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We Loved Oblivion Remastered, But One Year Later, It Still Has Big Problems
One year after its release, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, despite initial praise for its overhauled visuals and gameplay fixes, continues to suffer from significant bugs and performance issues. Post-launch support from Virtuos was minimal, with only two updates addressing crashes before the studio seemingly abandoned the game, leaving players dissatisfied and questioning Microsoft and Bethesda's commitment to supporting their remasters.
Fallout 4 and Stardew Valley lead new Xbox Game Pass "starter edition" tier for Discord Nitro subscribers
Xbox Game Pass is now available in a limited capacity for Discord Nitro subscribers, featuring games like Fallout 4 and Stardew Valley. This partnership aims to make Game Pass more flexible and accessible, following recent price adjustments and statements from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma about the service being too expensive.
Xbox Game Pass "starter edition" now officially bundled with Discord Nitro memberships, with more benefits coming soon
Xbox Game Pass has officially partnered with Discord Nitro, offering a starter edition of the subscription service to eligible Nitro members. This collaboration also includes deeper integration within Discord, allowing users to easily access and try Game Pass titles. Separately, a debate is ongoing in California regarding consumer protection law AB 1921, which aims to ensure offline access or refunds for games when online services cease, with the ESA opposing it and consumer groups like Stop Killing Games supporting it.
Discord’s paid Nitro subscription now includes Xbox Game Pass, discounts on gaming hardware
Discord's paid Nitro subscription is expanding its value with the new Nitro Rewards program, which includes an Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition. This partnership offers subscribers over 50 games, cloud gaming hours, and rewards, alongside discounts on gaming hardware from brands like Logitech and Steel Series. Discord aims to make Nitro the essential membership for gamers, with plans to add more partners and perks in the future.
Xbox and Discord Team Up For Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition and Perks
Microsoft and Discord have announced a new partnership that will integrate their subscription services. Discord's premium Nitro subscription will now include a starter edition of Xbox Game Pass with over 50 PC and console games, 10 hours of cloud gaming, and periodically added titles. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also receive benefits for Discord Nitro, including monthly Orbs and discounts on the Discord shop.
Xbox Game Pass Price, Day-One Games, And Tiers In 2026 Explained
Microsoft is implementing significant changes to its Xbox Game Pass service in 2026, including a price decrease for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $23 per month and the removal of day-one Call of Duty releases. New tiers like the Starter Edition, available through Discord Nitro and Meta Horizon+, offer access to a curated library of games and limited cloud streaming. While Essential and Premium tiers offer different levels of access to game libraries and online multiplayer, Ultimate remains the most comprehensive option, including cloud streaming and access to EA Play and Ubisoft+ Classics.
Marathon risks watering down its best feature if it keeps listening to FPS fans
This article discusses how Bungie's new extraction shooter, Marathon, risks losing its unique identity by catering too much to player demands for simpler menu navigation and clearer icons. The author argues that the game's commitment to diegetic storytelling and frictional design, inspired by Soulslike titles, is its strongest selling point and should not be watered down.
Game Pass Starter Edition Announced, Here's What It's All About
Microsoft and Discord have partnered to launch Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition, available to Discord Nitro members. This new tier offers access to over 50 PC games and 10 hours of cloud gaming per month, with existing Discord Nitro benefits remaining unchanged.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 10, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia holds on strong, Mixtape debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 10, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Newcomer Mixtape debuted in the top three download-only games. The charts list the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles available on the platform.
Evening Patches
This article provides an update on recent game patches and unofficial modifications. It mentions official patches for Battlefield 6 and Slay the Spire, alongside a new mod that allows players to experience Morrowind within Fallout 4.
Immediately after putting The Elder Scrolls in Fallout 4, hero modder gets Fallout 1 working on the Pip-Boy too: 'This was so heavily requested, I couldn't pass it up'
Modder RPGKing117 has successfully integrated Fallout 1 into Fallout 4, allowing it to be played on the in-game Pip-Boy terminals. This follows their previous mod that brought Skyrim's quest markers to Morrowind and Morrowind itself into Fallout 4. The Fallout 1 mod is not yet publicly released but is expected on the modder's GitHub and Nexus pages.
Fallout 1 and The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind now run on Fallout 4's Pip-Boy and computer terminals, thanks to a modder
A modder has successfully integrated the original Fallout and The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind into Fallout 4, allowing them to be played on the latter's Pip-Boy and computer terminals. The Morrowind mod, utilizing a custom build of OpenMW, is currently available on GitHub, with the Fallout version still in development. This achievement showcases the potential for running older games within modern titles through extensive modding.
One guy broke 2 different Fallout 4 speedrun world records 9 times in 2 months
Speedrunner pekkanen has set nine world records in Fallout 4's Any% and Any% (No Intro) categories over the past two months. These records were achieved through repeated optimization, with pekkanen consistently lowering his own best times. The article highlights the entertaining nature of these speedruns, particularly the Any% (No Intro) category which bypasses the game's lengthy introduction.
One mad modder got the entirety of The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind running on Fallout 4's in-game Pip-Boy
Modder RPGKing117 has created a mod for Fallout 4 that allows players to run The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind within the game's Pip-Boy interface and computer terminals. The mod utilizes a hidden window of OpenMW that streams its framebuffer into Fallout 4's display in real-time, requiring both games and the Fallout 4 Script Extender to function.
Lifelong Bethesda Fan Finally Answers: Does Starfield Actually Suck?
After 85 hours, the author concludes that Starfield is a flawed but compelling experience, evolving Bethesda's open-world design while retaining its signature immersion. Despite technical issues and repetitive procedural generation, the game's faction quest lines are praised as some of Bethesda's best, offering genuine choice and consequence.
Morning Patches
A new patch, Xeno Arena 6.36, has been released for No Man's Sky. Additionally, the Fallout 1 Remake for Fallout 4 has received an update adding new locations, quests, characters, and weapons.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 3, 2026 – Mario Kart World makes a run at Pokemon Pokopia
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 3, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot, followed closely by Mario Kart World. Newcomer Inkonbini debuted just outside the top ten. The charts also list various other popular titles, including several editions and upgrade packs for existing games.
Here's the top Steam Deck games for April 2026
The top games on Steam Deck for April 2026 include Slay the Spire 2 and Vampire Crawlers, alongside other popular titles like Stardew Valley and Baldur's Gate 3. Several newly released games also made the list, such as RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike and PRAGMATA. The article also notes that the Steam Deck continues to be frequently out of stock.
10 Best third-person RPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the top 10 third-person RPGs available in 2026, highlighting games that excel in gameplay, story, and overall experience. The list includes titles like Fable Anniversary, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Fallout 4, and the newly released Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, offering a diverse range of RPG experiences.
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LyncConf is highlighted as a leading platform for discovering, downloading, and managing game modifications, emphasizing its role in providing safe and curated user-created content. The article details the evolution of game mods, the benefits gamers derive from using platforms like LyncConf for visual and gameplay enhancements, and provides installation guides and essential tools for modding. It also discusses LyncConf's community features and upcoming updates aimed at improving accessibility and reliability in the modding ecosystem.
