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Sony Sets Up Production Line for PlayStation 5 Discs in Latin America
Sony has initiated the production of physical copies of PlayStation 5 games in Latin America through a newly established assembly line. According to a report by VGC, this production line is situated in the Manaus Free Economic Zone in northern Brazil, an area that offers tax incentives to businesses operating within it. The Brazilian facility has a history of producing game discs for previous Pla…
March 22, 2024, 2:01 p.m.
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US Government Takes Apple to Court Over Antitrust Concerns and Cloud Gaming Restrictions
The US Department of Justice has initiated a civil antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging the company's engagement in monopolistic practices and violation of antitrust laws in the smartphone market. The lawsuit, filed in the US District of New Jersey, claims that Apple has imposed unfair restrictions on developers, with its stance on cloud gaming being a significant factor. According to the la…
March 22, 2024, 12:29 p.m.
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France Achieves Record-Breaking €6.1 Billion in Gaming Revenue for 2023
France's video game market reached an unprecedented high, generating €6.1 billion in consumer spending on games products in 2023, according to a recent report by the French games trade body SELL. The console segment accounted for 52% of the market's total value, exceeding €3 billion and experiencing a 24.1% year-over-year increase. The resolution of supply chain issues for the PlayStation 5 and X…
March 22, 2024, 11:55 a.m.
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Renowned Game Developer Shinji Mikami Establishes New Studio
According to recent reports, Shinji Mikami, the founder of Tango Gameworks, has embarked on a new venture by launching a studio named Kamuy. The discovery was made when the website for the upcoming game Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered listed Mikami as one of its creators, with a bio mentioning the establishment of Kamuy. At present, details about the new studio are scarce, and Mikami ha…
March 22, 2024, 10:32 a.m.
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Velan Studios Undergoes Restructuring, Anticipating Staff Reductions
Velan Studios has initiated a reorganisation process, confirming that job losses are probable due to a project cancellation by an external partner, which has hindered the studio's ability to sustain its current workforce of 121 employees. A social media statement revealed that 46 team members have been notified of potential layoffs within a 60-day period. The studio expressed its commitment to s…
March 22, 2024, 9:32 a.m.
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Kotaku's Editor-in-Chief Departs Amid Shift in Editorial Focus
Jen Glennon, the editor-in-chief of Kotaku, has reportedly left her position due to a change in the publication's editorial direction, as mandated by its parent company, G/O Media. According to sources, this new direction involves focusing on game guides at the expense of news reporting. In her resignation letter, Glennon expressed strong disagreement with this strategy, stating that it is 'misgu…
March 21, 2024, 7:24 p.m.
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Screen Australia Allocates $1 Million to Support Indie Game Developers
Screen Australia has committed over AU$1.6 million to bolster the independent game development sector. This investment will be divided to support 12 projects through the Games Production Fund and an additional 15 titles via the Emerging Gamemakers Fund. According to Minister for the Arts Tony Burke, this initiative aims to secure the future of Australian game development, ensuring the country rem…
March 21, 2024, 5:55 p.m.
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February Sees 2% Uptick in US Gaming Spending
US gaming expenditure reached $4.7 billion in February, marking a 2% year-over-year increase, as per the latest data from Circana. The software segment experienced a 5% growth, generating $4.1 billion in revenue. However, gaming hardware sales declined by 30% year-over-year, totaling $349 million. The PlayStation 5 was the top-selling console in terms of both unit and dollar sales for February, a…
March 21, 2024, 3:06 p.m.
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Margot Robbie's Production Company to Bring The Sims to the Big Screen
A film based on The Sims is in development, courtesy of Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Kate Herron, known for her work on Loki, will direct the project and co-write the screenplay alongside Briony Redman. Roy Lee and Miri Yoon of Vertigo Entertainment will also be involved as producers, while Electronic Arts, the publisher of The Sims, will con…
March 21, 2024, 2:27 p.m.
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Sensor Tower Completes Acquisition of Data.ai
In a significant move, Sensor Tower has finalized the acquisition of Data.ai, a prominent mobile marketing firm, for an undisclosed amount. As a result of this deal, an unspecified number of Data.ai employees will be let go. According to reports from TechCrunch, Sensor Tower aims to leverage Data.ai's expertise to bolster its presence in the digital marketing and mobile sectors, while expanding i…
March 21, 2024, 1:54 p.m.