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Elden Ring Director Insists FromSoftware Is Free to Make the Games It Wants To, Teases 'Unannounced Titles'
Hidetaka Miyazaki, director at FromSoftware, has reassured fans that the company remains free to create the games it desires without excessive interference, despite recent news regarding shareholder pressure on parent company Kadokawa. Miyazaki's comments suggest that the studio's creative independence is not compromised.
Ubisoft has staff for '70 Warhorse-sized studios' after cuts, says Kingdom Come director—'That could be 10 KCD2-sized games… released every year'
Kingdom Come: Deliverance director Daniel Vávra commented on Ubisoft's recent layoffs, stating the company still has enough staff to operate 70 studios the size of Warhorse. He suggested this workforce could produce ten games the size of Kingdom Come 2 annually. The article also touches on Ubisoft's broader management issues and Vávra's history of controversial statements.
Morning Interviews
A developer from MindsEye has broken their silence regarding alleged chaos and mismanagement within the company. The interview provides an inside perspective on the internal workings and challenges faced by the development studio.
In lamenting World of Warcraft’s decline, ex-Blizzard boss is trying to find the guy who did this
Former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra has been critical of World of Warcraft's current state on Twitter, suggesting the game needs a complete reset. This criticism comes despite Ybarra's own tenure being marked by declining player numbers and controversial studio decisions, including a studio meeting that demoralized staff and a handling of profit-sharing bonuses and remote work policies that led to significant talent loss.
Here’s to the stable ones: In praise of Tim Cook
This article praises Tim Cook's stable leadership at Apple, contrasting it with the media's tendency to favor more dramatic figures. It highlights Cook's execution success, his ability to lead the company through transitions, and his role in significant achievements like Apple Silicon, arguing that his legacy is one of getting things done rather than seeking the spotlight.
Former PlayStation Exec Shuhei Yoshida Says He Was Fired After Top Boss Asked Him To Do "Ridiculous Things"
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed he was removed from his role leading Worldwide Studios in 2019 because he refused to comply with directives from then-top boss Jim Ryan. Yoshida stated Ryan asked him to do "ridiculous things," which he declined, leading to his reassignment to support independent creators. This departure occurred before Yoshida's eventual retirement from PlayStation in 2025.
Ubisoft Employee Says It’s “Far From Impossible” For It to Make a Big Hit Again
An anonymous Ubisoft employee believes the company can still produce a hit game despite widespread criticism for mismanagement and disappointing releases. The employee cited a lack of accountability within leadership for development issues and layoffs, but expressed optimism about a new structure involving "creative houses" aimed at addressing past problems and fostering innovation. This comes amidst ongoing employee concerns, union calls for CEO Yves Guillemot's resignation, and accusations of nepotism and lack of diversity.
