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Sony Invests in Carry1st
Carry1st, a leading mobile games publisher in Africa, has secured investment from the Sony Innovation Fund, marking the first major milestone in Sony's initiative to foster growth in Africa's entertainment sector. Founded in 2018 by Tinotenda Mundangepfupfu, Lucy Hoffman, and Cordel Robbin-Coker, Carry1st is poised to revolutionize gaming on the continent. According to CEO Cordel Robbin-Coker, th…
Jan. 29, 2024, 4:50 p.m.
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Krafton Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Unlawful Termination
A former female employee of Krafton has filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging that she was wrongfully terminated after reporting an incident of sexual assault by a former executive. According to reports, the employee worked at Krafton from 2021 to 2023 and claims that the incident occurred at a work-related party following the Game Awards. The employee reported the incident to Krafton's …
Jan. 29, 2024, 3:59 p.m.
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Steel City Interactive Upscales to New Sheffield Studio
Steel City Interactive has relocated to a larger studio in Sheffield, UK, and expanded its workforce. This strategic move follows the successful Early Access launch of its debut title, the boxing game Undisputed, on Steam in January 2023. Founded by the Habib brothers in 2020, Steel City Interactive has experienced significant growth. "The past year has been remarkable for our studio, marke…
Jan. 29, 2024, 3:17 p.m.
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African Gaming Study Reveals Preference for Offline, Free-to-Play Games
A recent study examining gaming habits in French-speaking African nations, including Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, and Cameroon, indicates a strong inclination towards free-to-play games in an Android-dominated market. The study found that over 80% of respondents across the three countries utilize Android devices, with Cameroon exhibiting the highest percentage at 96%. In contrast, Senegal has the high…
Jan. 29, 2024, 1:08 p.m.
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German Region Seeks to Prohibit Loot Boxes in Video Games
A state in Germany is spearheading an effort to outlaw loot boxes in video games, a move that will be discussed and debated nationwide. According to reports by the German news outlet Buten un Binnen, the governing coalition, comprising the Social Democrats, the Greens, and Die Linke, has proposed a series of restrictions on loot boxes, including a complete ban, in the Bremen parliament. In respon…
Jan. 29, 2024, 12:53 p.m.
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Fntastic Addresses Allegations Surrounding The Day Before's Development
Fntastic has issued a response to allegations of misinformation regarding the development and financial status of The Day Before. The studio's statement, which has since been deleted from social media, addressed claims that it misled players. According to the post, Fntastic did not accept any funds from users, nor did it engage in crowdfunding or offer pre-orders for the game. Instead, the compan…
Jan. 26, 2024, 3:31 p.m.
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Comprehensive Guide to Breaking into the Games Industry
Over the past fortnight, we have published a series of informative articles and videos under our Get into Games initiative, tailored to provide students with an insider's view of the games industry and practical advice on how to establish a career in the field – all made possible by Wrexham University's sponsorship. The complete series, covering topics such as navigating specific fields like voic…
Jan. 26, 2024, 2:46 p.m.
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Seizure of Fake Square Enix Goods in China
Square Enix has announced that a group of individuals have been prosecuted for their role in distributing counterfeit goods in China. In a statement, the company disclosed that nine individuals were charged in May 2023 in Guangdong province, with six accused of distributing the fake products and three charged with manufacturing them. The crackdown resulted in the seizure of counterfeit items feat…
Jan. 26, 2024, 11:45 a.m.
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German Games Industry Forecasts Limited Growth for 2024
A recent survey conducted by Game, the German trade association, reveals a predominantly pessimistic outlook among the country's game developers and publishers regarding the industry's prospects in 2024. The study, which polled 125 member companies, found that a mere 12% of respondents expect the German games industry to experience positive economic growth this year, a significant decline from th…
Jan. 26, 2024, 11:27 a.m.
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Nexon's Warhaven Announces Closure in April
Nexon's multiplayer title Warhaven will cease operations on April 5, 2024, just four months after its global early access launch. The developer has announced that sales of the game's battle pass have been suspended, effective today, with a detailed shutdown timeline to be shared at a later date. In a statement on Steam, the team expressed gratitude to players for their support, acknowledging the …
Jan. 26, 2024, 11:10 a.m.