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Smilegate Enters Strategic Partnership with Absurd Ventures, Founded by Dan Houser
Smilegate has made a strategic investment in Absurd Ventures, a company founded by Dan Houser, the co-founder of Rockstar Games and former creative director and lead writer behind some of the studio's most iconic titles. Absurd Ventures is currently developing innovative new IPs across various media, including live-action projects and video games. This agreement enables Smilegate, the developer o…
Dec. 3, 2024, 5:59 p.m.
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NetEase Restructures After Hyper Front Relaunch Fails to Meet Expectations
Correction: Following reports of layoffs, NetEase has informed GamesIndustry.biz that no staff members have been let go, instead being transferred to alternative roles within the company. The publisher has also provided clarification that Operation Apocalypse is, in fact, a distinct game that was launched in February and subsequently shut down in October, rather than a revamped version of Hyper F…
Dec. 3, 2024, 2:21 p.m.
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One Special Day 2024 by SpecialEffect Surpasses £600,000 in Donations
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Dec. 3, 2024, 1:14 p.m.
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New Sony Handheld: Third Time's the Charm? | Microcast
Get the latest episode of The GamesIndustry.biz Microcast, a weekly rundown of the gaming industry's top stories. This week, we delve into rumors of a new Sony handheld console, exploring how the company can learn from past mistakes with the PSP and Vita, and how it can compete with Nintendo and Xbox in the handheld market. We also cover other major news, including Shuhei Yoshida's retirement ann…
Dec. 3, 2024, 12:48 p.m.
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Pokémon TCG Pocket Achieves Over $200 Million in Revenue Within its First Month
According to estimates from AppMagic, the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket has generated a staggering $208 million in revenue during its inaugural month. The mobile game, as reported by Pocket Gamer, averaged daily player spending of $6.5 million, with a notable spike to $8.4 million on November 22 following a special event, resulting in a 20% increase in daily revenue. The game's weekly earnings…
Dec. 3, 2024, 11:40 a.m.
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RNIB Introduces Accessibility Toolkit to Enhance Gaming Experience for Visually Impaired Players
The Royal National Institute of Blind People has unveiled the 'Design for Every Game' initiative, aiming to assist developers in creating games that are accessible to individuals with visual impairments. The initiative's website outlines a player testing panel composed of a diverse group of visually impaired gamers. The RNIB is calling upon the gaming industry, research institutions, and acad…
Dec. 3, 2024, 9:50 a.m.
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Ryosuke Yoshida Departs Ouka Studios to Pursue Opportunity with Square Enix
Ryosuke Yoshida, formerly at the helm of Ouka Studios, has revealed his decision to leave the NetEase-owned game development studio in favor of a new role at Square Enix. Yoshida took to social media to share the news, confirming his departure from Ouka Studios on October 31 and his subsequent start at Square Enix in December, although the specifics of his new position remain unclear. Notably, Yo…
Dec. 3, 2024, 9:24 a.m.
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Gamers Devote More Time to Watching Gaming Videos Than Actually Playing
A new report from Midia Research indicates that gamers are now spending more time watching gaming videos on platforms like YouTube and Twitch than engaging in gameplay itself. The study found that the average gamer spends around 7.4 hours per week playing games, while dedicating approximately 8.5 hours to watching videos related to gaming. According to Midia, this trend highlights an opportunity …
Dec. 2, 2024, 9:17 p.m.
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Lilith Games, Developer of AFK Arena, Reduces Workforce by 40
Lilith Games, a Chinese game development studio, has undergone significant restructuring, resulting in the loss of approximately 40 jobs out of its 100-strong workforce. This move follows a disappointing beta test for its life simulation game, Project Party, which took place earlier in the year. Reports from Youxi Chaguan and GameLook, as noted by PocketGamer, suggest that the game's producer may…
Dec. 2, 2024, 7:44 p.m.
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Motorsport Games to Discontinue NASCAR Game Sales Following License Handover
Motorsport Games has announced that it will cease selling its NASCAR games by the end of 2024, following the transfer of the IP license to iRacing. As a result, all NASCAR games and their associated downloadable content will no longer be available for purchase after December 31, 2024. However, players who already own the games will still be able to play them. In a statement, Motorsport Games expr…
Dec. 2, 2024, 6:25 p.m.