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techdirt. com > 06/22/2026 > stop-killing-games-legislation-rejected-by-eu

Stop Killing Games Legislation Rejected By EU

23+ hour, 27+ min ago  (321+ words) To that end, the movement managed to get enough signatures in the EU to get a parliamentary hearing, which was reported to have gone quite well. That's why it's a surprising to learn that the EU just ruled out issuing…...

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techdirt. com > 06/18/2026 > daily-deal-the-javascript-dom-game-developer-bundle-9

Daily Deal: The Java Script DOM Game Developer Bundle

4+ day, 13+ hour ago  (205+ words) The Java Script DOM Game Developer Bundle has 8 courses to help you master coding fundamentals. Courses cover Java Script DOM, Coding, HTML 5 Canvas, and more. You'll learn how to create your own fun, interactive games. It's on sale for $30. Note:…...

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techdirt. com > 06/16/2026 > xbox-a-mess-moving-back-to-exclusivity-deals-the-layoffs-microsoft-promised-wouldnt-happen

Xbox: A Mess, Moving Back To Exclusivity Deals, & The Layoffs Microsoft Promised Wouldn't Happen

6+ day, 9+ hour ago  (547+ words) There's something going on over in Microsoft's Xbox division and it isn't good. Don't take my word on that. Apparently the bosses over there are circulating an email to staff talking about how properly fucked everyone is if something doesn't…...

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techdirt. com > 06/05/2026 > tomb-raider-remake-developed-using-some-ai-everyone-freaks-crystal-dynamics-responds-and-im-confused

Tomb Raider" Remake Developed Using Some AI, Everyone Freaks, Crystal Dynamics Responds, And I"m Confused

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (563+ words) Full disclosure: this post is going to pose way more questions than answers. That's because the story of the Tomb Raider remake being produced by Crystal Dynamics and its inclusion of an AI disclosure on Steam makes no sense to…...

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techdirt. com > 06/04/2026 > daily-deal-luminar-neo-bundle-2

Daily Deal: Luminar Neo Bundle

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (159+ words) The Luminar Neo Bundle includes a one time purchase of the software, an introductory course on how to use it, and 6 add-ons. Luminar Neo is an easy-to-use photo editing software that empowers photography lovers to express the beauty they imagined…...

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techdirt. com > 06/02/2026 > steam-sends-boilerplate-message-to-gamemaker-for-angering-russian-anti-lgbtq-bigots

Steam Sends Boilerplate Message To Gamemaker For Angering Russian Anti-LGBTQ+ Bigots

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (447+ words) We also want to remind you that you promised Valve under the Steam Distribution Agreement that your games comply with all applicable laws. Therefore, it is your responsibility to do your due diligence regarding where your games are allowed to…...

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techdirt. com > 05/28/2026 > stop-killing-games-gets-its-first-american-legislative-effort-out-of-committee-in-california

Stop Killing Games Gets Its First American Legislative Effort Out Of Committee in California

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (570+ words) But it's largely been a European effort thus far. That's why I think it's worth noting that the movement is now starting to gain traction in America as well. In California, where the Protect Our Games Act is seeking to…...

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techdirt. com > 05/28/2026 > daily-deal-the-2026-complete-godot-stack-development-bundle-3

Daily Deal: The 2026 Complete Godot Stack Development Bundle

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (186+ words) Techdirt. Daily Deal: The 2026 Complete Godot Stack Development Bundle from the good-deals-on-cool-stuff dept Dive into Godot " a rising star in the game engine world " with the 2026 Complete Godot Stack Development Bundle. You'll learn to create platformers, RPGs, strategy games, FPS…...

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techdirt. com > 05/27/2026 > daily-deal-the-academy-of-game-art-bundle-4

Daily Deal: The Academy of Game Art Bundle

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (219+ words) The Academy of Game Art Bundle teaches you the basics of how to create video game art. You'll learn how to use Inkscape to create logos, 2 D backgrounds, pre-defined modules, UI designs, and characters. A course on using Dragon Bones…...

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techdirt. com > 05/18/2026 > game-dev-streisands-negative-reviews-after-asking-for-one-to-be-deleted

Game Dev Streisands Negative Reviews After Asking For One To Be Deleted

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (357+ words) This is not the story of a company threatening anyone. In fact, game developer Square Glade Games, maker of recent indie game Outbound, were downright pleasant when they responded to one negative review for their beleaguered game. Unfortunately, with all…...

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