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Activision Blizzard Allowed to Join Microsoft's Appeal Against UK Regulator's Decision
The UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal has granted permission to Activision Blizzard to participate in Microsoft's appeal against the regulator's decision to block the proposed $68.7 billion acquisition. This move enables Activision Blizzard to present further arguments in support of the deal. A case management conference is scheduled for today, where the CMA will also have the opportunity to provi…
June 12, 2023, 10:40 a.m.
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Xbox Claims to Have Reached a Milestone in Game Development
According to Xbox, the company has made significant progress in delivering regular, high-quality video games. During a media panel titled 'What's Next For Gaming', Xbox Studios head Matt Booty presented an overview of the company's first-party efforts this generation. He highlighted several top-rated titles and acknowledged the 'gaps' in 2022. Booty expressed optimism about reaching the company's…
June 11, 2023, 10:51 p.m.
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Microsoft Expects $1 Billion in PC Gaming Revenue This Year
According to Phil Spencer, Xbox's chief, the company is set to generate $1 billion in revenue from PC games this year. This statement was made during a panel discussion where Spencer noted that the Xbox business has grown significantly since the Xbox 360 era, partly due to its expansion onto other platforms, including PC. Spencer emphasized the company's goal of attracting new players and creator…
June 11, 2023, 10:22 p.m.
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Xbox Games Showcase Unveils Fable and Star Wars Outlaws
The Xbox Games Showcase kicked off with a sneak peek at Playground Games' Fable, featuring British comedian Richard Ayoade, although no release date was announced. The game will be available on Game Pass at launch. A cinematic trailer for Star Wars Outlaws, developed by Massive Entertainment, was also shown, with more details to be revealed at the Ubisoft Forward presentation. Microsoft announced…
June 11, 2023, 7:04 p.m.
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Sony Absent from Gamescom
Sony has confirmed it will not participate in the upcoming Gamescom event. According to a report by GamesMarkt, cited by VGC, the company has opted not to have a presence on the show floor. This marks the fourth consecutive year Sony has skipped the event, with its last appearance dating back to 2019, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Gamescom 2023 opening night, scheduled for August 22, wil…
June 9, 2023, 7 p.m.
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Improbable Offloads Defense Arm to Investor Group
Improbable, a leading tech company, has revealed the sale of its defense subsidiary to a consortium of investors led by Noia Capital. Established in 2012, Improbable specializes in creating immersive experiences, collaborating with game developers, entertainment companies, and academic institutions. The acquisition includes the transfer of approximately 70 engineers and modelers, as well as contr…
June 9, 2023, 4:33 p.m.
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Apple and Epic Games Seek Review of Antitrust Ruling
In a bid to revisit the antitrust case ruling from April, Apple and Epic Games have filed separate petitions with the US Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, requesting that the case be reheard by an expanded 11-judge panel. According to Reuters, both companies have submitted court petitions, each seeking an 'en banc' review of the initial ruling made by a three-judge panel in April. Apple's petition …
June 9, 2023, 2:52 p.m.
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Assessing the Impact of Summer Game Fest 2023
In the latest installment of the GamesIndustry.biz Microcast, the team delves into the key highlights from Summer Game Fest: Kickoff Live 2023. Hosts James and Marie offer their insights on the most captivating game announcements and assess the overall quality of the event's lineup. The conversation also explores the ongoing debate about the necessity of events like E3. For those who missed Summe…
June 9, 2023, 1:01 p.m.
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Get Your EGX 2023 Tickets Now
EGX 2023 tickets are available for purchase, with the event set to take place at the ExCeL centre in London this October. The event, organised by ReedPop, offers a diverse range of activities, including playing the latest AAA and indie games, participating in esports tournaments, and attending developer talks. Tickets can be purchased on the EGX website at a 20% discount until June 22. Additional…
June 9, 2023, 11:46 a.m.
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Quantic Dream Launches Indie Game Publishing Arm, Spotlight
Quantic Dream has officially introduced Spotlight, its new publishing label dedicated to supporting independent game developers. The announcement was made during Summer Game Fest: Kickoff Live, where the company showcased trailers for its upcoming titles, including Under The Waves and Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior. Under The Waves, developed by Parallel Studio, was first revealed at Gamescom, …
June 9, 2023, 9:45 a.m.