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Job Loss Shock: Take-Two Interactive Closes Two Game Studios, Including OlliOlli World Developer

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London, England – The games industry has witnessed a surge in job losses this year, with Bloomberg reporting more closures of studios within the industry. Take-Two Interactive Software has announced the shutdown of two studios – Private Division and London-based subsidiary Roll7 (known for games like OlliOlli and Rollerdrome) along with Intercept Games, developer of Kerbal Space Program 2 based in Seattle. Roll7, the London-based studio behind Rollerdrome, will be closed by Take-Two, with severance …

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Exploit Alert: Helldivers 2 Players Found Cheating for Super Credits – Developer Responds

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Stockholm, Sweden – Helldivers 2 players in Stockholm have been exploiting a glitch to gain Super Credits, prompting developer Arrowhead to take action. Reports surfaced on the game’s official Discord channel, where a player alerted Arrowhead to tutorials circulating on YouTube that explain how to farm Super Credits for free using a glitch. The player detailed the method, which involves force-quitting Helldivers 2 on PC or shutting down a PS5 console after obtaining Super Credits. …

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Chinese Developer Shimao Group Holdings Faces Demand to Liquidate Amid $204 Million Debt Battle

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Shanghai, China – Defaulted Chinese developer, Shimao Group Holdings Ltd., finds itself in a precarious situation as China Construction Bank (Asia) Corp., a prominent creditor, has issued a demand to liquidate the company. This move highlights the increasing financial pressures faced by distressed developers in the region. The demand for liquidation, filed on April 5, stems from a substantial financial obligation of HK$1.6 billion ($204 million) incurred by Shimao. The developer, known for its luxury …

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Short but Sweet: Hellblade 2 Developer Explains Why Shorter Games Are the Future of Gaming

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London, United Kingdom – The developer of Hellblade 2 has articulated their preference for creating shorter games, attributing it to the accessibility brought on by digital distribution that allows for a variety of game lengths. Ninja Theory, a studio under Microsoft’s ownership, is gearing up to launch Hellblade 2, a digital-only game priced at $50 and approximately eight hours long. Following in the footsteps of their previous games like 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, known for …

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Property Developer Country Garden Suspends Trade Amid Financial Crisis – Winding-Up Petition Filed Reveals Shocking Details

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Hong Kong – Crisis has struck Chinese property developer Country Garden as it faces financial turmoil and debt restructuring. The company has taken the drastic step of suspending trade in its shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after delaying the release of its annual financial results. Last week, Country Garden cited the need for additional time to gather information as it grapples with its debts. This move follows the company’s default on overseas debt …

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Stellar Blade Developer Reveals Game-Changing Tip for Demo Success – Turn on Your TV’s Game Mode Now!

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Los Angeles, California – Players of the upcoming action RPG, Stellar Blade, are advised by the developer to optimize their gaming experience by enabling the Game Mode on their TV while playing the recently released demo. The game, also known as “Korean Nier” due to its combat mechanics and character designs, has garnered attention for its impressive gameplay but some users have expressed concerns about the demo feeling somewhat clunky. According to the developer’s Twitter …

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Baldur’s Gate 3 Developer Drops Bombshell: No Expansions or DLC Planned, New Project in the Works!

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San Francisco, California – Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke made a surprising announcement at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) panel today regarding the future of the popular Baldur’s Gate 3 game. He revealed that the developer has no plans to release any expansions or downloadable content (DLC) for Baldur’s Gate 3, nor are they working on a Baldur’s Gate 4. Vincke shared that Larian Studios intends to move away from the Dungeons & Dragons universe …

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**Helldivers 2** Developer Drops New Patch Nerfing Hazard Spawns – Check Out the Latest Updates!

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London, UK – Arrowhead, the developer behind the popular co-op shooter Helldivers 2, has recently rolled out a new patch for the game on PC and PlayStation 5. This latest update focuses on rebalancing planet hazards that players encounter during missions. Patch 1.000.103 brings adjustments to the spawn rates of various hazards such as tremors, meteor showers, volcanic activity, fire tornadoes, and ion storms. The goal is to decrease the frequency at which these hazards …

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Google I/O 2024: What to Expect from the Biggest Developer Event of the Year

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Mountain View, California – Google developers are gearing up for the annual Google I/O conference set to take place on May 14 and 15 at the Shoreline Amphitheater. This event is a significant gathering for developers seeking insights into the future of Google’s operating systems and AI advancements. The conference traditionally kicks off with a keynote address by Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, where updates on Android, Wear OS, Gmail, and other Google products are expected …

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Independent Game Developer Toys for Bob Leaves Activision and Xbox for New Adventure – What’s Next?

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SAN FRANCISCO, California – The video game industry has seen a tumultuous week, with major developments shaking up the landscape. Following significant layoffs at companies like PlayStation and Electronic Arts, the latest news involves a notable departure from the gaming giant, Activision. Toys for Bob, the developer behind popular titles like “Crash Bandicoot” and “Spyro,” has announced its decision to leave Activision and team Xbox. The studio, known for its work on games such as …

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