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Monster Hunter World Update Has Major Bug Fixes

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The latest update for Monster Hunter World is addressing a number of bugs that is sure to make an already happy fan-base even more pleased with the gaming experience.

Here is everything that is being addressed in the Monster Hunter World update V1.0.3, courtesy of Capcom:

Major changes for Xbox One:

  •  Fixed all matchmaking functionality issues for Xbox One players, including “Matchmake”, “Filter Search”, “Squad Sessions Session” and “Respond to SOS”.

Major changes for PS4 and Xbox One:

  • Fixed a rare issue with gathering points and bounties not working correctly; points counter were not updating correctly.
  • Fixed two issues with the Hunting Horn:
    • Players would sometimes be unable to dodge-cancel while playing an Encore;
    • The initial shockwave blast when playing a song sometimes wouldn’t happen.

For fans who are not already familiar, below are release notes for all previous patches since the games release:

Day 1 patch:

Online and additional systems
  • Multiplayer
  • Event quests
  • Chat functionality
  • Ability to claim rewards from the Housekeeper in your room
  • Gallery Mode added to title menu

Additional text languages
NOTE: Additional text languages vary by region; all versions feature voice and text in Japanese, English, French, Italian, Spanish and German.

  • North America, South America: Brazilian Portuguese
  • Europe, Middle East, Oceania, Africa, India: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian
  • Asia: Traditional Chinese, Korean
  • Japan: no additional text languages

Patch 1.02:

Bug Fixes

Based on feedback from the Beta tests, we’ve made adjustments to address the issue of excessive hits registering when using certain weapons in combination with items and abilities, such as:

  • Torch Pod (Slinger)
  • Wyvernblast (Light Bowgun)
  • Large Barrel Bomb (Item)
  • Health Booster (Specialized Tool)
  • Shock Trap (Item)

Poogie!

Hunting monsters is hard work and, sometimes, hunters need to unwind. Petting an adorable Poogie is the perfect way to get your mind off those razor-sharp Anjanath fangs that closed on you just moments ago. Pet it (the Poogie, not the Anjanath) the right way and it’ll eventually start warming up to you, even letting you pick it up and take it all over Astera! You might even be rewarded for your kindness…

Claim your rewards

As noted above, this update adds the ability to claim rewards from the Housekeeper. This will be key when getting those sweet pre-order bonuses, digital deluxe items and/or Commendation Packs you’ve earned by playing the Betas on PS4! Here’s how to tackle each scenario:

Pre-Order bonus (Origin Set, Fair Wind Charm):

  1. Download the Pre-order items from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Marketplace.
  2. Launch the game;
  3. Go into your room, in Astera;
  4. Talk to the Housekeeper;
  5. Select “Claim Bonuses”;
  6. Pre-order bonuses will be delivered to your Equipment Box.

Deluxe Edition items (Samurai Set, Face Paint, Haircut):
Items are included in the Digital Deluxe version. Collector’s Edition includes download code. Deluxe Kit also sold separately in the PlayStation Store and Xbox Marketplace.

  1. Download the Deluxe Kit from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Marketplace.
  2. Launch the game;
  3. Go into your room, in Astera;
  4. Talk to the Housekeeper;
  5. Select “Claim Bonuses”;
  6. Deluxe Edition items will be selectable from the “Change Appearance” menu in the Equipment Box in your room.

Beta Rewards (Commendation Packs, Face Paint):
NOTE: PlayStation 4 exclusive. Can only be claimed on ONE character.

  1. Launch the game using the same PlayStation Network ID used to play the Beta;
  2. Go into your room, in Astera;
  3. Talk to the Housekeeper;
  4. Select “Claim Bonuses”;
  5. Items in the Commendation Packs will be sent to your Item Box;
  6. Camouflage Face Paint will be selectable from the “Change Appearance” menu in the Equipment Box in your room.

 

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Patreon Hires Twitch’s Adiya Taylor as New Corporate Communications Lead

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Content creation platform Patreon has officially tabbed Adiya Taylor as their new corporate communications lead, effective in February, according to an official announcement.

Taylor worked for Amazon’s video game streaming platform Twitch for three years in a variety of roles, most recently serving as the company’s senior monetization communications manager prior to her departure.

Taylor’s hiring comes after Patreon brought on Brielle Villablanca as Vice President of communications and creator advocacy back in November 2023.

“I’m thrilled to begin crafting and implementing a communications strategy around policy, trust and safety, product and more,” Taylor said during an official post on the networking platform LinkedIn, adding that she believes Patreon is a “true advocate” for creators.

“I’m looking forward to more storytelling around how we’re fostering fandom so that creators own long-lasting businesses built around their artistry,” Taylor added.

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Microsoft Bringing Four Games to Rival Consoles

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Microsoft has responded to recent reports that there will be changes to it’s first-party strategy and has confirmed that four game titles will be released on rival consoles.

More specifically, Xbox head Phil Spencer said that ‘Starfield’ and ‘Indiana Jones’ will not be among the four titles heading to other platforms. Both games had a number of candidate platforms, per reports, adding that this is “not a change to our fundamental exclusive strategy.”

“We don’t damage Xbox and we can grow our business using what other platforms have to help us with that,” Spencer said, according to GamesIndustry.biz.  “Looking forward, I think there is an interesting story for us of introducing Xbox franchises to players on other platforms to get them more interested in Xbox. We think there’s a good brand value for Xbox there.”

Xbox president Sarah Bond announced that Activision Blizzard games would begin to be added into Game Pass offerings, starting with Diablo 4, which will be added on March 28th.

Additionally, Bond said that Microsoft is still working on hardware for the future and that their focus regarding the future is “delivering the largest technical leap you will ever have seen in a hardware generation.”

 

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Sega’s Revenue See Rise to $27 Billion

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Sega Sammy has released its financial report for the nine-month period that officially concluded on December 31st, 2023, and that report that demonstrated a rise in overall sales and profit despite a decrease in sales for Sega’s new titles.

That decline was offset by growth in pachislot and pachinko machines, however Sega had lowered its sales forecasts for the full financial year.

Here is a breakdown, courtesy of GamesIndustry.biz.

  • Net sales: ¥349.9 billion ($2.3 billion, up 28.7% year-on-year)
  • Operating income: ¥54.4 billion ($364 million, up 42.4% year-on-year)
  • Ordinary income: ¥57.2 billion ($383 million, up 42.7% year-on-year)
  • Net sales were up 130.3% to ¥120.2 billion ($805 million) in this segment
  • Ordinary income increased by 521.3% at ¥45.7 billion ($306 million).
  • Entertainment Contents segment, which includes video games, net sales were up 4.2% at ¥219.3 billion
  • Profit decreased by 52.5% to ¥19.7 billion ($131.8 million) as a result of weak game sales

You can read a breakdown of the entire report at GamesIndustry.biz here.

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