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Football Manager 25 Got Cancelled! Reasons and Future Prospects

February 8, 2025

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Football Manager 25 canceled due to Unity engine transition challenges. What’s next for Smart Interactive and the series? Read here.

GungHo Under Fire for Milking Hit Puzzle & Dragons for too long and Gacha Game Mismanagement

February 7, 2025

A group of Shareholders shared its Dissatisfaction to the publisher, its high CEO Compensation, and lack of Innovation. The company announced significant financial waste after investing over $100 billion in various titles since 2012, only to see these projects yield less than $10 billion in revenue.

Bandai Namco’s silently Laid Off 117 people Amid Declining Demand

February 6, 2025

Bandai Namco has silently laid off 117 people between April 2024 and February 2025 as per Japan Pension Service database. The company is streamlining operations and planning a quality control overhaul to address these issues.

Age of Empires & Mythology Series Roars Back in 2025: Expansions & Cross-Platform Play

February 5, 2025

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Discover new expansions for Age of Empires and Mythology on PS5, and learn about cross-platform play enhancements. Read about Immortal Pillars and Knights of Cross and Rose DLCs.

UK Government Refuses to Tighten Rules on Game Server Shutdowns, Big Blow to Gamers

February 5, 2025

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Discover why UK won’t tighten laws despite live-service game shutdown concerns and learn about consumer protections under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

Nintendo’s Financial Results and Future Gaming Releases in 2025

February 5, 2025

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Discover Nintendo’s Q3 FY2025 financial performance and the latest updates on top-selling Switch games like Super Mario Party Jamboree and upcoming releases such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in early 2025.

ID@Xbox Showcase: Exciting Announcements at IGN Fan Fest 2025

February 4, 2025

Explore exciting releases and updates at the ID@Xbox Showcase 2025 during IGN Fan Fest. Don’t miss out!

Batman: Arkham Shadow VR Crossed 1 Million Players, an in-depth review

February 4, 2025

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“Batman: Arkham Shadow” Surpassing 1M players, it sets a VR benchmark despite critiques, proving story-driven experiences can thrive beyond traditional shooters in the genre.”

What is Battlefield Labs? Unveiling EA’s New Community-Driven Development Initiative

February 4, 2025

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Electronic Arts (EA) has taken community involvement to the next level with Battlefield Labs, an innovative initiative that allows players to test and influence the game before its release.

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Hands-On Impressions: A Mixed Bag of Classic Gameplay and Modern Issues

January 27, 2025

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Discover the highs and lows of *Ninja Gaiden 2 Black*. Navigate its intense combat and varied difficulty levels, influenced by both classic gameplay and modern issues. Perfect for fans of remastered action games.