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Toys for Bob reportedly inks Microsoft deal after gaining independence
It has been reported that Toys for Bob has entered into a partnership with Microsoft subsequent to its separation from the company last month. As per Windows Central, the studio has secured an agreement with Xbox to fund its upcoming title as an independent entity. The developer behind Crash Bandicoot and Spyro had previously indicated its intention to explore potential partnerships, as stated …
March 25, 2024, 10:10 a.m.
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Overwatch 2 Developers Receive No Profit-Sharing Bonuses
This month, the developers of Overwatch 2 will not receive any profit-sharing bonuses, with their bonus targets set at 0%. According to a report by Bloomberg, it is unusual for Blizzard Entertainment employees to not receive a profit-sharing bonus. The bonus is tied to the financial performance of the company's products and is paid out twice a year. The fact that Overwatch 2 developers are not…
March 22, 2024, 8:02 p.m.
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Capcom Tops Metacritic's 2023 Game Publisher Rankings
For 2023, Capcom secured the top position in Metacritic's publisher rankings, achieving an average Metascore of 84.5. The company's highest-rated title was the Resident Evil 4 Remake for PlayStation 5, which garnered a critic score of 93. According to Metacritic, Capcom's success can be attributed to the widespread critical acclaim for its latest Resident Evil remake, as well as the release of ot…
March 22, 2024, 4:15 p.m.
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Layoffs Hit IGN Creators Guild, Prompting Union Response
A recent round of layoffs has resulted in the departure of three IGN staff members who were part of the IGN Creators Guild. The union expressed surprise at the layoffs, which affected producer Francesca Rivera, video producer Jesse Gill, and senior editor Joshua Yehl, in a social media post on March 19. According to the union, the decision was made without any economic necessity and without prior…
March 22, 2024, 3:25 p.m.
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Sony Sets Up Production Line for PlayStation 5 Discs in Latin America
Sony has initiated the production of physical copies of PlayStation 5 games in Latin America through a newly established assembly line. According to a report by VGC, this production line is situated in the Manaus Free Economic Zone in northern Brazil, an area that offers tax incentives to businesses operating within it. The Brazilian facility has a history of producing game discs for previous Pla…
March 22, 2024, 2:01 p.m.
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US Government Takes Apple to Court Over Antitrust Concerns and Cloud Gaming Restrictions
The US Department of Justice has initiated a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging the company's engagement in monopolistic practices and violation of antitrust laws in the smartphone market. The lawsuit, filed in the US District of New Jersey, claims that Apple has imposed unfair restrictions on developers, with its stance on cloud gaming being a significant factor. According to the la…
March 22, 2024, 12:29 p.m.
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France Achieves Record-Breaking €6.1 Billion in Gaming Revenue for 2023
France's video game market reached an unprecedented high, generating €6.1 billion in consumer spending on games products in 2023, according to a recent report by the French games trade body SELL. The console segment accounted for 52% of the market's total value, exceeding €3 billion and experiencing a 24.1% year-over-year increase. The resolution of supply chain issues for the PlayStation 5 and X…
March 22, 2024, 11:55 a.m.
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Renowned Game Developer Shinji Mikami Establishes New Studio
According to recent reports, Shinji Mikami, the founder of Tango Gameworks, has embarked on a new venture by launching a studio named Kamuy. The discovery was made when the website for the upcoming game Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered listed Mikami as one of its creators, with a bio mentioning the establishment of Kamuy. At present, details about the new studio are scarce, and Mikami ha…
March 22, 2024, 10:32 a.m.
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Velan Studios Undergoes Restructuring, Anticipating Staff Reductions
Velan Studios has initiated a reorganisation process, confirming that job losses are probable due to a project cancellation by an external partner, which has hindered the studio's ability to sustain its current workforce of 121 employees. A social media statement revealed that 46 team members have been notified of potential layoffs within a 60-day period. The studio expressed its commitment to s…
March 22, 2024, 9:32 a.m.
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Kotaku's Editor-in-Chief Departs Amid Shift in Editorial Focus
Jen Glennon, the editor-in-chief of Kotaku, has reportedly left her position due to a change in the publication's editorial direction, as mandated by its parent company, G/O Media. According to sources, this new direction involves focusing on game guides at the expense of news reporting. In her resignation letter, Glennon expressed strong disagreement with this strategy, stating that it is 'misgu…
March 21, 2024, 7:24 p.m.