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Build A Rocket Boy France is Reportedly Facing Judicial Liquidation
Build A Rocket Boy's French division is reportedly facing judicial liquidation, according to French publication Origami. This follows the end of its publishing collaboration with IO Interactive and adds to a string of bad news for the studio founded by former Rockstar Games executive Leslie Benzies. Around 50 developers may be affected by potential job losses.
IOI Partners disowns MindsEye, Krafton collabs with arms dealer, and more cuts at Ubisoft - Patch Notes #44
Several major gaming companies faced significant news this past fortnight. IOI Partners disowned the game MindsEye, Krafton announced a $1 billion partnership with a defense firm while simultaneously losing a lawsuit, and Ubisoft underwent restructuring leading to layoffs and the closure of Red Storm Entertainment's game development. Additionally, unionized game workers are petitioning for immigrant protections, Pokemon Pokopia achieved strong sales, and Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology faced backlash from developers.
Partnership Between Hitman And Mindseye Developers Officially Ends
IOI Partners and Build A Rocket Boy have officially ended their publishing collaboration on the game MindsEye. The partnership, which began after IOI Interactive established its publishing division in 2024, will see Build A Rocket Boy assume sole publishing responsibilities. This split also means a planned crossover mission between Hitman's Agent 47 and the MindsEye cast will no longer occur.
IO Interactive Officially Ends MindsEye Publishing Collaboration
IO Interactive has ended its publishing collaboration with Build a Rocket Boy for the game MindsEye, with Build a Rocket Boy now handling all publishing responsibilities. This separation means a planned Hitman crossover event within MindsEye will no longer occur. MindsEye launched on June 10, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, but received poor critical and player reception.
IOI Partners no longer wants anything to do with MindsEye
IOI Partners has ended its publishing agreement with Build A Rocket Boy (BARB) for the game MindsEye, transferring all publishing responsibilities back to BARB. This separation means a planned Hitman crossover event within MindsEye will no longer occur. The news follows recent widespread layoffs at BARB and allegations of mismanagement and crunch.
IO Interactive splits with MindsEye developer and ends Hitman collab
IO Interactive Partners has ended its publishing collaboration with Build a Rocket Boy (BARB) for the game MindsEye. This separation cancels a planned crossover event between MindsEye and the Hitman franchise. The decision follows criticism of MindsEye's launch and accusations of mismanagement against BARB's leadership.
Nvidia CEO says critics are "completely wrong" about DLSS 5 technology
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed criticism of the company's new DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology, stating that critics are "completely wrong" and that the feature does not diminish artistic control. Huang explained that DLSS 5 uses generative AI at the geometry level, which is directly controlled by game developers. The article also touches on IO Interactive's publishing division ending its agreement with Build a Rocket Boy for the game MindsEye.
MindsEye developer Build A Rocket Boy and IOI Partners announce "transition" of the game's publishing rights, Hitman crossover now dead
Build A Rocket Boy and IOI Partners have ended their publishing deal for the game MindsEye, with the development studio now assuming sole publishing responsibilities. This transition is expected to be seamless over the coming weeks, though no immediate changes to digital distribution are anticipated. A previously planned Hitman-themed mission collaboration for MindsEye has been canceled due to the separation.
IO Interactive ends MindsEye publishing agreement with Build a Rocket Boy
IO Interactive's publishing division, IOI Partners, has ended its publishing agreement with Build a Rocket Boy for the game MindsEye. Build a Rocket Boy will now handle all publishing responsibilities to ensure continuity for the community and partners. The planned collaboration between Hitman and MindsEye will not proceed, though IO Interactive plans to work with Build a Rocket Boy on future projects.
IOI Partners No Longer MindsEye Publisher
IOI Partners and Build A Rocket Boy have concluded their publishing collaboration for the upcoming action-adventure game MindsEye. The game is being developed by the studio founded by a former Grand Theft Auto developer.
IOI Ends MindsEye Publishing Deal With Build A Rocket Boy, Hitman Crossover Cancelled
IO Interactive has ended its publishing deal with Build A Rocket Boy for the game MindsEye, with Build A Rocket Boy now assuming publishing duties. This separation also leads to the cancellation of a planned Hitman crossover mission. The article notes recent layoffs at Build A Rocket Boy and expresses skepticism about the studio's future, despite an ambitious ten-year plan.
IO Interactive Washes Its Hands of MindsEye After Disastrous PS5 Launch
IO Interactive has ended its publishing relationship with Build a Rocket Boy, transferring all publishing rights for the game MindsEye back to the developer as of March 16, 2026. The planned Hitman/MindsEye crossover mission has also been cancelled. Build a Rocket Boy has recently undergone layoffs, and its CEO has suggested the game's launch was targeted.
MindsEye Becomes Self-published as IOI Partners Ends Collaboration - IGN
IOI Partners has ceased publishing duties for the game MindsEye, transferring all rights back to developer Build A Rocket Boy. The game, developed by Leslie Benzies' studio, has struggled since its 2025 launch, facing criticism for performance issues and low player counts. The developer has also dealt with accusations of corporate sabotage and multiple rounds of layoffs.
MindsEye developers Build a Rocket Boy and IO Interactive announce their publishing divorce, won't stay together for the Hitman crossover
Build A Rocket Boy and IO Interactive have announced the end of their publishing partnership for the game MindsEye. Build A Rocket Boy will now self-publish, and a planned crossover mission between MindsEye and Hitman has been canceled. The article also details past controversies surrounding Build A Rocket Boy, including layoffs and accusations of corporate sabotage.
IOI Partners and Build A Rocket Boy Announce Transition of MindsEye Publishing Rights
IOI Partners and Build A Rocket Boy have announced that Build A Rocket Boy will assume sole publishing responsibilities for the game MindsEye, effective March 16, 2026. This transition means a previously announced Hitman crossover event within MindsEye will no longer be released. Both companies are coordinating for a seamless handover.
Hitman Crossover Mission Canceled For One Of 2025's Biggest Gaming Flops
IO Interactive has canceled the planned Hitman crossover mission in the game MindsEye, ending its publishing deal with developer Build A Rocket Boy due to numerous controversies and the game's poor reception. Build A Rocket Boy will now self-publish MindsEye, with IO Interactive focusing on its own internal projects. The decision follows reports of layoffs and controversy surrounding Build A Rocket Boy's founder, Leslie Benzies.
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MindsEye Review | TheXboxHub
This review examines MindsEye in 2026, after numerous patches have addressed the game's initial buggy launch in 2025. Developed by Build A Rocket Boy, the third-person action-adventure set in Redrock City now runs smoothly, offering a compelling narrative with driving and shooting mechanics, though it is a linear experience rather than an open-world one.
I desperately want the Just Cause creator's new open-city game to be great, but I'm not convinced by its…
The upcoming open-city game Samson, from the director of Mad Max, shows promise with its driving mechanics and aesthetic, but concerns remain about its combat and world population. Despite a recent gameplay trailer leaving the author unconvinced, there is still hope for the game, which is scheduled to launch on April 8.
MindsEye Studio Claims Corporate Sabotage Behind Game’s Failed Launch
Build A Rocket Boy, the studio behind the game MindsEye, has announced layoffs and is pursuing legal action, alleging organized espionage and corporate sabotage contributed to the game's difficult launch. The studio claims to have evidence of these coordinated attacks, which they believe actively worked to make the game fail. This public legal action sets a precedent in the industry, raising questions about the prevalence of such tactics and their impact on game development and employment.
