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Unveiling the Latest Nordic Game Speaker Lineup, Featuring Planet of Lana Developers
The Nordic Game conference, scheduled to take place from May 26 to 29 at Slagthuset in Malmö, has announced its latest lineup of speakers, including a debut AI Track. As an official media partner, GamesIndustry.biz is proud to be a part of this event. Adam Stjärnljus and Klas Eriksson, the masterminds behind Wishfully and the creators of Planet of Lana, will delve into the game's 30-year developm…
March 25, 2026, 4 p.m.
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Reforged Studios Expands Its Portfolio with Acquisition of Headup Games
Reforged Studios has finalized the acquisition of Headup Games, the publisher behind the acclaimed title Super Meat Boy 3D. The terms of the deal have not been publicly disclosed. Fortunately, the acquisition will not result in any job losses, and Headup's existing team will continue to operate unchanged. For Reforged, this move represents a crucial step in bolstering its publishing capabilities …
March 25, 2026, 2:28 p.m.
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Everplay, Parent Company of Team17, Sees 10% Profit Surge in 2025
Everplay, the parent company of Team17 Digital, has released its comprehensive financial report for 2025, highlighting steady revenue and a notable 10% increase in gross profit. The company, which rebranded from Team17 Group in June and welcomed Mikkel Weider as CEO in January 2026, has detailed its financial performance. Key takeaways include: revenue of £166 million, remaining flat year-on-year…
March 25, 2026, 1:19 p.m.
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Nacon Subsidiaries Enter Insolvency Proceedings
Four subsidiaries of Nacon, including Spiders, Kylotonn, Cyanide, and Nacon Tech, have begun insolvency proceedings. According to reports by Game Developer, these Paris-based studios have started reorganisation proceedings at the Lille Métropole Commercial Court. The studios are known for their work on notable franchises: Spiders with Gredfall, Kylotonn with World Rally Championship, and Cyan…
March 25, 2026, 11:14 a.m.
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Sony Shuts Down Dark Outlaw Games, a First-Party Studio
Sony has announced the closure of Dark Outlaw Games, a first-party studio for PlayStation. The studio was founded by Jason Blundell, a veteran developer who previously worked at Treyarch, in March 2025. At the time of its closure, the studio was working on a project that had not been publicly disclosed. In a statement to PC Gamer, Sony confirmed the decision, citing the need for "strategic adjust…
March 25, 2026, 8:29 a.m.
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Epic Games Undertakes Major Restructuring with Over 1,000 Job Cuts Amid Declining Fortnite Engagement
Epic Games has initiated a significant restructuring effort, resulting in the layoffs of more than 1,000 employees. This decision comes on the heels of a notable decline in engagement with Fortnite, leading to substantial overspending by the company. In a staff note, CEO Tim Sweeney emphasized the necessity of these cuts to maintain the company's financial footing. Sweeney stated that the layoffs…
March 24, 2026, 3:03 p.m.
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UK Game Development Sector Experiences Record Decline
The UK's game development industry is witnessing an unprecedented downturn, with employment rates plummeting by 4.5% year-over-year. According to TIGA's report, 491 companies reduced their full-time workforce by 3,655 between May 2024 and September 2025, while 513 growing studios added 2,751 new jobs. The total workforce decreased from 28,516 to 27,347 during this period, despite a growth in free…
March 24, 2026, 11:46 a.m.
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Capcom Rules Out Use of Generative AI Assets in Games
Capcom has reaffirmed its position on the use of generative AI, confirming that it will not incorporate AI-generated assets into its video games. During a recent shareholder meeting, as reported by Automaton, the company stated its intention to utilize the technology to boost productivity and efficiency in the game development process. To achieve this, Capcom is currently experimenting with vario…
March 24, 2026, 9:44 a.m.
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Nintendo Reduces Switch 2 Production Due to Disappointing Holiday Sales
Following underwhelming holiday sales, particularly in the United States, Nintendo has allegedly scaled back production of the Switch 2. Sources indicate that the company intends to manufacture four million units this quarter, a decrease from the initially planned six million. This reduced production volume is expected to continue into April. The console's sales failed to meet Nintendo's expectat…
March 24, 2026, 8:40 a.m.
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Jest Games Fund Offers Support to Game Developers for RCS Messaging Ecosystem
Jest, a pioneering marketplace for messaging apps utilizing SMS and RCS protocols, has introduced the Jest Games Fund. This initiative aims to support game development studios creating games tailored for the RCS messaging ecosystem, with the goal of publishing these games on Jest's platform. Successful applicants can receive funding without relinquishing equity or transferring intellectual proper…
March 23, 2026, 9:16 p.m.