In the wake of the recent ransomware attack on Insomniac Games, where a staggering 1.7 TB of data was exposed, another industry giant, Ubisoft, faced a similar peril. The question arises: Is the gaming industry under siege by cybercriminals? Let’s delve into the details and explore the implications for major game developers. Ubisoft’s Brush with…
In a not-so-surprising move, the Chinese government has released a set of strict rules that aimed to curb spending and rewards in online video gaming. This significant development has sent shockwaves through the gaming market, resulting in substantial losses for major players. Let’s delve into the details of these regulations, their immediate consequences, and the…
Earlier this week, Insomniac Games, the studio behind the critically acclaimed Spider-Man titles and the wacky adventures of Ratchet & Clank, fell victim to a cyberattack. Hackers infiltrated their systems, pilfering sensitive employee data and, most tantalizingly, gameplay files for upcoming titles, including the highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine. So, what exactly went down? This ordeal…
When 18-year-old British hacker Arian Kurtaj affiliated with the ransomware group Lapsus$ hacked Rockstar Games servers last fall (September 2022), his leaks of early Grand Theft Auto VI footage set the gaming world ablaze. But his cybercrimes eventually landed the teenager with an indefinite hospital sentence rather than fame or fortune. Deemed an unacceptable public threat due…
League of Legends stands as one of the world’s most iconic multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games, boasting over 100 million dedicated players. This raging popularity stems not just from its highly strategic and addictive gameplay but also the vibrant fantasy world full of imaginative characters that developers Riot Games have built up since its…
It’s been over three years since Microsoft launched the Xbox Series X|S, ushering in the modern generation of gaming. While there are likely still a few years to go before the next iteration, intriguing details have emerged about what the company has in store as a successor. Microsoft had originally planned to develop a revolutionary…
Hold onto your web shooters, gamers, because a recent data breach at Insomniac Games just sent a shockwave through the industry. 1.67 terabytes of sensitive data, including budgets, sales figures, and even future game plans, leaked online, painting a fascinating (and sometimes worrisome) picture of PlayStation’s beloved developer. Sony quickly launched an investigation, assuring everyone…
Recent leaks from a cyberattack on Insomniac Games, the developer behind Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, have revealed some juicy (and slightly scary) details about Sony’s internal thoughts on their biggest competitor, Microsoft. The “Leap Frog” That Makes Sony Nervous Remember that massive $69 billion deal with Activision Blizzard that brought Call of Duty, World of Warcraft,…
A recent leak from the mischievous folks at the Rhysida hacker group has exposed a treasure trove of Insomniac Games’ secrets, including a surprise addition to the highly anticipated Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: Online mode! This bombshell might shock some Spidey fans who were expecting details about future story DLC, but hold on, true believers! Before…
In a surprising turn of events, Team Kaiju, a prominent gaming studio under Tencent’s umbrella in the US, has silently closed its doors. Tencent has officially acknowledged the closure, stating, “We can confirm that we have closed Team Kaiju and canceled the studio’s unannounced game project.” But, Tencent doesn’t give any reasons in an official…
