The Bioshock movie is moving forward with a smaller budget

Jim HendlerJuly 29, 24Entertainment, netflix

It has been a while since we last heard about Netflix’s Bioshock movie, sparking speculation that it may have been canceled. However, the latest update confirms that the movie is still in the works. Unfortunately, there are reports suggesting that the budget for the film has been reduced, as per Variety. This comes from producer Roy Lee, who was one of the people behind The Lego Movie. He announced the reduced budget at a panel at San Diego Comic-Con. He didn’t release the numbers, but said the film is currently…

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Amazon releases the first teaser for its upcoming Yakuza adaptation

Febin MathewJuly 29, 24Amazon, Entertainment, Gaming, Yakuza

Amazon has unveiled a teaser video for its upcoming live action adaptation of SEGA’s Yakuza games, Like A Dragon: Yakuza, at San Diego Comic-Con. The video showcases the intricate inking process of Kazuma Kiryu’s famous dragon tattoo, as well as glimpses of Kamurocho’s nightlife, key characters from the series, and the underground fight club featured in the games. The teaser concludes with a scene of a shirtless Kiryu entering a circle of spectators cheering and placing bets on his upcoming match. When the company announced the show in June, it…

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Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Adriana MaraisJuly 25, 24Gaming, Nintendo

The Nintendo Wii was a massive cultural success, selling over 100 million consoles. Despite its small size, modders have successfully reduced the Wii’s footprint even further, creating a functional console the size of a keychain, as reported by Time Extension. In fact, it can also be used as a keychain. The aptly named Nintendo Kawaii is a teenage weensy Wii that lacks the bells and whistles of the original, but it works and can play games from that generation. It’s also quite addictive with a CNC aluminum metal frame. It…

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Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Nitin MisraJuly 25, 24Gaming, Nintendo

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Respawn is reversing its unpopular alterations to the Apex Legends battle pass

Febin MathewJuly 25, 24Gaming

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World of Warcraft employees achieve ‘form a union’ milestone

Nitin MisraJuly 25, 24Games, Gaming

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World of Warcraft employees achieve ‘form a union’ milestone

Nitin MisraJuly 25, 24Games, Gaming

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Respawn is reversing its unpopular alterations to the Apex Legends battle pass

Sanjay PatilJuly 25, 24Gaming

Respawn Entertainment has announced that players will once again have the option to purchase Apex Legends battle passes using in-game currency. In response to player feedback, the company stated, “Your voices have been heard, and we have taken them into consideration.” The developer faced backlash and negative reviews from players earlier this month when it initially revealed changes to the game’s reward system. The original announcement was convoluted, but the heart of the Apex community’s frustration was that players would no longer be able to use in-game currency to access…

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World of Warcraft employees achieve ‘form a union’ milestone

Jim HendlerJuly 25, 24Games, Gaming

The World of Warcraft (WoW) team, including artists, designers, engineers, producers, quality assurance (QA) testers, and other game developers, have formed a union. Over 500 workers at Blizzard Entertainment studio voted to join the Communications Workers of America (CWA) and established the World of Warcraft Gamemakers Guild, as announced in a post on the union’s official account. Blizzard studio is the latest major game studio to form an alliance amid the uncertain layoffs and studio closures in the gaming industry. Bethesda Game Studios, the studio behind the Fallout and Elder…

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Netflix appoints former Epic Games executive as new President of Gaming

Adriana MaraisJuly 25, 24Gaming, netflix

Netflix has appointed Alain Tascan as its new president of games, as reported by Variety. Tascan previously served as the executive vice president for game development at Epic Games, where he managed the development of popular titles like Fortnite, Lego Fortnite, Rocket League, and Fall Guys. The company is also recruiting talent on the creative side. Since launching the game project in 2021, Netflix has acquired prominent indie studios Night School, Boss Fight, Next Games, and Spry Fox and brought a large number of acclaimed indie games to mobile devices.…

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A Call of Duty game is set to join Xbox Game Pass, but it’s not the one fans were hoping for

Adriana MaraisJuly 25, 24Call of Duty, Gaming, Microsoft

Microsoft has faced criticism for increasing the price of its Xbox Game Pass and the limited selection of games available. In an attempt to appease customers, they have added a Call of Duty game to the lineup for the first time. However, the game chosen is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, which is considered one of the least popular games in the series. Calling reviews of Modern Warfare III “mixed” would be generous. IGN’s Simon Cardy said its single-player campaign was “shallow”, “boring” and “the worst Call of Duty single-player…

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PS5 update simplifies access to multiplayer games

Adriana MaraisJuly 25, 24Discord, Gaming, PlayStation, ps5, Sony

Sony has released a new system software update for PlayStation 5 users, making it easier to connect with fellow gamers. The update includes the ability to generate shareable links for inviting others to join multiplayer games, a feature that was initially announced in May. The new PS5 update gives you a link in the app that can be shared with anyone, even if you’re not Playstation Network friends. A QR code will appear next to the link, but Sony warns that you may need to update some of your games…

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Humble Games allegedly terminates all employees

Febin MathewJuly 25, 24Gaming, Layoffs

All 36 employees at Humble Games have been laid off, according to reports. Former staff members took to social media to share news of the layoffs. Humble Games, owned by media giant Ziff Davis, which also owns IGN, Eurogamer, and GamesIndustry.biz, confirmed a “restructure” in a LinkedIn post, but did not disclose the exact number of jobs affected. A Humble Games PR representative also confirmed to ReturnByte that the company will not be closing its doors as a result of today’s restructuring. He added that the studio will continue to…

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Warner Bros. acquires developer of MultiVersus brawler

Nitin MisraJuly 23, 24Gaming, HBO

Warner Bros. has recently confirmed the purchase of Player First Games, the studio responsible for creating the widely popular free-to-play platform fighter MultiVersus. The decision to acquire the developer aligns perfectly with the game’s concept, which features a roster of characters exclusively from WB properties such as Batman, Bugs Bunny, Agent Smith from The Matrix, and the iconic duo Rick and Morty. Not much seems to be changing in the day-to-day operations of Player First Games. Founders Tony Huynh and Chris White continue to lead the company, though the pair…

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Echoes of the Emergent, a visually stunning Playdate exclusive, captivated me with its beauty and storytelling

Febin MathewJuly 22, 24Gaming

Despite my love for both reading and video games, I have never been drawn to visual novels until now. The announcement of Echoes of the Emergent caught my attention a few months ago with its description as “a personal journey through a shattered post-apocalyptic world.” The gritty aesthetic and melancholic atmosphere compelled me to preorder it, and now that I have finally experienced it, I am truly impressed. Echoes of the Emergent is a Playdate exclusive from RNG Party Games, the same team that made Bloom. It begins with its…

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Developer of VA-11 HALL-A creates cyberpunk RPG .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND

Adriana MaraisJuly 21, 24Gaming

Sukeban Games is currently developing a new game called .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, which they describe as a cyberpunk active time action game with a battle system reminiscent of Parasite Eve. The protagonist of the game is a mercenary named Reila Mikazuchi. Players will have to be on guard as enemies can attack from any direction while exploring the game’s environments. To counterattack, players must dodge and wait for their action bar to fill up. The speed at which the action bar fills is determined by the character and weapon stats,…

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Discover 10 exciting career opportunities in the lucrative gaming industry: Find the perfect match for your skills and interests.

Nitin MisraJuly 21, 24Online Gaming

The gaming industry has undergone significant changes, opening up a wide range of career options beyond the usual roles. Individuals with a love for games can find rewarding opportunities in this fast-paced industry by exploring alternative career paths. Game designer Game designers are responsible for creating the game’s story, mechanics, and overall experience. They turn concepts into playable experiences with a focus on ensuring engagement and enjoyment. In this role, essential skills are creativity, storytelling, problem solving and a deep understanding of games. Game programmer Game programmers bring game models…

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Twitch reinstates ex-President Trump’s Twitch account

Sanjay PatilJuly 20, 24Gaming, Politics, Streaming, Twitch

Twitch has announced that the three-year ban of former president and current Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on the gaming stream platform has been lifted. A statement from Twitch confirmed the reversal of Trump’s ban from the platform. “We have reinstated former President Trump’s Twitch channel,” the statement read. “We believe it is valuable to hear directly from the presidential candidates whenever possible. Trump is now the official Republican nominee for President of the United States. The Amazon-owned platform temporarily suspended President Trump’s account in 2020 for violating its hateful…

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The FTC shares your frustration over the Xbox Game Pass price hike

Febin MathewJuly 20, 24Call of Duty, FTC, Gaming, Microsoft, xbox

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) expressed concerns in a letter to the US Appeals Court about Microsoft’s recent changes to its Xbox Game Pass service following its acquisition of Activision. The FTC highlighted a price increase for the Game Pass Ultimate, now costing $20 a month, which is $3 more than before and a 17 percent year-over-year increase. The agency described these changes as “exactly the sort of consumer harm” they were worried about. In addition, the agency drew attention to Microsoft’s decision to end the $11 console Game Pass…

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Mario became a playable character in Donkey Kong Country in 1994 thanks to a clever hack.

Adarsh V.KJuly 20, 24Gaming

Mario and Donkey Kong, who have a long history as rivals, frenemies, go-kart competitors, and tennis partners, have never appeared as playable characters in each other’s platforming adventures. However, thanks to a clever hack, this has now changed. The Italian plumber once kidnapped Donkey Kong’s son, while DK once took over Mario’s toy company and stole a bunch of little figurines. They have a complicated past, but now they can finally team up in each other’s games. Mario is a playable character in a hacked version of the SNES classic…