Tag: Game Industry News
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1047 Games Faces Layoffs Amid Turbulent Splitgate 2 Launch
The game development studio, 1047 Games, recently confirmed a round of layoffs without disclosing the specific number, resulting from challenging circumstances they’re facing. The founders of the company have voluntarily forgone their salaries in a bid to steer the ship back on course. 1047 Games is renowned for their free-to-play shooter game, cleverly described as…
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Balatro Dev Wins Appeal Against PEGI 18 for Gambling Simulation
In 2024, an unprecedented dispute arose between the developer and publisher of the acclaimed card game, Balatro, and a gaming ratings board. The contention began when Balatro was suddenly classified with an 18+ age rating, an unexpected change that was implemented shortly after the game’s launch. This classification was made even more remarkable when the…
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Sony Closes Studio, Considers $200 Million Shooter Concord a Loss
In a shocking move, Sony Interactive Entertainment has decided to not only halt the ongoing development of the multiplayer hero shooter game Concord but also terminate its partnership with the game’s developing firm, Firewalk Studios. Such news undoubtedly sends shivers through the industry, with the $200 million spent on the project now a large, enticing…
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Creators of Risk of Rain Shift to Valve, Ceasing Development on Future Game
Duncan Drummond and Paul Morse, co-founders of Hopoo Games, the studio behind Risk of Rain, have announced their move to Valve to develop new games. Several other team members from Hopoo Games are also joining them at Valve. Subsequently, Hopoo Games has ceased development on its unannounced title, a decision acknowledged with gratitude toward Valve…