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New Funding Initiative Unveiled by Creative UK to Boost North East England's Creative Sector
Creative UK has introduced a novel funding programme aimed at supporting game development companies and other creative ventures in North East England. The initiative, developed in collaboration with the North East Combined Authority, is known as the North East Shared Success Fund. It targets small and medium-sized enterprises situated in Northumberland, Newcastle, and North Tyneside. Eligible bus…
Aug. 30, 2024, 8:57 a.m.
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Remedy Partners with Annapurna to Co-Fund Control 2 and Bring Control and Alan Wake to Screen
In a significant move, Annapurna has partnered with Remedy to co-fund the development of Control 2, with a 50% investment in the project. This partnership also grants Annapurna the rights to adapt both the Control and Alan Wake series into film and television productions. As part of Remedy's strategy to self-publish certain titles, this deal ensures that Remedy will retain full IP rights to both …
Aug. 29, 2024, 4:20 p.m.
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Games Done Quick Announces New Ownership Structure
The ownership of Games Done Quick, a prominent speed running organization, has been formally transferred to its director of operations, Matt Merkle. This development follows the decision by founder Mike Uyama to step down from his role last year. As the new majority owner and managing director, Merkle will continue to oversee the company's operations, working closely with a leadership team that i…
Aug. 29, 2024, 3:03 p.m.
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Harry Potter: Magic Awakened Announces Closure
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Aug. 29, 2024, 1:50 p.m.
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Argonaut Games Revives Publishing Arm After 20-Year Absence
Following a two-decade hiatus, Argonaut Games has reemerged as a boutique publisher, kicking off its revival with a remastered version of Croc: Legend of the Gobbos for consoles and PC. Initially released in 1997, this classic game marks the beginning of a series of re-releases and new titles, showcasing both retro and modern gaming experiences. Established in 1982 by Jez San, Argonaut is renow…
Aug. 29, 2024, 1:38 p.m.
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Bungie Terminates Former Marathon Reboot Director Chris Barrett Amid Misconduct Allegations
According to a report, Chris Barrett, the former director of the Marathon reboot, was let go by Bungie earlier this year following an investigation into claims of inappropriate behavior towards female coworkers. The report, which cites at least eight women from the studio, claims that Barrett sent them a barrage of texts that blurred the lines between his professional and personal relationships. …
Aug. 29, 2024, 11:13 a.m.
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Relic Hunters Legend Shifts from Free-to-Play to Paid Model for Long-Term Viability
Rogue Snail has revealed that Relic Hunters Legend is transitioning from a free-to-play to a paid model. This change comes after the studio's separation from Gearbox Publishing, which led to the developer reclaiming the game's rights. As a self-published title, Rogue Snail aims to create a more sustainable business model. Alongside the shift away from free-to-play, the game will also become avail…
Aug. 29, 2024, 11:04 a.m.
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CD Projekt Sees Profits Soar by Almost 90% Following Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Success
CD Projekt has reported a substantial surge in sales and profits for the first half of 2024, as indicated by its latest financial reports. The company's sales saw a 30.7% increase from PLN 324.2 million ($84 million) to PLN 424.8 million ($109 million) compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, its net profit rose to PLN 170 million ($43 million), marking an 88.7% year-on-year increase fro…
Aug. 29, 2024, 9:23 a.m.
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Take This Mental Health Charity Faces Imminent Closure
The Take This mental health charity is on the verge of shutting down, according to a statement from clinical director Raffael Boccamazzo. In a recent blog post, Boccamazzo revealed that the charity, which focuses on the gaming community, must raise $80,000 by the end of September to avoid ceasing operations by the end of 2024. Earlier this year, executive director Eve Crevoshay disclosed the char…
Aug. 29, 2024, 8:31 a.m.
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Spiders Studio Workers Plan Strike Amid Allegations of Mismanagement
Original story, August 27, 2025: Employees at the French game development studio Spiders have announced plans for a strike, citing years of alleged mismanagement and poor working conditions. A letter signed by 44 out of 95 staff members details issues including low wages, lack of transparency, and a significant gender pay gap. The strike, set to take place on September 2 and 3, follows a failed m…
Aug. 29, 2024, 7:59 a.m.