Indie dev Serene Questworks accused of replacing game's cast with AI voices
Game Developer
MARCH 11, 2025
Generative AI is becoming more prevalent in games, and not every developer is completely honest about their intentions with it.
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Noesis Studio Beta Released
Game From Scratch
MARCH 13, 2025
GameFromScratch.com Noesis Studio Beta Released Noesis, the creators of the Noesis GUI (learn more here) have just released a completely new and free game UI design application called Noesis GUI Studio. This application replaces Microsoft Expressions Blend and provides all of the functionality to design and implement stunning and fully functional game UIs.
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Split Fiction sells 1 million copies in two days
Game Developer
MARCH 10, 2025
Hazelight's newest co-op adventure is hitting big and has the numbers to show for it.
Fruit Ninja-creator Luke Muscat on the highs and lows of solo development “I’m just super motivated”
PreMortem.Games
MARCH 10, 2025
Luke Muscat is no stranger to success in the mobile gaming world. As the creative mind behind Jetpack Joyride and Fruit Ninja , he helped define an era of pick-up-and-play hits. But after more than a decade leading teams at three different companies, Muscat felt his personal growth stagnating. I didnt feel like I was learning that much with each new game, he says.
Some Scattered Thoughts About Hades
The Bottom Feeder
MARCH 12, 2025
Welcome back my friends to the show that never ends. I finally got around to playing Hades, the megahit roguelike from Supergiant Games. It did well enough over long enough to get a sequel, but I'm still writing about the old original one. It takes me a long time to build up the energy to pour in the number of hours a game like this requires. It's a 2020-vintage roguelike, which means: A bunch of rooms with fights.
How Istanbul Became the New Capital of Mobile Gaming – And Where It’s Headed Next
Deconstructor of Fun
MARCH 10, 2025
Written by Michail Katkoff , founder of Deconstructor of Fun, a games industry veteran of 15 years, who's no stranger to hammams, pide and late-night kebabs around Taksim. Trkiye has rapidly established itself as one of the world's most dynamic mobile gaming hubs. With a strong talent pool, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a track record of success, the country is now the second-largest gaming hub in EMEA after the UK.
Build High-Performance Unreal Engine Studios with Remāngu 2.0 and AWS
AWS Games
MARCH 11, 2025
This blog is co-written by Stepan Kaiser, CEO of Remngu and Jan Sechovec, CTO of Remngu. Game studios, with geographically distributed teams, are challenged with creating and delivering innovative, increasingly complex, games across multiple platforms, on time and on budget. The Remngu 2.0 platform is addressing these challenges head-on with its comprehensive cloud-native game development environment built on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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Do you think the projects that you shipped as a indie developer have the same impact as the ones you worked on at game studios when applying for jobs?
Ask a Game Dev
MARCH 7, 2025
What matters the most to hiring managers is the kind of experience a candidate has. Hiring managers have a specific set of tasks they're looking to hire someone to do for them. At an indie studio, they are probably looking for a broad set of experience, someone able to field many different types of tasks. At the typical AAA studio, they're probably hiring for expertise in a specific field - somebody who's an expert at AI, or procedural content generation, or in-game economies.
Release candidate: Godot 4.4.1 RC 1
Mircosoft Game Dev
MARCH 14, 2025
We released Godot 4.4 last week and we are delighted to see the reception, with so many users upgrading to it on day 1 and sharing their favorite new changes on social media! If you havent seen the 4.4 release page , its well worth a read! Since then, weve started the development phase for Godot 4.5 at full speed, but we also put our main focus on fixing remaining and newly reported regressions that affect users who upgraded to 4.4.
Respawn lays off staff, cancels another unannounced game
Game Developer
MARCH 7, 2025
The alleged project was said to be developed by the same team behind Respawn's scrapped first-person Star Wars game.
AWS to showcase tools for breakthrough gaming experiences at GDC 2025
AWS Games
MARCH 13, 2025
Experience first-hand how Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Games helps build breakthrough gaming experiences at the Game Developers Conference (GDC), March 17-21, 2025 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. Visit the demo-packed AWS booth (#S927): Engage with purpose-built solutions from AWS that span the entire game development lifecycle. Get hands-on within our Games Showcase area and stream games built on the new AWS game streaming capability, Amazon GameLift Streams.
Five New 3D Asset Bundles – Unreal Unity and Godot
Game From Scratch
MARCH 8, 2025
GameFromScratch.com Five New 3D Asset Bundles – Unreal Unity and Godot Leartes Studios have just launched not one, nor two but FIVE huge 3D asset bundles over on Gumroad. There are 3 “Super Nova” bundles, one each for Unreal Engine, Godot Engine and the Unity game engine. There are also two “Hyper Nova” bundles available, one for Unreal Engine and one The post Five New 3D Asset Bundles – Unreal Unity and Godot appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
What are some signs that a layoff is coming? I recently joined and the game that I’m working on is being developed for years and has been delayed several times. We have a important release date coming up and on our recently tests we found a lot of bugs and some things just break the game, making it unplayable. People around here are already talking about delaying it again, but then we would miss the date which IMO would be the death of the game. Should I be already looking for a new job?
Ask a Game Dev
MARCH 12, 2025
This is a very good question. Unfortunately, there isn't really a good answer for this because those of us on the ground aren't privy to the meetings or decision-making process where such things are decided. I have no super accurate formula for you, because we're almost always operating on incomplete data. The best I can offer is a general approach that I've internalized over time that has served me well.
Every Variation You Should Know About 5 Card Charlie
Game Wisdom
MARCH 14, 2025
Every Variation You Should Know About 5 Card Charlie Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com Blackjack has stood the test of time, with roots tracing back to the 1600s in Europe. By the early 1800s, it had found its way to the United States, though some history books had placed its arrival around the 1930s. … The post Every Variation You Should Know About 5 Card Charlie appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Playdead co-founder Dino Patti claims fellow co-founder keeps legally threatening him
Game Developer
MARCH 7, 2025
Patti called on his former friend to stop bullying him and accept that he can't 'rewrite the past just because of a bad breakup.
6 lessons game developers can learn from Epic Games’ cloud governance strategy
AWS Games
MARCH 12, 2025
This blog is co-written by Reza Nikoopour, Principal Engineer, Cloud Governance at Epic Games. For game studios large and small, a smart cloud governance strategy can go a long way in reducing costs and increasing security for a live service game. Following are a few key learnings from Epic Games work with Amazon Web Services (AWS) that game developers should consider when developing a cloud governance strategy.
Fab March 2025 Free Asset Giveaway [Mar 11-Mar 25]
Game From Scratch
MARCH 11, 2025
GameFromScratch.com Fab March 2025 Free Asset Giveaway [Mar 11-Mar 25] Every other Tuesday we get anUnreal EngineFab marketplace giveaway and this Tuesday is no exception. You can get three free game development assets during the next two weeks, all of the assets work in Unreal natively. If you are using a different game engine or tool we have guides below The post Fab March 2025 Free Asset Giveaway [Mar 11-Mar 25] appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Inside the Skillz Developer Accelerator: Why $75M is Up for Grabs for Game Studios
Deconstructor of Fun
MARCH 13, 2025
Written by Michail Katkoff , founder of Deconstructor of Fun and a games industry veteran with 15 years of experience in building, operating, and scaling games and game companies. The gaming industry is no stranger to ambitious bets, but few are as bold as Skillzs $75 million Developer Accelerator. Under the leadership of co-founder and CEO Andrew Paradise, Skillz is making a high-stakes play to redefine the competitive gaming landscape.
It is been predicted by many economists we are heading to a recession. From your writings it sounds like you were a game dev during the 2008 recession, any suggestions on how to weather the storm as a game dev?
Ask a Game Dev
MARCH 13, 2025
The best advice I got in tough times was "broaden your search". The second-best advice I got was "use your network if you can". There are jobs to be had that are gaming-adjacent and gaming-related that I found I could do. I, like many, ended up working outside of traditional video game development for a brief period of time. That might be casino games, mobile games, simulation, training work, user experience design, or something else entirely.
Skullgirls dev Hidden Variable sues Autumn Games, alleges $1.2M in unpaid work
Game Developer
MARCH 7, 2025
Hidden Variable claims Autumn Games 'failed and/or refused' to pay for its contract work on Skullgirls Mobile and Skullgirls 2nd Encore.
VR & AI – The Future of Gaming?
Played with Fire
MARCH 12, 2025
The gaming industry is evolving at a rapid pace, with cutting-edge technologies like Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) playing a crucial role in shaping its future. VR & AI The Future of Gaming? This question intrigues both gamers and developers as these advancements promise more immersive, intelligent, and interactive gaming experiences.
RPG Maker Beyond Expectations Bundle
Game From Scratch
MARCH 12, 2025
GameFromScratch.com RPG Maker Beyond Expectations Bundle There is a new bundle of interest to game developers, the RPG Maker Beyond Expectations Bundle. This bundle contains a collection of Gotcha Gotcha Games game engines including RPG Maker MV, Pixel Game Maker and for the first time in a bundle, the Unity version of GameMaker, RPG Maker Unite. The post RPG Maker Beyond Expectations Bundle appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Feeling frisky tonight, fellas?
The Art of the Game
MARCH 13, 2025
There’s a scene in ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ when Eddie Valiant pulls out his Toon Town revolver case and the bullets inside remark how Eddie’s been absent for 5 years and ask where he’s been. “Drunk.” he replies. I just realized that I haven’t made an entry in months and while I can’t claim Eddie Valiant’s excuse; I haven’t exactly been in the best of places.
Women In Game Dev: Celebrating the History of ARPG Kristala ✨
Astral Clock Tower Studios
MARCH 12, 2025
Hello there, our dearest of Travelers!As you likely already know, March is Women's History Month! And as a women-led game studio, we're celebrating by taking a look back at our own history as we reminisce on the epic journey we started nearly seven years ago.If you're new to our wonderful communitywelcome!you may not know that we've been working hard since 2018 to bring Kristala to life.
Encouraging player creativity in Caves of Qud
Game Developer
MARCH 13, 2025
'.a good setting is like a wet sponge. It gives with another squeeze: there's something in its network of symbols that benefits or enriches from thinking through at another angle.
Scopely acquires Pokémon Go developer Niantic in deal worth $3.5bn
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 12, 2025
Pokémon Go developer Niantic has agreed to be acquired by Savvy Games Group subsidiary Scopely.
Godot Major XR Updates
Game From Scratch
MARCH 7, 2025
GameFromScratch.com Godot Major XR Updates Following on the heels of the Godot 4.4 release we have another update for Godot, specifically the Godot XR February update. The key part of this update is the addition of the Meta Toolkit Extension maintained by W4 Games and sponsored by Meta. Details of the Meta Toolkit: Key Links The post Godot Major XR Updates appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
How open are hiring managers in the game industry about what they are specific requirements they are looking for? In my industry I often find them looking for a generic position without listing what specialized task they are specifically looking for. Any suggestions on how to handle unclear hiring criteria?
Ask a Game Dev
MARCH 10, 2025
We're usually pretty clear about what we're looking for when we're hiring. Between the title, qualifications, and desirable skill list, a candidate should be able to get a good idea of what the job's roles and responsibilities are. Some job descriptions are more detailed than others, but those in the field should be able to pick out the relevant skills and things.
Best Next Fest Demos Part 8
Game Wisdom
MARCH 7, 2025
Best Next Fest Demos Part 8 Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com width="560" height="314" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" The latest part of my coverage of next fest 2025 February edition. 00:00 Intro 00:15 Vilde 1:08 Mountain Boy 1:55 Grand Shooter 3:14 Ghost Hand 4:18 Mecha Knights Legends 5:35 Kejora 7:03 Tilemancer Dungeon … The post Best Next Fest Demos Part 8 appeared first on Game Wisdom.
The surprising origins and alien inspirations of Extreme Evolution: Drive to Divinity
Game Developer
MARCH 10, 2025
"My goal is to create an environment that you haven't seen before.
French Supreme Court rules in favour of Nintendo against site hosting pirated copies of its games
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 7, 2025
Nintendo has won a long-running legal battle against French sharehosting operator Dstorage.
Colyseus 0.16 Updates
Cocos
MARCH 7, 2025
Hi there, Im excited to share a new version of Colyseus (0.16) has been released, as well as the SDK and the Cocos Store [link] The documentation has been dramatically improved! [link] We have a brand new Showreel video with games released last year Colyseus Reel 2025_ See how to migrate to version 0.16 Would love to hear some feedback - appreciate if whos already using Colyseus could leave a fair review, the only one there doesnt represent (?
Release of Greenhouse of Blood II
Indie DB
MARCH 8, 2025
Restoring a 1999 2D RTS that works with the concept of "reverse tower defense"
How to Make Online Casinos More Immersive
Game Wisdom
MARCH 13, 2025
How to Make Online Casinos More Immersive Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com There are major differences between betting online and in land-based casinos, but the divide is beginning to narrow as online operators strive to offer a more immersive experience. Both options have their pros and cons, and neither will be able … The post How to Make Online Casinos More Immersive appeared first on Game Wisdom.
Feedback and experimentation: the foundations of Ghostrunner 2
Game Developer
MARCH 10, 2025
Ghostrunner 2 was a challenge, and not just for players. One More Level shares their journey of crafting a sequel to a successful game.
Shocking success: Understanding a new era of horror with Blumhouse Games | Playable Futures
GamesIndustry.biz
MARCH 7, 2025
This series of Playable Futures articles considers how the design, technology, people, and theory of video games are informing and influencing the wider world.
10 Steps API Testing Checklist in 2025 - QASource Guide
Rocket Brush Studio
MARCH 7, 2025
An effective API testing checklist includes verifying functionality, security, performance, and error handling. QASource follows structured testing practices to detect issues early, improve reliability, and ensure smooth integration across applications.
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