According to a report by the French games trade body SELL (reported by Gamesindustry.biz), consumer spending on video game products in France reached an all-time high of €6.1 billion in 2023. This staggering figure represents a 10% increase compared to 2022 and a 9% uptick from 2020. But what drove this remarkable growth? Let’s explore…
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of illegally maintaining a monopoly over the smartphone market. One of the key areas highlighted in the lawsuit is cloud gaming apps. But what exactly are the allegations, and how could they impact the burgeoning cloud gaming industry?…
The cat-and-mouse game between Nintendo and emulator developers continues. Recently, GitLab received a DMCA takedown notice targeting the Nintendo Switch emulator Suyu. As a result, GitLab disabled the accounts of Suyu’s developers and cut off access to the emulator’s code. What is Suyu and Why Was It Targeted? Suyu was a fork, or modified version,…
Sony’s ambitious foray into the virtual reality gaming market with the $550 worth of PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) appears to be hitting a roadblock. According to recent reports, the tech giant has temporarily halted production of its high-end VR headset to clear a backlog of unsold units. But what went wrong, and can Sony revive its VR…
LinkedIn, the renowned professional networking platform owned by Microsoft, is venturing into uncharted territory – gaming. With over 1 billion users worldwide, LinkedIn is exploring ways to enhance user engagement by incorporating puzzle-based games into its platform. Puzzle-Mania Hits LinkedIn According to reports from TechCrunch, LinkedIn is working on a new gaming experience feature that…
In an exciting move, GOG Games has partnered with Amazon Luna to make its select DRM-free titles available for cloud gaming. This means that you’ll soon be able to enjoy your favorite GOG games on Luna, without the hassle of downloading and installing them on your local machine. How Does This Partnership Work? Once the integration…
MOONTON Games and the Nigerian Nigeria Esports Federation (NESF) join hands to promote Mobile Legends Bang Bang esports in the country. Under this partnership, MOONTON will authorize and support NESF-backed Mobile Legend Bang Bang tournaments in Nigeria. This includes the prestigious National League and its Qualifying events. MOONTON is committing major resources to help grow these…
Supercell, the renowned Finnish game studio behind smash hits like Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars, has announced the end of development of Clash Mini. Clash Mini is/was an auto-chess style game where you placed pieces on a board to automatically battle. You could upgrade certain pieces strategically to gain an advantage and win. The…
The gaming industry is facing challenging times, with cost-cutting measures leading to layoffs, studio closures, and game cancellations. Major releases that could boost sales are few and far between, leaving the industry in uncertainty. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Mat Piscatella from Circana, a tracking firm, projected that the overall spending in the US gaming industry…
In a bold move, Saudi Arabia has announced the establishment of two venture funds worth a staggering $120 million in collaboration with the Social Development Bank (SDB) at the LEAP tech conference in Riyadh. This initiative is part of the country’s Gaming and Esports Financing Programme, aimed at accelerating growth and amplifying the industry’s economic…
