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Piranha Bytes Studio Closes Its Doors
Piranha Bytes, a studio owned by Embracer, has ceased operations. According to reports from GameStar, the studio officially shut down at the end of June, after Embracer had been searching for a potential buyer. In January, Piranha Bytes, the developer behind the Elex and Gothic series, acknowledged that the company was facing difficulties, stating on social media that it was indeed going thro…
July 8, 2024, 4:51 p.m.
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UK Games Industry Confronts 17.1% Gender Pay Gap, According to Brightmine
A significant disparity in average basic salaries exists within the UK games industry, with men earning over £8,000 more than women. This finding is based on data from Brightmine, a leading provider of salary benchmarking services for the video games sector, which analyzed information from more than 25 games businesses and over 3,000 employees. The average male basic salary stands at £49,695, whi…
July 8, 2024, 2:23 p.m.
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Pedestrian Group to Discontinue Kotaku Australia
The Australian edition of Kotaku is set to cease operations as its license holder, Pedestrian Group, undergoes restructuring to concentrate on its own proprietary brands. According to a report by The Guardian, the company will also be discontinuing its licenses for Vice, Gizmodo, and Lifehacker in the country. As a result of this strategic shift, dozens of employees are being let go. In an email …
July 8, 2024, 10:38 a.m.
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Summer Games Done Quick 2024 Smashes Fundraising Goal with $2.5 Million
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July 8, 2024, 9:21 a.m.
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Epic Games Store Gets iOS Approval from Apple After Multiple Rejections
Following two rejections, Apple has given the green light to Epic Games Store's notarisation submission. Although developers can now release iOS software outside of the App Store, they must still use a notary service, which scans for malware and checks code-signing issues. Epic had previously expressed concerns over Apple's rejection, citing similarities between button labels and in-app purchase …
July 8, 2024, 9:12 a.m.
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Ubisoft to Share Insights on Neurodiversity at GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit
Pierre Escaich, Director of Ubisoft's Neurodiversity Talent Program, is set to speak at the upcoming GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit in London this September. His talk, 'Neurodiversity in the game industry: unlocking hidden talents,' will focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry. Escaich, a 26-year veteran of the industry and father of neurodiverse children, has established a…
July 8, 2024, 9 a.m.
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Kwalee Acquires Minority Stake in Devolver Digital
Kwalee has confirmed a strategic minority investment in Devolver Digital, acquiring a 3.58% stake in the company. This move is part of Kwalee's broader strategy to bolster its presence in the PC and console gaming sectors. The investment comes on the heels of the successful launch of Robobeat, a rhythm shooter developed by Insanity Games. Kwalee's pipeline of upcoming PC and console titles includ…
July 5, 2024, 11:04 a.m.
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Gamescom Latam Highlights and Strategic Game Release Timing | Microcast
The newest installment of the GamesIndustry.biz Microcast is now ready for download or can be viewed in its entirety below. In this episode, James shares his firsthand experience from the inaugural Gamescom Latam, shedding light on the expanding Brazilian gaming market and the global growth of Gamescom. Additionally, the discussion turns to Don't Nod's decision to postpone the release of Lost Rec…
July 5, 2024, 10:42 a.m.
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Sporty Group Expands into Mobile Gaming with Sociable Soccer Acquisition
In a strategic move, the sports media platform Sporty Group has acquired the arcade-style football game series Sociable Soccer, developed by Tower Studios. This acquisition signifies Sporty Group's foray into the mobile and video gaming market. The company will now oversee the global release of the game, which is a spiritual successor to the classic Sensible Soccer series, designed by Tower Studi…
July 5, 2024, 9:50 a.m.
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Project N Experiences Staff Reductions as Network N Streamlines Services
Approximately one-third of Project N's workforce has been let go as the company undergoes a restructuring process to concentrate on its core services. The news of the layoffs initially surfaced through social media posts by former editorial team members, deputy editor Jack Ridsdale and senior staff writer Miri Teixeira. Following confirmation from Network N, the parent company of Project N, it wa…
July 5, 2024, 9:44 a.m.