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Lord of the Rings, Tomb Raider, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, and more now overseen by new company from Embracer that'll make at least 2 "outstanding AAA products" a year
Embracer Group has established a new entity called Fellowship Entertainment to oversee a portfolio of major intellectual properties, including The Lord of the Rings, Tomb Raider, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. The company aims to increase management focus and unlock the potential of these IPs, with a goal of releasing at least two outstanding AAA products annually starting in fiscal year 2027-2028. Fellowship Entertainment will also explore licensing opportunities and the adaptation of new technologies, including AI.
Former Square Enix exec says backlash over Final Fantasy 6 AI mock-up shared by the JRPG series' creator "shows how far down the rabbit hole the madness goes"
Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok commented on the controversy surrounding Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi sharing an AI-generated mock-up for a Final Fantasy 6 remake. While Sakaguchi faced criticism from some industry figures, Navok defended his right to explore AI technology. The article also touches on Square Enix's internal use of AI for quality assurance and the broader industry's cautious approach to generative AI in game development.
An Open-World Middle-Earth RPG From Kingdom Come Studio Is Officially Happening
Warhorse Studios has officially confirmed it is developing an open-world RPG set in Middle-earth, with more details to be revealed later. The studio, owned by Embracer, is also working on a new entry in its Kingdom Come series. This announcement follows Embracer's acquisition of Middle-earth Enterprises and its stated goal of a 'Lord of the Rings Renaissance'.
Former OpenAI and Tesla AI leader Andrej Karpathy joins Anthropic
Anthropic has hired Andrej Karpathy, a prominent figure in the artificial intelligence field who previously held leadership roles at OpenAI and Tesla. This move signifies a significant addition to Anthropic's AI research and development team.
Google (GOOGL) CEO Sundar Pichai says the company is processing over 3.2 quadrillion tokens/month
During its 2026 I/O keynote, Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced that the company is processing over 3.2 quadrillion tokens per month for its artificial intelligence initiatives. This figure highlights the massive scale of Google's AI operations and data processing capabilities.
Games Inbox: Is PlayStation right to abandon the PC?
Readers discuss Sony Interactive Entertainment's strategy regarding PC releases, with some seeing a move away from PC as a positive sign for more single-player focused games. There's also commentary on the state of Xbox, the potential for a big-budget Transformers game, and praise for Forza Horizon 6's refined arcade racing experience.
Firefox AI guardrails arrive for mobile
Mozilla's Firefox browser is introducing new AI guardrails for its mobile version, allowing users to disable all AI enhancements with a single tap. This feature aims to provide users with greater control over AI integration and enhance privacy.
Party Animals cancels AI video contest after backlash
Recreate Games has apologized and canceled its Golden Paws Awards contest for Party Animals following fan backlash. The contest, which involved AI-generated videos, faced criticism from the community.
Google debuts AI-powered tools to optimize scientific research workflows
Google has launched three new AI-powered features under the Gemini for Science collection. These tools are designed to optimize workflows within scientific research.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 566: Rock the Cradle of War
The Massively OP Podcast episode 566 covers EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion, the beta for EverQuest Legends, and Spirit Crossing's housing system. The hosts also discuss Throne and Liberty's progression, the use of AI in MMOs, and financial reports from companies like NCSoft and Square Enix.
Google announces Wear OS 7
Google has announced Wear OS 7, an update for its smartwatch operating system. The new version integrates Gemini Intelligence and introduces a new widget system for enhanced user experience.
Everything announced at Google I/O 2026
Google announced several new initiatives at its annual I/O developer conference, including advancements in AI with Gemini Spark and Omni, and updates to Google Search and Shopping. The company also touched upon developments in Extended Reality (XR).
XREAL and Google Bring Project Aura to Life at Google I/O 2026
XREAL and Google showcased Project Aura, their lightweight XR glasses, at Google I/O 2026, demonstrating the integration of Google's Android XR platform, Gemini AI, and Qualcomm processors. The event provided hands-on opportunities for attendees to experience spatial computing applications like immersive navigation and virtual screen usage. An Android XR Developer Catalyst Program was also announced to foster platform development, with a global release for Project Aura confirmed for 2026.
Terminally Online - Free Online Browser Game
Terminally Online is a browser-based simulation game where players interact with 200 AI-powered NPCs that possess persistent memory, learn from interactions, and evolve in intelligence. The game satirizes internet culture and social media addiction, featuring complex NPC social dynamics, multiple simulated social media platforms, and a vitals system for the player.
Google's Circle to Search feature can tell you if an image was AI-generated
Google is expanding its AI detection capabilities to more products, including the Circle to Search feature. This allows users to more easily verify if an image was generated or edited using artificial intelligence.
Project Genie adds Google Street View integration and goes live for global AI Ultra users
Project Genie, an AI tool for creating virtual worlds, has added integration with Google Street View, allowing users to ground their creations in real-world locations. This feature is now live for global AI Ultra users.
Google says Gemini 3.5 Flash rivals 'large flagship models' for coding and agentic tasks
Google claims its new Gemini 3.5 Flash artificial intelligence model significantly outperforms other large flagship models in coding and agentic tasks. The company states that Gemini 3.5 Flash can complete these tasks in a fraction of the time compared to existing frontier models.
The Google AI Ultra plan now starts at $100 a month
Google has reduced the starting price of its most expensive AI plan, the "Ultra" tier, to $100 per month. This adjustment makes the premium AI service more accessible to a wider range of users.
Google's Gemini Spark is an agentic AI assistant
Google is rolling out its new AI agent, Gemini Spark, to testers this week. This agent is designed to function as an AI assistant.
Google's Gemini Omni can generate 'anything from any input,' starting with video
Google announced its new AI model, Gemini Omni, capable of generating content from any input, including video. This announcement was made alongside other Gemini updates aimed at AI creators.