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About Isa Muhammad is the Lead MENA Reporter at PocketGamer.biz, spearheading the team's Middle East & Africa games coverage. He's been in games media for over seven years and is steadily writing his way to the sharp end of journalism. If he's not reading, playing games or catching up on his favorite TV shows, he's probably writing about them.

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Call of Duty Warzone: Mobile ready for battle with 50 million players on board

Call of Duty Warzone: Mobile ready for battle with 50 million players on board

The latest CoD is ready to drop on March 21 with a record-breaking number of pre-registrations set to make it the biggest mobile launch of the year

Could jobs platform LinkedIn be on the brink of getting into games?

Could jobs platform LinkedIn be on the brink of getting into games?

LinkedIn is rumoured to be developing on-platform gaming experiences, drawing inspiration from the puzzle craze that propelled games like Wordle

Keywords, Active Fence, Take This, and Modulate create Gaming Safety Coalition

Safety & Integrity

Keywords, Active Fence, Take This, and Modulate create Gaming Safety Coalition

Bolstering the safety and integrity of online video game communities.

Cloud gaming's Gamestream secures €4.5m in funding to fuel growth

Investment News

Cloud gaming's Gamestream secures €4.5m in funding to fuel growth

Co-founder and president Ivan Lebeau says, "Few people can afford to buy a console, and even fewer can afford games for €70 each."

Open World launches Game Dev Division for market strategies and support

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."

Savvy Games Group unveils strategic vision in new leadership video

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."

Ramadan festivities unfold across mobile with a host of new content and events

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

Nazara Technologies commits $100 million to expand globally through M&A deals

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

Blockus secures $4M in pre-seed funding for its plans to transform Web3 gaming

Blockus secures $4M in pre-seed funding for its plans to transform Web3 gaming

The funding will help to accelerate growth, expand its team, enhance sales, and boost product development

UG Labs secures $7 million to create games from speech

Ai-fuelled Tools

UG Labs secures $7 million to create games from speech

The company aims to facilitate open-ended AI-powered conversations that can create games and enhance gameplay

Kaedim secures $15 million investment for AI-powered 3D asset creation

Investment News

Kaedim secures $15 million investment for AI-powered 3D asset creation

The platform offers a toolkit to assist creators in crafting 3D assets, to complement rather than replace artists' efforts

Animoca Brands and KACST to launch Web3 Hub in Saudi Arabia

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

Krafton opens pre-registration for India exclusive Garuda Saga

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

Balancy raises $700K to transform game monetization and live ops

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

Epic Story Interactive transitions to Nightmarket Games

Epic Story Interactive transitions to Nightmarket Games

The company says the rebrand symbolizes a reaffirmation of its dedication to vision, team, and community.

'Older' executives at Alibaba's Lingxi Games to step aside

'Older' executives at Alibaba's Lingxi Games to step aside

Alibaba has prioritised promoting people born after 1985 to its key management positions

Rafael Morgan of CrazyGames to discuss Alternative Monetisation Strategies at PGC San Francisco

Rafael Morgan of CrazyGames to discuss Alternative Monetisation Strategies at PGC San Francisco

Morgan will be taking part in a panel session ‘Supercharge your Revenue: Exploring Alternative Monetisation Strategies'

Women in Games CEO Marie-Claire Isaaman:

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."

Gamecity Hamburg allocates €400,000 for game prototypes

Funding For Games

Gamecity Hamburg allocates €400,000 for game prototypes

Both small and medium-sized start-ups and studios located in Hamburg can submit applications

SuperGears Games appoints Frank Sagnier as chairman of its advisory board

SuperGears Games appoints Frank Sagnier as chairman of its advisory board

Sagnier will support SuperGears in realising its future plans in the racing genre

India on track to become a leading gaming hub as esports players hit 2.5m in 2024

India on track to become a leading gaming hub as esports players hit 2.5m in 2024

The number of smartphone users in India remains a driving factor of its overall gaming industry growth

Valeo reveals Unity-powered in-car gaming experience Valeo Racer

Valeo reveals Unity-powered in-car gaming experience Valeo Racer

The game uses Unity tech to integrate a vehicle’s real surroundings into the game, including buildings, roads and traffic

Mattel teams up with StoryToys for new Thomas & Friends mobile app

Mattel teams up with StoryToys for new Thomas & Friends mobile app

The toy giant continues its program of expanding its famous brands to take presence in the digital space

Tennis Clash developer Wildlife Studios lays off 133 staff

Tennis Clash developer Wildlife Studios lays off 133 staff

"Our investment in new games remains unaffected"

Brazil's games industry increases number of studios and staff in spite of layoffs trend

Brazil's games industry increases number of studios and staff in spite of layoffs trend

The nation's industry professionals rose by 6.3% to 13,225.

Masters of the Universe joins Stumble Guys in new retro crossover

New Partnerships

Masters of the Universe joins Stumble Guys in new retro crossover

The new collab will allow players to explore a new realm within the Stumbleverse and experience a new racing map

Kwalee launches new mobile publishing platform Hitseeker

Kwalee launches new mobile publishing platform Hitseeker

The publisher aims to help mobile developers “navigate the complexities of mobile game development”

505 Games downsizes operations, closes offices in Spain, France and Germany

505 Games downsizes operations, closes offices in Spain, France and Germany

The news first broke as part of the company's initial announcement in November 2023

Carry1st partners with Electronic Arts to expand FC Mobile growth in Africa

February 29, 2024

New Payment Gateway

Carry1st partners with Electronic Arts to expand FC Mobile growth in Africa

The publisher is also offering players limited-time bonuses on FC Points and Silver through the Carry1st Shop until March 17

Industry veterans co-found Simply Sweet Games with plans to “revolutionize the word game genre

February 29, 2024

Mobile Game Debut

Industry veterans co-found Simply Sweet Games with plans to “revolutionize the word game genre"

Tina Merry and Carina Kom's new studio will “redefine gaming with a global team, sustainable hiring, and inclusive creativity"

Vibe.co secures $22.5M to for SMB streaming TV ad platform

February 29, 2024

Vibe.co secures $22.5M to for SMB streaming TV ad platform

The company plans to grow its employee roster from 40 to 110 in late 2024

Sega taps ex-Disney and Scopely exec Justin Scarpone to lead transmedia division

February 29, 2024

Sega taps ex-Disney and Scopely exec Justin Scarpone to lead transmedia division

With more than 30 years of experience, Scarpone has a proven track record in developing entertainment strategies across Asia Pacific and the West

Apple faces pressure from major shareholders to disclose AI plans

February 28, 2024

Apple faces pressure from major shareholders to disclose AI plans

Investors argue that Apple's silence on all things AI impairs their ability to assess future risks (and make money right now)

Playtika no longer up for sale as it pays share dividends and promises more M&A

February 27, 2024

Financial Outlook

Playtika no longer up for sale as it pays share dividends and promises more M&A

Their latest numbers have prompted the company to pause its "strategic alternatives process" which saw them halting work on new titles and changing direction

Rovio launches two new educational Angry Birds games to make learning fun

February 26, 2024

Educational Games

Rovio launches two new educational Angry Birds games to make learning fun

Angry Birds Eggstraction and Angry Birds and the Multiplication Portal keep the series moving forwards

EA lays off staff after sunsetting MLB Tap Sports and F1 Mobile Racing

February 26, 2024

EA lays off staff after sunsetting MLB Tap Sports and F1 Mobile Racing

“Unfortunately, the game was unable to meet our performance expectations".

Why has Apple killed Web Apps in Europe?

February 23, 2024

Why has Apple killed Web Apps in Europe?

Once the only way to get your app on iPhone, Steve Jobs "sweet solution" is now officially dead in Europe as Apple gets heavy handed following the EU's digital markets act

“2023 was a shitty year. 2024 will probably be even more shittier

February 23, 2024

Rallying The Troops

“2023 was a shitty year. 2024 will probably be even more shittier": EGDF president Hendrik Lesser talks tough

The European Games Developer Federation's president spells out his thoughts and confidence in a comeback in an open letter

Zeptolab's Om Nom Stories lands 25 season deal with Disney+

February 22, 2024

New Partnerships

Zeptolab's Om Nom Stories lands 25 season deal with Disney+

The collaboration with Disney+ offers Cut the Rope a new audience, bridging the gap between gaming and animated series

Networking event Unwind is now the South Australian Games Association

February 22, 2024

Community Growth

Networking event Unwind is now the South Australian Games Association

“Our goal is to grow the South Australian games industry into the largest state games sector in Australia," says SAGA

XPLA secures funding from Play Ventures to foster Web3 innovation

February 22, 2024

Investment News

XPLA secures funding from Play Ventures to foster Web3 innovation

The strategic investment signifies a milestone for XPLA by positioning the platform towards accelerated growth within the gaming industry

Venture capital funding set to remain subdued through 2024

February 21, 2024

Vc Trends Report

Venture capital funding set to remain subdued through 2024

Pitchbook expects the fundraising gap between content and development startups to become narrow due to alterations in the investor landscape.

Honor of Kings makes MENA debut ahead of Esports World Cup

February 21, 2024

Honor of Kings makes MENA debut ahead of Esports World Cup

The popular MOBA game will make its way to MENA for the first time since its 2015 launch

Netflix and Ubisoft announce Rainbow Six SMOL mobile game

February 20, 2024

Netflix and Ubisoft announce Rainbow Six SMOL mobile game

The new, officially licenced mobile exclusive offers “a tiny, whimsical take on the Rainbow Six universe."

AppLovin shines in Q4 2023 with stellar financial results

February 20, 2024

AppLovin shines in Q4 2023 with stellar financial results

The company's total revenue in 2023 amounted to $3.3 billion, marking a 17% year-over-year increase

GameCentric secures $1.5 million angel investment to fuel growth in MENA

February 20, 2024

GameCentric secures $1.5 million angel investment to fuel growth in MENA

The gaming platform aims to add more features to extend its footprint beyond the GCC & MENA region

Honor of Kings Midseason Invitational to feature at Esports World Cup

February 19, 2024

Esports World Cup

Honor of Kings Midseason Invitational to feature at Esports World Cup

To celebrate the event, Esports World Cup and Honor of Kings will launch an exclusive in-game skin for fans.

Monumental acquires Coin Dozer publisher Game Circus

February 19, 2024

More Acquisitions

Monumental acquires Coin Dozer publisher Game Circus

“We're happy and excited to partner with Monty and his very talented team at Monumental," said Games Circus CEO Donnie Thompson

Paramount Global lays off Nickelodeon's entire Noggin team

February 19, 2024

Paramount Global lays off Nickelodeon's entire Noggin team

The company is set to lay off 800 employees, approximately 3% of its total workforce

AdInMo taps John Rankin as new chief revenue officer

February 16, 2024

AdInMo taps John Rankin as new chief revenue officer

"It does feel like I’m coming home," said Rankin.