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NetEase reveals Marvel Rivals has 40 million players, days after staff layoffs
NetEase's latest financial reports are ill-timed.

Microsoft announces generative AI gameplay model, Muse
Microsoft believes it will aid idea generation for developers, as well as game preservation.

Marvel Rivals' US-based development team reportedly laid off
It's unclear why the cuts were necessary, as the game is a standout success.

Aussie VR studio Toast Interactive shuts office, majority of staff made redundant
Recent release Max Mustard reportedly suffered major discoverability issues.

Love and Deepspace studio Papergames reportedly made AUD $1.3 billion in 2024
Infinity Nikki and Love and Deepspace have proved wildly popular in the global market.

Mighty Kingdom has laid off 40% of its staff
The step was initiated to "position the company for future success."

Crysis 4 on hold as Crytek lays off 15% of workforce
The Hunt: Showdown 1896 will be the primary focus of Crytek, moving forward.

Constantine game reportedly pitched by Gotham Knights studio
It's believed Warner Bros. Discovery rejected the pitch, with a request to focus on more popular characters.

Monolith's Wonder Woman game is reportedly in trouble
It's also reportedly cost Warner Bros. over USD $100 million already.

Football Manager 25 cancelled, following multiple delays
Sports Interactive will now shift focus to the next release.