Gaming
Peter Molyneux Announces Retirement from Game Development After 'Masters of Albion'
Peter Molyneux, a prominent figure in gaming, declares his retirement following the release of his final title, 'Masters of Albion'.
Gaming Industry
Larian Studios Boss Critiques Game Development Trends Amid EA's Challenges
Swen Vincke, head of Larian Studios, remarks on the unsustainable practices in game development as EA prepares to face considerable changes.
Gaming
Ex-God of War Director Issues Caution to Game Publishers
Former director of God of War warns major game publishers against an over-reliance on AAA titles.
Games
Hotel Barcelona by Swery and Suda51 Issues Apology for AI Content Usage
The developers of Hotel Barcelona acknowledge their mistake involving AI in the game and promise to replace it with human-created content.
Gaming
Yakuza Series Growth Attributed to PC Gamers' Enthusiasm
Masayoshi Yokoyama of Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio reflects on how the love for Yakuza 0 among PC gamers has helped expand the series' reach globally.
Games
Treyarch Developer Voices Concerns Over Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Series Fatigue
A senior developer from Treyarch expresses worries about potential fatigue in the Call of Duty series, especially following consecutive Black Ops releases.
Weekly Summary
Weekly Digest: Gaming Highlights and Industry Insights
This week, the gaming world saw several significant announcements, exciting updates, and controversies, highlighting both player engagement and industry dynamics.
Games
Supergiant Games Remains Committed to Hades 2, No Immediate Plans for Hades 3
Supergiant Games' director clarifies the studio's focus on Hades 2 and addresses the prospects of Hades 3.
Development Updates
Supergiant Games Discusses Future of Hades Series
A Supergiant Games director shares insights into the potential fourth installment of the Hades series, hinting that its development is not guaranteed.
FPS
Final Adjustments on Battlefield 6's New Map for Portal Mode
Developers reveal an upcoming blank slate map for Battlefield 6's Portal mode as they finalize its features.
Graphics Cards
Nvidia's Facial Animation Technology to Go Open Source, Simplifying Game Development
Nvidia announces the open-source release of its Audio2Face technology, enabling game developers to create more realistic AI characters with lifelike facial animations.
Games
The Open-World Expansion for Phoenix Point: A New Era for Strategy Gaming
Julian Gollop expresses a desire to continue the Phoenix Point legacy, eyeing a sequel amidst the challenges faced during development.
Gaming
DICE Producer Confident in Battlefield 6's Potential Success Over Battlefield 2042
A developer at DICE expresses optimism about the upcoming launch of Battlefield 6, believing it will surpass Battlefield 2042, thanks to community feedback.
FPS
Challenges of Remastering Legacy Maps in Battlefield 6
Battlefield 6 developers emphasize the complexities involved in remastering older maps such as Operation Firestorm from Battlefield 3.
Gaming
Battlefield 6 Developers Reveal Aim Assist Updates
Details shared by developers shed light on the refined aim assist mechanics for Battlefield 6 as the game approaches its release.
Adventure
Penguin Perspective: A New Take on Lovecraftian Horror
An indie studio known for Umurangi Generation is reimagining Lovecraft's story from the viewpoint of a penguin, with a new trailer showcasing the voice of Disco Elysium's narrator.
Games
Unveiling Subnautica 2's Latest Menacing Leviathan: A Four-Tentacled Horror
The development team behind Subnautica 2 introduces a terrifying new Leviathan that will instill fear in players.
Gaming Industry
Head of Elder Scrolls Online Studio Reflects on Microsoft’s Recent Layoffs: A Tough Time for the Team
The aftermath of Microsoft's severe layoffs impacted Zenimax Online Studios, raising emotional challenges for the team.
Games
Palworld Goes Silent as Pocketpair Prepares for Full Release in 2026
Palworld, after nearly two years in early access, is set for its official launch in 2026, but the developer, Pocketpair, is prioritizing bug fixes over new content for the remainder of 2025.
Games
Vampire Survivors Creator Launches New Publishing Venture
Luca Galante, the mind behind Vampire Survivors, reflects on the gaming industry and his motivations for starting his own publishing company.
