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Building on Burnout and an underwhelming predecessor are Wreckreation 2’s missions, and so far it’s a promising patch of Paradise
Wreckreation 2, developed by Three Fields Entertainment under the new name When Tides Turn, aims to recapture the spirit of Burnout Paradise with a more focused and physical arcade racing experience. The sequel moves away from the open, bland environments of its predecessor to a city setting, featuring improved car collision physics and a more natural driving model. The team plans an open development process, utilizing public demos for player feedback before release, and is self-publishing the title.
Kiln Player Uses Top Hat Trick to Break Enemy Psyche | HappyGamer
A player in the game Kiln has popularized a unique psychological strategy involving the gradual switching of cosmetic top hats to make opponents believe they are shrinking. This tactic leverages human perception and has sparked discussion about its effectiveness against experienced players and its broader implications for player expression and emergent gameplay in indie titles.
The Daily Grind: Do you aura farm in MMORPGs?
This article discusses the concept of 'aura farming,' a slang term for effortlessly building charisma or 'rizz' within MMORPGs. It draws parallels to activities like 'banksitting' in Ultima Online and the social hubs in City of Heroes, where players gather to be seen and express themselves.