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Harvey Smith and fellow Arkane Austin veterans announce a new studio, Black Pony Immersive
Former Arkane Austin veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne have announced the formation of a new studio, Black Pony Immersive. The studio, founded in August 2025, aims to create ambitious immersive sim games, drawing on the team's experience from Arkane and other studios like Insomniac and Epic Games. Black Pony Immersive is currently working on an unannounced single-player narrative-rich game.
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith launches a new studio and it literally has the word 'Immersive' in the name
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith and executive producer Ben Horne have launched a new studio named Black Pony Immersive. The studio, comprised of developers from Arkane, Insomniac, and other major companies, aims to create singleplayer first-person action RPGs with emergent gameplay systems, drawing inspiration from classic immersive sim titles.
"Through the looking glass": as Arkane fight for their future, Dishonored veteran Harvey Smith reveals new studio dedicated to immersive sims
Harvey Smith, a veteran developer from Arkane Studios, has announced the formation of Black Pony Immersive, a new studio focused on creating imaginative first-person action RPGs and immersive sims. The studio, which includes other former Arkane developers, aims to build single-player games that reward player creativity and exploration. This announcement comes during a period of industry volatility, with Microsoft having recently closed Arkane Austin and currently negotiating the future of Arkane Lyon.
Game Subscriptions You Might Secretly Already Have
This article explores how consumers might already have access to game subscriptions through services they already use, beyond typical gaming platforms like Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus. It highlights offerings from Netflix, The New York Times, Rockstar's GTA+, Amazon Luna, and Epic Games Store's free weekly titles, detailing the types of games available through each.
Gamescom 2026 sets new record as number of country pavilions increases by 25%
Gamescom 2026 is set to break records with nearly 50 country pavilions, a 25% increase from the previous year, and over 1,600 exhibitors from 67 countries. The event has sold out all exhibition space, including the largest indie area to date, and will feature over 380 speakers across numerous sessions. The German Games Industry Association and Koelnmesse GmbH anticipate a significant economic impact and a diverse celebration of gaming culture.
Three Epic veterans are building an AI-powered game engine to break the industry's doom cycle
Industry veterans Arjan Brussee, Sjoerd De Jong, and Michal Valient have founded Immens, a new company aiming to develop an AI-powered game engine to challenge established players like Unity and Unreal Engine. The engine will focus on extensibility and flexibility, allowing developers to customize workflows and integrate AI tools to streamline development and reduce costs. The team believes this approach is necessary to break the current cycle of increasingly expensive game development and foster more creativity and risk-taking in the industry.
OG Doom Slayer may be coming to Fortnite in Season 4
Fortnite Season 4's trailer may have revealed the inclusion of the iconic Doom Slayer, alongside other video game characters like Mega Man and Crash Bandicoot. While not officially confirmed, fans have spotted what appears to be the Doom Slayer in the background, suggesting a potential collaboration that could bring weapons like the Super Shotgun or BFG into the game.
Fortnite’s Latest Star Wars Skin Requires a Trip to Disneyland
Fortnite is offering a new Star Wars skin, the Forsworn Trooper, which can only be obtained by riding the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Players must link their Epic Games account to their MyDisney account and use the Disneyland app while on the ride to become eligible for the cosmetic. This promotion is region-locked to specific countries, and a free Star Wars loading screen is available to all players through a creative island.
Fortnite’s New Gaming Battle Pass Only Has One Gaming Collab
Fortnite's upcoming Chapter 7 Season 4 battle pass, themed around retro gaming, will reportedly feature Sonic the Hedgehog as its sole collaboration skin. While other characters like Crash Bandicoot and Mega Man were teased, Epic Games may be holding back some collaborations for later in the season. The new season, titled 'Override', is set to begin on Thursday, August 20.
Geralt Lands in Fortnite on August 20 as CD Projekt Red Preps a New Witcher 3 Expansion
Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be a playable character in Fortnite starting August 20 as part of its Chapter 7 Season 4, which focuses on video game crossovers. Separately, CD Projekt Red is developing a new story DLC for The Witcher 3 called 'Songs of the Past,' set to release sometime after 2027, which will bridge the narrative gap to the upcoming The Witcher 4, starring Ciri.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Goes Full Cyberpunk: Override Arrives August 20
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, titled Override, launches on August 20, heavily inspired by Cyberpunk 2077. The season introduces a cyberpunk aesthetic and features a massive roster of crossover characters including Sonic the Hedgehog, Crash Bandicoot, Joker from Persona 5, Mega Man, and Lara Croft. The gameplay will revolve around players overriding the game's system, with new map elements inspired by various franchises and new weapons expected.
Disney Is Bringing Fortnite Into Its Real-World Star Wars Rides
Disney has invested over $1.5 billion into Epic Games to integrate Fortnite with its theme park attractions, starting with the Smuggler's Run ride at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. This collaboration introduces a new Fortnite island, Smugglers Gambit, where in-ride actions can unlock in-game content, and requires users to connect their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts.
Why Online Games Are More Accessible Than Ever | Invision Game Community
Technologies like Unreal Engine and Unity, alongside cloud gaming services such as Xbox Cloud Gaming and Nvidia GeForce Now, have made online games more accessible than ever. These advancements allow players to enjoy games across various devices without needing powerful hardware, fostering a broader and more engaged gaming community, though a stable internet connection remains essential.
It looks like Fortnite is getting a Roblox collaboration, months after Epic boss Tim Sweeney referred to the rival game as a force that could "grow and eat gaming"
Fortnite is set to feature a collaboration with Roblox in its upcoming Chapter 7 Season 4: Override, despite past comments from Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney calling Roblox a threat to the gaming industry. The season will include characters from various gaming franchises, notably featuring the deer from Roblox's popular game '99 Nights in the Forest'. This crossover comes as Fortnite aims to boost player engagement amidst reported declines in playtime.
Star Wars has just returned to Fortnite, this time with a real-world Galaxy's Edge crossover
Fortnite has launched a new Star Wars crossover event, Star Wars: Smuggler's Gambit, which connects to the real-world Galaxy's Edge theme parks. Players can team up for co-op missions on the planet Ord Ryla, with special rewards offered for those who visit the parks in Orlando or Anaheim. The experience was built using Unreal Engine, allowing for asset integration between the game and the Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run attraction.
'A first step, not a finish line' — Disney and Epic Games have connected Disney World’s and Disneyland’s Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run to a brand-new Star Wars adventure in Fortnite
Disney and Epic Games have launched a new integration between the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride at Disney parks and the game Fortnite. This collaboration allows players to unlock in-game rewards in Fortnite by completing missions on the physical ride, marking a significant step towards a persistent, interoperable virtual universe promised by their partnership. The system uses Unreal Engine technology and aims to carry progress and story elements between the park experience and the game.
How I’m dealing with my video game backlog of 48 titles - Reader's Feature
A reader details their strategy for tackling a personal backlog of 48 video games, categorizing titles and discussing their purchasing habits. They highlight challenges with game length, difficulty, and digital ownership, while also reflecting on completed games and those they've abandoned.
Disney says that Kingdom Hearts is now a 'billion dollar franchise'
The Walt Disney Company has announced that the Kingdom Hearts series is now a 'billion dollar franchise,' according to an investor-focused article. This achievement places it among Disney's top-grossing properties, alongside mobile game Marvel Strike Force. The article also touches on Disney's relationship with Epic Games and the success of Marvel Rivals.
OG Gears of War lead says "wallbouncing in Gears" is like his cult classic platformer helping turn fans into furries: "It wasn't the intended nor desired effect, yet here we are"
Original Gears of War lead Cliff Bleszinski commented that the series' signature wallbouncing mechanic, while fun, was an unintended consequence that has dominated the competitive multiplayer meta. He compared this to his earlier platformer, Jazz Jackrabbit, which he believes unexpectedly became a gateway for fans into the furry community. Bleszinski feels wallbouncing breaks the game for players who don't master it, a problem Gears of War: E-Day aims to address.
The Epic Games Launcher will be available on Linux 'soon' says dev, after it's had a bit of work
An Epic Games developer has indicated that the Epic Games Store launcher will soon be available natively on Linux. While not part of the preview release, the developer stated that more work is required beyond simply having a build that can run on the operating system. This development aligns with a growing trend of increased Linux support in the gaming space, with other storefronts like GOG also preparing Linux versions.
