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Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'My intense night in a SpongeBob SquarePants-themed hotel room'
The receptionist hands me a room key adorned with a certain yellow, porous protagonist. I've journeyed to Turkey's sun-drenched Antalya coast – not for the ancient ruins or the crystal-clear Mediterranean. I've come here to answer the question: can an all-inclusive hotel built around a talking sponge actually deliver luxury? Walking into the new SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Deluxe Room at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya feels like I've tumbled through my television and landed in the Nickelodeon kids' cartoon. The sign above the king-size bed proclaims 'Home Sweet Pineapple' in cheerful lettering, while pretend portholes dot the walls. Think nautical blues, strategic pops of yellow, and character touches that stop just short of having SpongeBob's best pal Patrick the starfish tucked under your pillow. It's a room that would make even grumpy octopus Squidward crack a reluctant smile. Even the mini-fridge is disguised as a giant pineapple. The rooms are surprisingly practical underneath the cartoon sparkle. Alongside the themed decor, you'll find modern comforts like fast wi-fi, smart TVs (where you can watch Nickelodeon all day long), USB charging ports, and thoughtful touches for little ones such as child-sized robes and step stools in the bathroom. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya officially opened on March 1 and the Rixos-owned property features 238 rooms spread across seven floors, including 211 themed deluxe rooms (29 with connecting doors), 25 suites, and a Legendary Nick Suite. You can stay in themed rooms based on PAW Patrol, Dora the Explorer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and of course our old friend SpongeBob. As I step onto the balcony of my room, I'm greeted by a bird's-eye view of PAW Patrol: Adventure Bay with its carousel rides, mini coasters and daily shows. It means you can watch your offspring carting around a Paw Patrol helicopter ride while sipping coffee from the comfort of your balcony. Helicopter parenting has never been so relaxing. Meanwhile, the indoor SpongeBob Universe is as close to being in the show as you can get. From character meet-and-greets to spinning round on the 'Jellyfish Jam' swings – it's fun that may have even grown-ups answering, 'Aye-aye, captain!' Guests also get complimentary unlimited access to the adjacent The Land of Legends theme park during their stay. It features 20 attractions and a waterpark with more than 40 slides. While Nickelodeon Land caters primarily to younger children, Adventure Land offers high-speed roller coasters. The main attraction is the Hyper Coaster – a ride that will take you 203ft high at a speed of 71mph and has a 360 degree loop. When you're ready to trade cartoon characters for coastal charm, the resort brilliantly delivers. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to another Rixos property, Rixos Premium Belek, where guests can enjoy stunning pools and a beach club, set among pine and walnut forests. A nice reminder that yes, you are actually in Turkey, and not inside a cartoon. For a cultural escape, head to Kaleiçi, the beautiful old quarter of Antalya. This maze of narrow streets is home to historic houses, the iconic Hadrian's Gate and bazaars offering everything from traditional Turkish crafts to colourful spices. Take the Kaleiçi Panoramic Elevator for unbeatable marina views. Nature lovers should visit Çirali Beach, where you can spot endangered loggerhead sea turtles amid crystal-clear waters and ancient ruins. The food at the Nickelodeon Hotel definitely hits the spot. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, Le Spatula restaurant – named after our yellow hero's favourite kitchen tool – is the place to be. The all-inclusive package means there's nothing to pay when you ladle Nutella on your breakfast pancakes, placed delicately beside grilled halloumi. For variety, choose between Nickelodeon All-Star Cafe, Snick Lounge & Bar, and Rainforest Juice Bar. There are entertainment options abound for all ages. Club Nick provides supervised activities for children, operating with themes that rotate daily, alongside an outdoor heated splash park. Meanwhile, parents can sneak off to Anjana Spa for a treatment, the private fitness centre or the Turkish bath for adults needing a cartoon break. The word 'Nickelodeon' originally meant a US five cent movie theatre (literally a 'nickel' to get in). Obviously you'll need much more than spare change for this holiday. For a family of four, expect to pay at least £700 per night all-inclusive in peak season – not cheap, but competitive when you factor in unlimited theme park access, food and entertainment. So, can a hotel inspired by a talking sponge deliver on luxury? Surprisingly, yes. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya walks the tightrope between chaos and calm with surprising grace. If your children worship at the altar of any Nickelodeon characters, and you're searching for a holiday that delivers both kid-friendly entertainment and adult-worthy luxury, this pineapple under the sea (or rather, on the Turkish coast) might just be your perfect family getaway. Flights to Antalya, Turkey, are available from airports across the UK via carriers including easyJet, SunExpress, British Airways, TUI and Jet2. Themed family rooms at the Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Antalya start at around £362 a night. More info at
Miami Herald
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
GameSquare to Develop Games for SpongeBob SquarePants through License Agreement with Paramount Game Studios
FRISCO, CO / ACCESS Newswire / May 15, 2025 / Zoned, a GameSquare (Nasdaq:GAME) company, today announced that it has signed a license agreement with Paramount Game Studios to develop SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games in Fortnite. "After an initial campaign in December 2024 that brought Bikini Bottom to thousands of fans and gamers, we are excited to expand our relationship with Zoned and GameSquare," said Doug Rosen, Senior Vice President, Games and Emerging Media, Paramount. "We are excited to see what GameSquare and the team at Zoned can create and help more of our fans engage with their favorite SpongeBob SquarePants characters." "We are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Paramount, which is a testament to the success of our initial campaigns," said Carlos Tovar, President of Zoned. "We're excited to bring fun and creative SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games to global fans and gamers alike. We have an ambitious development plan, and we are looking forward to creating immersive games that highlight the very best of Bikini Bottom." This announcement follows a series of strategic partnerships secured by Zoned, a full-service marketing agency under GameSquare Holdings that specializes in bridging the gap between gaming and pop culture with the most recent launch of the Topgolf Universe on Fortnite's UEFN platform. **This is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Epic Games, Inc. About Paramount Consumer Products Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products' portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit About GameSquare Holdings, Inc. GameSquare's (NASDAQ: GAME) mission is to revolutionize the way brands and game publishers connect with hard-to-reach Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Millennial audiences. Our next-generation media, entertainment, and technology capabilities drive compelling outcomes for creators and maximize our brand partners' return on investment. Through our purpose-built platform, we provide award-winning marketing and creative services, offer leading data and analytics solutions, and amplify awareness through FaZe Clan, one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world. With one of the largest gaming media networks in North America, as verified by Comscore, we are reshaping the landscape of digital media and immersive entertainment. GameSquare's largest investors are Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the Goff family. To learn more, visit Forward-Looking Information This news release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of the applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. In this news release, forward-looking statements relate, among other things, to: the Company's and FaZe Media Inc.'s future performance, revenue, growth and profitability; and the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to execute their business plans. These forward-looking statements are provided only to provide information currently available to us and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, assurance or definitive statement of fact or probability. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions which include, but are not limited to: the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to grow their business and being able to execute on their business plans, the Company being able to complete and successfully integrate acquisitions, the Company being able to recognize and capitalize on opportunities and the Company continuing to attract qualified personnel to supports its development requirements. These assumptions, while considered reasonable, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results and future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the Company's ability to achieve its objectives, the Company successfully executing its growth strategy, the ability of the Company to obtain future financings or complete offerings on acceptable terms, failure to leverage the Company's portfolio across entertainment and media platforms, dependence on the Company's key personnel and general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. These risk factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company which are discussed in the Company's most recent MD&A. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. GameSquare assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law. Corporate Contact Lou Schwartz, PresidentPhone: (216) 464-6400Email: ir@ Investor Relations Andrew BergerPhone: (216) 464-6400Email: ir@ Media Relations Chelsey Northern / The UntoldPhone: (254) 855-4028Email: pr@ SOURCE: GameSquare Holdings, Inc.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
GameSquare to Develop Games for SpongeBob SquarePants through License Agreement with Paramount Game Studios
FRISCO, CO / / May 15, 2025 / Zoned, a GameSquare (Nasdaq:GAME) company, today announced that it has signed a license agreement with Paramount Game Studios to develop SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games in Fortnite. "After an initial campaign in December 2024 that brought Bikini Bottom to thousands of fans and gamers, we are excited to expand our relationship with Zoned and GameSquare," said Doug Rosen, Senior Vice President, Games and Emerging Media, Paramount. "We are excited to see what GameSquare and the team at Zoned can create and help more of our fans engage with their favorite SpongeBob SquarePants characters." "We are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Paramount, which is a testament to the success of our initial campaigns," said Carlos Tovar, President of Zoned. "We're excited to bring fun and creative SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games to global fans and gamers alike. We have an ambitious development plan, and we are looking forward to creating immersive games that highlight the very best of Bikini Bottom." This announcement follows a series of strategic partnerships secured by Zoned, a full-service marketing agency under GameSquare Holdings that specializes in bridging the gap between gaming and pop culture with the most recent launch of the Topgolf Universe on Fortnite's UEFN platform. **This is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Epic Games, Inc. About Paramount Consumer Products Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products' portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit About GameSquare Holdings, Inc. GameSquare's (NASDAQ: GAME) mission is to revolutionize the way brands and game publishers connect with hard-to-reach Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Millennial audiences. Our next-generation media, entertainment, and technology capabilities drive compelling outcomes for creators and maximize our brand partners' return on investment. Through our purpose-built platform, we provide award-winning marketing and creative services, offer leading data and analytics solutions, and amplify awareness through FaZe Clan, one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world. With one of the largest gaming media networks in North America, as verified by Comscore, we are reshaping the landscape of digital media and immersive entertainment. GameSquare's largest investors are Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the Goff family. To learn more, visit Forward-Looking Information This news release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of the applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. In this news release, forward-looking statements relate, among other things, to: the Company's and FaZe Media Inc.'s future performance, revenue, growth and profitability; and the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to execute their business plans. These forward-looking statements are provided only to provide information currently available to us and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, assurance or definitive statement of fact or probability. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions which include, but are not limited to: the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to grow their business and being able to execute on their business plans, the Company being able to complete and successfully integrate acquisitions, the Company being able to recognize and capitalize on opportunities and the Company continuing to attract qualified personnel to supports its development requirements. These assumptions, while considered reasonable, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results and future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the Company's ability to achieve its objectives, the Company successfully executing its growth strategy, the ability of the Company to obtain future financings or complete offerings on acceptable terms, failure to leverage the Company's portfolio across entertainment and media platforms, dependence on the Company's key personnel and general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. These risk factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company which are discussed in the Company's most recent MD&A. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. GameSquare assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law. Corporate Contact Lou Schwartz, PresidentPhone: (216) 464-6400Email: ir@ Investor Relations Andrew BergerPhone: (216) 464-6400Email: ir@ Media Relations Chelsey Northern / The UntoldPhone: (254) 855-4028Email: pr@ SOURCE: GameSquare Holdings, Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
GameSquare to Develop Games for SpongeBob SquarePants through License Agreement with Paramount Game Studios
FRISCO, COLORADO / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / Zoned, a GameSquare (Nasdaq:GAME) company, today announced that it has signed a license agreement with Paramount Game Studios to develop SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games in Fortnite. 'After an initial campaign in December 2024 that brought Bikini Bottom to thousands of fans and gamers, we are excited to expand our relationship with Zoned and GameSquare,' said Doug Rosen, Senior Vice President, Games and Emerging Media, Paramount. 'We are excited to see what GameSquare and the team at Zoned can create and help more of our fans engage with their favorite SpongeBob SquarePants characters.' 'We are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Paramount, which is a testament to the success of our initial campaigns,' said Carlos Tovar, President of Zoned. 'We're excited to bring fun and creative SpongeBob SquarePants-themed games to global fans and gamers alike. We have an ambitious development plan, and we are looking forward to creating immersive games that highlight the very best of Bikini Bottom.' This announcement follows a series of strategic partnerships secured by Zoned, a full-service marketing agency under GameSquare Holdings that specializes in bridging the gap between gaming and pop culture with the most recent launch of the Topgolf Universe on Fortnite's UEFN platform. **This is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Epic Games, Inc. About Paramount Consumer Products Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products' portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world's most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit About GameSquare Holdings, Inc. GameSquare's (NASDAQ: GAME) mission is to revolutionize the way brands and game publishers connect with hard-to-reach Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and Millennial audiences. Our next-generation media, entertainment, and technology capabilities drive compelling outcomes for creators and maximize our brand partners' return on investment. Through our purpose-built platform, we provide award-winning marketing and creative services, offer leading data and analytics solutions, and amplify awareness through FaZe Clan, one of the most prominent and influential gaming organizations in the world. With one of the largest gaming media networks in North America, as verified by Comscore, we are reshaping the landscape of digital media and immersive entertainment. GameSquare's largest investors are Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the Goff family. To learn more, visit Forward-Looking Information This news release contains 'forward-looking information' and 'forward-looking statements' (collectively, 'forward-looking statements') within the meaning of the applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as 'expects', or 'does not expect', 'is expected', 'anticipates' or 'does not anticipate', 'plans', 'budget', 'scheduled', 'forecasts', 'estimates', 'believes' or 'intends' or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results 'may' or 'could', 'would', 'might' or 'will' be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements. In this news release, forward-looking statements relate, among other things, to: the Company's and FaZe Media Inc.'s future performance, revenue, growth and profitability; and the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to execute their business plans. These forward-looking statements are provided only to provide information currently available to us and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, assurance or definitive statement of fact or probability. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions which include, but are not limited to: the Company's and FaZe Media's ability to grow their business and being able to execute on their business plans, the Company being able to complete and successfully integrate acquisitions, the Company being able to recognize and capitalize on opportunities and the Company continuing to attract qualified personnel to supports its development requirements. These assumptions, while considered reasonable, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results and future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the Company's ability to achieve its objectives, the Company successfully executing its growth strategy, the ability of the Company to obtain future financings or complete offerings on acceptable terms, failure to leverage the Company's portfolio across entertainment and media platforms, dependence on the Company's key personnel and general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties. These risk factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect the Company which are discussed in the Company's most recent MD&A. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. GameSquare assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements of beliefs, opinions, projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by law. Corporate Contact Lou Schwartz, President Phone: (216) 464-6400 Email: [email protected] Investor Relations Andrew Berger Phone: (216) 464-6400 Email: [email protected] Media Relations Chelsey Northern / The Untold Phone: (254) 855-4028 Email: [email protected] SOURCE: GameSquare Holdings, Inc. press release
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Yahoo
'He meant the world to me': Loved ones reflect on 25-year-old who died in Hillyard motorcycle crash
Apr. 17—Cody Mayo's most notable physical characteristic was his long, red beard, earning him the nickname "Code Red" from some of his co-workers. "He was so proud of that thing," said Jessica Barth, Mayo's mother. Besides sporting long facial hair, Mayo exhibited a strong work ethic, dependability, good humor and a willingness to help others, according to his loved ones. The 25-year-old's life was cut short March 28 when he died riding his motorcycle on the north edge of Spokane's Hillyard Neighborhood. The crash that afternoon on Market Street and Francis Avenue involved another vehicle, according to the Spokane Police Department. Officer Daniel Strassenberg, spokesman for the department, declined to release the circumstances of the crash, citing the ongoing investigation, but he said criminal charges against the other driver are not expected. Barth said her son was wearing his helmet. Before she found out about the crash, Barth said Mayo did not answer her phone calls, which was unusual. Her friend then notified her of the accident, which was not too far from her northeast Spokane residence, so she headed to the scene. She saw his motorcycle and knew Mayo was involved. She said she and her son messaged each other on Snapchat, which showed her Mayo's location at the Hillyard intersection. "He meant the world to me," she said. "I mean, he was so special." Mayo was born and raised in Spokane and graduated from Rogers High School in 2018. He worked the past four years mowing lawns and landscaping. He started at Living Water Lawn & Tree Care before the company's landscape maintenance division split to form Ron Davis Lawncare & Landscaping, where Mayo worked most recently. Tristin Sparks, one of Mayo's friends and co-workers, said Mayo was one of the top employees. "He was the go-to guy at Ron Davis Lawncare when it came to if you needed someone to do something, and we weren't working that day, Cody would pick up anything and he'd get it done," Sparks said. "He was a good guy." Barth said her son enjoyed his job and would always leave home right away when he got an unexpected call to go to work, showing his dedication to his work and those around him, she said. "He was always willing to help people," Barth said. Besides his long beard, Barth said he loved riding his 2009 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, wearing his SpongeBob SquarePants-themed socks and shoes and drinking Monster Energy drinks. She said he had a case of Monsters with him riding his motorcycle. He also liked playing with his many RC cars and "blowing things up," she said. He liked to ride motorcycles with his only sibling and older brother, Jared Barth. Barth said her two sons got their motorcycle endorsements together. "He was doing what he loved, being free and riding his bike," she said of Mayo's death. Barth said she and her son lived together, and he also cared for her because her hip and back problems make it difficult to perform certain tasks. Photos of her son, posing by himself and with family members, are stationed by the front door of her apartment. "It's hard, you know, because I think Cody should walk through the door," she said. "I mean, I just don't understand why it had to be Cody." Carolyn Dunlap, general manager at Living Water, was a friend of Mayo's and his former boss. "Cody was just like one of my kids," she said. Dunlap, who is Davis' daughter and Sparks' mother, said Mayo's strong work ethic shot him up the company ladder to "mow lead." But when it was time to relax at the end of the day, he was a "goofball" who made people smile. "He was just a good kid," Dunlap said. "He died too young." She called him a great man who worked hard to take care of himself and his mom. His death left a big hole in people's hearts, she said. "Cody was just a young man when he started here," Dunlap said. "He was really just a young man learning what he wanted to do in life."
