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Farever is a new online co-op action RPG by Shiro Games
- Shiro Games has announced its new online co-operative action game called Farever set in the world of Siagarta.
- Farever will feature 10 different classes, with an Early Access period showcasing four classes and over 100 unique weapons in the full release.
- Players in Farever will engage in exploration, platforming challenges, environmental puzzles, and various in-game jobs like blacksmithing and cooking.
- The game's content will scale with group sizes, offering challenges from different factions like the Crimson Rams, Heralds, Kobolds, Nepsids, and guilds.
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Skyblivion project lead and GOG chat about partnering up to release the massive Elder Scrolls mod following Fallout: London's troubled success
- Skyblivion project, a massive Elder Scrolls 4 mod in Skyrim's engine, is set to release in 2025 and will be available on GOG.com.
- The project lead, Kyle 'Rebelzize' Rebel, praises GOG for their reputation and partnership in making Skyblivion accessible to a wide audience.
- GOG confirms that Skyblivion will be available for both GOG and Steam users, with no exclusivity details disclosed.
- Inspired by Fallout: London's success, the partnership between Skyblivion and GOG materialized organically.
- GOG plans to simplify the installation process for players, ensuring seamless gameplay for Skyblivion.
- Lessons learned from Fallout: London's release will be applied to ensure a smoother rollout for Skyblivion.
- GOG aims to make projects like Skyblivion more accessible and believes gamers will appreciate the fresh touch it offers to classic games.
- The Skyblivion team continues to work tirelessly towards the release goal, focusing on refining the mod and addressing stretch goals.
- The partnership with GOG brings relief to the project lead, although challenges remain until Skyblivion is successfully available for download.
- The collaboration between Skyblivion and GOG signifies a significant milestone in the journey towards the mod's anticipated release.
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GOG announce a new new one-click system aiming to "take things to another level entirely" for fuss-free modding
- GOG has introduced a new initiative called GOG One-click Mods to offer seamless mod integration for high-profile or must-have mods for certain games.
- They have handpicked mods like Fallout: London, Doom 3's Phobos mod, Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines' Unofficial Patch, and Heroes of Might and Magic 3's Horn of the Abyss, with Skyblivion to join the list.
- The selection of mods was based on factors such as popularity, existing relations, quality, quantity, type of content, and cultural impact, as well as insights from team members with ties to the modding scene.
- GOG claims that this initiative marks a significant advancement in mod integration and community feedback will shape future expansions, although challenges regarding mod compatibility may arise in the future.
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Ocean 4X strategy sim Endless Legend 2 will release in early access this August
- Endless Legend 2, a 4X strategy sim set in a procedurally generated waterworld, will be released in early access on August 7, 2025.
- The game features a unique gameplay mechanic where the water gradually dries out, revealing new tiles with resources or connecting pathways to neighboring factions.
- Endless Legend 2 introduces a cleaner turn-based combat system and retains city-building, hero training, faction quests, and diplomacy elements from the original game.
- The initial release will include five major factions, with three known so far: Kin of Sheredyn, Necrophage, and Aspect, hinting at the return of Cultists. The developers aim to add a total of six factions by the end of early access.
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Bill Atkinson, visionary who shaped the Macintosh, dead at 74
- Bill Atkinson, known for his contributions to personal computing, including the Macintosh, has passed away at the age of 74 due to pancreatic cancer.
- Atkinson's work on QuickDraw and MacPaint made computers more accessible and intuitive, introducing concepts like pull-down menus and graphical interfaces.
- His creation of HyperCard was visionary, allowing non-programmers to build interactive applications, influencing modern app development and the World Wide Web.
- Atkinson's legacy as a creative force at Apple, his collaboration with Steve Jobs, and his impact on technology continue to resonate with fans of the Macintosh.
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Free-to-Play Creature-Collector Aniimo Comes with Unique ‘Twining’ Mechanic
- Aniimo is a new free-to-play, open-world action RPG by developer Pawprint Studio, introduced during the Xbox Games Showcase.
- Set to launch in 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and mobile, Aniimo features a dynamic gameplay mechanic called 'Twining' and invites players to explore uncharted landscapes and solve mysteries.
- Players can sign up for an exclusive closed beta test on PC later this summer. Aniimo allows players to capture magical creatures, upgrade them, and merge with them using the 'Twining' mechanic to unlock new abilities and strategic possibilities.
- The creators aim to deliver the ultimate creature-collecting experience with Aniimo, promising an expansive open world and innovative gameplay mechanics that will shake up the genre.
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DON’T NOD Reveals Aphelion, Coming Day One to Xbox Game Pass in Collaboration With the ESA
- DON’T NOD, known for titles like Life is Strange, announced a new cinematic sci-fi game, Aphelion, set to launch in 2026 and available on Xbox Game Pass on day one.
- Aphelion follows astronaut Ariane Montclair on a mission to survey the newly discovered planet Persephone at the edge of the Solar System, emphasizing exploration and survival gameplay.
- The game is developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency, integrating real space science elements into the storyline for a more immersive gaming experience.
- DON’T NOD's Aphelion marks a new chapter for the studio, known for its narrative-driven games, and is highly anticipated for its unique concept and partnership with ESA.
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Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf Continues the Unforgettable Journey on Xbox Game Pass in 2026
- Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning puzzle adventure, set to launch in 2026 on multiple platforms including Xbox Game Pass.
- The sequel promises a deeper and more challenging adventure for Lana and her companion Mui, with an ancient mystery unfolding on the planet Novo.
- Evolved gameplay in the sequel includes enhanced companion gameplay, diverse puzzles, refined stealth, and action sequences such as wall jumps and faster movement.
- The creators are excited to continue Lana and Mui's story, packed with creative puzzle sequences, surprises, and a mesmerizing soundtrack by the original game's composer, Takeshi Furukawa.
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Super Meat Boy 3D will give the bloody mascot a new dimension in 2026
- Super Meat Boy 3D, a 3D sequel to the platformer Super Meat Boy, was announced at the Xbox showcase.
- The trailer for Super Meat Boy 3D features elements like bear traps, chainsaws, sawblades, lasers, slime blocks, molten steel, and angry robots.
- The sequel is created by the same studio, Team Meat, with Edmund McMillen, the original developer, working on a different game called Mewgenics.
- While a previous sequel, Super Meat Boy Forever, was released in 2020 as an auto-runner, this new installment aims to cater to fans of tough precision platforming.
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Review: Kabuto Park Can Be a Simple Bug-Catching Sim
- Kabuto Park is a simple bug-catching sim game that captures the essence of childhood summer vacations.
- Players explore various areas to catch bugs, level them up, and participate in tournaments for rewards.
- The gameplay involves a timing-based catching system and battles that are easy to win with certain strategies.
- The game, while short and not optimized for certain gaming devices, offers cute bug designs and a relaxing experience best enjoyed in small doses.
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Activision reveals Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, with Raven and Treyarch at the helm
- Activision has revealed Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 during the Summer 2025 Xbox Games Showcase with Treyarch and Raven studios leading the development.
- The trailer for Black Ops 7 showcases a trippy and fragmented consciousness theme, with David Mason from Black Ops 2 returning as the lead character.
- The game is set in the year 2035, depicting a world in chaos and psychological warfare, with a focus on fear as a weapon.
- Black Ops 7 will feature solo play, multiplayer squads, new co-op campaign, near-future weaponry, standalone multiplayer mode, and a continuation of the Dark Aether storyline in the zombies mode.
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Double Fine’s new living lighthouse game is Keeper
- Keeper is a new narrative adventure game from Double Fine where players control a living lighthouse and embark on a journey with a seabird companion.
- The game, developed by Lee Petty, tells a story without words as the lighthouse comes to life and explores realms beyond understanding.
- Keeper features charming visuals and gameplay elements, such as the lighthouse reassembling itself after a storm and making friends with a seabird.
- Scheduled for release on October 17th, Keeper will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass on day one, marking Double Fine's first game after Psychonauts 2.
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TMNT’s Michelangelo revealed as playable character in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4
- Michelangelo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is revealed as a playable character in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4.
- The announcement was made by Tony Hawk himself during the Xbox Games Showcase, with a trailer showcasing new tricks, characters, and locations.
- Other skaters featured in the game include Bam Margera, the Doom Slayer, Nyjah Huston, Riley Hawk, Lizzie Armanto, Leticia Bufoni, Tyshawn Jones, and more.
- Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 remake will include online multiplayer and fan-favorite levels, and is set to be released on various platforms on July 11, 2025.
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Keeper, new game from Psychonauts 2 devs, coming Oct. 17
- Keeper, a new game from Double Fine Productions, was announced at the Xbox Games Showcase and is set to release on Oct. 17 for Xbox Series X and Windows PC. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass.
- In Keeper, players control a weathered lighthouse with legs and explore different environments with a bird companion. The game features a forest, illuminated cave, and a village populated by robotic characters.
- Double Fine, known for games like Psychonauts 2, had initially paused Keeper's development to focus on Psychonauts 2. Keeper is expected to embody the same heartwarming and imaginative elements seen in Double Fine's previous titles.
- Acquired by Microsoft in 2019, Double Fine has a reputation for creating artistically unique games, such as Psychonauts series and Broken Age, along with remasters of Tim Schafer's classic titles like Grim Fandango Remastered and Full Throttle Remastered.
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Every big announcement from Xbox Games Showcase 2025
- Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase in 2025 featured major announcements like a new Xbox handheld, Persona 4 remake, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
- Other highlights included Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation, The Outer Worlds 2, and Clockwork Revolution.
- Upcoming releases showcased in the event were Ninja Gaiden 4, Gears of War Reloaded, and Grounded 2.
- Exciting new games like Super Meat Boy 3D, Aphelion, and Keeper were also unveiled during the showcase.
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC and Cronos: The New Dawn added to the lineup of anticipated games.
- Aniimo, a free-to-play action-RPG, and Final Fantasy titles coming to Xbox were among the diverse range of games announced.
- Overall, the Xbox Games Showcase 2025 introduced a mix of sequels, remakes, and new IPs, setting the stage for an exciting year in gaming.
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