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"Espionage And Corporate Sabotage" Blamed For MindsEye Launch, As Dev Announces Layoffs
Build A Rocket Boy co-CEO Mark Gerhard has blamed corporate espionage and sabotage for the poor reception of the game MindsEye, while also announcing studio layoffs. Gerhard stated that an investigation has uncovered overwhelming evidence of criminal activity, with details to be revealed as the matter moves toward prosecution. The game received a low score of 3/10 from GameSpot and experienced a troubled launch, with developers reportedly working overtime to fix numerous issues.
Trump Administration targets Tencent’s gaming dominance in security probe, according to reports
Reports indicate the Trump Administration is investigating Tencent's significant ownership of gaming companies as a potential security risk. This probe, focusing on Tencent's dominance and its ownership of entities like Riot Games and stakes in Epic Games, stems from concerns over kernel-level anti-cheat software and data security.
Trump Administration Debating Allowing Chinese Company Tencent to Keep Its Stakes in U.S. Gaming Companies Such as Fortnite Maker Epic and League Dev Riot - IGN
The Trump administration is reportedly debating whether to force Chinese company Tencent to divest its stakes in U.S. gaming firms like Epic Games and Riot Games due to national security concerns. Officials are assessing the risk posed by Tencent's investments, including its ownership of Riot Games and a significant stake in Epic Games, ahead of a meeting with China's president. The U.S. Department of Defense previously classified Tencent as a Chinese military company.
Trump administration debates getting Chinese Tencent money out of US gaming over feared security risks
The Trump administration is reportedly debating whether to force Chinese company Tencent to divest its US gaming investments, citing national security concerns. This includes Tencent's full ownership of Riot Games and a significant stake in Epic Games. The administration is also concerned about Tencent's influence on games like Clash of Clans, despite its Finnish development.
Riot Finally Steps Up for Grassroots League Events with Free Community Program
Riot Games has launched a free official community program to support grassroots League of Legends events across North America. The program provides digital and physical swag to watch party and LAN organizers, collegiate esports organizations, and convention staff. This initiative aims to bolster community engagement and talent development within the game's ecosystem.
Report: US government may compel Tencent to divest gaming investments
The US government, under the Trump administration, is reportedly considering forcing Tencent to divest its gaming investments due to national security and data privacy concerns. Investigations initiated under the Biden administration have raised questions about Tencent's access to data from millions of American players through its stakes in companies like Epic Games and Riot Games.
Trump administration reportedly considering pulling Tencent's gaming investments, potentially hurting Epic and Riot
The Trump administration is reportedly considering actions against Tencent's investments in major gaming companies such as Epic Games and Riot Games. This potential move could significantly impact these developers.
Highguard's failure is emblematic of something that has tormented videogame investors for years now: past live service hits do not equal future live service hits
The failure of live service games like Highguard highlights a persistent problem for investors: past success does not guarantee future hits. Even experienced developers like those from Apex Legends and major companies like Riot Games and Valve have struggled to replicate live service success, leading to cancellations and layoffs across the industry.
Report: Trump administration may pressure Tencent to divest from US studios
A report indicates that the Trump administration is considering pressuring Tencent to divest its stakes in US-based video game companies like Riot Games and Epic Games. This potential action comes ahead of a planned meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
League of Legends Chat Bans Are Being Replaced With Something Much Worse
Starting with Patch 26.5, Riot Games is replacing chat bans in League of Legends with more severe gameplay bans for severely disruptive players. This change will also include direct messages in future updates, aiming to address player toxicity more effectively.
Shyvana rework abilities revealed for League of Legends Patch 26.06
Riot Games has revealed the reworked abilities for Shyvana in League of Legends, set to arrive in Patch 26.06. The update focuses on enhancing her Dragon Form with empowered abilities and visual updates, while retaining some core design elements with simplified gameplay progression. The changes aim to give the champion renewed viability in the current meta.
Former League of Legends pro joins Riot as a dev, and it's a step in the right direction
Former professional League of Legends player Meteos has joined Riot Games as a developer for the game. This move is seen as a positive step, potentially bringing valuable player insight into the development process.
Van 84: How to fix Valorant Error code 84 | Gamzo
This guide provides troubleshooting steps for Valorant's VAN 84 error code, which is typically related to connection issues. Solutions include restarting the game, deleting specific configuration files, flushing the DNS, and contacting your Internet Service Provider if problems persist.
valorant store checker: Check your valorant store without opening the game! | Gamzo
A new tool allows Valorant players to check their in-game store for daily cosmetic rotations without needing to launch the game. This addresses community frustration with the current system, where desired skins might not appear for months. Players can access the checker by logging in with their Riot Games account.
how much have I spent on valorant: How to check the amount of money you've spent on Valorant | Gamzo
This guide explains how Valorant players can check their total spending within the game. Players can access their purchase history and total expenditure through the official Riot Games support page by logging in with their account.
MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes Midnight
This week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.
Valorant Mobile is Coming to China Soon as Riot Partners with Lightspeed to Develop
Riot Games has partnered with Tencent's Lightspeed Studios to develop and release Valorant Mobile, with an initial launch planned for China. This marks the first official confirmation of a mobile version for the popular PC tactical shooter. While a specific release date has not been announced, the game will eventually see a broader international rollout on iOS and Android devices.
Sure, League of Legends' Shyvana rework is finally here, but did Riot just talk about Twisted Treeline?
Riot Games has released a developer diary showcasing the rework for Shyvana in League of Legends. The video also teased the potential return of the Twisted Treeline map, a fan-favorite that was previously removed.
Jax makes a surpising show of strength at Riftbound Vegas
Jax has emerged as a surprising strong performer in the Riftbound metagame at Vegas, reaching the top 8. This success is attributed to a specific deck build featuring Boneshiver for rune recycling and synergy with cards like Aphelios, which benefits from a recent rule change regarding equipment re-equipping.
Riot reveal first look at Riftbound Unleashed Cards list with Alt Runes
Riot Games has begun revealing details for the upcoming third set of Riftbound, titled Riftbound Unleashed. While the Chinese version is further along, English releases are catching up, with previews of new card art and mechanics expected to increase leading up to the set's launch in April/May. The article highlights early artwork for alt runes and mentions potential Legend cards for Ekko and Seraphine.
