Culture

For the love of the loot: Blockchain, the metaverse and gaming’s blind spot

Source Node: https://techcrunch.com/2021/09/16/for-the-love-of-the-loot-blockchain-the-metaverse-and-gamings-blind-spot/
Time Stamp: September 16, 2021 12:51 PM - Modified On: September 16, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Jonathan Stringfield Contributor Jonathan Stringfield, PhD, is VP and Global Head of Business Marketing, Measurement and Insights at Activision Blizzard Media and Esports. The speed at which gaming has proliferated is matched only by the pace of new buzzwords inundating the ecosystem. Marketers and decision makers, already suffering from FOMO about opportunities within gaming, have latched onto buzzy trends like the applications of blockchain in gaming and the “metaverse” in an effort to get ahead of the trend rather than constantly play catch-up. The allure is obvious, as the relationship

Activision Blizzard Hit with Federal Labor Board Complaint

Source Node: https://www.dbltap.com/posts/activision-blizzard-hit-with-federal-labor-board-complaint-01ffn6b299yc?utm_source=RSS
Time Stamp: September 15, 2021 1:21 PM - Modified On: September 15, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Top GamesThe Communications Workers of America has filed a labor complaint against Activision Blizzard . / Photo courtesy of Activision BlizzardA union has filed a federal labor board complaint against Activision Blizzard, accusing the company of violating federal labor law through coercive rules, actions, and statements.The complaint, lodged with the US National Labor Relations Board on Sept. 10 by the Communications Workers of America, alleges that Activision Blizzard "threatened employees that they cannot talk about or communicate about wages, hours and working conditions," per Bloomberg. It also says Activision told

God of War: Ragnarok Narrative Director Responds to Backlash Over Character Design

Source Node: https://www.dbltap.com/posts/god-of-war-ragnarok-narrative-director-responds-to-backlash-over-character-design-01ffjrg24evz?utm_source=RSS
Time Stamp: September 14, 2021 3:04 PM - Modified On: September 14, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Top GamesMatt Sophos, the narrative director for the upcoming God of War game, Ragnarok, has responded to backlash over the released design of Angrboda. / SIE Santa Monica StudioMatt Sophos, the narrative director for the upcoming God of War game, Ragnarok, has responded to backlash over the released design of Angrboda.Players expressed ire over the fact that Angrboda, the jotunn wife of Loki and mother of Fenrir, Jormungandr, and Hel will be depicted as "a young black woman" in-game. They cited a variety of reasons—most of which, unsurprisingly, were hackneyed

Tripwire Interactive CEO ‘Stepped Down’ Following Anti-Choice Remarks on Twitter

Source Node: https://www.dbltap.com/posts/tripwire-interactive-ceo-stepped-down-following-anti-choice-remarks-on-twitter-01ff3fmkrfv5?utm_source=RSS
Time Stamp: September 8, 2021 4:53 PM - Modified On: September 8, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Tripwire Interactive has parted ways with John Gibson following an anti-choice tweet praising Supreme Court inaction over the Texas abortion bill. / Tripwire InteractiveTripwire Interactive has parted ways with John Gibson, now-former CEO, following an anti-choice tweet praising the Supreme Court's inaction over the Texas abortion bill.The decision came barely a day after Gibson's public tweet in support of the United States Supreme Court's inaction to adhere to emergency intervention requests to stop a six-week abortion ban law in the southern state of Texas. The law has been controversial from

What are artisan keycaps?

Source Node: https://dotesports.com/hardware/news/what-are-artisan-keycaps
Time Stamp: September 8, 2021 1:49 PM - Modified On: September 8, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Commonly found in online stores and marketplaces, artisan keycaps are a fun way to make a keyboard unique and express your personal style.  Ranging from 3D-printed, solid-color caps to painstakingly hand-sculpted and hand-painted resin caps, artisan keycaps come in a vast variety of shapes, styles, colors, and textures. Themes like pop culture, video game culture, plant terrariums, food, anatomy, kitty cats, and more make artisan keycaps desirable for gamers looking to make their gaming setup individualized and special.  Related: Best artisan keycaps How artisan keycaps are made While crafting keycaps

Ubisoft Replaces Ousted Chief Creative Officer

Source Node: https://www.dbltap.com/posts/ubisoft-replaces-ousted-chief-creative-officer-01ff2wf2krdc?utm_source=RSS
Time Stamp: September 8, 2021 12:27 PM - Modified On: September 8, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Top GamesIgor Manceau is Ubisoft's new chief creative officer. / Photo courtesy of UbisoftLongtime Ubisoft leader Igor Manceau has been promoted to the role of chief creative officer, filling a vacancy at the top of the company that's remained empty since the July 2020 departure of Serge Hascoët.Manceau previously served as creative director of the extreme sports titles Steep and Riders Republic, both made at Ubisoft Annecy. The role of chief creative officer, largely unique to Ubisoft, will see Manceau "defining and nurturing Ubisoft's overall creative vision and guiding the

Naruto skin reportedly confirmed for Fortnite Chapter 2, Season 8 battle pass

Source Node: https://dotesports.com/fortnite/news/naruto-skin-reportedly-confirmed-for-fortnite-chapter-2-season-8-battle-pass
Time Stamp: September 7, 2021 3:29 AM - Modified On: September 7, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

For the past month, rumors have been circulating that Fortnite would be getting one of the most iconic anime characters in its next season–and reports of Naruto coming to the island have seemingly been confirmed. Fortnite streamer CandywingX, who previously spoke to Donald Mustard, chief creative officer for Epic Games and Fortnite, confirmed that the imminent skin will be Naruto during his stream. This seems to confirm earlier leaks of the addition, which included the information that the skin was originally set to release back in Chapter Two, Season Five.

Crusader Kings Developer Paradox Interactive Accused of ‘Mistreatment’ in Swedish Studio

Source Node: https://www.dbltap.com/posts/crusader-kings-developer-paradox-interactive-accused-of-mistreatment-in-swedish-studio-01feycyjjf7w?utm_source=RSS
Time Stamp: September 6, 2021 5:27 PM - Modified On: September 6, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Top GamesAccording to a union survey of the developer's studio team in Sweden, the environment has fostered bullying and gender-based discrimination. / Paradox InteractiveAccording to a union survey of the developer's studio team in Sweden, the environment has fostered bullying and gender-based discrimination. The survey was designed and distributed by unions Unionen and Sveriges Ingenjörer. Breakit, a Swedish digital publication, broke the news on the data earlier today, Monday, Sept. 6, stating that the culture is the "worst for women." The survey was completed by 133 employees out of a

How to watch Minecraft Live 2021

Source Node: https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/how-to-watch-minecraft-live-2021
Time Stamp: September 3, 2021 9:31 PM - Modified On: September 3, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

Minecraft Live is back and it’s looking to outclass last year’s event. Though Mojang hasn’t released any specific details regarding the event, the hype levels already started increasing with the trailer. Not only will fans get to know what Mojang has stored for Minecraft’s feature, but they’ll also have a say in deciding some game-changing elements that should be disclosed closer to the event, which will go live on Oct. 16. There will be interviews with the developers, and some of the most famous Minecraft content creators will also make

Sources: Los Angeles Guerrillas rebuilding around SlasheR, potentially targeting Huke, Gunless, and Asim

Source Node: https://dotesports.com/call-of-duty/news/sources-lag-rebuilding-around-slasher-potentially-targeting-huke-gunless-asim
Time Stamp: September 3, 2021 4:17 PM - Modified On: September 3, 2021 - Published By:
Source Cluster:
Republished By Plato

The Los Angeles Guerrillas are looking to rebuild around L.A. native SlasheR, sources tell Dot Esports. The Call of Duty League team could potentially bring Gunless, Huke, and Asim along for the ride too, according to sources. After winning only eight matches last season and finishing tied for last in the CDL Points standings, the Guerrillas had no other option but to clear out its entire roster from top to bottom and go into rebuild mode. SiLLY, Apathy, Assault, MentaL, and Cheen were all released at the end of the