Team Razer and RBLZ Gaming © Razer, RBLZ Gaming Esports Razer Signs Partnership Between Team Razer and RBLZ Gaming Razer has announced the signing of RBLZ Gaming to Team Razer. This is Razer's first console-focused esports partnership in the EMEA region. Since its inception in 2020, RBLZ Gaming has achieved several milestones, including multiple appearances on the global stage at EA FC esports competitions. Over the last By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
The Scouring © Orc Group Products The Scouring What might a modern RTS look like that draws inspiration from classics such as Warcraft II and III, while also introducing new ideas? The answer comes from The Scouring by Orc Group, which is already making a strong impression in the Early Access phase. The Scouring is a real-time strategy By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
BIG and GreenMedical launch partnership © BIG Business BIG and GreenMedical Have Launched a Partnership BIG has become the first German team to secure a partnership with GreenMedical in the cannabis sector. Such partnerships have previously only existed at an international level, so this is a novel development for the GSA region. At first glance, cannabis and esports seem like an unusual duo. However, Berlin By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Australia Did It © Rami Ismail, Aesthetician Labs, Mystic Forge Products New Indie Publisher Mystic Forge Releases Rami Ismail's Next Genre-Crossover Tower Defense and Reverse Bullet Hell collide in Australia Did It, the new game from Rami Ismail and Aesthetician Labs. The game will be published by Mystic Forge, a new indie publisher founded by former Good Shepherd Entertainment members. Australia Did It is the latest game from Rami Ismail (creator By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Car chases are a must in 007 First Light. © IO Interactive Products IO Interactive Provides First Glimpse of 007 First Light It has been a long time since the last 007 video game, 007 Legends, which was released in 2012. However, IO Interactive intends to fill this gap with 007 First Light. Following the initial gameplay presentation, it is clear that a new action highlight is on the horizon for 2026. By Marcel Kleffmann • 4 min read
Aonic CEO and co-founder Paul Schempp / Benjamin Ritzka, CEO and Founder of Prime Insights / Exmox CEO Caglar Eger © Aonic / Prime Insights / Exmox Business Aonic Acquires Prime Insights for More Than $250 Million Aonic, a global group of tech and gaming companies, has completed the acquisition of research technology firm Prime Insights for a total transaction value in excess of $250 million. This is Aonic's largest acquisition to date. The plan is to create an industry-leading rewards platform. Prime Insights is By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Jasmin Oestreicher, CEO Instinct3 & Co-CEO and Co-Founder Sidekick Publishing / Melvin Frank, Co-CEO & Co-Founder Sidekick Publishing © SAVO Media - Photography & Filming Business Melvin Frank: "We aim to approach publishing with flexibility and a creator-first mindset." By founding Sidekick Publishing, Instinct3 has confirmed its intention to remain active in the publishing sector. We spoke to Melvin Frank, co-CEO and co-founder of Sidekick, about initial experiences, big plans, and how they stand out in the sector. When it comes to game publishing, Instinct3 is here to stay. By Marcel Kleffmann • 7 min read
Paramount and Activision bring Call of Duty to the big screen. © Paramount and Activision Business Paramount and Activision Bring Call of Duty to the Big Screen Paramount, a subsidiary of Skydance Corporation, has signed a film deal with Activision. The aim of this partnership is to bring the Call of Duty universe to the big screen. Call of Duty, one of the most successful video game franchises of all time and the #1 best-selling video game By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Mike Nicodemus, Head of People and Culture, Metacore © Nicodemus, Metacore Business Metacore Appoints Mike Nicodemus as New Head of People and Culture Metacore has announced a new appointment in Berlin. Mike Nicodemus has begun his new role leading the People and Talent Acquisition functions. His goal is to strengthen and scale people practices alongside the business, while fostering the company's culture. Mike Nicodemus' appointment at Metacore, the mobile games By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Lost Soul Aside © Sony Interactive Entertainment Products Lost Soul Aside Thanks to the support of the PlayStation's China Hero Project, Lost Soul Aside has evolved from a solo prototype into a full-fledged action RPG. Hailing from China, Yang Bing spent a considerable amount of time working on the prototype for Lost Soul Aside, which received positive feedback online. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Indie Fan Fest © Digital Bandidos and the MIX Business Indie Fan Fest Is a New Showcase From Digital Bandidos and The MIX Digital Bandidos and The MIX have announced Indie Fan Fest, a new online showcase for indie games. The event will premiere in September, showcasing games that will feature in October's Steam Next Fest. Indie Fan Fest, a new online showcase organised by indie publisher Digital Bandidos and curators By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Ronald Kaulbach, Label Director | Josef Vorbeck, Senior Producer © Inin Games Business Inin Games Appoints Ronald Kaulbach as Label Director and Josef Vorbeck as Senior Producer Retro and arcade video games publisher Inin Games strengthens its leadership team: Ronald Kaulbach takes on the role of Label Director, while Josef Vorbeck joins as Senior Producer. Inin Games, a label of United Games Entertainment, appoints Ronald Kaulbach as Label Director and Josef Vorbeck as Senior Producer. Kaulbach brings By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
