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Industry News March 30, 2023

Google patents AI game testing tech, says QA teams no longer “scale with the complexity of modern games”

Google has patented a new technology that should help developers test their games using AI. The company believes this system should significantly increase the speed and quality of the QA testing process.

Market Analysis March 30, 2023

Circana: US video game spending hit $4.6 billion in February, with hardware sales up 68% thanks to PS5

Circana (formerly the NPD Group) has released a new report on the best-selling games, consoles, and accessories in the US for February 2023. PlayStation 5 drove growth in the hardware segment, with Hogwarts Legacy dominating the game sales charts.

Industry News March 30, 2023

Electronic Arts laying off nearly 800 employees: “We are operating from a position of strength”

Electronic Arts is preparing to lay off hundreds of employees as part of its announced business restructuring. The company plans to only focus on areas that contribute to its long-term growth.