MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy may finally be closing
Build a Rocket Boy, developer of the troubled action-thriller MindsEye, appears to be shutting down after multiple rounds of layoffs reportedly let go all remaining staff.
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Video game releases, updates and studio news — from platform and studio newsrooms (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, Steam) and established gaming publications. Page 24 of 35: briefings 691-720, published Sep 15, 2026 to Sep 16, 2026.
Report: MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy seemingly closing after more layoffs
Build a Rocket Boy, the studio behind MindsEye, is reportedly closing after multiple staff layoffs and farewell posts on social media.
World of Warcraft: Forever beta launch times: How to sign up and play Blizzard's twist on WoW Classic
Blizzard’s *World of Warcraft: Forever* beta launches September 17, offering early access to a classic-style MMO before its November release, with two premium packs granting entry.
GTA 5's 'Become a celebrity' mod is almost weirdly fully featured
A new mod for GTA 5 transforms players into recognizable celebrities in Los Santos, complete with fame mechanics and repeatable quests to boost public approval.
Balatro developer LocalThunk turns up on Discord to talk about the 1.1 update and life after burnout: 'I truly am having the best time making the game now'
Balatro developer LocalThunk addressed the long-delayed 1.1 update in the Balatro Discord, confirming ongoing work without a release target while sharing minor details about upcoming features.
Ex-MS engineer reveals the story behind the infamous 'FCKGW' Windows XP key: 'Pirates started baking the key into images or just writing it on the CD with a Sha
A former Microsoft engineer disclosed that the infamous 'FCKGW' Windows XP key likely leaked from an OEM partner with early access, enabling widespread piracy before launch.
Microsoft hasn't marched Fable to the guillotine because it's 'vital to the DNA' of Xbox, says the game's director
Microsoft spared Fable from studio closures, with its director calling the reboot vital to Xbox’s identity and the broader gaming landscape.
How to watch the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026
The PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026 airs live on September 20, 2026, showcasing over 30 games with world premieres, trailers, and exclusive reveals across multiple platforms.
Bad news for shaman tank hopefuls—World of Warcraft: Forever won't have Season of Discovery's zany class design just yet: 'But never say never, y'know'
Blizzard’s *World of Warcraft: Forever* will not include experimental class designs like shaman tanks or healing mages from *Season of Discovery*, though future updates may revisit them.
All active Aniimo codes for launch, September 2026
Aniimo gift codes offer free in-game items and currencies, including Glimmer, eggs, and rare boosters, redeemable via the settings menu after completing a specific quest.
MindsEye studio Build A Rocket Boy appear to be making fresh redundancies, as one staffer says he's "helping wrap things up here in the HR department"
Build a Rocket Boy, developer of MindsEye, appears to be making further redundancies as staff post LinkedIn updates indicating job searches and HR closure.
Is Aniimo a gacha game?
Aniimo avoids gacha mechanics despite superficial similarities, replacing its controversial beta-era system with a token collection model at launch.
The Witcher 3 producer says it's scary to work with another studio on the game's expansion: 'I also think twice about leaving my baby with someone'
CD Projekt Red’s Jakub Kutrzuba describes collaborating with Fool’s Theory on The Witcher 3 expansion as daunting yet reassuring, citing shared values and former colleagues in leadership.
Silent Hill: Townfall creators break down PS5 features, out September 24
Silent Hill: Townfall debuts on PS5 on September 24 as the series’ first first-person entry, blending immersive 3D audio, ray-traced lighting, and DualSense haptics to heighten tension and environmental storytelling.
'We can't stuff AI back in a box' says former US president Barack Obama, confirming he's 'not a doomer' while still calling for more government AI regulation
Former US president Barack Obama weighed in on AI regulation, endorsing industry calls for slower development while urging government-led oversight to address safety, jobs, and equity concerns.
Relic thought Company of Heroes 3's ambitious dynamic campaign would eventually come together, but it didn't: 'We bit off more than we could chew'
Relic admits its ambitious dynamic campaign for Company of Heroes 3 failed to meet expectations, citing overambition and insufficient polish at launch.
Looks like SK hynix wants to make memory chips on US soil and it could work with Intel to do it
SK hynix may establish US chip production through a potential joint venture with Intel, leveraging existing Ohio fab plans or cloud partnerships to meet memory demand.
I've been waiting all year for the 2nd Chapter to last year's best JRPG remake—it did not disappoint
The *Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Remake* expands on the first game’s story, offering 30 hours of gameplay and deeper character development for Estelle as she investigates the secret society Ouroboros in Liberl.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter has one of the creepiest JRPG monsters I've encountered
A remake of *Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter* introduces a chilling monster that moves only when unobserved, adding unsettling tension to the otherwise serene JRPG.
Why the publisher of Nintendo Life is launching a new PC gaming site
Hookshot, publisher of Nintendo Life, has launched Steam Hype, a new PC gaming site focused on Steam titles and Valve hardware, aiming to highlight indie and discovery content amid industry contraction.
How to fish in Valheim
Valheim players must purchase a fishing rod from vendor Haldor for 350 coins and use bait to catch fish, requiring stamina management and precise timing.
Blizzard is aware Overwatch fans are tired of seeing its fanciest skins go to the same heroes and it's 'the number one' thing it's working to fix next
Blizzard acknowledges fan frustration over repeated Mythic skins for popular heroes in Overwatch and pledges to distribute them more evenly in future seasons.
Introducing the next line of PS5 audio products: PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge Wireless Headsets
PlayStation announced two new wireless headsets, Pulse and Pulse Edge, featuring planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link support for improved audio clarity and spatial accuracy in gaming.
As Skyblivion's launch approaches, the team is looking for help to get the word out
Skyblivion, the ambitious mod merging *Oblivion* into *Skyrim*’s engine, seeks volunteers to boost its promotional efforts ahead of a planned 2026 release.
Wardogs CEO says he won't hire devs who aren't down with mandatory crunch: 'If you care about what you're making, this is the place to work'
Bulkhead CEO Joe Brammer states Wardogs developers must accept mandatory crunch to join the studio, citing passion for the work as justification.
Steam reverses porn game rating it mistakenly gave to an indie vampire RPG, and despite the stress it was a 'net positive' overall as wishlists on Steam 'basica
Valve reversed an Adults Only rating mistakenly applied to the vampire RPG Nighthawks, restoring its visibility on Steam and doubling its wishlists overnight.
Roblox will allow devs to release games as standalone apps on other stores
Roblox will enable developers to release games as standalone apps on external stores while maintaining its revenue-share model, announced at the Roblox Developers Conference.
Wardogs delivers what Battlefield 6 was too console-brained to pull off: A real server browser
Wardogs introduces a functional server browser with official and community servers, contrasting Battlefield 6’s limited Portal system that failed to meet player expectations.
God of War Laufey Now Has a Lot To Prove After Wolverine’s Messy Launch
God of War Laufey faces heightened scrutiny after Wolverine’s troubled launch, as Sony’s cinematic blockbuster formula comes under fire and the studio must prove its enduring appeal.
Bungie is overhauling Marathon from its original extraction shooter vision
Bungie is shifting Marathon’s design by adding a permanent PvE mode called Symbiosis and delaying a planned update to December, marking a broader evolution of the extraction shooter.