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Tonda Ros, creator of Blue Prince, has played UFO 50 for almost 700 hours: 'I think it's easily my favourite…
Game developer Tonda Ros, creator of Blue Prince, shares his extensive playtime with UFO 50, calling it his favorite game of the last 20 years. He also discusses his current play of Cairn and the recently finished Big Walk, highlighting their intuitive controls and impactful narratives. Ros also reaffirms his enduring love for Myst, which remains installed on his PC.
Phantasmagoria - När sagodrottningen blev skräckdrottning
Roberta Williams, known for the family-friendly King's Quest series, made a dramatic shift with the 1995 horror FMV game Phantasmagoria. Despite its controversial content, including a rape scene, the game became Sierra's best-selling title. The article explores Williams's transition from cozy adventures to graphic horror, inspired by her love for Stephen King and Edgar Allan Poe, and details the ambitious, costly development of Phantasmagoria.
Gabe Newell made Steam after going "f*** these publishers" due to the broken relationship with Half-Life publisher Sierra, Counter-Strike co-creator says
According to Counter-Strike co-creator Minh Le, Gabe Newell's decision to create Steam stemmed from a deeply negative experience with Half-Life publisher Sierra. This dissatisfaction with traditional publishers led Valve to develop its own digital distribution platform, revolutionizing PC game sales.
Justin Wack står på giganters axlar
Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack is praised for its innovative approach to the adventure game genre, drawing inspiration from classics like Monkey Island 2 and Day of the Tentacle. The game successfully blends humor, engaging narratives, and clever puzzles, creating a modern experience that respects its predecessors.
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.
A 38-year-old NES platformer is getting a Steam remake by its original husband-and-wife team, as the pair's…
The original husband-and-wife development team behind the 1988 NES platformer The Battle of Olympus, Yukio Horimoto and Reiko Oshida, are creating a Steam remake under their studio Infinity Co. This "handcrafted Steam remake" will be released in early access in January 2027 and is described as the duo's final major game product.
Tim Curry, Red Alert 3 star and camp icon of stage and screen, dies aged 80
English actor Tim Curry, known for his iconic roles in film, stage, and television, has died at the age of 80. Curry also lent his talents to video games, notably voicing Premier Anatoly Cherdenko in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 and starring in the Gabriel Knight series.
How a South Korean intern saved Valve from a Vivendi lawsuit
A South Korean intern named Andrew played a crucial role in resolving Valve's 2002 lawsuit against Vivendi, which threatened the company's existence and the release of Half-Life 2. The intern discovered evidence of Vivendi destroying documents related to their deal, leading the court to side with Valve and secure ownership of Half-Life and Counter-Strike, paving the way for Steam's creation.
There is no discovery on this earth more pure than a closet full of your dad's '90s big box PC games
A Reddit user's discovery of their father's extensive collection of '90s big box PC games has resonated with many, sparking discussions about physical media and shared gaming experiences. The collection includes classics like System Shock 2 and Diablo, alongside more eclectic titles, highlighting a bygone era of PC gaming.
