Video Games
‘Vampire Survivors’-inspired ‘Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood’ Available Today in Early Access on Steam [Trailer]
With Renfield on the way from director Chris McKay (The Tomorrow War, LEGO Batman Movie), what better way to do a tie-in than a video game? That’s exactly what Skybound Games and developer Mega Cat Studios are doing with the Vampire Survivors-esque Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood on Steam.
Available now in Early Access, Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood is inspired by the film (obviously), and has Dracula tasking you with a simple job – do everything he wants you to do for the rest of his immortal life. This single-player adventure combines “the simplicity of one-touch gameplay with frenetic, room-based action” not unlike poncle’s hit game. You’ll be fighting waves of enemies throughout New Orleans, dying, and resurrecting while you obliterate dozens of foes and multiple bosses.
As you level up, you’ll be able to equip yourself with dozens of upgradable weapons and pest-powered skills to become Dracula’s very best (and only) employee. The plan while in Early Access is to continually add more gear and challenges “over the next several months”. That’s in addition to the new levels, enemies, victims, playable characters and unlockables.
Renfield starring Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage as the titular Renfield and Dracula respectively, alongside Awkwafina, arrives in theatres on April 14. Check out Meagan’s review in case you’re still undecided.
Video Games
‘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.