Warner Bros Games Refocuses With Leadership Changes
(WBD) has reorganized its games division to focus on strong properties. This has resulted in a restructuring of the company's game developers to focus on four core series: Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Mortal Kombat, and DC.
Confident Investing Starts Here:
Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions
Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter
The restructuring has resulted in leadership changes, with Warner Bros. Games Montreal studio head Yves Lachance taking on the role of Senior Vice President for the Harry Potter and Game of Thrones series. NetherRealm studio head Shaun Himmerick has become the Senior Vice President who oversees games in the Mortal Kombat and DC series. Warner Bros. Games New York studio head Steven Flenory has been named the Senior Vice President of Game and Publishing Technology, Customer Service, Quality Assurance, and User Research.
JB Perrette, Warner Bros' CEO of Global Streaming & Games at, said, 'We are optimizing our team structure to develop long-term franchise roadmaps to delight players and fans of Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Mortal Kombat and DC games.'
Warner Bros Games is undergoing these changes as its parent company prepares for a split. This will result in Streaming & Studios staying at one company, while the other handles its Global Networks business. Warner Bros Games will be included in the Streaming & Studios company. Both of these companies will be publicly traded.
Is WBD Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?
Turning to Wall Street, the analysts' consensus rating for Warner Bros is Moderate Buy, based on 10 Buy and eight Hold ratings over the past three months. With that comes an average WBD stock price target of $12.31, representing a potential 16.46% upside for the shares.
See more WBD stock analyst ratings
Disclaimer & Disclosure Report an Issue
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Geek Dad
37 minutes ago
- Geek Dad
A GeekDad Game Guide for the Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup has generated a lot of conversation in online gaming circles. There are younger fans who, rightly, expect a robust and expansive assortment of hot new titles to accompany a fresh console. Then there are those of us who lived through the Nintendo 64 release and its /checks notes/ two North American launch games. With a selection including a pair of new Nintendo offerings, two special Switch 2 Upgrade Packs for beloved Zelda titles, a dozen or so third-party games, and a smattering of other free upgrades and new additions to the Nintendo Classics library, I've found the Switch 2 launch library more than adequate for my gaming needs. While I haven't yet played everything available on the Nintendo Switch 2, between demos, special events, and my own personal library, I have experience with the majority. As such, I'd like to take a moment to spotlight my favorite launch games on my new favorite system. Freebies First and foremost, anyone picking up a Switch 2 around launch likely already has a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass subscription. (For the record, I'd recommend anyone in the Switch ecosystem pick up a sub, specifically the eight-person/$79.99 annual family membership. The 'family' in question can literally just be you and seven friends.) If so, your first three downloads should be the following bundled freebies: The Upgrade Packs boast improved framerates, load times, resolutions, and textures, breathing new life into your favorite open-world LoZ titles. Currently, only three GameCube games are available, but F-Zero GX , Soulcalibur II , and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker are all proper bangers, and more GC goodness is on the way. First-Party/Family Fun When it comes to my pick for first-party Nintendo products and suggestions for outstanding family gaming, the answer is the same, and it's not likely to surprise anyone. I've been a believer in Mario Kart World since I first put my hands on the Switch 2 earlier this year, and now that I have the game on my own system, I simply cannot get enough. The newest iteration of Nintendo's iconic kart racer franchise has everything you'd expect—fierce Grand Prix competition, Battle modes, robust multiplayer support, and all your preferred vehicle types—plus so much more! Supporting up to 24 drivers (representing dozens of characters with tons of unlockable costumes), everything from the standout new Knockout Tour to the open roads connecting courses is lively and lush. Whether you're grinding rails Tony Hawk -style, bouncing off walls, or just exploring the free-roaming environments with friends, Mario Kart World is everything a console launch game should be. A single Switch 2 system supports two- to four-player Multiplayer, two-player Online Play, and two-player Wireless, giving you plenty of bang for your buck even outside of the robust Single Player—comprised of Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, Time Trials, Vs Race, and Battle. But don't neglect Free Roaming, a whole new type of Mario Kart experience that is alternately meditative and madcap thanks to a combination of wide open spaces and cleverly hidden mini-games. For the non-gamers in your clan, smart steering and auto-accelerate options help to level the playing field for first-timers, and the larger footprint of the Joy-Con 2 controllers makes single Joy-Con play a much more inviting option. Enabling tilt controls and using the Joy-Con 2 Wheel accessory is a further step up, but nothing can compare to the freedom and precision of dual Joy-Con 2/Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller play. Yeah, Mario Kart World is an early system standout. Truly an earth-shattering opinion from yours truly. What may surprise you, however, is this addendum; also pick up Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour . I realize that this title's $9.99 price tag is nearly as polarizing as MKW 's $79.99, but I'm recommending it anyway. Though mostly billed as a single-player exploration of the Switch 2 hardware, my family has found Welcome Tour to be an amazing shared gaming experience. From challenging each other to complete a tiny pixel-perfect recreation of Super Mario Bros. World 1-1 as it slowly stretches across the living room television to using a combined 10 fingers to test the multi-touch interface of the Switch 2's screen in handheld mode, there's ample fun for everyone—even if you just want to try and help the primary player sniff out all the hidden stamps in this surreal game world. While I don't exactly blanch at the $10 price point, my one caution concerning Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour is to be aware that not all activities can be enjoyed in all modes. Some require docked TV mode while others depend on Handheld mode. A few mini-games even need specific accessories like the Switch 2 Camera and Pro Controller, but there are still plenty of other ways to net those important medals to advance the game without making additional hardware purchases. Fighting While my family patiently awaits news regarding the one fighting game we all adore— Smash Bros. , naturally—my oldest and I are happy to bide our time with Street Fighter 6 . This title has been on our to-buy list for a while now, but I'm totally satisfied that it landed on our new Switch 2 rather than one of its many alternate platforms. The core of the Street Fighter 6 experience can be found in the Battle Hub, with (literal) old-school arcade-style battles that are cool enough on their own, but that's not all the BH has to offer. It's a literal social hub, where you can communicate, learn, practice, and further customize your in-game avatar. Said avatar is central to the single-player campaign mode found in the World Tour story mode. Here you'll start with the bare basics before exploring Metro City to hone your fighting craft. It's a quirky approach to the genre that's perfect for those trying to get their bearings in the world of Street Fighter . It also primes you to step into the Fighting Ground. Fighting Ground has everything from the more traditional arcade story mode—where you'll choose a character and fight your way through the roster—to practice and versus features to specialty content like the Gyro Battle and Calorie Contest match. These employ Joy-Con 2-specific motion controls, the sheer novelty of which has been a big hit in my household. Speaking of controller options, the Fighting Ground is also the place to try out the game's trio of control types (Classic, Modern, and Dynamic), tweak button and stick settings, and remap things to your heart's content while exploring SF6 in all its neon paint-soaked glory. Dual Joy-Con 2 controls and the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller both really shine in Street Fighter 6 . The face buttons are well-spaced and responsive, the D-pads are solidly functional, and even the nubby Joy-Con 2 sticks feel great in-hand. The real surprise here is how well the game plays off your television. Obviously, we tend to limit our in-house 1-v-1 to the docked TV mode, but we found Tabletop mode to be a great option on the go, especially for those quick Gyro Battles. Handheld mode is also a solid choice, especially for single-player content. Action There are a number of notable action titles available on the Switch 2, but I'm currently engrossed in Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition . This was another one that pulled me in back at the Switch 2 press event. Which is, perhaps, a little odd considering the game's dubious original release back in 2020. In the ensuing five years, CD Projekt Red has not only crushed the bugs and smoothed out the glitches, they've managed to finesse the game into an all-time best-seller. The Switch 2's Ultimate Edition arrives with this refined core experience and the Phantom Liberty DLC to boot. Now—and I can't stress this enough— Cyberpunk was, is, and shall surely always remain an adults-only affair. From graphic violence and drug use to copious amounts of language and nudity, it lives up to every bit of its M rating from the ESRB. But if that's the kind of hard-hitting gaming experience you're looking for, you will no doubt be wowed with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition . Perhaps even more so than Mario Kart World , Cyberpunk 2077 is a veritable showpiece on the Switch 2, and not just in TV mode. I'm currently experiencing the game almost exclusively in Handheld mode, and there are times when I genuinely can't believe how good this game looks and how solidly it controls right there in the palms of my hands. And as if that weren't enough, the title also packs some specialty features tailor-made for the Switch 2. These include touchscreen support in Handheld and Tabletop modes, Gyro and Mouse Sensor aiming, and an entire array of Motion Patterns, gesture-based controls to dodge, use items, reload weapons, and more! Any way you choose to take on Night City, the Switch 2 is more than a match for its vast dystopian expanse. Roleplaying RPGs are also already pretty well represented on the Switch 2. You got your classic Suikoden , Hogwarts Legacy for the young wizards among you, and Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma for those who like a little farming sim mixed in. Personally, I couldn't wait to get my hands on Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster , and I was not disappointed. Compared to something like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition , Bravely Default isn't exactly the most visually dazzling of Switch 2 launch games, but it's still lush and beautiful in its own right. The delicate gouache of the Nintendo 3DS's character and level designs have been nicely translated to the new hardware, and even without the original's stereoscopic 3D effects, there's still a wonderful sense of scale and movement. With a blend of free-roaming exploration and turn-based combat, this familiar tale of warriors, crystals, and a fight for survival differentiates itself by allowing players to push their luck by using the Brave option, thus borrowing actions from an upcoming turn, or shore up their defenses using Default to bank bonus actions for later. The Flying Fairy HD Remaster brings back everything I loved about the 3DS game, like its spectacular job system and story-driven party conversations, alongside easier navigation, a snappier menu system, and a new Game Corner featuring mini-game content that can be controlled via Joy-Con 2 mouse functionality. Indie Admittedly, describing Deltarune as a mere indie game is sure to ruffle a few feathers, but despite the nigh-universal praise heaped upon Toby Fox's spiritual successor to the beloved Undertale , its deeply personal nature and gorgeously minimalist presentation both positively ooze DIY cred. An inspired blend of RPG, bullet hell, and even rhythm gameplay, Deltarune is among the easiest of recommendations for T-rated fare on the Switch 2. Arriving on the eShop just in time for the system launch, this version includes chapters one through four, and the $24.99 price tag also includes the forthcoming release of its remaining chapters. Best of all, if you've already played through the freebie chapters one and two on your Switch, you can simply pick up where you left off. While not exactly a resource hog on any platform, Deltarune is ideal for portable play in handheld mode. Simultaneously embracing the quirkier side of the classic JRPG (like the Mother series) and cleverly thumbing its nose at those same conventions, it boasts a surprisingly deep narrative packed with fascinating characters and plot twists aplenty. Visually, it's nothing short of pixel art perfection, and despite the fact that the Switch 2 Welcome Tour assured me that this new console has the same speakers as its predecessor, the clear stereo separation makes its stunning chiptune soundtrack sound better than ever. If you have a teen or tween in your household, you likely already have at least a passing knowledge of Undertale characters and lore, but consider taking that to the next level by adding Deltarune to your Switch 2 library. You will not be disappointed. Review copies were provided for each of these included titles by Nintendo of America. This post contains affiliate links. Vampire Waluigi is the best Waluigi. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
New Hampshire city in ‘Jumanji' marks 30th anniversary with animal costume race
Actor Jonathan Hyde enjoys a moment with crew during filming of Jumanji on Nov. 17, 1994 in Keene, N.H. (Maureen E. McHugh via AP) Madeline Murphy remembers the instructions she was given on the set of 'Jumanji' when she was an extra some 30 years ago: 'Pretend you're frightened and you're screaming because an elephant's coming after you.' So, that's what she did in the Central Square of Keene, New Hampshire, running back and forth, over and over, on a long day in November 1994. 'I was pretty tired by the end of the day, and it was cold,' said Murphy, 61. She got a check for US$60.47 — and several seconds of screen time. Murphy was one of about 125 extras cast in the classic Robin Williams film, which is marking its 30th anniversary. It's spawned several sequels, including one planned for next year. The city of about 23,000 people in the southwestern corner of the state is celebrating its ties to 'Jumanji' this weekend. A featured event is a 'Rhino Rumble Road Race' saluting the film's stampede scenes of elephants, rhinos and zebras on Saturday. Runners in inflatable animal costumes are sprinting about a quarter mile (less than half a kilometer) around the square. There's also a cast party, a parade, and a scavenger hunt, among other events. Keene gets picked thanks to coffee craving Based on the 1981 children's book by Chris Van Allsburg about a mysterious jungle adventure board game, the movie version of 'Jumanji' is set in the fictional small town of Brantford, New Hampshire. Veteran location manager Dow Griffith was crisscrossing New England in search of the right spot. A coffee lover who grew up in Seattle, he recalled feeling desperate one day for a good brew. He was a bit east of Keene at the time, and someone suggested a shop that was near the square. 'I took my cherished cup of double dry cappuccino out to the front porch, took a sip, looked to my left — and by God — there was the place I had been looking for!" he told The Associated Press. 'So really, we have coffee to thank for the whole thing.' Scenes were filmed at the square that fall and the following spring. The fall scenes show a present-day town that had declined. Extras played homeless people and looters, in addition to panicked runners fleeing from the jungle animals. Joanne Hof, now 78, had needed her son's help to spot herself behind the elephants, running with her hands up. Hof, a reading specialist, bought a videotape of 'Jumanji' and showed it to the kids she worked with. 'They were very impressed that I was in the movie,' she said. The spring scenes, appearing early in the film, depict the town in 1969. Extras drove classic cars around the pristine-looking square and others walked around, dressed for that time period. 'I told the makeup person, 'Do you know how to do a French twist?'' recalled Kate Beetle, 74, of Alstead, who said she can be seen for 'a micro-second' crossing a street. 'They just found me the right lady's suit and right flat shoes, and then the hair is kind of what I suspect did it.' The city helped transform itself The 'Jumanji' crews worked well with the city in getting the permits to transform Central Square into a dilapidated, neglected piece of public property, recalled Patty Little, who recently retired as Keene's clerk. 'They brought in old, dead shrubbery and threw it around and made the paint peel on the gazebo,' she said. Items such as parking meters and lilac bushes were removed and a large Civil War-era statue was brought in to cover a fountain. Graffiti was on the walls and crumpled vehicles in the stampede scene were anchored in place. Everything was restored, and fresh flowers were brought in the following spring, she said. Crews spent a total of about a week in the city for both settings. Little, whose classic 1961 Ambassador is caught on camera, could see everything happening from her office window. 'Did I get a lot of work done? I don't know during those days,' she said. Locals watch and meet Robin Williams A crowd turned out to watch a long-haired, bearded Williams run down the street in a leaf-adorned tunic. In the movie, he had just been freed from the game that had trapped him as a boy for years. 'He's shorter than I thought he was!' one viewer said, according to local chronicler Susan MacNeil's book, 'When Jumanji Came to Keene.' Others said, 'He has great legs — muscular, isn't he? But so hairy!" and 'Isn't he freezing dressed like that?' The mayor honored him with a key to the city. Williams, noticing the mayor was a bit shorter, suddenly announced at the presentation, ''I am the mayor of Munchkinland,'' with a voice to match, City Councilor Randy Filiault recalled. He stayed in character for 15 to 20 minutes, 'just bouncing off the walls,' approaching people in the audience and pulling their hats over their eyes. Eventually, he stopped, ending with a solemn 'Thank you,' Filiault said. 'I am really seeing something cool here,' Filiault remembered thinking. 'How fortunate we were.' When Williams died by suicide in 2014, people left flowers and photos beneath a painted 'Parrish Shoes' wall sign advertising a fictional business left over from 'Jumanji.' Former Keene police officer Joe Collins, who was assigned to watch over then-child actors Kirsten Dunst and Bradley Pierce, also died by suicide, last year. Festival organizers planned a discussion about mental health and suicide prevention to pay tribute to Williams and Collins. 'I think Robin would have been impressed with that,' said Murphy, who met Williams and shook his hand. Kathy Mccormack, The Associated Press If you or someone you know is in crisis, here are some resources that are available. Canada Suicide Crisis Helpline (Call or text 988) Crisis Services Canada (1-833-456-4566 or text 45645) Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868) Hope for Wellness Helpline (1-855-242-3310) for Indigenous people across Canada If you need immediate assistance call 911 or go to the nearest hospital
Globe and Mail
2 hours ago
- Globe and Mail
Should You Buy Micron Stock Before June 25?
Micron (NASDAQ: MU) is scheduled to report quarterly financial results after the stock markets close on June 25, 2025. That has investors wondering if they should buy the semiconductor stock before the company announces its earnings results. *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of June 18, 2025. The video was published on June 20, 2025. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More » Should you invest $1,000 in Micron Technology right now? Before you buy stock in Micron Technology, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Micron Technology wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $659,171!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $891,722!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor 's total average return is995% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to172%for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. *Stock Advisor returns as of June 9, 2025 Parkev Tatevosian, CFA has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Parkev Tatevosian is an affiliate of The Motley Fool and may be compensated for promoting its services. If you choose to subscribe through his link, he will earn some extra money that supports his channel. His opinions remain his own and are unaffected by The Motley Fool.
