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Shining a flashlight on Alone in the Dark, on the eve of its reinventionThis article reflects on the original Alone in the Dark, its creator Frédérick Raynal's vision, and its impact on the survival horror genre, particularly its groundbreaking 3D visuals. It discusses the challenges faced during development, the subsequent burnout and disputes with publisher Infogrames, and the upcoming remake by Pieces Interactive, which will feature a different perspective and story.
The remarkable story of Unreal 2, the sequel rescued from development hell by dooming it to failure: 'There was…This article details the troubled development of Unreal 2, originally envisioned as a revolutionary FPS by Legend Entertainment. Creative differences, leadership crises, and a problematic business deal with Infogrames led to significant feature cuts, including multiplayer, and a rushed release. Despite its compromised state, the game's post-launch multiplayer expansion, Unreal 2: XMP, was well-received, but ultimately too late to save the studio.
OpenRCT2 project - Open-Source adaption of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 reaches v0.5.1The OpenRCT2 project, an open-source adaptation of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2, has released its latest build, version 0.5.1. This update brings numerous improvements to the classic theme park simulation game, including new features, bug fixes, and raised game limits, enhancing aspects like FPS and resolution.
Total Chaos launch trailer – psychological horror game hits Nintendo Switch 2The psychological horror game Total Chaos has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 with a new trailer. Developed by Sam Prebble of Trigger Happy Interactive and published by Infogrames, an Atari label, the game features a brutal, atmospheric nightmare blending survival horror elements. It runs at up to 1080P docked and 720P handheld, with selectable performance modes targeting 30FPS or 60FPS.- Acclaimed Psychological Horror Game Total Chaos Haunts Nintendo Switch 2 TodayThe psychological horror game Total Chaos has launched on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring support for Joy-Con mouse and gyro controls. Developed by Sam Prebble and published by Apogee Entertainment and Infogrames (an Atari label), the game is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The Switch 2 version includes the recent New Game+ update with an alternate ending and a new enemy type.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit ConversionsAtari has acquired emulation specialist Implicit Conversions and its proprietary Syrup engine, which is capable of bringing 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit games to modern consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. This acquisition aims to strengthen Atari's position in the retro market and enhance its game preservation capabilities.
Classic survival horror Alone in the Dark gets a cross-platform reimplementation with enhancementsA cross-platform reimplementation of the classic survival horror game Alone in the Dark has been released, featuring enhancements and modern backends. This open-source project aims to preserve the original 1992 title, offering features like HD backgrounds, controller support, and in-game maps. The project requires data files from the original game, which can be purchased on Steam and GOG.
Total Chaos getting Nintendo Switch 2 releaseApogee Entertainment and Trigger Happy Interactive announced that the psychological horror game Total Chaos will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29, 2026. The port will feature 1080p docked and 720p handheld resolutions, targeting 60 frames per second, and will include the New Game+ update content.- Morning CrowdfundingThe creator of Alone in the Dark is crowdfunding a new game for the Sega Genesis, featuring a unique controller. This initiative aims to bring a new title to the classic console through community funding.
- Apogee Entertainment and Sam Prebble Release Expansive New Game+ Mode for Psychological Horror Game Total ChaosApogee Entertainment and developer Sam Prebble have released a free New Game+ update for their psychological horror game Total Chaos. This mode expands the story with new content, locations, an alternate ending, and introduces a persistent new enemy called The Hunter. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements and localization for multiple languages.