Gaming
Winners unveiled for the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2023
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22 businesses and individuals were highlighted and celebrated in a night to remember for the global mobile games industry
This year’s Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards winners were announced during an exclusive ceremony on April 20th at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, London. The global games industry gathered for an evening of celebration to highlight and champion the very best business and individuals who are driving the $90 billion mobile games industry forward.
The Steel Media team is pleased to announce the winners and recipients of the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2023:
Pocket Gamer People’s Choice sponsored by AppGallery – Disney Mirrorverse (Kabam)
Best Advertising & UA Service sponsored by Enthusiast Gaming [JOINT WINNERS] – Unity Ads & AppLovin
Best Analytics / Data Tool – AppsFlyer
Best Developer sponsored by Coherence.io – Tripledot Studios
Best GAAS Tools & Tech – Photon
Best Audio / Visual Accomplishment – Candy Crush Saga (King)
Best Game Engine / Platform – Unity
Best Storytelling – Star Trek: Lower Decks (East Side Games)
Rising Star – Philippa Layburn
Best Tools Provider – Unity Gaming Services
Best Service Provider – Xsolla
Best Live Ops – Stumble Guys (Scopely)
Best QA & Localisation Service Provider – TransPerfect Gaming Solutions
Best Indie Developer sponsored by PocketGamer – Rusty Lake
Best PR / Marketing Team sponsored by PocketGamer.biz – King (Candy Crush Saga ’10 Years of Fun’ campaign)
Best Alternative App Store – AppGallery
Investment Fund of the Year – Play Ventures
Best Publisher sponsored by Pingle – Scopely
Most Promising AI Games Tech sponsored by Beyond Games – Solsten
Most Impactful Web3 Company sponsored by Raptor PR – ZEBEDEE
Game of the Year sponsored by Tilting Point [JOINT WINNERS] – Marvel Snap (Nuverse) & Subway Surfers Tag (Sybo)
Mobile Legend – Nour Khrais (Maysalward)
This year’s Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards winners were announced during an exclusive ceremony on April 20th at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, London. The global games industry gathered for an evening of celebration to highlight and champion the very best business and individuals who are driving the $90 billion mobile games industry forward.
Steel Media CEO Chris James presented a total of 22 categories throughout the evening and was understandably excited and enthused about the current state of the mobile games industry:
“This is always one of my absolute favourite nights of the year – and 2023’s edition certainly didn’t disappoint! I really love the chance to connect with friends old and new and celebrate the incredible achievements of these companies and individuals in this amazing mobile games industry – the only shame is that we can’t give everyone a prize!
Whilst there’s been a little doom and gloom from some quarters after the games industry’s first contraction in 2022, tonight showed the mobile industry is actually stronger than ever and showcased the spirit, enthusiasm, creativity and raw talent that will ensure our future is very bright (and we’ll break the $100 billion barrier very soon!”.
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Aviamasters™ 2
New Aviamasters™ 2 from BGaming Drives Larger Payouts
Rapidly expanding content provider fuels up for another high-flying hit in this groundbreaking sequel
Popular iGaming content provider BGaming is taking to the skies once again for the sequel to its award-winning Aviamasters
casual game, Aviamasters
2.
The organic growth of Aviamasters
, which made it BGaming’s biggest #Casual viral hit, inspired the decision to make the sequel. The game sees Aviamasters
soar to new heights, with improved graphics, exciting new features, and an increased maximum multiplier, which has quadrupled from x250 to x1,000.
Aviamasters
became famous across streaming platforms worldwide, with streamers and players shouting “LAND!” as they watched their planes stack up wins mid-flight. These core landing mechanics remain the same in the sequel. Players watch as their plane flies through the sky, gathering wins and collecting multipliers, all while trying to avoid dangerous obstacles and land safely.
Four booster symbols can be picked up during any flight, while the Buy Bonus mode, known as the Safe Landing feature, can guarantee a landing for x50 the player’s stake. Players should be aware that Safe Landing increases their stake on each spin and can be deactivated at any time.
Aviamasters
found success with the streaming community, and BGaming has tapped into this relationship during the creative process for Aviamasters
2. Selected streamers have provided feedback on the gameplay, ensuring it exceeds the high standards set by the original.
Aviamasters
2 also tweaks the sound and visuals to appeal to a wider audience. These changes make the game more casual-looking, inviting players to enjoy its fast rounds and unpredictable features. Like the original, it will be added to BGaming’s #Casual portfolio.
It is not just players and streamers who will benefit from Aviamasters
2. The game can also be customised to reflect operator branding, providing the title with a wide reach and high marketing potential. The original game delivered viral moments that converted into traffic and big hits for operators, and the sequel promises more of the same.
Vasili Pauliuchenko, Game Producer at BGaming, said, “The first Aviamasters
was a massive hit for us, with players loving its signature “LAND!” mechanics. With Aviamasters
2, we have kept everything that players loved about the original title and improved upon it.
The game is bigger and better than its predecessor, building on its success with greater winning potential and even more gameplay features. We can’t wait to hear even more shouts of “LAND!” coming from players when the sequel hits casino lobbies.”
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Codere Online
RubyPlay and Codere Online join forces to elevate gaming offering in Mexico
RubyPlay, the studio-based content ecosystem, has strengthened its footprint in Mexico through a new partnership with Codere Online (Nasdaq: CDRO), one of the country’s leading digital sports betting and casino operators.
The collaboration sees Codere Online integrate a broad selection of RubyPlay’s most popular titles, including player favourites such as J Mania® Loco Habanero, Grand Express Diamond Class, and Zeus Rush Fever® Deluxe SE. The deal also incorporates content from Koala Games, one of the fastest-growing studios within RubyPlay’s ecosystem, featuring hits like Voltage Blitz® Rapid and Voltage Blitz® Vortex. Codere Online will gain ongoing access to additional content from RubyPlay’s wider studio network as new titles are released.
This partnership reinforces RubyPlay’s expansion across the LATAM region, where its content has been performing strongly with multiple leading brands. At the heart of this growth is RubyPlay’s multi-layered content ecosystem, designed to deliver a diverse and tailored portfolio while benefiting operators of all sizes. The model enables faster delivery cycles, greater portfolio variety, and improved responsiveness to both operator needs and evolving player preferences.
Dima Reiderman, CCO at RubyPlay, commented:
“Partnering with Codere Online represents a significant milestone in our expansion across Mexico and the wider LATAM region. The operator’s strong brand recognition and vast customer base make them an ideal partner to reach even more players. Through our studio-based ecosystem, including Koala Games and Mad Hat Games, we can deliver market-focused content to support Codere Online’s evolving strategy in Mexico and LATAM.”
Sarit Adania, Head of Casino Product at Codere Online, added:
“RubyPlay’s consistently high-performing titles will be a significant addition to our online casino offering in Mexico. By integrating content from both RubyPlay and Koala Games, we are diversifying our portfolio and continuing to deliver the engaging, premium experiences our players expect.”
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François LaFlamme
Motorola Becomes the Official Smartphone Partner of FIFA Heroes Game
Motorola, a Lenovo company, has become the official smartphone partner of the recently announced FIFA Heroes game, published by Solace. FIFA Heroes is an arcade-style, 5-a-side football title that, for the first time, features real players, mascots and fictional IP characters on the same pitch. This partnership brings together Motorola’s cutting-edge mobile technology and the game’s immersive gaming experience, creating a seamless experience for fans to enjoy the world’s most popular sport in a fun and interactive way.
As the official smartphone partner for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Motorola is committed to bringing the excitement of the tournament directly into consumers’ hands. FIFA Heroes delivers on that promise, offering fans innovative, mobile-first experiences that keep them connected to this unique moment in time.
With this partnership, Motorola’s presence will extend across multiple touchpoints. Motorola will appear directly within the FIFA Heroes game, and many upcoming Motorola smartphones will include instant access to the newest FIFA-licensed mobile game. Fans can also download the game from the Google Play Store, making it simple to play from anywhere.
All Motorola users will gain access to exclusive in-game content designed just for them, including power up tokens and gems, game emotes, a retro razr goal celebration, playable characters, and more. This content is part of a broader collaboration that will unfold through a series of global activations, leading up to and throughout the FIFA World Cup 26, giving fans around the globe new ways to connect with the action, on and off the pitch.
Beyond the content itself, the partnership introduces a gaming experience designed specifically for the brand new razr fold, redefining what a foldable form factor can bring to the gaming space. This exclusive experience optimizes the device’s large 8.1″ unfolded display so that players get an expanded view of the pitch that keeps the action fully in focus. Plus, the extra screen space makes it so that controls can sit comfortably below gameplay for an unobstructed display, and also gives players the flexibility to customise their layout for optimal ergonomics.
“This collaboration goes beyond gaming—it’s about delivering an experience that feels faster, smoother, and more connected for every fan. By working closely with Solace and FIFA, we’ve optimized FIFA Heroes for Motorola devices so players get the best possible performance right out of the box. It’s a powerful way to show how our technology enhances the way people play, connect, and experience entertainment, and we’re excited to share even more in the months ahead,” said François LaFlamme, Chief Marketing Officer at Motorola.
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