Microsoft is cutting 1,900 staff across Xbox, Bethesda and Activision Blizzard
Microsoft’s head of gaming has confirmed that 1,900 staff will be laid off across Activision Blizzard, Bethesda and Xbox.
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Insider Shares Good News For Pokemon Fans Who Criticized Scarlet and Violet
The public criticism aimed at Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will influence future games in the franchise, an industry insider has said. This claim is likely to be welcome news for the vocal section of the fans who repeatedly expressed skepticism about whether their criticism of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet has been heard.
Riot confirms 530 layoffs: ‘This isn’t to appease shareholders… it’s necessary’
Riot Games is the latest games industry firm to confirm significant layoffs.
Palworld Pokémon plagiarism accusations pile up as CEO responds
The director of Steam’s colossal breakout hit, Palworld, has responded to allegations of plagiarism, as accusations mount that the game could have copied Pokémon designs.
Palworld embroiled in AI and Pokémon ‘plagiarism’ controversy
Steam’s newest hit survival game, Palworld, has been accused of plagiarising designs from Pokémon, as social media users negatively highlight its creator’s historical association with generative AI tools.
Pokémon-style survival game Palworld is a huge hit, with 2m players in 24 hours
Pokémon-style survival game Palworld launched its early access version on Friday and is already a huge hit.
343 says Halo Infinite is done with seasons, as it ‘shifts approach’
Halo Infinite’s Season 5, released last October, will be the game’s last, developer 343 has confirmed.
8% of developers in a GDC survey say they’re working on Nintendo’s next console
8% of developers questioned in a new industry survey have said they’re working on games for Nintendo’s next console.