Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok is reportedly the next mainline Assassin’s Creed game, if recent leaks are to be believed. Thanks to alleged Amazon and GameStop item listings, we can surmise a few things about the next installment in the long-running franchise. What’s next for Ubisoft’s biggest franchise? Read on below to find out what we know, and what our best guesses are. If you want to stay completely spoiler-free on certain (unconfirmed) story details, skip past the appropriate sections.

Keep in mind though that Ubisoft has yet to confirm any such information, so take everything with one seriously large grain of salt.

Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok Release Date

Ubisoft hasn’t confirmed AC Ragnarok’s existence yet, much less a release date. That said, like many big-budget video games of its kind, it’s likely to release somewhere between October and early December to line up with the holiday season. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey released on October 5, 2018, while its predecessor Assassin’s Creed Origins released on October 27, 2017. Ubisoft likes to get things out a little ahead of the usual November deluge (where the likes of Call of Duty and Battlefield usually reign), so don’t be shocked if we see preview coverage sometime around E3 2020 and then a strong leadup to mid-October.

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What systems is Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok on?

According to the leaked info, Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok will be on PS4, Xbox One, PC, and then also the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Ubisoft has not confirmed any such details.

When does Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok take place?

(Possible spoilers follow) 

Judging from the leaks, Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok will take place in the Viking era. According to leaked information shared on Reddit, AC Ragnarok will start in or around 845 CE, during the Viking-led siege of Paris.

The period between 800 CE and about 900 CE were heavily characterized by these Viking incursions. According to the leaked info, the meat of the game will start during 863 CE with a character named Jora, who can be either male or female.

As is customary for Assassin’s Creed games, we’ll meet a number of broadly defined historical figures. According to the leak, the player character will meet King of Wessex Alfred, Rollo, the first ruler of Normandy, and Charles the Fat, the emperor of the Carolingian Empire.

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What will Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok gameplay be like?

Ubisoft hasn’t shown any official gameplay as of yet, and they’ve certainly not confirmed anything from the leaked information. That said, if any of the leaked info is to be believed, there could be a significant number of updates. You can read the full list of leaked (and unconfirmed) gameplay info here, but we’ve whittled it down to what looks to be the most important stuff.

• Up to 4-player drop-in/drop-out co-op much like Ghost Recon Wildlands.

• New RPG mechanics introduce a new class system and skill tree changes based on that choice. You’ll be able to change your character class.

• More weapon types, and weapons can be upgraded with runes, special abilities for certain groups of weapons. Durability will play a role, too.

• Rather than adrenaline, players can activate a berserker mode that also activates rune powers based on elemental types - lightning, fire, frost.

• Sailing is back, with more focus on exploration than combat.

• The hidden blade returns and can be upgraded for one-hit kills.

• Stealth is receiving some upgrades, like allowing a player to hide in mud, snow, crouching in bushes, and other hiding options. Players can also hide themselves in crowds of people so long as their clothing doesn’t stick out.

• Reputation system based on who, what, and where you conquest.

• Conquest battles return.

• Battles between independent kingdoms (as in you don’t control them yet) may occur naturally.

• Players can organize large-scale raids on forts and large cities, or just go it alone.

• Difficulty has been overhauled. Rather than being about enemy health, difficulty will determine your own health, parry times, and enemy reaction times.

• Leveling is also getting an overhaul, allowing players to improve their individual skillsets and gain experience in them. The leaked info describes it being similar to The Elder Scross V: Skyrim. This also means that regions being locked by level number is gone.

• As for the map, the leaked info says it comprises most or all of northern Europe, including the cites of York, London, Paris, and Kiev.

It’s worth reiterating that none of this information has been confirmed by Ubisoft, so take it all with a huge grain of salt. While past Assassin’s Creed leaks have historically been mostly on the money, that doesn’t mean that any one of these supposed details is really in the game.

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Will Layla and Abstergo return?

We don’t know anything about the modern-day portion of Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok quite yet. Odds are it will continue to focus on the character of Layla and her journey with the brotherhood. Interested in more juicy historical details and possible connections? Read how Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok could connect the franchise back to the first Assassin’s Creed game.

Where to get the Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok Special Edition

No information on a special edition or collector’s edition for Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok has been publicly announced, although considering Ubisoft always has at least one special edition for each game, it’s a safe bet they’ll do it again. Historically, the pricier bundles come with a small statue, while the slightly-higher-than-$60 bundles come with extra digital content. We’ll update this section when we know more. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2017/05/11/a-history-of-assassins-creed-leaks"]

Where can I pre-order Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok?

Since the game hasn’t been officially announced, there’s no real way to pre-order it quite yet. Amazon and GameStop were the sources of some of this leaked information, though, so it’s likely the game will appear there and other major retailers. We’ll be updating this section and creating pre-order guides when we know more. If any of this information on Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok proves true, what are you most excited for? Do you think Ragnarok will be a meaningful evolution of the Assassin’s Creed franchise or will it be the same old sneaky stabbing and swordfighting business as usual? Let us know in the comments below. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer for IGN.

Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok is reportedly the next mainline Assassin’s Creed game, if recent leaks are to be believed. Thanks to alleged Amazon and GameStop item listings, we can surmise a few things about the next installment in the long-running franchise. What’s next for Ubisoft’s biggest franchise? Read on below to find out what we know, and what our best guesses are. If you want to stay completely spoiler-free on certain (unconfirmed) story details, skip past the appropriate sections.

Keep in mind though that Ubisoft has yet to confirm any such information, so take everything with one seriously large grain of salt.

Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok Release Date

Ubisoft hasn’t confirmed AC Ragnarok’s existence yet, much less a release date. That said, like many big-budget video games of its kind, it’s likely to release somewhere between October and early December to line up with the holiday season. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey released on October 5, 2018, while its predecessor Assassin’s Creed Origins released on October 27, 2017. Ubisoft likes to get things out a little ahead of the usual November deluge (where the likes of Call of Duty and Battlefield usually reign), so don’t be shocked if we see preview coverage sometime around E3 2020 and then a strong leadup to mid-October.

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What systems is Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok on?

According to the leaked info, Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok will be on PS4, Xbox One, PC, and then also the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Ubisoft has not confirmed any such details.

When does Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok take place?

(Possible spoilers follow) 

Judging from the leaks, Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok will take place in the Viking era. According to leaked information shared on Reddit, AC Ragnarok will start in or around 845 CE, during the Viking-led siege of Paris.

The period between 800 CE and about 900 CE were heavily characterized by these Viking incursions. According to the leaked info, the meat of the game will start during 863 CE with a character named Jora, who can be either male or female.

As is customary for Assassin’s Creed games, we’ll meet a number of broadly defined historical figures. According to the leak, the player character will meet King of Wessex Alfred, Rollo, the first ruler of Normandy, and Charles the Fat, the emperor of the Carolingian Empire.

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2016/11/09/assassins-creed-exploring-the-assassin-templar-conflict"]

What will Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok gameplay be like?

Ubisoft hasn’t shown any official gameplay as of yet, and they’ve certainly not confirmed anything from the leaked information. That said, if any of the leaked info is to be believed, there could be a significant number of updates. You can read the full list of leaked (and unconfirmed) gameplay info here, but we’ve whittled it down to what looks to be the most important stuff.

• Up to 4-player drop-in/drop-out co-op much like Ghost Recon Wildlands.

• New RPG mechanics introduce a new class system and skill tree changes based on that choice. You’ll be able to change your character class.

• More weapon types, and weapons can be upgraded with runes, special abilities for certain groups of weapons. Durability will play a role, too.

• Rather than adrenaline, players can activate a berserker mode that also activates rune powers based on elemental types - lightning, fire, frost.

• Sailing is back, with more focus on exploration than combat.

• The hidden blade returns and can be upgraded for one-hit kills.

• Stealth is receiving some upgrades, like allowing a player to hide in mud, snow, crouching in bushes, and other hiding options. Players can also hide themselves in crowds of people so long as their clothing doesn’t stick out.

• Reputation system based on who, what, and where you conquest.

• Conquest battles return.

• Battles between independent kingdoms (as in you don’t control them yet) may occur naturally.

• Players can organize large-scale raids on forts and large cities, or just go it alone.

• Difficulty has been overhauled. Rather than being about enemy health, difficulty will determine your own health, parry times, and enemy reaction times.

• Leveling is also getting an overhaul, allowing players to improve their individual skillsets and gain experience in them. The leaked info describes it being similar to The Elder Scross V: Skyrim. This also means that regions being locked by level number is gone.

• As for the map, the leaked info says it comprises most or all of northern Europe, including the cites of York, London, Paris, and Kiev.

It’s worth reiterating that none of this information has been confirmed by Ubisoft, so take it all with a huge grain of salt. While past Assassin’s Creed leaks have historically been mostly on the money, that doesn’t mean that any one of these supposed details is really in the game.

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/04/09/are-you-ready-for-assassins-creed-vikings-unlocked-389"]

Will Layla and Abstergo return?

We don’t know anything about the modern-day portion of Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok quite yet. Odds are it will continue to focus on the character of Layla and her journey with the brotherhood. Interested in more juicy historical details and possible connections? Read how Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok could connect the franchise back to the first Assassin’s Creed game.

Where to get the Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok Special Edition

No information on a special edition or collector’s edition for Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok has been publicly announced, although considering Ubisoft always has at least one special edition for each game, it’s a safe bet they’ll do it again. Historically, the pricier bundles come with a small statue, while the slightly-higher-than-$60 bundles come with extra digital content. We’ll update this section when we know more. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2017/05/11/a-history-of-assassins-creed-leaks"]

Where can I pre-order Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok?

Since the game hasn’t been officially announced, there’s no real way to pre-order it quite yet. Amazon and GameStop were the sources of some of this leaked information, though, so it’s likely the game will appear there and other major retailers. We’ll be updating this section and creating pre-order guides when we know more. If any of this information on Assassin’s Creed Ragnarok proves true, what are you most excited for? Do you think Ragnarok will be a meaningful evolution of the Assassin’s Creed franchise or will it be the same old sneaky stabbing and swordfighting business as usual? Let us know in the comments below. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer for IGN.

Almost a year back, it was announced that a TV series continuation/sequel to the long-running Child's Play horror franchise was in development. Today at at NBC Universal's TCA winter press tour day, we learned that Syfy has officially ordered this show straight-to-series. Titled Chucky, the sequel series comes from franchise creator Don Mancini and franchise producer David Kirschner. Chucky, unlike the recent 2019 Child's Play reboot featuring Mark Hamill as the voice of the killer doll, is an actual continuation of the existing story rather than a remake. That means it's a direct follow-up to all seven Child's Play films, including 2017's Cult of Chucky, which were written by creator Mancini. Mancini now will serve as the series' writer and showrunner while also directing the first episode. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-15-best-horror-tv-shows-of-the-last-10-years&captions=true"] From Syfy's official synopsis: "When a vintage Chucky doll turns up at a suburban yard sale, an idyllic American town is thrown into chaos as a series of horrifying murders begin to expose the town’s hypocrisies and secrets. Meanwhile, the arrival of enemies -- and allies -- from Chucky's past threatens to expose the truth behind the killings, as well as the demon doll's untold origins as a seemingly ordinary child who somehow became this notorious monster." “The character Don and David created has terrified audiences for over 30 years. The longevity and legacy of Chucky speaks to the creative storytelling and the loyal fans the film series has collected over the years,” said Chris McCumber, President, Entertainment Networks - USA & SYFY. “We are excited to once again partner with Nick and UCP on this new SYFY series, and are incredibly proud to bring Chucky to television for the first time with the original creators.” [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/01/10/terminator-dark-fate-exclusive-deleted-scene-the-crossing"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Fowler is a writer for IGN and a member of the Television Critics Association. Follow him on Twitter at @TheMattFowler and Facebook at Facebook.com/MattBFowler.

Almost a year back, it was announced that a TV series continuation/sequel to the long-running Child's Play horror franchise was in development. Today at at NBC Universal's TCA winter press tour day, we learned that Syfy has officially ordered this show straight-to-series. Titled Chucky, the sequel series comes from franchise creator Don Mancini and franchise producer David Kirschner. Chucky, unlike the recent 2019 Child's Play reboot featuring Mark Hammill as the voice of the killer doll, is an actual continuation of the existing story rather than a remake. That means it's a direct follow-up to all seven Child's Play films, including 2017's Cult of Chucky, which were written by creator Mancini. Mancini now will serve as the series' writer and showrunner while also directing the first episode. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-15-best-horror-tv-shows-of-the-last-10-years&captions=true"] From Syfy's official synopsis: "When a vintage Chucky doll turns up at a suburban yard sale, an idyllic American town is thrown into chaos as a series of horrifying murders begin to expose the town’s hypocrisies and secrets. Meanwhile, the arrival of enemies -- and allies -- from Chucky's past threatens to expose the truth behind the killings, as well as the demon doll's untold origins as a seemingly ordinary child who somehow became this notorious monster." “The character Don and David created has terrified audiences for over 30 years. The longevity and legacy of Chucky speaks to the creative storytelling and the loyal fans the film series has collected over the years,” said Chris McCumber, President, Entertainment Networks - USA & SYFY. “We are excited to once again partner with Nick and UCP on this new SYFY series, and are incredibly proud to bring Chucky to television for the first time with the original creators.” [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/01/10/terminator-dark-fate-exclusive-deleted-scene-the-crossing"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Fowler is a writer for IGN and a member of the Television Critics Association. Follow him on Twitter at @TheMattFowler and Facebook at Facebook.com/MattBFowler.

If you've been keeping up with the news, you're likely well aware that Australia is suffering from a massive breakout of bushfires, which are devastating the country's land, animals, and citizens. Many have stepped up to offer aide, including numerous celebrities who are making donations to fund relief efforts and put a spotlight on this crisis so that others will do the same. We've assembled a list of various public figures and game development studios who have contributed and where they pledged their money, and we've provided instructions on how to get involved yourself. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=celebrities-who-have-donated-to-the-australian-bushfires&captions=true"]

Chris Hemsworth

Known for his role as Thor in the MCU, Hemsworth and his family announced on Instagram that they would be donating $1 million to help fight the Australian bushfires. "As you're well aware, the bushfires in Australia have caused massive devastation and they continue to burn," said Hemsworth, an Australian native. "I'm going to put forth a million dollars and I was hoping that all of you could contribute in any way, shape or form... dig deep, lots of love."

Dacre Montgomery

Stranger Things star and Australian native Dacre Montogmery took to Twitter to announce a GoFundMe aimed at fighting the Australian bushfires, which has raised over $354,000 at the time or writing. "As you're sitting there watching this video on your phone, I want to ask you for your help," Montgomery said. "Australia is in dire need of your help... we've lost an area the size of Belgium to wildfires — we need your help."

Ellen DeGeneres

Talk show host and popular comedian Ellen Degeneres announced on Twitter that she has donated an undisclosed amount to three different organizations that are helping to fight the Australian bushfires and encouraged her fans to do the same. "It’s almost impossible to understand the size and destruction of the fires in Australia," says DeGeneres. "Here are three organizations I’ve already donated to. I hope you’ll donate, too."

Elton John

The Grammy award winning singer, Elton John, recently pledged $1 million to the Australian Bush Funds during his Farewell Yellowbrick Road Tour which happened to be in Australia at the time. Announced at his concert and reposted later on Twitter, John said, "You should all be in awe of the work that the firefighters are doing... there are people out there who have lost their lives trying to save homes." John continues, "As I said earlier, this is a magnificent country that I have been coming to since 1971, I love it here so much. To see what is happening here breaks my heart."

Gordon Ramsay

Known by many for his brutal food reviews, the Food Network Chef Gordon Ramsay has announced on Instagram he will be auctioning off an exclusive lunch to the highest bidder, which will be donated to the Australian wildfire fund. He recently followed up his initial announcements, sharing that he would be adding another seat to the lunch, which earned $100,000 in bids. "Thank you to everyone who bid... the Aussie spirit that I've seen firsthand the past few days is so inspiring," Ramsay said.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio's organization, Earth Alliance, recently announced that it would be donating $3 million to help provide aid and support to those fighting the bushfires in Australia. Earth Alliance aims to "help address the urgent threats to our planet’s life support systems," and was founded by Leonardo DiCaprio, Laurene Powell Jobs, and Brian Sheth. In addition to his organization's donations, DiCaprio recently saved a drowning man just outside of St. Barts.

Rebel Wilson

The Pitch Perfect star and comedian Rebel Wilson auctioned off an exclusive lunch in her home to two fans who donated $100,000 to the Australian wildfire fund. Wilson told bidders that they'd "be the first ones to christen my new dining table," which was enough to quickly earn two separate $50,000 bids.

Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe, who recently won a Golden Globe for his performance in The Loudest Voice, announced that he would be donating $105,000 to help fight the wildfires in Australia. Crowe took to Instagram to share that he would be delivering 19 different checks, totaling $105,000 that would go towards various wildfire relief funds. Crowe also elected to stay home with his family in Australia instead of attending the Golden Globes. His acceptance speech was given by Jennifer Anniston and can be viewed on YouTube.

Bethesda

Bethesda has announced that it will be donating all of the proceeds from a limited-edition Fallout shirt to help fight the fires in Australia. The exclusive t-shirt is available in the Bethesda Gear Store and features the Vault Boy holding a koala in his arms on the front and a Salvation Army heartbeat emblem on the back. All of the proceeds from the shirt will be going directly to the Salvation Army Australia to help fight the fires.

Bungie

During the January 9 This Week at Bungie update, developers announced that it would be selling a limited edition Destiny 2 t-shirt, with half of the proceeds going to WIRES and the other half going to the New South Wales Rural Fire Service. For those that would like to help, shirts will be available for pre-order from January 16 through February 18. Further, those who order a short will receive a code for the Star Light, Star Bright emblem. "Time and time again, you have been Guardians to others in their greatest time of need," said Christine Edwards, senior Foundation manager at Bungie. "Over the past two decades, the Bungie community has been an amazing force for good in our world by raising millions of dollars to assist those in distress."

Infinity Ward

The developers behind Call of Duty: Modern Warfare announced on Twitter that it will be releasing a new in-game pack, aptly named "The Outback Relief Pack," with all proceeds going to help fight the wildfires. Those who purchase the pack will get the “Bushranger” operator skin, a legendary blueprint for Sniper Rifle Charlie weapon, a koala-shaped charm, a new finishing move, and a couple of other cosmetic add-ons like a sticker and calling card. Buyers also get a free battle pass tier skip. The Outback Relief Pack was available for purchase until January 31 and raised over $1.6 million for relief funds. “From everyone at Infinity Ward, Call of Duty, and Activision, thank you for your consideration,” the companies said. “Our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected.”

Kojima Productions

Death Stranding developer, Kojima Productions, has announced it will donate all funds received from a special “Connect for Australia” t-shirt toward saving animals affected by the Australian bushfires. The shirt can be purchased on the Kojima Productions website for $25, with all proceeds going directly to the Australian branch of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA). The front of the shirt shows an outline of Australia, with blue lines connecting the country together – playing off the connection theme in Death Stranding. If you’re not interested in the shirt, you can buy a special Death Stranding PS4 avatar for $1, which will also be donated to the RSPCA.

Sony

Sony Foundation Australia has announced that it will be donating $200,000 to the Gaming4Life charity stream to help raise money for the Australian bushfires. In addition to the monetary donation, PlayStation team members will appear on various Gaming4Life streams during the month of February to continue to raise money for the wildfire relief fund. Former President of Sony Worldwide Studios Shuhei Yoshida and Insomniac Games Founder Ted Price are among those who will be participating. The full schedule of appearances can be located on the PlayStation blog.

Ubisoft Australia

Ubisoft Australia announced on Twitter that it will be donating $30,000 to Red Cross Australia to help fight the fires that are currently devastating its country. Developers shared that they elected to do a direct donation in lieu of making some type of in-game items because that "takes considerable development time and we feel immediate action is required." The developers are also encouraging everyone to help out in any way that they can.

Warframe

The developers of Warframe, the popular free-to-play online shooter, announced that it will be donating $30,000 to the Australian wildfire relief fund. "Our hearts go out to those affected by the Australia wildfires," said developers on Twitter. Further, developers are also giving all Tenno a free Yooka Floof that can be displayed in-game to help raise awareness for the fires and will serve as a symbol of hope and compassion.

Ali-A

Popular YouTuber and Fortnite streamer Ali-A recently hosted a Fortnite charity stream where he pledged to donate $1 for every piece of wood that he collected in his stream along with all of the money earned from that video, to help fight the Australian bushfires. By the time the stream was over, Ali-A had collected almost 5,000 pieces of wood — equaling a $5,000 donation. He is also encouraging his viewers to share his video on social media, as all earnings from the video will be donated to help fight the bushfires.

Lachlan and Ninja

Lachlan, an Australian YouTuber, also hosted a Fortnite charity stream, in which he pledged to donate $500 to the Australian wildfire fund for every campfire win during his stream. While it was going on, Tyler "Ninja" Blevins casually donated $30,000 to support his fellow streamer and help provide aid to those in Australia. By the end, Lachlan finished with a total donation amount of $34,849.04, with some help from Ninja, which more than tripled his $10,000 donation goal.

LazarBeam

Joining in with others, the popular YouTuber, LazarBeam, hosted a Fortnite charity stream to help raise money for the fires in Australia. He capped off his six hour stream by raising a total of $100,000 to help fight the Australian bushfires and provide aid for those on the ground. The streamer, who will be appearing in an upcoming Ryan Reynolds comedy, took to Twitter to celebrate the accomplishment and announce that he would be taking a nice long post-stream nap.

Loserfruit and Fasffy

Popular Twitch streamers Loserfrut and Fasffy recently held a 24-hour Twitch stream to raise money for the Australian bushfires. With an initial goal of $15K AUD, the two streamers hit their exceed this in just 52 minutes and ended up raising a total of over $318,000 AUD, which equals around $220,000 USD. "The stream over the weekend really highlights the power of influencers and their ability to mobilize their audiences to make a real impact," said Grace Watkins, the co-founder of Click Management, the company which manages Loserfruit.

Where to Donate for Australian Bushfires Relief

If you would like to help join these celebrities and game developers in donating to the Australian bushfire fund, you can do so through the Australian Red Cross. By donating through this link, you can ensure that your funds will go directly to the men and women who are hard at work on the ground in Australia fighting the fires day in and day out. Every dollar you are able to donate will help go towards ending the awful tragedy in Australia.

The Resident Evil 3: Nemesis Remake was officially revealed in an announcement trailer during the PlayStation State of Play on December 10. While this was our first official look at the next remake coming to Capcom’s survival horror series, rumors and leaks of the game arrived beforehand. YouTube creator SpawnWave was the source of Resident Evil 3 rumors in late November and then an update to the PlayStation Network gave us our first peek at Resident Evil 3 cover art. None the less, when Capcom finally announced RE:3, the developer still gave us plenty of new information to catch up on. From gameplay to character redesigns, here's everything we know about Resident Evil 3: Nemesis so far.

Trailers and Story

So far two trailers have come out for Resident Evil 3: The Resident Evil 3 announcement trailer and the Special Developer Message video, which we discuss more thoroughly in the gameplay and character redesign sections of this article found below. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/10/resident-evil-3-remake-official-announcement-trailer"] The announcement trailer features protagonist Jill Valentine as she’s pursued by Resident Evil 3's infamous antagonist Nemesis. Created to eliminate members of the Special Tactics And Rescue Service team, more commonly referred to as STARS, Nemesis seems to be making his return in the remake as the creepy mutant stalker that will make you crap your pants. A cameo by UBCS (also known as Umbrella Biohazard Countermeasure Service) member Mikhail Victor is shown, followed by fellow STARS member Brad Vickers. Additional UBCS members Nikolai Zinoviev and Carlos Oliveria also make an appearance in the trailer. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/12/resident-evil-3-remake-trailer-breakdown-secrets-easter-eggs-and-callbacks-rewind-theater"] A clip of Jill muttering, “Ugh, my head...” over a running sink along with a few quick flashes of her resembling a decaying zombie is shown near the end, as well.

Modes

In an interview with Official PlayStation Magazine UK, Capcom producer Peter Fabian confirmed Resident Evil 3 does not have a Mercenaries Mode. Instead, it will include an online multiplayer called Resident Evil Resistance.

Resident Evil Resistance

Previously announced as Project Resistance, Resident Evil Resistance is a team-based survival horror mode where four survivors face against one "Mastermind". The Mastermind watches and places dangerous obstacles from a control room as the players try to escape the from the map before time runs out. Survivors have skills such as healing, hacking, defense moves, and attacks that they can use to increase their chances of escape. Masterminds also have a few tricks up their sleeve, having the ability to summon zombies, bioweapons, and other mutated creatures based in their background and expertise. Read our Project Resistance hands on for our impressions about early gameplay.

When Does Resident Evil 3 Take Place?

According to Capcom producer Peter Fabiano, Resident Evil 3 takes place before and after RE:2 Remake. "While Leon and Claire’s stories occur after the city has already been infected for some time, Jill’s story provides a new perspective." Fabiano explained in a PlayStation Blog. "Starting with the early days of the outbreak, you’ll follow Jill’s fight for survival as the population of the once-lively metropolis turns into hordes of undead."

Gameplay

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/10/resident-evil-3-special-developer-message-gameplay-first-look"] Resident Evil 3 gameplay was first revealed in a video titled Special Developer Message where Capcom producers Peter Fabiano and Masachika Kawata talk through footage of the game. Featuring a redesigned Jill Valentine in an over-the-shoulder view, the gameplay shows her walking through a ravaged Raccoon City. Citizens run frantically by as Jill emerges from an abandoned building saying to herself, “More survivors. We gotta get that train moving.” [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/10/resident-evil-3-special-developer-message-gameplay-first-look/loops?q=eyJsb29wVGl0bGUiOiIiLCJzdGFydFBvc2l0aW9uIjowLjMwMzU5NDU1MDAwMjUzODgsImVuZFBvc2l0aW9uIjowLjM0NjcwMDU1NjI3MzQ4NDMsInN0aWNrZXJHcmlkSWRzIjpbeyJwb3MiOjAsImltYWdlSWQiOiIifSx7InBvcyI6MSwiaW1hZ2VJZCI6IiJ9LHsicG9zIjoyLCJpbWFnZUlkIjoiIn0seyJwb3MiOjMsImltYWdlSWQiOiIifSx7InBvcyI6NCwiaW1hZ2VJZCI6IiJ9LHsicG9zIjo1LCJpbWFnZUlkIjoiIn1dLCJ2aWRlb0lkIjoiMzA1OGY4OTMwYmUwMjVkNWY0OGQ5NTQxNmVlOGY2NTciLCJjcmVhdG9yIjoiSm9uUnlhbi1JR04iLCJpc0JyYW5kaW5nRXhjbHVkZWQiOnRydWV9"] She then encounters her first zombie, taking it down swiftly with two shots to the chest. Unlike the original, Capcom producer Peter Fabiano confirmed that Resident Evil 3 will not have multiple endings.

Resident Evil 3 Character Redesigns

Most of the character designs in Resident Evil 3 have been updated from their original version. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/11/resident-evil-3-comparison-remake-vs-original"]

Jill Valentine

Producers Peter Fabiano and Masachika Kawata explained in their Special Developer Message video that they were happy with how Jill Valentine’s new design came out and that it reflected the Resident Evil 3 remake’s lean towards action. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/11/resident-evil-3-comparison-remake-vs-original/loops?q=eyJsb29wVGl0bGUiOiIiLCJzdGFydFBvc2l0aW9uIjowLjM2NjY5NTg4ODU1ODgxOCwiZW5kUG9zaXRpb24iOjAuNDU5OTA1MTkwMDkzMDUyMiwic3RpY2tlckdyaWRJZHMiOlt7InBvcyI6MCwiaW1hZ2VJZCI6IiJ9LHsicG9zIjoxLCJpbWFnZUlkIjoiIn0seyJwb3MiOjIsImltYWdlSWQiOiIifSx7InBvcyI6MywiaW1hZ2VJZCI6IiJ9LHsicG9zIjo0LCJpbWFnZUlkIjoiIn0seyJwb3MiOjUsImltYWdlSWQiOiIifV0sInZpZGVvSWQiOiJhODcwNzk5NmRhZjg3OTFhODA5M2Y3ZTQxYjk4ZjZmZiIsImNyZWF0b3IiOiJKb25SeWFuLUlHTiIsImlzQnJhbmRpbmdFeGNsdWRlZCI6dHJ1ZX0="]

Carlos Oliveria

Carlos Oliveira has been changed to look more “rough around the edges”. The producers said they recreated Carlos with the dire setting of Resident Evil 3 in mind, and the idea that he would be “a reliable ally that Jill could lean on”. Producer Peter Fabiano also confirmed that Carlos will be a playable character and "have his own interesting section to play through" in RE3.

Nemesis

Nemesis also received a hefty design change, getting a nose and some very long teeth in the process. The producers said that he will have “more ways than Tyrant from Resident Evil 2 to track down his target Jill Valentine”. Scary! His more realistic appearance was achieved with the use of a technique called photogrammetry, where the developers created a real-life model of Nemesis and scanned it into the game. In an interview with Official PlayStation Magazine, producer Peter Fabiano talked about what the developers have done to make Nemesis even more terrifying. Nemesis will feature smarter AI, akin to that of Tyrant in RE2, and will have the ability to freely roam about Raccoon City. He can also use weapons, making him a threat that can harm you from distance.

RE2 Remake Achievement Links to RE3

A new achievement called Chasing Jill was added to Resident Evil 2 Remake. The description for this achievement reads, "Read a letter left behind by Jill", hinting at an in-game link to Resident Evil 3.

Where Can I Pre-Order the Resident Evil 3?

Resident Evil 3 Remake pre-orders are currently available at a variety of retailers including GameStop, Best Buy, the PlayStation Store.

What Does the Resident Evil 3 Collector’s Edition Come With?

Available exclusively at GameStop, the Resident Evil 3 Collector’s Edition includes:

• Resident Evil 3 game
• Jill Valentine figurine
• Double-sided Raccoon City poster
• Project: N and Project: R art book
• Voucher for Resident Evil 3 and Resident Evil Resistance soundtracks

When Does Resident Evil 3 Come Out?

The release date for Resident Evil 3 is April 3, 2020. It will be available for the PS4, Xbox One, and PC. What are you most excited for in the RE3 remake? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to catch up on everything you may have missed in the excellent Resident Evil 2 remake, which was a runner-up for our Game of the Year award. [poilib element="accentDivider"]

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare developer Infinity Ward has announced that it will be donating 100% of Activision’s net proceeds from purchases of the game’s “Outback” pack towards Australian wildfire relief efforts.

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— Infinity Ward (@InfinityWard) January 11, 2020

The pack, which has been renamed “The Outback Relief Pack,” includes the “Bushranger” operator skin, a legendary blueprint for Sniper Rifle Charlie weapon, a koaloa-shaped charm, a new finishing move, and a couple of other cosmetic add-ons like a sticker and calling card. Buyers also get a free battle pass tier skip.

All purchases from now through January 31 will be donated towards the relief efforts for the Australian wildfires. Any purchase already made before today will also be donated, Infinity Ward said.

“From everyone at Infinity Ward, Call of Duty, and Activision, thank you for your consideration,” the companies said. “Our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected.”

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The Australian wildfires have, since yesterday, engulfed an estimated 1.5 million acres of land, leading to the mass destruction of animal life, personal property, and at least 25 confirmed deaths as of January 6, according to NPR. An estimated 1 billion animals have died as a result of the same fires, according to a report from the New York Times.

Earlier this week, multiple posts across social media and forums showed the Call of Duty fan community calling on Infinity Ward and Activision to donate their earnings from the Outback pack towards wildfire relief efforts. It appears the companies have listened to the community’s requests.

If you’re looking for other opportunities to donate to the Australian wildfire relief efforts, you can check out our guide to places you can donate and celebrities who’ve donated to the effort.

[poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer for IGN.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare developer Infinity Ward has announced that it will be donating 100% of Activision’s net proceeds from purchases of the game’s “Outback” pack towards Australian wildfire relief efforts.

pic.twitter.com/2yCdwSeYSR

— Infinity Ward (@InfinityWard) January 11, 2020

The pack, which has been renamed “The Outback Relief Pack,” includes the “Bushranger” operator skin, a legendary blueprint for Sniper Rifle Charlie weapon, a koaloa-shaped charm, a new finishing move, and a couple of other cosmetic add-ons like a sticker and calling card. Buyers also get a free battle pass tier skip.

All purchases from now through January 31 will be donated towards the relief efforts for the Australian wildfires. Any purchase already made before today will also be donated, Infinity Ward said.

“From everyone at Infinity Ward, Call of Duty, and Activision, thank you for your consideration,” the companies said. “Our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected.”

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The Australian wildfires have, since yesterday, engulfed an estimated 1.5 million acres of land, leading to the mass destruction of animal life, personal property, and at least 25 confirmed deaths as of January 6, according to NPR. An estimated 1 billion animals have died as a result of the same fires, according to a report from the New York Times.

Earlier this week, multiple posts across social media and forums showed the Call of Duty fan community calling on Infinity Ward and Activision to donate their earnings from the Outback pack towards wildfire relief efforts. It appears the companies have listened to the community’s requests.

If you’re looking for other opportunities to donate to the Australian wildfire relief efforts, you can check out our guide to places you can donate and celebrities who’ve donated to the effort.

[poilib element="accentDivider"] Joseph Knoop is a writer/producer for IGN.

Netflix's The Witcher was purposefully designed to be a TV adaptation of the series of fantasy stories by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski and not the CD Projekt Red video games, despite U.S. viewers being more familiar with the games than the books, according to showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. "I think Amercian audiences mostly know about Geralt from the video games," Hissrich said, while speaking to host Brandon Jenkins on Netflix's Behind the Scenes podcast. "The answer [to why the show adapts the books] is very simple though and it's that the video games are are based on the books. They are an adaptation of the books. For me it didn't make sense to make an adaptation of an adaptation of something." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-witcher-explaining-all-the-characters-and-who-plays-them&captions=true"] "What that does is allow us to tell The Witcher story but just in a different way," she added. "I think a lot of video game fans are concerned that we're taking something from them. That we're usurping something that's theirs. And the truth is, I love the video games. They are not going anywhere. They are insanely successful. I can only hope that our show is that successful. The video games aren't going anywhere and the books aren't going anywhere. This is just a third way to enjoy these same characters and this same world." Speaking of The Witcher video games, CD Projekt Red just struck a new deal with author Andrzej Sapkowski to continue making Witcher games. Meanwhile, showrunner Hissrich has stated that The Witcher: Season 2 will land in 2021 and be much more linear in its storytelling. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/01/10/why-netflixs-locke-and-key-should-be-on-your-watch-list"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Fowler is a writer for IGN and a member of the Television Critics Association. Follow him on Twitter at @TheMattFowler and Facebook at Facebook.com/MattBFowler.

Netflix's The Witcher was purposefully designed to be a TV adaptation of the series of fantasy stories by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski and not the CD Projekt Red video games, despite U.S. viewers being more familiar with the games than the books, according to showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich. "I think Amercian audiences mostly know about Geralt from the video games," Hissrich said, while speaking to host Brandon Jenkins on Netflix's Behind the Scenes podcast. "The answer [to why the show adapts the books] is very simple though and it's that the video games are are based on the books. They are an adaptation of the books. For me it didn't make sense to make an adaptation of an adaptation of something." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=the-witcher-explaining-all-the-characters-and-who-plays-them&captions=true"] "What that does is allow us to tell The Witcher story but just in a different way," she added. "I think a lot of video game fans are concerned that we're taking something from them. That we're usurping something that's theirs. And the truth is, I love the video games. They are not going anywhere. They are insanely successful. I can only hope that our show is that successful. The video games aren't going anywhere and the books aren't going anywhere. This is just a third way to enjoy these same characters and this same world." Speaking of The Witcher video games, CD Projekt Red just struck a new deal with author Andrzej Sapkowski to continue making Witcher games. Meanwhile, showrunner Hissrich has stated that The Witcher: Season 2 will land in 2021 and be much more linear in its storytelling. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/01/10/why-netflixs-locke-and-key-should-be-on-your-watch-list"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Fowler is a writer for IGN and a member of the Television Critics Association. Follow him on Twitter at @TheMattFowler and Facebook at Facebook.com/MattBFowler.