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Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 17 Games For Free In May
Amazon Prime members can claim 17 free games in May through Amazon Luna, including titles like Mafia 2: Definitive Edition, Alien: Isolation, and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. These claimed games are kept permanently, even if the subscription expires. Other services like Humble Choice, PS Plus, and Xbox Game Pass also offer new games this month.
Flexion Launches Exprexion: A New Suite of Services to Increase Mobile Game Revenue and Market Freedom
Flexion has launched Exprexion, a new suite of services designed to help mobile game developers increase revenue and gain market freedom. The service offers a single point of entry to alternative app stores, influencer marketing, and direct-to-consumer sales, aiming to reduce reliance on major platforms like Google and Apple and their associated fees.
Far Cry 2 and Assassin's Creed Hexe creative director launches a new studio, a few months after surprise exit from…
Veteran developer Clint Hocking, formerly the creative director for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Hexe and Far Cry 2, has launched a new independent game studio named Build Machine Games. The studio is described as lean, fast, bold, and ambitious, and is currently hiring for positions in Canada to begin work on its first prototype.
Get a free Steam key for Invincible VS, the new fighting game based on the hit Amazon Prime series
A free Steam key giveaway is being held for Invincible VS, a new tag fighting game based on the Amazon Prime series. Developed by Quarter Up, the game features an original story and a tag-team system where three characters battle it out. Players can also purchase the game at a discount from Fanatical, with a deluxe edition including a Year 1 Character Pass.
007: First Light Sequel Could Happen “If It Does Well”, Says Studio CEO
IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak stated that a sequel to 007: First Light could happen if the game performs well commercially. He highlighted the positive relationship with Amazon and MGM, emphasizing a shared commitment to quality. The studio's approach to sequels, as seen with the Hitman series, involves lower development costs, but the ultimate decision hinges on community reception and sales figures.
Alexa+ is now available on a bunch of Bose speakers
Amazon's upgraded smart assistant, Alexa+, is now available on a selection of Bose speakers. This marks the first time Alexa+ has been integrated into a device manufactured by a company other than Amazon.
"Why not?": Hitman studio IO Interactive is open to a 007 First Light sequel if people like the James Bond…
IO Interactive, the studio behind Hitman, is open to developing a sequel to their upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light, if the first installment is well-received. CEO Hakan Abrak expressed gratitude for the opportunity to create the game and stated that a sequel would depend on community reception and demand.
What colour car would James Bond never drive? IO had to have multiple meetings just to figure it out for 007 First Light while huge plot decisions went down easy
IO Interactive's franchise art director Rasmus Poulsen discussed the development of 007 First Light, noting that while big plot decisions like making James Bond younger were easy, minor details like what color car Bond would never drive required extensive meetings. Poulsen highlighted the ease of working with Amazon's license due to a strong foundational understanding of the character.
Former Nintendo of America President Sheds Insight On Turbulent Relationship With Amazon
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé shared insights into Nintendo's past strained relationship with Amazon. He detailed an incident where Amazon requested an 'obscene amount of support' to offer prices lower than Walmart, which Fils-Aimé refused due to its illegality and potential damage to other retail partnerships. This experience shaped Nintendo's approach to business dealings and built mutual respect over time.
007: First Light Studio Had to Discuss “Weird Things” Like Which Colored Cars Bond Wouldn’t Drive
IO Interactive discussed peculiar details during the development of 007: First Light, including debates over which car colors James Bond would and wouldn't drive. The studio also confirmed that Patrick Gibson plays a young James Bond, and Lennie James praised Gibson's performance, suggesting he'd be a strong candidate for future film roles. The game is set to release on May 27th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version delayed to Summer.
Reggie Fils-Aimé Recalls The Phone Call That Broke Nintendo And Amazon's Relationship
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé recounted how a request from Amazon for financial support to undercut competitors led Nintendo to stop selling Wii and Nintendo DS systems on the platform. Fils-Aimé refused the request, deeming it illegal and a risk to other retail partnerships. This stance ultimately helped build mutual respect, leading to strong support for the Nintendo Switch launch.
GameStop boss says $56 billion offer could turn eBay into a "legit competitor to Amazon," believes there's "nobody who is more qualified" than him to run the auction site
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has made a $56 billion offer to acquire eBay, aiming to transform the auction site into a major competitor to Amazon. Cohen believes his experience makes him uniquely qualified to lead the combined entity and has secured $20 billion in financing from TD Securities, though the full funding plan remains unclear.
These Are All The Best Star Wars Merch Deals You're Looking For
Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target, and the official Disney Store are offering significant discounts on Star Wars merchandise for Star Wars Day. Deals include reductions on watches, clothing, Lego sets, collectible figures, and more, with many offers valid for a limited time.
Former Nintendo of America boss cut off Amazon's supply of Wii and DS consoles due to "obscene" demands: "I wasn't going to do something illegal"
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that Nintendo stopped selling Wii and Nintendo DS consoles on Amazon due to the retailer's "obscene" demands for financial support to undercut Walmart. Fils-Aimé refused the illegal request, prioritizing legal business practices and relationships with other retailers. The companies later reconciled, with Amazon supporting the Nintendo Switch launch.
Meryl Streep dan Lady Gaga Disebut Skip Met Gala karena Ada Jeff Bezos
Rumors suggest Meryl Streep and Lady Gaga may skip the Met Gala 2026 due to Amazon and Jeff Bezos being the main sponsor. This comes despite their involvement in The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is being discussed concurrently. Several other celebrities and organizers are also mentioned in relation to the event's attendance and sponsorship.
GameStop is trying to buy eBay for £40 billion to rival Amazon
GameStop has made an unsolicited offer of over £40 billion to acquire eBay, aiming to create a rival to Amazon. CEO Ryan Cohen proposed a bid of $125 per share in cash and stock, with plans for significant cost-saving measures and potential job cuts. While GameStop has limited cash reserves, it has secured financing commitments and plans to approach eBay shareholders directly if the initial offer is rejected.
Amazon opens up its logistics networks to any business
Amazon is opening its extensive logistics network to any business, allowing third-party companies to utilize its fulfillment and delivery services. Initial clients include major corporations such as Procter & Gamble, 3M, Lands' End, and American Eagle Outfitters.
Retailer GameStop Has Made A $55.5 Billion Offer To Buy eBay
US retailer GameStop has submitted an unsolicited, non-binding offer of $55.5 billion to acquire eBay. GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, who would lead the combined company, believes he can transform eBay into a stronger competitor to Amazon. The feasibility of the offer is in question due to GameStop's significantly smaller market value compared to eBay's.
Zendaya dan Meryl Streep Dikabarkan Bakal Absen dari Met Gala 2026
Zendaya and Meryl Streep are reportedly set to miss the 2026 Met Gala due to controversy surrounding primary donor and honorary chair Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sánchez. While Streep's representative stated the event doesn't align with her personality, Zendaya's absence is surprising given her consistent attendance and past co-chair role. The event faces boycott calls over alleged labor exploitation at Amazon and Bezos's ties to ICE.
Xbox has only two options for the future and Microsoft won’t like either of them - Reader’s Feature
A reader suggests Microsoft has only two viable options for the future of Xbox: either transition to a third-party developer model releasing games on all platforms, or sell off its gaming division entirely. The author argues that the Xbox hardware experiment has failed due to declining console sales and the inability of recent acquisitions to significantly boost market share.
