GAME DEVELOPMENT

Jan 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gaming Giants' Year in Review: How Did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Do in 2024?

In 2024, the gaming world saw some ups and downs. Let's take a look at how the big three—PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo—fared this year. PlayStation had a mixed bag in 2024. They faced big setbacks like the failure of their live service game, Concord. This disaster might affect their future live s

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Dec 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Baldur's Gate 3 Keeps Getting Better: Is It 2024's Best Game?

Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, has been a favorite for years. It's like a big, delicious cake that keeps getting more layers. The game offers endless ways to play, with different character classes, races, and dialogue options. This makes each playthrough unique. Even in 2024, the game

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Exploring EXODUS: A New Game from BioWare Vets

Archetype Entertainment, led by ex-BioWare folks like James Ohlen and Drew Karpyshyn, has unveiled the first gameplay preview for their debut game, EXODUS. This game looks strikingly similar to Mass Effect, which isn't surprising given the team's past. The trailer showed off conversations between th

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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Mafia: The Old Country's Unique Path

"Mafia: The Old Country" developers aren't losing sleep over comparisons with "GTA 6. " They've been on different tracks for over two decades. In a chat with IGN, game director Alex Cox and president Nick Baynes of Hangar 13 explained that modern game development takes a lot of time. So, they're foc

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Casey Hudson's New Studio Humanoid Origin Closes Before Game Debut

Video game director Casey Hudson, known for his work on Mass Effect, started a new studio called Humanoid Origin in 2021. Unfortunately, the studio has announced it's shutting down before releasing its first game. A LinkedIn post revealed that an unexpected funding shortage made it impossible to kee

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Nov 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Backyard Sports: A New Generation of Gaming Fun

Get ready for some old-school sports action with a modern twist! Playground Productions has spilled the beans on their plans to bring back the beloved Backyard Sports franchise. This time, the game will hit next-gen consoles, packed with all your favorite characters and some fresh faces too. The new

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Nov 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Remedy's Next Adventure: Action RPG Control 2

Remedy Entertainment just dropped a bombshell at their Capital Markets Day event. Their upcoming game, Control 2, is set to be the studio's first-ever action RPG. This is a big deal because Remedy has mostly stuck to action games, like Max Payne and Alan Wake 2. Sure, they've dabbled with weapon upg

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Nov 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Half-Life 2: Episode 3 Froze Mid-Development

Ever wondered why Half-Life 2: Episode 3 never saw the light of day? A recent documentary from Valve itself dishes out some insightful details. The team had been working on a new ice gun that could freeze enemies, create cover, and even let players slide around like they were on a frosty skating rin

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Nov 01 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Returning to Thedas: A Decade of Dragon Age

A decade ago, I stumbled upon a game called Dragon Age: Origins. It wasn't just a game; it became a part of my life. As I listened to an old recording of myself talking about Dragon Age, I realized that the series has shaped who I am. From dealing with personal struggles to helping me understand mys

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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft’s New API Boosts Gaming with AMD FSR 3. 1

Microsoft is elevating game development with its latest addition to DirectSR Preview. This new update brings support for AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) version 3. 1. What does this mean for developers and gamers? It opens up a world of potential for enhancing gaming visuals and performance.

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