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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered’s Next Update Aims for PS5 Improvements and Voiceover Fixes
CD Projekt RED is preparing a new update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, focusing on performance improvements for the PlayStation 5 version and addressing voiceover issues on consoles. The update will also introduce Ukrainian localization to more regions and aims to bring more mods to all platforms.
RuneScape Dragonwilds takes a deep-dive into December’s Luminance update and 2027’s two chapter saga
RuneScape: Dragonwilds revealed details about its upcoming December Luminance update, which continues the story past Kuldra's defeat and introduces new mechanics like songstone interaction and elven character customization. Jagex also provided a glimpse into the 2027 Blood Crystal Saga, a two-chapter narrative focusing on elven rebellion and direct conflict with the Nos Clan, alongside plans for modding support in early 2027.
Noematica is a lucid dreamer's "n-dimensional" take on The Sims that proudly boasts it will never ever gouge you for DLC
Asphodel Cybernetics' upcoming life simulation game, Noematica: Digital Dollhouse, is set to launch in 2027 with a commitment to never charging for DLC. Unlike EA Maxis's approach with The Sims, Noematica will be a single complete game with extensive modding support and interoperable assets for future titles.
Modder Turns Diablo 2 Resurrected Into a VR Game, But You Probably Can't Play It
A modder has successfully translated Diablo 2: Resurrected into a first-person virtual reality experience. While the mod allows players to immerse themselves in the game world, it is likely not playable by the general public.
Modders are furious as Claude-powered mashup mods flood social media
Long-time modders are expressing significant frustration with the rise of AI-generated "mashup" mods that combine unrelated games, citing a lack of creativity and potential copyright issues. This trend, fueled by advancements in AI models like Claude Opus 5.5, is currently circulating on social media platforms like Twitter/X, with platforms like Nexus Mods having policies against AI-generated content without explicit permission.
One of the most popular Total War: Warhammer 3 mods was 'deliberately corrupted' by its creator to sabotage…
The creator of the popular Total War: Warhammer 3 mod SFO Grimhammer III, Venris, deliberately corrupted the mod to prevent unauthorized AI-generated reuploads. This action was taken after nearly ten years of development and a desire to protect the community's work from AI appropriation. Following community support, Venris has since restored a working version of the mod.
I added October-appropriate zombies to Grand Theft Auto 5
This article details the installation and effects of the ZombieInfection mod for Grand Theft Auto 5. The mod introduces zombie pedestrians that convert other NPCs and even the player character, Franklin, into the undead horde, creating a chaotic and horrifying experience within Los Santos.
"Support modders, not AI": Total War: Warhammer 3 mod "deliberately corrupted" by its own creator in protest of AI-infused unauthorised reuploads
The creator of the Total War: Warhammer 3 mod SFO: Grimhammer 3 has deliberately corrupted the mod to protest unauthorized AI-infused reuploads. The modder, Venris, stated they will make the mod private if the issue persists, emphasizing support for human modders over AI. The mod aims to enhance lore-friendliness and battle entertainment in the game.
Modder Deliberately Corrupts Their Own Hugely Popular Total War: Warhammer III Mod as Row Over AI Escalates
The creator of a popular Total War: Warhammer III mod has deliberately corrupted their own work to prevent unauthorized reuploads. This action stems from a dispute over the use of AI-generated content in game modifications.
More than 450 Witcher 3 mods have already been updated to support the Remastered version
Over 450 mods for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt have been updated to support the recently released remastered version on PC. This rapid modding community response highlights the continued popularity of the game, though the article notes a distaste for AI-generated thumbnails in favor of traditional MS Paint art.
Grand Theft Auto 5 is a game about shapeshifting now. I don't make the rules
This article explores the impact of the Shapeshifter V mod on Grand Theft Auto 5, allowing players to transform into any pedestrian. The author discusses the novelty of this feature and its implications for gameplay, while also touching on the game's launch modes and comparing it to the game Prototype.
GTA 5 Modder Taunts Rockstar With Unofficial Nintendo Switch Port, Gets Cease and Desist from Take-Two
A modder who was creating an unofficial port of Grand Theft Auto V for the Nintendo Switch has received a cease and desist letter from Take-Two Interactive. The modder had previously taunted Rockstar Games about the project.
I have saved GTA 5 from death and also added tornadoes
The author details their daily struggle to keep Grand Theft Auto 5 running amidst extensive modding, even resorting to deleting random files to fix launch issues. A new mod, TornadoV, has been added, which introduces massive tornadoes to the game world, impacting gameplay and character survival.
LIVE: I'm hunting for the least probable Goku on Nexus Mods and no god or government can stop me
This article explores the phenomenon of modders adding the character Goku to various video games, focusing on the search for the most unusual or improbable Goku mods on Nexus Mods. It introduces a 'Saiyan Singularity Judgment' scoring system to evaluate mods based on their Gokuitude, Limit Breakability, and Wish Grantology.
Svenska roadtrip-spelet Keep Driving har släppts på konsol och fått moddstöd
The Swedish road trip game Keep Driving, developed by YCJY Games, has been released on consoles including Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game also now features official mod support via Steam Workshop, with the community already adding new vehicles, music, and gameplay modifications.
Call Of Duty Modders Add Skateboarding And Minecraft To Modern Warfare 2
Modders have introduced skateboarding mechanics from Skate 2 and a Minecraft-themed mode into the 2009 version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, with videos of these creations gaining viral attention. While the mods are available on GitHub, it remains uncertain if Activision will take action due to potential copyright issues. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
"Getting sidetracked doesn’t feel too unnatural": Baldur's Gate 3 Act Two Expansion modder on how they seamlessly fit a "detour" to fight an army into the RPG's plot
Modder SquallyDaBeanz discusses their custom campaign for Baldur's Gate 3, which adds a new chapter between Act 2 and Act 3. They explain how the mod seamlessly integrates a side quest into the main narrative, allowing players to explore without losing narrative momentum. The modder also touches on the challenges of modding the game, crediting community efforts for overcoming toolkit bugs and documentation gaps.
GTA 5 For Switch Mod Project Shuts Down, Dev Thanks Take-Two For Its “Mercy”
The creator of a Grand Theft Auto 5 mod project for the Nintendo Switch has shut down the initiative following a cease-and-desist notice from Take-Two Interactive. The developer expressed gratitude for what they perceived as Take-Two's leniency, suggesting the situation could have been worse. Rockstar Games recently updated its mod guidelines, prohibiting modifications for unsupported platforms.
GTA 5 modder behind Switch 1 port using Rockstar's leaked code says it's "shutting down" following action from the devs: "I am thankful for Take-Two's mercy"
A modder known as Mojso, who was developing an unofficial port of Grand Theft Auto 5 for the Nintendo Switch using leaked code, has announced the project is shutting down. This action follows new modding guidelines from Rockstar Games and a notice from parent company Take-Two Interactive, with Mojso expressing gratitude for leniency instead of legal action.
The Witcher 3 Remastered has scuppered an ambitious cut plague quest restoration mod, but there'll be "something extra" in the update that gets it working again
The recent remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has temporarily broken the WAR Project mod, which aims to restore an abandoned plague questline. Modders are working with CD Projekt Red and Yigsoft to update the mod, promising "something extra," likely including English voice acting, in its next release. The updated mod will be exclusive to the Remastered version.
