With Final Fantasy Resonance, Square Enix is bringing back the popular JRPG franchise to its roots, with a gorgeous HD-2D presentation and turn-based combat. Although this new rendition of the mobile game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius is setting up to be one of the best JRPGs of the year on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, it's not without issues. While this didn't really bother me during my gamescom 2026 demo session, playing the public demo released earlier this month highlighted how vague the skill descriptions are. Instead of hoping Square Enix would fix the issue, one […]

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Compared to the first entries in the Dark Souls series (whose slow, deliberate pace has heavily inspired the upcoming Guns of Eschaton), Elden Ring is a much faster game. While it doesn't hit the extremes Bloodborne does, the open-world game developed by FromSoftware accommodates the open-world design of The Lands Between with a more agile character who can also ride the steed Torrent to traverse through the world quickly. This enhanced mobility was the basis for the one seen in Elden Ring: Nightreign, which many have long wished to see in the 2022 game. Well over 4 years since release, […]

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Czech veteran developer Daniel Vávra, known for his work on the Mafia and Kingdom Come: Deliverance franchises, has never been afraid to step into controversies. Back in 2018, just after the first Kingdom Come: Deliverance launched, Vávra was accused of having pro-Gamergate views, which caused some journalists and users to boycott the game. After an article on the subject was published on the now-defunct website PC PowerPlay, the developer called out the author for creating a clickbait article that failed to seek his comments. More recently, though, Vávra has been an outspoken supporter of NVIDIA's DLSS 5 Neural Rendering technology. […]

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During the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 generation, Japanese developers and publishers released tons of console ports on Steam, but PC players were often left with subpar releases that never got fixed to take advantage of the more powerful hardware available to gamers. Square Enix is far from the only offender in this regard, but its ports of the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy still required fixes from the community to become better PC ports. And with a new fix, the three forgotten games have now reached a state that's as close as it gets to proper, modern ports. Over the weekend, KartinX released […]

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The Blood of Dawnwalker’s best feature is its 30-day countdown, and modders have already gutted it.

The time-passing system is what separates it from RPGs like Cyberpunk 2077, where you’re told your character has weeks to live yet somehow spend months chasing side quests without consequence. Blood of Dawnwalker actually commits to the pressure.

A mod that removes the point of the game

The top mod on Nexus Mods stretches the timer from 30 days to 90 and removes the time cost from levelling up. That means you can do everything the game offers in a single playthrough, no trade-offs, no urgency, no reason to ever choose.

That’s the entire design gone. Big quests are meant to eat your limited time, forcing you to play a different version of Coen each playthrough, one with different priorities and different calls to make on people like Brencis. Strip that away, and you’re left with a generic RPG that plays exactly like everything else on the shelf. You lose the replay value, too.

It’s like cutting heroes from Dota 2, or guns from Call of Duty. Technically still a game. Just not the one anyone made.

So why buy it, install a mod that deletes its core system, and then play a worse version of it? If the timer isn’t for you, that’s fine, but removing it isn’t fixing the game. It’s just a different, weaker game wearing the same skin.

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Bethesda Game Studios has just released a new update (version 1.7.99) for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition. The patch is mainly focused on increasing console mod storage limits and bringing more Creations improvements and fixes, but if you're a PC player currently on a modded playthrough, it may wreak havoc on your save. Bethesda has stated that this particular patch should not affect load orders, but the studio's own advice to back up saves as a precaution is a reminder that Skyrim updates have historically broken mod compatibility before, most notably with the original Anniversary Edition update in […]

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Typically, the announcement of a new video game update is met with excitement, as fans look forward to whatever new content / fixes are in store. When it comes to Bethesda though, updates are far less celebrated due to the fact that they often break mods and can even lead to new issues. In service of giving fans a heads-up, BGS has announced that both Fallout 4 and Skyrim will be receiving updates this year.

Taking to Twitter to make the announcement, the official Bethesda Game Studios page gave fans the following warning:

“On Tuesday, August 18th, a patch will be coming to Fallout 4 focusing on general Creations improvements. As a precaution, prior to these updates we encourage players to log into your game save if you haven't done so in a while or manually save your load order. Once your load order is saved, you'll be able to re-download your entire Creations list at once when the update is live.”

The team also confirmed that an update to Skyrim will be arriving at some point in the near future, with details promised to be shared “soon.”

As mentioned, Bethesda more so than any other developer needs to be conscious of its update frequency owing to the fact that countless mods can be made unusable at the press of a button – requiring direct support from the developer in order to get it working again.

While it appears as though this upcoming Fallout 4 update won’t offer anything new, it is at least encouraging to see Bethesda giving players warning ahead of time.

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Although FromSoftware has created some of the best action RPGs of all time, never ceding to the pressure to create more marketable titles, the Japanese studio is not exactly known for pushing the technical boundaries of games. In Elden Ring, the studio led by Hidetaka Miyazaki did try its hand at ray tracing with ray-traced ambient occlusion and shadows, but what it has achieved pales in comparison to the modded path tracing that is coming soon to Dark Souls 3. The third entry in the series is getting remastered lighting thanks to modder Ganaboy, who is working on a new […]

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With its emphasis on fighting against big enemies like Cyclops and Ogres, the original Dragon's Dogma often felt like a sort of cross between an open-world RPG and the Monster Hunter series. Dragon's Dogma 2 followed in the footsteps of its predecessor (perhaps even a bit too much), delivering the same feel as its predecessor. Soon, the two CAPCOM series will get closer than ever before on PC thanks to the Alpha launch of the DD2gether mod, which introduces co-op multiplayer ahead of the Dark Arisen expansion on October 9 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and […]

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Despite having been released a long time ago, the original Game Boy versions of Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow remain some of the most beloved entries in the successful franchise. With Nintendo having no intention of releasing any of its exclusive games on PC, chances of the games developed by Game Freak ever hitting the platform are non-existent, but it is now possible to enjoy native versions of these classic games on PC with a slew of improvements, including stunning 3D voxel visuals that make these games feel like HD-2D remakes of the original. The Gen1Recomp recompilation project […]

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Development of GTA 6 is in full-swing ahead of the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S this November, but the impending release of one of the most anticipated games of all time from Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive isn't stopping other developers coming up with something cool for older entries in the series. While Grove Street Games struggled with Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, a single modder managed to fit the entire PlayStation 2 trilogy into a single game for what has quickly become one of the most interesting modding projects for the […]

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Hytale’s developers have shared a major progress update, confirming that Chapter 1 is on track to launch within the next two to three months. The update marks a shift towards RPG-style systems, including magic-based combat, giving players more structured progression alongside the game’s existing sandbox elements.

In the accompanying blog post, the team explains that Chapter 1 is designed to broaden what players can do moment‑to‑moment, adding new activities, mechanics and systems that push Hytale beyond crafting, building and survival. Magic is the headline addition, but Chapter 1 also lays the groundwork for future chapters by introducing new tech, new content pipelines and expanded gameplay loops.

The blog post also confirms that official mod support is finally on the way. A Mod Browser will arrive as part of Update 6, scheduled for release in the next few weeks, alongside Spectator Mode, Hardcore Mode, moving platforms and early implementation of cubic chunks. Some Chapter 1 features, such as real transparency and carryable objects, may ship ahead of schedule if the underlying tech is ready sooner.

Beyond Chapter 1, the developers outlined a broader timeline covering features in active development. Minigames, machinima tools and a new server‑side custom UI system based on NoesisGUI are expected within the next few months. Larger changes, including a full crafting rework planned for Chapter 2, remain further out. Other items like volumetric clouds, Runeforging and an overhaul of the Hytale Asset Editor are still in development with no confirmed release window yet.

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With Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, publisher Square Enix and director Naoki Hamaguchi released one of the best entries in the series to date on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, but the game is not without flaws. Among the biggest is the flat lighting which takes much away from this otherwise stunning recreation of Gaia, but this issue was recently addressed on PC with the Shader Injector mod, whose 2.0 version is now available to deliver the series' best visuals to date. The new version of the mod developed by David Matos, which can be downloaded […]

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Crimson Desert launched earlier this year to strongly positive reviews from players. While the game began development as a multiplayer title, it was later reworked to be a single-player experience instead. However, with the world being so massive, there has been some demand for co-op and as a result, Pearl Abyss is currently exploring bringing multiplayer components to the game, as well as mod support. 

During a recent shareholder meeting, Pearl Abyss leadership acknowledged the demand for multiplayer. CEO Heo Jin‑young said the team is “studying” both the technical feasibility and gameplay implications of adding co‑op. However, he stressed that multiplayer is not something that can simply be bolted on, calling it “a major task” that requires reviewing server architecture, balance, platform stability and ongoing operations.

While there is no confirmed plan or timeline, Pearl Abyss says it is “continuously reviewing ways to allow users to enjoy the Crimson Desert IP for longer”, and that there is “room for a multiplayer mode” as part of that process.

Mod support was also addressed, with COO Lee Dong‑won saying the studio is “reviewing it broadly”. Pearl Abyss is considering approaches such as distributing official mods directly and offering in‑game toggles so players can enable or disable them easily. CEO Heo Jin‑young added that the team has been interested in mods since before launch, viewing them as a potential foundation for long‑term growth.

Mod support doesn’t automatically create a lasting community, but it does give players the tools to keep a game alive far beyond its launch window. That’s been true for everything from Baldur’s Gate 3 and Hogwarts Legacy to Skyrim, Fallout and The Witcher, and even the wave of fan‑built games that emerged from Half‑Life during the 2000s. Side note, if you ever played Earth's Special Forces back in the day, we would probably be good friends.

KitGuru Says: Crimson Desert has been my favourite new game of the year so far. I'm not as interested in multiplayer, but mod support would be an absolutely fantastic addition, especially if it allows us to make changes to our in-game camps or add new items to find throughout the world.

Earlier this week, modder dddd5 released the Shader Injector mod for the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, addressing the flat lighting issues the game has had since its release and that remain one of the biggest visual issues of the second entry in the Remake series by Square Enix. Not content with having already competently addressed one of the biggest issues of the game, the Shader Injector mod is set to receive some significant improvements in the future, including bringing cutscene-like visual quality into regular gameplay via runtime API call interception. "I am working on a major new […]

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Prior to its release, Crimson Desert was easily one of the most anticipated new IPs for 2026, with the ambitious open-world action-adventure title garnering a ton of attention. While sentiment surrounding the game has cooled somewhat following its release, Crimson Desert has still found a large audience of fans. Alongside the announcement that the game has already sold over 5 million copies, Pearl Abyss’ CEO offered a bunch of hints for what could be in store for the future of Crimson Desert.

During the company’s most recent shareholder meeting, Pearl Abyss’ CEO Heo Jin-young responded to a number of investor queries. Alongside talk of a potential Switch 2 port for the title, the CEO was asked whether Crimson Desert had any plans for DLC in place.

According to Heo (as translated by ResetEra user ‘Neha’): “While expanding through paid expansions is good, there are also cases where expanding [free] content leads to more sales of the base game. We want to make strategic decisions that help Crimson Desert itself sell more.”

Interestingly, Heo was also asked about the potential for official modding support, to which the CEO responded: “The modding community is active, and since our game has a sandbox structure, supporting mods could be a strong advantage. To support mods, we would need to open up large parts of the engine, so while the development team is positive, there are no concrete plans yet.”

As mentioned by the CEO, Crimson Desert runs on Pearl Abyss’ own bespoke game engine, and so introducing modding tools is somewhat more complicated than flipping a switch. That said, offering such a feature could give the game a strong level of longevity.

Perhaps most curiously, Heo revealed that multiplayer was being considered for Crimson Desert prior to its launch, stating that “the development team did attempt to implement multiplayer internally, but given current hardware limitations, there are clear graphical sacrifices required.”

As mentioned, alongside these revelations, the CEO also spoke on the game’s sales success as well as a potential Switch 2 port – the full details for which can be found HERE.

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"For 20 years, Cyrodiil belonged to heroes walking alone… Not anymore!" announced the reveal teaser trailer for an Oblivion Remastered multiplayer mod which promises to shake up the remake's experience considerably with community-driven features. In development by ReadyM, the development team behind the WukongMP mod, which brought PvP and co-op to Black Myth Wukong, this mod will deliver community-driven multiplayer, allowing users to run massive community servers and "experience roleplaying scenarios, battle arenas, establish player guilds, and crawl dungeons with friends." Although short, the teaser trailer shows just enough for fans of last year's remake to get excited about a […]

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Modding continues to be one of the most prominent boons of PC gaming. The open nature of the PC platform gives gamers an unparalleled level of freedom compared to consoles, given how there are dedicated communities who create and share mods that can improve older and newer titles alike by adding new content, resolving bugs, and improving graphics/performance beyond what developers have achieved at launch. Nexus Mods has a massive quantity of mods available from user-created enhancements to games— over hundreds of thousands — allowing players to customize their gaming experience each time they play their favorite games, well after […]

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