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Stories from across the site that focus on game development.
Why Sony's Next-Gen Console Must Expand Its Game Library to Justify a $1000 Price
With rising costs pushing the PS6 price toward $1000, delivering innovative and diverse games is crucial to attract new gamers beyond established franchises.
Jul 16, 2026
Why Delayed Next-Gen Consoles Could Benefit The Blood of Dawnwalker Development
Rebel Wolves' director explains how sticking with current-gen consoles simplifies The Blood of Dawnwalker's development, easing challenges tied to new platform launches.
Jul 16, 2026
Xbox Restructuring Leads to Layoffs of Bethesda and Microsoft Veterans
Xbox's major restructuring resulted in thousands of job cuts, including key Bethesda and Microsoft developers who shaped Skyrim and Xbox backwards compatibility, impacting game development and legacy support.
Jul 10, 2026
How Playground Games' Fable Uses Forza Horizon's Engine to Enhance RPG Experience
Playground Games leverages the Forza Horizon engine for Fable, enhancing it with new tech for detailed fantasy worlds, animation, and quests, creating a unique RPG adventure.
Jul 8, 2026
Why Blood Message’s Trailer Excited Fans and What It Means for the Game
Blood Message’s recent trailer dazzled viewers with cinematic combat and rich visuals, boosting developer confidence ahead of its console and PC launch.
Jul 8, 2026
Rockstar Games Faces Scrutiny Over Crunch Culture, Pay Inequality, and Bonus Practices
Rockstar Games employees report persistent crunch, unclear pay and bonus policies, and stalled efforts on gender pay equality, highlighting challenges behind GTA 6's development.
Jul 8, 2026
What Happens Next for Arkane Studios Amid Xbox's Massive Layoffs?
Xbox is undergoing significant layoffs and studio changes, putting Arkane Studios' future in question. Learn why preserving Arkane matters and what it means for gamers.
Jul 8, 2026
How The Blood of Dawnwalker Aims to Innovate Within the RPG Genre
The Blood of Dawnwalker director shares the vision of creating unique RPG experiences by setting ambitious goals and learning from genre-redefining titles like Clair Obscur.
Jul 8, 2026
How Experience With The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 Shaped The Blood of Dawnwalker
Learn why the development team's past work on The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 enabled complex gameplay and early optimization in The Blood of Dawnwalker to avoid performance issues.
Jul 8, 2026
Why Xbox Pulled Funding for IO Interactive's Project Fantasy and What It Means
Xbox ended its partnership on Project Fantasy, leading IO Interactive to regain full control, close its Istanbul studio, and continue the game independently amid industry restructuring.
Jul 8, 2026
Battlefield 6 Season 3: What Players Can Expect From Ongoing Content Updates
Battlefield 6 developer promises consistent, compelling new content every season. Learn how this impacts gameplay, player engagement, and the overall game experience.
May 12, 2026
SNK backs new VS Studio led by Tekken creator Katsuhiro Harada
SNK, creator of Fatal Fury and Neo Geo, invests in VS Studio, a new game development team founded by Tekken mastermind Katsuhiro Harada with a philosophy aiming beyond tradition.
May 12, 2026