Darang
@darangsc.bsky.social
Director for Southeast Asia and East Asia Research at Niko Partners.
www.nikopartners.com
www.nikopartners.com
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If you missed today's State of Play, catch all the announcements here: www.gematsu.com/tag/state-of...
February 13, 2025 at 3:53 AM
If you missed today's State of Play, catch all the announcements here: www.gematsu.com/tag/state-of...
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Rumour: Konami And Square Enix Expected To Bolster 'Switch 2' Software Library With Major IP.
Rumour: Konami And Square Enix Expected To Bolster 'Switch 2' Software Library With Major IP
As you would hope
www.nintendolife.com
January 14, 2025 at 5:15 AM
Rumour: Konami And Square Enix Expected To Bolster 'Switch 2' Software Library With Major IP.
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Capcom announces Capcom Games Competition – student competition utilizing RE ENGINE
Capcom has announced Capcom Games Competition, its first-ever game competition for students in Japan utilizing its proprietary RE ENGINE.
Capcom has announced Capcom Games Competition, its first-ever game competition for students in Japan utilizing its proprietary RE ENGINE.
Capcom announces Capcom Games Competition – student competition utilizing RE ENGINE
Capcom has announced Capcom Games Competition, its first-ever game competition for students in Japan utilizing its proprietary RE ENGINE.
www.gematsu.com
December 9, 2024 at 5:25 AM
Capcom announces Capcom Games Competition – student competition utilizing RE ENGINE
Capcom has announced Capcom Games Competition, its first-ever game competition for students in Japan utilizing its proprietary RE ENGINE.
Capcom has announced Capcom Games Competition, its first-ever game competition for students in Japan utilizing its proprietary RE ENGINE.
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Let's celebrate the incredible talent of Southeast Asian indie game developers! 🎉 Share your favorite SEA indie games and use the hashtag #SEAindiegames.
December 6, 2024 at 5:36 AM
Let's celebrate the incredible talent of Southeast Asian indie game developers! 🎉 Share your favorite SEA indie games and use the hashtag #SEAindiegames.
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Marvel Rivals has reached 440,000 concurrent players on Steam for the first time https://steamdb.info/app/2767030/charts/?utm_source=Bluesky
Marvel Rivals Steam Charts
Steam player count for Marvel Rivals is currently 415683 players live. Marvel Rivals had an all-time peak of 444286 concurrent players on 6 December 2024.
steamdb.info
December 6, 2024 at 3:53 AM
Marvel Rivals has reached 440,000 concurrent players on Steam for the first time https://steamdb.info/app/2767030/charts/?utm_source=Bluesky
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Out Now: Circle of Sparks 🇮🇩 by @wizdreamgames.bsky.social
Discover the latest game releases from Southeast Asia: virtualseasia.com/category/rel... #CircleOfSparks
Discover the latest game releases from Southeast Asia: virtualseasia.com/category/rel... #CircleOfSparks
November 29, 2024 at 10:40 AM
Out Now: Circle of Sparks 🇮🇩 by @wizdreamgames.bsky.social
Discover the latest game releases from Southeast Asia: virtualseasia.com/category/rel... #CircleOfSparks
Discover the latest game releases from Southeast Asia: virtualseasia.com/category/rel... #CircleOfSparks
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Check out this game made by Singapore-based game developer
Calling all horror fans!
I'm Joure, a solo dev making a horror game called DEADCAM. An 80's & 90's inspired analog-survival-horror game based around found-footage. Explore various "recordings" and try to survive until the end.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDA9...
I'm Joure, a solo dev making a horror game called DEADCAM. An 80's & 90's inspired analog-survival-horror game based around found-footage. Explore various "recordings" and try to survive until the end.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDA9...
DEADCAM | Official Trailer
YouTube video by DEADCAM
www.youtube.com
November 29, 2024 at 12:32 PM
Check out this game made by Singapore-based game developer
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🇲🇾 Malaysia-based Weyrdworks has announced a collaboration between their idle desktop pet game @weyrdlets.bsky.social & @amongus.innersloth.com
The update features login bonuses including:
- Exclusive intractable decorations
- A head accessory
- Stickers
- A Mini Crewmate Mini Pet
The update features login bonuses including:
- Exclusive intractable decorations
- A head accessory
- Stickers
- A Mini Crewmate Mini Pet
November 25, 2024 at 2:41 AM
🇲🇾 Malaysia-based Weyrdworks has announced a collaboration between their idle desktop pet game @weyrdlets.bsky.social & @amongus.innersloth.com
The update features login bonuses including:
- Exclusive intractable decorations
- A head accessory
- Stickers
- A Mini Crewmate Mini Pet
The update features login bonuses including:
- Exclusive intractable decorations
- A head accessory
- Stickers
- A Mini Crewmate Mini Pet
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Koei Tecmo (Nioh, Dynasty Warriors, DOA) plans to expand deeper into AAA games.
They've formed a new in-house AAA studio and expect PC/console markets to grow due to new hardware releases. The company seeks to increase ➡️ 2500 to 5000 employees in the long run.
▶️ automaton-media.com/en/news/koei...
They've formed a new in-house AAA studio and expect PC/console markets to grow due to new hardware releases. The company seeks to increase ➡️ 2500 to 5000 employees in the long run.
▶️ automaton-media.com/en/news/koei...
November 22, 2024 at 3:19 PM
Koei Tecmo (Nioh, Dynasty Warriors, DOA) plans to expand deeper into AAA games.
They've formed a new in-house AAA studio and expect PC/console markets to grow due to new hardware releases. The company seeks to increase ➡️ 2500 to 5000 employees in the long run.
▶️ automaton-media.com/en/news/koei...
They've formed a new in-house AAA studio and expect PC/console markets to grow due to new hardware releases. The company seeks to increase ➡️ 2500 to 5000 employees in the long run.
▶️ automaton-media.com/en/news/koei...
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I can confidently say some of my favorite experiences playing games from Southeast Asia are from student games.
Don’t underestimate the creativity and talent that’s coming from some of the people behind these games 👇
Don’t underestimate the creativity and talent that’s coming from some of the people behind these games 👇
If you couldn't make it to Indie Jam 2024 or you're not in Malaysia, you can still try out the student games that were showcased there.
Download them here:
uowmgames.itch.io
Download them here:
uowmgames.itch.io
November 22, 2024 at 3:17 PM
I can confidently say some of my favorite experiences playing games from Southeast Asia are from student games.
Don’t underestimate the creativity and talent that’s coming from some of the people behind these games 👇
Don’t underestimate the creativity and talent that’s coming from some of the people behind these games 👇
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Realised it was the PS1's 30th anniversary in like two weeks, and it did me immense psychic damage.
November 19, 2024 at 6:13 PM
Realised it was the PS1's 30th anniversary in like two weeks, and it did me immense psychic damage.
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*Update* Kadokawa Corporation has published a statement confirming reports that Sony Group Corporation has expressed the intent to acquire Kadokawa Corporation, but a decision has not yet been made. www.gematsu.com/2024/11/reut...
November 20, 2024 at 11:09 AM
*Update* Kadokawa Corporation has published a statement confirming reports that Sony Group Corporation has expressed the intent to acquire Kadokawa Corporation, but a decision has not yet been made. www.gematsu.com/2024/11/reut...
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🎉 Exciting news!
We've reached some milestones on our Steam curator page:
🇹🇭 200+ Thai games listed
🇲🇾 100+ Malaysian games featured
🌏 A total of 1000 games from Southeast Asia!
These include both released and unreleased titles. Explore our curated list: tinyurl.com/SEA-games
We've reached some milestones on our Steam curator page:
🇹🇭 200+ Thai games listed
🇲🇾 100+ Malaysian games featured
🌏 A total of 1000 games from Southeast Asia!
These include both released and unreleased titles. Explore our curated list: tinyurl.com/SEA-games
Steam Curator: Virtual SEA - Games from SEAsia
Discover the best of Southeast Asian indie games on Virtual SEA's Steam Curator page. Our team handpicks top releases, upcoming titles and EA games from the region, all available on Steam.
tinyurl.com
November 20, 2024 at 12:15 PM
🎉 Exciting news!
We've reached some milestones on our Steam curator page:
🇹🇭 200+ Thai games listed
🇲🇾 100+ Malaysian games featured
🌏 A total of 1000 games from Southeast Asia!
These include both released and unreleased titles. Explore our curated list: tinyurl.com/SEA-games
We've reached some milestones on our Steam curator page:
🇹🇭 200+ Thai games listed
🇲🇾 100+ Malaysian games featured
🌏 A total of 1000 games from Southeast Asia!
These include both released and unreleased titles. Explore our curated list: tinyurl.com/SEA-games
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November 20, 2024 at 10:21 AM
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Game is being developed by Tencent’s Lightspeed Studios, who are known for PUBG Mobile.
November 20, 2024 at 6:51 AM
Game is being developed by Tencent’s Lightspeed Studios, who are known for PUBG Mobile.
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This month there has been multiple events in showcasing games from Southeast Asia. Last week there is an event from Malaysia called Indie Jam 2024.
Indie Jam 2024 is an event by @themagicrainmy.bsky.social
to promote games from SEA creators and students.
Indie Jam 2024 is an event by @themagicrainmy.bsky.social
to promote games from SEA creators and students.
November 20, 2024 at 7:53 AM
This month there has been multiple events in showcasing games from Southeast Asia. Last week there is an event from Malaysia called Indie Jam 2024.
Indie Jam 2024 is an event by @themagicrainmy.bsky.social
to promote games from SEA creators and students.
Indie Jam 2024 is an event by @themagicrainmy.bsky.social
to promote games from SEA creators and students.
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INDONESIA RECORD HEAT
36.9C today at Sabu Island
HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY FOR SABU ISLAND
Indonesia has been breaking record for over 18 months, nearly every single day.
36.9C today at Sabu Island
HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY FOR SABU ISLAND
Indonesia has been breaking record for over 18 months, nearly every single day.
November 19, 2024 at 2:05 PM
INDONESIA RECORD HEAT
36.9C today at Sabu Island
HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY FOR SABU ISLAND
Indonesia has been breaking record for over 18 months, nearly every single day.
36.9C today at Sabu Island
HOTTEST DAY IN HISTORY FOR SABU ISLAND
Indonesia has been breaking record for over 18 months, nearly every single day.
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Vietnam's new video game regulations go live on December 25.
The changes cover age rating systems, content restrictions, time limits for minors, licensing processes, rules for real money-virtual items, and payment systems.
We've written up everything you need to know here:
The changes cover age rating systems, content restrictions, time limits for minors, licensing processes, rules for real money-virtual items, and payment systems.
We've written up everything you need to know here:
Vietnam’s Decree 147/2024/NĐ-CP and its effect on the country’s games market - Niko Partners
Background
On November 9, 2024, the Vietnamese government issued Decree 147/2024/NĐ-CP, effective December 25, 2024, on the management, provision, and use of internet services and online information,...
nikopartners.com
November 19, 2024 at 10:50 AM
Vietnam's new video game regulations go live on December 25.
The changes cover age rating systems, content restrictions, time limits for minors, licensing processes, rules for real money-virtual items, and payment systems.
We've written up everything you need to know here:
The changes cover age rating systems, content restrictions, time limits for minors, licensing processes, rules for real money-virtual items, and payment systems.
We've written up everything you need to know here:
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Pokémon TCG Pocket Has Already Generated $120 Million Since Launch. (Repost)
Pokémon TCG Pocket Has Already Generated $120 Million Since Launch
That's a lot of Pokè Gold
www.nintendolife.com
November 19, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Pokémon TCG Pocket Has Already Generated $120 Million Since Launch. (Repost)
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⚠️🔁 My fella Nana who's a VN writer is currently fighting CIDP (an autoimmune disease). She's a nice person who's real serious about the craft.
There's a fundraiser being run to help with her medical bills, so if you can help donating or reposting this to spread the words, please do! (Details here)
There's a fundraiser being run to help with her medical bills, so if you can help donating or reposting this to spread the words, please do! (Details here)
This issue also features a call for help. @sarahhana.bsky.social has organized a fundraiser for a dev friend in need - Nana, writer of VN The Sun Shines Over Us.
She produced SEA Game Dev Bestie digital wallpapers, with proceeds going to Nana's medical bills. Details in the newsletter.
She produced SEA Game Dev Bestie digital wallpapers, with proceeds going to Nana's medical bills. Details in the newsletter.
November 19, 2024 at 6:05 PM
⚠️🔁 My fella Nana who's a VN writer is currently fighting CIDP (an autoimmune disease). She's a nice person who's real serious about the craft.
There's a fundraiser being run to help with her medical bills, so if you can help donating or reposting this to spread the words, please do! (Details here)
There's a fundraiser being run to help with her medical bills, so if you can help donating or reposting this to spread the words, please do! (Details here)
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October is a crazy month for game events in SEA, but I'm always grateful for the opportunity to visit and engage with the developer community.
I wrote about @xbox.com's experience attending IGDX and Gamescom Asia, and why SE Asia's game scene is on the rise.
developer.microsoft.com/en-us/games/...
I wrote about @xbox.com's experience attending IGDX and Gamescom Asia, and why SE Asia's game scene is on the rise.
developer.microsoft.com/en-us/games/...
Xbox Showcases Global Expansion Work in Southeast Asia at Gamescom Asia
With the number of industry events, games, teams and energy growing from the region, it’s no wonder everyone’s excited about Southeast Asia.
developer.microsoft.com
November 20, 2024 at 4:44 AM
October is a crazy month for game events in SEA, but I'm always grateful for the opportunity to visit and engage with the developer community.
I wrote about @xbox.com's experience attending IGDX and Gamescom Asia, and why SE Asia's game scene is on the rise.
developer.microsoft.com/en-us/games/...
I wrote about @xbox.com's experience attending IGDX and Gamescom Asia, and why SE Asia's game scene is on the rise.
developer.microsoft.com/en-us/games/...
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Pokemon TCG Pocket has reportedly passed $120 million in earnings since its release just over two weeks ago.
www.videogameschronicle.com/news/pokemon...
www.videogameschronicle.com/news/pokemon...
Pokemon TCG Pocket has reportedly passed $120 million in earnings | VGC
Pokemon TCG Pocket has reportedly passed $120 million dollars in earnings since its full release just over two weeks ago.
www.videogameschronicle.com
November 19, 2024 at 11:41 AM
Pokemon TCG Pocket has reportedly passed $120 million in earnings since its release just over two weeks ago.
www.videogameschronicle.com/news/pokemon...
www.videogameschronicle.com/news/pokemon...
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Since y’all have been engaging with the data.
Here’s some info that Riris (Co-Founder of 🇮🇩 Indonesia-based GameChanger Studio) shared a couple months ago on the Steam player base of My Lovely Empress in the first 2 days of launch.
MLE is heavily inspired by Asian & Chinese mythology.
Here’s some info that Riris (Co-Founder of 🇮🇩 Indonesia-based GameChanger Studio) shared a couple months ago on the Steam player base of My Lovely Empress in the first 2 days of launch.
MLE is heavily inspired by Asian & Chinese mythology.
November 18, 2024 at 1:49 AM
Since y’all have been engaging with the data.
Here’s some info that Riris (Co-Founder of 🇮🇩 Indonesia-based GameChanger Studio) shared a couple months ago on the Steam player base of My Lovely Empress in the first 2 days of launch.
MLE is heavily inspired by Asian & Chinese mythology.
Here’s some info that Riris (Co-Founder of 🇮🇩 Indonesia-based GameChanger Studio) shared a couple months ago on the Steam player base of My Lovely Empress in the first 2 days of launch.
MLE is heavily inspired by Asian & Chinese mythology.
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Roblox will restrict kids under 13 from chatting outside of games - https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/18/24298330/roblox-child-safety-chat-parent-accounts
Roblox will restrict kids under 13 from chatting outside of games
Recent reports have highlighted how Roblox has failed to protect children.
www.theverge.com
November 18, 2024 at 12:08 PM
Roblox will restrict kids under 13 from chatting outside of games - https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/18/24298330/roblox-child-safety-chat-parent-accounts
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You know what'd be super cool? If Bluesky could fill the void twitter left by working out a deal with the console platforms for easy sharing of clips and screenshots.
November 17, 2024 at 11:49 PM
You know what'd be super cool? If Bluesky could fill the void twitter left by working out a deal with the console platforms for easy sharing of clips and screenshots.