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May 10, 2025

The next ‘Minecraft’ could come from a Niagara College student

Conor MacNeill, a game development professor at Niagara College, highlights the excitement of students presenting their capstone projects at the Welland campus library. The game development program has grown from about a dozen graduates to a large community, now including collaborations with Brock University. Students are now creating VR games, a significant development compared to the program's early years. First-year student Mark Lampman and fourth-year student Dante Bell showcase their projects, with Bell's team, Slugworks, presenting a game called "Green Thing from the Planet Jupiter." This game features a competitive chase between a green alien and a cat, requiring significant time commitment from the team. The GDLaunch event has evolved, with students actively promoting their games through various marketing strategies. Approximately 25 alumni attended, many looking to hire graduates. The gaming industry is expected to grow through 2027, providing promising opportunities for students. After GDLaunch, 64 graduates attended the Level Up Showcase in Toronto, where their game won second place for Achievement in Audio. The event attracted around 5,000 attendees, showcasing the innovation and dedication of the students.

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March 21, 2025

The biggest multiplayer Xbox and PC gaming hit of the summer might come from the most unlikely place

Remedy Entertainment is set to release FBC: Firebreak, a multiplayer PvE game, in Summer 2025 for Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5. The game features 3-player cooperative gameplay and is set in the Federal Bureau of Control, where players confront the aftermath of an otherworldly signal known as "The Hiss." Players will take on the role of "Firebreakers," who navigate the chaotic environment of the FBC headquarters, using makeshift weapons and completing various "jobs" to gather resources. The game will offer optional cosmetic rewards and free post-launch content updates, avoiding conventional multiplayer pitfalls. Players can choose from different "Crisis Kits" to enhance their roles during missions. FBC: Firebreak will be accessible through PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass on launch day.

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September 18, 2024

Burden of Command is a WW2 wargame that saddles you with anxiety over each soldier’s life

Burden of Command is an upcoming World War II tactical leadership RPG that focuses on the interpersonal dynamics of soldiers and officers. The game begins with training missions using improvised weapons, reflecting realistic military life. Players assume the role of a lieutenant, customizing their character and making dialogue choices that affect their reputation and relationships. Three social resources—Prestige, Trust, and Loyalty—impact gameplay. Combat occurs in alternating phases, requiring strategic movement and careful planning to avoid casualties. Players face moral dilemmas, such as deciding whether to risk troops for rescues, which can influence loyalty and command perceptions. The game combines tactical RPG elements with realism, drawing inspiration from classic wargames and titles like Fire Emblem and Valkyria Chronicles. It aims to offer a narrative-driven experience while still addressing common user experience issues in game development.