User-generated game platform Roblox confirmed a recent report that it has filed papers today to go public on the U.S. stock market. CNBC previously reported that the company could go public early next year at an $8 billion valuation. Roblox said it filed a confidential draft registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for […]
Pangea Cup Partners with Subnation on Indie Video Game Development Competition
The organizers of the Pangea Cup have partnered with Subnation, the Los Angeles-based media and marketing company covering gaming and esports lifestyle, to launch a global indie video game development competition. The Pangea Cup’s aim is to focus on the discovery, cultivation, publishing and distribution of the next generation of indie video games. Subnation’s role […]
IBM enters esports with Overwatch League data and sponsorship deal
Global technology and data services firm IBM has entered into an analytics and sponsorship deal with Overwatch League, which runs through the 2022 season. The deal is IBM’s first foray into esports and kicks off with the company presenting this weekend’s in-progress Overwatch League Grand Finals competition. RELATED: Data startup PandaScore raises €5 million Series A […]
Report: Airtel in Talks With PUBG Corp. to Distribute PUBG Mobile in India
PUBG Corporation is in early talks with telecom company Airtel to distribute PUBG Mobile in India, while talks with Reliance concerning a distribution deal related to its Jio platform have slowed, according to a report in Entrackr. “PUBG is in early conversation with Airtel for handing over distribution rights to the telecom giant. This desperation […]
With Blackstone’s backing, Murka stakes a claim in social casino games
In the saturated social casino game market, it isn’t easy to battle the big brands. But that’s the challenge that Murka, a smaller player in Ukraine, has undertaken with some success. Through growth that accelerated this year, Murka has become a top 10 player with five million monthly active users. While it still has a […]
Valve Rolls Up With Steam Digital Tabletop Fest
Valve has announced that the Steam Digital Tabletop Fest will be taking place from October 21-26, featuring virtual let’s plays, panels, talks, and more streaming activities. During this week, you will be able to explore how fine the line between physical and digital tabletop games is managed by top industry professionals. You will be able […]
YNk unhappy with banned CS:GO coaches becoming analysts
After the massive exodus of CS:GO coaches using a spectating bug, changes were being made across the league. However, it seems not all banned coaches want to leave. Plus, it seems their organizations don’t want them to leave either. FaZe clan coach Janko “YNk” Paunović has noticed this issue and is annoyed with how it […]
Sega Ages Ends On A Bang With Herzog Zwei’s Excellent Re-Release
Last week, Sega released the final title in its Sega Ages line on Nintendo Switch with Herzog Zwei. An underappreciated gem from the Genesis library, Herzog Zwei was maybe a bit too ambitious for the constraints of 16-bit hardware. Essentially writing the rulebook for RTS games for the next 10 years, it’s not hard to […]
Hands-On With NHL 21’s Retooled Be A Pro Mode
Season after season of just making do, Be A Pro has needed some new lifeblood for years. EA Vancouver finally made the investment in NHL 21 by bringing in new mechanics and upgrading several elements. Expect a more immersive experience that provides more choices in how to evolve your player from inexperienced rookie to top-tier […]
Dallas Fuel part ways with assistant coach Vol’Jin – Daily Esports
More coaching moves are away in the Overwatch League. The Dallas Fuel, a team that happened to disappoint in the playoffs this year, had to make changes. Fans were questioning how big these changes would be for the Fuel. Would it be as big as the moves for the London Spitfire? Or would it be […]