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Clippers found guilty, Aaron Donald unretires - Shack Central Ep. 17
Shack Central Episode 17 covers the Los Angeles Clippers being found guilty of cap circumvention and losing draft picks, Aaron Donald's decision to come out of retirement, and reactions to a new Street Fighter trailer. The hosts also briefly mention the passing of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, and Peter Cullen.
Deus Ex director Warren Spector is retiring after nearly 45 years in game dev
Veteran game developer Warren Spector, known for his work on Deus Ex and System Shock, is retiring after nearly 45 years in the industry. Spector announced his retirement via LinkedIn, citing changes in the game business and a desire to pursue writing, lecturing, and consulting. His most recent project, Thick as Thieves, was released with a significantly reduced scope.
Deus Ex creator Warren Spector announces retirement – "it's time to ride off into the sunset"
Deus Ex creator Warren Spector has announced his retirement after more than 40 years in game development. Spector, who also worked on franchises like Thief, Ultima, and Epic Mickey, cited his long career and a desire to pursue other interests as reasons for his departure. He expressed hope for continued innovation in the industry from the next generation of developers.
Warren Spector is Likely Retiring From Game Development
Legendary game designer Warren Spector, known for Deus Ex and Ultima Underworld, has announced his likely retirement from game development after a 44-year career. Citing age, health, and a desire to pursue other hobbies like writing and music, Spector expressed satisfaction with his legacy and the influence of his games. He also mentioned a possibility of staying involved through lecturing and consulting.
Now 73 years old, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto hopes he's still making games in 10 years despite his family's concerns: "Isn't it about time you stopped?"
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda, expressed his desire to continue making games for another decade, despite his family's concerns about his age. While his direct directorial roles have decreased, he remains involved in producing games and leading Nintendo's ventures into theme parks and movies.
Todd Howard considered retirement before being inspired by Bethesda devs working on RPGs like Fallout 5 and Elder…
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard has stated he is no longer considering retirement, inspired by the continued work of his colleagues. Howard, who has been with Bethesda since 1994 and directed major titles like The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, Fallout 3, Skyrim, and Starfield, expressed his love for his job and the people he works with. He anticipates continuing his work on upcoming titles such as The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5.
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield announces he's retiring from "the day-to-day work" of making games from the vicinity of some chirpy nature
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield announced his retirement from the day-to-day work of game development after a 35-year career. His last game was The Callisto Protocol, and he previously worked on titles like Call of Duty. Schofield expressed gratitude to fans and industry peers, encouraging the next generation of game makers.
Nintendo (NTDOY) announces the retirement of executive officer & legendary developer Takashi Tezuka
Nintendo announced the retirement of executive officer and legendary developer Takashi Tezuka. Tezuka was instrumental in the early development of iconic franchises such as The Super Mario Bros. series and The Legend of Zelda series.
Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka is seemingly retiring from the company
Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka, instrumental in the creation of the original Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda games, is reportedly retiring from the company. His contributions have been foundational to some of Nintendo's most iconic franchises.
Legendary Nintendo Designer Takashi Tezuka Announces Retirement After 42 Years
Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka, instrumental in shaping franchises like Mario and The Legend of Zelda, announced his retirement effective June 26, 2026, after 42 years with the company. Tezuka, who joined Nintendo in 1984, directed titles such as Super Mario Bros. 3 and A Link to the Past, and served as lead producer for the Mario series for two decades. The announcement was made alongside Nintendo's financial results, which also noted a planned price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Legendary Nintendo Designer Takashi Tezuka Set to Retire
Takashi Tezuka, a prominent and long-serving developer at Nintendo, is set to retire from the company later this year. Tezuka has been a key figure in many of Nintendo's iconic game developments.
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Fallout co-creator Tim Cain has expressed his desire to develop one final game before retiring for a second time. Cain, who was instrumental in the creation of the original Fallout titles, is considering his next steps in the industry.
Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel retires
Brian Raffel, co-founder of Call of Duty developer Raven Software, has retired after 36 years in the gaming industry. He co-founded the studio in 1990 and played a key role in its development and eventual acquisition by Activision. Raffel's career spanned numerous titles, and his leadership helped shape Raven Software into a significant contributor to the Call of Duty franchise.
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Raven Software co-founder Brian Raffel has retired after 36 years, having worked on titles like Call of Duty, Star Wars, Star Trek, and Marvel. In separate news, Sony Interactive Entertainment has acquired Cinemersive Labs.
Nightdive Studios VP Larry Kuperman announces retirement
Nightdive Studios Vice President Larry Kuperman has announced his retirement after a career spanning over 40 years in the video game industry. His departure marks the end of a long tenure in game development and publishing.
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Goro Abe, creator of the WarioWare series, has retired from Nintendo after 26 years. He will transition to a professorship at Osaka Electro-Communication University.