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Aristocrat Leisure sells off Big Fish Games assets

Aristocrat Leisure sells off Big Fish Games assetsAustralian casino firm Aristocrat Leisure has divested assets from Big Fish Games following a strategic review of the company's games businesses, a spokesperson has confirmed to PocketGamer.biz. Aristocrat put parts of its games division up for sale in 2024 after it conducted a strategic review of its non-social casino portfolio. Raid: Shadow Legends studio Plarium was later sold to MTG in a $620 million deal. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Ubisoft shares fall almost 40% in five days as restructure plans unveiled

Ubisoft shares fall almost 40% in five days as restructure plans unveiledUbisoft’s shares have dropped by approximatley 40% since the publisher announced its ‘Creative Houses’ restructure last Thursday. Stock prices on January 21st were at €6.63 ($7.86) but fell to €3.99 ($4.73) by the end of January 22nd, a decline of almost 40% in 24 hours. Four days later, prices are still hovering around this lower figure, at €4.03 ($4.77) at the time of writing. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

52 top mobile games in soft launch: Jelly Busters, Temple Run 3, Angry Birds Rush, and more

52 top mobile games in soft launch: Jelly Busters, Temple Run 3, Angry Birds Rush, and moreIn this regular feature, we add the most interesting new mobile game soft launches for you to keep an eye on - or even try for yourself - as you look for learnings and inspiration that could inform your own development journey. This list is ordered by soft launch release date. Games that exit soft launch - whether reaching global release or being cancelled - will be removed. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Why the games industry needs a dedicated mobile-first event in 2026

Why the games industry needs a dedicated mobile-first event in 2026Games isn’t the only sector facing saturation. The global events market has also expanded rapidly, with conferences, summits, mega-expos and mixers now competing for the same attention, time slots, and budgets. Pocket Gamer Connects Summit San Francisco offers a clear alternative. Hosted during the busiest week in the games calendar, it is deliberately positioned as a structured, mobile-first meeting point for a sector that continues to drive the majority of global games revenue and user growth. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Inside mobile's DTC moment: Control, margins, and the user relationship

Inside mobile's DTC moment: Control, margins, and the user relationshipMatt Tubergen is EVP of global strategy and partnerships at Digital Turbine. At PGC London last week, the industry conversation centered on a defining opportunity for mobile apps: direct-to-consumer (DTC). ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Netflix unveils new cloud-first direction for its games strategy

Netflix unveils new cloud-first direction for its games strategyNetflix is looking to deepen its approach to cloud gaming, positioning TV-based play as part of its core long-term games strategy. This was shared during its Q4 2025 earnings call, where the company said it will continue investing in a "cloud-first gaming strategy," aimed at making games more accessible and allowing subscribers to play directly on their televisions. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Hot Five: PGC London talks, MoneyTime’s $3m seed round, and mobile’s $167bn year in IAP revenue

Hot Five: PGC London talks, MoneyTime’s $3m seed round, and mobile’s $167bn year in IAP revenueTo help get you primed and ready for another week in mobile gaming, we’ve curated the biggest stories you need to know from the last seven days. 1) "If I had to start a 100 person studio today in games, I wouldn't do it here in the UK" ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

New developer Sanddrifter Studio opens in Abu Dhabi

New developer Sanddrifter Studio opens in Abu DhabiSanddrifter Studio has launched with a focus on building games designed to respect players’ time while delivering curiosity-driven experiences. Based in Abu Dhabi, the studio is currently developing its first title, Sijen: Chaos Board, for mobile, with plans to expand to PC and console as it grows. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

Supercell opens applications for AI Innovation Lab programme

Supercell opens applications for AI Innovation Lab programmeSupercell has opened applications for its AI Innovation Lab designed to support builders working at the intersection of AI and games. The nine-week programme is aimed at founders and developers, offering a structured environment to turn early ideas into breakthrough entertainment and gaming products. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26

The Dubai GameExpo Summit returns on May 20th and 21st

The Dubai GameExpo Summit returns on May 20th and 21stThe Pocket Gamer Connects world tour 2026 will be landing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) once more to power the return of the Dubai GameExpo Summit this May 20th and 21st. Last year's third edition of the event convened over 1,400 industry professionals from 70 countries across MENA, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa and Australasia. That included attendees comprising 32% C-Level executives or founders, 68% senior managers and 50% game makers. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizJan 26