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The Stinger Report
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The leading e-newsletter of the Immersive Out-of-Home entertainment sector, including amusement, attractions and all immersive interactive pay-to-play systems. https://lbxcollective.com/stinger-report/
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 16h
KWP #TrendWatch - A sneak peek at @DreamParks new wizarding adventure coming this #Halloween for their downloadable #AR adventure park.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 1d
KWP #TrendWatch - The latest teaser of the @Netflix House experience.

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Step Inside Netflix | Welcome to Netflix House
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 1d
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 1d
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 2d
KWP #TrendWatch - #BlastfromthePast - @CAPCOM partners with @McDonalds in exclusive Japanese commercial using #StreetFighter II brand - riding the #retro #arcade nostalgia.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 2d
KWP #TrendWatch - @WaltDisneyStudios sees massive #boxoffice failure for 2025 - with six #tentpole movie release flops on global box-office, with only one success - with questions surrounding the last two releases for the year!

After 2024 promises, #Disney management in the balance!
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 2d
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 3d
KWP #TrendWatch - After all the hype, @Apple reveals the 'Apple Vision Pro' upgrade, with a new M5 processor, redesigned head strap to address "issues", no new apps, and the same old price that everyone loves!
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 3d
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Paul Williams passes away
The former CEO of Sega Amusements International, Paul Williams, sadly passed away yesterday following a period of illness.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 4d
KWP #TrendWatch - Sound Off #94

On this week's episode we explore how “legacy” can be leverage, not a limit, and why nostalgia only works when it fuels the next wave of experiences. From @Disney’s soft attendance to @Netflix House pricing.

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Sound Off #94 - Nostalgiatainment, Brand Licensing EU Review, and more! | The LBX Collective
Sound Off #94 - Nostalgiatainment, Brand Licensing EU Review, and more! Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by Alan-1! On this week's episode we explore how “legacy” can be leverage, not a limit, and ...
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 4d
KWP #TrendWatch - The Latest Stinger Report #1247

The latest #StingerReport coverage of the #VR sector, in this second part. We look beyond the @Meta and @Apple announcement, looking at @Samsung, @Valve, and the impacts for the wider #XR #LBE landscape.

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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 5d
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The LBX Show #48 - TopGolf's PlayMore, Gravitar Recharged, and much more!
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 6d
KWP #TrendWatch - This generation of "#VR" headsets look towards establishing retention - in the face of the abandonment of the @Meta Quest Pro, the delay of the @Pimax Dream Air, and the confused future of the @Apple Vision Pro - can @Samsung buck the trend?
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 6d
KWP #TrendWatch - marking 63-years between the @Hughes right-eye #HUD sighting system, to the current @Meta Ray-Ban Display #AI #smartglass.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 7d
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 8d
KWP #Trendwatch - #BlastfromthePast - on this day (10th October, 1980) Midway Manufacturing licensed and launched the #arcade version of '#PACMAN' from NAMCO, (after removing the "PUCK"!)
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 8d
KWP #TrendWatch - First images of @sumsung.bsky.social 's "Galaxy XR" #MR headset, (exclusively revealed via Android Headlines). Supported by @googie.blog will this be enough to reignite the #VR sector?
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 8d
KWP #TrendWatch - News breaks from @netflix.com on the November opening date, and initial pricing for this venues #attractions, at 'Netflix House'. Pricing comparable with competitive #entertainment venues.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 9d
KWP #TrendWatch - Latest Stinger Report - #1246

The latest #StingerReport looks, in this first part, at the transition of the #Metaverse market into the #AI #Smartglass sector, and the impacts this will have on #VR beyond consumer and into #LBE.

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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 9d
KWP #TrendWatch - #Retro #arcade and #amusement plays a big part, along with #Videogaming and #toy brands at this years amazing Brand Licensing Europe (#BLE2025) convention in London. The legacy brand that is amusement seen across a number of booths - full coverage in coming #StingerReport
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 11d
KWP #TrendWatch - Latest Stinger Report - #1245

The #StingerReport covers the growth in Location-Based Entertainment (#LBE) and the challenges shaping investment and development are charted in this exclusive report.

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The Stinger Report #1245
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 11d
KWP #TrendWatch - #SoundOff - #93

On this week's episode we challenge the #LBE industry to build real education and standards while tracking major shifts—from Orlando softness and capital moves to #AR sports, IP consolidation.

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Sound Off #93 - New XR & AR concepts, UK Park Expansion, and more!
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 12d
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The Vision Pro Was An Expensive Misstep. Now Apple Has to Catch Up With Smart Glasses
Having reportedly shelved work on a cheaper Vision Pro, Apple is apparently pivoting its focus to smart glasses—and hoping it's not too late.
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The Stinger Report @stingerreport.bsky.social · 13d
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Bay Area university issues warning over man using Meta AI glasses on campus
School officials said the man was making "unwanted" and "inappropriate" comments.
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