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Jobs Roundup: March 2026 | ProbablyMonsters expands its leadership team
Several gaming companies have announced new executive appointments. ProbablyMonsters added Jonathan Lander, David Reid, and Mark Subotnick to its leadership team. Kasedo Games appointed Timea Edvi as publishing director, Sixteen Tons named Sebastian Nußuam as CCO, and Microsoft Gaming welcomed Alison Zeng as strategic partner manager. Additionally, Adam Orth has become COO at Midwest Games, and Arah Collins joins Escape Velocity Entertainment as senior narrative designer.
Sumo Digital partners with Arm to test AI-powered neural graphics tech
Sumo Digital is partnering with chip manufacturer Arm to evaluate the application of AI-powered neural graphics technology in mobile games. This collaboration aims to enable PC-quality graphics on mobile devices, with Arm's technology set to ship in GPUs this year. The partnership is expected to demonstrate significant improvements in GPU workload savings and frame rates.
Hyper Light Drifter studio Heart Machine voluntarily recognises union
Indie developer Heart Machine has voluntarily recognized a union formed by 13 of its staff members, following several rounds of layoffs. Separately, Sumo Digital is partnering with Arm to evaluate new AI-powered neural technology for mobile game development, aiming to bring PC-quality graphics to mobile platforms.
Sumo partners with Arm to help test mobile game capabilities on new AI-powered chips
UK games firm Sumo Digital is partnering with chip specialist Arm to evaluate its new AI-powered neural technology for mobile gaming. Arm's technology aims to deliver PC-quality graphics on mobile devices using AI-accelerated GPUs. Sumo Digital CEO Gary Dunn expressed excitement about the potential for a paradigm shift in mobile gaming capabilities.
Gang Of Dragon Studio Reportedly Has Funding Pulled By NetEase
NetEase has reportedly pulled its funding from Nagoshi Studio, jeopardizing the development of its first game, Gang of Dragon. The decision, made in May, cited the estimated $44.4 million needed for completion. Nagoshi Studio is currently seeking a new publishing partner, but NetEase is only open to negotiations if the studio can cover the costs of existing assets.
Riot Games’ Wild 2024: Record $434M Profit But $603M in Dividends to Tencent
Riot Games reported a record profit of $434 million in 2024, but paid out $603 million in dividends to shareholders, primarily Tencent, using cash reserves. This financial strength allows for continued investment in games like League of Legends and Valorant, as well as their respective esports scenes, despite broader industry challenges.
Highguard is shutting down less than two months after launch
Wildlight Entertainment has announced that its free-to-play raid shooter Highguard will be shutting down its servers on March 12th, 2026, less than two months after its launch. Despite a passionate team and a final update planned, the game failed to build a sustainable player base, with funding from Tencent reportedly being pulled. Performance issues and controversial early gameplay decisions contributed to a poor first impression for the live service title.
Tim Sweeney muzzled, Highguard crumbles, and the slow demise of Bluepoint - Patch Notes #43
This week's gaming news includes Devolver Digital's charity partnership, the potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Games by Paramount, and the permanent shutdown of Highguard. Unity is delisting publishers from the Greater China region, while Sony's Bluepoint Games reportedly pitched a Bloodborne remake before its closure and is reconsidering its PC strategy. Epic Games' Tim Sweeney is now restricted from criticizing Google until 2032 as part of a settlement.
Till sist! Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced bekräftas av Ubisoft
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is in development, though not explicitly stated as a remake. The company also provided updates on other Assassin's Creed titles, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Hexe, Invictus, Jade, and a 60fps patch for Assassin's Creed Unity on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
You’ve got a whopping one week to play Highguard’s last patch, hero, and account progression system
Wildlight has released the final update for its hero shooter Highguard, introducing an account progression system, a new hero named Koldo, and a new gun. The game is scheduled to shut down on March 12th, after a brief 45-day lifespan, due to an inability to build a sustainable player base despite an initial surge in popularity.
MMO Business Roundup: Sony pulls back from PC ports, US considers compelling Tencent divestment
Sony is reportedly ceasing PC ports for PlayStation 5 games due to concerns over weak sales and brand dilution, though multiplayer titles like Marvel Tokon and Marathon are unaffected. Separately, the U.S. government is considering compelling Tencent to divest from western gaming investments amid data privacy and potential military links concerns.
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Bungie's Marathon has received an age rating for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, though official last-gen support remains unconfirmed. The studio also announced that Marathon's battle passes will not expire, allowing players to progress at their own pace. Additionally, the Pokémon TCG schedule for 2026 revealed the return of Mega Evolutions, and Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is set to stream on Peacock on April 3, 2026.
Waifu Sweeper Launches Waifu Rush, Inaugural Weekly Leaderboard Contest
YGG Play launched Waifu Rush, a new competitive weekly leaderboard contest for the puzzle game Waifu Sweeper, on March 2, 2026. Developed by Raitomira, Waifu Sweeper combines Minesweeper tactics with anime gacha elements and utilizes the CHAD token for enhanced player engagement. The game, which launched on the Abstract Chain platform, aims to attract players with its blend of skill-based gameplay and competitive rewards.
Trump administration debates allowing Tencent to keep its gaming stakes, FT reports
The Trump administration is reportedly debating whether Tencent's investments in U.S. and Finnish gaming companies constitute a national security risk. Internal meetings have been held to assess these stakes, according to the Financial Times.
Trump administration debates allowing Tencent to keep its gaming stakes, FT reports
The Trump administration is reportedly debating whether to allow Tencent to maintain its stakes in gaming companies. Meanwhile, commenters discuss their anticipation for the game Pragmata, express a desire for remakes of Viewtiful Joe, and note the perceived over-saturation of the Resident Evil series.
US government reportedly debating whether to force Tencent to give up its US-based game holdings
The US government is reportedly considering forcing Tencent to divest its stakes in US and Finnish game companies due to national security concerns. Tencent holds significant shares in numerous major developers, raising fears of potential access to personal data of US citizens. This debate has been ongoing since 2020, with a recent meeting on the matter postponed.
Ubisoft's worst-kept secret is finally official as Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced artwork is revealed
Ubisoft has officially confirmed the existence of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title, following years of rumors and leaks. The company also announced a free 60fps patch for Assassin's Creed Unity on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, and provided updates on upcoming titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Assassin's Creed Hexe.
Trump administration reportedly debating whether to force Riot Games owners Tencent to divest stakes in US game companies
The Trump administration is reportedly considering forcing Tencent, the Chinese owner of Riot Games and other major stakes in US game companies, to divest these investments. Concerns over national security and potential intelligence gathering are cited as reasons for the debate, which comes ahead of a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Highguard director shares stats and thoughts on the game's failure, denies conspiracy theories about where it all went wrong: 'Nobody will know the true story of the studio or game'
Wildlight Entertainment has shut down its live service game Highguard after only 37 days due to unsustainable revenue, despite attracting over two million players. Studio head Chad Grenier shared performance insights and denied conspiracy theories, stating that the team made mistakes and the game simply didn't resonate with players. Tencent had previously pulled its funding for the project.
US Debating Tencent Gaming Stakes
The Trump administration is reportedly debating whether to allow Chinese company Tencent to maintain its significant gaming investments within the United States. This discussion is detailed in a Financial Times report concerning foreign investment policies.