Game Developer
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
We briefly cover how AI tech and law intersect with generative AI in video games, starting with a survey of issues related to the right of publicity, intellectual property (“IP”), and privacy.
PreMortem.Games
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Tiny Baby Crown is a name that paints a picture of growth and graceful innocence. Inside this special South African studio run by all-female creators, you’ll find Makhoba (Khadija) Kamogelo , also known as Kamo. A community manager and new game designer. She prides herself in creating a tribe around the award-winning studio’s title Dungeon Crawler.
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GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
The PlayStation Portal, which launched on November 15, has already sold out in the UK and the US. As noted by Eurogamer , it seems as though scalpers may have hoarded some of the supply as there are already listings for the device (which retails at £199) on Ebay for between £200 t0 £290, with some reaching over £300. The UK PlayStation Direct store says the PlayStation Portal is "currently unavailable" and to check back for more information on November 22, while the US store
Unity Blog
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Announcing the new Shader Graph Node Reference Samples – a set of samples, examples, and reference assets that help new Shader Graph users learn faster and enable advanced users to gain a deeper understanding of the tool.
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Indian video game development seems to be displaying more and more potential and exposure; we spoke to three different developers based in India about their current projects and their own experiences.
PreMortem.Games
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
For some, the idea of developing a game alone is daunting. Yet, for indie dev Almar, it offered an escape from the corporate rat race he felt trapped in. “Sadly, the reality of the business showed me that the type of games that pay the rent weren’t the type of experiences I wanted to create”, he says. After a five-year hiatus from game development, he returned as a solo developer to create his debut game Repunk.
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Game Development News
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
This year’s 30 Under 30, where we put the spotlight on the best and brightest young talent in the industry that the industry has to offer - MCV/DEVELOP
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Over the next several years, Germany plans to properly support its local game development scene and increase its cultural footprint in the country.
PreMortem.Games
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Ascent of Ashes , the upcoming colony sim by Vivid Storm Interactive , has been delayed to early next year. While addressing player feedback certainly plays a role in the delay, the migration from Unity to Godot is an even more significant factor. “Godot doesn’t feel quite as chaotic as Unity did at times.” German indie developer Vivid Storm Interactive is a three person team that started when they launched a Kickstarter campaign for Ascent of Ashes in 2021.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Sega of America has been accused of attempting to lay off staff in response to their bargaining efforts. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) filed an unfair labour practice on behalf of the Allied Employees Guild Improving Sega (AEGIS) after Sega reportedly proposed a plan to "phase out" temporary workers by February 2024 and outsource roles to Europe and Japan.
Filmustage
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
? From November 16 to December 1 , 2023 , Filmustage presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: a lifetime subscription to the Amazing Studio Plan for a one-time fee of just $299!!! ? Compared to the standard rate of $59/month , this deal is not just a saving – it's an investment in your legacy. Because "a man who doesn't spend money wisely, will never be rich".
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Like the previous Amazon layoffs earlier in the year, the company's newest cuts affect the Crown Channel and Game Growth teams in its game division.
Unity Blog
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The Unite 2023 Keynote features developers sharing stories and games, new product demos, and updates about support for developers.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Persona developer Atlus will raise the average annual salary of its employees by 15% in April 2024. As reported by Game Developer , the starting salary for new graduates will increase from ¥257,000 ($1,708) to ¥300,000 ($1,993). The developer will also be paying performance bonuses based on the profit it's generated globally.
OPM Jobs
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Let’s chat about job search anxiety. Maybe you’ve been crushing it at a studio for what feels like an eternity, but suddenly, the game loses its sparkle. Maybe you’ve been struggling after being hit with redundancy or have simply outgrown your current level, leaving you feeling stuck in a rut. The thought of exploring new opportunities might seem daunting.
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The company indicated it will continue making layoffs despite quarterly net sales rising by 13 percent to $170.5 million.
Unity Blog
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Unveiled at Unite, discover the latest Tech Stream (2023.2) for early access to explore the latest and newest Unity engine features.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox It’s hard not to feel cynical about the state of the games business this year. On one hand, it has been a banner year for games; from much-anticipated sequels to note-perfect remakes and smart, innovative indie titles, the year has been filled end to end with critical darlings and commercial success.
Rocket Brush Studio
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Voice recognition and voice assistants have become central to the software as a service (SaaS) industry, changing how we interact with SaaS and promising benefits for businesses and users alike. But if you plan to offer a voice assistant or other voice recognition tool, it’s important to thoroughly test your offering before bringing it to market.
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The Open Source Hair Library and Dove made a free guide for developers looking to implement more Black hairstyles.
Game Daily
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Ambitious multiverse and Web3 project Avalon’s first trailer dropped yesterday, as well as details of the experienced development team’s plans for the game. The Avalon team is led by chief product officer Jeffrey Butler, one of the original producers for EverQuest and its first expansions, alongside Sean Pinnock, formerly CEO of virtual reality gaming company CyberDream, best known for Virtual Battlegrounds.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
This Week in Business is our weekly recap column , a collection of stats and quotes from recent stories presented with a dash of opinion (sometimes more than a dash) and intended to shed light on various trends. Check every Friday for a new entry. The end of the year is coming up over the horizon, and that means it's about time to start reflecting on the year that was.
Indie DB
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
The new Marmolada map is now out and available for everyone! The snowy mountain top and beautiful glacial trenches will surely make this a one of a kind experience in Isonzo! Included as well are 3 new weapons and cosmetic (paid) DLC!
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
During his time at Blizzard, Didier drew art for nearly all of the studio's games, and famously created the Pandaren race for World of Warcraft.
Logic Simplified
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
This year, Evon Technologies Pvt. Ltd. and Logic Simplified celebrated Diwali together in style at the Grand Hyatt Regency, Dehradun , on the 4th of November. The evening was memorable for myriad reasons - dazzling stage performances by colleagues, a motivating company presentation with a significant announcement and of course, the overall feeling of joy at being a part of this celebration.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Embracer has released its latest financial results, as well as an update on the restructuring programme that has led to mass layoffs and various studio closures. For the three months ended September 30, the company reported net sales had risen 13% year-on-year to SEK 10.8 billion ($1 billion).
Game From Scratch
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Currently available in release candidate form, if all things go according to plan on November 14th Blender 4.0 should be released. Just a mere five months after the release of Blender 3.6 the Blender 4 release is packed with new features. In the video below we highlight some of the … Blender 4.
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Unity is adjusting its naming convention for future versions of the software and rolling out public access to its generative AI tools.
Unity Blog
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
For 2024, Unity will award a total of $500,000 USD across multiple projects, including one grant in collaboration with Jewel.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Due to a technical situation at the charts company, we are using GfK data for physical game sales this month. 1.6 million digital games were sold in the UK during October (GSD data), a drop of 24% over the year before. Meanwhile, GfK data shows that physical game sales are up slighty (+8%) to 1.08 million games sold.
Perforce
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
The industrial metaverse might seem like something from an advanced, sci-fi universe far in the future, but the building blocks of this concept are already present and functioning today.
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Digital Bros' next move is to focus less on big-scale projects and more on established franchises and re-releases of already popular games.
Jesper Juul
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
20th Anniversary notes on The Game, the Player, the World: Looking for a Heart of Gameness. Written November 2023. What is a Game? What is a game? Early in my career, people wanted to know, but should I try to respond? In The Game, the Player, the World: Looking for a Heart of Gameness I tried to give an answer that was attentive to the ways we use the word “game”, open to change, and useful for generating new kinds of games.
GamesIndustry.biz
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Naughty Dog's co-president and head of creative Neil Druckmann will receive the Andrew Yoon Legend Award at the 13th annual New York Game Awards. The Andrew Yoon Legend Award acknowledges those who have shaped the games industry, with past winners including Phil Spencer , Tim Schafer , Hideo Kojima, Jerry Lawson, Reggie Fils-Aimé, Jade Raymond, Todd Howard, and Richard Garriott.
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