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"IT FLIPS UP," Fallout New Vegas modders yell after releasing a funky Pip-Boy based on cancelled entry Van Buren's design docs
Modders working on the Fallout: The New West project, which aims to recreate Black Isle Studios' cancelled Fallout game Van Buren, have released a new Pip-Boy design for Fallout: New Vegas. This 'Lil Pip 3000' is based on Van Buren's original design documents and features a unique flipping-up lid animation. Alongside the Pip-Boy, a Wattz Weapon Pack with five laser guns inspired by Van Buren has also been released.
Fallout 76 celebrates 25M players as it confirms the World Pets update for a December 1 launch
Fallout 76 has surpassed 25 million players and is set to launch its "World Pets" update on December 1st. This update will allow players to deploy various pets, including dogs, cats, radhogs, and domesticated deathclaws, from their C.A.M.P. into the game world. While primarily cosmetic, pets offer passive benefits and can be customized with unlockable buffs and outfits. The update also includes improvements to the Skyline Valley region, bounty hunts, and a new season themed around Vault-Tec.
Xbox Chief Operating Officer Departs After 3 Months
Helen Chiang has departed from her role as Xbox chief operating officer after only three months. Her departure follows a 21-year tenure at Microsoft, during which she was involved with titles like Minecraft and led Mojang. This exit is part of a broader trend of leadership changes and layoffs within Xbox.
Marvel's Blade 'nearing the end' of production as Arkane faces closure
Arkane Lyon, the studio behind Dishonored and Deathloop, faces potential closure by November 13, 2026, if a buyer is not found, as part of Microsoft's broader Xbox layoffs. The studio's upcoming game, Marvel's Blade, is reportedly nearing the end of its production phase, leading to concerns about the financial and artistic waste if the studio is shut down.
Cloud Deployment Incoming: ‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’ Arrives on GeForce NOW
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has launched on GeForce NOW, allowing players to stream the campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes. Ultimate members can experience ray-tracing features powered by RTX 5080-class performance. Additionally, FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE and The Elder Scrolls Online's Echoes of Skyrim season are now available on the cloud platform.
Xbox reportedly planning three more rounds of layoffs, with the first wave coming as early as this month
Xbox is reportedly planning three additional rounds of layoffs, with the first wave expected this month, followed by others in November and January 2027, as part of CEO Asha Sharma's business reset. This follows a September round of job cuts and a larger wave in July, with remaining reductions to be distributed across future quarters. Concerns are rising about the fate of The Coalition, the studio behind Gears of War: E-Day, and whether potential layoffs could impact promised bonuses.
Further Xbox layoff rounds reportedly planned for this month, November, and January, while a Game Pass overhaul is in the works
Xbox is reportedly planning further rounds of layoffs in November and January, following earlier cuts this year, with a total of 3200 employees expected to be affected. Concurrently, an overhaul of the Xbox Game Pass service is underway, aiming to offer subscribers more granular control over features like cloud gaming and multiplayer. The report also mentions ongoing development of a next-generation handheld console and a future console expected around 2028, with high projected costs.
Bethesda Reveals What's Coming Next to Fallout 4 With First-Look at a Trio of New Mods
Bethesda announced support for three new mods for Fallout 4 as part of Fallout Day celebrations. This initiative shows the company's commitment to enhancing the game through community-created content.
Games Inbox: What will Fallout 5 be like?
Readers discuss the potential direction of Fallout 5, suggesting a focus on societal rebuilding rather than just destruction. There's also anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6, with discussions on its marketing and sales expectations, alongside mentions of other games like Resident Evil and The Legend of Zelda.
Ghostwire: Tokyo joins GOG Preservation Program, which means you don't have to deal with Bethesda.NET anymore
Ghostwire: Tokyo has been added to GOG's Preservation Program, removing its Bethesda.NET integration and ensuring future stability patches. This move is notable given the recent closure and potential acquisition of developer Tango Gameworks. The game has achieved over 6 million players since its release.
Xbox is crazy if it thinks making Fallout and Minecraft exclusive will work - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that Microsoft's consideration of making major franchises like Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Minecraft exclusive to Xbox consoles is a desperate and flawed strategy. The author criticizes Xbox's inconsistent decision-making and believes such exclusivity would alienate players and fail to revive the brand's former glory.
All The Records GTA 6 Will Break, We Think
Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to break numerous sales records upon its November 19 release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Building on the immense success of Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption II, analysts project record-breaking revenue and preorder numbers, potentially exceeding $2 billion based on early estimates. Despite Take-Two Interactive's cautious approach to disclosing preorder figures, the game's higher price point and the enduring popularity of the franchise suggest unprecedented commercial success.
Minecraft updates on PlayStation and Nintendo would end, but Xbox is reportedly asking fans how they feel about greater console exclusivity for current and upcoming games like Fallout 5
Xbox is reportedly surveying players about their feelings on increased console exclusivity for current and upcoming games, including titles like Fallout 5 and Hideo Kojima's Physint. A particularly concerning hypothetical question suggests removing Minecraft from PlayStation and Nintendo consoles and ceasing updates for those versions, which is seen as a potentially disastrous move given the game's massive player base on those platforms.
100-Hour Popular PS5 RPG Is Under $5 on PlayStation Store
The popular Bethesda RPG Fallout 4 is available for under $5 on the PlayStation Store for a limited time, a 75% discount from its usual $19.99 price. This offer applies to both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions, with the PS5 native port released in 2024. The Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, including all DLC, is also discounted.
The Adoring Fan Is Calling You As Oblivion Remastered Hits Lowest Price On PC
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is currently available at its lowest price on PC, selling for $31.49 / £31.49 at Fanatical with a 37% discount. This enhanced version includes the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine expansions, offering a complete experience for players looking for a Bethesda fix while awaiting The Elder Scrolls VI.
Asha Sharma reportedly tells rattled Xbox employees: "We have to find new ways, and courage, to have invention on new IP"
Xbox leader Asha Sharma reportedly stated that the company must innovate and create new intellectual property to survive, rather than solely relying on existing franchises. This comes despite recent studio closures and consolidations that have impacted developers known for creating new game ideas.
Gears of War: E-Day’s Reported Sales Raise Some Serious Questions
Despite critical acclaim and leveraging Unreal Engine 5, Gears of War: E-Day's reported sales figures, particularly on PC and Xbox consoles, have raised concerns about its financial performance. The article suggests that Xbox's strategy, heavily reliant on Game Pass, may be hindering the profitability of its first-party exclusives, potentially impacting studio futures and leading to layoffs.
Starfield seamless planetary landings are finally nearly a thing, thanks to one modder's tireless work
A modder named Frederik Wessberg is close to releasing a mod for Starfield that enables seamless planetary landings, removing the need for loading screens. The mod, inspired by other seamless travel mods, allows players to enter atmospheres manually, land on water, and features volumetric clouds. It is currently in development for PC and will be freely available on Nexus Mods.
"It's not in the top five reference points": Afterworld isn't just a Fallout grand strategy game, say Paradox, it owes a lot more to the Bronze Age
Paradox Interactive's upcoming grand strategy game Afterworld draws inspiration from the Bronze Age collapse rather than Fallout, according to content designer Luke Bean. The game's setting focuses on tribes rediscovering the history of a vanished ancient empire, with players defining their society's relationship to this past. While comparisons to Fallout are acknowledged, Bean emphasizes that Afterworld's 'Bronze Agey mystical cyberpunk ruins' take on the post-apocalypse is distinct.
Xbox aim to wring more cash out of the games they've not cast into oblivion by launching new licensing arm and handing Minecraft to ex-Meta monetisation lead
Xbox is launching a new licensing division, Xbox Products (XP), to generate more revenue from its major game franchises through film, TV, merchandise, and events. This initiative comes as Xbox undergoes significant layoffs, with a total of 3200 employees being let go. Mojang, the developer of Minecraft, has appointed Maria Angelidou-Smith, formerly of Meta, as its new CEO, bringing extensive experience in product and monetization but no direct gaming industry background.
