Blizzard Reportedly Becomes Xbox's Top-Performing Studio in 2026
Internal reports suggest Blizzard Entertainment is Xbox's highest-performing studio, driven by sustained growth from Diablo 4 and Overwatch.
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Blizzard Named Xbox's Top-Performing Studio in FY 2026
Internal emails reveal Blizzard was Xbox's top-performing studio in fiscal year 2026, driven by Diablo 4 and Overwatch performance.
Blizzard Was Xbox's Top-Performing Studio in FY26, Leaked Email Reveals
A leaked internal email reveals Blizzard was Xbox's top-performing studio in fiscal year 2026, driven by Diablo 4 and Overwatch growth.
Roblox Shares Drop 70% Following Q2 Earnings Decline
Roblox shares fell 70% after Q2 earnings revealed declining daily and monthly active players, lower monetization, and ongoing recommendation algorithm shifts.
THQ Nordic Confirms 12 Unannounced Games in Development
Following its latest digital showcase, publisher THQ Nordic has revealed it is currently working on 12 unannounced gaming titles.
Doom: Steam Database Update Details
Review the latest Steam database update details for Doom on Valve's platform, covering available languages and official store links.
Destiny 2 Content Remains Active Despite Recent Studio Layoffs
Destiny 2 maintains active player numbers on Steam alongside new endgame glitches, following earlier studio updates and updates earlier in 2026.
HandyGames Rebrands to THQ Nordic Mobile
Parent company THQ Nordic has rebranded HandyGames to THQ Nordic Mobile, with a new focus on bringing premium PC and console titles to mobile devices.
ReStory Recoups PC Development Budget Within 12 Hours of Launch
Mandragora and tinyBuild report cozy repair sim ReStory earned over $1 million with 100,000 sales on Steam within 12 hours, achieving a 97% positive rating.
id Software Developer Criticizes Xbox Management Following Layoffs
A 16-year id Software veteran has publicly criticized Xbox management following recent studio layoffs, raising concerns over development capacity and culture.
Square Enix RPG Retrospectives Released via Screen Rant
Screen Rant has published retrospective features on classic Square Enix titles, including Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy 10, via their Steam News hub.
Id Software Dev Says Layoffs Made AAA Development 'Impossible'
Following Xbox's July 2026 layoffs, id Software programmer Chris Hays claims studio cuts make shipping AAA games like Doom: The Dark Ages impossible.
Take-Two Interactive Reports GTA Series Sales Near 475 Million Units
Take-Two's June 2026 earnings reveal GTA series sales nearing 475 million units, with GTA V surpassing 230 million copies ahead of the Grand Theft Auto VI launch.
Way of the Hunter 2 Launches September 29 on PC and Consoles
THQ Nordic and Nine Rocks Games confirm Way of the Hunter 2 leaves Early Access on September 29, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
The Eternal Life of Goldman Trailer Showcases Art, But No Release Date
Publisher THQ Nordic and developer Weappy have released a new trailer for The Eternal Life of Goldman, but the title remains without a confirmed release date.
Take-Two CEO Predicts Commercial Game Streaming in Three Years
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick predicts low-latency commercial game streaming within three years to help offset rising global hardware costs.
Bethesda Releases Quake 30th Anniversary Mission Pack
Bethesda has launched 'Dawn of the Machine,' a new official mission pack for the 30th anniversary of Quake, featuring new maps and gameplay mechanics.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse Launches August 31 for PC and Consoles
Serious Sam: Shatterverse releases August 31 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Publisher Devolver Digital and developer Behaviour Interactive detail the co-op roguelite FPS.
Grand Theft Auto VI: Latest Industry Status and 2026 Outlook
An industry report on the current status of Grand Theft Auto VI as of 2026. Get the facts on platform availability and developer updates.
Take-Two CEO Calls GTA 6 Pre-orders 'Astonishing' Amid Digital-Only Push
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick reports record-breaking pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6, while reaffirming the company's move away from physical disc releases.
Caladrius 2/Dark Element Announced for PS5, Switch, and PC
Publisher H2 Interactive and developer Kaminari Games have announced shoot 'em up sequel Caladrius 2/Dark Element for PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC.
Crossfire Developer That's No Moon Hit by Layoffs
Crossfire developer That's No Moon has laid off staff, with affected employees confirming job cuts on LinkedIn. Here is what is confirmed.
Quake Update Adds Free Dawn of the Machine Expansion
Quake publisher Bethesda Softworks and developers id Software and Nightdive Studios release a free Dawn of the Machine expansion by MachineGames.
Screen Rant Updates: Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake News and More
Latest gaming news via Screen Rant covers a Zelda Ocarina of Time remake update, Discworld coverage, and a new zombie survival game mixing Project Zomboid.
Halo Studios Confirms Staff Layoffs
Halo Studios, formerly 343 Industries, has been hit with staff layoffs according to social media posts from affected former developers.
BALL x PIT Sales Cross 2 Million as Final Naturalist Update Arrives
Devolver Digital and Kenny Sun confirm BALL x PIT has surpassed 2 million sales worldwide alongside the release of the final free Naturalist update.
ZeniMax Online Studios Restructures; The Elder Scrolls Online Impacted
ZeniMax Online Studios faces staff layoffs and internal restructuring, delaying The Elder Scrolls Online Warden class reworks until 2027.
Capcom Outlines Strategy to Boost Monster Hunter Wilds Sales
Capcom details plans to increase Monster Hunter Wilds sales through technical performance updates, pricing adjustments, an expansion, and a Switch 2 port.
33 Games Announces Physical SNES Release for Utopia
33 Games has opened pre-orders for a limited physical SNES release of Utopia, with shipping expected in November 2026. Three editions are available.
Capcom Says Digital Sales Hit 90% as Physical Disc Market Shrinks
Capcom reports that 90% of its unit sales are now digital, noting no significant impact from the industry-wide move away from physical media.
Wild Blue Skies Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Release This Fall
Developers Chuhai Labs and VITEI Backroom have announced that the on-rails shooter Wild Blue Skies is coming to Nintendo Switch this autumn.
Fallout: Invaders From Beyond Not Mentioned in Recent News Update
Recent industry reports from Screen Rant cover Pokemon, Game of Thrones, and Beast of Reincarnation, but offer no information on Fallout: Invaders From Beyond.
Halo Studios Faces Layoffs Following Halo: Campaign Evolved Release
Staffers at Halo Studios report job losses following the PlayStation 5 release of Halo: Campaign Evolved. Microsoft previously announced 3,200 cuts for 2026.
Electronic Arts Announces Leadership Changes Following Saudi Acquisition
Electronic Arts has appointed Cam Weber as COO following the company's acquisition by Saudi Arabia, with plans to prioritize AI and potential staff reductions.
Disc-Based PS5 Consoles Add Warnings About the End of Physical Games
Disc-based PS5 units hitting retailers now feature a notice warning buyers that Sony will stop manufacturing physical games starting in January 2028.
Roblox Stock Drops 72% Amid Monetization Shift
Roblox stock has fallen 72% as the company shifts its algorithm toward long-term engagement over viral, high-monetization games.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 PS5 and PS4 Ports Drive Major Sales
Unplanned PS4 and PS5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 pull in massive sales figures, emerging as top titles for July 2026.
Tactical RPG Beaten Path Announced for 2027 Release
Tactical RPG Beaten Path launches in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Peacebreak Studio and published by Wales Interactive.
EA Goes Private Following $55 Billion Acquisition Deal
Electronic Arts has officially gone private after a $55 billion buyout. The deal includes $20 billion in debt and planned $700 million annual cost cuts.
EA Studios to Cut $700 Million in Costs Following Private Buyout
EA is set to undergo significant restructuring, aiming for $700 million in annual cost cuts following its $55 billion acquisition by a private consortium.
Quantic Dream Staff Begin Open-Ended Strike Over Layoffs
The STJV union has called for an open-ended strike at Quantic Dream, demanding better layoff terms following the cancellation of Spellcasters Chronicles.
EA Acquisition Completed by Saudi Arabia's PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners
Electronic Arts completes its privatization buyout by a consortium consisting of Saudi Arabia's PIF, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners.
Isle of Reveries: Zelda-Inspired Co-Op Action Adventure Launches September 4
Publisher Electric Airship and developer desertcucco confirmed Isle of Reveries releases on September 4 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
Monster Hunter Wilds Gets Free PS5 Prologue Demo 18 Months In
Capcom has released a free playable Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on PS5, allowing players to carry over save data to the full version.
Electronic Arts Goes Private in $55 Billion Acquisition
Electronic Arts has been delisted from NASDAQ following a $55 billion buyout led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.
EA Acquisition by Investment Group Completed for $55 Billion
EA has finalized its $55 billion acquisition by the Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, transitioning the publisher to a private company.
Electronic Arts Completes Acquisition, Officially Owned by Saudi PIF
Electronic Arts has completed its acquisition and gone private after 36 years, now fully owned by an investor consortium including Saudi Arabia's PIF.
EA Completes Record $55 Billion Leveraged Buyout to Go Private
Electronic Arts completes its $55 billion buyout, going private via a consortium including the Saudi PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.