Anthem
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Ubisoft’s XDefiant Will Shut Down in June 2025
Ubisoft has announced that their free-to-play first-person shooter XDefiant will be shut down on June 3, 2025. The game, which launched in May 2024, struggled to compete with established titles like Call of Duty and will not receive further content updates beyond the upcoming Season 3. Players who made in-game purchases will receive refunds.
"He truly cared about games, about the industry, and about the people making them" – The industry on Phil Spencer
Industry leaders reflect on Phil Spencer's retirement from Xbox after a 25-year career, highlighting his passion for games, player-first approach, and impact on the industry. Figures from Take-Two, Ubisoft, and others shared memories of his leadership, emphasizing his genuine interest in game development and his role in shaping the Xbox and PC ecosystems.
What $55 Billion Buys: Everything Included In The EA Acquisition
Electronic Arts has been acquired for $55 billion by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, and Silver Lake, officially closing on August 4, 2026. This deal takes EA private, adding $20 billion in debt and potentially altering the company's operations. The acquisition includes EA's numerous studios like DICE, Maxis, and Respawn Entertainment, as well as major franchises such as Battlefield, The Sims, Need for Speed, and EA Sports FC.
Anthem Review | Giant Bomb
BioWare's loot shooter Anthem excels in its flight mechanics and character customization, but suffers from numerous issues including imprecise gunplay, a weak story, and a rigid structure. The game is plagued by frequent load screens, a grindy progression system, and significant bugs, some of which caused consoles to crash. While the core flight and combat can be fun, especially with friends, Anthem requires substantial work to reach the quality of other redeemed loot games.
Anthem Review
BioWare's Anthem excels in its flight mechanics and character customization, but suffers from numerous issues in storytelling, gunplay, and overall structure. The game is plagued by technical problems, including frequent load screens and bugs that can even cause console shutdowns, making the experience tedious and frustrating despite its promising core elements.
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