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'Morale has been terrible' at EA, workers claim, saying that AI mandates and mismanagement have left the company 'a cold dead place that's slowly decaying as leadership pilfers every last cent'
Employees at Electronic Arts have reported extremely low morale, citing mismanagement, mandates to work on unsuccessful live service games, and the push towards generative AI. Sources claim leadership is detached, with executive pay remaining high while development teams face layoffs and difficult working conditions. The article highlights specific issues at BioWare and the perceived disconnect between executive decisions and the reality on the ground.
eFootball Modders Targeted in Konami Statement
Konami has issued a strong warning to the eFootball modding community, stating that strict action will be taken against future violations, including reverse engineering and the distribution of modified versions. This announcement has led to prominent modders stepping away from the scene. Players often cite the lack of good events, scripts, and low coin rewards in the online model as reasons for turning to modded offline versions.
Games Inbox: Is the video games industry dying?
Multiple readers express concern over the current state of the video games industry, citing high development costs, studio closures, and a perceived decline in quality. There is a debate about whether the industry is truly dying, particularly in the West, with some readers finding solace in Nintendo's unique approach and the enduring appeal of physical media.
EA Has A New Plan For Madden, And It Leans Into Everything The Company Gets Wrong
Electronic Arts is planning a new 'social-first open-world experience' for its American Football games, tentatively called Project Gridiron, which aims to emulate NBA 2K's successful 'The City' mode. However, the article argues that EA's history of lacking patience, authentic voice, and community goodwill, coupled with its aggressive monetization strategies, makes it unlikely to succeed where NBA 2K has thrived. The piece highlights EA's past failures with similar modes and its tendency to abandon features, suggesting Project Gridiron is set up for disappointment.
Multiple Games With Loot Boxes Become PEGI 16
PEGI has updated its age rating system, classifying games with paid random rewards, commonly known as loot boxes, as PEGI 16. This change affects popular titles like Pokemon GO, EA Sports FC, and Mario Kart Tour, which will now carry a 'Paid Random Items' warning label. The new policy, which began applying to newly submitted games in June 2026, is now retroactively impacting existing digital-only games across Europe and the UK.
EA’s Project Gridiron is a New “Social Open-World Experience” For American Football
Electronic Arts has confirmed Project Gridiron, a new social-first open-world American Football experience, is in development. The company also revealed that a Fight Night revival is in pre-production. These announcements follow recent layoffs and studio closures as EA refocuses on core franchises.
EA lägger ner Bioware och skrotar nästa Mass Effect
Electronic Arts is closing BioWare, the studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, resulting in approximately 400 job losses. Development on the next Mass Effect title has been canceled, and the Edmonton office will be shut down. EA will instead focus resources on its successful live service games like Battlefield and Apex Legends, as well as upcoming titles like Marvel's Iron Man and the next Star Wars Jedi game.
With BioWare dead, EA lays out its 'next chapter,' and it's pretty much as predicted: Guns and football are fine, and everything else is under the microscope
Following the closure of BioWare, Electronic Arts has announced a strategic shift focusing on its largest franchises like Battlefield, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC, while reducing the scope of other projects. The company is pausing 'Project Lotus,' pausing development on the early-stage Mass Effect game, and cutting the Skate team, leading to significant layoffs and a negative sentiment towards the studio's future.
Games like Call of Duty and EA Sports FC most at risk of losing players during GTA 6 launch, according to new data
New data from gaming consultancy Open World suggests that titles like Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC are most at risk of losing players during the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. The analysis indicates that competitive shooters and sports games, along with driving and high-stakes session games, are most likely to see player migration. Developers are advised to avoid major content updates or marketing pushes during GTA 6's launch window to mitigate player loss.
European age-ratings body PEGI begins raising age-limit of loot box games, like EA Sports FC, to 16
The European video game age rating agency PEGI has begun increasing the age ratings of digital games featuring loot boxes to 16. This stricter approach, which started in June for newly submitted games, is now being applied to existing digital-only titles rated PEGI 3, 7, or 12. Games like EA Sports FC and Zenless Zone Zero are among those affected, signaling a shift in how loot box mechanics are perceived and rated.
Ananta means "unlimited possibilities," and that includes being Spider-Man, Venom, or just yourself
Ananta, a new game from NetEase, offers a vast array of possibilities, allowing players to embody characters like Spider-Man or Venom, or simply explore its diverse environments. The preview highlights impressive traversal mechanics in a New York-inspired city, drawing comparisons to Insomniac's Spider-Man games, alongside more traditional RPG elements in a country town setting. The game is set to launch in January 2027 with a focus on player freedom and grounded fantasy elements.
Telltale has ensured that The Wolf Among Us 2 "feels like coming home"
Telltale Games aims for a familiar and modernized experience with The Wolf Among Us 2, focusing on player immersion and narrative depth. Development support from PM Studios, led by CEO Michael Yum, has helped Telltale overcome past struggles and hit production milestones. The sequel promises enhanced visuals, more interactive environments, and impactful choices, aiming to recapture the magic of the original.
Stuntman Hollywood is the ultimate game for high-score chasers
Stuntman Hollywood offers an engaging experience for score-chasing players, focusing on recreating movie scenes with satisfying driving mechanics. The game's core loop involves learning scene layouts to achieve high scores on a twenty-point star scale, with variety in its levels preventing repetition.
EA FC 27 X Burger King Collab Leaked Via Latest Datamine
A datamine suggests an upcoming collaboration between EA Sports FC 27 and Burger King, which could introduce new in-game packs, kits, and other items. This follows previous partnerships with Domino's and Pepsi in earlier installments of the franchise. The leak indicates modified packs containing player items and cosmetic rewards, with EA Sports FC 27 set to launch on September 25, 2026.
EA Sports doesn't think defending in FC 27 has "ever felt this good"
EA Sports is implementing significant changes to defending in EA Sports FC 27, aiming to reduce reliance on AI and reward manual player input. Gameplay Director Kantcho Doskov and Senior Producer Sam Rivera expressed confidence that these changes will address community frustrations and make defending feel more engaging and rewarding.
EA’s New Owners May Be Considering An Even Bigger Gaming Empire
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has become the majority shareholder of Electronic Arts and is reportedly considering merging it with Savvy Games Group, another PIF-owned entity. This potential consolidation, which could also involve Moonton, Scopely, and SNK, aims to improve coordination among the PIF's gaming assets. However, the move faces regulatory scrutiny due to the vast number of major franchises that would fall under one umbrella, and employees fear significant cost-cutting measures, including layoffs and studio closures, may be implemented.
Potential EA and Savvy Merger Would Create Gaming Giant
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly exploring a merger between Electronic Arts and Savvy Games Group to create a major player in the global gaming industry. The potential deal aims to consolidate PIF's investments and improve coordination, though no final decision has been made and regulatory hurdles are anticipated. This move would combine EA's console and PC presence with Savvy's mobile gaming operations and could serve as a vehicle for future acquisitions.
One More Season: A Week Playing Retro Bowl
This article explores the appeal of the mobile game Retro Bowl, a pixelated American football manager that can be played in short bursts. The author spent a week with the game, finding its simple yet engaging management loop and accessible gameplay a refreshing change from larger, more demanding sports titles.
Review: eFootball Kick-Off (Nintendo Switch 2)
eFootball Kick-Off for the Nintendo Switch 2 offers a compelling soccer experience from Konami, rivaling titles like EA Sports FC. It features slick visuals, straightforward controls with an accessible "easy" option, and a robust set of modes including World Tour and International Tournament. The game performs well on the Switch 2, providing smooth framerates and minimal loading times, making it a strong contender for sports game fans.
Will the next Mass Effect actually release under EA's new owners? 'I'll believe it when I see it,' says former EA manager turned Newzoo analyst
Following Electronic Arts' acquisition by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, industry analyst Emmanuel Rosier expressed uncertainty about the future of the company's less prominent intellectual properties and studios like BioWare. Rosier suggests that EA might sell off dormant IPs such as Ultima and Wing Commander or focus heavily on sports titles and esports due to regional interests.
