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Retro Gamer231dNegative

New AAA games could cost $300 million or "much more" to make, insider says, which might help "explain the current state of the industry" amid layoffs and studio closures

Insider reports suggest that AAA game development budgets are now reaching $300 million or significantly more, contributing to the ongoing industry issues like layoffs and studio closures. Companies like Epic Games, Electronic Arts, and Ubisoft have recently undergone significant downsizing. This trend raises questions about the sustainability of current development costs.

Games Press231dVery positive

Diva Agency Launches New Creator And Community Division Dedicated To Fan Engagement, Creator Partnerships And Community Building

Diva Agency has launched a new Creator and Community engagement division to focus on fan engagement and influencer marketing for its entertainment clients. The new team, led by Charlotte Willis, aims to build authentic connections between brands and their audiences across online niches. This expansion follows a significant growth year for Diva's PR and Comms business.

Rock Paper Shotgun231dPositive

Just in time for Bethesda's Terran Armada DLC and Free Lanes update, seamless Starfield custom animation mods are finally possible

New tools for Starfield, dubbed Starfield Animation IO, now allow for seamless custom animations, a significant breakthrough for the game's modding scene. Modder Neeher has created a first-person running animation, though animating custom weapon parts remains a future goal.

CGmag Online232dVery positive

Metacritic Names Top Game Publishers of 2025 With Square Enix Leading

Metacritic has released its annual ranking of top game publishers for 2025, based on the critical reception of their released titles. Square Enix secured the number one spot, driven by strong performances from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and other titles. Capcom and Gamirror Games followed in second and third place, respectively, with Microsoft rounding out the top five.

Retro Gamer232dPositive

Fallout: New Vegas devs "did a great job" of shepherding the spirit of the RPG series, Bethesda veteran admits…

Former Bethesda developers Jonah Lobe and Nate Purkeypile discuss Fallout: New Vegas, acknowledging Obsidian Entertainment's success in capturing the Fallout spirit despite Bethesda's foundational work on the engine and art assets. They reflect on the comparisons between New Vegas and Bethesda's own Fallout 3 and 4, noting that while New Vegas excelled in storytelling, its world design and dungeons were not as strong. Todd Howard also briefly commented on game character.

PC Gamer232dVery negative

'Cripple their sales, tank their stock price. Stop collaborating with them as developers': New Blood CEO on…

New Blood Interactive co-founder Dave Oshry and developer David Szymanski have voiced strong criticism against Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI rendering technology. They argue that the AI-driven approach disrespects artistic intent, potentially devalues game art, and that features like DLSS are becoming effectively mandatory in modern games, despite their performance and visual drawbacks.

PC Gamer232dPositive

Fallout megamod maker says there were 'moments of uncertainty' about how okay Bethesda was with it, but gives props to Todd for staying cool about the whole thing

The project lead for the Fallout 4 megamod Fallout: London, Dean Carter, expressed concerns during its five-year development that Bethesda might not approve of the large-scale fan project. However, these fears were unfounded, with Carter praising Bethesda and Todd Howard for their supportive stance. The article also touches on the increasing reliance of publishers on user-generated content to maintain game longevity and mentions similar positive relationships Bethesda has had with other modding teams, such as Skyblivion.

Ubgurukul233dVery positive

Notable Amazon Prime Video Series Worth Streaming

Amazon Prime Video offers a diverse selection of series, including thrillers like "Steal" and "The Night Manager," dramas, and genre blends. Standout titles include the critically acclaimed video game adaptation "Fallout," the superhero satire "Gen V," the animated "Invincible," and the epic fantasy "The Wheel of Time."

Gaming Bolt233dNeutral

Nvidia DLSS 5 – Why Is It So Controversial?

NVIDIA's new DLSS 5 technology is facing significant controversy within the gaming community, with concerns that it may override developers' artistic visions and homogenize game aesthetics. While NVIDIA claims the technology is controllable by developers and optional for players, early demonstrations on well-known games like Resident Evil 4, Starfield, and Hogwarts Legacy have drawn criticism for altering character appearances and game tone. The article discusses both the criticisms and NVIDIA's defense, suggesting that clearer communication and more nuanced demonstrations are needed to build trust.

Retro Gamer233dPositive

Todd Howard defends "VO line flub" in Oblivion Remastered since "it's part of the game’s character," but some bugs only stick around because they're "so complicated"

Todd Howard defended the decision to leave voice-over line flubs and other bugs in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, stating they are part of the game's character. He explained that fixing some bugs is too complicated, and that the team prioritizes which issues to address on a case-by-case basis.

Gaming Bolt234dPositive

Starfield Developers Ensure Player Feedback Aligns With Their Opinions Before Making Changes

Bethesda is incorporating player feedback into Starfield's development, aligning it with their own design goals. Studio design director Emil Pagliarulo explained that the team continuously plays the game post-launch to identify areas where player desires match their own, leading to improvements like more rewarding exploration and fleshed-out points of interest. Creative producer Tim Lamb noted that while updates have slowed, larger bundles like the Free Lanes update are being prepared, with a PlayStation 5 version and the Terran Armada expansion also slated for release on April 7th.