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February 13, 2025

Jeff Minter is remaking another Atari classic, and yeah, it is definitely a Jeff Minter game

Jeff Minter is developing a remake of the classic arcade shooter, I, Robot, originally launched by Atari in 1984. The game features a "3D kaleidoscopic visualizer" and challenges players to evade an all-seeing eye while navigating through a treacherous tube filled with enemies. Minter's remake will retain the essence of classic Atari gameplay and include "arena levels" with waves of foes. The original I, Robot had a limited production of fewer than 1,000 units at launch but has since gained a cult following for its pioneering use of real-time 3D polygons. The remake is set to be released in spring 2024 on PC and various consoles, including the Atari VCS.

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December 2, 2024

Pillars of Eternity director thought it had a 50/50 shot before it crowdfunded in 27 hours

Obsidian Entertainment faced uncertainty before the success of Pillars of Eternity, particularly during their Kickstarter campaign when crowdfunding was still viewed skeptically. Josh Sawyer, the game's director, initially doubted the viability of a throwback CRPG and considered leaving the studio to pursue the project independently. He urged the studio's owners to embrace the idea, leading to a pivotal moment in their trajectory. On the day of the Kickstarter launch, Sawyer felt a mix of hope and skepticism but became more optimistic as funding surged. He recognized the project's potential when it surpassed million, marking a significant milestone in the campaign's success.

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November 23, 2024

Awesome Trailers for Minecraft, Beatles ’64

- "Back in Action," an action-comedy starring Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz, will debut on Netflix on January 17. - "Beatles ’64," a documentary-style feature about The Beatles, will be available on Disney+ on November 29. - "The Last Showgirl," starring Pamela Anderson, will be released in theaters on December 13. - "A Minecraft Movie," featuring Jack Black, will premiere on April 4. - "The Studio," a 10-episode series led by Seth Rogen, will debut on Apple TV on March 26.

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November 18, 2024

Half-Life 2 its record 64k concurrent players

Half-Life 2 reached a peak of 64,085 concurrent players on Steam at 17:00 UTC on November 17th, surpassing the previous record of 16,101 set in 2021. This increase in player activity coincided with Valve offering the game for free to celebrate its 20th anniversary, which was originally released on November 16th, 2004. Additionally, Valve released a two-hour documentary about Half-Life 2, featuring unreleased footage of Episode Three.

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November 17, 2024

Fan-Made VR Mod for PC Version of ‘Silent Hill 2’ Remake Now Available [Video]

Half-Life 2 has reached its 20th anniversary, and Valve has released a two-hour documentary about the game's development. The original Half-Life 2 and its expansions are available for free on Steam until November 18 at 10 AM PT. Existing owners will receive an update that includes commentary from the original development team, Steam Workshop support, gameplay recording capabilities, bug fixes, performance enhancements, improved lighting and visual effects, and updated controller and Steam Deck support. Additionally, a reprint of the book "Raising the Bar," which chronicles the making of Half-Life 2, will be released in 2025, featuring insights into the Half-Life 2 Episodes and concept art.

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November 16, 2024

Gabe Newell ponders the future in new Half-Life 2 documentary: ‘I think that Half-Life represents a tool we have and promises made to customers’

Valve has celebrated the 20th anniversary of Half-Life 2 by reuniting the original development team, who recorded in-game commentary available for free on Steam. They also released a two-hour documentary on YouTube detailing the game's development. The documentary does not confirm any upcoming titles like Half-Life 3 or Half-Life: Alyx 2, but Valve engineer Brian Jacobson and co-founder Gabe Newell suggest that the future of the franchise may depend on advancements in gaming technology.