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The Decline of Gaming Events: A Shift in the Industry
A new episode of The GamesIndustry.biz Microcast has been released and is ready for download. This week, the focus is on the decline of consumer gaming events such as PAX, EGX, and the discontinued WASD. Despite the importance of hands-on experience in attracting potential game buyers, the costs associated with attending and organizing events continue to rise. David Lilley, from the team behind W…
Nov. 25, 2024, 2:50 p.m.
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2K Games' Motion Capture Studio Employees Vote to Form Union
In a significant move, the staff at 2K Games' California-based motion capture facility have opted to form a union. The decision was made following a supervised election, with 71% of voters in favour of unionisation. The newly-formed union, 2K Mocap Union, will be affiliated with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, marking a first for the video game industry. The studio, loca…
Nov. 25, 2024, 12:56 p.m.
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UK Watchdog Urges Probe into Apple and Google's Grip on Mobile Market
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is pushing for a thorough examination of Apple and Google's dominance in the mobile market, citing concerns over their duopoly on operating systems, app stores, and web browsers. A recent inquiry found that the two tech giants have a revenue-sharing agreement that reduces their incentive to compete, and allegedly manipulate user choices to favor their ow…
Nov. 25, 2024, 10:25 a.m.
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Sony Developing New Portable PlayStation Console
According to recent reports, Sony is in the process of creating a portable console that is compatible with the PlayStation 5 ecosystem. Sources close to the matter, who spoke to Bloomberg, revealed that the device is still in the early stages of development and its launch is years away. It is also possible that Sony may choose not to release the console at all, given its current stage of developm…
Nov. 25, 2024, 10:06 a.m.
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Stalker 2 Achieves 1 Million Sales in 48 Hours
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Nov. 22, 2024, 3:31 p.m.
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Samsung Unveils Cloud Gaming Service for Galaxy Devices
Samsung has introduced a complimentary cloud gaming platform for its Galaxy devices in North America. Following a year-long beta trial using the Game Launcher app, now rebranded as Samsung Gaming Hub, the service is now live. At launch, users can access 23 games, including popular free-to-play titles like Monopoly Go, Candy Crush Saga, Homescapes, and Honor of Kings. According to Samsung's vice p…
Nov. 22, 2024, 3:18 p.m.
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US Gaming Market Sees 10% Boost in Sales Following Release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
The US gaming market experienced a resurgence in October, fueled by the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. According to Circana's monthly report, total sales of hardware, software, and accessories rose by 10% year-over-year, reaching $4.7 billion. A breakdown of this figure reveals that content sales accounted for $4.23 billion, a 12% increase from October 2023, while hardware sales declined by…
Nov. 22, 2024, 3:14 p.m.
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BAFTA Unveils 2024 Breakthrough Talent from the UK, US, and India, Featuring Emerging Game Developers
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced its 2024 Breakthrough cohort, highlighting the work of talented video game developers from the UK, US, and India, including those involved in the creation of notable titles such as Black Myth: Wukong, Baldur's Gate 3, and Pacific Drive. BAFTA Breakthrough, the organization's flagship initiative for new talent, aims to support …
Nov. 21, 2024, 8:41 p.m.
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Bandai Namco Online to Undergo Merger with Parent Company
Bandai Namco has announced that its subsidiary, Bandai Namco Online, will be dissolved and merged with the parent company through an absorption-type merger. Established in 2009 to oversee Bandai's online portfolio, Bandai Namco Online will cease operations and transfer its business to Bandai Namco. The details regarding the transfer of staff and games are currently unclear. This merger is reporte…
Nov. 21, 2024, 7:17 p.m.
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Itch.io Introduces Mandatory Disclosure for Creators Using Generative AI
Itch.io has introduced a new policy requiring creators to disclose the use of generative AI in their projects. According to a recent announcement, a new 'generative AI disclosure' field has been added, enabling developers to provide details about the specific elements of their projects that utilize generative AI, including graphics, sound effects, text, dialogue, and code. Games that incorpor…
Nov. 21, 2024, 6:54 p.m.