Cheap Trick didn’t want their only number-one song released

In the late ’70s and early ’80s, Cheap Trick saw a decent amount of fame, thanks to timeless tunes like “I Want You to Want Me”, “Voices”, “Dream Police”, and “Surrender”. Their distinctive sound, which stood out in the realm of rock and roll, served them remarkably well.

Mobile Game ‘Balatro’ Quietly Rakes in Millions

The mobile card-battling game called ‘Balatro’ has been generating buzz due to its unexpected financial triumph. Launched just this year, the game is said to have garnered approximately $4.4 million solely from mobile platforms. This amount doesn’t account for potential income from other editions, showcasing its popularity among players.

‘Sniper Elite’ Battle Royale Axed as Live-Service Games Face Doubt

It’s unfortunate to report that the expected ‘Sniper Elite’ battle royale game, titled ‘Project Archipelago: Sniper Battle Royale,’ has been scrapped due to Tencent, its funding partner, pulling out their support. This decision was likely made following the underwhelming success of PlayStation’s live-service title, ‘Concord,’ which has caused investors to be cautious about similar endeavors.

‘Star Wars: Hunters’ Expands to PC with New Features Next Year

Next year, Zynga’s free-to-play battle arena game called ‘Star Wars: Hunters’ is due to debut on PC. Currently accessible on mobile devices and Nintendo Switch, it will enter Steam Early Access on 27th January 2025. If you’re interested, you can register now for two upcoming playtests on Steam in December and January before its official release.

Russia Passes Crypto Tax Bill: Bitcoin Miners to Pay 13%-15% Tax on Revenues

As an analyst with over two decades of experience observing the intricate dance between technology and regulation, I find myself both encouraged and cautious about Russia’s recent crypto tax bill. On one hand, the move towards clarity and structure is undeniably positive, as it resolves long-standing ambiguities that have hampered legal proceedings involving crypto-related cases. … Read more

Volatility Shares Combines Crypto and Index Assets in New ETF Offerings

As a seasoned crypto investor with a knack for spotting innovative financial products, I find the new line of one-plus-one ETFs from Volatility Shares intriguing. The ability to simultaneously hold and trade two distinct assets without additional capital requirements is undeniably appealing. However, being burnt by my fair share of volatile crypto investments in the … Read more