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I got my start writing for a PlayStation 2 magazine: These are my 12 PS2-pilled recommendations from the Steam Autumn…
This article recommends 12 games available on Steam, inspired by or ports from the PlayStation 2 and Dreamcast era. It highlights six modern titles that draw inspiration from the 'sixth generation' of consoles, such as Promise Mascot Agency and Hi-Fi Rush, alongside six classic ports like Metal Gear Solid 3 and Final Fantasy 10.
This week in PC games: Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Hellraiser: Revival, and a throwback tycoon game about turning utopias into carparks
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, with a notable focus on horror titles for Halloween. Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen are among the notable releases, alongside several early access titles like Car Park Capital, a tycoon game with a negative sentiment, and Permafrost, a survival game.
Capcom aims to enhance its propriety RE Engine with AI to accelerate efficiency in QA, debugging, and data processing
Capcom is enhancing its proprietary RE Engine with AI to improve efficiency in areas like QA, debugging, and data processing. The company aims to evolve the engine into an "AI-generation game engine" and will open-source some improvements to support AI training. This initiative follows Capcom's earlier statement that it would not implement generative AI assets directly into games but would use AI to boost development productivity.
PlatinumGames Has a “Strong Desire” To Make a New Bayonetta Game, Says Studio Boss
PlatinumGames has expressed a strong desire to create a new entry in the Bayonetta series, according to studio boss Atsushi Inaba. While no projects are confirmed, the studio wants to further explore the character and her world. This comes as PlatinumGames is also working on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and has seen former key developers like Hideki Kamiya depart to form new studios.
Platinum boss teases more Bayonetta games in the future, despite series co-creator Hideki Kamiya having left the studio
PlatinumGames president Atsushi Inaba expressed a strong desire to continue the Bayonetta series, despite several key developers, including co-creator Hideki Kamiya, having departed the studio. While unable to confirm new projects, Inaba stated the studio aims to further develop the character and her world.
Capcom Aiming to Make RE Engine Into an AI Gaming Engine
Capcom is aiming to evolve its in-house RE Engine into an AI-generation game engine, dubbed the REX engine, to improve development efficiency and iteration times. The company hopes to make REX open-source for other developers, with initial tools like RE:Dox and RE:Log focusing on data translation and log streamlining. The author expresses skepticism about AI's role in game development, particularly regarding AI-generated content.
Capcom plans to evolve RE Engine into an "AI-generation game engine"
Capcom plans to evolve its in-house RE Engine into an "AI-generation game engine" as part of its REX Project. This overhaul aims to address challenges with game scope, development times, and the need for better multilingual support, by integrating AI directly into the development pipeline for tasks like code generation and automated testing.
Remakes och remasters är inget nytt fenomen
The article discusses the long history of video game remakes and remasters, arguing that the practice is not a new phenomenon driven by developer laziness. It defines remakes as games rebuilt from the ground up with updated assets and mechanics, while remasters involve graphical and audio enhancements to existing games. Examples from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras, as well as early PC titles, are provided to illustrate the historical prevalence of these updated versions.
Capcom announces plans to transform its RE Engine into an 'AI-generation game engine'
Capcom has announced plans to evolve its proprietary RE Engine into an 'AI-generation game engine' through a project named REX. This initiative involves integrating AI and machine-learning technologies to enhance development efficiency, streamline workflows, and improve data management, rather than generating game assets directly. The company aims to make the engine more universally understandable for its growing user base.
Resident Evil 5 should never be remade but Resident Evil 6 is fine - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Resident Evil 5 should not receive a remake due to its problematic setting and mediocre quality, suggesting Resident Evil Code: Veronica could fill its narrative role. Resident Evil 6, however, is deemed suitable for a complete reimagining due to its lack of lasting impact and irrelevance to later entries in the series. The author also touches on the success of other Resident Evil remakes and the potential for future remakes of Resident Evil 1 and Zero.
Evening Reading - October 2, 2026
This Friday reading covers a variety of gaming news including updates on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Fortnite, Minecraft, and Monster Hunter Wilds. It also touches on the cancellation of PUBG's Black Budget, Deadlock's Rat King, and Team Fortress 2's Scream Fortress event. Additionally, there are mentions of game deals, a review of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and updates for World of Warcraft and Marvel Snap.
2XKO needed 'hundreds of thousands' of daily active users to survive, says Riot Games CPO
Riot Games' fighting game 2XKO required hundreds of thousands of daily active users to remain sustainable before its discontinuation. CPO Marc Merrill stated that the game's retention and engagement metrics did not meet the high bar needed for its cost structure. He compared its potential success to Street Fighter 6, noting that 2XKO's chances might have been better if released earlier, but internal strategic misalignment also contributed to its downfall.
I've spent seven hours exploring the Steam Autumn Sale, and these are the 10 best games on discount I'd recommend picking up while you still can
This guide highlights ten of the best game deals available during the Steam Autumn Sale, which ends on October 8. The article recommends a variety of titles across different genres, including "Arc Raiders," "The Outlast Trials," "Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade," and "Resident Evil 4 Remake," noting record-low prices and significant discounts on acclaimed games and classics.
The Street Fighter Movie’s Most Obscure Easter Egg Is For True Fighting Game Nerds
The Street Fighter movie incorporates deep references for fighting game fans, including a cameo by Justin Wong featuring an Easter egg referencing Evo Moment 37. This iconic moment from 2004 saw Wong perform a legendary comeback against Daigo Umehara. The film also features accurate costumes, hairstyles, and music, including a new version of Guile's theme.
Riot needed absurd player counts 'in the high hundreds of thousands, if not millions' for 2XKO, dooming it…
Riot Games has canceled the development of its fighting game 2XKO, with co-founder Merrill stating that the game would have required "high hundreds of thousands, if not millions" of monthly active users to sustain as a live service. This target is deemed unrealistic compared to successful titles like Street Fighter 6 and Guilty Gear: Strive. The decision has led to layoffs and raises questions about Riot's market research and confidence in niche genres.
The Best Xbox Games Built Around Risk and Reward
This article highlights several Xbox games that excel in offering players compelling risk-and-reward gameplay loops. Titles like No Man's Sky, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Resident Evil Requiem, Keeper, and Elden Ring are discussed for their engaging mechanics and immersive experiences on Xbox consoles and PC.
Street Fighter movie references the franchise's most iconic match: the parry-fest of Evo Moment 37
The upcoming Street Fighter movie will feature a cameo from fighting game legend Justin Wong, complete with a '37' tattoo, referencing the iconic Evo Moment 37. This moment involved Wong's Chun-Li against Daigo Umehara's Ken in 2004, where Umehara perfectly parried all 15 hits of Chun-Li's Super. Actor Callina Liang also detailed her rigorous training to portray Chun-Li accurately.
9 new 2026 games on sale in the Steam Autumn Sale
The Steam Autumn Sale features discounts on numerous games, including several released in 2026. Notable titles on sale include Resident Evil Requiem, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Xenonauts 2, with some experiencing significant price drops from their launch or original prices.
Games Inbox: What Amiga games deserve a remake?
Readers discuss which classic Amiga games deserve modern remakes, with titles like Starglider 2, Midwinter, and Cybercon 3 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on the viability of remaking older titles, the current state of the Xbox console, and potential reimagining of Resident Evil games.
Monster Hunter Wilds’ Switch 2 Optimization Was “Painstaking”, Says Producer
Capcom producer Genki Sunano revealed the painstaking process of optimizing Monster Hunter Wilds for the Nintendo Switch 2, aiming for a 30 FPS target in handheld mode without compromising the core experience. The development involved extensive asset evaluation and rebuilding systems for efficiency, with the goal of delivering a comfortable handheld experience. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is slated for December 4th, with the Ascendance expansion to follow next year.
