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Director Jon M. Chu Set to Helm Film Adaptation of Split Fiction

A film adaptation of Hazelight Studios' critically acclaimed game Split Fiction is reportedly in the works, with Jon M. Chu, known for directing Wicked, at the helm and Sydney Sweeney, star of Euphoria, attached to star and serve as an executive producer. According to a report by Variety, the screenplay will be penned by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, the creative minds behind the screenplays for…

April 25, 2025, 9:16 a.m.

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Hogo Games Secures $5 Million in Latest Funding Round

Hogo Games, a Türkiye-based game development studio, has successfully raised $5 million in its most recent funding round. The investment, led by Red Axe Games and supported by a group of angel investors, was reported by Gamigion. The funds will be utilized to support the development of two new PC titles. Founded in 2022 by CEO Ahmet Çetinli, Hogo Games specializes in creating hypercasual mobile g…

April 25, 2025, 7:49 a.m.

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Intel Announces Plans for Significant Workforce Reduction

Intel has officially confirmed that it will be implementing a significant reduction in its workforce, starting in the second quarter of 2025. The decision, announced by CEO Lip-Bu Tan, aims to streamline the company's operations and remove unnecessary bureaucracy. According to Tan, the layoffs are part of a broader effort to refocus the company on engineering and simplify its organizational struc…

April 25, 2025, 7:10 a.m.

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Apple Hit with $568m EU Fine for Restricting Third-Party Payment Options on App Store

The European Union has imposed a fine of $568.6 million on Apple for non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act. According to reports, Apple violated EU laws by disallowing App Store apps from referencing or linking to alternative payment methods, effectively forcing developers to share 30% of their revenue with the company. The European Commission stated, "App developers using Apple's App Store…

April 24, 2025, 7:33 p.m.

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Steam Introduces New Accessibility Tags for Inclusive Gaming

To improve the gaming experience for players with disabilities, Steam has introduced a new set of accessibility tags. These tags allow developers to provide detailed information about the accessibility features of their games, such as adjustable difficulty levels, customizable text sizes, color options, and audio descriptions. A new questionnaire is now available in the Steamworks platform, enabl…

April 24, 2025, 3:46 p.m.

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Introducing Wombo Games, a New Studio Founded by IO Interactive Co-Founder

Wombo Games, a newly established game development studio led by Janos Flösser, co-founder of IO Interactive and former Chief Creative Officer at Square Enix, has officially announced its launch. Based in Copenhagen, the studio's inaugural title, Raiders of Blackveil, is slated for release on Steam Early Access this summer. Described as a unique blend of genres, Raiders of Blackveil combines eleme…

April 24, 2025, 1:19 p.m.

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Twitch Dominates Global Game Streaming in 2024 with Over 60% Market Share

Twitch has unveiled its first-ever gaming-specific data, offering a glimpse into its viewership and engagement metrics for 2024. Notably, the platform accounted for more than 60% of the global live gaming streaming audience, with viewers tuning in for over 15.6 billion hours of content. Additionally, Twitch averaged over 105 million monthly visitors last year. Grand Theft Auto 5 retained its posi…

April 24, 2025, 12:05 p.m.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders in Japan Exceed Availability, Causing Expected Shortages

Demand for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan has far exceeded the available stock, prompting the company to issue a warning about potential shortages. According to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, a staggering 2.2 million people in Japan have applied for the console's pre-order lottery, greatly surpassing the number of units available. This overwhelming demand is likely to leave a significant n…

April 23, 2025, 7:49 p.m.

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Phasmophobia Achieves 3 Million Console Sales Milestone

April 23, 2025, 7:24 p.m.

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Jason Citron Steps Down as Discord CEO After a Decade

Jason Citron, the co-founder and CEO of Discord, has relinquished his position after a decade at the helm of the popular gaming and communication platform. His successor, Humam Sakhnini, formerly the president of King and vice chairperson of Activision Blizzard, will assume the role of CEO starting April 28. Citron will remain on the board, transitioning into an advisory capacity to the new CEO. …

April 23, 2025, 6:53 p.m.