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Nintendo eShop to shut down in Russia
The Nintendo eShop will be shut down on 31 May 2023 in Russia, with no further purchases allowed.

Firaxis Games, Midnight Suns and XCOM studio, hit by layoffs
Firaxis Games has undergone a round of layoffs to enhance the studio's 'efficiency' and 'focus'.

Activision CEO blames labour movement for company image
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has denied claims Activision Blizzard had a 'systemic issue with harassment' in a new interview.

Microsoft's CMA appeal will take place in July 2023
Microsoft's appeal to the UK Competition and Markets Authority will be heard in July 2023.

Roots of Pacha returns to Steam following dispute resolution
Roots of Pacha has returned to Steam, following an 'amicable' parting of ways between its publisher and developer.

Microsoft files appeal to overturn blocked Activision Blizzard deal
Microsoft has filed its formal appeal to the UK Competition and Markets Authority.

Embracer Group shares drop as US $2 billion partnership collapses
Embracer announced the collapse of the deal in its quarterly earnings report.

Activision Blizzard and Plaion fined for not disclosing loot boxes
PEGI has taken a tougher stance on loot boxes in games since early 2020.

IGEA launches SMART game mentorship program for 2023
The SMART Program will officially return in 2023, with new mentorship opportunities for emerging game creators.

Relic Entertainment faces major layoffs as Sega restructures
Relic Entertainment will be restructured as parent company Sega seeks cost-cutting measures.