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Study Reveals 82% of US Gamers Made In-Game Purchases in Freemium Games in 2023
According to a recent study, a significant 82% of gamers in the United States made purchases within freemium games in the past year. The findings are part of the 2024 State of Gaming Report released by Comscore in collaboration with in-game advertising platform Anzu. The report also indicates that 62% of adults aged 18 and above engaged in gaming, with nearly half of this demographic being mill…
July 18, 2024, 10:27 a.m.
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EA Sports FC 25 Introduces New Premium Tier for Enhanced In-Game Rewards
Electronic Arts has unveiled a new level of monetization for its EA Sports FC 25 game, introducing a Premium Tier of in-game rewards that can be purchased with either real money or the game's virtual currency. This optional tier complements the existing free tier of rewards, which players can unlock by completing in-game challenges. Once a certain reward level is reached, players have the option …
July 18, 2024, 9:16 a.m.
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Sega Reaches Agreement in Harassment Case Against Former Staff Member's Abuser
Sega has emerged victorious in a lawsuit against an individual who subjected one of its employees to online harassment, resulting in the perpetrator being ordered to pay a substantial, undisclosed amount of damages. According to a report by Eurogamer, the company accused the individual of posting a barrage of abusive and slanderous comments on social media. Following a court ruling that allowed S…
July 18, 2024, 8:55 a.m.
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Valve's Workforce Revealed: Around 350 Employees, with Less Than 100 Dedicated to Steam
Recently uncovered details from an antitrust lawsuit against Steam have shed light on Valve's organizational structure, employment practices, and staffing numbers. Despite redactions in the filed paperwork, certain information remained accessible, including employee counts, salaries, and gross margins for the period between 2009 and 2021. Notably, in 2015, the Steam division had 142 employees, bu…
July 17, 2024, 5:45 p.m.
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Koei Tecmo Resolves Copyright Dispute with Youzu Through Out-of-Court Settlement
Koei Tecmo has successfully resolved its intellectual property dispute with Youzu. The company announced that it has reached a settlement with Youzu, who acknowledged and apologized for infringing on Koei Tecmo's rights to Nobunaga's Ambition and Taiko Risshiden. Youzu allegedly used Koei Tecmo's music and images in its mobile games, including Sengoku Legend: Uprising, Infinity Kingdom, and Dynas…
July 17, 2024, 4 p.m.
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IGDA Disputes US Patent Office's Mandate for Applicants' Addresses
The International Game Developers Association, joined by YouTuber Youna 'CodeMiko' Kang, has contested a recent United States Patent and Trademark Office requirement that mandates the disclosure of home addresses during the trademark registration process. On behalf of the parties, Odin Law and Media has submitted an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court, arguing that this new requireme…
July 17, 2024, 11:06 a.m.
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Microsoft Allegedly Disbands Diversity Team Amidst Shifting Business Priorities
It has been reported that Microsoft has disbanded one of its teams focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. According to an internal email cited by IGN, the team's staff were let go on July 1, allegedly due to shifting business needs. The exact number of employees affected remains undisclosed. The email, purportedly from a former team lead, also accused the executive leadership of tolerating …
July 17, 2024, 9:32 a.m.
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Last Chance to Enter the 2024 UK Best Places To Work Awards
UK-based games companies have only a short time left to participate in the 2024 GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards. With the entry process taking several weeks, it's essential to sign up as soon as possible. This year's awards feature revamped questions, focusing on key areas that matter most to games companies and their employees after a challenging year. Additionally, games firms can …
July 17, 2024, 9:27 a.m.
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Dusk: Revolutionizing Mobile Gaming with a New Social Media Twist
A pioneering social media platform designed for creating and engaging in multiplayer games has successfully raised $8 million in its latest funding round. Founded by Bjarke Felbo and Sanjay Guruprasad, the masterminds behind the PUGB and Call of Duty Mobile companion app, Rune, Dusk has garnered significant financial support from prominent investors, including Makers Fund and byFounders, as well …
July 16, 2024, 8:37 p.m.
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Leak of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Leaves Developers Disheartened
Developers Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment have expressed their dismay over a leaked, unfinished version of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 circulating online. In a joint statement, the companies acknowledged the overwhelming support from fans, but requested that they refrain from engaging with the leaked build to avoid spoiling the game. The leaked build is reportedly almost a year ol…
July 16, 2024, 8:03 p.m.