In a move that sees the streaming platform align itself closer with the gaming space, Netflix has detailed the upcoming launch of a Stranger Things app game. The new role-playing game-puzzle hybrid will use location-based technology – the kind popularised by the Pokémon Go hit title – to allow players …
Read More »Space Invaders – The Board Game: “Videogames are part of our cultural heritage”
Video game brands are now simply a part of our cultural heritage, is the message to come from 612 Entertainment, the company behind a project to bring the iconic arcade game, Space Invaders to the board gaming market. The firm’s president Robert Colman has outlined his mission to expand the …
Read More »EA is eyeing mobile move for Apex Legends as it ramps up Fortnite face-off
Videogame publisher Electronic Arts is preparing to face-off with the likes of Fortnite and PUBG with the promise that its own hit battle royale title, Apex Legends will soon finds its way into China and on mobile devices. According to EA, the game is “easily the fastest-growing franchise we’ve ever …
Read More »SEGA Europe grows e-commerce presence with new online shop
The SEGA Shop has been described as the “definitive shopping portal for SEGA themed merchandise” with a range of Numskull developed products available to purchase.
Read More »Playmobil is moving into gaming, VR and more animated content with INK Group
“We look forward to collaborating with the INK Group - a well-versed specialist in digital entertainment - and to the development of a new, creative facet to the Playmobil brand experience,” read a statement from the management board of the Brandsaetter Group.
Read More »Video games month: King Features names new global agents for Cuphead
Four international agents will now expand the reach of the franchise in the UK and Republic of Ireland, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg, Italy and Japan.
Read More »Pop culture and video game retailer GameStop in talks with potential buyers
It’s the boldest acknowledgment yet of the company’s struggles in the changing retail landscape, seeing more sales and custom lost to digital downloads and online trading.
Read More »Winning Moves grows licensing team with more focus on video game brands for 2019
The firm has expanded its licensing team with the appointment of Megan Wain who – in the role of licensing manager – will head up a number of licensing accounts with particular focus on the video gaming sector.
Read More »Outright Games to launch new Crayola video games for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch
“At Crayola, we are all about inspiring creativity through colour and innovative play experiences, and our partnership with Outright Games allows us to extend that passion to new and exciting areas.”
Read More »Poetic Brands develops apparel range for hit video gaming franchise, Call of Duty
The partnership with Activision will see the clothing specialist launch the range across the UK and Ireland.
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