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AppWizard

March 27, 2026

“Rocket League is still a priority” despite Psyonix layoffs

Over 1,000 employees were laid off at Epic Games, with many affected coming from Psyonix, the studio behind Rocket League, which was acquired by Epic in 2019. An Epic Games spokesperson stated that Rocket League remains a priority for the company, and the Psyonix team is still focused on developing the game. Rocket League recently achieved a milestone of 40,000 concurrent players in 2023. Psyonix has been actively providing seasonal content and bug fixes for Rocket League, with a recent update released on March 23, the day before the layoffs were announced. Psyonix has also contributed to other projects, including the Rocket Racing minigame in Fortnite and the mobile game Rocket League Sideswipe, launched in 2021. The studio has a long history of collaboration with Epic, dating back to the early 2000s. The future direction of the Psyonix team regarding Rocket League or Fortnite development remains uncertain.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

It Is Easier Than Ever To Find All Native PC Ports Of Retro Games, Thanks To N64RecompLauncher

In recent months, retro game recompilations from the Nintendo 64 have gained attention, particularly due to their decompilation into native PC ports, offering benefits like enhanced frame rates and mod support. The N64RecompLauncher, developed by SirDiabo and available on GitHub, helps users track and download these recompilations. It supports various platforms, including Nintendo 64, GameCube, and Xbox 360 titles. Installation is straightforward, especially for Steam Deck users, but requires legally obtained game copies. While the launcher can be cumbersome in game mode, using touch navigation improves the experience. The tool is seen as an efficient way to manage and stay updated on new releases in retro gaming.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Total War Medieval 3 director says recreating its predecessors “would not make a good game”

Creative Assembly has announced several new titles, including Total War: Warhammer 40k and Total War Medieval 3, which is a sequel to a beloved game. They are also developing a sequel to Alien Isolation. Game director Pawel Wojs emphasized the studio's commitment to innovation and the need to modernize classic games for today's audience. He acknowledged the challenges of recreating Medieval 2, stating that simply replicating it would not result in a good game. However, he assured fans that the essence of what made Medieval 2 enjoyable will be preserved in Medieval 3. Creative Assembly is adopting a strategy of early project announcements to foster transparency and community involvement, aiming to engage with fans and incorporate their feedback throughout the development process. The studio is utilizing advancements in technology and a new engine to innovate within the strategy genre, potentially leading to significant achievements with Total War Medieval 3.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

OpenAI discontinues Sora app just 13 months after UK release

Sora, an AI program for generating short video clips from user prompts, launched in December 2024 and became available in the UK in February 2025. OpenAI announced the discontinuation of the Sora app on March 24, 2026, citing a strategic pivot towards projects focused on real-world tasks. The decision includes the termination of a content partnership with Disney, which allowed users to create videos featuring Disney characters.

Winsage

March 27, 2026

Microsoft Introduces WinApp CLI to Unify Windows App Development Workflows

In January 2026, Microsoft launched the public preview of the WinApp CLI, a command-line tool for Windows application development that is open source and supports various frameworks including .NET, C++, Electron, and Rust. The tool aims to simplify the complexities of Windows development by providing a unified entry point for environment setup, configuration, and packaging. Key features include the winapp init command for environment initialization, the winapp create-debug-identity command for attaching package identities without full MSIX packaging, and automation capabilities for manifests, certificates, and signing processes. The CLI also supports Electron and Node.js scenarios, allowing developers to inject package identity into running Electron processes. The WinApp CLI is currently in public preview, with potential changes before general availability, and an updated version 0.2.0 was released in late February 2026. It can be accessed via WinGet, npm, and as a GitHub project for community contributions.

BetaBeacon

March 27, 2026

The cost of AAA game development reportedly exceeds $300M

AAA game development budgets in the US and Canada are mostly exceeding 0 million.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

V Rising studio is working on a new game, and it sounds like it’s got teeth: ‘The odyssey of the Vampire continues’

Stunlock Studios has announced the end of content updates for its vampire survival game, V Rising, nearly two years after its launch. The studio is shifting its focus to a new ambitious project that aims to expand the V Rising universe, promising a world with greater depth, danger, and mystery. While details about the new game are limited and it is still in early development, Stunlock reassured fans that V Rising will continue to receive balance adjustments and bug fixes. Additionally, the studio confirmed that official modding support will not be introduced for V Rising due to structural limitations, but insights from this exploration may benefit future projects.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Valve veteran slams Tim Sweeney and Epic Games for laying off 1000 people while making ‘as much money as possible… and hey Tim, Gabe’s better at that than you’

Chet Faliszek, a former Valve writer, expressed concerns about the recent layoffs at Epic Games, where over 1,000 employees lost their jobs. He questioned the motivation for employees to remain dedicated to their work after such significant layoffs and highlighted the closure of projects like Fortnite Rocket Racing and Ballistic. Faliszek contrasted his experience at Valve, where he felt a sense of ownership and pride, with the current situation at Epic, suggesting that the lack of agency could lead to a diminished work ethic. He warned that the layoffs could negatively impact the gaming industry's culture, resulting in a loss of passion and care among employees. Faliszek criticized Epic's strategic decisions and emphasized the importance of recognizing and rewarding employees' hard work. Epic Games did not provide specific feedback on his comments but referred to a recent post addressing the layoffs. The atmosphere at Epic is tense, with concerns about the future of Fortnite amid the workforce reductions.

AppWizard

March 26, 2026

Cancelled Last Of Us Game Returns In Last Way You’d Expect

Naughty Dog has canceled a new installment in The Last of Us franchise, shifting focus back to single-player experiences. An indie project inspired by Factions, initially called United State, has been rebranded as Terminal War, a third-person 4v4 multiplayer shooter developed by Albatross Interactive. The game captures the essence of The Last of Us and is currently available for wishlisting on Steam, with plans for a console version depending on its success. A brief gameplay clip has received positive reactions, highlighting mechanics reminiscent of the original series. The future of The Last of Us Part III remains uncertain.

AppWizard

March 26, 2026

Fallout megamod maker says there were ‘moments of uncertainty’ about how okay Bethesda was with it, but gives props to Todd for staying cool about the whole thing

Fallout: London (FOLON) is a significant mod for Fallout 4, described as a "DLC-sized" expansion that takes players to a post-apocalyptic London. It is the largest single-player Fallout release in over a decade. The development team, led by Dean "Prilladog" Carter, faced challenges during the five-year project, particularly regarding Bethesda's acceptance of the modification. Despite uncertainties, the team was invited to Bethesda's office, indicating a positive relationship with the original developers. Todd Howard from Bethesda expressed interest in the mod team's approach to recreating elements from Oblivion. The gaming community is eagerly anticipating the release of FOLON.