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Lords of the End Times is 'not the end' for Total War: Warhammer: 'You can't get rid of us that…
Despite the release of Lords of the End Times and the end of the Warhammer Fantasy setting, Creative Assembly's Richard Aldridge and Sean Macdonald suggest that Total War: Warhammer is far from over. They hint at future content, including smaller lord packs, potential DLC for factions like Dogs of War, and the possibility of fleshing out regions like Ind and Khuresh.
Creative Assembly says Alien: Isolation 2's protagonist is a Yutani employee, which offers 'a new perspective to the franchise' — 'Weyland-Yutani is an English-Japanese speaking company, and the Japanese side doesn't really get explored that much'
Creative Assembly revealed that the protagonist of Alien: Isolation 2, Blake, will be a Weyland-Yutani employee, offering a new perspective on the franchise by exploring the company's Japanese side. This contrasts with the 'average people' protagonists of the first game and movie, giving Blake a different kind of power and motivation.
Alien: Isolation 2 artist says Creative Assembly has to 'recontextualize' things from the film that would 'be believable' in the game's outdoor setting, and it makes sense 'through the lens of someone from the 1970s'
Creative Assembly is developing Alien: Isolation 2 with a new outdoor colony setting, which requires recontextualizing elements from the original film and game to fit a 1970s-inspired retro-futuristic aesthetic. The team is focusing on adapting iconic designs to be believable in an outdoor environment, ensuring manufacturing techniques and materials align with the era.
Creative Assembly says Alien: Isolation 2's custom tech enabled a 'realistic' atmosphere Unreal Engine 5 couldn't — 'We felt that a custom solution would give us that perfect frame response that you want in that kind of really, really dark environment'
Creative Assembly states that custom lighting and audio technology developed for Alien: Isolation 2 allowed for a more realistic and terrifying atmosphere than Unreal Engine 5 alone could provide. The developers explained that their custom solution offered better control over dark environments and material reflections, enhancing the game's horror elements.
Total War Warhammer 40k learns from CA's fantasy trilogy to craft "a single experience" that will just keep growing
Creative Assembly is focusing on making Total War: Warhammer 40,000 a single, continuously growing experience, learning from the successes and shortcomings of the Total War: Warhammer trilogy. The developers are prioritizing robust tutorials, extensive modding support, and close community feedback to ensure long-term player engagement and a cohesive game world.
Alien: Isolation 2 is “An Intense Experience,” Thanks to More Open Spaces and Harsh Weather
Alien: Isolation 2 is set to offer an intense survival horror experience with expanded open spaces and dynamic weather systems, building on the strengths of its predecessor. Principal UI artist Laura Mouther highlighted how the contrast between claustrophobia and exposure, along with environmental factors like rain and thunder, will force players to adapt and improvise against the Xenomorph. The game is planned for release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
"They've watched so many people lose their jobs, that has an impact" – Managing morale in the wake of layoffs
The video game industry is facing a significant morale crisis due to widespread layoffs, impacting both those who lose their jobs and those who remain. Experts emphasize the need for companies to rebuild trust through honesty and consistent action, rather than manufactured excitement. Maintaining employee morale and development is crucial, especially for HR departments dealing with the emotional toll and increased workload.
Players will need to 'think on their feet' in Alien: Isolation 2's new exterior environments, while the 'perfect hunter' xenomorph will also learn and 'adapt' how to track you down in the outdoors
Creative Assembly detailed how Alien: Isolation 2 will feature new exterior environments that will force players to adapt their strategies. The Xenomorph will also learn and adapt its hunting methods based on player actions and the environment, with weather systems impacting gameplay. The game is planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Total War: Shogun 2's Complete Edition adds 50 minor factions in return for breaking your mods, but fear not, players who stick to the old version will get legacy DLC for free
Creative Assembly is releasing Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition on October 13th, featuring over 50 minor factions, updated graphics, and modernized controls. This edition includes the Rise and Fall of the Samurai expansions and will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and GOG. Existing owners of the original game will receive a 75% discount on the Complete Edition, and those who stick with the older version will get legacy DLC for free.
SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Bundles DLC and Major Upgrades
SEGA and Creative Assembly announced Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition for PC, launching October 13. This edition bundles the base game with all DLC, including Rise of the Samurai and Fall of the Samurai campaigns, alongside significant technical upgrades like improved visuals, full Japanese voice acting, and over 50 new minor factions. The package will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store.
Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition Announced. Launches for PC on October 13th
Creative Assembly and Sega have announced the Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition for PC, launching October 13th. This package includes the base game and all previously released downloadable content, featuring support for 1440p and 4K visuals, modernized controls, and over 50 new playable factions.
The best Total War game is getting a remaster with 50 newly playable factions, modern visuals, and a full Japanese…
Creative Assembly has announced a remaster of Total War: Shogun 2, set to release on October 13th. This remastered edition will feature improved visuals, modernized controls, 1440p and 4K UI scaling, ultrawide monitor support, and over 50 newly playable factions across its three campaigns. Existing owners of the original game will receive a loyalty discount.
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The Emperor would approve of Total War Warhammer 40k, Creative Assembly says. I can't help but agree.
Creative Assembly's Total War: Warhammer 40,000 aims to distill the vast Warhammer 40,000 universe into manageable, immersive campaigns. The game focuses on specific segments of the galaxy, allowing players to experience granular battles with meaningful stakes, reminiscent of Helldivers 2. The preview highlights accessible gameplay for newcomers and deep customization options, drawing inspiration from Space Marine 2.
Creative Assembly tror inte på myten att RTS och handkontroll inte hör ihop
Creative Assembly believes the myth that Real-Time Strategy games cannot work well with a controller is false, and their implementation for Total War: Warhammer 40,000 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S proves it. The developers stated that the control scheme and combat system were developed concurrently, and they are proud of the technical achievements.
Creative Assembly says it was 'a big deal' to have player customization be a 'must-have' part of Total War: Warhammer 40,000 for fans of the tabletop game and hobby
Creative Assembly has revealed that player customization was a crucial 'must-have' feature for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, aiming to replicate the tabletop hobby experience. Battle product owner Dave Petry emphasized the importance of allowing players to tell their own stories and personalize units, even incorporating real-life Games Workshop paint colors. The game is set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Playing RTS with a controller? Total War: Warhammer 40,000 dev says it 'really does work' in their game:…
Creative Assembly, the developer behind Total War: Warhammer 40,000, believes it is a myth that Real-Time Strategy games cannot work well with controllers. Studio representative Dave Petry stated that the team has developed a control scheme that "really does work" for consoles, citing Halo Wars 2 as a successful example. The studio aims to make the RTS experience accessible to players who prefer using a gamepad.
"We want to invite people into this big tent with this grimdark setting": Creative Assembly on how they plan to ease strategy newbies into Total War: Warhammer 40,000
Creative Assembly aims to make Total War: Warhammer 40,000 approachable for new players with two tutorial campaigns that introduce systems gradually. The developers want to welcome newcomers to the grimdark setting while showcasing what makes the Total War series great, with plans for ongoing updates rather than sequels.
Total War: Warhammer 40k is aiming to be the most complex and most accessible game Creative Assembly has ever made - here's how the devs managed both
Creative Assembly aims to make Total War: Warhammer 40,000 both the most complex and most accessible game in the series. Developers Joy Dey and Dave Petry explain how new systems, detailed combat simulation, and a robust tutorial campaign are designed to cater to both veteran players and newcomers to the Total War and Warhammer franchises.
Creative Assembly says it wanted to 'authentically simulate' the Warhammer tabletop experience for Total War: Warhammer 40,000 by adding references, lore, and more
Creative Assembly aims to authentically simulate the Warhammer tabletop experience in Total War: Warhammer 40,000 by incorporating lore and references, rather than a direct system recreation. The developers collaborated closely with Games Workshop to capture the essence of the universe for the upcoming strategy game, which is set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
