Just in time for Halloween, MGM and its gaming partners Outright Games and PHL Collective have launched the first console game for the CGI version of The Addams Family. Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on quality family entertainment. Since being founded in 2016, Outright has delivered several licensed game titles, including favorites such as … [Read more...] about MGM Partners With Outright On Addams Family Video Game
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Kristen Gray Promoted to Lead Konami Cross Media
Konami Digital Entertainment has appointed Kristen Gray to run its New York-based Konami Cross Media division. Gray, who previously worked for Konami as General Manager and Senior VP of Operations, will succeed Yuta Kose, who has been named President of Los Angeles-based Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Konami says Gray has a proven track record of success working with its … [Read more...] about Kristen Gray Promoted to Lead Konami Cross Media
Magic: The Gathering Crossovers With Fortnite and Street Fighter
Saying "Magic is the core of our business," Hasbro's Wizards of the Coast division has announced major crossover deals between its Magic: The Gathering Products with video games Fortnite and Street Fighter. WotC says those activations will happen in 2022, around the same time it plans to release the upcoming Magic: The Gathering animated series on Netflix. Magic: The … [Read more...] about Magic: The Gathering Crossovers With Fortnite and Street Fighter
Xbox Named Gaming Partner For English Football Teams
The Microsoft-owned Xbox gaming platform has been named the official partner of England's national football teams. The multi-year partnership covers the Lionesses team, the eLions esports team, and the Three Lions team, as well as Wembley Stadium. Xbox has committed to a grassroots gaming campaign with The Football Association (FA), creating exciting experiences for football … [Read more...] about Xbox Named Gaming Partner For English Football Teams
Ashley Maidy Appointed Head of CP At Riot Games
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Riot Games says it has appointed Ashley Maidy as its new Head of Global Consumer Products. Riot is the gaming developer and publisher known for global hit PC games such as League of Legends and VALORANT, both of which have become major vehicles for licensing deals and consumer products. With CP becoming such a big part of the company's … [Read more...] about Ashley Maidy Appointed Head of CP At Riot Games
US Air Force Takes Wing With Dignitas For Esports
The esports company Dignitas, a division of New Meta Entertainment, has announced a partnership with the US Air Force. Under the agreement, the USAF becomes the Official Military Service Partner of Dignitas, and will work alongside Dignitas to showcase the entities’ shared competitive spirit through educational, inspirational, and interactive content featuring Dignitas … [Read more...] about US Air Force Takes Wing With Dignitas For Esports
Technicolor Engages Brecht Group For Brand Licensing
Technicolor announced this week it has hired The Brecht Group to identify new licensing opportunities, and to facilitate its licensing operations in the US and Canada. Technicolor is a worldwide technology leader in the creation and seamless delivery of extraordinary entertainment experiences. By uniting industry-leading artistry with world-class innovation, the company and … [Read more...] about Technicolor Engages Brecht Group For Brand Licensing
Secret Creamery Unveils Tetris Ice Cream
Nevada's Secret Creamery, one of only a handful of ice cream manufacturers in Nevada, is releasing seven signature brands based on the Tetrimino shapes from the video game Tetris. The deal with IP owner Tetris Holdings will see Secret releasing flavors like Raspberry Rhubarb with Blonde Brownie Chunks in the shape of classic Tetris pieces. Brian Mosko, founder and managing … [Read more...] about Secret Creamery Unveils Tetris Ice Cream
Subway Surfers
Building on the successful launch of its licensed Subway Surfers range in the United States and Canada last year, SYBO Games expanded rights worldwide to Sakar International, the leading wheeled goods manufacturer. This Fall, scooters, hoverboards, skateboards, helmets and protective gear based on the world's most downloaded runner game will first arrive in Europe. The global … [Read more...] about Subway Surfers
Museum Installs World of Warships Video Games On HMS Belfast
Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the popular combat video game, World of Warships, has commandeered HMS Belfast to open a new gaming room for fans of the franchise, in a new partnership with Imperial War Museums. The video gaming room opened to the public July 8 in accordance with the UK's pandemic reopening plan. Visitors are being invited to the newly refurbished … [Read more...] about Museum Installs World of Warships Video Games On HMS Belfast