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Games for Change Non-Profit Expands Board with 5 New Appointments to Amplify Social Impact
The non-profit organization Games for Change, dedicated to harnessing the power of digital games and immersive technologies to drive positive change, has announced the expansion of its board with the addition of five new members. These include Samir El Agili from Tilting Point and Brandible, Benjamin Golant of Tencent Americas, an executive from Xbox at Microsoft, Evan Segal of Segal Ventures, an…
June 10, 2025, 8:43 p.m.
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Gears of War: Reloaded Bypasses PS5 Release in Japan, Proceeds with Xbox and PC Launch
In a notable development, Gears of War: Reloaded has been cleared for release on Xbox Series and PC but will not be available on the PS5 in Japan. According to recent reports, the game's scheduled launch on August 26 will exclude the PS5 platform due to differing regional rating requirements and platform policies. Microsoft has officially stated, 'Due to regional rating restrictions and platform …
June 10, 2025, 8:15 p.m.
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Noice Gaming Platform Closes Its Doors
The multiplayer gaming and live streaming platform, Noice, has announced its shutdown. Despite securing $21 million in funding in 2023, CEO Tuomas Rinta revealed in a LinkedIn statement that the decision was not unexpected within the company, but he encouraged staff to take pride in their accomplishments. Rinta expressed his sadness in delivering the news to the team, acknowledging the challe…
June 10, 2025, 7:27 p.m.
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Entries Now Open for the 2025 UK GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards
The submission period for the 2025 GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards is now underway, inviting UK-based games companies to participate. The awards process has been refined to reflect the current challenges and priorities of the industry, focusing on key areas such as diversity, employee wellbeing, and corporate social responsibility. Eligible companies include developers, publishers, s…
June 10, 2025, noon
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Apple Introduces Forthcoming Gaming Platform
Apple has introduced a new gaming application, Apple Games, slated for release this fall across all its devices. The announcement was made during the 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference, where it was revealed that the application would integrate the Game Center application with the gaming section of the App Store, and also include a direct link to Apple Arcade, the company's gaming subscriptio…
June 10, 2025, 9:35 a.m.
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SAG-AFTRA Reaches Tentative Deal with Major Game Developers to End Strike
A tentative agreement has been reached between SAG-AFTRA and a coalition of major game studios and publishers, which includes representatives from prominent companies such as Activision, Electronic Arts, and WB Games. The agreement is subject to review and approval by the national board and ratification by the membership council. Once these steps are completed, the specifics of the terms will be …
June 10, 2025, 8:49 a.m.
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Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie Release Pushed Back
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June 10, 2025, 7:15 a.m.
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Former Ubisoft Executives Face Allegations of Systemic Sexism and Abuse
A French court has been hearing testimony from former Ubisoft developers who claim that the company's former executives, including Serge Hascoet, Tommy Francois, and Guillaume Patrux, fostered a culture of sexism and abuse. The allegations include being tied to a chair, forced to perform handstands, and subjected to constant sexual comments and jokes. The trial has also heard reports of executive…
June 9, 2025, 7:38 p.m.
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Doug Jung Tapped as Showrunner for Amazon's Forthcoming Mass Effect Series
Doug Jung, renowned for his work on Star Trek Beyond, has been named showrunner for Amazon Prime's highly anticipated adaptation of Mass Effect. According to Deadline, Jung will also take on the role of executive producer for the project. Currently, Jung is executive producer and showrunner for Apple TV+'s Chief of War, with additional credits in notable series such as Mindhunter, Banshee, and Bi…
June 9, 2025, 9:34 a.m.
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Outer Worlds 2 Becomes First Xbox Game Studios Title to Carry $80 Price Tag
Following Microsoft's announcement of planned price hikes last month, The Outer Worlds 2, developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Xbox Game Studios, is set to be the first Xbox title to hit the market with an $80 price point. Its launch date is slated for October 29, 2025, coinciding with the start of the holiday season. This move aligns with Microsoft's earlier confirmation that con…
June 9, 2025, 8:51 a.m.