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PS5 Sales Surpass 2 Million Mark in Japan
The PlayStation 5 has reached a significant sales milestone in Japan, with over 2 million units sold since its release in November 2020. According to data from Famitsu, the console achieved this feat in approximately 102 weeks. For comparison, its predecessor, the PlayStation 4, reached 2 million units sold in 90 weeks. The disc-based version of the PS5 has been the most popular, with 1.75 millio…
Oct. 31, 2022, 2:42 p.m.
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Last Chance to Nominate for GamesIndustry.biz Game Changers
The deadline for nominating the next set of Game Changers is fast approaching, with only a few days left to recognize individuals making a positive impact in the gaming industry. This series showcases the dedication and hard work of those striving to create a better environment for everyone. Unlike previous years, where nominees were featured in brief profiles, this time around we will be publish…
Oct. 31, 2022, 12:37 p.m.
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Toxic Workplace Allegations Resurface at Chromatic Games
Chromatic Games, which rebranded from Trendy Entertainment in 2019, is facing accusations of maintaining a toxic work environment. The studio was previously investigated by Kotaku in 2013 for allegations of mismanagement, sexism, and excessive crunch time. A recent report by Polygon has highlighted that these issues may still be present, with sources stating that the company "burns out" employees…
Oct. 31, 2022, 11:55 a.m.
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Physical Sales of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Surpass Vanguard by Over 40% in the UK
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has experienced a significantly stronger first week at retail compared to its predecessor, Call of Duty: Vanguard, with a 42% increase in physical sales. This also represents a near 9% rise over Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War from 2020. However, when compared to the 2019 release of Modern Warfare, sales are down by 61%, a decline that may be attributed to the grow…
Oct. 31, 2022, 11:09 a.m.
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Indie Game Developer Faces Legal Threat from Ikea
A solo developer is under pressure from Swedish furniture giant Ikea over the setting of an upcoming horror game. The Store Is Closed, developed by Jacob Shaw, is a cooperative survival game currently in development and seeking Kickstarter funding. Players must navigate an 'infinite furniture store', crafting weapons and building fortifications to survive while attempting to escape. Following com…
Oct. 31, 2022, 10:28 a.m.
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ForeVR Secures $10 Million in Funding to Pioneer VR Gaming
ForeVR Games has successfully raised $10 million in its Series A funding round, led by Lobby Capital and accompanied by investments from existing partners, including Bessemer Venture Partners and Galaxy Interactive. Established in 2020 by Zynga veterans Marcus Segal and Mike Pagano Doom, the company plans to utilize this funding to develop engaging, family-friendly VR games, with the ambitious g…
Oct. 31, 2022, 10:11 a.m.
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God of War Ragnarök Hits Shelves Early Due to Retailer Error
A retailer has jumped the gun by releasing God of War Ragnarök two weeks ahead of schedule, prompting Sony Santa Monica to issue a plea to fans to avoid spreading spoilers. The premature release has led to significant plot reveals surfacing online, causing frustration among the game's developers. Cory Barlog, the game's creative director, expressed his disappointment on Twitter, stating that havi…
Oct. 31, 2022, 9:25 a.m.
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YouTube Sees Significant Uptick in Game Streaming Viewership for September
Last month, YouTube witnessed a substantial surge in gaming viewership. According to the monthly State of the Stream report released by StreamElements, the hours watched for live streaming game content on the platform jumped 42% to 434 million. In contrast, other streaming services did not fare as well. Twitch saw a dip in hours watched from 1.87 billion to 1.8 billion, while Facebook Gaming expe…
Oct. 28, 2022, 9 p.m.
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Sonic The Hedgehog Franchise Surpasses 1.5 Billion Copies Sold
As of March 2022, Sega Sammy Holdings announced that the Sonic The Hedgehog series has achieved a significant milestone, selling over 1.5 billion units worldwide, encompassing both paid and free-to-play titles, as disclosed in its integrated report for 2022. The company also released lifetime sales figures for its other notable gaming IPs. The Total War series, which debuted in 2000, has garnered…
Oct. 28, 2022, 7:42 p.m.
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Cloudpunk Dominates at the First Ever Scottish Games Awards
The inaugural Scottish Games Awards ceremony took place recently, marking the beginning of Scottish Games Week. A judging panel comprising industry experts, led by Chris Scullion, features editor at VGC and author, determined the winners. Cloudpunk, developed by Ion Lands, emerged as the standout winner, claiming three prestigious awards: Art and Animation, Best Large-Budget Game, and Creativity.…
Oct. 28, 2022, 2:14 p.m.