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Cast Iron Games Launches in Wakefield as Double Eleven's Sister Studio
Cast Iron Games has officially launched its operations in Tileyard North, Wakefield, UK, specializing in co-development and game porting services for AAA titles. Founded by industry veterans Arden Aspinall and Jon Seymour, the studio is a part of the Pneuma Games Group, the parent company of Double Eleven. With several projects already in progress, the studio's establishment stems from the existi…
July 4, 2025, 11:27 a.m.
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Beloved Actor Michael Madsen, Known for Voicing GTA 3's Toni Cipriani, Passes Away
Renowned actor Michael Madsen, famous for his voice role as Toni Cipriani in Grand Theft Auto 3, has sadly passed away at 67. According to The Hollywood Reporter, his death followed a cardiac arrest. Madsen had a diverse career in video games, lending his voice to characters in True Crime: Streets of LA, Driver 3, Dishonored, and most recently, Crime Boss: Rockay City. He also had notable roles i…
July 4, 2025, 9:59 a.m.
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Approximately 300 Build A Rocket Boy Employees Receive Redundancy Warning Emails Following Layoff Announcement
It has been reported that roughly 300 employees of Build A Rocket Boy, based in the UK, have been sent emails informing them that their positions are at risk of redundancy. This development comes on the heels of the company's recent layoff announcement. According to sources, these emails were also distributed to staff members at PlayFusion, a company acquired by Build A Rocket Boy last year. Sour…
July 4, 2025, 8:01 a.m.
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Anthem to Cease Operations in January 2026
Electronic Arts has revealed plans to discontinue Anthem, effective January 12, 2026. According to an official statement, the game will remain accessible online until the specified date. Although in-game currency purchases are no longer available, players can utilize their existing balance until the servers are deactivated. Those who have previously purchased Anthem will still be able to download…
July 4, 2025, 6:32 a.m.
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ZeniMax Online Studios' Matt Firor to Leave After 18-Year Tenure
Matt Firor, president of Zenimax Online Studios, has announced his departure from the company later this month, following the cancellation of the studio's long-in-development MMO as part of Microsoft's recent layoffs. In a statement, Firor expressed confidence that the studio and The Elder Scrolls Online are 'in great hands' under the new leadership of Jo Burba, Susan Kath, and Rich Lambert. Firo…
July 3, 2025, 3:21 p.m.
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Romero Games' Upcoming FPS Project Cancelled Following Publisher's Funding Withdrawal
Romero Games has revealed that its planned first-person shooter has been cancelled due to the publisher's decision to pull funding for the project. According to studio director Brenda Romero, the cancellation was a result of a 'strategic decision made at a high level within the publisher' that was outside of the studio's control or visibility. Romero expressed that the team had consistently met m…
July 3, 2025, 12:55 p.m.
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Neil Druckmann Shifts Focus to Naughty Dog Projects, Steps Away from HBO's The Last of Us
Neil Druckmann, the renowned director of Naughty Dog, has revealed that he is stepping down from his role in HBO's adaptation of The Last of Us. This decision comes as Druckmann aims to concentrate on the development of upcoming projects at Naughty Dog, including the highly anticipated title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. In a statement, Druckmann expressed his gratitude for the experience …
July 3, 2025, 12:08 p.m.
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GamesIndustry.biz Summer Party 2025: Sold Out and Ready to Kick Off in Brighton
The countdown to the GamesIndustry.biz Summer Party 2025 has begun, with the highly anticipated event taking place at Horatio's Bar in Brighton on July 9. This year's party has generated unprecedented interest, resulting in a complete sell-out, with the waitlist also now closed. We appreciate the overwhelming enthusiasm and remind attendees to only join us if they have secured tickets in advance.…
July 3, 2025, 10:44 a.m.
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Keleops Acquires Kotaku from G/O Media in All-Cash Deal
In a significant development, Keleops, a prominent digital publishing company, has acquired Kotaku from G/O Media in an all-cash asset deal. As a result of the acquisition, Kotaku's editorial team will remain intact, with plans to hire additional senior staff. Keleops CEO Jean-Guillaume Kleis has stated that there are no immediate plans to alter the site's strategy, and he is looking forward to m…
July 3, 2025, 10 a.m.
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Microsoft Confirms Xbox Layoffs, Closes The Initiative Studio, and Cancels Multiple Projects
Microsoft has initiated a new round of layoffs within its gaming division, impacting several studios and projects. According to recent reports, the company has decided to close The Initiative studio and cancel the highly anticipated Perfect Dark reboot, as well as the development of Everwild and several unannounced projects. This move is part of a broader effort to adjust priorities, focus resour…
July 3, 2025, 9:31 a.m.