Roblox Ramps Up
Roblox’s Avatar Auto Setup and Texture Generator are the latest AI tools for the 3D space
Roblox reveals two AI-powered tools at GDC
Multiplatform Multiplayer
Multiplatform and multiplayer games overtake single format and single player
Unity’s 2024 Gaming Report reveals a rise in multiplatform development and with a focus on multiplayer
There Can Be Only One
Analytics firm Sensor Tower has just bought rival, Data.ai
The move essentially gives Sensor Tower a clean sweep in the app analytics space
Profit Power
Huuuge Games' profits up 35.1% in 2023 despite falling revenue and DAU
Revenue was down 11% but cost cutting measures helped Huuuge achieve another year of rising profits
Podcast
Innogames’ Deniz Kekeç on building long-lasting relationships with narrative marketing | Podcast
The PocketGamer.biz podcast team and guests give you the state of play every week. Here's where to get it and what's inside this week's episode…
Retention Vs Revenue
In-app purchases decline but ad revenues is up 26.7% despite falling player retention
Unity’s 2024 Gaming Report finds retention rates and IAPs are down, but there's still plenty of room to make money
Powering Prototypes
Game development time slowed in 2023 despite AI tech, but 71% celebrate its strengths
Unity’s Gaming Report 2024 reveals a slowdown from 218 days to 304 in average development
Marketing Strategies
Open World launches Game Dev Division for market strategies and support
CEO Josh Swartz says, “What we ultimately want to do is to offer publishers and studios a turnkey solution."
Vision 2030
Savvy Games Group unveils strategic vision in new leadership video
CEO Brian Ward says, “Savvy Games Group is on a fast track to be one of the leading players in games and entertainment anywhere in the world."
Podcast | Episode 03
Inside Supercell's new development structure and TikTok's potential US ban | Week in Mobile Games podcast
The PocketGamer.biz podcast team give you the state of play every week. Here's where to get it and and what's inside this week's episode 03…
Pgc San Francisco
Learn how you could use AI in game development at PG Connects San Francisco
Explore AI's role in game development, to enhance player experiences, optimize performance, and efficiently create dynamic, immersive virtual worlds
Week That Was
Week in Views - The return of M&A, killing your darlings and Monopoly WHOA!
The Pocketgamer.biz team pick their highlights from the headlines this week and deliver the stories behind the stories
Pick Up The Pieces
Tencent takes on two ByteDance game studios as the social giant continues to get out of games
The teams have been combined into a single new company, Saluosi, which is 100% Tencent owned
Speaker Spotlight
Ludo.ai CEO Tom Pigott to share insights on practical uses for AI in game development at PGC San Francisco
Pigott will take part in a fireside chat entitled 'How AI is Shaking up Game Development in 2024'.
Indie Competition Sponsor
PG Connects San Francisco: Empowering indie game devs with The Very Big Indie Pitch and Xsolla Funding
The Very Big Indie Pitch showcases innovative projects, offers expert insights, and provides funding opportunities through Xsolla Funding sponsorship
In-game Events
Sega and Rovio's deal bears first consumer-facing fruit across FIVE game collabs
After testing the water pre-Sega/Rovio buyout, now Angry Birds and Sonic are cross-promoting in a week-long multi-game special event
Pgc San Francisco
Future Formats, investment and indie developers at PG Connects San Francisco
Discover investment advice and funding ideas, the technologies shaping the future and the best in indie development this March 19th
Passing The Test
Supercell reveal Spark, applying science and psychology to build better teams and games
Taking game making to the next level, Supercell’s new internal system for getting ideas greenlit is sure to raise a few eyebrows…
Ramadan Kareem
Ramadan festivities unfold across mobile with a host of new content and events
We've compiled a selection of the most innovative and captivating in-game events and promotions
Pgc San Francisco
Gain valuable insights into the game development process at PG Connects San Francisco
Hear from games developers, how they've innovated and lessons learned along the way
Mini Makeover
Supercell axes Clash Mini as "bold changes" get underway, but there’s still hope…
Supercell swing the axe once more… But Clash Mini won’t be shuttered but integrated into Clash Royale
Pgc San Francisco
Scopely’s Massimo Maietti to discuss the record-breaking hit Monopoly GO! at Pocket Gamer Connects San Francisco
Head to the show for a fireside chat on how Monopoly GO! rolled to the top of the charts and united Monopoly fans across the globe
Pgc San Francisco
Get practical tips on every aspect of game development at PG Connects San Francisco
Everything a growing developer needs: essential, practical advice about all aspects of making games this March 19th
Billion Brilliance
Monopoly GO makes $2 billion in 10 months with "less than a quarter" of that spent on UA
Over 70% of the game's 10 million+ players play the game every day
Mergers & Acquisitions
Nazara Technologies commits $100 million to expand globally through M&A deals
“We are particularly focused on investing in and acquiring gaming studios globally..." said CEO Nitish Mittersain
Rising Stars
One-Punch Man World and NBA Infinite are this February's app ranking breakout stars
Data.ai's monthly gaming pulse for February reveals which new games globally are the ones to watch
Apple Vs Dma
Apple adds direct web downloads to EU's app distribution options
Plus clarification of their rules makes it plain that app stores can only ever feature apps made by that store's owner
Crossplay Capabilities
Adjust integrates Google Play Games for PC to enable cross-platform measurement
Marketers can now directly attribute installs to PC campaigns
Destination Dubai
Discover Dubai's metropolitan marvels at the Dubai GameExpo Summit
Discover Dubai's marvels and plan your ultimate adventure in this forward-thinking metropolis for the upcoming GameExpo Summit
Shifting Shares
Shift Up’s projected valuation up to $2.3 billion after Goddess of Victory: Nikke’s success
Tencent is currently Shift Up’s biggest investor with a 24% stake
Rewarded Play
Unity’s offerwall product Tapjoy launches Daily Rewards to boost re-engagement
Tapjoy is delivering new ad features to give advertisers tools to help lure back players on a daily basis
Web3 Gaming
Animoca Brands and KACST to launch Web3 Hub in Saudi Arabia
The partnership and the Web3 Hub will include collaborative research in Web3, blockchain, gaming, AI, and the metaverse
Mena Musings
From esports to Heinz, everyone talks gaming at MENA’s Dubai Lynx
ESL Faceit Group, Emirates and Heinz discuss game industry wins
India-themed Gaming
Krafton opens pre-registration for India exclusive Garuda Saga
Eager to appease local regulators, equipped with a bow and arrow, Garuda must vanquish enemies and perfect his skills and powers to succeed
Monetisation Strategies
Balancy raises $700K to transform game monetization and live ops
Balancy has partnered with more than 100 games since it was established in 2022
Pgc San Francisco
Learn essential UA and retention techniques at PG Connects San Francisco
Essential insight into user acquisition, retention techniques, and how to grow your game this March 18th
Apple Arcade Addition
The Battle of Polytopia+ lands on Apple Arcade with DLC perks
Eight years and 20 million downloads later, The Battle of Polytopia joins Apple’s subscription service with DLC included
Podcast
Innogames’ secrets for extending the lifespan of legacy games | Podcast
The PocketGamer.biz podcast team and guests give you the state of play every week. Here's where to get it and and what's inside this week's episode…
Mobile Must-have
Mobile games expertise a "must-have" as sector projected to generate $195 billion by 2030
GlobalData’s Mobile Gaming Thematic Intelligence report predicts "most gamers will embrace mobile gaming in the next few years"
Ambitious Ads
Eric Futoran talks balancing player experience, sustainability, and monetisation
Embrace CEO and former Scopely co-founder discusses player engagement, ad engagement, and game mechanics with Half Moon Studios CEO Pieter Kooyman
Studio Rebrand
Epic Story Interactive transitions to Nightmarket Games
The company says the rebrand symbolizes a reaffirmation of its dedication to vision, team, and community.
Podcast | Episode 02
Apple battles Epic Games, Fortnite and the DMA | Week in Mobile Games podcast
The PocketGamer.biz podcast team give you the state of play every week. Here's where to get it and and what's inside this week's episode 02…
Groundhog Day
Apple reinstates Epic Games’ App Store developer account as EU’s Digital Markets Act bites
He's having the worst day of his life... over, and over again.
Week That Was
Week in Views - Apple Vs Epic Vs The EU, a $1.8 billion Euro fine and Capcom gives everyone a pay rise
The Pocketgamer.biz team pick their highlights from the headlines this week and deliver the stories behind the stories
Pgc San Francisco
Discover key trends in monetisation and the role of modern web stores, with PG Connects San Francisco
New advertising formats, IAPs, web stores and other monetisation developments this March 18th
Job News
'Older' executives at Alibaba's Lingxi Games to step aside
Alibaba has prioritised promoting people born after 1985 to its key management positions
International Women's Day
Women in Games CEO Marie-Claire Isaaman: "A note to men: This International Women's Day it's all about you…"
"Now, before you raise an eyebrow, hear me out."
Dubai Gameexpo On Sale
Premier Networking for Early Bird Discounts, the Dubai GameExpo Summit is on sale now!
Get your tickets now for The Dubai GameExpo Summit in May, a b2b games conference experience like no other!
There Is Only War
EU regulators go gunning for Apple following their latest Epic spat
Game on… Apple may have side-stepped the DMA but their latest toddler feud with Epic has roused the EU's sleeping legal giant once more
Monster Milestone
Monster Hunter Now climbs to $150 million in time for six month anniversary
Japan remains the biggest spender by far, followed by Hong Kong and Taiwan