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Oakley’s Got Game, With High Tech Fortnite Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fortnite and the glasses maker Oakley are creating a true 'spectacle', with a partnership for specialized gaming eyewear. Oakley has created a new type of glasses based on its proprietary Prism Gaming 2.0 lens technology, which assists players in reducing glare from OLED and LED screens, while sharp visual acuity during intense gaming … [Read more...] about Oakley’s Got Game, With High Tech Fortnite Collaboration

Nintendo Releasing Live Action Film Based on Legend of Zelda

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It had to happen eventually, and now it has. Nintendo has announced over its X (Twitter) account that it will produce a live action film based on The Legend of Zelda, in partnership with Sony Pictures. The news was shared by none other than the equally legendary creator and game developer Shigeru Miyamoto, who took to X to write, … [Read more...] about Nintendo Releasing Live Action Film Based on Legend of Zelda

Ready Player Me Unveils Licenseable ‘Premium Skins Catalog’ For Developers

Program Designed Lets Developers Tap Into the Growing Market For Online Avatars By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The tech company Ready Player Me (RPM) is making a big move in the growing market for online avatars with a new licensing program. RPM says it's launching a 'Premium Skins Catalog', which will include content from major players like Warner Music Group, … [Read more...] about Ready Player Me Unveils Licenseable ‘Premium Skins Catalog’ For Developers

Video Gaming: Microsoft’s Wins Battle to Acquire Activision

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Microsoft has completed its $69 billion deal to acquire video gaming giant Activision Blizzard, after reaching an agreement with regulators in the UK. The months long battle to complete the controversial deal was finally won after Microsoft made concessions that the Competition and Markets Authority said were "game changing." The CMA, … [Read more...] about Video Gaming: Microsoft’s Wins Battle to Acquire Activision

Electronic Arts’ Fan Base Explodes For Football and Hockey Games

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Electronic Arts is celebrating the release of two of its blockbuster games, EA Sports FC and EA Sports NHL. EA has become known over the years as the top designer of sports-related games, covering the gamut from auto racing to American football, but globally, it's EA Sports FC that has become the company's top sports franchise. For many … [Read more...] about Electronic Arts’ Fan Base Explodes For Football and Hockey Games

Unity Backtracks on Licensing Fees After Developer Backlash

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The game engine creator Unity has walked back its new licensing fee policy after a firestorm of criticism from developers. “We should have spoken with more of you, and we should have incorporated more of your feedback before announcing,” Unity president Marc Whitten wrote in a mea culpa published on the company’s blog. The Unity is one of … [Read more...] about Unity Backtracks on Licensing Fees After Developer Backlash

My Pet Hooligan IP Debuts Globally on Epic Games

TLL Staff AMGI Studios has announced its marquee video game title My Pet Hooligan has debuted on the Epic Games Store platform. My Pet Hooligan is a gaming and collectibles brand being built to become a global franchise, led by Hooli, a loud and rambunctious rabbit, in tandem with his partner in crime, Crystal Bun. My Pet Hooligan produces games, content, merch and … [Read more...] about My Pet Hooligan IP Debuts Globally on Epic Games

EA SPORTS Scores Goal For Gender Equality By Adding Women’s Football

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Electonic Arts is expanding the role of women's football in its upcoming video game, EA SPORTS FC 24. The most noteworthy new expansion is the addition of professional women's football players to the game's Ultimate Team mode. This will allow EA SPORTS FC 24 players to build squads featuring both male and female football stars from … [Read more...] about EA SPORTS Scores Goal For Gender Equality By Adding Women’s Football

Ralph Lauren Designs Gamer Collection for G2 Esports

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you needed any more proof esports has become a big deal in licensing, consider that high-end fashion house Ralph Lauren has been named as the exclusive fashion outfitter to the G2 Esports team. That's the kind of announcement you expect from Olympic national teams or FIFA, but with esports attendance and revenues soaring, smart licensees … [Read more...] about Ralph Lauren Designs Gamer Collection for G2 Esports

Xbox and Bethesda Release Limited-Edition Starfield Headset & Controller

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterXbox and Bethesda have entered a licensing partnership for a limited-edition Xbox controller and headset inspired by the Starfield video game.Starfield is an open-world science fiction role-playing video game that is scheduled for release for Microsoft Windows and the Xbox Series S/X console in September 2023.The game is developed by Bethesda … [Read more...] about Xbox and Bethesda Release Limited-Edition Starfield Headset & Controller