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gaming1 month ago•36 min saved

Xbox reportedly paid more than Stalker 2’s development cost to secure timed exclusivity

GSC Game World founder Sergiy Grygorovych says Xbox paid more than the development cost for Stalker 2 to secure a timed Xbox exclusive; Microsoft’s cash allegedly covered the deal, which the studio says paid for itself before release. Stalker 2 launched November 2024 on Xbox Series X|S and PC, selling over 3 million copies in five months and reaching more than 6 million players, with the title arriving on PS5 after the one-year Xbox window ended in November 2025. Readers are invited to share their thoughts.

via Insider Gaming|

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technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Bond-Themed Studio Spends $200M on 007 First Light, Break-Even Hinges on More Sales

IO Interactive spent over 1.3 billion kroner ($200 million) over more than seven years to develop 007 First Light. The game launched with strong demand, selling over 1.5 million copies in the first 24 hours, but break-even remains distant due to platform taxes and ongoing projects, with estimates suggesting roughly 2 million more sales are needed to recoup costs.

via Wccftech|

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business3 months ago•4 min saved

GTA 6 Budget Revealed as 'Expensive' by Take-Two CEO, Analysts Hint at Up to $1.5B

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick said GTA 6’s production was expensive, with industry analysts suggesting a budget up to $1.5 billion; executives and analysts also expect a consumer price above the standard $70, with some speculating $80–$100+ at launch. GTA 6 is set to release on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S as Take-Two pursues blockbuster budgets amid rising development costs and uncertain AI-driven savings.

via GameSpot|

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gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Skull and Bones: The Intriguing Journey and Missed Milestones"

Ubisoft's multiplayer sailing game "Skull and Bones" has received mixed-poor critical reviews and has only garnered around 850,000 players in its first week, including those on a free trial. With a decade-long development cost of around $200 million, the game's full price of $70 and focus on live-service elements have been criticized, leading to concerns about the company's ability to recoup its investment.

via Dark Horizons|

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gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

GTA 6: Expensive, Imminent Announcement, and Major Storyline Hints.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is rumored to be the most expensive video game ever made, with development costs alone reportedly exceeding $250 million. When factoring in marketing and other expenses, the total budget could easily surpass $1 billion. Despite the risks of such a large investment, the highly anticipated game is expected to generate enough revenue to recover the costs. Rockstar Games is known for its attention to detail, which can contribute to a longer development time and higher equipment and salary costs.

via Sportskeeda|

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