A new Xbox indie games showcase is coming this month
- The next ID@Xbox event will take place on February 24 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST
Tuesday, 4 February 2025
Game News Round-Up
Daily curated games-industry news digest for 4 February 2025.
General3 stories
Need for Speed is on hold, but EA says it ‘will return in new and interesting ways’
- Need for Speed studio Criterion is currently fully focused on Battlefield
‘Let’s build Battlefield together’: EA shares pre-alpha Battlefield gameplay alongside testing details
- “Battlefield Labs is a place for us to test concepts and experiences we’re excited about with you, our players,” according to EA. “We want our community to play a key role in the future of Battlefield and this is an opportunity for many of you to do just that.”
- Players can register now for the chance to participate, with initial invites set to be distributed to a few thousand players in Europe and North America. Over time, EA plans to open testing up to other territories and tens of thousands more users.
Business1 story
Sumo Group announces layoffs at Sumo Digital
- Unclear how many people will be affected
- Spurred on by a move away from their own IP work, focusing fully on "development services for partners"