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Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Receives Unconditional Approval from Turkey
Turkey has become the latest country to grant unconditional approval to Microsoft's proposed $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The approval was announced by spokespeople from both companies, with Microsoft's chief communications officer, Frank X. Shaw, stating on Twitter that Turkey's approval brings the total number of countries approving the deal to over three dozen. An Activisi…
July 17, 2023, 8:02 a.m.
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Microsoft and Sony Reach Agreement on Call of Duty's Future on PlayStation
In a significant development, Microsoft has announced that it has entered into a binding agreement with Sony to ensure the continued availability of Call of Duty on PlayStation. This move addresses a major concern surrounding Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, revealed the agreement on Twitter, stating that the two companies have signed a deal to …
July 16, 2023, 3:47 p.m.
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US Court Rejects FTC's Bid to Halt Microsoft-Activision Deal
In a significant blow to the Federal Trade Commission, its emergency appeal to block the impending $68.7 billion Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger has been rejected by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal. This decision comes after a US District Judge denied the FTC's request for a preliminary injunction and an extension of a temporary restraining order, effectively ending the regulator's chances…
July 15, 2023, 1:08 p.m.
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Genshin Impact Faces Allegations of Late Payments to Voice Actors
Brandon Winckler, a voice actor known for roles in Master Detective Archives: Rain Code and Monster Hunter: Rise, has publicly accused Genshin Impact of failing to pay him for his work on the game. According to Winckler, he has been waiting for months to receive payment, despite sending multiple emails to the relevant parties. Winckler expressed his frustration on Twitter, stating that it is inex…
July 14, 2023, 8:37 p.m.
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Sub-Saharan Africa's Gaming Market Reaches $863 Million in 2022
In 2022, the Sub-Saharan African gaming industry achieved a significant milestone, with consumer spending reaching $863 million. According to a recent report by Newzoo and Carry1st, this represents an 8.7% increase from the previous year. Mobile gaming dominated the market, accounting for $778.6 million, or 90% of the total gaming revenue. PC and console gaming also contributed, generating $49.4 …
July 14, 2023, 7:33 p.m.
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People Can Fly Establishes New Montreal Studio
The developer of Outriders, People Can Fly, has announced the opening of a new studio in Montreal, adding to its existing locations in Poland, the UK, and the US. According to VGC, the Montreal office will be working on a AAA project under the leadership of creative director Roland Lesterlin. The company expressed its enthusiasm for the new project, stating, "The vibrant atmosphere and thriving g…
July 14, 2023, 5:40 p.m.
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LightSpeed Studios Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Lucid Games
In a strategic move, LightSpeed Studios has taken over Lucid Games, the development studio behind the popular game Destruction AllStars. The acquisition was announced by Lucid Games through a Twitter post, stating that the studio will maintain its creative independence while leveraging the global resources and technological expertise of LightSpeed Studios. The financial details of the acquisition…
July 14, 2023, 3:45 p.m.
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Nintendo Switch Sells 2 Million Units in H1 | Japanese Monthly Sales Figures
In the first half of the year in Japan, the Nintendo Switch achieved sales of 1.94 million consoles across its three models. Key highlights for Japan's H1 2023 include: According to Famitsu's retail sales data from December 26, 2022, to June 25, 2023, Sony's PlayStation 5 sold 1.4 million units. Nintendo dominated the market for physical game sales, generating ¥28 billion ($203 million) in the…
July 14, 2023, 3:13 p.m.
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Destiny 2 Player Ordered to Pay Nearly Half a Million Dollars for Racial Harassment
A warning is issued due to the article's references to racism and violence. A player of Destiny 2 has been instructed by the court to pay Bungie approximately $490,000 in damages for subjecting a community manager to racial harassment. The issue began when the community manager showcased artwork created by Detrick 'Uhmaayyze' Houchens, a Black artist, in a community spotlight. In response, the pl…
July 14, 2023, 1:42 p.m.
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Xbox Welcomes Antstream Arcade
For the first time, Xbox will host a third-party cloud gaming service, with Antstream Arcade scheduled to launch on July 21. This retro gaming platform boasts an impressive library of over 1,300 games, featuring iconic titles such as Space Invaders, Pac-Man, and Mortal Kombat, sourced from renowned consoles including Atari, Commodore, Sega, Nintendo, and PlayStation. Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One …
July 14, 2023, 10:57 a.m.