The Atelier series, known for its niche crafting JRPG gameplay, is taking a bold step towards mainstream, international appeal with its upcoming release, Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. Producer Junzo Hosoi, in an interview with 4Gamer, acknowledged that certain aspects of previous Atelier games may not have met the standards
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Team Asobi, the developers behind the hit platformer Astro Bot, initially toyed with the idea of creating an open-world game during the early stages of development. However, director Nicolas Doucet ultimately decided against this direction in favor of a more focused approach. He believed that a segmented, level-based structure would better suit the project, allowing
In the realm of modern gaming, talkative protagonists have become a common occurrence. Games like Horizon: Forbidden West and God of War Ragnarok often feature characters who provide constant hints and guidance, sometimes even before players have had a chance to explore the area themselves. This hand-holding approach can take away from the sense of
When it comes to the upcoming game Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, MachineGames is taking a different approach than some might expect. While the studio has previously been praised for its work on first-person shooter games, they are not making gunplay the central mechanic of this new project. Creative director Axel Torvenius made it
Helldivers 2 players have unanimously agreed on one thing – the Orbital Napalm Barrage stratagem is not only incredibly fun but also ridiculously good. The chance to unlock this high-power stratagem was recently presented to loyal Helldivers, causing excitement throughout the community. Despite failing the Major Order that would have permanently deployed the Orbital Napalm
Recently, there has been a buzz on social media regarding the potential appearance of the Illuminate faction in Helldivers 2. Screenshots of the in-game map surfaced, indicating the presence of the long-awaited Illuminate. However, Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani has dismissed these claims as “fake news.” The Illuminate, a race of technologically advanced aliens from the
Silent Hill 2 remake by Bloober Team promises a unique and immersive experience by allowing players to turn off all UI elements. This decision aims to enhance the gameplay by removing distractions and elevating the sense of fear and uncertainty that the original game was known for. By opting for a minimalist approach, players are
The team behind Star Wars Outlaws took inspiration from the long-lost Star Wars Galaxies MMO to recreate the iconic city of Bestine on Tatooine. While Star Wars Galaxies may not be a household name for everyone, it holds a special place in the hearts of many Star Wars fans as a beloved precursor to The
The Minecraft community never ceases to amaze with its creativity and innovation, as evidenced by the recent development of a GameCube “demake” that has surpassed official ports of the game. Developer ‘meesedev’ has been diligently working on a “Minecraft-inspired” game for Nintendo’s retro console, utilizing unique assets and ideas to showcase the capabilities of their
A year after the release of Baldur’s Gate 3, the team at Larian Studios reflected on the game’s controversial bear nookie scene and how it altered people’s views on the game. During the PAX West 2024 panel, members of the development team discussed how showcasing that scene during a pre-launch livestream altered the course of