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2024 Unity Gaming Report Highlights Game Studios’ Continued Resilience As They Boldly Stretch Resources Amidst Shifting Market Forces

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Monday, March 18, 2024

The report’s findings draw on data from approximately five million Unity Engine developers and more than 342 billion ad views.

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The report’s findings draw on data from approximately five million Unity Engine developers and more than 342 billion ad views.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240318553373/en/
2024 Unity Gaming Report (Graphic: Business Wire)
The 2024 Unity Gaming Report reveals that amidst persistent economic uncertainty, studios are simultaneously prioritizing conservative spending and being bold – they are stretching resources and willing to take on some risk, in order to strengthen their businesses and shore up ROI.
To view the full analysis and additional insights, download the 2024 Unity Gaming Report .
“This year’s report underscores game developers’ spirit of resilience as they navigate the evolving gaming landscape,” said Marc Whitten, Chief Product and Technology Officer of Unity.

Hiber and Ready Player Me Partner to Bring Rovio’s Angry Birds Branded Avatars and Virtual Merch to HiberWorld Users

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Hiber, the company behind the popular virtual experience platform HiberWorld, and Ready Player Me, the leading identity platform for games and virtual worlds, have partnered to bring the first major gaming brand to Ready Player Me and HiberWorld users as part of Ready Player Me’s recently announced Premium Skins Catalog, enabling the company’s developer partners to sell branded avatar customization options and merchandise.

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Hiber, the company behind the popular virtual experience platform HiberWorld, and Ready Player Me, the leading identity platform for games and virtual worlds, have partnered to bring the first major gaming brand to Ready Player Me and HiberWorld users as part of Ready Player Me’s recently announced Premium Skins Catalog, enabling the company’s developer partners to sell branded avatar customization options and merchandise.
Rovio’s popular global franchise Angry Birds will be first to enter HiberWorld with a fun 3D experience featuring avatar clothing and hero skins that can be purchased directly in the 3D space.
HiberWorld was released into beta in early 2020 and has grown to hundreds of thousands of monthly users and more than 5 million worlds created.
The platform enables anyone to create 3D worlds, experiences and games directly in a web browser without the need to know how to code.

Revelyst Announces Andrew Stalbow as Digital Content Consultant for Foresight Sports

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Revelyst Inc., a collective of makers that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.

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Revelyst Inc., a collective of makers that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231110470844/en/
Revelyst today announced a consulting engagement in which Andrew Stalbow will lead digital content and gaming efforts, initially for its San Diego-based golf brand Foresight Sports.
Foresight Sports’ digital gaming platform, FSX Play, is the world’s most comprehensive ecosystem for golf improvement, enjoyment and competition.
“I hope that with my experience, I can support Foresight Sports and Revelyst as we invest into those values and work together to develop the content, brand and media experience for Foresight Sports and Bushnell Golf customers.”

Prodigy Education Levels-Up Game Team with Hire of Industry Leader Mateus Ximenes

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Prodigy Education ('Prodigy') has appointed seasoned video game industry leader Mateus Ximenes to oversee the strategic development of the company's award-winning EdTech games.

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TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Prodigy Education ('Prodigy') has appointed seasoned video game industry leader Mateus Ximenes to oversee the strategic development of the company's award-winning EdTech games.
Mateus will lead Prodigy's game team to further enhance the student experience of its popular game-based learning platforms.
This includes its flagship Math Game, which is played by more than eight million students a month in classrooms and homes worldwide.
To support Mateus' vision, Prodigy is also actively recruiting for a number of game-related roles across its Product Development and Engineering Teams.

WILDBRAIN COMPLETES HOUSE OF COOL ACQUISITION, SIGNIFICANTLY EXPANDING AND ENHANCING ITS PRE-PRODUCTION CAPABILITIES

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

A strategic extension of WildBrain's focus on creative excellence, the acquisition significantly expands and enhances the Company's pre-production capabilities for premium animated series, specials and features.

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A strategic extension of WildBrain's focus on creative excellence, the acquisition significantly expands and enhances the Company's pre-production capabilities for premium animated series, specials and features.
Additionally, there is a potential earn-out of up to $6 million based on collection of certain tax credits earned by House of Cool up to closing.
Bringing their deep experience and creative expertise, House of Cool executives and co-founders, Wes Lui and Ricardo Curtis, have joined the WildBrain Studios senior management team in the newly created roles of Co-General Managers of House of Cool.
Josh Scherba, President and CEO of WildBrain, said: "We're delighted to close our acquisition of House of Cool and to officially welcome Wes, Ricardo and their talented team to WildBrain.

First ever Angry Birds Retail Café Launching in NYC

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

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The retail café, named iSwii by Angry Birds Retail Cafe, will feature playful desserts, trendy bubble teas, gaming stations, a retail section, and unique interactive activities for the whole family to enjoy.

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The retail café, named iSwii by Angry Birds Retail Cafe, will feature playful desserts, trendy bubble teas, gaming stations, a retail section, and unique interactive activities for the whole family to enjoy.
In a deal facilitated by Angry Birds' global licensing agency IMG, Angry Birds' creator Rovio Entertainment partnered with SCG America, a leading construction conglomerate, to build a one-of-a-kind retail café for Angry Birds fans to visit.
iSwii by Angry Birds experience is also available for private parties & events in private "nests" - rooms that will offer Angry Birds VR games & treats, including customizable Angry Birds-themed gift bags for party-goers.
"Launching iSwii by Angry Birds is a perfect way to bring locals and Angry Birds fans back to fun in-person experiences," said Executive Director of Asset Management of SCG America, Robert Leck.

USD 339.45 Billion Growth in Mobile Gaming Market Expected to Achieve 13.55% CAGR by 2030 - Industry Analysis, Market Trends, Size, Market Growth, Opportunities

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

The global mobile gaming market is projected to grow owing to the increasing population that is heavily influenced by technology and is comfortable with using advanced technical systems.

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The global mobile gaming market is projected to grow owing to the increasing population that is heavily influenced by technology and is comfortable with using advanced technical systems.
In addition to this, advancements in gaming technology have opened new avenues that attract a larger group of audience.
Integration of mobile games with educational programs may assist in higher growth while revenue generation from mobile games could create challenges for market players.
In June 2023, the Indian Union Ministry announced a new regulatory framework that will regulate the Indian gaming industry by banning 3 types of gaming genres.

USD 339.45 Billion Growth in Mobile Gaming Market Expected to Achieve 13.55% CAGR by 2030 - Industry Analysis, Market Trends, Size, Market Growth, Opportunities

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

The global mobile gaming market is projected to grow owing to the increasing population that is heavily influenced by technology and is comfortable with using advanced technical systems.

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The global mobile gaming market is projected to grow owing to the increasing population that is heavily influenced by technology and is comfortable with using advanced technical systems.
In addition to this, advancements in gaming technology have opened new avenues that attract a larger group of audience.
Integration of mobile games with educational programs may assist in higher growth while revenue generation from mobile games could create challenges for market players.
In June 2023, the Indian Union Ministry announced a new regulatory framework that will regulate the Indian gaming industry by banning 3 types of gaming genres.

WILDBRAIN ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE HOUSE OF COOL, A LEADER IN PRE-PRODUCTION CAPABILITIES FOR PREMIUM ANIMATED SERIES AND MOVIES

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

A strategic extension of WildBrain's focus on creative excellence, the acquisition significantly expands and enhances the Company's pre-production capabilities for premium animated series, specials and features.

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A strategic extension of WildBrain's focus on creative excellence, the acquisition significantly expands and enhances the Company's pre-production capabilities for premium animated series, specials and features.
Under the agreement, WildBrain will acquire full ownership of House of Cool.
Additionally, there is an earn-out of up to $6 million based on collection of tax credits earned up to closing.
House of Cool is recognized as one of the very best pre-production companies in the global animation industry.

LUXURY FASHION MOBILE GAME DREST APPOINTS GAMING AND WEB3 EXPERT HENRI HOLM AS CFO

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

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LONDON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DREST , the company behind the world's first luxury fashion and lifestyle mobile game announces gaming, tech and Web3 authority Henri Holm as its new CFO, as the company prepares for its next phase of worldwide expansion.

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LONDON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DREST , the company behind the world's first luxury fashion and lifestyle mobile game announces gaming, tech and Web3 authority Henri Holm as its new CFO, as the company prepares for its next phase of worldwide expansion.
Henri Holm, CFO DREST said: "I am thrilled to join DREST and be part of a deeply talented multinational team focused on creating innovative, exceptionally designed and inclusive gaming experiences.
DREST is built by hand-picked industry experts from gaming, tech, luxury fashion and original content creators.
Lucy Yeomans, Founder & Co-Chair said: "When we founded DREST, our ambition was to bring the worlds of luxury fashion, gaming and tech together.