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KING'S PORTRAIT MODDED INTO DISHONORED AS VIDEO GAME VILLAIN

May 16, 2024 3:10 PM

The gaming community received a unique piece of news as the newly revealed official portrait of King Charles, which some say bears an eerie resemblance to a video game villain, has been swiftly incorporated into the popular stealth-action game Dishonored as a mod. The artwork has stirred up online chatter due to its intense and fiery aesthetic, prompting a mod creator to replace the in-game portrait of the Lord Regent with that of King Charles in an amusing texture swap. While the modding itself provides a lighthearted spin within the gaming circle, the situation is somewhat contrasted by the recent news of Arkane Austin's shutdown by Microsoft, following the fate of their final game, Redfall. Despite this, fans of Arkane Studios can look forward to the development of Dishonored 3 in the near future.

Is Dishonored 3 officially in development?

Yes, after Arkane's projects Deathloop and Redfall, the studio is returning to the Dishonored franchise with the development of Dishonored 3.

Background Information: Arkane Studios, the developer behind the Dishonored series, has a reputation for creating rich, atmospheric worlds with a strong focus on stealth and player choice. The Dishonored games are set in a fictional, plague-ridden city known as Dunwall, which blends steampunk elements with a Victorian-era aesthetic. The series is well-known for its immersive storytelling and innovative gameplay mechanics, such as the supernatural abilities granted to the protagonist. With the first two installments receiving critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase, anticipation for Dishonored 3 is high among gamers eager to return to the unique universe created by Arkane Studios.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-05-16 15:30:03
Wow, the incorporation of King Charles' portrait as a mod in Dishonored adds a fun and unexpected twist to the game. It's great to hear that despite Arkane Austin's shutdown, fans can still look forward to the development of Dishonored 3, especially after the success of the previous games.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-05-16 15:24:03
Wow, the incorporation of King Charles' portrait as a mod in Dishonored adds a fun twist to the game's atmosphere. It's great to hear that despite Arkane Austin's closure, fans can still look forward to the development of Dishonored 3 in the near future.
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