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Rebellion business and news from across the web.- Speedball Free WeekendRebellion is offering a free weekend for their new future sport game, Speedball, on Steam. The article briefly mentions the game's name origin and a connection to Lenny Bruce and Bruce Springsteen.
TIGA appoints nine industry veterans to board of directorsThe UK video games trade body TIGA has appointed nine new industry veterans to its board of directors, including leaders from Dovetail Games, Stainless Games, and Supermassive Games. These appointments aim to strengthen TIGA's advocacy for UK games companies. Elaine Green of Nellyvision was previously appointed chair.
HR veteran Liz Prince awarded MBE for services to the games industry and diversityLiz Prince, a veteran business manager at gaming recruitment specialist Amiqus, has been awarded an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours list for her services to the games industry and diversity. Prince has been a long-time advocate for equality and inclusivity, launching initiatives like G Into Gaming and co-founding Empower Up to promote better workplaces.
TIGA appoints Elaine Green as chairElaine Green, co-founder of Nellyvision, has been appointed as the new chair of the UK trade body TIGA, succeeding Jason Kingsley of Rebellion. Green, who has over twenty years of experience in game development and publishing, aims to support studios of all sizes and foster a sustainable future for the UK games industry.- EMPIRE EARTH: CLASSIC STRATEGY SERIES IS NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAMThe classic Real-Time Strategy series Empire Earth is now available on Steam for the first time, with Empire Earth: Gold Edition, Empire Earth II: Gold Edition, and Empire Earth III released individually or as part of The Empire Earth Collection. Rebellion, the developer and publisher, announced the launch, highlighting the series' history and gameplay features across its different installments.
Rebellion has its fingers in all the piesUK-based company Rebellion has built a significant transmedia empire, extending beyond its well-known games like Sniper Elite and Atomfall into books, comics, board games, movies, and even a costume company. The company's strategy focuses on authenticity and allowing IPs to find success before expanding into other media, as seen with Atomfall becoming a TV series after its commercial success. Rebellion's commitment to independence and its in-house engine, Asura, are key to its long-term sustainability.
How The Team Behind Sniper Elite Uses A Few "Stupid" Tricks To Stand Out On SteamRebellion CEO Jason Kingsley discusses how the studio behind Sniper Elite and Atomfall uses simple, descriptive game titles and focuses on delivering immediate gameplay experiences to stand out on Steam. He explains that controlling budgets and ambition, along with clear naming conventions, are crucial for self-funded studios competing in a crowded market. Kingsley also touches on the importance of the refund window and how it necessitates delivering on the game's core premise early in the player's experience.
Sniper Elite Studio Has No Plans To Use Generative AI In Games, But The Conversation "Should Be More Nuanced," Says CEORebellion CEO Jason Kingsley stated the studio has no plans to use generative AI in its games, but believes the industry conversation around the technology needs to be more nuanced. He suggested AI could be used as a tool to speed up iteration and assist with tasks like creating collision boxes or performing large-scale QA testing, acting as a 'force multiplier for creativity' rather than a replacement for human developers.
25+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)The European PlayStation Store is hosting a Weekend Offer sale featuring numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games at reduced prices until May 4th, 2026. The sale includes highly-rated titles such as A Plague Tale: Innocence, Dead Space, and Burnout Paradise Remastered, among many others.
GameMaker says AI coding is inevitable, Sony clarifies DRM confusion, and how video games are helping Rikers inmates - Patch Notes #50This week's Patch Notes covers several key industry developments, including GameMaker's integration of AI coding assistance, Sony's clarification on PlayStation DRM updates, and the use of video games for inmate rehabilitation at Rikers. The article also touches on Ustwo CEO Maria Sayans' comments regarding job security, the closure of Spiders studio, and changes to GitHub Copilot's billing model.
Rebellion's Atomfall is being turned into a TV seriesRebellion's post-apocalyptic survival-action game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV series through a co-production with Two Brothers Pictures. The series will expand on the game's mythology, inspired by the 1957 Windscale disaster, while maintaining its distinct British tone and themes. Rebellion has also announced that Atomfall has reached over 3.7 million players globally since its launch on March 27, 2025.
Finally, someone is making a TV show based on a videogame that I actually want to watchRebellion has announced a TV show adaptation for their successful game Atomfall, which was the company's most successful launch in its 30-year history. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone, blending sci-fi, folk horror, action, and comedy elements.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsRebellion is developing an Atomfall TV series with producers from 'The Assassin'. Additionally, the official teaser trailer for the Resident Evil movie has been released, with director Zach Cregger sharing his inspirations and details about a new aspect of the film.
Resident Evil movie trailer looks like the exact opposite of Street FighterThe first trailer for the new live-action Resident Evil movie has been released, showcasing an original character named Bryan and a departure from recognizable game iconography. Director Zach Cregger aims for an authentic feel, incorporating elements like fixed camera angles and item scavenging, and has hinted at Easter eggs and direct references to Resident Evil 4. The film is set in Raccoon City and aims to be a canon-adjacent story within the Resident Evil universe.
Atomfall is being turned into a TV seriesRebellion's BAFTA award-winning game Atomfall is being adapted into a television series by Two Brothers Pictures. The adaptation will expand upon the game's alternative-history 1962 Northern England setting, which follows a player emerging into a militarized Quarantine Zone after a nuclear disaster. The game's developers, Jason and Chris Kingsley, expressed excitement about the partnership to bring the story to a new medium.
Atomfall TV Show in the Works from Two Brothers PicturesRebellion and Two Brothers Pictures have announced that the video game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV show. The series will be written by Harry and Jack Williams, known for their work on Fleabag and The Missing. The adaptation aims to capture the game's distinctive British tone and unsettling story.
Atomfall Joins the Ranks of The Last of Us and Fallout with Its Own TV Series AdaptationThe post-apocalyptic British game Atomfall is being adapted into a television series by Two Brothers Pictures, the production company behind The Tourist. Rebellion, the game's developer and publisher, is involved with Chris and Jason Kingsley serving as executive producers. This adaptation joins other recent video game series like The Last of Us and Fallout.- UK Post-Apocalyptic Survival Game Atomfall To Get TV AdaptationRebellion's post-apocalyptic survival game, Atomfall, is being adapted into a television series. The game, which features a unique British setting, will now reach a new audience through this adaptation.
- TWO BROTHERS PICTURES AND REBELLION TO DEVELOP BAFTA AWARD-WINNING ATOMFALL FOR TELEVISION IN UK‑LED CO‑PRODUCTIONTwo Brothers Pictures and Rebellion are developing a television adaptation of the BAFTA award-winning game Atomfall. The series will be a UK-led co-production, expanding on the game's post-apocalyptic British setting and mythology. The original game, inspired by the 1957 Windscale disaster, has been played by over 3.7 million players globally.
Following in Fallout's footsteps, British post-apocalyptic survival jaunt Atomfall's now getting a TV show tooRebellion has announced that their post-apocalyptic survival game Atomfall is being adapted into a TV show by Two Brothers Pictures. Harry and Jack Williams are writing the series, with Rebellion's Jason and Chris Kingsley serving as executive producers. While a release date and specific plot details are unconfirmed, the adaptation will explore life in the Windscale quarantine zone.