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Daedalic Entertainment Ceases In-House Game Development, Cuts 25 Jobs
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June 30, 2023, 6:43 p.m.
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Introducing Ubisoft's Latest Blockchain Venture
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June 30, 2023, 5:42 p.m.
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The Cycle: Frontier to Cease Operations as Yager Development Shuts Down
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June 30, 2023, 4:33 p.m.
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Canadian Regulator Expressed Concerns Over Microsoft-Activision Acquisition
Microsoft has responded to the Canada Competition Bureau, stating that the window for the regulator to block the acquisition has now closed. According to a spokesperson, the notice to continue monitoring the transaction was received after the waiting period had expired. The company will continue to work with regulators to address any remaining concerns. The Canada Competition Bureau had previousl…
June 30, 2023, 3:05 p.m.
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Sega Rejects Acquisition Rumors Amid Microsoft Speculation
Following recent speculation about a potential acquisition by Microsoft, Sega has denied any plans to sell. The rumors emerged after documents from the FTC vs Microsoft case revealed that Sega was among over 100 companies considered for acquisition by Microsoft before it pursued Activision Blizzard. Despite this, co-chief operating officer Shuji Utsumi has stated that Sega is not open to acquisit…
June 30, 2023, 1:47 p.m.
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Unlocking the Power of Mobile Gaming
In the latest episode of the Playable Futures Podcast, Will Freeman sits down with Deborah Mensah-Bonsu, founder of dmb crew and pioneer behind the Games for Good initiative. Their conversation delves into the vast potential of mobile games to inspire positive change and societal impact. Deborah emphasizes that the perception of gaming has evolved significantly over the past decade, and mobile ga…
June 30, 2023, 12:59 p.m.
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Scriptic Secures $5.7 Million in Seed Funding
Scriptic, formerly known as ElectricNoir, has successfully raised $5.7 million in its latest seed funding round. This investment will be utilized to bolster the company's operational capabilities and enrich its content offerings. Additionally, the funds will support staff expansion and the integration of external writers into its innovative AI-powered creation platform. The funding round was led …
June 29, 2023, 9:33 p.m.
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Green Game Jam Surpasses $600,000 in Fundraising This Year
The fourth annual Green Game Jam, organized by the Playing for the Planet Alliance, has successfully raised $600,000 for its wildlife-themed initiative this year. Established in 2019, the jam encourages game studios to integrate tangible environmental actions into their existing games, promoting climate awareness through in-game activities. This year's award winners have been announced, with reci…
June 29, 2023, 8:47 p.m.
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UK Court Denies Request to Postpone CMA and Microsoft Trial
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has been denied its request to postpone the upcoming trial with Microsoft. The regulator had proposed pushing the trial to October, but the Competition Appeal Tribunal has confirmed that the proceedings will commence as scheduled on July 28. According to the tribunal, the case has significant implications for many parties involved and should proceed with…
June 29, 2023, 7:31 p.m.
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Niantic to Shut Down LA Studio Amid Restructuring Efforts
Niantic, the developer of Pokémon Go, has announced the closure of its Los Angeles office, resulting in the layoff of 230 staff members. According to an email from founder John Hanke, the company's expenses grew at a faster rate than its revenue. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Niantic expanded its workforce and investments in new game projects and augmented reality (AR) platform development. Ho…
June 29, 2023, 6:12 p.m.