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All publications for 09.01.2024

Industry News January 9

ByteDance may sell some of its games to Tencent as part of previously announced restructuring

ByteDance is reportedly seeking options to sell its video games and other assets related to its gaming business. Chinese tech giant Tencent has been named among potential buyers.

Industry News January 9

Hogwarts Legacy tops 22 million copies sold, solidifying its status as best-selling game of 2023 globally

Hogwarts Legacy has surpassed 22 million units sold, according to Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment president David Haddad. This makes it the best-selling video game of 2023.

Industry News January 9

Unity to lay off 1,800 employees across all teams as part of its plans to “refocus on its core business”

Less than two weeks into 2024, mass layoffs continue to impact the industry. This time, Unity has decided to cut around 25% of its total workforce as part of its ongoing restructuring.