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PlayStation Introduces Simplified Beta Testing Initiative
Sony has unveiled a novel beta program designed for PlayStation enthusiasts. According to a recent blog post, this initiative aims to provide a more straightforward and unified method for players to enroll in upcoming beta tests. Prospective participants are required to register only once, after which they can indicate their interest in testing games that align with their preferences. The p…
March 6, 2025, 10:51 a.m.
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Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Leads the Pack in BAFTA Game Awards 2025 Nominations
The nominees for the 2025 BAFTA Game Awards have been unveiled, with Ninja Theory's Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 taking the lead with 11 nominations across various categories, including the coveted Best British Game. The Chinese Room's Still Wakes the Deep follows closely with eight nominations, including recognition in the performance categories, Best British Game, and the New Intellectual Property…
March 6, 2025, 10:08 a.m.
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UK's New Online Safety Law Forces Shutdown of 20-Year-Old Browser Game
A free-to-play text-based MMO browser game, Urban Dead, is set to close just before its 20th anniversary due to the UK's newly introduced Online Safety Act. According to a statement from developer Kevan Davis, the law poses a significant threat to solo web projects like Urban Dead, as it applies to all social and gaming websites with user interaction and imposes substantial fines. Davis expressed…
March 5, 2025, 10:19 p.m.
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European Investment Fund Commits $20 Million to Boost Nordic Gaming Industry
The European Investment Fund has allocated $21 million to enhance game development in Nordic countries, including Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. The funds, granted to Behold Ventures, will support emerging game developers across the region. With the EU gaming industry generating $25 billion in revenue in 2022 and experiencing rapid growth, the EIF aims to address funding gaps and …
March 5, 2025, 10:01 p.m.
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Ballistic Moon, Developer of Until Dawn Remake, Shuts Down Operations
Reports have emerged that Ballistic Moon, the studio behind the Until Dawn remake, has effectively shut down. This news comes after the studio announced a major downsizing in September 2024, with the goal of securing its future. However, sources close to the matter have revealed that the situation is more dire, with multiple rounds of layoffs leaving only the founders and a few remaining staff me…
March 5, 2025, 9:35 p.m.
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Sony Implements Staff Reductions at Visual Arts and PS Studios Malaysia
According to recent reports, Sony's Visual Arts and PS Studios Malaysia have experienced significant staff cuts. An undisclosed number of employees at Visual Arts were reportedly let go, with their last day at the company set for March 7. These layoffs allegedly affected developers who were working on a live-service game that was recently cancelled by Bend Studios. Additionally, PS Studios Malays…
March 5, 2025, 2:07 p.m.
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Coal Supper's Comedy Game Wins Top Honor at UKIE Video Game Awards 2025
In a night of celebration, Coal Supper's comedy game, Thank Goodness You're Here, emerged victorious as the UK Game of the Year at the UKIE Video Game Awards 2025, also taking home the award for best PC game. Other notable winners included Ustwo Games' Monument Valley 3 for best mobile game and Studio Gobo's Lego Horizon Adventures for best console game, as well as Soul Assembly's Just Dance 2 VR…
March 5, 2025, 1:06 p.m.
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Jam City Offloads Ludia to Canadian Investors
In a significant development, Jam City has revealed the sale of Ludia, a prominent Montreal-based mobile game developer, to a consortium of Canadian investors and key members of Ludia's management team. This transaction encompasses the sale of the studio as well as its diverse portfolio of game titles. According to Jam City, the sale was the result of a compelling offer, despite not being activel…
March 5, 2025, 10:20 a.m.
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Acclaim Revitalized Under New Leadership with CEO Alex Josef
The 1990s game publisher Acclaim has been rebooted, with a team of seasoned industry professionals aiming to support independent game developers and revive classic game franchises. At the helm is CEO Alex Josef, formerly the founder and CEO of Graffiti Games, who intends to provide independent studios with essential resources such as funding, marketing, and public relations support. To facilitate…
March 5, 2025, 8:36 a.m.
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Mobile Game Developers Criticized for Perpetuating Harmful Stereotypes in Advertisements
A recent report has accused mobile game developers Microfun, Nanobit, and Magic Tavern of promoting damaging stereotypes and violence against women in their advertising campaigns. The report, featured on Sky News, highlights the use of misogynistic tropes in advertisements for match-3 puzzle games, including Project Makeover, Gossip Harbor, and Hollywood Story, to attract players in the UK. These…
March 4, 2025, 9:24 p.m.