All articles tagged with #game development
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Gizmodo
A senior writer from Larian Studios explains that Wyll's character arc in Baldur's Gate 3 was underdeveloped due to late-stage changes and resource constraints, leading to a less satisfying story compared to other characters, though efforts were made to improve his narrative.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by IGN
Larian's Reddit AMA revealed details about their upcoming game Divinity, including team growth, gameplay mechanics, engine updates, lore, and their stance on AI-generated content, emphasizing a darker tone with player agency and community-driven features.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Hooded Horse, the publisher of Manor Lords and Terra Invicta, has implemented a strict ban on AI-generated assets in their games due to ethical concerns, emphasizing the difficulty of policing AI use and advocating for more detailed policies. They view AI art as problematic and potentially harmful to artists and the industry, reflecting broader debates about AI's role and impact in creative fields.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Hooded Horse, a game publisher, has refused to work with developers using generative AI, considering it 'cancerous' and a source of complications in game development, emphasizing their contracts prohibit AI-generated assets to prevent issues like unintentional inclusion of placeholder content. The industry is divided on AI's role, with some companies adopting it for efficiency, while others criticize its impact on creativity and quality, and legal frameworks are beginning to restrict AI-generated art without human input.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by MP1st
Ubisoft has confirmed that The Division 3 is still in active development and is expected to have a significant impact comparable to The Division 1, with more details anticipated in the future.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by GAMINGbible
GTA 6 is not yet content complete, and a third delay is likely as developers are still finalizing missions and features, casting doubt on the November 19 release date, with Rockstar prioritizing quality and possibly delaying into 2027.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Joost van Dreunen discusses the evolving economics of the games industry, highlighting the importance of community and in-person experiences in esports, the industry's maturation with stable revenue models, the need for better industry-education connections, and a cautious outlook on AI's role, emphasizing that consumers prefer high-quality, meaningful games over disposable AI-generated content.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by GameSpot
Arc Raiders' developer Embark defends the use of AI-based text-to-speech technology, emphasizing its role in improving game development efficiency and quality without replacing human jobs, amidst ongoing industry discussions about AI's impact on employment and creative processes.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Push Square
Sandfall Interactive plans to focus on their creative vision rather than succumbing to fan pressure for their next game, emphasizing trusting their instincts and building on their experience from the success of Expedition 33.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Eurogamer
Sandfall, the developer of the acclaimed game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, plans to focus on its own creative instincts rather than external fan pressure for its next project, emphasizing trust in their vision and experience to create something new and exciting.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by BBC
The Total War series by Creative Assembly is emphasizing historical authenticity in its games, working with experts like Prof Peter Wilson to better reflect historical periods such as medieval Europe, while balancing accuracy with gameplay fun, allowing players to explore 'what if' scenarios and shape history.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The Verge
Flappy Bird was a simple yet wildly popular mobile game in 2014 that became a cultural phenomenon due to its addictive gameplay and difficulty, leading its creator to remove it from app stores amidst controversy and backlash, marking a brief but impactful chapter in mobile gaming history.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by GamesRadar+
Sandfall Interactive's next game will prioritize what the developers find cool over fan expectations, following the success of their debut J'RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, emphasizing creative freedom in their development process.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by GamesRadar+
Former Elder Scrolls Online director Matt Firor revealed that Microsoft's layoffs led to the cancellation of his highly anticipated MMO project, Project Blackbird, prompting his departure from Zenimax Online despite his passion for the game.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Rely on Horror
A previously unseen prologue called 'Chapter 0' featuring Ashley as the main character has been discovered in Resident Evil 4, revealing an early version of the game's story that was cut before release, showing Ashley's initial arrival in the village and providing a different starting perspective for the game.