Netflix is making another big move in the gaming space, signing an agreement to acquire Finnish developer Next Games. Under the terms of the agreement, Netflix will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Next Games. Pursuant to the offer, Next Games shareholders would receive €2.1 ($2.30 US) in cash per share of Next Games, for a total … [Read more...] about Netflix To Acquire Stranger Things’ Developer Next Games
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Character Licensing: King Features Gambles On Lady Luck in Gaming Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Character licensing specialist King Features Syndicate is partnering with slot game developer Lady Luck Games to create branded digital content featuring licensed comic characters. “We see enormous growth potential in the online gaming category and are excited to bring these iconic characters to life with the impressive development expertise … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: King Features Gambles On Lady Luck in Gaming Deal
Food Licensing: M&M Game Melts On Your Mobile, Not In Your Hands
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Free-to-play games publisher, Tilting Point, has formed a licensing partnership with Gear Inc. and Mars Retail Group for an M&M's branded mobile game. The game has been named M&M’s Adventure and is the first mobile game to feature the M&M’s characters. The upcoming game will include more than 1000 levels and feature multiple types … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: M&M Game Melts On Your Mobile, Not In Your Hands
Fashion Licensing: Prada Reveals Digital Collection in Riders Republic
Fashion icon Prada has just revealed a new digital collection in the popular sports game Riders Republic by Ubisoft. As well, Ubisoft announced the popular Riders Republic game was to be available to play for free from Feb. 10 - 14 on PlayStation5, PlayStation4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. And when players logged in they discovered sections of the Riders Ridge … [Read more...] about Fashion Licensing: Prada Reveals Digital Collection in Riders Republic
Terrifying Deal Sees The Ring Girl Joining Dead By Daylight Video Game
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Behaviour Interactive and the Kadokawa Corporation have partnered on the upcoming release of a licensed Dead By Daylight Chapter based on the popular horror franchise Ringu. The cult favorite Japanese horror film Ringu (often known simply as Ring) was released in 1998, based on the 1991 novel by Koji Suzuki. It follows a reporter … [Read more...] about Terrifying Deal Sees The Ring Girl Joining Dead By Daylight Video Game
Video Game Licensing: EA Games and NFL Stage Digital Half-Time Show
Electronic Arts and National Football League Join Forces on Largest Esports Event in Madden NFL Franchise History It's a testament to the growth of esports that the NFL joined forces with EA Games to launch a half-time show for the Madden Bowl Final. Electronic Arts Inc. and the NFL showcased the entertainment power of esports with the EA SPORTS Ultimate Madden Bowl Final this … [Read more...] about Video Game Licensing: EA Games and NFL Stage Digital Half-Time Show
Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The entertainment and play company Hasbro has appointed new leadership for its critical Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming division. The role was left vacant with the death of Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner late last year, after a lengthy battle with cancer. That resulted in former Wizards of the Coast president and COO Chris Cocks being … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hasbro Appoints New Chief Wizards For Gaming Business
Mergers & Acquisitions: Sony Acquires Bungie As Video Gaming Land Rush Continues
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sony Interactive Entertainment has agreed to acquire Bungie for $3.6 billion, as gaming conglomerates continue to gobble up indie developers. Bungie is certainly among the most successful game developers in the world, having designed both the global hit Destiny and the Halo franchise. That latter game practically defined the first-person … [Read more...] about Mergers & Acquisitions: Sony Acquires Bungie As Video Gaming Land Rush Continues
Sustainable Licensing: Popeye and Angry Birds Partner to Clean Up The Oceans
Polluters better watch out, as Popeye the Sailorman has partnered with the Angry Birds for a tournament supporting ocean cleanup efforts. The partnership between Popeye rights holder King Features and Angry Birds developer Rovio Entertainment will see a tournament hosted to support The SeaCleaners, an ocean cleanup organization. Created in 2016 by Franco-Swiss skipper Yvan … [Read more...] about Sustainable Licensing: Popeye and Angry Birds Partner to Clean Up The Oceans
Dorian and Lionsgate Partner to Increase Opportunities for Women in Gaming
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The female-focused game creation platform Dorian has partnered with global content leader Lionsgate for a licensed Blair Witch game contest. But beyond that limited partnership is a much greater goal to increase female representation in the video gaming industry. Dorian is a no-code game creation and streaming platform focused on … [Read more...] about Dorian and Lionsgate Partner to Increase Opportunities for Women in Gaming