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The next game by the creators of Steins;Gate is an entirely vibe-coded FPS slopfest
Mages Inc, known for the Steins;Gate visual novel series, is releasing Juggernaut, a free-to-play boomer shooter that heavily utilizes generative AI for its graphics and effects. The game's asset creation tool also uses AI, drawing criticism from some Steam users who question the studio's commitment to development.
Review: Steins Gate RE:Boot (PC)
Steins Gate RE:Boot is a visual novel developed by Mages. Inc and published by Spike Chunsoft, featuring a story about accidental time travel discovered by a group of friends in Akihabara. The game includes a Phone Trigger System for player choices, leading to seven possible endings, with six carried over from Steins Gate Elite and one new path. Despite a slow start, the narrative and character interactions become engrossing, offering a well-paced experience with fantastic characters and a great soundtrack.
A Forgotten 2005 PS2 Visual Novel Slipped Onto Steam With No Announcement At All
The 2005 PlayStation 2 visual novel compilation My Merry May with be has been quietly released on Steam by MAGES. Inc. without any announcement. While the compilation, which includes My Merry May and My Merry Maybe, is now available in the West, it remains Japan-only with no English translation. This release highlights the challenges of game preservation and localization for older titles.
