The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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Crimson Desert sells "over 5 million copies worldwide" in under 4 weeks, and with Steam player peaks still holding strong at around 100k a day, I don't see it slowing down anytime soon
Crimson Desert has achieved over 5 million copies sold worldwide in under four weeks since its launch. The game, developed by Pearl Abyss, has seen its Steam rating improve to 'Very Positive' with daily player peaks around 100,000. The developer expressed gratitude to the community for reaching this significant sales milestone.
Crimson Desert Praised
Crimson Desert has received praise from a notable figure in the gaming industry, specifically the director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. This endorsement highlights the anticipation and positive reception surrounding Crimson Desert's development.
The director of sandbox vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker doesn't mind seeing it compared to The Witcher 3, which he also directed: 'I feel really confident about our game'
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, game director for Rebel Wolves' upcoming vampire RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, expressed confidence in the game despite comparisons to The Witcher 3, which he also directed. The game features a day/night cycle impacting vampire abilities and a time-sensitive quest structure.
The Blood of Dawnwalker’s Director is Comfortable With Comparisons to The Witcher 3
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, game director for Rebel Wolves' upcoming RPG The Blood of Dawnwalker, is comfortable with comparisons to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, citing his own past work on the latter and Cyberpunk 2077. He expressed confidence in the game's unique story-driven, open-world design and the studio's vision to push AAA RPG boundaries while maintaining a small, communicative team size.
"You cannot create art like this": The Blood of Dawnwalker director on making AAA games that aren't just interested in money
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Blood of Dawnwalker and The Witcher 3, believes the games industry is too focused on profit, hindering artistic creation. He aims to push AAA RPG boundaries with his new studio, Rebel Wolves, by incorporating risky elements for greater immersion and emotion, drawing inspiration from unique games of the '90s.
The Witcher 3 director is "really comfortable" with fans comparing his new vampire RPG to CD Projekt Red's best game, and not just because he directed it
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is comfortable with comparisons between his new vampire RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, and CD Projekt Red's acclaimed title. The game features a dark fantasy setting, moral choices, and romance, and is being developed by several former CD Projekt Red leads.
10 Best ARPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the 10 best action RPGs to play in 2026, defining ARPGs as games with a strong focus on combat, leveling, and loot systems. The list includes titles like Elden Ring, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting their unique combat mechanics, customization options, and overall player experience.
Crimson Desert and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 don't copy other AAA games, The Witcher 3 director says, so they stand out in an industry filled with people focused on "how to make money"
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Witcher 3, praises Crimson Desert and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for their originality in an industry he feels is too focused on profit. He believes games like The Blood of Dawnwalker, which aim to push boundaries and offer fresh experiences, are crucial for artistic evolution and avoiding stagnation.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Is Out Now on PC!
Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen have released Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville on PC via Steam and GOG. This visual novel adventure puts players in the roles of Moses and Plato, a detective duo tasked with solving a murder aboard the luxurious Clawville Express while protecting an ambassador on a peace mission. The game features detective work, suspect interrogation, and exploration with limited action points.
Pragmata review – To the moon and back
Pragmata is an impressive and innovative new IP from Capcom that offers a heartwarming story and engaging gameplay loop. Set on the Moon, the game follows protagonist Hugh Williams and a sentient android named Diana as they uncover the mysteries of a rogue AI and a valuable new ore. The dual gameplay system, combining Hugh's combat with Diana's hacking abilities, creates a satisfying experience, and the emotional bond between the characters is a standout feature.
Make Skyrim's weather feel more impactful with this particle mod
A new mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, called Particle Wind, aims to enhance the game's atmosphere by adding more impactful weather effects, similar to those found in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The mod, created by RavenKZP, requires SKSE and Address Library for SKSE Plugins to function and allows for customization of wind strength.
Crimson Desert Recaptures the PS3-Era Magic of Gaming
Crimson Desert evokes a nostalgic PS3-era gaming experience by encouraging player-driven discovery and community interaction, reminiscent of older titles like Skyrim and Elden Ring. The game's challenging puzzles and opaque clues necessitate external guides and community collaboration, fostering a sense of shared accomplishment and a return to a less hand-held approach to gameplay.
As Gaming Grows More Expensive, Investing In A PC Like This One Is A Great Way To Future-Proof Your Hobby
Quoted Tech's Horizon Professional gaming PC offers a powerful and convenient solution for gamers facing rising hardware costs. The pre-built system, featuring an AMD Ryzen 9 9800X3D and Radeon RX 9070 XT, delivers excellent performance in demanding titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, with minimal setup required. The value proposition is further enhanced by a three-year warranty and included support, making it a strong contender for those looking to future-proof their gaming hobby.
Games Inbox: Will GTA 6 be better than GTA 5?
Readers discuss whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will surpass Grand Theft Auto 5, with concerns raised about potential changes in writing and dialogue due to developer departures from Rockstar Games. Other topics include the Nintendo Switch's sales performance against the PlayStation 5, Sony's first-party game output, and the reliability of game previews.
The Witcher 3 multiplayer mod adds new setting-appropriate features, like the ability to form a totem pole of Geralts or…
The Witcher Online mod for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received an update adding new features, including the ability for players to form totem poles of Geralts and transform into various animals like cats and foxes. The mod also introduces more conventional MMO elements such as player trading, shared mounts, and emotes, transforming the single-player experience into a mini-MMO.
PS5 State of Play rumoured for next week with Black Flag remake reveal
Rumors suggest Sony will host a PlayStation State of Play event on April 16, focusing on third-party titles. Potential announcements include the Assassin's Creed: Black Flag remake and new DLC for The Witcher 3. The event is expected to feature games like Marvel's Wolverine and a God of War spin-off during a later summer showcase.
Peak co-dev says games like its iconic friendslop hit "wouldn't exist" if the studio tried to turn everything it makes "into the next Fortnite" with endless content updates
Landfall Games, co-developer of the hit indie game Peak, clarifies that they are not a live service studio and do not intend to provide endless content updates for their games. The developers emphasize that their focus is on creating limited experiences that are updated for a period before moving on to new projects, stating that this approach allows for games like Peak to exist in their current form.
The Occultist Review – Make mine a medium
The Occultist is an investigative horror game that excels with its compelling narrative, well-designed puzzles, and strong voice acting, particularly from Doug Cockle. While the boss fights and QTE moments feel out of place and the game is short, its modest runtime is well-paced. Developed by Daloar, the game runs well on PC using Unreal Engine.
Cyberpunk 2077 gets 90fps support but PS5 Pro update has some 'minor quibbles'
CD Projekt has released a free update for Cyberpunk 2077 on PlayStation 5 Pro, introducing three new graphical modes including Ray Tracing Pro and a Performance mode targeting up to 90fps. The update also adds support for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution 2.0. While generally praised, some minor frame rate fluctuations were noted.
The Witcher 3 multiplayer mod's latest major update adds the only mount you'll ever need - your fellow players
The Witcher 3 multiplayer mod, Witcher Online, has received a major update adding new traversal options like piggyback rides on other players and the ability to transform into animals. The update also introduces item trading and a significant rewrite of the client and server architecture for improved performance and stability. Players require a non-pirated copy of The Witcher 3 updated to version 4.04, along with the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine DLCs, to use the mod.
