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Xbox's billion-user dream meets reality amid layoffs and restructuring
technology5 days ago

Xbox's billion-user dream meets reality amid layoffs and restructuring

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined a bold goal for Xbox to entertain more than a billion people each day, counting players and Game Pass subscribers, as four studios split off and about 3,600 jobs are cut. While Mojang and King remain strong and titles like Candy Crush, Fortnite, and Roblox illustrate large audiences, their combined peaks still fall well short of a billion, making the aim seem aspirational amid the layoffs and earlier missteps. King and upcoming titles could help close the gap, but the plan faces skepticism from the industry and staff alike.

via Eurogamer.net|
#asha-sharma#candy-crush#game-pass
Activision Blizzard's Earnings: A Rollercoaster Ride.
gaming3 years ago

Activision Blizzard's Earnings: A Rollercoaster Ride.

Activision Blizzard's Q1 financial results show growth across every division and major franchise, with revenue up 35% to $2.38 billion, net bookings up 26% to $1.86 billion, and net income up 87% to $740 million. The company credits Call of Duty, Candy Crush, Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo for driving growth, with mobile net bookings growing double-digits year-over-year. Despite setbacks such as the UK blocking its sale to Microsoft, Activision Blizzard expects "at least high-teens year-over-year growth for GAAP revenue in 2023."

via GamesIndustry.biz|
#activision-blizzard#call-of-duty#candy-crush
Accidental Candy Crush Mom Dominates $250k Tournament
gaming3 years ago

Accidental Candy Crush Mom Dominates $250k Tournament

Erryn Rhoden, a 48-year-old Ohio mom, accidentally entered the Candy Crush Saga All Stars Tournament and has become one of the most successful "esports athletes" in the country. Despite her self-described "past-tense" gamer status, Rhoden's dedication to Candy Crush over the years and her penchant for watching strategy videos has allowed her to excel. She is well on her way to winning the $250,000 tournament prize.

via Boing Boing|
#candy-crush#esports#gaming
Accidental Entry Leads to $250k Candy Crush Tournament Win
esports3 years ago

Accidental Entry Leads to $250k Candy Crush Tournament Win

Erryn Rhoden, an accidental entrant in the Candy Crush Saga All Stars Tournament, is now the top-ranked player in her semifinal bracket and one of the most successful esports athletes in the country. Rhoden, who runs a roofing company with her husband, entered the tournament by mistake but has managed to skip extra rounds and advance straight to the semifinals. She has completed around 11,000 levels of Candy Crush and is now racking up points in the semifinals, with her son even doing her house chores to give her more time to compete. Despite not spending any money on the game, Rhoden is considering using paid boosts to improve her chances of winning the $250,000 prize pool.

via Kotaku|
#all-stars-tournament#candy-crush#esports