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505 Games Closure & Remedy’s Control IP Acquisition

505 Games Closure & Remedy’s Control IP Acquisition

The gaming industry undergoes significant transformations with 505 Games announcing closures of its European offices, reflecting adaptations to changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. Concurrently, Remedy Entertainment acquires full rights to the Control IP, marking...
Thu 07-03-2024 10:08 | General News
Kadokawa Corporation’s Acquisition of Acquire: Shaping the Future of Gaming

Kadokawa Corporation’s Acquisition of Acquire: Shaping the Future of Gaming

Kadokawa Corporation’s recent acquisition of Acquire, the developers behind Octopath Traveler, marks a significant move in the gaming industry. This acquisition, aimed at strengthening Kadokawa’s game business strategy, brings forth a myriad of possibilities and...
Wed 14-02-2024 16:54 | Nintendo Switch News
Microsoft’s Game-Changing Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Microsoft’s Game-Changing Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Almost two years after the initial announcement, Microsoft has completed its historic acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a monumental moment in the gaming industry. With approval from the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Microsoft’s...
Tue 17-10-2023 18:28 | General News
SEGA’s Acquisition of Rovio – A Milestone in Mobile Gaming

SEGA’s Acquisition of Rovio – A Milestone in Mobile Gaming

  SEGA’s successful acquisition of Rovio, the creator of the iconic Angry Birds series, marks a significant moment in the gaming industry. This strategic move showcases SEGA’s commitment to diversifying its offerings and strengthening its...
Mon 21-08-2023 16:43 | Nintendo Switch News
SEGA Sammy Holdings’ Acquisition of Rovio Entertainment

SEGA Sammy Holdings’ Acquisition of Rovio Entertainment

SEGA Sammy Holdings Inc., the parent company of SEGA, is in the final stages of finalizing a billion-dollar deal to acquire Rovio Entertainment, the Finnish gaming company best known for its hit mobile game, Angry...
Wed 19-04-2023 16:43 | General News
FTC – Activision Blizzard acquisition situation

FTC – Activision Blizzard acquisition situation

The Federal Trade Commission states that they are attempting to halt the purchase of Activision by Microsoft over a year after it was initially disclosed. This comes only a day after it was stated by...
Mon 12-12-2022 10:11 | General News
Embracer Group acquisition completed

Embracer Group acquisition completed

The Embracer Group, which has recently grown into a powerful company, confirmed that its purchase of Crystal Dynamics, Eidos-Montreal, Square Enix Montreal, and more than 50 back-catalog games from Square Enix has been completed and...
Tue 06-09-2022 12:27 | General News
Slaycation Paradise – Launch trailer

Slaycation Paradise – Launch trailer

Slaycation Paradise came out for the Nintendo Switch, and Merge Games and Affordable Acquisition gave us one last look. The two teams worked together to make a launch trailer that shows off the hybrid twin-stick...
Thu 25-08-2022 20:26 | Nintendo Switch News
Slaycation Paradise – Sunny Day trailer

Slaycation Paradise – Sunny Day trailer

The final release date for Slaycation Paradise, a mix of tower defense and twin-stick shooter, has been set by Merge Games and Affordable Acquisition. The game will be available digitally for Nintendo Switch on August...
Mon 01-08-2022 16:34 | Nintendo Switch News
Slaycation Paradise – Physical release confirmed

Slaycation Paradise – Physical release confirmed

Merge Games and Affordable Acquisition stated that Slaycation Paradise, their next inter-dimensional twin-stick shooter, would be distributed physically on the Nintendo Switch. The title will be available at major shops. Last month, Slaycation Paradise was...
Thu 05-05-2022 16:34 | Nintendo Switch News