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Tencent fired over 100 workers on suspicion of corruption in 2022

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The company indicated there has been some nefarious activity within its video game business.

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EU will reportedly object to Microsoft-Activision Blizzard deal

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Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard will face an antitrust challenge in the European Union, Reuters reported today. The news outlet's sources said the European Commission is preparing a statement of objections around the deal that it will send to Microsoft in a matter of weeks. It has previously set an April 11 deadline to make a decision on whether the acquisition can go through.

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Report: EU to hit Microsoft with antitrust warning over Activision Blizzard deal

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A fresh report suggests the European Commission is prepared to play hardball with Microsoft.

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Devs object to Indian government lumping video games in with gambling

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A group of 44 Indian game developers and esports companies are objecting to a government plan that would combine traditional video games and real-money gambling games into the same regulatory category, a move that say inappropriate meshes two entirely separate industries. The group was organized by Outlier Games, and counted executives, founders, and board members of Gametion, Nodding Head Games, Ncore, Loco, Lila Games, and SuperGaming among its members.

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The Google Stadia controller is being saved at the death

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Google is working on a tool that will enable Bluetooth support for the gamepad.

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Stadia controllers to get Bluetooth support

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Stadia is shutting down this week, but Google's first-party controllers are positioned to outlive the service. The company announced on Friday that it will roll out a self-serve tool enabling Stadia pads to be used as Bluetooth controllers. In addition, Google also added one last title to the Stadia library , Worm Game, that will be playable until the service sunsets January 18.

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The Last of Us TV show | Critical Consensus

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Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox. Video games adaptations have long been cursed. For decades, film makers tried adapting successful games IP and rarely came back victorious, for a variety of reasons from blatant disregard of the original material to lack of polish. But the last few years have been refreshing, bringing quality game adaptations from a variety of sources, from family-friendly films like Sonic and Detective Pikachu, to hit Netflix series T

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How to Make Elder Scrolls Online Download Faster: 100% Works

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Is Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) taking forever to download? Don’t worry, you are not the only one experiencing the issue. Downloading this game could be a big problem as it could sometime take too long to download. This situation could be very frustrating for gamers. However there are ways to make ESO download faster, and we are going to detail them for you in this article.

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NetEase reportedly disbands team behind Blizzard games in China

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China-based publisher NetEase is reportedly disbanding the team responsible for handling Blizzard titles in its home market, following the collapse of the two companies' long-running partnership. Sources familiar with the matter told the South China Morning Post that "most staff" in the department had been either laid off or transferred to other parts of the company.

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Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Not Saving: How to Fix It Quickly

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The Dragon Ball Z gameplay earned a big fanbase since its launch, so the latest release of Dragon Ball Z: KAKAROT on Xbox Series X got every player in awe. Although, some trouble emerged on Xbox Series X or S regarding the Dragon Ball Z Kakarot not saving the game progression from Xbox One version. The issue was also addressed by the Bandai Namco publisher saying that the bug is currently being analyzed.

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Government needs to strengthen support for growing UK games industry | Opinion

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It will come as no surprise that the UK video games industry has grown significantly over the last decade, and particularly over the past few years. The new and improved UK Games Map, which takes live data from Companies House, clearly demonstrates that growth with an increase of more than 30% of active games companies in the UK since 2016. With that growth has come even more interest from investors, regulators, other sectors, and from governments.

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Even though you are a video game designer and not a tabletop one, you have mentioned you play tabletop rpgs before. with that in mind, what are your thoughts on the WOTC OGL fiasco as a game designer and what are your thoughts as a tabletop player?

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For those who weren’t paying attention, Hasbro (owners of Dungeons & Dragons) looked at D&D as a franchise whole and decided that it was under-monetized. This is understandable - the IP is one of the most popular and well-known in the world. D&D is essentially synonymous with tabletop gaming (or even gaming in general); people all over the world have heard of it even if they’ve never played it.

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Game Changers | Marilou Lopez-Aguilera

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GamesIndustry.biz Game Changers is a series of profiles on the groups and individuals going the extra mile to make the games industry a better place. These interviews encompass folks from around the world helping to improve conditions and attitudes towards diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, mental health and more. You can read more Game Changers interviews here.

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CGS 3D modeling students build incredible sets, characters, and props

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3D modelers create the digital building blocks for modern storytelling and design. Due to the accuracy, creativity, and versatility of this craft, a career in 3D modeling can open up many job opportunities across a range of industries — from film and games to virtual production, architecture visualization, product design, and even science and technology.

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Valve's assets from Portal, Half-Life 2, and more leak online

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Asset repositories from Valve games have been leaked online. According to PC Gamer , this is the biggest asset leak in the company's history, impacting titles such as Half Life 2 (including files related to its multiplayer), Portal, Team Fortress 2, and Counter Strike: Source, among others. It doesn't look like any files from upcoming and/or unannounced games have been leaked.

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Rocket League Stuck on Start Screen: How to Fix It Quickly

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Rocket League is a kind of soccer video game involving vehicles. However, there are times when Rocket League gets stuck on the start screen, leaving players frustrated. . This issue is mostly encountered on Xbox, Ps4 or 5, and Nintendo switch. The good news is that the issue can be resolved and this article will provide quick useful tips to help fix the issue.

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Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Not Saving: How to Fix It Quickly

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The Dragon Ball Z gameplay earned a big fanbase since its launch, so the latest release of Dragon Ball Z: KAKAROT on Xbox Series X got every player in awe. Although, some trouble emerged on Xbox Series X or S regarding the Dragon Ball Z Kakarot not saving the game progression from Xbox One version. The issue was also addressed by the Bandai Namco publisher saying that the bug is currently being analyzed.

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Top Tips to Make it Easier for Your Child to Learn Coding

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It can be daunting if you’ve got an aspiring coder in the family. You want to encourage and help them learn, but you also don’t want to overwhelm them with information that might confuse them. The good news is that there are many ways to make coding easier for kids, […]. The post Top Tips to Make it Easier for Your Child to Learn Coding appeared first on CodeWithMike.

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The Pioneers: Surviving Desolation

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This innovative space-sim indie announces its release date

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What Casino Games Have Jackpots?

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Progressive jackpots that provide a big reward are a common element of online casino games. With continued participation, the value of the reward will rise, giving you a chance to win millions for just a little investment. Many online casinos offer progressive jackpot games. Additionally, compared to standard slot machines […]. The post What Casino Games Have Jackpots?

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Battlecry of Freedom

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Graphical improvements to this historical multiplayer indie are revealed

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Veni, Vidi, Video 2023 - January 9th January 13th

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Veni, Vidi, Video 2023 - January 9th - January 13th

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