The best art and animation talks of GDC
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
A selection of coverage from some of the industry's most accomplished artists and animators, from their GDC 2023 panels.
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Sarkeesian: "Your DEI initiatives are making your culture worse"
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Diversity, equity, and inclusion has been a hot button topic in the games industry over the past decade, with numerous companies embracing DEI efforts in the wake of scandals and tragedies that emphasized the inequality of industry, specific companies, or society as a whole. But despite high-profile chief diversity officer appointments and more pro-diversity communications from companies, Feminist Frequency executive director Anita Sarkeesian used her GDC session last week to say they are making
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Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick sends Sony to the naughty step
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
In an open letter published on Substack, Kotick said he's disappointed in the PlayStation maker's response to Microsoft's proposed Activision Blizzard merger.
EA restructuring, laying off 6% of workforce
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Electronic Arts today announced that it will be laying off approximately 6% of its staff as part of a restructuring plan that also includes optimizing its real estate portfolio and re-focusing its efforts around growth opportunities. EA's last annual report said it employed 12,900 people globally as of the end of March 2022, when a 6% cut would have put the total number of layoffs around 775.
DEI is DOA: What's really happening inside the game industry's diversity efforts
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
At GDC 2023, Anita Sarkeesian described why current DEI initiatives at gaming companies are doomed to fail—and how "transformative justice" might foster better healing, more equitable workplaces.
More insights from the 2023 Unity Gaming Report
Unity Blog
MARCH 29, 2023
We spoke to creators from our community for the 2023 Unity Gaming Report. In this blog, discover bonus creator insights that were not included in the report.
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MLB The Show 23 Spotlights the history of the Negro Leagues for a new generation
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
Inside the process of bringing the Negro Leagues Storylines to MLB the Show 23 , showcasing Black triumph and joy over Black trauma.
Tips to support your neurodiverse team
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox The pandemic brought around a lot of change, and those who had maybe never considered themselves as neurodiverse were suddenly taken out of their comfort zone and faced with new challenges, new ways of life, and a whole lot of time at home with their own brain. This has contributed to neurodiversity becoming a huge topic of conversation in the games industry.
Nintendo extends code redemption date for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShop
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
The Nintendo eShop gets a last minute reprieve, as Nintendo 3DS and Wii U owners can continue to redeem download codes until April 3.
Develop a 3D game in 2 hours with AI? Is it possible?
Cocos
MARCH 29, 2023
Is it feasible to develop a 3D game in 2 hours with AI tools Try it online: [link] the FULL SOURCE CODE will be availabe on Cocos Store. I scored 21, could anyone get a higher than mine?！！！ Recently, Technological advancements are changing rapidly by AI, especially by ChatGPT. Just as we thought that Stable Diffusion and Mid Journey only threatened the artists, we were still glad that programmers were unlikely to be replaced.
Deep Dive: Curating the audio of Slime Rancher 2 's Song of Sabers update
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
"Great game audio lasts with you long after you've finished playing, reinforcing the moods and emotions of the game.
Johana Riquier: “Gaming as a driver for economic growth in the global south”
PreMortem.Games
MARCH 29, 2023
“Can gaming truly change a country for the better?” Johana Riquier is convinced it can. She’s Managing Diorector of Gamerging. She’s a gaming business strategist and a diversity advocate specialized in the Middle Eastern and African market based in Senegal. “The power of gaming and emerging technologies unlocks new opportunities for growth and innovation in the Global South.
Naughty Dog working on fixes after players blast The Last of Us Part I PC port
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
The studio said it has "heard the concerns" of PC players.
Disney to lay off 7,000 staff, shuts down metaverse division
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
The Walt Disney Company has shut down its metaverse division as part of a round of layoffs. The news was first reported by the Wall Street Journal , which had talked to people familiar with the situation, and was then confirmed by Variety. Disney's Next Generation Storytelling & Consumer Experiences unit employed around 50 staff, all of which were made redundant.
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has topped 3 million sales
Game Developer
MARCH 29, 2023
Capcom says the title surpassed that milestone in just two days.
Microsoft's Activision acquisition approved by Japanese regulator
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Japan is the latest market to approve Microsoft's proposed $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The decision was announced in a new statement from the Japan Fair Trade Commission, the regulator responsible for evaluating this deal, its potential impact in Japan, and whether it violates the nation's Anti-Monopoly Act.
GDC 2023 sees attendance of 28,000
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Last week, the Game Developers Conference pulled in more than 28,000 attendees for its second show time since the pandemic. By comparison, in 2022, the show had an attendance of 12,000 people visiting San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center.
Automotive Industry Trends 2023: What Software Developers Need to Know
Perforce
MARCH 29, 2023
The State of Automotive Software Development Report highlights automotive trends 2023 and top concerns among developers.
Australia proposes labeling games with loot boxes M for 15 and over
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Australia has proposed an 18-plus age rating for titles with digital gambling and a mature (15 and up) classification for titles with loot boxes. As reported by Rock Paper Shotgun , the suggested changes to the National Classification Scheme would apply to any game that features gambling, prominent or otherwise.
Thrill-seeking
iHobo
MARCH 29, 2023
Ten Player Motives #5 When we first started conducting surveys into how and why people play games, we discovered that one aspect of the play experience was almost universally loved by our respondents: excitement. The example of Bejeweled shows that this was somewhat misleading, however: yes, everyone enjoys feeling excited, but one person's rollercoaster is another person's vomit-inducing nightmare.
Hardware, Hogwarts push February spending up 6% | US monthly charts
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
The US games industry spending followed up a modestly down January with a modestly up February, according to the latest monthly numbers from Circana (formerly the NPD Group). Total games spending: $4.6 billion (up 6% year-on-year) Software/content spending: $3.9 billion (up 1%) Hardware spending: $495 million (up 68%) Accessories spending: $212 million (up 13%) Total games spending: $8.9 billion (flat year-over-year) Software/content spending: $7.
Subway Future Talent Series to take place at Guild Esports in Shoreditch
Game Development News
MARCH 29, 2023
GDC exploring development of abuse hotline following recent allegations
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox The organisers of GDC have told GamesIndustry.biz they are hoping to set up a hotline for attendees who face abuse and harassment at future events. Earlier this week, the organisers said they "severely condemn" such behaviour following a wave of allegations ranging from spiked drinks to assault during networking events and in attendees' hotels during GDC week.
GDevelop Release Mobile Version
Game From Scratch
MARCH 29, 2023
GameFromScratch.com GDevelop Release Mobile Version The cross platform open source no-code game engine GDevelop just released a mobile version for Android, which frankly is the best mobile game engine I’ve used yet. This release comes at a good time, as there is a Fanatical GDevelop bundle available, which contains 13 months of Gold subscription, that … GDevelop Release Mobile Version Read More The post GDevelop Release Mobile Version appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Sony's objection to Activision sale won't hurt relationship, says Kotick
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 29, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has said that Sony's attempts to stop its $68.7 billion sale will not harm its business partnership with the platform holder. As reported by VGC , Kotick emailed employees his thoughts on the ongoing acquisition deal by Microsoft.
Blender 3.5 Released
Game From Scratch
MARCH 29, 2023
GameFromScratch.com Blender 3.5 Released Blender 3.5 has just been released, the first release of 2023 (Blender 3.4 was released in Dec 2022). In a few short months Blender managed to add or improve upon a ton of features. Highlight features of Blender 3.5 include: Key Links Blender 3.5 Release Notes Download Link We went … Blender 3.5 Released Read More The post Blender 3.5 Released appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
The Latin American Games 2023 Showcase
Game Wisdom
MARCH 29, 2023
The Latin American Games 2023 Showcase Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com width="560" height="314" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" This is an indie showcase covering the demos I check out during the Latin American Games Showcase for 2023. 0:00 Intro 00:29 Super Crane Bug 1:56 Uniduni 3:07 Tiny Witch 4:21 The Bunny Graveyard 5:45 Super Hiking … The post The Latin American Games 2023 Showcase appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Mark Darrah is back on Dragon Age as a consultant. What use does a consultant have on the team that doesn’t involve sensitivity feedback (i.e., that seems low-key sexist, racist, etc)?
Ask a Game Dev
MARCH 29, 2023
I think you may misunderstand the point of a consultant. Generally, a consultant is an expert in some field that a company hires so they can get questions answered. Sometimes that expertise is in things like sensitivity feedback or diversity/equity/inclusivity, but it can also be in any number of fields - corporate efficiency, a specific type of technology, economics, ancient Chinese history, military tactics and equipment, constructed languages, skateboarding physics, or (in Darrah’s case) exte
GTA 5 Keeps Crashing: How to Fix It Permanently
Game Errors
MARCH 29, 2023
Many players of this iconic game recently experienced situations in which GTA 5 keeps crashing. Although this is a decade-old game, some problems are not fully fixed, and it might be difficult to pinpoint precisely the cause for such issues. We compiled a list of steps to take if GTA 5 keeps crashing without error or with one. If crashes are not your only issue and you experience performance issues, learn how to fix GTA 5 stuttering.
The National Videogame Museum has announced an Easter Eggs-travaganza
Game Development News
MARCH 29, 2023
The Last of Us Building Shaders Stuck: Best Solutions
Game Errors
MARCH 29, 2023
If you are having building shaders issues on The Last of Us, you are not alone. After the initial release of this game on PC, many users have had this problem. This article will explain this issue and feature a few possible solutions. Undoubtedly, The Last of Us Part 1 is one of the best-looking games with an excellent story. You will not find a second title similar to this.
Red Bull to host first live UK Fortnite major tournament in Edinburgh
Game Development News
MARCH 29, 2023
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