December 17, 2024 - 12:08
At The Game Awards 2024, Geoff Keighly presented Amir Satvat with an award, celebrating him as a folk hero for his efforts to support laid-off developers in the gaming industry. This recognition comes at a time when many in the industry face significant challenges due to layoffs and restructuring. Satvat has been vocal about the plight of these developers and has created platforms aimed at helping them find new opportunities.
However, the honor raised eyebrows as it overlooked Satvat's position at Tencent, a major player in the gaming industry. Critics argue that his role as an executive at Tencent, a company often scrutinized for its market practices, complicates the narrative of him being a selfless advocate for the unemployed. While his initiatives may provide valuable resources for developers in need, the lack of transparency regarding his affiliations has sparked discussions about the true motivations behind such awards and the complexities of corporate involvement in industry support.
July 14, 2025 - 04:43
Speedhunters Enters Hiatus After Nearly Two Decades; Need for Speed Plans on HoldIn a surprising turn of events, Speedhunters, a prominent car culture website that has been a staple in the automotive community for nearly twenty years, is officially winding down its operations....
July 12, 2025 - 10:15
Reevaluating Cozy Games Through 'Real VR Fishing'It seems silly that a game like `Real VR Fishing` caused me to reevaluate a whole genre. But after playing it with my brother, I found myself reflecting on the potential of virtual reality as a...
July 11, 2025 - 18:03
Major Video Game Cancellations Confirmed for 2025In a surprising turn of events, the gaming industry has seen the cancellation of 17 anticipated titles in 2025. Among these high-profile projects are EA`s much-anticipated Black Panther, which...
July 11, 2025 - 00:31
Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers Set to Discontinue by January 2026In a significant shift for gamers, Nintendo has announced that its popular Switch Game Vouchers program will be coming to an end in January 2026. This initiative allowed players to purchase two...