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Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Frontier Developments appoints Dan Lazarides as CMO
Several key figures have moved into new roles within the gaming industry. Dan Lazarides is the new Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, while Tracey Thompson returns to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Maddie Richter joins Nintendo of America as Social Media Marketing Manager, and Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger join Roblox to support AI tool development.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Three new hires at Yogscast Games
Yogscast Games has hired Charlotte Willis, Robin Mawhinney, and Charlotte Pang for PR, production, and publishing roles. Meanwhile, Jars AI co-founders Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger have joined Roblox to support its AI tool launch in New Zealand. Sathvik Sudireddy is the new marketing manager for live services at Rockstar Games, and Joe Chard is the lead product manager at Netflix Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
Regal Brings All Eight Harry Potter Films to 4DX for the 25th Anniversary, Beginning August 27
Regal cinemas will screen all eight Harry Potter films in 4DX format from August 27 to September 3 to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. Tickets are priced at $9.75 per film, with the event leading up to Harry Potter Day. This special screening event is exclusive to Regal.
2026’s Box Office Top 10 So Far: Toy Story 5 Out Front, Spider-Man Closing Fast
Toy Story 5 leads the 2026 box office with $1.06 billion, followed closely by Spider-Man: Brand New Day at $932 million. The list highlights strong international performance for films like Pegasus 3 and significant earnings from sequels and biopics such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Michael.
The 5 movies you need to watch in August 2026
This article highlights five must-watch movies scheduled for release in August 2026, spanning genres from sci-fi and animation to romance and horror. Featured films include "One Night Only," "The End of Oak Street," "Insidious: Out of the Further," "The Dog Stars," and "Coyote Vs Acme," with details on release dates and potential viewing locations.
Matt Reeves confirms a key collaborator will return for The Batman 2
Composer Michael Giacchino has confirmed he will return to score Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II, marking their sixth collaboration. Reeves also confirmed the news on X. Giacchino's previous work on The Batman earned him a Grammy nomination.
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Ubisoft reported a 9.2% decrease in net bookings for its first quarter, attributing the decline to a high comparison base from the previous year. Additionally, Paramount has agreed to postpone the closure of its transaction with Warner Bros. until next year.
Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. merger into 2027
Paramount has agreed to delay its merger with Warner Bros. until 2027. This extended pause will allow time to address legal challenges from states and the WGA that aim to block the deal.
Warner Bros. brings all eight Harry Potter films — plus 12 unseen minutes — back to the big screen
Warner Bros. is bringing all eight Harry Potter films back to cinemas worldwide from August 27 to September 3 to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. The theatrical event, branded "Back to Hogwarts," will include approximately 12 minutes of previously unseen footage in the first film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
Weapons director promises Gladys prequel is being taken "super seriously"
Director Zach Cregger has confirmed that the prequel to his horror film Weapons, focusing on the character Aunt Gladys, is actively in development with a script in progress. Cregger expressed excitement about exploring Gladys's origins and stated the project is being taken very seriously, promising a story filled with twists and mysteries similar to the original film. He also mentioned his involvement with the upcoming Resident Evil adaptation.
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A judge has extended an emergency order that pauses the potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Separately, Xbox console sales have doubled year-over-year, though overall US hardware sales have seen a significant decline.
Batman Is Finally Getting A New Game, Just Not The One You Were Expecting
A new co-op party game, Batman: Caped Crusader - Chronicles, is launching on July 31 for Amazon Luna Prime members. The game is set in the continuity of the Batman: The Caped Crusader animated series and features up to four players joining Batman's inner circle. It includes sleuthing and minigames with appearances from villains like Scarecrow and the Joker, and voice actors Hamish Linklater and Michelle C. Bonilla reprise their roles as Batman and Detective Montoya.
Blade Runner 2099 showrunner says Ridley Scott "shepherded" her through making new Prime Video show, reveals post-war plot with Replicant uprising
Showrunner Silk Luisa revealed plot details for the upcoming Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099, which is set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049 and features a replicant uprising where humans are now second-class citizens. Ridley Scott was heavily involved in the development process, providing insight into the franchise's mythological canon. The series, starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, is set to premiere in 2027.
MMO Business Roundup: CliffyB is back, a crackdown on Steam criming, and Palworld’s 30.5M sales
This MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including Cliff Bleszinski's return with plans for a comeback after the failures of LawBreakers and Radical Heights. It also notes a temporary pause on the Warner Bros. buyout due to antitrust concerns, an indictment in Florida for malware injection into Steam games, and Palworld's continued sales success, reaching an estimated 30.5 million copies sold.
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A judge has paused the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. The decision halts further progress on the deal, the specifics of which are not detailed in this brief mention.
Big Hollywood studios are fighting over new director on the block Kane Parsons ahead of his Backrooms sequel
Director Kane Parsons, fresh off the success of his feature film debut 'Backrooms,' is reportedly in negotiations for a lucrative first-look deal with A24. However, other major studios like Warner Bros., Universal, and Sony are also vying to sign the young director. The article highlights a trend of original, lower-budget films with new directors outperforming major blockbusters.
Matt Reeves confirms a tiny change to The Batman costume you definitely didn't notice
Director Matt Reeves confirmed a minor change to Robert Pattinson's Batman costume in The Batman 2, noting that the character's ears appear longer in the upcoming sequel. The film, which is now slated for a February 18, 2028 release, will feature returning cast members like Colin Farrell and Andy Serkis, alongside newcomers Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson.
