Game Informer Revived by Neill Blomkamp's Studio, Entire Team Returns

Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts: Game Informer, the beloved gaming publication, is making a triumphant return just over six months after its closure by GameStop in August 2024. The entire team is back, and they're ready to dive into the world of gaming once again. In a heartfelt 'Letter From the Editor,' Game Informer's Editor-In-Chief, Matt Miller, announced that Gunzilla Games has acquired the rights to Game Informer from GameStop. Gunzilla Games, known for their free-to-play extraction battle royale game, Off the Grid, which is currently in Early Access, and their blockchain ecosystem, GunZ, is now the proud owner of this iconic gaming media outlet. Additionally, the team at Gunzilla includes Neill Blomkamp, the acclaimed director of District 9 and Chappie, who serves as the company's chief creative officer and co-founder.

Game Informer is back! The entire team is returning and we can't wait to reconnect. Come join us to celebrate the best in games, the people who make games, and the people who play games from around the world.

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Miller emphasized that Gunzilla Games is committed to maintaining Game Informer's independence. The new owners have insisted that the editorial team retains full control over content decisions, ensuring that Game Informer remains a trusted and unbiased source of gaming news and reviews. Operating under the new entity, Game Informer Inc., the publication is set to continue its over 30-year legacy without missing a beat. The team has prepared "dozens" of new reviews for games released during their hiatus, along with their Best of 2024 awards, ensuring no gap in coverage.

Fans of the print magazine will be thrilled to know that it's also making a comeback, albeit at a later date. Miller shared the team's ambition to make the print edition "bigger and better than it was before." In the coming weeks, Game Informer plans to introduce membership and subscription benefits, expand their video, streaming, and feature coverage, and collaborate with a broader range of experts and partners to enrich their content.

For those eager to stay updated, creating a new Game Informer account is the way to go. Early benefits include access to the Game Informer Magazine Archive, an exclusive weekly newsletter, Dark Mode, and Early-Bird Founder Access. This is a fantastic opportunity for gaming fans to reconnect with one of the most respected voices in the industry.