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Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is Now Available on Switch 2, Tarnished Pack Available on Other Platforms
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, including the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, along with new cosmetic and gameplay extras. The Tarnished Pack, containing the additional content, is also sold separately for existing players. A new patch introduces balance changes, bug fixes, and new in-game events, with the port receiving a positive review for its stable performance despite the price point.
Nibbler - An in-progress port of the classic Arcade Game Nibbler for Amiga OCS
An in-progress port of the classic 1982 arcade game Nibbler for the Amiga OCS has been released in its first version by developer jotd. The port faced challenges in recreating smooth character redefinition, leading to the use of Bobs for the snake's head and tail, optimized colors, and dual playfield simulation. The developer, jotd, handled reverse-engineering, 68000 transcode, graphics, and sound conversion.
JagDoomEX - The Jaguar port gets an improved fan-version that might be worth checking out
JagDoomEX, a fan-made update for the Atari Jaguar port of DOOM, has been released with significant improvements. Spearheaded by ChillyWilly, this project overhauls the game's audio and music systems and implements performance boosts through HUD optimization. The update also includes gameplay additions like optional Spectre demon behavior and custom support for the Atari Jaguar 6-button controller.
Classic 90s platformer Moon Child gets the source code released and a modern port
The classic 90s platformer Moon Child, originally developed for Amiga and later released on PC, has had its source code released under the MIT open-source license. A modern source port called Moon Child FE has also been created, offering compatibility with the latest Windows and Linux versions, browser playability, and controller support.
Review - South of Midnight (Switch 2) | WayTooManyGames
South of Midnight is a captivating game with a beautiful soundtrack and a well-written story, but its Nintendo Switch 2 port suffers from significant performance issues. While the game's theoretical aspects are strong, the constant technical problems detract from the experience, despite the Switch 2's theoretical power being comparable to an Xbox Series S. A patch is hoped for to address these optimization concerns.
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach makes an excellent delivery on PC
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach has received an excellent PC port, featuring unlocked framerates, ultrawide support, and upscaling technology. The PC version also includes new gameplay additions like a harsher difficulty option, which enhances combat and environmental challenges. While the core gameplay loop remains similar to the first game, the PC port is considered a benchmark for future releases.
