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Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition provisionally approved by UK regulator
The Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard is now heading for completion.

UK regulator expected to share Microsoft merger verdict next week
The UK Competition and Markets Authority is reportedly gearing up to deliver a verdict on Microsoft's appeal.

Crystal Dynamics faces layoffs as Embracer Group cuts continue
The Tomb Raider studio is reportedly undergoing restructuring as Embracer Group looks to cut costs.

What video game funding really means for local Australian developers
Video game funding is essential for elevating local Australian voices – and its impact goes far beyond the surface.

Terraria studio protests Unity changes with open source engine sponsorships
Both Godot and FNA will receive US $100,000 in donations, as well as a monthly sponsorship from Re-Logic.

Idris Elba isn't sure he'll do another game after Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Elba's work on Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty was a "leap of faith" for the actor.

Unity runtime fee policy changes detailed in new report
The updated runtime fee policy will reportedly only target users earning over US $1 million.

Unity apologises for runtime fee policy, promises changes
Unity will announce an update to its controversial runtime fee policy in the coming days.

NBA 2K24 stops Starfield from Topping Australian and New Zealand Game Sales Charts
Despite the release of Starfield, NBA 2K24 has taken the crown in this week's ANZ sales charts.

Fables creator puts franchise in the public domain, DC issues statement
Fables creator Bill Willingham has seemingly relinquished the rights to the popular comic franchise.