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League of Geeks Vows to Fight On Despite Layoffs and Funding Setbacks
Australian game developer League of Geeks has announced a major restructuring, resulting in the layoffs of 50% of its staff. The entire team behind Jumplight Odyssey has been let go, and the game's development is now on indefinite hold as the studio seeks additional funding. A total of 31 people were laid off, including staff from the operations and publishing teams, as well as contractors. Howev…
Dec. 5, 2023, 11:30 p.m.
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League of Geeks: Fighting to the End
The Australian game development studio League of Geeks has announced that it will be laying off 50% of its workforce, citing a significant funding gap. The entire team behind Jumplight Odyssey, which was released in Early Access in August, has been made redundant, and the game has been put on indefinite hiatus. A total of 31 people were laid off, including the Jumplight team, operations and publi…
Dec. 5, 2023, 11:30 p.m.
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Global Loot Box Regulations: 2023 Update
The loot box phenomenon persists in 2023, with various countries implementing regulatory measures. In recent years, the primary approach has been to determine whether loot boxes constitute 'gambling' under existing laws and regulate them accordingly. However, countries are now exploring alternative options, such as enforcing consumer protection laws, requiring disclosure of specific information, …
Dec. 5, 2023, 2:44 p.m.
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Global Loot Box Regulation Update 2023
The loot box phenomenon persists in 2023, with various countries implementing regulatory measures. In recent years, the primary approach has been to determine whether loot boxes constitute 'gambling' under existing laws and, if so, regulate them accordingly. However, countries have begun exploring alternative options, such as enforcing consumer protection laws, requiring specific information disc…
Dec. 5, 2023, 2:44 p.m.
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Global Loot Box Regulations 2023: An Update on Legislative Developments
The loot box landscape continues to evolve in 2023, with several countries implementing new regulations to address concerns over these in-game purchases. In recent years, the primary approach has been to determine whether loot boxes constitute 'gambling' under existing laws and, if so, to regulate them accordingly. However, countries are now exploring alternative options, such as enforcing consum…
Dec. 5, 2023, 2:44 p.m.
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Enhancing Diversity in Game Narratives: Three Key Considerations
Over the past decade, the video game industry has witnessed a notable increase in diversity, with more games featuring characters from diverse backgrounds. However, this shift towards greater diversity does not always translate to more nuanced and less problematic narratives, particularly when development teams remain predominantly white. Sweet Baby Inc, a Montreal-based narrative development an…
Dec. 4, 2023, 2:55 p.m.
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Enhancing Diverse Game Narratives: Three Key Considerations
Over the past decade, the video game industry has witnessed a significant increase in diversity, with more games featuring characters from diverse backgrounds. However, this shift does not necessarily mean that game narratives have become richer or less problematic, particularly when many major studios still have predominantly white teams. Sweet Baby Inc, a Montreal-based narrative development an…
Dec. 4, 2023, 2:55 p.m.
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Enhancing Diverse Game Narratives and Characters: Key Considerations
Over the past decade, the video game industry has made significant strides in featuring more diverse characters, but this increased representation does not always translate to richer, less problematic storylines. Many major studios still lack diversity in their teams, which can result in narratives that feel superficial or stereotypical. Sweet Baby Inc, a narrative development and consultation st…
Dec. 4, 2023, 2:55 p.m.
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A New Era for Atari: Embracing Retro Gaming
The gaming industry has witnessed numerous layoffs this year, with many companies re-evaluating their strategies and focusing on their core strengths. Atari, a brand synonymous with retro gaming, has taken a notable approach under the leadership of CEO Wade Rosen. After decades of struggling to find its place in the modern gaming landscape, Atari has shifted its focus towards its retro roots, emb…
Dec. 1, 2023, 4:02 p.m.
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A New Era for Atari: Focusing on Core Strengths
The gaming industry has seen its fair share of companies expanding into new areas, only to later retrench and refocus on their core strengths. This week, we saw several examples of this trend, with companies like ByteDance, Frontier Developments, and Sega announcing layoffs and restructuring efforts. However, one company that is bucking this trend is Atari, which under the leadership of CEO Wade …
Dec. 1, 2023, 4:02 p.m.