Following Cyberpunk 2077's controversial launch, CD Projekt claims The Witcher 4 is performing well on all platforms, aiming for a smoother release.
Today’s briefing sees an interesting mix of updates in the world of PC gaming, with notable announcements from some key players as well as developments in niche gaming communities. Amid various stories of open-source project milestones and new content unveilings, CD Projekt’s comments on The Witcher 4 stand out.
CD Projekt Red’s Assurance for The Witcher 4
In the wake of the mixed reception of Cyberpunk 2077’s launch, CD Projekt Red is taking a more cautious approach with their upcoming release, The Witcher 4. According to PC Gamer, Michał Nowakowski from CD Projekt has affirmed that the game is “already running” on both PC and console platforms, with a promise that it “is going to run” smoothly across all intended platforms. This stems from lessons learned during the troubled roll-out of Cyberpunk 2077, especially on older consoles. Whether this translates to a seamless experience for players remains to be fully seen, but it suggests a commitment to avoiding past mistakes.
Continued Efforts in Game Preservation and Open Source
On the topic of game preservation and the open-source community, several projects are making strides. GamingOnLinux reports on the ongoing efforts to keep classics like Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun alive via OpenTS, a new reconstruction aiming to bring the nostalgia of this iconic RTS to modern hardware.
Additionally, the evolution simulation game Thrive has seen significant advancements in its Multicellular Stage, inching closer to what fans had hoped Spore might have been, as detailed in GamingOnLinux.
Meanwhile, DOSBOX Staging has released its latest update (0.83), featuring improvements like authentic CRT color emulation and enhanced FMV playback, reinforcing its role in preserving and enhancing the experience of DOS-era games (GamingOnLinux).
Other Developments
In other news, speculations continue in the Elden Ring community, with seasoned dataminer Zullie the Witch revealing detailed insights into new NPC characters introduced in the game’s recent DLC. The connections to past FromSoftware titles, as noted by PC Gamer, will intrigue lore enthusiasts.
Finally, Blizzard is enforcing stricter measures against illegitimate boosting in World of Warcraft Mythic Plus rankings. The game director expressed a commitment to maintaining the competitive integrity of their ranking system, as reported by PC Gamer.
