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The Witcher 3 Remastered sees CD Projekt Red work with one of the RPG's most beloved modders to make his work…
CD Projekt Red has announced an official remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which will feature improved visuals and combat. The remaster is being developed in collaboration with modder HalkHogan, whose popular HD Reworked Project will be integrated into the official release. The Witcher 3 Remastered is scheduled to launch on September 29th for PC and consoles.
The Witcher 3 Remastered includes work from a top modder, as CD Projekt Red follow the path they walked with the RPG's next-gen update
CD Projekt Red is collaborating with modder HalkHogan, creator of the HD Reworked Project, for the upcoming free remastered update of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. HalkHogan's work, which enhances character, monster, and environment visuals, will be officially integrated into the game on September 29th for PC and consoles, making the standalone mod unnecessary. This follows a similar collaboration for the game's previous next-gen update, highlighting CD Projekt Red's recognition and compensation of modders' contributions.
CD Projekt Red snuck 30 improvements into The Witcher 3 Remastered reveal, including "immersive meditation," new quest tracking, a loot rework, and Switch 2 exclusives
CD Projekt Red revealed a free remaster update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, launching September 29, which includes significant improvements such as updated combat, enhanced visuals, and polished movement. The update will feature over 30 enhancements, including cross-platform mod support, immersive meditation, UI improvements, a looting rework, and advanced graphical features like ray tracing and path tracing on PC, with specific support for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC technologies like DLSS and FSR.
Hytale modders reveal WoWTale, aiming to recreate WoW ahead of World Gen 2.0
Modders are recreating elements of World of Warcraft within the game Hytale, with a project called WoWtale aiming to build a rendition of the classic MMO. The team is currently awaiting the 'World Gen 2.0' update for Hytale and is working on individual components like the Deadmines dungeon while seeking contributors.
Red Dead Redemption 2 fans make the DLC they've always wanted with a massive Mexico mod that features new NPCs,…
A massive fan-made mod for Red Dead Redemption 2, named "Nuevo Paraíso," will launch on September 16th, recreating the Mexican territory from the first game. The mod features new NPCs, settlements, activities, and aims to seamlessly integrate into the 1907 timeline of Red Dead Redemption 2. It will be available for free on PC via Nexus Mods.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Getting A Mexico Expansion Soon, But Not From Rockstar
A fan-made mod called Nuevo Paraiso–The Forgotten Frontier is set to release on September 16 for Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC, adding a Mexico expansion with new content and characters. While Rockstar Games has not released official story DLC for the game, this mod aims to connect the prequel to the original Red Dead Redemption. The article also briefly mentions ongoing development and leaks for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Red Dead Redemption 2: Nuevo Paraiso, the latest Mexico expansion mod for Rockstar's western, releases next month
The latest Mexico expansion mod for Red Dead Redemption 2, titled Nuevo Paraiso, is set to release on September 16th. Developed by modder Rixus724, the mod aims to recreate Mexico as a living frontier within the game's 1907 timeline, featuring new settlements, political unrest, and hidden secrets. It will be available via Nexus Mods and requires the base game and RDR2's Script Hook.
Massive Morrowind mod Tamriel Rebuilt's Poison Song expansion is out now, complete with new quests to join Great House Indoril and the Ordinators
The Tamriel Rebuilt modding project for The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind has released its 'Poison Song' expansion, adding the mainland province's mainland to the game. This update introduces new quests allowing players to join Great House Indoril and the Temple Ordinators, as well as the new Orethan Fields region.
If you're desperate for more Baldur's Gate 3, here's a 6-hour mini-campaign all about Astarion with 4 different endings and 6 new companions
A new mod for Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'A Dream of Silence: Revamped,' offers a six-hour mini-campaign focused on the character Astarion. This mod, created by Abigail Corfman and developed by lizardphunk, takes place within Astarion's mind and features four different endings and six new companions. While Larian Studios has stated they will not expand Baldur's Gate 3 further, this mod showcases the potential of the game's modding tools, with the possibility of future custom campaigns.
Kingdom Hearts modder turns an indie love letter to the JRPG series into an even more blatant Kingdom Hearts-like
A modder named Dallin1016 has created mods for the indie game Duskfade, making it even more similar to the Kingdom Hearts series by adding Sora's iconic outfit, hairstyle, and Keyblade. Duskfade itself is an action RPG inspired by classic PS2 titles, including Kingdom Hearts, and features gameplay elements like fighting shadowy enemies and light RPG progression. The mods are available on NexusMods, and Duskfade has received a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam.
Hytale brings Update 6 next week with a hardcore mode and network improvements
Hytale is releasing Update 6 next week, introducing a new hardcore mode for its online RPG experience. The update also includes a mod browser, enhanced creative tools, performance improvements, and significant network enhancements to facilitate easier online connections between players.
Don't tell Nintendo, but I turned GTA 5 into Pokémon Go using a mod
A mod for Grand Theft Auto 5, dubbed 'Pokémon Go GTA Edition,' transforms the game's world into a Pokémon-catching experience. Players can encounter and capture creatures like Geodude and Squirtle within Los Santos, though the mod's functionality may be affected by other installed modifications.
Two Players, One PS1 Classic: Metal Gear Solid Co-Op Shown Off In New Trailer
A trailer has been released showcasing a co-op mod in development for the original 1998 PlayStation game Metal Gear Solid. This fan-made project aims to bring the classic title online for two players, utilizing emulation and reverse-engineering without altering the game's core design. While a release date is not yet set, the mod creator emphasizes this is a world-first attempt at a true online multiplayer experience for the game.
The first big Skyrim update in ages is huge news for mods, and Bethesda promises it "should not affect load…
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing a significant update for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition that will increase console mod storage limits and improve Creations features. The studio has assured players that this update should not negatively impact existing load orders, a concern that arose following a similar patch for Fallout 4.
Fallout 4 fans let out as a sigh of relief as Bethesda quadruples the RPG's mod limit without breaking everything…
Bethesda Game Studios has released a Fallout 4 update that significantly improves modding capabilities by increasing the BA2 archive limit from 256 to 1024, effectively quadrupling the number of mods players can use. The update also enables PlayStation mods to utilize custom assets, a long-requested feature. Similar improvements are expected for Skyrim.
SimCity 4's biggest labor of love mod just fixed a 23-year-old frustration
The SimCity 4 Network Addon Mod (NAM) has released update 50, a significant overhaul to the game's transportation systems that addresses a 23-year-old 'Eternal Commuter Loop' bug. This update introduces the NAM DLL, enhancing stability and functionality, though it makes the mod incompatible with macOS and older disc editions. The update also reduces the mod's codebase size and loading times, making it easier to maintain and less prone to bugs.
I modded GTA 5 into a life-sim RPG with mining, foraging, a mini-economy, and the ability to fall asleep in the middle…
This article discusses how the Grand Theft Auto 5 mod 'Roleplay Alone' transforms the game into a life-sim RPG with features like mining, foraging, and a mini-economy. While not as immersive as the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 is promised to be, the mod adds entertaining blue-collar tasks and unique mechanics, such as falling asleep in the road to regain energy.
"Please stop": Skyrim and Fallout 4 players fear the worst as Bethesda has another go at "Creations…
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing updates for Fallout 4 and plans to release one for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, focusing on 'Creations' improvements, which players fear will break existing mods. Players are advised to save their load orders as a precaution against potential mod conflicts, a recurring issue with Bethesda's past updates, particularly the Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition.
Be warned: Fallout 4's next update may break your mods - and there's a similar one for Skyrim in the works, too
Bethesda is releasing a new update for Fallout 4 that may break existing mods, advising players to back up their save files and mod load orders. A similar update is also planned for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. These updates are necessary for the continued support of these older, mod-heavy titles as Bethesda works on future installments.
Heads up, Fallout 4 and Skyrim players: New updates are incoming, so it's time to tend to your mods
Bethesda Game Studios is releasing new updates for Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, focusing on improvements to their Creations content systems. Players are advised to back up their mod load orders before the Fallout 4 patch on August 18th, as previous updates have caused issues with mod compatibility. Details for the Skyrim update will be announced later.
