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 The recent PlayStation video about the "simulated" technology in development, discussed between AMD and Sony engineers that will power the PlayStation 6 was interesting from a geek point of view. But from a gameplay perspective, there is - IMO - no need for a PlayStation 6 for another few years. Especially with the limp Xbox is-it-isn't-it launch .  June 2026 Update : The latest snippet of gossip for Sony's next-gen systems is a modular/external drive that will connect to both devices. Allowing installation on the portable of physical games, and reducing the cost of the PS6 by making the Blu-ray an accessory (like the PS5 Slim).  I prefer the idea of a dedicated dock on the PS6 that connects the next Portable to your entire PSN library, and they'd better make it work as an extra controller, but I'm sure there are practical benefits to the extra drive.   That should also boost sales of PS4 and PS5 physical games, especially on the second-hand market, as folk...

Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings out this week

The Atelier series has been a fun, lovely and gorgeous RPG series with gentle tones, fun heroes and modest mysteries to solve, all based around potions and spells. In the latest part of the saga, Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings, out this week, players get some new features to spice up the action. They can synthesise items while in battle for immediate use through Battle Mix and Extra Mix, with each opening up a range of new strategic options.


Battle Mix focuses on crafting special Battle Recipes that enhance weaponry or cause a drastic change to the battlefield conditions to give players a tactical advantage. Extra Mix uses pre-synthesised items and allows the player to add new characteristics in ways which were previously impossible.

For example, Extra Mix allows for the creation of the Enormous Bomb, which has a wider explosive radius. Alchemy is your friend, so experimenting with various ingredients can lead to unique outcomes, with plenty of different items to match each player’s gameplay style.

Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings includes anticipated re-appearances of protagonists from the previous Mysterious titles: Atelier Sophie and Atelier Firis. Bringing back a more experienced Sophie, Plachta, Firis and her protective sister Liane to help Lydie and Suelle. While working hard to hone their skills, the twins uncovers a mysterious-looking painting and, as they reach out to investigate, the girls are drawn inside a world bountiful with rare materials perfect for Alchemy. This fateful incident is the start of a brand-new adventure leading them to new characters and new experiences, which brings them closer to fulfilling their goal to be the best atelier in the land.

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