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EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 Launches Worldwide – A New Era of Mixed Martial Arts Enters the Octagon®

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Friday, October 27, 2023

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), today released EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 worldwide on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.

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  • Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), today released EA SPORTS™ UFC® 5 worldwide on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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    Damage in UFC 5 is depicted in visceral detail with true-to-sport accuracy.
  • More than 64,000 possible facial damage combinations, new fluid physics, and blood and sweat particle systems alter a fighter’s appearance throughout the fight.
  • Developed by EA Vancouver, UFC 5 is rated ESRB M (Mature) and PEGI 16, and is now available on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Atari Acquires Awesomenauts, Swords & Soldiers from Ronimo Games

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atari® — one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — announced today the acquisition of multiple titles from Ronimo Games including Awesomenauts and Swords & Soldiers.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atari® — one of the world's most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — announced today the acquisition of multiple titles from Ronimo Games including Awesomenauts and Swords & Soldiers.
  • “The team at Ronimo developed a well-deserved reputation for character and game design,” said Atari CEO Wade Rosen.
  • Swords & Soldiers was released on PC, PlayStation 3, Nintendo 3Ds, Will, Will U, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms.
  • A 2015 sequel, Swords & Soldiers II Shawarmageddon, was released on Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC.

XREAL Air 2 Series AR Glasses Usher in the Era of Wearable Displays for Gaming, Movies and TV, and More, Available for Pre-Orders Now

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- San Francisco, USA - October 24, 2023 - XREAL's mission is to bring augmented reality (AR) to everyone. XREAL (formerly "Nreal") today announced XREAL Air 2 and XREAL Air 2 Pro for the US, UK, and additional European markets. XREAL opened pre-orders today for the company's latest innovative consumer AR glasses that will ship to customers starting in November. The eagerly anticipated XREAL Air 2 series builds on the momentum of its predecessor, XREAL Air, the first consumer AR glasses introduced to the world in 2022.

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  • XREAL (formerly "Nreal") today announced XREAL Air 2 and XREAL Air 2 Pro for the US, UK, and additional European markets.
  • The eagerly anticipated XREAL Air 2 series builds on the momentum of its predecessor, XREAL Air, the first consumer AR glasses introduced to the world in 2022.
  • The XREAL Air 2 series marks the third AR glasses product XREAL has brought onto the world stage.
  • XREAL Air 2 series AR glasses are expected to be available from Amazon beginning in November.

JLab's Nightfall Headset Is The First Salvo From Its New Gaming Division

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

San Diego, CA, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JLab is charging back into the gaming category with the launch of the Nightfall Wired ($39.99) gaming headset on October 5, 2023.

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  • San Diego, CA, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JLab is charging back into the gaming category with the launch of the Nightfall Wired ($39.99) gaming headset on October 5, 2023.
  • The multiplatform Nightfall Wired is the first release in JLab's upcoming collection of headphones, keyboards, and mice tailored explicitly for the gaming community.
  • A Bluetooth version of the Nightfall, along with other headsets and peripherals for gamers, will make their debut in 2024 .
  • "JLab isn't new to gaming, but the launch of Nightfall levels up our brand with a collection that speaks directly to this audience.

Xsolla Announces Acquisition of Lightstream, Rainmaker and API.stream

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, is thrilled to announce its strategic acquisition of Lightstream, Rainmaker and API.stream from Videndum, the parent company.

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  • Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, is thrilled to announce its strategic acquisition of Lightstream, Rainmaker and API.stream from Videndum, the parent company.
  • Xsolla Partner Network already serves as a one-stop solution for engaging developers and publishers and exploring new revenue and rewards opportunities.
  • "Xsolla is committed to supporting creators and providing them with the tools they need to succeed," said Chris Hewish, CEO of Xsolla.
  • For more information about the acquisition of Lightstream, Rainmaker and API.stream, please visit: xsolla.pro/lightstream-acquisition

Mitgo launches Mitgame - an online gaming partner network for app growth and user acquisition

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitgo , a global tech company, launches Mitgame , a specialised one-stop partner network and user acquisition platform for games and online gaming services.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitgo , a global tech company, launches Mitgame , a specialised one-stop partner network and user acquisition platform for games and online gaming services.
  • Released as a stand-alone business in 2023, Mitgame grew out of the online gaming segment of performance network Admitad, a Mitgo company.
  • In the last 12 months, online gaming revenues across Admitad's partner network grew by more than 50%, with the US and Germany as the most significant markets.
  • Seeing rapid growth, it was decided to launch Mitgame as a separate business entity with a separate business model focussing exclusively on the online gaming market.

DORITOS®, MTN DEW® & ROCKSTAR® ENERGY DRINK JOIN FORCES WITH XBOX TO REWARD PLAYERS EVERY TIME THEY GAME WITH THEIR FAVES

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gamer go-tos DORITOS, MTN DEW and ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK have joined forces with Xbox to reward fans for the sipping, snacking and gaming they already do.

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  • "PepsiCo and Frito-Lay couldn't have asked for a better partner than one of the powerhouses in gaming - Xbox.
  • Additionally, through the codes on the ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK tabs, one lucky player will score a grand prize courtesy of ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK: a decked-out Starfield-inspired 2023 Corvette Stingray.
  • Get more information, redeem your codes and enter for a chance to win the grand prize courtesy of ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK at doritosdewrockstar.com/grand-prize.
  • To stay up to date on all the latest news from DORITOS, MTN DEW and ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK, follow them on Instagram, X and TikTok.

World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing '23 Edition Available Now for Nintendo Switch

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

CHELMSFORD, Mass., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of the deployment of the 2023 Season Update for World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, Nintendo Switch players can finally get in the action with World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing '23 Edition.

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  • CHELMSFORD, Mass., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of the deployment of the 2023 Season Update for World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, Nintendo Switch players can finally get in the action with World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing '23 Edition.
  • The official video game of the World of Outlaws, produced by iRacing and Monster Games, brings the thrill of professional dirt track racing to the Switch for the very first time.
  • World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing '23 Edition contains all the same cars, tracks, and drivers as the World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing Ultimate Edition bundle on PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
  • Since its initial release last September, World of Outlaws: Dirt Racing has proven to be incredibly popular with the dirt racing community.

New Colorways for Turtle Beach’s Designed for Xbox REACT-R Controller Are Now Available

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Best-selling gaming headset and accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR) today announced three new colorways – Red, Nebula, and Pixel Green – are now available for its Designed for Xbox Turtle Beach® REACT-R® Controller.

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  • Best-selling gaming headset and accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR) today announced three new colorways – Red, Nebula, and Pixel Green – are now available for its Designed for Xbox Turtle Beach® REACT-R® Controller.
  • These exciting new REACT-R Controller colorways join the original Black and White/Lavender options, further expanding Turtle Beach’s growing catalog of top-rated game controllers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231002577665/en/
    Vibrant New Colors & Game-Winning Features Make Turtle Beach's REACT-R Controller a Top Choice for Xbox & PC Gamers (Photo: Business Wire)
    Since its release, the REACT-R Controller has impressed Xbox and PC gamers by providing them with premium wired controller performance at an affordable price.
  • The REACT-R Controller is the perfect companion for any wired gaming headset, such as Turtle Beach’s best-selling Recon 70 or Recon 50 series headsets.

Rivalry Releases New Original Game ‘Cash & Dash’ to Establish Next Generation of Casino Entertainment

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Developed in-house by Rivalry’s games team, the fast-paced title blends elevated graphics, unique gameplay, and original IP to adapt the online casino experience for the next generation of bettors and their unique entertainment preferences.

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  • Developed in-house by Rivalry’s games team, the fast-paced title blends elevated graphics, unique gameplay, and original IP to adapt the online casino experience for the next generation of bettors and their unique entertainment preferences.
  • “Online betting is still far behind other forms of entertainment from a product standpoint,” said Steven Salz, Co-Founder and CEO, Rivalry.
  • “Cash & Dash is a first-of-its-kind title that merges online casino betting with modern video game studio development and gameplay,” said Andre Nogueira, Senior Product Manager, Games, Rivalry.
  • Rivalry will continue investing in video game development and producing more first-party games which build on the on-site entertainment experience and create an online betting product unique to the Company.