Financials
Embracer financials see lukewarm Q4 performance
The latest figures come alongside news of the collapse of $2bn deal
Interview
AppsFlyer’s Adam Smart on why cross-platform is the future
AppsFlyer has launched a new multi-platform measurement solution, perfectly timed to catch the new wave of cross-platform content
No Deal
Embracer loses out on $2bn deal at the eleventh-hour
The deal, according to CEO Lars Wingefor, was in the verbal agreement stage before being unexpectedly scuttled
Mobile X Console
Backbone and PlayStation bring the Backbone One peripheral to Android
The launch follows the release of Backbone One - PlayStation Edition for iOS
Creating Connection
BebopBee raises $4 million in funding to inspire "real-world connection" through mobile game brands
Investment from Bitkraft Ventures, Courtside Ventures, Andover, Goal Ventures and more
Showcase 2023
Sony teases push into live service and cross-platform publishing
The first information of future plans lands prior to tonight's PlayStation Showcase 2023 event
Xsolla Drops
Xsolla increases community engagement with Xsolla Drops
The campaign-based tool helps developers accelerate user acquisition and retain current players
Dungeon Hunter
GOAT Games obtains licence for Gameloft’s Dungeon Hunter Franchise
The franchise’s fifth entry was Gameloft’s highest ever revenue generating game at launch
Game Dev Rebellion
The Activism Game: How games can provoke positive change for good
Game designer and developer Daniel Fernández Galeote on how developers can play their part and motivate pro-environmental action
Q&a
Cygames' Euro and US branches make new connections with the West
“Our new branches will enable us to further strengthen our Western marketing approach”
Stellar Speaker Line-up
Meet the brilliant speakers of the Dubai GameExpo Summit!
Enjoy a sneak peek at the incredible speaker line-up we have joining us in Dubai this June 21st to 22nd!
Feature
The key to successful hypercasual prototypes
Director of Publishing at Supersonic Nir Regev shares how to best build your next prototype
Back With A Bang
PG Connects Seattle was our most forward-gazing show in North America yet – here’s what you missed!
Our first North American show of the year welcomed more than 700 delegates, 390 companies, 110 speakers and 30 countries represented!
Expansion
AppsFlyer keeps pace with cross-platform marketing and measurement tools
Game makers can get the stats they need and feel the benefit across multiple platforms
Q&a
Rusty Lake co-founder Robin Ras celebrates success and shares what's next for the studio
Creating a shared, surrealistic world for their games is just one part of what makes Rusty Lake unique…
Breakthrough Gaming
Asset 15 is a new AR game from the director of The Bourne Identity
Studio 30 Ninjas was founded by director-producer Doug Liman
Collaborations
Outfit7 brings Talking Tom to in-car entertainment
The studio will partner with Google for their first in-car collaboration
Coming Soon
NetEase showcases Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings games and a Vikings crossover
19 games were shown off in the English presentation of the company's latest roundup
Financials
Ten Square financials sees company announcing new “strategic priorities”
Company will be focusing on core games
Financials
Tencent announces positive 2023 first quarter financials
A tantalising glimpse into the goings-on behind the scenes at Tencent
Next Level Hypercasual
It’s the end of an era in hypercasual - we can turn it into a new opportunity
Christoph Sachsenhausen, the managing director of Sunday, explains how the company is leveraging its success in a rapidly changing market
Spreading Sustainability
10 Weeks To Save the Games Industry - The Final Episode
The journey reaches an end with a recap of the 38 incredible games industry figures that took part across 10 weeks of travels
Unmissable Tracks
Dive into Web3, artificial intelligence and esports at Dubai GameExpo Summit!
Dubai GameExpo Summit is happening this June 21st-22nd, get an exclusive look at all the future-gazing content we have lined up for you at the Summit.
All About Dubai
Why Dubai? Learn more about the magnificent location of the Dubai GameExpo Summit!
Dive into Dubai and the growing games industry in the area ahead of our Summit on June 21-22.
Incredible Savings
Save up to £330 on Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki with our limited time Early Bird offer!
Make the most of our unmissable Early Bird offer and save up to £330 on your ticket to PG Connects Helsinki!
Fraudulent Ads
As Apple prepares to open up, they remind us of what's waiting to get onto iOS
Apple rejected 1.7 million unsecure apps and prevented over $2 billion in fraudulent transactions last year
Alternative App Stores
Hill Climb Racing 2 launches on alternative app stores
Hill Climb Racing 2 launches on alternative app stores
Video Ads
Mintegral launches Smart Video Capture and Editor for Playturbo
The feature allows advertisers to create multiple ads at once while easing localisation
Meet The Industry
Discover industry-leading networking opportunities in Toronto next month
Make the most of PG Connects’ unmissable matchmaking opportunities and pitching competition coming to Toronto this summer.
Anniversary
Hutch celebrates fifth anniversary of Top Drives with new short film
The studio published the automotive card-collector game in 2017
Expanding Markets
My.Games to establish new regional hub in Abu Dhabi
The European publisher takes a step into the MENA market
Sea Financials
Sea Group sees Q1 success, but digital entertainment disappoints
The company generated $3 billion in revenue, despite a 43% decrease in digital entertainment revenue
Interview
CipSoft’s Manuel Roth discusses TibiaME’s past, and its future
The mobile MMORPG recently celebrated its 20th anniversary - but what’s the secret to its success?
Week That Was
Week in Views - What caught our eyes in the last seven days
The Pocketgamer.biz team take their pick of this weeks big news and discuss unexpected returns, making millions and losing them too…
China Chimes In
China approves Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition
Yet another approval counter to the UK’s decision
Nordcurrent Financials
Nordcurrent saw a 42% increase in revenue last year, despite a turbulent market
The Lithuanian game maker saw increases in both revenue and EBITDA
Q&a
Sybo and Outplay on the collaboration behind Subway Surfers Blast
We caught up with Sybo and Outplay CEOs Mathias Gredal Nørvig and Douglas Hare on the latest addition to the Subway Surfers franchise
Legislation
BattleGrounds Mobile India to be ‘unbanned’
Just as Krafton promised, the PUBG spin-off will once again be “available for download soon”
Award Winners
Infinite Lagrange, Stumble Guys, and Angry Birds Dream Blast win big at NYX Awards
All three games scooped up multiple awards at the ceremony
Adjoe Report
Playtime, installs, and market growth: Who are the mobile industry’s top performers?
Adjoe breaks down the gaming market to identify the top games in mobile’s most popular genres
Regulations
Major mobile titles not compliant with South-Korean gacha laws
Mobile games are part of a list of 16 titles not compliant with voluntary guidelines
Netmarble Financials
Netmarble drew 84% of its revenue from overseas sources in Q1 2023
The company saw declines in both revenue and EBITDA, but there are reasons to be optimistic
Film & Tv
Mobile hit Space Marshals to become an animated series
A new deal with developers Pixelbite includes both a TV series and movie
Financials
TakeTwo full-year financials highlight Zynga acquisition and performance
The mobile publisher and developer was acquired in 2022
A Crazy Idea
Want expert help to make your next project awesome? Meet F2P CAMPUS
Spend two months in Spain developing your game surrounded by industry professionals
Releases
TakeOne score major brand-power with the release of the BLACKPINK game
The high-value branding deal allows players to play as the manager of the hit Korean girl band
Web
Kwalee partners with CrazyGames to bring mobile titles to the web
11 Kwalee titles will be available on the CrazyGames web platform
Q&a
Fingersoft CEO Jaakko Kylmäoja on the future of their hit Hill Climb Racing
Fingersoft focuses on staff well being as they gear up for future releases
Showcase
NetEase Connect showcase to reveal new titles and more
Their 2023 event is coming soon, featuring guest appearances and exclusive reveals
Acquiblizz
“It’s really important that we own this decision." The EU responds to the UK CMA’s Microsoft merger comments
The EU commission cements its stance on the Activision Blizzard takeover following the UK CMA's mixed messages yesterday