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California Introduces New Law Requiring Digital Stores to Clarify Ownership Rights
A recently enacted California law mandates that digital storefronts inform customers that they do not retain ownership of their digital purchases. Enacted on September 24, this legislation applies to all digital storefronts, including those offering video games. It prohibits the use of terms like "buy" and "purchase" when selling digital goods, unless it is explicitly stated that customers are l…
Sept. 27, 2024, 10:32 a.m.
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EA to Discontinue The Simpsons: Tapped Out
Electronic Arts has revealed that it will be discontinuing The Simpsons: Tapped Out. The news was announced via a Facebook post, stating that in-app purchases are no longer available and the game will be delisted from app stores on October 31, 2024. Players who have already downloaded the game can continue playing until January 24, 2025. EA expressed its gratitude to players and partners, includi…
Sept. 27, 2024, 8:55 a.m.
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Tabor Passes the $20 Million Milestone in Revenue
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Sept. 26, 2024, 6:18 p.m.
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Poncle, Developer of Vampire Survivor, Establishes Publishing Division
Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivor, has announced the launch of its publishing division. During a presentation at Game Republic's Pitching to Investors and Publishers event in Liverpool, the team emphasized their intention to operate differently from traditional publishers, instead acting as a supportive label or fund to empower game developers. The publishing arm will provide financial b…
Sept. 26, 2024, 6:09 p.m.
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Southeast Asia Sees 53% Surge in Gaming Time Following Post-Pandemic Decline
The average weekly gaming time in Southeast Asia has experienced a significant 53.2% year-over-year increase in 2024, according to Niko Partners' latest SEA-6 Gamer Behaviour and Market Insights Report. This growth follows a substantial decline in 2023, which was largely attributed to changes in consumer behavior after the pandemic. The report, which covers six key markets including Indonesia, Ma…
Sept. 26, 2024, 12:32 p.m.
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Indie Publisher Merge Games Shuts Down After 15-Year Run
After a decade and a half in operation, Merge Games has announced its closure, coming on the heels of a recent round of staff reductions and office shutdown. The independent game publisher, known for releasing titles such as Dead Cells and Darkest Dungeon, shared the news through a social media statement. Founded as a small startup 15 years ago, Merge Games grew into a 22-person team, publishing …
Sept. 26, 2024, 11:56 a.m.
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French Ubisoft Employees Encouraged to Strike Over Office Return Policy
A strike has been called for Ubisoft's French workforce in response to the company's decision to enforce a return to office policy. The French video game workers union, STJV, is behind the call to action, which follows Ubisoft's announcement that staff will be required to work from the office at least three days a week. The union claims this decision was made without consulting workers' represent…
Sept. 26, 2024, 11:08 a.m.
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October 15 Marks the Release Date for Meta Quest 3S
Meta has officially announced that its latest Meta Quest 3S device will be available starting October 15. The device will come in two storage options: a 128GB version priced at $300 and a 512GB version at $400. Key features of the new hardware include enhanced battery life and performance capabilities on par with its predecessors. The purchase price also includes Quest-exclusive Batman: Arkham Sh…
Sept. 26, 2024, 10:01 a.m.
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Gris Reaches Milestone of 3 Million Sales
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Sept. 26, 2024, 9:32 a.m.
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Mountaintop Studios Announces Staff Reduction of 13 Employees
Mountaintop Studios has made a strategic decision to downsize its workforce by 13 positions. The studio behind Spectre Divide stated that this move is essential to ensure the game and its community receive adequate support in the long run. Having launched Spectre Divide as a free-to-play title just a few weeks ago on September 3, the game currently holds a mixed user review score on Steam. In a s…
Sept. 26, 2024, 9:17 a.m.