gamedev
PulseAugur coverage of gamedev — every cluster mentioning gamedev across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
7 day(s) with sentiment data
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Xbox union protests layoffs; new Minecraft-inspired puzzle game 'Pight' released
Unionized workers at Xbox protested layoffs by displaying a large inflatable rat on the lawn, symbolizing each developer who lost their job. Separately, a new minimalist puzzle game called 'Pight,' inspired by Minecraft…
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Steam Deck modded into SteamBoy; UK game subscriptions face regulatory concerns
A modder has successfully created a functional SteamBoy handheld device by repurposing a Steam Deck. In separate news, the UK's trade body for the games industry, Ukie, has expressed concerns that proposed subscription …
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Secret Mode launches new studio after prior layoffs
Secret Mode, a publisher that previously underwent staff reductions, has established a new development studio. This move is intended to bolster their internal projects. The company had previously laid off a small number…
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CP/M ported to protected mode; game devs raise $130K for laid-off peers
A new project has successfully ported CP/M, an early operating system popular on 8080 and Z80 computers, to run in protected mode. This development allows the classic OS to function on more modern hardware. Separately, …
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Game developers face crackdown on side projects due to employment clauses
Game developers are facing increased scrutiny over side projects due to clauses in their employment contracts. Companies are employing HR, legal, and communications teams to enforce these clauses, which developers argue…
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Splatoon Raiders reviews praise looter-shooter spin-off on Switch 2 · 8 sources tracked
Multiple reviews have been released for the game Splatoon Raiders, a spin-off that transforms the Splatoon series' Salmon Run mode into a looter-shooter. Critics generally praise the game for its hectic and often overwh…
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Generative AI's impact on game studies and authorship explored · 2 sources tracked
The intersection of generative AI and game studies is being explored, focusing on authorship and user-generated content within games. Discussions highlight how AI tools are impacting game development and the creation of…
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Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM lays off 32 workers after new game's poor performance
ZA/UM Studio, known for the game Disco Elysium, has announced layoffs affecting up to 32 employees across all departments. This decision comes just two months after the release of their latest game, Zero Parades: For De…
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OpenAI rebrands Codex for autonomous workflows; Xbox exec joins Fed task force
OpenAI has rebranded its Codex tool, now aiming to enable independent workflows that can operate for extended periods. Separately, Asha Sharma, recently involved in layoffs at Xbox, has joined an advisory task force for…
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Pokémon fan game debuts new creatures; industry news covers labor, discs, and chip pricing
A new fan-made game, Pokémon Plastic Pyrite, introduces 150 original creatures called fakemon and "Nightmare Forms" to a new region. Separately, news emerged about Rockstar workers facing backlash, PlayStation phasing o…
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Palworld Developer: Gamers Don't Want Generative AI
John Buckley, communications director at Pocketpair, stated that gamers are not interested in generative AI features within games. He believes that genAI will not become a prominent element in the gaming industry. This …
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Unreal Engine 6 to unify UE5 and UEFN with new programming model and AI features
Epic Games is set to unify Unreal Engine 5 and the Unreal Editor for Fortnite into a single, cohesive engine with the upcoming Unreal Engine 6. This significant overhaul will introduce a new programming model, enhanced …
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Microsoft Considers Xbox Spinoff Amid Executive Departures
Microsoft is reportedly considering a significant spinoff of its Xbox division as the company seeks to make the gaming platform more sustainable. This potential restructuring follows the recent departures of key executi…
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Anker Chargers, NieR Chair, and Expedition 33 Game Dev News
This cluster aggregates several unrelated news items from Mastodon, including a deal on Anker wireless chargers, pre-orders for a NieR 15th Anniversary gaming chair, and a discussion about the game Expedition 33. The it…
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Magic: The Gathering Arena developers unionize citing AI use and layoffs
Developers at Magic: The Gathering Arena are seeking to unionize, citing concerns over layoffs, remote work policies, and the increasing use of generative AI. The unionization effort is being supported by the Communicat…