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Ghost of Yotei Spurs Tourism Boom in Hokkaido, Japan
Towns surrounding the real-life Mount Yotei are developing initiatives to attract visitors inspired by the PlayStation 5 exclusive.
Tim Sweeney Advocates for Interoperable Gaming Social Systems, Critics Point to Existing Solutions
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney proposes connecting disparate gaming ecosystems, but observers note that tools like Discord already address many of the issues he raises.
Takashi Tezuka, Creator of Yoshi and Zelda Fame, Remains at Nintendo as Producer
Despite previous implications of retirement, the veteran developer will continue his work at the company.
Hasbro Accused of Seeking AI Voice Rights from Child Actors
An open letter from the Agents of Young Performers Association details a major studio's alleged push to secure AI voice rights from child performers, reportedly linked to the Peppa Pig franchise.
Compulsion Games Staff Allowed to Seek New Roles Amidst Xbox Layoff Rumors
Developers at the South of Midnight studio have begun posting job-seeking notices, reportedly with studio leadership's prior approval.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Launch Could Exacerbate Console Shortages, Retailer Warns
A senior games buyer predicts demand will outstrip supply for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S this holiday season due to the highly anticipated game's release.
Bungie Lays Off Nearly 300 Employees in Washington State
Official records reveal 292 staff cut from Bellevue headquarters, impacting Destiny and Marathon teams.
Bungie Hit by Major Layoffs, Reportedly Gutting Destiny 2 Team
Hundreds of positions eliminated, including significant portions of the Destiny 2 and Marathon development teams, sparking widespread developer and community concern.
Japan's Government Reportedly Offering $70 Million Subsidy to Boost AI Translations for Anime and Games
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry aims to accelerate content delivery abroad and combat piracy through AI-driven localization.