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Japan Actors Union pushes for heavy restrictions on AI copying dead actors
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Japan Actors Union pushes for heavy restrictions on AI copying dead actors

The Japan Actors Union, representing approximately 2,600 performers, has introduced new measures aimed at protecting industry professionals from the unauthorized use of generative AI. These guidelines seek to establish clear ethical standards regarding how voice and likeness data are utilized in commercial media.

PC Gamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
FF14's Koji Fox believes Yoshi-P is "finally starting to crack" on butt sliders: "Keep it up"
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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FF14's Koji Fox believes Yoshi-P is "finally starting to crack" on butt sliders: "Keep it up"

At PAX Australia, Localization Director Michael-Christopher Koji Fox and Global Community Producer Toshio Murouchi discussed upcoming features for Final Fantasy 14, including the expansion Evercold. The team emphasized a commitment to expanding character customization options to allow players more personal expression.

PCGamesN · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Steam Officially Rolls Out A Calendar Feature To Directly Recommend New Games
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Steam Officially Rolls Out A Calendar Feature To Directly Recommend New Games

Valve has officially integrated a Personal Calendar feature into Steam, providing users with a new method to track upcoming and recently launched titles. This tool, which transitioned from Steam Labs testing, aims to enhance how players discover games tailored to their personal interests.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
Genshin Impact Version 7.2 Introduces Snezhnaya Underground City and New Electro Characters
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Genshin Impact Version 7.2 Introduces Snezhnaya Underground City and New Electro Characters

HoYoverse has announced that the 7.2 update for Genshin Impact, titled Hour of Ruin, will launch on November 4, 2026. This version advances the main storyline as the seven nations of Teyvat face a severe threat, prompting the Tsaritsa to gather representatives to prevent a catastrophe.

GameVicio · Gaming media · BrazilRead context
The Origins of Super Smash Bros. as Dragon King: The Fighting Game
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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The Origins of Super Smash Bros. as Dragon King: The Fighting Game

Masahiro Sakurai, creator of the Super Smash Bros. series, recently detailed the origins of the franchise on his YouTube channel. Following his work on Kirby Super Star, Sakurai proposed two Nintendo 64 projects to an independent 3D studio, one of which was a four-player brawler titled Dragon King: The Fighting Game.

VidaExtra · Gaming media · SpainRead context
Sony Implements Dynamic Pricing on PlayStation Store
Multi-platformOffersOct 24, 2026
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Sony Implements Dynamic Pricing on PlayStation Store

Sony has implemented dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, utilizing A/B testing to display personalized game prices based on individual user behavior rather than stock constraints. This practice, which began in March, adjusts discounts to maximize the likelihood of a purchase, leading to significant price discrepancies for the same titles among different users.

Jeuxvideo.com · Gaming media · FranceRead context
Electronic Arts Closes BioWare Amid Financial Restructuring and Poor Sales
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Electronic Arts Closes BioWare Amid Financial Restructuring and Poor Sales

On October 21, 2026, Electronic Arts announced the closure of BioWare. Industry analysts suggest this decision stems from a massive debt burden following EA's acquisition by a group of investors, including the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.

GameVicio · Gaming media · BrazilRead context
Are we in the cozy gaming gold rush era? 'Cozy' has grown over 250% on Steam and 200% in my inbox since 2024
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Are we in the cozy gaming gold rush era? 'Cozy' has grown over 250% on Steam and 200% in my inbox since 2024

The gaming industry has entered a period described as a gold rush for the cozy genre. Market demand for these titles has continued to grow significantly, with search interest for the term "cozy games" doubling since 2023. This trend follows a notable spike in interest observed between 2020 and 2023.

PC Gamer · Gaming media · United KingdomRead context
Wuthering Waves 3.7 Offline Pop-up Events Announced for Taiwan and Hong Kong
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Wuthering Waves 3.7 Offline Pop-up Events Announced for Taiwan and Hong Kong

The Wuthering Waves 3.7 version theme event, titled "Joining the Moonlit Lanterns," is scheduled to take place simultaneously in Taiwan and Hong Kong from October 31, 2026, to November 1, 2026. The Taiwan venue is located at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park's Bottle Cap Factory Taipei Factory M, while the Hong Kong event will be held at the Plaza Hollywood atrium in Diamond Hill.

4Gamers Taiwan · Gaming media · TaiwanRead context
Star Citizen’s latest Q&A video discusses fighting bugs, server stutters, and desync problems
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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Star Citizen’s latest Q&A video discusses fighting bugs, server stutters, and desync problems

Cloud Imperium Games released a new 10 from the Community video, featuring developers answering ten fan-submitted questions regarding the current state of Star Citizen. The discussion focused heavily on technical hurdles, including persistent bugs and performance issues.

MassivelyOP · Gaming media · United StatesRead context
One of 2026’s Best-Rated Games Is Basically Mass Effect With Spies
Multi-platformNewsOct 24, 2026
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One of 2026’s Best-Rated Games Is Basically Mass Effect With Spies

Released May 21 for Windows PC, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is the latest isometric RPG from ZA/UM. The game follows Cascade, a disgraced spy returning to the site of a past failure. Critics note that its structure mirrors Mass Effect 2, focusing on recruiting a crew for a high-stakes suicide mission.

Polygon · Gaming media · United StatesRead context

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