Discovery Game Studios launched

Discovery Game Studios launched to license games based on its various shows

Discovery, Inc., the owner of channels such as TLC, Animal Planet, and of course Discovery Channel, has launched Discovery Game Studios. The new studio will handle licensing and distribution of any games based on the company’s various channels and properties

Cable channels like the Discovery Channel, TLC, and HGTV may not be what people think of as prime material to turn into video games. However, the newly formed studio already has 12 games currently out on the market. These games include titles such as Discovery #MINDBLOWNDiesel Brothers: Truck Building Simulator, Red Crimes, Wheeler Deals, and Street Outlaws.

Of course, games based on Discovery properties that are currently under development will also be released under the studio. These include games based on shows such as Deadliest Catch, Moonshiners, and Naked & Afraid.

“We are always working to find new and exciting ways to interact with our fans and give them more content from their favorite shows,” states Discovery, Inc. director of marketing and digital products Matt Bonaccorso. “Whether it’s exploring the world’s harshest environments or most stunning animal life, or investigating true crimes or perfect dress options, Discovery Game Studios is focused on creating innovative and interactive experiences that not only build upon the success of our series, but also surprise and delight our fans.”

As mentioned, Discovery Game Studios will focus mostly on licensing properties for games on PC, mobile, and console, as well as international distribution of these games. The set up for the studio is similar to that of Marvel Games. As with Discovery Game Studios, Marvel Games also focuses on licensing and distribution of games based on Marvel’s properties. However, Marvel don’t actually do any development itself.

Of course, Discovery’s properties don’t exactly have the same kind of pop culture cachet as Marvel’s. That said, the fact that games have been developed based on these shows demonstrates that there is a market for these types of experiences. Additionally, Discover is also better-positioned than most when it comes to educational games aimed at children and adults alike.

Upcoming Releases
Inspired by the beauty of the natural world around us, Everwild is a brand-new game in development from Rare where unique and unforgettable experiences await in a natural and magical world. Play as an Eternal as you explore and build bonds with the world around you.
Kindred Fates is an open world monster battling RPG, and a love letter to the monster battle genre. Our goal is to evolve the genre, and finally bring fans what they've been asking for.
Embark on an inspiring mission of human connection beyond the UCA. Sam — with companions by his side — sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction. Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected?
Star Citizen is an upcoming space trading and combat simulator video game for Microsoft Windows. Star Citizen will consist of two main components: first person space combat and trading in a massively multiplayer persistent universe and customizable private servers (known as Star Citizen), and a branching single-player game (known as Squadron 42). The game will also feature VR support.
Reviews
9 REDMAGIC 10 Pro Review
With a new Snapdragon processor comes a new REDMAGIC 10 Pro phone incorporating it. For those gamers or power users…
X