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Xbox Enhances Developer Program to Empower Diverse Creators
Microsoft's Xbox has revamped its program to provide support to underrepresented game developers. Initially launched in 2019, the program has already provided funding for porting to over 100 independent game developers, enabling the creation of titles such as Onsen Master, ValiDate, and Paper Ghost Stories 7PM. The revamped ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program will continue to offer non-rec…
March 21, 2023, 3:46 p.m.
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Team17 Implements Restructuring, Resulting in Job Losses
Team17, a prominent independent games label, has undergone staff layoffs as part of a broader effort to restructure its business operations. According to a report by Eurogamer, employees were informed of the impending redundancies during a meeting, citing the company's need to adapt its business model. In a statement provided to GamesIndustry.biz, a Team17 representative explained, "As we striv…
March 21, 2023, 3:34 p.m.
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CCP Games Secures $40 Million in Funding for Blockchain-Based AAA Game Set in EVE Online Universe
CCP Games has successfully raised $40 million in a recent funding round, with the primary objective of utilizing these funds to develop a novel blockchain-based game. The investment was spearheaded by Andreessen Horowitz, accompanied by contributions from esteemed firms such as Makers Fund, Bitkraft, Kingsway Capital, Nexon, Hashed, and several others. This funding will enable CCP Games to expand…
March 21, 2023, 2:33 p.m.
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Canadian Court Dismisses Claim of Unlawful Gambling in EA Loot Box Case
A Canadian judge has ruled that a lawsuit alleging Electronic Arts' loot boxes constitute unlawful gaming is unlikely to succeed. However, the court will permit the class-action claim to move forward, focusing on the potential for deceptive acts or practices. The plaintiff, Mark Sutherland, had claimed that EA's sale of loot boxes in over 70 games since 2008 was a breach of British Columbia's con…
March 21, 2023, 11 a.m.
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Whynow Media Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Wireframe Magazine and Launch of Dedicated Gaming Platform
Following the acquisition of Wireframe Magazine, Whynow Media has unveiled a new gaming website, marking a significant expansion of its online presence. The magazine, previously owned by Raspberry Pi, ceased print publication in January but maintained its online presence. With the acquisition, Whynow Media has brought on board Ryan Lambie, the former editor of Wireframe, to helm the new gaming ed…
March 21, 2023, 10:33 a.m.
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Amazon Announces 9,000 Job Cuts
In a recent update on March 21, 2023, Twitch confirmed that it will be letting go of more than 400 employees as part of Amazon's plan to eliminate 9,000 roles. According to a statement by Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, the decision is a response to the 'current macroeconomic environment' and the failure of user and revenue growth to meet expectations. Clancy stated, 'To ensure the sustainability of our b…
March 21, 2023, 9:30 a.m.
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Room 8 Introduces Highlight QA Studio
Room 8, a leading services provider, has announced the launch of Highlight QA, a cutting-edge quality assurance studio designed to elevate the gaming experience. This new division will operate under the guidance of Octavia Vasilescu, Martyn Sibley, and Robert Lato, who will oversee the firm's QA Service Line. Initially, Highlight QA will commence operations in Poland and Romania, with plans to …
March 20, 2023, 9:01 p.m.
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Big Fish Games Expands to New Orleans with New Studio Launch
Big Fish Games is set to unveil its latest studio in New Orleans, marking a significant expansion of its North American operations. This new location will join the company's existing offices, further solidifying its presence in the region. According to Big Fish Games, the primary goal of this new studio is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive talent pipeline, achieved through a collaborative ef…
March 20, 2023, 8:19 p.m.
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Subway Surfers Reaches Milestone of 4 Billion Downloads
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March 20, 2023, 4:59 p.m.
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Arctic7 Continues Growth with Acquisition of Two New Studios
In a strategic move to broaden its presence in the gaming and media production sectors, Arctic7 has acquired Star Fort Games and Narwhal Studios. Narwhal Studios, a renowned virtual art production studio based in Los Angeles, boasts an impressive portfolio that includes work on the film Black Adam and the television series Obi-Wan Kenobi. Star Fort Games, established in 2019 in Ottawa, Canada, ha…
March 20, 2023, 2:02 p.m.