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EA taken private by Saudi Arabia, GTA marketing jumps the shark, and Devolver's huge mistake - Patch Notes #64
Electronic Arts has been taken private by an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund for $55 billion. Devolver Digital is seeking to delist from the London Stock Exchange due to the incompatibility of short-term investor demands with the volatile video game industry. Additionally, the next trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI will premiere exclusively on Netflix before a wider release.
Devolver wants to delist because indie publishing is not 'compatible' with public trading
Devolver Digital intends to delist from the London Stock Exchange's AIM market to become a private company, citing incompatibility between public trading demands and the unpredictable nature of indie game publishing. The publisher believes this move will better serve shareholders and allow for more effective capital allocation, despite recent revenue growth.
Double Fine cuts staff, Xbox's revenue decline, and Leon Kennedy pays off - Patch Notes #63
Double Fine has laid off 23 employees following its transition to independence from Xbox. Meanwhile, Xbox reported a $1.7 billion revenue decline for fiscal year 2026, attributed to decreased content, services, and console sales. The article also touches on the erosion of institutional knowledge due to layoffs and the continued sales success of Capcom's Resident Evil series.
The truth behind the resurrection of Poinpy
The mobile platformer Poinpy has been re-released by Devolver Digital after its initial launch on Netflix Games. Devolver co-founder Nigel Lowrie clarified that the game's absence was due to the expiration of a timed exclusivity deal with Netflix, not a strategic shift by the streamer. Poinpy is now available for free on mobile with an optional tip feature, a decision supported by creator Ojiro Fumoto.
Saudi-led EA buyout receives EU approval, Xbox trials ad-supported game streaming, and Poinpy is eternal - Patch Notes #62
The European Commission has approved the Saudi-led buyout of Electronic Arts, while Xbox is trialing ad-supported game streaming for select titles. Separately, the mobile platformer Poinpy has returned, and news emerges about a revived Kinect game, scrapped Pokémon designs, and legal disputes involving Nintendo and Bethesda employees.
Poinpy Launches on Mobile as a Free Title, No Netflix Needed!
Poinpy, a colorful vertical climbing platformer originally released on Netflix Games, is now available for free on Android devices via the Google Play Store. Developed by Ojiro Fumoto under the pseudonym Moppin and published by Devolver Digital, the game features procedurally generated levels and a unique juice-smashing mechanic to satisfy a chasing beast. The new mobile release is completely free with no ads or in-app purchases, though optional tips are accepted.
One of the best modern platformers is back from the dead after being delisted on its only platform, escaping Netflix…
The critically acclaimed platformer Poinpy, previously exclusive to Netflix Games, has been released for free on iOS and Android mobile devices. Developed by Moppin (Ojiro Fumoto) and published by Devolver Digital, the game was delisted from Netflix a year ago due to an expired licensing deal. The new mobile versions are completely free with no ads or in-app purchases required, though optional tips are accepted.
Evening Mobilization
The mobile game Poinpy has been released and is available for free. The article notes its return to mobile platforms.
Poinpy, a perfect video game, is back and it's completely free on mobile
The mobile game Poinpy, previously available on Netflix Games, has returned and is now free to play on Android and iPhone devices. The game was removed from Netflix's service last year.
Downwell-Creators’ Hit Platformer Poinpy Is Making a Comeback Soon!
The hit platformer Poinpy, originally developed by Moppin and published by Devolver Digital, is set to make a comeback on mobile. After its exclusive run on Netflix Games ended in June 2025, the developer announced a closed beta test recruitment for the game on June 17th, 2026. Poinpy is known for its vertical scrolling gameplay where players guide a green dinosaur to collect fruit while escaping a hungry beast.
