Atlus, the developer behind the Persona series, has announced a major overhaul of its compensation structure, including a 15% increase in base annual salaries. The company is also reducing fixed overtime hours to improve work-life balance for employees.
A lawsuit filed by cultivated meat company Wildtype challenges Texas legislation banning the sale of cell-cultured products. The legal action argues the ban is anti-competitive and unconstitutional, aimed at protecting local agriculture rather than ensuring public safety.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee has released an ad featuring a hyper-realistic AI deepfake of a Texas Democratic candidate. While the video includes a disclosure, experts warn the technology is deceptive and highlights the urgent need for updated regulations.
Scheduled for release in 2026, 'You've Changed' is a new anomaly horror game that reimagines 'spot the difference' mechanics with a distinct 8-bit art style. The title features a unique 'F.A.I.R.' spawn system and customizable jump scare intensity to ensure accessible yet challenging gameplay.
Bethesda Game Studios recently teased upcoming news for Starfield, with Todd Howard clarifying that the next major update targets existing enthusiasts rather than skeptics. This impending content drop coincides with the game's expansion to PlayStation 5 and potential reveals regarding the delayed 'Terran Armada' expansion.
Microsoft has confirmed a critical bug in the February 2026 security update that blocks access to the system drive on specific Samsung laptops. The issue prevents apps from launching and hinders administrative tasks, with the company pointing to a potential conflict with the Samsung Share application.
OpenTTD is no longer available as a standalone download on Steam and GOG for new users. Instead, players must purchase a $9.99 bundle that includes the original Transport Tycoon Deluxe, though the open-source game remains free on other platforms.
Sega Sammy Holdings has acknowledged a substantial $200 million impairment loss related to its Rovio acquisition, citing difficulties in integrating the mobile technology platform. The company aims to restructure its global publishing strategy to address operational shortcomings and market challenges.
The International Imaging Technology Council asserts that HP's recent printer firmware updates violate the newly launched EPEAT 2.0 sustainability standard, which explicitly prohibits blocking remanufactured cartridges. This conflict highlights a growing clash between corporate firmware control and global environmental certification requirements.
A judge ordered the removal of viral DOGE deposition videos from YouTube, but backups quickly appeared on the Internet Archive and torrent networks. The footage reveals members discussing the use of ChatGPT for grant flagging and difficulties defining DEI.
Niantic has partnered with Coco Robotics to equip delivery robots with a Visual Positioning System trained on billions of images collected by Pokémon Go players. This technology aims to solve last-mile navigation issues where traditional GPS often fails.
In a significant blow to anti-piracy measures, the 2025 title Doom: The Dark Ages has been cracked despite utilizing Denuvo protection. This event marks a shift in the piracy landscape, as crackers successfully target modern releases rather than older catalog titles.
At its recent AIPCon, Palantir Technologies showcased a dual focus on defense and civilian sectors, with CEO Alex Karp explicitly defending the company's role in lethal military operations. Simultaneously, the company announced expansions into healthcare management and naval shipbuilding through new AI-driven platforms.
Indie developer Spiderweb Software has launched 'The Judgment,' a free expansion that serves as the finale for the Queen's Wish series. The content is now available within Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor, wrapping up the trilogy's narrative.
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has introduced the IP360 program to boost the global competitiveness of its content industries. Notably, the initiative offers grants of up to 10 million yen to indie developers and individuals for creating new intellectual property.
