Releases
Krafton's Road To Valour: Empire stands in for BGMI in India
While BGMI remains banned, Krafton seek to regain market share with a new India-specific title
Video
Pocket Gamer Connects London video round-up
Missed the show or simply want more content? We get up close with the big names at our PGC London event
Better Now Than Late
One week left to nominate for the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2023
Is your company, game, team, service, or achievement in the running?
Interview
"Web3 is a solution in search of a problem." FunCraft’s CEO steps back from blockchain
After considering web3 and blockchain, FunCraft's Michael Martinez decided that the future lies elsewhere
Keep On Running
Minion Rush celebrates tenth anniversary
The sleeper hit has been running over a decade with over one billion app installs
Artificial Intelligence
Kwalee bring AI into game production
Employees will be able to use AI tools to pitch ideas via the company’s KAI programme
Quantic Dream Come True
NetEase reportedly paid $106 million for Quantic Dream
Last year’s acquisition highlights the company’s commitment to growth
Unity Financials
Unity celebrates its first profitable quarter on a non-GAAP basis since going public
The company generated $451 million in Q4 2022
Alibaba Financials
Alibaba Group generated $36 million in Q4 2022
The group’s latest financial report showcases a period of modest growth
Acquisition
Thunderful acquires Studio Fizbin
The studio, known for their title “Say No! More” has been bought by Headup
Report
Longer ads are performing better than shorter ads
Liftoff discovers 50% higher conversions for videos of 31 to 60 seconds duration
Expert Analysis
Angry Birds Match: Empowering ads with perfectly pitched puzzles
Get your gameplay and monetisation balance right and you'll have a hit on your hands, explains Rovio's UA lead Claire Rozain
Time To Book
Five reasons you need to book your ticket to Pocket Gamer Connects Seattle before midnight tonight!
Secure your seat at our upcoming show in Seattle this May 16-17! You can save up to $390 if you use our Super Early Bird discount before prices rise at midnight tonight
Financial Report
NetEase revenue rose 4% year-on-year in Q4 2022
The gaming giant’s latest financial report highlights a year of growth
Growth In France
TapNation selected for French Tech 120 program
The program supports and promotes French start-ups
Leaks
Genshin Impact developers MiHoYo on legal hunt for leakers
The hit games' developers have subpoenaed Twitter for the names of users suspected of leaking its secrets
The Power Of Enthusiasts
Enthusiast Gaming is the number one gaming property in the United States
The group was listed as the third fastest growing property on Comscore’s Top 100 list
Spreading Sustainability
10 Weeks To Save The Games Industry – Week 5
Matchmade CEO Jiri Kupiainen and GamesForest.Club's Maria Wagner's quest hits Barcelona
Social Media
TikTok leans further into games with UK test of in-app minigames
A number of games have begun to pop up on the TikTok app
Acquivision Blizzard
Microsoft signs deals with Nvidia for Call of Duty on GeForce Now
The company announced the deal at a press briefing to discuss its acquisition of Activision Blizzard
Rumours
Is there a new Nintendo console on the way?
Documents provided to the CMA sparked rumours of potential new handheld or console from the company
New Service
PTW boosts player support with a neural network
Their RESOLVE service aims to cut the cost of mobile app customer support
Roland-garros Tournament
Roland-Garros eSeries prepares to launch qualifiers
The mobile esports tournament offers a share of a 5000 euro prize pool
Releases
Top-down shooter Mighty Doom receives new trailer and release date
The mobile spin-off of ID’s revived, iconic shooter franchise is being developed in-house
Esports
Top five Japanese esports teams all compete on mobile
Mobile has become an increasingly popular presence in the esports scene, and the same is true for Japan
Horrific News
Dead by Daylight Mobile opens for pre-registration ahead of the Next Era of Horror update
The new update features graphical updates and the introduction of long-desired features
Delistings
Rovio Classics: Angry Birds to be delisted
The re-release of the original entry into the Angry Birds franchise will be delisted on the 23rd of February 2023
Uk Mobile Market
UK gaming market declined for the first time in a decade in 2022
Spending on games content and services fell 1.6% to £5.38 billion
Forming A Partnership
WeMade partners with Nine66 to boost reach and develop talent in Saudi Arabia
The partnership represents a commitment to support gaming ecosystems
Financials
Ubisoft bullish on upcoming mobile releases in latest financials
Two big mobile titles are predicted to boost Ubisoft according to latest financial results
Chinese Culture
Tencent and other Chinese gaming companies to help promote Chinese culture
Big name companies are aiming to deliver "broader value"
Scary Stories
Blumhouse gets set to shock with new gaming arm
The horror media specialists have appointed Zach Wood and Don Sechler as president and CFO of Blumhouse Games
Playing For The Planet
In-game climate positive action boosts revenue and engagement
A new report by PlanetPlay shows that environmental content can benefit game makers and the planet
Company Spotlight
Company Spotlight: Dataseat
Find out more about London-based mobile advertising experts Dataseat
Aquiblizz
Microsoft signs ten-year deal with Nintendo for Call of Duty
The agreement, announced by Microsoft's Brad Smith, will see the company commit to providing the game on Nintendo’s platforms
Executives Vs. Employees?
Blizzard Boss Mike Ybarra takes the hardline at latest all-hands meeting
The company has cut profit sharing and mandated employees to return to the office
Industry Insight
Seven ways mobile games can make the most of direct–to-consumer strategies
Xsolla's Chris Hewish explains how mobile studios can make the most of the direct-to-consumer strategies used by major publishers
New Report
The Covid boom in numbers
The pandemic resulted in massive increases in private investments and M&As
Company Spotlight
Company Spotlight: LeanPlum, a CleverTap company
Meet LeanPlum, the California-based marketing automation expert
Working Practices
Sega to increase wages by an average of 30%
The iconic Japanese gaming giant is increasing wages to retain talent
The Death Of Hypercasual?
SayGames shifts focus away from hypercasual games
The company will work on developing hybridcasual games in the future
Releases
Little Big Planet spin-off Ultimate Sackboy is out now on mobile
Sony's endless runner comes to iOS and Android today
New Reports
Embracer Group sees 128% sales increase but hardly any rise from mobile
The Q3 financial report reveals 2% rise in mobile revenue
Investment
Tencent makes investment in fitness gaming platform Quell
The Chinese mobile gaming giant will now be reaching beyond console and PC
Pgc London 2023
The Pocket Gamer Connects Video Vault is now open!
Attendees and now catch up on talks, panels and fireside chats from PGC London 2023
Eyes On Ai
What could generative AI do for Roblox?
Roblox CTO Daniel Sturman envisions a "force multiplier for generative AI"
Africa’s Mobile Boom
Africa poised for explosion in mobile gaming
The continent’s unique place in the market offers wide-ranging opportunities for mobile gaming
Hypercasual Hits
FreePlay doubles downloads in past year to reach one billion installs milestone
Coming from a portfolio of 18 titles
Insights
Flexion's Jens Lauritzson on why you should consider alternative app stores
Alternative app store publishing has been a winning model for companies such as Flexion and their partners
Podcast
Unravelling the alchemy of user acquisition | Podcast
Trailmix’s Philippa Layburn reveals the routes to winning user acquisition strategies and creatives