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AppWizard

October 16, 2025

Can Elon Musk’s xAI make an AI-generated game in a year? ‘He’s full of crap’, says Glen Schofield: ‘I want to actually say that to him’

Glen Schofield, former head of Striking Distance Studios, advocates for the integration of artificial intelligence in game development, particularly using Midjourney for brainstorming visual concepts. He expressed skepticism about the timeline for fully AI-generated games, criticizing Elon Musk's claim that xAI would produce one within a year. Schofield highlighted the importance of collaboration between AI companies and game developers to create effective tools. He acknowledged AI's potential in world-building and character creation but noted challenges in realistic 3D character movement. Schofield also showcased his traditional artwork and argued that the conversation around AI-generated art should focus on its potential rather than legalities. He believes AI's integration into game development is an inevitable evolution that requires careful consideration.

BetaBeacon

October 6, 2025

Unity Patches Android Game Vulnerability that Threatened Crypto Users

Unity responded to a vulnerability by providing updated editor builds and a patching tool for developers. Valve added protections in its client to detect exploit attempts. Microsoft updated Defender to flag potential attacks. Users are advised to update their Android games, remove untrusted apps, and avoid installing unknown APKs. The incident highlights the potential ripple effect of vulnerabilities in widely used software.

AppWizard

June 6, 2025

Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution coming to PC in 2025

Idea Factory International will release Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution for PC via Steam in 2025. The game launched in Japan on August 10, 2023, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Switch. It will be available globally on those consoles on May 14, 2024, and for Xbox Series on October 29, 2024. Players will assume the role of Older Nep, managing a game studio, developing games, and navigating challenges in the world of Gamindustri. The game features party management, an enhanced battle system, and motorcycle navigation through dungeons. A new trailer showcasing the game has been released.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

Activision user research workers form union

Activision's user research division staff voted to form a union, named the Activision User Research Union-CWA, with a supermajority in favor of unionization. Microsoft has recognized the union as part of its labor neutrality agreement with the Communication Workers of America (CWA). The motivation for unionization was influenced by anticipated layoffs in 2023 and 2024. CWA Local 9400 president Maurice Washington emphasized the need for a protected voice for workers and expressed pride in welcoming the new members into the CWA. This development follows the establishment of the United Videogame Workers-CWA, reflecting a trend of unionization in the gaming industry.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

Big Screen Heroes coming to Pocket Gamer Connects London 2025

Big Screen Heroes will participate in Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) London 2025 on January 20-21, 2025. The conference will expand its focus beyond mobile gaming to include PC, console, and cross-platform innovations. PGC London 2025 will feature live demonstrations of various games, keynote talks from industry leaders, networking opportunities with hardware manufacturers and publishers, and a celebration of the Top 50 UK Game Makers. Tickets are currently available for attendees.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

This year The Game Awards finally tackled the plague of game industry layoffs

Geoff Keighley addressed the significant layoffs in the video game industry over the past two years during The Game Awards, noting the unprecedented nature of these job losses. Amir Satvat created the Games Jobs Resources website to support those affected by these layoffs, offering career planning, job listings, and networking opportunities. He highlighted that over 34,000 jobs have been lost in the last three years, emphasizing the importance of talent in game development.

AppWizard

November 29, 2024

Nominations open for the first Top 30 UK Game Makers 2025

Nominations for the inaugural Top 30 UK Game Makers 2025 list are open until December 13th, 2024. The list will be revealed at the Pocket Gamer Connects London event on January 20th-21st, 2025. It aims to recognize UK developers across all gaming platforms, excluding tool providers, engine makers, ad networks, and middleware vendors. Selection criteria include the quality and quantity of new games released, financial performance over the past 18 months, notable innovation, cultural importance, and future potential.