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Inside Tencent's long-term strategy: live service, AI tools, and evergreen titles
Tencent's long-term strategy for its global games division centers on building sustainable communities through live service titles and evergreen IPs, alongside investing in high-quality talent and synergistic partnerships. The company is also embracing AI as a tool to enhance developer efficiency and iteration, rather than replace human roles, while navigating challenges in global integration and outsourcing.
Sega Europe vet Post steps down as West Studios COO, Rovio's Pelletier-Normand taking his place
Jurgen Post is stepping down as COO of Sega Europe's West Studios and will be replaced by Rovio's CEO, Alex Pelletier-Normand, who will hold both positions. Post will remain with Sega Europe in an advisory capacity, while Tatsuyuki Miyazaki takes over his regional managing director responsibilities. This transition follows Sega's acquisition of Rovio in 2023.
Jingle Jam announces charity partners for 2026 and presents 2025 awards
The annual charity event Jingle Jam has announced its eight charity partners for December 2026, including returning organizations like War Child UK and WWF, and new partners such as Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. The event also celebrated its 2025 achievements, raising over £3.5 million and presenting awards to key content creators and industry partners like The Spiffing Brit, Facepunch Studios, and Fireshine Games.
Jingle Jam Reveals 2026 Charity Partners and Celebrates 2025 Fundraising Success | Invision Game Community
Jingle Jam has announced its eight charity partners for the 2026 event, including new additions like Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. The announcement follows a successful 2025 campaign that raised over £3.5 million, bringing the event's lifetime total to over £31 million. The 2026 event is scheduled for December 1st to December 14th.
The Evolution of the 'Daily Ritual': How Indie Mechanics Shaped Modern Reward Loops - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
This article analyzes the evolution of 'daily rituals' in gaming, tracing their origins from early 2000s indie browser games to modern HTML5 free-to-play titles. It explores how mechanics like time-gated content and reward loops, pioneered by developers on platforms like Newgrounds and Miniclip, have shaped player habits and monetization strategies through gamified retention.
WWE and 8 Ball Pool Tag Team for Limited-Time Collaboration
WWE and Miniclip's 8 Ball Pool have launched a limited-time collaboration event running from April 8 to April 29, 2026. The crossover introduces WWE-themed content, including Superstar-inspired cues, avatars, tables, and challenges, coinciding with WrestleMania 42. This partnership aims to blend the excitement of sports entertainment with the competitive gameplay of the popular mobile pool game.
Pitchify launches new service to connect developers and publishers
Pitchify has launched Pitch Direct, a new service designed to connect game developers with suitable publishers by making submission requirements transparent. The platform aims to address imbalances in the pitching process, ensuring developers of all sizes receive fair consideration and increasing visibility for their projects. Several publishers, including Curve Games and Team17, are already participating in the service.
The Best Android Golf Games – Updated
This guide lists the best golf games available on Android, featuring a variety of titles from realistic simulators to arcade-style mini-golf and even games set on other planets. The selection includes both free-to-play and premium options, with games like WGT Golf, Golden Tee Golf, and Golf Clash offering competitive multiplayer experiences, while OK Golf and Golf Battle provide more casual fun.
