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Phil Spencer Confirms Game Pass Exclusivity to Xbox
Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, has reaffirmed that Game Pass will remain exclusive to Xbox and not expand to PlayStation or Nintendo Switch. In an interview with Windows Central, Spencer stated that extending the subscription service to competing platforms is not a part of their current plans. This clarification comes after a statement by Xbox CFO Tim Stuart, who mentioned the company's goal of …
Dec. 4, 2023, 9:39 a.m.
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Bandai Namco Refutes Allegations of AI Usage in Latest Naruto Game
Bandai Namco has dismissed speculation that it utilized AI-driven voice technology in its latest anime brawler, Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections. Following reports by IGN, the publisher announced plans to rectify issues with in-game dialogue that had caught the attention of users and voice actors alike. In a statement to IGN, a Bandai Namco representative clarified, "The voice ov…
Dec. 1, 2023, 8:19 p.m.
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Phoenix Labs Reduces Workforce by 34 Employees
Phoenix Labs has undertaken its second round of layoffs this year, as disclosed by former employees on LinkedIn. A spokesperson for the studio confirmed the layoffs to GamesIndustry.biz, stating that the decision was made after a thorough review to restructure support teams, resulting in a reduction of 34 staff members across various departments including publishing, human resources, IT, and shar…
Dec. 1, 2023, 8:15 p.m.
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EA Releases Open-Source Technology for Analyzing Photosensitivity
Electronic Arts has made its innovative photosensitivity analysis technology, known as IRIS, available as an open-source resource. This tool provides developers with the capability to assess their content for potential triggers such as flashing lights or rapidly changing patterns, with the goal of integrating it into the development process from the outset. IRIS has already been successfully test…
Dec. 1, 2023, 7:08 p.m.
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Honkai: Star Rail Crowned Google Play's Top Game of 2023
Google has unveiled its annual lineup of top-rated apps and games, with Honkai: Star Rail being selected as the Best Game of 2023 by Google Play's editorial team. In a separate category, Scopley's Monopoly Go received the User's Choice Game award for the year. Additionally, Poncle's Vampire Survivors was recognized as a standout title in the indie games segment. Other notable mentions include Rot…
Dec. 1, 2023, 5:45 p.m.
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Activision Blizzard's Abandoned Plan for a Mobile Gaming Store
Prior to its acquisition by Microsoft, Activision Blizzard had plans to establish its own mobile gaming store, as revealed by court documents from the Epic Games vs Google antitrust trial. Internal emails and documents from 2019, reported by The Verge, show that the company explored two strategies to strengthen its position in the mobile gaming market. One plan involved creating a mobile storefro…
Dec. 1, 2023, 3:40 p.m.
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CD Projekt Reaches Agreement with Investors Over Cyberpunk 2077 Launch Controversy
CD Projekt has resolved a lawsuit with its investors, who claimed the company provided misleading information about Cyberpunk 2077's quality at launch. The US District Court for the Central District of California granted final approval of the settlement on November 28, marking the end of the legal proceedings, as disclosed in a regulatory announcement by the Polish game developer. The lawsuit, wh…
Dec. 1, 2023, 12:26 p.m.
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Phil Spencer Reveals Xbox's Collaboration with Mystery Partners on Mobile Storefront
According to Phil Spencer, Xbox is collaborating with unidentified partners to establish a mobile store that will compete with the App Store and Google Play. In an interview with Bloomberg, Spencer emphasized the importance of expanding into the mobile gaming market with a dedicated store. He stated, "This is a key aspect of our strategy, and we're actively working on it, not just independently, …
Dec. 1, 2023, 10:54 a.m.
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Krafton and NetEase Reach Settlement in PUBG and Knives Out Dispute
Krafton and NetEase have put an end to their ongoing dispute regarding PUBG and Knives Out. A ruling by a San Mateo Superior Court judge determined that NetEase had indeed violated the terms of their contract with Krafton. However, the court also found that Krafton was unable to provide sufficient evidence to support its claim of $65 million in damages. As a result, the court awarded Krafton an u…
Dec. 1, 2023, 9:41 a.m.
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Introducing a New Initiative to Empower Underrepresented Mobile Game Developers
Games for Change has launched the Diverse Voices, New Stories Challenge, a joint effort with HP and Google Play aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in the mobile gaming sector. The program seeks to provide a platform for creators from underrepresented communities to showcase their work and increase their visibility within the industry. Eligible game developers worldwide can submit thei…
Dec. 1, 2023, 8 a.m.