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December 27, 2024

30 Amazing PC Games of All Time

PC gaming has evolved significantly, with advancements in hardware leading to cinematic visuals and a broader understanding of gaming. Certain genres, like computer role-playing games and strategy titles, continue to thrive. "Sons of the Forest" is highlighted as a notable title, encouraging players to experience the original game to appreciate its sequel. The game features innovative tools, such as solar-powered golf karts and hang-gliders, a variety of firearms and melee weapons, AI helpers, and a revamped building system. While the narrative isn't the main focus, the game offers a wide range of engaging activities, showcasing the exploration, survival, and creativity that define PC gaming.

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December 10, 2024

Build A Rocket Boy acquires PlayFusion

Leslie Benzies' Build A Rocket Boy has acquired UK-based developer and publisher PlayFusion. Mark Gerhard, the CEO and CTO of PlayFusion, will become co-CEO at Build A Rocket Boy, focusing on enhancing the studio's content pipeline and user-generated content tools. The acquisition aims to reshape the gaming landscape and democratize premium game development. The collaboration is expected to deliver original online experiences and empower players to create their own high-quality games.

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December 6, 2024

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a game developed by MachineGames and published by Microsoft, set to be released on December 8, 2024, with advanced access available from December 5, priced at £60. The game features a mixed stealth system, relying on simple line-of-sight mechanics, and offers a disguise system for navigating open-world hubs. Combat mechanics include a punch and counter system with a generous parry window, and a boss fight that blends combat with horror elements. The game has a three-act structure with open-world hubs, including visually rich environments like Vatican City and the Pyramids of Giza. Players can engage in main story quests and side missions, with a playtime of around 30 hours. Troy Baker voices Indiana Jones, supported by a diverse cast, and the game showcases impressive graphics despite some performance issues on lower-end systems. Compatibility with the Steam Deck may be limited.

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November 23, 2024

Horizon Zero Dawn free download quietly released

Horizon Zero Dawn has received a significant update, now available for download. The game, originally launched on the PlayStation 4 in 2017, introduced players to the character Aloy. The franchise continued with the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West, in 2022, and the expansion, Burning Shores, in 2023. This year, a remaster of the original game has been released, developed by Nixxes Software, distinct from Guerrilla Games. The remaster features enhanced visuals and new gameplay options, including Auto Pickup and a Colour Blind Mode. Patch 1.3 has also been released for the PC version, addressing bugs and issues with the DualSense controller's rumble feature. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is now available on both PC and PlayStation 5.

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November 16, 2024

World’s first fully AI game is based on Minecraft and described as ‘kinda creepy’

The world's first fully AI-generated video game, Oasis, has been launched by Decart as an AI simulation of Minecraft. The game features dynamic gameplay where the world evolves in real-time based on player actions. Players can choose starting locations and upload images to create unique worlds, but must wait in a queue for server access, with gaming sessions lasting 15 minutes. Inside the game, the environment transforms as players explore, with inventory items shifting based on their gaze. The AI model simulates physics, game rules, and graphics by learning from gameplay patterns. YouTuber YuB described his experience with Oasis as "kinda creepy" and noted the unpredictable nature of the game.

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November 7, 2024

Take-Two has sold Private Division

Take-Two Interactive has divested its indie publishing label, Private Division, as part of a strategic refocus on larger-scale projects. The sale price and new ownership details are undisclosed, but CEO Strauss Zelnick indicated that more information will be revealed soon. The decision aligns with Take-Two's commitment to its core and mobile businesses, aiming to create sequels to established franchises and develop new intellectual properties. The projects handled by Private Division were deemed too small to fit with Take-Two's ambitions. Private Division was established in December 2017 and has supported independent developers successfully.

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November 2, 2024

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Now Available On PS5 And PC

Sony Interactive Entertainment has released Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered for PlayStation 5 and Windows PC, developed by Guerilla Games and Nixxes. The remaster features enhanced graphics, improved framerates, and unique functionalities for PS5. PC enhancements include ultra-wide resolution options, NVIDIA DLSS 3, and AMD FSR 3.1. PlayStation trophies are now available for PC players. The edition includes accessibility features from Horizon Forbidden West, such as remappable controls, haptic feedback, and assistive toggles. Previous save data from the original game is supported. Existing players can upgrade to the remastered version on PS5 for a fee, but those who accessed the game via PlayStation Plus are not eligible for the upgrade.

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October 30, 2024

Ubisoft has quietly launched an NFT game for PC

On October 23, 2024, Ubisoft launched “Champion Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles,” a competitive multiplayer turn-based RPG that allows players to claim champions through the purchase of magical figurines represented as NFTs. These figurines can be acquired using in-game currency or cryptocurrency. The game was developed in collaboration with Japanese web3 studio Double Jump Tokyo and is integrated into the Oasys Layer 2 HOME Verse blockchain, with over 75,000 heroes minted at prices ranging from accessible to ,000. The game is free-to-play, requiring only a Ubisoft account and a compatible blockchain wallet. Ubisoft has been exploring blockchain technology for three years and has faced challenges in the NFT space, including backlash upon its initial interest in blockchain gaming.

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October 30, 2024

Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare Now Available For PC | Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Rockstar Games has released Red Dead Redemption and its expansion, Undead Nightmare, for PC. This version features enhancements from the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, including native 4K resolution at up to 144hz, support for Ultrawide and Super Ultrawide monitors, HDR10, adjustable draw distances, and shadow quality settings. It also includes full keyboard and mouse functionality, as well as support for NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 upscaling. The game is available on the Rockstar Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, as well as on consoles. The Official Soundtrack is available on Spotify and Apple Music.

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October 29, 2024

Design a Home And Save Villagers at Plano’s Minecraft Interactive Experience

The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue has launched in Plano, Texas, marking the first global attraction of its kind. It is located in a 28,000-square-foot space that was previously a BuyBuy Baby store and will be open until January before moving to potential future locations worldwide. The experience allows guests to explore new dimensions and rescue villagers, appealing particularly to tech-savvy fans who enjoy building and creativity. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is becoming a hub for experiential retail, with attractions like Topgolf and Chicken N Pickle contributing to this trend. The venue faced challenges in securing the location, encountering multiple rejections before approval.