European Court of Justice rules against Sony in PSP cheating lawsuit
Game Developer
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Sony lost the case against UK peripheral firm Datel, failing to ban Datel from marketing Action Replay products.
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Skyrim-dev Nate Purkeypile goes solo and makes heavy metal horror game The Axis Unseen
PreMortem.Games
OCTOBER 21, 2024
After 18 years in the games industry, including 14 years at Bethesda, Nate Purkeypile decided it was time for a change. He had been building giant open-world games like Fallout and Skyrim in large teams for years. So, as a first time solo developer, in order to keep things simple he decided to make his first project a… giant open world game. The Axis Unseen is a heavy-metal open-world horror game that is launching tomorrow.
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Riot Games lays off staff to 'solve challenges and build for the future'
Game Developer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The developer is conducting layoffs across its League of Legends team in prepartion for the 'next phase' of the (almost) 15-year-old MOBA.
A deep dive into the beautiful (video) game in A Tale of Two Halves by Bitmap Books
PreMortem.Games
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Bitmap Books is known for its catalogue of visually stunningly books on the art, history and culture of video games. Each release demonstrates a genuine love for the subject matter and great attention to detail. Their latest offering, the upcoming book A Tale of Two Halves: The History of Football Video Games , is no exception. Written by Richard Moss, the book takes video game football fans on a nostalgic journey through their childhoods, leaving them misty-eyed over memories of countless pixel
Black Ops 6 is make-or-break for the Game Pass strategy | Opinion
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 18, 2024
It's just over a year since Microsoft shattered industry records with its $75 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard – and next week, that eye-wateringly expensive deal will face its most important test yet.
The Overdesign Trap
Game Wisdom
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The Overdesign Trap Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com I’ve played plenty of videogames at this point, and when it comes to originality in design, you can find that in the indie space, especially from first-time developers. The thought of being the first one to create X or take … The post The Overdesign Trap appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Huge Blender Add-On Giveaway & New QRemeshify Plugin
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 21, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Huge Blender Add-On Giveaway & New QRemeshify Plugin A ton of free add-ons for Blender were just made available for free from developer Blenderesse. Most of the add-ons are implemented using Geometry Nodes and they include: In addition to the Blenderesse giveaway, there is a new completely free add-on QRemeshify which enables you to convert triangle meshes to […] The post Huge Blender Add-On Giveaway & New QRemeshify Plugin appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
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Shawn Layden: "AA is gone and that's a threat to the ecosystem going forward"
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Gamescom Asia opened its doors to industry attendees in Singapore this morning, kickstarting the day with a fireside chat with former Sony Interactive Entertainment Worldwide Studios chairman Shawn Layden.
Good Kill! wishlist on Steam
Indie DB
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Good Kill is an immersive FPS game where players take control of a door gunner in a military helicopter during the Vietnam War. Engage in intense combat across destructible environments, complete missions, and upgrade your helicopter and weapons to dominate.
Unity 6 Released
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 17, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Unity 6 Released Unity 6, first announced at Unite 2023 and released in preview form in May of this year was just released today. Unity 6 was going to be a milestone release for one very dark reason, it was going to be the first release with the much maligned Unity Run-Time Fee. […] The post Unity 6 Released appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Game composer Nobuo Uematsu will retire after Fantasian's console launch
Game Developer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
After nearly 40 years of composing music for games (and Square Enix and Final Fantasy specifically), Uematsu has reached the end of the road.
In Vampire Hunters you need all of your six hands and a dozen guns to survive
PreMortem.Games
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Imagine having to face rampant attack waves like in Vampire Survivors but from a first person point of view. Feels like a stressful undertaking, doesn’t it? That’s why Brazilian developer Gamecraft Studios is evening the odds with a unique weapon-stacking system. It often takes up almost half the screen, but lets you kill enemies in every possible way you desire.
Hi-Rez Studios shutting down Realm Royale Reforged and Divine Knockout in February
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Hi-Rez Studios has announced that two of its multiplayer games will be shutting down on February 17, 2025: Realm Royale Reforged and Divine Knockout.
Developing "Marines vs God" - 4vs1 hybrid
Indie DB
OCTOBER 20, 2024
My friend and I have been working on epic assymetial game (4 vs 1) and we've ready to show you the first trailer ! Demo is very soon ! ! !
Blender 4.3 Beta Is a HUGE Step Forward
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 16, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Blender 4.3 Beta Is a HUGE Step Forward The Blender Foundation recently released Blender 4.3 Beta and it’s jammed packed with new features. Blender 4.3 will remain in beta for a few weeks, with the full release hopefully coming on November 12, 2024. There are several new features in the Blender 4.3 release, but in the video below […] The post Blender 4.3 Beta Is a HUGE Step Forward appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Mad Mushroom cofounder Asmongold to 'step away' from company after anti-Muslim remarks
Game Developer
OCTOBER 17, 2024
After apologizing for a rant where he said Palestinians belong to an 'inferior culture,' the popular streamer will no longer hold a leadership position at the streamer-owned publisher he helped create.
Are Self-Driving Cars Safe?
Perforce
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Cars are increasingly dependent on technology and will progressively become more autonomous — and ultimately self-driving. For this reason, it's important to learn about the security concerns with self-driving cars so you can answer the questions "are self-driving cars safe" and "in what ways are driverless cars safer than human drivers?
Hitman maker IO Interactive will publish the new action thriller by Leslie Benzies’ Build A Rocket Boy
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 16, 2024
IO Interactive is moving into third-party publishing with MindsEye, the new action thriller by Build A Rocket Boy, the AAA team formed by GTA producer Leslie Benzies.
What’s the Easiest Papa Louie Restaurant Game?
Game Wisdom
OCTOBER 21, 2024
What’s the Easiest Papa Louie Restaurant Game? Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com Flipline Studio’s Papa Louie franchise became popular in recent years, specifically during the pandemic when people are finding things to do. Well, if you’re like me who loves cooking games, you’ll definitely love this franchise as much as I did. … The post What’s the Easiest Papa Louie Restaurant Game?
Flax Engine 1.9 Released
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 19, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Flax Engine 1.9 Released The Flax game engine just released Flax 1.9. Highlights of the Flax Engine 1.9 release include: Key Links Flax Engine Homepage Flax Engine 1.9 Release Notes Flax Discord Lumberyard Bistro Sample Ported to Flax You can learn more about the Flax Engine 1.9 release in the video below. The post Flax Engine 1.9 Released appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Don't Nod facing 'potential reorganization' and layoffs amid 2024's first-half struggles
Game Developer
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Nearly 70 Don't Nod workers may be impacted as management figures out how to 'restore more organizational agility and secure the company's financing.
Transmedia Triumphs and Traps: Lessons from the Convergence of Gaming and Media
Deconstructor of Fun
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Let’s admit it—over the past three years, some of the most buzzworthy entertainment hasn’t come from traditional Hollywood blockbusters, but from gaming adaptations and transmedia storytelling. Games have now surpassed film, music, and publishing combined in market size and it’s clear: interactive storytelling has become king. To dissect this further, Mishka Katkoff sat down with the “OG of IPs and Transmedia” Peter Levin , to discuss the state of the industry, the role of gaming, and where thin
Continuing Versus Evil's legacy with Digital Bandidos
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In December 2023, indie publisher Versus Evil was shut down – ten years after it first opened its doors, and two years after it was acquired by TinyBuild in a $31.3 million deal.
5 Things Every New Stardew Valley Mobile Must Do
Game Wisdom
OCTOBER 21, 2024
5 Things Every New Stardew Valley Mobile Must Do Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of owning and managing a farm, like really really getting into the day-to-day life of a farmer, you’re probably considering purchasing Stardew Valley Mobile. After all, it’s the most convenient option instead of being tied to … The post 5 Things Every New Stardew Valley Mobile Must Do appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Unity 6 Toolkit Bundle + Synty Asset Giveaway
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 17, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Unity 6 Toolkit Bundle + Synty Asset Giveaway To go along with the launched of Unity 6 earlier today, the Unity Asset Store has launched the Unity 6 Toolkit Bundle which joins the existing Quick Start Asset pack bundle. This new Unity bundle contains several different assets organized into two tiers $15 and $30 with savings of up […] The post Unity 6 Toolkit Bundle + Synty Asset Giveaway appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Obituary: Mike Brennan, Digital Extremes artist, passed away at age 50
Game Developer
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Best known as "Mynki," Brennan provided art for Warframe, Dark Sector, and The Darkness II during his 14-year tenure at Digital Extremes.
How Good Job Games Accelerates 43% with AWS Build Pipeline
AWS Games
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This post was co-authored by Kaan Turkmen, DevOps Engineer at Good Job Games. Introduction In this blog, we will explore how Good Job Games crafted a scalable and secure build pipeline on AWS, utilizing services like Amazon EC2 , Amazon EFS , and Amazon S3 to optimize its game development processes. Good Job Games was established in 2017 with a vision to create distinctive and engaging mobile gaming experiences accessible worldwide.
How digital is the video games market in 2024?
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 21, 2024
The vast majority of the games industry is digital. This has been the case for quite some time.
Common Mistakes Call of Duty Mobile Players Should Avoid Making
Game Wisdom
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Common Mistakes Call of Duty Mobile Players Should Avoid Making Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com Call of Duty Mobile (CODM) still remains one of the best mobile shooting games on the market. Being a player of this game for many years, I’ve also tried playing PUBG Mobile and Rules of Survival (ROS), but for me, … The post Common Mistakes Call of Duty Mobile Players Should Avoid Making appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Rogue Legacy Source Code Released
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 16, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Rogue Legacy Source Code Released Cellar Door Games have just released the source code for their popular indie smash hit Roguelite Rogue Legacy. Note this is not an open source project, the source code is released under a non OSI certified license and the release does not include the assets from the game. It does […] The post Rogue Legacy Source Code Released appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Tales of Kenzera dev Surgent Studios 'on hiatus' as leaders look for partners and funding
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OCTOBER 18, 2024
The developer has put its staff on notice for redundancy as it shops around a prototype of its next project to potential business partners.
Escape From Hadrian’s Wall with Jim Gray
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OCTOBER 16, 2024
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GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 16, 2024
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How Zoap Strain and Video Gamers Are a Good Match?
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How Zoap Strain and Video Gamers Are a Good Match? Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com The cannabis world is ever-changing, and it can be difficult to keep up with all the new strains that hit the market. One strain in particular has definitely caught everyone’s attention recently, and that’s Zoap strain. An eye-catching name, interesting … The post How Zoap Strain and Video Gamers Are a Good Match?
Learn Squared Unreal Engine Course Bundle on Humble
Game From Scratch
OCTOBER 18, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Learn Squared Unreal Engine Course Bundle on Humble There is a new Humble Bundle of interest to game developers, the somewhat oddly named Learn Squared Presents: Concept Art in Unreal Engine bundle. This is a collection of video training courses on concept art, but also VFX, Unreal Engine, Filmmaking, Substance Designer and more.
Is there a “wrong/right” way to boycott a game (besides obivious attacks and death threats? I can’t find the tweet nor recall the specifics, but it was about an not related developer talking about how the fanbase should be better in how to boycott or else it would damage the franchise long-term wise in ways nobody wins. Even if what the fanbase was angry about is valid.
Ask a Game Dev
OCTOBER 18, 2024
The answer to your question entirely depends on what your goal actually is. A boycott isn't a goal by itself, it is a means to an end - usually the players are mad about something and the boycott (or whatever else - review bomb, harassment, doxxing, death threats, etc.) is an attempt at applying pressure to make the developer do something else (among other things like venting a bunch of hurt feelings).
Keywords acquires Halo co-developer Certain Affinity
GamesIndustry.biz
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Keywords Studios has acquired US developer Certain Affinity for an undisclosed sum.
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