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I learned from the developers that when they were figuring out the funny parts of *Baby Steps*, they really took to heart something Patricia Highsmith said: basically, if *they* were entertained enough to finish the game, then players would be too. It’s why the dialogue feels so natural! They just improvised back and forth, and if they made each other laugh, they kept it in. Apparently, that’s why Gabe included so many of the moments where I, well, messed up my lines – they genuinely found those funny while they were making the game!

Game Rant recently got a sneak peek at *Dispatch*, a game that uniquely mixes the storytelling of visual novels with the challenge of strategy and management sims. To build excitement, the developers at AdHoc Games are releasing the complete story in weekly episodes – two episodes each week for a month – allowing players to experience the narrative as it unfolds.

Mirak Valley and the Hainan Resort map from *Battlefield 4* seem quite different at first glance. Hainan Resort was a lush, tropical setting with lots of boats, while Mirak Valley is a more countryside environment specifically created for tank battles. However, they both offer similar gameplay experiences. Both maps are best suited for large-scale team modes like the classic *Battlefield* Conquest, but also include areas for smaller, more focused modes like Squad Deathmatch.

PC gamers can regularly find free games on both the Epic Games Store and Steam. Every Thursday at 10:00am Central Time, the Epic Games Store offers new free games. Steam’s free offerings are less predictable, but they do have games available to claim each month. Right now, there are a total of four free games available – three from the Epic Games Store and one from Steam.

Sucker Punch Productions’ *Ghost of Tsushima* was a major hit for the studio, becoming one of the best-selling games in the US in 2020 and the company’s best-selling title in its 27-year history. Given the game’s popularity, a sequel was widely expected, and fans are now excited for *Ghost of Yotei*, which will be released exclusively on PlayStation 5 on October 2nd.

The Rasengan is a hugely popular technique, both in the original *Naruto* series and its sequel, *Boruto*. Originally created by Minato Namikaze, the Fourth Hokage, it has since been improved upon, with the most recent version, the Rasengan Uzuhiko, appearing in *Boruto*. The Rasengan continues to develop over time, so it’s likely we’ll see even more powerful versions used by future characters after Boruto Uzumaki.

The game *Baby Steps* shares similarities with “rage games,” but aims for a calming experience rather than frustration. Players will navigate a misty, mountainous world using a unique physics system designed to mimic the feeling of learning to walk. We spoke with the three developers of *Baby Steps* (Bennett Foddy, Maxi Boch, and Gabe Cuzzillo) about the game’s origins and development process. This interview has been shortened and edited for easier reading.

Several promising new games inspired by the ‘Souls’ series are on the horizon, aiming to innovate and potentially surpass the genre’s current leader. These games, set in atmospheric locations like crumbling castles and desolate worlds, will challenge players with demanding combat, require careful observation, and are all built with a shared dedication to dark, immersive storytelling.

Injuries are bound to happen in Kairos, with so many enemies constantly trying to attack Vault Hunters. To help with that, consider getting the Sparky Shield. It regularly shocks nearby enemies whenever your shield isn’t completely full – which will be often during tough fights. This is especially useful because shocking enemies weakens their shields, making it a bit easier to tackle challenges on your own.

Players are always trying to find better gear, whether to improve their character’s abilities or just feel stronger. *Borderlands 4* offers plenty of powerful legendary items, and there are many ways to get them. You can tackle challenging endgame content like Ultimate Vault Hunter mode, repeatedly fight bosses in Moxxi’s Big Encore, or redeem special Shift Codes released by Gearbox for rewards like Golden Keys and other items.