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King, the renowned developer behind the addictive mobile phenomenon Candy Crush, has dealt a blow to its staff’s collective bargaining efforts. After a year of negotiations, Microsoft-owned King has declined its employees’ request for a union-backed agreement, citing that their current benefits already surpass what would be offered under such an arrangement. According to an

Secret Mode Takes a Step Forward with Development Studio Opening in Sheffield In a move that promises to bring new life to its existing portfolio, Secret Mode has announced the opening of a development studio in Sheffield. This strategic expansion is set to support internal projects, including ongoing titles and upcoming releases, as well as

Coffee Stain’s Resilience Shines Despite Spinoff Struggles In a heartening display of adaptability, Swedish publisher Coffee Stain has demonstrated its ability to generate significant revenue despite the underwhelming performance of its recent releases. The company’s fiscal report for Q1 2026 shows a 37% increase in net sales, reaching SEK 253 million ($26.6 million). This uptick

European Policymakers Urged to Support Local Game Industry as Global Revenue Soars Past $200 Billion A call to action has been sounded by the German Games Industry Association (Game), urging policymakers across Europe to provide a supportive framework for the local game industry. The association argues that the current regulatory and governmental environment is holding

Unseen Reality’s URXR One Mixed Reality Glasses Make a Splash on Kickstarter, Surpassing $500K in First 24 Hours The wait is over for mixed reality enthusiasts, as Unseen Reality’s highly anticipated URXR One glasses have taken off like a rocket on Kickstarter. In an impressive show of demand, the campaign has already surpassed its initial

A major shift is underway in the world of VR gaming as Beyond Frames Entertainment has announced that it’s selling off the publishing rights to three popular titles, including the critically acclaimed shooter ‘Ghosts of Tabor’, to an undisclosed buyer for a cool $1 million. This move marks a significant change for the studio and

The gaming landscape has just undergone a seismic shift as Electronic Arts (EA), one of the most beloved and iconic game developers in the world, has been taken private by an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign Public Investment Fund (PIF). The $55 billion deal marks a new era for EA, with the company

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, game developers have come together to raise over $130,000 in just five days for a hardship fund aimed at supporting their peers who’ve lost their jobs due to mass layoffs. This extraordinary outpouring of support is a testament to the camaraderie and generosity that defines the gaming industry. The

Roblox Continues Push for Global Digital Safety Standard Amid Child Safety Lawsuits In a bold move that’s generating both praise and criticism, Roblox Corp is doubling down on its efforts to establish a global standard for digital safety. The company’s latest financial report highlights its commitment to protecting children from online threats, even as it

EA’s Dominance in Live Service Revenue Sets Stage for Saudi Merger Completion Electronic Arts (EA) has just published its last financial report as a publicly-traded company, and the numbers are nothing short of impressive. With a take-private merger with an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund expected to conclude later today, EA’s