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On the Monday before Halloween, Stanley Pierre-Louis, President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, and Laura Naviaux Sturr, GM Operations at Amazon Games, kicked off the 2024 GamesBeat NEXT conference in San Francisco with the fireside chat “Finding New Growth Vectors: Extending IP to Reach New Audiences.” Of the many points they discussed, some of the highlights included the potential of transmedia IP, the growth of the 'gamer' audience, appealing to multiple generations of players, and more. Check out the full article over on the Amazon Games Blog: https://lnkd.in/gweRin8n #amazongames #gamedev #gamesbeatNEXT #games #videogames

🚀 Don't miss this featured session at #GBNext on October 28th at 1:20pm PT in Pacific Hall! Join Stanley Pierre Louis, President & CEO of Entertainment Software Association, and Laura Naviaux Sturr, GM of Operations at Amazon Games, as they explore how beloved IPs in video games are finding new growth opportunities and attracting a whole new generation of players. Discover how extending IP can unlock new growth vectors in gaming! Reserve your spot before it’s too late—https://bit.ly/3A0CG0f #GamingIndustry #GameDevelopment #IPExpansion

New World: Aeternum is here! We’re thrilled for players to discover supernatural secrets together across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Check out our launch trailer, plus some words of welcome from Game Director, Scot L.. "I’m so happy to welcome you all to the shores of Aeternum, some of you for the first time and others returning for another adventure. Over the past 3 years of live development, we’ve not only added an incredible amount of content but also learned a ton. The feedback from players has helped us make so many decisions and streamline gameplay to where we are now. We’ve worked so hard to make New World: Aeternum sing with a controller and play well on console and spent the better part of the last year optimizing, polishing and readying Aeternum for this next phase. On top of that, we’ve added more endgame content including our first raid, the Hive of Gorgons, which is the culmination of our PvE experience, and a Free-For-All PvP zone the Cursed Mists, where adventurers can test their skills and grab awesome loot! We’ve also rebuilt the way we tell the story to really immerse players in the world. So with that, we are extremely excited to embark on this journey together. Launch is just the starting point and we have big plans for where we want to go next. We will continue to listen and use your feedback to inform our future updates. A big thanks to our returning players and again, welcome to our new players across all platforms – we are so happy and excited to have you experience Aeternum! I will part with a bit of advice, take your time and savor the journey – no need to rush through it. I can’t wait to see you in Aeternum!" Scot L., Game Director, New World: Aeternum Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtMpBkYQ

We're excited to announce the launch of New World: Aeternum, now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam! For the first time ever, both console and PC players can venture forth onto the supernatural island of Aeternum and experience a wild journey filled with danger and opportunity as a solo player or with other adventurers through cross-platform, cooperative online play. “Millions of players have explored Aeternum on PC, and we’re thrilled to welcome even more to New World: Aeternum with the console release,” said Christoph Hartmann, Vice President, Amazon Games. “We have listened to player feedback and taken the time to create an unforgettable adventure that can be enjoyed either as a solo journey or together with friends across consoles and PC. New World: Aeternum is the definitive New World experience.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gf63D2F4 Learn more about New World: Aeternum https://lnkd.in/gBJrHf5Y #amazongames #videogames #newworldaeternum #gamedev

Soon, adventurers! Check out the global server times for New World: Aeternum's launch, and dive deeper into key additions and updates for the Season of Opportunity, the game's upcoming first season. From repeatable Soul Trials to a free-for-all PvP zone, upleveled endgame rewards, and a 10-player raid, all major updates have been driven by player feedback. Read on for more, we can't wait to see you in Aeternum! New World: Aeternum Launch Update: https://lnkd.in/gMDCEyDB #newworldaeternum #amazongames #videogames #gamedev

Secret Level is an adult animation anthology series featuring 15 original short stories set within the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. Tim Miller (Creative Director, President, Blur Studio) and Rob Chestney (Narrative Director, Amazon Games) share a deeper look at their approach to storytelling, taking risks, and exploring New World: Aeternum in exciting new ways. Exclusively on Prime Video and premiering Tuesday, December 10, in over 240 countries and territories worldwide, Secret Level tells all new short stories in the worlds of such franchises as Mega Man, Unreal Tournament, Armored Core, and even PAC-MAN. New World: Aeternum, releasing October 15 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S—will also feature as part of the Secret Level series alongside several iconic gaming properties. Article: https://lnkd.in/gpFC6ABG #amazongames #newworldaeternum #blurstudio #secretlevel

In February 2024, Lost Ark celebrated its second anniversary in the West and during those two years, the teams at Smilegate RPG and Amazon Games have released a content update every month. That streak continues into October’s content update, which is set to be the biggest of the year, and a major moment for Lost Ark players. Check out all the details over on the Amazon Games blog! “There's so much to look forward to since this is the biggest endgame update we've put out since the launch of the game. Personally, though, I'm most excited to explore North Kurzan when it comes out in October, as it's going to bring forward the climax of the incredible story we've all been immersed in for so long. And for players thinking about coming back or starting up, it really is the perfect time in all aspects!” - Roxanne Sabo, Sr. Product Community Manager, Amazon Games Read more: https://lnkd.in/gj3pgwDK #amazongames #LostArk #videogames #publishing #gamedev

Celebrate the spookiest month of the year by claiming Halloween titles with Prime Gaming. Head over to the Prime Gaming blog to check out all the titles available this month! Prime Gaming is included with Amazon Prime membership, which saves members money every day with exclusive deals, free delivery, prescription savings, and quality entertainment. With Prime Gaming, Amazon Prime members enjoy a collection of free downloadable games to keep forever, a monthly Twitch channel subscription, and an evolving set of gaming benefits. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBsxDsqk #primegaming #amazongames

Naturally curious. Eager to learn new things. An avid enthusiast of 3D art, technology, and board games of every type. Meet Ioan-Andrei Nistor, a Technical Artist and one of the newest members of Amazon Games Bucharest. “In video game design, a technical artist bridges the divide between programming and art,’ he says, “so we have to know a little bit about everything. We’re in charge of improving and optimizing workflow, but also helping programmers identify problem areas in a game’s performance. Basically, we make sure games run as smooth as possible and look great.” “Amazon has a lot of leadership principles, but my favorite is 'Learn and be curious.' In our field, which blends visual art with technology, there's always something new—whether it's wrapping my head around emerging tech or piece of software, or working out new methodologies to improve workflow. I love that my job challenges me to stay learning, it’s really exciting to keep growing and exploring all these new possibilities. It’s an incredible way to keep your passions fresh while challenging the status quo.” Well played, and welcome again to the team, Andrei! Amazon Games Bucharest is our brand new AAA studio and they're busy building out their teams across Tech, Production, Art and more. Explore their open roles: https://lnkd.in/guDKVA7G

One week into THRONE AND LIBERTY's launch and we've welcomed more than 3 million players into Solisium! Players around the world have amassed 24 million hours in the game, with 11 million hours watched on Twitch. “Bringing THRONE AND LIBERTY to players around the world has been a huge shared undertaking by our team and our friends at NCSOFT, and we’re so pleased to see the results as players join the game. We’re only getting started, and we have a series of updates planned including our first castle siege coming soon.” - Christoph Hartmann, VP, Amazon Games. https://lnkd.in/gThDsh-X #amazongames #THRONEANDLIBERTY #games #videogames