Xbox Leaks: Top 5 Insights
In this issue we’ve got the biggest revelations from the Xbox leak and cherry-pick some excellent Content Worth Consuming.
Embracer Braces for Steep Cuts
In this issue, we’re taking at a look at the hard road ahead for Embracer Group in light of its failed deal with Savvy Games Group and massive restructuring plan.
Dissecting the Influx of Activision Blizzard News
In this issue, we’re dissecting the flood of Activision Blizzard news this past week, including its most recent earnings announcement, some major changes in Overwatch esports, and a major reversal in its distribution strategy for PC games.
Breaking Down EA’s Executive Shakeup
In this issue, we’re breaking down EA’s recent reorganization and what it means for the sports publisher’s lineup and divisional structure.
Why Sega and Rovio’s Acquisition Deal Makes Sense in Hindsight
We break down Sega’s $775 million acquisition of Rovio, what it means for the Angry Birds developer and parent Sega Sammy, and how the deal is emblematic of the current moment in mobile.
What Savvy Games Group Sees in Scopely
In this issue, we discuss the bombshell news of last week: Savvy Games Group’s acquisition of mobile game publisher Scopely for an eye-popping $4.9 billion.
How Five Mobile Games Cracked The Top 100
In this issue, we’re taking a look at five games that have bucked industry trends and broken into the Top 100 highest grossing mobile list. We’ll examine what has made these games successful and what we can learn from how the developers behind them grew their audiences and discovered unique market fits.
Hogwarts Legacy’s Magical Launch
In this issue, we cover Hogwarts Legacy’s mega-launch and dive into the shifting landscape of third party mobile app stores.
Playtika’s Pending Bid For Rovio Is A Steal
Based off of 2022 & 2023 track records, January is shaping up to be an acquisitive month for the games industry. This week, Playtika announced a bid to acquire Rovio for $750M and we dig into why this might be a great deal for the acquirer.
Building Game Studios as Venture Capital Runs Dry
In a previous issue, we partnered with InvestGame to show that venture capital funding for startups has slowed considerably in 2022. In this issue, we take a look at various other tactics to build game studios and also tease two recent Naavik Pro deconstructions.
