Update: The liquidation procedure is not about the physical Saber St. Petersburg studio shutting down, but rather the old Saber Interactive SGS LLC legal entity is being closed. The closure is being handled by Saber’s former parent company, Embracer Group, and will likely not affect Russian employees of Saber Interactive – they may have been transferred to other legal entities by now.

Layoffs have become such a common issue in the gaming industry that even releasing stellar hits and amassing vast amounts of profit do not guarantee survival for studios.

Saber Interactive’s Russian branch, Saber St. Petersburg, is now in the process of being liquidated. In other words, the old legal entity is in the middle of shutting down, and all its developers will likely be laid off or transferred to other Saber branches in the process.

Why it matters: This move reflects Embracer Group’s 2024 announcement to exit Russia entirely. 

As confirmed by the legal disclosures filed on the Russian Fedresurs portal, Saber Interactive’s former parent company, Embracer Group, has initiated liquidation procedures for its Russian branch. 

It’s unclear why the old legal entity, Saber Interactive SGS LLC, is closing for now. The studio has developed or collaborated on several other well-received titles over the years, including World War Z, World War Z: Aftermath, Snowrunner, and Mudrunner, among others.

The broader American company, Saber Interactive, is entirely free of any danger and will remain functional through this liquidation. Amid this dilemma, the studio also revealed its new project, Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival.

Currently, Saber Interactive has not issued any official statements regarding the liquidation of its Russian subsidiary, leaving the fate of all affected developers unclear.

Do you think the Saber St. Petersburg studio being liquidated means that its team has also been laid off, or was it absorbed into other Saber Interactive studios? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.

Layoffs have become increasingly common in the gaming industry, which is a concerning factor. Microsoft has recently laid off 9,000 employees, sparking a massive controversy. Many games were affected, and some were even cancelled. 

Following that, other developers, such as Spider Games, have also announced layoffs. Now, another one has joined the trend. The developer behind Little Nightmares has announced that it will be laying off over 10% of its employees. 

Why it matters: Employees randomly losing their jobs is unfair, but this has become a norm in the market, and little can be done to change it. 

Supermassive Games, the developer behind Little Nightmares, has just announced on Twitter that it will be laying off 36 employees. 

The games industry remains a challenging and ever-evolving environment. As we adapt our team structure to better align with these changes, we’ve had to make the very difficult decision to begin a redundancy consultation process where we anticipate losing up to 36 of our colleagues.

While this is a pretty unfortunate and difficult decision, the studio will offer its full support to those who will be affected. This will help them get back on their feet, which is a good initiative. 

Despite the developer laying off over 10% of its employees, it doesn’t seem like any of the project is affected negatively. However, it should be noted that the survival horror title, Directive 8020, which was set to release on October 2, 2025, has been moved to the first half of 2026. 

As the response to the game has been generally positive from fans, the developer wants to provide them with the best experience. It should also be noted that there is no impact on the development of Little Nightmares 3.

What are your thoughts on another developer joining the layoffs trend? Were you excited about the launch of Directive 8020? Are you disappointed with the delay? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below or join the official Tech4Gamers forums for discussion.

[Press Release] Elgato has revealed the Game Capture 4K S, a compact external capture card built for today’s streamers and content creators. As a follow-up to the popular HD60 X, it offers big upgrades, including true 4K 60FPS recording, ultra-low latency, and broad device compatibility.

With zero-latency passthrough and a 30ms preview delay, 4K S ensures smooth, real-time gameplay capture. Even fast-paced titles like Call of Duty or Apex Legends run seamlessly on your main display while being recorded or streamed without delay.

Designed for current and future hardware, 4K S supports all major platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2. It also works directly with iPads using USB-C, letting creators capture gameplay without extra setup or drivers.

From cinematic 4K60 visuals to high-frame-rate formats like 1440p120 and 1080p240, 4K S balances fidelity and performance. HDR10 passthrough up to 4K60 and VRR support ensure smooth visuals, while HDR10 recording is available at 1080p60 on Windows.

Despite its slim design, 4K S includes analog audio input for native team chat, and a USB-C connection for plug-and-play use on Windows, macOS, and iPadOS. It’s UVC compliant, working flawlessly with OBS Studio, Streamlabs, Zoom, and TikTok Live Studio.

Alongside the hardware, Elgato introduces Elgato Studio, a modern replacement for 4KCU. The app offers low-latency previews, efficient performance, and features such as snapshot capture. Users can also tweak settings and test beta features directly in the software.

The Elgato Game Capture 4K S is now available for $159.99 on the official Elgato webstore.

Hellraiser was one of the most disturbing and horrific movies of the late 1980s. Directed by Clive Barker, it captured the feelings of helplessness and being chased by demonic entities flawlessly, and that is now being translated into a game. 

Saber Interactive has announced its new title, Hellraiser: Revival, a single-player, first-person title, with Doug Bradley returning for the role of Pinhead after almost 20 years.

Why it matters: The horror genre is on a roll with Resident Evil 9 and Silent Hill f already announced. With Hellraiser, fans are looking at a popular franchise returning in the form of a game after 2022’s flopped reboot.

The trailer is every bit as scary and tense as you would expect. It’s a mix of cinematics and gameplay, so we get a good idea of what the actual game will look like. The title follows the story of Aidan, who has to save his girlfriend from a hellish abyss. 

You must unlock the powers of the Genesis Configuration and harness the box’s abilities to survive your pact with Pinhead. The gameplay looks brutal, and we also see some familiar faces, including Cenobites and Pinhead’s worshippers.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t have a release window as of yet, but it can be wishlisted now. Hellraiser: Revival will be available on all major platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. 

What are your thoughts on the Hellraiser: Revival by Saber? Let us know your opinions in the comments or join the discussion at the official Tech4Gamers Forum.

The Stop Killing Games campaign recently gained popularity as some titles were shut down by prominent publishers. One of those titles is The Crew, which was taken offline by Ubisoft which causing a massive controversy. 

The gaming giant has even faced a lawsuit, which is still ongoing. Therefore, EU citizens started a campaign to urge publishers to stop shutting down games. However, most major publishers refused to acknowledge the request, stating that they want to reserve the right to shut down any game at any time. 

The petition has now reached 1.4 million signatures, but due to its popularity, the campaign is being falsely accused, which could lead to its shutdown.

Why it matters: The Stop Killing Games initiative is a significant movement that can compel major publishers to refrain from shutting down any game they wish. 

Accursed Farms, a YouTuber and one of the key figures of the entire operation, recently revealed that the campaign is being falsely accused by the industry. One of the false claims is that it violates two EU regulations. 

Accursed Farms is accused of not disclosing the funding sources for professional contributions toward, but the YouTuber has denied both of these claims. The YouTuber has been working on the campaign so extensively that he cannot be considered a volunteer; instead, his contribution has fallen into the realm of professional work. 

Accursed Farms has been working on the campaign for around 15-20 weeks, so his services would cost around €50-75 per hour. The accusation claims that he gained around €63,000-147,000 in professional contributions, so not reporting that is a violation of the EU’s rules.

However, the YouTuber has rejected these accusations, claiming that he has not been paid for any of the work he has done. Accursed Farms is not even the leader of the campaign, as it is ineligible to be so due to its company being based in the US.

Someone was trying to kill the initiative. Filing paperwork to the European Union, accusing the initiative and me of violating the rules, maybe even committing a crime. I’m not sure. That’s no small thing. This is the industry playing dirty now.

The person who filed the complaint remains anonymous, and we will never know their identity. However, it is clear that a certain group doesn’t want the Stop Killing Games initiative to succeed. 

What are your thoughts on this matter? Share them with us in the comments below or join the official Tech4Gamers forums for discussion. 

Gamers eagerly await Xbox’s revival of Fable, as it has the potential to become one of the biggest first-party IPs. Previously slated for a 2025 release, the game was pushed back to 2026 due to unexciting gameplay and technical issues, according to inside reports.

Now, another report suggests that we may not be able to get our hands on the RPG even in 2026. Insider expects Fable to be delayed into 2027.

Why it matters: Fable was announced back in 2020, and with a 2027 release, will have a development lifecycle of almost a decade. That’s an awfully long wait for a video game release, no matter how big.

In the latest XboxEra podcast, Speshal Nick discussed Fable’s release, stating that his inside reports indicate the game might be pushed back to 2027. The delay would not be due to any development problems, but rather simply to a longer development cycle than expected.

Being developed by Playground Games, this is the developer’s first venture into the RPG genre, so a longer development cycle makes sense. 

With Xbox now becoming a publisher and releasing first-party games on other platforms, Fable is also expected to arrive on the PS5, possibly even on Day One. The delay could also be due to the multiplatform release that Xbox has planned.

Moreover, 2026 is already shaping up to be a busy year for Xbox and gaming in general. The first-party slate involves Gears of War E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, Call of Duty, and other rumored titles.

As such, Fable’s delay won’t even make a considerable difference in Xbox’s lineup next year. If anything, these delays will ensure that the game releases in an even more polished state, as things look optimistic for the RPG.

What are your thoughts on a potential delay for Fable? Will you be able to wait till 2027? Share your thoughts on this matter with us either in the comments or head towards the official Tech4Gamers Forums.

A brand new Metro game has been in the rumor mill for well over a year now. Although 4A Games released Metro Awakening VR earlier last year, fans still yearn for another fully-fledged AAA release based on the IP.

After skipping multiple events and remaining silent, it seems 4A Games is finally ready to share more on the future of Metro. Recent social media activity from the studio suggests that a new reveal is being prepared for a big game.

Why it matters: Metro Exodus went on to sell over 10 million copies and became one of the series’ best-received entries to date. Needless to say, excitement remains high for the future of the IP.

Back in February, the official 4A Games Twitter account confirmed that work on the next major release was progressing swiftly, and the same account has now become more active than ever.

In fact, the month of July has seen a significant increase in activity on the account, suggesting that the team is teasing Metro’s future. A specific tweet referring to ‘New Metro’ has added further fuel to the fire, and a member of the social media team has even relocated to Malta for better collaborations with the studio.

All of this activity ahead of Gamescom could mean a new reveal is on the horizon. Because Gamescom’s Opening Night Live is scheduled for August 19, an official announcement could be in place for this date.

It is also worth noting that reliable sources previously reported that 4A Games’ next project was in a very playable state last year. Therefore, all the stars seem to be aligning for a major reveal.

What do you think about the teasers? Do you expect to see a Metro-related announcement at Gamescom? Let’s discuss in the comments and on the Tech4Gamers Forums.

Layoffs are becoming a daily practice in the gaming industry, while corporations cut down on running costs and executives become richer every day. Xbox was hit hard recently as studios were shut down, but that’s just the beginning of what’s to come next.

Following suit with the rest of the industry, Spider Games, the developers behind Greedfall, have also decided to lay off employees.

Why it matters: Layoffs have a significant impact on the gaming industry, as many talented individuals are rendered jobless and ambitious projects are put on hold. If this continues, the gaming landscape will never be the same as before.

As stated by the studio’s lead animator, Erwan Perrin, Spider Games will implement a layoff plan, primarily affecting the animation and rig teams. The number of employees affected by this decision is unknown.

Currently, the studio is working on Greedfall 2, which is available in early access for now. A full release was slated for 2025, with a possible arrival in September at the earliest.

Aside from Greedfall 2, they’re working on an unannounced project. The studio utilizes its in-house Silk engine, which has shown great potential for a relatively small studio.

It’s unknown how these layoffs will impact Spider Games’ upcoming slate, but we’ll find out soon after an official word from the developers. Still, expect production on future projects to take a significant hit after this.

What are your thoughts on this story? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section or at the official Tech4Gamers Forums.