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Ubisoft opens the fourth studio in Quebec
Ubisoft announced a new studio, Ubisoft Sherbrooke, which will be the fourth development studio the publisher has in the province of Quebec.
Private Division acquired Roll7
Private Division, the publishing label of Take-Two Interactive, acquired the British developer of the OlliOlli franchise, Roll7.
US game spending sees growth in October 2021
US Charts, October 2021:
1. Far Cry 6
2. Back 4 Blood
3. Metroid Dread
Call of Duty: Vanguard stays on top of UK chart
UK Charts. Week of November 13, 2021:
1. Call of Duty: Vanguard
2. FIFA 22
3. Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Activision apologizes for disrespect caused by Call of Duty: Vanguard
Activision Blizzard has issued an apology after a huge backlash from the Muslim community.
Playdate release date delayed until 2022
The Playdate is the latest console to succumb to the shortage in supply of semiconductors and other required parts for manufacturing.
PlayStation Direct stores launched by Sony
Sony has now opened a PlayStation Direct online store, which allows users to purchase new consoles, accessories, and even games.
Digital Bros revenue drops down
Digital Bros, the parent company of 505 Games, has released its financial results for the quarter ending on September 30, 2021.
Sony reportedly cutting PlayStation 5 targets
Sony cut its targets for PS5 console production for the year as it faces more issues around supply chains and resources for manufacturing.
Steam Deck delayed
Valve emailed all consumers who had pre-ordered a Steam Deck console to inform them that the device’s launch was delayed until February 2022.
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