In a surprising turn of events, Toys for Bob, the renowned developer behind the beloved Crash Bandicoot and Spyro franchises, has announced its departure from Activision to become an independent studio. This move comes amidst a wave of layoffs and restructuring in the video game industry, with giants like PlayStation and Electronic Arts also feeling […]
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Funcom’s Dune: Awakening Gameplay Trailer Reveals the Harsh Reality of Surviving on Arrakis
The developers at Funcom have provided an exciting new look at their upcoming open-world survival MMO, Dune: Awakening. This highly anticipated game, powered by Unreal Engine 5, will transport players to the dangerous yet beautiful desert planet of Arrakis. As part of a Dune Direct showcase, Funcom concluded with a stunning new Dune: Awakening gameplay […]
Rockstar Mandates Office Return for GTA VI Development Amid Security Concerns
Rockstar Games, the renowned video game developer behind the iconic Grand Theft Auto (GTA) franchise, has announced a significant move for its employees. As the company enters the final stages of development for the highly anticipated GTA VI, Rockstar has mandated that all staff members return to the office five days a week starting in […]
EA’s Shock Restructuring Blasts Star Wars FPS and Ridgeline Games Closed Amidst Company Shake-Up
Electronic Arts (EA), a leading game publisher, has recently announced a significant restructuring plan that will result in approximately 5% of its global workforce being laid off. With a staff count of 13,400 as of March 2023, this move could potentially affect around 670 employees. EA CEO Andrew Wilson shared this news in a letter […]
Epic Games Races To Deny Major Ransomware Hack Claims by Mogilevich Cybercriminal Group
The popular game developer Epic Games has allegedly fallen victim to a ransomware attack by the Mogilevich hacking group. Mogilevich, a relatively new player in the ransomware space, claims to have successfully breached Epic Games’ servers and obtained 189GB of sensitive data, including source code and personal information. The ransomware gang posted details of the […]
Legendary Composer Of Square Enix’s Hit Final Fantasy, Nobuo Uematsu, Steps Back From Full Video Game Soundtracks
Legendary video game composer Nobuo Uematsu has created some of the most iconic music in gaming history. Best known for scoring the soundtracks for the first nine Final Fantasy games produced by Square Enix, Uematsu’s music has played a pivotal role in the success and emotional impact of the legendary Final Fantasy series. In a […]
Sony Hints at PlayStation 5 Pro Despite Disappointing First-Party Game Drought
After over 5 years without many compelling first-party titles, Sony Interactive Entertainment is disappointingly already hinting at a new PlayStation 5 Pro console. Insider reports reveal Sony has started sharing preliminary PS5 Pro specs, indicating a potential public reveal soon for the upgraded hardware. Sony likely plans to release a refreshed PlayStation 5 model in […]
Epic Games Bring Avatar: TLA And LEGO To The Fortnite Battle Royale Building Fields
The popular battle royale game Fortnite is teaming up with beloved franchises Avatar The Last Airbender and LEGO for an exciting in-game event. Sources say Fortnite will introduce new cosmetic items and game modes featuring characters and themes from both Avatar and LEGO starting next week. Epic Games recently announced a new initiative that will […]
Metroid Prime, Pokemon, And More Major Franchise Sequels And Remasters Rumored For Switch In 2024
With the recently reported delay of the Nintendo Switch 2 to 2025, attention has turned to how Nintendo plans to support the Switch platform throughout 2024. According to reliable Nintendo leaker Zippo, Nintendo has over a dozen finished games ready for release on Switch this year. These unannounced titles are expected to include highly anticipated […]
Star Wars Battlefront: Classic Collection Releases On March 14th
The galaxy far, far away is about to witness a resurgence, as the iconic Star Wars Battlefront series receives a glorious resurrection with the unveiling of the Battlefront Classic Collection. This announcement, showcased during the Nintendo Partner Showcase, sent ripples of excitement through the gaming community as players prepare to relive the epic battles of […]
DeadStation: Sony’s Unwillingness To Deliver PlayStation Exclusives Spells “End of Life Cycle” For PS5
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is nearing the end of its life cycle according to a recent statement, leaving PlayStation fans disappointed yet again. This latest announcement continues Sony’s unwillingness to deliver enough exclusive games and content to justify the PlayStation 5’s $500 price tag. With only 21 million PlayStation 5 consoles sold so far, Sony has […]
Ubisoft’s Black Flag Video Game Clone ‘Skull & Bones’ Crashes On Rocky Shores
2024 has not had the greatest start for the video game industry. Rocksteady’s disastrous launch of their controversial title Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League resulted in a divided fanbase and a player count that has recently dipped under 1000 on Steam. A messy launch combined with woke messaging caused this title to see massive […]
