Opinion: How will Project 2025 impact game developers?
Game Developer
JULY 18, 2024
The Heritage Foundation's manifesto for the possible next administration could do great harm to many, including large portions of the game development community.
The ascent of Indian video game development
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.
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Unity sees WebGPU as a growing market for game development
Game Developer
APRIL 2, 2024
According to Unity, games that can be played "instantly" present new possibilities for game developers.
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Why do game developers love mechs?
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Game developers weigh in on the "utter perfection" of giant mechanical robots.
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Germany creates €100M subsidy to fund its game developers
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.
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Forecasting work in video game development
Game Developer
JANUARY 18, 2024
Peter Willington, Production Director at Auroch Digital shares insight into how game developers can predict the future with correct forecasting techniques.
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The Rise of Generative AI in Revolutionizing Game Development
Game Developer
JUNE 18, 2024
In this article, we'll explore the impact of generative AI on game development, the challenges it presents, and how developers can leverage automation tools to navigate this new frontier.
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Approximately one third of game developers were affected by layoffs last year
Game Developer
JANUARY 22, 2024
According to the GDC 2024 State of the Game Industry report, about a third of game developers were affected by a layoff in 2023.
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Xbox expands Research division to collaborate with game developers
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
A new program within the Xbox Research division allows developers to give the console maker feedback and help it improve in key areas.
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Balancing creativity and deadlines in game development
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The article offers a framework for managers to balance creativity and deadlines, ensuring the timely delivery of a great game.
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The best game development software
Game Developer
JUNE 9, 2023
Our resources for free and low cost game development software, from game engines to art tools and tutorials, and more.
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Game Developer's Best of 2022: The top game developers of the year
Game Developer
DECEMBER 21, 2022
From developers in Ukraine to Poncle, Naughty Dog and Second Dinner, these are our picks for game developers of the year.
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The best low cost game development tools
Game Developer
MAY 24, 2023
From RPG Maker to PICO-8, here are a few of the best low-cost game development tools available.
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Game Developer's 2023 Wrap-Up: Justin Carter's top five games
Game Developer
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Game Developer's contributing editor Justin Carter reveals his top five games of 2023.
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TRY AGAIN: How frustrations with game development lead to a platformer about game development frustrations
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
TRY AGAIN developer Adam Morina talks about how their own frustrations coming up with a game concept would lead to a game about those very frustrations.
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UX Research in game development: an essential explainer
Game Developer
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
During game development, we’re a little in the dark about how players might experience and respond. That’s where UX research comes into play.
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Manitoba is Canada’s Hidden Gem for Video Game Development
PreMortem.Games
MAY 30, 2024
Plus the local government is also working emphatically to put Manitoba on the map as an ideal location for game companies. The province is renowned for its collaborative video game development community, where established companies lend a helping hand to newcomers.
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On the unionization frontlines with Autumn Mitchell, Emma Kinema and Chris Lusco: Game Developer Podcast Ep. 45
Game Developer
JULY 26, 2024
It's been a huge week for game industry unions. We chat with three people from the frontlines of those efforts today on the Game Developer podcast.
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Smash director Sakurai says he is "semi-retired" from game development
Game Developer
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Sakurai's time at Nintendo and game development may be winding down.
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Virtuos acquires British indie game developer Third Kind Games
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 20, 2024
Virtuos has acquired British indie game developer, Third Kind Games. Virtuos says the acquisition will enhance its "AAA co-development capabilities and establish a new foothold for Virtuos in the UK."
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If Hollywood adapts more games, developers deserve a cut
Game Developer
JANUARY 19, 2024
The 2024 GDC State of the Industry report indicates one quarter of triple-A developers are seeing their games adapted for film or television. Will the workers reap the rewards?
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Unlocking Portugal's game development industry
GamesIndustry.biz
APRIL 2, 2024
The Portuguese games industry had a big presence at GDC last month, with over 50 delegates from 20 companies attending, 14 companies represented in the country's pavilion (its first ever at the event), and a reception organised at the Consulate General of Portugal welcoming over 100 attendees.
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Exploring the 2024 State of the Game Industry report - Game Developer Podcast ep. 39
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Game Developer, Omdia, and GDC staff discuss the State of the Game Industry 2024 survey, hitting on layoffs, unionization, game engine changes, and much more.
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She Got Game on cultivating a thriving environment for female game developers
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
“As I travel across Africa creating games, there’s something everyone seems to agree on…” says Bethlehem Anteneh , a trained architect, co-founder of SOSTLab and the moderator of the She Got Game panel at Africa Games Week (AGW). Think of a bar where 90% of the people are men.
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Dorothy Orina left engineering behind to pursue game development at Maliyo Games
PreMortem.Games
APRIL 3, 2024
Although she enjoyed her time in Turkey and her engineering studies, she decided to leave both behind to pursue her passion for game development. Today she works at Maliyo Games, based in Lagos, Nigeria. I enjoyed the thrill of playing games with friends and family. My favorite is Kenya at 50.
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Exploring the challenges of AI-generated art in game development
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 20, 2024
Speaking at Devcom today, Red Meat Games creative content strategist Judy Ehrentraut discussed the importance of ethically training generative AI models, and how certain tools can be utilised during game development. "AI
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Game Developer's Best of 2022: Chris Kerr's top five games
Game Developer
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Here's what caught (and held) the attention of Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr during 2022.
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Game Developer's 2023 Wrap-Up: The best games of the year
Game Developer
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Find out why Alan Wake 2, Hi-Fi Rush, and Humanity were all among the best games we played in 2023.
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Survey reveals devs consider genAI double-edged sword in game development
Game Developer
AUGUST 19, 2024
Those surveyed believe the controversial technology may make games cost less, but that may also come at the expense of overall quality.
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Top Unreal Game Development Companies in 2024
Logic Simplified
APRIL 1, 2024
Looking for a Real Unreal Game Development Company? The potential for building epic games on Unreal by game app developers and creators across industries has increased. The potential for building epic games on Unreal by game app developers and creators across industries has increased.
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How to effectively lead leaders in game development
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 1, 2024
At Develop Brighton last month, Criterion general manager Charity Joy gave a talk on the art of leading people who are themselves managing other leaders, sharing the tools she's picked up along the way in her career in game development.
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Hasbro's $1 billion bet on internal game development
GamesIndustry.biz
APRIL 30, 2024
Last year was a massive one for Hasbro's video game business, with Monopoly Go and Baldur's Gate 3 providing the toy maker with two of its biggest hits in games to date. But those games were licensing deals, externally developed by Scopely and Larian Studios, respectively. Read more
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Game Developer's 2023 Wrap-Up: Holly Green's top five games
Game Developer
DECEMBER 28, 2023
From Dave the Diver to Dredge to Baldur's Gate 3, these are the Games community editorial coordinator Holly Green couldn't put down this year.
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How nDreams became one of the biggest VR game developers in the world
Game Developer
JULY 13, 2023
nDreams is the world's largest virtual reality game developer outside of Meta and Sony. Here's how the studio has managed to grow in a still-burgeoning market.
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Group photo: The editors of Game Developer discuss their favorite photo modes
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
As we close out Photography Week, let's talk about some of our favorite photo modes and how they've enhanced our playing experience.
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Discord Launch Game Development SDK
Game From Scratch
MARCH 18, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Discord Launch Game Development SDK Today at GDC Discord (check out our server here) announced they are moving into the world of game development, or more specifically game hosting, with the launch of the Embedded App SDK.
Advanced PC game development techniques & technologies
Juego Studio
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
As developers strive to push the boundaries of immersive gameplay, innovative techniques are emerging that offer unprecedented levels of realism, interactivity, and player engagement.
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Game Developer's 2023 Wrap-Up: 10 Must-Read Deep Dives
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DECEMBER 18, 2023
This year, our deep dives and postmortems reflected not only the modern games that affect our current lives but also delved into game history and beyond.
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Jussi Kemppainen is exploring AI-assisted game development with Echoes of Somewhere
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 30, 2023
With the discussions over the use of AI in game development raging on, Jussi-Petteri Kemppainen , Lead VFX Artist at Mainframe Industries and founder of Dinosaurs Are Better , spends his spare time to see what all the fuss really is about. AI affects game design The project’s trajectory shifted with the integration of AI tools.
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Embracer rolls out new AI policy to 'massively enhance game development'
Game Developer
JUNE 20, 2024
The company claims shunning AI models will lead to it being 'outrun' by its competitors.
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The complete introduction to Unity game development
Game Developer
JULY 5, 2023
Here's how to get started with the Unity game engine, from installation to familiarizing yourself with the interface, how to start scripting, and more.
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UK Games Fund grants £3 million to 22 'rising' game developers
Game Developer
APRIL 17, 2024
The multi-million pound funding will go towards startup studios whose projecs have the potential to be 'the next best-selling, BAFTA-winning titles.'
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Using ImGui for Game Development
That One Game Dev
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
The post Using ImGui for Game Development appeared first on That One Game Dev. In this article you will learn more about what ImGui is and why you should use it in your next project.
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Embracer says it spends more money on platforms than game development
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
CEO Lars Wingefors thinks revenue programs like Epic Games' First Run program can help developers reduce the cost of bringing their games to storefronts.
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