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Original Creators of Metroid Prime Overlooked in Remastered Version's Credits
The re-release of Metroid Prime has sparked controversy by omitting the names of its original developers from the credits. Zoid Kirsch, a senior engineer who worked on the 2002 game, took to Twitter to express his disappointment, stating that instead of a full list of credits, the remastered version simply acknowledges the work of the original development staff with a single line. Kirsch acknowle…
Feb. 13, 2023, 12:03 p.m.
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Activision CEO Kotick to Remain in Position if Microsoft Acquisition Fails
According to sources, Bobby Kotick will continue to serve as CEO of Activision Blizzard if the proposed acquisition by Microsoft falls through due to regulatory hurdles or is canceled altogether. This information comes from sources familiar with the matter, who stated that Kotick will 'absolutely remain at the gaming giant to run the company' even if the $68.7 billion deal is unsuccessful. The fu…
Feb. 13, 2023, 11:33 a.m.
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EA Nears £488m Agreement with Premier League for Future Football Games
According to recent reports, Electronic Arts is on the verge of securing a significant partnership with the Premier League, enabling the company to feature the league's teams in its upcoming EA Sports FC series. The deal, valued at approximately £488 million, is expected to span six years. This development was reportedly shared with the 20 Premier League clubs on Friday, with the partnership pois…
Feb. 13, 2023, 10:10 a.m.
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February 2023 Jobs Roundup: Notable Hires in the Gaming Industry
The gaming industry has seen a flurry of new appointments and transitions. To keep track of these developments, we have compiled the latest updates. If your company has recent hires or promotions to share, please send the details to newhires@gamesindustry.biz. JumpButton Studio has named Jay-Ann Lopez as its Chief Operating Officer. Lopez, who founded the Black Girl Gamers foundation in 2015, bri…
Feb. 10, 2023, 5:32 p.m.
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Nexon Achieves Record Revenue in 2022, Despite 11% Decline in Net Income
Nexon has announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022. Key highlights include: - Annual revenue of ¥353 billion ($2.69 billion), marking a 28.9% year-over-year increase - Annual net income of ¥99.9 billion ($763 million), representing an 11.6% year-over-year decline In Q4 2022, the company saw: - Revenue of ¥81 billion ($618 million), up 49% from the …
Feb. 10, 2023, 11:44 a.m.
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Sony Accuses Microsoft of Harassment Over Document Requests in Activision Acquisition Case
In a recent development, Sony has labelled Microsoft's demands for documents related to the US Federal Trade Commission's investigation into the proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard as a clear case of harassment. According to reports by Axios, Microsoft had submitted a request to access documents related to seven high-ranking Sony executives as part of the case, following a subpoena filed …
Feb. 10, 2023, 10:25 a.m.
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Hardball Games Secures $5.2 Million in Seed Funding
Hardball Games, a newly established game studio founded by Jason Avent, has successfully raised £4.3 million ($5.2 million) in its initial funding round. Avent brings significant industry experience, having previously served as a non-executive director at FuturLab for six years and as studio head at TT Games for four years. The funding round was led by Griffin Gaming Partners, with additional par…
Feb. 9, 2023, 2:56 p.m.
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Nintendo Unveils Exciting Lineup in Latest Direct Presentation
The inaugural Nintendo Direct of the year took place recently, showcasing a plethora of release dates, unexpected announcements, and an in-depth look at The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The trailer for the Breath of the Wild sequel featured extensive gameplay, while Nintendo reaffirmed the May 12th release date and confirmed the previously reported $69.99 price tag. Other notable announ…
Feb. 9, 2023, 10:27 a.m.
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Pricing for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Revealed at $70
Nintendo has confirmed that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will be priced at $69.99. Following recent rumors about the game's cost, the company disclosed this information after the latest Nintendo Direct. Notably, this marks the first time a top-tier first-party title for the Nintendo Switch has exceeded the traditional $59.99 price point. In a statement to Game Informer, Nintendo indi…
Feb. 9, 2023, 9:54 a.m.
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Krafton Reports Decline in Annual Sales and Profit
Krafton has released its earnings report for the fourth quarter and the full year, revealing a decline in overall performance for 2023, along with mixed results for the fourth quarter, including the company's first quarterly net loss since its initial public offering in 2021. The key figures include: full-year sales of KRW1.85 trillion ($1.47 billion), representing a 1.7% year-on-year decrease; f…
Feb. 8, 2023, 7:25 p.m.