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Factory building sim Shapez 2 hits the big 1.0 in April with major upgrades
The factory building simulation game Shapez 2 will officially launch on April 23rd, transitioning from Early Access to version 1.0. The full release will include major upgrades such as 'Manufacture Mode' for large-scale factories and Steam Workshop support with extensive modding tools and over 70 achievements. The game has sold over 650,000 copies during its Early Access period and maintains an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' player rating.
ARK modder defends using assets from Studio Wildcard’s abandoned MMORPG Atlas
A modder known as Nekatus has faced criticism for reusing assets from Studio Wildcard's abandoned MMORPG Atlas in the ARK: Survival Ascended update Astraeos. Nekatus, who identifies as a level designer rather than a modeler, defended the decision by stating that Atlas assets were available and unused by Studio Wildcard.
Hypixel and CurseForge announce Hytale modding contest with a $100K prize pool
Hypixel Studios and CurseForge are launching the Hytale New Worlds Modding Contest, offering a $100,000 prize pool to encourage creativity in the game's modding scene. The contest features multiple categories, including world generation, NPCs, and experiences, with cash prizes distributed among 65 creators.
shapez 2 Launches Fully Assembled April 23 – Tops 650,000 Sales During Steam Early Access
Indie developer tobspr Games announced that shapez 2 will launch its full 1.0 version on April 23, concluding its Early Access period. Since its 2024 Early Access launch, the factory automation game has sold over 650,000 copies on Steam and received overwhelmingly positive reviews. The 1.0 release will introduce 'Manufacture Mode' for large-scale factories and full Steam Workshop support with modding tools.
The Sims 4 Will Open an Official Marketplace to Let Content Creators Sell Mods for a Share of 'Moola' - IGN
Maxis is launching an official "Maker" program and Marketplace for The Sims 4 on March 17, 2026, allowing approved content creators to sell custom "Maker Packs" using a virtual currency called "Moola." Creators will receive approximately 30% of the purchase price, and these packs must be exclusive to the Marketplace. The program will initially launch on PC and Mac, with console versions for PlayStation and Xbox to follow later.
Witcher 3 REDkit modding whizz expands Kaer Morhen to match its Witcher 1 equivalent, with references galore
A modder named OlivierR45455566465 has expanded the Kaer Morhen location in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to match its depiction in the original The Witcher 1. This 'Kaer Morhen Extended Edition' mod adds details like Witcher quarters, a lab, a crypt, and landmarks from the first game and its DLC, as well as references from Netflix's animated film. The modder previously created a similar overhaul for Beauclair Palace in the Blood and Wine expansion.
Resident Evil Requiem gains an arachnophobia mode done right, with everyone's favourite steam engine subbed for spiders
A modder named ZombieAli has created an arachnophobia mode for Resident Evil Village, replacing spiders with Thomas the Tank Engine. This mod aims to help players who are afraid of spiders enjoy the game, with other modders offering alternative replacements like blobs or small creatures.
Sims 4 Console Players Are Finally Getting Custom Content - But There's A Massive Catch
The Sims 4 is introducing a new in-game Marketplace where modders can sell custom content like clothing and furniture, allowing console players official access to modded items for the first time. However, all content will be paid, requiring a new currency called Moola, and items must be exclusive to the Marketplace. The PC and Mac version launches March 17, with console versions to follow.
There’s already a mod transforming Leon into CJ in Resident Evil Requiem just days after release
A new mod for Resident Evil 4 replaces protagonist Leon S. Kennedy with Carl Johnson (CJ) from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. The mod is available on Nexus Mods and preserves gameplay functionality, offering a surreal crossover for PC players.
Heroic madlad is working multiplayer into Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and the brass ring of the whole thing is…
A modder named Marczuk Michał is developing an experimental multiplayer mod for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, allowing players to see each other as ghost NPCs. The mod is in early stages but already features animating player models with synced animations and equipment. Future plans include adding multiplayer dice games.
My thirst for campervanning has been quenched by Outbound’s Steam Next Fest demo and a Cyberpunk 2077 mod
This article compares the campervanning experience in the demo of the upcoming game Outbound with a new mod for Cyberpunk 2077. The author explores the relaxing simulation aspects of Outbound and the immersive, albeit cramped, 'housetruck' mod for Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting the different approaches to virtual travel and survival.
Ambitious Fallout: New Vegas Van Buren remake mod locks in an early March release date for its second demo
The modding team behind Fallout: The New West, a remake of the cancelled Fallout 3 project Van Buren, has announced that their second demo will be released on March 5th. This new demo will feature an alternate start for Fallout: New Vegas, set within the Tibbets prison.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties mod swaps Goh Hamazaki's face, ditching likeness of actor accused of sexual assault
A mod for Yakuza Kiwami 3 has been released that replaces the likeness of actor Teruyuki Kagawa, who voiced and appeared as Goh Hamazaki, with the character's original appearance from Yakuza 3. This change addresses fan backlash stemming from sexual assault allegations against Kagawa. Future plans for the mod include restoring the original voice actor, Joji Takahashi, and matching facial animations to the PlayStation 3 version.
43 Best Baldur’s Gate 3 Mods To Download In 2026
This guide lists 43 of the best mods available for Baldur's Gate 3 in 2026, covering a wide range of improvements from quality-of-life fixes to gameplay overhauls. Larian Studios has implemented full mod support, making it easier for players on PC and consoles to enhance their experience, though PC offers a more extensive selection.
Best GTA 5 mods 2026 - from graphics updates to new cars
This guide details the best mods available for Grand Theft Auto 5, covering a wide range of enhancements from graphical updates and new vehicles to gameplay overhauls and single-player missions. It also provides instructions on how to install mods, including necessary tools like Script Hook V and OpenIV, while cautioning users about the risks of using mods in GTA Online.
The best Fallout New Vegas mods
This guide details numerous mods available for Fallout New Vegas, enhancing the decade-old RPG with new textures, quests, and gameplay mechanics. It covers popular mods like Project Nevada, New California, and JSawyer Ultimate, alongside installation instructions using Fallout Mod Manager.
Best Valheim mods for 1.0: updated September 2026
This guide details the best mods available for Valheim, despite the game not officially supporting modding. It covers installation methods, primarily using the BepInEx framework, and highlights various mods that enhance crafting, trading, visuals, equipment management, custom textures, hero abilities, food stats, loot systems, world generation, camera perspectives, farming, timekeeping, and archery. The article also mentions official commands and cheats as an alternative to mods.
15 Great Total-Conversion Mods To Make Your Old Games Feel Brand New
This article highlights 15 total-conversion mods that breathe new life into older PC games. These mods, created by amateur developers, can introduce new stories, worlds, or even act as sequels to beloved titles. Examples include Star Wars Genesis for Starfield, Enderal: Forgotten Stories for Skyrim, and Fallout London for Fallout 4.
