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Duke University has integrated Panic's Playdate handheld console into its game design program, fundamentally changing how students approach game development. The device's constraints are proving to be an effective teaching tool.

Roblox has revamped its Assistant, an AI tool for game developers, adding agentic capabilities that automate planning, building, and testing workflows.

Roblox will implement age verification, restrict nighttime notifications for minors, and limit chat features under a settlement with Nevada. The gaming platform agreed to pay over $12 million to the state.

Sony's InZone brand has launched the H6 Air, a $199.99 wired gaming headset featuring an open-back design that delivers more natural sound and improved comfort compared to closed-back alternatives.

Sony is releasing the InZone M10S II gaming monitor at $1,099.99, matching the original's price while adding features to justify the cost. The updated model arrives later this year as an exclusive through Sony's online store.

Sony has released the Inzone M10S II, a 24.5-inch gaming monitor featuring a tandem OLED panel from LG with refresh rates up to 720Hz. The display costs $1,100 and targets competitive gamers seeking extreme performance.

Games Workshop has launched seven classic Warhammer video games on Steam for the first time. The release includes three fantasy titles and four games from the Warhammer 40K universe, alongside a dozen additional games returning to the platform after years of unavailability.

New Xbox Chief Asha Sharma acknowledged in a leaked memo that Game Pass pricing is unsustainable. The subscription service, central to Xbox's strategy, requires a new financial model.

The developers behind acclaimed indie hit Slay the Princess are funding the next project from the creator of 1000xResist, pooling resources in an industry known for brutal economics.

Google has delisted "Doki Doki Literature Club" from the Google Play Store. The visual novel, known for its psychological horror elements, is no longer available for download on Android devices.

The free-to-start battle simulator debuted on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 with technical issues affecting core gameplay mechanics. The game will arrive on mobile platforms later this year.

Epic Games is developing a Disney-themed extraction shooter set to launch in November, Bloomberg reports. The title represents one of three Disney projects in development and marks Epic's major move following 1.5 billion dollars in investment from the entertainment giant.