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EA is focusing on enhancing Apex Legends rather than developing a sequel.

Investing in live service games shows sequels often aren't as successful as originals.

The Sims 4 celebrates a decade of development, evolving significantly with ongoing updates and a shift to free-to-play.

The success of the Dead Space remake wasn't enough for EA to greenlight further projects in the franchise.

Game developers eagerly embrace generative AI for efficiency and expansion in game development processes.

Project Rene signals a new era for The Sims franchise, blending continuity with innovation, supporting both new and existing game experiences.

The next Battlefield aims to return to its core roots, focusing on modern gameplay reminiscent of Battlefield 3 and 4.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has 'breakout potential' due to limited competition in the gaming market during its release.

Generative AI is central to EA's strategy amidst investor pressure for tangible results.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is EA's best-selling single-player game, featuring inclusive options for transgender characters.

MySims is making a comeback on Nintendo Switch with a Cozy Bundle that includes revamped versions of classic games.

Reviving the Bad Company sub-series could significantly enhance Battlefield's reputation, as fans have expressed nostalgia for its unique gameplay and storytelling.

Respawn Entertainment is developing the final chapter of the Star Wars Jedi saga, focusing on the character Cal Kestis.

The third and final chapter of Cal Kestis' story is currently in development at Respawn Entertainment.

EA offers the character creation tools for Dragon Age: The Veilguard for free, enhancing player accessibility and experiences.

The character creator allows customization that carries over to the main game, providing a pre-purchase demo opportunity.

EA opens its patents to the public, enhancing gaming accessibility for players with disabilities.

EA has open-sourced 23 accessibility patents to foster inclusivity in gaming.

Apex Legends no longer supports Steam Deck or Linux due to cheating concerns, affecting players on those platforms.

EA's premier shooter, Apex Legends, faced layoffs impacting Respawn team members.

Multiple team members confirmed layoffs, expressing support for those affected.

EA has announced the shutdown of The Simpsons Tapped Out after 12 years, with servers closing on January 24, 2025.

EA is consolidating and shutting down online servers for several games, impacting both active and potential players.

Classic EA PC games added to Steam for the first time with recent patches.

Titles include Command & Conquer, Dungeon Keeper 2, SimCity 3000 Unlimited, and The Saboteur.

The next Battlefield game will return to a modern setting, focusing on nostalgia and refining core gameplay elements.

A third Star Wars Jedi game featuring Cal Kestis is in development, likely concluding his story with significant narrative depth.

EA confirms a death-themed expansion pack for The Sims 4, arriving on October 31, alongside several other new kits and events this fall.

Players unhappy with 'packs you may like' icon in The Sims 4's latest update

New feature allows in-game purchase of expansion packs, prompting mixed reactions from players.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard may launch on October 31, leaked ahead of the official reveal. Fans are eagerly anticipating its gameplay and release details.

Dragon Age: Dreadwolf potentially releasing in 2024

Game to be fully revealed in summer 2024

A Dead Space 2 remake by EA and Motive Studios was shelved due to poor sales of the first remake.

Motive Studios has shifted focus to supporting the Battlefield franchise and working on an Iron Man game.

EA refuted Dead Space 2 remake cancellation rumor

Dead Space 2 remake never considered due to lacklustre sales of the first remake

EA to lay off 5% of staff and sunset certain games

Corporate restructuring to focus on owned IP, sports, and online communities

EA announced layoffs, studio closure, game cancellations, and shift away from certain licensed IPs.

EA aims to provide support and opportunities for impacted employees during the restructuring.

EA is laying off 5% of its workforce, impacting around 670 employees.

EA is focusing on owned IP, sports, and massive online communities and moving away from development of future licensed IP.

EA plans to lay off 5% of its workforce, close a studio, sunset mobile games, and cancel a Star Wars first-person shooter.

CEO Andrew Wilson promises to provide support and opportunities for impacted team members finding new roles or projects.

Marcus Lehto has criticized EA after leaving Ridgeline Games.

EA faced layoffs impacting the industry, including the cancellation of a rumored Mandalorian game.