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The Verge: Fortnite and Roblox are dueling for the future of user-built games
APRIL 7, 2023 — We’re racing toward a world where Fortnite and Roblox could rival Steam and the App Store in terms of the size of their game libraries. Both have growing ecosystems of millions of players who build and spend time in custom battle royales, chat rooms, and all kinds of other games. We’re looking at the fight for what could be the next YouTube.
Gamefam Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023
MARCH 2, 2023 — Gamefam, a leading metaverse game developer and publisher that creates connected experiences with the largest gaming communities and well-known brands, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” for 2023.
SpongeBob SquarePants and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Join Roblox with Paramount and Gamefam Partnership
FEB. 14, 2023 — Leading game developer Gamefam today announced its partnership with Paramount Consumer Products and Nickelodeon to bring two beloved fan-favorite franchises, SpongeBob SquarePants – the most-watched animated series for almost two decades – and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – one of the most popular kids’ franchises – to Roblox.
NFL, Saweetie, Intuit bring first-ever Super Bowl concert to Roblox
FEB. 2, 2023 — Today, the National Football League announced plans for the Saweetie Super Bowl Concert Presented by Intuit on Roblox. Starring Warner Records hip-hop artist Saweetie, the free virtual concert will be an official part of the NFL's Super Bowl LVII event line-up. It will take place in Warner Music Group's Rhythm City, a first-of-its-kind music-themed social roleplay experience on Roblox that was announced earlier this week.
Warner Music Group Announces the Launch of Rhythm City, Its First Persistent Music Experience on Roblox
JAN. 30, 2023 — Warner Music Group, the global music and entertainment company, announced the launch of Rhythm City, a first-of-its-kind music-themed social roleplay experience on Roblox. Developed in partnership with Gamefam, a leading gaming and content company across metaverse platforms, Rhythm City will introduce users to artists and music through social roleplay and provide them access to a collection of digital items sold exclusively on Roblox.
BUILD-A-BEAR TYCOON GAME BY GAMEFAM LAUNCHES ON ROBLOX BRINGING ICONIC EXPERIENCE TO LIFE IN THE METAVERSE
DEC. 14, 2022 — Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), today announced its next launch into the Metaverse with the release of its new virtual community space, Build-A-Bear Tycoon, on Roblox, one of the most popular global online platforms. In partnership with Gamefam, the professional developer and publisher of experiences on Roblox, the company has created a digital world where users can build their own fantastical Build-A-Bear universe and experience the brand in a completely new way.
Sonic Prime Netflix Series to Premiere on Roblox in Developer Gamefam’s Sonic Speed Simulator
DEC. 9, 2022 — Join Sonic fans around the world to catch the world premiere of Sonic Prime, exclusively on Roblox in Sonic Speed Simulator. The celebration will include an advanced preview of episode 1, UGC giveaways, the return of highly requested “Kunoichi Amy” event, opportunities to participate in the New Yoke City Tag Arena, and more!
Gamefam 2022: Leading Metaverse Gaming Company Celebrates Record-Breaking Performance
DEC. 5, 2022 — Gamefam is the leading gaming and content company across metaverse platforms reaching Gen Z audiences with live operated original games, virtual concerts, and experiences that connect brands with new audiences. With top-performing titles and branded experiences within Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite, the company announced CY2022 as its most successful year yet achieving more than 275% year-over-year revenue growth and over 18 million daily global gameplay sessions. This further supports the company's goal to create the next generation of super-hit franchises from within the metaverse.
MONSTER JAM ROARS INTO ROBLOX WITH 'CAR DEALERSHIP TYCOON'
NOV. 16, 2022 — Monster Jam®, the most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today, announced its foray into the metaverse. Alongside Spin Master, a global children’s entertainment company and Monster Jam’s global toy partner, and leading Roblox developer, Gamefam, the larger-than-life Monster Jam brand roared its way into the leading car game on Roblox for a 4-week integration.
Festival Tycoon from The Chainsmokers Charts as #1 Branded Music Experience on Roblox
NOV. 8, 2022 — Gamefam, a leading Roblox developer and publisher announced today that the company’s most recent launch, Festival Tycoon, created in partnership with The Chainsmokers, Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment, is the most popular branded music experience on the platform with over 18M visits in less than a month. The Chainsmokers Concert Experience celebrated the launch of the game and became the all-time, highest-rated concert performance in the history of the Roblox platform. Festival Tycoon by The Chainsmokers, allows players to extend their enjoyment from the concert with a gameplay experience that gives them the opportunity to build their own music festivals complete with pyrotechnics, merch booths, backstage VIP areas, amusement park rides, and more.
Gamefam Takes Home Two Awards at 2022 Roblox Innovation Awards for the Builderman Award of Excellence and Best Audio Design
SEPT. 13, 2022 — Gamefam Takes Home Two Awards at 2022 Roblox Innovation Awards for the Builderman Award of Excellence and Best Audio Design
The Chainsmokers Celebrate Launch of Festival Tycoon, a Persistent Metaverse World, with a Virtual Concert Experience on Roblox
SEPT. 6, 2022 — Today, Grammy® Award-winning and global chart-topping duo The Chainsmokers launched Festival Tycoon, the first persistent, 24/7, 365 days a year, progression-based artist experience on Roblox. Inspired by their creative process behind building some of the world’s most iconic music festival performances, The Chainsmokers are giving fans everywhere an inside look at what goes into creating their signature festivals and concerts.
Gamefam Teams Up with SEGA to Bring Sonic the Hedgehog to the Roblox Platform for the First Time
APR. 13, 2022 — Leading professional game developer and publisher Gamefam, in collaboration with SEGA of America, Inc., today announced the launch of Sonic Speed Simulator, an all-new game featuring SEGA’s entertainment icon, Sonic the Hedgehog. The game is now available on the Roblox platform and marks the first time that a world-renowned, AAA gaming character has been officially featured on Roblox.
Gamefam Closes $25M Series A Raise, Fueling Studio's Rapid Growth
MARCH 23, 2022 — Gamefam, the leading game publisher and developer on Roblox, today announced a $25M Series A led by Konvoy Ventures, with participation from Play Ventures, Makers Fund, Bessemer Venture Partners and Galaxy Interactive.
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