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What the heck are you playing at, games industry?The article criticizes the recent surge in video game studio closures and layoffs, highlighting numerous studios shut down by major publishers like Ubisoft, EA, Embracer, Sony, and Microsoft. It questions the business strategies of these publishers, particularly Microsoft's handling of Ninja Theory and the high development cost of Xbox exclusives like Gears of War E-Day, while also pointing to the industry's pursuit of live services and infinite growth over sustainable development.
Assassin’s Creed Invictus Playtester Find The Game AwfulRecent leaks suggest that playtesters found the upcoming multiplayer game Assassin's Creed Invictus to be in poor condition, with one report describing it as "awful." The game, which is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal, has reportedly faced delays and may be pushed back from its initial 2025 release window. This follows a trend of live service games failing to meet expectations, raising questions about Assassin's Creed Invictus's future.
Ubisoft reportedly cancels life-simulator project AlterraUbisoft has reportedly cancelled its life simulator project, codenamed Alterra, with affected employees being reassigned to other projects. The game, described as an Animal Crossing-style title with voxel creation, had been in development for about 18 months at Ubisoft Montréal. This cancellation follows Ubisoft's recent introduction of a Creative House structure and other cost-cutting measures, including the discontinuation of three other games and studio closures.