Team Asobi, the developers behind the hit platformer Astro Bot, considered taking a different approach to the game’s development. Initially, they toyed with the idea of creating an open-world game but ultimately decided against it. Director Nicolas Doucet sheds light on this decision, revealing that the team opted for a more focused, level-based design instead.
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In the realm of modern gaming, it has become increasingly common to encounter protagonists who are overly chatty. Games like Horizon: Forbidden West and God of War Ragnarok exemplify this trend, as characters often provide hints for puzzles mere moments after players enter a room. While this may initially seem helpful, it can detract from
MachineGames, known for creating exceptional FPS games, is taking a different approach in their upcoming release, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The team is not placing gunplay at the forefront of the game, viewing guns as a “fallback solution” rather than the main focus. According to creative director Axel Torvenius, the primary way forward
In the world of Helldivers 2, players have unanimously agreed on one thing – the Orbital Napalm Barrage stratagem is not only incredibly entertaining but also highly effective. The recent opportunity to unlock this powerful stratagem permanently may have been missed due to a failed Major Order, but the Ministry of Defence has graciously made
Recently, rumors have been circulating regarding the long-awaited arrival of the Illuminate faction in Helldivers 2. Screenshots of the in-game map appeared to show symbols of the Illuminate, sparking excitement among fans. However, Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani quickly dismissed these claims as “fake news.” Arrowhead’s Response Despite the leaked images spreading like wildfire on social
The upcoming Silent Hill 2 remake by Bloober Team promises to deliver a truly immersive gameplay experience by allowing players to completely turn off all UI elements. This decision aims to enhance the overall atmosphere of the game, letting players dive deep into the eerie world of Silent Hill without any distractions. The original Silent
The development team behind Star Wars Outlaws sought inspiration from the now-defunct Star Wars Galaxies when recreating the iconic city of Bestine on Tatooine. For those unfamiliar with Star Wars Galaxies, it was a massively multiplayer online game released in 2003 by Sony Online Entertainment. Despite its closure in 2011, the game left a lasting
The Minecraft community never ceases to amaze, even after more than a decade since the game’s inception. Recently, developer ‘meesedev’ has captured the attention of fans by creating a “Minecraft-inspired” game specifically designed for the Nintendo GameCube. While the project initially began with elements borrowed from Minecraft to showcase the custom engine’s capabilities, it has
A year after the release of Baldur’s Gate 3, the team at Larian Studios reflected on the game’s memorable bear nookie scene and its effect on the game’s reception. The scene, in which the player character engages in a romantic encounter with a druid in bear form, caused quite a stir when it was revealed
Hideaki Itsuno, known for his work on iconic games such as Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma, has announced his departure from Capcom after over three decades with the company. In a heartfelt tweet, Itsuno expressed his gratitude for the support he has received over the years and his excitement for the future. He revealed