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All publications for 11.04.2024

Miniclip acquires PowerWash Simulator dev FuturLab to expand into PC/console market

Swiss mobile publisher Miniclip has announced a new M&A deal by acquiring UK studio FuturLab best known for its successful sim PowerWash Simulator.

Market Analysis April 11

Ampere: Stellar Blade demo hit 690k daily active players, almost double that of FFVII Rebirth

Ampere Analysis has looked at the performance of the recently released Stellar Blade demo. And it appears that Shift Up’s upcoming surpassed the demo of another PS5 exclusive, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, in terms of daily active users (DAU).

Industry News April 11

Matthew Karch: You can make great games “at a price that isn’t going to kill somebody’s bank account”

Saber Interactive head Matthew Karch has been on a press tour since his company’s split from Embracer Group. This time, he shared his thoughts on the sustainability of AAA game production and whether it is going to change in the future.

Industry News April 11

Report: Ascendant Studios furloughs 30 people, keeps shrinking after poor launch of Immortals of Aveum

Ascendant Studios has reportedly downsized again, just a little over six months after laying off nearly half of its staff. This time, the Immortals of Aveum developer stopped employing dozens of its remaining workers.