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Riders of Icarus appears to be coming back online a year after its sunsetting
The free-to-play MMORPG Riders of Icarus, which was sunsetted in February of last year, appears to be making a comeback under the name Icarus Online. Valofe, the company that previously took stewardship of the game from Nexon, is reportedly behind the return, with a reveal date set for September 10th and a promise of the game's return sometime this year.
The Simpsons: Hit & Run 'Coming Back in Some Form,' Creator Matt Groening Says
Series creator Matt Groening has stated that The Simpsons: Hit & Run is planned to return in some form. This news has generated excitement among fans for a potential revival of the beloved game.
As EA appear to renew the trademark for Ultima, its creator lies in wait to reclaim the game's copyright next year
Electronic Arts has renewed trademarks for the Ultima series, prompting discussions about its future. Series creator Richard Garriott revealed he has been attempting to work with EA on an Ultima revival for years and plans to reclaim the copyright in 2027, when the 35-year term expires. While EA would retain the trademark, Garriott aims to regain copyright for his original work under a new title like 'Lord British's Ultima'.
From Classroom to Comeback: How Backyard Sports Was Brought Back to Life
The Backyard Sports franchise has been revived through a two-year effort involving a teacher and a private investigator. This initiative marks the return of the beloved series.
Everyone's Talking About DriveClub Again, PS4's Underappreciated Racer
The author expresses frustration with a segment of the gaming community that desires the return of older titles like Driveclub, Killzone, and Resistance, yet failed to adequately support them during their prime. This sentiment is shared by personal friends who expressed interest but never purchased the games.
King’s Raid Set to Return Following Masangsoft’s Acquisition
Masangsoft has acquired the intellectual property for the mobile RPG King's Raid and announced plans for its global relaunch following its service end on April 15th. The game, originally launched in 2017, was known for its direct hero collection system and 3D combat. Development is underway for a refreshed version of the title.
