New World Interactive, the developer of Insurgency, has become the latest casualty of Embracer Group’s reckless studio acquisitions. As part of Embracer Group’s efforts to reduce their debts, New World Interactive has been forced to lay off staff and cancel an unannounced project. This unfortunate turn of events sheds light on the consequences of irresponsible
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After almost a quarter of a century, fans of the nineties sci-fi adventure game, Outcast, are about to get their hands on the long-awaited sequel. Outcast 2: A New Beginning is set to continue the story that left players hanging in 1999. Despite the significant time gap, newcomers need not worry – the developers promise
In the world of game development, crunch mode is a notorious period of intense work and long hours as developers strive to meet deadlines and push out updates. Eric Barone, the developer behind Stardew Valley, has recently found himself in what he calls a “(self-imposed) extreme crunch mode” while working on the game’s upcoming 1.6
The ever-expanding universe of Fortnite knows no bounds. As the popular battle royale game continues to devour pop culture, rumors of its upcoming Season 1 of Chapter 5 are making waves in the gaming community. Leaked information suggests that the next installment will introduce two iconic characters: Metal Gear Solid’s stealth-action hero Solid Snake and
As fans eagerly anticipate the release of Homeworld 3 on March 8th, 2024, developer Blackbird is giving us a sneak peek into the development journey with a forthcoming documentary set to release in December. While the recently released clip certainly showcases some impressive visuals, it is important to approach it with a critical eye. Homeworld
Reports suggest that Free Radical Design, the renowned studio behind TimeSplitters, may face closure before Christmas. The studio, now owned by Embracer, is allegedly undergoing a wave of restructuring efforts that have led to numerous employees seeking new opportunities. Embracer, which has witnessed the closure of other esteemed studios such as Volition, has yet to
The Anacrusis, a co-op swarm shooter developed by Stray Bombay and co-founded by Chet Faliszek, has been making waves in the gaming community. However, Faliszek recently expressed his frustrations with player counts in Steam Early Access and vowed to never participate in it again. In this article, we delve into the challenges faced by small
The Attack on Titan manga-turned-anime series has captivated audiences with its thrilling premise of humans battling colossal, man-eating giants. While official Attack on Titan video games have been developed, fans have taken it upon themselves to create their own adaptations of the series. One such fan game that has generated considerable buzz is the latest
Them’s Fightin’ Herds, originally an unofficial My Little Pony fangame, embarked on a tumultuous journey to become a legally distinct and well-received fighter through crowdfunding and Early Access. However, it seems that this journey has reached a bitter end. Sadness looms as it was revealed earlier this week that the latest patch and DLC characters
In a surprising turn of events, Dontnod’s time-rewinding teen drama game, Life is Strange, has garnered an astounding 20 million players eight years after its initial release. This remarkable milestone was shared by the developers on Thanksgiving, expressing their gratitude to the devoted fans who have embarked on the captivating journey of Max and Chloe’s