On Chinese social media bilibili An improved version of the first trailer has been available for over a year Grand Theft Auto 6, the quality of which turned out to be noticeably higher than on YouTube. The difference lies in bitrate, which significantly affects the detail of the image.
The enhanced version of the trailer shows off more small details: banknotes on the nightclub floor, skin textures with visible hairs and stretch marks, and writing on environmental objects. While it's unlikely to reveal any new details about the plot or gameplay, such nuances add depth to the game's visuals.
Recall that GTA 6 planned for release Autumn 2025 year on PlayStation 5 и Xbox Series X | S. The PC version has not yet been officially announced, but hints of its development have been spotted in the resumes of Rockstar Games employees.
The improved version of the trailer caught the attention of fans and sparked discussions about how important bitrate is in conveying the atmosphere of the game. Many hope that Rockstar will take these nuances into account in preparing future materials to show the game in better quality.
Site DSOG has published its list of the worst optimized games of 2024. The criteria for evaluation were poor scalability on multi-core processors, control and interface issues, stuttering, excessive system requirements, and the inability of games to run effectively on older hardware.
The first place on the list is occupied by Until Dawn Remake on Unreal Engine 5. Despite the developers' promises, the game still suffers from many technical issuesFrequent crashes, corrupted saves, and non-functional ray tracing and virtual shadow maps made this remake a disappointment for players.
STALKER 2 has received its share of criticism for optimizationThe game, which was released in beta testing, still faces stuttering, visual glitches, and issues in scenes that load the processor. Despite the released patches, performance has not improved significantly.
Dragon's Dogma 2 also made the list. At the time of release, the game was on RE Engine demonstrated poor CPU optimization, especially in cities where NPCs literally "pop up" in front of the player. These issues remain unresolved seven months after release.
Remake Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons failed to live up to expectations. Using Lumen in Unreal Engine 5 It didn't bring any obvious benefits, and the control issues and stuttering when moving only made the experience worse.
The category of games with serious stutters includes Silent Hill 2 Remake, SAND LAND, Black Myth: Wukong, frostpunk 2 and others. The biggest stuttering problems were noted in Silent Hill 2 Remake and SAND LAND, where there is no shader pre-compilation process.
This list highlights that even big titles can disappoint players if they aren't optimized well enough for PC.
Alex Smith, former Sony Bend developer and co-creator of Syphon Filter, shared information about the next presentation State of Play, which will take place on January 30. Sony is preparing big announcements, including release dates two long-awaited games.
The release dates will be announced at the presentation Death Stranding 2: On the Beach — a continuation of Hideo Kojima's masterpiece, as well as a new project called Ghost of YoteiBoth projects are scheduled for 2025, and fans are already eagerly awaiting more details.
In addition, as part of the State of Play, Sony will present large multi-platform project, about which little is known so far. This announcement promises to be a surprise not only for PlayStation fans, but also for users of other platforms.
State of Play has long established itself as a key event for announcements, and the upcoming presentation, judging by everything, will be no exception. In addition to release dates, players can expect trailers, gameplay details, and other surprises from Sony.
2025 is shaping up to be a big year for PlayStation, and the January 30th reveal will be the first major milestone along the way.
December 10 studio CD Projekt RED released a major update 2.2 for Cyberpunk 2077, which added new features such as car customization, an improved character editor and many other changes. The update was a real gift for fans of the game, who have already heard the developers promise more than once that each new patch will be the last.
However, judging by the latest statements from Pavel Sasko, a quest designer, the studio may not stop there. On his Twitter, he asked the community what else they would like to see in the character editor. Among the ideas players mentioned is the ability to change limbs (arms and legs), additional hairstyles and other customization options.
"My dears, could you please tell me what you think is missing from the expanded character creator in update 2.2? Many of you mentioned limbs and hairstyles - is there anything else that would make you a happy citizen of Night City?"
The issue has sparked a heated debate in the community, with players offering a variety of ideas, including deeper customization of cybernetic implants, an improved clothing editor, and more interactions with NPCs. This interest in player input suggests that CD Projekt RED may release one or more more updates, despite the statements that 2.2 will be the final one.
The creator of the cult God of War series, David Jaffe, spoke about one of the most talked about games of 2024 - Indiana Jones and the Great CircleOn his Twitter he called the project "his favorite game of the year", but added that the game, in his opinion, is 20% longer, than required.
The game has already won the title of "Game of the Year" at Gamescom 2024, receiving 55% of the votes and beating out projects such as Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The developers from MachineGames managed not only to preserve the spirit of the original films, but also to adapt it to the format of modern video games, which was highly appreciated by both critics and fans.
However, Jaffe's comment could prompt a rethink on how future projects are approached, including the "The Order of Giants" DLC, which is scheduled for release in spring 2025. Perhaps the developers will take the feedback into account and incorporate it into new additions or potential sequels.
Co-CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment Herman Hulst In an interview with Famitsu, he confirmed that PlayStation will continue to actively collaborate with external studios around the world. The company aims to expand its portfolio with new genres and unique game projects.
"We strive to provide players with new impressions, develop popular genres and implement innovative approaches. Our goal is to publish games from the best developers, both internal and external,” Hulst noted.
PlayStation also pays special attention to old franchises, which are currently irrelevant. "The IPs that we own are important assets. We are looking for opportunities to bring them back, whether it be remakes, remasters or new projects," Hulst added.
Sony currently has an impressive list of dormant franchises, such as Jak and Daxter, inFamous, Killzone, MotorStorm, Twisted Metal, Resistance and others. The recent appearance of Killzone in collaboration with Helldivers 2 was one example of how cult series can return.
PlayStation fans can expect the company to pay attention to its older projects, but it remains a mystery how exactly this will be implemented. Perhaps it will be a full-fledged return of the iconic series or their integration into modern games.
Disney intends to develop a gaming universe Indiana Jones, inspired by the success of "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle". Information received from the observer Windows Central's Jez Corden, who said Disney is already interested in making new adaptations, having discussed it with developer MachineGames.
"Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" was praised for its masterful reproduction of the atmosphere of the original films. MachineGames, known for its Wolfenstein series, managed to transfer the experience of working with first-person games into the adventure format, creating deep and exciting game mechanics. With DLSS 3.5 support and full ray tracing, the game's graphics have become benchmarks, which also played a key role in its popularity.
The project received recognition not only from critics, but also from fans: the game was named "Game of the Year" at the Gamescom 2024 tournament, where "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" received 55% of the votes, beating out such high-profile releases as Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
MachineGames also managed to stay true to the lore of the films, which was noted by both fans and critics. This earned the project the title of the best game dedicated to Dr. Henry Walton Jones.
Demand for PlayStation 5 will not be affected release dates PlayStation 6. This was announced by Sony Interactive Entertainment co-CEO Hideaki Nishino in an interview with Famitsu. Together with Herman Hulst, he replaced Jim Ryan in key positions at the company.
Nishino noted that millions of users are still actively using the PlayStation 4, released in 2013. The console continues to receive updates and new games, and some owners do not see the need to upgrade to the PS5. A similar situation, according to him, may repeat itself with the PS5 when the PlayStation 6 hits the market. However, this will not be a reason for delaying the exit nextgen consoles.
He emphasized that new platforms are created based on technological progress. The next-generation console appears when production becomes justified and developers are ready to work with advanced technologies. On average, this happens every 6-8 years, and Sony intends to adhere to this cycle.
Nishino also noted that the PS5 remains in the spotlight companies. The PlayStation 5 Pro was recently unveiled, and it's too early to talk about PlayStation 6. In the future, PS5 and PS6 will coexist, just like the PS4 and PS5 do now.
Team Digital Foundry, known for its technical analysis, presented its traditional list of 10 Most Beautiful Games of the Year. This year's list is causing both excitement and controversy among fans, as it does not include such anticipated projects as Space Marine 2, Stellar Blade и helldivers 2.
The list looks like this:
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga
star wars outlaws
Black Myth: Wukong
Penny's Big Breakaway
Astro Bot
Silent Hill 2
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Reven
Dragon's Dogma 2
One of the most unexpected decisions was the third place for star wars outlaws, which caused heated discussions. In addition, the presence Penny's Big Breakaway in the middle of the list came as a surprise to many, given its relatively small scale.
However, Digital Foundry's list highlights visual beauty and technical achievements of each of the games. The leader was the project Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, which impressed with its realistic graphics and attention to detail.
An equally anticipated game is Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga, which took second place. Its graphics technology and immersive atmosphere continue to raise the bar for the industry.
Meanwhile, projects like Silent Hill 2 и Dragon's Dogma 2 could not help but make the list due to their style and technical achievements.
Famous dataminer Gabe Follower shared information that could become a real sensation for Half-Life fans. According to him, the company Valve start closed testing a new game from the legendary series. Not only the studio's employees, but also external developers are involved in the process, which indicates the company's serious plans.
In addition, the data miner found in Valve's game files new parameters and properties of materials, which are believed to be related to a project codenamed HLX. This title has already caused a lot of speculation: many fans believe that HLX could be Half-Life 3 or at least a new major project in the universe of games.
It is also known that Valve is actively hiring new employees, and some veterans who previously worked on the company's cult projects are returning to its ranks. This approach may indicate that Valve is ready to invest significant resources in the development of this project.
While the company has not officially confirmed the development of Half-Life 3 or another project from this series, the data found has fueled the interest of fans who have been waiting for a continuation of the cult franchise for more than 15 years.
It is expected that details about the Valve project may appear soon. But while the developers are keeping everything under wraps, fans continue to analyze every bit of information.
