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Planet Coaster studio Frontier Developments announces new title based on Disney IP

GamesIndustry.biz reports Frontier Developments has signed a deal with Disney to build, fund, and publish a new game based on Disney IP. The Cambridge studio is leaning on its creative …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 3 weeks, 1 day ago
Epic and Disney launch largest IP toolset to date, allowing creators to build Star Wars games in Fortnite

Epic and Disney just turned Fortnite into a Star Wars creation platform, with UEFN support for themed islands, templates, assets, and new gameplay hooks like lightsabers and Force powers. For …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Epic Games is working on an Arc Raiders-like Disney extraction shooter slated to release by the end of the year

Epic Games is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November. This project raises concerns among staff about quality and originality, especially given Epic's recent layoffs …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months, 1 week ago
Report: Epic hoping to reinvigorate Fortnite with Disney-themed extraction shooter

Epic Games is set to launch a Disney-themed extraction shooter within Fortnite, aiming to revitalize player engagement. This initiative stems from a significant $1.5 billion partnership with Disney, highlighting a …

News Game Developer · 5 months, 1 week ago
Disney Wants To Buy Epic Games?

The rumor mill is buzzing with speculation that Disney is interested in acquiring Epic Games following recent layoffs. This potential acquisition could significantly impact various roles within the gaming industry, …

Blog Gamefromscratch · 5 months, 3 weeks ago
SIGGRAPH Spotlight: Episode 100 – The Making of ‘Zootopia 2’

In SIGGRAPH Spotlight's 100th episode, the creators of 'Zootopia 2' delve into the innovative processes at Disney Animation Studios. This discussion highlights advancements in animation and visual effects that could …

Blog SIGGRAPH · 6 months, 4 weeks ago
Disney buys into OpenAI, another studio escapes Embracer, and The Game Awards trailers cost how much? - Patch Notes #34

Disney's investment in OpenAI signals a significant shift in the gaming landscape, particularly for developers focused on AI integration. The news comes alongside concerns over union busting at Rockstar, which …

News Game Developer · 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Star Wars KOTOR 2's Restored Content DLC was canned as Aspyr could not give Disney a complete list of all the modders' legal names

Aspyr's inability to provide Disney with a complete list of modders' legal names has led to the cancellation of the Restored Content DLC for KOTOR 2 on Switch. This situation …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Three design lessons from Defunctland's deep dive into Disney's 'Living Characters'

Disney's innovative approach to creating real-world NPCs provides critical insights for designers and developers. By examining the lessons from Defunctland's exploration of 'Living Characters', developers can enhance player engagement and …

News Game Developer · 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Kojima Productions partners with Disney+ for an original animated series based on Death Stranding | News-in-Brief

Kojima Productions is collaborating with Disney+ to produce an animated series based on Death Stranding. This partnership signifies a merging of gaming and streaming, allowing developers to explore new storytelling …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 10 months, 1 week ago
Death Stranding anime series coming to Disney+

The upcoming Death Stranding anime series will be available on Disney+, expanding the franchise's reach. This addition follows the announcement of an animated movie and a live-action film by A24, …

News Game Developer · 10 months, 1 week ago