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Rebellion’s Jason Kingsley Discusses the Potential for Evil Genius 3

Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley expresses fondness for the Evil Genius franchise while pondering its future in game design.

Games

Director Reveals Transformations in Doom: The Dark Ages Weaponry

In a recent interview, key figures behind Doom: The Dark Ages discussed the significant changes in the game's arsenal.

News

The Chronicles of Balatro: From Obsession to Acclaim

A deep dive into the journey of the indie card game Balatro, detailing its origins, developer's experiences, and the unexpected success following its release.

Strategy

Firaxis Announces Modder Sukrit Tan's Involvement in Civilization 7 Development

Firaxis has welcomed notable modder Sukrit 'Act' Tan to its team, stirring excitement among fans eager for enhancements in Civilization 7.

News

Rockstar Acquires Video Games Deluxe to Enhance Future Projects

Rockstar Games has taken over the Australian studio Video Games Deluxe, focusing on enriching their game offerings, including the acclaimed Grand Theft Auto series.

Action RPG

Eternal Strands Developer Addresses Physics-Based Gameplay Concerns

The developer of Eternal Strands explains the rationale behind its character movement mechanics in a recently unveiled roadmap.

News

Director of Mario + Rabbids Seeks Future Collaboration with Nintendo

Davide Soliani expresses his desire to collaborate with Nintendo again after years in game development.

Industry

Inzoi Director Transitioning from MMOs to Life Sims Inspired by Son

Hyungjun Kim shares the emotional reasons behind his shift from developing MMORPGs to creating life simulation games.

News

Balatro's New Card Pack Marks Indie Gaming's Latest Craze

The Friends of Jimbo card pack demonstrates a significant trend in the gaming industry, with well-known developers contributing to Balatro's expansion.

News

Release Date Announced for the Upcoming Puzzle Game by Unpacking Developer

The next game from the Unpacking developer, Witch Beam, is set to launch soon, with a free demo available now.

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Obsidian's CEO Discusses Studio Growth Amid Game Releases

Obsidian Entertainment's CEO Feargus Urquhart shares insights about the studio's expansion and their recent success in releasing multiple games.

News

How Skyrim's Balance Was Personally Tweaked by Jeff Gardiner Just Before Release

Jeff Gardiner discusses the last-minute balancing changes he made to Skyrim, addressing issues with AI simulation inaccuracies.

RPG

Avowed Risked a Troubled Development, Yet Emerged as an Impressive RPG

The anticipated RPG from Obsidian faced several challenges during its development, including a shift from co-op multiplayer to single-player, yet it has been met with positive reception.

News

Skyrim Development Revelations: Tiny Ants Caused Major Game Slowdowns

A former Bethesda producer reflects on the surprising issues caused during Skyrim's development, including pesky ants casting shadows.

News

Game Developers Respond to Teens' Shift Away from Romance in Storytelling

Recent research indicates that today’s youths prefer narratives focused on friendships rather than romance.

News

Director of Monster Hunter Wilds Encourages Players to Unveil Secrets Themselves

The Game Director of Monster Hunter Wilds highlights the importance of organic discovery in gameplay, as the game edges closer to its release.

News

Delta Force Developer Focuses on Gameplay Over Military Politics

The Chinese developer behind Delta Force emphasizes their goal of delivering enjoyable gameplay rather than making political statements regarding the U.S. military.

News

New Studio by Just Cause Creator Faces Layoffs Amid Game Development Challenges

Liquid Swords, the studio founded by Christofer Sundberg, is dealing with layoffs as it continues work on its first game due to shifting market conditions.