Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney criticized Valve for raising Steam Deck prices by hundreds of dollars, citing economic disruptions, while drawing attention to Gabe Newell's $500 million luxury yacht, the Leviathan. The move sparked criticism towards both companies, highlighting the juxtaposition of price increases with luxury spending and Epic's recent layoffs. The controversy underscores the challenges faced by gaming hardware manufacturers amidst component shortages.
Take-Two Interactive's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, expresses deep disappointment over the prolonged delay in developing a new BioShock game, citing challenges in finding the right creative concept. The project, under Cloud Chamber, has faced setbacks, including over 80 layoffs and a restart under Rod Fergusson's leadership. Despite these hurdles, Zelnick feels more optimistic about the game's current state.
Chet Faliszek torches Tim Sweeney after Epic’s 1,000 layoffs, saying “Gabe’s better at that than you” and warning morale will crater at Fortnite’s studio.
