While the games industry is constantly evolving, there are certain stories that remain relevant long after they are first reported…
To delve deeper into some of these compelling topics, we have created a weekly digest where the PocketGamer.biz team shares their insights on the most interesting events in mobile gaming from the past week.
Editor – PocketGamer.biz
Daniel Griffiths is a seasoned journalist with experience on major entertainment media brands. He has interviewed numerous celebrities and covered various releases in the fields of video games, music, movies, tech, and more. He has held editorial positions at leading publications in the industry. He prefers not to talk about himself.
Apple’s New Runtime Fee: How Will It Impact EU Regulations?
Given the comprehensive coverage of this topic, I’ll keep it brief this week. But did Apple really just do that? Yes, they did. Do they believe that the Digital Markets Act legislation will be satisfied by rule changes and new fees? It certainly seems so.
The situation evokes memories of the Unity Runtime Fee controversy and the subsequent backlash that led to significant changes within the company. If Apple can withstand this, their influence is truly remarkable.
Head of Content
Craig Chapple is a freelance analyst, consultant, and writer with extensive knowledge of the games industry. He has held senior editorial roles at prominent publications.
Playdemic’s Founders Launch New Studio ForthStar After Golf Clash Success
Former Playdemic CEO Paul Gouge unveiled his new studio, ForthStar, alongside long-time business co-founder Alex Rigby. But why now? App tracking transparency, inflation, and industry layoffs have made the timing challenging.
In an interview, Gouge offered perspective during these tough times, emphasizing the opportunities for growth in the industry despite present hardships.
News Editor
Aaron is the News Editor at PG.biz and has an honours degree in Creative Writing. With a past filled with Pokémon adventures, he now seeks to become the best at organizing words.
The Next Big Thing in Games: AI vs NFTs
AI’s impact on the games industry, amidst debates on its ethical and economic implications, was a focal point at PGC London. While AI presents both opportunities and challenges, it has become the new hot topic, overshadowing NFTs.
