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Take-Two's big boss Strauss Zelnick says it got the 'perfect result' from slimmed-down mob tale Mafia: The Old Country, so I'd brace for more games like that if I were you
AppWizard
November 7, 2025

Take-Two’s big boss Strauss Zelnick says it got the ‘perfect result’ from slimmed-down mob tale Mafia: The Old Country, so I’d brace for more games like that if I were you

The latest installment of the Mafia franchise, Mafia: The Old Country, received a lukewarm reception due to its linear design and conventional mob narrative, which resulted in a predictable experience. However, it exceeded sales expectations according to Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, indicating a positive market reception. The author expresses a desire for more ambitious storytelling from Hangar 13, citing previous successes and missed opportunities for deeper engagement in this title. There is hope that Take-Two will recognize the potential for bolder narrative choices in future projects.
Siliconera's PC Game of the Year 2024
AppWizard
December 27, 2024

Siliconera’s PC Game of the Year 2024

The PC has become a supportive environment for indie games, as seen in the finalists for this year’s PC Game of the Year. The game 1000xResist is noted for its compelling storytelling. Crow Country, created by SFB Games, is a tribute to PS1 survival horror games while offering a unique narrative. The winner of the 2024 Siliconera PC Game of the Year is Balatro, which has gained recognition and is compared to timeless classics like Tetris.
Temtem veterans are working on a Breath of the Wild-inspired narrative survival game for 1-4 players, set to arrive later this year
AppWizard
July 3, 2024

Temtem veterans are working on a Breath of the Wild-inspired narrative survival game for 1-4 players, set to arrive later this year

Oppidum is a co-op fantasy adventure game inspired by Breath of the Wild, set to release later this year. Players can explore, harvest, craft, and fight in an open world setting with a focus on narrative storytelling. The game allows for player freedom and promises an immersive gameplay experience. The developers have previous experience working on games like Temtem and have shared a demo during the Steam Next Fest. An oppidum is a large fortified settlement, and players will build and expand their own camp in the game. Oppidum is available for wishlisting on Steam and expected to be released in 2024.
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