Chinese Game Companies Completed 43 M&A Deals in First Half of 2026
Chinese game developers and publishers completed 43 M&A deals worth more than $8.86 billion in the first half of 2026, according to Youxi Tuoluo.
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Gaming M&A Deal Count Hits Highest Level Since 2022, Aream Says
Aream & Co. says gaming M&A activity reached its highest deal count since 2022 in the second quarter of 2026, even as total deal value declined.
Microsoft Begins Painful Xbox Restructuring with 3,200 Job Cuts
Microsoft has confirmed a major Xbox restructuring that will cut 3,200 jobs, spin off several studios and reset the division around profitability and daily active players.
Microsoft Raises Xbox Console Prices Worldwide as Hardware Costs Climb
Microsoft is raising Xbox console prices worldwide from August 1, citing sharp increases in memory and storage costs across its hardware business.
Denmu Launches $50 Million Fund for Vision-Led Game Developers
Denmu has launched a $50 million gaming fund aimed at backing developers with strong creative visions across indie, AAA, console, PC and mobile projects.
Strikerz Faces Major Layoffs as UFL Struggles to Gain Momentum
Strikerz is preparing major layoffs that could reduce its workforce by more than half, as the Cyprus-based studio faces mounting pressure around its football simulator UFL.
GTA 6 Preorders Begin June 25 as Rockstar Reveals Official Cover Art
Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA 6 preorders begin June 25, alongside official cover art for the November 19 console launch.