saving precious game time for players to try out Captains, build custom Rosters, paint Units, and so much more. Almost all progress will be lost once the playtest ends, apart from player paint jobs, which will be saved and carried forward to the Early Access launch.

IGN's Matt Purslow had the chance to play Moonbreaker at Gamescom 2022, and noted that the game has "tremendous promise" as it delivers "everything you’d expect of a miniatures game; a robust rule set for turn-based combat, simple tactical choices that build into deep strategies, and a collection of very cool miniatures split into colourful different factions."

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Remember when everyone wondered whether Nier Automata had a hidden church? After sightings of a mysterious door followed by days of intrigue, it was revealed to be a hoax – instead, it was an ambitious project by a trio of Nier modders.

Now, the mod – once thought to be impossible to make – has finally been released to the public. “IT’S OUT,” said modder DevolasRevenge via Twitter.

IT'S OUT https://t.co/HKgPZaDSVJ pic.twitter.com/vvpyO1Jy9U

— DevolasRevenge (@DevolasRevenge) September 7, 2022

The Nier: Automata mod was originally unveiled on Reddit, as one user claimed to have discovered a whole new area that was never before seen.

“I think my game has a glitch since I keep going back to the beginning I don't know how to fix it and the cup has random letters or Korean,” they said. “Maybe I need to restart the game or retry the boss again or maybe I took too long to beat him.”

What unfolded was days of mystery as the Nier community grappled with the never-before-seen area, positing theory after theory about what exactly was going on. And while some fans may have been disappointed that it wasn’t an official tease, many in the community have embraced this as a new era for the series, given modding the game was thought to be practically impossible.

Now, the Nier Automata Church Mod can be downloaded over at Nexus Mods, allowing fans to jump in and see what all the fuss was about.

“Thanks everyone for sticking along for the ride,” said the mod’s map designer DevolasRevenge. “Whether you expected this outcome or not, I hope you enjoyed the impact. It was never meant to blow up this big, but just to confuse a few people on Twitter.”

Aside from causing a sensational mystery for a few days, the team has created an impressive mod. The project opens up new possibilities for Nier modding, and we could see even more of these extensive projects in the future.

IGN’s Nier: Automata review gave it 8.9/10 and said “Nier: Automata is a crazy, beautiful, and highly entertaining journey full of nutty ideas and awesome gameplay. It may not include the most sensical story or compelling characters, but its frenzied combat -- coupled with beautiful visuals and a stunning soundtrack – make it too much fun to pass up.”

Want to read more about Nier: Automata? Find out more about its upcoming Switch release and get a glimpse at the new edition in its recent trailer.

Ryan Leston is an entertainment journalist and film critic for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

God of War: Ragnarok will allow players to travel to all nine realms, meaning previously unexplorable areas in God of War 2018 will bring brand new experiences to players in Ragnarok. Thanks to Game Informer, we're now getting our first look at Svartalfheim, the new dwarven realm players will be able to explore.

The footage shown revealed a giant, industrialized dwarven realm, complete with "technical marvels like mine pits, artificial water channels, and sprawling cities," which will no-doubt lead to a number of environmental puzzles. The gameplay footage shows Kratos freezing geysers with the Leviathan Axe and breaking obstacles with the Blades of Chaos.

The new God Of War Ragnarök clip (..1:37) from Game Informer is now available in 4Khttps://t.co/p6fAO3xxoz pic.twitter.com/NxptDRsgQC

— Nibel (@Nibellion) September 6, 2022

Svartalfheim will also make use of the canoe, as Kratos and Atreus are shown travelling through cities by boat. However, Game Informer teased that other methods of travel may also be used to get through Svartalfheim.

God of War: Ragnarok is coming to PS5 and PS4 on November 9. The game was originally scheduled for a 2021 release, before Sony announced it was delayed into 2022. Ragnarok is the sequel to the beloved God of War 2018 reboot, and will follow Kratos and his son Atreus as they face off against a handful or Norse foes, including Thor.

Earlier this summer, Ragnarok got its first full story synopsis:

Fimbulwinter is well underway. Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as Asgardian forces prepare for a prophesied battle that will end the world. Along the way they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face fearsome enemies in the form of Norse gods and monsters. The threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer. Kratos and Atreus must choose between their own safety and the safety of the realms.

We also know Ragnarok marks the end of the franchise's Norse saga.

For more, check out how God of War: Ragnarok is adding more attacks through an underused button. Or, check out everything else we know about God of War: Ragnarok.

Logan Plant is a freelance writer for IGN covering video game and entertainment news. He has over six years of experience with bylines at IGN, Nintendo Wire, Switch Player Magazine, Lifewire, and more. Find him on Twitter @LoganJPlant, where he's probably pleading for an F-Zero revival.

Firewall is coming to the PlayStation VR2 with Firewall Ultra.

A sequel to Firewall: Zero Hour, the upcoming VR-based FPS is getting a bit of an upgrade as it heads to PS5 – utilizing all-new PSVR2 features to improve on the formula.

“Firewall Ultra utilizes new PlayStation VR 2 Sense Technology features like eye tracking, which enables you to intuitively swap weapons and bring up HUD indicators through cameras built into the PSVR 2 headset,” said Firewall community manager, Frank Marm.

Sony’s PlayStation VR2 is being released in early 2023, featuring a whole range of notable upgrades compared to the original PSVR.

As well as eye tracking, the PSVR2 boasts a 2000x2040 OLED display for each eye, with a refresh rate of up to 120hz and a 110-degree field of view.

That’s on top of the rather cool-looking new VR controllers that include haptic feedback.

And when it comes to Firewall Ultra, it sounds as though developers First Contact Entertainment are planning to make the most of the headset’s new and improved fidelity.

“Since PSVR 2 offers a much higher level of visual fidelity with 4K HDR, we’ve completely remade all character models,” said Marm. “The maps have also seen a complete overhaul, with new areas and new textures.”

Set 5 years after the original game, there are also a whole bunch of new locations and contractors… not to mention weapons and gear that promise a “much deeper” level of customization.

Other improvements include new dedicated servers – long requested from the Firewall community. Each match will also now be a best of three, and Firewall Ultra is even going to add a brand new PVE experience.

“We have future content planned post-launch such as new contractors, maps, and weapons,” said Marm.”

Want to read more about Firewall? Find out where the original game sits in our Top 25 PSVR games. Missed the first game? Get up to speed with the official gameplay trailer.

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Olivia Wilde's psychological thriller Don't Worry Darling has caught the attention of the internet, with rumors of feuds, fallouts, and a spitting scandal stirring up plenty of online discussions.

Don't Worry Darling was first announced in July 2019 and has repeatedly made headlines for all the wrong reasons. The movie's behind-the-scenes drama has become the topic of much debate as online spectators have attempted to unravel the chaos plaguing the picture. The most recent chapter came out of Venice Film Festival, where the cast descended on the red carpet for the movie's world premiere.

Rather than discussing the movie though, people have been dissecting cast interactions as they seek to understand what has been happening on and off the set. A viral video at the center of the current drama has the internet questioning whether Harry Styles spat on Chris Pine before taking his seat at the Don't Worry Darling premiere, with one person saying they "won't sleep" until they know the truth.

#HarryStyles appears to spit on Chris Pine i won't sleep until i know the truth pic.twitter.com/wLXjIHTYgU

— JZMaclin (@Mac70J) September 6, 2022

In the footage, Styles strides up to his assigned seat next to co-star Pine and appears to momentarily hover over his lap before sitting down. Pine stops clapping and freezes for a beat, looking down at his lap and shaking his head with a smile. The clip has prompted much speculation, with some believing that Styles projected his saliva at Pine and others suggesting that Pine is reacting to something else.

Been watching the clip of this incident like it is the Zapruder film. It 100% looks like he spit on him, Chris Pine's reaction tells the story. When is the hearts of darkness style documentary coming out about this movie? Who gives a shit about the one filmed? https://t.co/twNRCpsUe5

— Will Olson (@FLYTHEWill) September 6, 2022

I mean...dude clearly spit on him. Chris Pine gets all the awards for trying his best to play it off and not slap this man. I need a 6-part documentary about the making of this movie, please. Also, it seems everyone at least loves Nick Kroll and Gemma Chan, which is comforting. https://t.co/JxPpxqpX7u

— Wajahat Ali (@WajahatAli) September 6, 2022

Do y'all think Chris Pine would just sit there silently if Harry spit on him... be serious

— Ira the Third (@iramadisonthree) September 6, 2022

Chris pine just wondered where his sunglasses were after the applause. And he zoned out (likes he’s been doing all day) and realised it’s in his lap. So I am sorry to say harry styles did not spit on him. pic.twitter.com/7b4GoCvnHJ

— priscilla (@cinemazietgeist) September 6, 2022

When people aren't discussing "spit-gate," they're likely talking about one of the many other viral moments coming out of the festival. Another piece of video footage shows Florence Pugh reacting to cheers and applause from the audience during a seven-minute ovation after the screening, with onlookers suggesting that she didn't once look in the direction of Wilde, fuelling rumors of a rift between the pair.

Florence Pugh refuses to make eye contact with Olivia Wilde during the 4-minute #Venezia79 standing ovation for #DontWorryDarling. pic.twitter.com/Xi6lJyZHbj

— Ramin Setoodeh (@RaminSetoodeh) September 5, 2022

Rumors emerged that Pugh had fallen out with Wilde shortly after it was reported that Wilde and Styles had become romantically involved while shooting Don't Worry Darling, with Wilde having split from her fiancé of seven years Jason Sudeikis earlier the same year. There was also a rumor that Pugh got paid three times less than Styles for her role in the film, but Wilde later branded that story as "clickbait."

The drama extends beyond Pine and Styles and Wilde and Pugh, too. Shia LaBeouf is also heavily involved in the plot twist-laden tale. He was originally cast in the movie alongside Pine but departed the project six months later. A few days before Venice, Wilde claimed that she fired LaBeouf to "protect" the stars, saying the actor's "process was not conducive" to the ethos of the production.

LaBeouf denied these claims, telling Variety that he left the role of his own accord as he didn't feel the actors were given "adequate time to rehearse." He also shared screenshots of his alleged exchanges with Wilde, as well as a video of Wilde apparently urging LeBeouf to stay with the project and make peace with Pugh – or "Miss Flo" as she calls her – in an attempt to get the production back on track.

Worry? I’m not even here, darling.

Caption: Chris Pine astral projecting at Venice Film Festival. September 5, 2022. pic.twitter.com/qSU1XbTWDp

— Richard Newby (@RICHARDLNEWBY) September 5, 2022

With all of this erupting right before the Venice Film Festival, it's safe to say that all eyes were on the cast of Don't Worry Darling at the event. The star-studded line-up has been the subject of multiple memes and hashtags over recent days, but they will (hopefully) next make headlines when Wilde's sophomore feature debuts in theaters on September 23. You might want to stock up on the popcorn.

Adele Ankers-Range is a freelance writer for IGN. Follow her on Twitter.

CD Projekt Red has announced that Cyberpunk 2077's first major expansion is called Phantom Liberty and will only be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Announced during its Night City Wire livestream the expansion marks the first major addition of new content to Cyberpunk 2077 outside of its various patches that fixed the game following its disastrous launch on consoles.

A short teaser trailer (above) was also released, reiterating the 2023 release date that CD Projekt Red had previously announced and also sharing a handful of story details. Keanu Reeves will return as Johnny Silverhand in the expansion, and the trailer sees him warn V about an oath they just took, swearing allegiance to the New United States of America.

"We're having a lot of fun with [the expansion]," said game director Gabriel Amatengelo. "It's a new style of plot, a new cast of characters, [and will expand] on a district in Night City where it primarily takes place."

This wasn't the only Cyberpunk news to come out of CD Projekt Red's livestream, however, as the developer also announced more DLC for the game that will be released today, September 6.

This new content is tied into the Cyberpunk Edgerunners anime series that will be released on Netflix next week, and features a handful of new cosmetics and even a new quest that takes place alongside the main Cyberpunk 2077 story.

It also acts as Patch 1.6 and, just as the Phantom Liberty expansion is moving away from the previous PlayStation 4 and Xbox One generation, this will also be the final major update coming to those consoles.

Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelancer. He'll talk about The Witcher all day.

CD Projekt Red has announced Roach Race, a Witcher-themed mobile spin-off that arrives today.

Announced during a Cyberpunk 2077 stream, the pixel art game will be totally free, with no microtransactions. It will be playable on iOS, Android... and inside Cyberpunk 2077 itself. It will seemingly be the first of a set of arcade games released inside Cyberpunk.

We only saw a hint of the game in action during the stream, but it appears to be an endless runner in which you play as Geralt of Rivia's horse, Roach. It doesn't look all that different to Google's Dinosaur Game.

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