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🎮 Attention all aficionados of the game industry! 🎮 Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey at the Mobidictum Conference 2024, where for 2 action-packed days, you'll delve into a world of networking, profound insights, and groundbreaking innovation. 🔥 Together, let's forge the destiny of gaming! The Mobidictum Conference 2024 is set to deliver an immersive experience, meticulously tailored for mobile and PC game developers, promising to surpass all expectations with its unparalleled blend of engagement, enlightenment, and entertainment. With over 1500 enthusiastic attendees⁠, 900+ esteemed brands⁠, an illustrious lineup of 100+ speakers⁠, and an array of over 100 indie developers, prepare to be dazzled by the sheer magnitude of talent and creativity on display. ⭐ Save the dates: October 15-16th, and seize the opportunity to connect with visionaries and leaders of the games industry from every corner of the globe. For further information and registration, visit: mobidictum.com/events

Our Founder and Managing Director, Batuhan Avucan, will be at Gamescom during the week! If you're around, don’t miss the chance to meet up and say hi. See you all in Cologne! #gamescom

Epic Games Store launches on mobile Epic Games has launched its own app store on iOS and Android, bringing popular titles like Fortnite, Rocket League Sideswipe, and Fall Guys to mobile devices. Thanks to the Digital Markets Act, iPhone users in the European Union and Android users worldwide can now download the Epic Games Store app. However, Apple still blocks iOS users outside of Europe from accessing the store and Fortnite. Despite the challenges posed by Apple and Google’s restrictions, EGS remains committed to offering its games through third-party mobile stores like AltStore PAL and Aptoide in the EU. Epic continues to fight legal battles to remove these anticompetitive terms, while working on making the installation process as smooth as possible for users in available regions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dfbD2zi5

🚨This Week’s Top Gaming News You Might Have Missed 📰 -Reforged Labs raises $3.9 million Reforged Labs has successfully raised $3.9 million in a seed round led by DCM, with participation from Epakon Capital, Goodwater Capital, Phoenix Fund, Asymmetry Ventures, and angel investors. including executives from Niantic and Pocket Gems, and the founders behind King and Sky Mavis.  Read More: https://lnkd.in/dDtJYk88 -Eschatology Entertainment raises $11.3 Million Eschatology Entertainment has secured $11.3 million in a funding round led by KRAFTON Inc., with GEM Capital and The Games Fund also participating. This investment will be pivotal in finalizing the development of their upcoming Souls-like FPS set in an Apocalyptic Wild West, marking a significant milestone for the studio. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dMZYsB-k -FRVR secures $12.7M funding FRVR has successfully secured $12.7 million in funding, led by Iberis Capital, with participation from Indico Capital Partners, LINCE CAPITAL, and returning investors such as Hiro Capital. This significant investment will help FRVR continue to expand its platform and deliver high-quality, instant-play games to a global audience. The funding marks an important milestone in the company’s growth. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dCAB2ZEW -Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks acquired by Krafton KRAFTON, the company behind PUBG, has officially acquired Tango Gameworks, the acclaimed developer of Hi-Fi Rush. This acquisition represents a strategic move for KRAFTON, as it expands its portfolio into the action-adventure genre, bringing in Tango Gameworks' expertise in creating innovative and immersive gaming experiences. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dWFVHE6Q

How financial apps like Exness find user acquisition success with mobile OEMs in a regulated industry Exness, a leading multi-asset broker, has navigated the challenges of the highly regulated fintech industry by leveraging mobile OEM channels to drive user acquisition. With platforms like Google and Facebook enforcing strict advertising regulations, Exness strategically partnered with AVOW to target specific demographics through alternative app stores and mobile OEM inventories. This innovative approach has been particularly effective in regions like India and Indonesia, where traditional advertising methods face significant limitations. By focusing on mobile OEM marketing, Exness has seen impressive results, including lower costs per registration and higher revenues. Their success in Indonesia, where they transitioned users from an APK campaign to a Play Store app, led to a 66% reduction in cost per first-time deposit (FTD) and a 10x increase in expected revenue. Exness's experience highlights the growing importance of mobile OEMs in the fintech industry, offering a pathway to sustainable growth despite regulatory constraints. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dhsf43Mb

Mad Crusader opens second game IP incubation round Mad Crusader, a Cyprus-based game IP incubator founded by Wargaming and EA veterans Yarr Rash, Al King, and Jacob Beucler, is now accepting applications for its second Game IP Incubation Program starting on October 21, 2024. The 8-month online program guides aspiring entertainment franchise directors from concept to comprehensive business documentation, focusing on creating IPs with franchise potential. Graduates gain equity in Mad Crusader’s projects, with $30M available to develop successful concepts into commercial products. This program aims to democratize IP creation and revolutionize the entertainment industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/da-KNpaz

eGames Lab 2023-2024 Report: Key R&D Achievements The eGames Lab Midterm Report highlights major R&D achievements for 2024, focusing on six key areas such as VR/AR, AI in interactive storytelling, and blockchain technologies. Funded by the European Commission, eGames Lab is working to establish Portugal as a leading hub for gaming innovation, uniting over 60 academic professionals across public and private entities to advance the industry. Key projects include VR health games, AI-driven storytelling tools, and sustainability-focused gaming solutions. eGames Lab’s efforts are paving the way for the next generation of gaming technologies and setting new standards in research and development. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dK-7vFnj #gaming #report

🔴 Yandex Ads will be the Diamond Sponsor of Mobidictum Conference 2024, which will take place on 15-16 October! Yandex Ads offers a complete suite of mobile services to grow your app. Maximize your app revenue and simplify the technical setup of ad networks by outsourcing ad monetization hassles to experts from Easy Monetization. Gain accurate real-time data insights into your app’s performance and user behavior with a comprehensive app analytics tool AppMetrica. Connect Yandex Advertising Network to your app to gain access to 300,000+ advertisers through various ad formats and monetize a large & lucrative Russian-speaking audience. The advanced targeting capabilities of App Campaigns ensure that your user acquisition generates profitable traffic. Join us and connect with this fantastic team at the Mobidictum Conference in Istanbul! Don’t miss out! Check the details: https://lnkd.in/d3k6_fDA

Euro Games Funding Club (EGFC) Formed to Help Game Studios Industry veteran Julien Gratz has launched the Euro Games Funding Club (EGFC) to support European PC and console game studios during challenging times. EGFC offers flexible financial solutions, including private debt financing, project launch assistance, and expert advice, all designed to empower game developers without compromising their creative vision. With support from seasoned professionals like Francis Ingrand and Harry Lars Ghillemyn, EGFC is dedicated to helping studios navigate the complexities of game development and financing, ensuring they can thrive in an increasingly competitive market. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dfPrsrWT

Sandsoft Study Shows 81% of Mobile Devs Working on New Titles Sandsoft has released a landmark study, revealing key insights into the mobile gaming industry. According to the Publisher Perception Report, 81% of senior mobile game developers are currently working on new titles, despite industry challenges like revenue decline and layoffs. The study also highlights emerging markets, the value of publishers, and the growing role of AI in game development. This research offers a comprehensive look at the current state and future of mobile gaming. Read More: https://lnkd.in/d9AXR8Gq