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Mood-Sensing D20 Nudges Your Dice Rolls
technology1 day ago

Mood-Sensing D20 Nudges Your Dice Rolls

A twenty-sided die built around a capacitive-touch PCB and LEDs not only shows rolls on demand but also tracks lucky and unlucky streaks. When luck is streaky, the die may glitch or silently discard future inputs to bias results toward high (16-20) or low (1-6) ranges, effectively mirroring and subtly shifting outcomes based on mood. Each unit is seeded differently, giving unique behavior, and the creator plans a public GitHub release with the design files for makers.

EA Realigns Battlefield Studios After BF6’s Record 2025 Sales
news2 months ago

EA Realigns Battlefield Studios After BF6’s Record 2025 Sales

EA is reportedly laying off an undisclosed number of staff across Battlefield Studios (DICE, Criterion, Ripple Effect, Motive) as part of a realignment to better focus Battlefield 6's ongoing live-service updates, even though BF6 was the 2025 best-selling premium game. The four studios will remain open while EA continues to invest in the franchise amid broader industry changes and a potential Saudi-backed acquisition.

The Division’s Creative Lead Departs Massive for EA’s DICE
gaming4 months ago

The Division’s Creative Lead Departs Massive for EA’s DICE

Julian Gerighty, longtime Creative Director and public face of The Division at Massive Entertainment, is leaving to join EA’s DICE in an unspecified role, as Massive and Ubisoft Stockholm undergo layoffs amid a broader restructuring. The Division’s leadership remains with Yannick Banchereau and Mathias Karlson guiding The Division 2/3, while Ubisoft continues its Creative Houses plan, including the Vantage Studios initiative.

Battlefield 6 to Introduce Major Gameplay Changes Based on Fan Feedback
gaming9 months ago

Battlefield 6 to Introduce Major Gameplay Changes Based on Fan Feedback

Following the second and final Open Beta for Battlefield 6, DICE announced several gameplay changes based on player feedback, including nerfs to movement speed and adjustments to weapon recoil, aiming to balance speed and skillful movement while maintaining Battlefield's grounded FPS identity. They also plan to test larger maps and team sizes in upcoming Battlefield Labs events before the game's full release on October 10.

Battlefield 6 Beta Faces Player Backlash Over Small Maps and Mode Changes
gaming9 months ago

Battlefield 6 Beta Faces Player Backlash Over Small Maps and Mode Changes

DICE has made immediate adjustments to the Rush mode in Battlefield 6 beta, including reducing MCOM and defender timers to improve balance, in response to player feedback. Technical issues like DLSS and DLAA are also being addressed, with more updates expected before the game's October launch. The beta continues to generate positive sentiment despite ongoing concerns about game balance and technical problems.

Fever acquires DICE and secures $100M to transform live music experiences
business11 months ago

Fever acquires DICE and secures $100M to transform live music experiences

Fever has acquired ticketing company Dice, continuing its expansion in live-events technology. Dice will operate as a standalone app, offering access to Fever’s extensive audience across over 40 countries. The deal aims to accelerate growth, enhance ticket sales, and strengthen Fever’s position in the global live entertainment industry. Dice, with over 10 million monthly users and significant revenue growth, has a history of funding and strategic moves, including recent layoffs and industry advocacy. Fever, backed by substantial funding and high valuation, is expanding its influence in live events and sports.

Leaked Video Reveals Battlefield 6 Destruction Features
gaming11 months ago

Leaked Video Reveals Battlefield 6 Destruction Features

A leaked six-minute video showcases the impressive destruction features of Battlefield 6, highlighting a return to the franchise's signature destruction elements, with development led by DICE and collaborators like Motive Studios, which is also working on the campaign mode inspired by themes of ordinary people in extraordinary situations. The game is set to be officially unveiled by Electronic Arts this summer.

Battlefield 6 Undergoes Major Playtests with Revived Features for a Successful Launch
gaming1 year ago

Battlefield 6 Undergoes Major Playtests with Revived Features for a Successful Launch

EA and DICE are conducting extensive playtests for the next Battlefield game to avoid past launch failures like Battlefield V and 2042. With four studios involved and a focus on player feedback, the franchise aims to return to its roots with 64-player battles and all-out destruction. The game is set to release in a year, and efforts are being made to ensure a successful launch.

Battlefield 2042: Season 5 Q&A, Season 6 Confirmed, and New Map Release.
gaming3 years ago

Battlefield 2042: Season 5 Q&A, Season 6 Confirmed, and New Map Release.

DICE developers answered questions about Battlefield 2042 Season 5 in a Q&A session, revealing plans to rework specialists, buff main battle tanks, and add attachments to sidearm vault weapons. They also expressed a desire to create urban maps and confirmed that movement tweaks were implemented in shared footage. However, Breakthrough will not be available for custom editing in Portal.