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Must-have tools and libraries for indie game developers in 2024

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Thanks to the constant development of technology and an ever-growing set of powerful tools, indie developers can create games that rival those made by big studios. If you're an indie developer looking to take your project to the next level, here's your essential toolkit for 2024.

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Developer survey reveals surge in 'underperforming' studios in 2024

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2024-2025's third quarter was rough on participating developers, but most think things will even out for Q4.

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If Hollywood adapts more games, developers deserve a cut

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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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Approximately one third of game developers were affected by layoffs last year

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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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Studio Wildcard says layoff of 6 developers 'will not impact development schedule'

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Ark: Survival Evolved developer says it "reduced" the roles of 6 employees, and that it does not anticipate any further layoffs in 2024.

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Exploring the 2024 State of the Game Industry report - Game Developer Podcast ep. 39

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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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Baldur's Gate 3 sweeps Game Developers Choice Awards 2024

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