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Disney says Kingdom Hearts series is now a $1 billion franchise
Disney announced that the Kingdom Hearts franchise has surpassed $1 billion in revenue across all its titles. Sean Shoptaw, Disney's executive vice president of global games, highlighted this achievement, placing it among the company's top-grossing game series.
Disney says that Kingdom Hearts is now a 'billion dollar franchise'
The Walt Disney Company has announced that the Kingdom Hearts series is now a 'billion dollar franchise,' according to an investor-focused article. This achievement places it among Disney's top-grossing properties, alongside mobile game Marvel Strike Force. The article also touches on Disney's relationship with Epic Games and the success of Marvel Rivals.
Disney Has 9 Gaming Franchises That Have Generated $1 Billion+ At Retail, Including Kingdom Hearts
Disney has identified video games as a fundamental part of its future entertainment strategy, with nine gaming franchises having generated over $1 billion in retail sales. The company's gaming division, Disney Games, has achieved approximately $3.5 billion in annual consumer spending for the past four years, exceeding $4 billion in the last fiscal year. Disney is focusing on creating original game content rather than movie tie-ins and sees significant opportunity in its partnership with Epic Games for Fortnite.
Marvel Rivals hasn't managed to beat Overwatch's stats yet, but Disney boasts it's still "attracted…
Disney announced that Marvel Rivals has attracted 40 million players worldwide since its launch, with 60% of those players being under the age of 24. While this number is impressive, it has not yet surpassed Overwatch 2's pre-relaunch player statistics. The article also touches on Overwatch 2's recent comeback and the ongoing comparison between the two hero shooters.
Kingdom Hearts is One of Nine $1 Billion Franchises Under Disney
Disney has revealed that the Kingdom Hearts franchise is one of nine under its Games Group portfolio valued at over $1 billion. EVP Sean Shoptaw highlighted the importance of games in Disney's future strategy, mentioning successful partnerships with Epic Games and upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine. The company is preparing for a D23 panel on Kingdom Hearts, potentially offering more details on Kingdom Hearts 4, which is slated for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Disney CEO On Why Gaming Could Be The Company's Next Big Growth-Driver
The Walt Disney Company sees gaming as a significant future growth area, despite it not yet delivering substantial revenue. CEO Josh D'Amaro highlighted the company's $1.5 billion investment in Epic Games and the success of collaborations like The Simpsons x Fortnite event as key to engaging younger audiences and driving their flywheel strategy. Disney Games executive Sean Shoptaw emphasized the importance of interactive platforms for storytelling and deepening fan engagement.
Epic and Disney launch largest IP toolset to date, allowing devs to create Star Wars games in Fortnite
Epic Games and The Walt Disney Company have launched a comprehensive Star Wars toolset for Fortnite, enabling creators to build their own Star Wars-themed games within the platform. The tools include characters, vehicles, and gameplay features, with new lightsaber and force power customization options available in Unreal Editor for Fortnite. Developers must adhere to brand guidelines and share engagement payouts with Disney to publish their creations.
'A galaxy of new Star Wars games' and more are coming to Fortnite to celebrate Star Wars Day
Fortnite is celebrating Star Wars Day with a month-long event featuring new game modes, cosmetics, and creator-made islands. Epic Games and Lucasfilm have introduced three new modes: Galactic Siege, Escape Vader, and Droid Tycoon. The event also includes new quests, skins for The Clone Wars characters, and previews of upcoming Star Wars content, including The Mandalorian and Grogu.
I don't think anyone is prepared for the amount of Star Wars that's about to hit Fortnite
Epic Games has launched new Star Wars-themed creation tools and islands within Fortnite, allowing developers to create official Star Wars experiences. Three exemplar islands, including 'Galactic Siege,' 'Escape Vader,' and 'Droid Tycoon,' showcase the potential of these tools. This initiative expands Fortnite's user-generated content offerings and deepens Disney's engagement with interactive entertainment.
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Has Been Rated for Nintendo Switch 2 in Taiwan
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy has been rated for the Nintendo Switch 2 by the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee, indicating a potential new port for the game. The title, originally released in 2021, has already seen success across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, and was previously available on Nintendo Switch via cloud streaming. This rating comes shortly after Eidos Montreal, the game's developer, experienced significant layoffs.
Disney Gaming Boss On "Massive Disruption" In Games And What's Coming Next
Disney's Executive Vice President of Global Games & Digital Entertainment, Sean Shoptaw, discussed the company's strategy amidst significant market disruption. Disney aims for its games to be as prominent as its film and TV businesses, focusing on original stories within its IPs rather than licensed tie-ins. The company sees games like Fortnite and Roblox as massive social platforms and is investing in the Fortnite metaverse with Epic Games, exploring ways to connect digital experiences with its theme parks.
