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Subway Surfers and Angry Birds 2 Announce Mobile Crossover EventsSYBO and Rovio have announced a crossover event between Subway Surfers and Angry Birds 2, featuring limited-time content for both mobile games. The collaboration begins with Subway Surfers' 14th anniversary celebration on May 11, 2026, with Angry Birds 2 receiving its themed content later. Players can unlock characters like Red and Chuck in Subway Surfers and access themed items in Angry Birds 2.
Double Nightclub Bonuses This Week in GTA OnlineThis week in Grand Theft Auto Online, players can earn double daily income from their Nightclubs and benefit from doubled warehouse stock production speeds. Additionally, there are discounts on Nightclub properties and upgrades, along with various other bonus opportunities and vehicle discounts.- Grayson Wendell Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of HonorProfessional programmer Grayson Wendell, a veteran of the game industry since 2007, will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. Wendell has worked at companies like id Software, EA, and Activision on titles such as Enemy Territory: Quake Wars and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile. He will also host a panel on N64 reverse engineering and randomizers at the event.
- Angry Birds marks new milestone with induction into the World Video Game Hall of FameRovio Entertainment's Angry Birds franchise has been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame at The Strong National Museum of Play. Launched in 2009, Angry Birds was instrumental in defining the mobile gaming era and has since evolved into a multi-platform entertainment brand with over 5 billion downloads. Creative Officer Ben Mattes attributes the franchise's longevity to its simple core idea, engaged fan community, and globally resonant humor.
- WARENA OPENS SECOND STEAM PLAYTEST MAY 1–3Indie developer Part Time Monkey and publisher Coyote Time Publishing are holding a second public playtest for their RTS card-battler Warena on Steam from May 1-3, 2026. This test includes new Runes, Hero Skills, in-match events, and numerous bug fixes and balance tweaks based on player feedback from the first playtest.
How have things been going at Rovio since it was bought by Sega?Rovio's creative officer Ben Mattes discusses the company's integration into Sega following its acquisition in 2023. Despite a significant financial writedown by Sega, Mattes emphasizes Rovio's value as a mobile-first, transmedia company aiming to elevate the Angry Birds IP to the same level as Sega's Sonic franchise. Collaboration between the companies is ongoing, with examples like Angry Birds characters appearing in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Jobs Roundup: April 2026 | Frederik Hammes appointed managing director of Gamescom organiserSeveral key appointments have been made across the gaming industry. Frederik Hammes is the new managing director of Game Events GmbH, the organizer of Gamescom, succeeding Stephan Reichart. Rovio has appointed Smith Dela Pena as performance marketing lead for Angry Birds Dream Blast, and Yolanda Zhang is the new senior product manager for Diablo Immortal at Blizzard Entertainment. Additionally, Andy Norman has joined CodeDev as COO, and Tom Goldberger is the new vice president of gaming at DDA.
Jobs Roundup: April 2026 | Sega Europe appoints Irina Kim as chief financial officerThis article rounds up recent executive appointments across the gaming industry. Notable changes include Irina Kim as CFO of Sega Europe, Joost Hagesteijn leading Roblox's European operations, and Andy Norman appointed COO of CodeDev. Several other key roles have also been filled at companies like Astragon Entertainment, Rovio, and Blizzard Entertainment.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is No. 9 Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie Of All Time After Just 5 DaysThe Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the ninth highest-grossing video game movie of all time after only five days, earning $372.5 million worldwide. This article ranks the top 16 highest-grossing video game films, including titles like A Minecraft Movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and Pokemon Detective Pikachu, based on domestic, international, and worldwide box office figures.
Two Point Museum X Angry Birds Update LiveTwo Point Museum has received an update integrating Angry Birds content, allowing players to employ characters like Red and fend off Bad Piggies. The update also adds new locations on Piggy Island and over 100 other changes. Additionally, the article briefly mentions updates and releases for SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, Dark Scrolls, Enshrouded and Palworld, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Guinness World Record, Tofer.A's appearance at Fire & Ice RGX 2026, and The Coin Game's 1.0 release.
Angry Birds llega a Two Point Museum en una actualización gratuita ya disponibleTwo Point Studios and SEGA Europe, in collaboration with Rovio, have released a free update for Two Point Museum that adds Angry Birds content. The update introduces new areas like Piggy Island, new exhibits, and seasonal spring decorations. This content is available now on PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5, with a Nintendo Switch version coming soon.
Two Point Museum Angry Birds Update Adds New Exhibits and Spring ContentTwo Point Museum has received a free update that introduces Angry Birds-themed content, including new exhibits and locations like Piggy Island. The update also adds seasonal spring content with new Points of Interest and visitor types. Quality-of-life improvements and progression updates are also included.- Two Point Museum exhibits Angry Birds in Free Update – Available NowTwo Point Museum has released a free update that adds the Angry Birds universe to its Digiverse expedition map. The update includes new exhibits, decorations, and gameplay elements featuring Red and the Bad Piggies. Additionally, a spring seasonal update introduces Easter-themed content and quality-of-life improvements. The update is available now on PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5, with a Nintendo Switch version coming soon.
- Sega responds to concerns after recording $200 million impairment write-down for RovioSega has recorded a $200 million impairment write-down related to its acquisition of Rovio. CEO Haruki Satomi stated that the company will learn from this experience for future endeavors.
Sega responds to concerns after recording $200 million impairment write-down for RovioSega has responded to concerns following a $200 million impairment write-down related to its acquisition of Rovio. Separately, NCsoft is acquiring a 70% stake in mobile developer JustPlay for $202 million, a deal expected to close in April 2026 as the Korean company expands into the casual games market.
NCsoft acquires 70% stake in mobile developer JustPlayNCsoft has acquired a 70% stake in mobile developer JustPlay. In separate news, Sega is addressing concerns following a $200 million impairment write-down related to its acquisition of Rovio, with CEO Haruki Satomi stating the company will learn from the experience for future endeavors.- MONGIL: STAR DIVE Launching April 15Netmarble's monster-taming action RPG, MONGIL: STAR DIVE, is set to launch globally on April 15. The game features a "Monsterling Collection" system for capturing, collecting, and synthesizing monsters, with pre-registration bonuses including the "Francis" character. The article also briefly mentions other game announcements and updates from various developers.
- NAKWON: LAST PARADISE Closed Alpha Test LiveNEXON's multiplayer zombie survival game, NAKWON: LAST PARADISE, is currently holding a Closed Alpha Test until March 15. Players can experience nighttime survival in Seoul and daytime shelter management, with access requests and wishlisting available on Steam. The article also briefly mentions new content for Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, the reveal of Delphinium, the launch of DRACAMAR, a new character for Angry Birds 2, DLC for The King is Watching, and the unveiling of War on Wheels.
- Giyu Tomioka (Infinity Castle) Joining Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2Giyu Tomioka, featured in the Infinity Castle film, is the latest addition to the roster of Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The article also briefly mentions the reveals of Delphinium, DRACAMAR, a new character for Angry Birds 2, The King is Watching DLC, War on Wheels, and Coolie Ranx as a guest of honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026.
- New Shade Character Joining Angry Birds 2’s FlockRovio has introduced a new character named Shade to Angry Birds 2, available until May 7th. Shade, formerly known as Dahlia, possesses unique abilities including invisibility and phasing through defenses. Players can experience Shade by downloading the game from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.