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Lego 2K Drive is being delisted in a matter of days despite only being a few years old - grab it before it's bricked over
Lego 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 CAST
Stormind 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 Servers
Lego 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 Servers
Lego 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 staff
WWE 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 important
Ken 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 itself
Sega 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.
Ken Levine On Why He Quit Making BioShock Games--"Scary And Risky And Crazy"
Veteran game developer Ken Levine explains his decision to step away from the BioShock series after BioShock Infinite, citing a desire for new creative challenges and a feeling of having nothing more to say within that world. He discusses the risks involved in leaving a successful franchise and how established series can define their creators. Levine's new game, Judas, developed by Ghost Story Games, reportedly contains much of BioShock's DNA.
NBA 2K26 Season 7 release countdown: Exact date and time and Season Pass rewards
NBA 2K26 Season 7 is set to launch globally on Friday, March 15, with specific release times confirmed across various time zones including 11am ET and 3pm UTC. While the exact rewards for the Season 7 pass have not yet been revealed, it will feature 40 levels of rewards for both MyCareer and MyTeam modes, with an optional paid version offering additional items.
How a trio of Canadian modders stumbled into making an official Die Hard game: 'I've had projects disappear that had 10 times the promise that this did'
This article details the journey of Canadian modders Russ Bullock, Bryan Ekman, and Jay Holtslander as they transformed an unofficial Half-Life mod into the official Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza game. The founders of Piranha Games faced challenges with engine choices, creative differences, and the transition from modding to commercial development, ultimately leading to Holtslander's departure before the game's release.
Project ETHOS Faces Layoffs as 31st Union Head Says “Changes Need To Be Made”
31st Union, the developer of Project ETHOS, has conducted layoffs, with studio head Ben Brinkman citing the need for the team to work more quickly and nimbly. Publisher 2K confirmed the news, which follows a period of silence since the game's reveal in October 2024. The studio described Project ETHOS as a skill-based PVP roguelike experience.
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Nintendo reported a 98.6% surge in fiscal year sales, reaching $14.6 billion, boosted by the launch of the Nintendo Switch. In separate news, 2K has laid off staff working on the free-to-play shooter Project Ethos, indicating a shift in focus for the project.
2K Lays Off Staff at Project Ethos Dev 31st Union
2K has laid off employees at its studio 31st Union, which is developing the free-to-play roguelike shooter Project Ethos. Studio head Ben Brinkman stated the cuts are necessary to align with the game's development, despite expressing confidence in its future. The exact number of employees affected and the game's current development stage remain unclear amidst concerns about the viability of live-service titles.
2K makes layoffs at Project Ethos developer 31st Union
2K-owned studio 31st Union, developer of the free-to-play shooter Project Ethos, has undergone layoffs. Studio head Ben Brinkman stated the downsizing is necessary for a renewed direction and to work more quickly. This follows a previous round of layoffs in January 2024 and the reported firing of former studio head Michael Condrey.
GamesStop wants eBay, Nintendo confirms Switch 2 price hike, and union boss says EA buyout is a national security risk - Patch Notes #51
This week's gaming news roundup covers GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid for eBay, Nintendo's confirmation of price hikes for the Nintendo Switch 2, and concerns raised by a union boss regarding the potential Saudi Arabian buyout of Electronic Arts, citing national security risks. The article also touches on internal leadership changes at Xbox, layoffs at 2K, and the rebranding of CCP Games.
2K lays off staff at 31st Union, studio behind Project Ethos
2K has laid off staff from its 31st Union studio, which was developing the live-service hero shooter Project Ethos. Studio head Ben Brinkman cited the need to work more quickly and nimbly as the reason for scaling back the team. This follows earlier layoffs and a change in leadership at the studio, with Project Ethos reportedly undergoing a visual and directional overhaul.
2K lays off staff working on free-to-play shooter Project Ethos, while hinting at "new direction and focus"
2K has laid off staff at its studio 31st Union, which was developing the free-to-play shooter Project Ethos. Studio head Ben Brinkman stated the team was scaled back to align with the game's development stage and a renewed direction towards a skill-based PVP roguelike experience. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick previously championed the title as part of a strong upcoming lineup.
Developer Behind 2K's Project Ethos Suffers Layoffs, but Take-Two Is Sticking With the Game
The developer working on 2K's Project Ethos has experienced layoffs, but publisher 2K and its parent company Take-Two Interactive have confirmed their commitment to the game's development. Despite the workforce reduction, the project is expected to continue.
BioShock 4 is not cancelled as Take-Two boss owns up to Civilization 7 failings
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed that BioShock 4 is not cancelled and is currently in a good development state, though he acknowledged past wasted resources. He also took responsibility for Civilization 7's perceived shortcomings and explained that the delay of the Borderlands 4 Nintendo Switch port is to prioritize fixing the PC version.
