Dishonored
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"It felt like we had needed couples therapy": Dishonored devs Arkane making Thief or Blade Runner games sounds ace, but might have sparked a creative director scrapArkane Studios co-directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith discussed the development of Dishonored, which combined their initial concepts for Thief 4 and a Blade Runner game. The directors revealed that the process of deciding which project to pursue led to creative friction, likening the experience to needing couples therapy. Ultimately, Bethesda Softworks merged their ideas to create Dishonored.- Memorial Day Postmortems/RetrospectivesThis article reflects on past game development decisions, specifically Arkane's unfulfilled potential for Thief 4 before Dishonored. It also touches on the personal experience of struggling to complete The Witcher 3, suggesting readers avoid similar pitfalls.
Before Dishonored, Arkane was tapped to make Thief 4, and my heart weeps for what might have been: 'We had an…Arkane Studios co-directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith revealed that Bethesda initially approached the studio to develop Thief 4 or a Blade Runner game before Dishonored. While both directors were passionate about the franchises, neither project materialized, leading Arkane to develop Dishonored instead. The studio was later acquired by ZeniMax Media.
Dishonored dev Arkane Studios nearly made Thief 4 and a Blade Runner gameFormer Arkane Studios co-directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith revealed that the studio was nearly tasked with developing Thief 4 or a Blade Runner game before creating Dishonored. Bethesda had approached Arkane with the propositions, and the developers expressed strong interest in both franchises. Ultimately, Bethesda allowed Arkane to proceed with their original project, which became Dishonored.
Dishonored co-creators were working on Thief 4 and a Bladerunner game before Bethesda let them make an imsim classicDishonored co-creators Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith revealed that Arkane Studios was initially slated to develop Thief 4 and a new Blade Runner game before Bethesda greenlit their original immersive sim. Both Colantonio and Smith expressed strong interest in these projects, which ultimately fell through, leading to the development of Dishonored.
Arkane's Dishonored always felt like a secret Thief sequel, and that's because it started life as oneDishonored originally began development as Thief 4 before publisher Bethesda offered Arkane the choice between that franchise or Blade Runner. Directors Raphaël Colantonio and Harvey Smith discuss the project's evolution into Dishonored and their experiences co-directing the game.
This game about being a chaotic mage might be the best indie immersive sim you can play, as I learned after destroying a…Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Souls is an indie immersive sim that blends Zelda-like exploration with a deep spellcasting system. Players can combine up to five spells to solve puzzles and interact with a highly systemic world, leading to emergent and often chaotic gameplay. The game encourages experimentation, with mistakes often resulting in humorous slapstick moments rather than harsh penalties.
"A range of new chairs to suit different needs" - LiberNovo is expanding its chair family by introducing an "entry level" non-electric model, and somehow, a "Pro" versionLiberNovo is expanding its popular Omni chair lineup with three new models: the entry-level Omni SE, the premium Omni Pro with new fabric options, and the larger Omni Maxis Series designed for big and tall users. The Maxis Series further breaks down into electric, manual, and airflow variants. While pre-orders are open with a refundable deposit, pricing for the new chairs has not yet been released.
Microsoft fires head of Israeli subsidiary and other managers over surveillance of PalestiniansMicrosoft has dismissed the general manager of its Israeli subsidiary, Alon Haimovich, and other managers following an internal investigation. This action is a consequence of a report detailing Israel's use of Microsoft Azure cloud services for surveillance in the occupied West Bank, raising concerns about legal liability in Europe and human rights issues.
You don't need more RAM; a YouTube bug is just making it seem like you do by eating up 7GB or more of your…A bug within YouTube is causing significant RAM usage, with some tabs consuming 7GB or more, leading to performance issues and stutters on gaming PCs. This issue affects multiple browsers and is not an indication of insufficient hardware. While Google and YouTube have not officially confirmed the bug, reports suggest it is a widespread problem impacting users who keep YouTube tabs open in the background while gaming or streaming.
Thief, Dishonored and Philip Marlowe combine in Noirmancer, a stealth sim that lets you wipe minds with a snap of your fingersNoirmancer is a first-person stealth simulation game inspired by Thief and Dishonored, set in a 1950s noir world. Players control a sleuth with supernatural abilities like midair swimming, vapor transformation, and memory wiping. An alpha demo is available on Itch.io, with a full Steam release planned.- Dishonored Fans Are Hopeful for a Third Game After Social Media ResurgenceFans are expressing renewed hope for a third installment in the Dishonored series following recent activity on social media. This resurgence in discussion has sparked speculation about a potential continuation of the stealth-action franchise.
Warren Spector's newly solo-friendly stealth game Thick as Thieves will launch as a four-hour "introductory campaign" that only costs a fiverOtherside Entertainment's stealth game Thick as Thieves will launch on May 20th as a four-hour introductory campaign for $4.99, featuring 16 missions across two maps. Originally envisioned with PvPvE elements, the game has shifted to a single-player and co-op focus, with plans for future content expansions.
How to Sign Up for PC Game Pass in the Philippines (2026) — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesThis guide explains how to sign up for PC Game Pass in the Philippines, detailing the process of creating a Microsoft account, setting your region to the Philippines, and subscribing through the Xbox app. New users can get a 14-day trial for PHP 59, with the monthly price reduced to PHP 225 in April 2026. The service offers access to a vast library of games, including titles from Bethesda and EA.- Kelsi Davies Interview – Psychic/Clairvoyant Talks Haunt Escape, Disneyland & MoreContent creator and clairvoyant Kelsi Davies discusses her spiritual journey, paranormal investigations, and her involvement with the game Haunt Escape developed by Hibby Games. Davies shares insights from her experiences at haunted locations like the Whaley House and Bracken Fern Manor, her thoughts on the supernatural at Disneyland, and her passion for gaming, citing titles like Resident Evil and Dishonored as inspirations.
Last year's best climbing game was also a horror game, and it gets a big anniversary update todayThe early access horror-climbing game White Knuckle by Dark Machine Games is receiving a significant anniversary update today, one year after its initial release. The update introduces customizable runs with trinkets and bindings, a revamped metaprogression system, a new map, and a competitive mode.- “Whoa, that looks cool!” or… upcoming indie games you may not have heard of – GTOGG’s picks – GTOGGThis article highlights several promising upcoming indie games that may have flown under the radar. Featured titles include Project Shadowglass, a love letter to immersive sims; Silver Pines, a survival horror metroidvania; and HABROMANIA, a quirky point & click adventure with a dark secret. Other notable mentions are Am I Nima, a psychological horror game with a unique premise, and The Bagman, a retro-style stealth horror adventure inspired by Clock Tower.
Crimson Desert does what other games do backwards and that's why it's a beautiful freak of nature, says imsim…Dinga Bakaba, studio director at Arkane Lyon, praises Crimson Desert for its unique approach to game design, noting that it functions opposite to most games by introducing new mechanics and systems gradually. He highlights how the game maintains player engagement through friction and depth, rather than rapid consumption, a quality he finds appealing for immersive sim enthusiasts.
You don't have to choose between a controller and a keyboard; there's a secret third option, and I may not…This article discusses the Azeron Cyborg II, a hybrid gaming peripheral that combines a controller's thumbstick with a keypad's functionality, offering a unique solution for PC gamers who struggle with traditional mouse and keyboard controls. The author highlights its ergonomic design, customizability, and how it bridges the gap between controller and keyboard input for an improved PC gaming experience.
Fill the gaps in your Bethesda collection with Oblivion, Fallout, Doom, and other classics from just $3 eachFanatical is offering a "Build Your Own Bethesda Bundle" where players can purchase classic games like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, Fallout 3, Doom, and others for around $3 each. The bundle also includes titles such as The Evil Within, Dishonored, and Wolfenstein, and is available until May 5th.