TestFly, a self-described “leading provider of strategic and innovative quality assurance testing solutions” for the gaming industry has acquired Brazilian testing firm Red Cerberus from tinyBuild. TestFly stopped short of outlining the terms of the acquisition, but some outlets report it was a $1.5m cash deal. The firm said the acquisition will “significantly expand TestFly’s … Read more
Roblox continues to update its parental controls, adding three new features to improve child safety on the platform. Parents and guardians can now block and report anyone on their child’s friend list, which in turn prevents direct messaging from blocked contacts. Specific games and experiences can also be blocked, whereas previously parents could only review … Read more
Unity has pledged to support game developers with “official support for Nintendo Switch 2.” In a statement, the engine maker said support will soon be available via a Unity 6 add-on for approved Nintendo developers, “further expanding Unity’s commitment to enabling creators to bring their visions to life on the widest range of platforms.” Developers … Read more
ZeniMax Workers United has “overwhelmingly voted” to authorise a strike against Microsoft. More than 94% of the union has agreed the call for a strike should contract negotiations break down. ZeniMax Workers United, which is part of the Communication Workers of America (CWA), formed in 2023 and represents over 300 quality assurance workers in Maryland … Read more
London is now the third-largest global hub for game makers. That’s according to a new analysis by Unscrambled and BOP for London, which discovered the UK capital has “shot up” the leaderboard in terms of size of workforce, securing the runner-up spot after Los Angeles and San Francisco. London was already the “biggest UK cluster” … Read more
IGN Entertainment has confirmed the official dates for its fan-facing event IGN Live, June 7-8, and ticket sales are now open. Last year the event played host to more than 100 studio partners from the world of games and entertainment, and shows from its stages were shared worldwide through streaming. “We’re thrilled for the return … Read more
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Warner Bros. Games has reportedly cancelled an unannounced expansion for Hogwarts Legacy due for release later this year. This is according to Bloomberg, with sources telling the publication that the paid DLC and a definitive edition of the game were scrapped “as part of ongoing restructuring.” Sources told Bloomberg that the project was allegedly cancelled … Read more
Nintendo has launched a new app for smart devices focused on bringing news and updates directly to consumers. The Nintendo Today app, announced during a Nintendo Direct broadcast yesterday, features a calendar providing daily updates about the firm’s games, franchises, Directs, and in-game events. These features will be personalised to users, and the app will … Read more
Nintendo has announced a new feature for the Switch and Switch 2 changing digital games to Virtual Game Cards. Set to launch in late April, users will be able to digitally eject and load games between two systems, and lend titles to Nintendo Account family group members as they would with physical game cards. Virtual … Read more