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Ubisoft Unveils Anno 117: Pax Romana Gameplay Footage

By Mazen (Mithrie) Turkmani
Published: May 19, 2025 at 9:30 PM BST

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📺 Final Fantasy XI Still Getting Updated

Final Fantasy XI will be receiving updates in Spring and Summer 2025. More than 23 years since its launch, the venerable MMORPG Final Fantasy XI continues to evolve with a robust spring-summer roadmap. The latest Official Spring-Summer 2025 update trailer highlights new story quests, balance patches, and seasonal events that promise to reinvigorate your adventures in Vana'diel. According to a Videogames Chronicle report, the game narrowly avoided shutdown last year thanks to passionate fans and the unwavering dedication of director Akihiko Matsui, who remains motivated to deliver fresh content and quality-of-life improvements for both veteran players and newcomers alike. Keywords: MMORPG legacy, seasonal updates, MMO patch notes.


How to watch the Final Fantasy XI 2025 update trailer. To stay ahead of upcoming raids and high-level missions, bookmark the FINAL FANTASY XI 2025 UPDATE TOPICS: SPRING - SUMMER video and enable notifications on YouTube for direct alerts. Dive into patch notes on the official site, where dev blogs detail changes to combat balance, job adjustments, and quality-of-life enhancements. Whether you're a solo adventurer tackling new story arcs or a party-oriented adventurer aiming for endgame trials, these updates ensure Final Fantasy XI remains a must-play MMORPG, blending nostalgia with modern gameplay standards.

📺 Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 Gameplay Released

Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2 will showcase over 37 minutes of gameplay. The upcoming Switch 2 rendition of Cyberpunk 2077 promises an impressive portable open-world RPG experience, as recently compiled footage exceeds 37 minutes of raw gameplay. Enthusiasts have spent hours analyzing footage from the CDPR Press Center compilation video, which demonstrates urban traversal in Night City, dynamic combat sequences, and graphical performance on Valve's successor handheld. While visually not on par with high-end PC or next-gen console editions, the footage reveals surprisingly smooth frame rates, adaptive resolution scaling, and intact ray-tracing effects. For fans of dystopian RPGs and cyberpunk aesthetics, this handheld version offers a unique blend of portability and immersion. Keywords: open-world RPG, portable gaming, Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2.


How to view the Switch 2 Cyberpunk 2077 footage. Catch the entire gameplay compilation via 37 minutes of Switch 2 Cyberpunk 2077 footage as covered by VGC, or watch the uncut footage on YouTube. Don't miss developer commentary segments highlighting controller mapping tailored for handheld play, plus insights into UI scaling for smaller screens. For those planning to pre-order, this is your first real look at how Cyberpunk 2077 adapts to nuclear handheld hardware—balancing V-Sync, ambient occlusion, and GPU load. Whether you're a PC purist or love gaming on the go, this footage underscores CD Projekt Red's commitment to delivering a full-featured RPG on the next-generation portable console.

📺 Anno 117: Pax Romana Gameplay Released

Anno 117: Pax Romana gameplay trailer introduces Roman Empire city-building mechanics. Ubisoft's next historic strategy title, Anno 117: Pax Romana, transports the acclaimed city-builder series to ancient Rome, with gameplay showcasing island-settlement development under the Pax Romana. The Gameplay Showcase Trailer reveals mechanics such as Colosseum construction, aqueduct planning for optimized water distribution, and tiered population growth through education and culture. Players will manage farm production chains, enforce trade pacts with rival empires, and deploy naval fleets for defense or conquest. IGN's hands-on review praises the game's detailed resource management systems and AI-driven diplomacy, foreshadowing deep strategy elements that veteran city-building fans crave. Keywords: city-builder, real-time strategy, resource management.


How to watch the Anno 117: Pax Romana gameplay showcase trailer. Experience the full scope of Roman-era settlement design by viewing the Ubisoft gameplay trailer or catching the official announcement tweet on X by @ANNO\_EN. While no firm release date has been announced, expect 2025 DLC-style expansions and post-launch patches to refine maritime trade routes and military AI. Fans accustomed to the Anno series' legacy of deep logistics, strategic warfare, and cultural storytelling will find Pax Romana a compelling addition—merging historical authenticity with modern graphics and UI enhancements designed for a seamless PC and next-gen console experience.

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