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EVE Frontier plots a new region, more modularity, and community features in a video roadmap
Fenris Creations has outlined a roadmap for EVE Frontier, detailing upcoming gameplay features and community-driven updates. Key additions planned for the rest of the year include new survival-focused modules, gravity dangers, a 'broken world' to explore, a fog of war mechanic, and enhanced social tools.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond team says working on a Banjo-Kazooie game would be “amazing”
The developers at Toys for Bob, currently working on Spyro: A Realm Beyond, have expressed interest in developing a new Banjo-Kazooie game. This comes as Banjo-Kazooie is a highly requested title among Xbox fans.
Id Software veteran of over 20 years absolutely rips and tears into Microsoft after devastating layoffs: "XBOX decided half the team was no longer needed"
Long-time id Software developer Michael Maynard expressed his anger and sadness following significant layoffs at the studio, which he states impacted roughly half the team. Maynard, who had been with id Software for over 20 years, criticized Microsoft and Xbox for the decision, highlighting the loss of institutional knowledge and the impact on the studio's legacy. The article also briefly mentions Sony and Bungie's recent workforce reductions and John Romero's support for the affected developers.
'These are hard, but necessary decisions' — Xbox pulled funding for Io Interactive's 'Project Fantasy' but the developer will continue working on the game independently
IO Interactive has regained full ownership of its online fantasy RPG, Project Fantasy, after Xbox withdrew its funding. The developer will continue to fund and develop the game independently, but will close its Istanbul studio and lay off an unconfirmed number of employees. This decision comes amidst broader restructuring and layoffs at Microsoft.
Doom dev id Software loses half its staff and all its coders in Xbox bloodbath
id Software, the studio behind the Doom franchise, has reportedly lost approximately half of its staff, including most of its coders, in recent Xbox layoffs. This significant reduction in workforce has led to concerns about the studio's ability to continue developing its proprietary technology and future titles. Co-founder John Romero expressed concern for the preservation of id Software's legacy amidst these drastic cuts.
NEXON and IO Division Conclude Anime Expo 2026: Unveiling Blue Archive’s Next Chapter and Offering a First Look at Project RX
NEXON and IO Division held panels and an exhibition at Anime Expo 2026 to discuss the future of Blue Archive and reveal a new title, Project RX. Key developers shared insights into Blue Archive's next chapter, which will explore urban legends and lore, and provided a first look at Project RX through interactive experiences and teasers.
Bethesda Tells Workers The Company Needs To “Change Course” And Focus On Games With “Greatest Potential”
Bethesda is undergoing a significant shift in strategy following recent layoffs at Microsoft's Xbox division. Company boss Jill Braff informed staff that Bethesda must 'change course' and focus on franchises with the 'greatest potential,' including The Elder Scrolls and Fallout, to ensure sustainable growth and continued investment in its games and players.
Six years later, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 wraps gaming's greatest comeback story
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is set to release on Netflix later this year, with early reactions from Anime Expo praising it as a significant step up from the first season. This follows the remarkable comeback of Cyberpunk 2077, which transformed from a disastrous launch to a critically acclaimed title with its 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, revitalized in part by the success of the first Edgerunners anime season.
Teamfight Tactics temporarily kills MacOS support, as Riot works on long term fix
Riot Games has temporarily removed MacOS support for Teamfight Tactics following patch 18.1, as they work on a long-term fix and transition away from Hextech for Unreal Engine. While the company assures players that account data and content will remain unaffected, Mac users will need to wait for a future update to regain access to the game on their platform.
The Blood of Dawnwalker director says without previous experience from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 'it wouldn't be possible to create a game like this'
The director of The Blood of Dawnwalker stated that the game's creation would not have been possible without the prior experience gained by developers at Rebel Wolves from working on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. This highlights the importance of experienced teams in developing ambitious new titles.
TAMURA R&D Inc. Launches “wombat2D,” a Tool That Converts AI-Generated Images into Usable Pixel Art Assets
TAMURA R&D Inc. has launched wombat2D, a free tool designed to convert AI-generated pixel-art-style images into usable pixel art assets for game development. The tool features a 'Pixel Refine' function to correct common AI image issues, sprite sheet creation, and color adjustment tools. A Pro version with advanced features is available for $1 per month, with a limited-time campaign offering Pro access for new registrants.
Raphael Colantonio on Arkane's Status
Raphael Colantonio addressed the uncertainty surrounding Arkane Studios' future following recent layoffs at Xbox. Colantonio, who co-founded Arkane and left in 2017, commented on the situation via X, noting Arkane's acquisition by ZeniMax Media in 2010.
State Of Decay 3 Might Not Come To Xbox Game Pass, After Being Promised Last Month
State of Decay 3, previously confirmed for Xbox Game Pass, may not launch on the subscription service due to the terms of its developer's acquisition. The deal between Microsoft and the unknown buyer reportedly lacks any Xbox-controlling clauses, contradicting earlier announcements. This news follows significant layoffs at Xbox and the sale of studios like Undead Labs and Ninja Theory.
IO Interactive regains full ownership of Project Fantasy following end of Xbox deal, shuts down Istanbul studio and lays off developers "to find a new balance"
IO Interactive has regained full ownership and control of its upcoming game Project Fantasy following the end of a publishing and funding deal with Xbox. To find a new balance for the studio's long-term future, IO Interactive is closing its Istanbul studio, laying off developers, and refocusing on internal core titles rather than external projects or mobile derivatives.
State of Decay 3 could reportedly skip Xbox Game Pass after Microsoft dumped its studio
Following Microsoft's significant restructure and layoffs, Undead Labs, the developer of State of Decay 3, is reportedly moving to a new management structure or becoming independent. This change could mean that State of Decay 3 will not be required to launch on Xbox Game Pass, despite its recent gameplay reveal and 2027 release window.
After split with Xbox, Hitman developer IO will "continue to develop" Project Fantasy independently, but they're closing their Istanbul Studio
IO Interactive has regained full ownership of its fantasy project, Project Fantasy, after a split with Xbox. The developer will now fund and develop the game independently, but has closed its Istanbul studio as part of a restructuring to focus on its core titles. This move allows IO Interactive to maintain its status as an independent AAA developer and publisher.
Obsidian Hit Hard By Xbox Layoffs, With 25% Of Devs Cut From Studio
Obsidian Entertainment has been significantly impacted by recent Xbox layoffs, with approximately 25% of its workforce, around 60-70 employees, being let go. The cuts affected various roles, including senior talent, art directors, and recruiters. Despite the reductions, work is expected to continue on Grounded 2 and planned DLC for The Outer Worlds 2.
"I know how devastating it is, and my heart's with all of you": Doom's John Romero responds to id Software reportedly losing half their team
Microsoft's Xbox division is reportedly laying off approximately half of the staff at id Software, with a significant impact on the studio's technology team. Former id Software co-founder John Romero has responded to the news, expressing sorrow for those affected and emphasizing the importance of preserving the studio's historical code and assets.
Bond and Hitman Developer Closing a Studio and Laying Off Staff After Xbox Pulls Funding
IO Interactive, the developer behind Hitman and 007: First Light, is closing one of its studios and laying off staff. This decision comes after Xbox withdrew funding for an unannounced project. The exact number of affected employees is currently unknown.
IO Interactive says Project Fantasy isn't dead, but confirms that layoffs are happening
IO Interactive has confirmed layoffs and the closure of its Istanbul studio following the loss of external funding for its online fantasy RPG, Project Fantasy. The studio has regained full ownership of the project and plans to continue developing it independently, shifting focus back to its core internal titles. This news comes after the successful launch of 007 First Light, despite uncertainty regarding future James Bond game development.
