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Is the Digital-Only Release of Alan Wake 2 a Savvy Move by Remedy and Epic?
The recent announcement that Alan Wake 2 will be a digital-only release has raised eyebrows, particularly given the game's potential and the loyal fan base of the series. The survival horror game, developed by Remedy and published by Epic Games, was showcased at Sony's PlayStation Showcase, and while it looked impressive, the digital-only release strategy has sparked debate. Remedy has explained …
May 26, 2023, 9:41 a.m.
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Defying Fantasy Hero Conventions with The Lord of the Rings: Gollum
Gollum is not the sort of character who typically headlines a video game. Most games protagonists are heroic figures, power fantasies for the players that can take on great numbers of evil foes and triumph with barely a dent in their health bar. The works of JRR Tolkien are not short of such figures, from wizards and kings to elven archers and dwarven warriors. And yet Daedalic Entertainment sou…
May 25, 2023, 2:51 p.m.
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Defying Convention: Daedalic's The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Redefines the Fantasy Hero
Unlike typical video game protagonists, Gollum is not a powerful, heroic figure. Instead, he is a complex, multifaceted character with a unique set of abilities that set him apart from the usual wizards, kings, and warriors found in fantasy games. Daedalic Entertainment's decision to build a game around this character presents an intriguing challenge, as it requires a shift in focus from combat t…
May 25, 2023, 2:51 p.m.
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Defying Convention: The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Redefines Heroism
Unlike typical video game protagonists, Gollum is not a powerful hero. Instead, he is a complex, nuanced character who embodies a different kind of strength. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Daedalic's level designer Nika Dvoravic explains the appeal of building a game around this unconventional character. According to Dvoravic, Gollum's physical limitations actually make him a more vers…
May 25, 2023, 2:51 p.m.
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M-Rated Games: Have They Expanded Their Market Share Over the Past Decade?
The games industry moves pretty fast, and there's a tendency for all involved to look constantly to what's next without so much worrying about what came before. That said, even an industry so entrenched in the now can learn from its past. So to refresh our collective memory and perhaps offer some perspective on our field's history, GamesIndustry.biz runs this monthly feature highlighting happenin…
May 25, 2023, 2:08 p.m.
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Have M-Rated Games Maintained Their Market Share Over the Past Decade?
The gaming industry is known for its rapid pace, with a focus on the latest developments and trends. However, it's essential to reflect on the past to gain a deeper understanding of the industry's evolution. This monthly feature highlights significant events in gaming from exactly a decade ago, providing valuable insights into the industry's history. A decade ago, the industry witnessed a surge i…
May 25, 2023, 2:08 p.m.
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Has the Market Share of M-Rated Games Changed Over the Past Decade?
The gaming industry is known for its fast-paced nature, with a constant focus on what's next, often leaving little time to reflect on the past. However, looking back can provide valuable insights into the industry's history. In this monthly feature, we highlight significant events in gaming from exactly a decade ago. A decade ago, the industry saw a surge in M-rated games, with these titles accou…
May 25, 2023, 2:08 p.m.
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From Fan Game to Published Title: The Journey of Protodroid Delta
Today marks the release of Protodroid Delta, a 3D action-platformer developed by solo dev Adam Kareem. Kareem's journey as a hobbyist developer began with creating fan games based on Sonic and Mega Man, which eventually led to the creation of Protodroid Delta. With a background in mechanical engineering and a full-time job in tech, Kareem balanced his dream project with family responsibilities. H…
May 25, 2023, 1:06 p.m.
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The Evolution of Protodroid Delta: From Mega Man Fan Game to Humble-Published Title
Today marks the highly anticipated release of Protodroid Delta, a 3D action-platformer developed by solo dev Adam Kareem. Game development is inherently challenging, but Kareem took on the added difficulty of balancing his project with a full-time job and family responsibilities. As a self-taught developer without formal training in game development, Kareem began exploring his passion for game cr…
May 25, 2023, 1:06 p.m.
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The Evolution of Protodroid Delta: From Mega Man Fan Game to Published Title
Today marks the highly anticipated release of the indie title Protodroid Delta, a 3D action-platformer developed by solo dev Adam Kareem. Game development is a challenging endeavor, but Kareem took it to the next level by balancing his dream project with a full-time job and raising a family. 'I'm a bit of a poser, you could say, because I don't have any formal background in games,' Kareem says wi…
May 25, 2023, 1:06 p.m.