MGN Global | World's No. 1 Game QA & Publishing Support

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From Vision to Victory: NEXT GEN GAME QA

MGN Global provides enterprise-grade QA, development, and design on PC, Playstation, Xbox, Switch, Mobile, VR, metaverse, and more.

Intel Heavy, Data Driven, Globally Aware

In a world where complexity slows progress, our approach is simple. A clear vision, precise execution, and an obsession with quality drive everything we do.

With a focus on excellence and strategic collaboration, we de-risk games into high-retention titles that drive strong revenue in today's competitive gaming industry.

Founded in 2024, MGN is a dynamic umbrella organization bringing together world-class QA experts, data analysts, and business strategists. Our expertise empowers the next generation of gaming leaders with the market intelligence, operational support, and player insights most studios lack—and no one does it better.

MGN is in active collaboration or contact with over 50 studios worldwide, including teams in Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and several U.S. states.

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Week of August 16th, 2025

A recap of key industry events & game launches.

Microsoft Gaming layoffs deepen
In a fourth major restructuring, Microsoft Gaming (including Xbox, ZeniMax, King) cut as many as 9,100 jobs—around 4% of its global workforce. Multiple high-profile titles, including Perfect Dark and Everwild, were canceled, and The Initiative studio was closed.

Steam And itch.io Purge Adult Games
Thousands of adult-themed titles were removed after payment processors enforced content restrictions. Developers warned this sets a precedent for censorship via financial control.

Industry Layoffs Continue
Ubisoft and Embracer Group confirmed workforce reductions totaling around 500 positions combined, as part of ongoing restructuring efforts.
Steam Summer Sale Breaks New Record
Valve's annual Steam Summer Sale posted record user engagement and revenue, with over 35 million concurrent users during peak weekend traffic.

Regulator Scrutiny On Player Safety Intensifies
The game industry is prioritizing online harassment and safety issues amid new regulations like the EU’s Digital Services Act.

Upcoming Coverage
Icons David Hayter and Maggie Robertson will host the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2025 (Aug 20–24) featuring world premieres and developer interviews from Capcom, EA, Bandai Namco, NACON, and more.

Gaming Industry Approaches $190 Billion In Revenue
Newzoo’s Q2 market update pegs 2025 global gaming revenue at $188.9 billion, up 3.4% from 2024. The global games market is estimated to surpass $200 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 3.3%.

New Releases

Big names. Bigger worlds.

1. Wander Stars (Delayed)
Release Date: ~~August 1, 2025~~
A space-themed roguelite with multiplayer co-op missions and character-driven storytelling.

2. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2
Release Date: August 1, 2025
The anime-based arena fighter returns with new story arcs and refined combat mechanics on multiple platforms.

3. Gradius Origins
Release Date: August 7, 2025
A compilation of classic arcade shooters with modern upgrades like save states, rewind, and training modes.

4. Tiny Bookshop
Release Date: August 7, 2025
A cozy indie sim that has players running a mobile bookshop business across scenic locations.

5. Mafia: The Old Country
Release Date: August 8, 2025
The period-set Mafia prequel features narrative-driven open-world gameplay in early 1900s Sicily.

6. Drag × Drive
Release Date: August 14, 2025

A unique wheelchair basketball-inspired motion-controlled sports game launching on Switch 2.

7. Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater
Release Date: August 28, 2025
A high-profile remake of the fan-favorite stealth classic with modern visuals and enhanced gameplay across major platforms.

Company Events

Partnerships, mergers, and major milestones. It’s been a high-velocity start to the year.

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03 July 2025

New Partnerships, New Identity

We’re in talks with several high-profile studios to expand our network and bring even more groundbreaking games to life. MGN’s fiscal-year project mix has shifted substantially: 60% PC, 40% mobile.

To reflect our growing international footprint and evolving client base, MGN-Live is now MGN Global. No changes to existing agreements, services, or points of contact—everything continues as usual under the new name.

19 June 2025

QA Team Crushes Another Milestone

Our Quality Assurance team just closed another high-impact project, flagging 372 issues pre-launch. Their precision helps ensure that every game we touch reaches players at its absolute best.

02 April 2025

Expanding Our Leadership Core

We’ve welcomed three new professionals to the MGN Group:

Vasudev Stringer, Senior Data Analyst
Marion Missnapple, QA Localization (FR)
Deven Govender, VC Investment & Strategy

Careers

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DOOM: The Game That Changed Everything

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05/20/2025

A short dive into why DOOM isn’t just a classic, but the greatest turning point in video game history—and what today’s developers can still learn from its bold vision.

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Where Games Become Businesses^™

Strategic partnerships are the key to global success. At MGN, we work with ambitious developers to ensure their games reach maximum turnover, maximum retention, and maximum impact.

We’ve helped dozens of companies avoid collapse, implemented turnaround strategies that generated millions in revenue, and scaled studios from small teams into industry contenders.