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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's QA devs strike over Activision Blizzard's return-to-office mandate

Game Developer

The CWA alleges Activision Blizzard and Microsoft are refusing to accomodate QA staff with certified medical conditions with their 'strict' return-to-office policy.

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Derek Yu's vision for a human-driven games industry in the story of UFO 50's development

GamesIndustry.biz

When booting up a game like UFO 50, a collection of 50 titles whose 80s-inspired roots belie the modern design sensibilities that make them special, it's easy to feel overwhelmed.

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Sony shuts down Concord dev Firewalk and mobile studio Neon Koi

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Both studios are being closed down so PlayStation can 'ensure we are meeting near and long-term business priorities.

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Capcom insists its making "good progress" despite drop in first-half sales

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Capcom has released its financial results for the first half of the 2024/25 financial year, saying it has made "good progress" towards its full-year target.

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SAG-AFTRA signs agreement with AI-powered voice company Ethovox

Game Developer

The union said the deal will ensure performers are 'protected and empowered in the AI age.

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Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond

Indie DB

Greetings, fellow leaders! Are you ready to start your political career? Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond is available right now in Early Access. However, it is only just the beginning for us too - so please keep in mind that the game is not yet finished.

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Deep Dive: Masterminding the fluid movement system behind Echo Point Nova

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Here's how the combination of camera effects, sound FX, and VFX created a smooth and high octane experience.

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'They weren't very good to use': Panic halts development of the Playdate Stereo Dock

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'Making the Stereo Dock was almost more challenging than making the Playdate itself.

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Sony shuts Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios

GamesIndustry.biz

Sony is shuttering Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios.

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Capcom maintains optimism for 2024-2025, despite first-half slump

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Even without a Street Fighter 6-level hit this year, Capcom says it's on target to achieve its target projections this fiscal year.

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SAG-AFTRA announces agreement with AI voice company Ethovox

GamesIndustry.biz

SAG-AFTRA has signed a contract with AI voice company Ethovox to ensure that performers are protected and fairly compensated.

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In Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, MachineGames wants players to improv like Indy

Game Developer

When is a banjo better than a rifle? When it's in the hands of Indiana Jones, of course.

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Kelli Dunlap to become executive director at Take This

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Mental health charity Take This will be getting a new executive director as Kelli Dunlap is due to replace Eve Crevoshay, and will be able to keep its doors open following a successful fundraising period.

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How Much Skill Does Gaming Really Take?

Game Wisdom

How Much Skill Does Gaming Really Take? Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com If you’re new to gaming, it can feel daunting to try and get into the multiplayer scene. While it feels OK to be ‘bad’ at a game when you’re at home, any time you have to enter an arena with … The post How Much Skill Does Gaming Really Take? appeared first on Game Wisdom.

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The Oregon Trail is getting a movie adaptation

GamesIndustry.biz

The Oregon Trail is to be adapted into an action-comedy film produced by Apple.

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Kudos QA announces new leadership team

GamesIndustry.biz

Kudos QA has announced a new leadership team following the departure of CEO and co-founder Andy Robson.

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