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Masseka Games founder Teddy Kossoko on why mobile gaming monetisation is failing in Africa

Masseka Games founder Teddy Kossoko on why mobile gaming monetisation is failing in AfricaThe Dubai GameExpo Summit powered by Pocket Gamer Connects returns on May 20th and 21st 2026, offering a chance to gain insights into the world’s fastest-growing games market, MENA. While mobile gaming is often positioned as the continent’s primary growth engine, monetisation remains a persistent challenge. PC gaming, not mobile, now seems to hold the key to sustainable revenue in Africa. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 11

Discord to roll out global safety update with automatic teen protections

Discord to roll out global safety update with automatic teen protectionsDiscord is rolling out a teen by default experience for all new and existing users unless verified as adults as part of its new safety features. The company said the update strengthens age-appropriate protections across the platform, including updated communication settings, restricted access to age-gated spaces and improved content filtering. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 11

Former Unity CEO David Helgason exits company as Bernard Kim joins board

Former Unity CEO David Helgason exits company as Bernard Kim joins boardFormer Unity CEO and founder David Helgason has resigned from the company’s board of directors effective immediately. Helgason has been with the company for more than 20 years and spearheaded the tech firm's fast growth in the game engine space with his co-founders Nicholas Francis and Joachim Ante. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Mattel acquires full ownership of Mattel163 from NetEase for $159m

Mattel acquires full ownership of Mattel163 from NetEase for $159mEntertainment company Mattel has acquired full ownership of the Mattel163 mobile games studio from Chinese publisher NetEase for $159 million. Mattel163 was set up as a joint venture between Mattel and NetEase in 2018. To date, it has released four games: Uno!, Uno Wonder, Phase 10 and Skip Bo. The studio’s portfolio has approximately 20 million monthly active users and has accumulated over 550 downloads to date. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Supercell is willing to die on the hill of innovation

Supercell is willing to die on the hill of innovationAs Supercell celebrates another near-record year following on from 2024’s highs and live games success with Brawl Stars and Clash Royale, the company is looking ahead to the future. It’s been over seven years since the developer had a major hit. Squad Busters was cancelled, Mo.co is getting a revamp. Hopes are currently on that, Shanghai studio’s Project R.I.S.E. and adventure title Boat Game, among other projects no doubt rumbling away behind the scenes. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Steel Media announces leadership transition as Pocket Gamer enters its 20th year

Steel Media announces leadership transition as Pocket Gamer enters its 20th yearAfter a hugely successful Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026, which saw 3,000 games industry professionals gathering in London for the industry’s most significant UK knowledge-sharing and networking event, the Steel Media Ltd management team has levelled up. Today’s announcement confirms a leadership transition, with founder and long-time Pocket Gamer leader Chris James moving into the role of chairman and current COO Dave Bradley stepping up to the position of general manager. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Supercell's plan to recapture the hunger and inventiveness of a startup after 16 years

Supercell's plan to recapture the hunger and inventiveness of a startup after 16 yearsSupercell CEO Ilkka Paananen has published his annual blog post outlining the year’s successes and failures - this time zeroing in on the company's latest strategy for new game development. The company hasn’t launched a successful new title since the release of Brawl Stars in 2018. Squad Busters generated $100 million, but later became its first live game to be shut down. Mo.co is currently undergoing a revamp after going live worldwide. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Pressure to launch a new game led to Squad Busters' global release

Pressure to launch a new game led to Squad Busters' global releaseInternal pressure and the feeling that Supercell’s risk appetite was getting too constrained played a role in the launch of Squad Busters - the first live game to be shut down by the studio. That’s according to the company’s CEO Ilkka Paananen and the title’s game lead Eino Joas, as detailed in a new blog post on the company’s performance over the past year. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

Supercell revenue declines 4% to €2.65bn in 2025

Supercell revenue declines 4% to €2.65bn in 2025Supercell non-GAAP revenue declined by 4% year-over-year to €2.65 billion ($3bn) in 2025. Its latest financials for the year show that EBITDA rose by 6% Y/Y to €932 million ($1.06bn). The company said it contributed €220m ($262m) in corporate income taxes. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10

“There is still significant work to be done - particularly at leadership level”

“There is still significant work to be done - particularly at leadership level”At Pocket Gamer Connects London 2026, we highlighted the women and non-binary people shortlisted for the Aurora Awards - based on nominations received by the industry - live on stage, giving recognition and visibility to the leading names significantly impacting the UK games industry. Following the event, we caught up with some of them to gain deeper insight into their work and visions. In this edition, we spoke to Kate Booth, the CEO of Studio HEFT. ... [ MORE ]

Latest Updates | PocketGamer.bizFeb 10