The article discusses the struggles faced by the gaming industry in creating demos for big showcases or events. An anonymous industry veteran, ‘Albert’, talks about the challenges of presenting a trailer that may not accurately represent the final product. This issue is highlighted by a personal experience where a trailer was created for a project
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League Of Geeks, the Australian game development studio known for titles like Armello and Solium Infernum, has made the difficult decision to enter a state of hibernation. After 13 years of being an independent studio, they have cited the current economic situation in the gaming industry as a major factor in this choice. With most
In the aftermath of the cancellation of the standalone expansion X7 for Disco Elysium, ZA/UM studio faced a wave of turmoil that led to significant layoffs and a troubling ordeal involving writer Argo Tuulik. The initial success of Disco Elysium was marred by internal conflicts that eventually resulted in key creative talent leaving the studio,
A decade ago, the gaming industry saw a surge in early access survival games that flooded the market. Titles like Rust, DayZ, and The Forest captured the attention of gamers around the world with their intense gameplay and unique survival mechanics. However, while many of these games have since moved on to full releases, one
As a child, my fascination with virtual pets on the PC knew no bounds. From the adorable Felix cat simulator to Tamagotchis, I found myself captivated by the simple yet engaging nature of these digital companions. Therefore, when I stumbled upon Weyrdlets, a game that promised to combine the joy of virtual pet ownership with
The highly anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring is set to be released in less than 10 days, but many players may be caught off guard by the hidden challenges that await them. While some may assume they can seamlessly jump into the DLC content upon release, the reality is quite different.
Word on the street is that Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater could potentially be hitting the shelves on November 17th. While this news has certainly caused a buzz among fans, it’s important to take these rumors with a grain of salt until officially confirmed by the developers. The leak, although quickly removed by GameStop,
The sandbox game genre thrives on chaos, and Streets of Fortuna is no exception. Set in an original historical-ish city reminiscent of Constantinople in 500 AD, players are dropped into a world without restrictions. Unlike traditional RPGs, there is no predefined class or job system in place. Instead, players have the freedom to develop individual
The realm of video game news has been inundated with a divine flood of new game announcements, orchestrated by the deity of gaming himself. Amongst the plethora of revelations stands Ale Abbey, a management game that delves into the art of brewing beer within the walls of a medieval monastery. The merry monks of Ale
Excitement is mounting as both Microsoft and Blizzard have announced the release date for the highly anticipated Diablo 4 update, Vessel Of Hatred. Scheduled for release on October 8th, 2024, this update will take players on a thrilling journey to the new region of Nahantu in search of Neyrelle, a character who is deeply intertwined