When did Rupert and Nick Loman establish Eurogamer Network?
Rupert and Nick Loman established Eurogamer Network in 1999. Their flagship website, Eurogamer, opened its doors on the 4th of September 1999.
Questions about Gamer Network
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who acquired Gamer Network on the 26th of February 2018?
ReedPop acquired Gamer Network on the 26th of February 2018. Simon Maxwell became managing director while Rupert Loman remained chief executive officer until he left the company in February 2020 after ReedPop took full control.
Which brands joined the network between 1999 and 2017?
Eurogamer launched as the primary outlet alongside the company's founding in 1999. GamesIndustry.biz joined the network in 2002 to cover industry business news and Rock Paper Shotgun partnered with Eurogamer Network in 2010 before acquisition in 2017.
What happened to Dicebreaker following the sale of Gamer Network in May 2024?
Dicebreaker closed without public comment in June 2024 following the sale. Dicebreaker staff reported redundancy in June 2024 following the IGN Entertainment takeover after hosting the Tabletop Awards since 2022.
Why did VG247 retract their preview of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End in October 2015?
VG247 retracted their preview of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End in October 2015 because the publisher contacted the site to reveal they had played Uncharted 2: Among Thieves instead. An apology followed after this error damaged industry credibility.