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'Density Over Scale': Open World Cyberpunk Shooter No Law Has Serious Potential on PS5
Developer Neon Giant discussed their design philosophy for the upcoming open-world cyberpunk shooter No Law at Unreal Fest 2026, emphasizing density and reactivity over sheer map size. The game, announced for PlayStation 5, will utilize Unreal Engine 5 and feature a dynamic lighting and weather system with over 3,000 NPCs. Neon Giant previously developed the detailed isometric shooter The Ascent.
Neon Giant Reveals How a Small Veteran Team Built NO LAW’s Dense Open-World City
Neon Giant, a KRAFTON, Inc. studio, detailed its 'Density Over Scale' approach to building the cyber-noir city of Port Desire for their upcoming open-world shooter NO LAW. Using Unreal Engine 5 technologies like Nanite and Lumen, the small team focused on creating a highly detailed and reactive urban environment with thousands of dynamic NPCs and interactive elements, rather than sheer size. Creative Director Tor Frick highlighted how UE5's tech allowed them to bypass traditional bottlenecks and build their desired uncompromised world.
No Law's Dense Cybergrunge City Might Just Be the Most Alive Open World Ever Created
Neon Giant discusses their upcoming game, highlighting its dense, cybergrunge city that aims to be the most alive open world created. The interview focuses on the developer's approach to creating a vibrant and immersive game environment.
No Law Creative Director Discusses How Unreal Engine 5 Was Used to Create Port Desire
Developer Neon Giant showcased how they are using Unreal Engine 5 for their open-world shooter No Law, focusing on "density over scale" for the city of Port Desire. Creative director Tor Frick highlighted features like Nanite and Lumen for visual fidelity and dynamic lighting, and MetaHuman for NPCs. The team also discussed similarities and differences with Cyberpunk 2077, emphasizing No Law's more intimate and personal experience. The game is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
No Law Trailer Offers A Closer Look At Port Desire, Its Stories, and The Peacekeepers
Neon Giant's upcoming open-world shooter RPG, No Law, was showcased in a new trailer focusing on its setting, Port Desire, and the Peacekeepers faction. The game aims to offer a detailed world with emergent stories, drawing comparisons to Cyberpunk 2077. No Law is slated for release this year on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
"Heavyweights ruined the industry... now we live on the indies" Nordic Game embraces smaller devs and games with soul
Nordic Game program director Jacob Riis believes the industry is currently sustained by independent developers, contrasting them with large studios that he feels have negatively impacted the market. He highlights the focus on creativity and artistic expression in indie games as a response to the profit-driven nature of many AAA titles and live service games. Riis also notes an increase in ticket sales for Nordic Game, suggesting a growing interest in smaller-scale events and developers.
