.games domain websites will go on sale this year

MCV Staff 4th May 2016 Business News

Games companies will soon be able to register a .games domain for their company’s or product’s online presence.

The website address suffix has been purchased by provider Rightside, which highlighted the extension as a way to promote a studio or specific franchise.

"Our acquisition of .games is an exciting opportunity for game brands of all sizes, as well as individuals to buy an easy-to-remember online .games destination, and use it as a helpful online searching, positioning and branding tool,"saidCEOTaryn Naidu.

.games addresses are planned to open up for registration in Q3 2016, with Rightside saying its wholesale price will start at $12.

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