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Epic develops extraction shooter using Disney characters, report says

Epic Games is developing an extraction shooter using Disney intellectual property, and it could be unveiled as early as November, a report said. Engadget said it is seen internally as the most promising of three Disney-related projects at Epic. The game is described as similar to Arc Raiders, with players gathering resources and escaping, but featuring Disney characters fighting enemies. It is unclear whether it will be standalone or a Fortnite mode.

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Korean game makers seek breakthrough on consoles as mobile growth slows

South Korean game companies are increasingly turning to consoles as growth in mobile games slows. A Korea Creative Content Agency report showed console game exports rose 15.1 percent in 2024 to $213.76 million, the fastest growth among platforms, while PC game exports fell. Recent sales successes, including Pearl Abyss’ Crimson Desert, have reinforced the shift. Companies are expanding multi-platform lineups, though revenue structures and long development cycles pose challenges.

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Nexon says no layoffs, 2027 target adjustment is a timeline issue

Nexon on Monday rejected the possibility of workforce cuts during a capital markets briefing in Tokyo and detailed its stance on 2027 targets and cost structure improvements. Chairman Patrick Soderlund said there are no plans for layoffs. CFO Shiro Uemura said the company aims to redeploy staff through pipeline adjustments rather than restructuring. CEO Jung-heon Lee said it wants to maintain project-based incentive pay while applying sharper standards to overall labor costs.