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Epic Games, Roblox, and Microsoft are seeking to compel arbitration in a California lawsuit where a mother claims their video games are addictive to minors. A judge is considering whether a valid contractual agreement exists to require arbitration, as the plaintiffs argue the terms of use were not clearly agreed to by the child or parents.

The Supreme Court will allow Apple to challenge contempt charges after being ordered to stop charging fees on external app purchases. The dispute began in 2020 when Epic Games altered Fortnite to bypass Apple’s App Store payment system, leading to a legal battle over App Store policies and antitrust claims.

A user reported being hacked four days ago, with hackers changing email addresses for gaming accounts including Blizzard, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and EA. The user regained access to most accounts but faces delays from Blizzard and Ubisoft in resolving the issue, citing unresponsive support and unreasonable verification requests.

Epic Games is integrating generative AI into future versions of Unreal Engine, highlighting a major focus on AI-driven capabilities. The company emphasizes generative AI as a core component of its upcoming engine updates.

Epic Games has unveiled a first look at Unreal Engine 6 through a Rocket League makeover. The new game engine's release date has not yet been announced.

Apple is appealing to the Supreme Court to limit the scope of an App Store injunction previously won by Epic Games, arguing the ruling shouldn't apply broadly to all developers. The company also seeks to overturn a contempt ruling related to external payment fees in the App Store.

Epic Games may be celebrating Overwatch's 10th anniversary with a crossover event in Fortnite, featuring several Overwatch heroes. This move could be seen as Epic doing more to commemorate the anniversary than Blizzard. The event will bring Overwatch characters to the popular battle royale game Fortnite.

Apple has asked the Supreme Court to block a lower court ruling that held the company in contempt for charging a fee on purchases made through third-party payment systems in its case with Epic Games. Apple is seeking an emergency stay while it files an appeal. The case is part of the long-running legal battle between Apple and Epic Games.

Apple lost its bid to pause court-ordered changes to the App Store's payment system, which requires allowing external purchase links. The case, involving Epic Games, is now set to proceed to the Supreme Court.

Epic Games is introducing a 'conversations' tool for Fortnite creators to build AI-powered characters capable of unscripted dialogue. This follows last year's AI-powered Darth Vader character using James Earl Jones' voice. The tool allows developers to define character traits via prompts and select matching voices for interactions.

Roblox is reverting to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' after a 2021 change, citing clarity for users and developers. The decision follows the Epic Games v. Apple trial, which centered on defining what constitutes a game. Roblox spokesperson Juliet Chaitin-Lefcourt emphasized the term 'games' better reflects the platform's identity.

Epic Games is reportedly developing an extraction shooter game for Disney. The project is currently in the planning or early development phase.

Apple has decided to appeal to the Supreme Court again in its legal dispute with Epic Games. The case centers on antitrust issues and contractual obligations between the tech giant and the game developer.