Podcast: Call of Duty, Game Pass, and the Mario Movie
It's Friday, and we're back with another episode of the pre-alpha GamesIndustry.biz Podcast. This week, I'm joined by Lewis Packwood as we delve into the week's major talking point: Xbox's decision regarding Call of Duty. Specifically, we're discussing the move to remove the game from Game Pass and subsequently cut its price. This is a substantial decision, and we'll be exploring some data that offers insight into the reasoning behind it.
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Netflix Launches New App for Children's Games
Netflix has rolled out a new application exclusively for children's games, marking a significant evolution in its strategy for its gaming arm. This move underscores Netflix's commitment to expanding its presence in the interactive entertainment space, with a particular focus on younger audienc
Epic Games Store Launches on iPhone in Japan
The Epic Games Store is now accessible on iPhones in Japan. This development comes shortly after the implementation of the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), which took effect in December 2025.
Magic: The Gathering Arena Developers Announce Unionization Plans
A substantial majority of the development team behind Magic: The Gathering Arena has declared their intention to unionize. They plan to affiliate with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). English Translation: A substantial majority of the development team behind Magic:
UK Government Launches £30 Million Funding for Game Development Sector
The British government has initiated the newest stage of its dedicated Games Growth Package. A significant sum of £28.5 million has been earmarked and will be distributed via the UK Games Fund. The primary objective of this allocation is to provide crucial support for developers in their nasce
ESA's iicon Conference Expands Speaker Lineup, Featuring EA Sports CEO Andrew Wilson and Industry Leaders
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), a US trade organization, has announced a significant addition to the speaker roster for its new conference, iicon. EA Sports CEO Andrew Wilson will be a featured speaker, joining an impressive assembly of executive talent. Other notable participant
Sara Veal's Framework for a More Sustainable and Supportive Games Industry
Games London recently announced the selected participants for its annual Ensemble initiative. This marks the eighth year of the program, which focuses on highlighting the accomplishments and individual paths of underrepresented creatives within the UK's games sector. English Translation: