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‘Bloodborne’ Modding Community Uncovers Loran Cleric Boss Fight
From Software have a habit of leaving cut content in their games, and once again, fans have discovered more of that content. Modders for Bloodborne have uncovered a boss fight with the mysterious Loran Cleric. The Loran Cleric exists in the game already, but according to the game’s files, the Loran Cleric was supposed to have a more prominent presence in the game.
According to the files, the Loran Cleric, which is found in the Loran Chalice Dungeons, would have also appeared in the Forbidden Woods, Old Yharnam, and the Upper Cathedral Ward. On top of that, there were variants of the base Loran Cleric — a variant version titled “Fort” is referenced in Bloodborne‘s files that seems to culminate in a boss fight. In the video below, the modding community was able to reconstruct the missing boss fight, although the AI is a little suspect.
As mentioned, the community has also been able to find and restore content from Bloodborne before this, including the restoration of a Snake Ball boss fight, as well as uncovering Father Gascoigne as an NPC. It makes you wonder if From Software’s recent game, Sekiro, has its own secrets…
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‘System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary’ Now Available on the Nintendo Switch 2; Free Upgrade Available
Nightdive Studios has given Nintendo Switch 2 fans some love when it comes to System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary. Previously released for the original Switch, players can now grab the Switch 2 version from the Nintendo eShop. Or, if you already own the Switch version, you can grab the Switch 2 version as a free upgrade! There’s even a 40% discount on now until June 23.
Initially launching for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Store on last June, System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster eventually made it to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch the next month. The Switch 2 version of the game offers enhanced resolution, higher fram rate, and support for mouse control.
Set 42 years after the events of the first game, it’s the year 2114. As you awake from cryo sleep on the FTL ship Von Braun, you are unable to remember who or where you are… and something has gone terribly wrong. Hybrid mutants and deadly robots roam the halls while the cries from the remaining crew reverberate through the cold hull of the ship. SHODAN, a rogue AI bent on the destruction of mankind has taken over and it’s up to you to stop her.
Delve through the corridors of the derelict ship Von Braun and immerse yourself in the story rich atmosphere and environments. Explore deck by deck and unravel the horrifying fate of the Von Braun and her crew.