Desperados
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I spent an entire day with a fan-mod of North Korea's homegrown operating system, and I'm sorry to say…An attempt to install and run a fan-modded version of North Korea's RedStar OS 3.5 on a PC proved largely unsuccessful. Despite improvements over the base 2011 version, the modified OS still suffered from installation issues, graphical glitches, and an inability to run modern applications or games, highlighting the significant gap between the OS and contemporary computing standards.
Embracer Group cuts itself into pieces, this is its last resort: Bifurcation, new listing—licensing out Kain and…Embracer Group is splitting into two separate companies to improve focus and value creation. One entity, Fellowship Entertainment, will house studios like 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics, managing IPs such as Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The remaining Embracer will include THQ Nordic and other studios, with properties like Biomutant and Wreckfest. CEO Lars Wingefors indicated a more active exploration of external partnerships for IPs like Saints Row and Legacy of Kain.
Embracer is splitting in half again, sending Fellowship Entertainment on its merry wayEmbracer Group is splitting into two segments, creating a new company called Fellowship Entertainment to house major IPs like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, with an IPO planned for 2027. This move aims to better communicate Embracer's diverse operations and unlock the potential of its undervalued assets. The company has undergone previous splits and significant layoffs following financial difficulties.
Embracer to spin off major video game franchises and studiosEmbracer Group is spinning off its major video game franchises and studios into a new publicly listed company called Fellowship Entertainment, set to launch in 2027. This move aims to provide sharper management focus and clearer accountability for its diverse portfolio. Fellowship Entertainment will house key IPs like Darksiders, Dead Island, and Tomb Raider, alongside studios such as 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics.
Embracer Group split again spinning off their biggest IP, along with plans for IP partnershipsEmbracer Group is undergoing another significant restructuring, splitting off Fellowship Entertainment, which will focus on publishing and IP licensing, including major franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider. The remaining Embracer Group will focus on its owned IPs and selective M&A. This move aims for sharper management focus and clearer accountability, with plans for Fellowship Entertainment to list on Nasdaq Stockholm by 2027. The company also plans external IP licensing for titles such as Saints Row and Deus Ex.
Review: Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun (Switch 2) - A Stealthy Gem That's Both Tough & ApproachableThis review celebrates the Nintendo Switch port of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, a real-time tactics game developed by the now-closed Mimimi Games. The game is praised for its challenging yet approachable gameplay, intricate puzzle-like missions, and unique 'shadow' mechanic, all of which are well-translated to the Switch with solid performance in both docked and handheld modes.
MOD: Commandos 2 - Destination Paris v1.46The 'Destination Paris' mod for Commandos 2: Men of Courage has been released, significantly overhauling the game with new missions, increased difficulty, and modified commando abilities. While praised for its extensive content, the mod is noted for its extreme difficulty, making it unsuitable for new players. The mod also includes fan-made missions and content from other Commandos titles, though a widescreen fix is not compatible.- Sumerian Six Console Review – Top tier tacticsSumerian Six is a tactical action stealth game from Artificer Games that evokes the spirit of Mimimi Games' titles. Set in an alternate World War 2, players control the Enigma Squad to infiltrate Nazi bases, utilizing unique character abilities to overcome challenges. Despite some enemy AI shortcomings and difficulty spikes, the game offers deep tactical options and engaging gameplay for its roughly twenty-hour playtime, making it a worthy successor for fans of the genre.