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Embracer Deputy CEO and CFO Johan Ekström to Depart
Embracer is experiencing a significant shift in leadership as Johan Ekström, the company's deputy CEO and chief financial officer, announces his departure. Ekström will remain with the company until March 31, 2025, to facilitate a seamless transition of his responsibilities, which he will begin handing over prior to his departure. Having joined the company in 2019, Ekström's decision to leave is …
May 23, 2024, 8:25 a.m.
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Sony Reportedly Developing Mobile Gaming Platform
According to recent reports, Sony is working on establishing a mobile gaming platform focused on free-to-play games. The news emerges from a job posting for a mobile platform architect, which was discovered by tech website TweakTown. The job requirements outline the need for a software engineer to create a platform for the development, publication, and operation of free-to-play mobile games, with…
May 23, 2024, 8:09 a.m.
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Twitch Viewing Hours Decline to 1.64 Billion in April
According to the latest report from StreamElements, Twitch users spent 1.64 billion hours watching live streams in April. This marks a 7% decrease from the 1.77 billion hours recorded in March, following an update to the previous month's data. Daily viewing hours also experienced a 5% drop, from 57 million to 55 million, continuing a downward trend observed throughout the year. The lack of major …
May 22, 2024, 4 p.m.
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Twitch Introduces New Features to Help Users Avoid Unwanted Content
Twitch has rolled out an update that enables users to personalize their experience by filtering out undesirable content. According to Eurogamer, this new feature expands on the Content Classification Labels introduced last year, which allowed streamers to categorize their content based on its inclusion of explicit material, such as sexualized content, substance abuse, and gambling. With these…
May 22, 2024, 1:33 p.m.
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Arrowhead Appoints Shams Jorjani as New CEO, Replacing Founder Johan Pilestedt
Following the massive success of Helldivers 2, which has sold over 12 million copies since its launch on PS5 and PC, Arrowhead Games Studios has announced the appointment of Shams Jorjani as its new CEO. Jorjani, a seasoned veteran of the gaming industry, will be taking over the role from company founder Johan Pilestedt, who will remain as chief creative officer and chairman. The decision is aime…
May 22, 2024, 1 p.m.
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Amazon Launches New Development Studio in Bucharest
Amazon has established its inaugural European game development studio, with industry expert Cristian Pana at the helm. Located in Bucharest, this new studio aims to bolster Amazon's expanding game portfolio, complementing existing development teams in Orange County, Montreal, San Diego, and Seattle. With over 20 years of experience at Ubisoft, studio head Cristian Pana brings a wealth of knowle…
May 22, 2024, 8:21 a.m.
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IGN Entertainment Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Gamer Network Brands
In a significant move, IGN Entertainment has purchased the Gamer Network group of online brands for an undisclosed amount. Following the acquisition, the company has undergone restructuring, resulting in job losses across its UK operations. The Gamer Network portfolio comprises notable publications such as GamesIndustry.biz, Eurogamer (including six local language editions), Rock Paper Shotgun, V…
May 21, 2024, 4 p.m.
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London Studio Closes After Two Decades of Game Development
After more than 20 years of creating iconic gaming experiences, PlayStation's London Studio has ceased operations. In a heartfelt statement shared on social media, the studio reflected on its rich history and expressed gratitude to its supporters. "Over the past twenty years, our studio has been privileged to work with incredibly gifted individuals in the gaming industry," the statement read. …
May 21, 2024, 1:49 p.m.
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Devcom 2024 Unveils Initial Lineup of 50 Speakers
The Devcom Developer Conference organizers have announced the first batch of speakers for this year's event, set to take place in Cologne this August. A total of 50 speakers have been confirmed so far, featuring industry experts from renowned studios such as Insomniac Games, BioWare, Avalanche Studios, Hangar 13, Warner Bros Games, and Don't Nod. The initial lineup includes Kelsey Beachum, known …
May 21, 2024, 1:19 p.m.
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Initiative Launches to Support Irish Indie Game Developers with Grants of Up to £15,000
A newly established fund is inviting applications from indie game developers in Ireland, offering grants of up to £15,000 to successful candidates. The IndieDev2024 initiative is a collaborative effort between Ardán, a division of the Galway Film Centre, and Imirt: The Irish Game Makers Association, with backing from Northern Ireland Screen and Screen Ireland. This pilot programme is designed to …
May 21, 2024, 9:35 a.m.