Industry News April 20 Total time underage players spent in Tencent games reduced by 88% after implementing new restrictions Tencent has shared the results of its efforts to create the so-called healthy gaming environment. The Chinese tech giant noted how the latest restrictions implemented last year helped reduce total time spent by minors in its titles.
Game Development April 20 How The Thing inspired Innersloth to make Space Mafia, which eventually turned into Among Us Innersloth has opened up about the Among Us development. The studio, which is now recognized across the globe, talked about the game’s early version and sources of inspiration for the whole project.
Industry News April 20 CD Projekt shares drop to lowest level since January 2019 following latest financial results CD Projekt shares have dropped to the lowest level in over three years soon after the Cyberpunk 2077 developer released its new financial report. Analysts also reduced their expectations for the company’s revenue.
Industry News April 20 Rovio open to more M&A deals in future, says it wants to make “right acquisitions” Rovio is not known for actively purchasing other studios. However, the Angry Birds developer is now looking for potential M&A targets, saying that these deals will be an important part of its strategy.
Industry News April 20 Love Island developer Fusebox Games opens new studio in LA led by TV writer Michael J. Cinquemani Mobile developer Fusebox Games has announced the opening of its new studio in Los Angeles. It will be led by writer and producer Michael J. Cinquemani.
Industry News April 20 David Jaffe turned down opportunity to direct $100 million budget game because he didn’t want to deal with Tencent Prominent game designer David Jaffe, known for his work on series like God of War and Twisted Metal, has claimed that Tencent once wanted him to direct a game with a $100 million budget. However, he refused to partner with the Chinese tech giant.