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Activision Releases Report on Results of AI-Powered Anti-Toxicity Efforts
By Renz O. Soliman
Activision released the report for its AI-powered anti-toxicity efforts that will be implemented on day one for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
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Laid Off Humble Games Staff Form New Indie Publisher Good Games Group
By Renz O. Soliman
Former Humble Games staff have found new indie publisher Good Games Group to continue working with development teams.

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'Rime,' 'Song of Nunu' Dev Tequila Works Lays Off Staff, Cancels Unannounced Game
Tequila Works announced layoffs for an unspecified number of staff as well as the cancellation of an unannounced game.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/08/24
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'Play Nice' Book Details Blizzard's Troubled Environment, Claims Misconduct, Harassment
Bloomberg reported Jason Schreier's Play Nice book details the entire history of Blizzard and includes instances of misconduct and harassment.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/08/24
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Saudi Arabia to Increase Stake in Nintendo, Causes Share Prices to Rise
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) expressed its desire to increase its stake in Nintendo, causing the latter's shares to rise.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/07/24
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Ubisoft is Considering Taking Buyout Option to Go Private Amid Struggles
Ubisoft released a statement acknowledging recent reports of a potential buyout amid its continued struggles in the video games industry.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/07/24
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Guillemot Brothers Ltd, Tencent Reportedly Consider Ubisoft Buyout, Causes Shares to Skyrocket
Guillemot Brothers Ltd and Tencent are reportedly considering a buyout for Ubisoft following the latter's recent struggles, causing shares to skyrocket.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/04/24
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Here's Why Steven Spielberg Refuses to Play 'Uncharted,' But Will Play 'Call of Duty'
Despite being a lover of video games, Steven Spielberg does not want to play Uncharted. Here's why.
By Bella Javier Liamzon 10/02/24
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'Smite' Dev Hi-Rez Studios Plans Layoffs as Part of Plans to Ensure Long-Term Success
Smite developer Hi-Rez Studios plans to lay off an undisclosed number of employees in order to ensure the company's long term success.
By Renz O. Soliman 10/02/24
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Activision Blizzard Lays Off Hundreds of California Workers to Eliminate Redundancies
Activision Blizzard announced more layoffs that will affect hundreds of workers across its different offices in California.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/29/24
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'Dead Cells' Publisher Merge Games to Shut Down After More Than a Decade
Indie publisher Merge Games announces shutdown after 15 years of delivering popular titles such as Dead Cells.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/26/24
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Annapurna Interactive's Recent Employee Issues Reportedly Caused by Staff Concerns
New details have surfaced about the recent issues that Annapurna Interactive faced that led to its employees taking part in a mass resignation.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/23/24
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Electronic Arts Reveals Deep Investment in Generative AI During Investor Presentation
Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson talked about how generative AI is the "very core" of the studio's business during the recent investor presentation.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/18/24
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Ubisoft Wants Staff to be in the Office Three Days a Week
Ubisoft is targeting to have its workers return to the office for a new model at least three days a week.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/17/24
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Saber Interactive Secures Private Equity Investment to Pay Off Embracer Debt
Saber Interactive secures undisclosed private equity investment to help pay off its debt to Embracer Group.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/16/24
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'Destiny 2' Dev Bungie Admits to Using Fan Art in New Collectible, Will Compensate Artist
Bungie admitted to using an artists work for the design of the Ace of Spades NERF Blaster and said it would compensate her for her creation.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/13/24
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Unity to Remove 'Runtime Fee' Following Widespread Discontent of Pricing Scheme
Unity CEO Matt Bromberg announced that the company is ditching its controversial "Runtime Fee" following widespread discontent over the pricing scheme.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/12/24
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Midnight Society Lays Off Half of Dev Team Following Dr Disrespect Controversy
Midnight Society laid off roughly 50% of its workforce following the controversy surrounding one of its founders, content creator Dr. Disrespect.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/10/24
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Ubisoft's Share Prices Plummet as Investor Urges Company To Go Private
Ubisoft's share prices dropped as one investor is urging the company to go private and to have a change in management.
By Renz O. Soliman 09/09/24
Television
'Arcane' New Trailer Shows Glimpse of War Between Piltover, Zaun—Watch Here
Ahead of the release of the second and final season of Arcane, a new teaser gives the audience a glimpse of what to expect. Watch it here.
By Bella Javier Liamzon 09/06/24
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Visions of Mana Studio Could be Shut Down by NetEase After Releasing the Game
Ouka Studios, the developer behind Visions of Mana, is reportedly being shut down by parent company NetEase.
By Renz O. Soliman 08/31/24
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Bungie Director Chris Barret Says He is 'Truly Sorry' Following Misconduct with Female Co-Workers
Top Bungie director Chris Barrett issued an apology following a investigation that accused him of misconduct with female co-workers.
By Renz O. Soliman 08/29/24
Movies
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Official Trailer Confirms Keanu Reeves as Shadow, Shows Off Fight Scenes
The first trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 just dropped and confirmed Keanu Reeves will voice the iconic Shadow.
By Renz O. Soliman 08/27/24
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Savvy Games Group, Xsolla Partner to Open New Job Opportunities in Saudi Arabia's Game Industry
Savvy Games Group has partnered with Xsolla to launch a game development academy in Saudi Arabia to boos the nation's gaming industry.
By Renz O. Soliman 08/26/24

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