Ubisoft centralizes efforts under Massive Entertainment, Microsoft denies selling Xbox, and issues with Steam Deck support for Control Resonant.
The major development in the PC gaming industry comes from Ubisoft, which is restructuring its creative teams. Ubisoft has consolidated The Division, Ghost Recon, Splinter Cell, and a new dieselpunk MOBA called March of Giants under the control of Massive Entertainment. This change solidifies Massive’s importance in Ubisoft’s overarching strategy, putting it at the forefront of some of their most prominent franchises as reported by both GamingOnLinux and RockPaperShotgun.
Meanwhile, despite significant layoffs and organizational restructuring within Microsoft’s gaming division, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has quashed rumors of Xbox being up for sale. This assurance comes amid multiple rounds of layoffs impacting 268 employees and a restructuring effort that integrates remaining studios like Activision and Bethesda under fewer management tiers. As RockPaperShotgun highlights, these strategic moves indicate Microsoft’s intent to streamline operations rather than divest altogether.
In the realm of game releases, excitement for the character action game Control Resonant is tempered by disappointing news regarding its compatibility with the Steam Deck. While Valve’s Steam Machine runs the game effectively, RockPaperShotgun explains that prior promises of compatibility with the handheld Steam Deck have not been fulfilled, leaving many players unable to enjoy the game on the go as anticipated.
Elsewhere, Blizzard has decided to revert recent changes made to Starcraft 2 following community feedback and technical challenges. As detailed by PCGamesN, the significant overhaul attempted earlier this year is now being rolled back with promises to try again. This decision reflects Blizzard’s attentiveness to the game’s dedicated player base.
In indie news, Cleared Hot – Chapter 2, a well-received helicopter shooter, is set for release on October 15th, promising to expand the already popular gameplay experience, as reported by GamingOnLinux. Furthermore, the cooperative digging game, A Game About Digging A Hole Together, has been announced, adding to the growing list of quirky indie titles.
