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'Wtf is going on': Indie dev discovers their neglected Steam game is powering an Undertale multiplayer mod following its freak 1700% jump in player activity
Indie developer RetroSpecter discovered their 2018 game, Crashphalt, experienced a 1700% surge in player activity on Steam, largely due to its use as a workaround for the Undertale Together multiplayer mod. Players are copying Crashphalt's installation files into a modded Undertale directory to enable online play, leading to unexpected reviews and a second life for the neglected platformer. The developer expressed excitement about the game finding a new purpose and even humorously suggested a collaboration with Undertale's creator, Toby Fox.
The new open-world RPG climbing Steam is the biggest surprise since Crimson Desert: huge, pretty, and only $30
DragonSword: Awakening, an open-world action RPG from developer Hound13, has launched on Steam to positive reviews, achieving 90% positive feedback after over 4,600 player reviews. Despite a complicated development history involving publisher disputes and a last-minute delay, the game is praised for its premium pricing model, avoiding gacha mechanics, and offering a vast amount of content for $30. It has seen strong concurrent player numbers on Steam, running on Unreal Engine 5.
EA is 'a hedge fund with a videogame hobby,' former Dragon Age boss says, and that's why he reckons the…
Former BioWare executive producer Mark Darrah believes Electronic Arts' (EA) complicated relationship with shipping games makes a new Dragon Age title unlikely. He described EA as a "hedge fund with a videogame hobby" and noted that even if another studio pitched a new game, internal politics at EA would likely prevent it. Former lead writer David Gaider added that EA executives may not understand the franchise's appeal, deeming it non-essential.
Cyan releases teaser for the first new Myst game in 20 years, then breaks the news that it's not actually being…
Cyan Worlds has released a teaser for a potential new Myst game, codenamed Project Anglerfish, developed as a prototype in 2025. Despite positive reception to the teaser, Cyan stated the game is not in active development due to a lack of publisher interest. The studio, which previously struggled and laid off staff, has a history of successful crowdfunding campaigns for its Myst-like titles.
Baldur's Gate 4 should just be an "oversized expansion pack for Baldur's Gate 3," BioWare veteran says: "Get Larian to agree to license out the Divinity Engine"
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah suggests that Baldur's Gate 4 should be developed as an 'oversized expansion pack' for Baldur's Gate 3, proposing that Larian Studios license out its Divinity Engine. However, Larian CEO Swen Vincke has stated the studio is moving on from the Baldur's Gate series. Hasbro is reportedly exploring options for Baldur's Gate 4 with other developers.
Cyan reveals abandoned prototype for new Myst game, confirms different Myst game is in development
Cyan Worlds has confirmed a new Myst game is in early development, codenamed Mudfish, while also revealing an abandoned prototype called Project Anglerfish. The studio also announced physical editions of its Myst and Riven remakes for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. Separately, game optimization firm CodeDev, also known as The Performance Guys, has launched a new division focused on Unreal Engine optimization, having previously worked on titles like Mafia: The Old Country.
Fable Is “Uncomfortably” Over-Budget, Says New Report
A new report indicates that the upcoming Fable game is significantly over budget and its release has been pushed to 2027. The game is still slated for release on Xbox and PlayStation 5.
Gears of War: E-Day Gameplay Reveal Deep Dive | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from The Coalition discuss the gameplay reveal for Gears of War: E-Day, detailing new mechanics like sliding and an expanded cover system built from scratch in Unreal Engine 5. The interview highlights the game's focus on the early days of the Locust invasion, character details for Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, and the return of iconic elements like the chainsaw Lancer, all while celebrating the franchise's 20th anniversary.
CodeDev launches optimisation division The Performance Guys
UK co-development studio CodeDev has launched a new division named The Performance Guys, dedicated to tackling critical optimization work for game development projects. The division, which includes engineers and technical artists, aims to deliver significant memory usage savings and has already worked on titles like Mafia: The Old Country. CodeDev also developed an internal tool called 'Performance Intelligence' to provide detailed insights into budget and CPU usage, supporting optimization efforts across Unreal Engine, Unity, and proprietary technologies.
Reveal of first new Myst game in years confirms it's already been canceled, devs say they're "hard at…
Cyan Worlds has revealed a trailer for Project Anglerfish, a canceled Myst universe game that was in development last year. The studio confirmed the project was scrapped over a year ago for unspecified reasons, though they are proud of the prototype work. While this specific game will not be released, Cyan Worlds assures fans they are actively working on other new Myst universe projects.
Capcom wants to release Resident Evil games every year with even more remakes
Capcom aims to release a new Resident Evil game annually, utilizing remakes to maintain this cadence and fund new intellectual properties like Pragmata. Producer Masachika Kawata stated that remakes are as important as mainline titles and help the team hone their skills. While spin-offs are not a current priority, DLC for titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Resident Evil Veronica are planned.
Myst devs Cyan Worlds show off prototype for Project Anglerfish, a canned entry in the noted long-time RPS favourite series
Cyan Worlds has revealed a prototype teaser for Project Anglerfish, a cancelled entry in the Myst series. Creative director Eric Anderson and development director Hannah Gamiel shared the footage, explaining that the game could not move forward for various reasons. Cyan Worlds is still working on new Myst experiences and is seeking financing for their next project.
John Romero announced as keynote speaker for Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show
id Software co-founder John Romero has been announced as the keynote speaker for the business conference at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show in Bangkok. The event, running from October 29th to November 1st, will feature speakers from companies like Tencent and Godot, and has expanded its floor space by 20% following a successful 2025 debut.
"4 or maybe even 5 instalments" If you want Remakes of older Final Fantasy games, prepare for them to be even bigger than the FF7 Remake trilogy
During a Final Fantasy Fan Fest panel, Naoki Yoshida and Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the possibility of remaking older Final Fantasy titles like Final Fantasy 6, 8, and 9. They indicated that such remakes would likely require multiple installments due to their scale, similar to the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. Hamaguchi also hinted at potentially working on Final Fantasy 17 after the Final Fantasy 7 series concludes.
It's not just Baldur's Gate 4 – Larian is "not involved in any" Baldur's Gate 3 projects now, but devs tease Divinity news is on the way
Larian Studios has clarified that they are not involved in any current Baldur's Gate 3 projects, despite a new comic set in the universe being released by Dark Horse Comics. The studio is shifting its focus to the Divinity series, with hints of new announcements coming soon. Larian's involvement with the Baldur's Gate IP is limited as Hasbro owns the Dungeons and Dragons intellectual property.
"I want this guy to make Final Fantasy 17": Yoshi-P embarrasses Final Fantasy 7 Remake lead with the "highest praise you can get" from players live on stage at FF14 Fan Fest
During a panel at Final Fantasy 14 Fan Fest, series lead Naoki Yoshida praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi, stating that fans want him to direct Final Fantasy 17. Yoshida considered this the highest praise possible, visibly embarrassing Hamaguchi on stage. While some speculate this hints at Hamaguchi's future involvement, the article notes the vagueness of the comment and the upcoming release of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3.
Cyan's new Myst game has been cancelled, but we've got a glimpse of what it could have been
Cyan Worlds has cancelled its prototype game, Project Anglerfish, which was intended to be a new entry in the Myst universe. Development Director Hannah Gamiel and Creative Director Eric A. Anderson shared that the project was worked on over a year ago, and while a teaser trailer was released, the game will not move forward. Cyan Worlds stated they are still working on other new Myst universe projects.
Final Fantasy 6, 8, or 9 remakes would need even more games than the FF7 trilogy, Yoshi-P warns: "We'd probably end up having to release them in 4 or maybe even 5 installments"
Naoki Yoshida, director of Final Fantasy 14, has warned that remakes of games like Final Fantasy 6, 8, or 9 in the style of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy would likely require four or even five installments due to their immense scope. He noted that while players desire remakes, the scale of these older titles, when translated to modern production values, presents significant development challenges. Final Fantasy 7 Remake lead Naoki Hamaguchi also expressed reservations about undertaking such a massive project.
A fantastic-looking teaser trailer for a new Myst game has been released, though tragically we'll never get to actually play it
Cyan has released a teaser trailer for a cancelled Myst game, codenamed Project Anglerfish, which was in development for four months. While the game will not be released, the studio confirmed they are still working on new Myst experiences. The trailer showcases puzzle-solving gameplay within the Myst universe.
Warhorse registrerar varumärket Kingdom Come: Salvation
Warhorse Studios has registered the trademark "Kingdom Come Salvation" with the European Union Intellectual Property Office, suggesting a new title in the Kingdom Come series. This follows the success of Kingdom Come: Deliverance and its sequel, and the studio's mention of a new Kingdom Come adventure alongside an open-world RPG set in Tolkien's Middle-earth.