Overwatch 2 co-developer Redhill Games is making layoffs. The studio has announced a restructuring program that will result in an undisclosed number of job cuts. Logo via Redhill / Overwatch 2 key artwork via Blizzard Overwatch 2 co-developer Redhill Games will make layoffs as a result of an impending restructuring program. The studio broke the news on LinkedIn but didn't confirm how many people will be impacted by the cuts. The company was founded in 2018 and employs around 70 people across offices in Finland and Cyprus. It has worked with major studios such as Supercell and Blizzard in a co-development capacity, while also developing its own (now-defunct) free-to-play shooter, Nine to Five. "Today we share difficult news: Redhill Games will begin a restructuring process in the near future, marking the end of this chapter in our journey. In the coming period, we will continue delivering our remaining work and ensure a smooth transition for the teams supporting multiple Supercell titles," reads the post. Redhill partnered with game development agency Amber in September in an effort to deliver "innovative, high-quality experiences across PC, console, mobile and cloud." Game Developer has reached out to Redhill for comment. Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton.

Romanian studio Amber, Amazon Game Studios develop game featuring Snoop Dogg. Romanian studio Amber collaborated with Amazon Game Studios and Death Row Games on the development of Courtroom Chaos: Starring Snoop Dogg, an AI-animated video game in which the rap artist appears in the role of a judge, Startupcafe.ro reported. In the game, up to six participants can play using only mobile phones, which connect to the game via a QR code displayed on the TV screen. Players are divided into two teams: the plaintiff's team and the defendant's team. They face the unmistakable Snoop Dogg, who lends his voice, image, and personality to listen to arguments, analyze points, and deliver the final verdict, all based on the participants' improvised stories. The entire trial is moderated by Judge Snoop Dogg, an AI-animated character who listens, challenges, and reacts in real time to participants' testimonies before delivering the final verdict, the studio said. Snoop Dogg said that the character he plays is "a fair but reasonable judge, who also has a lot of common sense. If you try to fool him, he will immediately figure out who is telling the truth. The more prepared you are and the stronger your arguments, the more likely you are to get the verdict you want." "Collaborating with Amazon Game Studios marks an important step for Amber in the area of AI-based interactive experiences. [...] It is an honor to be among the first studios in the world working on a new and challenging project on the Luna platform, and to bring our development expertise to a concept that pushes the limits of digital entertainment," said Mihai Pohonțu, CEO of Amber. The title is part of GameNight, a new collection available on Amazon Luna, the cloud gaming platform that reimagines how people play together in the living room. "Courtroom Chaos is a completely new type of experience, a mix of chaos, comedy, and creativity, supported by AI that makes each trial feel fresh, funny, and completely unpredictable," said J.C. Connors, General Manager at Amazon Game Studios.

You quickly search for information but can’t find anything in the company’s internal systems.After reaching out to colleagues and finally locating the correct document, you still spend a lot of time composing an email.Have you experienced this?Meet amberSearch, a German technology company that provides an AI-powered search solution to businesses, instantly connecting employees and AI agents to company knowledge.In this edition of “AI tool of the week,” we spotlight amberSearch, a German technology company that provides an AI-powered search solution to businesses.What does amberSearch solve?Currently, many businesses struggle to access their internal knowledge efficiently.Information is scattered across storage systems, document management systems, project platforms and various databases.Furthermore, the amount of data and complexity of organisations keep rising whilst many skilled workers leave their companies due to the demographic change.As a result, employees waste valuable time searching for critical information instead of working productively.Making internal company knowledge accessibleFounded by Philipp Reißel and Bastian Maiworm, amberSearch is on a mission to make AI a practical and accessible tool for mid-sized businesses without complex IT projects or reliance on Big Tech.The company does this by consolidating all internal knowledge into a single AI-powered interface.Additionally, the company has developed a full AI platform, enabling companies to build their own AI assistants and laying the groundwork for AI agents to access internal knowledge in decision-making.Benefits of amberSearch for SMEsThe company’s platform helps employees quickly find documents, data, and insights from internal sources using a single search engine and chat interface.This helps SMEs automate workflows and increases productivity by reducing search time by 40 per cent or more.Unlike many solutions that are confined to a single platform or ecosystem, amberSearch connects multiple platforms, not only US-American but also European software systems.This allows businesses to connect to their entire knowledge base, regardless of where it is stored.Additionally, amberSearch links both on-premise and cloud-based systems, ensuring a flexible and scalable solution.Currently, over 200 companies across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland already rely on amberSearch to cut down search time, improve decision-making, and streamline collaboration.Security concerns?The company claims that many SMEs hesitate to implement AI due to concerns over complex integrations, data security risks, and high IT resource requirements.However, the company is addressing these challenges by offering a privacy-first, plug-and-play solution designed specifically for mid-sized businesses:. Data privacy independence: Fully GDPR and ISO27001-compliant and ensure sensitive company data remains under full control without being exposed to third-party AI providers.Seamless integration: No need for a complex IT overhaul. The company integrates into existing enterprise environments without disrupting workflows.Increased efficiency:  Customers see up to 40 per cent time savings by reducing the need for manual searching and internal inquiries