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Google cuts fees for mobile apps and games

Google cuts fees for mobile apps and gamesGoogle has reduced its Play store revenue share and settled its long-running legal disputes with Epic Games. Publishers in the European Economic Area, UK and US will now be charged a 5% royalty on transactions to use Google Play’s billing system. Companies are also allowed to use alternative payment methods instead. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

ThinkingData Summit: Global studios coming together to rethink live ops and data during GDC

ThinkingData Summit: Global studios coming together to rethink live ops and data during GDCThe core thesis of the ThinkingData Summit (TDS) - taking place on Tuesday, March 10th in San Francisco - is that in 2026, success for gaming studios requires harnessing and optimising data, analytics, live ops and AI to move from raw insight to measurable impact. The challenge for many studios is a persistent disconnect between the player insights you have and the ability to turn them into actionable strategies that drive business results like retention and monetisation. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

Report: Trump administration reviews Tencent gaming investments over security concerns

Report: Trump administration reviews Tencent gaming investments over security concernsThe White House is debating whether Tencent should be allowed to retain its stakes in major global video game companies as geopolitical tensions between the United States and China continue to shape technology policy. As reported by Reuters, senior officials in Donald Trump's administration have held internal discussions about whether Tencent’s investments in Western game studios could pose national security concerns. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

How Gossip Harbor builds live ops from day one

How Gossip Harbor builds live ops from day oneThis article was written by Balancy business development lead Ana Bogacheva with insights from product owner Michael Khripin. According to AppMagic data cited during a recent Balancy webinar, event density in casual and merge-driven games increased by roughly 15% over the course of 2025, with top-performing titles now running 100+ live ops events per month on average. What was once a mid- or late-game engagement layer has increasingly become a structural part of onboarding. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

Industry, AI and everything in-between - Seven fabulous fireside chats from PGC London 2026

Industry, AI and everything in-between - Seven fabulous fireside chats from PGC London 2026There's nothing like kicking the year off with a bang - and PGC London 2026, did just that. It's our flagship event and always brings together the pioneers, innovators, leaders and creators from across the global games ecosystem, for two days of discussion, debate, deal-making, networking and more. If you couldn't make it - never fear. Our friends at HyprMX sat down with many of the people helping shape the future of games, from designers and developers to the policy makers and business leaders at the forefront of the mobile games world. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

Beyond The Pixels strengthens leadership ahead of its debut title Astro Burn

Beyond The Pixels strengthens leadership ahead of its debut title Astro BurnLondon-based transmedia studio Beyond The Pixels has expanded its leadership team with several senior appointments as it prepares to launch its debut game and original IP Astro Burn. The company has appointed Wouter Sleijffers as chief operating officer and Andrea Tedeschi as chief technology officer, while Des Gayle and Muki Kulhan have joined the studio’s advisory board. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

Unity Asset Store to remove content from developers in Greater China region

Unity Asset Store to remove content from developers in Greater China regionUnity will remove assets published by developers in the Greater China region from its global Asset Store at the end of March, citing updated regional licensing and compliance requirements. In a notice posted to Unity users, the tech firm said assets from publishers based in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau will no longer be available for purchase on the Global Unity Asset Store starting March 31st, 2026. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

TIGA calls on the UK government to strengthen the Video Games Expenditure Credit in the upcoming Autumn Budget

TIGA calls on the UK government to strengthen the Video Games Expenditure Credit in the upcoming Autumn BudgetUK trade body TIGA has urged the government to enhance the Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) in the upcoming Autumn Budget as part of a broader strategy to support economic growth and strengthen the country’s games industry. The call follows the Spring Statement delivered on March 3rd by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, which outlined the government’s latest economic outlook. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 4

Hay Day Match is the latest match-3 attempt for Supercell’s IP

Hay Day Match is the latest match-3 attempt for Supercell’s IPHay Day Match is a new Hay Day mobile spinoff soon to enter early access, leveraging Supercell’s long-running IP. Taking inspiration from the 2012 original, Hay Day Match will give fans in India, Indonesia and the Philippines access to a new match-3 puzzler for a limited time later this month. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 3

Aurora Awards Europe - nominations now open!

Aurora Awards Europe - nominations now open!After celebrating women in the Nordic and UK territories, it's time for Aurora to shine the spotlight on the European games industry. We'll bring their achievements to the stage at PG Connects Barcelona 2026 in front of industry peers, through our initiative supported by Women in Games. The games industry is bursting with talent, creativity, innovation and at the heart of it are women whose work inspires, challenges and pushes the medium forward. From visionary artists and immersive sound designers to brilliant writers, programmers, producers and trailblazing entrepreneurs, women are making their mark in every corner of our sector.We're asking you to nominate anyone who identifies as a woman, currently working withing any part of the games industry in Europe, that you feel deserves recognition. Just let us know why you believe this person should be recognised, with specific examples of their achievements or impact. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizMar 3