Famitsu Sales: Rhythm Heaven Groove and eBaseball Top Japan Charts
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Shuhei Yoshida: Sony Missing Out on Dark Souls Was a "Good Thing"
Former Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida explains why passing on Demon's Souls shaped FromSoftware's multi-platform future with Dark Souls and Elden Ring.
Disgaea Creator Sohei Niikawa Criticizes Sony’s Move to End Disc Production
Former Nippon Ichi Software president Sohei Niikawa speaks out against Sony's plan to end physical PlayStation discs by 2028, citing the importance of game ownership.
Disgaea Creator Criticizes PlayStation Shift to Digital-Only Future
Former Nippon Ichi Software CEO Sohei Niikawa criticizes PlayStation's plan to end physical game production by 2028, citing the value of physical media.
LG Monitors Reportedly Installing Adware Without User Consent
LG UltraGear monitor owners report an 'LG Monitor App Installer' automatically installing and displaying advertisements for third-party software like McAfee.
Shinigami Hime to Ishokan no Kaibutsu: A Review Roundup
Nippon Ichi Software's latest PS5 release earns a mixed response. Critics praise the art and storytelling while noting significant gameplay shortcomings.
Christopher Nolan Compares AI to a 'Transparent' Trojan Horse
Director Christopher Nolan critiques AI, calling it a 'transparent horse' rather than a hidden threat in a recent discussion on technology and software.
Hugo Martin Addresses id Software Size and id Tech Status
Director Hugo Martin confirms id Software's current size matches its 2016 team and reaffirms that the id Tech engine remains a core focus for the studio.
SCS Software Details New Vehicle Features for Euro Truck Simulator 2 Coaches
SCS Software has revealed new, coach-specific features coming to the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Coaches DLC, including rear-view cameras and adjustable visors.
SCS Software Heads to Gamescom 2026 with New Map Demos and Hardware
SCS Software is bringing playable demos of upcoming American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 expansions to Gamescom 2026 in Cologne this August.
OnePlus Confirms North American and European Exit
OnePlus has officially announced it is pulling out of the North American and European mobile markets, though software support for existing devices remains.
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.
id Software Developer Says There is 'No Benefit' to Xbox Ownership
A current id Software employee speaks out on studio layoffs and the impact of Microsoft ownership following the release of Doom: The Dark Ages.
id Software Hit by Massive Layoffs Despite Doom: The Dark Ages Success
136 of 185 id Software developers have been laid off by Microsoft, despite the critical success of Doom: The Dark Ages and its new Revelation DLC.
Xbox Workers Plan Protests for July 15 Following Mass Layoffs
The CWA has organized protests across six Xbox-owned locations for July 15, 2026, following mass layoffs at ZeniMax, id Software, and Obsidian.
id Software Producer Blames Xbox for Layoffs and Industry Stagnation
id Software producer Andrew Willis claims Xbox layoffs at the Doom studio are part of a broader industry failure driven by corporate mismanagement.
Analyst Forecasts Console Sales to Drop 19.5% in 2026
S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan projects a sharp decline in console shipments for 2026, citing rising hardware prices and a thin software slate.
RPG HorrorVale Coming to PlayStation and Xbox Consoles
Publisher Electric Airship and developer BatWorks Software have announced that the adventure RPG HorrorVale is headed to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Switch.
Inside the UI/UX Quality Assurance Process at SCS Software
Ever wonder how menus and buttons get perfected? SCS Software breaks down the UI/UX QA process for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator.
Inside SCS Software: How UI/UX QA Shapes Truck Simulator Development
SCS Software shares a behind-the-scenes look at the UI/UX QA process for Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator, covering testing, design, and feedback.
Grand Theft Auto Online Status: Latest Updates and Industry Context
As the industry sees shift at studios like Id Software, we look at the current state of Grand Theft Auto Online across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
id Software Addresses Studio Size Following Recent Xbox Layoffs
id Software has released a statement regarding its current studio size and future projects following recent layoffs across Xbox internal teams.
id Software Confirms Studio Size Following Recent Layoffs
Following company-wide Xbox layoffs, id Software confirms its current team size is comparable to the headcount during the development of DOOM (2016).
id Software Responds to Massive Layoffs: 'We Still Have the Crew We Need'
Following recent massive layoffs, id Software has issued a statement confirming they retain the necessary staff to continue building their signature tech and games.
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Xbox and Sony 2026 Layoffs: What You Need to Know
A breakdown of recent industry layoffs at Xbox and Sony in 2026, including impact on studios like Bungie, ZeniMax, and id Software.
The Duskbloods Closed Network Test: Dates and Registration Details
FromSoftware has confirmed the start date for The Duskbloods closed network test on Nintendo Switch 2. Learn how to register for access.
LG Monitor App Pushing McAfee Trials Without User Consent
LG monitor users report the company's software is silently installing and prompting for paid McAfee antivirus subscriptions without permission.
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SCS Software Heads to Gamescom 2026 with New Map Demos and Hardware
SCS Software is bringing playable demos of upcoming American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 expansions to Gamescom 2026 in Cologne this August.
id Software Developer Says There is 'No Benefit' to Xbox Ownership
A current id Software employee speaks out on studio layoffs and the impact of Microsoft ownership following the release of Doom: The Dark Ages.
Analyst Forecasts Console Sales to Drop 19.5% in 2026
S&P Global Market Intelligence Kagan projects a sharp decline in console shipments for 2026, citing rising hardware prices and a thin software slate.
Grand Theft Auto Online Status: Latest Updates and Industry Context
As the industry sees shift at studios like Id Software, we look at the current state of Grand Theft Auto Online across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.