Stardew Valley’s Upcoming 1.6 Update: Progress and Features Revealed
Update Progress on Stardew Valley’s 1.6 After a month of silence, Stardew Valley developer Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has announced significant progress on the game’s highly anticipated 1.6 update. Barone has been working in what he describes as “(self-imposed) extreme crunch mode,” dedicating himself fully to the development of the new content. A ton of progress […]
Initial Impressions and Speculations on the Newly Released GTA 6 Trailer
Unexpected Early Arrival of GTA 6 Trailer The gaming community was taken by surprise with the early release of the GTA 6 trailer, which packed a punch in its short duration. The trailer, lasting just over a minute, showcased a vibrant tapestry of life, ranging from the hustle and bustle of urban environments to the […]
The Inevitable Obsolescence of High-End GPUs in the Face of Gaming Evolution
Radeon RX 5700-series and Nvidia Pascal-based Cards Owners of the Radeon RX 5700-series graphics cards are facing a significant issue with the upcoming release of Alan Wake 2. These GPUs lack support for mesh shaders, a feature of DirectX 12 that is crucial for running the game. This limitation is particularly striking given that the […]
The End of American McGee’s Alice Series and the Designer’s Departure from Gaming
History and Development of American McGee’s Alice Series The American McGee’s Alice series began with the release of the original game in 2000 on PC, which introduced players to a dark and twisted version of the classic Alice in Wonderland tale. A decade later, fans were treated to a sequel, Alice: Madness Returns, which continued […]
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Receives Significant Patch Amid Developer Transition
The latest 2.2 update brings numerous fixes, yet the underlying game remains unchanged. (Image credit: Daedalic Entertainment) Daedalic Entertainment’s journey with “The Lord of the Rings: Gollum” appears to be reaching its end. The recent “major update” patch notes end on a note that suggests the studio may be concluding its development efforts. The game’s […]
Why It’s Time for a Total War: Empire Sequel
The Current State of Historical Total War Games Historical Total War titles are currently experiencing a shift in focus, with the spotlight increasingly falling on the Warhammer series. Creative Assembly Sofia has taken the reins of historical narratives while the primary studio dedicates its efforts to the fantasy realms of orcs and elves. This transition […]
Greg Street’s New Journey: From League of Legends to a Fresh MMO Frontier
Introduction Former Vice President of Riot Games, Greg Street, made headlines earlier this year with his departure from the company where he was leading the development of the highly anticipated League of Legends MMO. In a surprising turn of events, Street has now embarked on a new journey in the gaming industry, unveiling his latest […]
Mass Effect Luminary Mac Walters Spearheads New NetEase Game Studio
Mac Walters’ Career at BioWare and New Beginnings at NetEase Mac Walters had a distinguished 19-year tenure at BioWare, where he contributed significantly to the Mass Effect series. He started as a writer and eventually became the lead writer for the Mass Effect trilogy. Walters then took on the role of creative director for Mass […]
Warner Bros. Shifts Focus to Live Service Games for Iconic Franchises
Warner Bros. is setting its sights on a new horizon for its iconic franchises, with a strategic pivot towards live-service gaming experiences. This marks a significant shift from their previous endeavors, aiming to keep players engaged with their favorite characters and worlds on a continuous basis. Image credit: Warner Bros, Rocksteady Warner Bros.’s New Gaming […]
The Simpsons Hit & Run: The Sequels That Could Have Been
The Simpsons Hit & Run—a GTA-style send-up that somehow managed to be actually pretty dang good—came out in 2003 to some stirring commercial success. I have some fond memories of romping around Springfield as an accident-prone Homer, and while I’m certainly not alone, the game never had a sequel. Turns out, it very nearly had […]