A fan-made mod for Cyberpunk 2077 brings back hopes for a multiplayer experience, reviving CD Projekt Red's abandoned plans.
In an otherwise routine weekend of gaming news, a burgeoning community effort around a well-known title has captured attention. Modders are advancing a multiplayer component for Cyberpunk 2077, rekindling plans that CD Projekt Red had initially shelved. As detailed by Destructoid, the official plans for a multiplayer mode were scrapped amid the game’s troubled development cycle. However, community developers are reviving those ambitions with a mod. This could reignite interest in the game and set a precedent for other communities attempting to revive or expand upon abandoned features of major AAA titles. The mod’s success could also influence how CD Projekt approaches multiplayer in the anticipated Cyberpunk 2. However, much remains to be seen regarding the stability and functionality of this fan-driven project.
Corporate Drama at Saber Interactive
Trouble seems to be brewing at Saber Interactive as CEO Matt Karch found himself apologizing to Stella Sacco, a former writer on the AI-heavy project Rideshare Stimulator. As reported by Destructoid, Sacco alleged she was replaced by ChatGPT, a point of contention among industry professionals concerned about AI’s growing role in game development. Karch’s apology was further complicated by his public comments, which took a jab at a former Valve writer, showing the tensions that can arise as AI potentially replaces traditional roles in game development.
New Modes and Updates
For fans of the Marvel universe, a new PvE mode titled ‘Age of Ultron’ is set to launch soon in Marvel Rivals, as teased by GamesHub. This release promises to unveil new hero skills, although it remains to be seen how it will stack up against a chorus of other superhero games flooding the market.
Deals and Reviews
In other news, Bethesda’s Starfield is now available at its lowest price yet according to GameSpot. While initially criticized for not meeting hefty expectations, the sci-fi RPG has improved substantially following several updates. This discount might be enticing to those interested in immersive space-based exploration games.
On the hardware front, the lavishly priced but highly praised Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC headphones were reviewed by GamesHub. The review lauds their audio quality but warns potential buyers of the steep price tag.
Finally, for those waiting on bigger releases, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is keeping the community entertained in the absence of Injustice 3, as noted by GameSpot. This tag-team fighter is gaining recognition for its engaging gameplay, contrasting the long wait for the next installment from NetherRealm Studios.
