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How to play Ninja Gaiden: Hurricane Packs

It is hard to imagine that Downloadable Content (DLC) is not a mainstay in the industry. Yet Ninja Gaiden in 2004 was one of the first big games to supply content for free in the forms of its Hurricane Packs through the then new Xbox Live service. While the later re-release of Ninja Gaiden Black tried to release them as a physical disc for users without internet on their Xbox, many changes were made to this version. As a result hardcore players still want to try the original DLC out. With the Xbox Live service discontinued – a stark reminder of what’s eventually going to happen to the games and DLC of today – getting to play these Hurricane Packs can be difficult. Thankfully, there are ways. In this article we’ll note down just how you can play the Hurricane Packs step by step.
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A look into Astral Chain

During the Nintendo Direct of 14 Februari 2019, Platinum Games shared their valentine spirit and let us in on their latest gift to us: Astral Chain (アストラルチェーン, pronounced “Asutoraruchēn”). Let’s start by watching the trailer.
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The Stinger's Storied History

A devil staggers in front of you, dying; in the distance, his partner still standing. You launch forward with a sturdy stab, your sword striving for the strike. As your blade strikes, he stumbles. Step…