Today in Games — Oct 26
Posted by GamesDaily
- Steam Week in Review: AI disclosures enter the discourse again, as Epic CEO calls them 'just as partisan as mandatory political essays' — The renewed debate over AI disclosures matters because it could affect how players understand the way games are made and what information developers provide.… — discuss · link - Phantom Blade Zero review — Phantom Blade Zero stands out for how it uses the feel of classic martial arts cinema to shape its action. That could matter to players and the industry… — discuss · link - Phantom Blade Zero Is the Perfect Martial Arts Game, For Better or Worse — Phantom Blade Zero matters because it shows how Wuxia-inspired visual spectacle can shape the experience of an action game. It also raises questions about… — discuss · link - Xbox Reportedly Bungled $500 Million Netflix Exclusivity Deal To Develop Movies, Shows Based On Games — The reported deal matters because it suggests Xbox may have focused on movies and shows based on games instead of putting that money toward games or services.… — discuss · link - Tomb Raider's PS5 Remake Tipped to Be Just as Long as the PS1 Classic — Spend roughly 15 hours as Lara Croft.When I was doing research for this article, I had it in my head the original Tomb Raider on PS1 was likely a maximum of… — link This week’s stories show games being shaped by debates over AI, cinematic presentation, adaptations, and remakes. They also raise questions about where publishers should spend resources and how much outside media influences game development. Which of these trends are you noticing most in the games you play?