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Beneath a Steel Sky review (1994)
This review of the 1994 adventure game Beneath a Steel Sky praises its compelling plot, rich world-building, and Dave Gibbons' distinctive art style, calling it a must-buy for fans. While acknowledging its conventional adventure game mechanics and occasional tonal inconsistencies, particularly with its music and humor, the article ultimately deems it a well-constructed and involving experience that stands as a classic.
FZ Play ISK #6 - Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack
Indiespelklubben will feature the point-and-click adventure game Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack on September 1st, with developer Pontus Wittenmark joining the stream. The game is described as having bright colors, charming animations, and humorous puzzles reminiscent of classic Sierra and LucasArts titles, but with its own unique narrative.
Äntligen Indiespelklubben #6 - Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack
The article previews the charming point-and-click adventure game Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack, developed by Swedish studio Warm Kitten. It highlights the game's time-traveling narrative, humor, and its place within the legacy of classic adventure games from Sierra and LucasArts.
I want MMOs to waste our time again
The author argues that modern MMOs like World of Warcraft are too efficient, prioritizing player progression over the sense of wonder and aimless exploration found in older titles like Star Wars Galaxies. While acknowledging the design improvements in current games, the piece highlights the unique magic of incidental encounters and the joy of simply existing in a persistent virtual world.
Classic Star Wars PS4 Game Drops to Just $3.99 on PlayStation Store
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast is currently available for $3.99 on the PlayStation Store, a 60% discount from its original price of $9.99. PlayStation Plus subscribers can get an additional 5% off, bringing the price down to $3.49. This offer is a limited-time deal ending on August 27, 2026.
Thimbleweed Park 2 is 'not really a sequel, not really a prequel,' but it is finally happening
Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick's Terrible Toybox studio has announced that Thimbleweed Park 2 is in early development, with a planned release in early 2028. The game will feature returning characters Ray and Reyes and is described as a 'spoof of a classic whodunit' rather than a direct sequel or prequel. It will be available on Windows, Mac, and Linux via Steam and GOG.
Thimbleweed Park 2 announced with another murder to investigate in 2028
Thimbleweed Park 2, a sequel to the 2017 point-and-click adventure, has been announced for an early 2028 release on PC, Mac, Linux, and GOG. Original team members including Ron Gilbert, Mark Ferrari, Gary Winnick, and David Fox are returning for the self-published title. The game promises another bizarre mystery investigation in the town of Thimbleweed Park.
Open Galaxy Season 2 & 3 released news
Open Galaxy has released Season 2 and 3 alongside game version 11.6.76. This update includes new content and significant changes to the flight model, such as smoothed mouse controls with auto-aim enabled by default and a revised pitching mechanic. The plot of the first three seasons loosely follows the original X-Wing game.
Conceived in a secure military facility, this Jedi Knight fansite has been running consistently for almost 30 years: 'It looks really close to what it did back in 1998'
The Massassi Temple, a fan website dedicated to Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces 2, has been continuously operating since 1998, making it one of the internet's longest-running gaming communities. Founded by Brian E. Lozier, the site began as a hub for tutorials and has evolved into a comprehensive archive of mods and multiplayer maps, supported by a dedicated community. Despite the decline of many early gaming websites and the shift towards larger platforms, The Massassi Temple persists, with Lozier now focusing on preserving its extensive community creations.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake might be re-revealed this year, a new report suggests
A new report suggests that the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake, currently in development at Saber Interactive, may be re-revealed later this year. Sources indicate that development has been progressing smoothly since Saber began the project from scratch, with a potential release window of 2027 or 2028. The original game, released in 2003 by BioWare, is considered a classic RPG.
Ever since Black Flag Resynced's reveal 3 months ago, I've daydreamed about setting sail and these 6 games are letting me live out my best pirate life
This article highlights six pirate-themed games available now, with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced serving as a major inspiration. The list includes classics like The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition and Sid Meier's Pirates!, alongside modern titles such as Sea of Thieves, Windrose, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, catering to various platforms and playstyles.
Lethal Wedding’s Kickstarter Stretch Goals Include Art and Music from LucasArts & Zombies Ate My Neighbors Legends Team Fat and Bill Tiller
Mega Cat Studios' Lethal Wedding Kickstarter campaign has surpassed its $50,000 goal, unlocking a Deluxe CD with music from Zombies Ate My Neighbors composers George Sanger and Joe McDermott. The campaign is now aiming for console ports, with Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation versions planned if further stretch goals are met. The game features a unique "Vow System" and couch co-op gameplay.
Knight of the Old Republic 2 was great because it peeled back Star Wars' black-and-white morality
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords is lauded for its deconstruction of the Star Wars universe's black-and-white morality, offering a darker, more complex narrative. Despite a troubled development and a rushed launch, the game, particularly with the Sith Lords Restored Content mod, is praised for its writing and characters, especially Kreia, who challenges simplistic notions of good and evil.
Star Wars' cancelled Uncharted clone was the inspiration for these Mandalorian and Grogu villains
The cancelled Star Wars 1313 game, originally envisioned as an Uncharted-like experience, has influenced villains in The Mandalorian and Grogu. Director Jon Favreau revealed that the Droid Gotra were inspired by concepts from the scrapped LucasArts title. Elements from Star Wars 1313 and George Lucas's Star Wars: Underworld project have been repurposed in other Star Wars media.
Remember when Star Wars and Command & Conquer ruled PC gaming? June in PC Gamer 10, 20, and 30 years ago
This article looks back at PC gaming from June 1996, 2006, and 2016, highlighting cover stories like Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, Command & Conquer 3, and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 3. It also touches on the evolution of gaming monitors and significant news from those respective months.
Obituary: Veteran voice actor Tom Kane has passed away at 64
Veteran voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation over three decades, has passed away at the age of 64. Kane had a prolific career, with notable roles in the Star Wars franchise, Grim Fandango, Final Fantasy XII, Wolfenstein, and Ghost of Tsushima. He retired from voice acting in 2021 following a stroke.
"A great score is not heard" - From Indiana Jones to Star Wars, musical legend Gordy Haab on becoming a caretaker of some of video games' most prolific franchises
Composer Gordy Haab, known for his work on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, discusses his career and approach to video game music. Haab emphasizes the importance of enhancing narrative and emotion, drawing parallels between scoring games and films, and highlights how video game music is increasingly exposing younger generations to orchestral compositions.
Former LucasArts, Ubisoft veteran Clint Hocking founds new studio
Clint Hocking, a veteran developer formerly of LucasArts and Ubisoft, has founded a new independent studio named Build Machine Games. The studio aims to create emotionally resonant and socially relevant games and is currently recruiting experienced developers in Canada. Hocking previously worked on titles like Far Cry 2 and was reportedly involved in the development of Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe before his departure from Ubisoft.
The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time
This article ranks the best Star Wars games of all time, spanning various genres from flight simulators to RPGs and VR experiences. It highlights titles like Star Wars: TIE Fighter, Knights of the Old Republic, and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, discussing their impact and gameplay.
Disruptive Games Opens Playtests for Bermuda Triangle Co-op Horror Extraction Game ‘Wreck Runners'
Disruptive Games has announced Wreck Runners, a co-op extraction horror game set in the Bermuda Triangle, for PC. The game is currently holding playtests on Steam until May 11th, allowing players to experience its physics-driven multiplayer gameplay. Players will salvage loot while battling environmental hazards and creatures in a shapeshifting world.