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Pearl Abyss confirms Crimson Desert DLC is scheduled to 'release this year' — and I'm not ready for…
Pearl Abyss has confirmed in its latest financial report that downloadable content for Crimson Desert is scheduled for release in 2026. The company plans to reveal more details about the DLC's content in the third quarter of 2026, while continuing to refine the game's overall quality and content direction.
It Looks Like Bethesda Hid the True Name of The Elder Scrolls 6 in Starfield Years Ago
A theory suggests that Bethesda may have hidden the true name of The Elder Scrolls 6 within Starfield. This idea gained traction following a tweet from Xbox boss Asha Sharma, which featured a series of asterisks that fans are interpreting as clues.
Supermassive Games announces third round of layoffs in three years
Supermassive Games has announced a third round of layoffs, impacting up to 75 staff members. This decision follows the disappointing sales and mixed reviews of their latest title, Directive 8020. These redundancies, combined with previous ones, bring the total staff reduction over three years to 204.
Saber Interactive CEO responds with bizarre statement to AI use in Rideshare 'Stimulator'
Saber Interactive CEO Matthew Karch issued a controversial statement regarding allegations that the company replaced a writer with AI on the game Rideshare Stimulator. Karch denied speaking with the accuser, Stella Sacco, and stated he would have been happy to replace her with AI, calling her 'programmed to be honest.' Sacco refuted his claims, stating the CEO's statement was pathetic and would damage Saber Interactive's reputation.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV försenas till slutet av året
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV has been delayed from its original September 17 release date to December 3. King Art Games requires more time to polish the game, focusing on performance improvements, bug fixes, and implementing player feedback. The Commander Edition will still be available on November 30 for those who pre-order.
Games Inbox: When will The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel be released?
Readers discuss the potential release window for The Elder Scrolls 6, with speculation pointing towards 2028 and a possible Hammerfell setting. Other topics include the design of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the use of AI in game development, and the potential for future Nintendo handhelds.
DokeV Slated for Launch in Second Half of 2028
Developer Pearl Abyss has announced that DokeV is now slated for a launch in the second half of 2028. The company stated that foundational system work is complete, and the team is focusing on content creation and gameplay loop validation. Marketing efforts, including playable demos, are planned for the second half of 2027, with trailer reveals to be timed strategically to avoid hype fatigue.
No Man’s Sky Studio Co-Founder Says “There is Probably Some End Date” For New Content
Hello Games co-founder Sean Murray discussed the future of No Man's Sky, suggesting there is an "end date" for new content, though it's further off than previously anticipated. He drew parallels to MachineGames' recent update for the 30-year-old game Quake, highlighting the joy in revisiting and expanding older titles. The studio is also working on a new update for No Man's Sky titled "Cosmos" and has recently released updates like "The Swarm" and "Xeno Arena" which introduced new expeditions and creature battles.
Project Sirius Faces Further Layoffs to “Reflect the Project’s Needs,” Says CD Projekt RED
CD Projekt RED has confirmed further layoffs for its Project Sirius team, affecting employees in both Warsaw and Boston. The company stated the team size was adjusted to reflect the project's current development needs. This marks another setback for the multiplayer Witcher spin-off, which has undergone significant changes.
Despite releasing one of the best reviewed games of the year, Big Walk devs don't know what's next for the friendslop banger or the studio: "We need a good rest"
Developer House House, known for Untitled Goose Game, has released their new title Big Walk to critical acclaim. However, the studio is unsure about the future of the game and the studio itself, stating they need a significant rest before planning any new content or projects. They encourage players to create their own games and interactions within Big Walk's 'unrestricted' design.
The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel could be the title of Bethesda's next RPG according to a solid fan theory that dates…
A fan theory suggests the subtitle for The Elder Scrolls 6 could be 'Sentinel,' a name with significance in Elder Scrolls lore and potentially hinted at through a coded message in Starfield. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma also reportedly had a 'live playthrough' of the upcoming RPG, offering praise.
Echoing Palworld dev, video game lawyer says all her clients have anti-AI contracts because gamers hate it and it's a copyright landmine: "I think we're going to see lawsuits"
Video game lawyer Haley MacLean reports that nearly all her clients now include anti-generative AI clauses in their contracts due to widespread gamer disapproval and significant copyright concerns. She highlights the legal risks, including potential lawsuits over ownership and infringement, advising studios to avoid the technology altogether. The trend reflects a growing industry-wide caution regarding AI's use in game development and asset creation.
"There is probably some end" to No Man's Sky, says Hello Games boss, but he'll probably come back 10 years later for a surprise update anyway
Hello Games co-founder Sean Murray discussed the future of No Man's Sky, stating that while it will eventually end, he could see himself working on it for another decade or even returning for surprise updates years later, similar to Quake. He also mentioned that the studio's next ambitious game, Light No Fire, is in active development, but No Man's Sky will continue to be supported as long as players are engaged.
Now that The Elder Scrolls 6 is playable, Bethesda's RPG nightmare of its own making is nearly over
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has had a playable playthrough of The Elder Scrolls 6, indicating a significant development milestone for Bethesda's long-awaited RPG. While not close to release, this marks progress after years of minimal information and development challenges, including the launches of Starfield and Fallout 76. The playable demo suggests the game is moving towards completion, which is crucial for Xbox's upcoming console generation.
Subnautica 2 now has a beta update branch, letting players try out patches before they're finished, but beware, your saves won't carry over
Unknown Worlds has launched an experimental beta branch for Subnautica 2 on Steam, allowing players to test upcoming patches before their official release. Developers caution that saves made in this branch are not compatible with the main game and that builds may contain bugs. This feature aims to gather player feedback and catch issues before wider deployment.
God Of War’s Christopher Judge Is Tired Of Video Game TV Adaptations Ignoring Game Creators
Christopher Judge, the voice of Kratos in God of War, expresses frustration with video game TV adaptations for often excluding creators from the original games. He highlights The Last of Us and Amazon's upcoming God of War series as examples where original talent was not utilized, questioning the decision-making process behind these projects.
Crimson Desert's Switch 2 port could launch in the first half of 2027, says Pearl Abyss
Pearl Abyss has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 port of Crimson Desert has reached a playable baseline and is targeted for release in the first half of 2027. The developer shared this update in its Q2 2026 earnings report, noting that the game has seen significant improvements since its initial troubled launch earlier this year.
The Steam Frame needs to be more than a cool device if Valve want to reshape the VR market
The VR market is facing a decline in headset shipments and studio closures, with a shift away from mid-range devices towards high-end or AR/XR alternatives. Despite Meta's continued dominance and some internal successes with its Quest ecosystem, the overall VR gaming landscape struggles with visibility and the high cost of developing tentpole titles. Valve's upcoming Steam Frame faces challenges related to pricing and a lack of compelling exclusive content, suggesting VR may become an integrated feature rather than a standalone market.
Dawn of War IV release date delayed till December, offering additional polish time
KING Art Games has delayed the release of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV to December 3rd, 2026, with Commander Edition players gaining early access on November 30th. This delay allows the team additional time for performance optimization, bug fixing, and incorporating community feedback. The updated Year One roadmap includes free updates like Crusade Mode and map packs, alongside paid DLC such as story expansions and new commanders.
"If I was buying BioWare, I would want everything": Former Dragon Age lead thinks "there are several ways" the developer survives EA's $55 billion buyout, but none are pretty
Former BioWare executive Mark Darrah discusses potential scenarios for the studio's survival following Electronic Arts' acquisition by the Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. He suggests that BioWare might be sold off with its IPs and technology, or its IPs could be sold individually, though he expresses concern about the overall impact on the developer and its catalog.
