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Former Ridgeline Games Staff Overlooked in Battlefield 6 Credits Despite Foundation Work, Says Studio Co-Founder

Marcus Lehto, co-creator of Halo, has publicly criticized the credit allocation in Battlefield 6, stating that former Ridgeline Games staff who built the game’s foundation were improperly acknowledged. The studio, which was shuttered earlier this year, had been developing the narrative campaign before EA’s restructuring. Lehto emphasized that game development is a team effort where every contributor deserves fair recognition.

Battlefield 6 Faces Credit Controversy

Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto has expressed significant disappointment regarding the credit treatment of former Ridgeline Games staff in the recently released Battlefield 6, according to reports. Despite what sources indicate were foundational contributions to the game, many developers from the shuttered studio were reportedly relegated to minor acknowledgment sections or omitted entirely from credits.

by Jessica Moore P.E.
BusinessGaming

Xbox Confirms Next-Generation Hardware Development Amid Handheld Gaming Expansion

Xbox President Sarah Bond has confirmed the company is actively developing next-generation hardware while expanding handheld gaming options. Microsoft’s partnership with AMD signals significant hardware advancements ahead, alongside software optimizations for portable gaming experiences.

Xbox’s Hardware Roadmap Confirmed

Xbox President Sarah Bond has confirmed that Microsoft is fully committed to developing new gaming hardware, according to reports from Variety. “We are 100% looking at making things in the future,” Bond stated in the interview, directly addressing speculation about Microsoft’s hardware direction following recent third-party handheld releases.

by Michael Turner
Gaming

EA Announces Final Countdown for The Sims Mobile, Servers to Go Dark in 2026

Electronic Arts has revealed the definitive end date for The Sims Mobile, marking the conclusion of the free-to-play spin-off’s nearly eight-year run. The game will receive a final content unlock before servers are permanently shut down in 2026, according to the official announcement.

The End of an Era for Mobile Sims

Electronic Arts is preparing to permanently shut down The Sims Mobile after nearly eight years of operation, according to reports from the company. The free-to-play mobile adaptation of the popular life simulation franchise will see its servers disconnected in early 2026, marking the end for thousands of virtual households and families created by players worldwide.

by Jessica Moore P.E.