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Gaming Franchises

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gaming1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Doubles Down on Live-Service Games, Shifting Away from AAA Titles"

Warner Bros. Discovery reiterates its focus on free-to-play and live service games, citing the biggest growth opportunities in these spaces. The company plans to expand its major gaming franchises, including Mortal Kombat, Game of Thrones, DC, and Harry Potter, into the mobile and multiplatform free-to-play space, as well as develop live service games for ongoing player engagement. Despite the disappointment of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, the company aims for meaningful growth over the next few years through strategic investment in these areas.

gaming1 year ago

"Hogwarts Legacy: Exciting Updates and Exclusive Content Coming in 2024"

Hogwarts Legacy has sold over 24 million units and is set to receive new features and updates, including previously exclusive PlayStation content, later this Summer. Warner Bros. Discovery has ambitious plans for growth in the gaming space, valuing franchises like Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, DC, and Game of Thrones at $1 billion each for their gaming potential. The company is also considering adding games to their Max subscription service and is actively working on core franchises within the DC Universe.

entertainment2 years ago

Sega Considers Movie Adaptations for Persona and Yakuza Franchises

Sega is considering the possibility of adapting its popular gaming franchises, Persona and Yakuza/Like a Dragon, into movies. Following the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog film adaptations, Sega aims to expand the reach of its other IPs. Chief Operating Officer Shuji Utsumi mentioned Persona and Yakuza/Like a Dragon specifically, hinting at potential film adaptations for these franchises. Sega is exploring various business areas to bring these IPs to, including movies and partnerships with companies like Lego and Roblox. Both Persona and Yakuza/Like a Dragon have upcoming major releases in the gaming space, with Persona 5 Tactica and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth launching in 2024.