Elden Ring
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Serious Sam: Shatterverse will hit Xbox platforms this year
Serious Sam: Shatterverse is a new co-op roguelite entry in the FPS franchise, developed by Behavior Interactive. Up to five players will team up to face waves of enemies, with upgrade options available each run. The game is set to release on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud sometime this year.
"If we focus too much on casual players, that would take away the bite": Nioh 3 may be an easier Soulslike, but Team Ninja considers "really good" players when testing
Team Ninja producers Kohei Shibata and Fumihiko Yasuda discuss the difficulty of Nioh 3, explaining that while they aim for a challenging experience, they also consider players who are not experts in action games. They reference Elden Ring as an example of a Soulslike that achieved broad appeal without compromising its core design, emphasizing that focusing too much on casual players could diminish the signature bite of Team Ninja's action titles.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Turns Into Elden Ring in New Mod, Featuring Uncle as Final Boss
A new mod for Red Dead Redemption 2 transforms the game into an Elden Ring-like experience, complete with spells and boss fights. The mod notably features the character Uncle as the final boss.
Bloodborne Turns 11: FromSoftware’s Gothic Masterpiece Still Dominates
FromSoftware's gothic action RPG Bloodborne, released eleven years ago on PlayStation 4, is celebrated for its tight combat, oppressive atmosphere, and challenging boss design. Despite the lack of a sequel or remaster, the game's influence is evident in modern titles, and fans continue to hope for its return.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Turns Into Elden Ring in New Mod, Featuring Uncle as Final Boss
A new mod transforms Red Dead Redemption 2 into Elden Ring, featuring Uncle as the final boss. The article also touches on Elden Ring's performance adjustments for the Nintendo Switch 2, noting improvements after initial technical issues were observed.
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Daily video game deals for March 26th feature discounts on titles such as Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, Monster Hunter Wilds, Elden Ring, and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Lies of P Sparks the Ultimate Gaming Dilemma: When Beautiful Games Have Scary Mechanics
The game Lies of P is sparking a debate about the accessibility of soulslike games, highlighting the conflict between beautiful visuals and challenging mechanics. While some players are intimidated by the genre's difficulty, others argue that the challenge is integral to the experience. The success of games like Elden Ring suggests a growing mainstream appetite for challenging titles, prompting developers to consider balancing difficulty with broader player engagement.
My go-to PC game controller is getting Spring sale price cuts - and so is its cheaper wired version
The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro and its wired Tournament Edition controller are available at discounted prices during a Spring sale. The article highlights the comfort and mechanical button features of the Pro model, while noting the Tournament Edition offers a more affordable entry point. Despite Razer's reputation for high prices, the author praises the durability and performance of the Wolverine V3 Pro.
Sailor Piece Massive Update Codes
A massive update for the Roblox game Sailor Piece has been released, offering players numerous free rewards through new codes. The guide details these codes, their level requirements, and how to redeem them within the game's settings menu. Players are encouraged to grind levels to access the most lucrative codes.
Elden Ring's brilliant predecessor turns 10, and here's what makes it a classic worth revisiting a decade on
This article celebrates the 10th anniversary of Dark Souls 3, arguing for its classic status and revisiting its strengths. The author praises its refined combat, meticulous world design in Lothric, and memorable boss encounters, considering it a high point for FromSoftware despite the release of Elden Ring.
Post-game depression is a real thing that happens claims new medical study
A new medical study suggests that post-game depression is a real phenomenon, particularly affecting players of role-playing games. Researchers identified four aspects of this condition, including intrusive thoughts and a loss of interest in other media. The study's findings could potentially influence future game design.
Tencent's genAI animation tools don't seem to make games more fun
Tencent's new generative AI animation tools, demonstrated at GDC, aim to create more realistic character movements by dynamically generating in-between frames. While the technology can reduce animation imperfections like clipping and sliding, the article questions whether these improvements fundamentally enhance gameplay fun or are primarily for investor appeal. Concerns are also raised about the ethical implications of training data and fair compensation for performers whose movements are used.
Gamer Turns RDR2 Into Elden Ring With Uncle As Final Boss
A creative player has modded Red Dead Redemption 2 to play like Elden Ring, featuring the character Uncle as the final boss. This ambitious crossover merges the gameplay mechanics of both titles, showcasing the growing ambition and technical capabilities within the game modding community.
Crimson Desert Gets Controversial 6/10 From IGN, Fans React
Pearl Abyss's highly anticipated action-RPG Crimson Desert has received a 6/10 review score from IGN, sparking mixed reactions from players. While not a definitive failure, the score has led to discussions about the game's potential shortcomings in combat, story, or technical aspects. Despite the critical reception, the article suggests that Crimson Desert, like other games such as No Man's Sky and Cyberpunk 2077, could find redemption through post-launch updates and player engagement.
Red Dead Redemption 2 modder creates the perfect open-world game by turning Rockstar's masterwork into Elden Ring
A modder named Blurbs has recreated elements of Elden Ring within Red Dead Redemption 2, featuring characters wielding swords and using spells inspired by FromSoftware's game. The mod includes a recreation of Elden Ring's final boss cutscene, though it is not yet publicly available. Blurbs is known for other popular mods, including one that turns Red Dead Redemption 2 into a Pokémon RPG.
Assassin’s Creed Director: Gaming Industry ‘Redoes Too Much Stuff’
An Assassin's Creed director argues that the gaming industry reuses too many assets, which is essential for efficient development. This practice allows developers to focus more on storytelling, characters, and world-building rather than reinventing basic systems. Embracing smart asset reuse is seen as a move towards sustainability and a way for smaller studios to compete creatively.
Arc Raiders guns totally changed after one "guerilla" dev at Embark said hold my beer, "I think I can do better," and remade the entire reload system "himself"
Embark Studios embraces a 'guerilla dev' approach where individual developers can propose and implement significant changes, as seen with the complete rework of the reload system in Arc Raiders. This philosophy, discussed by production director Caio Braga, has also influenced character designs like the Leaper and weapon concepts such as the Kettle, contributing to the game's long and iterative development.
Crimson Desert Devs Share Details On The Game's Confused Narrative & ″Off-The-Rails″ Development
Players are praising Crimson Desert's exploration but criticizing its disjointed narrative, with some comparing it unfavorably to Elden Ring's story. The development process is also described as having been "off-the-rails."
Crimson Desert Graphics Comparison Highlights PS5 Pro Advantages and Stable Console Performance
A comparison of Crimson Desert's graphics highlights the advantages of the PlayStation 5 Pro and notes stable console performance. While praised for exploration, the game's story is criticized as weak and disjointed, serving primarily as a vehicle for boss fights and travel.
Crimson Desert Apparently Features AI Generated Art, Violates Steam Disclosure Policy
Crimson Desert is reportedly using AI-generated art, which may violate Steam's disclosure policies. The game's exploration is praised, but its story is considered weak and disjointed compared to titles like Elden Ring.
