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Brendan "PlayerUnknown" Greene "moves forward with a smaller team", as Prologue: Go Wayback! studio struggles to find funding
Brendan Greene, creator of PUBG and Prologue: Go Wayback!, announced that his studio, PlayerUnknown Productions, is moving forward with a smaller team due to struggles in securing additional funding. Greene expressed gratitude for the team's professionalism despite the challenges and acknowledged the difficulty of maintaining an independent studio without consistent financial backing.
Krafton is testing an AI-powered ally for PUBG and making esports deals for PUBG Mobile
Krafton is testing an AI-powered companion character named Ella for PUBG, designed to understand voice commands and assist human players in a new arcade mode. The company is also partnering with G2 to expand the esports scene for PUBG Mobile, focusing on Germany and Western Europe.
Morning Mobilization
The retro computer brand Commodore has released a flip phone, generating excitement. Separately, PUBG Mobile set a new record for the largest mobile team-based esports tournament with over 1.2 million players participating.
G2 and PUBG MOBILE Esports Announce Partnership to Expand Western Europe’s Esports Ecosystem
G2 and PUBG MOBILE Esports have announced a partnership aimed at expanding the mobile esports ecosystem in Western Europe. The collaboration will commence with the 2026 PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO) Western Europe Wildcard and includes the launch of an ambassador program featuring content creator JanickaGaming. This initiative seeks to leverage G2's expertise in esports and content creation to foster growth and community engagement within the region.
Türkiye's domestic mobile revenue grew 6% to $347m in 2025
Türkiye's mobile revenue reached $347 million in 2025, a 6% increase, while developer revenue surged by 450% to $2.7 billion over six years. Despite a 4% decline in downloads, the market shows a trend towards monetization, with puzzle games dominating revenue. Dream Games led the market, contributing significantly to the country's growing mobile gaming sector and securing substantial investment.
Playerunknown Productions Laying Off Employees, Cancelling Prologue: Go Wayback
Playerunknown Productions is undergoing a studio restructure that includes layoffs and the cancellation of its early access game Project: Go Wayback!. The studio will focus on its Melba technology, which aims to generate 'Earth-sized' virtual worlds. The team plans one final update for Project: Go Wayback! and is investigating refund options for players who purchased the game.
PUBG MOBILE x aespa Collab Brings K-Pop Skins, Emotes & Exclusive Rewards in Limited-Time Event |
PUBG MOBILE is hosting a limited-time collaboration event with K-pop group aespa from June 1st to June 30th. The event introduces exclusive in-game content, including themed outfits, dance emotes inspired by aespa's music, voice packs, and collectible items. Players can unlock music tracks like "Whiplash" and "Dark Arts" for lobby music and experience aespa's futuristic aesthetic through various cosmetic rewards.
PUBG MOBILE Teams Up With aespa for Massive K-Pop Themed In-Game Collaboration
PUBG MOBILE has launched a limited-time collaboration with K-pop group aespa, running from June 1st to June 30th. The event introduces exclusive in-game content inspired by the group's futuristic style and music, blending K-pop culture with the battle royale experience.
Nvidia's working with all the anti-cheat vendors to make competive games work on RTX Spark and WoA… just…
Nvidia is collaborating with anti-cheat vendors to ensure competitive games function on its new RTX Spark chips for Windows on Arm. This initiative aims to address a key barrier for Linux gaming by improving compatibility with major anti-cheat software like Easy Anti-Cheat, BattlEye, and Denuvo. Nvidia expects to announce further game support in the coming months.
Not just for AI agents: Nvidia's RTX Spark means Arm-powered laptops for gamers, too, promising 100 fps at 1440p in…
Nvidia has officially unveiled its RTX Spark System on a Chip (SoC), codenamed N1X, which integrates MediaTek Arm CPU cores with Nvidia GPU cores for laptops and mini PCs. The RTX Spark lineup aims to offer configurations ranging from 16GB to 128GB of memory, promising high performance with efficient power consumption. Nvidia is working with developers to ensure compatibility with Windows on Arm and support for anti-cheat software for popular games like Fortnite and VALORANT.
Red Dead Redemption 2 now overtaken Wii Sports in best-selling game list
Red Dead Redemption 2 has surpassed Wii Sports to become the third best-selling video game of all time, with 85 million copies sold compared to Wii Sports' 83 million. Rockstar Games' title has experienced a significant surge in sales over the past year, exceeding its sales in any 12-month period since its 2018 launch.
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.
Nintendo’s Patent Application For Pokémon-Like Gameplay on Touch Screens Rejected by JPO
Nintendo's patent application for monster-catching gameplay mechanics on touchscreen devices has been rejected by the Japan Patent Office (JPO). The JPO cited a lack of "inventive step" and existing "prior art," including Pokémon games, as reasons for the rejection. This decision impacts Nintendo's efforts to prevent games like Palworld from appearing on mobile platforms.
Subnautica 2 Publisher Krafton Offered Employees Massive Baby Bonuses, And It Paid Off
Subnautica 2 and PUBG publisher Krafton has seen a significant increase in employee childbirths after implementing a generous bonus program offering up to 100 Million Won (approximately $67,000) per child. The company also extended parental leave to two years as part of its efforts to combat South Korea's low birth rate and foster a better work-life balance.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS LAUNCHES “PAYDAY” CO-OP HEIST MODE IN COLLABORATION WITH STARBREEZE ENTERTAINMENT
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has launched a new limited-time PvE mode called "PAYDAY," developed in collaboration with Starbreeze Entertainment. This four-player co-op experience, available on PC and consoles, features class-based gameplay and heist missions inspired by the PAYDAY franchise. The update also includes a new Event Pass with PAYDAY-themed cosmetics.
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.
New PUBG game, inspired by Escape from Tarkov, gets free playtest
Krafton, the makers of PUBG, are developing a new extraction shooter called Black Budget, inspired by Escape from Tarkov. The game features a tropical island setting with supernatural elements and a 30-minute match limit. Players can sign up for an upcoming playtest on Steam.
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.
If you're asking why everyone's making an extraction shooter, Escape from Tarkov is the 11th most-played game on PC according to new report, beating Overwatch, Marvel Rivals, and PUBG
A new report from Newzoo indicates that Escape from Tarkov is the 11th most-played game on PC for 2025, surpassing titles like Overwatch 2, Marvel Rivals, PUBG, and Apex Legends in total playtime. While not reaching the heights of Fortnite or Counter-Strike 2, its performance highlights the genre's popularity among dedicated players.
