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"I literally built an investment firm that wouldn't have funded my own pitch" – Why the money isn't reaching the games that need itA workshop at the Madeira Games Summit revealed a significant gap between game developers and investors, leading to funding being concentrated on established companies and risk-averse projects. Participants, including former PlayStation executive Adam Boyes, found that when tasked with designing investment funds, they prioritized tools and infrastructure over traditional game content. The core issue identified is a difference in mindset and communication, with developers needing to articulate financial returns more effectively to secure investment for original games.
Game Pass Adds A Fan Favourite As Eight Games Prepare To LeaveXbox Game Pass is adding RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 to its library across various tiers, including PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. However, eight games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider and Slay the Spire, will be removed from the service on June 30th.
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 aren't being remastered on PS5 and PS4, Activision says, they're just…Activision has clarified that the upcoming PlayStation releases of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are ports, not remasters. Developed by Treyarch with Iron Galaxy, these versions will largely retain the original game's features and graphics from the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 era, with campaign, multiplayer, and zombies included.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1&2 PlayStation re-releases are not remasters, Activision confirms: here's why you should temper your expectationsActivision has confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are being ported to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, with developer Treyarch announcing a July release. Iron Galaxy is handling the porting duties, which are explicitly stated to be ports, not remasters. This distinction is important as it suggests limited enhancements and potential issues with older server infrastructure, unlike the backwards compatibility available on Xbox.
Call of Duty Black Ops 2 Is Being Ported to PlaystationActivision and Treyarch have announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 and Call of Duty: Black Ops are being ported to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. These titles were previously removed from the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3. The ports will be straightforward versions of the original games, developed by Iron Galaxy, and are expected to include Zombies and multiplayer modes along with all original DLC.
PS5 Getting Fan Favorite PS3 Action Games, But There’s a CatchTreyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and Call of Duty: Black Ops II will be ported to PlayStation 5 in July 2026, with Iron Galaxy Studios handling the development. These will be direct ports of the PlayStation 3 versions, not remasters, and will include Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. While a PlayStation 4 release is unconfirmed, there will be no PC or Xbox re-releases.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 ports are skipping Xbox but for a good reasonTreyarch and Activision are releasing ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 for PlayStation consoles in July. These are straight ports, not remasters, and will include campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies modes. The omission of an Xbox release is due to the games already being available via backwards compatibility on Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Evening Reading - June 17, 2026This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming news items including the launch of Pokemon Champions on mobile, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions' early access, and Epic Games' stance on generative AI in Unreal Engine 6. It also notes the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 5's first new heist in years and the porting of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 to PlayStation consoles.- Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Are Officially Being Ported to New Platforms Next MonthIron Galaxy announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II will be ported to new platforms in July. This news indicates that older titles in the popular franchise are receiving new life on modern systems.
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 & 2 Ports Announced For PlayStationTreyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 will be released for modern PlayStation consoles in July. The ports, handled by Iron Galaxy, will include both multiplayer and zombies modes, with no remakes or remasters currently planned.
Black Ops 1 And 2 Are Coming To PS4 And PS5Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are coming to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 this summer, marking their return to PlayStation consoles since the PlayStation 3 era. Developer Treyarch confirmed the ports, handled by Iron Galaxy, will be released in July without significant visual upgrades. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Black Ops and Black Ops II are being ported to PS4 and PS5Treyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II are being ported to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 by Iron Galaxy. These ports will include the single-player campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies modes and are expected to release in July. The announcement comes despite Microsoft's acquisition of Activision, making these specific ports exclusive to PlayStation consoles.
Treyarch confirms Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are "being ported to PlayStation" and "will include…Treyarch has confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II are being ported to PlayStation consoles by Iron Galaxy and will be released in July. These new ports will include the Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. While originally released on PlayStation 3, PC, and Xbox 360, these titles have been inaccessible on modern platforms like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, unlike their Xbox counterparts which are playable via backward compatibility.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 PS5 Ports Now Official, Launching in JulyTreyarch has officially announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are receiving ports for the PlayStation 5, developed by Iron Galaxy, and will launch in July. These ports will include the single-player campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies modes, and are expected to be direct ports of the original games rather than remasters. The games will be exclusive to PlayStation platforms, as they are already playable on Xbox via backwards compatibility.
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II ports announced for ‘PlayStation’Activision, Treyarch, and Iron Galaxy have announced ported versions of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II for PlayStation consoles. These ports will include Campaign, Multiplayer, and Zombies modes. The specific PlayStation platforms, whether PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, or both, were not detailed.
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 getting modern PlayStation portsTreyarch has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are receiving ports for modern PlayStation platforms, specifically PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. These ports are being developed by Iron Galaxy Studios and are scheduled for release in July.
PlayStation Exec Says the Gaming Industry is Making Decisions That Will Lead to a Better FutureSony Interactive Entertainment VP Christian Svensson expressed optimism about the future of the gaming industry, stating that decisions being made now will lead to better games in the coming years. Despite recent industry layoffs and negative headlines, Svensson believes the trajectory of content is positive. He also touched upon the impact of over-hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason for current staffing issues.
Former PlayStation Exec Believes Recent Layoffs Are a Result of Over-Investment During Covid-19Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida attributes recent widespread gaming industry layoffs to over-investment and over-hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic's period of rapid growth. He suggests companies misjudged sustained demand, leading to adjustments and layoffs as the industry returned to steady growth. Despite the sad reality of job losses, Yoshida remains optimistic about the industry's long-term health, noting that overall employment numbers may still be increasing.
Iron Galaxy Layoffs Reveal Gaming's New Crisis: Sustaining Teams vs Shipping Games | HappyGamerIron Galaxy Studios has announced another round of layoffs, highlighting a growing crisis in the gaming industry where sustaining development teams has become more challenging than shipping games. This situation reflects a broader trend of studios with proven track records making cuts, raising questions about the human cost of rapid industry growth and the sustainability of careers in game development.
Gaming Industry Faces Growing Pains as Studios Navigate Uncertain Times | HappyGamerThe gaming industry is experiencing significant changes, with studios like Iron Galaxy Studios announcing layoffs and reductions in size. Meanwhile, Troy Baker is planning to launch his own game studio, and rumors suggest Ubisoft has cancelled the game Alterra. Nagoshi Studio has also deleted its YouTube channel, reflecting a period of industry-wide growing pains and shifts.