Today’s daily roundup of gaming news includes the latest updates on upcoming titles like Towerborne, and the release of a new game figure that’s generating buzz. The discussion will cover how HTTPS is revolutionizing the gaming scene. Let’s examine the exciting developments, including:
- Oblivion Remastered PC:Â An impressive modernisation marred by poor performance
- Top Elder Scrolls YouTuber’s Return:Â After a 2-year hiatus, this fan favorite has made a comeback
- Switch 2 Preorders:Â Launch opens to chaos and other top stories of the week
Oblivion Remastered PC: Striking Modernisation Marred by Severe Performance Issues
Source: Eurogamer – April 26, 2025
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered represents an intriguing concept: updating the original game engine to match modern standards, with strategic modifications to gameplay. The majority of the remastering work is executed via an Unreal Engine 5 wrapper. This approach is not entirely unprecedented. Successful examples include Bluepoint’s Shadow of the Colossus, while less effective instances are found in games like the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Definitive Edition. Bethesda Game Studio’s collaboration delivers a thoroughly modernised interpretation of the classic original. However, it suffers from persistent issues from the original game, and the overall performance is plagued by significant, highly distracting problems.
Read the full article at Eurogamer →
Beloved Elder Scrolls YouTuber Returns After Two-Year Hiatus, Igniting a Renewed Passion for Challenge Runs
Source: PC Gamer – April 26, 2025
The internet has a peculiar way of fostering a sense of intimacy, as noted by PC Gamer. On their Steam friends list, many players suddenly became inactive. Some have been absent for a year, while others have been absent for approximately ten years. If these were acquaintances in the physical world, PC Gamer suggests such disappearances would likely prompt a police report. The digital divide, however, means that these once-daily interactions have come to a sudden halt. The hope for their return remains.
This phenomenon extends beyond PC Gamer’s Steam friend list. Two years ago, gaming YouTuber and Bethesda commentator Micky D, known for his Elder Scrolls content, uploaded a Fallout video and then abruptly disappeared from the platform. He recently resurfaced to celebrate the Oblivion remaster with an intriguing new video challenge: Can You Play Daggerfall Without Leaving Daggerfall?
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Switch 2 Preorders Launch Amidst Chaos: This Week’s Top Gaming Stories
Source: Kotaku – April 26, 2025
Significant developments unfolded this week in the gaming world. The long-awaited retail pre-orders for Nintendo’s Switch 2 finally launched in the U.S., following a delay as Nintendo assessed the potential impact of President Trump’s turbulent tariff implementation. However, the launch was far from smooth. Consumers attempting to place orders on various platforms, such as Walmart and Target, experienced numerous errors, confusion, and, in some instances, the cancellation of orders they believed had been confirmed.
Read the full article at Kotaku →
Fallout Creator Regrets Destroying Early Game Development Materials
Source: PC Gamer – April 25, 2025
Tim Cain, the lead developer of the original Fallout, has been shedding light on his diverse career through a series of YouTube videos. These videos often provide intriguing insights into the genesis of what is now one of the most significant franchises in the gaming world. Cain discusses a range of topics, including the intended purpose of the Vaults and the rationale for setting the first game in 2161. In a revelation last year, Cain confessed that he had been forced to destroy a wealth of early Fallout material—from conceptual meeting notes to various game builds—because of a threatened lawsuit from publisher Interplay after he left Black Isle. When Cain’s decision to avoid conflict was understandable at the time, he revisits the topic of game preservation in his latest video, criticizing the poor handling of archival materials by many companies.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
‘Towerborne’ Preview: The Banner Saga Developers Take a Leap from Tactics to Multiplayer Brawling
Source: Game Informer – April 25, 2025
The Banner Saga and its sequels have garnered significant acclaim from critics and tactics game enthusiasts for their profound and meticulous approach to challenging battles, set against a backdrop inspired by Norse mythology. With the trilogy completed, the development team’s latest game represents a significant shift in style. This new title is a lively multiplayer brawler that emphasizes loot acquisition, delivering fast-paced and engaging action. As the game prepares for its release on Xbox Game Preview (accessible through Game Pass) on April 29, and as the PC early access version continues to develop, Game Informer had the opportunity to speak with members of the development team about what sets this project apart.
Read the full article at Game Informer →
First Discount Offered on 8BitDo’s Transparent Green Wireless Gaming Mouse
Source: GameSpot – April 25, 2025
8BitDo’s transparent green gaming keyboard and mouse are now available at a discounted price on Amazon for a limited period. The Retro R8 Wireless Gaming Mouse, initially priced at $60, is now on sale for only $48. This marks the first price reduction for this cost-effective wireless mouse since its debut in January. Conversely, the Retro 87 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard can be purchased for $110, reduced from its previous price of $120. These matching PC gaming peripherals, officially licensed by Xbox, are designed as a tribute to the iconic green special-edition original Xbox. In addition to these deals, GameSpot suggests checking out the matching 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller, set to be released on May 15.
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Enhancing Audio Perception in Call of Duty with PS5’s Audio Focus Settings
Source: GameSpot – April 25, 2025
Perceiving footsteps in Call of Duty can be crucial, particularly in the game’s more competitive modes. The recent system software update for the PlayStation 5 considerably enhances the audibility of such crucial in-game sounds during pivotal moments in Black Ops 6 and Warzone. GameSpot offers a comprehensive guide to the new settings, providing recommendations on how to utilize the Audio Focus feature on PS5 optimally. The PS5 Audio Focus, an accessibility feature that amplifies and clarifies specific elements of game audio, was introduced in Sony’s latest system software update for PlayStation 5 on April 24, 2025.
Read the full article at GameSpot →
‘Split Fiction’ Set for Movie Adaptation, Sydney Sweeney to Star
Source: Game Informer – April 25, 2025
‘Split Fiction’, the sequel to Hazelight Studios’ Game of the Year winner ‘It Takes Two’, has proven to be one of the most successful games of the year. With a Metacritic score of 91 and over two million copies sold within the first week of release, Game Informer reports that the game has achieved significant success. Recently, Variety revealed an exciting development for the game. It’s set to be adapted into a movie, promising to reach an even wider audience.
Jon M. Chu, acclaimed for his recent work on the film adaptation of ‘Wicked’, is set to direct the feature film. Although Chu lacks prior experience adapting video games, he’s well-versed in transforming stories from various media into cinematic experiences. He has worked with books, cartoons, and Broadway musicals in the past.
Find the full article at Game Informer →
Bionic Bay Review – A Physics Puzzle Adventure
Source: Game Informer – April 25, 2025
Bionic Bay, a game that cleverly incorporates elements of precision platformers and physics-oriented puzzle games, is a noteworthy release. It stands out for its consistent and rewarding gameplay, offering an engaging experience from start to finish. It includes a speedrunner-friendly online mode, adding to its appeal. Game Informer noted that, although the enigmatic world-building and dominating industrial themes didn’t quite hit the mark, the game’s sleek traversal and ingenious puzzle design make it a commendable choice, especially for those who enjoy a challenge. The game begins with a significant lab mishap. This leads the protagonist, a hapless office worker, into a world fraught with spinning blades, crushing boxes, freezing rays, and abrupt shifts in gravity.
Read the full article at Game Informer →
Oblivion Remastered: A Remake in Appearance, A Remaster in Gameplay
Source: IGN – April 26, 2025
Bethesda recently revealed Oblivion Remastered, an update that drastically improves the visual experience of the classic 2006 Elder Scrolls game. The announcement left IGN in awe due to the game’s incredible transformation. The original game, with its unique characters and low-resolution landscapes, has evolved into what IGN describes as the most visually stunning Elder Scrolls game to date.
Previous experience with HD overhauls, such as Mass Effect Legendary Edition and Dark Souls Remastered, has led IGN to expect modest enhancements from remastered versions. These games, in IGN’s opinion, are barely distinguishable from their Xbox 360 predecessors. The appearance of the Imperial City in Oblivion Remastered, however, is a standout. This iconic location, dating back almost 20 years, has been impressively reconstructed using Unreal Engine 5, complete with ray tracing technology.
For a more detailed analysis, read the full article at IGN.
Water Becomes a Precious Commodity in the Dune: Awakening Beta, Turning Innocent Scavengers into important Hydration Sources
Source: PC Gamer – April 25, 2025
PC Gamer appreciates what Funcom has achieved with the water and hydration system in Dune: Awakening. After playing about 25 hours of the beta over several weeks, PC Gamer noted that water scarcity is a significant issue from the onset on the desert planet of Arrakis. Each resolved hydration issue seems to be replaced by another complexity in the system. Following a crash-landing on the desert planet without a spare pint of hydration, players are initially limited to extracting water from scattered plants. This provides only about one-third of the required hydration.
Read the full article at PC Gamer →
Clarification on Rewards and Cosmetic Microtransactions in FBC: Firebreak by Developers
Source: GameSpot – April 25, 2025
Remedy Entertainment, following their announcement that the multiplayer co-op shooter FBC: Firebreak will be released this summer, has provided further details about the game’s reward system. As explained in the official post on Steam, the game will feature both free and paid content. The developers clarified the distinction between “Requisitions,” sets of items including weapons, equipment, and cosmetics earned through gameplay, and “Classified Requisitions,” which exclusively consist of cosmetic microtransactions. Players can acquire items in Requisitions using “Lost Assets,” an in-game currency obtained by completing Jobs. The developer post emphasized the simplicity of the system: “Play the game, unlock stuff.” Unlike many contemporary online games with timed battle passes and stores offering rotating items, FBC: Firebreak will permanently offer its Requisitions.
For more details, read the full article at GameSpot →
GOG’s Preservation Program Welcomes Classic JRPG Breath Of Fire 4
Source: GameSpot – April 25, 2025
GameSpot reports that the classic Capcom JRPG Breath of Fire 4 has found a new home on PC thanks to GOG’s preservation program. The updated version of this classic game is now DRM-free and has been enhanced to be compatible with modern PCs. It runs smoothly on Windows 10 and 11, and includes both English and Japanese language options. The game also supports modern controllers, including the Sony DualSense. Fans of the game can purchase it on GOG for $10.
The new version of the game features significant improvements. Players will see the restoration of missing sound effects and the introduction of new rendering options. GameSpot mentions that developers have addressed several issues that previously caused the game to crash abruptly.
Read the full article at GameSpot →
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