Gaming news highlights Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 launch, major funding rounds, studio expansions, and upcoming ICE Barcelona showcases amid industry growth.
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Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 Kicks Off with Key Industry Talks
Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 has begun, featuring sessions from Arcadia Gaming Partners, Duolingo, and the UK Video Games Council. The event focuses on networking and insights for mobile gaming professionals.
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LVL Zero Opens Applications for Inaugural Gaming Incubator in India
LVL Zero launched applications for its first gaming-focused incubator in India, offering ten teams $10,000 equity-free grants totaling $100,000. This initiative aims to boost emerging developers in the region.
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1SP Agency Acquires MeetToMatch Platform
1SP Agency has acquired the games industry matchmaking platform MeetToMatch, enhancing its data-driven networking and event technology. The deal strengthens capabilities for industry events.
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Rovio Partners with Kingsoft Shiyou to Relaunch Angry Birds in China
Rovio teamed up with Kingsoft Shiyou for the exclusive relaunch of Angry Birds in China, marking a major market return after years. Kingsoft will handle publishing and operations.
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Outfit7 Launches PlayValley Studio for PC and Mobile Expansion
Outfit7 introduced PlayValley, a new studio developing original IPs for PC and mobile to broaden its portfolio beyond existing franchises. This move targets growth in new platforms.
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Ukie and Tencent Expand Games Growth Programme with 30 UK Studios
Ukie and Tencent's Games Growth Programme added 30 UK studios in its new cohort, featuring Accelerator and Scale-up tracks for emerging and high-growth companies. The expansion supports UK game development.
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Arcade Launches Data-First Publishing Model for Casual Studios
Arcade unveiled a new publishing model centered on analytics-driven decisions and hands-on execution for casual and hybrid-casual studios. It emphasizes data to optimize game performance.
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Turborilla Secures $5M Non-Dilutive Funding for User Acquisition
Turborilla raised $5 million in non-dilutive funding to boost user acquisition, following its strongest financial month in over three years. The investment accelerates studio growth.
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Director Confirms Third Game Uses Unreal Engine 4
The director of Final Fantasy 7 Remake explained that the third game will stick with Unreal Engine 4 despite considerations for UE5. Square Enix opted for continuity in development.
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Gaming Analyst Favors Sands and DraftKings Amid Soft Q4 Outlook
J.P. Morgan analyst Daniel Politzer recommends Sands and DraftKings despite gaming stocks facing negativity. This comes ahead of a potentially soft fourth quarter.
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Aristocrat Gaming Prepares Multi-Segment Display for ICE Barcelona 2026
Aristocrat Gaming and Aristocrat Interactive will showcase at ICE Barcelona 2026 starting January 16, highlighting land-based and online offerings. The event features extensive gaming tech displays.