Krafton invests $89.3 million in streaming company Spoon Labs PUBG maker Krafton has made its biggest non-gaming investment. Known for its audio platform Spoon, Spoon Labs recently launched short-form K-drama video service Viggle. Krafton’s investment is driven by the growing potential of the short-form video drama market, which is valued at $5 billion in China, […]
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PS5 Pro announcement: What went wrong?
Sony’s recent unveiling of the PlayStation 5 Pro was supposed to be a game-changer. Fans were ready for a big announcement, reminiscent of the buzz around the PlayStation 4 Pro in 2016. With talk of cutting-edge graphics, seamless gameplay and a number of exclusive titles optimized for the new hardware, the hype was real. Gamers […]
Win Red Dwarf: Discover the TV Series
Red Dwarf: Discovering the TV SeriesVolume I : 1988–1993by Tom Salinsky Published: September 30, 2024 pre order Here, Do you know…Red Dwarf would never have been made if it weren’t for the under-appreciated BBC sitcom from the 1980s ‘Happy Families’.Where did the ship’s “made up” slur ‘Gwenlan’ come from?What is the significance of 23 March […]
The rise of Real Cricket™ and what’s next for India’s top mobile sports game
India and Japan to host anime event showcasing Japanese pop culture in New Delhi India and Japan will jointly host it. Fair! Fair! Anime Japan!! On September 28-29, 2024 at Pacific Mall, New Delhi. The event, supported by both governments, will feature anime, manga, games, cosplay, and Japanese intellectual property (IP). Film screenings, including fan […]
Anuj Mankar shares the secret to the Real Cricket™ success story
Real Cricket™ The franchise has emerged as a dominant force in India’s mobile gaming landscape, with over 350 million downloads and consistently ranking among the top sports simulation games on mobile. To know the strategies behind its rise, we spoke to Anuj Mankar, CEO and Founder of Nautilus Mobile at JetSynthesys, the company behind the […]
The next step in immersive marketing?
However, creating an ARG is no easy task. The complexity that makes them so immersive also makes them exceptionally difficult to create and manage. Unlike traditional games that are limited to a single platform, ARGs demand a multi-layered approach that spans websites, social media, phone calls, emails, and even physical locations. Every piece of content […]
The leading games of 2024 will reshape the industry
Tara Gaming Announces “Bharatvarsha”: An Ambitious AAA Franchise Based on Ancient India Tara Gaming Limited’s upcoming AAA franchise, “Bharatvarsha / The Age of Bharat” is aiming for a 2026 release for its first fantasy video game. Created by bestselling author Amish Tripathi and gaming industry veteran Noordin Abboud, this new series will dive into the […]
Why 2024 is a turning point for gaming
Helldivers 2 and its battle against FOMO In recent years, FOMO (fear of missing out) has become a significant issue in the gaming industry. With limited-time events, seasonal content, and special in-game rewards, many titles are designed to keep players constantly engaged. This creates a sense of urgency – if you don’t log in every […]
Is Netflix having an identity crisis?
Growing up with cable TV felt like you had a buffet of entertainment at your disposal. Whether you wanted to watch the latest reality series, an obscure indie film, or a forgotten box-office flop, cable had it all. In this ecosystem, variety reigned supreme, allowing viewers to find something they liked, and it was all […]
Does Krafton have the potential to overtake EA?
Electronic Arts (EA) has maintained an undisputed position in the life simulation genre ever since its debut album. The Sims in 2000. Over the past two decades, the franchise has not only adapted but also solidified its dominance, The Sims 4 By 2023, this will emerge as its biggest achievement. The Sims 4 had achieved […]