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Bloober Team expands leadership, as studio steps up to seven horror titles in active development
Bloober Team, the developer behind the Silent Hill 2 remake, has expanded its leadership team and is now actively developing seven horror titles, including two single-player games and five in co-development. CEO Piotr Babieno emphasized a focus on sustainable development and financial discipline over rapid, reckless growth. The studio aims for a balanced approach with two core first-party production teams and an expanding co-development label.
Bloober Team Has 7 Games in Active Development
Bloober Team has announced several leadership changes, appointing new heads for studio production, publishing, and business development. The studio currently has seven games in active development, with five being co-developed under the Black Mirror Games label. CEO Piotr Babieno emphasized a strategy of sustainable development and long-term stability, aiming for a balance between ambition and responsibility without reckless growth or layoffs.
Games Inbox: What video game has the most bugs and glitches?
Readers discuss which video games are the buggiest, with Fallout: New Vegas and Cyberpunk 2077 being frequently mentioned. The conversation also touches on the merits of retro gaming versus modern titles and the challenges of releasing major games during the holiday season.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare IV Allegedly Launches in October
The next Call of Duty installment, reportedly titled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare IV, is allegedly set to launch in October, according to insider reports. This title would be the next in the Modern Warfare reboot series, following Modern Warfare III which was released in November 2023. The article also touches on details of Modern Warfare III's multiplayer maps and its new open-world Zombies mode developed by Treyarch.
Gaming Community Divided Over Xbox and Activision Job Cuts
The gaming community is divided over recent layoffs at Xbox and Activision, sparking debates about industry awareness versus personal engagement with games. This discourse highlights a growing tension between viewing games as corporate products and appreciating the human effort behind them, especially in the context of industry consolidation.
New report claims Microsoft is considering changing Day One access to Call of Duty on Game Pass
A new report suggests Microsoft is considering removing Call of Duty from its Game Pass Day One offering due to perceived "cracks" in the subscription service's strategy. This potential change comes as Xbox is reportedly exploring new Game Pass tiers and pricing models.
Call of Duty Could Be Removed From Game Pass This Year – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Microsoft may remove the Call of Duty franchise from its Game Pass subscription service later this year. This comes despite the franchise's significant revenue generation for Xbox, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The decision could be influenced by the performance of recent titles and the overall strategy for the franchise's future.
Imminent removal of CoD from Game Pass will show ‘cracks’ in Microsoft’s gaming strategy, leaker suggests
Leaker Jez Corden suggests that the potential removal of Call of Duty from Xbox Game Pass' Day One program could expose weaknesses in Microsoft's gaming strategy. Such a move might be intended to boost game sales by encouraging players to purchase titles at full price, though it could impact the perceived value of higher Game Pass tiers.
Call of Duty: Mobile Season 5 Brings The Boys Crossover Event
Call of Duty: Mobile is collaborating with the Prime Video series The Boys for its upcoming Season 5 update. This crossover event will introduce playable characters, themed bundle rewards, and legendary weapons inspired by the show. The event aligns with the premiere of The Boys' final season.
Cliffhanger
Cliffhanger, a beat 'em up developed by Malibu Interactive and published by Sony Imagesoft, is considered one of the worst movie-licensed titles of its era. The game loosely follows the plot of the movie but suffers from stiff controls, tedious combat, and frustrating platforming segments, making it a boring and uninspired experience.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Expands Accessibility
Activision has announced a new, free accessibility Pilot Program for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. This program introduces expanded control options, including support for Cephable, to enhance the gaming experience for a wider range of players.
Call Of Duty Adds New Accessibility Options, Including Voice And Head Commands
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has introduced new accessibility options, including voice and head commands, through a collaboration with AI software platform Cephable. These features allow players to control the game using alternative inputs, offering greater customization for disabled gamers across various modes. The integration was tested with the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat team and members of the disabled community.
Call Of Duty Might Never Have Existed, And It's Because Of James Bond
The Call of Duty franchise might not exist if not for a missed opportunity involving James Bond. In the early 2000s, Electronic Arts was developing 007: Nightfire and considered 2015, Inc. (founded by Vince Zampella and Jason West) for its PC port. After EA chose Gearbox Software instead, Zampella and West partnered with Activision to form Infinity Ward, leading to the creation of Call of Duty.
GTA Online fans might not have to wait long after GTA 6’s launch, reputable leaker says
A reputable leaker suggests that Grand Theft Auto Online could launch within one month of Grand Theft Auto 6's release, potentially before the end of 2026. This timeline aligns with the historical release window between Grand Theft Auto 5 and its online component. The early release could also benefit parent company Take-Two Interactive financially.
Everything Evercade: All the latest cartridge releases and consoles for Blaze's modern retro platform
Blaze's Evercade platform has expanded significantly since its 2020 debut, offering a range of retro consoles from handhelds to arcade machines that utilize physical cartridges. Recent releases include Taito Arcade 3 and The Turrican Collection, with upcoming compilations like Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 and Activision Collection 2 on the horizon. The Evercade Nexus handheld is set to offer enhanced features for early 3D games, while the platform's unique emulation approach prioritizes convenience and accuracy over user customization.
'Video games are cooked' — founder of No More Robots condemns gen AI in gaming and says 'from a publisher perspective, it's mega annoying'
Mike Rose, founder of No More Robots, has strongly criticized the use of generative AI in video games, stating that it makes the industry 'cooked' from a publisher's perspective. He notes the increasing prevalence of AI-generated content in game demos and art, making it harder for publishers to compete. Rose believes that despite negative sentiment, AI usage in games is inevitable and will continue to grow.
Games Inbox: What is the best PS5 game?
Readers discuss their favorite PlayStation 5 games, with Elden Ring being a popular choice. The discussion also touches on the potential for Star Fox and Ecco the Dolphin remasters, concerns about developer survival, and the future of live service games.
All The Lost Outpost event rewards in Black Ops 7 and Warzone
The Lost Outpost event is now live in Call of Duty Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone, offering players new rewards. Players can collect 'Beacons' from eliminations in Zombies, Multiplayer, Endgame, and Warzone modes, or from Supply Caches in Warzone. These Beacons can be traded for Care Packages containing various in-game items, including weapon blueprints, skins, and XP tokens.
A decade ago, Call of Duty sidelined its iconic progression system to dabble in gacha instead, and I was glad I'd…
A decade after Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare introduced weapon variants tied to gacha mechanics through Supply Drops, the article reflects on how this monetization strategy impacted the game. While the variants offered unique gameplay tweaks, their acquisition was heavily reliant on RNG, a system that has persisted in various forms throughout the Call of Duty franchise.
IGN Entertainment and Dentsu Gaming announce Women in Gaming UK event
IGN Entertainment and Dentsu Gaming are hosting a Women in Gaming UK networking event on April 17, featuring panels, a headshot studio, and Meta hardware demos. The article also details the retirement of Brian Raffel, co-founder of Raven Software, after 36 years in the industry, highlighting his contributions to titles like Hexen and the Call of Duty franchise. Additionally, it briefly mentions the union contract ratified by Raven Software workers with Microsoft.
