Activision Outlines 2026 Strategy for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Activision has outlined its 2026 release strategy, positioning Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 as a major title alongside other industry heavyweights.
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Don't Nod Initiates "Transformation Program" Amidst Economic Challenges
French developer and publisher Don't Nod, known for Life is Strange and Aphelion, has announced a "transformation initiative" to address significant shifts in the video game industry's economic landscape and declining financial indicators. This move follows previous layoffs and recent financial difficulties.
Developer Claims GTA 6 NPC Tech Is '10 Years Ahead' of Industry
An IO Interactive AI programmer reports that GTA 6 uses individual NPC simulations, claiming the tech is a decade ahead of current open-world standards.
2001 Classics: The Games That Changed Their Genres Forever
A look back at formative 2001 titles like Halo: Combat Evolved, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, and SSX Tricky that left a lasting mark on the industry.
Former Rockstar Developer Calls GTA 6 Leaks a 'Nothing Burger'
Former Rockstar technical director Obbe Vermeij dismisses recent GTA 6 leaks as inconsequential to the game's 2026 launch, calling them a minor industry blip.
Xbox Has Reportedly Pulled Out Of Sharing Digital Sales Data With Circana
Xbox and EA have reportedly stopped sharing digital sales data with Circana, according to industry reports, making US sales tracking less transparent.
Saber CEO and Fired Writer Clash Over Undisclosed AI in Rideshare Game
Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch and former lead writer Stella Sacco spar publicly over ChatGPT use in Rideshare Stimulator, igniting industry debate.
Circana Data Reveals PlayStation and Xbox Share Nearly Identical Top Play Counts
Circana industry advisor Mat Piscatella reveals U.S. weekly active user data showing PlayStation and Xbox share nearly identical top-played game lists.
Sony Defends PlayStation Disc Phase-Out Following Fan Backlash
Sony CFO Lin Tao addresses fierce fan backlash over the decision to end physical PlayStation game discs in 2028, pointing to industry-wide digital growth.
Developer Xalavier Nelson Jr. Warns Industry Consolidation Risks New Creators
Veteran developer Xalavier Nelson Jr. highlights how industry consolidation and shrinking legacy studios threaten the future pipeline of new talent in gaming.
Ways Sony Must Improve the PS Store for Our All-Digital Future
Following the 2028 end of physical game releases, industry analysis highlights eight critical areas where the PS Store needs to evolve to support digital users.
Capcom Sales Data Shows Physical Media Drop Amid Sony Disc Debacle
Capcom's fiscal financial results reveal that 93.3% of its game sales are digital, leaving physical media at just 6.7% amid ongoing industry debates.
Xbox Game Pass Subscriber Targets Missed Due to Mass Market Preferences
Industry analyst Mat Piscatella explains why Xbox Game Pass missed subscriber targets, noting that the mass market primarily plays one or two forever games.
Xbox Outage Details Revealed as Physical Media Debate Grows
Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet details the cause of a major server outage, while industry figures weigh in on the ongoing debate over digital-only games.
NVIDIA and Industry Partners Launch Open Secure AI Alliance
NVIDIA, Red Hat, and The Linux Foundation have launched the Open Secure AI Alliance to promote responsible AI use and trust following recent security incidents.
The Wheel of Time: Industry Analysis of the Franchise’s New Era
Following the cancellation of The Wheel of Time series, interest in the franchise remains high. We look at the latest updates on the War of the Dragon RPG.
Why Battle Passes Remain the Industry Standard for Live-Service Games
A look at the psychology and business logic behind battle passes, from why they drive player retention to the reasons they remain a key monetization model.
Generative AI in Video Game Music: Where the Industry Stands in 2026
As generative AI continues to impact game development, the use of LLMs in soundtrack composition is sparking debate among players and creators.
Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Weighs In on PS5 Physical Media Debate
Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games, has commented on the industry's move away from physical discs, stating that companies should provide what fans want.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Cited at DevGAMM as Industry Antidote
At the 2026 DevGAMM Madeira Games Summit, industry veterans pointed to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Balatro as models of creative courage.
Ubisoft CEO Says PS5 Disc Debacle 'Will Not Disturb the Industry Much'
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot addresses Sony's decision to stop making disc-based games in 2028, stating it won't disturb the gaming industry much.
Sega Backs Physical Media While Sony Drops PlayStation Discs
Sega president Shuji Utsumi defends physical media culture while prioritizing digital shift, as industry backlash mounts against Sony's disc phaseout.
Ubisoft CEO Says PlayStation Ending Physical Discs Won't Harm Industry
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot addresses PlayStation ending physical game discs in January 2028, stating digital-only shifts help market growth and hardware costs.
Video Game History Foundation Releases Massive E3 Archive
The Video Game History Foundation has published a new collection of E3 ephemera, including nearly 12 hours of footage and industry documents dating back to 1995.
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Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser Weighs In on PS5 Physical Media Debate
Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games, has commented on the industry's move away from physical discs, stating that companies should provide what fans want.
Ubisoft CEO Says PS5 Disc Debacle 'Will Not Disturb the Industry Much'
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot addresses Sony's decision to stop making disc-based games in 2028, stating it won't disturb the gaming industry much.
US PS5 Hardware Revenue Drops Nearly 20% in June 2026
New industry data shows a 19% year-over-year decline in US PS5 hardware revenue for June 2026, contributing to a broader 21% decrease across the games industry.
Recent Industry Updates: Minecraft, No Man's Sky, and SEGA Dreamcast News
Catch up on the latest updates from July 21, 2026, including new life for the SEGA Dreamcast and major content additions for Minecraft and No Man's Sky.