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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Reclaims Top Spot in UK Boxed Charts
The top three best-selling boxed games have undergone a change this week, with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe reclaiming the number one position. A price promotion has contributed to this shift, causing Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga to drop to 24th place with a significant 77% decline in sales, as reported by GfK. Grand Theft Auto 5 has secured the second spot with a slight 1% increase in sales. FIFA 2…
Aug. 21, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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David Vonderhaar Leaves Treyarch After 18-Year Tenure
After nearly two decades of service, David Vonderhaar has bid farewell to Treyarch, the renowned Call of Duty development studio. In a LinkedIn post, Vonderhaar announced his departure, revealing that he has embarked on a new, undisclosed project that presents a "rare and unique opportunity." As of August 2023, his LinkedIn profile lists his current role as a game designer at an unnamed company. …
Aug. 21, 2023, 9:07 a.m.
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Hi-Rez Studios Revises Voice Actor Policy on AI Usage
Hi-Rez Studios, the company behind the popular game Smite, has revised its voice actor contract policies, specifically addressing the use of artificial intelligence technology. In a social media announcement, CEO Stewart Chisam introduced the updated policy while addressing concerns that the studio was using AI to replicate voice work without permission. The revised contract language now states t…
Aug. 18, 2023, 9:08 p.m.
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Embracer Group Sees 47% Increase in Net Sales for Q1
Embracer Group has released its Q1 financial results, showcasing notable growth in net sales across most operating segments. Key highlights for the period ending June 30, 2023, include: - Net sales of SEK 10.5 billion ($947 million), representing a 47% year-on-year increase - PC and console games segment: SEK 4 billion ($364 million), up 74% year-on-year - Mobile segment: SEK 1.4 billio…
Aug. 18, 2023, 4:12 p.m.
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DDM Reports Weakest First-Half Gaming Investments Since 2016
According to Digital Development Management's latest report, the second quarter saw a decline in gaming industry investments, mergers, and acquisitions. The first half of the year has been the weakest since 2016, with investments dropping 34% to $676 million and the number of deals decreasing by 14% to 127. Notably, blockchain gaming investments were severely impacted, plummeting 38% to $243 mill…
Aug. 18, 2023, 3 p.m.
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Embracer Moves Forward After Collapse of $2 Billion Deal
Embracer Group is looking to put the failed $2 billion partnership behind them, with CEO Lars Wingefors stating that the deal is now in the past and the company has taken matters into its own hands. During the company's latest earnings call, Wingefors was questioned by investors about the potential collaboration with an unnamed partner that was initially announced in May. At the time, Wingefors e…
Aug. 18, 2023, 2:33 p.m.
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Sega Completes Acquisition of Rovio Entertainment
Sega has officially finalized the acquisition of Rovio Entertainment, the renowned creator of the Angry Birds franchise. The announcement was made by Sega through its social media channels, expressing enthusiasm for the new partnership. "We are delighted to welcome Rovio to the SEGA Group family and look forward to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead," stated Sega. The acquisition, value…
Aug. 18, 2023, 1:59 p.m.
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Roblox Faces Allegations of Enabling Underground Gambling Network for Minors
A lawsuit has been filed against Roblox, alleging that the company has created an environment conducive to illegal gambling activities, thus violating federal laws. The lawsuit, filed in the Northern District of California, claims that children have incurred financial losses by utilizing the platform's digital currency, Robux, on external gambling websites. The plaintiffs accuse Roblox of unfair …
Aug. 18, 2023, 1:48 p.m.
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Exploring the Future of AI in Gaming with Mitu Khandaker
The Playable Futures Podcast concludes its series with a thought-provoking discussion between Will Freeman and Mitu Khandaker, CEO and Co-Founder of Glow Up Games, about the role of AI in shaping the future of gaming. As a former Creative Partnerships Director at Spirit AI, Khandaker brings valuable insights into the potential of AI to enhance game development. The conversation delves into the po…
Aug. 18, 2023, 1:08 p.m.
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Take-Two Forces Shutdown of AI-Powered GTA 5 Mod
Take-Two has successfully shut down a Grand Theft Auto 5 mod that utilized generative AI, according to the mod's creator. The removal was initiated after the publisher filed a DMCA takedown notice, resulting in the Sentient Streets mod being taken down from the Nexus Mods platform and a gameplay video being removed from YouTube. The mod's developer, known as Bloc, stated that they were not contac…
Aug. 18, 2023, 10:26 a.m.