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• Latest news CXMT DRAM lands in limited HP, Asus and Acer laptops as company scales up

  Chinese DRAM maker CXMT has started supplying limited quantities of memory chips for certain HP, Asus and Acer notebook models sold outside the US. The ramp follows CXMT's IPO-driven share surge and growth to about 7% of global DRAM revenue. Shipments are constrained because CXMT is prioritizing prior Chinese partners like Huawei and PC makers are keeping orders small to avoid antagonizing dominant suppliers Micron, Samsung and SK Hynix. CXMT is expanding production with planned new fabs in Beijing, Shanghai and Hefei.

• Latest news EA takeover closes; $55bn PIF and Jared Kushner buyout prompts mass layoffs

  The months-long, $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Jared Kushner closed late last night. The takeover transfers control of EA to the PIF and Kushner and removes the company from public markets. The deal is expected to trigger mass layoffs across EA.

• Latest news Saudi PIF completes $55B buyout of EA; $700M cuts and layoffs likely

  Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund completed a $55 billion leveraged buyout of Electronic Arts, the largest LBO in history. The transaction places billions of debt on EA and the company set a $700 million cost-savings target, including $170 million in organizational efficiencies that will likely come through layoffs. EA promoted Cam Weber to President and Chief Studios Officer and David Tinson to President and Chief Operating Officer as ownership and leadership change.

• Latest news Thick as Thieves will not receive further content updates, OtherSide confirms

  OtherSide Entertainment says Thick as Thieves will not receive additional content after two rounds of layoffs left the studio with fewer than 10 employees. The studio and publisher Megabit will produce a peer-to-peer build so co-op no longer relies on dedicated cloud servers; solo play will be unchanged. Once that work is complete, Megabit will assume responsibility for maintenance and bug fixes.

• Latest news EU approves $55bn sale of EA to Saudi PIF, Silver Lake and Affinity

  The European Union has approved the $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. The deal has been described as controversial. Approval clears a major regulatory hurdle and would make the transaction the largest private leveraged buyout on record if completed.

• Latest news Ubisoft to reveal Ghost Recon plans on Aug. 6 for 25th anniversary

  Ubisoft confirmed it will reveal what’s next for Ghost Recon on August 6, marking the series' 25th anniversary. The announcement follows recent leaks about a Wildlands remaster and the next mainline title, codenamed Project OVR. The franchise has not seen a new main entry since 2019 and the project now sits with Creative House 2 under GM Christoph Hartmann.

• Latest news Hasbro takes $56M video-game write-down, narrows digital strategy

  Hasbro recorded a $56 million non‑cash impairment tied to video-game projects scheduled for 2028 and beyond after canceling several titles. The company says it will cut overall digital spend and concentrate investment on fewer, larger games and partners. New priorities are focus, cost discipline, ownable platforms and partnership, with a tilt toward trading card and role‑playing games.

• Latest news Burnout veterans revive arcade racer with Wreckreation 2 after studio closure

  Fiona Sperry and fellow Burnout veterans are developing Wreckreation 2 at a new studio. The sequel follows the original Wreckreation, which failed after publisher THQ Nordic withdrew support and Sperry's previous studio closed. The team intends to continue the Burnout-style arcade racing approach.

• Latest news How indie games make money: revenue streams and success factors

  Indie games earn revenue from a mix of sources beyond initial sales. Common income streams include storefront purchases, DLC/microtransactions, crowdfunding, ports and platform deals. Marketing, discoverability and timing often determine whether a good game becomes profitable, as seen with examples like Stardew Valley and Balatro.

• Latest news Bethesda confirms Fallout 5 in development; will follow The Elder Scrolls 6

  Bethesda has reconfirmed that Fallout 5 is in development but remains years away with no release date. The studio says Fallout 5 will arrive after The Elder Scrolls 6 and both are being built on Creation Engine 3. Todd Howard indicated the game will be predominantly set in the US and exist in the same continuity as the Amazon Fallout TV show; the effect of recent Microsoft layoffs on the project is unclear.

• Latest news Studio ZA/UM to lay off up to 32 staff after Zero Parades underperforms

  Studio ZA/UM said it has issued redundancy or at‑risk notices affecting up to 32 employees two months after releasing Zero Parades: For Dead Spies. The studio stated the game's commercial performance did not allow it to sustain its current size, despite some positive reviews. Observers and social media also noted mixed reception and prior departures of key personnel at ZA/UM.

• Latest news Valve veteran Christopher Green retires again, says a popular mode was made in secret

  Christopher Green announced his permanent retirement after a second stint at Valve and held Reddit AMAs reflecting on 45 years in game development. He said that at least one of Valve's beloved game modes was developed in secret to avoid pushback from peers. Green spent a combined 16 years at Valve and worked on projects including both Source engines, Portal, The Orange Box and Day of Defeat: Source.

• Latest news EU reportedly set to clear Saudi PIF's $55B EA takeover at end of July

  Reuters says the European Commission is poised to approve Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund purchase of Electronic Arts after its Foreign Subsidies Regulation review. The FSR preliminary review ends July 22 and the deal is expected to be cleared on July 30, with unconditional EU merger clearance likely. The $55 billion acquisition was announced in September 2025 and would be the second-largest gaming buyout. The transaction has drawn regulatory scrutiny and public criticism.

• Latest news Bethesda says Starfield remains important and will continue to be supported

  Bethesda has confirmed Starfield remains an important part of its future and will continue to receive support. The statement follows recent studio layoffs and a company refocus on core franchises. Bethesda pledged to keep providing updates and resources for the sci‑fi RPG.

• Latest news Sony and Bungie settle $200M wrongful-dismissal suit with ex-Marathon director

  Ex-Marathon director Christopher Barrett says he has settled his wrongful-dismissal lawsuit against Sony and Bungie. Barrett had sought $200 million, alleging the companies falsely insinuated he engaged in sexual misconduct and damaged his reputation. The settlement brings the lawsuit to a close; the terms have not been disclosed publicly.

• Latest news Build a Rocket Boy staff to picket Edinburgh studio over fan event

  Members of Build a Rocket Boy will picket outside the studio’s Edinburgh offices on Saturday 11 July. The workers are protesting a fan event the developer is hosting. The studio is the developer behind the game MindsEye. No further details were provided in the report.

• Latest news Parody 'Vault of Cars' browser raid satirizes ex-Bungie CEO Pete Parsons

  A parody browser raid called Vault of Cars was published by the Pete Carsons account on X, riffing on Destiny’s Vault of Glass. The game references former Bungie CEO Pete Parsons, who retired in August 2025. Players fling tomatoes at named cars, complete an Oracles-style puzzle and face boss 'Investors.' The account also requested full-clear video submissions for a community World's First claim.

• Latest news Elder Scrolls Online studio reportedly hit by second major layoffs

  Zenimax Online Studios, developer of The Elder Scrolls Online, has reportedly experienced a second large round of layoffs in a year. Eurogamer sources say the cuts could affect "up to half" of the studio. The report links the move to wider Microsoft job reductions. No official confirmation was included in the report.

• Latest news Wisconsin residents file class-action suit against Microsoft over data center noise

  Residents near Microsoft’s Fairwater data center in Mount Pleasant filed a class-action lawsuit Wednesday alleging "unreasonable and excessive noise" from diesel generators and HVAC equipment. The suit seeks unspecified damages and would cover owner-occupants and renters within 1.5 miles, potentially more than 1,000 homes. Plaintiffs say noise levels of 48–60 dB and a low-frequency "hum" have disrupted sleep; Microsoft says it has been investigating and applied noise mitigations on June 18.

• Latest news Epic settles with alleged Fortnite leaker, secures permanent injunction

  Epic Games reached a proposed settlement with a former contractor accused of being Fortnite leaker AdiraFN. The agreement would permanently bar the defendant from accessing, using, possessing, or disclosing Epic’s confidential or trade secret information. The settlement mentions no monetary penalty and must be approved by a judge.

• Latest news Meccha Chameleon sold over 10M copies after two-month development, estimated ~$60M gross

  Meccha Chameleon has sold more than 10 million copies since its June 9 launch, according to reporting. The game was reportedly developed by two creators in about two months and sold at a $5.99 list price, implying roughly $60 million gross before Steam fees, discounts and taxes. The launch included an early discount and regional pricing, so net revenue will be lower. Developers said they spent no money on promotion; strong sales may qualify the title for a reduced Steam fee rate.