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Escape from Tarkov's Battlestate Games is now a publisher, and it wants games that others deem "too risky"
Battlestate Games, the developer behind Escape from Tarkov, has launched a new publishing division called Battlestate Games Publishing. The new arm aims to support ambitious, niche, and risky game projects across all genres and platforms, allowing developers to retain full IP ownership.
"We're not done with The Last of Us": Neil Druckmann confirms Naughty Dog has "a couple projects in…
Naughty Dog co-lead Neil Druckmann has confirmed that the studio is working on multiple new projects within The Last of Us franchise, separate from the ongoing HBO television series. While details are scarce, Druckmann expressed excitement about future announcements, hinting at potential developments beyond the canceled multiplayer game, The Last of Us Online.
StarCraft Remastered Website’s Glitches Hint at Upcoming Announcement at BlizzCon 2026 – Rumor
Glitches appearing on the StarCraft Remastered website, coinciding with the approach of BlizzCon 2026, suggest an upcoming announcement for the real-time strategy franchise. While StarCraft 2's website remains unaffected, these visual anomalies hint at potential new developments for the original game, possibly including a rumored shooter with a realistic art style.
Square Enix Confirms Tokyo Game Show 2026 Lineup Includes Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Square Enix has revealed its lineup for Tokyo Game Show 2026, featuring playable demos for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and other titles. The event will also showcase Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. Other companies like Bandai Namco and Capcom have also announced their TGS 2026 plans, with the event set to be the largest iteration yet.
It's really starting to look like a new StarCraft game will be revealed at BlizzCon
Speculation is mounting that a new StarCraft game will be revealed at BlizzCon 2026, fueled by reports of Nexon developing a new title and unusual activity on the StarCraft website. While a StarCraft 3 RTS is possible, hints suggest a shooter might be more likely, aligning with Microsoft's strategy.
20 years later, Left 4 Dead 2 lead admits Valve's team leaked their own trailer because the ESRB blocked them from officially releasing it: "We can't get in trouble for that now"
Valve veteran Chet Faliszek admitted that the development team for Left 4 Dead 2 intentionally leaked the game's trailer because the ESRB had blocked its official release due to graphic content. This tactic allowed the trailer to be seen, though it led to some language being toned down in the final game.
Escape From Tarkov's developing studio has launched Battlestate Games Publishing
Battlestate Games, the developer behind Escape From Tarkov, has launched a new division called Battlestate Games Publishing. This new arm will focus on funding, supporting, and publishing hardcore and niche titles from third-party developers across all platforms and genres.
Blizzard Appears To Be Teasing StarCraft Ahead Of BlizzCon 2026
Blizzard Entertainment's official StarCraft website is experiencing glitches, leading to speculation about upcoming announcements ahead of BlizzCon 2026. Rumors suggest a new StarCraft shooter is in development, with potential involvement from Nexon for a separate project.
Blizzard Might Be Teasing A New StarCraft Game
Blizzard Entertainment may be teasing a new StarCraft game, as its official website, which currently features StarCraft Remastered, has begun displaying flickering elements and text. This has led to speculation about a potential new installment in the real-time strategy series.
The Last of Us Season 3 Did Not Include Naughty Dog’s Involvement For Creative Choices
Neil Druckmann, co-creator of The Last of Us, stated that Naughty Dog had no creative involvement in the direction of Season 3 of the HBO television adaptation. Druckmann stepped away from the show to focus on Naughty Dog's game development, including Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, while teasing future projects within The Last of Us franchise.
Something Is Brewing With StarCraft
Blizzard Entertainment has sparked speculation about new StarCraft content with "glitching" visual elements on the official StarCraft Remastered website, ahead of BlizzCon. While the franchise has been largely dormant, rumors of a StarCraft shooter and Nexon's potential interest in a new RTS have surfaced, raising hopes for fans of the acclaimed strategy series.
Days before BlizzCon, Blizzard begins mysterious StarCraft teaser amid rumors of StarCraft 3
Blizzard Entertainment has launched a mysterious teaser for the StarCraft series on its official website, coinciding with rumors of a potential StarCraft 3 being developed by Nexon. This comes just days before BlizzCon, a common venue for major Blizzard announcements, fueling speculation about the future of the franchise.
KONAMI PRESS START Reveals Rhapsody in Scarlet, Project Zircon and More | Invision Game Community
KONAMI's PRESS START event revealed several new titles including Rhapsody in Scarlet, a story-driven action-adventure set in 1920s New York, and Project Zircon, a deck-building roguelike. Updates were also provided for KONAMI Wai Wai World Craft, SILENT HILL: Townfall, Rev. NOiR, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, and eFootball Kick-Off!.
Neverwinter lays out its roadmap for the remainder of 2026 and into early 2027
Cryptic Studios has released a roadmap detailing plans for Neverwinter through the end of 2026 and into early 2027. Upcoming content includes new events, Module 34 with a new trial and skirmish, and an additional difficulty mode. Future updates in 2027 will focus on an item-level rebalance, class changes, new class roles, UI improvements, and updates to the Reaper challenge.
'We Were All Positive It Was Going to Fail': Rockstar Devs Thought GTA Online Would Flop
A former Rockstar Games developer revealed that the team was pessimistic about the success of Grand Theft Auto Online prior to its launch. Despite initial doubts, the game went on to become a massive success.
CDPR: The Witcher 4 kommer inte att se ut som "ytterligare ett Unreal Engine-spel"
CD Projekt Red's CEO Michał Nowakowski addressed concerns that The Witcher 4, built on Unreal Engine, will resemble other games using the engine. He assured that the game will retain CDPR's distinct style and that the underlying technology will be irrelevant to players. The company aims to release The Witcher 4 by 2028.
The Witcher 4 Will Be Made “Predominantly Using People” And Not AI
CD Projekt joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that The Witcher 4 will be developed "predominantly using people" and not rely heavily on artificial intelligence. While acknowledging AI as a potential tool, he emphasized that complex games require human creativity and that using AI to make complete games is not the ethical path for the studio.
Double Fine Flexes Its Independence With Price Cuts And A New PS5 Release
Newly independent Double Fine Productions has announced a surprise PlayStation 5 release for its game Keeper, along with a price cut for both Keeper and Kiln. The studio also revived its Amnesia Fortnight game jam and is crowdfunding its next title, with a stretch goal for Brutal Legend 2.
Gamecity Hamburg launches second round of prototype funding
Gamecity Hamburg has launched the second round of its prototype funding program, offering up to €80,000 in non-repayable funds to Hamburg-based startups and SMEs for digital game development. Applicants must have a marketable prototype and consult with Gamecity Hamburg before the September 24, 2026 deadline.
Crimson Desert's first DLC is called Charting the Unknown, and it's out next month
Pearl Abyss has announced Charting the Unknown, the first DLC for Crimson Desert, set to release on October 15th. This new content will add story missions, homesteading, and romance features to the game. The announcement follows the recent "Enhanced" free upgrade and comes as the developer explores multiplayer and live service models, with a Nintendo Switch version also in development.
