Author: GIStaff

Fntastic, the embattled studio behind The Day Before, has taken legal action against Russian news site Yakutia.info for referring to the game as a “scam.” The lawsuit comes amid widespread criticism of the studio’s handling of the game’s launch, its use of unpaid volunteer labor, and its recent failed crowdfunding campaign. This move raises questions about whether the studio is attempting to restore its reputation or silence negative press. Fntastic is suing Yakutia.info, a Siberian-based Russian news outlet, for allegedly damaging its reputation by calling The Day Before a “scam” and accusing the studio of copying game mechanics from other titles. The lawsuit…

Undertale, the beloved indie RPG by Toby Fox, has reached a new milestone nearly ten years after its initial release. The game recently set an all-time concurrent player record on Steam, surpassing its previous peak from 2015. This resurgence in popularity highlights the enduring appeal of Undertale, which continues to captivate both longtime fans and newcomers. On Steam, Undertale reached a peak of 11,071 concurrent players, exceeding its previous record of 10,473 set in December 2015. This is a notable achievement, as the game had not surpassed 5,000 concurrent players since 2016. The recent increase in player numbers shows that…

A recently discovered Nintendo patent has shed new light on the company’s secretive online playtest game, potentially linking it to key developers from past projects. The patent, published under the number US 20250083046, lists Yusuke Amano, Tsubasa Sakaguchi, Masaki Wada, and Shinya Yano as its inventors. Amano and Sakaguchi previously directed Splatoon, though Sakaguchi later shifted to work on Nintendo Labo. Wada and Yano, meanwhile, contributed as programmers on Ring Fit Adventure. The patent outlines mechanics related to sandbox-style gameplay, specifically focusing on methods for restricting player actions within a designated area. This function appears designed to prevent griefing—a common…

The highly anticipated remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (KOTOR) is still in development, according to Saber Interactive. Despite ongoing concerns about its troubled production, Saber’s leadership has confirmed that the project hasn’t been canceled. However, since its initial announcement in 2021, there have been no new updates or footage, leaving fans uncertain about when—or if—the remake will finally be released. Originally, the KOTOR remake was announced in 2021 with Aspyr leading development. However, reports in 2022 indicated significant issues with the project, leading to its indefinite delay. This prompted Saber Interactive, known for titles like Warhammer 40K: Space Marine, to take…

A controversy over AI-generated artwork recently unfolded on the Balatro subreddit, leading to decisive action from the game’s developer, Localthunk, and publisher, Playstack. The situation arose when a former subreddit moderator, DrTankHead, permitted AI-generated art on the forum, provided it was properly labeled. However, Localthunk swiftly intervened, making it clear that neither they nor Playstack condone AI-generated imagery. As a result, DrTankHead was removed from the moderation team, and AI art was officially banned from the subreddit. The Origins of the Controversy The issue began when DrTankHead, a moderator of the Balatro subreddit, introduced a policy allowing AI-generated artwork in…

Pocketpair, the developer behind the popular game Palworld, has announced that February 28, 2025, will be a special non-working day for most of its employees. The decision follows a surge of “mysterious” notices from staff members who reported that they might be feeling unwell and unable to work on that day. The announcement, made via the company’s official channels, humorously acknowledges the influx of these unexpected leave requests. In response, Pocketpair has chosen to grant a special leave day for the majority of its employees. However, the company assures that ongoing development and updates for Palworld and Craftopia will not…

A review for Monster Hunter Wilds has surfaced earlier than expected, with PCMag accidentally posting its verdict ahead of the game’s official release. The review awarded the highly anticipated action RPG a perfect 10/10, praising its stunning visuals, refined gameplay mechanics, and engaging narrative. The review highlighted that Monster Hunter Wilds delivers a polished experience, noting that the full release, including the day-one patch, ran flawlessly on a launch PlayStation 5. Concerns about performance during the open beta seem to have been resolved, as the final build reportedly offers three visual modes—Fidelity, Balanced, and Performance. Players can also set frame rate caps at 30,…

The source code for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas has reportedly leaked in full, according to a detailed timeline pieced together by Reddit users and corroborated by forum leaks. The breach traces back to 2017 and involves multiple hackers, blackmail attempts, and connections to Rockstar’s maligned GTA Definitive Edition. Timeline of the Leak 2017–2018: A hacker dubbed “John Doe” allegedly obtained the source code for the GTA Trilogy—including San Andreas—from WarDrum Studios (now Grove Street Games), the developers behind Rockstar’s mobile ports and the Xbox 360/PS3 versions. Files dated between 2013 and 2018 suggest the code originated from these older console and mobile adaptations.…

Alleged details about Far Cry 7 have surfaced online, courtesy of a Reddit user claiming access to now-deleted casting documents. According to the leak, the game will center on the Bennet family—a wealthy clan embroiled in a cutthroat power struggle akin to HBO’s Succession. The Bennets include six members: Layla, Dax, Brie, Christian, Henry, and Krista, though their exact roles remain unclear. The leak identifies primary antagonist Ian Duncan as a “charismatic conspiracy theorist” leading an army of followers and harboring a “burning envy for the wealthy elite.” Secondary characters include John Mackay and Dr. Safna Kazan, though their connections to the…

Avowed, the upcoming action role-playing game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Xbox Game Studios, has received an impressive first review from the outlet But Why Tho?. Set to release on February 12, 2025, the game was awarded a score of 9.5 out of 10, with the review praising its standout achievements in gameplay and narrative design. Although the review embargo wasn’t scheduled to be lifted yet, the outlet accidentally published their review on their website, which was then cached by OpenCritic. They have since taken down the review, but not before others managed to extract some excerpts from it.…