Shannon Loftis brings expertise to “advance the objectives of diversity, equity, and inclusion for developers worldwide.” Image credit ranking: IGDA The International Game Developers Association Foundation (IGDA-F) has appointed Shannon Loftis as the new chair of its board of directors. Loftis takes over from Ed Fries, who is stepping down from his director role after
Read MoreGameSpot may potentially earn revenue from affiliate and advertising collaborations for disseminating this content and from purchases made through links. Following Microsoft’s announcement regarding how its AI Copilot can inspire players to conquer games, the technology giant introduced a demonstration of a Quake II level that was entirely generated by AI. Reactions from the gaming
Read MoreGameSpot might also generate revenue through affiliate and advertising collaborations by distributing this content and from sales via links. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza are pivotal moments that define their respective franchises and genres, according to Nintendo’s Bill Trinen. In a recent discussion with GameSpot, he mentioned that these games were intentionally crafted
Read MoreGameSpot may potentially gain revenue from affiliate and advertising collaborations for distributing this content and from purchases through links. With just under two months until the Switch 2 is set to debut on June 5, Nintendo is preparing to fulfill demand for the console, meaning that supplies have begun shipping globally. That’s correct—the Switch 2
Read MoreBy Darryn Bonthuys on April 8, 2025 at 3:55AM PDT GameSpot may also acquire earnings from affiliate and sales collaborations for sharing this original content and from transactions through links. Now that we’ve reached 2025, similar to prior years, there are quite a few upcoming games to anticipate. Last year provided us with the remarkable
Read MoreGameSpot could also potentially generate revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content, as well as from purchases made through its links. Blue Prince, developed by Dogubomb and Uncooked Fury, has risen to become the highest-rated game of 2025 thus far on GameSpot’s affiliated site, Metacritic. In Blue Prince, players traverse a manor
Read MoreImage credit score: Nintendo/Eurogamer Nintendo has announced that players of Animal Crossing: Restful Horizon will likely have the ability to transfer their island designs from the original Switch to the new Switch 2 without needing to download an additional app or utilize cloud storage. This useful information was shared by Nintendo Switch 2 director Takuhiro
Read MoreImage credit: GAME / Eurogamer GAME will not provide Switch 2 pre-orders physically in stores, as reported by Eurogamer. The once-renowned brand, typically a familiar sight on the high street, will instead receive a “limited allocation” of consoles available for pre-order through the company’s website. This information comes from the chain’s internal communication to staff,
Read MoreImage credit: Nintendo/Eurogamer Stores have commenced listing Switch 2 versions of the original Switch’s games as preorders officially begin, with a typical price tag of £65. Establishments such as Argos, John Lewis, and Smyths have The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – which I must remind you was initially released on the Wii
Read More“It’s not the sole approach to creating games.” Image Credit: Nintendo/Eurogamer Nintendo has expressed its views regarding the usage of AI, assuring that its games will always retain “a human aspect.” Nintendo’s Switch 2 marketing campaign is currently in full swing, and along with its recent announcement that provided an overview of upcoming titles for
Read MoreChecklist credit score: Grinding Gear Video games Path of Exile 2 developer Grinding Gear Video games has taken note of feedback regarding its Dawn of the Hunt update from players frustrated with the game’s slowed pace. The update, 0.2.0, launched last week, introducing a variety of fresh content and a new playable character class, the
Read MoreNintendo has verified that users will be required to pay to utilize the Switch 2‘s built-in voice chat and screen-sharing features, effectively rendering the C button unnecessary unless you subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online for an additional $20 per year. If you missed the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct announcement, let me bring you up to
Read MoreWoody Harrelson was almost featured in The White Lotus season 3, but withdrew due to scheduling conflicts. It appears, however, that the scheduling overlap was with his personal vacation plans. The True Detective and Hunger Games prominent star was initially considered for the role of Rick Hatchett, a character ultimately portrayed by Walton Goggins. Rick
Read MoreA Minecraft Movie is packed with lore from the Mojang Studios game, however director Jared Hess mentions that it was intended to feature several additional references that unfortunately had to be trimmed due to scheduling issues, including a design contribution from one of the most popular Minecraft YouTubers. “Yes, we had a lot of entertaining
Read MoreFollowing the release into Early Access on Steam last month and quickly gaining traction with thousands of positive reviews, Agenda 1 is preparing for one of its most significant updates with a beta version launching. Although Agenda 1’s journey hasn’t been entirely smooth sailing, especially considering the recent alleged copyright inquiry initiated by the creators
Read MoreThe production company behind Youth is reinventing a chilling nuclear war narrative. According to Radio Times, Warp Films is determined to adapt Threads into a television series. The original film, aired on BBC Two in 1984, depicts a nuclear attack on the UK city of Sheffield (Warp Films will be based in Sheffield). It presents
Read MoreImage by Brass Lion Leisure Brass Lion Leisure has dismissed at least 13 employees following the decision to “realign” its workforce. “Brass Lion Entertainment has made the tough choice to downsize our team as we refine our group around the strategy for the action-RPG we are developing,” states an announcement shared on Linkedin. “Regrettably, this
Read MoreNintendo of America president Doug Bowser has explained the $80 suggested retail price assigned to the Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World is an illustration of the company’s “variable pricing” strategy that will guide its decisions regarding how much its first-party games should cost. Nintendo specifically chose to leave out pricing details from its
Read MoreImage courtesy of Blizzard Entertainment Overwatch and World of Warcraft art director Bill Petras has sadly passed away. The news was announced by former colleagues on social media, leading to a wave of condolences from coworkers, friends, and gamers. “I’m reaching out to share some devastating news. Bill Petras, a legendary figure in game development,
Read MoreGloomhaven Digital and Ember Knights creator Twin Sails Interactive has separated from Embracer Group through a management buyout. The company announced this development in a blog post and mentioned that it now possesses “full independence and greater flexibility” to chase its vision for growth. Twin Sails had been operating under the umbrella of tabletop game
Read MoreAs recession forecasts rise, shares of nearly all major Japanese video game firms have been hit hard by the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. At the moment this is being written, Sony has dropped by as much as 13% on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with Nintendo also experiencing a similar decline. Read the
Read MoreOr no longer is it negative. We’ve shifted away from being constructive, and we comprehend why Microsoft has released this subpar AI-driven edition of Quake 2 to the public. Look, we’re not ones to impede the path of advancement, but this version of id Software’s classic from the 90s is virtually unplayable. It’s astonishing that
Read MoreRooster jockey? The Minecraft film has surpassed all expectations, setting Box Office records with an incredible $301 million global debut. The adaptation, featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, was largely criticized by reviewers for its deficiency in the originality of its source material – but following the viral spread of several clips…Discover More
Read MoreBlue Prince! Promise Mascot Agency! Exciting! We’re gathering all the remarkable and distinctive PS5 and PS4 games launching this week. PS Plus Extra subscribers will surely want to check out the critically acclaimed Blue Prince, which will be included with your subscription. Other notable features this week include the quirky Promise Mascot Agency. Read the
Read MoreGameplay reveal has a scheduled date following ARG. Through an ARG that took place over the weekend, Bungie has announced that it will unveil its upcoming multiplayer game, Marathon, later this week on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The team has come together to create a “save the date” teaser that provides a brief yet vibrant
Read MoreCould there be plenty for each individual, my dear? by PJ O’Reilly 11:45 am Image: Nintendo Life It seems that the official Japanese Nintendo eShop and online store have been struggling with high traffic levels ever since the Switch 2 was fully revealed during last week’s impressive showcase. As noted on r/NintendoSwitch, the official Japanese
Read MoreAcceptable for just a few Mushroom Kingdoms Image: CD Projekt Purple So, it’s likely that you might have been contemplating just how large the Nintendo Switch 2‘s game cartridges are actually going to be, especially now that we have details of the launch titles’ sizes. Nintendo’s first-party launch games are all surprisingly small, with Mario
Read MoreSource: Warner Bros We’re not entirely certain if you’re all aware, but the highly anticipated film known as A Minecraft Movie premiered over the weekend (the creator’s children absolutely enjoyed it!), and it is already creating quite a stir in the global box office landscape. Indeed, the reviews might not be overly positive, but that
Read MoreImage: Zion Grassl / Nintendo Life After going hands-on with the device, we can confirm that the Switch 2 is exhilarating. It not only presents fresh Nintendo experiences but also revitalizes the original Switch libraries that many users have built over the past eight years. The extended release seems promising for Nintendo enthusiasts, though a
Read MoreHere is where you will discover Rainbow Boulevard by Liam Doolan The day before yesterday, 2pm Image: Nintendo New key artwork for Donkey Kong Bananza isn’t the only thing that has seemingly emerged on Nintendo’s Korean website. It appears there could also have been a music reveal for Mario Kart World. Although no footage of
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