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Tom Kane, voice actor whose work spanned Star Wars: KOTOR to The Powerpuff Girls' dad, dies aged 64
Prolific voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation, has died at the age of 64. His career included iconic roles such as Jedi Master Vandar Tokare in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Professor Utonium in The Powerpuff Girls. Kane passed away due to complications from a stroke.
Steam killed its 'RPGMaker' user tag yesterday, and impacted devs are unexpectedly happy about it
Valve has removed the 'RPGMaker' user tag from Steam, a move that has surprisingly been met with approval by many developers who used the tool. While some players are upset about losing a way to find games made with RPG Maker, developers believe the tag's broadness often led to low-quality games overshadowing good ones, and its removal may help their titles gain more visibility.
Elder Scrolls 6 is a ways off, but who needs it? The world's most specific game jam is back with 40 playable entries all based off Oblivion's wonderful/awful persuade-o-wheel
A game jam inspired by The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion's persuasion wheel system has resulted in 40 playable entries, with voting currently underway. While The Elder Scrolls VI is still a long way off, this event celebrates a unique and often-criticized mechanic from Oblivion. Many of the jam's entries are playable directly in a web browser.
Linux century marches on as Discord brings updater parity with Windows and easy installs for more distros
Discord has updated its application for Linux, bringing its updater functionality in parity with Windows and simplifying installation for more distributions. This change addresses a long-standing inconvenience for Linux users who previously had to manually install updates. The move is seen as a positive sign for Linux's growing presence on the desktop.
"There was an arrogant assumption that players of shooters didn't want and wouldn't care about a story; we just didn't believe this": Go behind the scenes of Half-Life with legendary Valve designer Marc Laidlaw
Legendary Valve designer Marc Laidlaw discusses the development of Half-Life, revealing early concepts like 'Ivan the Space Biker' and the decision to delay release for a major redesign. He emphasizes Valve's belief that players desired story in shooters, a contrast to the prevailing industry assumption at the time. Laidlaw also touches on the game's technical achievements, innovative AI, and its lasting impact on the first-person shooter genre.
The Alice: Madness Returns dev team 'made history,' American McGee says: It was 'the first team ever to…
American McGee, creator of the Alice franchise, shared details about the development and financing of Alice: Madness Returns. He highlighted the challenges faced with Electronic Arts' marketing team and the game's status as the first AAA game fully developed by a Chinese team and the first to be bond-financed in China. McGee also mentioned that the game was delivered on budget and schedule despite EA's refusal of additional polishing time.
Quake 2 dev felt "breathless" when he saw how Valve was using id Software's engine, and it led to one of my favorite games of the '00s: "26 years later and I can still say 'Wow'"
Former id Software developer American McGee reflects on his time working on Quake 2 and how he felt inspired by Valve's use of the engine for cinematic storytelling. This experience led him to create his acclaimed games, American McGee's Alice and Alice: Madness Returns, which he is now working on a spiritual successor to.
Morning Postmortems/Retrospectives
American McGee, creator of Alice, revealed inspiration from a Valve demo seen during Quake 2 development. The article also notes the 16th anniversary of Square Enix's Nier, highlighting its impact on video game storytelling.
How a Valve Demo Birthed Alice During the Quake 2 Era
American McGee revealed that a Valve tech demo seen during the Quake 2 development era inspired him to create the Alice series. While working at id Software in the mid-to-late 90s, McGee was influenced by early Valve technology, which ultimately led to the creation of the dark fairy tale world of Alice. This story highlights the interconnected nature of game development and how inspiration can spark unique creative directions.
Alice creator American McGee says he was inspired by a Valve demo he saw while working on Quake 2
American McGee revealed that a Valve tech demo he saw while working on id Software's Quake 2 inspired his game Alice. He described the demo as a cinematic scene with characters and multiple cameras, which he believes signaled the end of his tenure at id Software. Following his departure from id, McGee went on to develop Alice and its sequel, Alice: Madness Returns.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
‘Rise Eterna War’, ‘As Per My Last Email’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
The Nintendo Switch sees a slow week for new releases on August 22nd, 2024, with titles like Rise Eterna War and Verne – The Shape of Fantasy among the few notable additions. However, the eShop features a healthy selection of sales, including discounts on popular indie titles such as 1000xRESIST and Citizen Sleeper.
French pirates adrift as major torrent site nuked by hacker who accuses it of hoarding user credit cards and DDoSing rivals: '6.6 million users. Years of lies. An empire built on extortion'
The major French private torrent tracker YggTorrent has been reportedly destroyed by a hacker named Gr0lum, who accused the site's owners of various illicit activities including DDoS attacks and hoarding user credit card information. Despite YggTorrent's claims of disinformation, the hacker's actions have led to the site's apparent demise, though its torrents have been dispersed to other trackers.
Nightdive re-announces the Sin remaster it un-announced 3 years ago
Nightdive Studios has re-announced SiN Reloaded, a remaster of the 1998 first-person shooter SiN, which was previously un-announced three years ago. The game is slated for release sometime in 2026 for PC. Nightdive Studios is known for its skill in remastering classic games while preserving their original aesthetic.
Banquet For Fools is a CRPG like no other and the most interesting thing I've played this year, and between it and Esoteric Ebb, roleplaying fans are eating great right now
Banquet For Fools is a unique CRPG that draws comparisons to Morrowind for its unconventional art style and world-building. The game features party-based combat with real-time elements and a physics-heavy system, offering a challenging and chaotic experience. Developed by Hannah and Joseph Games, it aims to explore themes distinct from traditional fantasy.
Fallout 3 lead Emil Pagliarulo tried to stuff it to the gills with Deus Ex DNA: 'As much immersive sim as was…
Fallout 3 lead designer Emil Pagliarulo aimed to incorporate as many immersive sim elements as possible, drawing heavy inspiration from Deus Ex. He discussed how the team supported diverse playstyles and mechanics like the limb damage system, which was directly influenced by Deus Ex. Pagliarulo noted that this design DNA has spread to studios like Arkane, who also have roots in immersive sim development.
You've never heard of it, but a Russian studio made a fantasy take on original Fallout way back in 2001, and it…
GoldenLand, also known as Heath: The Unchosen Path, is a 2001 Russian CRPG that draws heavy inspiration from Western titles like Fallout and Baldur's Gate. Despite its janky presentation and limited budget, the game successfully blends Russian folklore with classic CRPG mechanics, offering a unique experience that highlights the ambition of early Russian game development.
Wolfenstein 3 casting leak reveals new character from Indiana Jones developer
A casting leak for Wolfenstein 3 suggests a new character named Sofiya will be introduced, potentially as a companion to protagonist William 'B.J.' Blazkowicz. MachineGames is reportedly prioritizing the sequel over a rumored Quake reboot, with performance capture scheduled to begin in April and continue into 2027, indicating a likely 2028 release.
Best graphics card 2026 - top gaming GPUs
This guide helps consumers navigate the complex world of gaming GPUs, recommending specific cards from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel for various budgets and performance needs in 2026. It details the best overall card, best value, and budget options, while also explaining key technologies like ray tracing, DLSS, FSR, and VRAM.
50 Best Nintendo 64 Games Of All Time
This article ranks the 50 best games released for the Nintendo 64, celebrating the console's 30th anniversary. It highlights genre-defining classics and influential titles that showcased the system's capabilities in the early 3D era, from Super Mario 64 to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
