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Conflict Between BioWare's Dragon Age and Mass Effect Teams Uncovered by Former Writer
Insight into internal tensions at BioWare reveals a lack of cooperation between the teams behind Dragon Age and Mass Effect.
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'Create an Outstanding Game': Sloclap Challenges the Free-to-Play Model
Sloclap, the developer behind the martial arts game Sifu, announces its new 5v5 football game Rematch, priced at $30, refuting the notion that online games must be free-to-play.
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Semiwork's Bold Move with REPO: A Shift in Game Development
After its prior game, Voidigo, fell flat, Semiwork adopted an innovative strategy with REPO, aiming for quick failure to ensure future success.
Gaming
Doug Bowser Discusses AI's Role in Game Development
Nintendo's President asserts that while AI can aid game development, the artistry of developers remains irreplaceable.
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Former Developers of Awesomenauts Complete Their Project, Free for the First Day
Nubs!: Arena is a free multiplayer brawler launching soon, developed by alumni from the bankrupt Ronimo Games.
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Transforming Animalkind: From Survival Challenge to Corgi Mech Town-Builder
A closer look at how Animalkind shifted its genre focus during development to embrace a more creative, cottagecore experience.
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Why Arkane's Abandoned Half-Life 2 Ravenholm Project Impacted Its Future
Arkane's future was shaped by their cancelled Half-Life 2 spinoff, alongside an influential mentor.
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Game Jam Sparks Creativity with Oblivion's Unusual Persuasion Wheel
A recent game jam inspired by Oblivion's lackluster persuasion wheel has led indie developers to produce innovative and quirky game concepts.
RPG
Metaphor: ReFantazio's Combat Evolution Nearly Compromised the Game
Atlus experimented with a new combat system in Metaphor: ReFantazio, aiming to simplify turn-based gameplay and reduce grind, but faced significant development challenges.
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Concerns Arise Over Schedule 1's Game Title as Developer Weighs Impact on Success
The lone developer behind the hit drug-themed simulation game Schedule 1 expressed worries about its name potentially hindering audience reach.
Games
Dev Responds to Layoff by Creating Game Centered Around Revenge on Corporate Giants
A game developer channels their frustration into creating 'Vindefiant', where players take on the role of a vengeful ex-employee.
RPG
Leaked Details of Canceled Disco Elysium Spin-Off Reveal Unique Gameplay with Cuno and Cunoesse
Insights into a scrapped Disco Elysium expansion have surfaced, illustrating a gameplay experience through the eyes of Cuno and Cunoesse.
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'You must have played this before!': Balatro's founder wows crowds with skills at GDC, remaining unidentified
At GDC, an elusive game developer known as LocalThunk impresses onlookers with his gameplay, maintaining a low profile.
Gaming
Dwarf Fortress Dwarves Represent the Human Experience, Says Creator
An insightful conversation with Tarn Adams about the unique characteristics of dwarves in Dwarf Fortress at GDC 2025.
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Take-Two CEO Unfazed by AI-Generated Game Trends: 'True Hits Are Created from Innovation'
The CEO of Take-Two Interactive, Strauss Zelnick, expresses skepticism towards AI-created games and emphasizes the need for creativity in game development.
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SAG-AFTRA Opens Door for Student Game Developers Amid Ongoing Strike
SAG-AFTRA introduces waivers that allow game actors to participate in student projects and game jams during their strike for AI protections.
RPG
Exploring Avowed's Development and Its Original Magical Gag
The game Avowed retains an explosive gag reminiscent of Elder Scrolls, ensuring a unique introduction to its spellcasting mechanics.
Game Development
Ex-Bethesda Developer Shares Lessons from Fallout 76's Controversial Launch
A former Bethesda artist reflects on his decision to leave the gaming giant, citing the harsh online reception of Fallout 76 as a key factor.
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Inzoi Developers React to Controversial Gameplay Feature Involving Children
Krafton has addressed a recent gameplay bug in Inzoi that allowed players to run over children, describing it as highly inappropriate and quickly issuing a patch to rectify the issue.
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Former Bethesda Developer Shares Thoughts on Starfield Workflow Challenges
A former developer discusses the workflow at Bethesda during the development of Starfield, highlighting the restrictions and comparing it to the creative freedom during earlier projects.
