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Rec Room runs out of road and Fire Emblem Shadows' paltry earnings | Week in Views

Rec Room runs out of road and Fire Emblem Shadows' paltry earnings | Week in ViewsThe games industry moves quickly and while stories may come and go there are some that we just can't let go of… So, to give those particularly thorny topics a further going over we've created a weekly digest where the members of the PocketGamer.biz team share their thoughts and go that little bit deeper on some of the more interesting things that have happened in mobile gaming in the past week. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 3

Quantic Lab exits Embracer Group to operate as an independent company under founder ownership

Quantic Lab exits Embracer Group to operate as an independent company under founder ownershipQuantic Lab has transitioned out of the Embracer Group and is now operating as an independent company under the direct ownership of founder and CEO Stefan Seicarescu. The studio said the move, which took effect from April 1st, 2026, marks the end of its period within the Embracer portfolio as the broader group continues to reshape its structure. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 3

PlayDucky rolls out volcano and lava pool maps in new Melon Sandbox update

PlayDucky rolls out volcano and lava pool maps in new Melon Sandbox updateMobile publisher PlayDucky's and box physics title Melon Sandbox have rolled out new updates for the game to include a volcano map and a lava pool map. Playable on mobile and browsers, the company is expanding the game’s environmental hazards with features such as lava bombs, dense heat effects and more. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 3

Discover Barcelona's thriving games ecosystem on June 15th to 16th

Discover Barcelona's thriving games ecosystem on June 15th to 16thOn June 15th to 16th, Pocket Gamer Connects returns for two days of games business in Barcelona, the bustling industry hub in northeastern Spain. Building upon a fantastic debut in 2025, Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona 2026 will bring together over 1,200 games professionals - serving as Europe’s key industry event in June. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 3

New release roundup: The Division Resurgence, Dredge+, Toy Command, and more

New release roundup: The Division Resurgence, Dredge+, Toy Command, and moreWhile the deals and the stats of the gaming world are important, nothing would happen without the research, funding and, of course, development that goes into making a great game. So here’s a collection of the most exciting new mobile games right now, the developers and publishers behind them, and why, exactly, they've made the cut. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 3

Inside King’s London headquarters: "We have people in the London studio working on all of our titles"

Inside King’s London headquarters: "We have people in the London studio working on all of our titles"Candy Crush maker King has been in the business for more than 20 years, evolving through multiple phases from Facebook games to mobile phone hits. During those years, the company has also expanded beyond its Swedish home with offices in Berlin, Barcelona and London. Crucially, the Swedish giant was partly founded in London, where original CEO Riccardo Zacconi helped create the company. Since King opened its first London office 14 years ago, the location has served as its co-headquarters alongside Stockholm. It's the home base for many teams today. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 2

Coffee Stain Malmö shuts down months after Embracer spinoff

Coffee Stain Malmö shuts down months after Embracer spinoffSwedish mobile developer Coffee Stain Malmö has closed less than six months after spinning off from Embracer Group. The closure was confirmed by Coffee Stain Malmö vice president of mobile Daniel Persson, who revealed on LinkedIn that his role at the company has come to an end following the shutdown of the Malmö office. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 2

Closed beta for HoYoverse’s Petit Planet will feature new neighbours and enhanced Starsea Voyages

Closed beta for HoYoverse’s Petit Planet will feature new neighbours and enhanced Starsea VoyagesHoYoverse’s upcoming life simulator Petit Planet is entering its next closed beta on April 21st, 2026. Called the Stardrift Test, this will be an opportunity for select players to meet new characters and engage in activities at the Galactic Bazaar. There will also be "enhanced Starsea Voyage experiences". ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 2

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery surpasses 160m downloads eight years after launch

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery surpasses 160m downloads eight years after launchJam City’s mobile role-playing title Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery has surpassed 160 million lifetime downloads as the game marks its eighth anniversary. The developer said players have collectively spent more than 100.7 billion minutes in the game over the past eight years, since it launched in 2018. This is up from 94bn minutes in seven years. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 2

LY Corp acquires majority stake in Kakao Games with $198m investment

LY Corp acquires majority stake in Kakao Games with $198m investmentLY Corporation has become the largest shareholder in Odin: Valhalla Rising developer Kakao Games following a strategic investment of approximately ₩300 billion ($198 million). As reported by Seoul Economic Daily, the transaction will be executed through LAAA Investment, a special-purpose investment vehicle funded by LY Corporation, formerly known as LINE Yahoo. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizApr 2