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A Glimmer of Hope in the Gaming Industry Despite Layoffs and Financial Woes
The gaming industry has been plagued by a series of layoffs and financial struggles in recent times, but there are still reasons to be optimistic about its future. Despite the grim headlines, the industry's fundamentals remain strong, with people continuing to spend money on games and new investments being made in various studios. The recent layoffs are, in part, a result of poor decision-making …
Feb. 2, 2024, 4:10 p.m.
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Seven Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Future of the Gaming Industry
The past year has been particularly challenging for the video game industry, with numerous project cancellations, studio closures, and significant layoffs. This period of hardship is expected to persist, driven by factors such as excessive spending during the pandemic, rising costs, declining revenue, intense competition, and reduced investment. However, despite these difficulties, there are seve…
Feb. 2, 2024, 12:18 p.m.
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Seven Reasons to Feel Optimistic About the Future of the Gaming Industry
The past year has been particularly challenging for the video game industry, with numerous project cancellations, studio closures, and significant layoffs. This period of difficulty is expected to persist, driven by factors such as excessive spending during the pandemic, rising costs, declining revenue, intense competition, and decreased investment. However, despite these challenges, there are se…
Feb. 2, 2024, 12:18 p.m.
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Seven Key Reasons to Be Optimistic About the Future of the Video Game Industry
Over the past year, the video game industry has faced significant challenges, including canceled projects, studio closures, and widespread layoffs. This period of intense difficulty is likely to persist throughout the year and into 2025. The industry's struggles can be attributed to excessive spending during the pandemic, rising costs, declining revenue, fierce competition, and plummeting investm…
Feb. 2, 2024, 12:18 p.m.
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From Fan Fiction to Writing for EA: The Journey of Curtis Baxter
This interview is part of a series offering insight into the experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. Curtis Baxter, senior writer on EA's Black Panther game, reflects on his journey, from creating Kingdom Hearts fan movies to joining Cliffhanger Games. He emphasizes the value of mentorship, having had a teaching assistant who helped him develop his writing skills, and the importa…
Feb. 1, 2024, 5 p.m.
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From Fan-Made Kingdom Hearts Films to Crafting EA's Black Panther Game
This interview is part of GamesIndustry.biz's Black Voices Progress Report, providing insight into the diverse experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. Curtis Baxter, senior writer on EA's Black Panther game, reflects on his path to Cliffhanger Games and the value of genuine connections in the industry. Baxter's passion for gaming began in childhood and intensified when he moved t…
Feb. 1, 2024, 5 p.m.
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From Fan-Made Kingdom Hearts Films to Scripting EA's Black Panther Game
This interview is part of the Black Voices Progress Report on GamesIndustry.biz, offering insights into the diverse experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. Curtis Baxter, a senior writer on EA's Black Panther game, reflects on his path to Cliffhanger Games and the significance of delivering a unique and culturally resonant game. Baxter's passion for gaming began in childhood and …
Feb. 1, 2024, 5 p.m.
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What Lessons Can Developers Learn from the Ongoing Palworld and Pokémon Debate?
The recent release of Palworld has sparked intense debate among gamers and industry experts, with many drawing comparisons between its creatures and those found in the Pokémon series. On social media and Reddit, the term 'Pokémon with guns' has emerged as a colloquialism for Palworld, a multi-million selling survival game developed by Pocketpair. However, according to legal experts, this is not…
Jan. 31, 2024, 4:04 p.m.
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Lessons from the Palworld and Pokémon Intellectual Property Debate
The recent release of Palworld has sparked comparisons to the Pokémon franchise, with some critics accusing the game of borrowing too heavily from the beloved series. However, according to legal experts, the issue is more complex than it initially seems. Peter Lewin, a partner at Wiggin, notes that while players may feel that one game takes too much inspiration from another, this is a separate…
Jan. 31, 2024, 4:04 p.m.
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Lessons from the Palworld vs Pokémon Debate: What Developers Need to Know
The recent release of Palworld has sparked a heated debate about its similarities to Pokémon, with many fans and players drawing comparisons between the two games. However, according to legal experts, the issue is not as clear-cut as it seems. Peter Lewin, a partner at Wiggin, notes that while players may feel that one game has taken too much inspiration from another, this is a different question…
Jan. 31, 2024, 4:04 p.m.