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Fallout lead Tim Cain argues games industry crisis hasn't reached the level of the 1983 crash: 'I don't…
Veteran developer Tim Cain argues that the current video game industry crisis, marked by layoffs and studio closures, does not yet match the severity of the 1983 crash. While acknowledging the current situation is dire for many, Cain believes the '80s collapse was more devastating, leading to a complete collapse of the US console market and the loss of a generation of developers.
Destiny 2 Is Ending Just As Its Story Started To Get Good
Despite a strong narrative conclusion with The Final Shape, Destiny 2's subsequent expansions, The Edge of Fate and Renegades, have continued to deliver compelling stories. However, issues with player onboarding and potential mass layoffs at Bungie cast doubt on the future of the franchise and the resolution of its ongoing narrative arcs, such as the conflict with The Nine and the exploration of Old Chicago.
Most of Bungie wasn’t even aware Destiny 2 was ending development, according to report
A report indicates that a significant portion of Bungie's staff was unaware that development on Destiny 2 was reportedly ending. This situation highlights common internal communication challenges within large game development studios.
Take-Two CEO dodges disclosing GTA 6 cost, but says perfection isn’t cheap
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick declined to disclose the exact development cost of Grand Theft Auto 6, stating only that it is "a lot." He emphasized that achieving perfection in game development is an expensive endeavor.
Unlucky Stars Reach alpha testers may have lost their builds thanks to Before the Frontier bugs
Playable Worlds producer Rodney Haza has apologized to Stars Reach alpha testers for issues encountered during a recent test period, which resulted in the loss of some player builds due to save errors. The team is working to restore major losses and is grateful for player support and understanding as they iterate on the game's systems, including the new Before the Frontier patch features.
Bunny Garden 2 developer says adult women with small chests are too “risky”
Yuji Usuda, CEO of Qureate, stated that platform holders and payment processors create risks for including diverse character body types in games like Bunny Garden 2. He explained that characters with smaller chests are sometimes perceived as underage, leading developers to create overly curvy characters to avoid censorship issues on platforms like Patreon and Steam.
Finnish Game Awards 2026 winners announced — MP3s & NPCs
The winners of the 2026 Finnish Game Awards have been announced, with The Last Caretaker taking home Finnish Game of the Year 2025. Other notable wins include My Tennis Apocalypse for Bit1 Game Competition 2026 and Cities: Skylines II for Best IP Expansion 2025. The event, organized by the Finnish Game Developers' Association and Neogames Finland, celebrated outstanding indie productions.
Kidbash: Super Legend Coming to Steam and Consoles in 2027
Acclaim will publish Kidbash: Super Legend, a roguelike action-platformer from Indonesian studios Authentic Remixes and Fat Raccoon, in early 2027 for PC and consoles. The game features a claymation art style, weapon mixing mechanics, and meta-progression tied to rebuilding a village. It draws inspiration from classic action-platformers like Mega Man and Kirby.
Skådisen Dragomir Mrsic startar svensk spelstudio
Swedish actor Dragomir Mrsic, known for "Snabba Cash" and "Edge of Tomorrow," has co-founded a new Swedish game studio. The studio aims to create character-driven, multiplatform games inspired by real events, focusing on strong narratives and meaningful moral choices. The studio's name and further details are yet to be announced.
Roadmaps and Plans
HELLDIVERS 2 is set to receive an incoming patch on May 27th, focusing on optimizing the game's performance and stability. Further details on the specific improvements included in the patch are expected closer to the release date.
'An unrelenting drive to make the best entertainment' — Call of Duty studio heads outline vision for 'immersive' new Modern Warfare entry
Infinity Ward has confirmed that the next Call of Duty game will be a new entry in the Modern Warfare series, with new studio heads Mark Grigsby and Jack O'Hara outlining a vision for a visceral and immersive experience. The game will not be released on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, suggesting significant technological advancements.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
The game size for Helldivers 2 has been significantly reduced from 154GB to 23GB. This reduction was achieved by removing an HDD technology, impacting the overall file size without affecting gameplay.
Morning Multiplex
The article highlights several game trailers, including an official gameplay trailer for 'Exodus' titled 'Into a Volcanic Hellscape' and an announcement trailer for 'Midnight Souls'. It also briefly touches on the topic of 'cheap knockoffs in games'.
Morning Postmortems/Retrospectives
Bungie developers reflect on the challenges of maintaining quality in Destiny under difficult circumstances. The retrospective highlights the hard work and dedication involved in the game's development and ongoing support.
“CHAOS Fest” to highlight the weird and crazy indie games of 2026
The new games expo "CHAOS Fest" will be held from May 25-30, 2026, organized by indie developer Look Mister to promote "weird and wild" games. The event will feature titles like Worming From Home, GodsTV, and DeGen Rivals, with a social media showcase and a Twitch marathon including developer interviews and giveaways.
We know precious little about Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, but the trilogy lead just confirmed one of the series' most controversial characters is coming back
Naoki Hamaguchi, lead of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, confirmed that the controversial character Chadley will return in the unannounced third installment. Hamaguchi stated that Chadley will continue to play an important role in the story, exploring his curiosity and tendency to talk too much. The character, known for his role in introducing mini-games and providing optional battles, has become a divisive figure among fans.
Dying Light's former director believes devs are obligated 'to focus and listen to the players' because as soon as a game's released 'it stops being only your game'
Former Dying Light director Tymon Smektała believes game developers have an obligation to listen to their players after a game's release, as it ceases to be solely the creators' property. He emphasizes that while player feedback is crucial for understanding player sentiment, developers should not blindly follow the loudest voices, as players are not always correct about solutions. Smektała suggests that developers should pay attention to what excites or frustrates players, as this feedback is valuable for improving the game.
As someone who was all-in on Destiny, I'm gutted to see where we are now
The author expresses deep disappointment regarding the end of active development for Destiny 2, a game they have played since its initial release. They lament the perceived mismanagement and squandered potential of the franchise, contrasting it with the rich world-building and sense of possibility from its early days. Bungie is now shifting its focus to the development of Marathon.
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.
Anime Card Battle X Codes (May 2026)
This guide provides a list of active and expired codes for Anime Card Battle X, a Roblox game. These codes offer in-game rewards such as free rerolls and boosts, which can help players collect stronger cards and improve their chances of obtaining rare units. Instructions on how to redeem codes and find new ones are also included.
