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June 3, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Threepeats Atop Weekly Fandango at Home Chart Through June 1

The Minecraft Movie is being developed to adapt the popular block-building game into a cinematic experience, aiming to appeal to both gamers and newcomers. The film will explore the game's lore and creativity while introducing new characters and plotlines, and it is being produced in collaboration with Mojang Studios to maintain the game's core principles. It is expected to feature stunning visuals that reflect the game's blocky aesthetic and target a wider audience, including families. The success of the film could influence future adaptations of video games into movies.

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June 2, 2025

89-year-old Skyrim Grandma starts streaming Oblivion Remastered, has to deal with its mystifying lockpicking minigame and ‘absolutely ugly movement’ just like we did in 2006

Shirley Curry, known as Skyrim Grandma, has started playing Oblivion at the age of 87, having been a prominent figure in the Skyrim YouTube community for over a decade. Born in 1936, she has gained recognition from Bethesda for her engaging roleplaying videos. In her new adventure through Cyrodiil, she showcases her spirited approach to gaming, exploring gameplay mechanics and sharing her experiences with viewers. Her journey reflects a nostalgic return to a game she first played in 2006. Curry's enthusiasm and unique perspective foster a sense of camaraderie among her audience, highlighting that age does not limit one's passion for gaming.

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May 30, 2025

Digital Domain vs. the Nether Horde: Behind the VFX of Minecraft

VFX Supervisor Piotr Karwas and Animation Supervisor Liz Bernard discussed the visual effects of Minecraft: The Movie, which includes 187 shots completed in 25 weeks. Karwas, with experience from films like World War Z, served as Cinematic Director, merging CG storytelling with Minecraft's aesthetic. Bernard, with a background from The Lion King, was the Previs Supervisor, focusing on visual planning and comedic tone. Digital Domain assisted with the final battle sequence, and Karwas learned about Minecraft lore from his children. The team worked to balance humor and visuals, ensuring consistency across departments. They faced technical challenges in creating custom VFX shots and animating characters like Piglins and Iron Golems, navigating the constraints of their blocky designs. Karwas is also exploring generative AI to enhance creativity in visual effects workflows.

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May 26, 2025

Pick up the Left 4 Dead games for cheaper than a pack of gum in the new Steam sale that’s all about zombies, and also vampires

The Zombies vs. Vampires Fest on Steam is currently running through June 2 and features a variety of games centered around zombies and vampires. Notable titles include The Last of Us, Dying Light 2, Telltale's The Walking Dead, Left 4 Dead 2, Killing Floor 2, V Rising, Evil West, and Vampire Survivors. Left 4 Dead is available for one dollar. The sale ends on June 2 at 10 am PT.

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May 24, 2025

The best deals and free Warhammer PC games in Skulls 2025

The annual Skulls event hosted by Games Workshop features previews of upcoming releases and discounts on Warhammer PC games. Notable discounts include 42% off Space Marine 2, 77% off Chaos Gate Daemonhunters, 60% off Rogue Trader – Voidfarer edition, 60% off Darktide, 69% off Total War Warhammer 3, and 84% off Vermintide 2. Additionally, three Warhammer games are available for free: Warhammer 40k Boltgun – Words of Vengeance on Steam, Warhammer 40k Gladius Relics of War on Steam, and Warhammer 40k: Rites of War on GOG.

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May 24, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for May 23: Warhammer Skulls Festival

Retailers are offering sales on Warhammer products, including miniatures, rulebooks, and accessories, catering to both seasoned players and newcomers. Discounts are available on a variety of models, essential guides, and tools for enhancing gameplay.

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May 23, 2025

Light No Fire: Everything we know about Hello Games’ planet-sized survival game

Hello Games is set to unveil a new game titled Light No Fire, an open-world survival adventure confined to a single planet, comparable in size to Earth. The game features a multiplayer, procedurally generated fantasy world with creatures like skeletons, dragons, and bipedal rabbits, and includes rustic cabins and low-tech weaponry. It emphasizes adventure, building, survival, and exploration, allowing players to construct homes, tame mounts, and explore the landscape. The game encourages collaboration among players, who can build communities or explore solo. The trailer indicates interactions with structures like obelisks and ruins, but specific mechanics are not yet revealed. Hello Games is working on both Light No Fire and ongoing updates for No Man's Sky simultaneously. The multiplayer capacity for Light No Fire is unclear, with the trailer showing interactions among up to ten players, while No Man's Sky supports up to thirty-two players in a single instance.

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May 23, 2025

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Definitive Edition – Official Announce Trailer

The announcement trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Definitive Edition has been released, featuring enhancements for both new and veteran players. The Definitive Edition includes all nine armies and four campaigns, with 4K support, upscaled textures, improved camera and lighting, and 64-bit modding support. It will be available on PC through Steam and GOG.com.

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May 22, 2025

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad launches on mobile and PC

Netmarble has released its action-adventure RPG, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, for mobile and PC, licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment for HBO. The game features a new character from House Tyre and allows players to choose from three classes: Knight, Sellsword, or Assassin. It includes combat mechanics tailored to each class and draws from George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, featuring creatures like Drogon and Ice Spiders. The game recreates Westeros with locations such as King’s Landing, Castle Black, Highgarden, and The Wall, and includes characters like Jaime Lannister and Cersei. Following early access on Steam, Chapter 3 introduces new regions, battles, and a boss Unicorn.

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May 22, 2025

A delayed review, a controversial GOTY pick, and Big Geralt: PC Gamer’s strange 10-year relationship with The Witcher 3

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt celebrates its 10th anniversary this week, marking its evolution from a niche title to a significant influence in modern fantasy storytelling, partly due to the Netflix adaptation. Upon release, it received a score of 92% from PC Gamer and was recognized as a top title in 2016, despite not winning the Game of the Year award in 2015. The game faced distribution challenges, with console versions prioritized over PC, leading to delays in review copies. The community has embraced various memes, including the "tub scene" and "Big Geralt," contributing to the game's cultural impact. The ongoing conversation about its legacy and anticipation for a sequel keeps the franchise relevant.