Game Developers Devastated By Gamescom Laptop Theft Spree
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{ "epilogue": "Following multiple equipment robberies at Gamescom where eight laptops and unreleased game builds were stolen, the event team addressed the theft reports while facing questions about security. While the Gamescom team reportedly suggested better security for indie developers, the wider industry rallied with support, including CD Projekt Red offering new hardware and assistance to an affected solo developer.
An investigation into the equipment theft incident remained currently underway." }
Epilogue added 1h ago, after coverage quieted.
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Game Developers Devastated By Gamescom Laptop Theft Spree Aftermath · 24d ago broke it first
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