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Forge Launches API for Game Developers to Engage and Reward Players for Their Ongoing Play and Add Battle Pass-like Features to Games

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Designed to empower game developers by providing a seamless solution for creating and managing "battle pass" experiences, the Forge API allows them to reach new gamers, drive sustained engagement, and reward players for their commitment.

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  • Designed to empower game developers by providing a seamless solution for creating and managing "battle pass" experiences, the Forge API allows them to reach new gamers, drive sustained engagement, and reward players for their commitment.
  • With the Forge API, developers can create achievements for in-game events and reward players with virtual items for their completion.
  • This allows Forge quests to support any in-game achievement, and let games reward players for direct in-game engagement.
  • "At Forge, we recognize the challenges game developers face in attracting and engaging gamers," said Kun Gao, CEO at Forge.

Fortune Names New Editorial Leadership and Advisory Board for Brainstorm Tech Franchise Ahead of 2024 Summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 - 17

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortune Media announced Andrew Nusca as the new Editorial Director of its Brainstorm Tech franchise, the 23-year-old flagship event where the top technology and media leaders, operators, entrepreneurs, innovators, and influencers assemble for a dynamic exchange of ideas. Fortune also created a new advisory board for Brainstorm Tech – its BrainTRUST – to help power this year's summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 to 17.

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  • Fortune also created a new advisory board for Brainstorm Tech – its BrainTRUST – to help power this year's summit in Park City, Utah, July 15 to 17.
  • Maryam Banikarim, Managing Director, Fortune Live Media, responsible for the Brainstorm Tech global franchise, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Andrew back to Fortune.
  • Early confirmed sponsors for Brainstorm Tech 2024 include KPMG and the New York Stock Exchange, both returning as sponsors of the annual summit.
  • For more dates and information on the Brainstorm Tech 2024 summit: Fortune Brainstorm Tech 2024 .

With 2 Million Pre-registrations, the Fast-Paced Meme Trading Card Game "Cards Ahoy!" is Officially Live Worldwide

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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", developed by Metalist Game, has arrived worldwide and is available now to download and free to play on iOS and Android.

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  • ", developed by Metalist Game, has arrived worldwide and is available now to download and free to play on iOS and Android.
  • During the testing phase, the game already sparked enthusiastic responses across multiple social platforms, including YouTube, Twitter, and Discord.
  • The surge of related live streams, tutorial videos, and game activation code trading further attested to the passion within its player community.
  • These seasoned developers integrated classic elements from card games such as Marvel Duel, Hearthstone, and Onmyoji, enriching "Cards Ahoy!"

Guild of Guardians Set to Revolutionize Mobile Gaming with Official Global Release on May 15

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SYDNEY, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Immutable Games today announced the official launch date of its flagship title, Guild of Guardians (GOG), a highly anticipated mobile squad-based RPG with over 1 million pre-registered users. Developed with the highly acclaimed studio, Mineloader, known for co-developing and working on some of the world's biggest AAA titles such as The Division 2, The Last of Us Part I, and the Final Fantasy series, GOG is set to make its global debut on May 15. Starting May 15, players worldwide can dive into the fantastical world of Elderym, building their ultimate team of Guardians to conquer the Dread. The game will be available on the Google Play and Apple App Store, following a highly successful soft launch in Canada, Australia and Indonesia where it gained an impressive 4.9 rating on the App Store.

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  • SYDNEY, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Immutable Games today announced the official launch date of its flagship title, Guild of Guardians (GOG), a highly anticipated mobile squad-based RPG with over 1 million pre-registered users.
  • Starting May 15, players worldwide can dive into the fantastical world of Elderym, building their ultimate team of Guardians to conquer the Dread.
  • With more than 1 million pre-registered users, and a passionate global community of over 400,000, Guild of Guardians is poised for global success.
  • Launching on mobile allows us to bridge the gap between traditional gaming and the emerging world of blockchain gaming," said Chris Clay, Game Director for Guild of Guardians.

"Cards Ahoy!" x "NARAKA": The First Shot of Chain Game Revival with a 90% Retention Rate

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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In this early stage of the bull market, a blockbuster game with a retention rate as high as 90% was born — "Cards Ahoy!".

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  • In this early stage of the bull market, a blockbuster game with a retention rate as high as 90% was born — "Cards Ahoy!".
  • is a Web3 card game developed by the seasoned team at Metalist Game.
  • comprises developers from major gaming companies such as NetEase, Ubisoft, Blizzard, and Riot Games, providing robust technical and creative backing.
  • The game achieved nearly 180,000 hours of online playtime, with over 40 million collisions, and a ten-day retention rate of 47%.

Forge Announces Official Support for Leading Gaming Protocols Avalanche, Immutable, Polygon, Ronin, Solana, and Sui to Reward Gamers

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Forge, a platform designed to reward gamers for playing the most promising upcoming games, announces today strategic relationships with leading blockchain gaming protocols Avalanche , Immutable , Polygon , Ronin , Solana , and Sui .

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  • Forge, a platform designed to reward gamers for playing the most promising upcoming games, announces today strategic relationships with leading blockchain gaming protocols Avalanche , Immutable , Polygon , Ronin , Solana , and Sui .
  • This reduces layers of friction so that games can easily incentivize player engagement, and players can claim and collect rewards for their gaming achievements.
  • "As gamers ourselves, we are huge fans of what Forge has set out to accomplish with their platform," said Ed Chang, Head of Gaming at Ava Labs.
  • "Incorporating Avalanche and Forge will make it easier for game developers to find an audience and reward gamers for joining their communities."

iBUYPOWER Signs on as Official Partner and PC of VALORANT Champions Tour Americas

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- iBUYPOWER, a leading manufacturer of high-performance custom gaming PCs, today announced it has become the official PC of VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Americas, VCT Game Changers North America, and VCT Game Changers Brazil. As iBUYPOWER celebrates its 25th anniversary, the partnership amplifies and highlights iBUYPOWER's dedication and integral role in supporting esports players with quality and reliable tools to succeed in their craft.

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  • The partnership highlights iBUYPOWER's top-tier PC hardware commitment for VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Americas International League, VCT Game Changers North America, and VCT Game Changers Brazil esports leagues.
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- iBUYPOWER, a leading manufacturer of high-performance custom gaming PCs, today announced it has become the official PC of VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Americas, VCT Game Changers North America, and VCT Game Changers Brazil.
  • For VALORANT Americas pros and fans looking for the gold standard PC experience and wanting to frag like their favorite team, iBUYPOWER will make available a series of Official VCT Americas 'Spec-Approved' PCs.
  • To learn more about the Official VCT Americas 'Spec-Approved' PCs from iBUYPOWER, please visit: https://www.ibuypower.com/community/partners/riotgames/valorant-champion...
    To learn more about VCT Americas, please visit:

Creta and Republic Form Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Web3 and Metaverse Gaming

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Creta is a global Web3 metaverse gaming platform headquartered in the UAE with offices in Japan and Armenia.

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  • Creta is a global Web3 metaverse gaming platform headquartered in the UAE with offices in Japan and Armenia.
  • The Creta platform is developed by Diverse, a South Korean company specializing in metaverse games with a high-performance game engine and excellent graphics technology.
  • As a discerning force in the Web3 landscape, Republic is selective and strategic in their partnerships.
  • Republic is dedicated to fostering the Web3 ecosystem alongside Creta, and their partnership will involve advisory services, research-driven token economics, and investment facilitation.

PAGODA® Snacks named the new 'Official Egg Roll' of Riot Games' League Championship Series

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for Lunar New Year and the League Championship Series (LCS) Spring Split, the makers of PAGODA® Snacks are thrilled to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with Riot Games — the company behind the leading global esports property League of Legends.

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  • PAGODA® Snacks will be featured as the "Official Egg Roll" of LCS and offer fans the perfect game-time snack through special activations, product drops and giveaways throughout the LCS season.
  • PAGODA® Snacks will be integrated throughout LCS' 2024-2026 season events connecting LCS fans with the perfect go-to snacks to refuel.
  • "We're thrilled to have PAGODA® Snacks join the LCS as our newest partner and further as the 'Official Egg Roll' of the League Championship Series," said Mark Zimmerman, LCS Commissioner.
  • Additional PAGODA® Snacks broadcast integration will come with the "Put the Egg Rolls In" Tech Pause, where LCS fans will have the perfect opportunity to fuel up and grab a bite to eat.

Iyuno Amplifies Global Presence with Acquisition of Unidub

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iyuno, a global leader in media localization and distribution solutions, has successfully acquired Unidub Brazil, a distinguished São Paulo-based dubbing studio. The move marks a strategic expansion for Iyuno into the South American market, reinforcing its commitment to providing unparalleled services to the entertainment industry worldwide. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iyuno, a global leader in media localization and distribution solutions, has successfully acquired Unidub Brazil, a distinguished São Paulo-based dubbing studio.
  • David Lee, CEO of Iyuno, expressed excitement about the acquisition, stating, "The Brazilian market is a cornerstone of global dubbing, and we are thrilled to welcome Wendel Bezerra, CEO of Unidub, a renowned voice actor and social media personality, to the Iyuno family.
  • Wendel Bezerra, Founder and CEO of Unidub, shared his enthusiasm, saying, "Joining Iyuno's extensive global network is a milestone for Unidub Studios.
  • Unidub and Wendel Bezerra were assisted by BVA-Barreto Veiga Advogados, Iyuno were assisted by Loeser&Hadad Advogados.