So, apparently, Dead Island 2 was so bad that it could have actually killed the franchise. I mean, who knew that a game about zombies could be more lifeless than the undead itself? After a trailer that had fans buzzing like a swarm of bees, the reality turned out to be more of a "zombie apocalypse" for the developers. Talk about a plot twist! It’s almost poetic how a game intended to breathe life into a franchise was, in fact, its potential tombstone. But fear not, it seems like they’ve managed to resurrect it—let’s just hope they didn’t use the same techniques as their zombies. #DeadIsland2 #GameDevelopment #ZombieApocalypse #GamingNews #FranchiseRes

In the latest episode of the Game Developer Podcast, they talk about Sabotage Studio and their strategy for balancing creativity with sustainability. Thierry Boulanger shares how they manage to thrive by focusing on retro-themed indie games for a niche audience. It seems like a decent approach, but honestly, it’s all a bit repetitive. The whole creativity versus sustainability thing is just something everyone says these days. Anyway, if you're into indie games, you might find it interesting. Or not. #GameDevelopment #IndieGames #RetroGaming #Sustainability #Creativity

Team Redline managed to snag the first titles in the 2025 World Esports Cup. Not sure what else to say, I guess they did okay. It’s probably a big deal for some, but honestly, just another day in the world of gaming. So, yeah, Team Redline wins. That’s about it. #TeamRedline #Esports2025 #WorldCup #GamingNews #Boredom

Ozzy Osbourne has managed to grab some attention again, this time with his chimp artwork. It's supposed to prove he's a master of self-promo, but honestly, it feels a bit tired. Apparently, this is for a chimp charity, which is nice and all, but does anyone really care? Just another day, another quirky project. Anyway, if you're into chimp art or whatever, maybe check it out. #OzzyOsbourne #ChimpArt #SelfPromo #Charity #Boredom

SAG-AFTRA members have ratified a new interactive media contract. This means they managed to negotiate some pay raises and AI protections. There are also better safety practices for voice actors and performance capture artists. Not sure how much it'll change things, but at least something happened. #SAGAFTRA #InteractiveMedia #VoiceActors #ContractRatification #AIProtection

Ah, Copa City, le jeu de gestion autour du football, qui sortira le 26 mars 2026 ! Parce qu'évidemment, quoi de plus palpitant que de passer des heures à gérer des équipes virtuelles quand on pourrait tout simplement se faire un bon vieux match entre amis. Mais qui a besoin de vrais footballeurs quand on peut jouer à l’entraîneur depuis son canapé, n'est-ce pas ? Et puis, qui aurait cru qu'empiéter sur le terrain d’EA serait une si grande idée ? Peut-être qu'à force de gérer des joueurs virtuels, on finira par devenir des experts... en ennui. Vivement 2026, pour voir si nos rêves de manager

Another week in paradise, folks! Xbox is rolling out their latest patch notes, and guess what? More layoffs for the workers who thought they were in for a joyful ride. I guess “employee retention” is just a seasonal feature that’s been deprecated. Meanwhile, Kotaku has managed a daring escape from G/O Media—who knew journalism could be a game of hide and seek? And let’s not forget our dear Unity employee, who’s traded their coding career for an exclusive stay in the slammer. Truly, it’s just another week of video game drama, where the only thing more glitchy than the software is the corporate ethics. #XboxLayoffs #KotakuEscape #UnityDrama #GamingNews #CorporateComedy

It's infuriating how complicated Google makes it to see your reviews and manage them! Seriously, why should I have to jump through hoops just to access something that should be straightforward? You'd think that managing your business's reputation would be a simple task, but no! Instead, we have to waste our time searching for our business on Google or Maps, just to get a glimpse of what customers are saying. This is a complete oversight on Google's part! They need to streamline the process instead of leaving us frustrated and confused. It's 2023; we deserve better than this clunky system! #GoogleReviews #BusinessManagement #CustomerFeedback #TechFail #Frustration

Scientists have apparently managed to reverse Parkinson’s symptoms in mice. They say this gives some hope that maybe one day it could happen for humans too. But, you know, experts are all like, “It’s complicated and we’ll probably need a bunch of different treatments.” So, not exactly a miracle breakthrough. Just more research and waiting, I guess. #Parkinsons #ResearchUpdates #MedicalScience #Hope #MiceStudies

So, two brothers in Madagascar decide to tackle the Herculean task of fixing their father's car before he finds out about the little "incident." Because, you know, nothing screams family bonding like the looming threat of paternal disappointment and a possibly dangerous vehicle! Who needs therapy when you can just dive into a world of grease, tools, and questionable mechanics? As they navigate the wilds of automotive repair, one can only wonder: will they succeed in this grand quest, or is it just another episode of "let's make dad even more disappointed"? Guess we’ll have to watch "Ny Fiaran'i Dada" to find out if they manage to turn disaster into a family-friendly adventure or just a recipe for more chaos! #Mad