GFN Thursday: ‘Visions of Mana’ on GeForce NOW

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It’s time to mana-fest the spirit of adventure with Square Enix’s highly anticipated action role-playing game, Visions of Mana, launching today in the cloud.

Members can also head to a galaxy far, far away, from the comfort of their homes, with the power of the cloud and Ubisoft’s Star Wars Outlaws, with early access available on GeForce NOW.

Plus, be among the first to get early access to the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta on GeForce NOW without having to wait around for downloads — early access runs Aug. 30-Sept. 4 for those who preorder the game. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will join the cloud when the full game is released Oct. 25.

These triple-A titles are part of 26 titles joining the GeForce NOW library of over 2,000 games this week.

Cloudy With a Chance of Mana

Visions of Mana details a whimsical journey through the enchanting world of Mana. Step into the shoes of Val, a curious young man on an epic quest to escort his childhood friend Hina to the sacred Tree of Mana. Along the way, encounter a colorful cast of characters and face off against endearing yet formidable enemies.

Visions of Mana on GeForce NOW
Get ready for mana madness in the cloud.

The game’s combat system blends action and strategy for real-time battles where party members can be switched on the fly. Different party members offer unique skills, such as Val’s powerful sword strikes or magical spells cast by Careena’s dragon companion Ramcoh. Plus, traverse the game’s expansive, semi-open world on Pikuls — adorable, rideable creatures that can also ram through enemies.

Stream the game on an Ultimate or Priority membership for a seamless magical adventure. Experience the lush landscapes and dynamic combat in stunning detail — at up to 4K resolution and 120 frames per second for Ultimate members. GeForce NOW makes it easy to stay connected to the world of Mana whether at home or on the go, ensuring the journey to the Tree of Mana is always within reach.

Join the Galaxy’s Most Wanted

Star Wars Outlaws on GeForce NOW
Make your own destiny in the cloud.

In Star Wars Outlaws — the highly anticipated single-player action-adventure game from Ubisoft — explore the depths of the galaxy’s underworld as part of the beloved Star Wars franchise’s first-ever open-world game, set between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.

Step into the shoes of Kay Vess, a daring scoundrel seeking freedom and adventure. Navigate distinct locations across the galaxy — both iconic and new — and encounter bustling cities, cantinas and sprawling outdoor landscapes. Fight, steal and outwit others while joining the ranks of the galaxy’s most wanted. Plus, play alongside Nix, a loyal companion who helps turn any situation to Kay’s advantage through blaster combat, stealth and clever distractions.

Get ready for high-stakes missions, space dogfights and an ever-changing reputation based on player choices. Unlock the power of the Force with a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership and stream from GeForce RTX 4080 SuperPODs at up to 4K resolution at 120 fps, without the need for upgraded hardware. The AI-powered graphics of NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 with Ray Reconstruction enhance the game for maximum performance, offering the clarity of a Jedi’s vision, and NVIDIA Reflex technology enables unbeatable responsiveness.

Answering the Call

Get ready for the anticipated addition to the Call of Duty franchise — Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. GeForce NOW will support the title’s PC Game Pass, Battle.net and Steam versions in the cloud.

Explore a range of new features, including innovative mechanics such as Omnimovement, which allows players to sprint, slide and dive in any direction to enhance the fluidity of combat. The Black Ops 6 Campaign features a spy action thriller set in the early 90s, a period of transition and upheaval in global politics, characterized by the end of the Cold War and the rise of the United States. With a mind-bending narrative and unbound by the rules of engagement, the title embodies signature Black Ops.

Experience the new gameplay mechanics and features before the title’s official launch with early access to the preorder beta from Aug. 30-Sept. 4 — available for those who preorder the game or have an active PC Game Pass subscription. The Open Beta follows soon after on Sept. 6-9 and will be available for all gamers to hop into the action, even without preordering the game.

GeForce NOW Ultimate members can gain an advantage on the field with ultra low-latency gaming, streaming from GeForce RTX 4080 SuperPODs in the cloud.

WOW, New Games

WoW The World Within on GeForce NOW
Join the underground party from the cloud.

The newest World of Warcraft expansion, The War Within, is available to play from the cloud today. Head to the subterranean realm of Khaz Algar, featuring four new zones, including the Isle of Dorn — home to the Earthen, a newly playable allied race. Experience game additions such as Delves, bite-sized world instances for solo or small-group play, and Warbands, which allow players to manage and share achievements across multiple characters.

In addition, GeForce NOW recently added support for over 25 of the top AddOns from CurseForge, a leading platform for WoW customization, enabling members to explore new adventures under the surface from the cloud.

In addition, members can look for the following:

  • Endzone 2 (New release on Steam, Aug. 26)
  • Age of Mythology: Retold (New release on Steam, Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Advanced Access on Aug. 27)
  • Core Keeper (New release on Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, Aug. 27)
  • Star Wars Outlaws (New release on Ubisoft Connect, early access Aug. 27)
  • Akimbot (New release on Steam, Aug. 29)
  • Gori: Cuddly Carnage (New release on Steam, Aug. 29)
  • MEMORIAPOLIS (New release on Steam, Aug. 29)
  • Visions of Mana (New release on Steam, Aug. 29)
  • Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (Steam)
  • Cat Quest III (Steam)
  • Cooking Simulator (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
  • Crown Trick (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Darksiders Genesis (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Expeditions: Rome (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Heading Out (Steam)
  • Into the Breach (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Iron Harvest (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • The Knight Witch (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Lightyear Frontier (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
  • Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Outlast 2 (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • Saturnalia (Steam)
  • SteamWorld Heist II (Steam, Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)
  • This War of Mine (Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)
  • We Were Here Too (Steam)
  • Yoku’s Island Express (Xbox, available on Microsoft Store)

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