Video Games
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‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ Gets Streaming Deal in China
“The Late Late Show with James Corden” (especially “Carpool Karaoke”) is going where Netflix can’t: China. CBS Studios International and Chinese online video platform iQiYiNov. 14 announced a licensing agreement for the late night talk show hosted by British comedian Corden. This is the first time the series has been made available in China, with current and past … Continue reading “‘The Late Late Show with James Corden’ Gets Streaming Deal in China”
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‘Incredibles 2,’ Three Other New Releases Among Redbox’s Top 10 DVD, Blu-ray Disc Rentals
The Incredibles 2, the latest animated hit from Walt Disney Studios, debuted at No. 1 on the Redbox kiosk chart for the week ended Nov. 11. Lionsgate’s The Spy Who Dumped Me, meanwhile, remained at No. 1 on the Redbox On Demand chart for the second consecutive week. The action comedy, with Mila Kunis and … Continue reading “‘Incredibles 2,’ Three Other New Releases Among Redbox’s Top 10 DVD, Blu-ray Disc Rentals”
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‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ a Massive Hit, with 17 Million Copies Sold in Just 8 Days
Rockstar Games’ Red Dead Redemption 2 has sold 17 million copies since its Oct. 26 release, parent company Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. said in a Nov. 7 earnings release. That surpasses the total lifetime sales tally for the original Western open-world game Red Dead Redemption, released eight years ago, in 2010. Take-Two chairman and CEO … Continue reading “‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ a Massive Hit, with 17 Million Copies Sold in Just 8 Days”
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Sony Announces 20 Games Pre-Loaded on PlayStation Classic Due Dec. 3
Sony has revealed the lineup of the 20 games that come pre-loaded on the PlayStation Classic console when it launches in the United States and Canada Dec. 3. In addition to the previously announced Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, Ridge Racer Type 4, Tekken 3 and Wild Arms, the rest of the games are: Battle … Continue reading “Sony Announces 20 Games Pre-Loaded on PlayStation Classic Due Dec. 3”
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Cinedigm Video Gaming Streaming Service Lands on Pluto TV
Cinedigm Oct. 23 announced that its e-sports digital network, Wham, is now streaming on the online television service Pluto TV. Launched in April, Wham covers all aspects of the gaming industry, from e-sports to casual gaming. The channel’s offerings include original series, teams competing in e-sports tournaments, and coverage of live special gaming events, as well … Continue reading “Cinedigm Video Gaming Streaming Service Lands on Pluto TV”
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Xbox Partners With Taco Bell to Give Away Xbox One X Consoles
Taco Bell is partnering with Xbox to give fans in the United States the chance to win limited-edition Xbox One X consoles each time they buy a $5 double chalupa box, Xbox announced. The promotion lasts from Oct. 18 through Nov. 21. The exclusive platinum-colored console features Taco Bell’s “ring” when powered on (exclusive to the limited-edition … Continue reading “Xbox Partners With Taco Bell to Give Away Xbox One X Consoles”
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Microsoft Launching Video Game Streaming Service
Microsoft Oct. 8 announced details of a new video game streaming platform – dubbed Project xCloud – that enables users to play console games regardless of device. The platform is set to launch public trials sometime next year. Microsoft, whose Xbox brand features more than 3,000 proprietary game titles, plans to test the xCloud platform … Continue reading “Microsoft Launching Video Game Streaming Service”
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Report: Nintendo to Bow New Version of Switch
Nintendo is working on a new version of the Switch console, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal citing anonymous sources. The new console could be released as soon as next summer, according to the report. In a statement provided to USA Today Nintendo said it had “nothing to announce on this topic.” The … Continue reading “Report: Nintendo to Bow New Version of Switch”
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Video Game Console Ownership Drives SVOD, Pay-TV Subs
Video game consoles such as Xbox and PlayStation have long been catalysts for over-the-top video adoption. Now the proof is in writing. IHS Markit Oct. 3 disclosed that 89.6% of video game console owners have access to at least one OTT video subscription service, compared with 51% of consumers surveyed without a game console. Among … Continue reading “Video Game Console Ownership Drives SVOD, Pay-TV Subs”
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Sega Installs Execs at Atlus
Sega of America and Atlus U.S.A. Inc. on Oct. 1 announced Ian Curran, Sega of America president and COO, will become president and COO of Atlus U.S.A. and work alongside Sega West CEO Tatsuyuki Miyazaki to further the financial goals of both companies. Miyazaki will assume the role of Atlus U.S.A. CEO as Naoto Hiraoka … Continue reading “Sega Installs Execs at Atlus”
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Sega Out with ‘Valkyria Chronicles 4’
Sega on Sept. 25 announced the release of Valkyria Chronicles 4, 10 years after the launch of the original Valkyria Chronicles, the innovative turn-based strategy role-playing game (RPG). The game lets players experience the other side of the Second European War and its most brutal campaign, Operation Northern Cross. Valkyria Chronicles 4 is available now on … Continue reading “Sega Out with ‘Valkyria Chronicles 4’”
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New ‘Spider-Man’ Video Game Sets Three-Day Sales Record
The new Spider-Man video game for the Sony PlayStation 4 is an even bigger hit than the latest Spider-Man movie. The game, Sony Interactive Entertainment said Sept. 20, sold 3.3 million copies in the first three days since its Sept. 7 release, making it the fastest-selling first-party game the company has ever had. At a … Continue reading “New ‘Spider-Man’ Video Game Sets Three-Day Sales Record”