
Assassin's Creed Creator's Forgotten Fantasy Game, 1666: Amsterdam, Finally Re-Emerges
Patrice Désilets, the visionary behind the original Assassin's Creed, is bringing his long-lost supernatural fantasy game, 1666: Amsterdam, back from the brink. After a decade in development limbo, a playable prologue is now available, signaling a potential release later this year.

Gabe Newell Says Gamers Have 'Enormous Choice' Amid Steam Monopoly Claims
Valve chief Gabe Newell has pushed back against accusations of Steam holding a monopoly on PC gaming. During a court testimony, Newell asserted that players possess abundant options for purchasing games across various platforms.

Nvidia Taps Anti-Cheat Giants for Windows on Arm Gaming Push
Nvidia is collaborating with major anti-cheat developers to ensure competitive games run smoothly on its new RTX Spark platform and Windows on Arm devices. This move aims to bridge a significant gap that has historically hindered Linux gaming.

Four New Backrooms Games Drop on Steam Amidst 500+ Entries
The endless, liminal spaces of The Backrooms continue to spawn new video game interpretations on Steam. Last week saw four new titles emerge, adding to an ever-growing library of over 500 games.

Nina Freeman Won't Uninstall Banned Steam Game: 'Everyone Should Play This'
Narrative designer Nina Freeman reveals the one PC game she'll never uninstall, a title so compelling it's been removed from Steam. Its intricate narrative is the reason it holds a permanent spot on her drive.

Backrooms Shatters A24 Record, Beating Star Wars With $85M+ Opening
The internet phenomenon **Backrooms** has achieved an astonishing box office debut, grossing over $85 million and obliterating A24's previous opening weekend record. This surreal horror film's success story echoes the unpredictable breakout hits seen in the gaming world.