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Google Loses Key Executive Phil Harrison
Phil Harrison, the former Vice President and General Manager at Google, is no longer with the company. Although Google has not officially confirmed this development, Harrison's updated LinkedIn profile indicates that he has moved on. According to a report by Business Insider, Harrison's departure was initially reported to have occurred in January, coinciding with the shutdown of Stadia, despite h…
April 6, 2023, 9:48 a.m.
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The Future of E3: What's Next? | Podcast Discussion
The GamesIndustry.biz team convenes to delve into the latest developments in the video game industry. This episode focuses on the E3 2023 cancellation, examining the underlying factors and speculating on the trade show's future. As the industry's requirements have shifted and new audience engagement methods have emerged, E3's relevance has been a topic of ongoing debate. To better understand the …
April 6, 2023, 8:45 a.m.
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Amazon Cuts Nearly 100 Gaming Division Jobs Amid Ongoing Restructuring
As part of its company-wide restructuring efforts, Amazon has reduced its gaming division workforce by nearly 100 employees. According to Bloomberg, the layoffs affect staff members at Prime Gaming, Game Growth, and the San Diego studio. In an internal memo, Amazon Games VP Christoph Hartmann stated that despite the cuts, the company will continue to invest in its in-house development and expects…
April 5, 2023, 8:56 p.m.
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Dispute Erupts Between Dark Deception Developer and Monster Energy Over Trademark
The developer of the 2020 game Dark Deception: Monsters and Mortals, Glowstick Entertainment, is embroiled in a dispute with Monster Energy over the use of the term 'monster' in the game's title. According to the company's CEO, Vincent Livings, Monster Energy is engaging in 'bullying' tactics by threatening litigation. Livings has stated that Monster Energy is notorious for its aggressive tradema…
April 5, 2023, 8:11 p.m.
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Savvy Games Group Purchases Scopely in $4.9 Billion Deal
In a recent announcement, Scopely revealed that it has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Savvy Games Group in a transaction valued at $4.9 billion. As the publisher of popular mobile titles such as Marvel Strike Force, Stumble Guys, and Star Trek: Fleet Command, Scopely represents the latest addition to Savvy's portfolio of gaming investments. Following the acquisition, Scopely will con…
April 5, 2023, 6:24 p.m.
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Street Fighter Film and TV Ventures Announced
Capcom has confirmed the development of a new live-action Street Fighter film and television series. The publisher is teaming up with Legendary Entertainment, known for productions like Dune and Godzilla vs. Kong. According to Capcom, adapting its gaming content into films and TV shows offers a chance to increase brand visibility beyond the gaming market. This move comes as the video game industr…
April 5, 2023, 5:09 p.m.
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Leadership Shift at Creatures Inc. as Top Executives Depart
A significant change in leadership has occurred at Creatures Inc., a key player in the Pokémon franchise, with the departure of CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara and President Hirokazu 'Hip' Tanaka from their respective roles. Yuji Kitano has been appointed to succeed Ishihara as CEO and President, while Tomotaka Komura will assume the position of Executive Vice President, as listed on the company's website…
April 5, 2023, 3:31 p.m.
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Miyamoto Downplays Mobile as Primary Platform for Future Mario Games
In a recent interview, Shigeru Miyamoto, the renowned creator of Mario, expressed his doubts about mobile devices playing a central role in the future of the franchise. Despite the success of mobile games like Super Mario Run, Mario Kart Tour, and Dr. Mario World, Miyamoto stated that mobile apps will not be the main focus for upcoming Mario games. He emphasized that Nintendo's core strategy revo…
April 5, 2023, 9:03 a.m.
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Xbox Unveils Eco-Friendly Controller Featuring Recycled Materials
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April 5, 2023, 7:50 a.m.
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Turkey's Gaming Industry Sees Revenue Plummet in 2022
In 2022, the Turkish gaming market generated $625 million in consumer revenue, marking a 48% decline from the previous year. This downturn is largely attributed to the Turkish lira's 42% depreciation against the US dollar. Key statistics include: total revenue of $625 million, down 47.9% year-over-year; mobile revenue of $275 million, down 55.64% year-over-year; PC revenue of $175 million, down 4…
April 4, 2023, 8:13 p.m.