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Next-Gen Steam Deck to Offer Significant Upgrade as Original Model Reaches Multi-Million Sales
Valve has reaffirmed its dedication to the Steam Deck, with plans to launch a next-generation model that will represent a substantial leap forward. The company is set to release an OLED version of the handheld PC, demonstrating its commitment to continuous improvement. According to hardware designer Yazan Aldehayyat, Valve has achieved its goals with previous hardware initiatives, but the Steam D…
Nov. 14, 2023, 10:10 a.m.
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Game Awards 2023 Nominations Unveiled, Led by Alan Wake 2 and Baldur's Gate 3
The Game Awards 2023 nominees have been announced, with Alan Wake 2 and Baldur's Gate 3 each receiving eight nominations. Both games are contenders for Game of the Year, alongside other notable titles such as Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Resident Evil 4, Super Mario Bros Wonder, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Insomniac Games' Spider-Man 2 garnered seven nominations, while Super Mario Br…
Nov. 14, 2023, 10:03 a.m.
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Neowiz Makes Strategic Investment in Blank Game Studios
Neowiz has revealed a $17 million investment in Blank Game Studios, a Polish game development company, securing a 21% stake in the process. The studio was founded by industry veterans Mateusz Kanik, Mikołaj Marchewka, Jędrzej Mróz, and Marcin Jefimow, who have notable backgrounds, including work on Cyberpunk 2077. Kanik, the game director of Cyberpunk 2077, Marchewka, formerly CEO of Rookiez, Mró…
Nov. 13, 2023, 8:57 p.m.
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Amazon Downsizes Gaming Division by 180 Positions
Amazon Games has undergone a significant restructuring, resulting in the loss of 180 jobs within its gaming workforce. Sources close to the matter, as reported by Aftermath, indicate that the decision impacted employees working on the Crown Channel and those responsible for game growth. Amazon has confirmed the layoffs, which include the entire team behind the Amazon-backed Twitch channel, Crow…
Nov. 13, 2023, 7:43 p.m.
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Blizzard Loses a Legend: Samwise Didier Announces Retirement
Veteran senior art director Samwise Didier has revealed his decision to retire from Blizzard Entertainment, marking the end of an era for the company. With a tenure spanning over three decades, Didier has been an integral part of the developer's team since 1991 and is notably credited with conceptualizing the Warcraft franchise name, drawing inspiration from his Dungeons and Dragons character. Di…
Nov. 13, 2023, 6:46 p.m.
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Protecting Young Players: Join Our Upcoming Webinar for Game Developers
This upcoming webinar, presented in collaboration with GamesIndustry.biz, Modulate, and the Tech Coalition, will delve into strategies for preventing harm to children in online gaming environments. The 'Play Safe, Play Smart' webinar, set to take place on December 7th, is now open for free registration. During the one-hour session, participants will gain insights into: Key Safety Measures for…
Nov. 13, 2023, 4:22 p.m.
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Meta Partners with Tencent for Exclusive VR Headset Sales in China
Meta has entered into an exclusive agreement with Tencent, enabling the Chinese conglomerate to become the sole distributor of Meta's VR headsets in China. According to The Wall Street Journal, this partnership will facilitate Meta's re-entry into the Chinese market, 14 years after it was previously excluded. The arrangement, scheduled to take effect in late 2024, is subject to modification. Unde…
Nov. 13, 2023, 4 p.m.
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UKIE and Amiqus Introduce Empower Up, a Comprehensive Online EDI Resource
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Nov. 13, 2023, 12:16 p.m.
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Nick Poole Appointed as UKIE's New Chief Executive Officer
The UK Interactive Entertainment trade body has confirmed Nick Poole as its incoming CEO, effective April 1, 2024. Poole, who currently serves as CEO of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals, will take the reins from interim co-CEOs Sam Collins and Dan Wood. He succeeds Jo Twist, who departed UKIE to become CEO of the British Phonographic Industry. With eight years of e…
Nov. 13, 2023, noon
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Larian Studios and Baldur's Gate 3 Dominate the Golden Joystick Awards
Baldur's Gate 3 emerged as the top winner at the recent Golden Joystick Awards, claiming six notable awards, while its developer, Larian, was honored with the Studio of the Year award. The ceremony, which marked the first in-person event since 2019, took place in London and recognized the most exceptional and popular video games, as voted by millions of players worldwide. Baldur's Gate 3 received…
Nov. 13, 2023, 11:01 a.m.