An unnamed former Activision executive has filed a lawsuit against the Call of Duty publisher, alleging age discrimination and violations of whistleblower protection laws in California. This 57-year-old executive, who worked at the company from 2014, is one of six older men who were allegedly laid off as part of Activision Blizzard’s restructuring efforts in
The death of isometric role-playing games (RPGs) has been a topic of discussion among genre veterans. According to Josh Sawyer, the director behind popular RPGs such as Fallout: New Vegas, Pentiment, and Pillars of Eternity, retail companies played a significant role in the decline of these games during the early 2000s. Sawyer argues that retailers
Xbox Game Pass subscribers are in for a treat as January 2024 brings a lineup of exciting new games to the platform. With highly anticipated titles like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Resident Evil 2 joining the roster, gamers have plenty to look forward to. However, alongside these exciting arrivals, some beloved games will be bidding
The popular iOS podcast app, Castro, has been facing numerous issues lately, leaving its users frustrated and uncertain about its future. Reports started pouring in on Friday, indicating that users were unable to download new episodes or access the Castro website. When The Verge attempted to reach out to the contacts listed on the site,
Arthur ‘Mr. Podunkian’ Lee, known for his exceptional contributions to the massively popular game Stardew Valley, is now venturing into the development of his own life simulation game. Set in a diverse and bustling city, this upcoming game promises to offer a unique experience filled with exciting possibilities. Although still unnamed, glimpses of its potential
As we enter a new year, rumors are already swirling about potential game releases for Nintendo fans in the near future. One of the latest stories to catch attention is the possibility of a “highly acclaimed” Microsoft game making its way onto a “competitor system” in 2024. These rumors stem from statements made by the
In a recent incident that has left the gaming community in shock, a Baldur’s Gate 3 player managed to fail an Honour Mode run in a way that can only be described as cringe-inducing. Honour Mode, known for its unforgiving nature, allows players to have only one save slot, leaving no room for errors or
After years of lawsuits and controversy, Apple has finally started compensating users affected by the company’s decision to slow down iPhones with older batteries. This move comes as a result of a settlement reached in 2020, and individuals are now reporting that they have received payments in their bank accounts. While this marks the end
Wizards of the Coast, the renowned creator of popular tabletop games such as Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, has once again found itself at the center of controversy. This time, accusations of using AI-generated images have emerged, specifically in relation to the iconic trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. The company’s reputation has
In what was supposed to be the beginning of a new year for Hey, a premium email service, things took an unexpected turn. Hey had just announced a new integrated calendar feature for its app, only to receive news from Apple that their standalone iOS app for Hey Calendar was being rejected. The reason? Non-paying