Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick joins Skydance board as independent director after a brief exit from the gaming industry.
The return of Bobby Kotick to the gaming industry’s spotlight marks the most significant development in today’s news. After stepping down as CEO of Activision Blizzard post its acquisition by Microsoft in 2023, Kotick has joined the board of Skydance, a company associated with Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. As an independent director, Kotick brings his extensive experience from his three-decade tenure at Activision Blizzard to Skydance. This move suggests that Kotick, whose leadership was integral in building Activision Blizzard, remains a noteworthy figure in gaming business circles. For more, read the report from PC Gamer.
Game Updates and Releases
Several games and systems are getting updates, keeping players engaged with new content and improvements:
- The Wolf Among Us 2 is reportedly nearing completion after a turbulent development cycle. Telltale endeavored to recreate the nostalgic feel of the original, despite numerous setbacks over the years. Gamescom attendees at least have a reassuring sneak peek that the sequel promises to stay true to its roots, as reported by PCGamesN.
- SteamOS 0.4.4 Beta has been released for the Steam Frame, featuring a handy new setting to adjust Presence Sensor Sensitivity. Valve aims to tackle issues related to the headset screen going black, enhancing the user experience on this Linux-based system. Further details can be found in GamingOnLinux.
- Fans of the METRO series can look forward to next-gen updates for METRO 2033 Redux and METRO Last Light Redux. These free updates, set for release later this month, aim to enhance the visuals and performance of these post-apocalyptic FPS titles. More on these updates is available from GamingOnLinux.
- The Proton-CachyOS has a new release, version 11.0-20261005, enhancing the software that facilitates running Windows games on Linux systems. This update may involve various performance and compatibility improvements as tracked by GamingOnLinux.
Industry Leaks and Insights
The online buzz continues with a leak that’s caught the community’s attention:
- An alleged leak of footage from Xbox’s cancelled Perfect Dark reboot has surfaced, showcasing a chase scene replete with parkour moves and an unusual focus on destroying fruit. This footage purportedly dates back to development prior to the project’s cancellation during Microsoft’s layoffs last year. For those curious about what could have been, RockPaperShotgun provides more coverage.
