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"Our industry is rotting" and AI "pushed things over the edge," so the creator of DayZ wants to change how games are made with some of the smartest devs in the industry
DayZ creator Dean Hall believes the game industry is fundamentally flawed and that AI development has exacerbated these issues. To combat this, Hall and his studio RocketWerkz have released "Brutal," an open-source C# framework intended to offer an alternative to mainstream engines like Unity and Unreal Engine, empowering developers with more control and independence.
DayZ creator Dean Hall releases open-source game development framework Brutal
Industry veteran Dean Hall, known for DayZ, has launched Brutal, a free, open-source C# game development framework developed by his companies Ahwoo and RocketWerkz. Hall criticizes major engines like Unity and Unreal for failing to be accountable to developers and potentially exploiting them through restrictive licensing as agentic workflows emerge. Brutal aims to offer developers more control and options, with several projects already utilizing it.
Achievement hunters: Can you identify the games these milestones are from?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify video games based on their achievement descriptions. It includes 17 questions covering a variety of titles and encourages players to share their favorite or most dreaded achievements.
14 years on, the creator of DayZ is still searching for a solution to survival gaming's biggest problem: 'I think I am going to die without having solved it'
Dean Hall, the creator of the influential survival game DayZ, reflects on the genre's persistent problem of endgame boredom. Despite the success of DayZ and his studio RocketWerkz, Hall admits he may never find a solution to this challenge, which he believes requires more than just brute-forcing content. His studio has faced financial struggles with games like Stationeers and Icarus, but is now focusing on community-driven models and a new DayZ/ArmA-style project.
One of Kerbal Space Program's biggest inspirations was a promotional Flash game for Top Gear: 'That was the most similar game to KSP that I could find back then'
Felipe Falanghe, the creator of Kerbal Space Program, discusses his gaming history and inspirations, including Flight Simulator 4 and a promotional Flash game for Top Gear. He shares his current playtime with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and BattleBit, and his enduring love for Flight Simulator and Fragile Allegiance. Falanghe also touches on his journey into game development and the initial unambitious scope of Kerbal Space Program.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 17: Epic Games Summer Sale
The Epic Games Store is hosting its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem. Other storefronts like Steam, Humble Store, and Ubisoft are also offering various deals on PC games, including new releases and popular titles. Additionally, Amazon Luna is providing free games for subscribers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 10: Palworld exits Steam Early Access
Palworld has officially launched version 1.0 out of Early Access on Steam, accompanied by a launch discount. This article highlights various PC game deals available this weekend across multiple digital storefronts, including Steam, Epic Games Store, Amazon Luna, Fanatical, Gamebillet, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, Green Man Gaming, Humble Bundle, and 2K Publisher Sale.
Save Up To 95% Off Thousands Of Games In The GOG Summer Sale
GOG has launched its Summer Sale, featuring discounts of up to 95% on over 8,000 games until July 9. Notable deals include Fallout 4 Game of the Year Edition for $16, Control Ultimate Edition for $6, and the Yakuza Complete Collection for $44.79. The sale also offers significant price reductions on popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, and various indie games.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Alien Disclosure: The U.S releasing the UAP files ties into gaming tropes rather nicely
The recent declassification of UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) files by the U.S. Department of War, FBI, and NASA has sparked discussions about their connection to gaming tropes. While no definitive proof of alien life was revealed, the release of reports from military personnel and astronauts, including transcripts from Apollo missions and sightings near military bases, highlights a growing seriousness in addressing these events. This influx of real-world mystery provides a rich source of inspiration for science fiction games exploring themes of space exploration, alien encounters, and humanity's place in the cosmos, as seen in titles like The Outer Wilds, Aphelion, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Exodus, and Kerbal Space Program.
There's no memory crisis in space, as astronauts on the ISS are getting new laptops with 128 GB of RAM and a…
Astronauts on the International Space Station are set to receive new HP ZBook G9 Fury laptops equipped with Intel Core Ultra 9 processors, Nvidia RTX Pro Blackwell mobile GPUs, and 128 GB of DDR5 ECC RAM. These custom machines have undergone extensive testing, including radiation bombardment, to ensure reliability in the space environment. The new laptops are expected to come online soon.
Kerbal Space Program Sees Player Surge Thanks to Artemis II Mission
Kerbal Space Program has seen a significant increase in players, driven by renewed public interest in space exploration, particularly NASA's Artemis II mission. This surge highlights the enduring appeal of the 11-year-old space simulator, even as its successor, Kerbal Space Program 2, faces challenges. The game's educational value and realistic physics continue to attract new players inspired by real-world space achievements.
Artemis II hype sees Kerbal Space Program beat all-time Steam player record 11 years after launch
Kerbal Space Program has achieved a new all-time Steam player record with over 20,875 concurrent players, driven by renewed interest in space exploration following NASA's Artemis II mission. A timely discount on PC also contributed to the surge in players for the original spaceflight simulator, while its sequel, Kerbal Space Program 2, continues to struggle with low player counts and negative reviews.
DayZ creator Dean 'Rocket' Hall has over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and played the original XCOM at Mount Everest base camp: 'I think when I die, I will still be playing that game'
DayZ creator Dean Hall discusses his extensive gaming habits, revealing over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and a lifelong love for XCOM, which he played at Mount Everest base camp. Hall, founder of RocketWerkz, also shares his current passion for RimWorld and Ostranauts, and his belief that XCOM is a game he will play until he dies.
An astronaut rolled a D20 in space, so yes, you can play D&D in zero gravity
Astronaut Rabea Rogge demonstrated that playing Dungeons & Dragons is possible in zero gravity during a SpaceX mission. While rolling dice requires a specific technique, Rogge confirmed that roleplaying in space is feasible. The article also briefly mentions the increased player count for Kerbal Space Program following NASA's Artemis 2 mission.
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Kerbal Space Program has achieved its highest concurrent player count on Steam in over a decade, indicating a significant resurgence in popularity. Separately, the game Stay: Your Forever Pet! announced it has reached 5,000 wishlists.
Kerbal Space Program rockets to its highest concurrent player count on Steam in more than 10 years
Kerbal Space Program has reached its highest concurrent player count on Steam in over a decade, coinciding with renewed public interest in NASA's Artemis 2 mission. The space simulation game, originally released in 2015, has seen a significant surge in players, with many citing the Artemis mission as their reason for returning or trying the game. Kerbal Space Program 2 also experienced a smaller increase in player numbers.
Artemis II launch sends legendary astronaut sim Kerbal Space Program rocketing to its biggest Steam player peak in 10…
Kerbal Space Program experienced its largest peak player count on Steam since its 2015 launch, reaching 11,890 concurrent players. This surge in popularity is attributed to renewed public interest in space exploration, spurred by events like the Artemis II launch.
