Ubisoft removes its launcher from Steam, enhancing user experience, while No Man's Sky expands, and Final Fantasy 7 teases its conclusion, among other updates.
In a significant move for Steam users, Ubisoft is removing the Ubisoft Connect launcher from the platform and replacing it with a new service, Ubisoft Connect Services. According to GamingOnLinux, this change is likely to simplify the launch process for players who have been frustrated with multiple layers of DRM and launchers. By reducing hurdles between players and their games, Ubisoft aligns with a broader industry trend of minimizing client clutter, though details of the new Connect Services are yet to be fully uncovered.
No Man’s Sky Expands Further
Hello Games continues to expand No Man’s Sky with the new “Cosmos” update, as reported by GamingOnLinux. The update introduces features like orbital construction, alliances, and massive shipwrecks. This further cements No Man’s Sky’s reputation as a “forever space sandbox,” continually evolving and attracting players with its expansive content and updates.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: The Last Chapter?
The Final Fantasy 7 remake series is nearing its intended finale with Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. In a conversation covered by RockPaperShotgun, director Naoki Hamaguchi emphasized creating the game as if it’s the concluding chapter of the saga. However, with additional DLCs on the horizon, the story might not conclude just yet, reflecting the larger trend in gaming to continue iconic IPs beyond their original scopes.
Modding Highlights
- A unique collaboration between Bethesda and IKEA has resulted in a playful Skyrim mod, adding an official crossover that marries Sweden’s iconic furniture design with the fantasy world of The Elder Scrolls. RockPaperShotgun praised the mod for its creativity.
- Grand Theft Auto V has been transformed by a mod into a surveillance state teeming with cameras, inspired by real-world conversations around public surveillance device proliferation. PCGamesN details modder Morry’s additions, which are likely to spark discussions about privacy in virtual spaces. PCGamesN reports on this intriguing modding effort.
New and Upcoming Releases
Scheduled for October 9th, Truckful is set to offer players a blend of delivery simulation with mysterious undertones, as announced by publishers MythicOwl and Pocketpair. GamingOnLinux provides more on this intriguing upcoming release, suggesting it will offer a peaceful yet intriguing gameplay experience.
Elsewhere in the strategic gaming realm, Ex Sanguis comes under the spotlight with its novel approach to mixing tactical gameplay with Othercide’s timeline mechanics in a roguelike format. Detailed by RockPaperShotgun, the game focuses on mastery of time over space, offering a fresh twist for strategy enthusiasts.
