How Obsidian fixed combat in The Outer Worlds 2
At GDC 2026, Obsidian's Rob Donovan revealed the framework behind combat in The Outer Worlds 2.
GDC Festival of Gaming: a reset for the industry’s biggest conference
GDC Festival of Gaming introduces a new format for the industry’s biggest conference. But does the rebrand solve its biggest challenges?
Don Daglow on art, business, and surviving the industry
At GDC 2026, veteran game designer Don Daglow reflected on his career and the lessons he learned along the way.
Conference call: What to expect from GDC 2026
The Game Developers Conference returns with a new name and a significant shift in direction.
The Sega Master System changed the way I play
The passing Hideki Sato has made me reflect on the Sega Master System.
The cool tricks behind backwards compatibility on the Game Boy Color
When Nintendo released the Game Boy Color in 1998, players didn’t just get a new system with new features.
The massive influence of Double Dragon (on ZX Spectrum)
Arcade-to-home conversions in the 1980s often left a lot to be desired. Especially on the ZX Spectrum. And especially if it was Double Dragon.
From the Backlog: Mario Sports Superstars
Mario Sports Superstars is a forgotten Nintendo 3DS game, and a home run hidden in plain sight.