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2K business and news from across the web.- Take-Two Boss Says 2K's WWE Franchise Could Be 'Double or Triple the Size' It Is NowThe head of Take-Two Interactive believes that 2K's WWE video game franchise has significant untapped potential and could be twice or triple its current size. He cited ongoing opportunities to improve the overall quality of the games as a key area for growth.
Civ 7's massive overhaul update brings its highest Steam player count in over a yearFiraxis Games has released the 'Test of Time' update for Civilization 7, an expansion-sized overhaul that includes new features and reworks existing systems. The update has led to a significant increase in concurrent players on Steam, reaching its highest count in over a year, though player reception remains mixed regarding the extent of the improvements and ongoing issues like UI complaints and DLC pricing.- Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time UpdateFiraxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly altering core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces persistent civilizations across ages, revamps the victory condition system with 'Triumphs,' and adds new content like Alexander the Great. This update aims to address community feedback and enhance the game's appeal across PC and consoles.
Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time UpdateFiraxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly reworking core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces the concept of 'Time-Tested Civs' that persist through age transitions, replaces the Legacy Path system with a new Triumphs system across six attributes, and decouples victory conditions from Triumphs, allowing for earlier pursuit. The update is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and for mobile via Apple Arcade.
Civilization 7's imminent update will add one of history's most famous conquerors for free, in Firaxis' latest bid to coax you back to its controversial sequelCivilization 7 is receiving a free update on Monday that adds Alexander the Great as a playable leader, focusing on military strength and city renaming. This update aims to address player feedback regarding controversial systems like the age transition, though the game's 'Mixed' Steam rating persists despite commercial success.
Lego racing game 2K Drive will be delisted next week, but online multiplayer won't shut down until next yearLego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, three years after its release. While players can no longer purchase the game, online multiplayer and server functions will remain active until May 31, 2025. The article notes the game received mixed reviews, with criticism directed at its microtransactions despite a competent kart racer foundation.
LEGO 2K Drive is going to be delisted and servers will be shut offLEGO 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, and its multiplayer servers will be shut down on May 31, 2027. The reason for the delisting has not been officially stated by 2K, though it is a common practice for the publisher to remove older titles from sale. A previous review praised the game for its creativity and family-friendly appeal.
Lego 2K Drive Is Getting Delisted Exactly Three Years After Launch on May 19 | Console CreaturesPublisher 2K has announced that Lego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2024, exactly three years after its launch. Online multiplayer support will cease on May 31, 2027. The open-world racing game developed by Visual Concepts South was released for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.- Lego 2K Drive Set to be Delisted Next Week With Multiplayer Shutdown Scheduled for 20272K has announced that the racing game Lego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on PC and consoles starting May 19, 2026. The game's multiplayer servers are scheduled to shut down in 2027.
Fun 2023 PS5 Game Being Delisted Already, Last Chance to BuyPublisher 2K has announced that Lego 2K Drive, released in 2023 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, will be delisted from online storefronts on May 19, 2026. The game was also a free offering for PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers in December 2023. Multiplayer servers will remain active until May 31, 2027.
NBA 2K and WWE 2K Developer Visual Concepts Hit With LayoffsVisual Concepts, the developer behind NBA 2K and WWE 2K, has reportedly undergone a round of layoffs. Multiple former employees announced their departures on LinkedIn, with some indicating that a significant number of staff were affected. One employee shared a personal account of being laid off while on sick leave due to a recent autoimmune disorder diagnosis.
Controversial racer Lego 2K Drive is getting delisted soon, with its servers set to be shutdown in 2027Lego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, and its online multiplayer servers will shut down on May 31, 2027. Publisher 2K and developer Visual Concepts have not provided a specific reason for the delisting, though expiring vehicle licenses and the game's monetization model are speculated as contributing factors. The game launched in 2023 and featured an open-world racing experience with extensive vehicle customization.
Lego 2K Drive is being delisted in a matter of days despite only being a few years old - grab it before it's bricked overLego 2K Drive will be delisted from digital storefronts on May 19, 2026, with its online multiplayer servers shutting down on May 31, 2027. Publisher 2K has not provided a specific reason for the delisting, though expiring licensing agreements are suspected. The game, which blends kart racing with open-world elements, received a mixed review upon its 2023 release, with criticism directed at its live service components.
STORMIND GAMES REVEALS REMOTHERED: RED NUN’S LEGACY STORY TRAILER AND VOICE CASTStormind Games has revealed a story trailer and voice cast for Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy, the final installment in the survival horror trilogy. The game, set to release later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, features voice acting from Cissy Jones and Maggie Robertson, with a soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka. The studio also announced that the game is designed as a standalone experience.
Only Three Years Later, A Good Racing Game Is Being Delisted And Shutting Down ServersLego 2K Drive will be delisted on May 19, 2027, with its multiplayer servers shutting down on the same date. Developer Visual Concepts announced that while online functions will cease, offline modes like story and minigames will remain playable. The reasons for the delisting and server shutdown have not been officially disclosed by 2K.- Only Three Years Later, A Good Racing Game Is Being Delisted And Shutting Down ServersLego 2K Drive will be delisted on May 19, 2024, with its multiplayer servers shutting down on May 31, 2024. Developer Visual Concepts announced the changes, which will disable all online functions, though offline modes like story and minigames will remain playable. The reasons for the delisting and server shutdown have not been officially disclosed by 2K.
Report: WWE 2K26 dev Visual Concepts is laying off staffWWE 2K26 developer Visual Concepts is reportedly laying off staff, with at least seven employees posting about their departures on LinkedIn. This marks the third round of job cuts at the studio in three years, following similar incidents in September 2023 and August 2024. Layoffs have also affected other 2K subsidiaries, including Cat Daddy Games, Firaxis Games, and 31st Union, in recent months.
Killing a main character in Baldur's Gate 3 on his second playthrough had a massive impact on how BioShock creator…BioShock creator Ken Levine discussed how his experience with Baldur's Gate 3, particularly losing a main character in a second playthrough, has influenced his approach to player choice in his upcoming game, Judas. He highlighted the power of emergent narrative possibilities and how this contrasts with the more linear storytelling of his previous works like BioShock.
Ken Levine says Steam Machine shows we're hitting 'diminishing returns' with bleeding-edge graphics tech—just look at BioShock to see why art is more importantKen Levine believes the industry is hitting diminishing returns with cutting-edge graphics technology, citing BioShock's enduring art style as more important than hyper-realism. He argues that strong art direction, rather than the latest tech, is key to creating visually striking games. Levine also mentioned that his current project, Judas, focuses on intensive narrative work rather than demanding CPU resources.
Sega has canceled its live service 'Super Game' due to 'intensifying market competition,' and I really, really hope it's a sign that the industry is finally correcting itselfSega has canceled its ambitious 'Super Game' project, which aimed to be a major live service title, citing intensifying market competition. The company is reallocating around 100 developers to traditional full-game development, signaling a potential shift away from free-to-play models. This decision is seen by the author as a positive sign for the industry, suggesting a move towards more sustainable and less risky game development practices.