Gaming Industry
Microsoft Aims for Ambitious 30% Profit Margins in Xbox Division
Recent workforce reductions and studio closures at Microsoft reflect a push for unrealistically high profit margins in the gaming sector.
Gaming Industry
Ubisoft Develops Strategy to Minimize Layoff Terminology with New Transition Program
Ubisoft introduces a voluntary career transition program amid restructuring efforts that may lead to layoffs at their studios.
Gaming
MindsEye Controversy Deepens as Former Employees Claim Poor Management and Unpaid Overtime
The fallout from the launch of MindsEye continues as ex-employees voice concerns about mismanagement, lack of direction, and crunch culture.
Gaming
'A Threat to Creative Expression and Social Progress': Advocacy Groups Respond to Roblox's New 'Sensitive Issues' Label
Advocacy groups express concerns over Roblox's decision to implement a new 'sensitive issues' label for community-generated content.
Gaming Industry
Netflix Offers Up to $840,000 for New Director of Generative AI Amid Gaming Industry Layoffs
Netflix is looking for a Director of Generative AI for its gaming division, offering a significant salary as the industry faces widespread layoffs.
Gaming Industry
Experts Weigh In on EA's $55 Billion Buyout
Analysts discuss the implications of EA's recent acquisition and its potential impacts on the gaming industry.
Fighting
Dan Forden, the Voice Behind 'Toasty!' in Mortal Kombat, Departs NetherRealm After Over 30 Years
Dan Forden concludes his notable tenure at NetherRealm after shaping the Mortal Kombat series for decades.
Disco Elysium
ZA/UM Studio Forms Union in the UK: A Bid for a Seat at the Management Table
Disco Elysium's developer ZA/UM has successfully formed a union, seeking to foster collaboration with management.
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.
Gaming News
Comments from Former FTC Chair on Xbox Game Pass Price Increase
The former chair of the FTC discusses the implications of the recent Xbox Game Pass price hike and its relation to industry consolidation.
Gaming Industry
Layoffs Follow Record Success for Funcom's Dune: Awakening
Despite being Funcom's biggest release in over three decades, Dune: Awakening leads the company to layoffs.
Gaming
Anonymous BioWare Staff Brace for Layoffs Following EA's $55 Billion Buyout
BioWare employees express concerns about job security amidst EA's recent acquisition.
Gaming Industry
Avalanche Studios to Close Liverpool Location Amid Staffing Cuts
Avalanche Studios has announced the closure of its Liverpool studio and layoffs in Malmö and Stockholm, citing industry challenges.
BioWare
Ex-BioWare Writer Analyzes EA-Saudi Deal and Fears for the Studio's Future
In light of EA's recent $55 billion buyout backed by Saudi investments, a former BioWare lead writer expresses concern over the implications for the storied RPG studio.
Business Affairs
EA CEO Asserts Company Values Will Stay the Same Despite New Ownership
Andrew Wilson emphasizes that Electronic Arts' commitment to its players will persist following their acquisition by a Saudi-backed consortium.
Action
MindsEye's Launch Reaction Left Its Lead Actor Questioning His Career
After the disastrous launch of MindsEye, Alex Hernandez, the lead actor, feared it could end his gaming career.
Gaming Industry
Former Xbox Executive Discusses the Dilemma of Game Pass's Impact on Sales
Insights from former Xbox VP Pete Hines on how Game Pass affects game sales, highlighting the example of Hi-Fi Rush.
Gaming Industry
Firaxis Games Announces Layoffs Amidst Development Changes for Civilization 7
In a move focusing on restructuring, Firaxis Games has confirmed layoffs tied to the ongoing challenges with Civilization 7's performance.
Gaming
Firaxis Games Faces Staffing Cuts
Firaxis Games, known for the Civilization series, has laid off multiple employees amid ongoing restructuring in the gaming industry.
Gaming
RuneScape CEO Stands Firm on Decision to Cancel Pride Events
Jagex's CEO defends the removal of Pride Month celebrations in RuneScape, citing a need for political neutrality amid rising controversies.
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