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House House stated that generative AI was used solely for 10 lines of code to fix a frame drop bug in 'Big Walk'.
Nineteen IGF jurors issued a statement refusing to vote for any game using generative AI, sparking a debate over development tools and creative ethics. https://t.co/vr8E0kk2ZJ

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NC reported Q3 2026 revenue of 686.5 billion won and operating profit of 119.6 billion won, while issuing 2027 revenue guidance of 3.2 trillion to 3.4 trillion won.
Co-CEO Byung-moo Park confirmed that annual 2026 revenue is expected to reach 2.8 trillion won, driven by legacy IPs, new global publishing, and $JUSTPLAY. https://t.co/QfiBBIxeAI

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Nintendo announced that 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' surpassed 5.2 million cumulative copies sold worldwide in its first four days.

The remake achieved record sales for Nintendo Switch 2 software following its global release on November 5. https://t.co/3ocEqIrcT0

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Pulsar unveiled the P1 Supercaliber gaming mouse featuring dual sensors and an AI optimization system called IntentEngine.
The mouse uses OmniFusion technology to create a virtual sensor position via software, allowing the device to adapt to individual user movement habits. https://t.co/aXJ0zLTMZ2

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Nihon Falcom reported record-breaking financial results for the fiscal year ending September 2026, with net sales reaching 4.474 billion yen.
The company announced plans to release The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki (Final Chapter) within the fiscal year ending September 2027. https://t.co/aiYy3n9NsZ

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Mistil Games and NC announced key update details for the second Steam playtest of Time Takers, scheduled from Nov 13 to Nov 16.

The update adds map Isla Velos, character Curtis, and the App System, alongside combat balance, movement system, and matchmaking improvements. https://t.co/30zx2S2Ipf

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Pearl Abyss released the "Crimson Desert Enhanced: Charting the Unknown" expansion, adding extensive oceanic exploration and massive content volume.
The expansion successfully delivers vast new gameplay features while retaining the base game's complex UI, clunky mechanics, and friction. https://t.co/XVHIbVTRxk

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Pre-downloads for GTA 6 have begun, requiring up to 212 GB of storage depending on the device.

Take-Two ($TTWO) confirmed that pre-orders are exceeding expectations as sales reach 9.69 million copies. https://t.co/fkR6EFHnNR

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NCSOFT confirmed the Lineage Classic Season 2 'Tria' update and pre-registration for December 2.
Players who pre-register can redeem unified coupons until December 30 to choose between gear or consumable rewards. https://t.co/GnL8qZtdYg

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Nexon CEO Lee Jung-hun stated that internal execution capabilities, rather than external competition, are the key to rebounding the Dungeon & Fighter franchise.

Lee outlined project consolidations for 2026 and confirmed that AI will be used strictly as a tool to reduce repetitive tasks and assist developers. https://t.co/8iZ0xpjafh

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Google released its Gemini 4 Carbon AI model, which reverse engineered Demis Hassabis's 1990s game Theme Park and ported it to the web.

The model ranks first on multiple software and automation benchmarks at a lower cost per task and is now available to developers and enterprises. https://t.co/Wgq37X2JNc

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Sony cancelled the Haven Studios-developed competitive heist shooter Fairgame$.
Executives stated mixed playtest results and market conditions drove the decision, while a spokesperson confirmed no jobs will be cut. https://t.co/NCC9OvtloM

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Sony confirmed it will retire the PlayStation Plus app on PC on December 10.

$SONY stated the decision stems from low usage by under 0.4% of Premium members, limiting cloud streaming to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation Portal hardware. https://t.co/8NJYk17acs

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Blizzard confirmed a four-week 6v6 Role Queue test for Overwatch Season 6.

Game Director Aaron Keller stated 5v5 remains the main mode while the team evaluates queue times and community feedback. https://t.co/H0Lq0qfYKn

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Rockstar Games confirmed Grand Theft Auto VI will target 30 frames per second on current-generation consoles.

The studio stated that ray-traced shadows will be exclusively available on the PlayStation 5 Pro. https://t.co/tj2N2b82Tr

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Xbox announced a 10-year strategic partnership with Take-Two Interactive.

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that GTA VI will be playable on Xbox One via cloud gaming starting November 19. $MSFT https://t.co/pnuOGyji4L

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Esports professionals and streamers are increasingly using tinted blue-blocker sunglasses between gaming sessions to manage visual comfort.
These amber or dark lenses help players transition between harsh venue lighting and outdoor environments during post-match downtime. https://t.co/Pr0W18jA5G

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A leaked EU Digital Fairness Act draft proposes banning paid loot boxes and pay-to-win mechanics for minors.

The unofficial proposal would also disable virtual currencies for under-18s without parental approval and penalize violations with fines up to 6% of global turnover. https://t.co/jiFEqngR6c

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Bandai Namco Holdings confirmed the dissolution and liquidation of its Montreal-based subsidiary, Reflector Entertainment.

The board passed the resolution to discontinue operations following weak game performance and expects an extraordinary loss of around 21 million euros. https://t.co/aln0jv46qq

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Sports Interactive released Football Manager 27 on the 11th, featuring a restored intuitive top navigation bar and refined matchday visuals.
The title incorporates a new Tactical Effectiveness mechanic alongside community mod support. https://t.co/er5jjEKnxi