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How Forbidden Solitaire brought solitaire games to the forefront
Forbidden Solitaire, developed by Gray Alien Games and Night Signal Entertainment, has achieved significant commercial success on Steam, selling 10,000 copies in 48 hours and reaching 880 concurrent players. This success is attributed to its unique analog horror presentation and engaging solitaire gameplay, which has revitalized interest in the genre among PC gamers. The developers discuss their approach to innovating within the solitaire genre and the impact of this success on their future projects.
"Steam’s required AI disclosure is the right move": Devs say gen AI should be called out in games and…
Valve's new policy requiring developers to disclose the use of generative AI in games on Steam has sparked debate, with some, like Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney, calling it irresponsible. However, many developers interviewed believe transparency is crucial, arguing that gamers have a right to know how their games are made and what they are supporting. There is a sentiment that consumers are pushing back against AI-generated content, and platforms like Steam are responding to this demand.
150+ game devs promote “Fake OS” Steam tag for InterfaceX26 Steam Sale & Showcase
Over 150 game developers and publishers are collaborating on InterfaceX26, a week-long Steam sale and livestream event from April 27 to May 4. The initiative aims to establish "Fake OS" as an official Steam tag for games that simulate operating systems or digital interfaces. Players can support the campaign by tagging relevant games on Steam.