In a significant move affecting its global workforce, Riot Games, the developer behind popular video games like “League of Legends” and “Valorant,” is set to lay off approximately 11% of its staff worldwide. The decision, announced by the Los Angeles-based company on Monday, comes as Riot Games, owned by Chinese tech giant Tencent, cites the…
In a recent outcry against the controversial use of AI-generated voices, Ned Luke, renowned for his portrayal of Michael De Santa in GTA 5, has expressed strong disapproval towards a company employing his voice without permission to create a Michael AI chatbot. Luke revealed that the technology was also misused to fabricate clips that falsely…
After nearly a decade of virtual stardom and influencing pop culture, “Kim Kardashian: Hollywood,” the mobile game that played a significant role in Kim Kardashian’s rise to wealth and fame, is set to shut down. The game allowed players to navigate a virtual A-list lifestyle, mirroring Kardashian’s journey by climbing the social ladder. Launched in…
Emerging from the success of his chart-topping hits, Lil Tecca has unveiled ambitious plans for 2024, aiming to diversify his creative portfolio by delving into the realms of acting and venturing into the world of video game creation. In an interview with XXL released on December 27, the “Ransom” rapper shared his New Year’s resolutions,…
In a landmark case, an 18-year-old hacker linked to the notorious international group Lapsus$ has been handed an indefinite hospital order after leaking clips from the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). Arion Kurtaj from Oxford, diagnosed with autism, played a pivotal role in Lapsus$’s cyberattacks on major tech entities like Uber, Nvidia,…
Sony’s PlayStation 5 has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing the 50 million units sold mark since its launch in November 2020. The latest sales figures position the PS5 among the top 15 best-selling video game consoles of all time, with Sony Interactive Entertainment expressing confidence in its potential to eventually outpace its predecessor, the PlayStation…
In the aftermath of a ransomware attack on Insomniac Games, a Redditor has uncovered internal documents shedding light on the success of Sony’s former PlayStation exclusives after they transitioned to the PC platform. The leak, consisting of over 32 internal documents from Insomniac Games, unveils insights ranging from concept art to financial reports. One leaked…
The Florida man who claims to have inspired a character in the GTA 6 reveal trailer is demanding $2 million from Rockstar Games for the alleged use of his “likeness.” In a video shared on social media, the self-proclaimed “real-life” Joker emphasized his previous statements by comparing the in-game character with a picture of himself….
In a recent interview, Hideaki Nishino, Senior Vice President of Platform Experience at Sony Interactive Entertainment, shared insights into Sony’s holiday season strategy and the PlayStation 5’s position in the gaming landscape. Sony is gearing up for a robust holiday season, anticipating the PlayStation 5 to potentially become its most successful console to date. With…
In an unexpected turn of events, a leaked trailer for the highly anticipated “Grand Theft Auto VI” surfaced online, revealing crucial details about the game’s release date. The trailer, which garnered over 32 million views within its initial hours on YouTube, showcased the next instalment of the iconic and action-packed game franchise. Originally scheduled for…
