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She built the perfect AI partner - now she has to live with it: Limerence unveiled for PC and Nintendo Switch
Salix Games and Game In A Frame have announced Limerence, an intimate narrative game for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game explores the relationship between a woman and her AI companion, Kai, within a simulated smartphone interface, questioning the nature of connection and emotional dependency in an artificial world.
CODEX MORTIS ships 12 updates in 19 days as first 100% AI-developed indie title
The AI-developed indie title CODEX MORTIS has received twelve updates in its first nineteen days of Steam Early Access, showcasing a rapid iteration cycle. Developed by GROLAF and published by CRUNCHFEST, the game utilizes AI for all production aspects, including code, art, sound, and music, aiming to prove the viability of AI-driven game development pipelines. The game, described as a blend of Vampire Survivors and Guild Wars, is Steam Deck Verified and actively incorporates community feedback.
Google unleashes a native Gemini app for the Mac
Google has released a native Gemini application for macOS, allowing users to access its AI assistant directly from their Macs. The app offers a desktop experience with customizable keyboard shortcuts for quick access and full chat functionality. Users can share screen content, files, and web pages with Gemini for analysis and can utilize its image and video generation capabilities.
Apple rubberstamps an open source driver to allow Nvidia GPUs to run on Macs, though gaming isn't on the table just…
Apple has approved an open-source driver that allows Nvidia GPUs to function on Macs via Thunderbolt or USB4 eGPUs. While this enables the use of Nvidia hardware for tasks like AI processing, gaming on Macs with these drivers is not currently supported due to focus on AI and potential performance limitations.
Snap is laying off 16 percent of its workforce, blames AI
Snap is laying off approximately 1,000 employees, representing 16 percent of its workforce, with CEO Evan Spiegel citing advancements in artificial intelligence as a reason for the reduction. The company expects these changes to save over $500 million by the second half of 2026 and improve net-income profitability. This move follows similar workforce reductions at other tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Pinterest, as they increasingly integrate AI to boost efficiency.
US representative Maxwell Frost protests Saudi buyout of EA
US Representative Maxwell Frost voiced concerns on a Twitch livestream regarding a potential buyout of Electronic Arts by an investor consortium including Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund. Frost fears the buyout, valued at $55 billion, could lead to significant job losses through the use of AI for cost-cutting measures and increased monetization of players. Electronic Arts has previously stated there would be no immediate changes to employees' jobs as a result of the transaction.
AI Yi-Yi!
A shoe company is reportedly purchasing Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and shifting its focus towards Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications. This unusual pivot was highlighted in a recent report, drawing attention to the growing demand for AI-related hardware across various industries.
Dead Space Creator Talks GTA 6's Effect On Other Games: "You Don't Wanna Be Near It"
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield believes Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch date will cause many other games to shift their release windows to avoid its impact. He also discussed the growing importance of AI in game development, advocating for artists to embrace it as a tool for creativity and efficiency, while acknowledging potential cost concerns.
Cybersecurity experts raise the alarm over Windows Recall again: 'The vault door is titanium. The wall next to it…
Cybersecurity experts are raising concerns about Microsoft's Windows Recall feature, which screenshots user activity on PCs. Despite redesigns, security researcher Alexander Hagenah has developed a tool, TotalRecall Reloaded, that can reportedly expose vulnerabilities and extract captured data. Microsoft maintains that the observed access patterns are consistent with intended protections and do not represent unauthorized access.
Amazon’s New Fire TV Stick HD and Ember Artline Aim to Clean Up Your Entertainment Setup
Amazon has launched new Fire TV products, including the Fire TV Stick HD and the Ember Artline smart TV which doubles as an art display. Both devices feature a redesigned, cleaner user interface and integrated Alexa AI for recommendations. The Fire TV Stick HD is available now for $34.99, while the Ember Artline starts at $899.99 and begins shipping April 22.
"Be creative 99% of the time" – Glen Schofield on how creativity can help fix AAA industry woes
Glen Schofield, director of The Callisto Protocol, argues that the AAA industry's woes stem from inexperienced individuals being placed in leadership roles due to excessive funding, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. He believes the solution lies in identifying and empowering true creative talent, leveraging AI as a tool rather than a replacement for human creativity, and optimizing release timing to avoid market saturation. Schofield emphasizes that while AI can enhance efficiency, it cannot replicate the nuanced creative process essential for developing innovative AAA titles.
Adobe's Firefly AI Assistant works across Photoshop, Premiere and other apps
Adobe has launched its new prompt-based Firefly AI Assistant, designed to execute complex multi-step workflows across its creative software suite including Photoshop, Premiere, and Illustrator. The assistant aims to lower the barrier to entry for users by allowing them to describe desired outcomes rather than manually performing intricate editing steps. Adobe emphasizes user control and the preservation of editable native file formats.
Intimate narrative game Limerence announced for Nintendo Switch
Salix Games, in co-development with Game In A Frame, has announced Limerence, an intimate narrative game for the Nintendo Switch. The game explores the relationship between authentic connection and AI companionship through a fictional smartphone interface, following a woman named Claire who uses an AI partner after a personal loss. Founder Jessica Saunders stated the game focuses on intimacy and human connection rather than solely AI.
Leaked GTA Online revenue data boosts publisher Take-Two's stock
Leaked revenue data for Grand Theft Auto Online, showing daily earnings of approximately $1.3 million, has positively impacted Take-Two Interactive's stock value. Despite a security breach by hacker group ShinyHunters, the publisher's stock saw a significant increase. The article also touches on Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's comments regarding AI and the company's decision to lay off its AI team.
Rumored PS6 pricing could mean we've got the entire generation backwards, AI will run Sony's next show not…
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 could launch with a 'Lite' model priced between $349-$549 and a standard model at $999, potentially shifting the flagship console to a more premium 'Pro' tier. Sony is reportedly refining its PSSR upscaling technology, leveraging AI for improved visuals ahead of the next-generation launch.
Infinity Nikki and Love and Deepspace dev: "AI lacks the soul to replace human creators"
Infold Games CTO Ji Zhang stated that AI cannot replace human creators in game development due to its lack of 'soul'. He also addressed concerns about rising RAM prices, believing the cost increase to be temporary. Zhang detailed the different technologies used for their games, Infinity Nikki and Love and Deepspace, noting their use of Unity and Unreal Engine respectively, with in-house tools for optimization.
"Are You High?" – Xbox Co-Creator Believes Whatever Nintendo Makes Next Is Far More Interesting Than Project Helix
Xbox co-creator Seamus Blackley expressed low interest in Microsoft's upcoming 'Project Helix' hardware, stating the company is now entirely AI-focused. He finds Nintendo's future hardware, hypothetically a 'Switch 3', and Steam far more interesting from a content and design perspective, praising Nintendo's consistent ability to create intriguing products.
Giving Graveyard Keeper away for free apparently earned its publisher 'almost 250k'
Publisher Tinybuild reported earning nearly $250,000 from DLC sales for Graveyard Keeper after making the original game free for a limited time to promote the sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2. Developer Lazy Bear Games also addressed player concerns regarding the potential use of AI in Graveyard Keeper 2's development, confirming it is not being used.
Now A Shoe Company Is Buying Up GPUs And Pivoting To AI
Struggling footwear company Allbirds is pivoting its business to focus on AI and GPUs, rebranding as NewBird AI. The company has sold its footwear assets to American Exchange Group and secured $50 million in financing to purchase GPU assets for AI compute infrastructure. This move comes amid a surge in demand for AI services and a significant increase in Allbirds' stock value.
What to expect from Google I/O 2026
Google is set to reveal its latest artificial intelligence breakthroughs and updates at Google I/O 2026. The company has indicated that attendees can expect significant announcements regarding AI advancements.