Epic Aims to Boost Originality in Fortnite’s Creator Ecosystem

Epic aims to boost originality in Fortnite’s creator ecosystem

Creators believe new Fortnite updates, including a moderation "similarity score," will help fix the platform's persistent copycat issues.

From fatwas to ‘Fortnite’: Saudi Arabia’s $38-billion play to rule esports

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — With the Esports World Cup quickly approaching, the office of the foundation organizing the tournament was buzzing with employees running qualifying matches and finalizing the opening ceremony of the competition with a $70-million prize pool. The seven-week event starting July 8 is at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s bid to dominate the world of competitive gaming and the video game industry at large. Mike McCabe, the veteran g…

From fatwas to 'Fortnite': Saudi Arabia's $38-billion play to rule esports

With the Esports World Cup quickly approaching, the office of the foundation organizing the tournament was buzzing with employees running qualifying matches and finalizing the opening ceremony of the competition with a $70-million prize pool.

From fatwas to ‘FORTNITE’: Saudi Arabia’s $38-billion play to rule esports.

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Dubai Gaming Program Attracts 60+ New Companies Since Launch, Targets $1 Billion GDP Boost by 2033

Since the program’s launch in November 2023, more than 60 new companies have established a presence in Dubai The Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 (DPG33) announced today that Dubai has become home to more than 350 companies, with 260 of them categorized as specialized game developers, contributing overall to a global industry valued at $200 billion. Since the program’s launch in November 2023, more than 60 new companies have established a presence …