Enginefall Delayed to 2027 as Red Rover Interactive Confirms 22 Layoffs
Red Rover Interactive has confirmed that Enginefall is moving to 2027, with 22 people affected by layoffs as the studio continues development after Steam Next Fest feedback.
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KRAFTON Reportedly Agrees to Pay Subnautica 2 Bonuses as Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill Steps Down
KRAFTON reportedly agrees to pay Subnautica 2 bonuses as Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill steps down after a legal dispute over studio control and earnout payments.
The Alters AI Controversy Raises a Bigger Steam Question
The Alters patched out known AI-related content after launch, but the bigger question remains: why was player-facing AI material not clearly disclosed before buyers purchased the game?
Steam Legal Case Continues Over Valve’s Storefront Rules
The Steam antitrust lawsuit against Valve is moving forward, with plaintiffs challenging Steam’s commission structure and alleged pricing rules. Valve denies wrongdoing, and no final ruling has been made.
Global Game Jam Launches Micro-Missions Pilot to Support Indie Studios and Emerging Game Talent
Global Game Jam has announced GGJ Micro-Missions, a new pilot program backed by the Endless Foundation that will support indie studios and emerging game talent through paid short-form projects in art, audio, and QA.
Matt Essom Talks Max Payne, UFC 4, AI Art, and Creative Discipline
Matt Essom joins our Art in Games series to talk colour, inspiration, AI art, UFC 4, and the state of the games industry.
Taipei Game Show 2027 Set for Jan 21–24 After 2026 Show Reaches Nearly 400,000 Visits
Taipei Game Show 2026 wraps with nearly 400,000 visits — 2027 dates confirmed Taipei Game Show 2026 has officially concluded, with the organizer reporting nearly 400,000 visits over four days. The recap also points to a bigger B2B push this year, with meeting rooms and networking sessions running at full pace across the first two…
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Art Director Lynwood Montgomery on Staying Human in Game Art as AI Becomes Standard
Lynwood Montgomery discusses traditional art training, AI in game production, Magic Online, creative direction, human-built games, and why strong creative judgment still matters in the games industry.
Amazon’s MOBA project March of Giants is now being developed under Ubisoft
Ubisoft has acquired March of Giants from Amazon’s Montreal Games studio Ubisoft has announced it has acquired March of Giants, previously developed at Amazon’s Montreal Games studio, and that the project’s team will join Ubisoft to continue development on the free-to-play 4v4 “war MOBA.” Fix Gaming Channel will keep an eye on how this one…
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Steam’s Silent Policy Shift: Are Payment Processors Now Policing Games?
Steam’s Payment Processor Content Ban Raises New Questions Steam has quietly changed its rules — and this time, it’s not just about what Valve wants. It’s about what Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal are willing to allow. In a recent update to the Steamworks Rules and Guidelines, Valve inserted a single line that’s sending shockwaves through…
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Microsoft Cuts Across Gaming Division: King, Rare, ZeniMax Among the Casualties
Candy Crush-maker King loses ~10% of staff as Microsoft reshapes Xbox ops Microsoft has launched another major round of layoffs across its gaming division, affecting studios including King, Rare, and ZeniMax, as part of a broader restructuring initiative led by Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer. King Lays Off Around 200 Staff According to a report…
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What If GTA 6 Was Free? The Fantasy That Could Break the Industry
Could Rockstar Really Give Away the Most Anticipated Game of the Decade? Picture this: Grand Theft Auto 6 launches — and it doesn’t cost a cent. No $70 price tag, no deluxe edition — just instant access for anyone and everyone. Sounds ridiculous, right? Maybe not. With GTA Online pulling in over half a billion…
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Fix Gaming Channels Guide to Indie Game Success With Contributions From Aidan Minter
Industry expert Aidan Minter shares must-know indie game marketing tips.