Business
Bandai Namco's Workforce Faces Cuts Amid Industry Challenges
Recent reports indicate Bandai Namco has let go of over 100 employees, reflecting broader struggles in the gaming industry.
Gaming Industry
Harrison Ford Praises Troy Baker on AI Concerns in the Gaming Industry
Ford expresses confidence in human talent over AI as he praises Troy Baker's performance as Indiana Jones.
Events
E3 Event Organizers Unveil New iicon Conference Exclusively for Industry Leaders
The Entertainment Software Association has revealed a new exclusive event called iicon, aimed at connecting industry executives and fostering innovative discussions.
Gaming Industry
Iron Galaxy Cuts 66 Jobs for Long-Term Survival
Iron Galaxy announces layoffs as part of a strategic effort to ensure the studio's future amid ongoing industry challenges.
Hardware
AMD Achieves Record $25.8 Billion Revenue in 2024 Driven by Data Center Growth
AMD's financial performance in 2024 highlights a significant increase in data center revenue, overshadowing the decline in its gaming sector.
Gaming Industry
The Creative Team Behind Mythic Quest Discusses Comedy Amid Layoffs
Key figures from Mythic Quest reflect on the challenges of blending humor with the ongoing layoffs in the gaming industry.
Game Updates
Warner Bros. Confirms Final Season for Multiversus; Offline Play Will Continue
Warner Bros. Games has announced that the upcoming fifth season will be the last for the game Multiversus, although players can still enjoy offline play afterward.
Game Development
Warhammer RPG Project in Unreal Engine 5 Canceled After Three Years
A Warhammer live service RPG, developed using Unreal Engine 5, has been canceled following significant staff layoffs.
Gaming
In 2024, Fortnite Paid Out Over $352 Million to Creators, with Many Surpassing Seven Figures
Fortnite creator ecosystem's financial breakdown reveals significant earnings for players in 2024, highlighting the game’s massive impact.
Gaming Industry
Electronic Arts Reports Poor Performance of Dragon Age and EA Sports FC 25
Electronic Arts has significantly reduced its revenue expectations for its 2025 fiscal year due to underwhelming sales of Dragon Age: The Veilguard and EA Sports FC 25.
Gaming Industry
Ted Price Steps Down as Insomniac's Leader After 30 Years in Gaming
Insomniac Games' founder Ted Price announces retirement, noting it’s time for new leadership to take the reins.
Announcements
Tekken Director Clarifies Intentions Amid Job Openings on LinkedIn
Katsuhiro Harada, the director of Tekken, addresses rumors regarding his potential departure from Bandai Namco after activating LinkedIn's job-seeking feature.
Gaming Industry
'Success in the Gaming Industry Can't Be Planned': Former PlayStation Executive Critiques Live Service Projects
In a candid interview, Shuhei Yoshida, the former head of PlayStation, reflects on Sony's strategies concerning live service games and their inherent risks.
Gaming Industry
New Insights Reveal PC Games Surpass Console Sales in a Distressed Market
A recent report highlights how PC gaming is thriving compared to the stagnant console market.
Game Development
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Writer Shares Thoughts on Disappointing Ending
Mark Cecere, the writer behind Deus Ex titles, expressed disappointment over the ending of Mankind Divided, stating it feels unfinished and suggests the villain was underdeveloped.
Gaming Industry
Shocking Allegations of Abuse Surface at Brandoville Studios Linked to Major Game Titles
A recent report reveals disturbing claims of mistreatment and financial exploitation at Brandoville Studios, the Indonesian support studio involved in high-profile game projects.
Gaming Industry
Piranha Games to Cut Jobs Following Underwhelming Performance of Mechwarrior 5: Clans
Piranha Games is set to lay off employees after its latest game, Mechwarrior 5: Clans, failed to meet sales expectations. Additionally, Toadman, the studio behind EvilVEvil, will be shutting down.
Gaming Industry
Square Enix Unveils New Anti-Harassment Initiative for Worker Protection
In response to rising fan abuse, Square Enix launches a stringent anti-harassment policy to safeguard its employees and partners.
Gaming News
Nintendo's Game-Key Cards: A Necessity for Game Preservation, Says Ex-Capcom Developer
Masakazu Sugimori, a former developer from Capcom, defends Nintendo’s new Game-Key Cards against claims of greed, arguing that they serve a crucial role in protecting the gaming industry.
Gaming News
BioWare Executive Highlights EA's Issue with 'Nerdy' Dragon Age Series
Former BioWare producer Mark Darrah discusses challenges in how EA perceives 'Dragon Age: Origins' as a mainstream title.
