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"One of the final secrets of the PS2 has been broken wide open": Modder who spent 4 years trying to defeat the PlayStation 2 security chip has finally done it
Modders have successfully defeated the PlayStation 2's MechaCon security chip after a four-year effort, enabling new possibilities for modding and homebrew. Developer DiscoStarslayer, crediting Libby for finding the exploit, announced the chip's contents have been dumped, paving the way for potential optical drive emulators and improved emulation.
The Last of Us 2’s multiplayer mod has been canceled after Sony issued a ‘request’
The fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II has been canceled after the creator, Speclizer, received a letter from Sony Interactive Entertainment requesting its removal. The mod, which had been in development since January and had paid supporters, will not be released, much to the disappointment of fans.
PS5 Linux dev abandons the project as AI "slop kiddies" ruin open-source mods ahead of GTA 6: "Just a bunch of noobs using LLMs and writing hacks they don't even understand"
Andy Nguyen, the lead developer for the PlayStation 5 Linux project, has abandoned his work due to frustrations with the open-source community, specifically citing the influx of users misusing AI tools to create low-quality mods. He expressed disappointment that these 'slop kiddies' are exploiting vulnerabilities, potentially jeopardizing the project and the community's efforts, especially with the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA 5's 'Become a celebrity' mod is almost weirdly fully featured
A new mod for Grand Theft Auto 5, 'Become a Celebrity,' allows players to gain public approval and fame through repeatable quests, transforming the player character into a recognized figure in Los Santos. The mod features a detailed system for tracking fame and public approval, with 'Z-lister' gigs like busking to increase initial recognition, eventually leading to 'Meet and Greet' events.
Det svenska rivningsspelet Teardown har fått multiplayer på konsol
The Swedish physics-based demolition game Teardown has received a significant multiplayer update for its console versions. Up to twelve players can now cooperate in the campaign, compete in Deathmatch and Capture the Flag, or play in sandbox mode. The update also includes mod packs, allowing console players to access new vehicles, maps, and game modes.
Total War: Shogun 2's Complete Edition adds 50 minor factions in return for breaking your mods, but fear not, players who stick to the old version will get legacy DLC for free
Creative Assembly is releasing Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition on October 13th, featuring over 50 minor factions, updated graphics, and modernized controls. This edition includes the Rise and Fall of the Samurai expansions and will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and GOG. Existing owners of the original game will receive a 75% discount on the Complete Edition, and those who stick with the older version will get legacy DLC for free.
SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Bundles DLC and Major Upgrades
SEGA and Creative Assembly announced Total War: SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition for PC, launching October 13. This edition bundles the base game with all DLC, including Rise of the Samurai and Fall of the Samurai campaigns, alongside significant technical upgrades like improved visuals, full Japanese voice acting, and over 50 new minor factions. The package will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store.
As Skyblivion's launch approaches, the team is looking for help to get the word out
The development team behind the Skyblivion mod, which recreates The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion within The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Special Edition, is seeking volunteers for its communications team. They are looking for individuals with experience in video production and social media to assist with tasks such as trailer editing and developer interviews as the mod's launch approaches.
Skyblivion's release is "getting closer" as the massive Skyrim mod's makers start recruiting for a big final marketing push
The massive Oblivion remake mod, Skyblivion, is nearing its release and its creators are actively recruiting for a marketing push. While a specific date is still unannounced, the team is seeking volunteers for trailer editing, gameplay capture, and developer interviews to build hype. The modders are also looking to avoid a shadow drop and are considering release windows around major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6.
Grab Your Mates – Teardown Multiplayer Is Out On Xbox Series X|S And PS5
Teardown has launched a free multiplayer update for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, allowing up to 12 players to engage in cooperative heists, sandbox experiments, and competitive modes. The update also includes Mod Pack 6, adding 30 new mods and multiplayer support to over 40 existing community creations, alongside two new official maps.
Metal Gear Solid 5 modders are bringing the open-world stealth game more in line with the PS1 classic in a crucial way
A new mod for Metal Gear Solid 5, titled 'Definitive Subsistence,' aims to bring back the classic stealth gameplay loop of the original MSX2 and PlayStation 1 titles. This mod reintroduces On-Site Procurement, allowing players to find all necessary equipment within missions rather than relying on pre-mission development, mirroring the approach of earlier games in the series.
OPEN//77: The Community Project Trying to Turn Night City Into a Server Browser | Invision Game Community
An independent team is developing OPEN//77, a project aiming to create a server browser for Cyberpunk 2077, inspired by FiveM for Grand Theft Auto V. This mod will allow hundreds of players to run their own servers with custom rules and scripts, rather than a traditional co-op mode. The project is currently in pre-alpha, with a public alpha release date yet to be announced.
The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod shelved at Sony's request
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 has been canceled after developer Speclizer received a letter from Sony Interactive Entertainment and Naughty Dog requesting its removal. This mod aimed to bring back a multiplayer component that was originally planned but later spun off and canceled by Naughty Dog.
The Last Of Us 2 Multiplayer Mod Canceled “On Behalf Of Sony,” Dev Says
A lead modder, @Speclizer_, announced that their multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II will not be released due to a request from Sony Interactive Entertainment. The modder expressed sadness but hopes to create original projects in the future. Naughty Dog had previously canceled its own ambitious multiplayer project, The Last of Us Online.
That Last of Us 2 multiplayer mod everyone was looking forward to has been killed by Sony
A highly anticipated multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 has been canceled after Sony Interactive Entertainment sent a cease-and-desist letter to the modder, Speclizer. This marks the second time a multiplayer project for The Last of Us has been shut down by Sony, following the cancellation of Naughty Dog's own The Last of Us Online.
Sony letter spells the end for unreleased The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod, its creator says
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2, developed by Speclizer, has been cancelled following a letter from Sony Interactive Entertainment. The modder expressed sadness but indicated they would move on to original projects, while also mentioning a Patreon page for early access to a mod menu called Starlight. This action follows a similar instance where a fan game, Bloodborne Kart, had to be rebranded after contact from PlayStation.
Sony reportedly stops The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod in its tracks right before its launch: "Extremely sad…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly requested the cancellation of a fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2, preventing its planned release. The modder, Speclizer, expressed sadness but will move on to new projects. This news is disappointing as Naughty Dog's own multiplayer project, The Last of Us Online, was also canceled.
The Last of Us 2 multiplayer mod reportedly axed at the last moment by Sony
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly halted the development of a fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II. The modder, 'Speclizer,' announced that they received a letter from Sony requesting the mod not be released, dashing hopes for a September launch. A multiplayer mode was previously canceled by Naughty Dog during the game's development.
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us 2 was reportedly cancelled "at Sony's request"
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 on PC has been cancelled after Sony Interactive Entertainment sent a request to the developers to cease work on the project. The modder, Speclizer, expressed sadness over the cancellation, which may have been due to a planned paid component via Patreon. This news follows the earlier cancellation of the official The Last of Us Online.
The Last of Us Part 2 Multiplayer Mod Cancelled at Sony’s Request
A planned multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 on PC has been cancelled after Sony Interactive Entertainment reportedly contacted the mod maker and requested its non-release. This decision halts the public distribution of the fan-made PvP project.