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Sneak peek at Schedule I’s next major update

06-May-2025, 5:30 pm Rugir Gaming News

Major updates and plans for the indie sensation, Schedule I.

The indie sensation Schedule I, developed by solo creator Tyler under TVGS, continues to captivate players with its gritty drug empire simulator. On May 1, 2025, Tyler dropped a tantalizing sneak peek of the game’s next major update via X, showcasing features set to elevate the early access title’s immersive gameplay. Currently slated for Steam’s open beta branch, this update promises to expand the game’s world and mechanics, keeping its 459,075 peak players hooked. Next...

Rebuild the world, one disaster at a time, in RoadCraft

06-May-2025, 1:30 pm Rugir

RoadCraft is a compelling choice for simulation fans who love mastering heavy machinery and rebuilding disaster-stricken landscapes.

RoadCraft is an ambitious vehicle simulation game from Saber Interactive, the creators of MudRunner and SnowRunner, published by Focus Entertainment. This construction simulator immerses players in the role of a disaster recovery company leader tasked with restoring sites ravaged by natural disasters. With a release date confirmed via a January 2025 gameplay trailer, RoadCraft promises a blend of strategic management and hands-on machinery operation, appealing to fans of simulation and sandbox gameplay. ...

Co-op chaos and cosmic satire in Revenge of the Savage Planet

05-May-2025, 2:15 pm Rugir Gaming News

Revenge of the Savage Planet is a vibrant sequel that enhances exploration, humor, and co-op.

Revenge of the Savage Planet is a vibrant, satirical sequel to 2020’s Journey to the Savage Planet. This third-person action-adventure Metroidvania amplifies its predecessor’s charm with expansive worlds, refined mechanics, and a sharper comedic edge, making it a standout in 2025’s lineup. Its best features, dynamic exploration, enhanced co-op, and biting humor, set it apart from Journey while building on its foundation. ...

A nostalgic trip through 2001 Quito with Despelote

05-May-2025, 10:15 am Rugir Gaming News

Playing Despelote feels like diving into a vibrant, artistic world that breathes with life.

Despelote is an indie gem that captures the heart of childhood in a way few games do. Developed by Panic and Untold Games, this first-person adventure places players in the shoes of an eight-year-old boy in Quito, Ecuador, in 2001, during the fervor of the World Cup qualifiers. The core mechanic is simple yet evocative: kicking a soccer ball through vibrant streets. But Despelote is more than a sports game, it’s an autobiographical love letter to memory, community, and the...

Has World of Warcraft gone too far with its one-button rotation?

02-May-2025, 10:45 am Rugir Gaming News

Is it worth sacrificing accessibility for depth and immersion in such a complicated genre like MMORPGs?

Blizzard’s upcoming Patch 11.1.7 for World of Warcraft introduces a controversial feature: the one-button rotation mechanic, part of the new Rotation Assist tool. This optional UI element, inspired by add-ons like Hekili, suggests optimal abilities for players to use next. However, its “auto rotation” mode simplifies gameplay to a single button, executing an effective class rotation automatically. While designed for accessibility and to aid new players or those uninterested in mastering complex mechanics, this feature risks undermining the essence of...

EA Sports F1 25: Redefining the Formula 1 experience

02-May-2025, 1:30 am Rugir Gaming News

The upcoming features of F1 25 are going to revolutionize the sim racing scene.

EA Sports F1 25 represents a significant evolution from its predecessors, addressing past criticisms and introducing refined mechanics to deliver a superior Formula 1 gaming experience. Compared to earlier titles, F1 25 enhances driving physics with a more responsive handling model, making every corner feel precise and rewarding, a step up from the occasionally floaty controls of F1 23 and F1 24. The AI has been overhauled for smarter, more competitive racing, eliminating the inconsistent rival behavior that frustrated players...

Creepy claymation chaos unleashed in The Midnight Walk

01-May-2025, 12:45 pm Rugir Gaming News

The perfect combination of horror adventure with stop-motion scares, puzzles, and VR immersion.

This first-person horror gem captivates with its stop-motion claymation artistry, immersing players in a chillingly tangible world. Unlike any other, The Midnight Walk uses hand-sculpted clay to craft every monster, twisted landscape, and flickering shadow, setting a new benchmark for visual storytelling in horror gaming. As The Burnt One, players awaken in a sunless realm, guided by Potboy, a lantern-like companion whose fragile flame is both a beacon and a lure for grotesque, fire-craving creatures. The game’s stop-motion artistry, sculpted clay...

Sunderfolk: A Tabletop RPG Revolutionizing Co-Op Play

01-May-2025, 10:15 am Rugir Gaming News

The game that innovated tabletop RPGs with its free mobile app.

Sunderfolk, crafted by Secret Door and Dreamhaven, is a tactical RPG that’s redefining cooperative gaming with its seamless blend of tabletop charm and digital innovation. Set in the enchanting Sunderlands, players unite to defend the animal village of Arden from a creeping corruption threatening its magical Brightstone. What sets Sunderfolk apart is its ability to capture the intimacy of a Dungeons & Dragons session while eliminating the complexity, making it a standout in the crowded RPG landscape. ...

Cristiano Ronaldo Joins the Fight in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

30-Apr-2025, 11:45 am Rugir Gaming News

A Blazing Revival to South Town with new exciting characters.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves marks SNK’s triumphant revival of its legendary fighting game series, plunging players back into the gritty streets of South Town. This seventh mainline entry continues the saga from Garou: Mark of the Wolves, focusing on Rock Howard’s quest to unravel mysteries surrounding his mother, Marie Heinlein, and his father, Geese Howard. With a vibrant roster, innovative mechanics, and a bold comic-book aesthetic, it’s a love letter to fans and a welcoming gateway for...

MotoGP 25 is A Leap Forward in Realism and Immersion

29-Apr-2025, 11:30 am Rugir Gaming News

MotoGP 25 has many new and improved features compared to its predecessor.

MotoGP 25 promises to redefine motorcycle racing games with its innovative features. The game leverages cutting-edge technology and thoughtful gameplay mechanics to deliver an unparalleled experience. Four standout features, enhanced career mode training, bike development, social systems, and Unreal Engine 5 with realistic audio, highlight why MotoGP 25 is shaping up to be a must-play for racing fans. ...

The Crew 2 Goes Offline: A Win for Game Preservation

28-Apr-2025, 11:50 am Rugir Gaming News

Ubisoft has listened to the players, and it's fixing its past mistakes with The Crew.

In a significant move for racing game enthusiasts, Ubisoft has confirmed that The Crew 2 will receive an offline mode, with testing set to begin on April 30, 2025. This development marks a pivotal shift for the 2018 open-world racing title, addressing long-standing player concerns about accessibility and game preservation. The announcement comes after intense backlash following the shutdown of the original The Crew in 2024, which rendered it unplayable due to its always-online requirement. With The Crew 2’s offline...

Diablo 4’s Battle Pass Overhaul: A new era of player choice in Season 8

25-Apr-2025, 10:15 am Rugir Gaming News

Blizzard is attentively responding to player feedback by implementing a comprehensive redesign of Diablo 4’s Battle Pass system.

Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled a transformative rework for Diablo 4’s Battle Pass system, launching with Season 8, titled Belial’s Return, on April 29, 2025. This overhaul replaces the traditional linear Battle Pass with a dynamic new system called “The Reliquary,” designed to address player feedback and align with the game’s core philosophy of agency and customization. The update promises to make rewards more meaningful and engaging, marking a significant shift for the live-service ARPG. ...

RuneScape: Dragonwilds – A Bold Survival Spin on a Classic MMORPG

24-Apr-2025, 11:30 am Rugir Gaming News

Dragonwilds reimagines the RuneScape universe, blending survival crafting, co-op gameplay, and vibrant Unreal Engine 5 visuals.

The original RuneScape games are broad MMORPGs defined by interconnected quests, a vast world of Gielinor, and a grind-heavy skill system encompassing combat and non-combat activities like woodcutting, cooking, and herblore. Players engage in a top-down, point-and-click interface, exploring a persistent online world with thousands of others. Dragonwilds, however, pivots to a third-person, Unreal Engine 5-powered survival sandbox for 1-4 players, focusing on crafting, base-building, and dragon-slaying rather than a far-reaching narrative or massive multiplayer community. While RuneScape thrives on...

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - A Legendary RPG Reborn

23-Apr-2025, 10:45 am Rugir Gaming News

Bethesda shocks the world with the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered breathes new life into Bethesda’s 2006 fantasy RPG masterpiece. Developed by Virtuos in collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios, this remaster leverages Unreal Engine 5 for visuals while retaining the Creation Engine for gameplay logic, delivering a refreshed Cyrodiil that honors its roots. Packed with graphical overhauls, refined mechanics, and quality-of-life improvements, the remaster modernizes Oblivion without losing the quirky charm that made it a genre-defining classic. The most striking upgrade is the graphical overhaul. Unreal...

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is Set to Redefine the Genre

22-Apr-2025, 11:00 am Rugir Gaming News

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the new ambitious project from Sandfall Interactive.

As 2025’s gaming lineup takes shape, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stands out as a breathtaking debut from Sandfall Interactive, a small French studio with big ambitions. This turn-based RPG, infused with real-time mechanics and a haunting dark fantasy world, promises to reinvigorate the genre with its innovative gameplay, rich narrative, and striking visuals. Drawing inspiration from Belle Époque France, it’s poised to captivate players with a unique blend of strategy and emotion. ...

Star Wars Zero Company: A Tactical Triumph Set for 2026

21-Apr-2025, 12:30 pm Rugir Gaming News

Star Wars Zero Company is the latest announcement for a single-player turn-based game.

At Star Wars Celebration Japan on April 19, 2025, Bit Reactor, in collaboration with Respawn Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games, unveiled Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game slated for release in 2026 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Set during the twilight of the Clone Wars, this XCOM-inspired title promises a gritty, immersive experience that blends strategic depth with a fresh Star Wars narrative, captivating fans and strategy enthusiasts alike. Players step into the boots of Hawks,...

Nintendo’s $80 Game Pricing for Switch 2 Sparks Debate

18-Apr-2025, 10:30 am Rugir Gaming News

Nintendo is creating a new pricey trend for upcoming AAA titles.

Nintendo’s recent announcement that select Nintendo Switch 2 games, including the flagship title Mario Kart World, will retail at $80 has ignited a firestorm of discussion among gamers, analysts, and industry observers. This marks a significant departure from the $60-$70 price range that has long been the standard for AAA titles, raising questions about the future of game pricing and Nintendo’s strategy for its next-generation console. The company has justified the $80 price point by emphasizing a “variable pricing” model, where...

Why It Takes Two Is the Ultimate Game to Play with Your Partner

17-Apr-2025, 10:00 am Rugir Gaming News

The perfect game tailored for couples and strengthening relationships.

It Takes Two, developed by Hazelight Studios and released in 2021, is a co-op action-adventure game that has redefined how couples can bond through gaming. Designed exclusively for two players, it’s a heartfelt, innovative, and wildly entertaining experience that makes it the best game to play with your partner. Here’s why. At its core, It Takes Two is about collaboration. The game follows Cody and May, a couple on the brink of divorce, who are magically transformed into dolls and must...

Leaks Fuel Excitement for Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake

16-Apr-2025, 11:00 am Rugir Gaming News

Major leaks about a possible Oblivion Remake have come out in a short period of time.

The gaming community is abuzz with speculation following a series of leaks suggesting that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is being remade, potentially for a surprise release in April 2025. While Bethesda remains tight-lipped, the evidence, ranging from accidental website postings to insider whispers, paints a compelling picture of a modernized return to Cyrodiil. The earliest hint of an Oblivion remake surfaced in 2020 during a leaked Microsoft document from the FTC vs. Microsoft case, which listed an Oblivion remaster slated...

Uncertainty Hovers Over Diablo 4’s Future as 2025 Roadmap Disappoints Fans

15-Apr-2025, 11:10 am Rugir Gaming News

Will Blizzard be able to regain dominance in the ARPG genre, or will Path of Exile 2 take over?

Diablo 4, Blizzard Entertainment’s dark action RPG, has faced turbulent times since its 2023 launch. While initial praise lauded its gothic atmosphere and refined gameplay, the game’s post-launch trajectory has sparked growing unease among its dedicated fanbase. The recently unveiled 2025 roadmap, intended to chart the game’s future, has instead deepened concerns, leaving players questioning whether Diablo 4 can reclaim its former glory or risk fading into obscurity. ...

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