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Ex-BioWare boss and Mass Effect director Casey Hudson says he'll 'forever be grateful' for his time at the studio: 'Its legacy will live on'
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Ex-BioWare boss and Mass Effect director Casey Hudson says he'll 'forever be grateful' for his time at the studio: 'Its legacy will live on'

Electronic Arts has officially closed BioWare, the renowned developer behind iconic franchises including Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. This closure, which includes the cancellation of the next Mass Effect project, involves the layoff of approximately 400 employees as EA seeks to align its talent and investment following a private equity buyout.

PC Gamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
"It was crushing how hard it was" – The chaotic development of Dispatch, and what AdHoc Studio plans next
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"It was crushing how hard it was" – The chaotic development of Dispatch, and what AdHoc Studio plans next

AdHoc Studio is celebrating the one-year anniversary of Dispatch, a narrative-driven title that became a surprise success in 2025. Despite initial industry skepticism regarding episodic games, the title has reached over 5 million players. To mark the milestone, the studio is adding a commentary and storyboard mode to the deluxe edition, alongside a vinyl set and a concert in Los Angeles.

GamesIndustry.biz · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Captivating cosmic megastructure adventure game Hypnos leaves early access next week, offering up a world I'm desperate to dig into further
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Captivating cosmic megastructure adventure game Hypnos leaves early access next week, offering up a world I'm desperate to dig into further

The eldritch adventure game Hypnos is officially launching its 1.0 version on October 29th. This release follows a period of early access for the title, which is described as a cosmic megastructure fever dream.

Rock Paper Shotgun · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Vague Patch Notes: The struggle to review MMORPGs, now and forever
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Vague Patch Notes: The struggle to review MMORPGs, now and forever

Reviewing MMORPGs presents a unique set of challenges that often make a definitive assessment impossible. YouTuber Majuular recently highlighted this difficulty during an Ultima Online retrospective, opting to recreate a vanilla-like experience to capture the game's original dynamic. This approach underscores the struggle of evaluating titles that are constantly evolving through patches and lack a clear win state.

MassivelyOP · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Magic: The Gathering Turns 2 of the Best Star Trek Episodes Into Sagas
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Magic: The Gathering Turns 2 of the Best Star Trek Episodes Into Sagas

Magic: The Gathering is expanding its Universes Beyond collection with a new Star Trek set, drawing from the franchise's 60-year history. The release features iconic episodes reimagined as Sagas, a card type chosen by senior editor Matt Tabak for its ability to represent episodic story arcs through distinct chapters.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Beyond Good & Evil 2 Remains in Pre-Production After 18 Years
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Beyond Good & Evil 2 Remains in Pre-Production After 18 Years

Beyond Good & Evil 2, officially announced by Ubisoft in 2008, continues to face significant development hurdles. According to a report by Origami, the project remains in the pre-production phase despite 18 years having passed since its initial reveal, raising concerns about its ultimate viability.

VidaExtra · Gaming media · SpainRead context

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