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IGDA Urges Game Developers to Adopt Sustainable Practices
The International Game Developers Association has issued a statement calling on studio leaders to take proactive measures to minimize unnecessary layoffs. With over 8,700 game developers affected by layoffs this year, the association emphasizes the severe impact on the industry and the need for immediate action. The group expresses concern that the lack of career stability may drive talented indi…
April 11, 2024, 8:15 p.m.
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Twitch Viewership Sees 2% Uptick in March
As reported by StreamElements and Rainmaker.gg in their State of the Stream report, Twitch experienced a 2% growth in viewership during March, totaling 1.8 billion hours watched. This marks an increase from the 1.56 billion hours watched in the same month the previous year. However, daily viewing hours dipped to 57.3 million, continuing a decline observed since the previous month. The top games o…
April 11, 2024, 5 p.m.
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Koei Tecmo Takes Youzu to Court Over Alleged Copyright Infringement
A lawsuit has been initiated by Koei Tecmo against Youzu's Singapore-based subsidiary, citing unauthorized use of copyrighted materials from its Nobunanga's Ambition and Taiko Risshiden franchises in online promotional campaigns. The complaint, filed with the Tokyo District Court on April 8, was discovered by Automation-Media. According to the lawsuit, Koei Tecmo had issued multiple warnings to Y…
April 11, 2024, 3:13 p.m.
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Ascendant Studios Temporarily Lays Off Most Staff Members
Ascendant Studios, the developer behind Immortals of Aveum, has allegedly furloughed a significant portion of its employees. A former staff member shared information about the situation on social media, as reported by Eurogamer. Although the exact number of affected individuals is unknown, it is estimated that around 30 people may be impacted. This news follows the studio's decision to lay off ap…
April 11, 2024, 1:47 p.m.
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FuturLab, Creator of PowerWash Simulator, Joins Forces with Miniclip Group
FuturLab, a renowned UK-based game development studio, has officially become a part of Miniclip, a leading digital entertainment company. As a result of this merger, FuturLab will retain full creative control over its game development and studio operations. Kirsty Rigden, CEO of FuturLab, will continue to lead the development team. "We are thrilled to announce that we have joined the Miniclip fam…
April 10, 2024, 3:12 p.m.
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EA Play Subscription Price Hike Announced
Electronic Arts has confirmed plans to raise the subscription fees for its EA Play service, as reported by GamesIndustry.biz. The monthly cost of the standard EA Play tier will increase from $4.99/£3.99 to $5.99/£5.99, while the annual fee will rise from $29.99/£19.99 to $39.99/£35.99. The EA Play Pro subscription, which offers additional in-game benefits and immediate access to newly released ga…
April 10, 2024, 3 p.m.
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Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch Envisions a Shift in the AAA Model
The current state of the gaming industry has been heavily impacted by recent troubles, with a quieter release slate than expected for the remainder of the year. According to Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch, this is not only due to the industry's downsizing but also due to inherent flaws in the AAA model. Karch believes that the AAA model is poised for a change, driven by factors such as risin…
April 10, 2024, 2:42 p.m.
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Kenshi by Lo-Fi Games Reaches 2.3 Million Units Sold
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April 10, 2024, 1:29 p.m.
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Motive Studio Joins Forces with EA to Develop Upcoming Battlefield Game
In a strategic move, Electronic Arts has enlisted the expertise of Motive Studio to collaborate on the development of the next Battlefield installment, alongside renowned studios DICE, Criterion, and Ripple Effect. This alliance is set to enhance the gaming experience, leveraging Motive's proven track record in creating captivating narratives and immersive battles, as seen in Star Wars: Squadron …
April 10, 2024, 11:23 a.m.
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Blizzard and NetEase Extend Their Partnership
Blizzard Entertainment has signed a renewed publishing deal with NetEase, set to commence this summer. Additionally, Microsoft has formed a partnership with NetEase to release the company's titles on Xbox consoles and other platforms. The two companies had previously collaborated for 14 years before their agreement expired in 2022 due to unsuccessful renewal negotiations. During their initial par…
April 10, 2024, 10:38 a.m.