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Invincible VS Studio Faces Layoffs, “Skeleton Crew” Reportedly Left to Work on DLC
Developer Quarter Up, known for its debut title Invincible VS, has reportedly undergone significant layoffs, with sources claiming around 75% of the staff were let go. The redundancies are believed to be due to the game not meeting sales expectations, leaving only a skeleton crew to work on upcoming DLC. Skybound Entertainment and Skybound Games have not commented on the situation.
Console Game Development Is Moving to Unreal Engine, and Halo Just Proved It
Halo Studios has transitioned from its proprietary Slipspace engine to Unreal Engine 5 for Halo: Campaign Evolved, marking a significant shift in console game development. This move aims to reduce internal engine maintenance costs, allowing more resources for game creation and faster content delivery to platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Hitscan is a new tool for connecting publishers with creators that are "driving the most impact and viewership"
Marketing agency Open World has launched Hitscan, a new tool designed to help game publishers identify and connect with content creators who are driving significant impact and viewership for their games. Building on NoScope's analytics, Hitscan provides insights into creator performance, relationship history, and audience fit, aiming to streamline creator discovery and campaign management for publishers of all sizes. Companies like Devolver Digital and Skybound are already utilizing the platform to monitor back catalogue coverage and identify key influencers.
Skybound Unveils Surprise G.I. Joe and Tomb Raider Comic Crossover
Skybound has announced a surprise comic book crossover series featuring G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero and Tomb Raider. The announcement provides an early look at the upcoming collaboration between the two iconic franchises.
Much of the what-if dialogue in Invincible VS was done by the show's writers
Developer Quarter Up collaborated with Skybound Entertainment's Invincible TV show writers to create unique dialogue for characters who have never met in the game Invincible VS. Lead Combat Designer Bau Bautista confirmed that the show's writers penned all the dialogue, ensuring authenticity to the characters' personalities and potential interactions.
Are these the 100 most influential games of all time?
Kitfox Games CEO Tanya Short discusses a list of the 100 most influential video games of all time, compiled by professional game designers. The list, assembled through the Polaris game design retreat, aims to serve as a tool for designers to improve their craft and create influential games.
Inside Skybound’s video game strategy
Skybound Entertainment CEO David Alpert and co-chairman Jon Goldman discuss the company's successful video game strategy, including the debut of their in-house studio Quarter Up and the release of Invincible VS. They also touch on ensuring quality across franchise entries and expanding into international markets like Brazil.
Invincible VS: Universa and The Immortal Join the Roster on June 30
Invincible VS is adding two new characters, Universa and The Immortal, on June 30, marking the start of Season 1. The 3v3 tag fighting game, based on the Invincible comic and TV series, is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud. The developers also revealed a roadmap for Seasons 2 and 3, with new fighters and modes planned for October and December respectively. Attendees at Evo Las Vegas can play the new characters early.
Skybound Games takes on Global Publishing for Sker Ritual
Skybound Games, in partnership with 5th Planet Games, will now globally publish Sker Ritual, developed by Wales Interactive. This collaboration aims to leverage Skybound's expertise in the horror genre and global reach to optimize catalog sales, promotions, and bundled offerings for the game. Wales Interactive will continue to focus on game development and expanding the Sker universe.
SKYBOUND GAMES TAKES ON PUBLISHING OF ZOMBIE SURVIVAL FPS SKER RITUAL
Skybound Games, in partnership with 5th Planet Games, has taken over the global publishing of Wales Interactive's zombie-survival FPS, Sker Ritual. This agreement covers both digital and physical distribution for the game, which is the spiritual successor to Maid of Sker. Wales Interactive will continue game development and franchise expansion.
I Hate This Place Elena’s Edition Now Available Physically for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch
Meridiem has announced the physical release of I Hate This Place Elena's Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Rock Square Thunder and published by Feardemic in partnership with Skybound Entertainment, this isometric survival horror game features a comic book art style and '80s horror themes. The Elena's Edition includes the game, a special cover, a letter from Elena, and an artbook.
Invincible Vs review - one of the most deftly designed fighting games in years
Invincible Vs is a surprisingly adept 3v3 fighting game that successfully adapts the Amazon animated series and comic book. Developed by Quarter Up, a subsidiary of Skybound Games, it features a robust roster of 18 characters and gameplay mechanics that honor the legacy of titles like Killer Instinct. Despite a short story mode, the game excels with its satisfying combat, vibrant visuals, and excellent online multiplayer netcode.
Invincible VS Review
Invincible VS is a 3v3 tag-team fighting game developed by Quarter Up and published by Skybound Games, based on the animated series. It features comic-accurate visuals and gore, with accessible tag-team mechanics, but suffers from a very short story mode and a lack of deeper modes. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Pokemon Pokopia in the top three
The UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top three. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains at the number one spot, with Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Mario Kart World rounding out the top five.
Invincible VS Gets Accolades Trailer
Skybound Games and developer Quarter Up have released an accolades trailer for the brutal superhero fighting game Invincible VS. The trailer highlights critical praise for the title, which launched on April 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Invincible VS features a three-versus-three tag battle system, a cinematic story mode, and various other game modes.
gamescom latam 2026 wraps up with record-breaking results
gamescom latam 2026 concluded with record-breaking attendance, exceeding 154,000 visitors and marking a 17.5% increase from the previous year. The event facilitated over 13,000 B2B meetings, projecting an estimated US$180 million in new business and solidifying its role as a key platform for the South American games industry. Major companies like Nintendo, Electronic Arts, and PlayStation showcased over 400 games, including more than 60 new releases.
gamescom latam 2026 wraps up with record-breaking results
gamescom latam 2026 concluded with record-breaking attendance, attracting over 154,000 visitors and showcasing more than 400 games. The event also facilitated over 13,000 B2B meetings, projecting an estimated US$180 million in new business, solidifying its role as a key business platform for the Latin American games industry.
Invincible VS Review – Combos A Go
Invincible VS is a visually striking and accessible fighting game adaptation of the popular comic and TV show, developed by Quarter Up and published by Skybound Entertainment. It features responsive controls, a simplified combo system, and deep mechanics that cater to both casual players and the competitive fighting game community, though concerns remain about offensive balance and defensive clarity. The game was reviewed on PlayStation 5 and includes familiar modes like a story campaign and arcade mode.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the top
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
Invincible Vs leaks hint at what characters are still to come
Dataminers have uncovered hidden audio lines in Invincible Vs that suggest future character additions, including the Mauler Twins, Agent Spider, Damien Darkblood, Oliver, Angstrom, Dinosaurus, and Volcanikka. Unreleased skins for characters like Angstrom and Immortal have also been found, with Angstrom reportedly feeling close to completion. Developers at Quarter Up have also addressed issues like rage-quitting following the game's open beta.
