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The MOP Up: Crimson Desert previews upcoming features and improvements
Pearl Abyss has outlined upcoming improvements for Crimson Desert, including boss rematches, optional difficulty settings, new character skills, and UI updates. This preview also touches on other MMO news, such as Hearthstone Battlegrounds Season 13, Sky: Children of Light's "Days of Nature" event, and server merges for Uncharted Waters Origin.
Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Rust 2 isn't in development, Facepunch boss confirms after suspicious Steam page sparks speculation
Facepunch Studios founder Garry Newman has confirmed that a sequel to their survival game Rust is not currently in development, despite a suspicious Steam page for 'Rust 2' appearing and causing speculation. Newman stated he has no knowledge of the listing and reiterated the studio's past criticisms of Unity's business practices, suggesting a future sequel would not use the engine.
'You Saw Nothing' — Facepunch Founder Garry Newman Denies Rust 2 in Development After Steam Listing Raises Eyebrows
Garry Newman, founder of Facepunch Studios, has denied rumors of a Rust sequel being in development. This statement comes after a Steam listing for a game titled 'Rust 2' briefly appeared online, causing speculation among players.
Rust 2? "Nope," Dev Says After Weird Steam Page Goes Up
Facepunch Studios has denied any involvement with a "Rust 2" Steam page that recently appeared, with studio head Garry Newman stating they are not making a sequel. The page has been flagged as suspicious by SteamDB, and another Facepunch developer confirmed it is fake. Newman previously commented on a potential "Rust 2" not using the Unity engine, and the studio also recently made headlines regarding the potential purchase of New World.
Rust 2 Steam page appears, Facepunch immediately starts messing with fans about whether it's legit: 'Now you're all questioning yourselves, is this real? Maybe?'
A suspicious Steam page for 'Rust 2' has appeared, sparking speculation and confusion among fans. Facepunch COO Alistair McFarlane has engaged with the community, initially posting cryptic messages and later suggesting the page might be a deliberate test to see how fans react to potential fake announcements.
Rust 2, alleged free-to-play sequel to one of the biggest survival games of all time, appears in odd Steam teaser suspected to be from developer Facepunch: "You saw nothing"
A Steam listing for 'Rust 2', a rumored free-to-play sequel to the popular survival game Rust, has appeared online, sparking speculation that developer Facepunch Studios is behind the tease. While the listing is unconfirmed and could be a troll campaign, fans are excited by the possibility of a new installment in the franchise.
How to craft and use the Water Wheel in Rust
The Spring Clean update for Rust introduces the Water Wheel, a new deployable item that generates electricity. Players can craft the Water Wheel at a level 1 Workbench using Wood, Sheet Metal, and Gears after finding its blueprint. Once placed in a water body, it generates power that can be channeled and stored in batteries for use with various electronic devices.
Rust's Spring Clean update nerfs the shield meta and boosts early game energy
Facepunch Studios has released the 'Spring Clean' update for Rust, which includes a new Water Wheel for early game power generation and nerfs to the dominant shield meta by reducing hitbox sizes. The update also introduces improvements to tech-tree unlocks, a new radial menu for toggling light sources, and changes to fishing mechanics to prevent AFK farming.
Evening Patches
Official patches have been released for Rust and SCP: Fragmented Minds. The SPRING CLEAN patch is now available for Rust, while SCP: Fragmented Minds Chapter 02 has launched in Early Access.
Rust is getting hydro power through water wheels that can also be powered by humans: 'Before you ask, yes, you can…
Facepunch Studios has added water wheels to the survival game Rust, allowing players to generate power from rivers and oceans, similar to previous wind and solar additions. The latest Spring Clean update also includes seasonal Easter content and potential discussions about a Rust movie.
Former Overwatch lead Jeff Kaplan has "over 5,000 hours" in Rust and calls it "the pinnacle of PvP games," but his own survival game takes cues from World of Warcraft
Former Overwatch lead Jeff Kaplan expressed his deep admiration for Rust, calling it the "pinnacle of PvP games" after accumulating over 5,000 hours of playtime. While his new survival game, The Legend of California, draws inspiration from the genre, it will focus more on base-building and open-world multiplayer elements reminiscent of World of Warcraft, rather than Rust's intense PvP.
Facepunch signed a license with Valve to allow standalone releases from s&box
Facepunch Studios has signed a new licensing agreement with Valve that allows users of its Source 2-based game, s&box, to export and release their creations as standalone games on Steam royalty-free. This development, a spiritual successor to Garry's Mod, aims to foster a diverse ecosystem of player-made and independent titles. The company is also working on its own licensing framework for developers and plans to pilot the feature with select individuals.
Former Overwatch lead Jeff Kaplan says he wants to put "Rust-like mechanics" in his new survival game "someday," but for now base-building is more like "Valheim and Subnautica"
Jeff Kaplan, former lead of Overwatch, is developing a Wild West survival game called The Legend of California with his studio Kintsugiyama. While he intends to add Rust-like PvP mechanics to optional servers in the future, the current base-building system is more akin to Valheim and Subnautica, focusing on utility and aesthetics rather than defense.
How useful is AI for coding?
This article explores the utility of AI in game development coding, presenting both the advantages and disadvantages cited by industry professionals. While some developers find AI tools transformative for tasks like code navigation, summarization, and rapid prototyping, others express concerns about accuracy, understanding, and the potential for increased technical debt. The consensus suggests AI is a powerful supporting tool rather than a replacement for human programmers.
Jeff Kaplan's new game, The Legend of California, may have big Rust energy, but don't think it's a cowboy-filled clone
Jeff Kaplan's upcoming game, The Legend of California, draws inspiration from Rust but is not a direct clone. Kaplan has emphasized the distinctions between the two titles, suggesting a unique gameplay experience despite shared influences.
Garry's Mod Creator Compares Overusing AI In Coding To Watching Too Much Porn
Garry Newman, creator of Garry's Mod and founder of Facepunch Studios, shared his views on the use of artificial intelligence in game development, comparing overreliance on AI in coding to excessive porn consumption. He believes a 50/50 balance between AI tools and human creativity is crucial for developers to maintain critical thinking skills. Newman also touched upon the potential for a Rust film adaptation and the upcoming launch of Facepunch's new game-creation platform, s&box.
Ex-Overwatch director reveals a multiplayer lovechild of Read Dead and Rust, which I hope boasts nude shootouts
The Legend of California is a multiplayer survival shooter from Kintsugiyama, led by former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan, that blends elements of Red Dead Online and Rust. Set in a gold rush-era California, players can engage in shootouts, build bases, or survive in the wilderness. The game is slated for early access release this year on PC via Steam, with the developer hoping to include optional nudity for a more Darwinian survival experience.
Project Helix dev kits not going out until 2027 | TAG
Microsoft's next-gen console, Project Helix, will not have developer kits available until 2027, featuring a custom AMD chip with advanced ray tracing and upscaling. Separately, Pokémon Pokopia launched strongly on the Nintendo Switch 2, selling 2.2 million copies in three days, while Xbox is teasing "new ways to play" classic games for its 25th anniversary, emphasizing game preservation.
Garry's Mod creator expected to only "make about $30,000" on the sandbox game – but some 25 million copies later, it's one of Steam's most iconic smash hits
Garry Newman, creator of the sandbox game Garry's Mod, initially expected to make only around $30,000 from the title. However, the game has since sold approximately 25 million copies, becoming a significant hit. Newman also mentioned that the success of Garry's Mod and Rust is due to the team enjoying their work and the products they create.
