Developers

Mario & Luigi Brothership: Meet the Original Developers Behind the New Nintendo Switch RPG!

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Tokyo, Japan – Nintendo recently unveiled their latest addition to the Mario & Luigi RPG series with the announcement of “Mario & Luigi: Brothership”. This exciting news has sparked curiosity among fans eager to uncover the details surrounding the development of this new Switch project. With the departure of AlphaDream from the gaming scene, questions arose about who would take the reins of the Brothership project. Although the specific developer remains undisclosed, hints suggest that …

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Apple Unveils Groundbreaking Partnership with OpenAI at Worldwide Developers Conference – Here’s What You Need to Know!

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San Francisco, California – Apple made a significant announcement during its Worldwide Developers Conference, revealing a strategic partnership with OpenAI to incorporate artificial intelligence features into its products. This move signifies Apple’s commitment to enhancing user experience through advanced technology. Under this partnership, OpenAI’s technology will be integrated into Apple’s digital assistant Siri, allowing users to access innovative features like personalized bedtime stories and assistance with various tasks. Apple software chief Craig Federighi highlighted the …

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**Cursor Control with Facial Gestures Now Available in Google’s Latest Innovation [Read More]** Developers can now integrate the accessibility feature into their apps, allowing users to control the cursor with facial gestures or by moving their heads. For example, they can open their mouth to move the cursor or raise their eyebrows to click and drag. Announced during last year’s Google I/O for desktop, Project Gameface uses the device’s camera and a database of facial expressions from MediaPipe’s Face Landmarks Detection API to manipulate the cursor. “Through the device’s camera, it seamlessly tracks facial expressions and head movements, translating them into intuitive and personalized control,” Google explained in its announcement. “Developers can now build applications where their users can configure their experience by customizing facial expressions, gesture sizes, cursor speed, and more.” While Gameface was initially made for gamers, Google says it has also partnered with Incluzza — a social enterprise in India focused on accessibility — to see how they can expand it to other settings like work, school, and social situations. Project Gameface was inspired by quadriplegic video game streamer Lance Carr, who has muscular dystrophy. Carr collaborated with Google on the project, with the aim of creating a more affordable and accessible alternative to expensive head-tracking systems.

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San Francisco, California – Developers have rolled out a new feature that allows users to control their cursor using facial gestures or by moving their heads. This innovative accessibility feature, known as Project Gameface, was announced during Google I/O for desktop last year. By leveraging the device’s camera and a database of facial expressions, users can now manipulate the cursor with simple movements like opening their mouth to move and raising their eyebrows to click …

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Warner Bros. Discovery’s Games Retired – How Developers Fought Back Against Big Business!

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Los Angeles, California – Warner Bros. Discovery has caused a stir among indie game developers by threatening to “retire” their games without clear explanations. This move has left many creators puzzled and frustrated with the lack of transparency and communication from the media conglomerate. Recently, some Adult Swim Games creators affected by Warner Bros. Discovery’s actions received emails indicating that their games were safe from retirement. Game developers like Landon, creator of Duck Game, and …

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Steam Review Bombing of Helldivers 2 Causes Controversy and Chaos as Players Revolt and Developers React

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Los Angeles, CA – A wave of backlash hit the video game Helldivers 2 and its development team after a decision to reinstate a PlayStation Network login requirement on PC. The move prompted angry players to flood the co-op shooter’s Steam page with negative reviews, resulting in a significant drop in its rating on the Valve-owned platform. The CEO of Arrowhead Studios, Johan Pilestedt, took to Twitter to acknowledge the situation and express his regrets …

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**Children of the Sun:** How a Game Developer’s 20-Year Journey Led to a Steam Sensation

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Berlin, Germany – The indie game “Children of the Sun” made a stunning entrance into the gaming scene, catching the attention of players with its unique blend of frenzied sniper gameplay and radioactive art style. Developed by solo creator René Rother, the game’s journey to release was a labor of love that spanned over 20 years, reflecting the developer’s perseverance and dedication to his craft. Rother’s passion for game development dates back to his childhood …

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“Tipping Game Developers: Former Blizzard Boss Mike Ybarra Wants to Reward Studios for Outstanding Gameplay”

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Los Angeles, CA – Former Blizzard executive Mike Ybarra has proposed a unique idea that could potentially change the way gamers interact with developers. Ybarra suggested the concept of allowing players to “tip” developers after completing a game, expressing his desire to financially acknowledge the exceptional experiences some games provide. Although Ybarra acknowledges that not everyone may agree with his idea, he shared his personal experience of feeling compelled to reward developers for creating games …

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Expensive Silicon Valley “Micro Mansion” Sparks Bidding War – Developers Eager to Flip!

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Cupertino, California – The real estate market in Silicon Valley continues to capture attention as a tiny 384-square-foot home in Cupertino has been listed for an eye-watering $1.7 million. Situated on an intimate cul-de-sac, this compact residence has garnered significant interest from developers seeking to capitalize on the prime location near Silicon Valley’s tech hubs. Despite its small size, the property’s potential for expansion and development has sparked a flurry of offers, pointing to the …

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Discord Shuts Down Nintendo Switch Emulator Servers: Lead Developers’ Accounts Disabled!

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San Francisco, California – Discord has taken strict measures against the Nintendo Switch emulator servers for Suyu and Sudachi, shutting them down along with disabling the lead developers’ accounts. The company’s actions have sparked questions as to the reasons behind such drastic steps. Both Suyu and Sudachi originated as branches of Yuzu, a Nintendo emulator that faced legal action resulting in its shutdown on March 4th. According to Discord’s director of product communications, Kellyn Slone, …

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China’s Home Sales Slump Continues: Major Developers Face Credit Downgrades and Potential 10% Sales Decline in 2024

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Shanghai, China – The real estate market in China continues to face challenges as home sales remained stagnant in March, extending a downturn that started earlier this year. Preliminary data from China Real Estate Information Corp. revealed that the value of new-home sales from the 100 biggest real estate companies dropped around 46% compared to the same period last year, reaching 358 billion yuan ($49.6 billion) after a significant 60% decline in February. The prolonged …

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