BitCraft Online Development Strategy Shift: STDB 2.10 and Ad-Hoc Updates
An analysis of BitCraft Online's transition to an ad-hoc update model and the technical implications of the upcoming SpacetimeDB 2.10 integration.
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Raw Fury Reveals Kingdom III: Rising Realms and More at Gamescom
Publisher Raw Fury revealed Kingdom III: Rising Realms alongside Bye Bye Bonnie, Hillthorn, and Rivage during the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026.
Two Former Xbox Studios Confirm Their Independence And Plans For The Future
Double Fine and Compulsion Games confirm their independence from Microsoft, detailing publishing rights, management buyouts, and upcoming project plans.
EA Staff Reportedly Fear Layoffs and Creative Meddling After Takeover
EA staff reportedly fear looming layoffs, creative meddling, and studio sell-offs following the Saudi government and Jared Kushner-backed buyout.
System 3 Denies GenAI Use in James Pond Legacy Amid Fan Backlash
System 3 denies using generative AI for James Pond Legacy character artwork following heavy fan scrutiny over new trailers for the upcoming retro collection.
EA Acquisition Complete as Reports Surface of Management Hot-Mic Insult
Electronic Arts buyout by a Saudi Arabian PIF and Affinity Partners consortium is complete following internal controversy and worker concerns over censorship.
Roblox Faces U.S. Senate Investigation Over Child Safety Practices
The U.S. Senate is investigating Roblox over child safety practices and revenue priorities, requesting moderation data from 2023 through 2025.
US Senators Launch Investigation Into Roblox Child Safety
US Senators Hawley and Durbin have launched an investigation into Roblox, demanding records on child safety, moderation, and revenue regarding younger users.
MapleStory Revenue Surges 63% as Nexon Returns $2B to Shareholders
Nexon reports record Q2 2026 financial results driven by MapleStory growth, announcing a $2 billion special dividend while detailing upcoming releases.
Why Video Game Studios Are Banning Generative AI in Publishing Contracts
Video game lawyers report a sharp rise in anti-AI clauses in indie and AA publishing agreements, driven by player pushback and severe copyright liabilities.
Xbox ZeniMax Layoffs Aftermath: Union Devs Reveal Chaos
Xbox ZeniMax layoffs leave union workers waiting as Bethesda staff face low morale, leaked schedules, and ongoing uncertainty over future job cuts.
Bethesda Staff Protest Microsoft Layoffs During Xbox Visit
Bethesda staff and union members protested Microsoft mass layoffs with a giant inflatable rat outside offices as Xbox leadership previewed The Elder Scrolls 6.
Stop Killing Games Backs Dutch Legal Challenge Against PlayStation
Consumer rights groups Stop Killing Games and DoesItPlay? have joined a Dutch lawsuit challenging Sony's digital pricing and exclusive platform control.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pokémon TCG Grader PSA Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Market Manipulation
PSA faces a class action lawsuit in Baltimore alleging market manipulation, manufactured uncertainty, and subjective grading practices for Pokémon TCG cards.
Xbox CEO Lays Out 4 Priorities With Goal to Return to Growth by June 2027
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma details four priorities for fiscal year 2027, aiming to return the platform to player and revenue growth by the end of June 2027.
Suno Database Breach Reveals Massive Scale of AI Music Scraping
A data breach at AI music tool Suno has exposed evidence of millions of scraped tracks from YouTube Music, Deezer, and Genius used for model training.
Call of Duty: Black Ops PS4 and PS5 Ports Plagued by Legacy XP Exploits
Activision is investigating XP exploits in the new Call of Duty: Black Ops console ports that mirror vulnerabilities found in the original 2010 PS3 version.
Half of Steam Games Could Use AI by 2028, Study Predicts
A new study by developer Sulka Haro suggests that 50% of games on Steam will contain AI-generated content by 2027–2028 based on current disclosure trends.
Xbox Layoffs Include Longtime id Software Veteran
Reports confirm a veteran developer present since the early id Software days of John Carmack and John Romero has been laid off in the latest Xbox staff cuts.
Ubisoft Cancels Black Flag Resynced Treasure Hunt After Early Discovery
Ubisoft has called off the Community Treasure Hunt for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced after players found the hidden rewards ahead of schedule.
Indie Developers Face Rising Threat of AI-Generated Game Clones
Indie developers are reporting a flood of AI-generated game clones appearing on digital stores, often mimicking original concepts before the games even launch.
Dear Passengers Facing Backlash Over Alleged Epstein References and AI
Viral friendslop game Dear Passengers is under fire following player discovery of controversial name tags and reports of generative AI use in development.
Fallout 4 Modders Add Pro-Union Signs to Protest Xbox Layoffs
Modders are adding pro-union signs to Fallout 4 in a show of solidarity with workers following recent mass layoffs across Xbox subsidiary studios.
22 Trade Union Leaders Urge Rockstar to Recognise IWGB Game Workers
Twenty-two trade union leaders have signed a letter calling on Rockstar Games to formally recognise the IWGB Game Workers union amid ongoing labor disputes.
Ubisoft Cites Talent Loss as 'High Risk' Amid Ongoing Restructuring
Ubisoft's latest annual report identifies the loss of key talent and difficulty attracting new staff as significant risks following years of layoffs.
Halo Studios Head Pierre Hintze Faces Bullying Allegations
Reports from Windows Central and others suggest Halo Studios head Pierre Hintze has faced HR complaints regarding alleged bullying and antagonistic behavior.
Xbox Confirms Layoffs and Studio Restructuring Under CEO Asha Sharma
Xbox is laying off 3,200 employees, with four studios transitioning to new management as CEO Asha Sharma shifts focus to the company's strongest franchises.
Obsidian Director Defends Studio DNA Following Recent Layoffs
The Outer Worlds 2 director Brandon Adler hits back at claims that Obsidian has lost its identity following recent staff cuts at the studio.
Brazilian Court Forces Microsoft to Restore Hacked Xbox Account
A Brazilian court has ordered Microsoft to restore a player's hacked Xbox account and pay $400 in damages after the company initially refused to help.
Obsidian Entertainment Hit by Layoffs Amid New Fallout Project Reports
Obsidian Entertainment confirms layoffs following a major Microsoft restructure, while reports suggest Josh Sawyer is leading a new Fallout project.
Brazil Proposes New Consumer Laws to Protect Gamers' Digital Rights
Brazil is moving to protect gamers from sudden server shutdowns and account termination, inspired by the global Stop Killing Games movement.
ALGS 2026: Team Vision Leads Match Point Finals in Paris
The Apex Legends Global Series Year 6 Split 1 is heating up in Paris. Here are the latest standings and results from the EWC 2026 tournament.
Star Wars Genesis: Is This the Open-World RPG Fans Have Been Waiting For?
Screen Rant’s latest coverage highlights Star Wars Genesis as a potential standout title in the current Star Wars gaming landscape.
Obsidian Entertainment Shifts Focus to New Fallout Game Following Layoffs
Following 25% staff cuts at Obsidian Entertainment, the studio is now developing a new Fallout title as Microsoft streamlines its major franchises.
Saber Interactive Inundated With Offers Following Space Marine 2 Success
Saber Interactive says the success of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has led to a surge in major licensing offers, allowing the studio to be highly selective.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoff Conspiracy Theory Regarding H-1B Visas
Microsoft’s Frank X. Shaw refutes claims that recent Xbox layoffs were designed to replace American workers with foreign employees on H-1B visas.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoffs Are Linked to H-1B Visa Hiring
Microsoft communications lead Frank Shaw addresses rumors, confirming the 3,200 Xbox job cuts are for business restructuring, not to replace staff with H-1B workers.
Xbox Employees Face Uncertainty as Layoffs Extend Over Fiscal Year
Following 1,600 job cuts and studio divestments, remaining Xbox staff are being asked to do more with less while facing potential future redundancies.
Id Software Responds to Layoffs: 'We Still Have the Crew We Need'
Following significant Xbox layoffs, id Software confirms staff reductions but insists the studio remains capable of developing its signature games.
Xbox Clarifies Status of id Tech Engine Amid Recent Layoffs
Xbox has issued a statement confirming that 'dozens' of employees are still working on the id Tech engine, refuting recent claims that the team was gutted.
Dragon Ball Fans Divided Over New Super Saiyan Transformation Changes
A recent update to the Dragon Ball franchise has introduced significant changes to Super Saiyan transformations, sparking debate among long-time fans.
Brothers Arrested After $95,000 Pokemon Card Heist Ends in Van Failure
Two brothers were arrested after a $95,000 Pokemon card heist went wrong when their getaway van broke down, forcing them to push the vehicle on camera.
Xbox Disputes Reports of Staffing Crisis at id Software
Xbox denies claims that id Software's engine team has been reduced to one person following recent layoffs at the Texas studio.
John Carmack and John Romero Address Recent id Software Layoffs
Id Software co-founders John Carmack and John Romero share their thoughts on the recent layoffs at the studio following broader Xbox workforce reductions.