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Dynamax Meltan in Pokemon GO Dataminer Leaks
Dataminers have reportedly found Dynamax forms for Meltan, Melmetal, and Regidrago added to Pokemon GO, with an expected debut during a Wild Area event in 2026. While no official release date has been confirmed, the community is excited about the potential for new ways to collect Meltan candies and evolve Melmetal.
Marvel Rivals lookalike Project Comet is another free-to-play game coming soon
A leaked trailer for Project Comet, a new free-to-play action RPG from Scopely, has surfaced, suggesting a game similar in style to Marvel Rivals. The mobile title, which may also come to PC with crossplay, features characters like Spider-Man and Doctor Strange teaming up. This follows NetEase's earlier mobile title Marvel Mystic Mayhem, which was shut down.
Pokemon GO Adds Meteor Showers To Boost Resources
Pokemon GO has introduced in-game meteor showers featuring the new Pokemon Minior, which will spawn during these events and provide players with boosted Stardust. These events coincide with real-world meteor showers throughout the year, offering visual enhancements to the in-game sky and increased chances of encountering Minior.
WWE Champions announces collaboration with Cowboy Bebop — MP3s & NPCs
WWE Champions has launched a limited-time collaboration with the anime series Cowboy Bebop, introducing character-inspired gear for players to obtain. The event features gear for Trick Williams as Spike Spiegel, Sol Ruca as Faye Valentine, and Bray Wyatt as Jet Black, each with unique animations and bonuses. Scopely's General Manager, Jerome Collin, expressed excitement for the crossover, highlighting how the timeless style of Cowboy Bebop fits seamlessly into the WWE Champions universe.
Witcher Fans Are Eating Well
Fans of The Witcher franchise have numerous upcoming projects to anticipate, including The Witcher 3 Remastered, releasing September 29. Future releases include the expansion Songs of the Past in 2027, The Witcher 4 in 2028 focusing on Ciri, and potentially The Witcher 5 and 6 by 2034. Andrzej Sapkowski also plans to finish the next novel in the series by 2027.
Pokemon GO Tour 2027 returns to Los Angeles & Taiwan to celebrate the Alola region
Pokemon GO Tour 2027 will celebrate the Alola region with in-person events in Los Angeles and Kaohsiung from February 19-21, 2027, followed by a global celebration on February 27-28. The event is themed around Pokemon Sun & Moon and Pokemon Ultra Sun & Moon.
KPop Demon Hunters And Ghostbusters Come To Monopoly Go For Spooky Season
Scopely is celebrating the fall season and Halloween in Monopoly Go with a "Monster Mash" event running from September 23 to November 25. The event features crossovers with "KPop Demon Hunters" and "Ghostbusters," introducing themed minigames, music, collectibles, vehicles, and characters.
Pokemon GO Sandile Hatch Day Reportedly Leaked in New Datamine
A datamine leak suggests that Sandile will be the featured Pokemon for Pokemon GO's Hatch Day event on October 17th. While Scopely has not officially confirmed the event, the leakers have a strong track record. This potential event would be a significant opportunity for players to obtain a shiny Sandile and its evolutions, which are typically locked behind 12km eggs.
Is Pokemon Go Adding Shiny Hisuian Zorua Next Month?
Pokemon GO trainers are speculating whether Hisuian Zorua will receive its shiny debut during the upcoming October Community Day. While official announcements from Scopely confirm Zorua will be featured with a chance for a shiny variant and a special background, there is no explicit mention of Hisuian Zorua.
MMO Week in Review: Foreverrrrr
BlizzCon 2026 saw major announcements including a new open-world StarCraft shooter, Diablo V for 2029, and World of Warcraft Forever launching soon. The event also revealed World of Warcraft's next retail expansion, The Last Titan, and sparked controversy over World of Warcraft Forever's monetization. Other news included the sunsetting of Ship of Heroes, layoffs at Pantheon Rise of the Fallen, and business dealings involving ArcheAge.
Pokemon GO Change Sparks Backlash Over Team Rocket Ballons
Scopely has confirmed that the reduced frequency of Team GO Rocket balloons in Pokemon GO is an intentional change, sparking backlash from the player community. Many trainers, particularly remote players, rely on these balloons for in-game progression, and the community feels this adjustment negatively impacts their experience.
EA’s New Owners May Be Considering An Even Bigger Gaming Empire
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has become the majority shareholder of Electronic Arts and is reportedly considering merging it with Savvy Games Group, another PIF-owned entity. This potential consolidation, which could also involve Moonton, Scopely, and SNK, aims to improve coordination among the PIF's gaming assets. However, the move faces regulatory scrutiny due to the vast number of major franchises that would fall under one umbrella, and employees fear significant cost-cutting measures, including layoffs and studio closures, may be implemented.
Pokémon Go and EA FC could be "under one roof", as EA and Saudi-owned Savvy Games Group reportedly considering merger
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts (EA) with its subsidiary Savvy Games Group to improve asset coordination. This potential merger follows EA's recent $55 billion acquisition by the PIF. Savvy Games Group already owns companies like Scopely and ESL, and has partial stakes in Capcom and Nintendo.
Saudi Arabian fund is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts with Savvy Games group
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts with its Savvy Games Group to improve coordination between its assets. This potential merger, which is not finalized and awaits the completion of Moonton acquisition, could significantly boost EA's mobile gaming efforts. The article expresses concern over the PIF's growing influence in the gaming industry, citing past deals and their ripple effects.
Saudi Arabia's PIF reportedly considering to combine EA with Savvy Games Group
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts (EA) with its subsidiary, Savvy Games Group, to improve coordination between its assets. This potential merger is unlikely to proceed until Savvy completes its $6 billion acquisition of Moonton. EA's acquisition by the PIF was finalized last month, with assurances that creative control and player-first values would remain intact.
Saudi Arabia reportedly looking at merging Electronic Arts with Savvy Games Group
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts with its other gaming subsidiary, Savvy Games Group. This potential merger, which would consolidate significant gaming assets under one umbrella, is said to be contingent on the PIF's acquisition of Moonton and would likely face regulatory scrutiny. The move could also lead to cost-saving measures, including layoffs at Electronic Arts, which recently incurred substantial debt from the PIF's acquisition.
Potential EA and Savvy Merger Would Create Gaming Giant
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly exploring a merger between Electronic Arts and Savvy Games Group to create a major player in the global gaming industry. The potential deal aims to consolidate PIF's investments and improve coordination, though no final decision has been made and regulatory hurdles are anticipated. This move would combine EA's console and PC presence with Savvy's mobile gaming operations and could serve as a vehicle for future acquisitions.
A month after buying EA, Saudi Arabia is reportedly looking to merge EA into a new mega-corporation
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which recently took Electronic Arts private, is reportedly considering merging EA into a new mega-corporation alongside Savvy Games. This potential move, aimed at consolidating the country's gaming strategy, could also involve acquisitions like Moonton and would likely face significant antitrust scrutiny.
Massively on the Go: Scopely sold out players for Go Fest 2026’s Go Fest Finale
The Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Go Fest Finale, dubbed the Mega Finale, was a significant disappointment, marked by player dissatisfaction with the over-reliance on Mewtwo and the convoluted Mega Evolution system. Scopely's monetization strategies and perceived lack of value in event tickets led to low player turnout and morale, with many criticizing the company's approach as 'milking' the player base rather than celebrating the game's anniversary.
Report: Savvy Games Group CEO Brian Ward departs company
Brian Ward, CEO of Saudi Arabian video game conglomerate Savvy Games Group, is reportedly stepping down. Ward announced his departure to employees, stating it's the right time for new leadership during the company's growth phase. Turqi Alnowaiser, deputy governor of the parent Public Investment Fund, will temporarily replace him.
