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Industry News February 16

Players spent $950 million on Epic Games Store in 2023, iOS launch in Europe officially coming this year

Epic Games Store has summed up its 2023 results, disclosing the number of users and player spending on the platform. The company also shared its plans for this year, including the launch of the iOS version in Europe.

Deals February 16

Trends in gamedev venture capital deals — legal overview by REVERA law group

What were the biggest trends in VC investment deals across the games industry in 2023 and which ones will remain relevant this year? This is an overview by legal experts Anna Solovei and Viktoryia Semianitskaya, representing REVERA law group.

Industry News February 16

Alan Wake 2 hits 1.3 million copies sold, but Remedy is yet to see any revenue from it

Alan Wake 2 has become the fastest-selling game in the history of Remedy Entertainment. The psychological horror title has sold 1.3 million copies in more than three months.

Industry News February 16

Xbox testing waters with four first-party games coming to PS5 and Switch to see if they benefit its long-term health and growth

Microsoft has finally shared the promised update on the future of Xbox and its business strategy. The company detailed its approach to game exclusivity and finding players on other platforms, as well as its plans for Game Pass and next-gen hardware.