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  New Studio From Arkane Austin Devs Promises It Won’t Commit Another Redfall

  The founders of Black Pony Immersive say they aren’t going to be tempted by live service trends, averting previous mistakes made with their most infamous immersive sim

  By Zack Kotzer Published August 22, 2026
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  CultureNewsIndustry News

  Gaming Legends Behind Deus Ex And Dishonored Launch A New Immersive Sim Studio During An Industry Apocalypse

  Black Pony Immersive is defying a reluctant industry by making the games about which it is passionate

  By John Walker Published August 19, 2026
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  CultureNewsIndustry News

  Legendary Creator Behind Deus Ex And System Shock, Warren Spector, Announces His Retirement

  'It's just not as much fun for me anymore,' the producer explains of the modern games industry

  By John Walker Published August 18, 2026
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  The Bests

  The 12 Best Video Games Of 2002

  As we wrap Warp Week, we look back at the very best games of 2002

  Kotaku Staff Published August 14, 2026
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  ReviewsYear in Review

  The 10 Biggest Gaming Disappointments Of 2025

  AI slop infected more games, cool stuff was canned, people lost their jobs, and other horrible video game news from 2025

  By Zack Zwiezen Published December 24, 2025
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  OpinionCommentary

  The Best Game Of All Time Just Turned 25 Years Old

  Deus Ex remains one of the richest, most involving games you can play today

  By John Walker Published June 24, 2025
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  Tips & Guides

  Kotaku’s Weekend Guide: 5 Games To Play While Prices Are Still Normal

  This week, we’re making movies, helping friends, and humbling fake football coaches

  Austin Williams & Ethan Gach & Zack Zwiezen & Carolyn Petit Published April 11, 2025
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  CultureNews

  Redfall Fans Are Finally Starting To Get Refunds For Abandoned DLC

  Arkane Austin's final game's final act is giving players their $30 back

  By John Walker Published June 20, 2024
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  CultureNews

  Redfall’s Final Update Revamps The Game As Arkane Austin Devs Bid Farewell

  And so concludes Redfall ’s long and turbulent saga

  By Moises Taveras Published May 30, 2024
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  CultureNews

  Dishonored Developer Shares The Personal Pain Of Microsoft’s Studio Closures

  Arkane Austin's former creative director Harvey Smith gets raw

  By John Walker Published May 8, 2024