Stellar Blade dev Shift Up eyes PC port and sequel in studio growth plans
Game Developer
MAY 20, 2024
Shift Up wants to build Stellar Blade into a franchise as it actively begins to start up a new project to become a hopeful cross-platform giant.
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Scopely adds Riot Games alum Mike Seavers as SVP for technology
Game Developer
JUNE 25, 2024
As technology SVP, Seavers will build on Scopely's cross-platform plans across its free-to-play titles.
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Level up game development insights at AWS re:Invent 2024
AWS Games
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
AWS-expert led chalk talks, workshops and sessions dive into using AI to boost developer productivity and enhance the player experience, among other exciting topics. Technical Director Ivan Marcin is back for another groundbreaking session that will guide attendees through building a multi-modal agent using Amazon Bedrock.
Unity vs. Unreal Engine: Which is Better for Android Game Development?
Big Games
MARCH 27, 2025
Developers are constantly seeking the best tools to create engaging, high-performance games that can run smoothly on a wide range of Android devices. Two of the most popular game enginesUnity and Unreal are the top choices for Android game development. Merits: Easy to learn and use for rapid development.
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QORPO brings generative AI features to AneeMate with AWS
AWS Games
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Leveraging many managed services from Amazon Web Services (AWS), the game developer, publisher, and solutions provider accelerated creative game development for popular titles like Citizen Conflict. Using Amazon Bedrock, developers built an AI agent that analyzes near real-time game data streaming from Amazon Kinesis.
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What makes Cross-platform game development popular in 2024?
Juego Studio
JANUARY 23, 2024
Accessibility is crucial to building high-quality and popular games in today’s era. As the technologies evolve, there is a paradigm shift towards creating cross-platform games among developers to cater to the growing demand.
Reduced pricing in 22 AWS Regions for Amazon GameLift
AWS Games
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Amazon GameLift is a fully managed game server hosting solution designed to simplify the deployment, operation, and scaling of multiplayer game servers. With Amazon GameLift, game developers can focus on creating immersive player experiences while offloading the complexity of managing infrastructure.
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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Unraveling the Challenges of Building Successful Game Development Studios with Dino Patti & Tadej Gregorcic
Game Dev Unchained
MAY 24, 2023
Riding the Wave of Tech Evolution In an era defined by rapid innovation and evolution, the game development industry continually grapples with the pressure to remain on the cutting edge. Dino Patti and Tadej Gregorcic , both co-founders of Coherence , a platform aiming to democratize multiplayer game development.
Insights from Xsolla Funding’s VP on Slowdowns, Self-Publishing and Smart Funding
PreMortem.Games
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
He has helped numerous developers close deals and accumulated a ton of invaluable experience in the world of game publishing and funding. “I I get to travel the world and help indie game developers succeed.” Find the fun factor in your game and build a demo around that.
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JetBrains Rider for Godot Engine Development
Game From Scratch
MAY 16, 2023
GameFromScratch.com JetBrains Rider for Godot Engine Development The Rider IDE from JetBrains is increasingly becoming their go to IDE for game developers, with Unreal Engine, Unity and now Godot Engine support.
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AWS for Games debuts Guide to Generative AI for Game Developers, and more at GDC 2024
AWS Games
MARCH 27, 2024
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, a seismic shift that was certainly felt at the 2024 Game Developer Conference (GDC) held last week in San Francisco at the Moscone Convention Center. Check it out , and follow the recap below for a full rundown of AWS for Games activities at GDC 2024.
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New Solution Guidance for building scalable cross-platform game backends on AWS
AWS Games
AUGUST 3, 2023
Games are increasingly cross-platform and online, and game developers need to develop secure and scalable backend features to support these online elements of their games. Customers share with us that setting up a game backend service requires a fair amount of undifferentiated heavy lifting.
Scaling Art Production for Live-Service Games: Challenges, Innovations, and Future-Ready Pipelines
iXie gaming
MARCH 2, 2025
How do top game studios maintain a constant flow of high-quality assets without bottlenecks? The answer lies in scalable art production pipelines that balance speed, quality, and cross-platform optimization. Live-service game development presents unique challenges that traditional pipelines werent designed to handle.
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Why 70% of Developers Prefer Unity for Mobile Game Development
iXie gaming
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Unity provides numerous essential tools to facilitate seamless mobile game development. It allows developers to create and optimize their games for hundreds or even thousands of mobile devices. This makes it a complete, scalable, and seamless mobile game development solution. Let’s find out.
Cracking the Game Growth Code: Lessons from SciPlay
Deconstructor of Fun
DECEMBER 16, 2024
In this latest episode of the podcast, Mishka Katkoff sat down with Cameron Stewart, Group Vice President, US Game Development, at SciPlay, to uncover the keys to their continued success in the social casino space. This strategy capitalizes on the shared audience and builds excitement across both platforms.
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Scaling Multiplayer Games: The Hidden Challenges and Testing Solutions for Peak Performance
iXie gaming
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
By analyzing the impact of these edge cases in controlled environments, game development teams can refine their code to handle them effectively. Next-Gen Simulation Tools for Multi-Region, Multi-Device Testing Advanced simulation tools now enable cross-region, multi-device testing that accurately reflects real-world user conditions.
Freedom Games supports the indie game community with AWS
AWS Games
MARCH 12, 2024
Serving developers and fans Freedom Games provides developers with AWS-based tools for cross-platform game development, including multiplayer hosting with Amazon GameLift. Additionally, games can run on regionalized instances for improved multiplayer latency and to enhance the overall experience.
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The Biggest Game Development Trends of 2023
iXie gaming
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
In fact, 2023 has had some of the biggest game development trends thanks to the increasing use of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI). Also, the introduction of ground-breaking AI-powered solutions, including Chat GPT, has further inspired new game development trends.
Top 5 Coding Languages Compatible with the Unity Game Development Engine
iXie gaming
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Unity is a leading game development engine used by about 70% of game developers globally. This platform provides numerous features and tools to build games for several devices, including consoles, desktops, virtual reality/augmented reality, and mobile devices. But Why C# For Unity Game Development?
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The Key Differences Between 2D and 3D Animation in Game Development
Big Games
MARCH 28, 2025
In todays dynamic game development world, animation plays a vital role in defining player experiences and shaping game aesthetics. From the pixelated classics of the 80s to todays immersive and realistic graphics, animation has redefined the gaming experience. Lets examine these differences one by one.
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Top Emerging Free Game Development Tools and Trends!
Big Games
JANUARY 8, 2024
Buckle up, aspiring developers, because the barrier to entry just shrunk to the size of a pixel! We’re talking free game development software , mind-blowing technology, and trends hotter than a dragon’s breath. Accessibility is taking center stage, making the gaming world a welcoming space for everyone.
The Trends & Challenges of Hyper- Casual Game Development
iXie gaming
MAY 24, 2023
However, developing hyper-casual games comes with its own set of challenges, including keeping up with trends and staying ahead of the competition. So, whether you are an aspiring game developer or simply a curious gamer, join us in this exploration of the trends and challenges of hyper-casual game development.
What’s New In Unity 2023 – All You Need To Know
Logic Simplified
JULY 24, 2023
The creators of the popular JetBrains Rider IDE wrote on their blog“ At present, Unity stands out as one of the most popular and versatile cross-platform game engines available, catering to the creation of 2D, 3D, virtual reality, and augmented reality games.
Benefits of Outsourcing your Mobile Game Development
Big Games
AUGUST 27, 2021
One of the main reasons for the increased growth in mobile game development is because of the concept of instant games. However, the mobile game development process needs an immense amount of efficiency and dedication, and is a very challenging sector. This is why many investors venture into this industry.
Godot Showcase - Museum of All Things
Mircosoft Game Dev
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
I have prototypes of the game going back a few years, but I started really working on this iteration in November 2024. I love that the skills of game development let me create a project like this, even though its outside the traditional genres of video games. How did you discover Godot?
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Getting Started with Web GL Game Development
iXie gaming
MAY 8, 2023
With WebGL, developers can harness the power of the GPU to create immersive gaming experiences that can be accessed by a wide range of users. 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.
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.
Best Online Game Development Solutions for Your Smartphones
Big Games
AUGUST 17, 2021
You can create a good game only through a dedicated software or a game engine. Game App Development Solution The demand for game apps on mobile phones has increased, and many game development companies are interested in developing mobile games.
How Milestone turbocharged the ‘Hot Wheels Unleashed’ franchise with Amazon GameLift
AWS Games
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
When game developer and publisher Milestone released a third-person racing game based on Mattel’s Hot Wheels toy line, “Hot Wheels Unleashed,” in September 2021, it quickly gained a dedicated following. The game sold more than one million copies in less than three months, making it Milestone’s fastest-selling title ever.
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How Much Does It Cost To Develop a 2D Online Teen Patti Mobile Game App?
Logic Simplified
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
One of the online card games that has drawn the attention of gaming enthusiasts is online Teen Patti - a most popular and enjoyable card game. Card game developers around the world are leveraging the popularity of and finding innovative variations to create a teen patti game app , along with other classic card games.
Omeda Studios swaps out ‘Predecessor’ backend in less than five months using Amazon GameLift and Pragma
AWS Games
MAY 14, 2024
Made by fans, for fans, “Predecessor” was born out of the ashes of “Paragon,” a MOBA game developed by Epic Games from 2016-2018. Following the shuttering of “Paragon,” Epic Games released all “Paragon’s” assets for free use in Unreal Engine. The game’s new backend debuted on March 5, 2024.
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How to decide for resource limits when developing games for pc? Like memory usage limit
Ask a Game Dev
JUNE 20, 2024
If we're developing a cross-platform game, we aim for the best performance we can squeeze out of our lead platform. We aim the majority of our dev time for that first and then we adjust up/down for the other platforms we're building for to stay within reasonable performance specs. GHz, and so on.
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Game Test Automation in Agile Development: Accelerating Time-to-Market
iXie gaming
MAY 24, 2024
In this article, we’ll explore the realm of agile game test automation and how it accelerates time-to-market. Understanding Agile Development Agile development adopts a different approach to building software. It emphasizes iterative development, frequent releases, and continuous integration. The outcome?
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The Game Developer’s Guide to re:Invent 2023
AWS Games
OCTOBER 26, 2023
This year, in addition to announcements unveiled during re:Invent keynotes , attendees can check out an exciting array of panel discussions, presentations, hands-on learning experiences, and more, curated by the AWS for Games team.
From past responses you clearly have some experience with the console cert process. I was wondering: why do so few games offer cross platform play? Does the cert process become disproportionately more difficult when communicating to other systems becomes involved? Or is it just a difficult feature from a purely engineering pov? Thank you!
Ask a Game Dev
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
In order to solve this, the any third party developer needs to build a system that can take data from any supported service and translate it in real time so all players on other platforms understand what's happening in the game. This requires a fairly hefty engineering effort.
Harmony Games Deploys a Fully Custom Game Backend Utilizing AWS Cloud Development Kit (AWS CDK)
AWS Games
AUGUST 13, 2024
The decision criteria varies depending on the type of game being released, the game launch timeline, the available engineering resources, and studio budgets. Harmony Games, a mobile game studio founded in 2023, considered two possible paths for solving the backend problem.
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EA’s Metalhead launches ‘Super Mega Baseball 4’ with cross-play for six platforms using Amazon GameLift
AWS Games
JUNE 6, 2023
With Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its backend, the Metalhead team accelerate and optimized its development and deployment of “SMB 4,” ultimately launching the game simultaneously on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Steam, with global support for cross-platform play.
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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. Next step was MacOS platform integration to CI/CD pipeline. .
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Authentication for Mobile Games
AWS Games
OCTOBER 4, 2023
For example, if your game is organically listed in the Google Play or Apple App Store New Games or Most Downloaded chart, this can result in significant additional player traffic. This includes reviewing what SDKs are available for platforms such as iOS and Android, and for programming languages such as C# and JavaScript.
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Why Choosing Unity to Create an Android Game in 2023
Moonmana
JUNE 7, 2023
This time we’ll unveil the most common reasons why studios choose Unity for creating a game for Android in 2023. Keep on reading and find out what it takes to build a highly-rated mobile game by using the Unity engine and what you should be ready to go through. Is Unity Good for Mobile Games?
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. It is mostly used for testing Unity games.
9 Popular Video Game Testing Tools in the Market to Level Up Your Game QA
iXie gaming
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Join us as we review some popular video game testing tools to level up your game QA or quality assurance. Unity Test Tools Unity is one of the most used game engines globally, with about 70% of developers using it for mobile game development. This ensures faster and more efficient game testing.
The Present and Future of Automated Game Testing
iXie gaming
OCTOBER 18, 2023
The game development and testing industry has transformed significantly in recent times and is currently booming. Also, the companies in this sector are expected to accelerate and invest more resources to keep pace with the rapidly evolving technology and ensure a seamless gaming experience.
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