Game Refinery

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Competition is fierce in the mobile game market, but even more so for developers of casual and hyper-casual games. So, what can mobile game developers do to increase the chances of their games performing well? So, what can mobile game developers do to increase the chances of their games performing well?

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Real Programming

JULY 30, 2024

Thankfully, summer coding classes for kids make learning fun with generous, deep-dive sessions that revolve around creating a real video game. Please read on to learn how our summer online coding classes balance fun and education. Video Games Are a Carrot Motivated students are better learners because they don’t need to be forced.

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Played with Fire

JANUARY 27, 2025

As VR continues to push the boundaries of technology, its transforming not only entertainment but also education, healthcare, and the way we interact with digital spaces. This trend is particularly prominent in gaming, architecture visualization, and virtual tourism, where realism is key to the experience.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 9, 2024

The expansion and evolution of the film and games industry over the twenty-first century has increased the legitimacy of a creative career. This raises an important question for emerging artists: do you need a formal education to work or advance in the creative industries? Consistency is key to becoming a good artist.

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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.” When considering games and studios, publishers and investors always look for external validation. Absolutely chicken!”,

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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. I still regularly engage in many outdoor games and board games.

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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. Watch the 2024 talks here. billion acquisition in 2020.

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Real Programming

MARCH 28, 2025

From the apps they swipe to the AI tools theyll one day manage (or build), tech is no longer optional. Online education, especially in coding, has evolved far beyond its early Zoom-classroom days. But lets be clear: theyre not looking for games disguised as learning. And parents are noticing. Thats what makes the difference.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Never really comfortable in the education system, she dropped out of college twice before embarking on her debut game, Spilled! Her upcoming game, Spilled! , Making an eco-conscious game just really made sense to me.” Making games is the perfect creative outlet for me. last year as a solo developer.

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PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 26, 2024

A role that she holds dear and that inspired her to establish her company Kucheza Gaming. In 2020 she decided to channel her decade-plus entrepreneurial experience into her current venture leaving everything behind to focus on gaming. The Kucheza family Bukola’s childhood was filled with a lot more physical playing than video games.

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Deconstructor of Fun

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Written by Michail Katkoff , founder of Deconstructor of Fun, a games industry veteran of 15 years, and a frequent visitor of UAE since 2010. When you think of gaming hubs, Abu Dhabi isn't the first place that comes to mind. sdfds I recognize the UAE comes with its share of preconceptions. But enough of that.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

MAY 2, 2025

We interviewed Frederic Plourde and Daniel Castellanos who used Godot to create an educational XR experience for SOMAR , a non-profit association focusing on the conservation of marine life in the Algarve. Today we present a showcase that is a little different. You can download and try it out for free on SOMARs official itch.io

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Brand Game Development

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Dev Diary posts are made to teach game development through specific examples from my latest project: Highways & Byways. I’ve been making games for about 2 1/2 years now, and a lot of things in my life have clicked because of the ways of thinking I have adopted by making and playing games. Need help on your board game?

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Brand Game Development

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the third of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. Need help on your board game? Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators.

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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. Meet Penny! Now, I would be meeting some of these people in the flesh!

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 26, 2024

Canadian developer Lincoln McCulloch, working under the studio name Uncle Grouch Gaming , spent the last five years creating the upcoming Dungeons & Kingdoms. An ambitious game that combines medieval city building and kingdom defense with ARPG combat and monster hunting. “So, Can you make games as a solo dev?

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Game Daily

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Image credit: Jamie Madigan Jamie Madigan is the host of popular podcast The Psychology of Video Games , and the author of multiple books that look into why people play games. The book also asks if games can make you smarter. Why are games designed the way they are? GameDaily: Why do we play games?

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 9, 2023

The Transformative Landscape of Game Development: A Deep Dive with Willem Delventhal As a digital ecosystem thrives and transforms at a rapid pace, a recent conversation with game designer and educator Willem Delventhal offered insights into the evolving realm of game development.

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iXie gaming

MAY 23, 2023

Find your calling in the array of jobs that encompass the Game Lifecycle ! Video games on various platforms like Gameboys, consoles, personal computers, and mobile phones being mere sources of entertainment are now officially a matter of the past. There are opportunities that could interest you in every stage of this gaming lifecycle!

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Deconstructor of Fun

APRIL 14, 2025

It has achieved significant cultural awareness, too: Duolingo has 14M TikTok followers, is a key partner in Netflixs Squid Games 2 marketing and was featured in the $1B global hit movie Barbie. How is an education app rivaling the popularity of media & entertainment products? Meta System #3: Visualized Meta via the Journey Map.

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 14, 2024

CG Spectrum is thrilled to announce that it will be offering a range of film and game scholarships designed to take emerging artists from education to industry! These scholarships are aimed at promoting excellence, diversity, and equity in the film and games industry. Applications are open now!

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The world of gaming is always on the brink of something new, something vast, something that promises to change how we play and interact in virtual spaces. I sat down with John Krajewski , the man behind the unique and forward-thinking game, Eco. “This is what we’re building with Eco ,” Krajewski said. .

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Logic Simplified

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Demographics have changed the nature of gaming over the course of time and the industry has evolved above gender, age, and other demographics. Today people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds play and enjoy video games, while their preferences and consumption habits may vary.

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 1, 2023

Adnan Chaumette initially entered the gaming industry as a 3D artist before shifting to a more technical role. In the interview, Chaumette discussed how AI has been influencing the gaming industry for years, citing the early work of Andrew Maximoff, founder of Promethean AI, in 2018.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 9, 2024

Choosing the right creative course is not just a decision that will impact you for the duration of your studies; it's a decision that can shape your future in the film and games industry. When exploring a film and games training provider , make sure you note the qualifications and real-world experience of their teachers.

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Played with Fire

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Virtual Reality (VR) has long been associated with immersive gaming experiences, but as we enter 2025, the technology is breaking free from its entertainment origins and transforming multiple industries. VR Beyond Gaming in 2025 1. Artyku VR Beyond Gaming in 2025 pochodzi z serwisu Played With Fire | VR Developer.

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CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Jobs in 3D visualization are growing in demand across numerous industries, including architecture, film and games, and product design, as a result. We explore the role of a 3D visualization artist, in particular architecture visualization (archviz), and how to build the skills you need to succeed as a 3D visualization artist.

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 16, 2022

With years of experience, including his own educational pursuits, Hubert shares his core tips on how to optimize learning animation online. Hubert is a 2D Animator , Online Educator, and Founder/Creative Director of Bon Jam Animation with over a decade of experience. Attention commitment. Time commitment.

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 1, 2024

CG Spectrum is set to embark on a promising new chapter in education with the launch of GameChanger Academy , a groundbreaking visual effects (VFX), games, and animation training program based in Melbourne backed by the Victorian Government and delivered in partnership with VicScreen. The GameChanger Academy supports the state’s $191.5

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Game Designing

MARCH 1, 2023

Video game engineers are an important part of a game development team who takes care of a range of advanced technical tasks. Due to the skills required, becoming a game engineer can take some time and education, but it can also be a very well-paying job. Game Engineer vs Developer or Designer?

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Game Dev Unchained

JUNE 27, 2023

Virtual Reality’s Second Surge As the first decade of commercial virtual reality (VR) draws to a close, we caught up with seasoned game developer, Alex Silkin , to discuss the twists, turns, and future of the VR and augmented reality (AR) industry.

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Jesper Juul

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

For your theoretical traversal: Transactions of the Digital Games Research Association (ToDiGRA) special issue on “Teaching Games: Pedagogical Approaches” Table of Contents. Infrastructures of Play: Labor, Materiality, and Videogame Education. The Paradigm of Game System Building. Introduction.

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Evidence from the past shows that people acquired knowledge through observing, engaging in apprenticeships, experimenting, and receiving oral instruction well before formal educational systems were established. Over time, educators are looking for new ways to integrate digital solutions into learning. million by 2026.

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PreMortem.Games

JUNE 9, 2023

Brothers-in-Law Eric Reynolds and Paul Harvey were building a successful business in mobile escape rooms when Covid hit. Over 100,000 students across Alberta puzzled their way to freedom and participated in the educational programs that taught them how to make their own escape rooms. “I And just like that Escape Mail was born.

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Game Analytics

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Games are the most popular genre on the app store. But if you haven’t, it’s the act of taking gaming elements and mechanics and applying them to your non-gaming app. Great for fitness, health, and education apps. A must for any education or fitness apps. Great for fitness apps, but also educational ones.

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 1, 2023

CG Spectrum Institute (CGSI) has launched three accredited creative courses for the film and games industry: Animation & VFX , Digital Art , and Game Development , which can be pursued as bachelor’s degrees or diplomas. Applications are now open for the first trimester, commencing on January 29, 2024.

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Game Daily

JULY 13, 2023

Roblox CEO David Baszucki says he has a bullish outlook for digital social spaces – aka metaverses – and expects that non-gaming activities will be key drivers of growth in the near future. A lot of the things that people are starting to build on Roblox are very positive things for the world.” It started very early.

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