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BioWare’s Neverwinter Nights continues to host ‘mini MMOs’ 24 years after its release
BioWare's 2002 RPG Neverwinter Nights continues to thrive 24 years after its release, largely due to its robust multiplayer and community-driven content creation tools. The game's legacy is built on players creating "mini MMOs" and acting as dungeon masters, a niche appeal that sets it apart from more story-driven single-player experiences.
Replay's October theme is 'spooky': send us creepy, scary and weird clips for a chance to win a…
GamesRadar+ is calling for community submissions of spooky, scary, and weird video clips for their October 'spooky' theme. Participants can win a $250 Amazon voucher for the best clip fitting the theme or the best general clip. Submissions will be shared with the GamesRadar audience, with winners chosen by the GamesRadar+ team.
Here's Replay's August winners: some comforting words in Call of Duty and a flying Red Dead gator
GamesRadar announced the winners of its August Replay competition, highlighting impressive in-game moments from Call of Duty and Red Dead Redemption 2. The competition encourages players to submit funny, amazing, or weird clips for a chance to win Amazon vouchers, with the September theme being 'Speed'.
Why Craftable Houses Are Changing the Way Players Build in Minecraft Bedrock | Invision Game Community
Craftable Houses add-ons are changing how players approach building in Minecraft Bedrock by offering pre-designed structures. This makes building more accessible for beginners and provides new inspiration for experienced players, allowing them to focus more on exploration and creativity. The growth of community-driven content like this from studios such as Dodo Studios highlights the evolving nature of player expression within the game.
Kane Parsons is standing up for an artist after A24 attempted to copyright strike their Backrooms art
Filmmaker Kane Parsons is intervening after A24 reportedly issued copyright takedown notices for artwork inspired by The Backrooms, a concept that originated online. The company, which recently released its own Backrooms film, is accused of attempting to claim ownership over community-created art that predates their adaptation. Parsons stated he is investigating the matter, emphasizing that the broader Backrooms concept and its lore should not be exclusively owned by the film adaptation.
Replay's July theme is Assassin's Creed: send us your best Assassin-y clips for a chance to win a £/$250…
GamesRadar+ is hosting a community video series for July, themed around the Assassin's Creed franchise, coinciding with the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Players can submit clips from any game for a chance to win one of two £/$250 Amazon vouchers, with specific prizes for the best Assassin's Creed clip and the best clip overall.
Tearaway's Companion Site Is Shutting Down, So Browse Its Adorable Content While You Can
The companion website for Media Molecule's papery platformer, Tearaway, will be shut down on August 13, 2026. The site, Tearaway.me, served as a hub for fans to upload and share their papercraft creations and in-game screenshots. While official papercraft designs are now hosted on Media Molecule's website, the shutdown marks the end of a unique community space for the game.
How Gaming Services Are Shaping Digital Media Habits Today
Gaming services are significantly shaping digital media habits by popularizing formats like live streaming, short videos, and community-driven content. These platforms foster interactive and social media experiences, influencing creator tones to be more casual and conversational. This trend is making digital media more personal, active, and connected, with gaming playing a crucial role in its ongoing growth.
GTA Online Introduces New Community Missions And More Big Bonuses
Grand Theft Auto Online's latest update introduces the Community Mission Series, allowing players to create and share their own missions using the Rockstar Mission Creator. This week's featured mission, "Old School Hits," offers quadruple rewards and a bonus GTA$100,000 upon completion. Additional bonuses include triple rewards on Payphone Hits and Open Wheel Races, along with discounts on various vehicles.
The Sims 4's Controversial Marketplace Arrives on PS4 in Major Update for Console Players
EA has released update 2.31 for The Sims 4 on PlayStation 4, introducing the controversial in-game Marketplace for community-made content. This update requires players to purchase a new premium currency, Moola, to access Maker Packs and Kits, which are no longer available on the PlayStation Store. While this brings console players closer to the PC experience, it has drawn criticism from players and creators who believe it primarily benefits EA financially.
League of Legends Community Artists Keep the Game Fresh With Stunning Visual Content
League of Legends continues to thrive over 15 years after its release, largely due to its vibrant community and the constant stream of high-quality fan art. Artists regularly share stunning visual content on platforms like Reddit and Twitter, celebrating champions and the game's universe. This creative output not only keeps the game feeling fresh but also serves as genuine, passionate marketing for Riot Games.
TF2 Americana Contest Crowns Winners in Community Art Showcase
The TF2 Painter's Workshop has announced the winners of its Americana Contest, which challenged artists to create patriotic-themed weapon skins and artwork for Team Fortress 2. Winning submissions and those scoring above a 9/15 have been included in 'The Americana Collection,' a custom war paint case proposal. This event highlights the enduring creativity of the Team Fortress 2 community, which continues to produce high-quality content nearly two decades after the game's release.
Overwatch Fan Creates Stunning Echo Ballerina Skin, Hopes for Blizzard Job
A fan artist has created a highly detailed ballerina skin concept for the Overwatch character Echo, sharing it on Reddit and expressing a desire to be hired by Blizzard Entertainment. The concept highlights the community's passion for the character and the potential for more unique cosmetic options in Overwatch 2.
The Replay theme for April is Starfield: send us your gaming clips for a chance to win Amazon vouchers!
GamesRadar+ is hosting a monthly "Replay" community series where players can submit gaming clips for a chance to win Amazon vouchers. For April, the theme is Starfield, with a special prize for the best clips featuring the game, alongside a general prize for any game. Winners will be chosen by the GamesRadar+ team at the end of the month.
Forza Horizon 6s New Rush Events Mix Showcase-Style Spectacle With a More Replayable Hook | IGN
Forza Horizon 6's new Rush events are inspired by community-made maps, offering a blend of spectacle and replayability. This design choice aims to integrate player-created content into the core game experience.
Forza Horizon 6’s New Rush Events Mix Showcase-Style Spectacle With a More Replayable Hook – IGN First
Forza Horizon 6 will feature new Rush events that blend large-scale spectacle with replayability, inspired by community-created maps. These events aim to offer a more engaging experience than previous showcase-style challenges.
GTA Online Launches New Community Series Showcase With $1M Gift And Triple Rewards
Grand Theft Auto Online has launched its Community Series Showcase event, running from March 12th to April 1st. This event highlights player-created content with triple rewards on Community Series jobs, weekly bonuses, and a GTA$1 million gift for logging in. Players can also unlock free vehicles and cosmetic items.
Dead Hand Collection Brings 22 New Gloves and 17 Community Finishes
The Dead Hand Collection has been released, featuring 22 new gloves and 17 community-designed finishes. These player-created designs have been integrated into the official collection, showcasing a growing collaboration between developers and the gaming community. Items can be acquired through a weekly drop system via Dead Hand Terminals.
