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DERELIKT – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
DERELIKT, a narrative-driven Sci-Fi survival horror retro FPS inspired by Alien Resurrection, Doom 2, and System Shock, is opening beta sign-ups. The game features environmental puzzles, alien creatures, and a PS1-era aesthetic with FMV cutscenes. The article highly recommends the game for its atmosphere and impressive presentation.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is such a perfect JRPG remake, it has me wishing for the Final Fantasy 7 Remake I…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC remake is praised as a near-perfect modernization of a classic JRPG, balancing faithfulness with new details. It offers a superior approach to remakes compared to titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, which the author feels diverges too much from its source material.
Metal Gear Solid 5 modders are bringing the open-world stealth game more in line with the PS1 classic in a crucial way
A new mod for Metal Gear Solid 5, titled 'Definitive Subsistence,' aims to bring back the classic stealth gameplay loop of the original MSX2 and PlayStation 1 titles. This mod reintroduces On-Site Procurement, allowing players to find all necessary equipment within missions rather than relying on pre-mission development, mirroring the approach of earlier games in the series.
After countless memes, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss confirms that, yes, Fortnite partly inspired jumping out of the…
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that the game's party launching themselves off the Highwind airship was partly inspired by Fortnite. While the original Final Fantasy 7 allowed players to teleport off the ship, the remake trilogy will feature characters skydiving to their destinations, a mechanic that drew comparisons to Fortnite's "where we droppin'" meme.
The weird, wonderful world of Miles Buckle, Instagram's parallel universe of video games
Artist Miles Buckle creates imaginary retro-style video games inspired by classic films, reimagining scenes from movies like The Shining and Twin Peaks using game engines and 3D art tools. His work explores themes of nostalgia, memory, and the evolution of visual fidelity in media, often using older game aesthetics like PlayStation 1 graphics to evoke specific feelings.
"Why do we need more graphics?": 2010's Alan Wake was as photoreal as videogames ever needed to be, reckons original Thief designer
Former Thief designer Randy Smith Evergreen argues that photorealistic graphics in video games reached their peak with 2010's Alan Wake, suggesting further advancements are unnecessary and costly. He believes the visual fidelity achieved then was sufficient for immersion, and subsequent graphical arms races are a waste of resources, particularly for immersive sims.
Anbernic demos its new Nintendo DS clone, and it punches hard in PS1, N64, and even Dreamcast games
Anbernic has demonstrated its new Nintendo DS clone, the RG DS Plus, showcasing its ability to run games from various retro consoles including PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, and Dreamcast. While primarily designed for Nintendo DS titles, the handheld's Rockchip RK3568 chipset appears capable of handling emulation for older systems, with a price point expected to be under $100.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation launches on April 8, 2027
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is scheduled to launch on April 8, 2027. This title is the third installment in a series of remakes, with each game adapting a portion of the original PlayStation 1 title.
Unique PS1 Game Gets PlayStation 5 Release This Week, Watch Trailer
Hamster Corporation announced that the PlayStation 1 simulation game The Conveni 2 will be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on September 3, 2026, for $11.99. The port features revamped visuals, new maps, an updated camera, and quality-of-life additions like a double-speed mode, though all in-game text remains in Japanese.
30 years later, I finally got to play Quake on the PS1, but that's before I found a better version that doesn't rely on "substantial AI assistance"
The author explores playing Quake on the PlayStation 1, initially finding a promising homebrew demo that unfortunately relies on AI assistance. While the demo includes other impressive PS1 projects, the author expresses a preference for the older, non-AI QuakePSX port due to its mouse support and perceived better performance, despite the overall limitations of playing Quake on the original PlayStation.
PS5 Getting Remakes of Popular PlayStation Classic Adventure Games – Report
A rumor suggests that remakes of the PlayStation 1 classics Tomb Raider 2 and Tomb Raider 3 are in development for the PlayStation 5, reportedly by Flying Wild Hog. This studio is also working on Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a remake of the original 1996 game, which is set to release on February 12, 2027, featuring Unreal Engine 5 graphics and modern design.
Rediscovering my PS Vita has left me despairing for PlayStation's all-digital future
Rediscovering the PlayStation Vita has led to despair over Sony's all-digital future, particularly with the upcoming closure of the Vita's digital store. This move, coupled with the anticipated all-digital nature of the PlayStation 6 and the cessation of physical disc releases by 2028, raises concerns about game preservation and the ability to share or resell games in the future.
Evening Reading - August 24, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news including Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Marvel Snap's Draft mode, The Witcher 4 targeting a 2028 release, and a class-action lawsuit against Twitch. It also mentions new games like Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, as well as updates for Elden Ring and The Duskbloods.
Sorry, Coyote vs. Acme - this obscure PS1 stealth game stole your thunder 25 years ago
Sheep Raider, also known as Sheep, Dog 'n' Wolf, is a PlayStation 1 stealth puzzle-platformer that released 25 years ago, predating the film Coyote vs. Acme. The game features Ralf Wolf, a cousin of Wile E. Coyote, as he participates in a satirical game show to steal sheep. Despite its puzzle-focused gameplay, the game incorporates numerous Looney Tunes tropes and characters, offering a unique cartoon-like experience.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto never wanted to compete with other game devs: "I view the Rubik's Cube as my…
In a 1996 interview, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto stated he viewed the Rubik's Cube as his eternal rival, prioritizing innovation that surprises non-gamers over competing with other developers. He expressed a desire for older staff to focus on novel concepts while younger developers handle franchise titles, a philosophy that influenced games like Pikmin and Wii Music.
Chromatic aberration is made manifest in NECHROMIA, a high contrast survival horror set in a castle made of something else's memories
NECHROMIA is a high-contrast survival horror game set in a castle constructed from memories. Players control an unnamed young woman armed with a lantern, which is used for combat, puzzles, and exploration. The game features a striking visual style with limited colors and mechanics involving entering paintings, manipulating time, and sacrificing sanity for health. Developed by 2dchaos, NECHROMIA is available to wishlist on Steam and is planned for PC release.
Three PS1 Legends Hit Their 30th Birthday in 2026
In 2026, several iconic PlayStation 1 games will celebrate their 30th anniversaries, including Crash Bandicoot, Tomb Raider, and Resident Evil. These titles, launched in 1996, were instrumental in establishing the PlayStation's legacy and introduced characters and franchises that remain popular today. While some original games show their age, their impact on the industry and their respective series is undeniable.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis includes crafting and skill trees from the Survivor trilogy, and fans already hate it…
The upcoming remake of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis will incorporate crafting and skill tree mechanics from the Survivor trilogy, a departure from the original 1996 game. This decision has been met with negative reactions from fans online, who question the implementation of these modern features in a classic title. Developers Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog have stated that players can still opt for a classic dual-pistol playstyle if they prefer.
Ex PlayStation boss told Clair Obscur Expedition 33 devs not to call it a turn-based RPG: "That alone might cause…
Former Sony Interactive president Shuhei Yoshida advised Kepler Interactive to avoid marketing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as a turn-based RPG due to perceived market unpopularity. Despite this guidance, the game, developed by Sandfall Interactive, was released to critical acclaim and numerous awards, ultimately helping to revitalize interest in the genre. Yoshida shared this anecdote at the Busan Indie Connect Festival 2026.
Games Inbox: What character do you most associate with PlayStation?
Readers discuss which characters are most associated with PlayStation, with Lara Croft and Crash Bandicoot being strong contenders for the PlayStation 1 era, while Kratos and Aloy are mentioned for the PlayStation 5. The discussion also touches on the perceived lack of iconic mascots for Sony and the development of games like Hogwarts Legacy and Grand Theft Auto 6.
