In a recent report, “Prey” developer Arkane Austin is working on ways to avoid the launch problems experienced by their sister company’s release, “Dishonored 2”. According to creative director Raphael Colantonio, the PC version was heavily tested before the launch of “Dishonored 2” but they didn’t account for the numerous configurations gamers use. Since then, the company has decided that they will dedicate more time to checking performance issues with computers. Despite, the rough launch of “Dishonored 2”, the developers were able to fix the problems with subsequent patches to the game.
In a recent announcement, developer Crytek, best known for creating the "Crysis" series, closes 5 studios in different locations around the world. Those included in the closure are the offices in Seoul, Shanghai, Istanbul, Budapest, and Sofia. While no details have been reported on what will happen to these locations, many employees are now looking for other work and only two studios remain as part of Crytek. The company has been having problems since 2014, when it was reported that they were withholding paychecks to keep the company alive. The recent closure came with controversies that Crytek employees were being paid irregularly in the past six months. The complaints drew a lot of attention as they scattered through social media and websites such as Reddit.
For the second week in a row, "Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare" remains at the top spot of the United Kingdom (UK) video game sales charts. It leads ahead of "FIFA 17" and "Battlefield 1" which holds the second and third spot respectively.
"Dying Light" developer Techland Studios recently received $1 million funding from the Polish National Centre for Research and Development's GameINN program to develop one of their newest projects. The game is described to be an open world fantasy game with role playing game (RPG) elements. According to the proposal that was approved, Techland is working on developing innovative technologies such as interaction with unusually sized opponents. While no specific details have been revealed, many websites are reporting that Techland is working on a game that will feature big monsters similar to that of "Shadow of the Colossus" or "Monster Hunter".
Arkane Studios, best known for developing the hit "Dishonored 2" has released information regarding one of their newest projects "Prey". The game will feature alien powers and weapons, having elements similar to that of "Dishonored 2". According to recent information, weapons while useful will be rare and players will have numerous options to tackle the different threats in Talos I. Aliens that players will encounter will have unique abilities. Once defeated, players can then use their powers by altering their own genes. These powers can then be upgraded using a tool called the Neuromod.
The latest installment of Capcom's "Resident Evil" franchise is near its release and players who have access to Steam will be able to download the demo for free. The demo is entitled "The Beginning Hour" which will have players trying to find a way out of an abandoned warehouse. The demo is also already available on the Xbox One and PlayStation 4, but the Steam version features numerous graphics settings that can be adjusted to fit various computer specifications. The minimum and recommended settings are also posted on the game's Steam page for reference.
CD Projekt Red, best known for developing the hit "Witcher 3" recently applied four proposals for funding through the Poland's National Center for Research and Development. The gaming program, called GameINN approved the proposals and gave around $7 million for the purpose of creating new game features. Some of the features the Polish government supported include cinematic feel, city-creation, seamless multiplayer, and much more. Many websites are reporting that this may be related to their upcoming development "Cyberpunk 2077".
Lab Zero, best known for developing the video game "Skullgirls", recently partnered with TRIGGER to create the opening animation for their upcoming role playing game (RPG) entitled "Indivisible". The storyboard for the opening will be handled by Titmouse whose best known for projects such as "Venture Bros." and "Superjail!" The director of the animation will be Yoh Yoshinari who worked on "Little Witch Academia". "Indivisible" was funded through crowdfunding platform Indiegogo and released a free prototype to promote the game as well as bring in monetary support. The prototype is available for download through Steam, PlayStation 4, Windows, Linux, and Mac.
In a recent announcement by Electronic Arts (EA), "Star Wars: Battlefront" will be available on the subscription based EA Access as part of the free game library starting December 13. The free game vault has been adding up since October with games such as "Mirror's Edge Catalyst" and "EA Sports UFC 2" already included. EA Access is a service for the Xbox One similar to that of Origin Access for the PC, though "Star Wars Battlefront" is not yet available on Origin Access. The PlayStation 4 on the other hand does not have any similar platform.
A recent tweet by Hideo Kojima showcased his recently bought copy of "The Last Guardian" along with a congratulatory message to game creator Fumito Ueda. The congratulatory messages were shared by other developers as well. This includes Guerrilla Games Managing Director Helmen Hulst who mentions that Ueda's work is inspiring. Guerrilla Games is in partnership with Kojima Production for the development of the upcoming game "Death Stranding" which uses Guerrilla's Decima Engine.
