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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced grants my wish and cuts PS3-era online nonsense, but now it's been…
Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced is removing the original game's PS3-era online requirements, including the Kenway's Fleet feature which is now accessible offline. However, the remaster is introducing its own form of online functionality, drawing comparisons to Assassin's Creed Shadows. Game director Richard Knight confirmed these changes in a Reddit AMA.
10 Biggest Changes to Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced will feature significant changes compared to previous Assassin's Creed titles, marking the first full remake rather than a simple port or remaster. The article details 10 key alterations players can expect in the upcoming release.
Fallout: New Vegas remaster stalled by Bethesda's lack of ‘engineering know-how’
Plans for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster are reportedly stalled due to Bethesda's alleged lack of engineering expertise and potential inability to access the original game's source code. Former Obsidian designer Chris Avellone expressed doubts about Bethesda's capability to create a remaster, suggesting they might need to rebuild the game from scratch. This comes amidst fan hopes for a remaster, especially following the success of the Fallout TV show.
Fallout: New Vegas Remaster Unlikely Since Bethesda Lacks “Engineering Know-How”, Says Avellone
Designer Chris Avellone believes a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas is unlikely because Bethesda lacks the necessary engineering expertise. He noted that Bethesda's past acquisition of source code from Obsidian Entertainment for a small bonus indicates their limited capability to recreate the game. While both studios are now owned by Microsoft, Avellone suggests Bethesda should first attempt a Fallout 3 remaster to gain experience.
Fallout: New Vegas designer says don't hold your breath for an Oblivion-style remaster: "I don't think Bethesda has the engineering knowhow"
Fallout: New Vegas designer Chris Avellone expressed doubt about a potential remaster, suggesting Bethesda lacks the engineering capability. He indicated that the absence of source code from Obsidian Entertainment could prevent such a project, though using Unreal Engine or collaboration under Microsoft ownership might offer possibilities.
Here are our PS Plus Premium and Extra games for April
Sony has announced the games coming to PlayStation Plus Premium and Extra tiers for April, including Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and Squirrel with a Gun. PlayStation Plus Premium members will also gain access to Wild Arms 4. The Casting of Frank Stone, an interactive game set in the Dead by Daylight universe, is also highlighted.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Leak: New Characters & Story Content
A leak suggests Ubisoft is developing 'Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced,' a project that goes beyond a simple remaster by adding new characters and story content. This potential expansion aims to deepen Edward Kenway's narrative and explore more of the Golden Age of Piracy setting. The leak originated on the PS5 subreddit and has generated significant excitement among fans for a potential return to the beloved title.
Cancelled game 'Warcraft Adventure Lord of the Clans' gets an impressive remaster by DerSilver83 [UPDATE]
A fan-made remaster project for the cutscenes of the cancelled 1998 game Warcraft Adventures: Lord of the Clans has been released as version 1.3. This update significantly improves the visual quality of all 20 cutscenes, restores missing voices, adds new sound effects and music from Warcraft 1 and 3, and synchronizes audio. The original game, which was playable but had issues with its cutscenes, was leaked in 2016.
Talking Point: Which Zelda Game Would You Most Like To See Remade?
This article discusses which games in The Legend of Zelda series fans would most like to see remade. While rumors of an Ocarina of Time remake for the Switch 2 persist, various writers express desires for remakes of titles like Majora's Mask, Zelda II, A Link Between Worlds, and Four Swords Adventures, alongside other less frequently remade entries.
This Nightdive-remastered 3DO shooter shows why it took Halo to break PC gaming's FPS hegemony
This analysis discusses PO'ed, a 1995 first-person shooter originally developed by Any Channel and published by The 3DO Company, which has been remastered by Nightdive Studios. Despite its innovative features for the time, such as a chef protagonist and a jetpack, the game is criticized for its clunky controls, disorienting level design, and crude humor. The article also touches on Nightdive Studios' mission of game preservation, using PO'ed as an example of a flawed but historically significant title.
Original Resident Evil trilogy with GOG's fresh coat of paint is finally on Steam, but you will have to put up with Enigma DRM
The original Resident Evil trilogy, along with Breath of Fire 4, has been released on Steam with enhancements developed by GOG. These versions include various quality-of-life improvements for modern hardware. However, unlike the GOG versions, the Steam releases incorporate third-party Enigma DRM, which has previously been reported to impact game performance.
Tales of Berseria Remastered Launch Videos Feature New Japanese Voice Cast Recordings
Bandai Namco has released new videos celebrating the launch of Tales of Berseria Remastered, featuring newly recorded Japanese voice lines from the main cast. The remaster includes quality-of-life improvements and is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The original Tales of Berseria has sold 2.5 million units.
"Pretend we kept patching Oblivion. What would we have done if we kept supporting it?" – Todd Howard explains the "thought exercise" Bethesda went through for its remaster
Bethesda boss Todd Howard explained the studio's thought process behind remastering The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. He described a hypothetical scenario where the team considered what features, like sprinting and adjusted skill systems, they would have added if they had continued patching the original game.
Todd Howard defends "VO line flub" in Oblivion Remastered since "it's part of the game’s character," but some bugs only stick around because they're "so complicated"
Todd Howard defended the decision to leave voice-over line flubs and other bugs in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, stating they are part of the game's character. He explained that fixing some bugs is too complicated, and that the team prioritizes which issues to address on a case-by-case basis.
Shenmue III Enhanced Revealed With Trailer, New Features, and Platforms
Shenmue III Enhanced has been revealed with a new trailer detailing performance upgrades, visual enhancements, and new features for the updated release. It will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with pre-orders now open for standard, Special, and Collector's Editions. The update includes optional gameplay tweaks, accessibility options, and a classic camera mode inspired by earlier titles in the series.
Shenmue 3 Enhanced Trailer Confirms Switch 2 Debut
Shenmue 3 Enhanced is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a new trailer showcasing graphical and performance improvements. The enhanced version includes features like 4K texture uplift, DLSS/FSR support, and gameplay tweaks. Special and Collector's Editions are also available, with the Collector's Edition featuring a Ryo figure and other collectibles.
Shenmue III Enhanced
Shenmue III Enhanced is coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring enhanced graphics, performance, and new gameplay features. The remaster includes a 4K texture uplift, DLSS/FSR support, increased NPC density, and classic camera options. Ys Net and ININ Games are collaborating on the release, with Yu Suzuki providing a message to fans.
'Unprofessional and Shameful': Tomb Raider Fans Hate 1-3 Remaster's New Outfits
Tomb Raider fans have expressed strong dissatisfaction with new outfits added in a recent free update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Players criticize the poor quality and inconsistent design of the costumes, with many suspecting AI involvement. A lead artist from the original remaster confirmed that original developers were not involved in this specific update.
‘This is a passion project for all of us here’: Xbox keeps pushing the envelope on preservation efforts
Xbox is prioritizing game preservation, aiming to keep older titles accessible and playable with modern enhancements like Auto HDR and FPS Boost. The company plans to release iconic retro games with new features as part of its 25th anniversary celebration later this year, potentially including remasters or remakes of titles like Fallout: New Vegas.
Fallout 3 Remaster Is Seemingly Getting An Elite Edition With A Special Power Armor
A listing for a McFarlane Toys figure suggests Fallout 3 Remastered will receive an "Elite Edition" featuring a Nuka-Cola branded Power Armor. Industry sources indicate a remaster is planned, potentially alongside Fallout: New Vegas, though Bethesda has not officially confirmed.
