nuOct 22, 2026, 14:16

Game studio BioWare, maker of Dragon Age and Mass Effect, shuts down after 31 years

BioWare, the iconic game studio behind Dragon Age and the Mass Effect trilogy, is closing its doors after 31 years of business. The company confirmed that it will immediately cease development on its upcoming Mass Effect project.

The renowned video game studio BioWare has officially announced it is shutting down after thirty-one years of operation. Known for crafting legendary titles that defined the role-playing genre, the company achieved its first major breakthrough in 1998 with the release of Baldur's Gate. Over the following decades, the Canadian developer became synonymous with iconic franchises, most notably the Dragon Age series and the critically acclaimed Mass Effect trilogy. Fans and industry observers alike are mourning the loss of the studio, which had been actively working on a new entry in the Mass Effect universe prior to this sudden closure.

In a formal farewell statement, the developers expressed deep gratitude toward their player base for embracing the complex characters and expansive worlds they created. The studio emphasized that the community's passion helped their games evolve into something greater than originally intended. With this announcement, the studio confirmed that the development of its latest, unnamed Mass Effect project has been officially cancelled, marking an abrupt end to the storied legacy of the veteran game development team.

Business Technology Culture

Read original ↗

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Websites taken offline as precaution: widely used programming language vulnerable to hacks

The NotuBiz software provider has proactively taken its websites offline following the discovery of two critical vulnerabilities in the PHP programming language. Security experts urge all affected businesses to install upcoming security patches immediately, as AI-enhanced exploitation tools allow hackers to launch attacks within hours of a vulnerability being disclosed.

Netflix growth slows due to competition from other streaming services

Netflix reported an 11.8 percent revenue increase in the third quarter, though this growth rate is lower than the previous year due to rising competition from rival streaming platforms. Despite the slower growth, the company successfully increased its quarterly profit to 3.7 billion dollars and continues to serve 325 million subscribers globally.

Wikipedia concerned about AI in search engines: fewer visitors and higher risk of disinformation

Wikipedia is reporting a significant drop in website traffic following the introduction of AI-powered search summaries, raising concerns about a potential decline in future volunteers and donations. Experts and officials also warn that these AI tools risk spreading misinformation and reducing the reach of reliable sources like official government websites.

Videoland cleared to acquire Viaplay, gaining F1 and Premier League rights; no changes for subscribers yet

Videoland parent company DPG Media has received approval to acquire Viaplay Netherlands for 142 million euros, bringing sports content like Formula 1 and Premier League football under its umbrella. There will be no immediate changes for existing subscribers as both platforms continue their current operations during the transition.

No arrests yet after theft of 'goods' from Apple Store in Haarlem

Police are investigating a burglary at the Apple Store on Grote Houtstraat in Haarlem that occurred between Sunday night and Monday morning. Authorities have not yet made any arrests or disclosed the specific items stolen, and are currently seeking witnesses and surveillance footage.