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Games revenue dipped 53% at Warner Bros during 2024
AppWizard
March 1, 2025

Games revenue dipped 53% at Warner Bros during 2024

Warner Bros reported a 53% drop in revenue for its gaming division in 2024, as disclosed in its 10-K filing with the SEC. The overall content revenue declined by eight percent, primarily due to the decrease in gaming revenue, which saw a 29% year-on-year drop in the final quarter of 2024. The decline is attributed to underperforming titles in 2024, following the success of previous releases like Hogwarts Legacy and Mortal Kombat 1. The company plans to close several studios, including Monolith, Player First, and its San Diego studio, and will focus on four key franchises: Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Mortal Kombat, and DC Comics. Warner Bros aims to restore profitability to its Games division by 2025 and enhance its contribution to the company's growth.
Warner Bros shuts down three studios, including Monolith
AppWizard
February 26, 2025

Warner Bros shuts down three studios, including Monolith

Warner Bros has announced the closure of three development studios: Monolith Productions, Player First Games, and its mobile-focused San Diego studio. As a result, 131 employees in Kirkland, Washington, will be laid off. Monolith Productions is known for titles such as Fear, Condemned, Shadow of Mordor, and Shadow of War, but its anticipated Wonder Woman game will not be developed. Player First Games is recognized for the game Multiversus. Warner Bros stated that the closures are part of a strategic shift to focus on key franchises like Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, DC, and Game of Thrones, and emphasized that the decision does not reflect the talent of the teams involved.
Warner Bros. is closing Monolith, Player First Games, and WB San Diego, and has cancelled its Wonder Woman game
AppWizard
February 26, 2025

Warner Bros. is closing Monolith, Player First Games, and WB San Diego, and has cancelled its Wonder Woman game

Warner Bros. Games has announced the closure of several studios, including Monolith Productions, Player First Games, and WB San Diego, following the resignation of David Haddad, the chief of Warner Bros. Games for 12 years. The closures include the cancellation of the Wonder Woman game, which was first unveiled in 2021. Player First Games, known for Multiversus, has left its team with a sense of loss, as expressed by game director Tony Huynh. Monolith Productions, recognized for titles like Blood and Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, has also shut down. Warner Bros. Games is facing financial difficulties, including a 0 million loss from Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and a 0 million writedown due to Multiversus' underperformance. CEO JB Perrette aims for the company to return to profitability by 2025, acknowledging it will take two to three years to rebuild. Rocksteady is reportedly developing a new single-player Batman game, which could signify a positive direction for the company.
14 Years Later, the Best Open-World Western Game Is Finally Coming to PC
AppWizard
October 8, 2024

14 Years Later, the Best Open-World Western Game Is Finally Coming to PC

Red Dead Redemption is set to debut on PC platforms on October 29, 2023, after 14 years of anticipation. The PC port will feature graphical upgrades, including native 4K resolution, HDR10 support, and compatibility with Ultrawide and Super Ultrawide monitors. It will also support advanced technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 upscaling. The game will include full keyboard and mouse functionality and allow players to adjust various graphical settings. The announcement includes the original game and its expansion, Undead Nightmare, and is co-developed with Double Eleven. This release marks the first opportunity for many PC players to experience the narrative following Red Dead Redemption 2. The modding community is expected to introduce various modifications to enhance gameplay. This release is anticipated to be the last major offering from Rockstar before Grand Theft Auto 6.
SDCC 2024: Lego Reveals Minecraft Birthday Pig Celebration Set
AppWizard
July 25, 2024

SDCC 2024: Lego Reveals Minecraft Birthday Pig Celebration Set

- Lego has revealed a new Minecraft set called Baby Pig's Birthday Celebration at San Diego Comic-Con - The set includes popular Minecraft characters and has 351 pieces - The set allows you to build articulated versions of Minecraft mobs and comes with a birthday hat for the pig and a cake - The release date for the set is October 1, 2024.
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