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Op Ed
The article discusses two separate controversies in the gaming industry: backlash surrounding Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology and criticism of The Sims 4's new Maker Marketplace, which is seen as an insult to players and modders.
Following a demo, DLC-sized New Vegas mod Fallout Chicago is aiming for a full release in 2027
The modding team behind Fallout Chicago, a large-scale expansion for Fallout: New Vegas, has released a demo and a roadmap targeting a full release in late 2027. The project aims to deliver three acts of its main story, with the team planning to address bugs and implement gameplay improvements throughout 2026 before releasing subsequent acts in 2027.
Todd Howard says the only thing wrong with paid mods for Skyrim and Fallout is that people don't buy them: "Our issue now actually is getting that content in front of more people"
Bethesda director Todd Howard believes the current paid mods system for games like Skyrim and Fallout is healthy and beneficial for both creators and the company. He expressed a desire to make this content more accessible to players, despite community concerns about the impact on free mods.
A Mod To Turn Baldur's Gate 3 Into Baldur's Gate 1 Is In The Works, Demo Out Now
A team of modders known as Deathbringer's Reign is developing a large-scale mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that aims to recreate the original 1998 game, Baldur's Gate. The mod will include most content from Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition, with the exception of the Siege of Dragonspear expansion. A demo is currently available, though the team is seeking volunteers to help with development, particularly with challenges like recreating the city of Baldur's Gate and lip-syncing animations.
On the ground at PlayerUnknown's 2-day in-studio modjam where devs broke their own game
PlayerUnknown Productions held a two-day in-studio modjam for its upcoming game, Prologue, where developers experimented with modifying the game's engine and assets. The event aimed to foster creativity and explore community modding requests, with some ideas potentially influencing future game updates. Studio founder Brendan Greene emphasized the importance of human connection and building an open-source metaverse.
"The sheer scale is daunting": These Baldur's Gate 3 modders are remaking the entirety of Baldur's Gate 1 as a custom campaign, with a first demo already out
A team of modders, led by 786r786, is recreating the entirety of the original Baldur's Gate as a custom campaign for Baldur's Gate 3. The project, named Deathbringer's Reign, has released a demo featuring Candlekeep and plans to include all content from Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition. The modders are facing challenges in translating the original city's scale and implementing dialogue systems.
Best Slay the Spire 2 mods
This guide highlights the best mods for Slay the Spire, including those that add classic characters and implement useful quality-of-life tweaks to enhance gameplay.
Morrowind remake mod Skywind still looks like it could help my Skyrim-addled brain properly fall in love with the weirdest Elder Scrolls in latest showcase
The Skywind mod, a fan-made remake of The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind using Skyrim's engine, was recently showcased during a charity modding stream. The latest footage highlights the town of Gnisis and the cantons of Vivec, demonstrating atmospheric interiors and the imposing scale of the city. While still without a release date, the mod continues to evolve, offering a glimpse of a potential Morrowind remake.
Fallout Chicago, a DLC-sized New Vegas mod about the Brotherhood of Steel fighting a union mob, has a first demo out now
The first demo for Fallout Chicago, a large-scale mod for Fallout: New Vegas, is now available. This mod expansion focuses on the Brotherhood of Steel's conflict with a union mob in a post-apocalyptic Chicago. The demo includes the first act of the main story, side quests, and explorable locations.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Ultrawide Fix
This guide provides instructions for applying a mod using REFramework to enable ultrawide monitor support for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The workaround addresses the game's default 16:9 aspect ratio, which causes black bars on wider displays, and may also fix FOV issues. While the mod is effective for improving immersion, it currently works more reliably with the game's demo version due to potential anti-tamper protection issues in the full retail release.
Skyblivion project lead says the massive Oblivion remake mod is "in a great place" during its first proper showcase of 2026
The Skyblivion team, responsible for remaking The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion within The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's engine, has provided an update on their progress during a charity modding showcase. Project lead Kyle Rebel stated that the mod is in a 'great place' and the team is focused on bugfixing, with a release still aimed for as soon as possible, following a previous delay to 2026.
Slay the Spire 2 will give you the option to hide its most unsettling enemies
Mega Crit has announced that Slay the Spire 2 will include accessibility options to hide unsettling enemies, catering to players with phobias. The developer also plans to implement Steam Workshop support for the game, though a specific release timeline has not yet been provided.
Slay the Spire 2 will give you the option to hide its most unsettling enemies
Mega Crit has announced that Slay the Spire 2 will include accessibility options to hide unsettling enemies, catering to players with phobias. The developer also plans to implement Steam Workshop support for the game, though a specific release timeline has not yet been provided.
22 years later, this classic Half-Life zombie survival mod shambles onto Steam with all new features
The classic Half-Life zombie survival mod Zombie Panic! has been released on Steam with new features, 22 years after its initial debut. Developed by the Zombie Panic Team, this updated version includes improved compatibility, Steam Workshop support, new player models, weapons, animations, reworked maps, a fatigue system, and a hardcore mode. The original mod, released in 2004, was a precursor to the more well-known Zombie Panic! Source built on Half-Life 2's engine.
Evening Patches
This article discusses unofficial game modifications and patches, highlighting a major overhaul mod for Red Dead Redemption 2's Heartlands and Lower Dakota River areas, as well as an 80GB 4K landscape texture pack for Starfield.
The Sims 4 modding community is disappointed by new 'microtransaction' marketplace
The Sims 4 modding community has expressed disappointment with Electronic Arts' new 'microtransaction' marketplace. Creators feel that EA needs their contributions to make the marketplace successful, despite the company's perceived lack of support for the modding scene.
The Sims 4 modding community is disappointed by new 'microtransaction' marketplace
The Sims 4 modding community is expressing disappointment over a new 'microtransaction' marketplace. The article also speculates that a potential Businesses and Hobbies Expansion Pack could address issues found in the Get to Work expansion.
A Project Zomboid modder is back, and is making a UK-themed map – so God Save the King
A Project Zomboid modder is developing a new map designed to resemble a small town in Suffolk, England, featuring British architectural staples and cultural references. The mod aims to provide a more localized survival experience, with details on UK life, legislation, and looting mechanics. While there is no release date, the project has garnered interest on Reddit. The article also briefly mentions the Fallout: London mod as another example of UK-themed content in games.
Modder behind cancelled Star Wars game's unofficial revival has 'no concern at all' about Disney reprisal: 'We pose little to no threat to any upcoming or ongoing titles'
A team of two modders has successfully revived the cancelled Star Wars shooter First Assault, enabling online multiplayer through a custom server and an emulator. Despite the game's original cancellation in 2013, the modders utilized AI and community efforts to overcome technical hurdles, including recreating a profile management server. The modders express no concern about potential reprisal from Disney, believing their project poses no threat to current or upcoming Star Wars titles.
DROP THE BOOM! TEARDOWN’S ONLINE MULTIPLAYER UPDATE BLASTS ONTO STEAM TODAY
Tuxedo Labs has released a major online multiplayer update for Teardown on PC via Steam, allowing up to 12 players to join in co-op campaign, competitive modes, and sandbox experiences. The update also introduces new official maps and enhances modding capabilities. Multiplayer is planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later this year.