Why the friction of early MMO quest design still beats modern convenience
A column praises the friction of early MMO quest design, arguing that modern conveniences have robbed us of real satisfaction.
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Category: Gaming
WoW: Forever Players Are Gushing Over Lighting Updates To A 21-Year-Old Game
WoW: Forever's beta screenshots reveal a 21-year-old game's stunning sunset lighting updates, far more captivating than new features.
Lollipop Chainsaw Is Getting an Official Live-Action Movie Prequel
Lollipop Chainsaw gets an official live-action movie prequel, but James Gunn can't be involved due to DCU commitments.
Alan Ritchson May Take Over as Helldivers Lead After Jason Momoa Steps Out
Alan Ritchson steps into the lead role of Helldivers 2, taking over from Jason Momoa amid creative differences with Justin Lin.
A 27-Year-Old Classic RPG Is Still Getting Patches — Proof The Game Industry Has Changed
A 27-year-old RPG, one of the greatest of all time, still receives patches. Here's what the latest update delivers.
Lego Offers Free Limited-Edition Batman Models With a Specific Purchase — Here’s How to Get One
Lego is giving away free limited-edition Batman Busts this weekend for Lego Insiders. Sign up, claim yours before the two-hour window closes.
Dune Awakening gets a solo mode and softer systems in Update 1.5
Dune Awakening gets a long-awaited solo mode in Update 1.5, plus softer progression and quality-of-life fixes.
CD Projekt Claims Its Decision to Ditch The Witcher 4’s In-House Engine Was Not About Cyberpunk 2077’s Tech Troubles
CD Projekt says abandoning its REDengine for The Witcher 4's Unreal Engine 5 had nothing to do with Cyberpunk 2077's woes; it was always about storytelling.
Nodusfall Looks Like Elden Ring But Plays Its Own Game, Review Says
A dark fantasy action game borrows the look of Elden Ring yet offers its own rewarding combat of cooldowns and positioning.
Star Wars Zero Company Fans Rank Every Hero, From Worst to Best
A writer ranks every hero of Star Wars Zero Company from worst to best, proving tactics games are about caring which pieces you move.
Take-Two CEO Says PC Is ‘Becoming More and More Important’ — Without Committing to a GTA 6 Release Date
Take-Two CEO dodges a question about GTA 6 on PC, saying the platform is becoming more important without committing to a release.
Dragami Games Announces a Lollipop Chainsaw Live-Action Adaptation
A live-action Lollipop Chainsaw movie is in development, a prequel R-rated comedy starring Juliet Starling.