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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director "really proud" the gay romance he pushed for, which is somehow totally different to "woke" games' representation, is up for awardsKingdom Come: Deliverance 2's creative director Daniel Vávra expressed pride in the game's portrayal of a gay romance option, contrasting it with what he calls "woke" games. He emphasized player choice and natural integration, while also stating his annoyance with forced "woke" content in the entertainment industry. The game received award nominations from Gayming Magazine for its LGBTQ+ representation.
Screamer Accolade Trailer is Out NowScreamer, a new arcade racing game with fighting elements and an anime-inspired storyline, has released its Accolade Trailer. Developed by Milestone S.r.l. and published by PLAION, the game features rival teams competing in illegal street races, inspired by '80s and '90s anime. The game includes animated cutscenes by Polygon Pictures and voice acting from Troy Baker and Aleks Le.- MMO Week in Review: EQ Legends’ beta, Ashes of Creation’s dramaThis week's MMO news roundup covers the upcoming closed beta for EverQuest Legends and ongoing legal drama surrounding Ashes of Creation. Several other titles like AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity, Dune Awakening, and Temtem Pioneers also saw significant updates or funding news.
The best Marvel video game you've never played is coming to Switch 2Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, originally released in 2021, is reportedly receiving a native port for the Nintendo Switch 2. A listing on the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee suggests the action-adventure game, developed by Eidos-Montréal and published by Square Enix, will be available on the new console. This follows the game's previous release on the original Nintendo Switch as a cloud version.
Resident Evil Requiem Channels An Unmistakable Lord Of The Rings Horror SceneA boss fight in Resident Evil 4 draws striking visual parallels to the Shelob encounter from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. While Capcom has not commented, the scene's composition is remarkably similar to the film. The article also notes other Lord of the Rings games in development and the success of Resident Evil 4.
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.
Tomb Raider remake to be delayed to 2027 claims insiderAn insider claims that the Tomb Raider remake, Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis, has been delayed to February 2027, missing its original 2026 release window and the franchise's 30th anniversary. This potential delay, along with ongoing layoffs at developer Crystal Dynamics following its acquisition by Embracer Group, raises uncertainty about the future of the franchise, including the previously announced Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
Limited Run Seemingly Throws Old Guard Under The Bus, Promising No Future DelaysLimited Run Games, a subsidiary of Embracer Group, has announced that future release dates will be more accurate following a period of significant delays and quality control issues. The company's new leadership acknowledged that previous delivery dates were too aggressive, leading to customer disappointment. While many outstanding preorders have been pushed back to late 2026, the publisher promises greater transparency and reliability for future orders.
Embracer layoffs, Nintendo's patent problem, and is Baby Steps an Uncharted sequel? - Patch Notes #46Several game development studios have announced layoffs and closures, including Embracer Group's Eidos Montreal and Ivy Road. Shinji Mikami has founded a new studio, Unbound Inc., with Shift Up. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is performing well at the box office, while Nintendo's patent for a sub-character combat mechanic has been rejected. Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability issues, and VR developer Polyarc has also made layoffs.
Mobile-focused studio Coffee Stain Malmö shuts downCoffee Stain has closed its mobile-focused studio in Malmö, Sweden. The studio's VP of mobile, Daniel Persson, announced the closure on LinkedIn, expressing pride in the team's accomplishments. It is unclear if the 17 employees were laid off or reassigned within the Coffee Stain Group, which was recently spun out from Embracer Group.
Goat Simulator maker Coffee Stain shutters Malmo studioCoffee Stain Malmo, the Swedish mobile studio behind Goat Simulator 3 and Songs of Conquest Mobile, has been shut down. The closure affects 17 employees, with the future of the team members currently unclear. This follows a broader restructuring program at parent company Embracer Group, which has led to widespread layoffs and studio closures across its subsidiaries.
Eidos-Montréal's latest round of layoffs reportedly follows the cancellation of an "almost complete" open-world gameEidos-Montréal has reportedly laid off approximately 124 employees following the cancellation of an "almost complete" open-world game tentatively titled Wildlands. Studio head David Anfossi has also departed. The game, which had been in development since early 2019, reportedly suffered from numerous issues including engine changes, narrative conflicts, and an exploding budget.
Crystal Dynamics Is Reportedly Working on A LOTR GameReports suggest Crystal Dynamics is developing a new action game based on The Lord of the Rings, contradicting earlier rumors that Warhorse Studios was involved. This project reportedly has $100 million in funding. Separately, an MMORPG based on The Lord of the Rings developed by Amazon Games has allegedly been cancelled.- Kingdom Come-studion sägs göra ett Lord of the Rings-spelRumors suggest that Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is developing an open-world game based on The Lord of the Rings, aiming to rival Hogwarts Legacy. Another rumor points to Crystal Dynamics as the developer, with Saudi Arabian funding involved in both potential projects. Embracer Group, which owns the Lord of the Rings game rights, has declined to comment.
Rumour: Deus Ex Dev Spent Hundreds of Millions on an Open World Action Game Before Mass Layoffs HitEidos Montreal reportedly spent hundreds of millions of dollars on an open-world action game codenamed P11, which was nearly complete before its cancellation. This cancellation, alongside mass layoffs affecting 124 employees, occurred after the studio was sold to Embracer Group in 2022. The troubled project reportedly went through four different game engines during its development.
New Lord of the Rings Game Comes from Tomb Raider Dev, It's ClaimedCrystal Dynamics is reportedly leading the development of a new video game set in The Lord of the Rings universe, with funding from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. The title is rumored to be a competitor to Hogwarts Legacy and has been in development for some time, though it is still some way from release. This project comes as Crystal Dynamics is also working on two Tomb Raider titles.- Beloved RPG studio to make massive Lord of the Rings game, according to rumorRumors suggest that Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance, is developing a large-scale, open-world role-playing game set in The Lord of the Rings universe. The project is reportedly backed by $100 million in investment from the United Arab Emirates, with Embracer Group potentially involved.
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance Review | Giant BombLegacy of Kain: Ascendance is a new retro 2D platformer that attempts to expand the series' lore with a controversial retcon. While it features familiar characters like Raziel and Kain, the story shifts focus to Raziel's sister, Elaleth, whose role in past events is drastically altered. The game suffers from inconsistent art direction and gameplay mechanics that become chores, ultimately feeling like a weak addition to the franchise despite bringing back much of the original voice cast.
Cancellation Of Almost-Complete Game From Eidos Montreal Resulted In Layoffs - ReportA report indicates that recent mass layoffs at Eidos Montreal were caused by the cancellation of an almost-complete project codenamed P11. The open-world, third-person action-adventure game reportedly cost hundreds of millions of dollars and was slated for release this year. Studio head David Anfossi also departed following the layoffs.
New The Lord Of The Rings Game Coming From Tomb Raider Studio - ReportCrystal Dynamics, known for the Tomb Raider series, is reportedly developing a new game set in The Lord of the Rings universe. The Embracer Group-owned studio is said to be aiming for this title to compete with Hogwarts Legacy. This project is in addition to other Lord of the Rings games reportedly in development by Embracer-owned studios.