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The new normal • Video game layoffs are a feature, not a bug

PreMortem.Games

Before the news cycle had fully absorbed Sony’s announcement that it was letting go of 900 people, Electronic Arts released a similar statement regarding the termination of about 5 percent of its total headcount, approximately 670 jobs. It tells you that the current console cycle has reached its final stage.

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Detective Dotson by Masala Games is a cultural joyride through modern-day India

PreMortem.Games

While there certainly are games which feature India as a setting, both from Indian studios and international companies, they tend to focus on fantasy or mythical aspects of the nation. At Electronic Arts he did the graphics in Will Wright’s team that created Spore. He returned to Ahmedabad, Gujarat in India and founded Masala Games.

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Call of Duty formula is still powerful after two decades

Game Daily

IGN has a useful interview with Mackey McCandlish , who was one of the instrumental developers in the early years of the franchise, when the series found its footing. Relevant to all times, he also talks about the power of external cultural issues for developers who are seeking to tap into mainstream zeitgeist.

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Japanese Games VS Western Games:

Game Errors

Japanese games have gained a significant following in the West, with many gamers eagerly anticipating the latest releases from developers like Square Enix and Capcom. Storytelling In terms of storytelling, Japanese games tend to rely heavily on intricate narratives and well-developed characters to engage players.

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What are AAA Games and Mobile Games?

iXie gaming

Meaning of AAA games Game creators don’t mind putting millions of dollars into game development as long as it meets their expectations in sales and ratings. According to reports, the game cost more than a quarter-billion dollars to develop and market. Games with a big development team. Games that require a large budget.

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