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Don't Nod, Developer of Lost Records, Confirms Staff Reductions
In a recent update, Don't Nod expressed regret over the necessity of layoffs following the completion of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, citing the need for a new round of staff reductions at its Montreal studio. The decision was made after exhausting all alternatives and reflects the challenging economic conditions faced by the company. The studio expressed gratitude to the affected team members f…
June 30, 2025, 3:56 p.m.
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Tamsin O'Luanaigh Establishes Wise Cat Strategy, a New Advisory Firm
Former NDreams Co-Founder and Chief People Officer Tamsin O'Luanaigh has launched Wise Cat Strategy, a new advisory firm dedicated to empowering game studios and businesses to create collaborative, positive, and productive work environments. The company's mission is to provide tailored frameworks, talent retention strategies, and leadership support to help studios navigate growth challenges. Wise…
June 30, 2025, 1:27 p.m.
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Apple Overhauls EU App Store Policies to Align with Digital Markets Act
In response to the European Commission's Digital Markets Act, Apple has revamped its EU App Store guidelines, providing developers with greater flexibility in linking users to external promotions and purchases. The updated policy introduces two tiers of store services, with varying cuts for Apple depending on the features developers require. The mandatory Tier 1 offers basic features like app rev…
June 30, 2025, 12:34 p.m.
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Fortnite Players Eligible for Refunds Due to Unauthorized Transactions
The United States Federal Trade Commission has reactivated the refund process for Fortnite players who made unintentional purchases. In a recent move, the FTC distributed over $126 million in refunds, mailing out 969,173 checks and PayPal payments to eligible claimants. The deadline for new claims is set for July 9, 2025. This comes after an initial round of refunds in December, which saw payment…
June 30, 2025, 10:24 a.m.
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Unveiling the Winners of the 2025 Games for Change Awards
The nonprofit organization Games for Change has officially announced the recipients of its 2025 awards. The winners include Odd Meter's Indika, which took home the awards for Best Narrative and Game of the Year, and Nomada Studios' Neva, which won the Best Gameplay award. Additionally, Sunset Visitor's 1000xResist received the Indie Breakout Award. Other notable winners include Tilting Point's ch…
June 30, 2025, 8:47 a.m.
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June 2025 Games Industry Jobs Roundup: Notable Appointments and Transitions
The games industry has seen a series of significant appointments and transitions in June 2025. To help keep track of these changes, we have compiled a roundup of the most notable moves. Hasbro has appointed Damon Baker as its new Vice President of Digital Licensing, tasked with overseeing the company's iconic franchises such as Dungeons & Dragons and Transformers. Baker brings a wealth of experie…
June 30, 2025, 7:26 a.m.
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Riot Games to Permit Top Esports Teams to Partner with Gambling Companies
In a significant shift, Riot Games is introducing a new sponsorship policy that enables top-tier League of Legends and Valorant esports teams in key regions to collaborate with betting companies. This move is part of a broader esports strategy overhaul initiated by Riot in 2023. According to John Needham, Riot's president of publishing and esports, the decision is driven by the goal of establishi…
June 27, 2025, 5:38 p.m.
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UK's National Videogame Museum Set to Shine at World Expo 2025
The National Videogame Museum is teaming up with the UK Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, scheduled to take place from July 18 to July 24. The museum's exhibit, 'Videogames Transforming Lives,' will boast interactive displays that showcase the UK's pioneering role in creating inclusive and innovative game designs. A key feature will be a collaboration with the UK charity SpecialEff…
June 27, 2025, 9:48 a.m.
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FBC: Firebreak Reaches Milestone of Over 1 Million Players
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June 27, 2025, 5:31 a.m.
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Alex Boucher, Game Dev Heroes Co-Founder, Receives MBE Honor
Alex Boucher, founder and managing director of Analog, has been conferred an MBE in recognition of his exceptional services to the gaming industry and entrepreneurship, as announced during the King's birthday honors. Boucher, also a co-founder of Game Dev Heroes and Games Growth Agency, previously held the position of contract business development manager at Biz Media for five years, overseeing M…
June 26, 2025, 9:08 p.m.