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Crimson Desert Kliff actor reveals his character changed a lot during development and he had to push Pearl Abyss for clarity — 'I just kept pushing and pushing and pushing about story and character as much as I could'
Crimson Desert voice actor Alec Newman revealed that the game's story and his character, Kliff, underwent significant changes throughout its five-year development. Newman stated he had to repeatedly push Pearl Abyss for clarity on the narrative and character motivations, noting that the studio frequently altered the game's focus and even changed the protagonist's name from Macduff to Kliff.
Bargain hunters will know the MSI Cyborg well but are its sacrifices worth it?
The MSI Cyborg gaming laptop offers workable RTX 5050 performance and a surprisingly sturdy design at a budget price point. However, it sacrifices quality of life features like a soft trackpad and a less vibrant display compared to competitors. While it can run many games at 1080p, its performance is at the lower end for its class, making it a viable option primarily when found on sale.
Hands-on with Nvidia's new Dynamic Multi Frame Generation: 5x and 6x modes push frame rates even higher than before, though you can have too much of a good thing
Nvidia has introduced an updated version of its Dynamic Multi Frame Generation (MFG) technology, featuring new 5x and 6x modes designed to push frame rates higher. While the technology dynamically adjusts frame generation modes based on monitor refresh rates and game performance, the article notes that excessive frame generation can lead to increased input latency and potential visual artifacts. Testing across games like Cyberpunk 2077, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Hogwarts Legacy, and Oblivion Remastered shows that while MFG can significantly boost performance, its effectiveness is dependent on the game's inherent performance and the user's hardware, with competitive gamers likely to avoid it due to latency concerns.
Epic Games Store Spring Sale – everything you need to know, including the best things to pick up before it ends
The Epic Games Store Spring Sale is currently underway, offering discounts on various titles until April 13th. Notable deals include Civilization VII with a 40% discount, tactical mech game Menace at 25% off, and ARC Raiders with a 20% price reduction. The sale also features discounts on popular games like Red Dead Redemption 2, Cyberpunk 2077, Ghost of Tsushima, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Receives Upgraded PSSR Support on April 7th
Assassin's Creed Shadows will receive an Upgraded PSSR graphics technology update on April 7th for PlayStation 5 Pro players. This update aims to improve image quality, stability, and visual artifacts across performance, balanced, and quality modes. Technical artists Robert Foriel and Nicholas Lopez highlighted the seamless implementation and significant visual boost provided by the technology.
CD PROJEKT RED and Zero Latency VR to bring the world of Cyberpunk 2077 to VR
CD Projekt Red and Zero Latency VR are collaborating to bring a new virtual reality experience inspired by Cyberpunk 2077. Zero Latency VR CEO Tim Ruse stated the partnership is a natural fit for their immersive, free-roam VR technology. Further details on the Cyberpunk 2077 VR experience's content and release date are yet to be announced.
Turns out Crimson Desert's lead voice actor was as confused by the game's disjointed story as some players
Crimson Desert's lead voice actor, Alec Newman, expressed confusion regarding the game's narrative development, stating that the story and character motivations were not fully defined until late in the development process. This aligns with previous reports of internal struggles and shifting priorities at Pearl Abyss, which impacted the game's quest structure and narrative coherence despite its commercial success.
Not Even Crimson Desert's Main Character VA Understood The Game's Story
Crimson Desert, developed by Pearl Abyss, has achieved over 3 million sales since its March 19 launch on consoles and PC. However, voice actor Alec Newman, who plays Kliff, expressed that the game's narrative is confusing, even for those involved in its creation. Newman noted that the story underwent significant changes during its five-year development cycle, impacting the clarity for voice actors.
MacBook Neo review
The MacBook Neo is a budget laptop that, despite its iPhone-derived processor, can surprisingly run a selection of PC games at playable frame rates. While not a dedicated gaming machine and requiring significant graphical compromises, it offers a decent experience for less demanding titles and casual play, making it a compelling option for Apple users seeking an affordable all-around laptop.
Crimson Desert Is Doing Something Very Uncommon For RPGs
Crimson Desert, a single-player action-adventure RPG, is experiencing an uncommon trend of increasing player counts post-launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This contrasts with most single-player RPGs which typically see a decline in concurrent players over time. Pearl Abyss is actively addressing player feedback with updates to refine the game.
Diablo III Season 38 Launches Into Server Trouble — And Players Are Already Running Into Error
Diablo III Season 38 has launched with significant server issues, leading to widespread error messages for players. This launch trouble highlights the ongoing debate about game updates versus the quality of initial releases, with some players recalling past experiences with unfinished games.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
Why Pragmata May End Up in a League of Its Own
Pragmata aims to stand out in the science fiction genre by blending familiar mechanics with a unique dual-character gameplay system that integrates action combat with real-time hacking puzzles. Unlike many contemporaries that focus on spectacle or open-world exploration, Pragmata emphasizes constant mechanical engagement and coordination between its two protagonists, Hugh Williams and Diana. This approach, combined with a more immediate narrative focus on survival, could make it a distinctive and successful new intellectual property.
The Witcher 3 is still selling on Nintendo Switch, new data shows
New financial data from CD Projekt Red reveals that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt continues to sell on the Nintendo Switch, contributing 10 percent of sales in 2025. While PC accounts for the largest share at 55 percent, the Switch version's performance has consistently impressed the developer since its 2019 port release.
Cyberpunk 2077 is a better role-playing game than The Witcher 3
Cyberpunk 2077 has evolved into a superior role-playing game compared to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, primarily due to its strong world design and a more dynamic player-driven protagonist. The game's first-person perspective, Lifepath system, and choice-driven narrative elements allow for deeper player immersion and a more personalized role-playing experience than The Witcher 3.
Popular PS5 Open World RPG 55% Off on PS Store for Limited Time
CD Projekt RED's open-world RPG Cyberpunk 2077 is available for 55% off on the PlayStation Store for a limited time, priced at $22.49 until April 9. The Phantom Liberty expansion is also discounted by 35% to $19.49, though it is not available on PlayStation 4. A PS5 Pro patch is also expected in the near future.
Diablo 3 Season 38 Starts March 27, So Here’s What to Finish Before Ethereal Memory Goes Live
Diablo 3 Season 38, titled Ethereal Memory, is set to begin on March 27. The article also touches on the nature of live service games, contrasting modern update capabilities with the era of the Sega/SNES to PlayStation consoles, where games released in a less complete state with no possibility of post-launch fixes.
The Anime Series Shaping Fandom Across Generations
This article discusses how anime series have evolved into a global phenomenon, shaping fandom across generations through compelling narratives and diverse genres. It highlights ten standout series, including Solo Leveling, Hell's Paradise, Mashle: Magic and Muscles, Fire Force, Spy x Family, Berserk, Akame ga Kill!, Summer Time Rendering, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and Chainsaw Man, each contributing uniquely to modern storytelling and fan engagement.
The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 dev would've loved to playtest the original Dark Souls or Demon's Souls: "Where do you draw the line between challenge that motivates you?"
A user experience researcher from CD Projekt Red expressed a desire to have playtested the original Demon's Souls or Dark Souls to understand the balance between challenging gameplay that motivates players and frustrating difficulty. The discussion touches on the extensive internal debates FromSoftware likely had during the development of these influential titles.
Can Crimson Desert Patch Its Way to a Cyberpunk 2077-Style Victory?
Pearl Abyss has implemented significant changes to Crimson Desert since its launch, but the article questions whether these patches can overcome the game's core issues. The analysis draws parallels to Cyberpunk 2077's redemption arc, suggesting that while improvements are being made, fundamental problems may persist.