Another banger from Noclip: their latest doco explores the creation of Counter-Strike’s Dust2, tracing Dave Johnston’s journey from making maps as a teenager to designing one of gaming’s most iconic maps. It highlights Dust2’s evolution, cultural impact, and enduring legacy.
Black Myth: Wukong is a crazy impressive, visually stunning action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. It’s not a soulslike, and it’s not entirely a boss-rush either. Combat is fluid, satisfying, sometimes challenging. The enemy variety is wild, and the boss designs are compelling. The narrative is engaging, the overall atmosphere and world-building are captivating. Remarkable achievement for a studios first big game.
Mika and the Witch’s Mountain feels like a love letter to Ghibli and Wind Waker, with its whimsical world, light-hearted atmosphere and gameplay. As a rookie witch, you’ll deliver packages to quirky townsfolk, zipping around on your broom through the charming art style. It’s not without flaws, but being short and sweet, they’re relatively easy to overlook. The simplicity won’t be for everyone, but if you’re up for a cosy Sunday, definitely give it a go.
Sony is pulling their new hero shooter Concord just two weeks after its release on August 23. It famously failed to gain traction, with only 660 peak players. Full refunds are being offered as developers at Firewalk Studios review the game’s future. Big oof.
Valve makes games! Initially kept under wraps via an invite-only system, Deadlock blends MOBA elements with shooter mechanics: its fast-paced, lane-based gameplay combines elements from the likes of Dota and Overwatch and is immediately compelling. While still in very early development, the game shows immense promise: everything already feels great and the setting, tone and aesthetic are super cool.
In a new report from Jason Schreier; Chris Barrett - the former Game Director for Marathon and Bungie OG - was replaced by Joe Ziegler in March 2024 after an internal investigation led to his firing. At least eight female employees had lodged complaints about Barrett’s inappropriate behaviour, prompting the investigation. Despite his departure being initially unexplained, it was later revealed that Barrett’s conduct included inappropriate comments and messages to lower-ranking staff. Barrett left the studio in April 2024, ending his nearly 25-year tenure with Bungie.
Very keen on the look of this. Check out the latest gameplay from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG with real-time elements. The video features characters Gustave and Lune exploring the Flying Waters region and battling a creature called Goblu. Launches in 2025 on basically everything.
Check out the reveal trailer of Morsels, an upcoming top-down roguelike in which you play as a mouse using cards to transform into various monsters, switching between characters across runs. Launches on Switch in February 2025.
Pretty wild that Balatro, an indie game from a solo developer, can put out a free update featuring card skins in collaboration with franchises; The Witcher 3, Dave the Diver, Vampire Survivors, and Among Us. Onya localthunk! Friends of Jimbo is available now.
Nekki revealed a new trailer for SPINE, featuring its ‘gun fu’ combat, parkour, and cyberpunk setting. The trailer introduces boss fights, a soundtrack by Le Castle Vania, and dynamic combat seemingly aiming for “Sifu, but guns” (not a bad thing!). Set to release in late 2025.