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Activision files patent for AI-generated game soundtracks
A new Activision patent could reveal the future of video game soundtracks – with artificial intelligence at the fore.

Bayonetta actor encourages boycott after 'immoral' pay offer (update)
Voice actor Hellena Taylor has alleged PlatinumGames offered her an 'insulting' low fee for work on Bayonetta 3.

League of Legends developer Riot Games acquires Wargaming Sydney
Wargaming Sydney will become known as Riot Sydney moving forward, with all staff transferring to the new brand.

How indie game development can be a rewarding hobby
'There will always be more game developers than paid game developers,' says developer Brendan Keogh.

PAX Aus 2022 was a homecoming that felt distinctly different
PAX Aus 2022 was certainly a welcome home, but it was hard not to feel a change in the air.

Konami is expanding its plans for NFTs and the metaverse
Konami is currently recruiting for a wide range of talent that will focus on Web3 development.

Esports will not appear at 2026 Commonwealth Games
Despite the 2022 pilot event being considered successful, esports will not appear in the next Commonwealth Games.

Kingdom Hearts TV show pilot released online, 19 years later
A Kingdom Hearts animated series was originally pitched way back in 2003. Now, the pilot has seemingly leaked online.

Cyberpunk 2077 QA staff allege deception and bad management, again
Employees at Quantic Lab have spoken out against management, alleging false client claims and a lack of experience.

Freeplay: Parallels 2022 - Everything we learned
Freeplay: Parallels was a time to celebrate small local games, and learn some much-needed lessons.