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.
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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The Importance of Game Localization for Game Developers
Juego Studio
JANUARY 2, 2023
The post The Importance of Game Localization for Game Developers appeared first on Juego Studio.
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Lost in Translation: Navigating the Challenges of Game Localization Testing
iXie gaming
MARCH 24, 2024
And that’s where game localization testing comes in. Localizing your game for the international audience makes it easily acceptable to users across different regions. However, developers must implement measures to navigate the challenges associated with game localization.
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5 Steps to Localize Your Game App for the Global Market
iXie gaming
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
In recent years, with the advent of globalization, it has become a norm for game developers to target multiple markets for their games. To get the best results when targeting foreign markets, analyzing the market potential of your game, while also ensuring that your game is appropriate for the target market is essential.
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Epic Games taps AWS Local Zones for Fortnite’s NA-Central servers
AWS Games
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Starting today, Epic Games will be using AWS Local Zones to support its new NA-Central server region in Fortnite. Epic Games and AWS have worked together for over 10 years and continue to find new ways to leverage the full potential of the cloud,” said Dan Carpenter, Director of the North American Games Segment at AWS.
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A day in the life of a localization project manager
Game Global
MAY 21, 2021
We continue our series of articles about essential roles in the video game localization industry with Gérard Barnaud, a Localization Project Manager at Ubisoft , and speaker at our first Game Global Summit in Warsaw. Gérard shares with us the tasks and challenges of a localization PM, as seen from the buyer’s side.
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How to get started with Unity Game Development – Tips & Tricks from iXie Experts
iXie gaming
AUGUST 17, 2023
Unity, a widely adopted game engine, plays a pivotal role in empowering aspiring game developers in making great gaming experiences, thanks to its user-friendly interface and strong community support. But where does one start with game development on Unity? Because help is just a click away.
My week at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) and what I learned
CG Spectrum
APRIL 3, 2023
The annual Game Developers Conference (GDC) was held last week in San Francisco, boasting 28,000 attendees ! Penny was kind enough to share her experience at GDC and why she believes it's such a valuable event for people looking to break into the games industry. ✌️ Build your community while you build your game dev skills!
MyGames opens creative hub in Abu Dhabi to drive MENA expansion
Game Developer
MAY 22, 2023
The hub will focus on game development, research, localization, and publishing.
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6 Reasons Why Board Game Development is So Iterative
Brand Game Development
MAY 13, 2019
Board game development is notorious for its trial-and-error approach. Experienced designers and developers will tell you that it’s all about iteration. You may create dozens of versions of the same game until you finally find one you’re satisfied with. Need help on your board game?
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How Meta’s Oculus Studios Division reduces game development time and costs with Amazon GameLift
AWS Games
JULY 26, 2023
Advancing the art of virtual reality (VR) storytelling is one the primary objectives of Meta’s Oculus Studios, the division that publishes popular multiplayer games, including “Population One,” “Onward VR,” and “Beat Saber.” While this ensures unique player experiences, it can also present game development and hosting complexities.
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GDC 2023: Trends re-defining the future of game development
AWS Games
MARCH 14, 2023
Based on what we heard, a few themes that are top-of-mind include: cloud-based game development (aka Game Studio in the Cloud), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to help support player community health, content moderation, and AI-driven game development.
Getting Started with Web GL Game Development
iXie gaming
MAY 8, 2023
In this article, we’ll explore the basics of WebGL game development, including its advantages, the tools needed to get started, and some tips for creating engaging and successful games. So buckle up and let’s dive into the exciting world of WebGL game development!
What are game development jobs that most people have not heard of?
Ask a Game Dev
JULY 6, 2023
Localization Manager - the various countries and regions we want to sell our games in all have their own sets of laws, regulations, and cultural norms that should be considered. Localization managers serve to guide localization development to ensure that the game passes regulations and make sense to the audience in those regions.
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Tips that Will Guide You to Build Successful iPad Game Development
Big Games
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
The mobile game industry is challenging at the same time it is the most rewarding industry that has abundant opportunities for the developers. Many of the game development companies have made incredible games, however, there are few games that haven’t made it in the market. . iPad Game Development.
Humor in games: keeping it funny when going global
GamesIndustry.biz
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Rendering short jokes from one language in another, especially for translations between languages from different families (for example, English and Korean), can pose a challenge for game developers and their localization teams. Read more.
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Creating Windies Direct, a beacon for the Caribbean game dev scene
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 28, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox It's important to remember that game development is global as more and more creators work to draw attention to their local scenes. The October 2022 presentation was created by Raccine Malcolm, Zane Francis, Glen Henry, and Graham Reid.
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Google Play bans Luck Be a Landlord in 13 countries
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 21, 2023
Google has banned Luck Be a Landlord from its app store in 13 countries, according to the game's developer. In a blog post , TrampolineTales developer Dan DiIorio shared that Google Play Support told him games that "simulate gambling, or games of chance or skill that are conducive to gambling are prohibited" in a selection of locales.
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From Concept to Success: A Deep Dive Into Our Popular Gaming Solutions
Logic Simplified
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The Impact of Game Engines Our gaming solutions company uses the most popular and powerful game development engines like Unity , Unreal Engine , Godot, Phaser, Construct, Cocos Creator, Babylon JS, and many others, based on the game idea and the requirements of the game development process.
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Johana Riquier: “Gaming as a driver for economic growth in the global south”
PreMortem.Games
MARCH 29, 2023
Innovation and technology According to Riquier there are several ways that gaming has an impact on economic development in the Global South. The games industry itself creates jobs and generates revenues by means of game development, publishing and distribution.
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Solo dev Dmitriy Gusev started his career as a doctor “I needed a drastic change”
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The solo developer worked six years as a doctor before drastically changing his career and going for game development. “I I just love creating games”, he explains. Why did you become a solo developer? Solo game development resembles crafting a narrative, much like writing a book. “To
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5 Alternatives to Kickstarter for Your Board Game
Brand Game Development
MARCH 22, 2021
Yet I want to make it absolutely clear that Kickstarter is not the only, or even necessarily the best, way for indie board game developers to self-publish their work. Need help on your board game? Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. They also sell a lot of board games.
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GamePlay Space shutters after eight years
GamesIndustry.biz
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Non-profit organization co-working space dedicated to games development GamePlay Space has closed its doors after eight years. GamePlay was established by Execution labs, Concordia University, various local institutions, and indie groups.
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Regional Spotlight: Hamburg
Game Development News
AUGUST 18, 2023
What’s it like to make games in Europe’s biggest non-capital city in Europe’s largest games market? Richie Shoemaker quizzed three local studios in the hope of finding out
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6 Best Console Game Testing Practices to Wow Your Players
iXie gaming
OCTOBER 10, 2023
And what are some top console game testing practices to “wow” your players and create a polished gaming experience? Why is Console Game Testing Important? Like software testing, console game testing plays a crucial role in the game development process. Let’s find out.
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Navigating the Switch: A Comprehensive Guide to Testing Nintendo Switch Games
iXie gaming
MAY 3, 2024
Preparing for Testing Before you start testing your Nintendo Switch game, it’s crucial to set up the required infrastructure. This includes acquiring the hardware, such as the Nintendo Switch console, controllers, and other peripherals needed for specific games. This makes it difficult and costly to identify and fix issues in the game.
Daniel Macharia’s bold leap from banking to video games
PreMortem.Games
DECEMBER 11, 2023
He decided to leave his career in banking for video game development a month before his 25th birthday. His journey took an exciting turn when he landed a full sponsorship from the French Embassy in Kenya to visit Rubika, a leading school for Video Games, 2D/3D Animation, and Design in France.
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The Best 3D Art Outsourcing Studios in the Industry
iXie gaming
JANUARY 11, 2023
It specializes in game development. . iXie initially focused solely on game QA and specialized QA but recently the studio broadened its area of expertise to include game localization, art production, and 3D services. . Specialties: – Tech and Art Outsourcing, Game Development, and Game Training.
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Sonic 3 makes a fine holiday tradition | Why I Love
GamesIndustry.biz
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Why I Love is a series of guest editorials on GamesIndustry.biz intended to showcase the ways in which game developers appreciate each other's work. The local church blessed us by donating a Sega Mega Drive and it came with Sonic 3. Read more.
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Norsfell builds ‘Tribes of Midgard’ Viking empire with Amazon GameLift
AWS Games
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Independent game development studio, Norsfell , was founded in 2013 to forge new genres that bring people together. Now approaching its 10th anniversary, Norsfell has grown from a small startup developing mobile games into a studio with nearly 40 team members who helped launch the award-winning multi-platform game, “ Tribes of Midgard.”
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6 Ways to Find Play-Testers for Your New Board Game
Brand Game Development
APRIL 27, 2020
” Need help on your board game? Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Before you ask people to play-test your game, bear in mind the following advice. Two groups that come to mind are the Tabletop Game Playtesters Guild and Card & Board Game Designers Guild.
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From Buckles to Games: The Journey of Rex Bowden and Africa Games Week
PreMortem.Games
MARCH 6, 2024
Bowden proposed taking African game developers overseas with government funding, to which Hall enthusiastically agreed. ” Hall embraced Bowden’s ideas, and with the right timing and support, they launched Africa Games Week. So that opened my mind.”
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5 Benefits of Cloud Gaming
Logic Simplified
JANUARY 14, 2024
While there are challenges, Cloud Technology in Gaming is continuing to evolve and gain attraction due to advancements in technology and improvements in internet and communication infrastructure. Further mentioned are the major benefits of Cloud Gaming - 1. Reduced Cost Another major benefit of Cloud Gaming is the reduced cost.
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2+ MILLION DOWNLOADS: MMO strategy game porting results
Moonmana
JULY 26, 2022
Pirates of Everseas game porting from Windows to MacOS case study. Porting video games is one of the most valuable components of game development that helps to widen the borders due to flexibility and cross-platform functionality. Why did we decide to port this game? It is localized in 21 languages.
Looking ahead after one year of Shueisha Games: “searching for unicorns”
PreMortem.Games
JUNE 5, 2023
Unique collaborations Shueisha Games offers a comprehensive suite of services typically provided by game publishers. They finance game development, provide marketing assistance, perform quality assurance, localize content, negotiate platform deals and handle the publishing process.
8 Key Factors to Ensure Flawless Nintendo Testing
iXie gaming
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Nintendo, a household name in the gaming world, has a long-standing tradition of delivering high-quality, immersive gaming experiences to its fans. Thorough testing is a crucial part of the game development process to achieve this level of excellence. But what does Nintendo game testing entail?
7 Game Testing Techniques You Must Master to Achieve Infallible Console Games
iXie gaming
AUGUST 8, 2023
Game lovers can agree that the quality of a gaming application is the most exciting thing about a game setup. Game QA is an integral part of game development which ensures that the end products of console games are safeguarded against glitches.
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Call for Papers: Game Global Summit: Berlin, July 11, 2022
Game Global
APRIL 14, 2022
After two years of successful online events, Game Global is currently building the program for its next in-person summit. Game Global events are open to game developers, publishers, service providers, and any other stakeholders related to the video game industry. Submit your proposal for a workshop!
How I Transitioned my Career Into the Game Dev Industry in my Mid-30s
DameDev.tv
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
I told people I wanted to become a video game developer. " "Video-game developer jobs are rare." " Yes, back then the video game industry was far more niche than it is today. ." " Yes, back then the video game industry was far more niche than it is today. "is this it?
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The Top Game Test Automation Tools You Need to Know About
iXie gaming
DECEMBER 9, 2023
In fact, manually testing modern games can be time-consuming, delaying the release cycle. These games have high-quality visuals, animations, and sounds, which renders 100% manual testing infeasible. This has resulted in a new game development trend – test automation.
Building Lifelike Digital Avatars with NVIDIA ACE Microservices
Nvidia
JANUARY 8, 2024
Generative AI technologies are revolutionizing how games are produced and played. Game developers are exploring how these technologies can accelerate their. Generative AI technologies are revolutionizing how games are produced and played.
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Ten highlights from Nordic Game this Week
Game Daily
MAY 21, 2023
AI Development Concerns The first talk is by Andre Schenini Moreira (managing partner, FMA Legal), and it addresses a matter that’s top of mind for game developers and publishers right now – artificial intelligence.
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QXR Studios accelerates game testing and development with Amazon GameLift Anywhere
AWS Games
JUNE 13, 2023
It’s solid tech, so we didn’t worry about the infrastructure breaking,” noted QXR Studios co-founder Graeme Devine, whose development career began when computers were programmed with punch cards. “It Devine employs the solution to monitor gameplay traffic on a local workstation for debugging.
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