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Indie Roundup: Myst and Riven Remakes Spark Retro Revival, Bubsy 4D Arrives, and a Wave of New Indies
gaming3 days ago

Indie Roundup: Myst and Riven Remakes Spark Retro Revival, Bubsy 4D Arrives, and a Wave of New Indies

Indie roundup highlights Myst and Riven’s PS5/PS VR2 remakes, Bubsy 4D’s cross‑platform return, and a batch of new indie titles: Fail Fail Succeed (a puzzle-platformer turning failure into progress, inspired by mental health experiences), Ferra (stylish future‑Japan FPS with morphing kitsune form), Thick as Thieves (co‑op/solo stealth heist from Thief and System Shock veterans), and Phonopolis (Amanita Design’s cardboard‑stop‑motion puzzle adventure). It also covers upcoming drops like Dark Scrolls (June 22 release), Warhammer Survivors demo and Boltgun 2 news, Kidbash: Super Legend trailer (early 2027 release), plus festival glimpses (Six One Indie, BitSummit), and Mina the Hollower’s May 29 launch date, with Mouseward teased by Finite Reflection Studios.

PS5 inFAMOUS Project Rumors Spark Hope for Remakes or New Entry
gaming9 days ago

PS5 inFAMOUS Project Rumors Spark Hope for Remakes or New Entry

A rumor claims Sony is developing an inFAMOUS project for PS5, possibly a remake of the PS3 games led by a studio other than Sucker Punch; the tip is based on a single source and unverified, and could have been canceled. Fans are hopeful for remakes or a new entry, while Sony has signaled openness to outsourcing IPs to other developers and Sucker Punch previously said it had no current plans to revisit inFAMOUS.

Wizardry Rights Split: Atari Reclaims First Five Games, Drecom Keeps Core IP
gaming18 days ago

Wizardry Rights Split: Atari Reclaims First Five Games, Drecom Keeps Core IP

Atari announced it acquired the rights to Wizardry’s first five games and the underlying IP, with plans for re-releases and multimedia spinoffs, while Drecom says it retains ownership and management of the remaining Wizardry titles and branding; the unusual split creates dual custodians for the venerable RPG and a path toward broader franchise development.

Myst and Riven Reimagined for Modern Consoles and Microsoft Store
technology21 days ago

Myst and Riven Reimagined for Modern Consoles and Microsoft Store

Cyan Worlds is releasing remakes of Myst and its sequel Riven for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the Microsoft Store, including PS VR2 support, ray-traced reflections, and a 60fps Performance Mode. PS5 Pro Enhanced options and a Power Saver mode are included, Xbox supports 4K and HDR, and both titles will cost $35 with a May 19 launch (Myst is already purchasable on Xbox Series X/S).

Resident Evil Starter Guide: Best Entry Points for New Players
gaming2 months ago

Resident Evil Starter Guide: Best Entry Points for New Players

To mark 30 years of Resident Evil, the piece suggests several beginner-friendly entry points rather than a strict order: the 2002 RE remake as the clearest modern starting point, with the original 1996 PS1 game as another option; the GameCube remake and RE0 as a prequel for timeline context; Resident Evil 4 (and its remake) as a self-contained modern entry; The Umbrella Chronicles as a quick recap of key story beats; and Resident Evil 7 as a modern, first-person entry. Readers are invited to vote in a poll on the best starting game, reflecting a variety of paths depending on preferred gameplay and familiarity with the series.

Classic Kanto Remakes Land on Nintendo Switch
gaming2 months ago

Classic Kanto Remakes Land on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch is getting digital re-releases of Pokémon FireRed Version and LeafGreen Version on Feb. 27 (also playable on Switch 2), available in English, French, and Spanish via My Nintendo Store and Nintendo eShop for $19.99; the remakes preserve the original 151 Pokémon, include GBA-era updates, and support local multiplayer without a Game Link Cable, with language options fixed per edition (EU French/Spanish noted); a nod to Pokémon’s 30th anniversary accompanies the launch.

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Release on Switch for 30th Anniversary Celebration
gaming2 months ago

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Release on Switch for 30th Anniversary Celebration

Nintendo marks 30 years of Pokémon with Switch releases of FireRed and LeafGreen, including Sevii islands, local wireless trading, and language-specific versions (English, French, Spanish) priced at $19.99 each; Switch Online members gain access to updated Pokémon music via Nintendo Music, with language/version and regional availability notes.

Kanto Classics Return on Switch as Digital FireRed and LeafGreen Remakes
technology3 months ago

Kanto Classics Return on Switch as Digital FireRed and LeafGreen Remakes

On Feb 28, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen return as digital-only remakes on Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2) via eShop, letting players explore Kanto with the original 151 Pokémon, classic soundtrack, and Game Boy Advance-era updates, plus local co-op without a Link Cable; tracks from these games are now available in the Nintendo Music app for Switch Online members.

Ringwald Urges Fresh Takes on Hughes Classics, Not Remakes
entertainment3 months ago

Ringwald Urges Fresh Takes on Hughes Classics, Not Remakes

Molly Ringwald says John Hughes wouldn’t want his films remade and they can’t be remade without his permission, which he reportedly didn’t grant; she believes remakes aren’t appropriate and would prefer new interpretations that address today’s issues, with The Breakfast Club seen as the most relevant Hughes work. Ringwald shared these thoughts at Sundance while promoting Run Amok.

Molly Ringwald Pushes Against Remakes of John Hughes Classics
entertainment3 months ago

Molly Ringwald Pushes Against Remakes of John Hughes Classics

Molly Ringwald says John Hughes movies like The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles shouldn’t be remade, noting Hughes’s death means he wouldn’t approve and suggesting modern works inspired by his themes instead. She argues remakes would recreate a different era, and she’d rather see filmmakers tackle today’s issues and diversity, with Hughes’s family potentially guiding decisions.