400 job reductions at EA overall by Liam Croft 10 hours prior EA is shuttering the RPG studio BioWare. The creator of Mass Effect and Dragon Age will close as EA eliminates “approximately” 400 positions within the organization, which will encompass about 50 at BioWare. Consequently, the forthcoming Mass Effect installment has been cancelled. Earlier today, an announcement was circulated to EA personnel by chief operating officer David Tinson and chief studios officer Cam Weber. In the correspondence, the company remarks it has “conducted a thorough evaluation of our operations”, leading to the cancellation of several initiatives. The upcoming Mass Effect project, which was described as being “in the early stages” of development, is part of the layoffs. A statement released on the EA website states: “We’ve opted not to proceed with this development, indicating we’re closing the studio and our Edmonton facility. BioWare is an iconic studio that significantly shaped the role-playing genre,...
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But how significant will it be? by Sammy Barker 9 hours prior Following speculations that Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox Helix could demand as much as $1,800, notable hardware analyst KeplerL2 states the PS6 presently costs Sony approximately $200 less to produce. Given the existing trends, that figure may alter, but it has always been anticipated that Sony’s new system would be more economical and streamlined compared to its competitor’s latest model. Initially, it was thought that PlayStation was crafting its next-gen console with cost-effectiveness in mind, but AI-driven shortages in components have disrupted the tech landscape. Even the aging PS5 has seen its costs skyrocket over the past year. Subscribe to Push Square on YouTube172k KeplerL2 recently mentioned that the PS6’s RAM and SSD alone total $680, and that doesn’t include other vital components such as the GPU, CPU, and more. Traditionally, a $200 price advantage would be incredibly significant in the console market, but...
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In a universe hopefully not overly distant by Sammy Barker 8 hours prior EA is uniting its two leading first-person shooter teams – Apex Legends’ Respawn and Battlefield’s DICE – to develop a fresh Star Wars Battlefront title, Variety reports. The publication references “multiple sources” acquainted with the publisher’s intentions, although nothing has been formally validated. Earlier this week, a rumor suggested that Lucasfilm was in active negotiations with Sony’s Bungie to create a new Battlefront. That same speculation also hinted at DICE returning to the franchise, nonetheless. Subscribe to Push Square on YouTube172k Last year, Star Wars Battlefront 2 significantly surged in popularity on the PS4, restoring confidence in the future of the franchise. A stellar development team from Respawn and DICE certainly indicates promising prospects. Earlier today, EA disclosed 400 job reductions across the organization, including the shutdown of BioWare. However, in a memo, executives Cam Weber and David Timson were optimistic...
Read MorePricing and pre-order specifics verified by Sammy Barker 8 hours earlier Image: PlayStation If you’re aiming to enhance your audio quality for GTA 6, Sony has announced the release of its newly redesigned PlayStation Pulse headset, which will coincide with Rockstar’s eagerly awaited title on 19th November. Pre-orders will commence on PS Direct next week, starting at 10AM local time on 29th October. The PS Blog also notes that purchases will be available from “participating retailers” – likely including Amazon, Best Buy, and others. The headphones are priced at $99.99/£89.99/€99.99, which is somewhat pricey, yet aligns with what I would expect for an item of this nature. Subscribe to Push Square on YouTube172k If you overlooked the reveal earlier this year, this is a modernized edition of Sony’s previously launched Pulse Elite headset, featuring larger planar drivers for richer, more precise audio. The headset includes PS Link compatibility with devices such as the PS5...
Read MoreMass Effect, Dragon Age, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic creator BioWare is closing its doors following three decades of gaming development. The renowned studio—which was taken over by Electronic Arts in 2007 through VG Holding Corp—revealed the announcement in a message on social media. “There is nothing simple about penning those statements,” the announcement states. “Our priority at this moment is on our exceptionally skilled team who devoted their efforts to these games, and supporting each other during this transition.” Bloomberg News further indicates that EA is also dismissing 400 workers, 50 of whom were engaged at BioWare on a new installment in the Mass Effect franchise. As per Bloomberg, the additional 400 job cuts result from the cancellation, scaling back, and reallocation of other initiatives. A prospective installment in the Sims series, codenamed “Project Lotus,” has been shelved, while another title, codenamed “Project Evergreen,” is being prioritized. Resources are also...
Read MoreFeast your gaze by Jim Norman Yesterday, 1:45pm Strange Scaffold — the studio behind Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, El Paso, Elsewhere, Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, among others — revealed last month that it was delivering its ultra-sleek FPS I Am Your Beast to Switch 1 and 2. Guess what? It’s accessible right now! The title debuted on the eShop yesterday (20th October), and it is currently priced at $19.99. As of this moment, there is no indication of a listing on the EU shop, but we anticipate it won’t be long until it arrives. I Am Your Beast first appeared in 2024, showcasing a highly gratifying revenge shooter where you seek retribution against the Covert Operations Initiative that persistently dragged your battle-hardened protagonist back for ‘one last job’. The method you prefer to eliminate these foes is your choice, but based on the trailer, any strategy you adopt will be adequately...
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