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"We’re going to become the new legend": Naoki Hamaguchi on making Final Fantasy 7 Revelation as if it's the last ever Final Fantasy 7 game
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi is approaching development as if it will be the last Final Fantasy 7 game, aiming to make it a new legend. He discussed the game's themes of diversity, noting how ahead of its time the original Final Fantasy 7 was in addressing these topics. The game is set to release on April 8th, 2027.
Voting extended for special categories in the Best Places To Work Awards
GamesIndustry.biz has extended the nomination deadline for the Special Awards categories of its Best Places To Work Awards until September 7th. These awards recognize excellence in areas such as education, training, environmental sustainability, diversity, and corporate social responsibility for UK businesses in the games industry.
A risk-averse video game industry is failing marginalized developers
The video game industry is criticized for being risk-averse, leading to difficulties for marginalized developers like Nazih Fares and his team behind the satirical card game 'The Arab League of Misfits.' Despite positive feedback, their game is deemed too risky by potential funders due to its Arab identity and heritage focus. This trend is exacerbated by industry-wide struggles, layoffs, and a preference for safe, licensed IPs over supporting new voices.
Viral Tweet Claims Indian Developers Lead GTA 6 Development
A viral social media post claims that a majority of developers working on Grand Theft Auto 6 are Indian, sparking discussions about the global nature of AAA game development. While Rockstar Games has not confirmed these details, the claim highlights the increasing international collaboration and diverse talent pools being utilized in modern game creation.
As Overwatch Season 2 welcomes Sierra, Blizzard says "we're proud to continue expanding our hero roster and the communities around the globe we get to represent"
Overwatch Season 2: Summit introduces Sierra, the game's first African American hero, continuing Blizzard Entertainment's commitment to global representation. Director Aaron Keller emphasized the importance of expanding the hero roster and representing diverse communities. The update also includes a three-week event and a dedicated Nintendo Switch edition.
The Rise of Black Anime Characters and Their Impact on Representation
This article discusses the growing presence and impact of Black characters in anime, highlighting their contributions to storytelling and representation. It features a list of notable characters from various series, such as Onyankopon from Attack on Titan, Usopp from One Piece, and Michiko Malandro from Michiko & Hatchin, emphasizing their unique styles, depths, and cultural influences.
10 Times a Star Leaving Changed the Course of a Series
This article analyzes ten instances where significant actors leaving television series drastically altered their storylines and overall direction. Reasons for departures ranged from contract disputes and demands for equal pay to personal struggles and creative differences, impacting fan reception and the shows' longevity.
