Games

‘Negotiations are underway’ for a Stalker 2 Netflix show, because bleak post-apocalyptic fiction and Chornobyl are a killer TV combo

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It seems that Stalker 2’s debut on PC last month followed a pattern that was likely anticipated. The game has endured over a decade of development difficulties, compounded by the harsh reality of war in its native land. Add to this the well-known issue of buggy yet exceptional games in the Stalker series, and Stalker 2 found itself, as our reviewer Josh put it, plagued with performance problems and bugs that “failed to obscure the mad, wonderful essence of Stalker”.

STALKER 2 Makes Almost 2,000 New Bug Fixes in December 2024 Update

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In a recent development, the creators at GSC Game World have rolled out an update for the chilling survival game, STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl. This new version, labeled as patch 1.1, brings about numerous enhancements and boasts an impressive 1,800 bug fixes. This latest STALKER 2 update arrived a month after the game’s launch, addressing the lingering issues such as bugs and glitches that were still under correction in the eagerly anticipated sequel, which received generally favorable reviews upon release.

Skull and Bones Year 2 Content is in Development – Rumor

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Despite a rocky start, attracting fewer than one million players initially, and receiving mixed reviews, it appears that Ubisoft’s game, Skull and Bones, will continue to receive content for another year. Tom Henderson from Insider Gaming, who has sources privy to the plans, claims that Season 1 is scheduled to launch early next year. This news follows Ubisoft’s decision to discontinue support for XDefiant, let go of several employees, and close down Ubisoft San Francisco and Osaka studios.

The Legend of Zelda Fans Prepare for Return of GameCube Classic

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Fans of The Legend of Zelda are eagerly anticipating the possible reappearance of a classic from the Nintendo GameCube era on the Nintendo Switch, or even the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Post the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Zelda enthusiasts are speculating about future developments. It’s likely that there will be a mainline Zelda game eventually for the Nintendo Switch 2, but before that, fans might take a trip down memory lane with a return to the series’ roots.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Patch Brings Major A-Life 2.0 and AI Improvements

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In an update labeled patch 1.1, GSC Game World has introduced enhancements for “S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.” This update boasts over 1,800 fixes, primarily focusing on advancements for A-Life 2.0. More Non-Player Characters (NPCs) will be found wandering the Zone, and a problem that previously prevented them from existing in Offline mode has been rectified. Additionally, NPCs will no longer appear mysteriously behind players, and their visible range has significantly increased.

Sony Will Enter Strategic Capital and Business Alliance With Kadokawa on January 7th

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On a thrilling day, January 7th, 2025, I was overjoyed to learn about the strategic partnership between two titans of the industry – Sony Group Corporation and Kadokawa. In this alliance, Sony will invest approximately 50 billion yen for over 12 million new shares, making them a significant 10% shareholder in Kadokawa. I can’t wait to see what innovative collaborations these giants will bring to the table!