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AI-assisted imitation pushes indie studios to keep game demos private

  • AI tools have made game cloning faster.
  • Some indie developers are restricting early demos.
  • Developers differ on what makes a game original.

AI coding tools are making it faster to imitate games, prompting some independent developers to limit access to early demos and prototypes. Alliance Arts delayed the public demo of its game Drunken Goddess Reflex, concerned that others could copy its gameplay and presentation and release a clone before…

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Samson Dev Confirms Closure, Open World’s Console Sales Were ‘Far Better’ Than on PC

  • Liquid Swords has confirmed it is closing.
  • Samson sold better on consoles than on PC.
  • The studio is discussing continued game support.

Liquid Swords has confirmed it is closing, despite Samson: A Tyndalston Story selling “far better” on consoles than on PC. The studio’s closure highlights how improved console sales could not make up for the game’s earlier struggles or secure the team’s future. The open-world crime game launched on…

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“Sexy sorceresses” and “bare-chested fighters”: Dragon Age’s original artists wanted to base it on Conan the Barbarian, much to the outrage of the designers

  • Dragon Age’s teams disagreed over its fantasy style.
  • Artists drew on Conan; designers favoured Tolkien.
  • A lack of shared vision shaped the game.

David Gaider says Dragon Age: Origins was shaped by disagreements at BioWare over what kind of fantasy world the game should be. Artists favoured a Conan the Barbarian style, while designers wanted something closer to The Lord of the Rings; the clash helps explain the series’ changing feel…

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A Demo for Rideshare “Stimulator”, Saber’s AI-Filled Driving Sim, Is Available Now on PS5

  • Rideshare “Stimulator” now has a PS5 demo.
  • The download is around 24 GB.
  • AI features have prompted criticism.

Saber Interactive has released a demo of Rideshare “Stimulator” for PS5, giving players an early look at its rideshare driving business simulation. It matters because the game has drawn criticism for its use of AI, and the demo lets players try its core gameplay and judge those features…

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Xbox Game Pass Is Officially Losing One of the Best Star Wars Games of All Time This Month

  • The Skywalker Saga leaves Game Pass on 31 October.
  • Seven other games are also being removed.
  • Subscribers have until month-end to play them.

Xbox Game Pass will remove Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and seven other games on 31 October, giving subscribers until the end of the month to play them. The change comes as the service continues to adjust its offering amid efforts by Xbox chief executive Asha Sharma…

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Hands On: BeamNG.drive’s Insanely Ambitious Simulation Sandbox Is a Minor Miracle on PS5

  • BeamNG.drive brings its vehicle physics sandbox to PS5.
  • It offers varied modes and activities from launch.
  • The game remains in Early Access and will continue to develop.

BeamNG.drive launches on PS5 on 19 October 2026, bringing its detailed vehicle physics sandbox to the console. The article describes the conversion as an impressive technical achievement and says the game stands out for letting players experiment freely with realistic vehicle damage and crashes. The PS5 version is…

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BeamNG.drive Is an Astonishing Driving Sim in Search of a Game

  • BeamNG.drive is now available on PS5.
  • Its soft-body physics make crashes and handling unusually realistic.
  • The sandbox offers freedom but can feel unrefined.

BeamNG.drive, a driving simulator known for its detailed vehicle physics and crash damage, has launched on PlayStation 5 after 11 years in Steam early access. Its arrival brings a distinctive, highly realistic driving sandbox to console, though the game’s open-ended design and rough edges may leave players looking…

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‘Gooner Game’ Zenless Zone Zero Gets an Age Rating Increase on PS5

  • European PS5 rating rises from PEGI 12 to PEGI 16.
  • Moderate violence and sexual innuendo are listed.
  • The reason for the change remains unclear.

Zenless Zone Zero’s European PS5 age rating has risen from PEGI 12 to PEGI 16, a change that may reflect the game’s current content. The update has drawn attention because the game has faced criticism for sexualised character designs, though the reason for the higher rating has not…

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Entertainment 360, Griffin Gaming Launch HITpoint to Bring Gaming Characters, Stories to Film, TV

  • Entertainment 360 and Griffin Gaming Partners have launched HITpoint.
  • The company will develop video game adaptations for film and TV.
  • It will target major franchises and promising independent games.

Entertainment 360 and Griffin Gaming Partners have launched HITpoint Entertainment to adapt video game characters and stories for film and television. The venture aims to connect game creators with producers and filmmakers, reflecting gaming’s growing place in popular entertainment and the success of recent screen adaptations. HITpoint plans…

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Saros Zenith update adds combat assists and tougher endgame challenges

  • Zenith adds adjustable slow motion and difficulty modifiers.
  • Eclipse Layers brings tougher New Game Plus runs and story visions.
  • Overlord Rush includes a gauntlet against all eight bosses.

Saros has received its Zenith update, adding ways to make its bullet-heavy combat more manageable and new challenges for players who have completed the game. The changes are intended to help newcomers and struggling players without reducing the projectiles that define the PS5 shooter, while giving experienced players…

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