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DMCC and Wild Unlimited Launch Dubai Landmarks in Fortnite

Dubai's DMCC Gaming Centre and game development studio Wild Unlimited have launched 'Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033', an interactive experience recreating iconic Dubai landmarks within Fortnite. Built independently using Epic Games' Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), the experience features locations such as Al Fahidi Fort, Almas Tower, Uptown Dubai, Kite Beach, and the American University in Dubai. It includes team-based gameplay, challenges, and open-world activities. The project aligns with the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, aiming to develop local talent and grow the emirate's digital economy. Students from the American University in Dubai contributed by recreating their campus. The experience launches globally on November 11, 2026, accompanied by a public event at SALT, Kite Beach. The collaboration highlights Dubai's ambition to become a hub for game development, with future editions planned to expand content and commercial opportunities.

• DMCC Gaming Centre and Wild Unlimited launched 'Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033'.
• The experience is built using Epic Games' Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN).
• It features Dubai landmarks including Almas Tower, Uptown Dubai, Kite Beach, and the American University in Dubai.

Gaming Storefronts Face AI Slop Avalanche Threat

An opinion piece argues that gaming storefronts like Steam are unprepared for a surge of AI-generated, low-quality games, termed a 'slop grenade.' It criticizes the campaign to normalize AI in game development, noting consumer backlash and ethical concerns. The article highlights events like Steam Next Fest being flooded with AI-asset titles, and the drowning of retro gaming communities by automated decompilations. It calls for platform holders to implement solutions to filter AI-generated content to preserve discoverability and protect genuine creators.

• Steam Next Fest was flooded with AI-generated, low-quality games.
• Players demand a strict filter to exclude AI-generated titles on Steam.
• AI-driven automated decompilations have flooded retro gaming communities.

Epic CEO Slams Steam AI Disclosure as Political

Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, criticized Valve's AI disclosure policy on Steam, calling it 'a political act' that could be used to drive cancel campaigns against developers. He argued that forcing developers to disclose AI usage is akin to forcing political affiliation statements. Sweeney has previously been vocal against tagging AI-generated content, stating that AI use should not affect a game's reception. This critique is part of an ongoing feud between the two companies over AI policies.

• Tim Sweeney criticized Steam's AI disclosure policy as 'a political act'.
• Sweeney argued that AI disclosures could be used for cancel campaigns.
• He compared AI disclosure to forcing developers to state political affiliation.

Supercell cyberattack exposes employee videos, no player data

Supercell, the Finnish mobile game developer behind Clash of Clans, disclosed that an unauthorized party accessed a platform used for hosting company meetings and presentations. Multiple cyberattacks targeted the company last week, with one causing the incident. The company has taken the service offline, blocked further access, and is investigating with security experts. Supercell has filed a police report and notified regulators, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act authorities and the Data Protection Ombudsman. The exposed material may include videos of current and former employees, guests, and partners, potentially containing names, images, voices, and email addresses. Supercell warns of potential phishing and impersonation scams and urges caution. The investigation is ongoing, and that no player data was affected.

• Supercell suffered multiple cyberattacks in the week preceding October 21, 2026.
• An unauthorized party accessed Supercell's internal video platform used for meetings and presentations.
• No player data was compromised, but videos and emails of employees and partners were exposed.

EU Digital Fairness Act and Kids Act Threaten Games

Europe is enacting multiple regulations that pose significant challenges to the mobile gaming industry. The EU's Digital Fairness Act (DFA) and the newly announced EU Kids Act aim to increase protections for minors and reduce addictive design practices, such as daily log-in bonuses and activity streaks. Industry experts warn these measures could be 'catastrophic' and liken them to a new 'IDFA moment'. The EU Kids Act, under Article 15, requires games to ensure high privacy and safety for minors, potentially banning engagement techniques for children. Age assurance is a central issue, with Video Games Europe advocating for PEGI and USK as de facto standards. The European Game Developer Federation expects the final Act by the end of the decade. These regulations, alongside the already active DSA guidelines for minors, create a 'triple threat' for game companies operating in Europe.

• The EU Digital Fairness Act (DFA) could impact in-app purchases, loot boxes, and addictive game features.
• The EU Kids Act, announced September 2026, includes Article 15 targeting online games to enhance minor safety.
• Under Article 15, daily log-in bonuses and activity streaks are likely to be prohibited for child users.

Security Incident at our Video Platform

Supercell announced a security incident at their video platform on 21 Oct 2026.