Super Squad
Squad Busters is out now! Supercell finally launches a new game
Squad Busters marks Supercell’s first game in over five years to reach global release
Missing Millions
Supercell's big Squad Busters mistake and how they're missing out on millions
Božo Janković explains how Squad Busters lack of ads could add up to a mountain of lost revenue
Mobile Mavens
Mobile Mavens: The industry wades in on Squad Busters from its “transformative impact” to being “corporate box ticking”
We asked the industry what it thinks of the sixth Supercell game to get a global launch
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Super Squad
Squad Busters releases globally tomorrow… But is it REALLY the next big thing?
Supercell’s sixth mobile game is almost here but as it gears for launch, how's the future hit performing?
Release Date Revealed
Zenless Zone Zero July 4th release date confirmed as pre-registrations surpass Honkai: Star Rail’s
When HoYoverse has a new game, everyone takes notice, and a July 4th release date for its latest RPG is sooner than we thought
New Partnerships
Odeeo and Evolution Media Group team up to bring in-game audio ads across MENA
Games account for 50% of app downloads in MENA, which is 10% higher than the global average
Masterclass
PocketGamer.biz MasterClass 2024 survey - what do you want covered?
From liveops to monetisation - which subjects would you like covered - and in what format?
Next Level Marketing
Squad Busters ad calls in big-name talent for its global launch
The game's live-action ad features Chris Hemsworth, Christina Ricci and more as real-world depictions of their in-game heroes
Funding News
Anomaly's AI-powered gaming platform attracts $1.45 million in funding
The latest round of funding has amped up Anomaly's value to $11.4 million
Deconstruction
Game Analysis: The evolution of idle RPG systems
Jakub Remiar goes under the hood of Lilith Games AFK journey to share the improvements it makes in the idle RPG genre
Hot Five
Hot Five: Disney x Fortnite, Sega’s sonic speed, and a potential Keywords Studios buyout
Our quick-fix roundup of the hottest stories on PocketGamer.biz
Milestone
Dream Games surpasses $3 billion in player spending
Nearly 100% of its revenue comes from tile-matching game Royal Match
Interview
“There has been an increase in funding opportunities for African developers with more exciting times to come"
Dash Studios CEO John Ikpeme on the future of the African gaming landscape, his current projects and the pursuit of funding in Africa
Game (still) On
Moonton not for sale as Bytedance stays in the game with new CEO
Rumours of Moonton being cut adrift following Bytedance's reversal out of the games biz seem to have been premature…
Market Insight
Case study: How Supercent’s games made it to the top in a stagnating hypercasual market
A closer look at Supercent’s games reveals some best practices to gain a competitive edge in today's challenging market
Podcast | Episode 13
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Week That Was
Week in Views - Bytedance's fancy footwork, Sega's soaring success and PlayStation's mobile mania
The Pocketgamer.biz team pick their highlights from the headlines this week and deliver the stories behind the stories
Now Hear This
Google don't like Epic's proposals (and want everyone to know about it)
The next round of Epic Vs Google is in progress and Google want their side of the argument up front and out in advance
Format Failure
Fall Damage Studio declared bankrupt by parent company Fragbite Group
The Swedish studio was unable to pay debts and could not secure a publishing deal on their unreleased PC game
Lessons In Law
DMCA know-how: How to protect your rights and assets in 2024
Over 25 years after the introduction of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act it's still working to protect rights and ownership. Here's how to wield its power
New Partnerships
Saudi Arabia partners with Japan to create original anime and gaming content
The KSA aims to develop a local gaming industry that includes localizing Japanese games for the Saudi market
Earnings Report
Flexion reports strongest Q1 to date as revenue hits £18.3 million
The alternative storefronts company experienced a substantial 58% rise in total gross profit of £4 million
Mavens
Mobile Mavens: The Unity aftermath… Can it reignite the faith or are doubts only growing?
Our industry experts discuss the current industry sentiment toward Unity after last year's Runtime fee farrago
Five New Games
New release roundup: The best new mobile games from the potently papery to an RPG parody
We highlight five new games that have broken cover and are all set to do big business
People Power
Will your players earn you the Pocket Gamer People's Choice Award 2024?
Don't miss your chance to shine. Submissions close midnight on June 17th
Eager Experience
NetEase’s Once Human opens up mobile pre-registrations after 13 million on PC
Once Human will be a "seamless" cross-play experience on PC and mobile
Cloud Gaming Insights
Cloud gaming had just 6% of gamers in 2023 but will be worth $22 billion by 2030
Cloud gaming subs will grow from 184 million in 2023 to 687 million in 2030 according to a new report from GlobalData
Backend Burnout
Top mobile devs spend a "startling" $21 million on game backends
A Metaplay survey finds that deploying game developers to backend development leads to higher crunch rates and staff turnover
Super Sonic
Sega reaches financial targets one full year ahead of schedule in record fiscal year
Sega’s revenues and profits were the highest in 10 years in FY2023
Wanted: Help!
PlayStation's mobile aspirations are alive, well, and recruiting
A new job ad for a mobile platform architect not only reveals Sony's ambitious plans for mobile, but just how far they've got to catch up
New Offerings
Papergames launches new international brand Infold Games
The brand focuses on creating video games that foster emotional connections and immersive experiences
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Anniversary
The Gaming Lab Jordan celebrates 13 years of innovation
Nour Khrais of Maysalward on 13 years of empowering Jordan's youth and the history of their annual App Challenge
Ditching Fatalism
Using first-party data: Your gold mine of insights, opportunities, and strategic potential
There's no point in fretting about tighter privacy. Nefta’s Fernando Pernica has all the advice you need to make best use of the data you already have
Ugc Investment
“I would love to invest in a studio that’s making a play on Roblox and Fortnite”
Nordic Game Panel discusses Roblox, Fortnite and the games industry's cross-platform future
Winners Revealed
Homa, Madbox and TapNation named as top tech startups by the French government
Winners will get support from a dedicated manager, increased visibility, regulatory assistance, and access to events, alongside tailored support from the French Tech Correspondents network
Record Revenue
Bandai Namco’s sales soar while profits plummet, as mobile hardly gets a mention
Record net sales were achieved in fiscal year 2024 but operating and recurring profits fell
Tiga Stands Firm
TIGA urges UK government to embrace graduate visa for international students
TIGA CEO Dr Richard Wilson says “International students bring different ideas and perspectives, benefiting both domestic students and universities."
Financials
Serbia's 15 most successful gaming companies made €175m in 2023
The Serbian Games Association reports revenue is up 17% year-on-year with 475 new positions being opened this year
Strategic Growth
Netflix to launch in-house ad tech with global rollout set for 2025
The move will see the streaming platform compete against other industry giants with ad servers such as Amazon and Google
Epic Disney
Disney will let Fortnite creators use its IP to make games
Entertainment giant will offer developers "the opportunity to create their own wholly unique Disney-themed gaming experiences"
Congratulations
Unity for Humanity Grant winners revealed
The results of Unity's annual competition are in, with winners and honorees receiving bespoke grants from a pool of $500,000
Pgc Helsinki
Want to be a speaker at Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki this October?
Build your brand with an audience of games industry professionals
Skills Gap
Evolving the leadership at Sumo to bridge the industry skills gap
Jenny Muhlwa shares her insight into the gaming industry's skills gap and how Sumo’s Evolve leadership programme aims to deliver the goods
Hot Five
Hot Five: AppLovin revenue surges 48% Y/Y, Plarium and Big Fish up for sale, and a look inside Merge Mansion's growth
Our quick-fix roundup of the hottest stories on PocketGamer.biz
Financials
Tencent first quarter revenue sails past $22.5 billion - up 6% year-on-year
The company enjoyed huge growth in Q1, highlighting the performance of Honor of Kings and the Supercell portfolio as key components to their success
Job Cuts
Phoenix Labs cancels projects and lays off staff in new restructuring
"This restructure has not come easily, and truly has been the last resort to ensure Phoenix Labs can survive, and thrive in the long term"
Podcast | Episode 12
Xbox's mobile games store and Unity vs. AppLovin | Week in Mobile Games podcast
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Week That Was
Week in Views - From Aristocrat's big gamble to Take 2's big game…
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