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One mad modder got the entirety of The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind running on Fallout 4's in-game Pip-Boy
Modder RPGKing117 has created a mod for Fallout 4 that allows players to run The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind within the game's Pip-Boy interface and computer terminals. The mod utilizes a hidden window of OpenMW that streams its framebuffer into Fallout 4's display in real-time, requiring both games and the Fallout 4 Script Extender to function.
As well as adding all of Hades 1 into Hades 2, the Zagreus' Journey mod now brings new boons, story beats, and more
The 'Zagreus' Journey' mod for Hades II has reached version 1.0, significantly expanding its scope beyond integrating the original Hades. The mod now includes new story elements, character boons, and cosmetic items, while also incorporating features from other mods like Charon's Tip Jar and Flip The Arcana. Supergiant Games has officially endorsed the mod, praising its impressive execution.
Elden Ring modder bringing Morrowind to FromSoftware's RPG says it's "the most complex mod ever created," but he's "made tremendous progress"
A modder known as InfernoPlus is porting The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind into FromSoftware's Elden Ring, describing it as the most complex mod ever created. Despite the challenges of recreating systems like crime and punishment, significant progress has been made, with the mod entering a playable state. The creator is also seeking volunteers for art and voice acting to further develop the project.
Someone modded Hades into Hades 2, and even the roguelike masters at Supergiant are "blown away"
Supergiant Games has acknowledged a fan-made mod for Hades 2, titled Zagreus' Journey, which successfully integrates all regions, enemies, and bosses from the original Hades into the sequel. The mod allows players to experience the first game's content as Melinoe, with additional NPC encounters and features, and recently received its 1.0 release on PC.
This Hades 2 mod lets you take on the original game as Mel, and adds a ton of new Boons to boot
A new mod for Hades II, titled 'Zagreus' Journey,' allows players to experience the original Hades game within Hades II, featuring Melinoe as the playable character. The mod also introduces new content such as Prophecies, Incantations, cosmetics, Chaos Trials, and Boons from characters like Sisyphus and Eurydice. It requires an installation of the original Hades to function.
Ambitious Hades 2 Mod Combines It With Everything From The First Game
A new mod for Hades II, titled Zagreus Journey, allows players to experience the entirety of the original Hades game within the sequel, playing as Melinoë. This ambitious mod includes returning areas, enemies, characters, and integrates Melinoë into the narrative. Supergiant Games has praised the mod, which is available for PC and Steam Deck and requires both Hades and Hades II to be installed.
Hades 2 mod brings the first game's encounters & bosses to the sequel
A new mod for Hades II allows players to experience encounters and bosses from the original Hades within the sequel. This mod enables players to take on the challenges Zagreus faced as Melinoe in Hades II.
shapez 2 is a thoroughly chilled time building up a shape-cutting factory
shapez 2 has launched its 1.0 version, introducing a new Manufacture Mode for large-scale factories, advanced automation tools, achievements, and modding support via Steam Workshop. Despite some reported instability issues on Linux, the game maintains an Overwhelmingly Positive user rating on Steam for its relaxed factory-building gameplay.
Space strategy game Sins of a Solar Empire 2 drops its gen-AI artwork amid a huge new UI overhaul
Sins of a Solar Empire 2 has received a major update, 'UI Horizons,' which overhauls the game's user interface and removes AI-generated artwork in favor of human-drawn portraits. The update also introduces a highly requested in-game map editor, improved enemy AI, new defensive tools for all factions, and various engine optimizations.
Hytale boss doesn't want its mod browser to feel like "a shopping mall," but is exploring ways to support creators
Hytale founder Simon Collins-Laflamme is exploring ways to support mod creators without implementing a traditional paid mod system. The current plan is to keep mods free to install within the in-game browser, with potential future options for players to voluntarily support creators through systems similar to Patreon. This approach aims to foster a discovery-driven modding ecosystem rather than a commercial marketplace.
Full Metal Gear Solid 2 source code leaks online on 30th April
The full source code for Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, including assets for various versions up to the PlayStation Vita, has been leaked online. The leak occurred on April 30th, a date significant to the game's narrative, leading to speculation about its origins. Fans are discussing potential modding possibilities such as VR support and raytracing.
Morrowind turns 24 today, so come Nerevar and celebrate as an Elder Scrolls tax collector with this huge OpenMW quest mod
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind is celebrating its 24th anniversary. A new mod called 'Death and Taxes' for the OpenMW engine reimplementation adds over 100 new quests to the game, expanding the joinable Imperial Offices of Census and Excise faction. The mod requires the base game, its DLCs, and several other fan-made components.
Survivor Mercs Finally Crosses The Finish Line With 1.0 Launch | HappyGamer
Survivor Mercs has officially launched its 1.0 version after 2.5 years in Early Access, releasing on Steam, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5. The update introduces a new map, M.E.G.A. Corp. Datacenter, featuring the Krak-N boss, alongside Steam Workshop integration for custom skins and enhanced Crowd Control features for streamers.
Modder releases loader to turn the PS5 into a Linux system
A modder has released a loader that allows the PlayStation 5 to function as a Linux system. This development marks a significant step for Linux enthusiasts and the modding community interested in the console's capabilities.
EVE Online dev pays out $80,000 to mod contest winners for its experimental survival MMO
CCP Games, the developer of EVE Online, has awarded $80,000 to winners of a modding contest for its blockchain-based survival MMO, EVE Frontier. The top prize of $25,000 went to CradleOS for an in-game civilization-building tool, with other prizes awarded for features like a bounty system and a marketplace rendered as a social space. EVE Frontier is currently in early access and offers Founder Access on its website.
Rocket League Gets Easy Anti-Cheat, Kills Popular Mod Scene | HappyGamer
Psyonix has implemented Easy Anti-Cheat into Rocket League, effectively ending the game's popular modding scene. This decision has divided the PC gaming community, with some supporting the move for competitive integrity and others lamenting the loss of quality-of-life improvements and custom content. The article questions the trade-off between anti-cheat measures and player freedom in PC gaming.
You Can Now Install Linux on Your PS5, Transforming It into a Steam Machine
A method has been shared on GitHub allowing users to install Linux on disc-based PlayStation 5 consoles running firmware versions 3.xx or 4.xx. This soft mod, which requires reinstallation after each reboot, enables the console to function as a Steam Machine, with footage showing Grand Theft Auto 5 running with enhanced ray tracing. The developer is working on features to retain the Linux installation in Rest Mode and support for higher refresh rates.
Morning Patches
The unofficial RTX Remix Mod for Quake 3 Arena has been updated to include 27 fully remastered levels. This mod enhances the classic game with modern graphical features.
inZOI CurseForge Mods Face Brief Downtime for Engine Update | HappyGamer
The modding platform for the life simulation game inZOI is undergoing a temporary downtime for a major engine update to version 5.6. The maintenance window is scheduled for two hours, during which installed mods may not function correctly. While mod data will be preserved, players will need to manually update their mods after the migration is complete.
Cities: Skylines II Launches Paradox Mods Platform Improvements And Spring Cleaning Patch | Console Creatures
Iceflake Studios and Paradox Interactive have released an update for Cities: Skylines II that overhauls the Paradox Mods platform. The update introduces features for sharing and downloading playsets, improves UI speed, and enables parallel downloads for up to three mods simultaneously to streamline the modding process.
