GOG Launches Indie Game Publishing Division: ‘I’m Not Afraid of Risk
5 Key Differences Between Hytale and Minecraft: What to Expect
PC Gamer explores the five main differences between Hytale and Minecraft, highlighting gameplay mechanics, graphics, multiplayer experiences, crafting systems, and more. While Hytale aims to offer a fresh take on survival-crafting games with its unique features, it still faces challenges in distinguishing itself from Minecraft’s established legacy.
- Hytale and Minecraft: 5 key differences you should know about — PC Gamer
- Hytale vs Minecraft: 5 key differences you should know about — PC Gamer
- Hytale’s early access launch isn’t quite ready to step out of Minecraft’s shadow, but as a block-loving survival fan I’m still having a blast — Eurogamer
- Playing Hytale on the Steam Deck takes some classic PC spannering, but the effort is rewarded — Rock Paper Shotgun
Ron Perlman Reveals How He Voiced ‘War Never Changes’ for Fallout 1 for a $40 Sandwich
Veteran actor Ron Perlman, known for voicing the iconic ‘War Never Changes’ intro in Fallout 1, revealed in interviews that he was paid just ‘$40 and a sandwich’ for his voice work on the legendary game. Despite this modest compensation, Perlman expressed genuine appreciation for being part of the project’s history.
- ‘The Whole Fallout Thing Is a Mystery to Me’ — Ron Perlman Jokes He Was Paid ‘$40 and a Sandwich’ to Record Iconic ‘War Never Changes’ Intro for Fallout 1 — IGN
- Ron Perlman says he did the Fallout intro for $40 and a sandwich, he’s never played it, and he’s not interested in trying: ‘The whole Fallout thing is a mystery to me’ — PC Gamer
- Fallout veteran Ron Perlman says he was paid “40 dollars and a sandwich” for his voiceover work in the original game — Eurogamer
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Releases Surprise Free Update Early
Animal Crossing: New Horizons receives a surprise free update for the Nintendo Switch just a day ahead of its scheduled release, bringing new features and content to the beloved island simulation game.
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Big 3.0 Update Just Dropped a Day Early — IGN
- Anime Fighting Simulator: Endless Codes (January 2026) — IGN
- Surprise! Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ free 3.0 update for Switch releases early — Eurogamer
Classic Video Game Cheats: Test Your Knowledge with These Tricky Questions
PC Gamer presents a quiz challenging readers to identify classic video game cheats from memory, offering ten tricky questions about iconic cheat codes from the golden age of gaming.
- How well do you know classic videogame cheats? See if you can answer these 10 tricky questions — PC Gamer
A New Era for ‘2007-Core’ FPS: The Dev Behind Millennial Hit Shooters
The developer behind successful first-person shooters discusses leveraging the iconic 2007-style gameplay mechanics that resonated with millennials, creating hit titles in a modern gaming landscape.
- ‘I consider it a millennial shooter’: The FPS dev making hit shooters by leaning into ‘2007-core’ — PC Gamer
Umamusume: Pretty Derby to Premiere in Exclusive North American Theater Event
The anime-based racing game Umamusume: Pretty Derby is set for a one-day-only theatrical release in select North American theaters, marking its debut outside of Japan. The announcement comes after the developer issued an apology following backlash over the use of AI-generated assets without prior disclosure to fans.
- Umamusume: Pretty Derby Beginning of a New Era Will Get a One-Day-Only North American Theater Release — IGN
- Umamusume developer apologises after AI studio backlash, says it will not use generative AI “without prior notice” — Eurogamer
Bully Online Mod Shut Down a Month After Launch, Rockstar’s Classic School Sim Comes to an End
The Bully Online mod for Rockstar’s classic school sim game has shut down just one month after its release. Despite the ambitious project bringing multiplayer and additional features to the beloved title, the developers had to pull the plug on their endeavor.
All Quarantine Zone Symptoms: Identifying Signs and Tools
PC Gamer provides a comprehensive guide on the symptoms associated with quarantine zones, detailing how to identify them using various tools. The article helps readers understand key indicators for early detection.
“I’m not afraid of risk” – A newly independent GOG eyes indie game publishing, something it couldn’t do under CD Projekt Red
Eurogamer reports that the recently acquired GOG is poised to enter the indie game publishing space, a move that was previously constrained while GOG operated as part of CD Projekt Red. The new owner remains focused on growth but isn’t in a hurry to make major moves.
- What’s next for GOG? Publishing games, maybe, but its new owner isn’t in any rush — Rock Paper Shotgun
- “I’m not afraid of risk” – A newly independent GOG eyes indie game publishing, something it couldn’t do under CD Projekt Red — Eurogamer
Star Wars: A Confrontation Between Kylo Ren and Darth Vader
Explores the potential encounter between Kylo Ren and Darth Vader in Star Wars, drawing parallels to their legendary duels with Luke Skywalker and Han Solo. Speculates on how Vader’s presence would alter the dynamics of such confrontations.
- Star Wars: What Happens When Kylo Ren Meets Darth Vader? — IGN
- Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland to Expand Its Timeline to Include the Original Trilogy Era, Complete With Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia Organa, and More — IGN
Forza Horizon 6 Release Date Leaked Early, Claims It’s Coming Sooner Than Expected
A leaked early announcement suggests Forza Horizon 6 is set to release sooner than anticipated, possibly due to a promotional ad that accelerated its launch timing.
- Forza Horizon 6’s release date might have been revealed early, and it’s allegedly coming sooner than anticipated — Eurogamer
- Forza Horizon 6’s release date might have raced onto the streets faster than planned, thanks to an ad — Rock Paper Shotgun
Major Memory Module Manufacturer Warns Against Overestimating Profits
A major memory module manufacturer expresses caution about profit expectations, emphasizing that they are not as optimistic as some may think.
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