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2025 could very well be the best year in video games sales to date | Opinion

GamesIndustry.biz

When it comes to the most successful video entertainment products of all time, for many franchises like Star Wars, the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe), Avatar or maybe Mario come to mind. It is beginning to look like 2025 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in video games, if not the biggest.

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Why games consoles are holding back interactive storytelling

GamesIndustry.biz

Agency is perhaps the most important distinction between video games and any other form of entertainment. As Dusk Falls, for example, uses many of the same tools from those mediums, which makes it easier for players to get into; after all, everyone is already accustomed to cinematic storytelling. Read more

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The Future of 3D Art in Interactive Entertainment

iXie gaming

One of the most important trends is 3D art, which is shaping interactive entertainment. But what will the future of interactive entertainment look like with 3D art? Join us as we explore the power of 3D art in the world of interactive entertainment. How Does 3D Art Benefit Interactive Entertainment Experiences?

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The Producer: The visionary force behind cinematic success

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Hollywood Producers: The Dream of Blockbusters ⭐ The dream of producing blockbuster films in the heart of the entertainment industry is a common aspiration. Hollywood producers often embark on their journey by working in various entry-level positions within production companies or studios.

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Summer 2025 Game Development Student Internship Roundup, Part 2

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Associate Development Manager Co-op/Internship - Summer 2025 (Sports FC QV) Game Product Manager Intern (Summer 2025) Music Intern EA Sports FC Franchise Activation Intern Associate Character Artist Intern Client Engineer Intern Visual Effects Co-Op Associate Environment Artist Co-Op (Summer 2025) Game Design Intern (Summer 2025) Game Design Co-Op (..)

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Scaling Art Production for Live-Service Games: Challenges, Innovations, and Future-Ready Pipelines 

iXie gaming

Apex Legends: Respawn Entertainment ensures that character animations and cosmetics remain stylistically cohesive across battle passes and hero releases. Unity HDRP supports cinematic-quality visuals at scale. Real-Time Rendering Advances Next-gen rendering technologies streamline production and improve fidelity: (i).

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Friday Questions #3

Grumpy Gamer

Holding true to the spirit of Maniac Mansion (dollhouse view, no close-ups or cinematic presentation (think about the difference between Maniac Mansion and DotT)) saved us a lot. Erik: Would you consider going back in the direction of Humongous Entertainment by creating games that are solely aimed at kids rather than "grown ups"?

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