Baldur's Gate 3
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Ball x Pit comes to mobile – now I need to buy one of those external battery pack things
The highly addictive game Ball x Pit, created by Kenny Sun & Friends, has now launched on mobile platforms, retaining all features from its PC and console versions. The mobile release includes recent and upcoming updates simultaneously with other platforms. The game is free to try with an option to purchase for £9.99.
'GeForce 3 was such a transition for us': Nvidia's Jensen Huang looks back on 25 years of the classic…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reflected on the 25th anniversary of the GeForce 3 graphics card, highlighting its significance as a mainstream accelerator. He discussed the evolution of graphics technology, noting the dramatic increase in transistor count and power draw from the GeForce 3's 30 million transistors and 35 watts to modern GPUs. The article also mentions notable games from the GeForce 3 era and contemporary titles.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 remains on course to match Baldur's Gate 3's GOTY record as it secures GDC win and…
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is on track to replicate Baldur's Gate 3's historic achievement of winning all five major 'Big Five' game awards. The game has already secured a win at the Game Developers Choice Awards and is a contender for the remaining accolades, including the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards.
Arc Raiders Now Has Fewer AI Voices, As Dev Re-Recorded Lines Amid Controversy
Embark Studios head Patrick Söderlund has confirmed that Arc Raiders now features fewer AI-generated voice lines after some were re-recorded with human actors following controversy. While the studio still uses AI for select purposes and as a production tool, Söderlund stated that professional actors provide a higher quality of performance.
Two laugh-out-loud moments in Zero Parades gave me hope that the Disco Elysium successor will still deliver flashes of…
Zero Parades, the follow-up to Disco Elysium from developer ZA/UM, aims to blend spy thriller elements with the signature verbose style of its predecessor. Early impressions from a recent demo highlight humorous dialogue options and meaningful skill checks that offer unexpected outcomes, suggesting the game will deliver a unique twist on the RPG formula.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
"We're 2 different beasts": Studio behind CRPG Solasta 2 bought their dev team copies of Baldur's Gate 3 and they "love" it, but devs say comparisons to Larian's game aren't entirely accurate
Tactical Adventures, the studio behind the CRPG Solasta 2, acknowledges frequent comparisons to Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3 but emphasizes their game's distinct features. CEO Mathieu Girard and marketing director Pierre Worgague highlighted Solasta 2's deep combat, world map exploration, and party-focused narrative as key differentiators, stating they are 'two different beasts'.
Tabletop-RPG SOLASTA II startet ab sofort im Early Access
The tactical role-playing game Solasta II has launched in Early Access on Steam, featuring a deep love for traditional pen-and-paper RPGs. The initial release includes a substantial portion of the campaign's first act, tactical turn-based combat based on D&D 2024 rules, and extensive character customization with multiple classes and subclasses. Tactical Adventures plans to add multiplayer and increase the level cap based on community feedback.
On Sale
Humble Bundle is offering a "RPG Masters" bundle featuring games from Beamdog and Owlcat Games, including Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Baldur's Gate 3. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity.
How well do you know Baldur's Gate 3's second, and More... | TAG
PC Gamer has released a new quiz testing knowledge of Baldur's Gate 3's second act, with playtesters for Dawn of War 4 requesting longer combat sequences due to their enjoyment of the game's visual spectacle. The article also includes quick updates on Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Starfield mods, a Red Dead Redemption 2 next-gen update, and Overwatch 2's latest patch.
How well do you know Baldur's Gate 3's second act? You may need an actual brainworm to score a perfect 20/20…
This article presents a quiz testing knowledge of Act 2 in Baldur's Gate 3, featuring 20 questions covering characters, locations, and plot points within the Shadow-Cursed Lands. The quiz aims to challenge players' recall of the game's second act, with the author expressing a personal fondness for its atmospheric dread.
This bizarre indie game challenges you to ‘rizz’ monster girls in a fantasy dungeon
The indie game Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart, developed by Snoozy Kazoo, has released a free demo on Steam as part of the WINGS Women's Day Sale. The game features a unique turn-based flirting system where players "rizz" monster girls to have them join their party and fight. The full game is expected to release later this year and will include over a dozen monster types and five dungeons.
I tried a liquid cooler with not one but four screens attached to the pump unit
The Thermaltake Minecube 360 Ultra ARGB Sync is a liquid cooler featuring an unusual four-screen pump unit, offering extensive customization options and good performance, capable of cooling a demanding Intel Core i7 14700K. However, its high price of $350/£280 and somewhat awkward software UI make it a questionable value proposition compared to other coolers with similar performance but fewer screens.
"Everyone is comparing us to Baldur's Gate 3 so there's no way to avoid it" - But Solasta 2 is different in some very important ways
Solasta 2, developed by the smaller studio Tactical Adventures, is frequently compared to Baldur's Gate 3 due to their shared Dungeons & Dragons roots and isometric perspective. However, Solasta 2 differentiates itself through its focus on party-based family dynamics rather than individual companion relationships, a more tactical combat system, and a distinct world map exploration mechanic. While it may not match Baldur's Gate 3's narrative depth or scope, Solasta 2 aims for a unique experience with its own strengths, including utilizing updated D&D 2024 rules and offering indie-level pricing.
What does another French studio like the Solasta 2 team feel when it sees Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 win all the awards? It's a simple answer: pride
Tactical Adventures, the studio behind Solasta 2, expresses pride in the success of fellow French developer Sandfall Interactive and their game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Solasta 2, an RPG launching in early access, is compared to Baldur's Gate 3, and its developers emphasize the importance of quality polish, even for early access titles, a lesson learned from Kepler Interactive's support of Sandfall Interactive.
Solasta 2 launch times and release date
Solasta 2 is set to launch its early access on March 12 at 4 pm UTC, priced at $39.99. The initial release will feature Act 1, offering 10-15 hours of content with full party creation, six classes, and a level cap of four. Multiplayer functionality is planned for a later update, similar to the development of Baldur's Gate 3.
The Games of Not This Year - 2025 Edition
This article highlights games played in 2025 that were not released in that year, featuring a diverse list of titles from various genres. Contributors share their experiences with games like Baldur's Gate 3, Pacific Drive, and Super Mario World, discussing what made them memorable despite their original release dates.
After 2 years in early access, Greedfall: The Dying World still feels unfinished
Greedfall: The Dying World, the latest RPG from Spiders, has launched after two years in early access but still feels unfinished. Despite some ambitious elements and a beautiful world, the game suffers from a clunky real-time with pause combat system, frequent bugs, and a lack of systemic complexity, making for a humdrum experience.
Tim Cain says he got hired at Interplay because he knew THAC0 better than the other guy, and went out of his way to…
Legendary PC RPG developer Tim Cain recounts how his deep knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons' THAC0 system helped him secure a job at Interplay Entertainment over another programmer. He also discusses the influence of GURPS on his career and the development of Fallout, noting that GURPS was initially considered for the game before the SPECIAL system was created.
D&D's most annoying rule helped Fallout co-creator Tim Cain get his big break at legendary RPG studio Interplay…
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain credits his knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons' THAC0 rule with helping him secure his first major game development job at Interplay. Cain explained that during his interview, his ability to recall specific THAC0 values for different classes impressed the hiring managers, leading to his role at the legendary RPG studio.
