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August 2025 Sees Surge in Video Game Spending, Driven by NBA 2K26 and Switch 2
NBA 2K26 topped the premium game sales chart for August 2025, securing a spot among the year's best-selling games at fifth place, and claiming the top spot for the month on PlayStation and Xbox. Other notable releases for the month include Mafia: The Old Country, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Gears of War: Reloaded, and Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, ranking third, fourth, sixth, and nine…
Oct. 8, 2025, 5:50 p.m.
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Expedition 33 Reaches New Heights: Clair Obscur Surpasses 5 Million Sales Globally in Just 5 Months
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Oct. 8, 2025, 4:23 p.m.
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MCM London Comic-Con Unveils Investment Summit Schedule and Industry Networking Event
The MCM London Comic-Con has finalized the lineup for its Investment Summit, now part of the EGX gaming event. Organizer ReedPop has also announced an industry networking reception to follow the event, taking place on October 24th, with a notable roster of current and former GI.biz staff. The Investment Summit, produced in collaboration with Game Republic, is a series of panels focused on helping…
Oct. 8, 2025, 2:43 p.m.
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Sega and IOC Form Long-Term Licensing Partnership
In a recent announcement, Sega and the International Olympic Committee revealed a new multi-year licensing agreement. This partnership will lead to the launch of a co-branded merchandise program, combining the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog franchise with the Olympic rings. Following the announcement, both parties will explore opportunities to license new designs for select collaborations, aiming to l…
Oct. 8, 2025, 10:55 a.m.
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Microsoft Suspends Xbox Game Pass Price Increase in Certain Markets
Microsoft has put a hold on increasing the cost of its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription in several countries. According to a report by The Verge, an email was sent to existing customers stating that those on auto-renewal plans would not be affected by the price increase at this time. The countries exempt from the price hike include Germany, Ireland, South Korea, Poland, and India. However, ne…
Oct. 8, 2025, 9:33 a.m.
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Women Make Up Nearly Half of All Video Game Players, According to ESA Report
A recent study published by the Entertainment Software Association has found that almost half of the world's gamers are female. The 2025 Global Power of Play report, compiled in collaboration with trade associations across six continents, surveyed 24,216 active players aged 16 and above in 21 countries. The research, conducted by AudienceNet, indicates a significant shift in the demographics of t…
Oct. 8, 2025, 9:02 a.m.
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Roblox Establishes Inaugural Parent Council to Foster Safer Online Environment
Roblox has introduced its inaugural Parent Council, led by Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov, the company's newly appointed head of parental advocacy. This initiative will assemble a diverse group of up to 40 parents and caregivers from the UK, US, Europe, Canada, and Mexico to contribute to the development of safe, responsible, and creative technology use. The council will collaborate with Roblox's intern…
Oct. 7, 2025, 8:38 p.m.
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AppLovin Faces SEC Probe Over Alleged Data Misuse
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has launched an investigation into AppLovin's data collection practices, following claims that the company violated service agreements to serve targeted advertisements to users. According to a report by Bloomberg, the SEC's investigation involves cyber and emerging tech specialists, who are looking into allegations made by a whistleblower and multiple sho…
Oct. 7, 2025, 8:21 p.m.
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Royal Bank of Scotland Introduces Loans Secured by Intellectual Property, Ranging from £250,000 to £10 Million
The Royal Bank of Scotland has announced plans to introduce intellectual property-backed loans, targeting high-growth businesses in Scotland. These loans will enable companies to utilize their intellectual property as collateral to access essential funding, rather than relying on traditional physical assets. The Royal Bank of Scotland is expected to begin offering these loans in Scotland in 2026.…
Oct. 7, 2025, 2:11 p.m.
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New Opportunities for Mobile Developers: Insights from Recent Court Rulings
A significant shift in the mobile gaming landscape has emerged, driven by recent court rulings that enable developers to process payments outside of Apple's ecosystem. This change could potentially lead to increased revenue for developers. In the latest episode of the GamesIndustry.biz podcast, features editor Lewis Packwood is joined by Chris Hewish, president of Xsolla, and Berkeley Egenes, Xso…
Oct. 7, 2025, 1 p.m.