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Clutch Studio Encountered “Actually Offensive” Offers When Hunting For New Publisher
Maverick Games, the developer of the narrative racing game Clutch, has faced challenges finding a new publisher after Amazon Games dropped the title. COO Harinder Sangha stated that some publishers presented "offensive" and lopsided deals, attempting to take advantage of the independent studio. The game is set to release in Spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
MMO Week in Review: Gamescom, Asura, and Ascension
Gamescom was the dominant event this week, bringing news for numerous MMOs including launch dates for Aion 2 and Path of Exile 2, and trailers for Dune Awakening, Sea of Remnants, and Cinder City. Star Citizen's Squadron 42 received another delay into 2027, while Guild Wars 3 revealed its Asura, and Blizzard shut down another World of Warcraft private server. Other news included updates for Throne and Liberty, Ultima Online, and The Division 2, alongside discussions on game design, AI training lawsuits, and the shutdown of the Project Ascension World of Warcraft emulator.
Lost Ark’s The Bitter Cold update is live with a new extreme raid and a hat-wearing panda rickshaw
Lost Ark's "The Bitter Cold" update is now live, introducing the Kazeros Raid: Act 2 Extreme difficulty and new cosmetic items, including a panda-pulled rickshaw. Amazon Games is also handing over publishing duties back to Smilegate, as anticipated by players.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Long-Awaited PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Delayed, Skipping Disc – Report
The PlayStation 5 action-adventure game Tomb Raider: Catalyst has reportedly been delayed to 2028 and may skip a disc release. Amazon Games boss Jeffrey Gattis indicated the new release window, with another game, Legacy of Atlantis, also facing a delay to February 2027. If Catalyst misses its potential January 2028 launch, it might not be released on physical disc due to Sony's production cut-off.
MMO Week in Review: FFXIV in Berlin, Black Desert in SoCal, and Jimothy saturation
This week's MMO news covers Final Fantasy XIV's Fan Festival in Berlin, Black Desert's Heidel Ball, and the early access launch of SEED. Updates were also provided for Dungeons & Dragons Online, Aion 2, and The Guild reunion movie. Several games saw controversy including World of Warcraft staff cheating, Elder Scrolls Online capacity issues, and Microsoft layoffs.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst delayed to 2028
The upcoming game Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed and is now slated for a 2028 release, according to Amazon Games chief Jeffrey Gattis. This delay comes amidst reports of significant layoffs at developer Crystal Dynamics, raising concerns about the studio's stability and its impact on ongoing projects.
Amazon Gaming boss says high hardware prices could be good news for its Luna cloud gaming program
Amazon Gaming boss Jeffrey Gattis believes that high hardware prices could benefit Amazon's cloud gaming service, Luna. He suggests that as consoles and PCs become more expensive, more consumers may consider cloud gaming solutions. Gattis also noted that Amazon has a clearer gaming strategy now, focusing on reaching players who might be priced out of traditional hardware.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst Delay to 2028 Confirmed by Amazon Games Boss
Amazon Games has confirmed that Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed and is now expected to release in 2028. This delay aligns with previous suspicions regarding the game's development timeline.
Some Lost Ark player are facing an account issue so bad that Amazon told them to stay logged out
Amazon Games has advised some Lost Ark players to refrain from logging into the game due to severe account issues. The company is actively working on a restoration plan for affected accounts and will provide further details once the undisclosed problem is resolved and it is safe to play.
Tomb Raider Catalyst delayed until 2028
Amazon Games has announced that Tomb Raider: Catalyst has been delayed from its previously planned 2027 release to 2028. The game, built in Unreal Engine 5, will feature Lara Croft on a new adventure in Northern India. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is slated for release in 2028 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
With $1,000 Consoles On The Horizon, Amazon Games Boss Offers A Solution That Absolutely No One Asked For
Amazon Games boss Jeff Gattis proposes cloud gaming as a solution to the rising cost of consoles, suggesting it can expand the market to players who cannot afford dedicated hardware. He acknowledges that while consoles are important, the increasing price of hardware, potentially exceeding $1,000, will make cloud gaming a more attractive option for a larger audience. Gattis believes this approach aims to reach underserved players rather than replace existing platforms like consoles and PCs.
PSA: Lost Ark is purging guilds with no active members over the last year
Amazon Games will be purging inactive guilds in Lost Ark starting the week of July 22nd as part of ongoing server health improvements. Guilds will be removed if all members have been permanently banned or have not logged in for over 12 months. This cleanup will not affect character data, inventory, progression, or currency, and players can create new guilds if theirs is removed.
5 Live Service Games to Quit in 2026 | TAG
This article provides a framework for players to quit live service games they no longer enjoy, arguing that obligation and FOMO should not dictate continued play. It identifies five specific games—Destiny 2, Diablo 4 seasonal, Warframe, Lost Ark, and older MMOs—as candidates for quitting in 2026, and offers a step-by-step guide to breaking free from the cycle of retention-engineered gameplay.
MINIBOSS SOLUTIONS FORMS ADVISORY BOARD, NAMES INAUGURAL MEMBERS
Miniboss Solutions, an embedded publishing leadership team, has established an advisory board with industry veterans Sarah Anderson and Yoshio Osaki as its inaugural members. The board will provide strategic counsel to Miniboss as it assists game studios like Smilegate and VOID Interactive with publishing strategy and execution. This move aims to enhance Miniboss's expertise and support its growth as a leader in the games industry.
Rockstar workers hit back, PlayStation ditches physical discs, and chipmakers accused of price fixing - Patch Notes #59
Several significant developments have occurred in the gaming industry, including Rockstar Games facing accusations of pay inequity and crunch, Sony's PlayStation preparing to discontinue physical software production in January 2028, and major chipmakers being sued for alleged price-fixing. Additionally, Ubisoft has hired Christoph Hartmann to oversee its Tom Clancy franchises, while Krafton has agreed to pay bonuses to the Subnautica 2 developer Unknown Worlds following a legal dispute and CEO resignation. Microsoft is also reportedly testing a disc-to-digital feature for its Xbox consoles.
Even Hideo Kojima is afraid that 'digital data will no longer be owned by individuals' and that access to art…
Hideo Kojima has expressed concerns about the future of digital ownership, fearing that players will eventually lose control over their digital data and access to art. This sentiment is amplified by Sony's reported move towards a fully digital PlayStation ecosystem by 2028, raising anxieties about game preservation and the potential loss of access to purchased content due to external factors like server shutdowns or company closures.
Ubisoft taps former 2K president Christoph Hartmann to oversee shooter franchises
Ubisoft has appointed former 2K president Christoph Hartmann to lead its new 'Creative House 2' division, which focuses on shooter franchises like The Division, Ghost Recon, and Splinter Cell. This move comes as Ubisoft restructures its studio ecosystem, which has also involved significant cost-cutting measures and layoffs.
Comings and Goings
Ubisoft has hired Christoph Hartmann, formerly of Amazon Games, to lead its new creative house. Separately, a former director from Unreal Engine has retired from Epic Games after 15 years.