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Layoffs Hit Warner Bros Games' San Francisco Studio
Warner Bros. Games has allegedly let go of a number of employees at its San Francisco-based studio. Former staff members have come forward, stating that their positions were terminated due to company-wide layoffs. Tony Perkins, the former director of design, announced last month that his role and entire team would be disbanded by the end of December, attributing the decision to a game's underperf…
Jan. 12, 2026, 2:56 p.m.
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Maxis Reaffirms Commitment to Core Values After $55 Billion EA Acquisition
Following the $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by a consortium of investors, including the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, Maxis has reaffirmed its dedication to its core values. In a recent blog post, the Sims team emphasized that its guiding principles of inclusivity, choice, creativity, community, and play will continue to shape the company's creative vision, unaffected by the c…
Jan. 12, 2026, 9:32 a.m.
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Speedrunning Event Smashes Records with $2.4 Million Charity Haul
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Jan. 12, 2026, 7:54 a.m.
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GameStop to Shutter Hundreds of US Stores Amid Restructuring Efforts
US retailer GameStop is reportedly undergoing a significant restructuring, with hundreds of stores across the country set to close. According to social media reports, as compiled by the GS Closing blog, at least 390 stores have already shut down, with an additional 10 closures pending confirmation. Furthermore, the company's EB Games subsidiary in New Zealand is also facing potential closure, wit…
Jan. 9, 2026, 5:13 p.m.
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Larian Studios Opts Out of Using Generative AI for Concept Art in Upcoming Divinity Game
Larian Studios, the Belgian game development company behind the Divinity series, has announced that it will not utilize generative AI for creating concept art in its upcoming RPG. This decision was made to eliminate any potential controversy surrounding the artwork's origin. In a recent Reddit AMA session, CEO Swen Vincke stated that the company has chosen to refrain from using generative AI in t…
Jan. 9, 2026, 2:56 p.m.
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January 2026 Gaming Industry Appointments: Ubisoft Names Valentine Piedelievre-Eman as Chief Commercial Officer
The gaming industry has seen a series of significant appointments in January 2026. Valentine Piedelievre-Eman has been appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer at Ubisoft, effective February 2, 2026. In this role, she will oversee the development and implementation of the company's global communications and corporate brand strategy, reporting to Cécile Russeil, Executive Vice President of Commun…
Jan. 9, 2026, 11:42 a.m.
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Hooded Horse Refuses to Collaborate with Studios Utilizing Generative AI
Hooded Horse, a game publisher, has announced its decision to cease collaborations with development studios that incorporate generative AI in their workflow. In a statement to Kotaku, CEO Tim Bender expressed that the technology has significantly complicated the publishing process. As part of their contractual agreements with studios, Hooded Horse stipulates that generative AI assets cannot be us…
Jan. 9, 2026, 10:47 a.m.
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Breaking Down Barriers in Game Development: Opportunities Are Scarce, But Success Is Within Reach
Nick Kaman, the co-creator of the indie sensation Peak, believes that while there will always be a market for outstanding games, the opportunities for developers to produce them are becoming increasingly limited. In an interview with Game File, Kaman expressed his concerns about the decline in support for the ecosystem of smaller studios, including publishing and funding. Peak, which launched in …
Jan. 9, 2026, 10:01 a.m.
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DICE Awards 2026: Clair Obscur and Ghost of YĹŤtei Dominate Nominations
The highly anticipated 29th Annual DICE Awards nominations have been unveiled, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yōtei taking center stage. Both titles have secured an impressive eight nominations, including the prestigious Game of the Year category. Notably, actors Jennifer English and Maxence Cazorla received recognition for their outstanding performances as Melle and Esquie in Clai…
Jan. 9, 2026, 9:33 a.m.
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CWA Canada Vows to Take All Necessary Legal Action to Protect Unionized Ubisoft Halifax Employees
CWA Canada has announced its intention to exhaust all available legal avenues in defense of the newly unionized workforce at Ubisoft Halifax, which is slated for closure. In a statement posted on the organization's website, the union expressed concern that the timing of the closure, coming so soon after the formation of a bargaining unit, raises several questions. While acknowledging that it is i…
Jan. 8, 2026, 1:08 p.m.