Unreal Engine 5
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inZOI’s Technical Evolution: Unreal Engine 5.6 Upgrade Promises a Smoother Virtual World
The inZOI Team announced that their Next Engine Preview beta branch, which tested Unreal Engine 5.6, will conclude on March 26. This upgrade has resulted in improved stability, reduced crashes, and enhanced performance. An official patch is being prepared for April, which will also include memory optimization for smoother gameplay.
Crimson Desert celebrates major milestone and wants your help to make it better: ‘We will listen closely to the wide range of feedback shared by the community’
Crimson Desert has sold over two million copies within 24 hours of its release, but is facing mixed reviews primarily due to technical issues and control scheme complaints, especially on controllers. Developer Pearl Abyss is actively seeking player feedback to address these concerns and improve the game, having already implemented fixes based on early reviews.
Lords of the Fallen Surpasses 2.5 Million Sales
CI Games announced that its dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen (2023), has sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide, surpassing its break-even point. The company also secured an additional $19 million in funding for the development of Lords of the Fallen II, which is set to launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, built on Unreal Engine 5.
Hardspace: Shipbreaker's Developer Is Working On A New Sci-Fi Action Game In Unreal Engine 5
Blackbird Interactive, the developer behind Hardspace: Shipbreaker, is currently working on a new, unannounced sci-fi action game. This upcoming title is being developed using Unreal Engine 5.
Norse Myth Meets High-Octane FPS: Registration Opens for the VILDE Closed Beta Test
Indie studio Chaotic Minds has opened registration for the closed beta test of their Norse-inspired roguelite shooter, VILDE. The beta features a significant overhaul, including a migration to Unreal Engine 5.6, reworked AI, new Amulet classes, ultimate abilities, and a deep meta-progression system. Players can sign up for a chance to receive a Steam key and test the game's enhanced combat and features.
Entropia Universe heralds a shift to Unreal Engine 5 and teases new upcoming content
Entropia Universe is transitioning to Unreal Engine 5, which will include rebuilt core gameplay and backend updates for better scalability. While a timeline for the full shift is not yet provided, existing game worlds have been imported to the new engine client. A new teaser trailer also hints at upcoming content updates and showcases the game's visual improvements.
Crystal Dynamics Announces A Fourth Round of Layoffs
Crystal Dynamics has conducted its fourth round of layoffs, impacting 20 employees. The studio stated that the upcoming Tomb Raider titles, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst, are unaffected. The remake of the 1996 game is slated for 2026, with the new mainline entry arriving in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Unknown Worlds Announces Subnautica 2 Early Access Launch for May 2026 - GameHaunt
Unknown Worlds Entertainment announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access in 2026 for PC via Steam, featuring optional 1-4 player co-op and built on Unreal Engine 5. The sequel moves to a new alien planet with unique ecosystems and creatures, aiming to evolve the survival mechanics of the original series.
Resident Evil-Styled Remakes Wouldn’t be Viable for Bethesda’s RPG, Says Former Developer
Former Bethesda developer Nate Purkeypile stated that full remakes on the scale of Resident Evil 2 and 4 are not viable for Bethesda's open-world RPGs due to their complex systems. He also noted that a "from scratch" remake would be prohibitively expensive. The discussion also touched on the possibility of Fallout 5 being developed by an external studio while Bethesda focuses on The Elder Scrolls 6.
You're laughing—Thomas the Tank Engine is being brutalized by Unreal Engine physics, and you're laughing
Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor, a new train simulator released on Steam, has gone viral due to unpredictable physics bugs. Players are sharing videos of Thomas the Tank Engine and other characters being launched with extreme violence by the Unreal Engine 5 physics. Despite these glitches, the game has received a 'Very Positive' rating from early reviewers.
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.
Inside Entropia Universe, the MMO Where Players Have Been Earning Real Money Since 2003
Entropia Universe, an MMORPG with a real-cash economy launched in 2003 by MindArk, is migrating to Unreal Engine 5. The game allows players to earn and withdraw real money, with in-game transactions historically reaching millions of dollars. MindArk is also implementing an AI system called CelestAI to model economic changes.
'A Transformed Game': Silent Hill F the Highlight of PS5 Pro's Upgrade
The PlayStation 5 Pro's new PSSR upgrade significantly improves the graphical fidelity of Silent Hill F, transforming it from a demonstration of the feature's flaws into a showcase. Other games like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Monster Hunter Wilds also see improvements in areas such as anti-aliasing, foliage rendering, and texture detail with the firmware update.
Judge Slams Subnautica 2 Publisher Krafton in Victory for Fired Workers, Orders Company Reinstate Boss and Extend $250 Million Bonus - IGN
A judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate former Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill and extend a $250 million bonus to employees of the Subnautica 2 studio, ruling in favor of the fired workers. The legal battle stemmed from allegations that Krafton fired key personnel to avoid paying the bonus, with claims that Krafton CEO Changhan Kim explored ways to circumvent the payout. The article also notes recent development updates for Subnautica 2, showcasing Unreal Engine 5's AI capabilities.
Parallel-universe MMORPG Prism 2033 announced
CyberNest Entertainment has announced Prism 2033, a sci-fi parallel-universe MMORPG built in Unreal Engine 5. The game is in development for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as smartphones, with pre-registration now available. Prism 2033 features a living world with evolving environments, dynamic NPCs, and player-driven world-building.
A First Look at the Universe of Futuristic MMORPG Prism 2033 - IGN
Prism 2033 is an upcoming open-world MMORPG set in a futuristic universe where humanity seeks a new home after Earth's collapse. Developed with Unreal Engine 5, the game emphasizes exploration of parallel worlds, detailed character creation, and dynamic NPC interactions within its central hub, Flux City. While the primary story can be played solo, multiplayer features include large-scale fleet battles. The game is planned for PC and mobile devices.
Total Chaos is a relentlessly bleak and occasionally terrifying remake of one of Doom's greatest mods, though its…
Total Chaos is a remake of a Doom 2 mod, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 by its original creator Sam Prebble. While it excels in atmosphere and environmental puzzles, its combat and narrative elements are less successful compared to its predecessor and modern survival horror titles.
inZOI’s March Update Tells a Story of Ambition vs. Reality
The ambitious life simulation game inZOI has delayed its March update, splitting content into later releases due to development challenges. Key features like an engine upgrade to Unreal Engine 5.6 and UI improvements have been pushed to April and May respectively. Despite these setbacks, the developer is maintaining transparency with players, emphasizing the importance of storytelling elements and long-term quality over rushed releases.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin PS5 features detailed, launches March 16
The anime-inspired open-world RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin will launch on March 16 for PlayStation 5, featuring detailed haptic feedback and adaptive trigger support through the DualSense controller. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game aims to immerse players in its world with nuanced tactile experiences for combat, exploration, and mini-games.
1348 Ex Voto review - Kingdom Come: Deliverance in medieval Italy
1348 Ex Voto is an action-adventure game set in 14th century Italy that struggles to live up to its potential, offering a beautiful but hollow world. The combat system is repetitive and frustrating, and the game suffers from performance issues on PC, making it an inferior experience compared to Kingdom Come: Deliverance.
