Ubisoft Cancels Early Access for Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ubisoft has canceled the planned early access for Assassin’s Creed Shadows collector’s edition buyers, . The price of the collector’s edition has been reduced from $280 to $230, following the removal of early access and season passes. During a Discord Q&A session, Ubisoft confirmed the changes, though the collector’s edition will still include items like a steelbook and statue. Additional adjustments may be made before the game’s release.
Netflix Shuts Down Southern California Game Studio, Team Blue
Netflix has closed its Southern California game studio, known as Team Blue, marking a setback in its gaming expansion, . The studio was part of Netflix’s push into video games, with plans for a big-budget, multi-platform strategy. Team Blue made high-profile hires in recent years, including Overwatch executive producer Chacko Sonny and Halo creative lead Joseph Staten. Despite these efforts, Netflix confirmed that the studio was shut down, and the key hires are no longer with the company.
Rage Effect: Mobile Hits Android and iOS, Aiming for Success in India
Rage Effect: Mobile, which Goldon Studios claims to be India’s first AAA shooter game, has launched on Android and iOS. While the game attracted over 120,000 pre-registrations during its open beta, there are doubts within the gaming community about whether it truly qualifies as AAA, a label typically reserved for games with the highest budgets and production values. Developed by a team with experience from major franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Sims, the game features Indian-inspired maps, weapon customization, and cross-platform play. Despite skepticism, the game aims to make a mark in India’s rapidly growing gaming market.
Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Set for December 6 Release in India
The anime film Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment. The film serves as a recap of the anime’s first season and includes an exclusive sneak peek of the first two episodes of the highly anticipated second season, set to premiere in January 2025. Directed by Shunsuke Nakashige and featuring music by Attack on Titan composer Hiroyuki Sawano, Solo Leveling adapts the popular Korean web novel by Chugong, following the journey of weak hunter Sung Jinwoo as he rises in power.
