Ron Gilbert Details How Thimbleweed Park 2 Secured Private Funding
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Thimbleweed Park 2 Secured Sole Funding From Wealthy Fan
Thimbleweed Park 2 is reportedly funded by an anonymous wealthy outsider rather than Kickstarter or traditional publishers, targeting a 2028 release.
Next Xbox Console Reportedly Aims for Full Backwards Compatibility
A leaked Microsoft internal memo suggests the next Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, is built to run games across every single Xbox generation.
Bullet Hell Roguelike IRA Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 July 30
Developers ABShot and publishers Nicalis and Pikii have announced that the bullet hell roguelike IRA arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 30, 2026.
Former PlayStation Exec Defends Digital Pricing Amid Disc-Free Shift
Former Sony SVP Gordon Thornton argues publishers, not Sony, set digital game prices as backlash continues over the company's 2028 disc-free transition.
PlayStation Will Reprint Existing Physical Games After 2028 Shift
Sony has confirmed that publishers can continue to order reprints of physical PlayStation games released before the 2028 all-digital cut-off date.
Indie Physical Game Publishers Respond to PlayStation’s 2028 Digital Shift
Small publishers including iam8bit and Red Art Games express concern as Sony plans to stop producing physical discs for PlayStation consoles starting in 2028.
California's 'Protect Our Games' Act Stalls in Senate Committee
California's AB 1921, which aimed to force publishers to keep games playable after server shutdowns, has failed to pass a key senate committee vote.
GTA 6 Price Set at $80: Is This the New Industry Standard?
Rockstar Games has officially priced GTA 6 at $80. We look at the industry implications of this move and whether other publishers will follow suit.
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Hideo Kojima Reveals Why Xbox Backed His 'Crazy' New Game, OD
Hideo Kojima details the development of his mysterious Xbox horror title OD, explaining why he was turned down by other publishers for his radical concept.
Hideo Kojima Reveals Why Publishers Rejected OD: Knock
Hideo Kojima opens up about pitching OD: Knock to multiple publishers before finding a home with Xbox, citing a lack of understanding for his vision.
EU Commission Declines to Legislate on 'Stop Killing Games' Campaign
The EU Commission has decided against new laws to prevent publishers from revoking access to online-only games, citing existing intellectual property rights.
Is Sony Losing Third-Party Support on PlayStation 5 in 2026?
Following Summer Game Fest 2026, we analyze if third-party publishers are shifting away from PlayStation 5 reveals for major titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Why Publishers Are Avoiding the GTA 6 November 2026 Release Window
As the November 2026 release of Grand Theft Auto VI approaches, major publishers are shifting their schedules to avoid competing with Rockstar Games' latest title.
GTA 6 Release Schedule: Devolver Digital Defies Industry Launch Trends
Grand Theft Auto VI arrives November 19, 2026. While many publishers avoid the GTA 6 release window, Devolver Digital remains committed to its own schedule.
Gaming News: Why Publishers Are Avoiding Roguelike Deckbuilders in 2026
In Game News reports on current industry investment trends as Krafton executive Victor Lee discusses the oversaturation of roguelike deckbuilders for PC.
Denuvo DRM Reportedly Bypassed as 2K Games Implements New Online Checks
As of April 2026, reports indicate Denuvo DRM has been fully bypassed in non-VR PC games, prompting publishers like 2K to implement mandatory online checks.
Expedition 33 Proved Everyone Wrong—Now AAA is About to Break It
Article by Larson Bin Joy • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Jan 13, 2026 Report Integrity: Manually Reviewed by In Game News Editorial Team Platform: PC Gaming | Status: Critical Update Publishers are panicking and pivoting to 'Double-A' budgets after Expedition 33's GOTY win, but as Josef Fare
Mysterious PC Gaming Update Notice: November 13th, 2025 Sparks Debate
A cryptic "2025, Nov. 13th Scheduled Update Notice" has emerged, sending ripples of curiosity and debate throughout the PC gaming community. The notice, devoid of any specific game title, developer insignia, or concrete details, has become a fascinating puzzle. While official channels from major publishers and develope
Gaming's Golden Era of Diverse, Mid-Sized Hits Is Over
The video game industry is a landscape of constant evolution, but recent discourse among veteran journalists and industry commentators suggests a fundamental, and perhaps permanent, shift has occurred. The era many gamers remember fondly—a time when major publishers consistently released a diverse portfolio of big-budg
Take-Two CEO Doubts AI Can Replicate Grand Theft Auto's Genius
In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of technological advancement, the video game industry is grappling with its potential. While some major publishers are championing AI as a revolutionary partner in game creation, the head of one of the world's most successful entertainment compan
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Bullet Hell Roguelike IRA Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 July 30
Developers ABShot and publishers Nicalis and Pikii have announced that the bullet hell roguelike IRA arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 30, 2026.
PlayStation Will Reprint Existing Physical Games After 2028 Shift
Sony has confirmed that publishers can continue to order reprints of physical PlayStation games released before the 2028 all-digital cut-off date.