The Colling Media Snapshot Survey was conducted on October 19-20, 2020 and canvassed 550 adults 18+ from throughout the United States. The study's purpose was to determine to what extent the pandemic has changed attitudes and behaviors about patronizing movie theaters, subscribing to streaming video services and purchasing gaming consoles. Top findings of the … [Read more...] about Bad News for Movie Theater Industry: Moviegoers May Not Return After Pandemic
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Marshawn Lynch Joins Big Run Studios to Launch Special Beast Mode Tournament on Skillz
Hit mobile games developer and publisher Big Run Studios, in collaboration with leading mobile games platform Skillz, today announced a new partnership with NFL running back and Super Bowl Champion Marshawn Lynch. To celebrate the one-year anniversary of Blackout Bingo, the top bingo game on the App Store, Lynch is working with Big Run Studios to run a 72-hour … [Read more...] about Marshawn Lynch Joins Big Run Studios to Launch Special Beast Mode Tournament on Skillz
Rivers Casino Philadelphia Celebrates 10 Years as Philly’s First Casino
Philadelphia is known for its firsts — America’s first zoo, first library and first Thanksgiving Day parade, to name a few. Rivers Casino Philadelphia is proud to also be on the list — as Philly’s first casino. On Wednesday, Sept. 23, Rivers Casino will mark its 10th anniversary on Delaware Avenue. What began as SugarHouse Casino 10 years ago was later rebranded as Rivers … [Read more...] about Rivers Casino Philadelphia Celebrates 10 Years as Philly’s First Casino
EA SPORTS Unveils “The Yard,” A New Backyard Football-Inspired Experience Coming to Madden NFL 21
oday, EA SPORTS announced a brand-new way to play in Madden NFL 21 with The Yard - a fun, dynamic mode for players to experience backyard football with fast-paced, small-sided gameplay. In this exciting new feature, players will be able to create a custom, one-of-a-kind avatar to outfit in gear, unlike any seen in Madden NFL before; pull off game changing … [Read more...] about EA SPORTS Unveils “The Yard,” A New Backyard Football-Inspired Experience Coming to Madden NFL 21
Esportz Network Signs Hall of Fame Broadcaster Chris Puckett to Host New Esports Entertainment Talk Show, “The Gamer Hour”
he 30-minute weekly show, which starts filming at the iconic New York City Times Square Reuters Studio in mid-September, will feature interviews with celebrities from traditional sports, musicians, comedians, and movie stars who enjoy gaming along with intriguing gameplay, new game reveals, and expert reviews. In what promises to be the most unique and exciting half hour in … [Read more...] about Esportz Network Signs Hall of Fame Broadcaster Chris Puckett to Host New Esports Entertainment Talk Show, “The Gamer Hour”
Allied Esports Announces Latest Event in Riot Games’ VALORANT Ignition Series: Allied Esports Odyssey August 11-16
Allied Esports has announced its participation in the VALORANT Ignition Series, Riot Games’ first official tournament series for the popular game, with the creation of Allied Esports Odyssey. The €15,000 online European tournament, which will be produced from Allied Esports’ HyperX Esports Studio in Hamburg, Germany, will run August 11-16 with each daily match live streamed … [Read more...] about Allied Esports Announces Latest Event in Riot Games’ VALORANT Ignition Series: Allied Esports Odyssey August 11-16
New Evolution of Aristocrat Technologies’ Dragon Link to make World Premiere at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
A new evolution of Aristocrat Technologies’ fan-favorite game Dragon Link has made its world premiere at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. The property is the first to receive the newest iteration of the game which offers high- and mid-denomination bets and a larger linked or standalone jackpot. Aristocrat Technologies announced today the world premiere of the … [Read more...] about New Evolution of Aristocrat Technologies’ Dragon Link to make World Premiere at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
MGM Resorts International Names William J. Hornbuckle Chief Executive Officer
The MGM Resorts International Board of Directors today announced that William (Bill) J. Hornbuckle has been elected as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately. Hornbuckle has been serving the company as Acting CEO and President since March 2020. He succeeds former Chairman and CEO Jim Murren, who stepped down earlier this year. Hornbuckle was also appointed … [Read more...] about MGM Resorts International Names William J. Hornbuckle Chief Executive Officer
How To Take Part In Comic-Con@Home July 22-26, 2020
San Diego Comic Convention (Comic-Con), the world's premier event of its kind, today announced details of its first-ever virtual event, Comic-Con@Home. For the first time in its 50-year history, Comic-Con organizers were forced to make the heartbreaking decision to cancel the annual celebration of comics and pop culture. Soon after the cancelation, they announced an online … [Read more...] about How To Take Part In Comic-Con@Home July 22-26, 2020
Rivers Casino Philadelphia Announces Reopening Date July 17
Rivers Casino Philadelphia has announced that it will reopen on Friday, July 17, at 9 a.m., following a four-month shutdown to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The reopening of Rivers Casino Philadelphia has been planned in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). On reopening, the casino will have new hours of … [Read more...] about Rivers Casino Philadelphia Announces Reopening Date July 17