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SGJ Podcast #518 – Remakes – Part 1 of 2
This podcast episode, the first of two parts, features hosts Spaz, Julie, Thorston, Jacob, and Brian discussing video game remakes. They clarify the definition of a remake and share examples of games they have played, with remasters to be covered in the next installment.
Ever since Black Flag Resynced's reveal 3 months ago, I've daydreamed about setting sail and these 6 games are letting me live out my best pirate life
This article highlights six pirate-themed games available now, with Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced serving as a major inspiration. The list includes classics like The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition and Sid Meier's Pirates!, alongside modern titles such as Sea of Thieves, Windrose, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, catering to various platforms and playstyles.
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.
Snabbkollen: Bästa piratspelet genom tiderna?
This article discusses the best pirate game of all time, presenting a poll with several popular titles including Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, Sea of Thieves, and Sid Meier's Pirates!. Players are encouraged to vote and share their preferences in the comments, highlighting different playstyles within survival and pirate-themed games.
Are these the 100 most influential games of all time?
Kitfox Games CEO Tanya Short discusses a list of the 100 most influential video games of all time, compiled by professional game designers. The list, assembled through the Polaris game design retreat, aims to serve as a tool for designers to improve their craft and create influential games.
Gamescom Latam shows Brazil's dev scene has huge potential, but it's waiting for a spark | Opinion
Gamescom Latam in São Paulo highlights Brazil's growing game development scene, which possesses strong industry infrastructure and government support frameworks. However, a significant lack of funding and investment is hindering its potential to reach the next level, with industry figures emphasizing the need for financial incentives and tax breaks to attract further investment and foster growth.
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.
The pirate game renaissance continues as Manor Lords publisher announces new nautical city builder "that challenges…
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, is coming to Xbox and PC this year. The game features vertical building mechanics, complex production chains, and defense against Crown forces during the Golden Age of Piracy. It joins a growing trend of pirate-themed games, including Windrose and a remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag.
After five hours with highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, I can see why it's one of Steam's most wishlisted games
The highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew and published by Pocketpair Publishing, is generating significant buzz on Steam. The preview highlights its engaging survival mechanics, satisfying third-person combat, and streamlined resource gathering, all set within a procedurally generated archipelago. The game aims to offer a polished and respectful player experience, with a focus on accessible sailing and ship combat that evolves from castaway survival to full-blown piracy.
