Return of the Obra Dinn
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Papers, Please Creator Says AI Makes Him Nervous to Announce New Projects
Lucas Pope, the creator of Papers, Please and Return of the Obra Dinn, expressed concerns about announcing new projects due to the rise of generative AI potentially stealing ideas. He feels uncomfortable discussing upcoming games because concepts might be copied or absorbed by AI. Pope also cited personal satisfaction with his previous works as a reason for hesitation, contemplating ending on a high note.
Going Platinum: Return of the Obra Dinn on PS4, One of the Best Games with One of the Worst Trophies
This article discusses the platinum Trophy for the game Return of the Obra Dinn, calling it one of the best games with one of the worst trophies. The author explains the game's premise as an insurance investigator solving mysteries aboard a ship and details the specific, counter-intuitive requirement for the 'Captain Did It' Trophy, which necessitates blaming the captain for every death to achieve the platinum.
ShaggyBearGames Is Working on a Night in the Woods-Like Game Called Lost and Found
ShaggyBearGames, a solo developer from the Philippines, is working on an adventure-mystery game called Lost and Found. Inspired by titles like Night in the Woods, the game is set in the rural town of Luisiana and focuses on Rico, a laid-off artist who takes a job at a local Lost and Found office. The game features a unique hybrid animation style and explores themes of everyday life and connections.
Narrative deduction hit TR-49 coming to Nintendo Switch on April 7 -- preorders start today; review copies available this week
The narrative deduction game TR-49 is launching on Nintendo Switch on April 7 for $6.99 USD, with preorders available now. Developed by inkle, the game previously saw viral success on Steam and iOS. Review copies for the Nintendo Switch version will be distributed this week.
Blue Prince Review: Is This Rewarding Architectural Puzzler Worth the Obsession?
Blue Prince is a unique puzzle game that blends architectural drafting mechanics with roguelike elements, challenging players to navigate the shifting Mt. Holly Estate to find a hidden 46th room. The game demands meticulous note-taking and strategic planning, offering a rewarding but often grueling experience that simulates obsession. Available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, it features a deep narrative told through environmental storytelling and has received patches to address early bugs.
