Global Game News: 2026-07-20의 주요 소식
UK game industry employment dropped 22% in three years, Q2 2026 funding topped $250M, and Krafton prepares five new IPs for Gamescom 2026. While layoffs continue, investments and new game releases remain active.
Global Game News: 2026-07-20
Major Industry News
UK Gaming Industry Facing Serious Restructuring Crisis
According to a study by the trade body UKIE, 22% of professionals in the UK games industry have lost their jobs over the past three years due to restructuring, studio closures, and contract terminations.
Global Game Funding Exceeds $250 Million in Q2 2026
Funding in the games industry surpassed $250 million in Q2 2026, with 96 private rounds and 51 M&A deals completed. Additionally, over $200 million in new game-focused funds have been established.
Video Game Developers Protest Globally
Developers in various cities, including Barcelona, Edinburgh, and Maryland, have launched public protests, rallying against large-scale layoffs at major studios like Ubisoft and ZeniMax.
Krafton Unveils Gamescom 2026 Booth Programs
Krafton is setting up a space at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, to showcase five new game IPs. They plan to host various on-site events, including interactive missions, stage battles, and game-specific merchandise.
Sports Interactive Ends Football Manager 26 Updates
Sports Interactive has announced that it is halting all updates for Football Manager 26 to focus entirely on the development of FM27.
New Releases and Updates
Konami Officially Launches 'Professional Baseball Spirits 2026' on PS5 and Steam
Konami’s baseball title 'Professional Baseball Spirits 2026' has been released on PlayStation 5 and Steam. It is the first in the series to support Korean, and it features the return of the '2026 World Baseball Classic' mode after 17 years, along with the latest player data.
Bandai Namco to Attend FUN EXPO 2026
Bandai Namco Entertainment Korea will participate in 'FUN EXPO 2026,' held at the COEX Magok Convention Center from July 30th to August 2nd.
Gamer Hot Topics
Global Spread of Labor Crisis Among Game Developers
Game developers worldwide are protesting against restructuring and low wages, with large-scale demonstrations continuing across major studio locations.
Core Trend of 2026: Expansion of Indie Game Platforms
With platforms like Steam making it easier for indie developers to distribute their games, independent studios are emerging as a major force in the gaming industry.
Rise of Community-Driven Development and Public Builds
'Building in Public' has become a key development trend in 2026. As developers iterate quickly based on player feedback, players are increasingly taking on the role of co-creators in the game development process.
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