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Krafton Announces Plans for New Game Franchise Following PUBG

South Korean game developer Krafton has revealed plans to develop a new game franchise following the success of its PUBG series. The company announced at its recent investor day event that the new intellectual property (IP) is scheduled for release around 2025. This initiative is part of Krafton's broader strategy to diversify its gaming portfolio beyond the PUBG brand, which has achieved significant global popularity. The new franchise aims to capitalize on Krafton's experience in creating large-scale multiplayer games, potentially setting the stage for another major entrant in the gaming market. While details about the game’s genre or gameplay remain undisclosed, Krafton’s announcement signals its intent to maintain and expand its presence in the global gaming industry.

Aegis Insights • Apr 18, 2019 • 1 min read
Regulation

New U.S. Gaming Rules Set to Restrict Blackjack and Card Game Payouts Starting April 1

A regulatory change taking effect on April 1 will cap payouts for blackjack and similar card games at a maximum of three times the wager plus the original bet, threatening the availability of many popular card variants in licensed casinos across the United States. The American Gaming Association alongside state gaming regulators has introduced this rule to limit the volatility and risk exposure of chance-based card games. This new payout limit targets games where outcomes are primarily influenced by chance rather than player skill, affecting multiple blackjack versions and comparable games. Casino operators have voiced concerns that such restrictions could necessitate the removal of these games, potentially impacting gaming revenues and reducing consumer choices. As the effective date approaches, stakeholders in the U.S. casino industry are assessing the implications of these regulations on both operational flexibility and player engagement.

Aegis Insights • Oct 02, 2018 • 1 min read
Technology Marketing

Generation Z Continues to Embrace DVDs and Retro Video Games Despite Digital Trends

Younger generations, notably Generation Z, are showing a distinct interest in physical media formats such as DVDs and retro video games even as digital streaming platforms dominate mainstream consumption. This trend is noteworthy given the prevalent narrative that digital access should render physical media obsolete. Instead, DVDs and older gaming systems remain popular, appealing for their tactile experience and collectible nature. The appeal of physical media to these younger consumers is multifaceted. It includes an appreciation for ownership and permanence that digital content lacks, as well as a nostalgic connection to past media formats. Many also value the hunt and acquisition of rare or unique physical items, which contributes to a broader retro gaming and media culture resurgence. This phenomenon impacts sales and consumer behavior within the retro gaming market and physical media industries, suggesting that despite technological advances, physical formats maintain cultural and economic relevance among youth. As such, physical media is positioned not only as a nostalgic artifact but also as a continuing market segment driven by the tastes and values of contemporary youth.

Aegis Insights • Feb 20, 2018 • 1 min read
Regulation

Colorado Supreme Court Rules Daily Fantasy Sports Are Not Subject to State Gambling Laws

The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that daily fantasy sports companies are not subject to Colorado’s laws regulating gambling, limiting regulatory oversight by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission. This decision stems from a legal challenge regarding the commission’s authority to regulate daily fantasy sports operators within the state. The court concluded that daily fantasy sports do not fall under the state’s definition of gambling, thereby excluding these companies from gaming control regulation. The ruling has significant implications for the daily fantasy sports industry in Colorado, clarifying the legal status and regulatory boundaries for these businesses in the state.

Aegis Insights • Mar 14, 2017 • 1 min read