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June 4, 2025

RuneScape maker Jagex confirms layoffs

Jagex has confirmed layoffs as part of a restructuring aimed at enhancing focus on RuneScape games and community growth. The layoffs primarily affected roles not directly involved in game development or player interaction, with some exceptions within the RuneScape team. Liam "Mod Hooli" Ashley, head of community and social, stated that the company's commitment to growing and investing in RuneScape 3 remains unchanged, and the game's roadmap will not be affected by these job reductions. The studio is prioritizing support for those impacted by the layoffs. This restructuring occurs under new CEO Jon Bellamy, following multiple rounds of layoffs in recent years.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

It’s not just you: Elden Ring Nightreign’s matchmaking is taking forever if it works at all, and there doesn’t seem to be a fix⁠—aside from queueing with a full group

FromSoftware has acknowledged prolonged matchmaking times in Elden Ring: Nightreign, despite a player base exceeding 2 million. Players, particularly on PC, have reported lengthy waits, and initial recommendations from the studio, such as restarting the matchmaking process and altering NAT connection types on PlayStation, have not significantly improved the situation. Discussions on platforms like the Elden Ring subreddit and Steam forums indicate that there are between 200,000 and 300,000 players online on Steam at any time, raising concerns about matchmaking efficiency. Players are advised to form full teams of three for quicker matchmaking and to consider using Yui's Seamless Co-op mod for duo play as an alternative solution.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

‘They listened! They listened!’: Stalker restores Soviet monument after angry fans tanked its Steam reviews, and they couldn’t be happier

GSC Game World released patch 1.0.1 for the Stalker trilogy to address issues following a negative launch, including stability improvements, settings retention adjustments, and the restoration of missing geometry on several levels. Players expressed dissatisfaction with blurry graphics and the removal of the Russian audio setting and iconic Soviet landmarks. GSC acknowledged player feedback and committed to ongoing improvements, although the reintroduction of Russian audio seems unlikely.

AppWizard

April 15, 2025

The Oblivion remaster is real: Doubters in shambles as developer Virtuos accidentally leaves the door open to trailer screenshots and assets

The remaster of the game Oblivion has been confirmed following a leak from Virtuos Games' website, which inadvertently showcased evidence of its development. This discovery aligns with earlier speculation and discussions within the gaming community, particularly after a four-year release schedule from Bethesda was published in 2023. The leak has provided validation for the ongoing rumors about the remaster's existence.

AppWizard

April 7, 2025

Cult of the Lamb audio director Johnson has passed away

Narayana Johnson, the audio director of the game Cult of the Lamb, has passed away, prompting a tribute from developer Massive Monster. They described him as a creative powerhouse whose contributions were essential to the game's unique experience. The team expressed that his absence will be deeply felt and requested kindness from the community as they cope with the loss.

Winsage

March 29, 2025

Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 users who don’t log in with Microsoft accounts

Microsoft is increasingly favoring the use of Microsoft accounts over traditional local accounts in Windows 11, reflecting a trend towards online connectivity. The ability to create local accounts has been further restricted, with the removal of the bypassnro.cmd script that allowed users to set up local accounts without internet access. Users must now complete the setup process with internet connectivity and a Microsoft account. Third-party tools like Rufus still allow the creation of local accounts during installation, providing a workaround for those who prefer local accounts.

AppWizard

March 23, 2025

Assassin’s Creed Shadows hits 2 million players, putting it on track to be the series’ most successful game yet

Assassin's Creed Shadows has gained over 2 million players just three days after its launch, surpassing the launches of AC Origins and Odyssey. It reached 1 million players within the first 24 hours, breaking the record previously held by AC Valhalla. Currently, Shadows has around 60,000 concurrent players, nearing Odyssey's record of 62,069. Ubisoft is in discussions with Tencent for a potential investment in a new intellectual property unit that includes the Assassin's Creed franchise. The game has received approximately 81.7% favorable reviews on Steam, with PC Gamer rating it at 80%.

Winsage

March 23, 2025

Microsoft recommends a drastic move for Windows 11 upgrade, report says

Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Currently, Windows 10 accounts for 58.7% of all Windows desktop users, while Windows 11 has 38.1%. Microsoft is encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11 by sending emails about the end of support and providing information on the upgrade process. The minimum specifications for Windows 11 include a 1 GHz or faster processor with 2 or more cores, 4GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a TPM version 2.0. Some users have successfully installed Windows 11 on older computers, but certain hardware requirements may be challenging for others. Microsoft is offering Extended Security Updates (ESU) for Windows 10 users for a fee, providing an additional year of updates. The upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 is free and designed to be straightforward, with notifications being sent to users. Windows 11 features enhanced functionality, including Microsoft Recall, which allows users to revisit past actions.

AppWizard

March 13, 2025

Rise of the Ronin is another crappy PC port, performance patch coming ‘soon’

Rise of the Ronin was released on Steam a year after its PlayStation 5 launch, but players are experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering, low frame rates, crashes, and input delays. Koei Tecmo is investigating these problems and developing a patch. The game has received a "mixed" rating on Steam, with only 44% of user reviews being positive. Many users express disappointment with the game's graphical quality, and while some report satisfactory experiences, frustrations are prevalent. Koei Tecmo acknowledged issues with FPS drops and model rendering when using the Ultra graphics preset and suggested lowering the graphics settings and FPS limit as a temporary solution.

AppWizard

March 11, 2025

After suing a Disco Elysium writer to prevent him from making his own game, a tech CEO who’s allegedly banned from the Disco Elysium subreddit is trying to crowdfund a spiritual successor

Hopetown, a psychogeographic RPG reminiscent of Disco Elysium, is set to launch on Kickstarter on March 17. The project is developed by Longdue, which includes new talent from the Disco Elysium team. However, it faces legal disputes involving Moola, the founder of Longdue, who is suing former Disco Elysium writer Argo Tuulik and ex-employee Dora Klindžić over a non-compete clause. An injunction prevents Tuulik and Klindžić from working with their new collective, Summer Eternal. Moola has been banned from the Disco Elysium subreddit for allegedly promoting Hopetown and defending Longdue amid criticism. Despite controversies, Hopetown features narration by Lenval Brown and technical support from Piotr Sobolewski, both associated with Disco Elysium. Longdue, established in November, is in preproduction, raising concerns about its readiness for crowdfunding. The gaming community remains skeptical about investing in a project from an unproven studio, especially with competing indie RPGs emerging and Studio ZA/UM teasing a follow-up to Disco Elysium.