Spam Spam Spam Humbug 160 – Games We Can’t Go Back To
Oh, to wander some long-forgotten game worlds once more.
Oh, to wander some long-forgotten game worlds once more.
In a multiplayer game, it is inevitable that some players will abuse or take advantage of others. Which of these behaviours, if any, should developers allow to take place, and which should they work to prevent?
A rebroadcast of the Ultima Codex’s interview with former Origin Systems developer (and “Ultima 8” project director) Mike McShaffry.
Also some stuff about MMOs, Outriders, and cheating in X-Wing.
Fun discussion about things that mostly aren’t contentious. Because sometimes, escapism is just that…and, necessary.
It’s nice to see a game come along that actually deserves to be the smash success it suddenly becomes.