PSN for PC: A Safety Net or Sony’s Data Trap?

This week, GOG announced their new Game Preservation program. But what does it mean for us Linux gamers? Plus, shocking news: Epic’s actually done something cool for once. And Godot Engine released a massive new update that offers game-changing updates for developers. All this and more today!

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❯ OldUnreal links to Internet Archive + Epic’s Response: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/classic-unreal-tournament-and-unreal-now-easier-to-download-free-thanks-to-oldunreal/
❯ OldUnreal on GitHub: https://github.com/OldUnreal/UnrealTournamentPatches
❯ Epic pulls games from digital stores: https://www.pcgamer.com/epic-is-delisting-almost-every-unreal-game-but-making-unreal-tournament-3-free/
❯ Epic closes down UT games: https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/news/epic-is-turning-off-online-services-and-servers-for-some-older-games
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— Chapters —
00:00 It’s Steam Deck News Time
00:34 Godot 4.4 dev 4 snapshot brings massive changes
02:06 OldUnreal get’s Epic’s blessing to distribute UT for free
04:19 GOG Announces Their Game Preservation Program
06:18 Deals of the Week
07:22 Sony makes excuses for PSN Account Requirements
09:17 Steam has a new API to manage beta branches

About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that’s his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.

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