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Someone has made a tool to add achievements to non-Steam games on Linux, which feels like a niche in a niche
A new tool called Sentinel has been released on GitHub, allowing Linux users to add an achievements system to games not available on Steam. The software can integrate with the Steam Web API or external data sources to track achievements, even for games launched through other storefronts like Epic Games Store via launchers such as Heroic. Future plans include support for the Steam Deck.
Rumour: The Legend Of Zelda Movie May Have Found Its Composer
A rumor suggests John Paesano may be the composer for the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, with Koji Kondo serving as consultant, according to an updated IMDB page. Paesano has previously worked with director Wes Ball and composed scores for Insomniac Games' Spider-Man titles on PlayStation.
You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Shareable And Entertain
Sony has launched a new contest called The Playerbase, offering winners the chance to have their likeness scanned and featured in PlayStation games, starting with Gran Turismo 7. Participants must submit written entries explaining their passion for PlayStation, with finalists selected for interviews. The grand prize winner will be scanned into Gran Turismo 7 and also help design a fantasy logo and vehicle livery.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust DLC Launching June 23
The Breach of Trust DLC for Frostpunk 2 is set to release on June 23, introducing new mechanics and challenges in the city of New Edinburgh. This expansion will feature five unique communities, two new scenario maps, and custom gameplay mechanics. Frostpunk 2 is available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.
Gaming Now Drives 60% of Sony’s Revenue as PlayStation Dominates Entertainment
Sony's entertainment business now accounts for over 60% of its total revenue, a significant increase from 30% in 2014, with gaming being the primary driver. The company aims for PlayStation to be the premier platform for both players and third-party developers. This strategic shift emphasizes software sales and services, leading to expanded investments in first-party studios, PC gaming, and media adaptations of game properties.
PlayStation Announces The Playerbase to Bring Fans Into Its Games, Debuts In Gran Turismo 7
Sony Interactive Entertainment has launched a new program called The Playerbase, designed to integrate passionate fans into its games, starting with Gran Turismo 7. Selected participants will undergo a video interview and may have their likeness featured within the game, with plans to expand the initiative to other PlayStation Studios titles.
Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk Is Now Live
The Elder Scrolls Online's new Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk is now live across all platforms, including PC, Mac, Xbox, and PlayStation. This season, running from April 2 to July 8, introduces new reward systems, player-focused improvements, class and combat redesigns, and new zones.
Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk Is Now Live
The Elder Scrolls Online's new Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk is now live across all platforms, running from April 2 to July 8. This update introduces new reward systems, player-focused improvements, class and combat redesigns, and new zones, setting the stage for future seasonal content.
I'm staring at "Persona 1 Origins" and "Persona 2 Duality" merch from Atlus and willing myself to believe that the OG PS1 JRPGs are finally making a comeback
Atlus announced new merchandise for the original Persona and Persona 2 games, using the branding "Persona 1 Origins" and "Persona 2 Duality." While this initially led to speculation about modern re-releases, it was confirmed to be merchandise only. The article discusses the possibility of future remakes or remasters for these classic JRPGs, given the trend of other Persona titles receiving modern versions.
"When we are going to make an open-world RPG, it's better played on high-end PCs": Arknights Endfield lead says it's a good thing "the player base of high-end PC gaming is increasing"
Ryan, lead for Hypergryph's Arknights: Endfield, believes high-end PC gaming is crucial for the success of open-world RPGs, noting the increasing player base in regions like Japan and China. He suggests that while mobile game growth is slowing, PC platforms are becoming more vital for complex titles like Arknights: Endfield, especially in a market influenced by games like Genshin Impact.
Crimson Desert players average over 20 hours a week in the open-world game, blowing away almost everything else on…
Crimson Desert players are averaging over 20 hours per week, with US players on Xbox averaging 20 hours and PlayStation players averaging 22 hours in the week ending March 28. This playtime places Crimson Desert as the top game on Xbox and second on PlayStation for average weekly hours per active user, according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. The game also saw a significant increase in total weekly active users across both platforms.
You don't have to choose between a controller and a keyboard; there's a secret third option, and I may not…
This article discusses the Azeron Cyborg II, a hybrid gaming peripheral that combines a controller's thumbstick with a keypad's functionality, offering a unique solution for PC gamers who struggle with traditional mouse and keyboard controls. The author highlights its ergonomic design, customizability, and how it bridges the gap between controller and keyboard input for an improved PC gaming experience.
FC 26 Dab: How to Unlock and Perform the Celebration
This guide explains how to unlock and perform Paul Pogba's iconic Dab celebration in FC 26. The celebration can be obtained through the April Fools' Squad Building Challenge and performed on both PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
FC 26 Dab: How to Unlock and Perform the Celebration
This guide explains how to unlock and perform the Dab celebration in FC 26, available as a limited-time April Fools' Day unlockable. Players can obtain it by completing the Bronze Special Upgrade SBC and then set it as their default celebration in the Stadium menu to perform after scoring.
The Division: Resurgence Review – Mobilised agents
The Division: Resurgence offers a mobile adaptation of the tactical looter shooter experience, featuring cover-based combat and looting in a snowy New York City. While the core gameplay and controls are adapted well for touchscreens and gamepads, the narrative progression is hampered by level gating and repetitive mission objectives, and technical compromises are evident in the graphics and performance on older mobile devices.
Sony CEO Reveals Gaming Makes Largest Revenue, Wants PlayStation To Be Best Place To Play & Publish
Sony's CEO has stated that gaming generates the largest portion of the company's entertainment revenue. He expressed a desire for the PlayStation platform to be the premier destination for both playing and publishing games.
Sony CEO Reveals Gaming Makes Largest Revenue, Wants PlayStation To Be Best Place To Play & Publish
Sony's CEO revealed that gaming generates the company's largest revenue, emphasizing a desire for PlayStation to be the premier platform for both playing and publishing games. Separately, Falcom released new details and screenshots for their action RPG Kyoto Xanadu, introducing characters and the battle system for its upcoming release on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PlayStation 5.
Devil Jam Review | TheXboxHub
Devil Jam is a survivor-like roguelite that blends heavy metal music with gameplay similar to Vampire Survivors. Players form a rock band that makes a deal with the Devil to defeat Death, using musical instruments as weapons. The game features a unique inventory system with abilities offered by the Seven Deadly Sins and roguelite progression through a hub shop, though it suffers from occasional audio stutters.
Sony Has Begun Scrubbing Mention Of PC From Back-End,Returning Focus To "Exciting, Exclusive Titles"
Sony is removing mentions of PC from its PlayStation back-end systems. This move signals a renewed focus on promoting and developing 'exciting, exclusive titles' for its console platform.
This Nightdive-remastered 3DO shooter shows why it took Halo to break PC gaming's FPS hegemony
This analysis discusses PO'ed, a 1995 first-person shooter originally developed by Any Channel and published by The 3DO Company, which has been remastered by Nightdive Studios. Despite its innovative features for the time, such as a chef protagonist and a jetpack, the game is criticized for its clunky controls, disorienting level design, and crude humor. The article also touches on Nightdive Studios' mission of game preservation, using PO'ed as an example of a flawed but historically significant title.
