The Indian market is large and continuously growing, leading to fierce competition among Indian developers. Dot9 is set to debut their game FAU-G at a major event.
Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano R. Amon announced a significant increase in design wins for the Snapdragon X Plus eight-core platform, rising from 20 to 58 in six months. This reflects growing interest among OEMs in Arm-based Windows laptops. However, Qualcomm faces challenges in converting these design wins into consumer sales due to compatibility issues and performance concerns. Intel and AMD continue to dominate the market with hundreds of design wins annually. Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus platform offers AI capabilities, 5G connectivity, and improved battery life, but software compatibility remains a challenge. In Q4 2024, Qualcomm reported revenue of .2 billion, a 19% year-on-year increase, and a net income of .92 billion, a 96% rise. Over the fiscal year, revenue increased 9% to .9 billion, and net profit surged 40% to .14 billion.
Take-Two Interactive reported net bookings of .47 billion for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, within its projected annual target of .55 to .65 billion. The company attributed its success to the popularity of its franchises, particularly Grand Theft Auto and Borderlands. Grand Theft Auto 5 has sold over 205 million units globally, and Grand Theft Auto Online's membership in the GTA+ service has grown by 35% over the past year. Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold over 67 million units. The anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected in the fall of 2026 at the earliest. The recent Borderlands film has been criticized but positively impacted catalogue sales.
Microsoft is investing heavily in artificial intelligence to compete with companies like Google, Meta, and Apple. There are indications that Microsoft may rebrand its Windows AI features as "Windows Intelligence," based on references found in the appprivacy.adml file. The phrase "Let Apps Access Windows Intelligence" suggests that Microsoft aims to enhance AI functionalities within Windows and potentially allow third-party applications to utilize these features. This rebranding aligns with Apple's marketing approach, as Apple has branded its AI capabilities as "Apple Intelligence." Microsoft has previously rebranded its AI features, such as changing Bing Chat to Copilot, indicating a strategic shift in its AI offerings.
The Very Big Indie Pitch is a speed-dating style pitching event for indie developers held at Pocket Gamer Connects and other gaming events worldwide, where participants present their games to judges in five minutes. Chorrus Games, an indie studio from Madrid, Spain, developed the game Radiant: Guardians of Light, which won third place at the recent competition in Helsinki. The game blends 80s Beat 'Em Up gameplay with RPG elements, featuring fast-paced combat, a rich narrative, and a crafting system. The team, consisting of Oscar Ruiz and Roberto Martinez, focused on creating an engaging experience inspired by classic games while incorporating modern storytelling. They initially developed Radiant for PC but are exploring console opportunities. The pitching experience helped them refine their game and connect with industry professionals. The team aims to expand the Radiant universe through new titles and adaptations in various media.
IllusiveMC is a non-vanilla SMP server for Minecraft that supports both Java and Bedrock Editions, accessible on computers, phones, tablets, and consoles. It features mcMMO for skill leveling, Voting Crates and Supply Drops for rewards, VeinMiner for efficient mining, and Silk-Touchable Spawners for collecting mob spawners. The server promotes collaboration and competition through Clans and Player Shops, and offers Land Claims for protecting builds. Community involvement is emphasized, with administrators seeking player feedback and maintaining a safe environment through active moderation. Players can join the IllusiveMC Discord for community interaction. The server can be accessed at illusiveMC.com:25581. For media inquiries, contact Minebrowse at 203-301-8294 or via their website minebrowse.com.
Oasis is an AI-generated game developed by the hardware startup Etched, in collaboration with AI developer Decart. It allows players to create and modify virtual environments in real time and is inspired by the sci-fi narrative “Ready Player One.” The demo was showcased on Twitter, and it operates on Nvidia’s H100 Tensor Core GPUs, with plans for Etched's own chipset, Sohu, which will offer faster performance. The project is currently free and serves as a research and proof-of-concept initiative. Interest in the demo has surged, overwhelming the hosting site. The technology behind Oasis relies on AI to produce graphics in real time without a traditional game engine.
Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant underwent a significant update in early October, featuring a new user interface and next-generation AI capabilities, including Copilot Vision for web browsing via Edge. Access to these features requires a monthly subscription to Copilot Pro. User feedback has been largely negative, with many expressing dissatisfaction and some Microsoft employees stating that the update has "absolutely ruined" the user experience. Public ratings for Copilot have declined from 4.8 out of 5 to a surge in one-star reviews, with over 250 negative comments in October. Users criticized the update for reducing functionality, claiming it has "dumbed down" the assistant. Complaints within Microsoft's AI division include that Copilot does not perform as effectively as ChatGPT. In response, Microsoft launched Copilot Academy to help users improve their skills with the tool. ChatGPT continues to lead in the mobile AI space, especially following the launch of OpenAI's GPT-4o. Users have expressed frustration over the loss of chat history and suggested allowing toggling between old and new versions of Copilot.
Microsoft 365 Copilot has seen a surge in adoption among corporations, with 79% of technology executives reporting their organizations are utilizing the tool. However, only half of the surveyed companies plan to roll it out to all employees, while 17% have opted against full adoption, and about a third are still testing it. A quarter of tech leaders believe the investment in Copilot is justified, while another quarter disagree, and half feel it is too early to assess its value. Two-thirds of organizations are increasing generative AI investments, but many projects remain in pilot stages, with over two-thirds of firms reporting that only 30% or fewer of their generative AI experiments have moved to full production. More than 40% of organizations struggle to define and measure the impact of their generative AI initiatives, and fewer than half have established key performance indicators. Microsoft has reported a near doubling of daily users of Copilot quarter-over-quarter, with nearly 60% of Fortune 500 companies utilizing the tool. A company with 10,000 employees could incur an annual cost of approximately .6 million for Copilot. A Morgan Stanley study indicates that 94% of CIOs expect to adopt Microsoft’s generative AI products within the next year, up from 63% in the previous quarter. According to the CNBC survey, 46% of respondents report that at least half of their employees are using AI, while 42% indicate that one-quarter of their workforce has embraced AI tools. Most organizations (84%) believe generative AI tools will significantly impact their business strategies moving forward.
Game developer HuneX announced a new project titled Arcana Famiglia Rinato, set to launch in 2025 for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, celebrating the original game's 13th anniversary. The Arcana Famiglia franchise began in 2011, targeting a female audience and achieving over 50,000 copies sold. It has seen two spinoffs, Arcana Famiglia 2, and a PlayStation Vita port. The franchise also includes a 2012 anime adaptation, streamed by Crunchyroll and released on home video by Sentai Filmworks in 2013. The story is set on the island of Regalo, focusing on Felicitá, who competes to determine her father's successor and shape her own future. The franchise has inspired stage plays in 2016 and 2017.
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