After nearly a year of striking, SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative agreement with major video game companies, signaling a pivotal moment for voice actors in the gaming industry. This agreement, which includes industry giants like Activision, Disney, and EA, aims to establish crucial protections for performers in the age of artificial intelligence. The union’s decision to suspend the strike highlights the importance of negotiating terms that safeguard the livelihoods of voice actors against the encroaching influence of AI technology.

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has officially named its highly anticipated game, previously known as Project Century, as Stranger Than Heaven. Set in the intriguing backdrop of Japan in 1915, this new title has gamers buzzing with excitement, although details remain scarce. The studio, renowned for its Like a Dragon and Yakuza series, has left fans speculating whether this will be a fresh entry in the beloved franchise or an entirely new venture.

In a significant turn of events, People Can Fly has announced the cancellation of two unannounced games, Project Gemini and Project Bifrost, due to ongoing disagreements with their publisher, Square Enix. This decision comes on the heels of previous layoffs at the studio, which saw over 30 developers let go earlier this year. The CEO, Sebastian Wojciechowski, expressed deep regret over the situation, highlighting the lack of communication from the publisher as a critical factor in the cancellation.