Game State

Game State

Welcome to Game State, where we break down the ever-evolving world of game development. Each episode dives into the current state of the industry, what's working, what's changing, and what's next. From art pipelines to gameplay systems, creative design to technical challenges, we explore how games come together and the people making it happen. Whether you're deep in development or just love understanding how games get made, Game State keeps you in the loop.

Episodes

September 4, 2026 12 mins
We sit down with Greg Foertsch to dig into the making of Star Wars Zero Company and the strategic vision driving it. From tactical design choices to bringing the Star Wars universe to life, here's what makes this squad-based adventure tick.
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Supercell is set to close its acquisition of Merge Mansion maker Metacore before the month is out. We break down what the deal means for both studios and where mobile gaming heads next.
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September 2, 2026 7 mins
Big news in the PC gaming world as modding giant Nexus Mods snaps up the beloved database and analytics site SteamDB. We break down what the acquisition means for players, modders, and the future of Steam data tracking.
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September 1, 2026 9 mins
We dig into how the bulk of Doom: The Dark Ages' DLC came together in just three or four months. What that breakneck timeline means for id Software's next chapter, and what fans can expect from the expansion.
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Housemarque loses a founding pillar as co-founder Ilari Kuittinen steps away from the studio behind Returnal. We break down what his departure means for the PlayStation-owned developer and where it might head next.
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August 30, 2026 11 mins
We head to GDC's Side Quest for an intimate look at award-winning composer Austin Wintory's craft. Discover how he collaborates with developers to score some of gaming's most memorable soundtracks.
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We head to GDC for a deep dive into how award-winning composer Austin Wintory builds his music, and what collaboration really looks like behind the scenes. From creative partnerships to the craft of scoring games, we unpack the process that shapes some of gaming's most memorable soundtracks.
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Take-Two is going legal, hitting Microsoft and Discord with subpoenas in a fierce push to shut down a sprawling Grand Theft Auto VI leak. We break down what's leaked, why Rockstar is scrambling, and what it means for the year's most anticipated game.
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Take-Two goes on the offensive, subpoenaing Microsoft and Discord in an aggressive push to shut down a massive Grand Theft Auto VI leak. We break down what's out there, how far Rockstar's parent company is willing to go, and what it means for the year's most anticipated release.
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Rockstar's parent company is going to war over the massive Grand Theft Auto VI leak, hitting Microsoft and Discord with subpoenas to track it down. We break down what leaked, who's in the crosshairs, and what it means for one of the most anticipated games ever.
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August 20, 2026 5 mins
Makers Fund just closed a massive $250 million investment round, expanding its footprint across the gaming industry. We break down what this cash injection means for studios, developers, and the future of game funding.
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Harvey Smith and a crew of Arkane Austin veterans have struck out on their own with a brand-new studio, Black Pony Immersive. We dig into what this immersive-sim dream team could mean for the future of the genre.
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August 18, 2026 10 mins
A brewing memory crisis is throwing serious uncertainty over when the PlayStation 6 will actually arrive. We break down what's driving the shortage, how it could delay Sony's next console, and what it means for the future of gaming hardware.
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We dig into how Forbidden Solitaire pushed a classic card game back into the spotlight and reshaped what solitaire can be. From clever twists to newfound buzz, here's why everyone's suddenly talking about solitaire again.
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Netflix pulls the plug on more of its game studios as the streaming giant retreats from gaming ambitions. Twitch comes clean about its use of generative AI, and we break down the Scabby versus Sharma showdown. It's all in Patch Notes #65.
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Netflix pulls the plug on more of its game studios, and Twitch owns up to using generative AI. Plus, we dig into the Scabby versus Sharma saga in this week's Patch Notes roundup.
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Netflix is closing Oxenfree developer Night School Studio and Moonloot Games as its gaming ambitions take another hit. We break down what the shutdowns mean for the teams, the games, and Netflix's shaky footing in the industry.
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Big shakeup in the MMO world as Amazon prepares to walk away from its publishing duties on two major titles. We break down what the early 2027 handover means for Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty players, and what it signals about Amazon's gaming ambitions.
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August 11, 2026 5 mins
Crossfire developer That's No Moon is the latest studio hit by layoffs, with 14 staff reportedly let go. We break down what this means for the studio's projects and the wider trend of instability across game development.
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August 10, 2026 10 mins
The Walmart-backed video game site just laid off its entire editorial team, and we break down what it means for games journalism. We dig into the retail giant's gaming ambitions and why another newsroom is going dark.
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