Ubisoft Halts Halifax Studio Amid Post-Unionization Shifts; Fallout Remasters Countdown Begins on Amazon’s Fallout Fallout Website
Ubisoft Closes Halifax Studio Amid Post-Unionization Shifts
Following Ubisoft’s announcement that it closed its recently unionized Halifax studio, the company clarified that unionization was not a contributing factor to the closure.
- Ubisoft closes its recently-unionized Halifax studio, says it’s not because of the unionizing — PC Gamer
- Ubisoft close the studio behind Assassin’s Creed Rebellion days after the developers vote to unionise — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Ubisoft Shuts Down Assassin’s Creed: Rebellion Developer Halifax Studio Just Weeks After It Unionized — IGN
Amazon’s Fallout Website Counting Down to Fallout Remasters
Fans speculate about a potential remaster of Fallout 3 or even the long-awaited New Vegas title based on Amazon’s mysterious Fallout website countdown.
- Amazon’s Fallout website is counting down to something, and fans are hoping the long-awaited Fallout 3 remaster (or maybe even New Vegas) is finally on the way — PC Gamer
- Fallout 4, New Vegas player numbers skyrocket thanks to the unavoidable impact of Fallout Season 2 — Eurogamer
- Fallout 3’s Iconic Power Armor Finally Arrives in the TV Show – Plus 23 More Video Game Easter Eggs From the Latest Episode — IGN
Fortnite’s Epic Collaboration with South Park: A New Playlist and Interactive Gameplay
Epic Games has partnered with the long-running animated series South Park for an upcoming Fortnite collab. The official trailer reveals a new ‘5-Player Quints’ playlist, interactive gameplay features, and character skins including Cartman and Towelpie as a purchasable pet.
- Fortnite’s latest collab with an adult animated series that’s somehow still going is none other than South Park — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Fortnite Meets South Park as Official Trailer Reveals 5-Player Quints Playlist and a Free Mini Pass — IGN
- Fortnite South Park Gameplay Trailer Leak Shows Cartman and the Gang in Action — and Yes, You Can Buy Towelie as a Pet — IGN
New Life is Strange game leaked on Europe’s PEGI website, hinting at Max and Chloe reunion
The European PEGI game rating site accidentally revealed details about an upcoming Life is Strange installment, suggesting that the beloved characters Max and Chloe may be reconnecting in a new story arc.
- Europe’s PEGI game rating website leaks a new Life is Strange game, and it sure sounds like Max and Chloe are getting back together — PC Gamer
- Whoops, looks like PEGI accidentally revealed that a new Life is Strange is on the way — Rock Paper Shotgun
The Elder Scrolls Online Evolves: Shifting from Expansions to Battle Pass
CD Projekt Red’s analyst confirms significant new Witcher 3 content this year, while The Elder Scrolls Online discontinues yearly expansions, integrating premium features into the base game and introducing a battle pass system.
- The Elder Scrolls Online is ditching yearly expansions and folding its premium content into the base game, but it’s also gaining a battle pass — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The Witcher 3 expansion rumours refuse to go away: originating analyst is “100% certain CD Projekt Red will release significant new content this year” — Eurogamer
Arc Raiders: Dev Considers Balance Updates for Trigger Nade, Stitcher and More Following Holiday Delays
The developers of Arc Raiders are considering implementing balance updates to address concerns regarding the Trigger Nade, Stitcher abilities and other game elements after delays caused by the holiday season.
- Arc Raiders Dev ‘Looking Into’ Balance Updates for Trigger Nade, Stitcher, and More After Holiday Delays — IGN
- Hollywood sure sounds keen to make an Arc Raiders film — Eurogamer
Upcoming Video Game Movies and TV Shows in 2026: A Look Ahead
PC Gamer’s article highlights the anticipated lineup of video game adaptations set to release in 2026, including details on upcoming projects extending beyond that year. The piece provides a comprehensive overview for fans eager to see which beloved titles will transition from consoles and arcades to screens.
Netflix Announces Major Season 2 and 4 Updates, Including Avatar: The Last Airbender and Bridgerton Renewals
Netflix has unveiled its 2026 slate with new announcements for Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, Bridgerton Season 4, and John Cena’s upcoming film Little Brother. Additionally, the platform confirms that The Witcher series will conclude this year.
- Netflix Reveals 2026 Slate, With New Looks at Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, Bridgerton Season 4, and John Cena in Little Brother — IGN
- Netflix confirms The Witcher series will end this year — Eurogamer
2025: The Year AI Lost Its Luster for Most Executives
Despite initial hype, many businesses are realizing the limitations of AI and its unclear value proposition. The emergence of satirical bots like ‘Mecha-Hitler’ highlights the tech’s growing disconnect with practical applications.
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