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EA Kills BioWare, Cancels New Mass Effect, Pauses New Sims Game, And All The Other Big EA News That Just Happened
Electronic Arts has confirmed significant layoffs impacting approximately 400 employees and has canceled the next Mass Effect game, leading to the closure of the BioWare studio. Additionally, a new Sims game has been paused, and the Skate title is being scaled back. These changes follow EA's recent $55 billion leveraged buyout by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, with the company aiming to reduce costs and streamline development.
EA Confirms DICE and Respawn Are Collaborating on a New Project Amidst Star Wars: Battlefront 3 Rumors
Electronic Arts has confirmed that its studios DICE and Respawn Entertainment are collaborating on a new project. This announcement adds further speculation to existing rumors about the development of Star Wars: Battlefront 3.
"It doesn’t have to always be triple-A": Galactic Racer and Zero Company’s success has Lucasfilms wanting more smaller-scale Star Wars games
Lucasfilm Games is looking to fund more smaller-scale Star Wars titles, following the success of games like Star Wars: Galactic Racer and Star Wars Zero Company. Vice president Douglas Reilly stated that good ideas can come from various places, not just major publishers, indicating a desire to explore more niche genres beyond blockbuster concepts.
Wardogs CEO claims Dice and Respawn are working on Star Wars Battlefront 3
Rumors suggest that EA Dice and Respawn Entertainment are working on Star Wars Battlefront 3, with EA holding the exclusive Star Wars license until 2023. Another report indicates Lucasfilm is searching for a developer, with Bungie also mentioned as a possibility if EA Dice does not take on the project. The CEO of Bulkhead Games also claimed that EA Dice and Respawn are developing the title.
Bungie and Respawn in talks for Star Wars Battlefront 3 claim insiders
Insiders suggest that Lucasfilm Games is in discussions with multiple studios, including Bungie, Respawn Entertainment, and DICE, regarding the development of Star Wars Battlefront 3. While DICE previously developed the series, Bungie's expertise in gunplay is seen as a potential advantage over the criticized mechanics of Star Wars Battlefront 2. The future of the franchise is considered a central part of Lucasfilm Games' strategy.
Star Wars Battlefront 3 rumors get an unexpected boost from Wardogs' CEO, who says Battlefield studio DICE is working on it alongside Apex Legends devs
Rumors suggest that DICE and Respawn Entertainment are working on Star Wars Battlefront 3, with Joe Brammer, CEO of Bulkhead, confirming the development. While Lucasfilm is reportedly seeking a development partner, and Bungie was also mentioned as a possibility, nothing is officially confirmed. The news comes as Lucasfilm expresses flexibility with its Star Wars gaming franchise.
We've had two great Star Wars games this year, probably because Lucasfilm Games says it's now "more flexible" about who it takes pitches from
Lucasfilm Games is adopting a more flexible approach to licensing Star Wars game development, moving away from exclusive deals with single publishers. This change allows independent studios like Fuse Games and Secret Mode to pitch ideas, leading to a more diverse range of games such as the recently released "Zero Company" and "Galactic Racer."
New ‘more flexible’ Star Wars games to be released after Galactic Racer success
Lucasfilm Games is adopting a more flexible approach to partnerships, seeking out smaller studios for unique Star Wars titles alongside major AAA releases. Recent successes like Galactic Racer and Zero Company have validated this strategy, encouraging the company to explore diverse genres and pitches from a wider range of developers.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Pays Tribute to Vince Zampella in its Credits
Infinity Ward's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 includes a tribute to studio co-founder Vince Zampella in its "In Memoriam" credits section. Zampella, who co-created the Call of Duty franchise and founded Respawn Entertainment, passed away in December 2025. His significant impact on the gaming industry was highlighted by colleagues and media figures.
Video games are reigniting my love for Star Wars
Video games are currently the strongest medium for revitalizing the Star Wars franchise's narrative, offering fresh stories and characters that reignite passion. Titles like Star Wars Zero Company and Star Wars: Galactic Racer showcase the value of narrative writers by exploring new avenues within familiar eras and surprising players with compelling campaigns.
Gravity Well Hit by Layoffs Affecting Over 40 Employees, Leadership Says “Future is Uncertain”
Independent studio Gravity Well, founded by former Respawn Entertainment and Infinity Ward employees, has laid off over 40 workers due to a loss of funding. The studio's leadership is actively seeking a new partner but acknowledges the future is uncertain given the current state of the gaming industry. The company was founded with a focus on developer well-being and profit-sharing.
Massive Star Wars PS5 Action Game Slashes Price by 85% on PlayStation Store
Electronic Arts has significantly discounted Star Wars Jedi: Survivor by 85% on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5, making it available for $10.49. The sale runs until October 22, 2026. Developed by Respawn Entertainment, the game features Unreal Engine 5 graphics and expanded gameplay mechanics compared to its predecessor, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.
NBA 2K27 tops US August charts, becomes third-best selling game of 2026 | US Monthly Charts
NBA 2K27 topped the US sales charts for August 2026, becoming the third-best-selling game of the year according to Circana data. New releases like Madden NFL 27 and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls also performed well. Overall consumer spending on video games in the US fell 9% in August, with hardware unit sales reaching their lowest point since 2013, though PlayStation 5 hardware sales saw a 17% increase.
Gravity Well lays off more than 40 developers after losing its funding
Independent studio Gravity Well, founded by former Respawn Entertainment developers, has laid off over 40 employees after losing its funding. The studio's leadership is actively seeking new investment to continue operations, but acknowledges the future is uncertain due to the current industry climate. The remaining small team will continue to work on the studio's projects.
Star Wars: Zero Company studio is bringing "as many people back as possible" after furloughing "most" of its developers
Star Wars: Zero Company developer Bit Reactor has begun bringing back employees who were furloughed ahead of the game's launch. Studio CEO Greg Foertsch stated that navigating unexpected business developments necessitated the difficult decision to furlough most of the staff, but the company is now working to rehire as many as possible. The game has been a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies.
GTA 6 and San Andreas show how much game development has changed: In the '00s, Rockstar turned a Clair Obscur Expedition 33-sized budget into $600 million
The article contrasts the development costs and revenue of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas with the anticipated costs of Grand Theft Auto 6. San Andreas was reportedly made for under $10 million and grossed around $600 million, while modern AAA titles like GTA 6 have budgets exceeding $1 billion and higher base prices. This highlights the dramatic increase in game development expenses over two decades.
PC and console revenue charts led by new releases in August | Newzoo charts
New releases like EA Sports Madden NFL 27 and Big Walk led August's revenue charts, while established titles like Fortnite and Helldivers 2 saw significant growth in monthly active users. Collaborations and cross-media tie-ins, such as those in Fortnite and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, were key drivers for audience expansion.
Star Wars Jedi 3 to be revealed this year and launch in 2027 claims insider
An insider known as FivesWalker claims that the sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, tentatively referred to as Star Wars Jedi 3, will be revealed before The Game Awards in December 2026 and launch in 2027. While the Star Wars franchise has faced challenges in film and TV, its video game arm, including titles like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Star Wars Outlaws, is performing strongly. The third installment is expected to conclude the Jedi trilogy, though director Stig Asmussen will not return.
Apex Legends' next event is a crossover with Street Fighter 6
Apex Legends is collaborating with Street Fighter 6 in a new in-game event titled 'Apex Legends vs. Street Fighter 6.' The event will feature a remixed Olympus map with Street Fighter elements, a new game mode called Apex KO where players select fighters with unique abilities, and new cosmetic items. The collaboration is set to begin on Tuesday, September 22.
What we've been playing - "Well this is embarrassing, we're wearing the same outfit!"
Several team members share their current gaming experiences. Connor and Chris are enjoying the tactical gameplay of Star Wars: Zero Company on PlayStation 5 and PC respectively, despite some bugs and performance issues. Dom is revisiting Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, finding it easier on a second playthrough, while Matt is giving FromSoftware's Nightreign another chance, slowly adapting to its fast pace.
