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GamesStop wants eBay, Nintendo confirms Switch 2 price hike, and union boss says EA buyout is a national security risk - Patch Notes #51
This week's gaming news roundup covers GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid for eBay, Nintendo's confirmation of price hikes for the Nintendo Switch 2, and concerns raised by a union boss regarding the potential Saudi Arabian buyout of Electronic Arts, citing national security risks. The article also touches on internal leadership changes at Xbox, layoffs at 2K, and the rebranding of CCP Games.
Crimson Desert’s Next Patch Adds New Special Mounts and Material Extraction, Out in “Next Few Days”
Pearl Abyss is releasing a new patch for Crimson Desert within the next few days, introducing special mounts and a material extraction feature for equipment. This update follows previous additions like re-blockading features and boss rematches, highlighting the developer's responsiveness to player feedback.
Crimson Desert Lacks Roadmap Because Pearl Abyss Isn’t “Baking in Assumptions” About Players’ Wants
Pearl Abyss's marketing director, Will Powers, explained that Crimson Desert lacks a content roadmap because the company prioritizes iterating on the game in real-time based on player feedback. This approach treats the single-player experience as a live-service title, allowing for flexibility and avoiding assumptions about player desires. The studio emphasizes that good ideas can come from anywhere, contrasting with more ego-driven development practices.
None of Crimson Desert's big updates were pre-planned because Pearl Abyss is "not baking in presumptions…
Developer Pearl Abyss has not pre-planned major updates for Crimson Desert, opting instead to react to player feedback received since the game's launch. The studio has been releasing substantial patches nearly every week, prioritizing community input over a fixed roadmap.
The 10 best RPGs for busy adults looking for a breather from hectic schedules
This article ranks the best role-playing games suitable for busy adults seeking a relaxing gaming experience. It highlights titles like Citizen Sleeper, Final Fantasy 16, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, emphasizing their accessibility, replayability, and ability to be enjoyed in short bursts or longer sessions. The selection considers games with straightforward controls and engaging narratives that cater to varied playstyles and time constraints.
How to tame the Hyacinth Macaw in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to tame the Hyacinth Macaw, a legendary bird in Crimson Desert, which requires unlocking the Sotdae of Bond and acquiring 10 Desert Melons. Players can find the bird near the Giant's Yard Outpost and should liberate the camp for an easier taming process. Patience is key due to the bird's unpredictable flight path and competition for food from other birds.
Crimson Desert Dev Explains How It's Able to Update the Game So Fast, and Why There's No Content Roadmap
Pearl Abyss has impressed players with its rapid weekly updates for the single-player open-world action-adventure game Crimson Desert. The developer is able to maintain this pace due to its development strategy, though a content roadmap has not yet been provided.
CCP Games rebrands as Fenris Creations following sale from Pearl Abyss
CCP Games, the developer of Eve Online, has rebranded as Fenris Creations following its $120 million sale from Pearl Abyss. As part of the transition, Fenris Creations has formed a research partnership with Google DeepMind, which also acquired a minority stake in the studio. The partnership will focus on advancing AI research using Eve Online as a testbed.
EVE Online developer goes independent as Fenris Creations, partners up with Google DeepMind
CCP Games, now operating as Fenris Creations, has announced its independence and a new partnership with Google DeepMind. Fenris Creations will continue to develop EVE Online, EVE Vanguard, and EVE Frontier, with no layoffs planned. Google DeepMind will utilize an offline version of EVE Online to advance AI research in areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning, and has taken a minority stake in Fenris Creations.
CCP Games is no more: EVE Online studio changes its name as it goes independent and enters an AI research partnership…
CCP Games has rebranded to Fenris Creations and parted ways with Pearl Abyss for $120 million, entering an AI research partnership with Google DeepMind. The studio will continue developing EVE Online and its related titles with unchanged leadership and plans. The partnership aims to explore new gameplay experiences using AI and advance research in areas like long-horizon planning within the EVE Online universe.
EVE Online’s Developer Is Rebranding as Fenris Creations in a New Independent Chapter
CCP Games, the developer of EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and returned to independent operation after parting ways with Pearl Abyss. The company announced that this transition will not involve any layoffs. Fenris Creations has also partnered with Google DeepMind to advance research in complex systems using EVE Online's environments.
CCP Rebranded Fenris Creations
CCP, the developer of EVE Online, has announced it will rebrand itself as Fenris Creations following its sale by Pearl Abyss back to its management. The company is shedding its former branding as part of this transition.
EVE Online will be used to help train Google DeepMind's AI tech, as company take a minority stake in the former CCP Games
CCP Games, now operating as Fenris Creations, has entered a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance AI development using an offline version of EVE Online. Google has also taken a minority stake in the studio. This collaboration aims to explore areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning within the complex, player-driven universe of EVE Online.
‘EVE continues’: EVE Online’s CCP Games rebrands as Fenris Creations, partners with Google DeepMind
CCP Games, the developer behind EVE Online, has been sold by Pearl Abyss back to its own executive management and rebranded as Fenris Creations. The company also announced a new research partnership with Google DeepMind focused on artificial intelligence in complex game systems. Despite the ownership change and rebrand, CCP Games stated that its leadership, creative direction, and development plans for EVE Online and its related projects remain unchanged.
EVE Online studio CCP Games goes independent as Fenris Creations
CCP Games, the developer of EVE Online, has been sold by Pearl Abyss to its management team for $120 million and rebranded as Fenris Creations. The studio will operate independently, with CEO Hilmar Veigar Pétursson assuring no layoffs. Fenris Creations has also partnered with Google DeepMind for AI research using EVE Online as a testbed.
Crimson Desert speedrun champ rolls credits over 50 hours faster than average, modestly calls it a "good run," but thinks the massive open world game can be beaten even faster
A speedrunner known as harpo669 has set a new world record for Crimson Desert, completing the game in 11 hours, 26 minutes, and 14 seconds. This time is over 50 hours faster than the average player and significantly quicker than other speedrunners. The player believes the game can be beaten even faster, despite some criticism regarding the final boss encounter.
Eve Online Developer CCP Games Rebrands to Fenris Creations
CCP Games has rebranded to Fenris Creations and partnered with Google DeepMind to explore AI-driven gameplay experiences in its persistent live games, including Eve Online. The company, which recently underwent a management buyout from Pearl Abyss, will continue its day-to-day operations unchanged with a focus on long-running virtual worlds and strategic decision-making.
Le studio derrière EVE Online redevient indépendant, se renomme Fenris Creations et noue un partenariat de recherche avec Google DeepMind
CCP Games has transitioned into an independent entity named Fenris Creations, following a $120 million transaction with Pearl Abyss. Fenris Creations has also formed a strategic research partnership with Google DeepMind to explore AI advancements using EVE Online as a testbed. The company, which also develops EVE Vanguard and EVE Frontier, reported strong financial results for 2025 and will maintain its current team and locations.
I found 200 Crude Gold Bars in a single spot in Crimson Desert, which amounts to 1,500 silver for only ten minutes of…
This guide details how players can find approximately 200 Crude Gold Bars in the Harpy Nest location within Crimson Desert's Pailune region. Selling these bars to a specific merchant in Vellua can yield around 1,500 silver, making exploration more lucrative. The article also suggests that these items may respawn and mentions another potential loot spot in the Vault of Vengeance.
EVE Online studio CCP Games turns independent and rebrands as Fenris Creations
CCP Games, the developer of EVE Online, has become an independent studio and rebranded as Fenris Creations after its management team purchased it back from Pearl Abyss for $120 million. The company will operate autonomously, focusing on its strategy and creative direction for persistent live games. Fenris Creations also announced a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance AI in complex systems, using EVE Online as a study environment.
