In a recent controversy that set the gaming world ablaze, the Steam Curator group ‘”Sweet Baby Inc Detected” found itself at the center of a heated debate between gamers and gaming journalists. The group, created by Brazilian gamer Kabrutus, aims to inform consumers about games that have been influenced by DEI ideology during their development […]
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Former Epic Games Executive Says Nintendo Blocked Metroid’s Samus Aran from Appearing in Fortnite
In the ever-evolving world of video games, collaborations between iconic franchises have become increasingly popular. Epic Games’ Fortnite is one such platform that has been at the forefront of these crossovers. However, Nintendo did not want to comply when it came to Metroid and Samus Aran. The battle royale game has featured characters from various […]
Pokémon GO Avatar Update Causes Backlash Against Niantic As Players Are Upset by Loss of Choice for Sake of Hollow DEI “Inclusivity”
Pokémon GO developer Niantic has once again angered its dedicated player base with nonsensical changes that seem to serve no purpose beyond chasing fickle diversity trends. The latest update replaces the classic avatar creator with a severely limited system that strips away player choice and customization options under the guise of “inclusivity.” Rather than expand […]
GTA 6 Producer Take-Two Interactive Cans Hundreds Of Game Devs And Scraps Several Unannounced Video Games
Take-Two Interactive Software, the publisher behind blockbuster video game franchises like Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption, announced major layoffs and project cancellations this week as part of a cost-cutting plan. Approximately 5% of Take-Two’s workforce, around 600 employees, will lose their jobs. Additionally, several unannounced games that were in early stages of development […]
Keanu Reeves Joins Sonic the Hedgehog 3 as Shadow the Hedgehog
The upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie has cast Keanu Reeves as the voice of the popular character Shadow the Hedgehog, according to multiple sources. This high-profile casting choice builds anticipation for the sequel, set to be released on December 20, 2023. Keanu Reeves is one of Hollywood’s most beloved and bankable stars, known for […]
Black Girl Gamers Doubles Down On Canceling Of Gothix From Their Twitch Community
Black Girl Gamers, the polarizing consultation company and Facebook group that was created exclusively for black women, has recently found itself at the center of a multitude of controversies. After publicly sharing their support for fellow DEI consulting company, Sweet Baby Inc, Black Girl Gamers has since tried to silence That Park Place over their […]
Indy Game Corp ‘Ascendant Studios’ Lays Off Nearly Half Its Employees After Immortals of Aveum Sales Disappoint
Ascendant Studios, the California-based video game developer founded by Call of Duty programmer Bret Robbins, has laid off approximately 45% of its employees just weeks after the launch of its debut title Immortals of Aveum. The studio had employed over 100 people as of April 2023 before letting go around 40 staff members in a […]
Capcom Localization Controversy Highlights Video Game Consumer Frustration with Another DEI Overreach
Japanese video game developer and publisher Capcom recently made a controversial announcement regarding their localization efforts for games released outside of Japan. Localization, the process of adapting a product for a specific market, is common practice across the industry. However, Capcom’s stated approach has drawn criticism from fans and consumers. The backlash highlights growing tensions […]
EA Motive Shifts to Battlefield While Dead Space 2 Remake Rumors Get Shut Down
EA Motive, the studio behind 2023’s critically-acclaimed Dead Space remake, has shifted resources to assist with development on the next Battlefield game. To achieve this ambitious vision, a team from EA Motive led by Dead Space’s creative director Roman Campos-Oriola and executive producer Philippe Ducharme will collaborate with studios Criterion, DICE, and Ripple Effect. While […]
Microsoft’s Next-Gen Console Going “Full Speed Ahead” For A 2028 Release In Leaked Docs
Microsoft is pushing forward with “full speed ahead” on its next-generation console, an internal email from Xbox president Sarah Bond has revealed. The email, obtained by Windows Central and verified to be genuine by Microsoft, not only announces the upcoming console but also highlights the formation of a game preservation team at Xbox. “We are […]
‘Sonic 3’ Wraps Filming As ‘Knuckles’ Spinoff Gets Exciting New Poster And Details
The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise continues to speed ahead at full force, with exciting updates on both the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie and the new Paramount+ series Knuckles. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director Jeff Fowler recently confirmed on social media that filming has wrapped on the highly anticipated sequel. The clapperboard photo he […]
“The Boys Club”: How Ubisoft Management Derailed XDefiant Development
The delays plaguing Ubisoft’s upcoming free-to-play shooter XDefiant stem from both technical issues and internal studio politics, according to developer sources. Specifically, a group internally referred to as “The Boys Club” has allegedly made development difficult through poor leadership decisions. XDefiant executive producer Mark Rubin recently confirmed on Twitter that the game’s latest delay comes […]
