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These are my 20 RPG freak pick must-plays for $10 or less in the Steam Spring Sale
This guide highlights over 20 role-playing games available for $10 or less during the Steam Spring Sale, focusing on less obvious but highly recommended titles. It includes games like Arx Fatalis, Deus Ex: Invisible War, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, detailing their developers, release years, and unique selling points.
Dead As Disco Hits the Dance Floor with over 1.2 Million Players Brawling to the Beat!
The demo for Brain Jar Games' debut title, Dead As Disco, has surpassed 1.2 million players. This music-matched Beat 'Em Up, developed by industry veterans, features combat that syncs to the beat and has achieved a 98% "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam. A major announcement for the game is expected at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9th.
Se läckert gameplay från Exodus, sci-fi-rollspelet från Mass Effect-folk
A new gameplay trailer for the sci-fi RPG Exodus has been released, showcasing cover-based combat and traversal mechanics in a visually stunning environment. Developed by Archetype, a studio founded by former Mass Effect developers, the game is set in the Omega Centauri star cluster and features moral choices and faction interactions. Exodus is slated for an early 2027 release and features voice acting from Matthew McConaughey.
Popular PS3 RPG Finally Shutting Down Multiplayer After 12 Years
Electronic Arts will shut down the multiplayer servers for Dragon Age: Inquisition on PlayStation 3 in April 2026, after 12 years of service. While the PlayStation 4 version remains unaffected, the PS3 shutdown might also impact the ability to import game saves from older Dragon Age titles. The article also briefly mentions the critical and commercial failure of the recent Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
First look at Exodus gameplay confirms what most have been thinking: It’s Mass Effect reborn
The upcoming science fiction RPG Exodus, developed by Archetype Entertainment with many former BioWare employees, shows strong Mass Effect influences in its debut gameplay footage. The game features third-person combat, squadmate recruitment, and a time dilation mechanic that impacts the narrative. While still in development with a planned 2027 release, Exodus aims to be a spiritual successor to the beloved Mass Effect series.
Mass Effect-like space RPG Exodus drops another in-game trailer, much to the misfortune of Biggs "The Bolt" Keil
The space RPG Exodus, developed by former BioWare staff, has released a new trailer showcasing its Mass Effect-like gameplay, including cover-based shooting and squad mechanics. The trailer also features a glimpse of an antagonist named Biggs "The Bolt" Keil and introduces a grappling hook mechanic, hinting at exploration elements.
"It's a really compelling place to be left in": Dragon Age fans aren't giving up on the RPG –…
Despite the discontinuation of the Dragon Age series by Electronic Arts following the underperformance of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, fans have created a comprehensive fan-made compendium titled "World of Thedas Volume 3." This project, involving over 70 contributors, showcases the enduring passion for the RPG series and its world, Thedas, serving as a testament to the value of fan dedication beyond financial success.
"We were never going to make Mass Effect": Skyrim and Fallout artist says when it came to Starfield, the…
Bethesda's lead artist Istvan Pely stated that Starfield was designed to explore a realistic section of the galaxy, differentiating it from BioWare's Mass Effect series. He explained that the focus was on the vastness of space and improving systems to deliver content to players, rather than creating numerous fully realized planets.
Sony's updated PSSR upscaling tech is finally available for even more PS5 Pro games, including Crimson Desert, Silent Hill f, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and more
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 software patch that enhances its PSSR upscaling technology for a wide range of PS5 Pro games. The update aims to improve image stability, clarity, and performance, with more titles like Crimson Desert and Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to receive it soon. Developers from Konami, BioWare, and Remedy Entertainment have praised the improvements for their respective games.
'An Even Smoother Experience': Developers Chime in on PS5 Pro's PSSR 2 Update
Developers from various studios are sharing their positive experiences with the PlayStation 5 Pro's new PSSR 2.0 update. They highlight improvements in image quality, detail rendering, and performance stability across titles like Silent Hill F, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
PS5 Pro PSSR Upgrade Rolls Out Across Many Games Starting Today
Sony has begun rolling out a PSSR upgrade for the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing visual clarity and performance in supported games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Silent Hill f. This feature, exclusive to the PS5 Pro, aims to improve image stability and detail consistency. While some technical improvements may be subtle, the update is designed for users who prioritize advanced graphical features on Sony's more powerful console.
PlayStation 5 System Update Adds Upgraded PSSR Support for PS5 Pro, Multiple Studios Confirm Integration
Sony has released a PlayStation 5 system update introducing an upgraded version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) with enhanced AI upscaling for the PlayStation 5 Pro. This update aims to improve image stability, detail, and performance in supported games, with titles like Crimson Desert, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Cyberpunk 2077 among the first to integrate the technology. Most future PlayStation 5 Pro titles are expected to launch with the upgraded PSSR enabled by default.
Upgraded PSSR rolling out to Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Crimson Desert, and more
Sony is rolling out a PlayStation 5 system software update that enhances PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for improved image stability, clarity, and performance. This upgraded PSSR technology will be integrated into numerous upcoming and existing titles, including Silent Hill f, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Crimson Desert, with developers like Konami, BioWare, Remedy Entertainment, Ninja Theory, Square Enix, Koei Tecmo, and Capcom sharing positive impressions. The advancements in PSSR are a result of Sony's Project Amethyst partnership with AMD.
DSTARS RETURNS ON MARCH 27-28, 2026 WITH AWARDS AND INDUSTRY TALKS
DStars, an initiative celebrating the Italian video game development industry, will return on March 27-28, 2026, with online events including the DStars Awards 2026 and DStars Connects conference. The awards will recognize Italian studios and professionals, with five games nominated for Game of the Year. The conference will feature talks from industry figures, including Andre Garcia, who has worked on titles like Dragon Age and Assassin's Creed Unity.
Dragon Age 2 lead wanted players to have strong opinions about every character in the RPG: "If some people are ambivalent […] I guess I didn't really do my job"
David Gaider, lead writer for the first three Dragon Age games, aimed for players to have strong opinions about every character in Dragon Age 2. He stated that if players are ambivalent towards characters, he feels he has not done his job effectively. The article touches on the passionate fan reactions to Dragon Age 2's combat and story.
The best narrative designers – from Call of Duty writers to BioWare vets – are being inspired by the "excellent" design of your uncontrollable horniness: "I've been reading a lot of fanfiction"
Narrative designers from companies like Gearbox Software and BioWare shared their sources of inspiration at the Game Developers Conference 2026. Alexa Ray Corriea, a writer for Call of Duty, mentioned reading fanfiction and watching shows like Love is Blind as unique methods for finding narrative ideas.
Mass Effect Actor Questions Whether "Culture" And "Ethos" That Made Original Games Is Still There
Jennifer Hale, the voice of Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect franchise, expressed both excitement and concern for the future of the series. She questions whether the original creative culture and ethos that defined the early games remain intact at BioWare, especially given recent company changes. Hale hopes for the return of Commander Shepard and believes the Mass Effect universe has significant untapped potential for new stories.
Making the case for strong (human) narrative editors
Industry professionals discussed the critical role of human editors in game narrative development at GDC Festival of Gaming. Speakers emphasized that AI cannot replicate the emotional consistency, human context, and nuanced understanding of errors that human editors provide, which are essential for refining game stories and ensuring player engagement.
RPG legend advises new devs to be like Hideo Kojima and create their own style – or if all else fails, "have…
Veteran game designer Don Daglow, known for early RPGs like Dungeon and MMOs like Neverwinter Nights, advises new developers to cultivate a unique personal style, comparing it to recognizable artists like Lady Gaga. He also emphasized the lasting impact games have on players' lives, encouraging developers to create meaningful experiences.
Star Wars The Old Republic launches Master’s Enigma story, new Galactic Season, and spring festival rerun
Star Wars: The Old Republic has launched its new Master's Enigma storyline, a new Galactic Season titled 'Secrets of the Syndicate', and a rerun of the Dantooine Spring Abundance Festival. The update also includes date night missions, bug fixes, and class tweaks. The game will undergo server downtime on March 10, 2026, for the deployment of Game Update 7.8.1.