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EA looks to revamp its mobile biz to tap into an 'unbelievable exponential opportunity'
EA looks to revamp its mobile biz to tap into an 'unbelievable exponential opportunity'
EA CEO Andrew Wilson explored how a recent hire at the company is looking to deepen its efforts on mobile.
Nov. 9, 2020
Sony launches PS5 remote play app for the PS4 with next-gen looming
Sony launches PS5 remote play app for the PS4 with next-gen looming
Sony has quietly launched a PlayStation 5 remote play app for the PlayStation 4 ahead of the next-gen console's United States launch on November 12.
Nov. 9, 2020
Report: Microsoft holding acquisition talks with a number of Japanese developers
Report: Microsoft holding acquisition talks with a number of Japanese developers
Update: Phil Spencer says "I don't think so."
Nov. 9, 2020
Why do some games just... keep selling? 2
Why do some games just... keep selling? 2
Sometimes games just keep selling. You can compare games that have 250 Steam reviews in their first week and come back a year later, and some have 500 and a few have 2-4,000. Why?
Nov. 9, 2020
How to run offers in free-to-play (and avoid backlashes)?
How to run offers in free-to-play (and avoid backlashes)?
Offers and discounts are double edge swords: They generate a quick spike of money, yet they can also harm the baseline revenue. This article shares some tips and thoughts on how to limit the backlash derived from running offers on game content.
Nov. 9, 2020
Demo released for the Arx Fatalis Remaster Overhaul Mod, Arx Insanity
Demo released for the Arx Fatalis Remaster Overhaul Mod, Arx Insanity
The good news is that there is a demo you can download for the Arx Insanity Mod. The bad news its final version has been delayed.
Nov. 8, 2020
You can now play as Code Veronica X’s Claire Redfield in Resident Evil 2 Remake
You can now play as Code Veronica X’s Claire Redfield in Resident Evil 2 Remake
As the title suggests, this mod brings Claire's costume from Resident Evil Code Veronica X in Resident Evil 2 Remake.
Nov. 8, 2020
This 4.6GB HD Texture Pack for Skyrim Special Edition overhauls all its creatures
This 4.6GB HD Texture Pack for Skyrim Special Edition overhauls all its creatures
Modder 'Iconic' has released a new HD Texture Pack for Skyrim Special Edition that overhauls the textures of all creatures.
Nov. 8, 2020
VFX breakdown: combining 2D and 3D in Blightbound
VFX breakdown: combining 2D and 3D in Blightbound
Analysing the tricks used to make Blightbound's VFX work in a 3D world while maintainig a 2D aesthetic.
Nov. 8, 2020
The argument for simpler games, in an industry obsessed with complexity
The argument for simpler games, in an industry obsessed with complexity
Our industry is obsessed with complexity, with brutal consequences in employee wellbeing and product quality. It's time to start talking about this unhealthy obsession.
Nov. 8, 2020
Shenmue 3 gets a Steam release announcement
Shenmue 3 gets a Steam release announcement
After almost a year Shenmue 3 will be released on Steam. According to Ys Net, the title will be available for purchase through Steam on November 19th.
Nov. 7, 2020
Watch Dogs Legion Update 2.00 released on PC, fixes numerous crashes and bugs
Watch Dogs Legion Update 2.00 released on PC, fixes numerous crashes and bugs
Ubisoft has released Title Update 2.0 for the PC version of Watch Dogs Legion, weighing around 2.2GB in size.
Nov. 7, 2020