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Elder Scrolls Online Shifts to Smaller Seasons, Unrelated to Microsoft Layoffs
The Elder Scrolls Online developer, Zenimax Online Studios, has clarified that the recent transition to smaller seasonal expansions is not a direct response to Microsoft's layoffs and team downsizing. In a recent interview, executive producer Susan Kath emphasized that the decision to adopt a seasonal model was made at least 12 to 14 months ago, with the team already working towards this goal. Ka…
Jan. 19, 2026, 6:13 p.m.
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ÂŁ200,000 Fund Introduced to Boost UK's XR Development in Film, Television, and Gaming
A £200,000 creative development fund has been unveiled by the Belfast XR Festival to bridge a significant gap in the UK's immersive media landscape. According to Amplify:XR Labs, this project aims to support under-represented producers from diverse backgrounds and regions, offering paid development opportunities, travel and accommodation coverage, and dedicated accessibility support. Backed by th…
Jan. 19, 2026, 4:43 p.m.
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Rockstar North Resumes Operations Following Boiler Issue
Update: 15:40, 19/1: A representative from Rockstar has stated that the Edinburgh studio is now 'open and operational' after the fire department responded to an incident at the offices earlier in the day. According to the spokesperson, 'There was a malfunction in one of the heating boilers at Rockstar North early on Monday morning.' The spokesperson expressed gratitude to those who showed concern…
Jan. 19, 2026, 3:44 p.m.
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Oxalis Games Shifts Focus for Moonfrost, Abandons Web3 and NFTs
In a significant change of direction, indie game developer Oxalis Games has announced that it will no longer be incorporating web3 and NFTs into its upcoming cosy RPG, Moonfrost. Instead, the studio will focus on releasing the game as a premium, handcrafted title, with a planned launch on Steam and the Epic Games Store. This shift in strategy coincides with a change in leadership, as Gina Nelson …
Jan. 19, 2026, 12:20 p.m.
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Former Head of Assassin's Creed Franchise Takes Ubisoft to Court Over Alleged Unfair Dismissal
A lawsuit has been filed by former Assassin's Creed franchise lead Marc-Alexis Côté against Ubisoft, seeking CAD $1.3 million in damages and severance pay. According to reports by CBC Radio Canada, Côté claims he was constructively dismissed from his position. This comes after Ubisoft announced his 'voluntary departure' last October, which Côté disputes, stating that the decision to leave was not…
Jan. 19, 2026, 12:18 p.m.
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Veteran BioWare Developer Mark Darrah Speaks Out in Defense of Anthem
Mark Darrah, a 24-year veteran of BioWare, has come to the defense of the studio's decision to venture into multiplayer gaming with Anthem. In a conversation with Destin Legarie, Darrah addressed recent comments suggesting that BioWare should have stuck to single-player RPGs, arguing that the studio has always been evolving. Darrah, who left BioWare in 2021, pointed out that the developer's histo…
Jan. 19, 2026, 11:32 a.m.
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Valve Eases AI Disclosure Rules on Steam
Valve has updated its AI disclosure policy on Steam, now only requiring developers to reveal AI usage when it's used for generating in-game or marketing content. This includes disclosing AI-created assets and describing them in a text description. Additionally, developers must disclose if their game produces AI content on its own. However, Valve has relaxed its rules regarding AI use in the devel…
Jan. 19, 2026, 10:14 a.m.
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Takes Top Honors as Game of the Year at the 2026 New York Game Awards
The 15th Annual New York Game Awards saw Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 receive the prestigious Game of the Year award. The game, developed by Sandfall Interactive, also secured a second award for Jennifer English's outstanding performance as Maelle in the Best Acting category. Other notable winners include Dogubomb's Blue Prince, which took home the Best Indie Game award, and Poti Poti Studio's Thi…
Jan. 19, 2026, 9:03 a.m.
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Activision Blizzard Faces Probe by Italian Regulatory Body Over Aggressive Monetization Practices in Diablo Immortal and Call of Duty Mobile
The Italian Competition Authority, Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (AGCM), has initiated an investigation into Activision Blizzard's monetization strategies for Diablo Immortal and Call of Duty Mobile. According to the authority's website, the game developer has been accused of employing "misleading and aggressive practices" in its in-app purchase offerings, thereby infringing up…
Jan. 16, 2026, 4:06 p.m.
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Valve Announces More Flexible Game Verification Process for Steam Machine
Valve has revealed that the verification process for games on its upcoming Steam Machine platform will be less restrictive than that of the Steam Deck. According to designer Lawrence Yang, developers can expect to have more freedom with the Steam Machine Verified scheme, which is set to launch soon. Yang noted that if a game is verified on the Steam Deck, it will also be verified on the Steam Mac…
Jan. 16, 2026, 2:45 p.m.