Microsoft Cuts Jobs, Raises Prices After Activision Blizzard Merger
Microsoft laid off thousands after acquiring Activision Blizzard. Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass prices increased twice. The FTC’s…
The Protomen Deliver Long-Awaited Act 3 After 16 Years
The Protomen release Act 3 after a 16-year development period. The album rolls out episodically, with two tracks currently available.…
Microsoft Raises Xbox Game Pass Price and Tests Free Ad-Supported Streaming
Microsoft increased Xbox Game Pass prices by up to 50%. Free, ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming allows limited streaming access. Some…
Netflix Seeks GenAI Director to Boost Gaming Push
Netflix offers high pay for a Director of GenAI for Games role. The company faces scrutiny for layoffs alongside AI…
Wordle Players Tackle “SPASM” in October 3 Puzzle Challenge
Wordle's October 3 puzzle answer was "SPASM." Players faced clues about “misbehaving muscles” to solve it. The game maintains consistent…
Private Equity Firms Acquire EA for $55 Billion, Shifting Industry Dynamics
The $55 billion EA buyout alters industry power structures significantly. Analysts expect a focus on existing successful franchises under new…
ZA/UM Workers Form Union as Studio Prepares Zero Parades Launch
ZA/UM forms the Workers' Alliance union after internal company changes. Management gives voluntary recognition, allowing open staff-management dialogue. Upcoming titles…
Larian Boss Criticizes Fast, Costly Game Development Trends
Vincke critiques rapid, profit-driven shifts in game production strategy. EA’s buyout and Game Pass price hikes draw industry-wide concern. Larian’s…
Capcom Veteran Criticizes Palworld as Nintendo Lawsuit Continues
Pocketpair faces a lawsuit from Nintendo over Palworld’s similarities to Pokémon. Industry legend Yoshiki Okamoto publicly criticized the game and…
Industry Experts Warn Massive EA Buyout May Trigger Layoffs
EA faces uncertainty after a $55B leveraged buyout. Analysts warn of likely layoffs and studio closures. Long-term creative ambitions may…
