Square Enix Pursues AI Automation, Cuts Overseas Staff
Square Enix partners with University of Tokyo to boost AI-driven automation. Company targets 70% QA automation by 2027, enacts global…
Amazon Ends New World Updates as Gaming Strategy Shifts
Amazon will end New World updates but servers remain live until 2026. The company shifts focus after struggling to surpass…
EA Faces Questions After $55 Billion Saudi-Backed Buyout
EA faces scrutiny after a $55 billion Saudi-backed private buyout. Concerns rise over debt, creative control, and diverse representation. Public…
Cosplayers Fill London’s MCM Comic Con and EGX With Creative Energy
London’s MCM Comic Con and EGX showcased innovative cosplay approaches. Community inclusivity encouraged participation from newcomers and veterans alike. Cosplay…
Rockstar Reflects on Agent’s Challenges and Direction
Rockstar had difficulties aligning Agent’s spy theme with open world gameplay. Dan Houser detailed development challenges and genre incompatibilities in…
Halo MMO Project Faces Cancellation Amid Profit-Driven Decisions
The Halo MMO project was canceled due to financial strategy decisions. Ensemble Studios’ closure sparked debate on Xbox's business direction.…
Rockstar Games Faces Union-Busting Allegations After Mass Firings
Rockstar Games faces union-busting accusations after dismissing dozens of staff. The company claims the firings were for misconduct, not union…
Nintendo Faces Patent Setback as Palworld Dispute Continues
Nintendo's patent claim was rejected due to lack of inventive step. Pocketpair may use this outcome in its defense against…
Tim Cain Calls Out Game Industry for Failing to Lower Prices
Tim Cain criticized gaming’s lack of digital savings for consumers. Manufacturing and distribution costs dropped, but prices remained high. Future…
Wordle Players Confront the Word ‘Abhor’ on Halloween Puzzle
Wordle’s October 31 word was “ABHOR.” Hints focused on synonyms and word structure. The game continues to blend accessibility with…
