South Australia boosts its Digital Games Fund to $1 million, introducing a studio placement program for local talent.
Today’s gaming news is marked by a significant development in the support for digital games in South Australia. As reported by GamesHub, the South Australian government has doubled its Digital Games Fund to $1 million. This enhanced funding is complemented by a new placement program aimed at nurturing local gaming talent by assisting aspiring creators in joining established studios. This initiative suggests a robust commitment to fostering the local games development scene, positioning South Australia as a potential hotspot for burgeoning talent in the industry.
Ongoing Support for Diablo 4
In other news, Blizzard has clarified its plans regarding the future of “Diablo 4” amid anticipation for “Diablo 5.” According to a report by GamesHub, Blizzard intends to continue supporting “Diablo 4” post the release of its sequel, contingent on the game’s player engagement levels. This decision highlights Blizzard’s strategy of sustaining interest across its major franchise titles simultaneously, focusing on the active community dynamics rather than shifting entirely to new releases.
PC Ports Make Progress
Long-time fans of “Bloodborne” and Hideo Kojima’s “P.T.” have reasons to rejoice as both titles are closer than ever to being natively playable on PC. Destructoid reports that “Bloodborne” is nearing completion for a PC port, with developers on GitHub making significant strides in adapting the PlayStation 4 version to run directly on Linux and Windows systems. Meanwhile, Destructoid also confirms that “P.T.,” the infamous playable teaser for a cancelled Silent Hills project, has finally been ported to PC, offering fans one last scare just in time for Halloween. These developments are significant for players eager to experience these cult classics with the improved performance and accessibility that PC gaming offers.
New Releases and Offers
October continues to be a busy month for game releases and membership perks. Two new horror games are set to launch on October 8, amidst a strong year for the genre following the successful release of “Resident Evil Requiem,” noted by GameRant. In addition, PlayStation Plus subscribers can take advantage of a bonus free download this October, further adding to the month’s usual offerings as reported by GameRant. Furthermore, Microsoft’s Eurogamer-covered Xbox Game Pass lineup for October has been unveiled, with fresh games entering the fray and a note to try “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” before it exits the service shortly.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Update
Lastly, Capcom’s “MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls” receives an update with the introduction of a new character: Cyclops. The new gameplay reveal showcased his abilities tied to the Phoenix Force, as highlighted in a feature by Gamespot. The character will be available on PS5 and PC in early November.
