Microsoft Supports Creative Risk at Double Fine but Faces Criticism for Layoffs
Microsoft champions creative freedom for studios like Double Fine and Obsidian. Layoffs and profit goals raise concerns for employee security…
Microsoft Demands Higher Xbox Profits and Cuts Studios
Microsoft pushes Xbox to reach above-average profit margins amid industry decline. Layoffs and studio closures accelerate as part of new…
Warner Bros. Discovery Pursues Sale After Receiving Outside Interest
Warner Bros. Discovery explores sale after multiple unsolicited offers. Company proceeds with plan to separate cable from studio-streaming units. Any…
Wordle Engages Players as “Drill” Challenges on October 23
Wordle's October 23 answer is "DRILL," drawing a wide player response. Hints focused on repeated letters, one vowel, and "D"…
Ubisoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts as Studio Realigns Focus
Ubisoft Massive offers voluntary career transition with financial and career support. Key franchises like The Division series remain in active…
Players Roll Through History in Once Upon a Katamari Release
Once Upon a Katamari revives the series with time-travel and new gadgets. Gameplay remains accessible while introducing settings spanning global…
Wordle Engages Millions With New Puzzles and Strategic Play
Wordle maintains popularity with simple rules and new daily puzzles. Players benefit from studying patterns and selecting versatile starter words.…
Scalpers Target Game Developers With Fake Nier Reincarnation Signatures
Game director Yoko Taro warns of fake Nier Reincarnation OST autographs online. Nearly half of resold autographs are counterfeit, according…
Western Publishers Weigh Smaller Games as Costs Soar
Major Western publishers face pressure to adopt smaller-scale game development. Independent games highlight the demand for creative, fun experiences. Cost…
Wordle Prompts Players to Guess “DETOX” on October 21
Wordle chose “DETOX” as its October 21, 2025 answer. No letters were repeated; the solution contained two vowels. Hints and…
