Gaming
An in-depth guide demonstrates how to netboot Windows 11 using iSCSI and iPXE, enabling Windows to run from a NAS instead of local storage. The solution allows gaming on Windows while maintaining Linux as the primary OS, providing a practical workaround for AAA games that restrict virtual machine usage.
Electronic Arts maintains a robust open-source presence with multiple Command & Conquer game repositories and development tools in C++. The organization actively manages various technical projects including game modding support, rendering frameworks, and Kubernetes deployment tools.
Source code for Command & Conquer Red Alert has been released with Steam Workshop support, requiring specific legacy development tools and libraries for compilation. The code requires significant restoration effort and specific SDKs, with compilation requiring Watcom C/C++ and Borland Turbo Assembler.
A minimalist horror game project offering source files for both MacOS and Windows platforms. Project documentation appears to be a straightforward file structure listing for development access.
Firaxis Games collaborated with the Shawnee Tribe to accurately represent their culture in Civilization VII, leading to the creation of a recording studio for language preservation. The partnership involved extensive research and consultation with tribal leaders, including Chief Ben Barnes, resulting in authentic in-game portrayals voiced by Shawnee actors.
Exult is an open-source project recreating the classic 1990s RPG Ultima VII for modern operating systems while maintaining original plot and graphics. Recent updates include version 1.10.1 with critical bugfixes for Windows and Android platforms, following a major 1.10 release that introduced significant combat improvements and Android port completion.
RT64 is a modern N64 graphics renderer offering enhanced gameplay features through emulators and native ports, supporting high-resolution rendering, widescreen display, and frame interpolation. The renderer provides advanced capabilities including path tracing, texture pack support, and game script interpretation, while maintaining high accuracy without game-specific workarounds.
Steve Jackson Games has secured rights to publish the Fighting Fantasy game book series in the US, with the first releases planned for early 2025. The series, which has sold over 20 million copies worldwide since 1982, combines nonlinear storytelling with dice-rolling RPG mechanics for solo adventures.
A parody chess website promoting intentional blundering as a gameplay strategy, featuring both online and local play options. The humorous platform turns the typical chess mistake of 'blundering' into a deliberate approach to the game.
A speedrunning record for Diablo by Maciej 'Groobo' Maselewski was proven fraudulent after extensive investigation by fellow speedrunners using automated analysis tools. The investigation revealed impossibilities in the dungeon generation and item placement that made the record-breaking 3-minute, 12-second run statistically impossible.
A modified version of Quake II optimized for MS-DOS systems features extensive compatibility updates, including WATT32 for online play and 3DFX Voodoo rendering support. The port includes numerous enhancements such as modern audio capabilities, bot support, and various stability improvements.
A new custom firmware update for the Sony PSP now enables WPA2 WiFi connectivity through the wpa2psp plugin, developed by Moment and integrated by the ARK Development team. The update revives the PSP's internet connectivity capabilities, though with some limitations including 2.4GHz-only support and AES encryption requirements.
Windows 10 will reach end of life in October 2025, yet over 40% of Steam users still haven't upgraded to Windows 11, according to Steam's January 2025 Hardware Survey. The resistance to upgrade is largely due to Windows 11's strict hardware requirements, leading some users to consider alternatives like SteamOS.
Sid Meier's Civilization VII announces a Founders Edition available until February 2025, offering early access and extensive post-launch content including new leaders, civilizations, and wonders. The game introduces revolutionary features like Age-based empire evolution, leader-civilization mix-and-match capabilities, and enhanced multiplayer functionality with cross-platform support.
A Flutter-based mobile app called 'The Deck' enables multiplayer card games using multiple devices, with one device serving as the central table display. The project is open-source, built with Dart and Flutter, and welcomes community contributions for new game implementations.