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Modern Warfare 4 Reveal Looks Imminent As Infinity Ward Teases A “Relentless” Experience
Infinity Ward has begun teasing its next Call of Duty title, presumed to be Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, promising a "bold" and "relentless" experience. The studio, known for the original Modern Warfare trilogy, is focusing on visceral combat. The game will not be available on Game Pass or PlayStation 4 at launch, and is expected to compete with Grand Theft Auto 6 in November.
Modern Warfare 4 Reveal Looks Imminent As Infinity Ward Teases A “Relentless” Experience
Infinity Ward has begun teasing its next Call of Duty title, presumed to be Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, promising a "bold" and "relentless" experience. Unlike recent entries, Modern Warfare 4 will not launch on Game Pass or PlayStation 4. The game is expected to launch in November and will compete with Grand Theft Auto 6.
Obituary: Veteran voice actor Tom Kane has passed away at 64
Veteran voice actor Tom Kane, known for his extensive work in video games and animation over three decades, has passed away at the age of 64. Kane had a prolific career, with notable roles in the Star Wars franchise, Grim Fandango, Final Fantasy XII, Wolfenstein, and Ghost of Tsushima. He retired from voice acting in 2021 following a stroke.
The Best Star Wars Games Of All Time
This article ranks the best Star Wars games of all time, spanning various genres from flight simulators to RPGs and VR experiences. It highlights titles like Star Wars: TIE Fighter, Knights of the Old Republic, and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, discussing their impact and gameplay.
Call of Duty was never the right fit for Game Pass | Opinion
Microsoft has reversed its strategy of including Call of Duty titles on Game Pass at launch and has rolled back recent subscription price hikes. The company realized that the franchise's core audience is not primarily interested in subscription services, and the inclusion of Call of Duty did not drive expected growth or justify lost sales revenue. This move aims to correct a strategic misstep by better aligning Game Pass value with its existing subscriber base and acknowledging the distinct market segments within gaming.
Microsoft reportedly offers voluntary retirement program for 7% of US workforce
Microsoft is reportedly offering a voluntary retirement program to up to 7% of its US workforce, targeting employees at senior level or below with a combined age and service total of at least 70. This initiative follows recent layoffs and restructuring within its gaming division, including studio closures and project cancellations. The company is also adjusting its stock reward structure to provide managers with more flexibility.
From killer monkeys to minigun babies, the funniest cheat codes in gaming, ever
This article discusses some of the funniest and most memorable cheat codes in gaming history, ranging from the chaotic angry pedestrian mode in Grand Theft Auto to explosive secrets in Tomb Raider 2. It also highlights unique cheat codes in Age of Empires, Turok, Sonic 3D Blast, Mortal Kombat, and Star Wars Jedi Knight 2, reminiscing about a golden age of harmless and humorous in-game modifications.
Call Of Duty Adds New Accessibility Options, Including Voice And Head Commands
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has introduced new accessibility options, including voice and head commands, through a collaboration with AI software platform Cephable. These features allow players to control the game using alternative inputs, offering greater customization for disabled gamers across various modes. The integration was tested with the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat team and members of the disabled community.
IGN Entertainment and Dentsu Gaming announce Women in Gaming UK event
IGN Entertainment and Dentsu Gaming are hosting a Women in Gaming UK networking event on April 17, featuring panels, a headshot studio, and Meta hardware demos. The article also details the retirement of Brian Raffel, co-founder of Raven Software, after 36 years in the industry, highlighting his contributions to titles like Hexen and the Call of Duty franchise. Additionally, it briefly mentions the union contract ratified by Raven Software workers with Microsoft.
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel retires
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Call of Duty developer Raven Software, has retired after 36 years in the gaming industry. He co-founded the studio in 1990 and played a key role in its development and eventual acquisition by Activision. Raffel's career spanned numerous titles, and his leadership helped shape Raven Software into a significant contributor to the Call of Duty franchise.
X-Men Origins: Wolverine is "better than the movie," says dev, but "it was harrowing" to make the…
Producer Keith Fuller of Raven Software discussed the challenging development of X-Men Origins: Wolverine, noting that the game was created concurrently with the film, making it difficult to adapt. Despite the hurdles, Fuller believes the game surpassed its movie counterpart and still holds up today, influencing Insomniac's upcoming Marvel's Wolverine.
After 36 years at the legendary FPS studio, Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel is retiring
Brian Raffel, co-founder and Vice President of Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years with the studio. Raven Software, known for its work on titles like Heretic, Soldier of Fortune, and multiple Call of Duty games including Warzone, has been a significant FPS developer since its founding in 1990. Raffel also held a Vice President role at Activision following Raven's acquisition.
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel retires after 36 years
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years in the industry. The studio, which began in 1990, played a key role in the development of the Call of Duty franchise and previously worked on titles like Hexen.
Revisiting the last truly great Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) is revisited as the last truly great entry in the series, praised for its atmosphere, sound design, and grounded realism. The article highlights its superior gunplay and attachment customization compared to later titles, lamenting the shift towards cosmetic collaborations and the integration with Warzone.
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Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years, having worked on titles like Call of Duty, Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel. In separate news, Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs.
Brian Raffel, Co-Founder of Call of Duty Developer Raven Software, Retires After 36 Years at Studio
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years with the studio. Raven Software, known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise, also developed titles based on Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel properties during Raffel's tenure.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Free Trial Goes Live With 30+ Maps And Double XP
Activision is offering a free trial for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 until April 6, featuring over 30 multiplayer and Zombies maps, along with multiple game modes. The trial coincides with the launch of Season 3 and includes double XP bonuses. In related news, Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years.
Co-Founder Of Call Of Duty Studio Raven Retires After 36 Years And 42 Games Released
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Call of Duty studio Raven Software, is retiring after 36 years and shipping 42 games. Founded in 1990, Raven Software initially developed titles like Black Crypt and Heretic before becoming heavily involved with the Call of Duty series starting with Call of Duty: Black Ops. Raffel's career spanned 18 Call of Duty titles and 12 original intellectual properties.
The Call of Duty schism: Why fans are trapped in a forever war with each other
The Call of Duty series is experiencing a significant schism among its player base, driven by creative differences between its primary development studios, Infinity Ward and Treyarch. This divide manifests in player preferences for distinct gameplay styles, such as Infinity Ward's grounded realism versus Treyarch's faster-paced, more experimental approach. The article examines how this long-standing conflict, exacerbated by Activision's demanding release schedule and studio roles, impacts the franchise's direction and player loyalty.
Forgotten FPS sequel Heretic 2 gets a 'reverse-engineered sourceport' that fixes bugs, improves the framerate and adds 'lots of cosmetic improvements'
A new sourceport for the 1998 third-person action-adventure game Heretic 2 has been released, offering bug fixes, improved framerates, and cosmetic enhancements. This unofficial release requires the original game data and aims to make the sequel more accessible on modern PCs. The article also speculates on a potential official rerelease given Microsoft's ownership of both Activision and id Software, who published the original titles.
