Kickstart your week with our quick roundup of the latest news impacting the mobile industry.
Get ready for another week in mobile gaming by catching up on the top stories from the past week.
1) Apple reinstates Epic Games’ App Store developer account amidst EU’s Digital Markets Act enforcement
After a series of back-and-forth actions, Apple has once again restored Epic Games’ access to the App Store following pressure from the European Commission. This move comes as a response to the Digital Markets Act holding tech giants accountable. Epic now plans to relaunch Fortnite through the Epic Games Store on iOS.
2) Candy Crush Solitaire soft launches in Canada
King’s newest game, Candy Crush Solitaire, has entered a soft launch phase in Canada. Based on the classic TriPeaks solitaire, players can expect a twist on the familiar gameplay experience within the Candy Crush universe. The game has been well received by players in its initial release, expanding its audience with the Canada launch.
3) ‘Older’ executives at Alibaba’s Lingxi Games to step down
Lingxi Games’ executive team, led by Zhan Zhonghui, has announced plans to step down, making room for younger talent to take on leadership roles. This move is aimed at fostering growth and innovation within the company. Seasoned game producer Zhou Bingshu will step into the head role at Lingxi Games.
4) InnoGames reveals salary bands to promote transparency and fairness
In a gesture of solidarity with Equal Pay Day in Germany, InnoGames has unveiled its employee salary bands. This initiative aims to promote fairness and transparency within the company. From junior positions to senior roles, the disclosed salary ranges provide insight into compensation levels across various job roles.
5) Eggy Party contributes to NetEase’s revenue growth in 2023
NetEase’s games division experienced a 9.4% increase in revenue in 2023, driven by successful titles like Eggy Party. Mobile gaming revenue, in particular, saw significant growth, reflecting the company’s strong performance in the market.
