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This article discusses recent unofficial game patches and mods, highlighting a Starfield mod that adds over 2300 light sources to its cities and a new path tracing mod for Max Payne. The focus is on community-driven enhancements for various games.
Factory Automation RPG moorestech Closed Beta Set for June 2026
Independent Japanese developer sakastudio has announced that its factory automation anime RPG, moorestech, will hold a closed beta test in June 2026. The game features a unique gear-based power system and a story campaign where players advance through various technological eras. moorestech is scheduled for a PC release via Steam in the third quarter of 2026 and will heavily emphasize modding with full source code availability.
This Skyrim mod that makes NPCs AI chatterboxes just got a massive overhaul
A significant overhaul has been released for Mantella, a Skyrim mod that uses AI and large language models to enable dynamic NPC conversations. The new version 0.14 enhances NPC awareness, world interaction, and allows for complex multi-NPC group conversations, aiming to make non-player characters more lifelike.
We're Sure Nintendo Will Have No Issues At All With This New PC Creature Battler
Olympus Rangers, a new PC creature battler from developer Mechano and publisher Jandusoft, has released a debut trailer. The game features turn-based battles with customizable creatures and avatars, and appears heavily inspired by the Pokémon series. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are likely monitoring the game's development, especially given its modding focus.
Cel-Shaded Fantasy Survival Game Stormforge Teases Gameplay Features in Trailer
Roboto Games has released a new trailer for its cel-shaded fantasy survival crafting game, Stormforge, showcasing gameplay features. The cooperative experience supports up to 8 players and will launch into Early Access on PC in 2026. The game features procedurally generated worlds, deep modding support, and unique magical storm mechanics.
Olympus Rangers Announced for PC
Olympus Rangers, a new creature battler, has been announced for PC. The game allows players to fully customize their teams, battle in various modes, and share their creations like avatars, stages, and moves via Steam Workshop. It supports both 2D sprite and 3D gameplay, with online and local multiplayer options.
'ANNIHILATE THE SPANCE' FIRST MAJOR UPDATE OUT NOW!
Skyglow Softworks has released the first major update, Version 0.91, for their RTS base builder Annihilate the Spance. This update includes a significant Unity Engine overhaul for improved performance, revamped campaigns, new factions, extensive modding support, and numerous other enhancements and bug fixes.
Game History and Preservation
Modders have successfully ported Final Fantasy VII Remake to run on the Nintendo Switch Lite, reportedly utilizing only 8GB of RAM. This achievement highlights the potential for game preservation and unofficial ports, something Square Enix has not pursued for the title.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred
PC Gamer magazine's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, including hands-on gameplay and developer interviews. The issue also includes previews for Directive 8020 and Crimson Desert, reviews for several other titles, and a feature on the best PC RPGs.
Star Trucker Business Ventures Update Live
The "Business Ventures" update for Star Trucker is now live on PC and consoles, allowing players to customize their truck interiors and take on "Galactic Handyman" jobs. This free update introduces new job types and rewards, including unique interior customizations and valuable ingots. Star Trucker is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Game and Mod Development
Transport Fever 3 has revealed its Curated Mods Program, indicating a new initiative to support and manage user-created modifications for the game. This program aims to enhance the game's longevity and player experience through community contributions.
Transport Fever 3 takes modding to a new level with a Curated Mods Program
Urban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will feature a Curated Mods Program to enhance the modding experience. The game will offer powerful modding tools, cross-platform mod availability through an in-game hub, and early access for established modders. The Curated Mods Program will provide dedicated support and financial grants to select modders, with their creations specially marked in-game.
Transport Fever 3: Urban Games Announces Curated Mods Program and Steps up Beta Testing
Urban Games has announced a new Curated Mods Program for Transport Fever 3, granting early access and support to select modders to ensure high-quality mods are available at launch. The studio is also initiating closed beta tests for consoles, focusing on stability and performance. The game will feature enhanced modding tools and cross-platform mod availability, with a new automated mod-approval system developed in collaboration with Sony and Microsoft.
Transport Fever 3: Urban Games kündigt Curated Mods Program an und intensiviert die Beta Tests
Urban Games has announced a new Curated Mods Program for Transport Fever 3, granting early access to select modders to ensure high-quality, developer-supported mods at launch. The company is also intensifying closed beta testing, including for consoles, to focus on stability and performance. Transport Fever 3 will feature enhanced modding tools and an integrated Mod Hub, with a curated selection of mods available from release.
Transport Fever 3 Curated Mods Program Announced
Urban Games has announced the Curated Mods Program for their upcoming simulator, Transport Fever 3. This program will provide early access to experienced modders, ensuring high-quality, developer-supported mods are available at launch. Transport Fever 3 is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Transport Fever 3 brings modders in early to start the new city builder on the right foundations
Developer Urban Games is involving modders early in the development of Transport Fever 3 through a new 'Curated Mods Program' during its closed beta. This initiative aims to ensure a wide selection of high-quality mods are available at launch, building on the modder-friendly legacy of Transport Fever 2. The program offers dedicated support and early access to modders with a proven track record, with plans to continue supporting creators post-launch.
Transport Fever 3 curated mods program revealed, closed beta testing comes to console
Urban Games has announced a curated mods program for Transport Fever 3, granting community modders access and early beta testing opportunities. The game will launch simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC with cross-platform modding support on day one, facilitated by a new automated approval system developed with Sony and Microsoft. A closed beta for the console versions is also planned to ensure a smooth launch.
Crimson Desert's Kliff mocap actor thinks your sexy mods are "hilarious," gives modders his blessing to go wild "as long as no one is actually being hurt"
Trevor McEwan, the motion capture actor for Crimson Desert's protagonist Kliff, has expressed amusement and given his blessing to the creation of adult-themed mods for the game. He stated that as long as players are having fun and no one is being harmed, he doesn't mind the community's creative endeavors, drawing parallels to the enduring popularity of mods for other games like Resident Evil.
Windrose's first mods are already adding quality-of-life improvements "for captains who'd rather be chasing horizons than managing menus"
The open-world pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Kraken Express, has seen a strong early access launch on Steam, with players quickly creating quality-of-life mods. Popular mods focus on reducing tedious tasks, expanding storage, and improving resource scaling, addressing player feedback about managing menus and inventory.
This Windrose Mod Makes Fast Travel Way More Convienent
A new mod for the survival-crafter Windrose, created by yakuzadeso, significantly improves the game's fast travel system by allowing players to click on the map to travel between points. This mod removes the need to place multiple Fast Travel Bells and interact directly with them, making traversal across islands much more convenient. The game, developed by Kraken Express, is currently in early access on PC and has sold over a million copies.
