Game Development
Valve's Contemplation of a Second Game Before Half-Life
Exploring Valve's early ideas for a second game and the insight from co-founder Monica Harrington on the potential risks of a 'B title'.
Gaming Industry
Half of Cyan Worlds' Staff Laid Off Amid Industry Challenges
Cyan Worlds, the studio behind the iconic games Myst and Riven, faces major layoffs as it navigates the tough landscape of game development.
Games
Publishers Express Concern Over Grand Theft Auto 6's Launch Stress
Major publishers are anxious about the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6, fearing its launch could disrupt their own game schedules.
Gaming Industry
Crystal Dynamics Cuts Workforce by 17 to Align with Business Needs
Crystal Dynamics announces layoffs affecting 17 employees amid ongoing projects like the Tomb Raider reboot.
Gaming Industry
Gabe Newell's Early Vision for a Non-Gaming Social Network
Discover how Gabe Newell envisioned a social network outside the gaming industry in the late '90s, according to insights from Valve's co-founder Monica Harrington.
Culture
The Fascinating Persona of Gabe Newell: Insights from a Former Valve Executive
Exploring Gabe Newell's leadership style and the unique atmosphere he nurtured at Valve.
Game Development
How Shadow of Mordor's Unique Nemesis System Came to Be
Explore the origins of the nemesis system from Shadow of Mordor, influenced by second-hand sales concerns in the gaming industry.
Gaming Industry
Samantha Béart Critiques AI in Gaming Industry
Actor Samantha Béart expresses concerns over AI's growing role in game development, particularly its impact on artistic integrity.
Gaming Industry
Valve's Digital Rights Management Inspired by a Family Member's Mischief
An intriguing story from a Valve executive reveals how a casual family gift led to significant changes in the company's piracy prevention measures.
Gaming Industry
Microsoft Resurrects Its Link to Steam by Unexpectedly Revealing a Game Launching App
Microsoft has made strides to reconnect with Steam, as evidenced by an accidental leak of a new application designed for launching Steam games via Xbox.
Games
Former Grand Theft Auto Designer Discusses 'Open World Fatigue'
Cameron Williams, a designer formerly associated with Grand Theft Auto 6 and Red Dead Online, shares insights on the challenges of player exploration in open-world games.
Gaming Industry
Valve's Marketing Strategy: A Key Move to Secure Half-Life Rights
During the 2025 Game Developer's Conference, Valve's former CMO revealed the company's tough stance on retaining rights to their iconic game, Half-Life.
Games
Hasbro's Layoffs Affect D&D Virtual Tabletop Project Sigil Over Unrealized Revenue Streams
Recent layoffs at Hasbro highlight the struggles of the D&D virtual tabletop project, Sigil, as it failed to carve out a strong monetization strategy.
Gaming
Johan Pilestedt Discusses the Importance of Game Fundamentals Over Features
In a recent talk, Arrowhead Games' CCO Johan Pilestedt emphasized the significance of focusing on core gameplay fundamentals instead of merely adding features.
Gaming
Nearly 92% of PC Gamers Prefer Playing Older Titles as Community Grows to 908 Million
A recent survey reveals that a significant majority of PC gamers dedicate their gaming time to older titles, showcasing the enduring popularity of such games.
Gaming News
Ubisoft Implements Anti-Harassment Strategy for Assassin's Creed Shadows Developers
Ubisoft has established a plan aimed at protecting developers from harassment related to the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows amidst ongoing outrage.
Game Development
Jason Blundell Launches New PlayStation Studio, Dark Outlaw Games
The former co-head of Treyarch and director of Black Ops 3 has started a new chapter with Dark Outlaw Games.
Gaming Industry
Real Aloy Voice Actor Ashly Burch Expresses Concern Over AI Technology
Ashly Burch, the voice of Aloy in Horizon, expresses her worries about AI technology impacting the gaming industry.
Gaming Industry
Ubisoft Negotiates with Tencent for New Business Entity to Oversee Assassin's Creed and More
Ubisoft is in talks with Tencent to create a new business entity for managing its premier franchises like Assassin's Creed.
Gaming Industry
Neil Newbon Reflects on Voice Acting for Baldur's Gate 3 and Its Evolution
Neil Newbon shares insights on the evolution of voice acting in the gaming industry following his success with Baldur's Gate 3.
