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Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 Kicks Off with Major Talks
Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026 begins with key sessions from Arcadia Gaming Partners, Duolingo, and the UK Video Games Council. The event unites industry leaders for networking and insights. Around 3,000 attendees gathered for two days of resilience and optimism.
Netflix Unveils Cloud-First Games Strategy
Netflix announces a shift to cloud-based games on TV, expanding beyond mobile. This marks a new direction in its gaming portfolio. The company plans broader cloud gaming accessibility.
Sanddrifter Studio Launches in Abu Dhabi
New developer Sanddrifter Studio opens in Abu Dhabi, developing its debut mobile title with future PC and console plans. This boosts regional game development. Expansion aims at diverse platforms.
Ubisoft Proposes 200 Voluntary Redundancies in France
Ubisoft offers 200 voluntary redundancies at its France headquarters amid a major restructure. The changes aim to make the company more 'gamer-centric'. This includes moving mobile studios into a new Creative House.
Xbox Hardware Revenue Declines 29 Percent
Microsoft reports a 29% drop in Xbox hardware revenue for Q1 FY2026, with overall gaming revenue down 2%. Focus shifts to AI and cloud services amid price hikes. Demand pressures continue.
Saudi Arabia Signs MoU for Video Game Startups
Saudi Arabia inks MoU to strengthen its pipeline of video game startups. This supports growing investments in gaming. Efforts aim to bolster local development.
US Congress Voices Concern Over Saudi-Led EA Buyout
Congress members express 'serious concern' regarding a Saudi-led buyout of EA. Regulatory scrutiny intensifies on major acquisitions. Implications for industry ownership debated.
Supercell Opens AI Innovation Lab Applications
Supercell launches applications for its nine-week AI Innovation Lab for AI and games founders. The program turns early ideas into products. Targets top-tier innovators.
RuneScape Hits $3 Billion Lifetime Revenue
RuneScape surpasses $3 billion in total lifetime revenue. The milestone highlights enduring success of the MMORPG. Strong performance noted in business updates.
Subway Surfers City Pre-Registrations Open for February Launch
Subway Surfers City, the next chapter in the IP, opens pre-registrations ahead of February 26, 2026 release. Builds on the franchise's mobile legacy. Excites fans with new content.
1SP Agency Acquires MeetToMatch Platform
1SP Agency buys games industry matchmaking platform MeetToMatch. Enhances networking and business development services. Strengthens industry connections.
Turborilla Secures $5M User Acquisition Funding
Turborilla gains $5 million in non-dilutive funding for growth. Follows strongest financial performance in over three years. Accelerates expansion plans.