Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
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Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 11: Blizzcon 2026
This weekend's PC gaming deals include sales on World of Warcraft and Diablo 4, free titles like Astral Ascent and Luftrausers, and discounts on various new releases across multiple storefronts. The Steam Programming Fest is also ongoing, featuring computer-themed titles.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 4: Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest, the Epic Games Store's End of Summer Sale with discounts on various titles, and bundles from Humble Bundle. Notable deals include free games on Amazon Luna and significant discounts on popular titles across multiple storefronts.
Pentiment director emphasizes the importance of RPG players not controlling everything
Pentiment director Josh Sawyer believes role-playing games are at their best when players have significant agency but cannot control every aspect of the world. He argues that limitations on player control can lead to more meaningful choices and a deeper connection to the game's narrative, citing examples from Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire and Pentiment itself.
Reported lead of Obsidian's new Fallout game wants you to feel a "sense of agony" when playing an RPG, rather than being an all-powerful god-splatterer
Josh Sawyer, reportedly leading Obsidian's new Fallout game, aims to create RPG experiences that evoke a "sense of agony" through difficult choices, contrasting with Bethesda's philosophy of player freedom. This difference in design approach, exemplified by Fallout: New Vegas and Bethesda's mainline titles like Fallout 4 and Skyrim, is expected to set their upcoming Fallout entries apart.
Fallout: New Vegas director says RPGs should be messy and force players to make hard decisions: "No person can fix…
Fallout: New Vegas and Pentiment director Josh Sawyer believes RPGs should present players with difficult, imperfect choices rather than allowing them to fix every problem. He argues that restricting players and forcing them to confront the consequences of their decisions is more engaging and encourages introspection about values. Sawyer cites examples from Pentiment and Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire to illustrate his design philosophy.
I'm not worried about Fallout: New Vegas 2, because Obsidian knows how to make the best out of a bad situation
Despite recent layoffs and a history of challenging publisher relationships, Obsidian Entertainment is well-positioned to create a successful Fallout: New Vegas sequel. The studio has a proven track record of delivering excellent RPGs, even under difficult circumstances, and has demonstrated its ability to capture the essence of Fallout with games like The Outer Worlds. The author expresses confidence that Obsidian's talent and experience will allow them to overcome current instability and deliver another acclaimed title.
RPG players are conditioned to think they're 'built different', says Josh Sawyer, so some of them hate it when games like Pillars of Eternity tell them they can't do something
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire director Josh Sawyer discussed player expectations in RPGs, noting that some players dislike the game's ending where the protagonist cannot stop the god Eothas. Sawyer explained that this narrative choice was intentional to explore the limitations of power and challenge the common RPG trope of the protagonist being able to overcome any obstacle.
The 12 best pirate video games and how to play them right now
This article lists and discusses the 12 best pirate-themed video games available to play. It covers a range of titles from classic adventure games like The Secret of Monkey Island to modern titles such as Sea of Thieves and Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, detailing their availability on various platforms and their unique pirate elements.
Xbox Kills Obsidian’s Avowed Sequel In The Wake Of Layoffs – Report
Xbox has reportedly cancelled the sequel to Obsidian Entertainment's action-RPG Avowed and laid off approximately a quarter of the studio's staff. The cancellation is part of a larger strategic reset by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, with Obsidian now focusing on the Fallout franchise. While the Avowed sequel was progressing well, it did not align with Xbox's current strategy, though a small chance of its revival remains.
Even Obsidian couldn't escape the Xbox cuts, with losses ranging from a 21-year veteran artist to an engineer…
Obsidian Entertainment has experienced layoffs, affecting employees including a 21-year veteran artist and a recent engineer. This marks the first time the studio has been impacted by the recent waves of job cuts at Microsoft's Xbox division. The exact number of affected employees is between nine and 49, falling below the threshold that would trigger a WARN Act notice.
With Windrose making waves and the Black Flag remake on the horizon, methinks it's a fine time for a pirate quiz,…
This article presents a quiz focused on pirate-themed video games, highlighting titles like Windrose and the upcoming Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag remake. It questions players on their knowledge of various pirate games, including The Secret of Monkey Island, Sid Meier's Pirates!, and Sea of Thieves, while also touching upon the genre's current popularity.
Pillars of Eternity launches a new feature that makes it worth another nostalgic yet fresh playthrough
Obsidian Entertainment has released a new turn-based combat mode for the decade-old CRPG Pillars of Eternity. This update, available to all players, allows for a more strategic and tactical approach to gameplay, differing from the original real-time combat. The mode introduces unique mechanics and UI alterations without affecting existing save files, offering a fresh experience for both new and returning players.
Pillars of Eternity's turn-based mode is finally out in full, and Obsidian have also kindly turned off the invisible treadmills
Obsidian Entertainment has officially released the full turn-based mode for Pillars of Eternity, which had been in beta testing since November. This update also includes various general combat tweaks, interface improvements, and fixes for issues such as characters getting stuck in running animations during cutscenes. The developer noted that while major bugs have been addressed, they will continue to release patches for the new mode.
11 years later, Obsidian's Pillars of Eternity gets a turn-based combat mode to make it a little bit more like Baldur's Gate 3
Obsidian Entertainment has released a turn-based combat mode for its 2014 RPG, Pillars of Eternity, on PC, over 11 years after its initial launch. This update, which was in testing for months, allows players to select the mode when starting the game or switch to it later, with character speed influencing turn order. The patch also includes various fixes, Korean localization, and follows a similar update for Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire in 2019.
11 years after launch, Pillars of Eternity's new turn-based mode feels like the way it's meant to be played
Obsidian Entertainment has released a major update for Pillars of Eternity, adding a full turn-based combat mode alongside its original real-time with pause mechanics. This new mode, previously in beta, offers a more deliberate approach to combat, making each decision impactful and potentially providing a gentler introduction for new players or a fresh experience for veterans. The update also improves upon the turn-based system introduced in Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
These are my 20 RPG freak pick must-plays for $10 or less in the Steam Spring Sale
This guide highlights over 20 role-playing games available for $10 or less during the Steam Spring Sale, focusing on less obvious but highly recommended titles. It includes games like Arx Fatalis, Deus Ex: Invisible War, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, detailing their developers, release years, and unique selling points.
