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Hit hard by Microsoft layoffs, Halo developer says franchise 'here to stay'

Video game Halo Infinite developer 343 Industries has shared a brief message about the franchise's future after being hit hard by the Microsoft layoffs

Gaming firms seek distinction between 'video games' and 'real money games'

In the ministry's recent draft notification, 'video games' and 'online games played for stakes' are combined under one definition

Apple Arcade launches new puzzle game 'Illustrated', updates others

Apple Arcade has launched a new puzzle game 'Illustrated' which is from the makers of another puzzle game 'Patterned', and brought updates to a few games, including 'Grindstone'

Parents, cos bat for 'responsible gaming' as industry nears formalisation

Parents are worried, but the industry is working to establish mechanisms promoting 'responsible gaming' in India

Reliance Jio partners with Gamestream to launch JioGamesCloud: Details here

Gamestream is a France-based cloud gaming solutions provider. This collaboration will allow JioGames to launch its cloud gaming platform JioGamesCloud, which is currently available in beta

Netflix adds new game 'Shredder's Revenge' on iOS, Android smartphones

Streaming giant Netflix has added a new game to its mobile game lineup titled 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge' which is a modern take on the classic TMNT arcade games

CES 2023: Sony unveils PS5 accessibility controller kit for disabled gamers

Sony has unveiled a customisable accessibility controller kit for PlayStation 5 (PS5) at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023

Govt proposes self-regulatory mechanism, due diligence for gaming firms

The government has proposed a self-regulatory mechanism, mandatory verification of players and physical Indian address for online gaming companies, according to the draft online gaming rules published on Monday. Online gaming companies will be covered under the new IT rules that were issued in 2021 for social media platforms. The online gaming platforms are expected to comply with the laws of the land, including any such law that relates to gambling or betting or the age at which an individual is competent to enter into a contract. "The draft amendments are aimed at addressing the said need while enabling the growth of the online gaming industry in a responsible manner," the notice said. The draft amendments envisage that an online gaming intermediary will observe the due diligence required under the rules, "including reasonable efforts to cause its users not to host, display, upload, publish, transmit or share an online game not in conformity with Indian law, including any law on

Xbox exclusive game 'Redfall' likely to be launched in early May 2023

Redfall will join the 'Starfield' game as part of the tech giant's big Xbox and PC gaming console line-up

State governments to oversee law for online games in their jurisdictions

The states will also be asked to appoint grievance redressal executives and nodal contract executives

IT ministry appointed as nodal ministry for online gaming in India

The Department of Sports under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has been notified as the nodal agency for e-sports

TDS guidelines for gaming companies may require greater disclosure

The move is aimed at improving reporting and transparency in these sectors

Centre appoints MeitY as the nodal ministry for gaming, to set rules soon

The industry came under scrutiny after the proliferation of games like cards, casinos, and fantasy sports among young people led to addiction and financial losses, with some reported cases of suicide

Indian gaming industry needs stable regulatory environment: Sameer Barde

The industry's worry is the "knee-jerk reaction" of states in regulating the industry, Barde said

Online games with monetary bets likely to have a 'child lock' mechanism

MeitY could also call for formation of a self-regulatory organisation; policy release likely in 2-3 weeks

Epic Games adds for-kids accounts in Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys

While signing in, all players will be required to enter their date of birth

Microsoft offers 10-year contract on new 'Call of Duty' games to Sony

Microsoft has offered a 10-year contract to Sony to make future 'Call of Duty' (CoD) games available on PlayStation, if its proposed Activision Blizzard acquisition goes ahead

Microsoft plans to raise Xbox first-party game prices by $10 in 2023

Microsoft will reportedly raise its first-party Xbox game prices from $59.99 to $69.99 next year

Meta to roll out new mode in VR game to let players make their own levels

Sandbox mode will launch on December 14 within the VR battle royale game

Nintendo partners with DeNA to strengthen digital games, services

Nintendo said that the partnership will "strengthen the digitalisation" of its business which has already been incredibly successful for the company