Author: Tim Rogers
Apple is making drastic changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union in response to the new Digital Markets Act regulations. The tech giant will now allow third-party app stores onto iOS devices, breaking from their previous monopoly. Users will soon be able to download new app store apps from a service’s website and set such stores as their default source. However, all apps will still need to be checked and scanned by Apple for malware, and only one version of each app is allowed across all app stores. Developers using alternative payment systems to distribute…
Sega A significant number of RPG protagonists tend to have a dark and brooding demeanor, and many are silent. This is often justified by the circumstances they endure, uprooting their lives and potentially irreparably ruining them. It would only be natural for these experiences to impact their overall persona. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth’s Ichiban Kasuga has also endured plenty of tragedy, loss, and hardships. Yet, his unyielding optimism somehow shines even brighter in the face of adversity. As was the case in Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Kasuga continues to be a breath of fresh air amongst the sea of…
Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. Microsoft is laying off 1,900 employees across the Xbox, Bethesda, and Activision Blizzard teams, which is the latest in a series of layoffs across the gaming industry. This move, which is the first major cut since the $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard in October, follows a reorganization to deal with the new company structure. Blizzard’s president, Mike Ybarra, and its chief design officer Allen Adham are departing the studio, and Blizzard’s survival game is no longer…
In the world of business, it’s easy to get caught up in the financial aspects of gaming, such as investments, deals, and statistics. However, it’s equally important to focus on the games themselves. After years of research, funding, and development, the fruits of this labor are finally released to the public. Here are some of the most exciting new mobile games on the market, along with the developers and publishers behind them, and the reasons for their inclusion in this list. Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy & the Liberator of Polar Night Four months after its release in Japan, Atelier Resleriana:…
Do you want to get the latest gaming industry news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly newsletters here. Smartphones and tablets have replaced Nintendo as the entry point for gaming for the youngest players, according to a survey by the Magid Games Team. Players are also starting out playing games at younger ages. About 29% of those under three years old are playing games. And by the time they’re seven, they’re playing games as much as older age groups. Those are interesting findings from the research company and game developers and publishers should think about…
Learn how to play Viktor in League of Legends season 14 with our comprehensive guide, taking inspiration from the 2020 world champion mid laner Showmaker. Image Credits | LCK Viktor mid Guide – Everything you need to know Viktor has been a major presence in both professional play and solo queue in recent years. Just like Syndra, he perfectly embodies the characteristics of a control mage and mid lane carry. However, mastering Viktor takes time and dedication. To help you out, we’ve compiled the best current builds and rune setups used by one of the best Korean mid laners in…
Epic Games is preparing to reintroduce Fortnite to iOS devices in the EU later this year following the forthcoming launch of the Epic Games Store on iOS. The announcement comes as a response to Apple’s decision to open up iOS in compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which goes into effect on March 6. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney has been vocal in criticizing Apple’s rules as “hot garbage,” but the company is pressing forward with their plans. Epic Games shared on X (formerly Twitter) that, “Later this year Fortnite will return to Europe on iOS through the Epic Games…
In order to attract high-value players and improve their ranking in the app stores, gaming studios need to shift their focus and budget towards providing each user with a customized experience that aligns with their individual player motivations. However, the process of identifying player intent has become more challenging in a privacy-first landscape. Adam Jaffe, the founder and CEO of Mega Studio, which offers end-to-end gaming services, joins hosts Peggy Anne Salz and Brian Baglow in a discussion about how incentivized traffic is revolutionizing user acquisition and more. Adam points out that incentivized approaches result in significantly higher retention rates…
Opera revealed today that it will launch a new AI-powered browser built on its own engine for iOS in Europe. The company made this announcement following the news that Apple is going to allow alternative browser engines to run on iOS as a result of the requirements of the European Digital Markets Act (DMA). This change will enable developers to offer browsers that are not based on the WebKit browser engine, unlike the current requirement by Apple for third-party browsers to use WebKit. As a result, Opera will be providing iPhone users with an AI-powered alternative to Safari. Jørgen Arnesen,…
There is a lot of excitement surrounding tonight’s game between the Cleveland Cavaliers (26-16) and the Milwaukee Bucks (31-13). The Bucks have made a major coaching change mid-season by firing Adrian Griffin this week and bringing in Doc Rivers. Even though Rivers hasn’t yet coached his first official game as the Bucks’ head coach, it’s definitely an unexpected news headline in the NBA this week. Joe Prunty remains the interim head coach for Milwaukee, as these two teams prepare to face off for the fourth time this season, with the Bucks leading the series 2-1. The last loss to Milwaukee…