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Roblox Corp. employees speak up about alleged lack of diversity

Game Developer

Current and former Roblox Corp. employees are accusing the company of failing to foster a diverse and inclusive environment at the company.

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Mordhau on consoles: “A lot of smoke and mirrors go into making things hit”

PreMortem.Games

Now that Mordhau has arrived on both PlayStation and Xbox , console players finally get the chance to hack & slash their way through medieval battlegrounds. The brutal and bloody combat game from Slovenian developer Triternion has already been very successful for the last 4 years on PC. To make everything working smoothly during the massive online battles requires some very specific skills from the developers.

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The FTC fails in latest attempt to block Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal

Game Developer

The regulator tried and failed to seek emergency relief to prevent Microsoft from completing the merger.

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UK supermarket Tesco to stop stocking physical games as GameStop leaves Ireland

GamesIndustry.biz

UK supermarket chain Tesco will no-longer stock physical video games in its 2,800 stores, Gamesindustry.biz can reveal. Once the current range of games have sold out, the firm will not be giving any more shelf space to games products. The one exception are digital points cards, which will remain available through its outlets. The supermarket chain says it's due to the move from its customers "towards digital entertainment".

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Sony accepts Microsoft's offer to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation for a decade

Game Developer

The agreement comes as Microsoft prepares to complete its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

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Xbox's Major Nelson leaves after 20 years

GamesIndustry.biz

Larry 'Major Nelson' Hryb has announced he is leaving his position as director of programming at Xbox Live. Hryb joined Microsoft in 2001 and moved to the Xbox team in 2003. He spent two decades with the company and was known for his work within the Xbox Live community. "After 20 incredible years, I have decided to take a step back and work on the next chapter of my career," he shared in an announcement posted to Twitter on July 14.

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Handheld consoles required to have replaceable batteries by 2027

GamesIndustry.biz

Portable gaming consoles will be required to have replaceable batteries by 2027 to comply with a new European Union law. On July 10, the European Council voted for a new regulation to implement sustainability rules for batteries. Manufacturers will be required to make batteries accessible for consumers using commercially available or specialised tools, and provide instructions and safety information.

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Bid farewell to Xbox Live Gold and say hello to Xbox Game Pass Core

Game Developer

Microsoft intends to scrap its Games with Gold initiative as part of the change-up.

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Why it took 20 years to start making a true Football Manager sequel

GamesIndustry.biz

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Like most annual franchises, Football Manager is not built from the ground up every year. The game is iterated upon, with various improvements and additions keeping the game fresh while still holding true to everything Sports Interactive has built before. This, however, is about to change.

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The Chinese Room creative director and co-founder Dan Pinchbeck has left the studio

Game Developer

Pinchbeck is stepping down after 15 years to begin a new adventure.

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Outliver: Tribulation | Gameplay Trailer

Indie DB

In todays update, we share with you the official gameplay overview trailer of Outliver: Tribulation where we go into some detail on what Outliver: Tribulation is about and what to expect during the course of the game.

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MS-ABK nears completion in the US | Microcast

GamesIndustry.biz

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox James Batchelor and Christopher Dring discuss a busy week in the ongoing saga that is Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Following the denial of the FTC's preliminary injunction , the denial of its request for an extension to the temporary restraining order, and the denial of its appeal , there is seemingly nothing to stop Microsoft completing the deal in the US before its deadline tomorrow.

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Where might AI take gamedev next?

Unity Blog

AI brings the promise of making real-time creation accessible to more people, and simplifying some development tasks to let you focus on being creative while helping you to achieve more with less.

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Top 15 Android App Development Companies in India

Artoon

Android app development is a very important software knowing that over 2 […] The post Top 15 Android App Development Companies in India appeared first on Artoon Solutions.

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Michael Blaker’s Movie Monday Featuring Anastasia

Game Industry News

Hey all, I’m back with another animated film from the late ‘90s for this week’s Movie Monday. It’s Anastasia. Plot: This is an animated fantasy retelling of the story of Anastasia, the last Grand Duchess of Russia. Honestly it’s a fun film, but it’s not at all accurate to history, though you can likely guess that given how Rasputin is an evil sorcerer in this film’s opening.

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TinyBuild does not spy on its employees with AI, CEO says

GamesIndustry.biz

TinyBuild does not use AI to spy on employees, CEO Alex Nichiporchik said in a statement. Nichiporchik has responded to criticism of his presentation, 'AI in Gamedev: Is My Job Safe?' at Develop:Brighton last week. WhyNowGaming suggested that the TinyBuild CEO recommended managers and HR should use AI to identify "problematic team members.

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Hi I’m a dev that has moved around a lot, I’ve not spent more than 2 years on a project and after working at a failed start up, I am struggling to find employment and I really don’t understand why. I know I can do the jobs that I am applying for and would be able to add value to teams and projects. I’m not sure what more I can do to make myself employable. I’m beginning to worry that I’ve been tarred with a certain brush because I’ve readily left studios to pursue other opportunities.

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In my experience, if you are finding yourself stalled in the job search and you feel your sample size is sufficient, it is time to examine the evidence and decide whether you need to adjust your strategy. The hiring process is fairly boilerplate. Submit your resume/CV and cover letter if you have one Phone/Video Conference Interview Technical or skills take-home test On-site or Video Conference Interview Job Offer As you pass each step, you proceed to the next.

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Atlas Terrain Editor for Unity

Game From Scratch

GameFromScratch.com Atlas Terrain Editor for Unity Currently part of the 30 for $30 Unity Mega Bundle Atlas Terrain is an extension for the Unity terrain system that gives you several new abilities. At it’s core it enables you to use multiple terrain height maps like prefabs, quickly stamping out your terrain. Additionally it contains spline based … Atlas Terrain Editor for Unity Read More The post Atlas Terrain Editor for Unity appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.

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Xbox Live Gold will become Game Pass Core

GamesIndustry.biz

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Microsoft has announced that it will launch Xbox Game Pass Core , the rebranded Xbox Live Gold, on September 14. The service will setback users $9.99 a month or $59.99 a year. The subscription will provide consumers access to its multiplayer network, more than 25 games, and various deals.

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Behind the lens: An inside look at the anatomy of a film set

Filmustage

Introduction to film sets As movie lovers, we are often captivated by the world on screen, losing ourselves in the narratives and characters. Yet, behind every film lies an equally captivating universe - the film set. The film set is a landscape of creativity, collaboration, and meticulous planning, where movie magic comes alive. It's where a written script transforms into a visual narrative, whether on a bustling soundstage or a meticulously chosen filming location.

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ROG Ally Left Bumper Not Working: How to Fix It Quickly

Game Errors

ROG Ally left bumper not working problem will make the console much less functional and the overall experience terrible. The obvious thing to do is to contact the shop from where you purchased your console, but before doing so, you can try a few quick fixes that you can apply yourself. If your problems are related to stability issues, learn what to do when games start crashing on ROG Ally.

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UK games professionals establish Scallywag Arcade

GamesIndustry.biz

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox UK game alums have formed the indie studio Scallywag Arcade. Its founding teams' experience includes Merge Games, Evolution Studio, and Just Add Water.

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ROG Ally Not Detecting SD Card: How to Make It Work

Game Errors

If you are struggling with the ROG Ally not detecting SD card issue, you might think that you are doomed and that there is absolutely nothing you can do about it. You are wrong! A few methods will make an SD card work on your console if the physical reader is not damaged, of course. You are not alone! Many gamers complain about SD card-related issues on their ROG Ally.

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Lessons Learned From My Startup Journey

Deconstructor of Fun

I had the fortune of going through the full startup cycle in terms of starting a company, raising funds, building a team, and even exiting. In our podcast with my friend, the powerful Joseph Kim ( GameMakers , LILA Games ), he asked me what were the biggest lessons I've learned and if there was anything that I’d do differently. The 5 x Lessons Learned Learning #1 The crucial role of market research As many of you, in the first part of my career as a game lead, I believed that making a great game

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Rainbow Six Siege Error Code 10-0x00000000 [Solved]

Game Errors

Many gamers complain about the annoying Rainbow Six Siege error code 10-0x00000000. Once we realized that there are many ways out there that can help you get rid of it, we decided to create an ultimate list of causes and solutions for fixing R6 error 10-0x00000000. Are you experiencing problems with R6’s stability? Learn how to fix crashes in Rainbox Six Siege.

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Turkey gives unconditional approval to Microsoft-ABK acquisition

GamesIndustry.biz

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Turkey is the latest market to give the thumbs up to Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Spokespeople from both companies announced last week that Turkish regulators have "unconditionally" approved the $68.7 billion deal.

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How to Perform a Clean Boot to Fix Various Game Problems

Game Errors

Clean booting is among the more effective troubleshooting methods for resolving Windows gaming and software issues. It is a troubleshooting method that disables all third-party Windows startup items (apps and services). We frequently recommend performing clean-booting Windows to fix games that crash on startup, black screen, and FPS problems. Here we’ll look at how you can fix gaming issues by performing a clean boot on a Windows PC.

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It’s Great Up North: Games industry figures on the shared success of developers in Yorkshire’s gaming community

Game Development News

Game Republic’s Jamie Sefton managed to tempt Richie Shoemaker from his editorial lair to talk to Yorkshire game industry figures about the challenges and advantages of being based in the region

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How To Catch Tuna in Dave The Diver [Easy Guide]

Game Errors

This indie game, Dave The Diver by MINTROCKET , is a delightful gem. Dave The Diver was released on 28 June for PC, and you can find it on Steam. Video game visionaries crafted Dave the Diver with a pure love of fun. It seamlessly blends various genres, making it both addictive and stylish. The mix of fishing, deep-sea exploration, and restaurant management is surprisingly successful.

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[iOS][Android]Shuffle and K.O. - A turn based checkerboard game

Cocos

Can’t find edit buttons at the beginning of post…Seems editing old post is not allowed currently (can’t remove link of deleted old gameplay youtube video at top most…)?

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Cloud Recovery Server Authentication Failed ROG Ally [Fixed]

Game Errors

Starting your console only to see that Cloud Recovery Server Authentication Failed ROG Ally problem appeared is not the definition of quality gaming. We are here, determined to help you resolve this annoying network-related issue on your ROG Ally. Some gamers also experience issues with completing Cloud Recovery. Learn what to do when ROG Ally gets stuck on Cloud Recovery.

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Maintenance release: Godot 4.1.1

Mircosoft Game Dev

Hot on the heels of its parent release, here's Godot 4.1.1 — the first maintenance release of the 4.1 branch, with more stability and workflow improvements.

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ROG Ally Cloud Recovery Stuck on the Checking [Quick Fix]

Game Errors

Booting your handheld console only to see ROG Ally Cloud Recovery stuck on the checking will cause frustration. Regardless if the problem occurred from nowhere or you tried to upgrade the console’s memory, we have a way to resolve it! If you can’t even begin Cloud Recovery, learn what to do when server authentication fails for Cloud Recovery on ROG Ally.

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Faina - Release!

Indie DB

This post showcases the game release of Faina over on itch.io, as well as some screeshots and the gameplay trailer.

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