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Dieter Schoeller Discusses Headup's Departure from Thunderful
In a recent development, Thunderful sold Headup for €500,000, marking the end of a three-year acquisition period. According to Dieter Schoeller, the founder and CEO of Headup, the decision to part ways was driven by a shift in the company's priorities. Schoeller notes that Thunderful underwent significant changes, establishing a new publishing department in the UK. This led to a potential two-la…
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:39 p.m.
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Dieter Schoeller: Headup's Quirky Style Didn't Align with Thunderful's Direction
Earlier this year, Thunderful sold Headup for €500,000, three years after acquiring the German-based developer and publisher. According to founder and CEO Dieter Schoeller, the sale was prompted by a change in Thunderful's priorities. Thunderful had expanded its publishing department in the UK, leading to a potential two-label strategy with Schoeller focusing on the indie side. However, the const…
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:39 p.m.
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Dieter Schoeller: Why Headup Parted Ways with Thunderful
Earlier this year, Thunderful sold Headup for €500,000 – a move that came three years after acquiring the German-based developer and publisher. The sale was part of Thunderful's restructuring efforts announced in January. However, according to founder and CEO Dieter Schoeller, the decision was also driven by a shift in the company's priorities. Schoeller notes that Thunderful expanded its publish…
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:39 p.m.
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Exploring New Frontiers: Wizards of the Coast Expands Dungeons & Dragons Beyond RPGs
A year after the release of Baldur's Gate 3, Hasbro and its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast are doubling down on video games, with the company believing its extensive IP can thrive in almost any genre. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz at Gamescom, Eugene Evans stated that while Larian Studios' RPG has been a significant boost, the company is looking to explore Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: …
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:20 p.m.
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Wizards of the Coast Explores New Frontiers for Dungeons & Dragons
A year after the release of Baldur's Gate 3, Hasbro and its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast are doubling down on video games, with a focus on exploring new genres for their vast IP portfolio. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz at Gamescom, Eugene Evans, Senior Vice President of Digital Licensing, discussed the company's plans to expand beyond RPGs for Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gatheri…
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:20 p.m.
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Hasbro Expands Digital Presence with Diverse Gaming Portfolio
A year after the release of Baldur's Gate 3, Hasbro and its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast are intensifying their focus on video games, with a vast array of IPs being developed across multiple genres. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz at Gamescom, Eugene Evans stated that while AAA games are in development, the company is also exploring alternative expressions of Dungeons & Dragons and Magi…
Aug. 22, 2024, 2:20 p.m.
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Tencent's Venture Lab Initiative Aims to Empower Emerging Game Developers Worldwide
Tencent, a gaming industry giant, is bolstering its support for fledgling game developers through the expansion of its Venture Lab program. This initiative provides essential resources, including investment, publishing, marketing, and technical expertise, to help new studios successfully launch their debut titles. Led by Juno Shin, who has spent 12 years driving business development and investmen…
Aug. 22, 2024, 8 a.m.
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Tencent Expands Support for Emerging Game Developers with Venture Lab Initiative
Tencent, the world's largest gaming company, is bolstering its support for early-stage game developers through the expansion of its Venture Lab program. This initiative provides fledgling studios with essential resources, including funding, publishing, marketing, and technical expertise, to help them successfully launch their debut games. Led by Juno Shin, who has over a decade of experience in b…
Aug. 22, 2024, 8 a.m.
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Tencent Enhances Venture Lab Initiative to Empower Early-Stage Developers Globally
Tencent, the world's largest gaming company, is bolstering its efforts to support early-stage developers through its Venture Lab initiative. This business unit provides new studios with the necessary resources to deliver their first game, including investment, publishing, marketing support, consulting, access to technology, business planning, and budgeting. The team, led by Juno Shin, who has 12 …
Aug. 22, 2024, 8 a.m.
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Team17 Emphasizes Understanding Player Needs for Successful Game Development
During his talk at Devcom, Jasper Barnes, the head of game scouting at Team17, discussed the key factors that indie publishers consider when deciding which games to invest in. Barnes highlighted the significance of understanding what drives players to engage with a game and how developers can leverage this knowledge to create a standout title. For Barnes, the primary consideration is whether a ga…
Aug. 21, 2024, 12:11 p.m.