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Over a Million Users Support GOG's FreedomToBuy Initiative Amidst NSFW Game Censorship Controversy
In a show of solidarity, more than one million individuals have claimed free games as part of GOG's FreedomToBuy initiative. The campaign, which offers 13 NSFW titles for free, is a response to the tightening of rules around adult content on digital platforms like Steam and itch.io, largely due to pressure from payment processors. GOG's statement highlights the concern that if a game is legally a…
Aug. 4, 2025, 10:10 p.m.
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Raven Software Achieves Landmark Collective Bargaining Agreement
Following a three-year unionization effort, workers at Raven Software, an Activision studio, have successfully ratified their inaugural union contract with Microsoft. This breakthrough agreement is seen as a significant milestone in the push to elevate standards across the video game industry. Key provisions of the contract include a guaranteed 10% salary increase over the next two years, complem…
Aug. 4, 2025, 9:47 p.m.
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Lyrical Media Introduces Lyrical Games, a New Indie Publisher Led by Seasoned Industry Experts
Lyrical Media, an independent production company, has announced the launch of Lyrical Games, a privately funded indie games publisher. The company is headed by Blake Rochkind, formerly the head of business development at Private Division, and boasts a team of experienced professionals, including Roger Kurtz, former head of production at Private Division, as well as publishing veterans from promin…
Aug. 4, 2025, 4 p.m.
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Valve Disagrees with Mastercard's Claim of Not Pressuring Game Platforms Over Adult Content
Valve has countered Mastercard's assertion that it did not express concerns about adult content on Steam. Mastercard issued a statement on August 1 to address allegations that it, along with other payment processors, was pressuring gaming platforms like Steam and itch.io to remove or censor adult content. The statement claimed Mastercard had not evaluated any games or required restrictions on gam…
Aug. 4, 2025, 3:24 p.m.
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Major Overhaul for Upcoming BioShock Game Following Internal Review Setback
A recent report has revealed that Take-Two Interactive is undertaking significant changes to the forthcoming BioShock game, prompted by a disappointing internal review by 2K Games. This move comes as the game's storytelling has been identified as an area needing substantial improvement. The news, initially reported by Bloomberg's Jason Schreier, cites sources familiar with the situation, indicati…
Aug. 4, 2025, 11:09 a.m.
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Nintendo Increases Switch Console Prices by Up to 15% in the US
Nintendo has implemented a price increase for its range of Switch consoles and accessories in the US, following an announcement made late last week. The changes, which took effect on August 3, are attributed to market conditions. Although the company did not initially disclose the specifics of the price adjustments, it has now been revealed that US consumers can expect to pay up to 15% more for c…
Aug. 4, 2025, 9:36 a.m.
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US Nintendo Switch Prices to Undergo Changes
Nintendo has revealed plans to introduce pricing updates for its range of Nintendo Switch consoles and select accessories in the US, effective next week. In a statement released on August 1, the company revealed that the pricing for its original Nintendo Switch family of systems and products will be adjusted in the United States, citing market conditions, starting August 3. The pricing change…
Aug. 1, 2025, 4:33 p.m.
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Pokémon Company Requests Fans to Halt Criticism of Illustrator Amidst Plagiarism Allegations in Pokémon TCG Pocket
The Pokémon Company has urged its fans to cease criticising the illustrator responsible for the designs of two Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket cards that were pulled due to plagiarism claims. The controversy began when fan artist lanjiujiu shared comparison images of their 2021 commission artwork and the new Ho-Oh design in the Wisdom of Sea and Sky expansion, highlighting the similarities bet…
Aug. 1, 2025, 2:47 p.m.
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Itch.io Restructures Adult Content Policy, Plans Gradual Reintroduction of Paid Material
Itch.io has initiated a process to reorganize its free adult content and will gradually reintroduce paid content to ensure long-term support for a diverse range of creators. The platform's creator, leafo, announced this update on August 1, stating that Itch.io is engaged in ongoing discussions with its payment processors following scrutiny over adult content. This development led to the removal o…
Aug. 1, 2025, 11:29 a.m.
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Good Job Games Secures $60 Million in Series A Funding Round
Mobile gaming company Good Job Games, based in Türkiye, has announced the successful completion of its Series A funding round, raising $60 million and increasing its total investment to $83 million in under six months. The funding round was co-led by Menlo Ventures and Anthos Capital, with additional investment from Bessemer Venture Partners. This significant investment comes just six months afte…
Aug. 1, 2025, 10:14 a.m.