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You can't get Dying Light on Switch via EU eShop because the game is banned in Germany

Dying Light may have launched on the Nintendo Switch, but if you're eager to download and play the game in Europe, you're out of luck: the game is not available on the eShop because it's banned in Germany, it turns out. Dying Light's recently-announced Switch port was supposed to go live yesterday, October 19, but frustrated players in EU regions noticed it never got listed on the Switch's digital storefront. In a post over on Reddit, a member of the dvelopment team at Techland explained why the game is only available physically in some EU regions.

Battlefield 4: China Rising DLC broadens horizons for both veterans and raw recruits

Battlefield 4's China Rising DLC drops today for Premium Members, and Paul Davies not only played through it, but spoke with DICE Producer Craig McLeod on how the developer inspires veteran players while encouraging raw recruits. Battlefield 4 DLC schedule China Rising - out December 3 today for Premium Members, general release on December 17 Second Assault - contains BF3 maps: Operation Metro, Caspian Border, Gulf of Oman, and Operation Firestorm.

Battlefield 5: here's all of the weapons and vehicles available at release

DICE has provided information on the vehicles and weapons players will use in Battlefield 5 when it releases. Battlefield 5 will contain 30 primary weapons, seven side-arms, nine melee weapons and more when it is released in November. There will also be a number of vehicles players can drive or pilot in the game. The use of certain weapons will be dependent upon which of the four classes were chosen by the player.

Elden Ring Godfrey - How to beat First Elden Lord (Golden Shade)

We hope you’ve been enjoying your time at Elden Ring’s Royal Capital of Lyndell so far. For many, navigating the alleyways and rooftops of this gilded city has been tough, particularly as it's quite easy to lose your way around. Regardless of how your experience with the capital has been so far, you’re about to fight the first major boss of Lyndell: Godfrey, First Elden Lord. Technically, you’re going to fight the Golden Shade spectral version of Elden Ring's Godfrey.

Monster Hunter World: How to kill Anjanath in the Ancient Forest, what are Anjanath's weaknesses, and how to farm Anjanath effectively

With the influx of new players on PC, one of the toughest early-game encounters in Monster Hunter World is waiting to claim a fresh set of victims: Anjanath, one of the Ancient Forest’s strongest predators. Capable of tearing through Hunters with its powerful bite or scorching them with its fiery spit, killing Anjanath can be hard without the right preparation and strategy. Here’s the best method for how to complete the Anjanath assignment.

Nintendo Labo Kits are now just $30 at Best Buy

If you’ve been intrigued by Nintendo Labo but couldn’t quite justify paying full price for stacks of cardboard, the Variety Kit and Robot Kit are now just $29.99 at Best Buy. Even though it’s so easy to rip into Nintendo Labo – I guess figuratively and literally – it’s another of those wacky ideas that actually offers some interesting possibilities. You can find some surprising depth in a number of the different toys that can be made, with the keyboard a real standout for me.

SteamOS 3 leaks, giving us a look at the full Steam Deck UI

The latest version of Valve's Linux-based operating system, SteamOS 3, is now out in the wild. This is the same system that'll be installed on every Steam Deck, but it's also of interest to Windows users running Steam on desktops and other devices. That is, in part, because Valve will be porting the Steam Deck UI over onto PC to replace the dated Big Picture Mode, at some point. Valve has made several changes to the flow of the interface specifically for it to work on a handheld device, and some of these benefits will transfer over to the controller-driven side of desktop Steam.

Gemma Atkinson confirmed for Red Alert 3 appearance

Ex-Hollyoaks woman Gemma Atkinson is to appear in Red Alert 3 as Lt Eva McKenna. So there you are. "I'm a gamer and the chance to act in one of the best loved videogames was an opportunity I was really keen to explore – especially as Eva is such a strong female character," said Atkinson in a statement. "The worlds of gaming and film are getting ever closer and as an actress I wanted to explore this exciting new area of drama, broaden my acting skills and continue the active, outgoing side of my personality that I showed in I’m A Celebrity.

Overwatch players can earn the Dr. Ziegler skin in Mercy's Recall Challenge

The skin teased in Mercy's Overwatch short earlier today can be yours. Overwatch players can unlock limited-time rewards, including the legendary Dr. Angela Ziegler skin, by winning games and watching the game played on Twitch now through December 2. To earn various prizes, you will need to have wins in Quick Play, Competitive Play, and Arcade. Winning will earn you a limited-time player icon, two sprays, and the legendary Dr. Ziegler skin, in addition to weekly rewards.

Halo Wars add-on, Strategic Options, confirmed and detailed

Microsoft just confirmed a first Halo Wars add-on, titled Strategic Options. It's to release in the "coming weeks". It'll include the following: Keepaway Mode is the “Halo Wars” adaptation of Capture the Flag. Teams will battle it out to capture a free-roaming Forerunner Sentinel to score points before the other team. Capture three sentinels to claim victory. Tug of War Mode is all about having a stronger army than the opponent.