By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Outright Games has entered a long-term partnership with UNICEF to support the charity through the sale of licensed video game bundles. “We couldn’t be prouder to come onboard as UNICEF UK’s first ever official partner within the video game industry," said Outright Games CEO, Beth Goss. "Our aim is to take our best-in-class stable of … [Read more...] about Outright Games Partnership To Contribute Funds to UNICEF
Video Games and Software
Falcon’s Beyond Releases First Mobile Game for Katmandu
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter In partnership with Epic Story Interactive, Falcon’s Beyond has released its first mobile game based on the company's Katmandu entertainment franchise. The new mobile game, Katmandu: EtherMerge, is designed to extend the storyline of the broader Katmandu franchise. It is a free-to-play, merge-based puzzle game that includes licensed … [Read more...] about Falcon’s Beyond Releases First Mobile Game for Katmandu
Hyperkin to Release Gaming Hardware Based on ZAG’s Miraculous
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG and Hyperkin are partnering on game controllers and accessories for the hit franchise Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. Miraculous is the first-ever license for Hyperkin in the character IP sector, with products scheduled for a summer 2023 launch. “Hyperkin is extremely excited to partner with ZAG and the global … [Read more...] about Hyperkin to Release Gaming Hardware Based on ZAG’s Miraculous
SEGA to Acquire Angry Birds Publisher Rovio Entertainment
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a bid to grow its mobile gaming business, SEGA Corporation has agreed to acquire Finnish company Rovio Entertainment. Rovio is best known for its mobile gaming hit Angry Birds, which has sold billions of copies and also spawned films and a thriving licensing business. On April 17, SEGA's board voted to implement a tender offer … [Read more...] about SEGA to Acquire Angry Birds Publisher Rovio Entertainment
EA Creates $10 Million Fund for Community Football
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Electronic Arts has announced a football investment plan called EA SPORTS FC FUTURES, promoting its football gaming franchise. The three-year plan includes a $10 million investment in community-level football initiatives on a global scale. This news follows the release of the new EA SPORTS FC brand identity and logo for the company's … [Read more...] about EA Creates $10 Million Fund for Community Football
Video Games: EA Sports Unveils FIFA Replacement After Licensing Breakup
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Goodbye FIFA, hello EA Sports FC. Electronic Arts has unveiled a first glimpse of the interactive future of football, with EA SPORTS FC to replace the popular FIFA game. The move follows a breakup between EA Sports and FIFA last year, in which the global football association said it wanted to chart its own course for future video … [Read more...] about Video Games: EA Sports Unveils FIFA Replacement After Licensing Breakup
Bandai Namco and Arcade1Up Partner on Classic Arcade Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Arcade1Up has officially released its new Deluxe Edition arcade machines in partnership with Bandai Namco Entertainment. Arcade1up is a video game console brand that specializes in developing ¾ scale home arcade and pinball machines featuring licensed games. The brand is owned by the home entertainment company Tastemakers. The Deluxe … [Read more...] about Bandai Namco and Arcade1Up Partner on Classic Arcade Games
Rube Goldberg Institute Launches First ‘Unreal’ Rube Goldberg Machine Contest
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Rube Goldberg machines are entering the metaverse, thanks to a collaboration between Epic Games, Brand Central and the Rube Goldberg Institute. Rube Goldberg (1883-1970) was a Pulitzer-Prize-winning cartoonist best known for his comical chain reaction invention cartoons. For 60-plus years his work was published daily in hundreds of … [Read more...] about Rube Goldberg Institute Launches First ‘Unreal’ Rube Goldberg Machine Contest
Amazon Renews Licensing Deal With Riot Games For Exclusive Content
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Amazon Prime Gaming and Riot Games have renewed their licensing promotion to give Amazon Prime members access to exclusive content for Riot’s gaming franchises. As part of the year-long collaboration, Prime Gaming will also continue its role as a global sponsor for Riot Games' esports titles. “Expanding the partnership with Prime … [Read more...] about Amazon Renews Licensing Deal With Riot Games For Exclusive Content
MGM’s Vikings Return to Vikingard in Gaming Crossover Event
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter NetEase's Vikingard game will be hosting Part II of its Vikings Crossover event, featuring licensed content from MGM’s Vikings franchise. Vikingard is an online role-playing mobile game for Android and iOS devices that focuses on kingdom building in the Viking Age. The game was originally launched in 2022 by the Chinese mobile developer … [Read more...] about MGM’s Vikings Return to Vikingard in Gaming Crossover Event