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A retro game publisher, ININ Games, hinted at the possibility of smaller, cheaper Switch 2 cartridges, which could benefit physical game releases, but Nintendo has not officially confirmed these details, and the information was later retracted by the publisher.
Nintendo has introduced new publishing guidelines for the Switch 2 eShop in Asia aimed at reducing low-quality 'slop' games, restricting adult content, and improving storefront quality, with some enforcement observed such as the renaming of certain adult-themed games. The rules include limits on game bundles, restrictions on sensitive content, and prohibitions on inaccurate descriptions, reflecting efforts to curb spam and improve user experience, though opinions on their effectiveness vary among developers.
Sony's decision to publish Helldivers 2 on Xbox Series X|S has divided fans, with some seeing it as positive for wider access and others fearing brand dilution. The move marks a notable shift in Sony's publishing strategy, prompting discussions about the future of PlayStation exclusives and platform relevance. Reactions on social media are mixed, reflecting broader industry debates about cross-platform publishing and brand strength.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella expressed excitement about the company's recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard, stating that they will be doubling down as a game producer and publisher. With the addition of numerous studios under Xbox Game Studios, Microsoft aims to bring more games to market and become one of the largest game publishers. The company also plans to leverage platforms such as mobile, consoles, PCs, and the cloud to cater to the changing landscape of game development and delivery. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Xbox Game Pass and provide a steady pipeline of titles in the future.
Valve has stated that it will not publish games that include AI-generated content that infringes on existing copyrights. The company clarified that it is not trying to discourage the use of AI on its platform, but is working on how to account for this technology in its review process. Valve has been refunding submission credits to developers who violated the rules regarding AI-generated content. This move by Valve reflects the growing concern over copyright infringement caused by generative AI, which has already caused issues in the music industry.
Daedalic Entertainment, the studio behind The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, is shutting down its internal development arm and focusing on game publishing, sales, and marketing. The studio is laying off 25 people and has halted the development of another Lord of the Rings game. Despite this, Daedalic is committed to improving The Lord of the Rings: Gollum with patches and a Nintendo Switch version in development. The game has received criticism for its performance issues, graphics, and gameplay.
German developer Daedalic Entertainment has reportedly ceased internal game development and will focus on game publishing, sales, and marketing. This decision comes after the negative reception of their most recent game, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. The studio has also canceled another Lord of the Rings project and laid off 25 employees. Daedalic is committed to improving Gollum through patches and updates.