Gaming News for Week 1 of April 2024. This week there were alot of notable titles and studios with some relatively big news, like information on The Elder Scrolls 6, a new page for Hollow Knight: Silksong, and develpoment information on the Knights of the Old Republic remake. Find out all the latest Gaming News for Week 1 of April 2024 in our article!
Gaming News for Week 2 of March 2024
Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors Has Been Launched on Steam
Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors has just launched version 1.0, pulling a roguelike twist of survival on the classic RPG. Available now with a 40% launch discount, this update adds a bunch of new options, add-ons, and Steam Deck support all in one package.
The Version 1.0 changes add many new weapons in the war against the growing power of an evil lich. Additionally, a new sprint mechanic has been added to escape damage in the blink of an eye, and a potion belt has been added. Dedicated chapters, permanent updates through a card system, compatibility with Steam Remote Play, and faster character progression, all included in the Gallowspire Survivors release compatible with Steam Deck.
If you’re a fan of Vampire Survivors or the Pathfinder RPG series from Owlcat, then this action-packed dungeon crawler is probably right up your alley. If you purchase it on Steam for the launch, you can get it for $6.99 or your local equivalent.
Bloodborne Kart is Still In The ‘Race’ But Now Its Called Nightmare Kart
Nightmare Kart, formerly known as Bloodborne Kart, now officially has a release date as the first and only bloodborne racing game.
The game is being created by Lilith Walther, the mind behind the Bloodborne “demake” that downgraded Bloodborne’s graphics to create a PlayStation 1 style version of the game. Walther’s racing game Bloodborne Kart also has a reminiscent PS1 aesthetic, but Sony, owners of the Bloodborne intellectual property, halted development by requesting the removal of the game’s branding.
But all hope is not lost, as Bloodborne Kart will retain its aesthetic and gameplay design under a different name: Nightmare Kart.
Despite the name change, Nightmare Kart is still spiritually a continuation of the Bloodborne PS1 Demake Walther released in 2022. As for Bloodborne itself, a sequel or possible remake seems farther away than ever, as even Hidetaka Miyazaki states that FromSoftware simply does not own the intellectual property. So, even if Nightmare Kart is ultimately legally distinct, it’s a nice gift for fans who have been waiting for nearly a decade for a follow-up.
This version will feature at least 20 racers inspired by Victorian gothic imagery, along with 16 maps distinct enough from Bloodborne to avoid any legal issues with the Japanese company. Nightmare Kart will be available completely free on Steam starting from May 31st, so if it sounds interesting to you, keep a lookout on that day!
Hollow Knight Silksong Suddenly Appears On Xbox Store
The Hollow Knight sequel being developed by Team Cherry was supposed to have been released sometime during the past year 2023, but was ultimately delayed.
As of today, we still have had no signs of a release date, however we did see significant change on the Xbox Store this week as we can now see a whole new page for Hollow Knight: Silksong on the Xbox Store and the rest of the platforms’ stores where it will be available.
Hilariously, the page actually went public on April Fool’s Day, so many actually doubted the legitimacy of the new information at first, given how long it has been since the last update from Team Cherry.
The page itself is still clearly in a very early state. As expected, the game does not offer the option to pre-order it, and doesn’t give much new information on what to expect or when the game will be released.
The fact that Team Cherry has opened a page on each of the stores where the game will be released indicates that it may be something that will be revealed sooner rather than later. For now, we will just have to keep on waiting. Surely it will payoff, right?
The First Big Enshrouded Update 0.7.1.0 Is Out Now
Keen Games has launched the first major update for Enshrouded, Hollow Halls. The update adds new dungeons, a new enemy faction, rewards, a new crafting station, performance improvements, UI enhancements, and much more.
It’s the first major content update since the early access launched for Enshrouded, and it covers a significant number of features that were planned on the games extensive roadmap for 2024.
The most important part of the update is undoubtedly the Hollow Halls. These new dungeons can be found in each biome and will challenge even the most seasoned players with their difficulty. Additionally, in this new location, players can also recruit a new NPC for their base.
From Keen Games‘ perspective, they say this update tests players, and the studio recommends preparing well. “It’s possible to complete the dungeon alone, but it would be very difficult; we recommend bringing a friend. If you collaborate with strangers, remember you can create a copy of your saved files,”.
Ubisoft Makes 45 New Layoffs
Bad news in the video game industry continues to be prevalent, with Ubisoft being the latest to lay off 45 employees from its workforce. I feel like by now, every week we have to report some kind of layoff happening. In 2023, the total number of people who lost their jobs due to internal restructuring reached 10,500. During only the first four months of 2024, we have already exceeded eight thousand workers, so we could be looking at double the layoffs we saw in 2023 by the end of the year.
These 45 individuals are not the only ones affected, as a few months ago, the company laid off another 150 workers to reorganize its operations. Some time ago, we showed how some experts in this industry predicted that if 2023 was the year of layoffs, 2024 could be the year of closures. We’ll see how accurate they are, but for now, the number of people who have lost their jobs seems poised to surpass that of 2023.
We’ll see what happens in the coming months, but if this does not stabilise, there will be really tough times ahead for some of the workers in the video game industry.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Has Sold Over 2.5 Million Copies
Capcom has announced that Dragon’s Dogma 2 has already surpassed 2.5 million copies sold worldwide since its release on March 22nd.
Furthermore, reports indicate that the title has sold exceptionally well in the United Kingdom and Japan. In the UK, it has been hailed as the best-selling launch of the year. On the other hand, in Japan, it ranked second in sales during its first week.
The franchise’s cumulative sales, including the original game and the Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen edition, have exceeded 10 million units thanks to the sequel’s significant impact.
It’s an immersive game where we’ve personally spent a bunch of hours. We still discover new surprises as we create different builds for our guides, and utilise the unique abilities of each Vocations. Undoubtedly, this title will keep you occupied and provide many hours of enjoyable gameplay.
Patches have already been released for the PC version, but the company acknowledges that there are more improvements to be made that will be added in the future.
Amazon Games Has Launched the Fifth Season of New World
You probably haven’t heard of New World in a while, but New World fans have exciting news for the MMORPG. The Amazon Games team has announced the debut of the fifth season, titled Season of the Guardian.
In this new season, players can discover the conclusion of the main story mission, along with various limited-time seasonal events such as Spring Blossom and Rabbit Revenge.
Additionally, those who have acquired the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion will have some additional content:
The Season Trial: Skilled players can join up to 10 maximum-level players to solve runic puzzles, defeat an ice construct, and more to receive exclusive rewards.
New Artifacts: Eight new artifacts can be obtained throughout the Season to redefine your playstyle.
All New World players will be able participate in new events and seasonal opportunities, including:
New Season Pass: A new Season Journey launches alongside a new Activity Card, Challenges, and rewards that include cosmetics and consumables.
Rabbit Revenge: The rabbit plague has returned once again to New World and is more dangerous than ever. Help eradicate the plague to earn unique event rewards and be careful of the explosions while hunting.
Gamepad Support: Players who prefer to venture equipped with their favorite gamepad can expect the upcoming release of gamepad support for New World.
Additionally, players will soon be able to return to Spring Blossom, starting on April 10th, as Awakening Time returns once more, calling its children to share an ancient secret capable of granting true freedom. Players can help Bloom Herald uncover the mysteries of the ethereal Wispybloom and color the Springtide seasonal rewards.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake is Still Alive
According to Saber Interactive, The Star Wars KOTOR remake is still alive, although its development is going to take a while.
Announced in 2021 as a PS5 exclusive on console and also on PC, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake made headlines as one of the most anticipated titles in gaming. However, the recent news about the state of the game has not been very positive, with many rumours circulating that the game had been cancelled
However, Saber Interactive, creators of the KOTOR Remake, have spoken with IGN after leaving Embracer Group to become a private company. The CEO of the company wanted to reassure any anxious fans that the remake is alive and under development. Matthew Karch has assured that Saber Interactive has taken KOTOR with them in their separation from Embracer, and that they continue to work on the project.
In his words, “It’s clear and obvious that we are working on this.” “It has appeared in the press numerous times. What I will say is that the game is alive and kicking, and we are dedicated to ensuring that we exceed consumer expectations.”
So everyone relax, one of George Lucas’ most anticipated projects remains. Before the Star Wars KOTOR remake, another highly anticipated project like Star Wars Outlaws will arrive, so you can scratch that Star Wars itch this year.
Dino Crisis Could Be The Next Capcom Remake
Capcom currently has successful titles on PC, Steam Deck, PS4, PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, but there are fans who miss the retro throwbacks in Capcom’s history,such as Dino Crisis.
Last month, Capcom launched a survey asking users if they would like to see “new installments, remakes, or reboots” of sagas like Dino Crisis, Okami, Dead Rising or any other Capcom titles. The Jurassic creatures managed to overshadow the rest of Capcom’s arsenal, as you may see in the Twitter Post showing a jumble of words representing some of the most mentioned names in the survey.
However, as seen in the second image, other Capcom games such as Mega Man, Darkstalkers, Ace Attorney, Onimusha, Veronica and Breath of Fire can be seen. Meanwhile, successful and active franchises like Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, Street Fighter, and Devil May Cry also had quite a few mentions.
Will We Finally See a Remake?
As you can expect, this probably doesn’t mean that Capcom has the remake of Dino Crisis in development or are thinking about announcing it, but for any Dino Crisis fans, perhaps you can start to get a little bit excited.
Bethesda Reveals How Development Of The Elder Scrolls VI Is Going
For The Elder Scrolls’ 30th anniversary celebration, one of the most important sagas in video game history, Bethesda shared some brief details about the development of the new installment of the franchise, The Elder Scrolls VI.
Bethesda referred to the development of The Elder Scrolls VI As part of a post made on their Twitter account to commemorate the 30th anniversary of The Elder Scrolls, one of their most iconic franchises. In the last paragraph of the post, Bethesda stated: “Last but not least, yes, we are developing the next chapter: The Elder Scrolls VI. Even now, returning to Tamriel and playing the early versions of the game fills us with the same joy, excitement, and promise of adventure.”
There are still no certainties about when the new game for Bethesda’s saga could arrive, and it was clear from the message posted that the company is still far from being able to determine a specific date.
Since its announcement in 2018, it has been believed that The Elder Scrolls VI could hit the market for PC and Xbox exclusively. However, Microsoft has been preparing for the arrival of its exclusive games on PlayStation and Nintendo platforms, with titles like Hi-Fi Rush, Sea of Thieves, Starfield, Hellblade II, Halo and Gears of War all having plans to be ported.
With the change of direction that Xbox seems to be taking regarding its exclusive licences, the possibility of having a version of ESO 6 on Sony’s current-generation console is more open than ever, so Playstation fans may still be able to enjoy the title.
