Nintendo Loses Creature Summoning Patent, RDR2 Inspires Devs – This Week's Top Gaming News
A concise digest of last week's most significant developments and discussions from across the gaming industry:
- The U.S. Patent Office revoked Nintendo's patent on a character summoning game mechanic.
- Red Dead Redemption 2 continues to inspire developers; Westlanders will allow players to build their own Wild West town.
- An insider claims the PS6 will have half the memory of the PS5 Pro and will completely lack a disc drive.
- Rumor suggests a limited edition Legend of Zelda-themed Switch 2 will launch alongside an Ocarina of Time remake.
- Is GTA VI the most expensive game ever? Speculative budget details for Grand Theft Auto 6 have emerged.
- The Last of Us Part III confirmed? Players believe Neil Druckmann posted a teaser.
- Rockstar updated Red Dead Redemption and RDR 2 on PC via Steam, leading to player complaints about technical issues.
- Viewers are thrilled with Jason Momoa's performance in the 'Supergirl' trailer, saying 'He was born for this role.'
- A blogger showcased 20 minutes of a Resident Evil remake built in Unreal Engine 5.
- Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has received an early access release date.
- A Rockstar veteran explained the origin of zombie content files found in an early build of GTA IV.
- An insider revealed potential Steam Deck 2 launch timings but cautioned that ongoing crises could alter plans.
- An analyst proposed abandoning consoles, arguing that few would pay $1000 for a PlayStation 6.
- The 'Polish Skyrim' received new content: Tainted Grail improved Act 3 and released the free 'Merlin’s Tomb' expansion.
- CD Projekt Red explained The Witcher 3's inclusion in Game Pass, citing a 'new generation of players.'
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