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European Commission Declines to Legislate Game Server Shutdowns, Campaign Shifts Focus
While the Commission won't mandate keeping games playable indefinitely, it will pursue industry dialogue and consumer awareness initiatives, as the 'Stop Killing Games' campaign pivots to legislative amendments.
Luna Abyss Development Team Laid Off Weeks After Game's Launch
Kwalee Labs cites reasons outside of its control for the redundancy of the nine-person team.
Life is Strange Developer Don't Nod Facing Financial Shortfall
Auditors report that the studio may run out of cash by November without securing additional funding.
EA Unveils New In-Game Advertising Platform, Revives Past Monetization Tactics
The publisher aims to 'transform how brands connect with audiences' through in-game billboards and interactive brand experiences, drawing parallels to previous monetization efforts like The Sims 2 DLC.
Don't Nod Faces Potential Financial Crisis as Funding Talks Stall
The Life is Strange developer's cash reserves could be depleted by November without new investment.
Microsoft Reportedly Eyes Closures, Spinoffs for Double Fine, Ninja Theory, Compulsion Games
Anonymous staff cite reports of impending studio shake-ups as Xbox seeks to improve financial performance.
UK Plans to Ban Under-16s from Social Media and Streaming, Impact on Gaming Unclear
New government legislation aims to restrict online access for minors, but specific implications for gaming platforms remain undefined.
Double Fine and Ninja Theory Reportedly Among Xbox Studios Facing Potential Closure
New reports suggest a significant restructuring at Microsoft's gaming division could lead to the shuttering of several internal development teams.
Obsession Director Curry Barker Open to Video Game Movies
The horror filmmaker behind the surprise hit "Obsession" expressed interest in directing a video game adaptation, citing potential in the medium.