Sep 16, 2024

European Gaming Industry News Voodoo makes a significant investment in Israel based games developer, Teskin, to support the casual studio’s growth and team expansion Published Hyper-casual leader Voodoo backs Teskin, a world-class developer of match 3 and puzzle games on mobile. Voodoo, one of the world’s leading mobile games publishers, announced today that it is making a significant investment in Teskin, a casual games developer headquartered in Israel. Founded in 2018 by Iliya Tesler and Lior Gluskin, Teskin specializes in match 3 and puzzle games on Android and iOS, with hit titles such as Jewels Planet, Jewel Empire, and Candy Deluxe. Teskin will join Voodoo’s casual business unit yet continue to operate independently. With new funding and Voodoo’s support, Teskin sets out to expand its team and strengthen its portfolio of hit games. Alexandre Yazdi, Co-Founder and CEO of Voodoo said, “We’re delighted to be investing in Teskin to boost their growth in the casual gaming market. Iliya and Lior have built a strong, high performing, and driven team with an impressive track record of successful match 3 and puzzle games. Together, we’re taking another significant step towards our mission to entertain the world.” Lior Gluskin and Iliya Tesler, Teskin Co-founders, added: “We share the same vision as Voodoo; creating high quality games and entertaining players. With Voodoo’s investment we will be able to reach new high records by expanding our team and fulfilling our initial goal of creating leading mobile games that people will enjoy playing for years. We are excited to move forward and take Teskin to the next level.” Tadmor Levy & Co. acted as legal advisor to Voodoo. KPMG Somekh Chaikin provided financial and tax transaction services to Voodoo in connection with the transaction. Goldfarb Seligman & Co. served as legal advisor to Teskin. Related Published PopOK Gaming is excited to announce the release of “First Balloon,” the latest game in its popular Crash series. This new addition promises to take players on an exhilarating adventure, where they will soar through the skies and experience breathtaking moments and enticing rewards as their balloon ascends. “First Balloon” offers a unique and thrilling gameplay experience that will keep players on the edge of their seats. As the game begins, players place their bets and watch as the multiplier starts increasing from 1x and continues to rise. The goal is to cash out at just the right moment to secure a multiplied payout. However, there’s a catch: if players don’t cash out in time, they risk losing their bet. The excitement builds as players navigate the challenge of timing their cash-outs to maximize their winnings. With the potential to win up to x10,000, “First Balloon” offers the chance for massive rewards. How does it work? Cash out anytime to get your bet multiplied “First Balloon” is designed to provide a thrilling and immersive gaming experience, combining the excitement of risk and reward with the beauty of a soaring balloon journey. It’s the perfect game for those seeking adventure and the thrill of high-stakes gameplay. Don’t miss out on the latest addition to PopOK Gaming’s Crash series. Start your adventure today with “First Balloon” and experience the excitement for yourself! Related Published Reading Time: < 1 minute One day, the Beauty, whom Gorilla King is deeply in love with, gets captured and locked inside a tower. To save the love of his life, Gorilla King needs to avoid the deadly hunters on every floor of the tower and make his way to the top to win his precious back! Beauty and Gorilla King” is a mini-game where players are given a tower with rows of covered squares with either beauties or hunters. Players need to start from the bottom row. Whenever a square of beauty is unveiled, players move one floor up and the winning multiplier increases. Players can choose to continue their progress to move upwards and win more, or to leave this round and take the accumulated winnings! However, if a hunter is unveiled, all the winnings will be lost and players have to start a new round. Get to the top of the tower to unravel huge riches! Come and experience “Beauty and Gorilla King” now! Related Published The Big Screen Gaming Summit, a new two-day event dedicated to PC, console, web3, VR, and AR games, will debut alongside Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki on October 1-2, 2024. One ticket, two events! This expansion of the world’s leading independent games conference series aims to provide a comprehensive forum for the evolving landscape of multi-platform game development. The dedicated summit will feature eight specialised tracks covering crucial industry topics, including market trends, UGC, live service games, discoverability, practical AI, and more. Each track will offer in-depth discussions, panels, and presentations from industry experts, providing attendees with valuable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and business strategies shaping the future of games. The summit will also explore emerging markets in Latin America, Asia, and MENA, which are expected to drive future player growth on PC and console platforms. “As the games industry continues to evolve, we recognise the continuing importance of PC and console platforms alongside mobile,” said Dave Bradley, COO of Steel Media. “The Big Screen Gaming Summit represents our commitment to serving the entire games industry, offering a unique opportunity for professionals to explore the challenges and opportunities across all major platforms.” The event will also host The Very Big Indie Pitch (PC + Console Edition), providing indie developers with a platform to showcase their projects to a panel of experts. This competition offers valuable feedback and exposure for up-and-coming developers in the PC and console space. Indie developers are encouraged to apply early, as spots are limited. Both the Big Screen Gaming Summit and Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki will take place at Wanha Satama, Helsinki, as part of the Finnish Games Week. Finland is famous for its mobile games, but it’s also home to renowned studios like Housemarque and Remedy Entertainment, showcasing the country’s strength in PC and console game development. Early bird tickets offering savings of over £300 are currently available, providing access to both events. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals, gain insights from leading experts, and explore the expo area. The event will also feature a MeetToMatch online meeting platform, facilitating valuable connections among participants. In addition to the main conference tracks, the summit will include roundtable discussions, networking events like Investor Connector and Publisher SpeedMatch, and a party in downtown Helsinki. 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