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Long Overdue, Bad Magpie Finally Expands the ‘Be a Rude Bird’ Genre
Bad Magpie, an upcoming narrative adventure game from developer Milktooth, is set to release next year for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and cloud, included with Game Pass. Players control a magpie with a lost ability to fly, tasked with collecting shiny trinkets for a fallen star. The gameplay features exploration, puzzle-solving, and light immersive sim elements, with a focus on causing chaos and interacting with the environment.
Marvel’s Blade Concept Artist Says it Hasn’t Been Cancelled
Arkane Lyon's lead concept artist Jean-Luc Monnet has addressed speculation about Marvel's Blade being cancelled, stating that development is ongoing. Despite a lack of official updates since its December 2023 announcement, concept art has been shared, and a campaign director's profile suggests pre-production began in January 2022. Rumors suggest a potential 2027 release window.
No, Blade is not cancelled, Arkane artist confirms
Arkane Studios lead concept artist Jean-Luc Monnet has confirmed that the action game Marvel's Blade is not cancelled, reassuring fans amidst concerns about the studio's future. Despite previous struggles with titles like Dishonored 2 and the poorly received Redfall, Arkane is still working on the Marvel title, though platform announcements have yet to be made.
After seeing Thief Remastered, I'm calling it: That doomed Deux Ex remaster should get rebooted with Nightdive in…
The upcoming remasters of Thief: The Dark Project by Nightdive Studios and Deus Ex by Aspyr present a stark contrast in approach and reception. While Nightdive's Thief remaster is praised for its faithful yet enhanced visuals, Aspyr's Deus Ex remaster has drawn criticism for a perceived dated graphical overhaul. The article suggests that Aspyr's project should be rebooted, ideally with Nightdive's involvement, given the positive reception to their work on System Shock 2 and Thief.
Summer Game Fest no-shows: The big games that were absent from 2026's showcases
Several highly anticipated games were notably absent from the Summer Game Fest showcases, leaving fans speculating about their development status. Titles like Arkane's Blade, the Witcher 3 DLC, Injustice 3, and the Divinity sequel were among the expected reveals that did not materialize. The article highlights the absence of these games and discusses potential reasons or future reveal opportunities.
Stealth Royalty Thief: The Dark Project Steps Out of the Shadows Remastered on PS5
Nightdive Studios has announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a revival of the 1998 stealth classic, for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 this winter. The remaster includes all content from Thief: Gold, features 4K resolution at up to 120 frames per second, and adds quality-of-life improvements like a weapon wheel for controller play.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Sneaks Back Onto Console And PC This Winter
Nightdive Studios, in collaboration with Eidos-Montréal and Atari, has announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, set to launch this winter for PC and modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The remaster utilizes Nightdive's KEX Engine to update visuals and UI while preserving the core gameplay mechanics of the original 1998 stealth classic and its Thief Gold expansion.
Quiet As A Shadow: Thief: The Dark Project Remastered Redefines Stealth For A New Generation
Nightdive Studios, Eidos-Montréal, and Atari have announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a modern revival of the 1998 stealth classic. Utilizing Nightdive's KEX Engine, the remaster includes the original game and content from Thief Gold, launching this Winter on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC platforms, and previous generation consoles. The game emphasizes pure stealth gameplay, rewarding players for using light, sound, and misdirection to overcome challenges.
Stealth classic Thief: The Dark Project is getting the remaster treatment from retro specialist Nightdive Studios
Nightdive Studios is developing a remaster of the classic stealth game Thief: The Dark Project, which will also include content from Thief Gold. The remaster will feature enhanced visuals, quality-of-life improvements like a weapon wheel, controller support, and up to 4K/120fps performance. It is scheduled for a winter release on PC and consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered has been announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, with a planned winter release. This remaster of the 1998 stealth classic will include the base game and all content from the Thief Gold re-release, updated with modern enhancements by Nightdive Studios. The game emphasizes pure stealth gameplay, player agency, and environmental interaction.
Oh hell yes, Nightdive's next delicious remaster treat is Thief
Nightdive Studios has announced a remaster of the classic immersive sim Thief: The Dark Project, revealed during the PC Gaming Show. The studio, known for its faithful remaster of System Shock 2, aims to preserve the original game's aesthetic while making subtle improvements for modern screens. Console versions are also planned, suggesting controller support will be included.
Thief: The Dark Project Remastered announced
Atari, Nightdive Studios, and Eidos Montreal have announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a revival of the 1998 stealth classic. The remaster, built with Nightdive's KEX Engine, will include the original game and all content from the Thief Gold re-release. It is set to launch this winter for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, featuring updated graphics, UI, and support for custom campaigns.
Immersive Sim Clockwork Revolution Joins Gears of War in Skipping PS5
InXile's upcoming immersive sim, Clockwork Revolution, will not be released on PlayStation 5, following a similar decision for Gears of War: E-Day. The game, which is slated for a 2027 release, features a customizable protagonist and time-traveling mechanics as players battle against Lady Ironwood.
Hands on: Gothic 1 Remake review-in-progress: "Wish Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 was more of a jerk?"
Gothic 1 Remake is a faithful yet flawed remake of the influential RPG, retaining its challenging and often obnoxious spirit. While the visual update is spectacular and the core gameplay rewarding, the remake suffers from repetitive, immersion-breaking dialogue and some contrived quests. The game is set to release on June 5, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Loot List: Thief Sim Revealed — A Physics-Driven Heist Game Where Players Can Steal Almost Anything
Anoft has revealed Loot List: Thief Sim, a physics-driven heist game where players can steal almost anything, with a focus on unpredictable co-op heists and emergent chaos. The game will feature a dynamic Loot List for objectives and will be released on PC, with a Steam page and first gameplay trailer now available. Players can wishlist the game and sign up for upcoming playtests.
In 1997, Warren Spector told us the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex was inspired by Final Fantasy, Miyamoto, and 'the…
A 1997 interview with legendary game designer Warren Spector reveals his early inspirations for the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex, including Final Fantasy VII and Shigeru Miyamoto's work. Spector discussed his move to Ion Storm and his vision for a first-person RPG that blended console accessibility with deep simulation, initially planning to use the Quake II engine before ultimately opting for Unreal.
Warren Spector studio's cheap as chips co-op heist adventure Thick as Thieves is wonky, conspicuously incomplete, and a surprisingly good time
Thick as Thieves, a co-op heist adventure from OtherSide Entertainment, offers a surprisingly fun experience despite its incomplete launch state and removed PvP elements. Developed by industry veterans Warren Spector and Paul Neurath, the game features two maps with randomized objectives and a tense eight-minute countdown for extraction, providing a compelling stealth experience.
Distant Shore: BRETAGNE looks like Mirror’s Edge meets Portal
Distant Shore: BRETAGNE is an upcoming first-person parkour game featuring fluid movement and environmental manipulation mechanics using magnetic gauntlets. Set in a post-apocalyptic Brittany, the game combines elements of Mirror's Edge and Portal, with a full release targeting PC in 2027 or 2028. A demo is currently available on Steam.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
After 10 years of work, modders have remade classic RPG Ultima Underworld in Unity with 3D models, new sound effects, and controller support
A fan-made remake of the classic RPG Ultima Underworld: The Stygian Abyss has been released using the Unity engine. This unofficial project, titled Unity Underground, features new 3D models, updated sound effects, and controller support, though it requires the original game files to run. The developer has clarified that while some UI textures and audio were AI-assisted, the main 3D models were hand-crafted.
