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Roblox games are escaping Roblox: Creators will soon be able to export standalone apps for PC, console, and mobile
Roblox Corporation is launching 'Roblox Everywhere,' allowing creators to export their games as standalone applications for PC, mobile, and consoles. This initiative aims to expand the reach of Roblox games beyond the platform itself, with plans to eventually support major storefronts like Steam. The company is also working on browser-based play and an offline mode for singleplayer games.
50 Cent is producing a Payday project for 'the screen'
Starbreeze Studios, in partnership with Vice Studios, has announced a deal with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson's G-Unit Film and Television to executive produce an adaptation of the Payday franchise for screen. The exact format, whether television or movie, is not specified, but the collaboration aims to create a high-energy franchise within the heist genre. This new deal follows a previous agreement Starbreeze made with production company Stockholm Syndrome for a Payday TV or film story.
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson Joins Payday TV Show as Executive Producer
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson has joined the Payday TV show as an executive producer. The series is a collaboration between Starbreeze Entertainment and Vice Studio.
Payday TV show in the works with 50 Cent producing
A television adaptation of the Payday video game franchise is in development, with Vice Studios and Starbreeze Entertainment producing. Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson has joined as an executive producer, aiming to create a high-energy heist series. While a cast, writer, and network have not yet been attached, the show is expected to feature the signature heists and action from the games.
You can currently buy three of my all-time favorite microstrategy games for $10
Steam's 'Games Made in Sweden' sale features significant discounts on several acclaimed strategy titles. Bad North, Kingdom Two Crowns, and The Battle of Polytopia are available together for just over $10, with Warhammer: Vermintide 2 also heavily discounted. The article highlights these games and their developers, including insights from creator Oskar Stålberg.
Realistic new FPS feels like Ready or Not and Payday, and has been played millions of times - but it's made in Roblox
TTK Testing, a realistic tactical squad FPS developed in Roblox by Sable Digital, has gained significant traction with six million visits. The game draws inspiration from titles like Ready or Not and Payday, featuring modern-military aesthetics and mechanics such as leaning and callouts. The developers plan to introduce multiple game modes, including PvE survival and competitive multiplayer, with new weapons and maps on the way.
Counter-Strike's co-creator isn't worried about low player counts: "Those people are never going to play your game."
Minh 'Gooseman' Le, co-creator of Counter-Strike, is not concerned about the low player counts for his game, Alpha Response, which is currently in Steam Early Access. He believes that the critics are not the target audience and that the developers are focusing on polishing the game before extensive marketing. Le hopes Alpha Response can achieve similar success to Payday upon its full release later this year.
I'm not sure who the PUBG x Payday collab is for, or why it exists
This article questions the purpose and execution of the PUBG x Payday collaboration, arguing that the new game mode is uninspired and detracts from the core battle royale experience. The author suggests that such collaborations, along with features like map selection, may dilute the player base and harm PUBG's long-term health.
Star Wars Jedi Veteran's Dungeons & Dragons Game Has Been Canceled
Wizards of the Coast, in partnership with Giant Skull studio founded by Stig Asmussen, has canceled an upcoming single-player action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Hasbro confirmed the project's cancellation, though stated they still value their relationship with Giant Skull and are open to future pitches. This decision comes after significant investment in AAA game development following the success of Baldur's Gate 3.
Star Wars Jedi Veteran's Dungeons & Dragons Game Has Been Canceled
Wizards of the Coast, in partnership with Giant Skull studio founded by Stig Asmussen, has canceled an upcoming single-player action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Hasbro confirmed the project's cancellation, though stated they still value their relationship with Giant Skull and are open to future pitches. This decision comes after significant investment in AAA game development following the success of Baldur's Gate 3.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article highlights various game crossovers and collaborations, including a cinematic trailer for Fortnite and Overwatch, a partnership between PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds and Payday to evolve beyond the battle royale genre, and a PUBG x Harley-Davidson collaboration. These examples showcase how different franchises are teaming up to create unique content and experiences for players.
PUBG teams up with PAYDAY for limited-time PvE heists in latest patch update
PUBG: Battlegrounds has introduced a limited-time PvE heist mode called PAYDAY, a collaboration with Starbreeze Entertainment. Available on PC from May 13 to June 17 and on consoles from May 21 to June 25, the mode features four-player co-op missions with loot, class-based builds, and security forces, inspired by the PAYDAY series.
Inside the Heist: How PUBG Teamed Up with Payday to Evolve Beyond Battle Royale
PUBG: Battlegrounds has launched a limited-time collaboration with the Payday franchise, introducing a new heist mode developed in partnership with Starbreeze Studios. This mode aims to demonstrate PUBG's potential as a platform for diverse gameplay experiences beyond its core battle royale offering. The Payday mode features cooperative heists with distinct player classes and the choice between stealth or direct combat approaches.
PUBG is removing several weapons from the game, and you could be due compensation
PUBG is removing several underutilized weapons from its battle royale mode in an upcoming update to make way for new additions. Players who own cosmetic skins for these removed weapons will receive in-game currency compensation, including BP, Credits, and G-Coins, based on the skin's rarity.
The MOP Up: V Rising mulls over a new patch
Stunlock Studios is gathering player feedback for an upcoming balance and bug-fix patch for V Rising. This roundup also includes news on updates for Villagers and Heroes, The Elder Scrolls Online, MechWarrior Online, and Apex Legends, among others.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
A new gameplay trailer showcases a collaboration between PUBG and PAYDAY, while Assassin's Creed announced an upcoming stage show. Separately, the publisher of Clair Obscur explained the decision to launch a physical gaming magazine in 2026.
PUBG comes out with another collab, one that can net you thousands of dollars if you're popular enough
PUBG: Battlegrounds has launched a new collaboration with Payday, introducing a cooperative heist game mode and a streamer challenge with a £100,000 prize pool. The event is available on PC and consoles, with specific dates for each platform. Participants in the streamer challenge must meet certain streaming hour requirements to be eligible for prizes.
Starbreeze hasn't declared Payday 3 dead yet, but it's launching yet another spin-off this year—this…
Starbreeze has announced a new partnership with Gamefam to develop a new Payday game for Roblox, set to launch later this year. This marks the second Payday experience on the platform, following Notoriety: A Payday Experience. The studio assures that these external projects do not mean Payday 3 is abandoned, but rather that they are licensed to external studios.
Starbreeze to develop a second Payday experience in Roblox
Starbreeze Entertainment is partnering with Gamefam to develop a second Payday experience on the Roblox platform. This new collaboration aims to offer players a distinct entry point into the Payday universe, building on the success of the first Roblox experience, 'Notoriety: A Payday Experience.' The company views Roblox as an increasingly important platform for engaging with its fanbase.
PUBG Dev On Highguard And Concord Struggles: It's "Really Hard To Succeed Every Time"
PUBG franchise director Taeseok Jang reflected on the challenges of live-service games, citing the failures of Concord and Highguard as learning experiences. He emphasized the importance of rapid prototyping and community feedback, drawing lessons from PUBG: Blindspot's short early-access period. PUBG Studios plans to expand the PUBG franchise by adding new modes, including a Payday collaboration with Starbreeze, and exploring user-generated content.
