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The thread discusses the closure of BioWare, a renowned video game studio known for franchises like Mass Effect and Dragon Age, after 31 years. The closure marks the end of a significant era in the gaming industry and has sparked reactions …
Electronic Arts (EA) is laying off employees and closing its BioWare studio, which has raised concerns about the impact of its new ownership by Saudi and other investment groups. The layoffs and studio closures are seen as significant chang…
The posts report that Electronic Arts (EA) has officially announced the closure of the studio BioWare and the cancellation of the upcoming Mass Effect game. This news is significant for the gaming industry as it impacts major RPG franchises…
The thread discusses a proposed bill in New York that would shift game ownership from licensing to consumer ownership, requiring publishers to maintain game functionality even after support ends. This has sparked discussion about consumer r…
The thread discusses the announcement of No Man's Sky coming to iPhone and iPad after a 10-year development period, with users expressing interest in trying the game. It highlights the game's long development cycle and its new platform avai…
The thread consists of users sharing a link to an oral history of the video game Vib-Ribbon. It serves as a documentation of the game's development and history.
The thread discusses a report featuring Dwarf Fortress creator Tarn Adams, who claims the video game industry is in crisis due to AI integration and aggressive layoffs. He argues that leadership's desire for automated game production is uns…
The thread discusses a report featuring the creator of Dwarf Fortress, who criticizes the current state of the video game industry. He specifically highlights the negative impacts of AI integration and aggressive layoffs by corporate leader…
The posts report that approximately 80% of the staff at Bit Reactor, the studio behind Star Wars Zero Company, were furloughed shortly before the game's release. This situation highlights potential labor instability and management issues wi…
The video game 'Halloween: The Game' has been pulled from release on the PlayStation 5 in Japan due to its content. The game failed to receive an age rating from the CERO organization because of its violence and nudity, though it will still…
The thread reports on the restructuring of the 'Fate/EXTRA Record' project, which is being moved to Aniplex after a cancellation by Bandai Namco. It also reports that Kazuya Shinno is resigning from TYPE-MOON Studio BB due to health concern…
The thread discusses the sales success of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, with combined shipments and digital sales exceeding four million units. This highlights the popularity of these remakes and their …
The thread discusses the misconception that the introduction of a new compression algorithm by Iwata in Pokémon Gold and Silver allowed the inclusion of content from earlier games like Blue and Red. It highlights a detailed analysis by a Re…
The thread discusses how 'cozy' video games are increasingly being viewed as a form of escapism or therapeutic relief, similar to anti-depressants, highlighting their role in mental health and emotional well-being.
Sony reported a $765 million impairment loss due to the underperformance of Bungie, the developer of the Marathon series. The posts highlight financial implications of a game development project's failure, raising questions about investment…
Google has acquired a stake in the company behind the video game Eve Online to use its data for training AI models. The move involves DeepMind researching player behavior in the game, raising questions about data usage and AI development.
The thread discusses the cracking of Denuvo's protection in all single-player games it previously safeguarded, leading to potential retaliatory measures by Denuvo such as mandatory 14-day online checks. This highlights concerns about DRM ef…
The user expresses dissatisfaction with the high price of a game (Musou) compared to the low cost of another game (Nier Automata), highlighting a perceived unfair pricing difference.
The cluster discusses the release of Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, which combines remasters of the original game and a new sequel. The announcement was made by the creator, Ed Annunziata, and details were shared through Engadget. This news hi…
Multiple EU-focused accounts report that the EU will respond to the 'stop killing games' initiative in June, which has gathered nearly 1.3 million signatures. The posts highlight the EU's planned response to this campaign, indicating a pote…
The thread discusses Dan Houser, a co-founder of Rockstar Games, revealing the cast and upcoming animated shorts for his 'Absurdverse' video game-TV series franchise, set to premiere in May. The posts highlight the announcement and its sign…
The thread discusses concerns about Bethesda's ability to remaster Fallout New Vegas due to a lack of source code and engineering expertise, as stated by a former Obsidian CCO. This highlights potential issues with game preservation and dev…
The thread discusses Peter Molyneux's return to the god game genre with his new project, Masters of Albion, and mentions his collaboration with Mark Healey, a former colleague from Media Molecule. The posts highlight the project's developme…
The thread discusses Double Fine's new game Kiln, a 3D brawling game involving pottery, and mentions its release platforms. It highlights the company's ongoing use of small internal teams for surprise releases.
The thread discusses the use of video games as a test bed for AI development, highlighting the reduced safety concerns in game environments compared to real-world applications.
The thread discusses the success of Capcom's new game 'Plagmatas' with sales exceeding 1 million units and its popularity on Steam, rivaling titles like 'Biohazard RE:2' and 'Street Fighter 6'. The posts highlight the game's commercial perf…