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Former GTA Producer’s Studio Faces Backlash After $270 Million Game Flops

Leslie Benzies, former Grand Theft Auto producer, invested heavily in his new studio Build a Rocket Boy only to see its debut title MindsEye receive scathing reviews. Sources indicate development was hampered by what employees called “Leslie tickets” – sudden directive changes that disrupted production. The game reportedly cost $270 million to develop but earned a dismal 34 Metacritic score.

From GTA Success to Development Struggles

Leslie Benzies, the former Grand Theft Auto V producer renowned for his work on the blockbuster franchise, has seen his post-Rockstar venture stumble dramatically with the release of MindsEye, according to reports. After departing Rockstar Games in 2016 amid royalty disputes, Benzies assembled Build a Rocket Boy with significant funding and industry talent. Despite these advantages, sources indicate the studio’s debut title has become one of the most notable failures in recent AAA video game history.

by Bennett Laura
BusinessPolicy

Betfred Chairman Warns UK Gambling Tax Increases Could Force Nationwide Shop Closures

Betfred co-founder Fred Done has issued a stark warning that proposed gambling tax increases in the UK could make his business unprofitable and force the closure of all shops. The warning comes as the government considers tax reforms that could significantly impact the gambling industry.

Betfred Executive Warns of Potential Shop Closures Amid Tax Hike Proposals

The co-founder and chairman of Betfred, one of the United Kingdom‘s largest bookmakers, has issued a stark warning that proposed tax increases on gambling firms could force the closure of all company shops. According to reports, Fred Done stated that tax rises would represent the “biggest threat” to the industry during his 57-year career in the sector.

by Bennett Laura