Meta Quest mobile app downloads declined by 25% in 2023, despite a strong Q4
Game Developer
JANUARY 4, 2024
The Meta Quest platform continued to lose momentum in 2023.
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Console revenues decline as PC soars; Mobile still dominates in $187 billion market
PreMortem.Games
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Biggest growth The market dynamics reveal a notable shift among gaming platforms. PC gaming is set to outperform both mobile and console gaming in revenue growth, with a projected increase of 4.0% In contrast, mobile gaming, despite its significant market share, is expected to grow at a slower rate of 3.0% increase year-on-year.
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The biggest Serbia games firms amassed €175m in revenue during 2023
GamesIndustry.biz
MAY 17, 2024
PWC has tracked that the revenue of Serbia's top 15 most successful companies totaled €175 million ($190 million) in 2023, up 17% year-on-year. This is according to the 2023 Serbian Gaming Industry Report, which covered the 21 largest companies in the sector. Read more
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Why do you Need to Build Cross-Platform Games in 2023?
Artoon
JUNE 16, 2023
Cross-platform mobile games are a trend that is quickly taking over the […] The post Why do you Need to Build Cross-Platform Games in 2023? appeared first on Artoon Solutions.
Roblox reported over 13,000 incidents to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in 2023
GamesIndustry.biz
JULY 23, 2024
Roblox reported over 13,000 incidents of child exploitation to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in 2023, with around 24 predators arrested for grooming and abusing victims on the hugely popular social game platform in the US. That's up from 3000 the year before.
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The Mobile Games Industry In the Year 2023
Deconstructor of Fun
JANUARY 31, 2023
1 Organic Discovery Will Be Declared Deceased In 2023, the iOS and Play stores will be officially declared dead - and no funeral will be held. Yet the hard truth is that these initiatives by the platforms have done little except prolonged development cycles and created jobs inside the platforms themselves. Exit mobile.
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Multigaming Platform App Development Cost in 2023
Artoon
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Multigaming Platform Providers are the new talk in online mobile gaming. The […] The post Multigaming Platform App Development Cost in 2023 appeared first on Artoon Solutions.
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2023: Year in Retrospect for the Gaming Industry
iXie gaming
JANUARY 19, 2024
The gaming industry has achieved significant milestones in recent years, and 2023 was no exception. Recent data has shown that 2023 has been among the best years in the gaming sector. Join us as we look back at some of the key trends and issues that shaped the gaming industry in 2023. But was it all rosy? Approximately 6.92
What’s New In Unity 2023 – All You Need To Know
Logic Simplified
JULY 24, 2023
The creators of the popular JetBrains Rider IDE wrote on their blog“ At present, Unity stands out as one of the most popular and versatile cross-platform game engines available, catering to the creation of 2D, 3D, virtual reality, and augmented reality games. The latest version of Unity 2023 is Unity 2022.2.11 Unity 2022.2.11
The State of the Mobile Games Market in 2023
Deconstructor of Fun
JANUARY 17, 2023
State of the Mobile Games Market The Western mobile games market , which we broadly analyze by removing the Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese and Korean markets from the numbers, saw overall installs climb by 14% to 47.5B Noticeably, Tencent’s PUBG Mobile and Garena’s Free Fire were both down 37%.
How Mobile Gaming Could Come to an End
Deconstructor of Fun
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
The platform killed the booming gaming business by handicapping the distribution channels used to grow our games. I believe that mobile games could be facing the same deliberate death-by-a-platform as games Facebook suffered a decade ago. The Mobile Games Market has Matured The market returned to growth.
Bucking the Recession in Mobile Gaming
Deconstructor of Fun
DECEMBER 5, 2022
and Deconstructor of Fun’s latest collaborative report, we dive deep into a comprehensive analysis of the mobile gaming sector and which genres are defying the economic slowdown. Nevertheless, mobile gaming represents a whopping 61% of all games revenue , a number that would be even larger should we account for all the in-app-ad revenue.
AWS for Games updates from re:Invent 2023
AWS Games
DECEMBER 12, 2023
During re:Invent 2023, the AWS for Games team showcased the latest ways our customers are using AWS game development tools and introduced several new purpose-built guidance and partner solutions that are now available in the AWS Games Solution Library. To view additional recordings from re:Invent 2023, visit the AWS Events content page.
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Why 70% of Developers Prefer Unity for Mobile Game Development
iXie gaming
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Mobile gaming has become popular in recent times thanks to the growing number of mobile device users. Several mobile game engines are used to create mobile games. However, Unity has stood out as one of the most preferred and trusted mobile game engines. However, with time, it started supporting multiple platforms.
From $1B to $10B in 5 Years – Scopely’s Journey to Mobile Game Success
Deconstructor of Fun
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Much has changed in mobile gaming since then—and not all of them for the better—but one thing’s for sure: Scopely has more than delivered. Everything revolved around the product, and they eliminated the traditional internal versus external studio divide, creating a seamless environment supported by a robust central tech platform.
Nintendo profits rise to $2.7bn despite Switch sales slowdown
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Nintendo has released its financial results for the nine months ended December 31, 2023, in which it experienced an increase in sales and net profit – likely due to the Switch's last Christmas on shelves before its expected successor joins it later this year. Sales on Nintendo's own platforms were up 4.7% to ¥1.3 to ¥1.3
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Unity Engine vs Godot in 2023
Jaunty Bear Games
APRIL 5, 2023
In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Unity engine vs Godot in 2023. Unity supports a wide range of platforms, including PC, mobile, and consoles. Godot is also lightweight, making it an excellent choice for developing games for mobile platforms and web browsers.
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The Mobile Games Moving Away From Gacha
Game Refinery
APRIL 27, 2023
Mobile games and gacha mechanics have been closely aligned for a significant time. Regardless of the genre, most gamers playing titles on a mobile device will inevitably encounter gacha mechanics in some shape or form, whether that’s a box gacha, sugoroku gacha, timed gacha, or one of many others.
The Audit of Our 2023 Predictions
Deconstructor of Fun
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Our track record for 2023 predictions: 4 correct 3 partly correct 1 wrong See what where we missed and why. Prediction #1 Organic Discovery Will Be Declared Deceased We predicted that in 2023, the iOS and Play stores will be officially declared dead - and no funeral will be held. Roughly put, 2023 created two groups of marketers.
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Why Choosing Unity to Create an Android Game in 2023
Moonmana
JUNE 7, 2023
This time we’ll unveil the most common reasons why studios choose Unity for creating a game for Android in 2023. Keep on reading and find out what it takes to build a highly-rated mobile game by using the Unity engine and what you should be ready to go through. Is Unity Good for Mobile Games?
Is it time to rethink the “Game of the Year” award for mobile?
Deconstructor of Fun
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Unlike these other formats, however, the games industry produces experiences that can differ vastly from one platform to the next. The Best Mobile Game award, on the other hand, is simply “for the best game playable on a mobile device.” Additionally, the lines between “mobile devices” and consoles are increasingly blurring.
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The Play Pendulum • A theory of innovation cycles in interactive entertainment
PreMortem.Games
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
This might involve the introduction of new platforms, novel distribution methods, or innovative monetization models. Digitalization and smartphones: 1994 to 2015 The second major swing of the Play Pendulum encompassed the rise of 3D gaming, the emergence of online multiplayer, and the mobile gaming revolution. billion to $104 billion.
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DIY desserts and tie dye shirts – Mobile games inspired by social media (part 2)
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
No wonder it scores so well as mobile games. In January 2023, the game generated 1.9M views on TikTok, and it also has a ‘simulator’ following in the mobile games industry. followers on TikTok) uploaded to the platform a video about this monkey playing with a Pop It. In January 2023, the game still generated 2.8M
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Newzoo expects a ‘lean year’ for the industry but also predicts growth for 2024
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
And even though this year’s release catalog is expected to be less impressive than 2023’s, live-service games, and back catalog sales will make up for it. Also, after two years of negative growth, due to difficult market conditions, especially around user acquisition, mobile gaming is likely to recover.
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Checkmate: Discussing the Rise of Chess Games on Mobile
Game Refinery
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Digital Chess, one of the first video games ever created, has experienced a massive revival on mobile, with hundreds of Chess games available to download from the iOS store. million people signing up to the browser-turned-mobile game Chess.com and a 603% leap in chess book sales in the US; it now even has an exclusive game on Netflix.
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Things You Need to Know About Metaverse Gaming Platforms
iXie gaming
APRIL 3, 2023
In this blog, we will take you on a journey through the world of Metaverse gaming platforms, and explore what it is, how it works, and what you need to know to get started. What are Metaverse Gaming Platforms Metaverse gaming platforms are online virtual worlds that allow users to interact with each other in a shared space.
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Newzoo’s latest report: Almost 9 in 10 gamers spend money on in-game items
PreMortem.Games
JUNE 22, 2023
Image: pikisuperstar on Freepik Newzoo’s Global Gamer Study 2023 is a true treasure trove of interesting facts about the people out there that hopefully end up with your game in their hands. More than one platform Almost half of all gamers actively play on more than one platform.
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The Game Developer’s Guide to re:Invent 2023
AWS Games
OCTOBER 26, 2023
AWS re:Invent 2023 is fast approaching, and AWS for Games is gearing up to welcome attendees from around the globe at the annual conference for developers in Las Vegas November 27 – December 1. You can also download the AWS Events mobile app for iOS or Android to plan and navigate your re:Invent experience.
What We Can Learn About LiveOps From the 2024 Mobile Gamedev Award Winners
Game Refinery
MAY 30, 2024
Millions of mobile games are out there battling for engagement, yet only a few titles manage to fight their way to the top. Tencent’s PUBG Mobile, and Riot’s League of Legends: Wild Rift) might just have the answers you’re looking for. Their secret to success? Mastering the art of LiveOps.
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The Rise of Hybridization in Mobile Games: How Developers are Genre Mashing Their Way to Success
Game Refinery
MAY 4, 2023
We’ve been writing about the growth of ‘hybrid’ mobile games – when a title merges two or more genres to create an entirely new gameplay experience – since 2020, but hybrid games have evolved a lot since then, especially when it comes to the game genres that are being merged together. Why are hybrid mobile games becoming more popular?
AWS for Games at Gamescom 2023
AWS Games
AUGUST 18, 2023
The conference, one of the largest gaming events in the world, offers a platform for game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, and cloud providers for games to showcase their latest products, make announcements, and provide hands-on demonstrations to attendees. Learn more and register for the event. Learn more.
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12 Ways to Take Battle Passes to the Next Level in Mobile Games
Game Refinery
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The ever-changing nature of the mobile market means that new monetization mechanics are constantly emerging and evolving. Battle passes have crept into almost every mobile game genre imaginable, with our platform showing that 66% of mobile games in the top 20% have incorporated the feature.
The Story of Oscar Esio and Africacomicade’s Community Impact
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Unaware of this fact, in 2023, Michael Oscar Esio made my wish come true when he invited me to visit the bustling city of Lagos. It’s no surprise that Africacomicade was awarded the title of community of the year by Games Industry Africa in 2023. I have always wanted to visit Nigeria, partly fueled by my Nigerian brother-in-law.
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Untold Stories of ex-Activision Blizzard King’s Founders
Deconstructor of Fun
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
In the second edition of The Alumni Effect, we’re focusing on another industry powerhouse: Activision Blizzard, which also includes the mobile gaming giant King. While this includes companies beyond game development — such as platforms, tech solutions, and web3 startups — all the entities in our study operate within the gaming sector.
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The Rise and Fall of eCPM in Mobile Gaming: What Happened in 2022?
Game Biz
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
The mobile gaming industry was no exception and experienced a significant drop in eCPM (effective cost per thousand impressions) due to these challenges. How We Structured Our Study The data in this report is separated per ad format, platform, and country. Rewarded video ads – eCPM decrease across platforms and countries (2022.
Istanbul Gaming Summit 2023
Deconstructor of Fun
MARCH 14, 2023
Last week in Istanbul, Google and Deconstructor of Fun brought together a thousand-strong group of high-level mobile game execs to talk about the future of the business. His data and insights were based on US data as a proxy for the western market, and focused on platform privacy, or the “Apple global mobile game recession”.
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What REALLY Happened with Apex Legends Mobile
Deconstructor of Fun
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
EA announced that it was canceling Apex Legends Mobile and Battlefield Mobile. The Deconstructor of Fun x Google Istanbul conference is coming up on March 9th, 2023! TWiG 218 - Everdale's Metacore Move / Death of E3 / EA Abandons Mobile Shooters ✉️ Received this email from a friend? SAVE THE DATE! Subscribe here!
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The State of Gaming 2024: Trends in Marketing, Gaming, and Apps
Deconstructor of Fun
JUNE 24, 2024
The mobile market continues to evolve rapidly, driven by shifting user behaviors, technological advancements, and emerging economic trends. This blog post delves into those insights to provide a comprehensive overview of the mobile landscape. 2023 was a challenging year for the mobile gaming market.
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Analysis • How startups can survive the coming storm
PreMortem.Games
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Given these incredible tailwinds, it’s not surprising that mobile game companies have delivered the vast majority of gaming venture returns in recent years. But now the era of startup mobile gaming growth is over, as you can read here. The explosive growth of the smartphone. Games become more expensive to make. Leave no stone unturned.
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Transmedia Triumphs and Traps: Lessons from the Convergence of Gaming and Media
Deconstructor of Fun
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Dive deeper into this discussion by watching or listening to the full podcast on your favorite platforms via the links below. Hogwarts Legacy was an instant hit, selling 12 million units in its first two weeks after its February 2023 launch, and reaching a total of 24 million units sold with retail sales grossing $1 billion by December 2023.
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Top 10 filmmaking software 2023: Elevate your production workflow
Filmustage
APRIL 17, 2023
In this in-depth article, we'll explore the top 10 filmmaking software solutions for 2023, providing detailed analysis, user reviews, and insights to help you choose the perfect toolkit for your next project. is an essential tool for filmmakers in 2023. Let's dive in! With its intuitive interface and robust set of features, Frame.io
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Games Industry Events in the UK and Europe 2023
OPM Jobs
APRIL 13, 2023
Pocket Gamer Connects London 23rd – 24th | London, UK Pocket Gamer Connects provides value for every level of the mobile and portable device gaming industry from global corporations through to indie developers, whether you’re looking to develop strategies or make new connections. Find out more. Find out more. Find out more.
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5 Benefits of Cloud Gaming
Logic Simplified
JANUARY 14, 2024
billion in 2023 to $84.97 Along with no device limitation, instant play, cross-platform gaming, and high-quality graphics, there are other benefits of Cloud gaming. Good game development services with a reliable cloud platform are a great combination for those who want to experience seamless and glitch-free games.
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Apex Legends vs. Fortnite: Assessing Popularity in 2023 – Who Takes the Lead?
Game Errors
JUNE 6, 2023
Both of these titles with cross-platform play capacity. So, we have made our estimation for 2023’s data in some cases. However, we can exclude the 2023 part, as it’s the middle of the year. We have used data till April 2023. The PS is the most popular platform for this title, with around 40% of gamers.
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