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Mods Enable Bloodborne to Run on PS5 at 120 FPS and Super High Resolution
A modder has enabled Bloodborne to run on the PlayStation 5 at 120 FPS and a super high resolution. This enhancement was not provided through an official update or remaster from Sony.
Dark Souls 2 seamless co-op mod is "close" to being playtest-ready, having morphed into one of its creator's "most complicated and ambitious projects to date"
Modder Yui has announced that their seamless co-op mod for Dark Souls 2 is nearing playtest readiness, describing it as one of their most complex projects. The mod, which will support up to six players, is specifically for the Scholar of the First Sin edition due to engine differences compared to other FromSoftware titles. Alpha testing will be free, though initial support will be prioritized for Patreon backers.
"The world is built": Skyblivion devs call for extra quest-making hands to help overcome the massive mod's "final roadblocks" to release
The developers of the massive Oblivion mod, Skyblivion, are seeking additional volunteers, particularly those with quest editing experience, to help overcome final release roadblocks. While locations are nearly complete, the team is focusing on implementing quests and fixing bugs. They have indicated that detailed progress updates with completion percentages are less relevant at this stage.
'Half-Life 2 RTX has shrunk from 80 GB to 50 GB': RTX Remix 1.5 update shrinks file sizes, and also starts…
The latest update for Nvidia's RTX Remix platform, version 1.5, significantly reduces the file sizes of RTX-enhanced games. Half-Life 2 RTX has shrunk from 80 GB to 50 GB, and Portal with RTX from 25 GB to 17 GB, thanks to the integration of RTX IO technology. The update also introduces 'smooth normals' for better geometry appearance and improved viewport light controls, alongside new 'RTX Remix Skills' to assist modders with AI integration.
Surprise PS4 System Update 13.52 Brings Bad News for Some
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released PlayStation 4 system software update 13.52, which includes security fixes aimed at patching exploits and deterring modding and hacking attempts. While the official patch notes are brief, this update is seen as a move to further secure the console, despite its age and the existence of prior jailbreaks. The update comes as support for last-gen platforms like the PS4 continues to diminish for newer game releases.
Dead by Daylight will let players make their own maps and modes with sandboxed modding
Behaviour Interactive announced that Dead by Daylight will receive official mod support in 2027, allowing players to create their own maps and game modes. This feature was revealed during the game's 10th Anniversary celebration. The year 2027 will also see a visual overhaul and a new chapter based on The Casting of Frank Stone.
Dead by Daylight unveils modding support, a visual overhaul, and a Scooby-Doo collaboration during 10th anniversary celebrations
Behaviour Interactive celebrated Dead by Daylight's 10th anniversary by announcing significant upcoming changes, including official modding support planned for 2027 and a visual overhaul with dynamic weather. The developer also teased new content such as collaborations with Friday the 13th's Jason, Terrifier's Art the Clown, and Scooby-Doo, alongside new original chapters and cosmetics.
Doloc Town Launches Steam Workshop Support in Final Major Update Ahead of 1.0 Release - There’s Never Been a Better Time to Jump In Before Upcoming Price Increase
Logoi Games announced that Doloc Town, a pixel-art farming sim developed by RedSaw Games, has received a major update introducing full Steam Workshop support. This update allows for extensive community modding ahead of the game's 1.0 release, which will also include a price increase. A limited-time discount is available until June 25th.
Dead by Daylight 10th anniversary marked with new character, map and major game improvement reveals
Behaviour Interactive celebrated Dead by Daylight's 10th anniversary by revealing future content and improvements. The game will receive new characters like Jason Voorhees and the first Indigenous survivor, Shane Wiigwaas, along with new maps and game modes. A significant visual overhaul is planned for 2027, and the game will introduce a robust modding suite for the community.
As Dead by Daylight turns 10, Behavior unveils game-changing overhaul that will "make the next ten better than the first"
Behavior Interactive is celebrating Dead by Daylight's 10th anniversary with a major game overhaul planned for 2027, focusing on visual upgrades, improved animations, and dynamic weather. The developer is also introducing creative modding tools, new game modes including a 1v1 experience and a zombie mode, and new licensed content like Art the Clown from Terrifier and collaborations with Diablo and Scooby-Doo.
You can download Planescape: Torment's unofficial DLC mod right now
The fan-made expansion 'Blizzard in Baator' for Planescape: Torment is now available, adding new story content, characters, and locations. Act one of the mod, which is described as significantly larger than the Siege of Dragonspear expansion, can be downloaded from Github. The content is balanced for a level 16 Nameless One.
This massively ambitious The Witcher 3 mod aims to recreate its biggest cut questline, and you could be the voice of…
A fan-made mod project called The WAR Project aims to recreate a major cut questline from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, focusing on the Catriona Plague and the return of the character Iorveth. The ambitious 10-hour expansion is currently 25% complete and is seeking voice actors for various roles in English and Polish, including Geralt. The mod is slated for a February 2027 release.
Dying Light 2 is a platform now, as the Breach update opens up Techland's zombie survival game 'even more to…
Techland has released the 'Breach' update for Dying Light 2, significantly enhancing its modding and user-generated content (UGC) capabilities. This update introduces official mods like a third-person perspective and low-gravity mode, alongside community-created experiences that transform the game into genres like soulslike or survival horror. The move aims to expand player creativity and offer new ways to experience the zombie survival game.
Dying Light 2 just got a whole new lease on life, powered by hand-picked community creators
Techland has released a major update for Dying Light 2 called 'The Breach,' which integrates curated community mods and creator-built maps to offer new gameplay experiences. The update also includes UI improvements and enhancements to the early game, making the prologue shorter and smoother. Progression carries over between the main game and the new community content.
Witcher 3 modders are restoring the RPG's massive cut plague questline, just in case CD Projekt's Songs of the Past expansion isn't enough extra Geralt
A modding team known as The WAR Project is recreating a massive cut questline from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that focused on a plague and involved characters like Geralt, Iorveth, and Vincent Meis. Led by MerseyRockoff, the mod aims to restore the content that CD Projekt Red originally cut, with a demo featuring four quests already available. The final release is planned for 2027 and is expected to rival a full expansion in length.
While you're waiting for Valheim 1.0, why not try this map that transforms it into a massive RPG?
A new mod called 'Adventure Map' transforms Valheim into a massive RPG experience, featuring hand-crafted locations, quests, and characters developed over two years. While the original Valheim focuses on procedural generation and base building, this mod offers a curated adventure with inns, shops, and guided quests, providing a different way to experience the game.
There are already two mods to make Gothic Remake's lockpicking less painful
Two mods have been released for the Gothic Remake to address player frustration with its lockpicking system. While developer Alkimia Interactive is monitoring player sentiment and notes that lockpicking becomes easier with skill points, mods like 'Unlock All Chests and Doors' and 'Lockpick Settings' offer immediate solutions for players seeking a less tedious experience. Other popular mods focus on performance improvements and adding interactable object icons.
Chronicles Medieval's biggest battles will test whether you're "the sort of lord that men want to die for"
Raw Power Games provided an in-depth look at the large-scale medieval battles featured in their upcoming game, Chronicles: Medieval. Senior Game Designer Gareth Bourn and Community Lead Clemens Koch detailed how players will command hundreds of soldiers, manage unit morale, and influence battles through their own combat prowess. The game, which blends RPG elements with sandbox storytelling, is set to launch into early access on Steam in 2026 and will feature modding support from the ground up.
EA Sports College Football 27 is reportedly coming to PC for the first time – everything you need to know
EA Sports College Football 27 is reportedly coming to PC for the first time, with an official announcement expected soon. The PC version is hinted at by the mention of an EA Play Pro Edition, a PC-only subscription service. If confirmed, this would be a significant platform expansion for the revived series, potentially including crossplay with PlayStation 5 and Xbox, and opening the door for a robust modding community.
Morrowind modder returns to remake a 20-year-old epic—a beloved 'Discworld, not Monty Python' project that's 'unexpectedly lore-friendly'
Muffinwind Rebaked, a remake of the 2006 Morrowind mod Muffinwind, has been completed. The mod adds a 20-hour narrative with new quests, aiming for a comedic tone described as 'Discworld, not Monty Python,' while incorporating Elder Scrolls lore. Two versions are available: Muffinwind Rebaked and Muffinwind Vanilla.
