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Penguin Colony is not messing around with its statement on the Palestinian genocide, banning sale in Israel and calling out the games industry in-game
Origame Digital's new game, Penguin Colony, directly addresses the ongoing Palestinian genocide and criticizes the gaming industry's silence. The game is not for sale in Israel, a decision supported by publisher Fellow Traveler as a show of solidarity. The developer encourages other studios to take similar stances against complicity.
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel
Origame Digital, the developer of Penguin Colony, has blocked the sale of its new game in Israel as a political statement of solidarity with Palestine. Publisher Fellow Traveller confirmed the decision, stating that developers have the right to control where their games are sold. The game itself features a post-credits scene criticizing Israel's actions.
Big Walk Won’t Come To Xbox Until Microsoft Is No Longer A BDS Boycott Target
Developer House House has decided not to release its game Big Walk on Xbox Series X|S as a show of support for the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement, which targets Microsoft due to its contracts with the Israeli government. While the developers acknowledge the disappointment this may cause, they state the game will not be available on Xbox until Microsoft is removed as a boycott target. The Palestinian BDS movement supports this decision and encourages further boycotts of Xbox.
Evening Reading - October 15, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the first playable demo for El Paso, Elsewhere 2, the launch trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, and an announcement for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Expansion Pass. Arc System Works has established a new Tokyo studio, and Sega has apologized for and delisted Total War: Shogun 2. The Long Dark: Iron Road DLC is set for release, and Activision Quality Assurance workers are voting to authorize a strike. The article also touches on gaming-related topics like Star Wars, reviews for Tales of Eternia Remastered and Tenebris Somnia, and early access for Poly Fighter.
House House won’t release Big Walk on Xbox in support of Palestine’s BDS movement
Developer House House will not release their game Big Walk on Xbox in support of the Palestine-led Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement, citing Microsoft's alleged complicity in human rights violations. The critically acclaimed game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Big Walk devs explain why it isn't on Xbox and likely never will be, 'not until Microsoft and/or Xbox have been removed as BDS boycott targets'
Developer House House has confirmed that their co-op game Big Walk will not be released on Xbox due to the Palestinian-led BDS movement's call to boycott Microsoft and Xbox. The studio cited Microsoft's alleged use of Azure for storing intercepted telecommunications data from Gaza and The West Bank as the reason for the boycott target designation. While acknowledging the decision will disappoint some players, House House stated their belief in collective action for meaningful change.
House House will not release Big Walk on Xbox in support of pro-Palestinian BDS campaign
Melbourne-based developer House House will not release its co-op game Big Walk on Xbox due to support for the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) campaign, which has designated Microsoft Games and Xbox as boycott targets. This decision, while understood to disappoint players, aligns with the developer's belief in collective action for meaningful change. Other indie developers have also taken similar stances against Microsoft's alleged complicity in Israeli actions.
Big Walk devs House House announce support for BDS Microsoft boycott, say the co-op puzzler isn't coming to Xbox
Big Walk developers House House have announced their support for the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions movement's boycott of Microsoft and Xbox. Citing business ties with the Israeli military, the studio confirmed their co-op puzzler Big Walk will not be released on Xbox platforms, despite the intention for it to be a multiplayer experience. This decision aligns with other developers protesting Microsoft's business practices.
Big Walk developer explains the lack of Xbox version is due to Microsoft's place on the BDS boycott
Developer House House has explained that the co-operative puzzle game Big Walk will not be released on Xbox due to Microsoft's inclusion on a BDS boycott list. The studio cited Microsoft's partnership with Israel and its use of Azure Cloud and AI systems in the ongoing subjugation of Palestinians as reasons for Xbox's inclusion on the list. This decision means some players will be unable to play Big Walk with their friends.
Big Walk Developer Explains Why the Game Isn't on Xbox
House House, the developer of Big Walk, has explained its decision to boycott Xbox, stating the game will not be available on Microsoft's console. This boycott is a deliberate choice by the studio.
Tonda Ros, creator of Blue Prince, has played UFO 50 for almost 700 hours: 'I think it's easily my favourite…
Game developer Tonda Ros, creator of Blue Prince, shares his extensive playtime with UFO 50, calling it his favorite game of the last 20 years. He also discusses his current play of Cairn and the recently finished Big Walk, highlighting their intuitive controls and impactful narratives. Ros also reaffirms his enduring love for Myst, which remains installed on his PC.
PC and console revenue charts led by new releases in August | Newzoo charts
New releases like EA Sports Madden NFL 27 and Big Walk led August's revenue charts, while established titles like Fortnite and Helldivers 2 saw significant growth in monthly active users. Collaborations and cross-media tie-ins, such as those in Fortnite and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, were key drivers for audience expansion.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
Big Walk Is Devastating (in a Good Way)
Big Walk is a co-op game by House House that excels at fostering connection between friends, especially those separated by distance. The game's simple mechanics, low stakes, and emphasis on communication create a deeply engaging experience. Its beautiful, realistic world and surprisingly emotional ending make it a standout title for shared online adventures.
My favourite soundtrack of 2026 so far is tucked in one of this year's biggest sleeper hits
The article praises the soundtrack of the co-op game Big Walk, developed by House House, as its favorite of 2026 so far. The music, created by Australian duo aksfx, features ethereal beats and vocals that enhance the game's exploration and emotional moments, particularly when discovered through in-game radio stations.
Review: Big Walk (Nintendo Switch 2)
Big Walk on Nintendo Switch offers a cooperative puzzle-solving adventure that, while enjoyable with friends, suffers from design choices that hinder its online multiplayer experience. The game's emphasis on adventuring and puzzle mechanics is strong, but limitations like single-item carrying and impractical communication methods create unnecessary hurdles, making it best suited for players with ample free time and stable internet connections.
Steam Week in Review: Here are the top 10 most popular genres on Steam
A new report analyzing Steam revenue data reveals that sandbox games have the highest 'hit rate,' meaning the largest percentage of games within the genre earn over $100,000. First-person shooters, RPGs, and simulation games also show strong performance. The study used the Boxleiter method to estimate sales based on review counts.
EA staff worries over Saudi buyout, Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, and Peak's last major update - Patch Notes #66
This article covers several gaming industry developments, including employee concerns at Electronic Arts following a Saudi buyout, ongoing leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the final update for the game Peak. It also touches on FromSoftware's new game The Duskbloods, Compulsion Games' management buyout from Xbox, PlayStation's struggles with live-service games, and the use of AI in game development.
Filling Big Walk with people who had no one to play with demonstrated how deceptively profound it can be
This article explores the profound impact of social connection in the game Big Walk, detailing an experiment where the author gathered infrequent online gamers. It highlights how the game's simple mechanics foster emergent social interactions and create memorable shared experiences, even among strangers.
Scabby versus Sharma, Twitch's GenAI admission, and Netflix shutters more studios - Patch Notes #65
Netflix has closed two more internal game studios, Night School Studio and Moonloot Games, despite recent success with its cloud gaming launches. Meanwhile, Twitch confirmed it will use user data to train Amazon's generative AI models by default. In other news, union workers protested Xbox's layoffs with a large inflatable rat and red flags, while the game 'Big Walk' surpassed one million sales and a game preservation project regained funding after previous cuts.
