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Microsoft's Q3 report shows slight Xbox growth as fresh price hikes loom

Game Developer

With new pricing changes around the corner, Microsoft's third quarter earnings report weighs in on revenue for Xbox and Azure, and sees continuing chatter on plans to integrate AI across Xbox.

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Apple Suffers Major App Store Lawsuit Loss

Game From Scratch

GameFromScratch.com Apple Suffers Major App Store Lawsuit Loss All the way back in August of 2020 Epic Games launched an antitrust lawsuit against Apple mostly revolving around the 30% fees charged by the Apple app store. In response, among other actions such as pulling Fortnite, Apple launched a countersuit. After years of legal battles in April of 2023, The post Apple Suffers Major App Store Lawsuit Loss appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.

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Xbox is increasing hardware prices and bumping first-party titles to $80

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Without once mentioning the word tariffs, Xbox announced that consoles, accessories, and games just got more expensive.

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Epic Games Store Announce Web Shops and $1M Revenue Share

Game From Scratch

GameFromScratch.com Epic Games Store Announce Web Shops and $1M Revenue Share Hot on the heels of Apple’s AppStore legal loss forcing them to open up the App Store in the US to external stores, Epic Games have another major announcement. You will be able to host/sell your games on their newly created Web Shops. In addition, they have also announced a The post Epic Games Store Announce Web Shops and $1M Revenue Share appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.

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Do you think we’re headed for another American Industry crash out like 1983, or has the digital age changed what was a product of physical media? Is the industry turbulence largely on the back end, or is it also rippling to consumers?

Ask a Game Dev

There won't be another industry crash like 1983, mostly because most people don't really understand what actually happened in 1983. 1983 wasn't an industry crash, it was an Atari crash because there were too many low-quality games for Atari and the market was totally saturated, causing the players to drop the Atari and go look for something else. The players back then were all penned up on the Atari console only, and post-crash spread out across multiple other platforms that launched at that tim

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Xbox Series X will now cost $600 as Microsoft increases console and game prices

GamesIndustry.biz

Microsoft has confirmed global price rises for Xbox hardware and software, including a $100 bump for the Xbox Series X in the US.

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Understanding Rare CS:GO Skins and Their Economic Impact

Game Wisdom

Understanding Rare CS:GO Skins and Their Economic Impact Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com In the realm of CS:GO, skins are more than mere decorative items; they symbolize status, prestige and skill within the gaming community. These digital adornments, which alter the appearance of weapons, have created a sub-economy that mirrors real-world financial markets. … The post Understanding Rare CS:GO Skins and Their Economic Impact appeared first on Game Wisdom.

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Bleeding Deities: Launching April 30!

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Our 2D action-platformer is officially launching on April 30!! Bleeding Deities, a metroidvania inspired by ancient Mayan mythology Embark on a journey through sacred ruins, battle powerful deities, and uncover the mystery behind the Baktun Stone. Featuring.

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Polygon sold to Valnet, editorial staff hit with layoffs

GamesIndustry.biz

Video game and pop culture website Polygon has been acquired by The Gamer and Game Rant owner Valnet, with numerous long-time staff members revealing they've either been laid off or have chosen to leave as part of the sale.

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Astrumis - Survive Together Launch!

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After nearly three years of solo development, Im proud (and slightly terrified) to announce that Astrumis - Survive Together will officially launch on Steam on the 26th of May 2025!

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Takahisa Taura forms new studio after leaving PlatinumGames

GamesIndustry.biz

Takahisa Taura has formed a new studio after leaving PlatinumGames.

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Double the Physics Platformer Reviews

Game Wisdom

Double the Physics Platformer Reviews Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com width="560" height="314" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" This is a double review of Vindefiant and Bionic Bay played with press keys provided. 00:00 Intro 00:18 Vindefiant 4:03 Bionic Bay … The post Double the Physics Platformer Reviews appeared first on Game Wisdom.

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Microsoft was top publisher on Xbox and PS stores during Q3

GamesIndustry.biz

Microsoft has published its financial results for Q3 2025, reporting a "record quarter" overall which included a 6% revenue increase in its gaming segment.

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MachineGames’ Jens Andersson and Pete Ward will do a keynote at Develop:Brighton 2025

Game Development News

Tandem Events has announced that MachineGames design director Jens Andersson and audio director Pete Ward will be speaking at this years Develop:Brighton conference

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Why psychological safety in the workplace is the catalyst for innovation, not a cushion for mediocrity

GamesIndustry.biz

Four months into 2025, the tech industry is dangerously close to stifling innovation, growth, and the potential of its teams across the globe.

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Electric Square & Lively Group will sponsor the Accessibility Innovation of the Year category at the 2025 MCV/DEVLEOP Awards

Game Development News

Electric Square & Lively Group are going to sponsor the Accessibility Innovation of the Year category at the MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2025

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Evil Dead: The Game is being delisted from digital storefronts

GamesIndustry.biz

Saber Interactive has confirmed it's in the process of delisting Evil Dead: The Game.

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Microsoft was the #1 publisher on the PlayStation Store in pre-orders for the first quarter of 2025

Game Development News

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that his company had the most pre-orders and pre-installs on the PlayStation Store this spring

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May the 4th Be With You: How Star Wars Day Became a Global Celebration

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Every year on May 4th , passionate fans across the globe unite to celebrate their shared love for one of the most iconic film franchises of all time: Star Wars. Known affectionately as Star Wars Day , this unofficial holiday has grown into a cultural phenomenon. So how did it all begin and how do fans pay tribute to the galaxy far, far away? Accompany us as we explore the origins of this cosmic celebration and examine how devotees pay tribute to their beloved universe.

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