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Classic Zombie Panic! Mod Gets Steam Release After Two Decades
The classic survival-horror mod Zombie Panic! has officially launched on Steam after more than two decades. Developed by Tabajara, the release includes classic maps, restored community content, new characters, weapons, and an updated interface. This launch is highlighted as a significant achievement in game preservation, making a piece of gaming history accessible to a new generation.
Resident Evil 2 Remake descends into kaizo chaos in Resurgence of the Dead Shadows
A new Kaizo-style mod for Resident Evil 2 Remake, titled 'Resurgence Of The Dead Shadows', significantly increases the game's difficulty and introduces unexpected challenges. The mod requires a non-raytracing version of the game and offers a highly difficult but beatable experience with extra enemies and repurposed bosses.
Slay the Spire 2 developer refuses to rely on microtransactions or DLC packs to make quick cash, despite some players threatening "to buy all and any cosmetics we may ever release"
Mega Crit, the developer of Slay the Spire 2, has stated they will not implement microtransactions or small DLC packs, despite player interest in purchasing cosmetics. Co-founder Casey Yano emphasized the studio's stance against predatory monetization. The game is currently in early access on PC, with plans for flexible updates and a focus on modding support.
Cyberpunk 2077 redemption complete: You can now literally crap yourself to death with an alarmingly well-thought-out mod
A new mod for Cyberpunk 2077, titled 'Flushing Etiquette,' has been released, adding a functional 'call of nature' mechanic to the game. Players must now manage a new resource meter by visiting toilets, with consequences ranging from buffs to death if ignored. The mod also includes elements like food poisoning and random bathroom visit outcomes.
Modder helps Sony unwittingly beat Valve to the punch: 'I ported Linux to the PS5 and turned it into a Steam…
Software engineer Andy Nguyen has successfully ported Linux to the PlayStation 5, enabling it to run games like Grand Theft Auto 5 with ray tracing. This achievement, while complex and requiring a specific exploit, effectively turns the console into a functional PC. Nguyen's work highlights the potential for custom operating systems on the console, even as Sony utilizes Linux for its own system software.
Modder Ports Linux To The PS5, Turning The Console Into An Unofficial Steam Machine
A modder has successfully ported the Linux operating system to the PlayStation 5. This unofficial modification effectively transforms the console into a PC, allowing it to function as an unofficial Steam Machine.
Modder Ports Linux To The PS5, Turning The Console Into An Unofficial Steam Machine
A modder has successfully ported Linux to the PlayStation 5, effectively turning the console into an unofficial PC capable of running Steam. This development allows for greater flexibility and potential use beyond its intended gaming functions.
From Fan to Developer: Hytale’s Community-First Hiring Approach
Hytale is adopting a unique hiring strategy by recruiting developers directly from its player community, prioritizing creators who have experience with modding and content creation. This approach aims to foster an agile team of builders and maintain a strong connection to player desires, potentially serving as a new model for talent acquisition in the game industry.
Hytale lead says they're pushing for modding in part because they 'hire from the community': 'We're building a scrappy, agile team full of people who actually make things'
Hypixel Studios is emphasizing modding for their upcoming game Hytale, with lead Simon Collins-Laflamme stating it helps the studio stay connected to its community and build an agile team. The developer is hosting a modding contest with a six-figure prize pool, highlighting the importance of player creativity in the voxel sandbox genre.
You can finally mod Resident Evil 4 worry-free as Capcom ditches Enigma DRM: ‘It was only hurting those who purchased the game’
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from the PC version of Resident Evil 4 Remake, allowing players to mod the game freely and improving performance. The DRM, which was added months after the game's release, was criticized for hindering legitimate players and modding efforts without effectively stopping piracy.
PS5 Modder Successfully Installs Linux, Boots GTA 5 at 60fps with Ray Tracing
A modder has successfully installed the Linux operating system on a PlayStation 5 console, enabling Grand Theft Auto 5 to run at 60fps with ray tracing enabled. This hack requires an older firmware version and maintains full functionality of the console's features, including 4K output and USB ports.
Months after a last-minute delay, long-awaited conversion mod 'Skyblivion' is back with a new video… that doesn't move
The 'Skyblivion' mod, a fan-made conversion of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim to look and play like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, has released a new video update. Despite a previous last-minute delay, the mod team shared new footage, though the video itself is static.
Days after being vindicated for reusing an Atlas boss in Ark Survival Ascended, its biggest modder is teasing another
The creator of the Astraeos mod for Ark Survival Ascended is teasing new additions to the game's latest landmass. This follows recent vindication for the modder regarding the reuse of an Atlas boss within Ark Survival Ascended.
Hytale founder Simon Collins-Laflamme does not "expect modders to carry the game for us"
Hytale founder Simon Collins-Laflamme stated that while the development team is expected to fully contribute to the game, modders play a crucial role in expanding its reach and longevity. He emphasized that the game's success is not solely reliant on user-generated content.
Massive Skyrim mod Lordbound is now semi-canon, thanks to a new Bethesda-approved expansion from its devs
The popular Skyrim mod Lordbound has become semi-canon through a new DLC-sized expansion called Legacy of Orsinium, developed by two of the original modders and approved by Bethesda. This expansion, released via Bethesda's Creations initiative, incorporates lore from Lordbound and was funded by the modders' own indie game studio, Veelpoot, allowing them to pay some of the original Lordbound developers.
Lost Fallout: New Vegas post-ending dialogue has been found and restored
Post-game dialogue for Fallout: New Vegas, originally cut by Obsidian Entertainment, has been restored through a mod. This restoration allows players to continue experiencing the Mojave Wasteland with dialogue reflecting their main campaign decisions, offering a closer look at the developers' original vision.
Hytale's new $100k mod contest is the first of "many more," with the studio scouting it for new talent
Hytale has launched a $100,000 modding contest, signaling the start of many initiatives to showcase and scout talent from its community. The studio views this contest as a significant opportunity to identify potential new hires.
Oblivion Remastered multiplayer mod announced by company aiming to give a bunch of single player games their GTA 5 moment
ReadyCode, a company co-founded by former tech leads, has announced a multiplayer mod for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, aiming to bring robust online community server capabilities to single-player games. The company has raised $3 million in seed funding, including from Sony's Innovation Fund, to develop its ReadyM framework, which supports features like cooperative campaigns, role-playing servers, and custom economies. ReadyCode plans to monetize through server owner fees while keeping the platform and mods free for players, and emphasizes collaboration with game developers and publishers.
Stop the clock: Resident Evil Requiem's first sexy Leon mod hit Nexus Mods just 4 days, 11 hours, and 23 minutes…
The first 'sexy Leon' mod for Resident Evil Village, featuring a shirtless Leon S. Kennedy, was released on Nexus Mods just over four days after the game's launch. Modder SERGISHOLS created the mod, which has already seen interest from players on PC, with some commenters requesting more muscular variations.
Hytale and CurseForge team up for a $100,000 USD mod competition
Hytale has partnered with CurseForge to launch a $100,000 USD modding competition, offering substantial prizes across three categories: WorldGen V2, NPCs, and Experiences. Hypixel Studios and Overwolf are supporting the initiative to recognize and reward the game's modding community, which has already produced over 5,000 mods.
