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Congress Members Voice 'Serious Concern' Over Saudi-Led EA Buyout
US Congress members have expressed serious concerns regarding the Saudi-led buyout of Electronic Arts. Saudi Arabia will own 93.4 percent of EA following the deal. This has sparked debates on foreign influence in the gaming sector.
Ubisoft Initiates Colossal Restructure to Become More 'Gamer-Centric'
Ubisoft is undergoing a massive restructure aimed at becoming a more gamer-centric company. The changes include layoffs at studios in Abu Dhabi and Halifax. The company is also considering increased compensation for laid-off Halifax workers.
Wildgate Developer Moonshot Games Confirms Layoffs
Moonshot Games, developer of Wildgate, has confirmed layoffs despite the game's positive launch on Epic Games Store in January 2026. The title failed to sustain momentum post-launch. This reflects ongoing challenges in the industry.
Former Assassin's Creed Boss Sues Ubisoft Over Alleged 'Disguised Dismissal'
A former Assassin's Creed boss has filed a lawsuit against Ubisoft claiming a disguised dismissal. Halifax union has criticized Ubisoft after initial talks following studio closure. This adds to Ubisoft's recent controversies.
Netflix Boss Says Cloud-Based TV Games Are a 'Big Priority' in 2026
Netflix's leadership has declared cloud-based TV games a major priority for 2026. This signals expansion into gaming via streaming technology. It aligns with broader industry shifts toward cloud gaming.
Hideo Kojima to Deliver Keynote at GDC 2026
Renowned developer Hideo Kojima is set to deliver a keynote at the Game Developers Conference 2026. This announcement highlights his continued influence in the industry. Expect insights into his upcoming projects.
Horses Game Banned from Epic Games Store and Steam, Threatening Studio Closure
The game Horses was banned from Epic Games Store just 24 hours before launch and from Steam, leading Santa Ragione to face potential closure. This sudden decision has devastated the developer.
Updates confirm the studio's dire situation.
Arc Games Becomes Independent Publisher After Splitting from Embracer
Arc Games has split from Embracer Group to operate as an independent publisher. This move allows greater autonomy in publishing decisions. It marks another restructuring in the post-Embracer landscape.
Ubisoft Launches First Playable Generative AI Experience 'Teammates'
Ubisoft has unveiled 'Teammates', its first playable generative AI experience as an R&D experiment. The company advocates humility in adopting generative AI. This tests AI integration in game development.
Belfast XR Festival Launches 200,000 GBP Fund for Emerging XR Developers
The Belfast XR Festival has announced a 200,000 GBP fund to support emerging XR developers. This initiative aims to foster innovation in extended reality gaming. It provides crucial funding amid industry challenges.
5 Takeaways from Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026: Optimism Amid Rising UA Costs
Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 highlighted industry optimism, rising user acquisition costs, and UK games sector status. Key trends include predictions for 2026. Sessions underscored resilience despite economic pressures.