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Bethesda brings Oblivion, Morrowind, Call of Cthulhu to Steam
by David Hinkle 
{ Jun 16th 2009 at 9:10PM }
Odds are you played both Elder Scrolls games already, but if you've yet to try the under-appreciated Call of Cthulhu, then we suggest you pounce on this. The hotel chase scene is an experience we'll never forget.
[Via Shacknews]
How modders saved Oblivion [update 1]
by Ross Miller { Oct 7th 2006 at 5:23PM }
Pixel Rage has compiled a list of user-made modifications for Oblivion that should never have been necessary (i.e. features that should have been in the game out of the box). Oblivion, for all its praise, is strewn with bugs and other maladies that degrade the overall experience. You might find that harsh and overcritical, but we think its warranted to hold a title that spent over three years in development (on an engine the developer had been using for almost eight years) to higher standards.
The modifications listed include:
- More realistic weather patterns, vegetation, and habitat, including the addition of birds and insects.
- Murkier, more transparent / realistic water effects.
- Light that shines through windows at night.
- Adding side effects to drinking too much wine (it's about time we get double vision for dipping to much into Skingrad's finest ... ).
- Inventory list customization.
- Interjections of silence within the constant soundtrack (a clever way to add to the atmosphere).
- Unique icons for spells.
- Various quest-specific fixes.
[via Penny Arcade]
RPG legend Ken Rolston retires
by Alan Rose { May 25th 2006 at 12:20PM }
If you're an RPG gamer, there's a good chance Ken Rolston has had an impact on the many nights you and your buddies have spent engrossed in tabletop and online adventures. From pen and paper classics such as Dungeons & Dragons, Stormbringer, and Warhammer to that copy of Oblivion you're enjoying today, Rolston's contributions to the role-playing genre have been monumental. Rolston's most recent work has been at Bethesda Softworks, where he acted as lead designer on Morrowind, and played a significant part in the development of Oblivion. The latter will end up making an appropriate swan song, as he's decided to call it quits after decades of leveling up through the industry. Read [H] Consumer's interview with Ken to find out what his fondest achievement is, as well as his thoughts on the evolution of RPGs. You'll be missed, Ken!
[via TeamXbox]
