Key insights
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Weekly snapshot
Mid-2023 saw major publisher announcements and seven new game releases.
The week of June 19, 2023, aggregated press releases and event coverage across console, PC, and mobile segments. No survey or statistical methodology was disclosed.
Key number
Embracer Group’s share price dropped 40% after a deal collapse.
A $2 billion partnership deal with an unnamed partner collapsed, causing a 40% drop in share price. This followed a $1.5 billion debt burden that prompted a restructuring plan.
Event highlights
Ubisoft debuted Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora at a 90-minute event.
Ubisoft’s “UbiSoft Forward” event showcased a 90-minute trailer revealing upcoming titles. It announced a new mobile game portfolio and the highly anticipated Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Platform exclusivity
Square Enix released Final Fantasy XVI exclusively on PS5.
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy XVI releases exclusively on PS5, marking a major mid-2023 launch for the platform. This was part of seven new games listed in the release schedule.
Global expansion
Capcom showcased six titles focused on Japanese-centric content.
Capcom’s one-hour showcase introduced six titles with a focus on Japanese-centric games.
New titles
Seven major games launched across major platforms in mid-June.
The release schedule lists seven new games across major platforms. Titles include Aliens: Dark Descent, Crash Team Rumble, and Sonic Origins Plus across Windows, consoles, and Switch.
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