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Two ex-ensemble programmers have together started their own independent development group, Newtoy. The news marks the fourth independent studio that has formed from the infamous Ensemble closure at the hands of owning company Microsoft. The platform holder’s decision to close down Ensemble – a revered development veteran responsible for the …
Read More »3D Realms future in doubt
The fate of 3D Realms is in serious doubt as the independent developer – best known for its work on the Duke Nukem series – is reportedly closing its doors and removing its staff. Multiple sources have suggested that the developer, founded over two decades ago, will fully close down …
Read More »More THQ studio closures on the way?
It appears as though yesterday’s revelation of a downscaling at Juice Games may have just been the start of a massive cull of THQ’s internal development resources. For the full low-down, head over to the only bookmark you need for the day’s global development news, Develop.
Read More »US: 155 Circuit City stores to close
It seems that leading US electronics retailer Circuit City is set to close 155 of its stores, according to tech blog Engadget . The site quotes an insider as saying: I’m an employee at Circuit City and today there was a mandatory store meeting for the holiday season and to …
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