Stellar Blade Day One Update Will Remove Unintentional Racial Slur Reference
Sony will remove a piece of in-game graffiti in Stellar Blade that created an unintentional reference to a racial slur, and the fix will come in a day-one patch.
Spotted by IGN, there’s a shop in Stellar Blade called the “R Shop” owned by the character Roxanne and its sign is placed next to the word “hard” in graffiti. When placed together, the two separate phrases seem to accidentally form a reference to the racial slur.
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“The placement of two graphics near each other in Stellar Blade resulted in an unintentionally objectionable phrase,” PlayStation said in a statement. “Shift Up had no intention of creating offensive artwork and will be replacing the graffiti for the Day 1 patch.”
IGN also asked PlayStation if future prints of physical copies for the game will include the patch. PlayStation reiterated that the issue will be addressed in the day-one patch. However, it looks like the issue has already been patched out, with the word “hard” replaced with “crime.”
This isn’t the first time that unintentional racism occurred in a game. Back in 2021, Back 4 Blood developer Turtle Rock Studios addressed an issue during the game’s open beta of zombies saying what sounded like a racial slur, especially when multiple zombies were saying the line at once. The developer fixed the problem prior to the game launching.
Stellar Blade launches on April 26, exclusively on PS5. In GameSpot’s Stellar Blade review, we said, “A strong battle system and exciting moments make Stellar Blade more than just an imitator.”
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Lego Baby Yoda On Sale At Amazon For Star Wars Day, But It’ll Sell Out Soon
Amazon has several great deals on Lego Star Wars sets for Star Wars Day, including everyone’s favorite Force-wielding toddler: Grogu. Affectionately known as Baby Yoda, this cute little guy has been a fan favorite ever since his first appearance in The Mandalorian Season 1. The Baby Yoda Lego set deal, which drops the price from $90 to $62, is selling out fast–70% of stock was already claimed at publish time. If you want to add this adorable Lego set to your collection, you’ll need to wield the Force (your credit card) soon. While you’re picking up Baby Yoda, check out Amazon’s $60 discount on Lego Chewbacca and Ahsoka Ghost & Phantom II Starship ($32 off).
$62 (was $90)
Clocking in at 1,073 pieces, this Baby Yoda set is larger than you’d expect at this price. Once you’ve snapped together all the bricks, you’ll be able to make use of several articulating joints (such as a swiveling head, moveable ears, and rotating wrist). Lego says the kit was built for children 10 and up, though you may want to help younger builders, as this 1,000+ piece set could take a while to snap together.
Keep in mind that this kit is designed to be a collectible–not a toy–so you probably won’t want to leave it sitting around in your living room. Instead, you’ll want to display it in a game room or home office. To help show off your masterpiece, you’ll get an included information sign and Baby Yoda minifigure.
For more Star Wars Day deals, check out our roundup of the best Lego deals. You should also take a look at the new collection of Lego sets released for Star Wars Day and the 25th anniversary of the highly successful collaboration between Lego and Star Wars. Speaking of 25th anniversaries, The Phantom Menace turns 25 this month, and Disney is celebrating with a collection of new merch, including a limited-edition Darth Maul Lightsaber hit.
This Lego Chewbacca Set Is 30% Off During Star Wars Day
As part of Amazon’s Star Wars Day sale, the large Lego Star Wars Chewbacca model kit is on sale for just $140 at Amazon, which is a 30% discount off its usual $200 price tag.
The 2,139-piece set lets you build a detailed 18-inch model of the Wookie hero with his iconic bowcaster rifle and bandolier. The box also includes an informative display placard and a Chewbacca Lego minifig. The Lego Star Wars Chewbacca model was originally released in celebration of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’s 40th anniversary in 2023, and this discount deal is a perfect opportunity to pick it up if you’ve been eyeing the kit. The deal is available as part of today’s Star Wars Day event and quantities are limited, so head over to Amazon and pick up the kit while you can.
Chewy isn’t the only Lego Star Wars set on sale at Amazon during Star Wars Day 2024. You can also pick up a similar large-scale character model of The Mandalorian’s Grogu–aka Baby Yoda–for just $62 (down from $90). Of course, some of the coolest Star Wars sets are of the franchise’s many starships, and several of those are on sale as well, including a kit featuring the Ghost and Phantom II ships from the Star Wars: Ahsoka series that’s down to $128 (was $160). Like the Chewbacca model, these discounts are only available for a limited time during Star Wars Day, and may sell out quickly, so grab them while you can.
Those are just a small selection of the many Lego Star Wars deals available during Star Wars Day 2024. Not only are dozens of sets discounted online, Lego also dropped several new kits, including a giant TIE Interceptor model. Be sure to check our roundup of the best Lego Star Wars Day deals to see what else out there, and check our guides for the latest Star Wars Day price drops on even more Star Wars collectibles, videos games, books, tabletop games, and more.
Darth Maul Limited-Edition Lightsaber Available Now For Star Wars Day
Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace turns 25 later this month, so it only makes sense that Disney would celebrate this year’s edition of Star Wars Day with a line of nostalgic merch. Earlier this week, new Phantom Menace Lego sets launched, and now the Disney Store has a bunch of new collectibles, led by Darth Maul’s iconic double-sided lightsaber hilt, sold for an eye-watering $400.
Darth Maul’s Legacy Lightsaber Set is limited to 7,000 units and comes with a certificate of authenticity. At the time of writing, Disney had a queue for its online shop and was limiting customers to 10 minutes of shopping before requiring them to jump back in line. Here’s the official description of the Darth Maul Legacy Lightsaber Set:
“The finely detailed reproduction of the Dathomirian’s legendary double hilt features sound effects and illuminates red when you attach two of our Lightsaber Blades, sold separately. Presented in a spectacular wooden box with Darth Maul graphics, the interior lights up red and plays Duel of the Fates when you slide open the lid.”
Needless to say, this is very much a collector’s item, and it costs a lot more than some of the other official lightsaber hilts (a bunch of them go for $160). To be fair, it is like two hilts in one, since Darth Maul wields a double-sided blade. Just note that if you want a fully functional Darth Maul lightsaber, there are many add-ons: blades, sheaths, hilt stand, and clip. It’s compatible with existing accessories.
There are some other cool Phantom Menace collectibles up for grabs, too, including a few more products with highly limited quantities. The high-end 11-inch Queen Amidala Doll is limited to 3,100 units and costs $130. You’ll receive a certificate of authenticity with your purchase.
If you can also add some Phantom Menace style to your wardrobe with the 25th anniversary hoodie, tie-dye T-Shirt, backpack, and sling bag. We’ve listed some of the highlights from the collection below.
If you’re interested in trying your hand at Stormtrooper cosplay, check out Disney’s new 187th Legion Clone Trooper Voice-Changing Helmet, which is available for $100. For droid enthusiasts, consider picking up the adorable BD-1 Interactive Droid from Respawn Entertainment’s Star Wars Jedi series. This remote-control droid is available for $110.
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Many Of Square Enix’s Best Games Are Steeply Discounted For Golden Week
Green Man Gaming is holding a massive sale in honor of the Japenese Golden Week Festival this week. While games from many publishers are on sale, some of the best deals are for Square Enix RPGs, including many of the company’s best releases in recent memory.
Two of the best deals are for Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion, both of which are 60% off for GMG XP members. Final Fantasy VII Remake is the first of the planned Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy that reimagines the characters and storyline of the 1997 turn-based RPG on PS1 into a 3D action RPG, while folding in many of the characters, events, and lore from the numerous FFVII spinoffs released after the original game. You can pick up the PC version for just $28 (was $70) at GMG.
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a remaster of the PSP original and is a prequel to both the original FFVII and the FFVII Remake trilogy. While it’s not part of the core FFVII remake trilogy, Reunion upgrades Crisis Core’s gameplay and graphics to be closer to FFVII Remake and Rebirth. Reunion features the same voice cast as the Remake trilogy, which makes it feels even more cohesive with this new version of FFVII. You can grab it for just $20 (was $60) at GMG.
Note that to get the full 60% discounts, you need to be a GMG XP member. GMG XP is free to join, but unlocking the extra savings requires you to spend at least $1 first. Otherwise, the discount for both games is only 50% off–which is still a great deal. For an alternative option, Humble Bundle also has both games for 50% off, and a portion of your purchases goes to charity.
Both Final Fantasy VII Remake and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion are worth picking up if you plan to play the recently-released second part of the remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is currently a PS5 exclusive, but a PC version is expected to launch in the near future.
More Final Fantasy Deals
While the Final Fantasy VII discounts are the big draws in GMG’s Golden Week sales, there are a bunch more great Square Enix deals on offer, including huge price drops on the rest of the Final Fantasy franchise. You can grab PC versions of almost every mainline entry and numerous spinoffs like Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and World of Final Fantasy. Once again, GMG’s prices are lowest for XP members. Many of the games are also on sale at Humble Bundle at prices similar to GMG’s non-XP discounts.
More Square Enix Golden Week Deals
Of course, Square Enix makes much more than just Final Fantasy, and plenty of the publisher’s other marquee franchises are included in GMG’s sale. You can grab PC versions of beloved RPGs like Octopath Traveler II, Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition, Chrono Trigger, and Nier: Automata at big discounts, as well as select entries from smaller series like Mana, Star Ocean, and more. The sale is also a great time to pick up the publisher’s smaller, experimental games like Dungeon Encounters, Harvestella, and Paranormasight.
Check out the list below for a roundup of some of the best Square Enix Golden Week deals at GMG and Humble. And if you’re still hungry for more Golden Week deals, be sure to check out discounts from other Japanese publishers like Capcom, NIS America, Koei Tecmo, and Bandai Namco. Just like with the Final Fantasy deals, XP Members get the best prices, but even non-XP members can save a hefty chunk on all these games. And if you prefer Humble Bundle, most are on sale there, too.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Will Be Released Late In 2024
While the release of new Star Wars shows on Disney+ has slowed down from the pace of the last few years, The Acolyte won’t be the only new live-action series this year. Via Collider, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew co-creator Jon Watts confirmed at CCXP Mexico that his series will be released around Christmas. Assuming that Disney+ intends to release new episodes weekly, Skeleton Crew’s season would extend into 2025.
Watts and his frequent collaborator, Christopher Ford, conceived Skeleton Crew as the story of four children who discover a secret on their home world. The kids subsequently wind up on a starship and find themselves lost somewhere far from home. The series will take place during the same time period as The Mandalorian and Ashoka.
Jude Law, Kerry Condon, and Jaleel White are among the most prominent adult actors on the show. The rest of the cast includes Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Robert Timothy Smith, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Kyriana Kratter, and Tunde Adebimpe.
Everything Everywhere All at Once helmers TheDaniels directed an episode of the series alongside Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Lee Isaac Chung.
What’s Going On With Batman Games? | Spot On
It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a decade since Rocksteady Studios concluded its Arkham trilogy with Batman: Arkham Knight. And yet, it’s somehow even harder to believe that same studio released Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League just a few months ago, which unfortunately tells you just about everything you need to know about the poorly-received action shooter.
Earlier this week, however, Camouflaj Games announced it had begun its own venture into Gotham City for a new Batman game, Batman: Arkham Shadow. The only catch? It’s a Meta Quest 3 exclusive. With all this in mind, we’re left with one, big question: is the golden age of Batman video games over?
On this week’s Spot On, Tam and Lucy discuss what’s next for the Dark Knight, if VR is a smart move for his next installment, if Rocksteady can bounce back from Kill the Justice League, and if WB Montreal–the studio behind Batman: Arkham Origins–could return to helm the series. The pair share their thoughts and delve into how Arkham Shadow could connect to Arkham Origins in this Batman-centric episode.
Spot On is GameSpot’s weekly news show in which managing editor Tamoor Hussain and senior producer Lucy James talk about the latest game news. Given the massive video game industry’s highly dynamic and never-ending news cycle, there’s always something to talk about. Unlike most news shows, Spot On will dive deep into a single topic instead of recapping all the news. Spot On airs each Friday.