NEWS19h ago · 6 views
John Romero Supports id Software Amid Layoffs, Urges Legacy Preservation
id Software co-founder John Romero expresses sorrow for the 95 staff laid off at the studio and commends the team for advancing its legacy. With the Doom: The Dark Ages expansion releasing this week, Romero hopes someone is preserving the studio's history amid Microsoft's sweeping Xbox layoffs. The move is part of a broader restructuring seeing 3,200 staff let go.
GAME ARCHIVESJun 15 · 21 views
RPG Maker Forums Closure Sparks Outrage: 20 Years of History at Risk
The official RPG Maker forums, a treasure trove of 20 years of community knowledge, are set to close with no official archive planned, sparking outrage among creators who relied on the platform. The shutdown makes way for the new RPG Maker Guild but puts invaluable resources at risk of being lost forever. The community is racing against time to save the content before the December 11 deadline.
NEWSJun 12 · 37 views
Rayman Legends Retold to Coexist with Original, Ubisoft Assures
Rayman Legends Retold, the upcoming remake, will not replace the original Rayman Legends on digital stores, Ubisoft has confirmed. Fans can continue to purchase and play the classic version alongside the new retold edition. This decision contrasts with the delisting trends seen with remasters of GTA Trilogy, Assassin's Creed 3, and others.
NEWSMay 25 · 50 views
The Sims Medieval Delisted from EA App and Steam
The Sims Medieval, a beloved Sims spinoff, has been removed from sale on both the EA App and Steam, leaving fans with costly second-hand options. This unexpected delisting, without official announcement, has sparked community frustration. With no clear plans for its return, players are faced with high prices or alternative, illicit means to access the game.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 12 · 56 views
Nightdive to Complete SiN Episodes Series if SiN Reloaded Remaster Succeeds
After a 20-year wait, the SiN Episodes shooter series might finally see completion if Nightdive's upcoming SiN Reloaded remaster performs well. With rights to the series, Nightdive could produce new episodes, fulfilling the original 9-episode plan. The remaster's success will dictate the fate of this long-awaited conclusion.
NEWSMay 9 · 40 views
Blindfire: Lights Out Refuses to Fade: Free Update and Preserved Servers Defy Commercial Failure
Blindfire: Lights Out, the innovative yet commercially underperforming online FPS, receives a final update making it free across console and PC, with servers to remain online. Developer Double Eleven cites the preservation of games as art. This move contrasts sharply with the industry's typical handling of failed titles, such as Highguard and Concord, which were swiftly made unplayable.
PLAYSTATION 5May 1 · 58 views
Sony's DRM Scare Reveals Our Lack of True Ownership on PS4, PS5
Sony's recent DRM scare highlights the uncertainty of digital ownership on PS4 and PS5, raising concerns about game preservation and transparency.
TECHNOLOGYApr 25 · 64 views
Silent Hill 2 CGI Renders Restored by Dedicated Fan Rashmunchel
A dedicated fan is restoring CGI renders of Silent Hill 2 due to lost source code. This effort preserves Takayoshi Sato's iconic work for future players.
NEWSApr 24 · 62 views
The Crew 2 Gets More Offline Support As SKG Celebrates
The Crew 2 Hybrid Mode gets more offline support, and Stop Killing Games says that’s proof the campaign worked.
GAME ARCHIVESApr 20 · 53 views
Download 758 Old PC Gamer Demo Discs, Including Freedom Force
The Internet Archive has preserved 758 old PC Gamer demo discs, including the 2002 action RPG Freedom Force with exclusive character skins.
