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RocketWerkz' C# framework 'BRUTAL' is now available to all developers
RocketWerkz has open-sourced its C#-based game development framework, BRUTAL, offering an alternative to engines like Unity and Unreal Engine. The framework, which combines C# with C++ libraries and low-level graphics access, is free for commercial use with attribution requirements. This release comes amid growing developer concerns over the stability of third-party engine policies.
"Our industry is rotting" and AI "pushed things over the edge," so the creator of DayZ wants to change how games are made with some of the smartest devs in the industry
DayZ creator Dean Hall believes the game industry is fundamentally flawed and that AI development has exacerbated these issues. To combat this, Hall and his studio RocketWerkz have released "Brutal," an open-source C# framework intended to offer an alternative to mainstream engines like Unity and Unreal Engine, empowering developers with more control and independence.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Review | TheXboxHub
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve offers a thrilling, cinematic flight combat experience that feels like starring in a Top Gun movie. While the overarching war narrative can be confusing, the engaging gameplay, strong character writing, and stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine make it a highly entertaining title. The game provides both arcade and simulation-focused options, with varied missions and a well-executed multiplayer component.
Seafarer: The Ship Sim Review | TheXboxHub
Seafarer: The Ship Sim offers a diverse range of activities beyond just sailing, including operating cranes and responding to fires, built with Unreal Engine 5 and NVIDIA WaveWorks 2.0 for impressive visuals. While the ship controls can be tanky and unintuitive, and some dialogue feels weak, the variety of gameplay and active multiplayer mode provide a solid experience for simulation enthusiasts.
Active Matter Review | TheXboxHub
Active Matter is an online extraction shooter that blends familiar combat mechanics with supernatural anomalies and a horror atmosphere. While the game offers a variety of weapons and enemies, the review criticizes its lack of identity, directionless anomaly system, and unpolished mechanics. The use of generative AI for voice acting is noted as a divisive choice, and despite an unnerving atmosphere, the visuals and overall experience are deemed mediocre and average.
Siap-Siap Upgrade Rig! 10 Game PC Terbaru 2026 dengan Grafis Paling Memukau
This article highlights ten upcoming PC games slated for release in 2026 that are expected to feature groundbreaking graphics. It details advancements in rendering technology like full path tracing and micro-polygon rendering, and provides a comparative table of visual features and recommended hardware for titles such as Cyberpunk 2077: Orion Project, The Witcher: Polaris, and Grand Theft Auto VI.
How toolmakers like ARM work with devs, ft. Peter Hodges
The Game Developer Podcast features Peter Hodges from ARM discussing how chipmakers collaborate with game developers to optimize technology. The conversation focuses on ARM's Neural Technology features and how tools like Unreal Engine Megalights improve the game development process.
How Image-to-3D Tools Fit into Indie Game Asset Production
AI-powered image-to-3D and text-to-3D tools can significantly aid indie game developers in concept development and initial asset creation. While these tools accelerate the process, manual cleanup, optimization, and engine integration are still crucial steps for producing game-ready assets. The article emphasizes that AI should support, not replace, the art direction and creative decisions made by developers.
Epic Games’ New Voice Chat Lets You Keep Talking To Friends While Playing Different Games
Epic Games has launched Epic Parties, a new voice chat service designed to make it easier for players to communicate across different games and platforms. The service will initially be available for Fortnite and the Epic Games Store launcher, with plans to integrate it into Rocket League next year. Epic Parties aims to compete with Discord by offering seamless voice communication and social features that can carry over between titles.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
A delayed next generation of consoles is "better for us", says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, as price rises continue to plague the industry
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Blood of Dawnwalker, believes a delayed next-generation console launch would benefit developers like Rebel Wolves due to current component shortages and rising prices. He highlights the increased complexity and cost of developing for new hardware, suggesting that focusing on current-generation consoles is more manageable. The game is set to release on September 3rd for current-gen platforms, with future installments potentially targeting next-gen hardware.
Meowmories is a horror game from a cat’s perspective
Meowmories is a horror adventure game developed in Unreal Engine 5 where players experience the world from a cat's perspective as they search for their owner. The game features voice-activated meows to stun enemies, memory collection for multiple endings, and a focus on trial-and-error gameplay. A demo is scheduled for release soon on PC via Steam, with the full game expected to have a playtime of 1-2 hours.
Tides of Annihilation Hands-On Event Set for This Summer
Eclipse Glow Games has announced that Tides of Annihilation will host its first hands-on event this summer, allowing players to experience its Neo-Medieval combat. The studio is collaborating with Unreal Engine and NVIDIA to improve visual fidelity and performance, with support for DLSS and path tracing planned for PC. Specific details regarding dates, locations, and platform requirements for the event will be shared later.
Epic Games Removes Porsche “Concept Image” That Sure Looks Like AI
Epic Games removed a concept art image from Fortnite featuring a Porsche vehicle after players speculated it was created using generative AI. While Epic Games stated the image was provided by Porsche and created using Unreal Engine tools, the presence of a Riot Games logo on a balloon in the image remains unexplained, fueling further AI speculation.
LATAM indie devs lay out how to improve your text animation
Independent game developers from Latin America showcased innovative text animation techniques at Gamescom LATAM to improve player engagement with game narratives and tutorials. Games like Climb Out of Hell, Artius: Pure Imagination, Ghostless, and Afantasia demonstrate how dynamic text can enhance storytelling, provide commentary, and guide players more effectively, utilizing engines like Unity, Unreal Engine, and Gamemaker.
Game Devs Reveal the Hidden Complexity Behind Pause Buttons
Game developers are revealing the surprising complexity behind implementing pause buttons, a feature often taken for granted by players. Implementing pause mechanics requires careful consideration of physics engines, multiplayer synchronization, and engine-specific solutions, with different genres and platforms presenting unique challenges. This behind-the-scenes look highlights the intricate problem-solving involved in creating seemingly simple game features.
Look, 16 GB of RAM is absolutely fine for PC gaming in 2026. Though there are some caveats to that...
This analysis investigates whether 16 GB of RAM is sufficient for PC gaming in 2026, testing various memory-intensive games with both 16 GB and 32 GB configurations on high-end and mainstream GPUs. While 16 GB proved adequate for many titles, especially with ample VRAM, multitasking or playing extremely demanding games like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and Star Citizen may still benefit from 32 GB.
1000xResist creator: the game industry needs a universal video codec for FMV games
Remy Siu, the creative director behind the acclaimed game 1000xResist, is facing technical challenges with video codecs for his upcoming full-motion video game, Prove You're Human. Siu advocates for a universal video codec standard across all platforms to simplify development and improve the quality of FMV games. He highlights how the current need to support multiple codecs can lead to larger file sizes and compromises in video quality.
Call of the Elder Gods comes to consoles and PC this May — MP3s & NPCs
The Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure Call of the Elder Gods will be released on May 12 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. This sequel to Call of the Sea features object-based puzzles, environmental exploration, and a fully voice-acted story inspired by H.P. Lovecraft.
Reality-shifting anomaly horror 'Switch the Darkness' challenges players to survive the infinite loop
Independent developer Anton Neverov announced Switch the Darkness, a short psychological horror game built in Unreal Engine. Players must observe and manipulate their environment using a light switch mechanic to escape an infinite loop within a deceptive house. The game focuses on pure psychological tension with no combat or inventory management.