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Union Protests Alleged Fan Playtest at Build A Rocket Boy Amid Layoffs
Former employees and the IWGB union accuse the studio of hosting an expenses-paid event for fans while continuing to lay off staff.
Warframe Director Laments Destiny 2's Fate, Citing Industry's Business Demands
Rebecca Ford highlights the existential threat posed by business decisions overriding developer effort in the games industry.
US Government Reportedly Urged Apple to Use Intel for Chip Manufacturing
A report suggests the US government may have encouraged Apple's use of Intel chips to avoid tariffs, coinciding with a significant federal investment in Intel.
SK hynix CEO Predicts Memory Supply Crisis to Persist Beyond 2030
Global demand for memory chips is expected to outstrip supply capacity for at least another six years, according to SK hynix CEO Kwak Noh-Jung.
Dutch Consumer Group Cites End of Physical Games in Sony Lawsuit
The organization argues Sony's move to discontinue disc sales by 2028 strengthens its claim that the company unfairly controls game pricing and access.
Steam Surges to Record Revenue in 2026, Fueled by Expensive New Releases and Back Catalog Sales
Despite industry-wide turmoil, Valve's digital storefront is experiencing its most profitable year yet, driven by blockbuster launches, expanding markets, and sustained interest in older titles.
Steam Achieves Record-Breaking First Half of 2026 with $11.1 Billion in Revenue
Market analysis indicates a 14.5% increase in gross revenue compared to the previous year, driven by higher game prices and a return of third-party publishers.
EU Confirms It Cannot Force Sony to Continue Selling Physical PlayStation Games
The European Union acknowledges it cannot intervene in Sony's decision to discontinue physical media for its consoles.
Saber Interactive Sees Influx of Offers After Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Success
The studio's Chief Creative Officer states that the hit title has “literally changed everything” and positioned them to be highly selective with future projects.