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fromKotaku
1 week ago

Ex-PlayStation Boss Is Wrong To Call Game Pass Devs 'Wage Slaves'

Game Pass may financially exploit developers, making them feel like wage slaves, according to Shawn Layden.
#unionization
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Video games

Hundreds of Video Game Workers Join New Union as Trump Attacks Labor Rights

Video games
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Hundreds of Video Game Workers Join New Union as Trump Attacks Labor Rights

The United Videogame Workers-CWA aims to establish standardized working conditions for game industry workers across the US and Canada.
#gta-6
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago
Video games

GTA 6 Doesn't Need To Cost $100 Because GTA Online Is The Real "Cash Cow," Analyst Says

fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Original GTA Designer Mike Dailly Praises Rockstar Delay After New GTA 6 Trailer

Rockstar North's Mike Dailly supports the delay of GTA 6 for quality improvements rather than rushing a flawed release.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

GTA 6 Delayed To 2026

GTA 6's release is delayed to May 26, 2026, reflecting Rockstar's consistent history of postponing game launches for quality assurance.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago
Video games

GTA 6 Doesn't Need To Cost $100 Because GTA Online Is The Real "Cash Cow," Analyst Says

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fromGameSpot
3 months ago

GTA 6 Delay Could Wipe Out A Jaw-Dropping Amount Of Money From Global Games Industry

GTA 6's delay to 2026 could cost $2.7 billion in anticipated revenue and creates opportunities for other game publishers.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

How GTA 6 Delay And Switch 2 Launch Could Impact Video Games In 2025 And Beyond

The delay of GTA 6 significantly impacts the video game industry, affecting hardware sales and overall revenue forecasts.
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

What It's Like To Go To A Big Video Game Reveal Event In 2025

EA's extravagant investment in Battlefield 6 illustrates the pressures and expectations in the current video game industry climate.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Not Everything Should Be A Live-Service Game, Former Destiny Boss Says

Live-service models are not suitable for all games, as consumer feedback reflects a shift in preference.
fromWGB
3 weeks ago

Next BioShock Reportedly In Trouble, BioShock Remake Also Cancelled

BioShock 4 recently failed a project review conducted by executives at 2K Games, leading to management changes and significant narrative issues that need to be addressed.
Video games
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

U vs. RBLX: Which Hot Gaming Stock Can Level Up Faster?

Unity Software and Roblox have doubled in value over the past year, indicating strong growth potential.
fromWGB
4 weeks ago

By The Nine Million Players, Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Hits New Player Milestone

"To everyone who emerged as a hero of Kvatch, mastered Arch-Mage, rose to Grand Champion, banished the Blackwood Company, gallivanted as the Gray Fox, and listened to the Night. Thank you for sharing in our worlds."
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fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

When Is A Video Game Allowed To Die?

Online video games have limited lifespans, confronting players and publishers with the reality of inevitable service discontinuation.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Switch 2 Helps Shatter A US Hardware June Sales Record That Stood For 17 Years - Circana

Switch 2 achieved unprecedented sales, setting records in the US and Japan, and boosting hardware spending significantly.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Until Dawn Dev Expecting To Cut Jobs, Directive 8020 Delayed

Supermassive Games has announced layoffs as it adjusts its team structure due to a challenging environment in the video game industry, anticipating the loss of up to 36 colleagues.
Video games
#ubisoft
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Ubisoft's New Spun-Off Division Is Being Led By Yves Guillemot's Son, And He Believes GenAI Will "Revolutionize" Gaming

fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Ubisoft's New Spun-Off Division Is Being Led By Yves Guillemot's Son, And He Believes GenAI Will "Revolutionize" Gaming

#game-development
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Doom And Quake Veteran's New FPS Loses Funding, With Microsoft Seemingly To Blame

fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Doom And Quake Veteran's New FPS Loses Funding, With Microsoft Seemingly To Blame

fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Grand Theft Auto 6 Sales Projection May Be Unrealistic, Analyst Says

Daniel Ahmad emphasized the unrealistic nature of Konvoy's $7.6 billion revenue projection for GTA 6, describing it as 'an aggressive forecast for the first 60 days.' He highlighted that achieving this revenue would require nearly 65% of PS5 and Xbox Series X|S users to purchase the game within that timeframe.
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fromGameSpot
1 month ago

"Father Of Elder Scrolls" Stepping Away From Industry Due To Ailing Health

Julian LeFay, the 'Father of The Elder Scrolls', is leaving the game industry due to health issues and prioritizing time with family.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Phasmophobia Dev Promises Overhaul That Will Make It Feel Like "A New Game"

Phasmophobia will release version 1.0 next year, featuring significant updates described as Horror 2.0.
#nintendo-switch-2
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Video games

Nintendo Changes User Agreement That Allows It To Permanently Disable Your Expensive Game Console If You Break The Rules - Above the Law

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fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Nintendo Changes User Agreement That Allows It To Permanently Disable Your Expensive Game Console If You Break The Rules - Above the Law

Nintendo Switch 2's new User Agreement can permanently disable consoles for violations, raising ownership concerns among consumers.
#sag-aftra
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Video games

How Video Games Became the New Battleground for Actors and AI Protections

Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
3 months ago

SAG-AFTRA says Fortnite's AI Darth Vader voice violates fair labor practices

SAG-AFTRA is challenging Epic Games for employing an AI-generated voice of Darth Vader during an ongoing strike over labor negotiations.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

SAG-AFTRA files complaint over Fortnite's AI Darth Vader

SAG-AFTRA's complaint highlights the need for negotiation over AI's use in replacing human performers' voices, reflecting ongoing industry tensions.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Video games

How Video Games Became the New Battleground for Actors and AI Protections

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fromPolygon
2 months ago

The SAG-AFTRA video game voice actors' strike has come to an end

The SAG-AFTRA voice actors strike ended with a new agreement to enhance pay and protections against AI.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Fortnite In Legal Trouble After Adding AI Darth Vader

SAG-AFTRA filed an unfair labor practice charge against Epic Games for using AI without proper communication or bargaining.
The union demands control over the representation of its members' work using technology.
fromEngadget
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

SAG-AFTRA says Fortnite's AI Darth Vader voice violates fair labor practices

Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Report: Subnautica 2 Team Could Miss $250 Million Payout After Publisher Delays It To 2026 Against The Founders' Wishes

Subnautica 2 has been delayed until 2026, impacting developers' potential bonuses.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Maga-flavoured faux pas that shook the games industry

Game developers face challenges gaining visibility without large marketing budgets, as seen in 1047 Games' controversial marketing attempt that backfired during Summer Games Fest.
fromWGB
2 months ago

Jason Schreier Reveals Dragon Age: The Veilguard's Failures

Dragon Age: The Veilguard's development was plagued by poor decisions, leading from live-service ambitions to chaotic singleplayer shifts.
The development team faced severe time constraints and a lack of resources, hindering the game's potential.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

World Of Tanks Studio Seized By Russia, Accused Of Supporting Ukraine

Lesta Games has been accused of illegally funneling money from World of Tanks to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict, resulting in asset seizures in Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromInverse
2 months ago

'Oblivion Remastered' Studio Head On Why The Unseen Side Of The Games Industry Is More Important Than Ever

Co-development studios like Virtuos enhance the efficiency and creativity of game production.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Video Games Weekly: I still don't miss E3

The Summer Game Fest celebrates innovation and diversity in the gaming industry, providing a refreshing alternative to corporate-centric events like E3.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Kotaku's Weekend Guide: 6 Great Games We're Saying Goodbye To May With

CD Projekt Red's upcoming Cyberpunk sequel excites fans, while the Black Panther video game project cancellation disappoints.
The Switch 2 launches on June 5, generating buzz among gamers.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

ZeniMax QA workers win tentative union contract with Microsoft

ZeniMax Workers United-CWA reached a tentative union contract with Microsoft, securing wage increases and protections for quality assurance employees.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Today Is Your Last Day To Play Dauntless

"Although Dauntless was initially praised for its accessibility and innovative features, its later addition of microtransactions and change in studio ownership created a decline in player satisfaction."
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#take-two-interactive
fromWIRED
2 months ago
Video games

'Grand Theft Auto' Publisher Swaps DEI for 'Diversity of Thought' in Annual Report

fromWIRED
2 months ago
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'Grand Theft Auto' Publisher Swaps DEI for 'Diversity of Thought' in Annual Report

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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Take-Two stock dips after Rockstar Games says 'Grand Theft Auto 6' will be delayed yet again

'Grand Theft Auto 6' delayed until 2026, causing a drop in Take-Two's stock despite expected record earnings.
#microsoft
Video games
fromVG247
3 months ago

The FTC has dropped its lawsuit against Microsoft following the Activision Blizzard acquisition, letting the tech giant loose

FTC drops its legal case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, allowing Microsoft to proceed without legal obstacles.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 months ago

The FTC will finally stop challenging Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The FTC has decided to stop challenging Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Video games
fromVG247
3 months ago

The FTC has dropped its lawsuit against Microsoft following the Activision Blizzard acquisition, letting the tech giant loose

FTC drops its legal case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, allowing Microsoft to proceed without legal obstacles.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 months ago

The FTC will finally stop challenging Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The FTC has decided to stop challenging Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Fortnite's AI Darth Vader Voice Draws Union Complaint

SAG-AFTRA has filed a complaint against Epic Games for using AI-generated voice of Darth Vader in Fortnite without proper agreements.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Bungie Responds To Marathon Art Theft Claims

Bungie acknowledges using stolen art in Marathon, committing to review and rectify the situation after accusations by artist Antireal.
fromInverse
3 months ago

Nintendo Denies Using Gaming's Most Controversial Technology

The rise of generative AI has complicated the games industry, leading to layoffs, accusations of theft from artists, and controversy over Nintendo's Mario Kart World.
Artificial intelligence
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Borderlands 4's Price Is A Mystery, Even To Randy Pitchford

"I'll tell you the truth, I don't know; that is the truth."
Video games
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

World Video Game Hall of Fame inducts 4 nostalgic classics: What do you think of their picks?

Id Software's 1996 Quake was recognized for its lasting influence, with a game code that "is a literal legacy" and continues to be used in some games after nearly 30 years, electronic games curator Lindsey Kurano said.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Worst-Case Tariff Scenario Could Hike Game Console Prices By Over 69 Percent

"The imposition of new Administration tariffs on U.S. imports of video game consoles boosts their costs significantly," the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) states. "Video games are not exempt from reciprocal tariffs and face tariffs up to 145%."
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fromGameSpot
3 months ago

GTA 6 Delay Could Hurt Total Video Game Industry Sales In 2025

GTA VI's delay will negatively impact the video game industry market and console sales.
Video games
fromInverse
3 months ago

Nintendo Is Making One Big Change That Could Make Life Harder For Independent Games

The Nintendo Switch eShop now prioritizes revenue over downloads in its best-seller charts, impacting the visibility of indie games.
#codemasters
#electronic-arts
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fromGadgets 360
3 months ago

EA Lays Off Hundreds of Workers, Cancels Titanfall Game

Electronic Arts is laying off hundreds of workers and canceling a Titanfall game in response to strategic realignments.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Apex Legends Studio Cancels Two "Incubation" Projects, Lays Off Staff Amid Big EA Shakeup

EA has confirmed layoffs at Respawn affecting about 100 people and canceled two incubation projects due to underperformance.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
3 months ago

EA Lays Off Hundreds of Workers, Cancels Titanfall Game

Electronic Arts is laying off hundreds of workers and canceling a Titanfall game in response to strategic realignments.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Apex Legends Studio Cancels Two "Incubation" Projects, Lays Off Staff Amid Big EA Shakeup

#until-dawn
Artificial intelligence
fromVG247
3 months ago

Nier creator Yoko Taro fears that game developers "may be treated like bards" due to AI's use in video game development

Yoko Taro fears that AI may diminish the role of game creators in the future.
#nintendo
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fromKotaku
3 months ago

Many Physical Switch 2 Games Don't Contain The Game At All

Switch 2's 'Game Key Card' cartridges will require digital downloads, triggering concerns over game preservation and environmental waste.
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Is Nintendo losing its identity with the Switch 2? Ex-PlayStation bigwig Shuhei Yoshida seems to think so

Video games
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Many Physical Switch 2 Games Don't Contain The Game At All

Switch 2's 'Game Key Card' cartridges will require digital downloads, triggering concerns over game preservation and environmental waste.
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Is Nintendo losing its identity with the Switch 2? Ex-PlayStation bigwig Shuhei Yoshida seems to think so

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fromGameSpot
4 months ago

Niantic Layoffs Include 68 Employees After Selling Gaming Division

Niantic laid off 68 employees due to a split after selling its games business to Scopely.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 25% as Trump tariffs bite

Sony's decision to increase the PS5 price by 25% reflects the video game industry's struggle with economic challenges, including inflation and supply chain tariffs.
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