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"A Difficult And Painful Situation" - Metroid Dread Developer MercurySteam Suffers Layoffs
Spanish developer MercurySteam, known for Metroid Dread and Metroid: Samus Returns, has announced layoffs. The studio described the situation as a "workforce adjustment process" and is seeking to help affected employees find new opportunities. The studio's most recent game, Blades of Fire, did not meet sales expectations.
Former NetEase Exec’s New Company is Funding Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, BulletFarm
Former NetEase executive Simon Zhu has launched GreaterThan Group, a new holding company aiming to invest $40 million in global video game development. The company is funding Arcanaut Studios' Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic and BulletFarm, a shooter project led by industry veteran David Vonderhaar. Zhu expressed optimism about balancing artistic achievement with commercial success, noting a shift in investment focus from gaming to AI.
Metal Gear Series Reaches 66.1 Million Sales, Silent Hill Series Tops 17.1 Million
Konami announced that the Metal Gear franchise has sold 66.1 million units worldwide as of March 2026, boosted by the release of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. The Silent Hill franchise has reached 17.1 million sales, with Silent Hill f contributing to this figure. Upcoming titles like Townfall are expected to further drive sales for both series.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 Gets New Teaser Video Showcasing its Key Visuals
The Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association has released a teaser video for Tokyo Game Show 2026, which will run from September 17th to 21st and celebrate the event's 30th anniversary. The longest TGS to date will feature five days of activities, with applications for exhibitors closing on May 22nd. The association aims to maximize exhibition space and attract a wider range of participants, including international press and influencers.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links Road to Worlds Campaign Begins Ahead of 2026 Championship
Konami has launched the Road to Worlds campaign in Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links, featuring separate Speed Duel and Rush Duel qualifiers for the upcoming 2026 Championship. The campaign offers login rewards, including the Crimson Dragon card and alternate art for Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl, along with free Structure Decks and various in-game currency and items. New card boxes, "Eternal Genesis" for Rush Duel and "Red Supernova" for Speed Duel, are also available.
Devil May Cry Netflix Creator Has Good Advice For Bloodborne Movie Team
Adi Shankar, known for adapting video games like Castlevania and Devil May Cry into animation, has offered advice for Sony's upcoming Bloodborne movie adaptation. He stresses the importance of empowering the original creators and warns against corporate overreach. Shankar also noted the involvement of YouTuber Seán McLoughlin as a producer, expressing cautious optimism about the project's authenticity.
Indie games have built a thriving economy in territory traditional publishers abandoned or ignored | Opinion
The indie game market has quietly become a significant economic force, occupying niches abandoned by traditional publishers and fostering new genres. Data from the Godot engine shows substantial growth in game releases and developer adoption, partly fueled by Unity's controversial runtime fee policy. This expansion has created a thriving ecosystem with its own infrastructure and economy, demonstrating that the barrier to reaching a mass audience for indie developers is lower than ever.
Darwin’s Paradox update announced, patch notes – performance improvements, visual options, more
Konami and ZDT Studio have announced a new update for Darwin's Paradox, focusing on performance optimizations and visual customization options. The patch includes quality-of-life improvements, bug fixes, and adjustments to enemy behaviors and camera angles based on player feedback.
Man claims prized Yu-Gi-Oh cards found in the trash have made him "over $60,000" already, with an expert…
A man claims to have found thousands of rare Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and uncut sheets in a dumpster, allegedly due to a contractor's security breach. He has reportedly sold some of these cards for over $60,000, with experts suggesting the total haul could be worth up to a million dollars if sold over time. The situation has been dubbed 'Yu-Gi-Oh Dumpster Drama' online.
I miss the vitriolic game fan talk of the early 2000s
The author reminisces about the more vitriolic, yet arguably more engaging, video game fan discussions of the early 2000s, contrasting them with the current state of online discourse. Using Metal Gear Solid 2's release and fan reception as a case study, the article argues that while past criticisms might seem mild now, they fostered conversation, unlike today's often polarized and AI-influenced debates.
'You Ruined One of My Favourite Games': eFootball's Bizarre Naruto Crossover Attracts a Strong Response
eFootball has launched a new crossover event featuring the anime series Naruto, which includes special stadium decorations and collaboration player cards with unique animations. While some fans have criticized the move, calling it a "ruin" of their favorite game and preferring the return of single-player modes like Master League, others defend Konami's decision, noting the series' history of quirky unlockables. The event aims to attract new players to the free-to-play title.
5 Quietly Great Games We Played in April That Didn't Trend on Twitter
This article highlights five lesser-known games released in April 2026 that offer significant quality despite minimal mainstream attention. Titles like the visual novel Fishbowl, the relaxing adventure The Gecko Gods, the quirky cooking game KuloNiku: Bowl Up!, the unique octopus stealth game Darwin's Paradox, and the action platformer ChainStaff are recommended for players seeking engaging experiences outside of major releases.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse exists because Konami loved Evil Empire’s Dead Cells crossover pitch
Evil Empire is developing the new Castlevania game, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a project that originated from a pitch for Dead Cells DLC. Initially unsure if Konami would approve the full Castlevania expansion, the team was surprised when Konami inquired about them developing the next Castlevania title.
Full Metal Gear Solid 2 source code leaks online on 30th April
The full source code for Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, including assets for various versions up to the PlayStation Vita, has been leaked online. The leak occurred on April 30th, a date significant to the game's narrative, leading to speculation about its origins. Fans are discussing potential modding possibilities such as VR support and raytracing.
20 upcoming video games I’m more interested in than GTA 6 - Reader's Feature
A reader explains their lack of interest in Grand Theft Auto 6, detailing 20 upcoming games they are more excited about. The list includes titles like Forza Horizon 6, Marvel's Wolverine, and Fable, spanning various genres and platforms.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse exists because Konami loved Evil Empire's Dead Cells crossover pitch, even though the devs thought the DLC was "too big" and the publisher would "never say yes"
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse came about because Konami accepted a pitch from indie studio Evil Empire for Dead Cells DLC, despite the developers initially believing the project was too ambitious. Evil Empire, a spin-off of Dead Cells developer Motion Twin, was surprised by Konami's approval for the Castlevania-themed content.
Drop everything and watch this indescribably cringe eFootball x Naruto trailer featuring legendary players in head-to-toe anime cosplay
Konami has released a trailer for eFootball's crossover event with the anime Naruto, featuring famous footballers in Naruto-themed cosplay and character variants. Players like Neymar Jr., Luka Modric, and Robert Lewandowski are shown performing anime-inspired moves. The limited-time event is available until May 14th.
Nintendo Download – April 30, 2026 (North America) – Constance, Picross S Konami Antiques Edition, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 30, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Constance and Picross S Konami Antiques Edition. Additionally, Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd MAXIMUS CUP event, offering a new theme inspired by Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch Online members.
eFootball x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: A Legendary Shinobi Collaboration Arrives on the Pitch
eFootball 2026 has launched a limited-time collaboration with NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, running from April 30 to May 14, 2026. The event features special player cards pairing football stars with anime characters, unique goal celebrations, and themed in-game rewards.
Snake voice actor David Hayter was befuddled by Metal Gear Solid's convoluted plot: 'I'd be like 'what does this mean?' and they'd say 'just say it''
Voice actor David Hayter, known for his roles as Solid Snake and Big Boss, expressed confusion over the convoluted plot of the Metal Gear Solid series. In a recent interview, Hayter admitted that even he, as the actor delivering the lines, would often question the meaning of the dialogue, with the creative team simply instructing him to say it. He also discussed the possibility of the series continuing without Hideo Kojima's direct involvement.
