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GOG says the AI-assisted New Year Sale banner was a work-in-progress asset that accidentally appeared on the storefront. A staffer in the Patron Discord apologized, explaining the company tests AI tech to extend a small team’s reach while preserving games, but the incident exposed gaps in quality control and timing.
Apple has set a November 1, 2026 deadline for Patreon creators to switch to the iOS App Store's in-app purchase system, applying a 30% commission on subscriptions and digital goods (15% after a year); creators can either raise prices in the iOS app or absorb the fee, while supporters can still pay on Patreon’s website to bypass the commission; Patreon notes most creators have already switched and expresses disappointment with Apple's policy navigation.
After a DMCA from CD Projekt Red and a separate takedown from 505 Games, VR modder Luke Ross shut down all Cyberpunk 2077 VR mods and suspended his Patreon, stating new subs will only fund him and that no mod access will be provided for now; he argues DMCA power favors big publishers and notes fans’ frustration over monetizing mods.
Luke Ross, known for a Cyberpunk 2077 VR conversion, says 505 Games issued a DMCA against his Ghostrunner VR mod, forcing him to pause Patreon and remove access to his 40+ conversions; Patreon auto-takedowns followed a previous CD Projekt DMCA, and Ross will extend existing subscribers’ access for one month with no benefits while the legal situation plays out.
Kotaku reports that WickedWhims, a controversial The Sims 4 sex mod, isn’t just funded by its 16k Patreon supporters—its server reportedly sees about 400,000 pings per day as players start the game with the mod—indicating far wider active use; the mod adds explicit animations, extended relationships, pregnancy mechanics, and contraception, highlighting a demand for realism and raising questions about content policies amid EA/Maxis’ stated values and the broader industry context, including Saudi ownership considerations.
Luke Ross, the creator behind Cyberpunk 2077 VR mods, has taken down his VR mods from Patreon after a new DMCA strike by 505 Games. He says he will disable all versions and related posts, and that new subscriptions will only support him with no access to the mods, citing the DMCA process as powerful for large companies and noting a prior DMCA from CD Projekt Red as well.
Two former Polygon writers, Ryan Gilliam and Jeffrey Parkin, are launching a new guides-focused website called Big Friendly Guide to continue helping gamers, offering free content, a Patreon support option, and community engagement, following layoffs at Polygon after its sale to Valnet.
The AltStore, an alternative app store, is set to launch an updated version in the EU, taking advantage of the Digital Markets Act to offer Patreon-backed apps and provide a new business model for developers to monetize their apps without relying on traditional in-app purchases. The store will initially offer Delta and Clip, with plans to allow other developers to distribute their apps through the storefront using the same Patreon integration. The EU version of AltStore aims to simplify the app sideloading process and provide a modern user interface, but final approval from Apple is still pending.
The Hard Times and Hard Drive, known for their comedic content, are facing challenges due to social media algorithms and advertising restrictions affecting their reach and revenue. To remain operational and independent, they are launching a Patreon for community support. They promise exclusive content and engagement opportunities for patrons, including articles, ad-free experiences, and a Discord community. If they don't secure enough patronage, they plan to refund subscribers and potentially shut down the Patreon. They encourage financial support or sharing their message to help sustain their comedic projects.
Patreon, the platform that helps creatives make money through fan support, is undergoing a major rebrand and introducing new features and products. The company is expanding beyond its membership-based model and becoming an all-in-one app, offering free membership tiers, the ability to sell digital products, and community chats. Patreon is also revamping member profiles and introducing an updated home feed. The rebrand includes a new logo that can be customized by creators. CEO Jack Conte believes that the future of the creator economy lies in empowering individuals and giving them ownership and control over their platforms.
A postcard featuring a serious-looking family with a plea to not talk to them has been revealed as an art piece by Alan Wagner. The postcard, titled "Don't Talk To Us Family," was sent as a surprise to Wagner's Patreon supporters. The family's request to be left alone is part of the comedic art piece, and Wagner's work has a Tim Robinson vibe. Wagner's Patreon supports NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, with 10% of his monthly profits.
A Tears of the Kingdom randomizer created by Waikuteru is in the works, with plans to add Goal Mode in the future. The randomizer is not yet available to the public, but early access is offered to supporters on Patreon.