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For Devolver Digital, developer freedom and creativity is key
Devolver Digital is a publisher doing it differently – with minimalist plans, and a focus on getting the best work…

Original Bayonetta voice actor confirms reports of pay discrepancy
Hellena Taylor has clarified media reports that she was actually offered US $15,000 for the role of Bayonetta in the…

Disco Elysium creator Robert Kurvitz files to sue ZA/UM
A new Estonian court listing reveals a lawsuit filed against Studio ZA/UM for undisclosed reasons.

Carnifex author alleges new film and game were produced without rights
Indie author Matthew J. Barbeler has alleged upcoming film and video game Carnifex infringes on his copyright.

PlatinumGames gives 'full support' to new Bayonetta voice actor
PlatinumGames has voiced its support for new Bayonetta voice actor Jennifer Hale amidst fan backlash.

How Wayward Strand became a quiet critique of capitalism
At PAX Aus 2022, the Ghost Pattern team discussed the feeling of spite, and how it can be motivational.

What the VRChat controversy teaches us about accessibility in games
Social platform VRChat had a reckoning when it killed support for community-made accessibility mods. Here are the lessons to be…

UK regulator calls for public submissions on Microsoft deal
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has initiated the next stage of its investigation into Microsoft and Activision Blizzard.

Blizzard QA testers win right to vote for unionisation
Testers at the former Vicarious Visions will now initiate a vote on whether to unionise.

Our 13 favourite games from PAX Aus 2022
PAX Aus 2022 played host to over a hundred new and exciting games from small teams located in Australia and…