Video game companies

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Confirms Offer to Possibly Acquire Codemasters Group Holdings PLC

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Friday, November 6, 2020
Electronic Games, Mobile Entertainment, Technology, Entertainment, Software, Video game publishers, Video game companies, Companies, Take-Two Interactive, Codemasters, Video gaming

The Possible Offer remains conditional on, among other things, the completion of confirmatory due diligence and the recommendation of the Board of Codemasters.

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  • The Possible Offer remains conditional on, among other things, the completion of confirmatory due diligence and the recommendation of the Board of Codemasters.
  • Take-Two believes that the combination of Take-Two and Codemasters would bring together two world-class interactive entertainment portfolios, with a highly complementary fit between Take-Two's 2K publishing label and Codemasters in the racing genre.
  • While discussions are ongoing, there can be no certainty that a firm offer will be made for Codemasters by Take-Two.
  • Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe.

SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD. Announces Financial Results For The Six-Month Period Ended September 30, 2020

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Friday, November 6, 2020
Video game publishers, Video game companies, Video games, Square Enix, Publishing, Enix, Square, Taito, Final Fantasy, Tomb Raider, Eidos, Square Enix Europe

The result was higher net sales and operating income than in the same period of the previous fiscal year.

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  • The result was higher net sales and operating income than in the same period of the previous fiscal year.
  • About Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
    Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, is the holding company leading the group of Square Enix companies (the "Square Enix Group") with a diverse range of content and service businesses.
  • The Square Enix Group publishes, distributes and licenses entertainment content around the world under its internationally renowned brands including SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS and TAITO.
  • DRAGON QUEST, EIDOS, FINAL FANTASY, SPACE INVADERS, SQUARE ENIX, the SQUARE ENIX logo, TAITO and TOMB RAIDER are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix Group.

Coherus BioSciences Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

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Thursday, November 5, 2020
Electronic Arts, GAAP, Video game companies, Articles, Organizations

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherus BioSciences, Inc. (Coherus or the Company, Nasdaq: CHRS), today reviewed corporate events and reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2020.

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  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherus BioSciences, Inc. (Coherus or the Company, Nasdaq: CHRS), today reviewed corporate events and reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2020.
  • Non-GAAP income during the third quarter of 2020 was $39.7 million, or $0.47 per share on a diluted basis.
  • Third quarter 2020 financial results are posted on the Coherus website at https://investors.coherus.com/ .
  • Our results for the quarter ended September 30, 2020 are not necessarily indicative of our operating results for any future periods.

Glu to Participate in Upcoming Virtual Conferences

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Thursday, November 5, 2020
Electronic Games, Mobile Entertainment, Technology, Entertainment, Software, Video game companies, Video games, Handheld video games, Glu Mobile, Mobile games, Glu, Diner Dash

Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: GLUU), a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced that Nick Earl, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Eric R. Ludwig, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to participate in the following upcoming virtual conferences:

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  • Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: GLUU), a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced that Nick Earl, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Eric R. Ludwig, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to participate in the following upcoming virtual conferences:
    Mr. Earl and Mr. Ludwig will participate in one-on-one meetings at the Roth Technology Virtual Event on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.
  • Mr. Earl and Mr. Ludwig will participate in one-on-one meetings and a fireside chat at the Jefferies Interactive Entertainment Virtual Conference on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. Pacific time.
  • Founded in 2001, Glu is headquartered in San Francisco with additional locations in Foster City, Toronto and Hyderabad.
  • Covet Fashion, Deer Hunter, Design Home, Diner DASH, Tap Sports, Glu and Glu Mobile are trademarks of Glu Mobile Inc.
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Zynga Announces Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

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Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Electronic Games, Technology, Entertainment, Communications, Mobile Entertainment, Software, General Entertainment, Internet, Social media, Software, Video game companies, Operating systems, South of Market, San Francisco, Zynga, Earnings guidance, Facebook

Zynga Inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA) today released financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2020 by posting managements Q3 2020 Quarterly Earnings Letter to its Investor Relations website.

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  • Zynga Inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA) today released financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2020 by posting managements Q3 2020 Quarterly Earnings Letter to its Investor Relations website.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201104005051/en/
    ZYNGA ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2020 FINANCIAL RESULTS (Graphic: Business Wire)
    We delivered strong results in Q3, ahead of guidance across all key financial measures, including our highest ever quarterly revenue and bookings and best Q3 operating cash flow.
  • Zynga management will also host a conference call at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) today to discuss the companys results.
  • For more information, visit www.zynga.com or follow Zynga on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook or the Zynga blog .

FAT Brands to Announce Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results on November 10, 2020

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Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Economy of New York City, NASDAQ, Electronic Arts, Conference call, Companies, Video game companies, Service industries

Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (FAT Brands or the Company) today announced that the Company will host a conference call to review its third quarter 2020 financial results on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 5 PM ET.

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  • Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (FAT Brands or the Company) today announced that the Company will host a conference call to review its third quarter 2020 financial results on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 5 PM ET.
  • A press release with third quarter 2020 financial results will be issued prior to the conference call that day.
  • A replay will be available after the call until Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921.
  • FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and casual dining restaurant concepts around the world.

Atari® Launches Digital Collectibles (NFTs) on the WAX Blockchain

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Video game companies, Video game publishers, Computing, Atari SA, Atari, Blockchain, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Nov. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire The pop-culture video game phenomenon Atari has teamed up with the Worldwide Asset eXchange (WAX) to bring Atari digital collectibles to the WAX Blockchain.

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  • GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Nov. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire The pop-culture video game phenomenon Atari has teamed up with the Worldwide Asset eXchange (WAX) to bring Atari digital collectibles to the WAX Blockchain.
  • Starting Nov. 4, 2020, at 12 p.m. EST, collectors around the world can buy, gift and trade Atari digital collectibles ( NFTs ).
  • "We are excited to partner with WAX and bring Atari's iconic brand and legendary games to the WAX blockchain," said Atari CEO Fred Chesnais.
  • For more information regarding Atari NFTs on the WAX Blockchain visit: on.wax.io/Atari
    Atari is an interactive entertainment company.

Formosa Group Hires Renowned Game Industry Icons

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Electronic Arts, Video game companies, Video game industry, Articles

Michael Roache, formerly of Blizzard Entertainment, will oversee Formosa Interactive Los Angeles and Guy Whitmore, previously with EA and Xbox Studios, will lead the freshly minted Formosa Interactive Seattle studio.

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  • Michael Roache, formerly of Blizzard Entertainment, will oversee Formosa Interactive Los Angeles and Guy Whitmore, previously with EA and Xbox Studios, will lead the freshly minted Formosa Interactive Seattle studio.
  • When asked about his thoughts on moving forward with Formosa Group's Interactive team, Roache said, "I am beyond thrilled to be working with the exceptional creative talent at the Formosa Group.
  • Formosa Group ( www.formosagroup.com ), a Streamland Media company, is a full service post-production sound company comprised of award-winning talent.
  • Formosa Group has five unique divisions Features, Broadcast, Music, Interactive and Commercials and eight total locations throughout greater Los Angeles and Seattle.

OPKO Health Reports 2020 Third Quarter Business Highlights and Financial Results

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
OPKO Health, Electronic Arts, Companies, Video game companies, Video game industry

MIAMI, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK) reports business highlights and financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2020.

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  • MIAMI, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK) reports business highlights and financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2020.
  • Total costs and expenses were $346.4 million in the third quarter of 2020 compared with $197.5 million in the third quarter of 2019.
  • The operating loss was $14.4 million in the third quarter of 2020 compared with $14.2 million in the third quarter of 2019.
  • Many factors could cause our actual activities or results to differ materially from the activities and results anticipated in forward-looking statements.

World of Warcraft®: Shadowlands Arrives November 23

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Software, MEN, Entertainment, Consumer electronics, Specialty, Consumer, Technology, Teens, Retail, Women, Audio, Video, Electronic Games, Video games, Blizzard games, Video gaming, Windows games, Video game companies, Massively multiplayer online role-playing games, Multiplayer online games, World of Warcraft, Warcraft, Battle.net, Blizzard Entertainment, Shadowlands

Today, Blizzard Entertainment announced that World of Warcraft: Shadowlands has a new launch date of November 23 at 3 p.m. PST (November 24 at 12 a.m. CET)!

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  • Today, Blizzard Entertainment announced that World of Warcraft: Shadowlands has a new launch date of November 23 at 3 p.m. PST (November 24 at 12 a.m. CET)!
  • The Gates of Castle Nathria Open December 8 Castle Nathria, the first epic 10-boss raid of Shadowlands, will be available starting December 8.
  • For Shadowlands screenshots and other World of Warcraft assets, visit https://blizzard.gamespress.com/World-of-Warcraft .
  • The company's online gaming service, Battle.net, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.