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Google Cloud unveils autonomous AI agents as next phase of game development

Google Cloud unveils autonomous AI agents as next phase of game developmentGoogle Cloud has outlined its vision for the next phase of video game development in what it describes as a shift toward “Living Games” powered by autonomous AI agents. Speaking at GDC 2026, the company said the industry is entering its most significant transformation since the transition from 2D to 3D graphics, with AI systems increasingly embedded in both development pipelines and gameplay experiences. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

PEGI expands age ratings to cover loot boxes and in-game spending

PEGI expands age ratings to cover loot boxes and in-game spendingThe Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) system has expanded its age rating criteria to address risks linked to online interaction and monetisation features in games. The changes, which take effect in June 2026, will introduce a broader set of classification rules covering game functionality as well as content. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

UK government votes against blanket social media ban for under-16s

UK government votes against blanket social media ban for under-16sThe UK House of Commons has rejected a proposal to introduce a blanket ban on social media use for under-16s. As detailed by Flux Digital, the vote now removes the under-16 ban previously inserted into the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill by the House of Lords. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Kingshot’s first year: $800m, 11 months of growth, but backlash from whales

Kingshot’s first year: $800m, 11 months of growth, but backlash from whalesCentury Games’ Kingshot has celebrated its first anniversary with over $800 million in gross player spending. The mobile strategy title was released globally on February 22nd, 2025. In its first year it generated $811.9m between Google Play and the App Store, according to AppMagic estimates, with true revenue likely higher when factoring in the web shop. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Africa’s monetisation debate: founders weigh in on mobile, PC, and the realities of game revenue

Africa’s monetisation debate: founders weigh in on mobile, PC, and the realities of game revenueAs Africa’s games industry continues to expand, questions around monetisation are becoming increasingly urgent for developers across the continent. Mobile gaming is widely viewed as the region’s primary growth engine, driven by high smartphone penetration and a player base that overwhelmingly engages through handheld devices. Yet turning that scale into sustainable revenue remains a persistent challenge. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

March 2026's Movers and Shakers: Pokémon’s product marketing manager, multiple King promotions, founding Rocket Game Talent, and more

March 2026's Movers and Shakers: Pokémon’s product marketing manager, multiple King promotions, founding Rocket Game Talent, and moreTo keep you up to date with the latest movers and shakers in the mobile games industry, we've put together a regular roundup of the latest hires, promotions and, in some cases, exits. If you've recently joined a company or bagged a big promotion, or you're an employer that's just made a hire, drop us an email at [email protected]. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Vietnam’s mobile games market reached $825m in revenue in 2025

Vietnam’s mobile games market reached $825m in revenue in 2025Vietnam’s mobile games market generated $825 million in revenue in 2025, maintaining steady growth as the country continued to strengthen local monetisation channels. That's according to a new report from Gamota, which showed that Vietnam recorded year-on-year revenue growth of 9.16% while reaching approximately 54m gamers. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Tenjin joins Turkish government incentives programme for game developers

Tenjin joins Turkish government incentives programme for game developersMobile marketing analytics platform Tenjin has been accepted into the Turkish government’s incentives programme. The move will allow eligible local studios to receive reimbursement when working with the company. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Pocket Gamer Connects Summit San Francisco smashed expectations

Pocket Gamer Connects Summit San Francisco smashed expectationsHosted during GDC week, Pocket Gamer Connects Summit San Francisco brought games industry professionals to 715 Harrison on March 9th, once again serving as a key meeting point for the global mobile games business. With 500+ companies registered from 52 countries across six continents, the event delivered a full day of networking, business meetings and market expertise in the heart of the city. The event boasted an impressive stage line-up, with the likes of Meta, Scopely, Marvel SNAP’s creators, Discord, Tencent, SYBO, Sensor Tower, Embark Studios and many more sharing their insight on stage. Helika and Avalanche hosted a series of entertaining product pitches, and Jun Koketsu from Sony Honda Mobility revealed the company’s new autonomous car entertainment platform. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12

Beyond the guesswork: introducing Playable Factory’s AI-generated playables

Beyond the guesswork: introducing Playable Factory’s AI-generated playablesBerat Oguz, the co-founder and CEO of Playable Factory, outlines how the company has created its new AI generator to radically transform how playable ads are created, measured, and scaled. When we started building playables at Playable Factory, the entire process was basically guesswork. You were shipping your playable, analysing some key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, and then changing the tutorial hand, maybe adding a timer or some new levels, with the hope that your guesses were the right decision. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 12