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Blizzard Workers Break New Ground with Historic Union Contract In a major victory for worker rights in the gaming industry, union members at Blizzard Entertainment have ratified a groundbreaking contract that sets a new standard for AI usage, layoffs, and remote work benefits. The deal, negotiated by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), covers 1,900

ByteDance, the parent company of social media giant TikTok and VR hardware subsidiary Pico Interactive, is reportedly cooking up an AI model that could revolutionize the way we experience spatial video. According to a Bloomberg report, ByteDance is developing an AI model capable of creating real-time spatial videos, similar to Google’s Genie technology. This ambitious

Riot Games Sends Shocks Through Industry with Plans for Premium Titles In a stunning revelation at PAX West, Marc Merrill, chief product officer of Riot Games, dropped a bombshell during a fireside chat commemorating the company’s 20-year anniversary. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, Riot is considering a drastic departure from its free-to-play roots

The spirit of generosity is alive and well in the OpenSim metaverse, as OSgrid prepares for its annual fundraiser week. From October 12th to 18th, the oldest public grid will hold a series of events, auctions, and fundraising activities that will culminate in a grand finale on Event Plaza. And they’re counting on your help!

Double Fine’s Tim Schafer on Finding Commercial Success in Unconventional Games In a candid interview with Bloomberg, Double Fine Productions’ head honcho Tim Schafer has shed light on the challenges his studio faced during its tenure under Xbox. Despite not being profitable, Schafer is convinced that their unique games can resonate with a wider audience

Imagine stepping into a virtual hockey arena, surrounded by cheering crowds and the electric energy of live commentary. In NHL 27, EA Sports is taking this immersive experience to new heights with the help of generative AI (genAI). According to veteran sports commentator John Buccigross, EA showcased its genAI-powered voiceover technology using his own voice

FuturLab’s Shocking Layoffs Raise Questions About Transparency and Communication in the VR Industry In a move that has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, UK-based studio FuturLab has laid off seven employees without informing team leads or managers, sparking allegations of obfuscation and poor communication. The layoffs come as the studio cancels a mystery project

Don’t Nod, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Life is Strange series and Lost Records, has been dealt a significant blow in its fight for survival. The French studio, which has struggled to stay afloat amidst industry-wide financial pressures, has warned that it might not have enough runway to continue operating beyond January 31, 2027.

The wait is almost over for VR enthusiasts, as Pico’s upcoming flagship standalone headset, Space Pro, has just cleared a major hurdle on its path to market. Despite being cancelled from its initial September reveal and still shrouded in mystery, the device has emerged in FCC filings, hinting that its commercialization is imminent. We’ve been

This has been an explosive week for VR and XR enthusiasts, with major announcements and developments that have left us all buzzing. One of the biggest surprises came from Unity Cube, the popular app on the Horizon Store that’s known for its quirky gameplay. In a stunning update, the developers managed to coax out 240