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EGMNOW Ceases Operations
The video game publication EGMNOW has ceased operations. The news was announced via Twitter by associate editor Michael Goroff, who stated, "I was informed on Monday that EGMNOW is shutting down, resulting in my layoff." The site's editorial team included director Josh Harmon, executive editor Mollie L Patterson, and news editor Matthew Bennett. Although the site's owner has not issued an officia…
Jan. 25, 2023, 9:41 p.m.
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TIGA Launches Industry Placement Initiative
TIGA, a trade association, has introduced a proposed Industrial Secondment Program. This annual program is designed to provide 20 video game educators with the opportunity to gain part-time or full-time experience in game development. By participating in the program, TIGA aims to equip educators with the knowledge to create cutting-edge curricula, ultimately increasing the employability of thei…
Jan. 25, 2023, 3:12 p.m.
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Xbox Revenue Sees 13% Decline in Q2, Offset by Game Pass Growth
Microsoft has reported a decline in Xbox division revenue for the latest quarter, despite overall revenue growth. The company saw a 13% decline in gaming revenues and a 12% decline in Xbox content and services revenues for the three months ended December 31, 2022. However, this was partially offset by growth in Xbox Game Pass subscriptions and a record number of active players. Key figures includ…
Jan. 25, 2023, 12:06 p.m.
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Riot Games Hit by Cyberattack, Exposing League of Legends Source Code
A recent cyberattack on Riot Games has resulted in the theft of source code for League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics, along with access to the company's legacy anticheat platform. Following the attack, the company received a ransom email, which they have stated they will not pay. Fortunately, Riot has confirmed that no player personal information was compromised during the breach. The attack h…
Jan. 25, 2023, 10:27 a.m.
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Justin Roiland Steps Down as Squanch Games CEO
Justin Roiland has officially relinquished his role as CEO of Squanch Games, as announced by the studio behind High on Life in a recent tweet, stating that his resignation was accepted on January 16. Despite this change, Squanch Games has assured continued support for High on Life, released on December 13, 2022, and vowed to develop more games that cater to their fans' tastes. As co-founder of th…
Jan. 25, 2023, 9:47 a.m.
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Washington Post to Discontinue Gaming Section
According to a report by Axios media reporter Sara Fischer, The Washington Post is undergoing a restructuring process that includes layoffs and the discontinuation of its video game section, Launcher. A memo sent by executive editor Sally Buzbee to staff members revealed that twenty newsroom employees will be let go, and thirty vacant positions will not be filled. Although the memo does not expli…
Jan. 24, 2023, 7:59 p.m.
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Tunic and Betrayal at Club Low Top IGF 2023 Nominations
The finalists for the 2023 Independent Games Festival have been announced by Informa Tech, the organizers of the Game Developers Conference. Tunic by Tunic Team and Betrayal at Club Low by Cosmo D Studios are tied for the most nominations, with three each, and are also in the running for the Seumas McNally Grand Prize. The full list of 2023 finalists for each category of the Independent Games Fes…
Jan. 24, 2023, 6:25 p.m.
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Activision Blizzard Secures Win as Unionization Vote Request is Withdrawn
In a significant development, the Communication Workers of America has dropped its request for a unionization vote at Proletariat, dealing a substantial blow to the unionization efforts of Activision Blizzard employees. The union attributes this decision to the confrontational approach adopted by Proletariat CEO Seth Sivak, which allegedly demoralized and disempowered workers, rendering a fair el…
Jan. 24, 2023, 5:33 p.m.
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Microsoft's Bid to Delay Gamer Lawsuit Denied by Judge
A court has rejected Microsoft's attempt to halt a lawsuit filed by gamers that could potentially thwart its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. According to Stephen Totilo of Axios, Microsoft had sought to postpone the case until after the resolution of its separate FTC lawsuit. The preliminary hearing for this suit is now set to proceed as planned on March 23. The lawsuit, which aims to prevent…
Jan. 24, 2023, 5:13 p.m.
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Merriam-Webster Expands Its Gaming Portfolio with Quordle Acquisition
The popular online word game Quordle, similar to Wordle, has been purchased by Merriam-Webster, as reported by Rock Paper Shotgun. The Quordle Twitter account expressed enthusiasm for the acquisition, stating, "We couldn't have asked for a better fit for our game. Exciting updates and features are on the horizon, so be sure to stay tuned." Merriam-Webster has integrated Quordle into its website, …
Jan. 24, 2023, 2:27 p.m.