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Playstation, the famous video gaming platform could very soon enter the mobile gaming industry with Sony eyeing a move to expand Playstation’s area of operation with free-to-play mobile games. If Sony develops their own PlayStation mobile gaming division, some of the classic PlayStation titles could very well make their way to mobile.

Sony did acquire Savage Game Studios, to assist in managing the mobile studio department as the developers had experience working with some of the top names in the industry like Zynga, Supercell, RovioInsomniac, and a few more.

Sony’s latest job listing hints at PlayStation developing a new platform for mobile titles

As first reported by TweakTown, Sony Interactive has posted a new job posting requiring applications for a platform for ‘developing, publishing, and operating’ F2P mobile gaming titles. There were a couple of rumors about Playstation developing two AAA mobile titles, and it looks like the job listing could be regarding them. The titles were in the early stage of development back then as per rumors, and now with Sony moving forward with the mobile division, those rumors could be true.

Playstation Mobile, Playstation Mobile platform
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The Mobile Gaming industry is a goldmine with a huge reach and potential, hence a lot of companies are eying to make a move in the industry. Not just Playstation, Microsoft is also on the move, with its Xbox mobile gaming app set to release in July 2024. With Sony’s move to mobile, fans can expect some of the biggest IPs to make a debut for mobile devices, with the company confirming that half of the new releases will be made for PC and Mobile platforms.

Playstion Mobile could potentially increase the quality of mobile games being released in the future

Sony has some of the greatest IPs ever to be released in their Arsenal and with their eagerness to expand to different platforms and acquire game studios to add expertise, the industry is only going to get more competitive. As gamers though we should have no complaints as it is only going to raise the quality of games that will be released and published by big-time developers in the industry.

Playstation Mobile, Playstation Mobile platform
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With titles such as Horizon: Zero Dawn, Days Gone, and many other exclusives in their arsenal it will be amazing to play their mobile adaptions if they get released. Sony is not the first big gaming giant to enter the mobile games market either as Nintendo has already brought a host of their famous IPs such as Mario Kart to smartphone devices.

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Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024: Schedule, Tickets, Location, and more https://gamingonphone.com/news/honkai-star-rail-world-tour-2024/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/honkai-star-rail-world-tour-2024/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=391797 HoYoverse is launching the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024 with its next destination spanning from May to October. This significant event will include game fests, live shows, exhibition events, and more, all centered around the renowned turn-based strategy game. I’ll explore the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024, covering the upcoming dates, venues, event …

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HoYoverse is launching the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024 with its next destination spanning from May to October. This significant event will include game fests, live shows, exhibition events, and more, all centered around the renowned turn-based strategy game. I’ll explore the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024, covering the upcoming dates, venues, event details, features, and more.

Honkai Star Rail World Tour 2024 Schedule

The schedule for the Honkai Star Rail World Tour 2024 is outlined as follows.

CityEvent InfoEvent Period
Los AngelesAnime ExpoJuly 4 to July 7
ParisJapan ExpoJuly 11 to July 14
TaipeiGamers ConJuly 25 to July 29
TokyoComic Market 104August 11 to August 12
KoelnmesseGamescomAugust 21 to August 25
BangkokThailand Game Show 2024October 18 to October 20

What to expect in the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024

Stage Competition

If you want to feel the thrill of competition, join our daily stage competitions! You have the chance to sign up on-site and go head-to-head with other Trailblazers. Win or lose, you’ll enjoy the excitement and have the opportunity to win official merchandise.

Plus, there’s exclusive gameplay that you can only experience on the exhibition floor. If you are curious about what makes it so special, you can come to the booth, challenge your skills, and see for yourself. It’s the perfect opportunity to test your abilities and immerse yourself in the competitive spirit of Honkai: Star Rail.

Live Show

If you love live performances, you’re in for a treat. The World Tour will also feature a special guest lined up for a live show that will make the event even more exciting. How much fun is live game music? Come find out for yourself!

Honkai Star Rail World Tour 2024 Schedule
Image via HoYoverse

Dance with other Trailblazers and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere created by our live performer. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate your love for the game and its music. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this lively and fun experience.

Game Tryout

If you want to get a sneak peek at Honkai: Star Rail, visit our demo area. You’ll have the chance to try out the game and experience its features before anyone else. After playing, share your thoughts and excitement with other Trailblazers. It’s a great way to connect with fellow fans and discuss what you love about the game. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to see the game in action and be one of the first to try it out.

Snap Zone

If you want to bring your favorite game scenes to life, visit the Snap Zone. The world tour features a recreation of some of the most iconic scenes from the game for you to explore and photograph. Whether you’re posing with your favorite character or capturing a memorable moment, you’ll love the detailed recreations. Come find out which scene is your favorite and make some lasting memories at their booth.

Honkai Star Rail World Tour 2024 locations
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Exhibition Events

Approach the staff for details about on-site events. Complete simple tasks in the exhibition area to receive merch prizes like character stickers, posters, and the HSR Passenger Booklet. It’s a fun way to interact with the community and earn exclusive items. By participating, you’ll enhance your experience and connect with other fans.

How to get a ticket in Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024

To participate in the Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024 with its exhibitions and features, check the Platform Info page for details and purchase tickets through an official channel on the website. Make sure to check out the cities and areas, and click on the official website in which the event will be held. The Astral Express will make more stops throughout the year. Feel free to follow the official website and social media for announcements on additional locations.

Final Thoughts

The Honkai: Star Rail World Tour 2024 promises an exciting mix of competitions, live shows, game tryouts, and interactive experiences. With stops in major cities, fans will have many opportunities to join in the fun. Whether you’re looking to compete, enjoy live performances, try out the game, or collect exclusive merchandise, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling event and connect with other Trailblazers.

If you’re starting out in Honkai Star Rail, you can check out these articles for a decent headstart.

Honkai Star Rail Beginners Guide | Honkai Star Rail Relics Guide | Honkai Star Rail Character Progression Guide | Honkai Star Rail Banners Guide | Honkai Star Rail Reroll Guide | Honkai Star Rail Redeem Codes

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Angry Birds, the famous slingshot adventure title is now available on Google Play for Cars https://gamingonphone.com/news/angry-birds-is-now-available-on-google-play-for-cars/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/angry-birds-is-now-available-on-google-play-for-cars/#respond Thu, 16 May 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=390873 Angry Birds, the classic slingshot adventure title brought to you by Rovio Entertainment, is now available on Google Play for cars. The game will now be available to be downloaded in Cars running Android, it was earlier available on just Mercedes E-Class vehicles as a result of a collaboration, but the game is now being …

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Angry Birds, the classic slingshot adventure title brought to you by Rovio Entertainment, is now available on Google Play for cars. The game will now be available to be downloaded in Cars running Android, it was earlier available on just Mercedes E-Class vehicles as a result of a collaboration, but the game is now being made available for all cars with Google built-in on its dashboard touchscreen.

The game will be cloud-synched allowing you to continue your progress inside your car

Angry Birds for Cars will be cloud-synched allowing you to continue your progress and will inter-sync the game to make sure you do not lose the progress while changing platforms. The game needs no introduction, the title is as classic as one can get in the industry, however now it is being released to an even new platform, ie inside your Cars with Google built-in!

Angry Birds cars, Angry Birds
Image via Rovio Entertainment

As stated before the game will come with a cloud-saving feature, however, you still need to have a Red’s Club account to make sure that you sync your progress with Mobile devices. The thrill and fun of the classic slingshot title can now be enjoyed by fans even while stuck in traffic or while parked. The app was earlier launched just for Mercedes Benz vehicles, however now, it has been included in plans for other Cars with Google built-in feature as well.

Angry Birds has a long history of being a go-to game to download on a new device, and we are excited to extend that tradition to new vehicles as well. Passengers can now enjoy the timeless challenge of flinging birds and toppling pigs while parked.” quoted Sami Ronkainen, Director of Tech Games Projects at Rovio.

The game is now available from the in-built version of Google Play for your automobile

The game, Angry Birds is now available for Cars, the game is specially designed to be played on the touchscreen of cars, and if you are interested you can download it via Google Play.

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Garena and Kadokawa announce the anime adaptation of the popular battle royale Free Fire https://gamingonphone.com/news/garena-and-kadokawa-announce-the-anime-adaptation-of-free-fire/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/garena-and-kadokawa-announce-the-anime-adaptation-of-free-fire/#respond Mon, 13 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=389962 Garena’s highly popular battle royale game Free Fire will be getting an anime adaptation, as officially confirmed. This Garena and Kadokawa collaboration will see the Japanese anime studio spearheading the production, with KADOKAWA QINGYU overseeing the project’s management. Free Fire anime could expand the player base even more Free Fire has become one of the …

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Garena’s highly popular battle royale game Free Fire will be getting an anime adaptation, as officially confirmed. This Garena and Kadokawa collaboration will see the Japanese anime studio spearheading the production, with KADOKAWA QINGYU overseeing the project’s management.

Free Fire anime could expand the player base even more

Free Fire has become one of the most favorite Battle Royale games, considering that it provides the promised experience even to modest hardware configurations. Compared to other titles in the same genre, since its debut, Free Fire was the one that could provide smooth gameplay without demanding high-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.

Free Fire OB41 Advance Server
Image via Garena

Now, I’m curious about how this anime would gear up. Free Fire is a game where we don’t have a particular plot; you just jump in on vast, battle people, win the match, and climb up the ranks. I would like to see how this anime would turn up, maybe it follows a particular player and his quest to be the final survivor, or perhaps it could explore the broader world of Free Fire.

Well, our team had some ideas shared even before the official announcement, you can check them out. Still, the plot might be something we can’t anticipate, since it’s an extremely rich universe that the anime adaptation looks to plunge into, given how Free Fire has been able to push the players’ interests by bringing many new features and collaborations.

Well, it is promising to bring the thrills and excitement of the game to audiences worldwide on broadcast and streaming platforms now, but we don’t have the exact dates of the release yet. It might take time to get the anime series going, but when it does, expect it to be a hit with the players surely tuning in to watch their favorite battle royale in live action.

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Balancing Motherhood and Careers – Games Industry Pros speak out on International Mother’s Day 2024 https://gamingonphone.com/news/games-industry-pros-speak-out-on-international-mothers-day-2024/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/games-industry-pros-speak-out-on-international-mothers-day-2024/#respond Sun, 12 May 2024 12:00:55 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=389413 Mother’s Day is observed worldwide, and the games industry is no different in 2024. We’ve talked with working mothers in the video game sector to understand how they navigate the delicate balance of childcare, family responsibilities, and professional obligations. We asked them “How do you manage the demands of motherhood alongside your career and personal …

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Mother’s Day is observed worldwide, and the games industry is no different in 2024. We’ve talked with working mothers in the video game sector to understand how they navigate the delicate balance of childcare, family responsibilities, and professional obligations.

We asked them “How do you manage the demands of motherhood alongside your career and personal gaming pursuits? Does gaming offer you relaxation or serve as an escape?” and here’s what everyone answered on this Mother’s Day 2024.

Kelly Chiew, Head of Overseas Public Relations, MOONTON Games

Kelly Chiew, Kelly chiew Li Ming
Kelly Chiew, Head of Overseas Public Relations, MOONTON Games

There’s always a give or take when it comes to balancing motherhood, work, and gaming. I am definitely playing games, but the hours are a far cry from my college and tertiary days. But having a child has its own set of joys which I would not trade for anything else. But I do look forward to the day when my child grows up and learns to play games together.

Valentina Bailly, Team Lead of Business Development, Gamelight

Valentina Baily
Valentina Baily, Team Lead of BD, Gamelight

Being a mom and working full-time is challenging but praising. It demands a lot of multitasking and stress resistance. From my experience, parenting and leading a sales team made me very organized, as I can’t let down my colleagues and my 8-year-old son. Keeping all school events, work meetings, household, doctor appointments, etc … can make your head explode, so scheduling and planning is the key.

Gaming is a sweet escape for me from a family life. However, if it were only work, my life wouldn’t be complete without my son.

Manva Hunswadkar, PR Lead, KRAFTON India

Manva Hunswadker, KRAFTON India PR manager, Mother's Day 2024
Manva Hunswadker, PR Lead, KRAFTON India

Balancing motherhood with my professional life is a rewarding challenge. Having a well-planned schedule is crucial for managing both efficiently. Working at KRAFTON India has significantly enhanced my skills. The company fosters an inclusive environment, especially supportive of working mothers like me, enabling us to thrive and advance steadily.

As for gaming, it helps me recharge and sharpen my focus to tackle my responsibilities. It is a great way to refresh and rejuvenate.

Lucy Jo, Regional Marketing Director, APAC, Xsolla

Lucy Jo, mother's day 2024
Lucy Jo, Regional Marketing Director, APAC, Xsolla

I think it’s nearly impossible to perfectly balance the roles of both a mother and an employee. However, I feel extremely fortunate because I have strong support from my family, allowing me to do the things I love without too much stress.

I usually play mobile games for a bit before bed, after finishing all my parenting and work responsibilities. Through gaming, I find some comfort and a temporary escape from stressful or difficult memories.

Taruna Arora, Country Manager (India), People & Culture, Keywords Studios

Taruna Arora
Taruna Arora, Country Manager, People & Culture, Keywords Studios

This Mother’s Day 2024, I reflect on balancing motherhood, career, and personal joy. Prioritizing, time
management, and effective communication have guided me throughout my journey. Involving my daughter in decisions and explaining responsibilities has eased this challenge. Gaming strengthens our relationship, despite a hectic schedule.

I ensure to spend quality time with her, setting gaming limits and guiding her on time management. While gaming may not relax me, it connects me with her on a deeper level. Setting boundaries and saying no to activities not aligning with priorities has been crucial. Self-care is essential for balancing various aspects of life. Here’s to all mothers, celebrating the chaos of motherhood and finding joy in the challenges. Happy Mother’s Day!

Damini Pawha, Co-Founder & CEO, Appsoleut Games

Damini Pawha
Damini Pawha, Co-Founder & CEO, Appsoleut Games

Balancing motherhood and a career can be quite challenging. Embracing a flexible work schedule, setting realistic expectations, and prioritizing self-care can help navigate the juggling act of parenting and pursuing a career in gaming.

What works well for me is having a daily routine with my son and enjoying my time with him along with fulfilling his daily needs. I try to be present mentally and emotionally in whatever I am doing, whether that’s brainstorming business strategies, planning a new game, or being available to my son.

Gaming has been my solace since I was a child. Playing games transports me to a different world, relaxes me, and helps me uplift my mood. It’s actually my way of giving myself a mental break from the stresses of the day!

Mariela Tzvetanova, CBDO, Imperia Online

Mariela Tzvetanova
Mariela Tzvetanova, CBDO, Imperia Online

Balancing motherhood with a demanding career and personal interests in gaming is about finding harmony between all aspects of life. Gaming, especially with my 2 kids and my husband, who is also a gamer, becomes a shared activity that not only allows for relaxation but also strengthens our family bond. It offers a delightful escape where I can decompress and recharge.

Effective time management and prioritizing family time are key and lots of help from our kids’ grandparents and aunties. This approach helps maintain a fulfilling professional life while ensuring personal and family well-being.

What are your thoughts on the insights shared by the professionals on this occasion of International Mother’s Day 2024? Let us know in the comments.

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Indonesian Minister threatens to ban Free Fire citing negative cultural impact on children https://gamingonphone.com/news/indonesian-minister-threatens-to-ban-free-fire-citing-negative-cultural-impact-on-children/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/indonesian-minister-threatens-to-ban-free-fire-citing-negative-cultural-impact-on-children/#respond Wed, 08 May 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=389003 Indonesian Minister for Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno has reportedly threatened to ban Free Fire in Indonesia. The reason behind a potential ban is stated to be the negative cultural impact that the game is inflicting on the youth, especially underage children. As per the minister, the game inflicts “child violence” and hence is …

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Indonesian Minister for Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno has reportedly threatened to ban Free Fire in Indonesia. The reason behind a potential ban is stated to be the negative cultural impact that the game is inflicting on the youth, especially underage children. As per the minister, the game inflicts “child violence” and hence is under scrutiny by the authorities.

This is not the first time, Free Fire has come under fire from local authorities of a country. The game and the developers Garena have previously been under heavy pressure from local authorities of various countries and many countries have been planning on banning the game. Bangladesh High Court ordered a ban on the game a couple of years back alongside ministers of Nepal asking for the same treatment for the game citing health issues.

The game has had an on-and-off relationship with the Indian authorities as well with the game now being set to release again, with servers set in Mumbai after being banned by the government due to data security reasons. The game, Free Fire was about to get a Ban in Indonesia a couple of years back for the same reasons, citing child violence, however this time as reported by Dunia Games, Free Fire is even closer to getting a potential ban in the country.

The primary concern for the child protection authorities of Indonesia, LPAI, and KPAI, remains the same, and that is the cultural impact that the game has on the youth and its future implications. The minister said, “This decisive action is important to prevent the massive existence of games that are recently considered to be triggering adverse effects on underage children“.

Indonesia is an important market and a ban would lose Free Fire a lot of audience

Indonesia is an important market for mobile game developers, and a ban in Indonesia would lose Free Fire a huge chunk of its audience. It will be really interesting to see how the studio will respond and whether the ban is implemented.

Free Fire OB41 Advance Server
Image via Garena

Games like PUBG Mobile, and Free Fire despite being very popular do run a risk of being banned because of the gunplay and especially because of them being appealing to the younger audience, countries like Afghanistan, Iraq, and Jordan have already banned the game and it won’t be surprising if it gets banned in Indonesia too.

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Former Glu CEO decodes reasons why the company’s celebrity games failed https://gamingonphone.com/news/former-glu-ceo-decodes-reasons-why-the-companys-celebrity-games-failed/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/former-glu-ceo-decodes-reasons-why-the-companys-celebrity-games-failed/#respond Fri, 19 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=384970 We all know how popular celebrity games are given they bank on the success of the big names. Over the years, we have seen plenty of them on mobile itself, with one of the popular simulation mobile games, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood being a trendsetter for this genre of games. Glu Mobile was one developer that made many celebrity …

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We all know how popular celebrity games are given they bank on the success of the big names. Over the years, we have seen plenty of them on mobile itself, with one of the popular simulation mobile games, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood being a trendsetter for this genre of games. Glu Mobile was one developer that made many celebrity games but it had its own share of failures, which the former CEO Niccolo De Masi addressed in a recent interview.

Glu’s efforts to recreate the success of the Kim Kardashian game were in vain

Speaking to mobilegamer.biz, Niccolo De Masi reflected on the successes and failures of the company’s celebrity tie-in games, shedding light on why some ventures faltered while others thrived. Among the discussed titles was The Swift Life, a collaboration with Taylor Swift that ultimately shuttered in early 2019.

De Masi, despite admiring Swift’s business acumen, admitted that the game struggled because of challenges in engaging her vast social media following and a lack of sustained interest from fans in her day-to-day activities.

Kim Kardashian Hollywood
Image via Glu Mobile

Other potential collaborations, such as projects with Kanye West, Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Selena Gomez, and Vin Diesel, failed to materialize into successful games. He cites interest from Kanye West but confirms that ultimately he didn’t want to be involved.

He stated: “We built a Jason Statham shooter, I actually loved that shooter. And we almost did a Vin Diesel racing game. Sylvester Stallone sat in my office once and wanted to build an action game. We almost booked a Selena Gomez game, we signed all of these people up. And we didn’t quite pull the trigger on them for a number of different reasons, temporal and development capacity issues.”

New celebrity games could be a possibility with “Glu 2.0”, states De Masi

Yet, Glu achieved moderate success with Gordon Ramsay’s Restaurant Dash; their second-best performer after Kim Kardashian: Hollywood despite two long years of setbacks. De Masi attributed the game’s relative success to Ramsay’s strong work ethic and involvement in the project.

However, he stressed that none of the subsequent celebrity tie-ins, including those with Katy Perry, Britney Spears, and Nicki Minaj, managed to replicate the success of Kardashian’s game. Dealing with talent proved to be a challenge for Glu, with issues ranging from tardiness to disagreements over creative direction.

Restaurant Dash game cover
Image via Glu

Looking ahead, De Masi felt optimistic about the resurgence of celebrity-driven mobile games but suggested that any future iterations would take on a different form. Reflecting on his past collaborations, he stated, “In the history of my career, it never ceases to amaze me how often what’s old is new again.”

With Kim Kardashian: Hollywood shut down on April 18, 2024 after a successful decade of its mobile run, he hinted at the possibility of a “Glu 2.0” in the future, indicating that another collaboration similar to his partnership with Kim Kardashian could one day come to fruit.

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Discord is rolling out sponsored ads on its platform https://gamingonphone.com/news/discord-is-rolling-out-sponsored-ads-on-its-platform/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/discord-is-rolling-out-sponsored-ads-on-its-platform/#respond Tue, 02 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=381303 Discord, the famous tech platform which has for many years avoided using advertisements on its platform is now all but set to roll out sponsored ads. The chat platform which has been quite popular in the gaming community has quoted them as sponsored quests as they will allow users to stream themselves with at least …

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Discord, the famous tech platform which has for many years avoided using advertisements on its platform is now all but set to roll out sponsored ads. The chat platform which has been quite popular in the gaming community has quoted them as sponsored quests as they will allow users to stream themselves with at least one friend watching to get the game-specific rewards.

The sponsored ads will roll out this week and will become a permanent part of the platform

As reported by WSJ, the platform for years, has been avoiding going down this route but has finally now adopted the advertisements. Discord for many years has been the go-to platform for hanging out with friends, chatting, and most significantly in the gaming community communicating while playing games.

The new advertisements added to the platform will be reflected on the bottom left side of the screen, which as stated before will allow users to complete in-game tasks with at least one friend watching to get rewards.

Discord sponsored ads, Discord
Image via Discord

It is still unclear as to how this move will be perceived by the users who appreciated Discord remaining ad-free for many years now. “Discord has famously promoted itself as committed to being ad-free, so this step-change could impact user trust and potentially have them looking for alternative platforms,” quoted Meghana Dhar, a former Instagram executive and tech adviser as per WSJ report.

To still be able to make it up to the users, Discord has stated that users can still opt to turn off the ads from the settings. This will allow the non-interested users to still stick to the platforms and will not alienate them away from the platform.

Discord has been reshuffling its finances for more concrete future operations lately

Discord despite hitting 4 times year-on-year revenue of 600 million compared to 2020, Discord recently laid off 17% of the workforce in January 2024. The company claimed that they hired people more rapidly than they needed. “The cuts were being made to sharpen our focus and improve the way we work together to bring more agility to our organization” quoted CEO Jason Citron.

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The platform has traditionally relied on its Nitro subscription, which costs between $2.99 and $9.99 a month for extra revenue. Now the introduction of sponsored advertisements on the platform will further increase the revenue mark for the company in the future. It will be really interesting to see how the global Discord community will react to the sponsored ads.

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Former Executive gets death sentence for poisoning the billionaire founder of Yoozoo Games https://gamingonphone.com/news/former-executive-gets-death-sentence-for-poisoning-the-billionaire-founder-of-yoozoo-games/ https://gamingonphone.com/news/former-executive-gets-death-sentence-for-poisoning-the-billionaire-founder-of-yoozoo-games/#respond Sat, 23 Mar 2024 13:15:12 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=378810 Former Executive, Xu Yao has been handed a death sentence for the assassination of billionaire founder, Lin Qi, founder of Yoozoo Games. Xu Yao, in charge of Yoozoo’s movie production arm, poisoned Lin Qi, the founder of the gaming company back in 2020 and now has been handed a death sentence. Xu Yao poisoned Lin …

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Former Executive, Xu Yao has been handed a death sentence for the assassination of billionaire founder, Lin Qi, founder of Yoozoo Games. Xu Yao, in charge of Yoozoo’s movie production arm, poisoned Lin Qi, the founder of the gaming company back in 2020 and now has been handed a death sentence.

The primary reason behind the poisoning of the founder, Lin Qi is said to be some business disputes that the two had. Xu Yao the former executive, poisoned the beverage of company founder Lin Qi in December 2020 because of a dispute over the running of the business. There were 4 more individuals affected by this poisoning, however they were just sickened and managed to survive the poisoning.

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Lin Qi, died 10 days later in 2020 after which Xu Yao, the prime suspect at that time was detained by the local police. The company owns the film rights to The Three-Body Problem a pretty famous Chinese science fiction trilogy.

The company in 2020, granted Netflix the right to adapt the trilogy, which given the success of the franchise would be a great business move. The adaption was to be produced by some big names including, Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss alongside Lin Qi who was listed as an executive producer of the series.

Lin Qi was one of China’s richest entrepreneurs and led Yoozoo through a successful stint

Lin Qi, with a net worth of 1 Billion, was definitely among China’s richest entrepreneurs. He founded Yoozoo in 2009 and had a successful stint with them. The company was also behind the development of “Game of Thrones: Winter Is Coming,” a game based on the TV series. Apart from this, Yoozoo was also the co-publisher of Supercell’s smash-hit game Brawl Stars along with China’s Tencent Holdings.

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The company despite doing well in the gaming department, was struggling to get off the mark in the motion picture business as the previous projects did not bring success the company would’ve hoped for.

This could’ve been the reason behind the disputes and ultimately assassination of the Yoozoo Games’ founder leading to the Death sentence. According to BBC, the company posted an emotional message via their official Weibo microblog stating, “Goodbye youth, We will be together, continue to be kind, continue to believe in goodness, and continue the fight against all that is bad.”

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Arena Breakout takes a subtle dig at Warzone Mobile, trolls on its poor optimisation https://gamingonphone.com/culture/arena-breakout-takes-a-subtle-dig-at-warzone-mobile-trolls-on-its-poor-optimisation/ https://gamingonphone.com/culture/arena-breakout-takes-a-subtle-dig-at-warzone-mobile-trolls-on-its-poor-optimisation/#respond Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://gamingonphone.com/?p=378452 COD Warzone Mobile is all set and running to fulfill its global release date of March 21, 2024, and as I am writing this piece, the game has already been released in some regions. While the initial response isn’t what you expect from a game boasting the critically acclaimed Call Of Duty IP, players are unhappy with …

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COD Warzone Mobile is all set and running to fulfill its global release date of March 21, 2024, and as I am writing this piece, the game has already been released in some regions. While the initial response isn’t what you expect from a game boasting the critically acclaimed Call Of Duty IP, players are unhappy with the new game’s optimization. Targetting this, another competitor in the genre, Arena Breakout, has hilariously trolled Warzone Mobile on the latter’s “polishing and graphics”.

Warzone Mobile receives lackluster response, and invites trolls including Arena Breakout

We all know how big COD is, and carrying that hype was Warzone Mobile. The game from Activision aims to deliver an exhilarating FPS Battle Royale experience, featuring classic combat, weapons, and vehicles. 

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Verdansk map in Warzone Mobile (Image via Activision)

The game has been in development for three years now, with the official announcement coming in March 2022. nearly two years after the initial rumors of the game arriving on mobile circulated. However, this long period of development was one of the reasons why the game’s initial response was pretty horrid since it failed to meet players’ expectations.

Most of the players who got their hands on the game weren’t happy with what was in front of them, with so many bugs reported. Main concerns primarily surrounded graphics, which are notified as the worst currently plagued with optimization issues.

One of the users even posted that Warzone Mobile is going to end up like Apex Legends Mobile. If you are unaware, the game from Electronic Arts (EA) was taken down alongside Battlefield Mobile citing the reason for falling short of that bar for quality and quantity.

This created an opening for trolling Warzone Mobile, and one of those who seized the opportunity and joined in with the trolls was Arena Breakout.

The Tencent Games battle royale shooter game falls into the same genre, and with the players unhappy, it took a dig at Warzone Mobile. They slyly remarked that their servers were even more active today, subtly implying that players were migrating from Warzone Mobile to Breakout, despite the former being expected to have a large player base given it launched today.

They didn’t stop there; they took a jab at Warzone for its reportedly subpar graphics, while boasting about their own game’s “stellar graphics”. Indeed, as the saying goes, “One person’s loss is another person’s gain.”

Warzone Mobile needs to work on several aspects of the game

Let’s cut the game some slack. Yes, it has been in development for a long time and the wait wasn’t worth it given how average the game is considering the hype, we should remember that it’s still a new release. These bugs and issues are common in most games and as updates roll, we shall be getting improvements surely.

But, the development team needs to work on the game in an instant. The reason behind this is other competitors capitalize on negative reviews in the genre such as Arena Breakout, while we also have Project BloodStrike by NetEase Games sniffing to have a stronghold of player base. So, the future updates will be shaping Warzone, that’s for sure.

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