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A new update for the Xbox One version of Terraria has caused a “serious issue” that makes the game’s online multiplayer unplayable.

The new update launched on July 6, and in a tweet today, 505 told fans to “avoid” Terraria’s online multiplayer as the company finds a permanent fix.

“We are sorry to confirm that a serious issue exists in the Xbox One Terraria update that was published on July 6, version KTCP-20160531,” 505 said (via VideoGamer.com). “Online multiplayer is broken, and players should avoid trying to use that game mode for now.

“Single-player and local multiplayer are not affected, and can be safely used. Be assured that we are working on fixing this currently and we will get a fix out as soon as practical.”

There is no word yet on when the fix will be delivered. Keep checking back with GameSpot for the latest.

Terraria was originally released on PC in 2011, before coming to consoles later. The Xbox One version (along with a PlayStation 4 edition) launched in November 2014. Terraria has been a big hit, as it’s sold more than 18 million copies across all platforms.

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Pikmin 4 was announced in September 2015, but not much has been said about it since. Now, iconic Nintendo designer Shigeru Miyamoto has provided an update for fans, though there are still plenty of unanswered questions.

Speaking to GameRant, Miyamoto confirmed the game remains in development. As for why Nintendo has kept quiet about it lately, Miyamoto explained that it wasn’t always the highest priority, though he suggested it’s now getting close to finding a place on Nintendo’s schedule.

“You know, when we’re in development we have to create a list of priorities and it has been hard to kind of fit [Pikmin 4] into that list,” he said. “But we’re hopefully starting to see that on the list now.”

When Pikmin 4 was announced last year, Miyamoto said the game was “actually very close to completion.”

The latest game in the series was 2013’s Pikmin 3 for Wii U. That was the first franchise entry after almost a decade, as Pikmin 2 came out in 2004 for GameCube. In an earlier interview, Miyamoto said “Pikmin teams are always working on the next one.”

Nintendo has not said when Pikmin 4 will launch or which platform(s) it might be released on. Options might include Wii U, 3DS, or the NX, though nothing is confirmed at this point. We also don’t know anything about the gameplay or story.

What would you like to see from Pikmin 4? Let us know in the comments below!

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While the villains of Marvel’s movies are often well-known bad guys drawn from the comic books, this isn’t always the case. Kaecilius, the character that Mads Mikkelsen will play in the upcoming Doctor Strange isn’t technically new, but very little is known about him. Now a new prequel comic has revealed some of his backstory.

As reported by ComicBook.com, the prequel comic is written and drawn by Will Corona Pilgrim and Jorge Fornes, and takes place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. At that point in the story, Kaecilius was not a villain. He was a high-ranking Master of he Mystic Arts, working alongside the Ancient One, who will be portrayed by Tilda Swinton in the film.

The comic shows the Masters in pursuit of a rogue member of their order, to retrieve a powerful staff he has stolen. Kaecilius is very much in charge, and unlike the other members of the Order, carries two small bladed weapons:

A character called Kaecilius did appear in the Doctor Strange comics of the 1960s, but in a largely forgotten role seemingly different to the one that has been created for the movie.

Last month, Mikkelsen spoke about film, and how it would differ from previous Marvel movies. “You have all the action, all the good ingredients you get in a Marvel film, but it will have a different flavour,” he told Yahoo! Movies.

“If you look at the comic books, [they] are quite different [to other Marvel stories]. I think that the film will be different from the other [Marvel] films that we’ve seen, but not as different as the books are, because that was basically the ’60s and ’70s. It was more like an acid trip.

“We’ve taken that fascination of the time into something we can relate to today. So you still have the energy, you still have the colours, you still have the madness, but you also have something you can identify with.”

Doctor Strange stars Benedict Cumberbatch as mystical sorcerer Stephen Strange, and also also features Chiwetel Ejiofor and Rachel McAdams. It is directed by Sinister‘s Scott Derrickson.

The first trailer was released in April–check it out here. The film hits theaters on November 4, 2016.

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LawBreakers, the multiplayer arena-based shooter designed by Gears of War creator Cliff Bleszinski, will have a second alpha test on July 9 and July 10.

The alpha test will run from 9 AM to 9 PM PDT/5 AM to 5 PM BST on both days, and include a new map called The Promenade. Along with this, the alpha will have the Overcharge game mode, which is developer Bosskey’s take on Capture the Flag.

For those that don’t already have an alpha test access key, publisher Nexon has said there will be “more tests and key giveaways” soon. Those with a key can participate in every public alpha test.

Changes to the game that have been made since the first alpha have also been detailed. These were made based on feedback from players. Take a look below to see a complete list.

Core gameplay

• Titan base speed increased from 700 to 800
• Enforcer base speed increased from 700 to 800
• Vanguard base speed increased from 800 to 850
• Assassin base speed increased from 800 to 900

Healing

• Health stations ramp up over time, gaining 10 bonus healing each tick

Assassin

• Romerus charged shot damage per projectile reduced from 35 to 30
• Romerus ideal damage range reduced from 25 to 20 units

Titan

• Self-damage multiplier with the rocket launcher reduced from 75% to 50%

Lawbreakers–which is no longer a free-to-play game–is currently set for a PC-only release. Bleszinski has said that it could come to consoles if they found a good partner to handle the port.

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While some filmmakers are incredibly secretive about the work that goes on while a movie is in production, others love to keep their fans updated. Michael Bay is one such director, who has been providing plenty of behind-the-scenes looks at the currently-shooting Transformers: The Last Knight. His latest Instagram photos reveal the epic scale of the production:

In addition, star Isabela Moner has featured in a new video, surfing down the inside of a crashed subway car. Check that out here.

Last month, Bay revealed the latest member of the robotic cast, an Autobot called Squeeks. This follows the new looks given to fan favourites Bumblebee and Barricade.

Transformers: The Last Knight will be released in June 2017. Mark Wahlberg returns from 2014’s Transformers: Age of Extinction, and will be joined by Josh Duhamel and Anthony Hopkins.

Earlier this year Paramount announced that it will be releasing a new Transformers movie every year until at least 2019. The studio confirmed the release dates for the next three movies: Transformers 6 is scheduled to debut on June 8, 2018, and Transformers 7 will follow on June 28, 2019.

In January, Bay confirmed that although he was returning to the director’s chair for The Last Knight, it will be his final movie in the series. “I still have a great time,” he told Rolling Stone. “It’s fun to do a movie that 100 million people will see. But this is the last one. I have to pass the reins to someone else. It’s time to move on. One more.”

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Now that Pokemon Go is available to download, developer Niantic Labs has updated its website with a rundown of all of the game’s major known issues.

One of the problems is the “You already own this item” error message on Android devices, while another bug makes your progress temporarily reset to level 1. Additionally, Niantic Labs warns that Pokemon Go can zap your battery when playing for a long time. “We are working on a solution,” the developer said about the battery life issue.

Other problems include distorted audio and drifting or jittery GPS location service. “Please ensure location/GPS enabled and set to high-accuracy mode,” Niantic said about this. “We’re constantly working to improve GPS accuracy and stability. In general, GPS accuracy largely depends on the device you’re using and your signal/connection strength.”

Scroll down to see all of the Pokemon Go known issues, as well as some workarounds where available. All of the text is written by Niantic Labs (via Kotaku).

The AR game is free with microtransactions, though if you want limited access to the game without unlocking your phone, you can buy a $35 optional accessory. The accessory vibrates when a Pokemon is nearby, at which point you’ll have to press a button to catch the creature.

For more on Pokemon Go–which challenges players to find, catch, and collect Pokemon in the real world–check out GameSpot’s article on essential facts you’ll need to know before jumping in. It covers where to find Pokemon, how to hatch eggs and evolve, and the in-game Pokemon Gyms.

Pokemon Go Known Issues:

Receive “You already own this item” error message (Android only)

• If your device loses internet connectivity while purchasing PokeCoins from the shop, you may receive the “You already own this item” error message. Please power off and restart your device to resolve this issue.

Trainer progress temporarily resets to Level 1

• You may have inadvertently created two Pokemon Go accounts: one account using Google and one using Pokemon Trainer Club. If you create an account with one login method and later attempt to use the other login method, a second account is created. To resolve this issue, log out of your account via the Settings menu and then log back in with your original login method.

Distorted audio

• In some situations, music and sound effects within Pokemon Go app may become distorted or delayed. This issue often occurs while connected to Bluetooth audio. We are aware of the issue and we are actively working on a solution.

Heavy battery use

• Some devices may experience battery drain while playing Pokemon GO for prolonged periods of time. We are working on a solution.

My location is jittery or drifts

• Please ensure location/GPS enabled and set to high-accuracy mode. We’re constantly working to improve GPS accuracy and stability. In general, GPS accuracy largely depends on the device you’re using and your signal/connection strength.

Receive “This item is not available in your country” error when trying to download the app.

• Please check your Google Wallet settings to ensure your address is based in the proper country. If this doesn’t work, you could also try reaching out to the Google Play support team via their Help Center.

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Having set two groups of superheroes against each other the smash hit Captain America: Civil War, Joe and Anthony Russo are now looking to bring another gang showdown to the screen. It has been reported that the directing brothers are to remake the classic thriller The Warriors.

According to Deadline, the Russos are teaming with Paramount TV and Hulu to update the property as an hour-long TV pilot. A full series is expected if the pilot proves successful, although the Russos are currently only committed to that first episode.

The Warriors was originally released in 1979, directed by Walter Hill. The movie was itself based on a novel, and it is now considered to be one of the great cult classics of the late ’70s.

After The Warriors, the Russos will return to Marvel for the two-part Avengers: Infinity War, which is due in 2018 and 2019. The two films are being shot back-to-back, and in May Anthony Russo revealed just how complex the production process is expected to be.

“We are shooting both movies at the same time, [and] there are so many actors involved in those films,” he told Den of Geek. “I think our narrative approach on those movies in going to be very unique to a superhero film.”

“One piece of the process is really important to us: that we watch and cut scenes every 48 hours,” he said. “So that we’re constantly assessing how the ideas are working. And if they are working, how can we make them work even better? And if they’re not working, then how do we fix them?

“I think it’ll be a very difficult, long shoot, because we’ll constantly be shooting and assessing and reshooting and assessing.”

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Game of the Year Edition has been rated by a German classification board, suggesting a version of CD Projekt Red’s RPG with all post-launch DLC will be available in the future.

The listing, which was discovered by Twitter user Lifelower, has been rated for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Neither developer CD Projekt Red nor publishers Bandai Namco and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have officially teased or announced a Game of the Year Edition yet.

GameSpot has contacted CD Projekt for a statement.

Since its launch in 2015, The Witcher 3 has been updated with two large expansion packs: Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. The latter added a whole new region and featured 90 new quests, making up around 30 hours of gameplay.

CD Projekt co-founder, Marcin Iwinski said Blood and Wine is definitely the final chapter in The Witcher 3’s story and the studio has no intention of making a new Witcher game for the foreseeable future.

Instead it is focusing on Cyberpunk 2077, which is scheduled to launch sometime in the 2017-2021 window. The studio doesn’t expect to show more of it until for a while, however.

“Right now it’s the end of talking about Cyberpunk until we can go out there and show stuff and say, ‘Hey, here it is,’ because that’s how we do games, Iwinski said in May. “There is too much talking about what it possibly could be, and how big, and…

“When we show it, we should show it and explain it. So I’m going to have people not read anything about Cyberpunk probably for the next… time, whatever the time will be.”

At E3 2016, CD Projekt announced Gwent, a standalone version of The Witcher 3’s card collecting and battling game. It is scheduled for September, across Xbox One, PS4, and PC.

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