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Splitgate Development Comes to a Halt as 1047 Games Unveils New Project
In a recent announcement, 1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, revealed that it is ceasing updates for the game and shifting its focus towards a new project. According to the studio, the new title will be set within the same universe as Splitgate and will offer similar gameplay, all while being free-to-play. The decision was made public via Twitter, where 1047 Games explained that it is en…
Sept. 2, 2022, 9:25 p.m.
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Meta Expands VR Presence with Acquisition of Haptic Technology Firm Lofelt
Meta continues to strengthen its position in the virtual reality sector with the acquisition of Lofelt, a Berlin-based company focused on haptic technology for VR experiences. According to a recent report by the Wall Street Journal, Meta has confirmed that members of the Lofelt team have joined the company. Lofelt was previously involved in developing haptic tools for mobile and PlayStation 5 gam…
Sept. 2, 2022, 8:29 p.m.
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Following a $1 Billion Quarterly Loss, Sea Ltd. Suspends Projects and Reduces Workforce
In the wake of a substantial $1 billion loss reported in its latest quarterly financial results, technology giant Sea Ltd. has announced the cessation of its gaming livestream service and the closure of various projects currently in development, as reported by Reuters. Sea Ltd. is also the parent company of Garena, a prominent Singapore-based game development and publishing studio, known for titl…
Sept. 2, 2022, 8:22 p.m.
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Microsoft Vows to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation Beyond Current Agreement
Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to making Call of Duty available on PlayStation, should its acquisition of Activision Blizzard be approved. According to The Verge, Xbox head Phil Spencer sent a letter to his counterpart at PlayStation, Jim Ryan, earlier this year, outlining Microsoft's intention to keep the popular shooter series on the rival platform. This commitment ensures that Call of…
Sept. 2, 2022, 7:58 p.m.
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Lockwood Publishing to Reduce Workforce by 15%
Lockwood Publishing, a games company, is expected to cut 15% of its workforce by the end of the day, as reported by The Gamer. Current and former employees have revealed to the publication that 34 roles are at risk of being made redundant. This move comes nine months after the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) accused Lockwood of unlawfully firing 33 staff members. CEO Halli Bjor…
Sept. 2, 2022, 5:35 p.m.
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Time's Running Out: Only Two Weeks Left to Enter the Best Places To Work Awards Canada
The deadline for submitting your entry for the 2022 GamesIndustry.biz Canada Best Places To Work Awards is rapidly approaching, with just two weeks remaining to complete your application. Given the time required to finish the awards process, interested parties are advised to sign up without delay. The awards are open to all Canadian games companies, encompassing developers, publishers, service pr…
Sept. 2, 2022, 1:55 p.m.
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Steam Removes Domina Following Developer's Anti-Trans Remarks
Warning: Transphobic content The management simulation game Domina has been removed from Steam after its developer, Dolphin Barn Interactive, used the platform to express anti-trans sentiments. A post on the game's Steam page announced a name change to Dominus, referring to Domina as its 'former name,' and included a paragraph that mocked the trans community by referencing the 'change' in the t…
Sept. 2, 2022, 11:19 a.m.
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Riot Games and Take This Introduce Mental Health Resources for Underrepresented Creators
Riot Games has collaborated with the non-profit organization Take This to launch a mental health support program tailored for players and content creators from marginalized backgrounds. The partnership, which began with a grant from Riot Games in May, has led to the development of a comprehensive program aimed at addressing the unique mental health needs of streamers and their communities. A seri…
Sept. 2, 2022, 9:42 a.m.
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Global Player Spending for League of Legends: Wild Rift Exceeds $750 Million
According to Data.ai, League of Legends: Wild Rift has accumulated over $750 million in global player expenditure. The game achieved this revenue milestone approximately two years after its release on the Apple App Store and Google Play. In terms of lifetime player spending by region, China is the largest revenue contributor. Notably, the game's global player spending increased sevenfold followin…
Sept. 1, 2022, 9:54 p.m.
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Pokémon Company Takes Chinese Game to Court Over Copyright Infringement
The Pokémon Company has initiated legal action against several Chinese companies, alleging that their mobile game infringes upon its copyrights. According to a report by the South China Morning Post, one of the defendants, Jiangyin Zhongnan Heavy Industries Co, recently disclosed the lawsuit in a stock exchange filing. The Pokémon Company has petitioned the Shenzhen Intermediate People's Court to…
Sept. 1, 2022, 2:58 p.m.