Video game publishers

PLAYSTUDIOS Announces Release Date for Second Quarter 2021 Results

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Marketing, Entertainment, Communications, Social media, Mobile Entertainment, Other Communications, Electronic Games, Video game publishers, Mass media, Broadcasting, Internet television, Streaming, Webcast, Electronic Arts, Telecommunications, Service industries

PLAYSTUDIOS, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYPS) (PLAYSTUDIOS or the Company), an award-winning developer of free-to-play casual mobile and social games that offer real-world rewards to loyal players, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2021 results after the close of the market on Wednesday, August 11, 2021.

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  • PLAYSTUDIOS, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYPS) (PLAYSTUDIOS or the Company), an award-winning developer of free-to-play casual mobile and social games that offer real-world rewards to loyal players, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2021 results after the close of the market on Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
  • The Company will host a conference call and audio webcast on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time to discuss the results.
  • To listen to the audio webcast and live Q&A, please visit the PLAYSTUDIOS investor relations website at ir.playstudios.com.
  • An audio replay of the webcast will be available on PLAYSTUDIOS investor relations website shortly after the call for one year.

Games Industry Veteran Jeffrey Anderson Joins NCSOFT West as New CEO

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Video game companies, Companies, City of Heroes, Bundang, NCsoft, Video game publishers, Jeffrey Anderson, Hasbro, Majesco Entertainment

Jeffrey Anderson brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience in the video game industry, having worked in an executive capacity at companies including Electronic Arts, Paramount Pictures, Turbine, Majesco, and Hasbro.

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  • Jeffrey Anderson brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience in the video game industry, having worked in an executive capacity at companies including Electronic Arts, Paramount Pictures, Turbine, Majesco, and Hasbro.
  • "NCSOFT is one of the most innovative companies in the gaming industry and I look forward to helping the organization grow the business," said incoming CEO Jeffrey Anderson.
  • Jeffrey Anderson will assume the role of NCSOFT West CEO effective Aug. 2, based out of the company's Bellevue office.
  • NCSOFT West is a division of NCSOFT that holds operating responsibilities for North America, Europe, South America, and Australia/New Zealand.

Smilegate Advances to Western Market with New Independent AAA Game Development Studio That's No Moon Entertainment Inc.

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Video game publishers, Video gaming, Bundang, Smilegate, Video game companies, AAA, Video game development, Software development, Windows games

That's No Moon is a groundbreaking new AAA game development studio founded in 2021 focused on industry defining narrative-driven entertainment that will push the limits of both gameplay and story.

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  • That's No Moon is a groundbreaking new AAA game development studio founded in 2021 focused on industry defining narrative-driven entertainment that will push the limits of both gameplay and story.
  • Smilegate and That's No Moon are developing a new AAA narrative-driven game in the action-adventure genre.
  • Harold Kim, VP of business development at Smilegate said, "That's No Moon is a studio with exceptionally talented developers.
  • Smilegate Entertainment is a global game development and publishing company headquartered in South Korea with regional offices in the United States, China, and Europe.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lowey Dannenberg, P.C., Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. and Encourages Investors Who Lost More than $100,000 to Contact the Firm

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Video game companies, Video game publishers, Video gaming, Windows games, Video games, Blizzard Entertainment, Activision, Activision Blizzard, Call of Duty, World of Warcraft

If you are a shareholder of Activision Blizzard with more than $100,000 in losses, you should contact the Firm.

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  • If you are a shareholder of Activision Blizzard with more than $100,000 in losses, you should contact the Firm.
  • Activision Blizzard is a video game holding company based in Santa Monica, California.
  • Activision Blizzard has popular games like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and Diablo under its umbrella.
  • The firm has significant experience in prosecuting multi-million-dollar lawsuits and has previously recovered billions of dollars on behalf of investors.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lowey Dannenberg Reminds Investors of its Investigation of Activision Blizzard, Inc. for Potential Breaches of Fiduciary Duty by Its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Video game publishers, Video game companies, ATVI, Activision Blizzard, Activision, California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, Blizzard Entertainment

NEW YORK, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, is investigating potential breach of fiduciary duty claim involving the board of directors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision Blizzard or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI).

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  • NEW YORK, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, is investigating potential breach of fiduciary duty claim involving the board of directors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision Blizzard or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI).
  • On July 20, 2021, Californias Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) filed a lawsuit against the Company alleging rampant sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
  • If you are a shareholder of Activision Blizzard and wish to participate, learn more, or discuss the issues surrounding the investigation, please contact our attorneys at [email protected] or by calling 914-733-7256.
  • The firm has significant experience in prosecuting multi-million-dollar lawsuits and has previously recovered billions of dollars on behalf of investors.

A Letter From CEO Bobby Kotick to All Employees

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) CEO Bobby Kotick today sent the following letter to all employees.

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  • Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) CEO Bobby Kotick today sent the following letter to all employees.
  • Our initial responses to the issues we face together, and to your concerns, were, quite frankly, tone deaf.
  • It is imperative that we acknowledge all perspectives and experiences and respect the feelings of those who have been mistreated in any way.
  • Many of you have told us that active outreach comes from caring so deeply for the Company.

INVESTIGATION ALERT: The Schall Law Firm Announces it is Investigating Claims Against Activision Blizzard, Inc. and Encourages Investors with Losses to Contact the Firm

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Legal, Professional services, Video game publishers, Video game companies, ATVI, Activision Blizzard, Securities Class Action, Companies, Activision, United States Securities Regulation, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP

The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision Blizzard or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI ) for violations of the securities laws.

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  • The Schall Law Firm , a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision Blizzard or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI ) for violations of the securities laws.
  • The investigation focuses on whether the Company issued false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose information pertinent to investors.
  • Activision Blizzard is the target of a lawsuit filed by Californias Department of Fair Employment and Housing on July 20, 2021.
  • The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

Shareholder Alert: Robbins LLP is Investigating Activision Blizzard, Inc. (ATVI) for Shareholders

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Legal, Professional services, Video game publishers, Video game companies, Articles, Companies, ATVI, Activision Blizzard, Activision, Fiduciary, Blizzard Entertainment, Board of directors

Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP is investigating Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) to determine whether certain Activision officers and directors violated the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and breached their fiduciary duties to the Company.

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  • Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP is investigating Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) to determine whether certain Activision officers and directors violated the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and breached their fiduciary duties to the Company.
  • of Fair Employment and Housing filed a lawsuit against the Company alleging a "pervasive frat boy workplace culture."
  • Activision Blizzard, Inc. (ATVI) shareholders have legal options against the Company's officers and directors.
  • Robbins LLP is a nationally recognized leader in shareholder rights law.

Streamline Media Group Strengthens its Global Ecosystem with Advisory Board Appointment of Veteran Gaming Leader Shawn Layden

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Video game publishers, Digital media, Video game, Enterprise, Electronic Arts, Video game companies, Entertainment, Economy of the United States

LAS VEGAS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Streamline Media Group , a global entertainment and enterprise video games company, announced that gaming industry veteran Shawn Layden has joined its advisory board.

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  • LAS VEGAS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Streamline Media Group , a global entertainment and enterprise video games company, announced that gaming industry veteran Shawn Layden has joined its advisory board.
  • Layden will advise the company on its overall global strategy for video games and enterprise.
  • Managed by a world-class team, Streamline Media Group delivers world-class gaming solutions for notable titles across gaming and the enterprise.
  • Streamline Media Group is a global entertainment and enterprise video games company with a presence in Asia, Europe, and the United States.

Engine Media's Eden Games and Publisher Partner Microids Surpass 1M Units Sold of the Gear.Club Unlimited Franchise on Nintendo Switch; Extend Partnership to Bring Gear.Club Unlimited to Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Video game consoles, Video game publishers, Video game companies, Eden Games, Gear.Club Unlimited, Microids, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo

David Nadal, CEO of Eden Games, stated, "I am proud that our racing franchise has gained such popularity on Nintendo Switch.

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  • David Nadal, CEO of Eden Games, stated, "I am proud that our racing franchise has gained such popularity on Nintendo Switch.
  • The game's success reflects the passion and dedication of the Eden Games team.
  • I'm excited to continue this journey as we move closer to releasing additional games currently in development. "
  • "The Gear.Club Unlimited series success validates Microids' editorial strategy initiated a few years back," added Stphane Longeard, CEO of Microids.