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gaming5 days ago•28 min saved

Quantic Dream Cancels Spellcasters Chronicles, Highlighting Live-Service Market Turbulence

Quantic Dream has canceled development of Spellcasters Chronicles, its free-to-play 3v3 online gambit, citing a challenging market environment; servers will remain online until June 19, after which they’ll be shut down and refunds will be available on request. The studio also notes an internal reorganization (layoffs) and says Star Wars Eclipse will not be affected. The decision reflects broader industry concerns about the sustainability of live-service titles amid stiff competition and volatile player engagement, with the game having peaked at under 1,000 players on Steam and currently only a handful online.

via Push Square|

#cancellation #gaming #live-service

business7 days ago•7 min saved

Sony Accused of ‘Double-Dipping’ Tariff Refunds Over PS5 Price Hikes

A lawsuit claims Sony could profit from Trump-era tariffs by keeping higher PS5 prices in the US and then collecting tariff refunds, with plaintiffs arguing refunds should go to buyers who paid the higher price. Proving a direct link between the price increase and tariffs, and proving consumer harm, is contested; Nintendo faces similar suits, and the outcome remains uncertain as the case is early.

via Push Square|

#business #lawsuit #ps5

business13 days ago•80 min saved

Tariff refunds begin flowing to importers, with a truck maker and toy company among first recipients

Tariff refunds have begun to be issued to eligible importers, with a heavy-truck manufacturer and a toy company among the first recipients as payments start flowing out.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #importers #payments

business14 days ago•2 min saved

First Tariff Refund Wave Hits Banks After Supreme Court Ruling

After the Supreme Court struck down parts of Trump-era tariffs, the first tariff refunds began arriving, with Oshkosh and Basic Fun confirming payments. The refunds cover entries finalized in the past 80 days, and CBP projects about $35.46 billion for 8.3 million shipments, though the process could take months. Trump criticized the refunds, saying he will fight paying them back; logistics firms like UPS, FedEx and DHL will file refunds on behalf of customers to support cash flow and reinvestment.

via CNBC|

#business #cbp #logistics

travel15 days ago•5 min saved

Disney Adventure halts debut voyage hours after boarding, stranding guests in Singapore

Disney Cruise Line canceled the debut sailing of its new Disney Adventure from Singapore just hours after boarding due to an unresolved mechanical issue, leaving families stranded. The company offered a full refund, up to $500 per stateroom for incidental costs, a 50% discount on a future sailing (terms vary), and a complimentary hotel stay in Singapore while travel needs are arranged.

via New York Post|

#cancellation #cruise #disney

business17 days ago•4 min saved

Court narrows Trump tariffs for some, but most duties still apply

A U.S. Court of International Trade ruled the Trump administration’s 10% Section 122 tariff unlawful for a narrow group of plaintiffs but did not repeal the tariffs for most imports; this comes after a Supreme Court decision invalidated IEEPA tariffs and could unlock about $175 billion in refunds for importers, though duties remain in place for now with an average rate around 7.2%. The administration is expected to appeal, and policymakers may lean on Section 301 for future tariffs, while importers should monitor duties and preserve records for potential refunds.

via CBS News|

#business #refunds #section-122

travel17 days ago•20 min saved

Disney Adventure Aborts Singapore Voyage After Brief Debut Night

Disney Adventure’s May 7–11, 2026 Singapore cruise was cancelled after the ship’s first night due to propulsion issues. Guests disembarked and received a 100% refund for the voyage and unused services, plus a 50% future cruise credit. Disney also arranged one complimentary hotel night, helped with flight-change reimbursements, and offered up to $500 per stateroom for incidental expenses, along with complimentary Wi‑Fi to help rebook plans. The next sailing (a May 11 three‑night voyage) has not been confirmed as affected by the cancellation.

via Cruise Hive|

#cruise-cancellation #disney-adventure #disney-cruise-line

politics18 days ago•3 min saved

Court rules Trump’s 10% tariffs unlawful, orders refunds

A U.S. Court of International Trade ruled 2-1 that the Trump administration’s global 10% tariffs under Section 122 were unlawful, ordering the government to stop collecting duties from Washington state and two plaintiffs and to refund the tariffs with interest. The decision said Section 122 requires a balance-of-payments deficit, not the deficits the administration cited, and did not issue a universal injunction against the tariffs. The White House may pursue longer-lasting tariff moves after investigations, but this ruling curtails this round of duties for the plaintiffs involved.

via CBS News|

#court-of-international-trade #politics #refunds

technology22 days ago•5 min saved

US PSN buyers may get $7.85M payoff in Sony antitrust settlement

US PlayStation Network users who bought digital games between April 1, 2019 and December 31, 2023 could receive a share of about $7.85 million after a judge partly approved a class-action settlement accusing Sony of monopolizing the PSN storefront. Eligible active PSN account holders are automatically included unless they object by July 2, 2026; a hearing on October 15, 2026 will determine final distribution and attorney fees. Eligible games include Destiny, Destiny 2, Nier: Automata, Resident Evil 4 Remake, The Last of Us, Until Dawn, among others. Those without a PSN account can still claim by contacting the lawyers. Impact outside the US remains unclear.

via Eurogamer.net|

#class-action #playstation #psn

business22 days ago•2 min saved

Spirit Airlines shutters, begins wind-down as refunds near completion

Spirit Airlines has begun an orderly wind-down after years of losses and a spike in oil prices, with refunds to customers nearly finished; the carrier, which had scheduled thousands of flights through mid-May, has no funding and failed restructuring efforts. Critics tied the collapse to the blocked Spirit–JetBlue merger, while supporters argued the broader cost pressures contributed to the decision.

via The Guardian|

#business #jetblue-merger #oil-prices

local23 days ago•5 min saved

Spirit Airlines shutters operations, stranding travelers at DTW

Spirit Airlines has ceased all operations after bankruptcy filings, leaving travelers at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with canceled flights. The airline will automatically refund purchases to the original payment method, while DTW travelers are encouraged to seek alternative options via Delta or American rescue fares; authorities urge affected travelers not to travel to the airport unless rebooked.

via ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4|

#bankruptcy #detroit-metro-airport #local

business23 days ago•8 min saved

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Operations, Upending Travel Plans and Refunds

Spirit Airlines abruptly ceased operations amid ongoing financial trouble, stranding thousands and forcing travelers to seek alternative flights while customer service collapsed. Airlines are offering capped or discounted

via CNN|

#bankruptcy #business #refunds

business23 days ago•4 min saved

Spirit Airlines shutters operations; travelers seek refunds and cheaper alternatives

Spirit Airlines has shut down, prompting rival carriers to offer reduced fares to stranded travelers (e.g., Southwest in-person deals through May 6; United online for two weeks; others advertising on Spirit routes). Refunds: Spirit will auto-refund card payments; third-party bookings should go through agents; refunds for vouchers/points depend on the bankruptcy process. If automatic refunds aren’t available, passengers can request chargebacks under the Fair Credit Billing Act and check travel-insurance coverage for insolvency. Travelers should keep receipts and communications. Airlines are expanding capacity on affected routes and offering perks (status matches, recruitment efforts); Spirit staff may receive travel benefits and expedited job opportunities.

via PBS|

#bankruptcy #business #refunds

travel23 days ago•3 min saved

Spirit collapse prompts urgent refunds, rebooking options for stranded travelers

Spirit Airlines’ shutdown leaves travelers stranded, but rivals are offering rescue fares to rebook (Southwest in-person through May 6; United online for up to two weeks, with other carriers advertising discounts on Spirit routes). Spirit will auto-refund card bookings; refunds for third-party bookings go through agencies, while vouchers or miles may await bankruptcy handling. If refunds stall, consider a chargeback under the Fair Credit Billing Act or check travel-insurance coverage for insolvency, and keep all receipts and confirmations. Airlines say they’ll increase capacity and offer perks to affected travelers (e.g., Southwest status matches; Hertz rental deals), and Spirit crew members get travel benefits with preferential interviews for former Spirit staff. Deadlines may apply, so act quickly.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#consumer-protection #refunds #rescue-fares

technology23 days ago•30 min saved

Sony PSN Refunds Granted in Preliminary Class-Action Settlement

A Northern District of California judge preliminarily approved a $7.85 million settlement in a 2023 class-action against Sony over digital PlayStation Store purchases. Eligible U.S. customers who bought specific digital games on PSN between April 1, 2019 and December 31, 2023 can seek refunds; the list of eligible titles includes WWE 2K17–19, No Man’s Sky, The Last of Us Remastered, Until Dawn, NBA 2K18–19, the Mass Effect Trilogy, Madden NFL 17, among others, with the full list linked in the settlement notice.

via Insider Gaming|

#class-action #playstation #refunds