W4 Games says Godot console porting solutions land in October
Game Developer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Devs looking to port their Godot-developed game to consoles will have solutions as soon as October.
Korean devs report a burst of interest in single-player console and PC games
Game Developer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Developers at Pearl Abyss, Round8 Studio, Shift Up, and other studios say developers and players in the region want to break out of the free-to-play market.
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Humble Games' recent restructure is hurting devs and their games
Game Developer
JULY 30, 2024
Developers Squid Shock and Stairway are unable to push console updates, and the former is resorting to Patreon while looking for a solution.
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sorry this is 2 questions in 1 on very different topics haha. but im not a game dev nor am i likely to get the skills in game dev- i am very in marketing & analytics though as well as a mix of other stuff. would you know if, size of studio asides, do aa/aaa studios or publishers have good sized non game dev teams? i really want to get involved in the creatives industry (wether it be games or something like shows) outside of direct creation but i dont know what the market for that is like, especially as someone in the global south. the 2nd unrelated thing is DATV has a weird (?) save limit on console. pc has 100 saves unli characters, but console is currently hard capped at 3 characters. would you have any ideas or insights as to why that might be the limit they chose?
Ask a Game Dev
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
For your first question about what kind of non-creation teams there are: Game dev studios typically have internal support teams - back end, build, IT, user research, etc. Short questions: Ask a Game Dev on Twitter Long questions: Ask a Game Dev on Tumblr Frequent Questions: The FAQ
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With the announcement of the Switch 2 I was wondering how do games for an older version of a console work on a newer version of the same console? Will they run better from the start or do the devs have to go back and update or unlock something for it to work better?
Ask a Game Dev
APRIL 14, 2025
Porting is usually preferred to emulation if available, because it means that the porting team has access to tools, assets, and possibly even the original dev team to answer questions. Emulation means that any gameplay changes tend to be very difficult since rebuilding the original game is probably unfeasible.
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So why do early access games tend to only launch on PC anyway? Consoles are perfectly capable of updating games, and even have built in news feeds these days too.
Ask a Game Dev
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Certification, [ the process by which the console makers grant legal permission to sell and distribute games for their consoles ], is an extremely expensive and rigorous process. This is because the console makers require a certain minimum bar of quality for player experiences.
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This is a hypothetical question, but do you think if there were more consoles on the market instead of the current big 3 we have today, do you think that would be more beneficial to the game industry and market?
Ask a Game Dev
JANUARY 15, 2025
Game consoles are primarily platforms on which to deliver content to players, alongside PC, mobile, VR, and other various devices. Short questions: Ask a Game Dev on Twitter Short questions: Ask a Game Dev on BlueSky Long questions: Ask a Game Dev on Tumblr Frequent Questions: The FAQ I don't think it would be helpful.
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Report: Embracer shutters Alone in the Dark dev Pieces Interactive
GamesIndustry.biz
JUNE 17, 2024
A couple of paragraphs also go through the studio's history, saying: "Pieces Interactive released over ten titles on PC, console and mobile since 2007," and finishing on: "Our last release was the reimagining of Alone in the Dark." Read more
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Mordhau on consoles: “A lot of smoke and mirrors go into making things hit”
PreMortem.Games
JULY 17, 2023
Now that Mordhau has arrived on both PlayStation and Xbox , console players finally get the chance to hack & slash their way through medieval battlegrounds. The console version supports 64-player online matches with crossplay exclusively for console players. So, we had to be smart and make everything dynamic.
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Why is it so difficult for a fourth competitor to enter the console market? Like what are some of the biggest challenges and obstacles?
Ask a Game Dev
JULY 17, 2024
Any company that wants to release a premium game console basically needs to make an enormous investment that will probably not pay off for years. Second, they must develop software development tools for both themselves and for external developers to use in order to build games for that console.
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A report from Eurogamer and VGC stated that Nintendo showed their next console to a select few developers at Gamescom behind closed doors. Do you think the report is plausible? And is it generally common for console manufacturers to talk about their next console to developers privately towards the end of a console generation?
Ask a Game Dev
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
If Nintendo started developing a new console shortly after the Switch's launch (2018), we're about due for a new console unveiling. Is it common for console manufacturers to talk about the next console to developers privately? How do you think the new console's third party launch games get made? Absolutely.
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Korean indie dev Funnylocks “We made Unstoppable for a global audience”
PreMortem.Games
JANUARY 29, 2024
More and more South-Korean indie game developers take aim at the PC and console market. We are planning to release two more games in the Unstoppable universe, and port the trilogy to console. The post Korean indie dev Funnylocks “We made Unstoppable for a global audience” appeared first on PreMortem Games.
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Dev snapshot: Godot 4.0 beta 5
Mircosoft Game Dev
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Windows: Add console wrapper app to handle console i/o redirection on Windows ( GH-67434 ). The downloads for this dev snapshot can be found directly on our repository: Standard build (GDScript, GDExtension).NET Web: Fix shutdown, force WebGL2, fix editor run args ( GH-68292 ). Web: Fix viewport auto-resize on Web ( GH-68406 ).
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Splash Damage acquires Battalion 1944 dev Bulkhead
GamesIndustry.biz
DECEMBER 9, 2022
The two studios are collaborating on the online action multiplayer game, which is heading to PC and console starting with a closed beta in 2023. The acquisition was mentioned in a press release for Transformers: Reactivate, which was announced during last night's The Game Awards. Read more.
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Detective Dotson by Masala Games is a cultural joyride through modern-day India
PreMortem.Games
DECEMBER 9, 2024
To make sense of all the information that players gather during their adventure, the dev team came up with the evidence board system. Detective Dotson is expected April 3, 2025 for PC, consoles and mobile. Its a seemingly simple but elegant solution for all the part-time detectives.
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M&B II: Bannerlord - War Sails
Indie DB
MARCH 23, 2025
TaleWorlds devs are thrilled to announce a major expansion to Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. War Sails will be arriving on PC and consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X/S) on the 17th of June, 2025!
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Japanese solo dev Ginolabo: “I always wanted to make my own RPG”
PreMortem.Games
JUNE 2, 2023
Now Gino has teamed up with Shueisha Games , the gaming branch of Japan’s largest manga publisher, to bring Soulvars to PC and consoles. The post Japanese solo dev Ginolabo: “I always wanted to make my own RPG” appeared first on PreMortem Games. “That’s why it’s essential to prevent it from becoming monotonous.”
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I don’t know if this is confidential or “too technical” for the blog, but how does developing for consoles actually work? As in, what is the workflow like? Obviously, you do all the coding on a PC, but how does the build get tested on consoles? How do you debug on consoles? It would be awesome if you could do a little rundown, but I understand if it’s not possible.
Ask a Game Dev
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
It isn’t terribly technical, but I don’t have a dev kit at the home office at the moment so you only get some of my old photos of dev kits from my previous employer today. A console dev kit is a lot like a networked computer fused with a game console. Those text interfaces exist so we can access debug commands.
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What’s to stop someone from printing and selling games on disk for a console without seeking certification?
Ask a Game Dev
MAY 15, 2023
This license allows the publishers to use things in advertising like the console logos, images of the consoles, trademarks such as the words “Playstation” or “Xbox” or “Switch” and related accessories (e.g. Short questions: Ask a Game Dev on Twitter Long questions: Ask a Game Dev on Tumblr Frequent Questions: The FAQ
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Indie Game Dev Fund Just Launched
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
GameFromScratch.com Indie Game Dev Fund Just Launched If you are an indie game developers, with a PC or Console game in development with at least a playable demo, the just launched Game Dev Fund might be ideal for you.
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Godot and consoles, all you need to know
Mircosoft Game Dev
JULY 14, 2022
The subject of running Godot games on consoles pops up very often. In this article you will find information about the following topics: How console development works. Which alternatives exist to publish your Godot games for consoles. What is the consoles market like? How does one develop for consoles?
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Solo dev ansdor loves his total creative control: “I don’t like too much planning”
PreMortem.Games
JUNE 20, 2023
People who follow indie/solo devs on social media tend to be really nice and positive, but even so it takes a lot of effort.” It started as my second practice project, a very simple OutRun clone for mobile phones, and now it’s available on consoles with an actual publisher behind and tens of thousands of copies sold.
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Thimbleweed Park sales by store
Grumpy Gamer
JANUARY 24, 2018
The argument that players don’t want to play point-and-click on a console doesn’t hold water given how well we did on Xbox. For indie devs that don’t have money to advertise, you’re at the mercy of the platforms, and this goes for Steam, GOG and the others.
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Thimbleweed Park sales by store
Grumpy Gamer
JANUARY 25, 2018
The argument that players don't want to play point-and-click on a console doesn't hold water given how well we did on Xbox. For indie devs that don't have money to advertise, you're at the mercy of the platforms, and this goes for Steam, GOG and the others. Given the large installed base of PS4, it's a tad confusing.
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Newzoo expects a ‘lean year’ for the industry but also predicts growth for 2024
PreMortem.Games
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
In their latest free report , Newzoo is optimistic about the total market outlook for PC and console. Mobile devs go PC Speaking of mobile gaming, more game companies focus on evolving existing games instead of launching new games. Another way of diversification is to develop new games specifically for PC (and console).
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How do pro consoles affect what happens to developing games if any, considering you have to make a game that also has to work on the less powerful console.
Ask a Game Dev
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Most of the time that means paring things down for weaker platforms like the Switch or min-spec PCs, but it also means adding in the extra visual bells and whistles for the enthusiast PC with beefier specs and/or the Pro version of game consoles. Join us on Discord ] and/or [ Support us on Patreon ] Got a burning question you want answered?
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Release candidate: Godot 4.4.1 RC 2
Mircosoft Game Dev
MARCH 21, 2025
at full speed (with a first dev snapshot released yesterday!), Animation: Fix console errors and crash in cleanup code for PhysicalBoneSimulator3D ( GH-103921 ). We released Godot 4.4 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
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Fruit Ninja dev talks porting to VR
Game Analytics
DECEMBER 9, 2022
There are a lot of things you need to take into account that you just don’t for console or mobile.”. Are you going to be on PC or console? “Making a game for VR is very, very different,” said Liam Potter, one of the lead gameplay programmers on Fruit Ninja VR 2. Show players the play space early. Be aware of what platform you’re using.
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Short N Sweet looks to open up a new sector in console gaming
Game Daily
APRIL 28, 2023
On consoles, where access to publishing is tougher, they are far less common. Mostly, this is to do with the console business model, which favors big productions that offer consumers multiple hours of gameplay. The way we see it, console players are still getting to learn about that option but it’s been a slower process.”
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Do developers get a head start to buy new consoles when they release them?
Ask a Game Dev
JUNE 22, 2023
I’ve only ever had the chance to buy a console early once and that was a special dispensation from Nintendo to buy a Wii (at a discount) from them directly as thanks for being a developer on a launch title. The rest of the time, I’ve had to buy new game consoles the same way everybody else does.
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Dev Error 11557 in MW2 & Warzone 2: How to Fix it Quickly
Game Errors
JANUARY 6, 2023
It appears that “ dev error 11557 ” is an error message that certain Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 & Warzone 2 players have recently encountered. The good news is that the dev error 11557 can be fixed, and this article will offer some quick and helpful advice to do so. What does Dev error 11557 mean?
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Maintenance release: Godot 4.4.1
Mircosoft Game Dev
MARCH 26, 2025
at full speed (with a first dev snapshot released last week!), Animation: Fix console errors and crash in cleanup code for PhysicalBoneSimulator3D ( GH-103921 ). We released Godot 4.4 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
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Dev snapshot: Godot 3.5 beta 1
Mircosoft Game Dev
JANUARY 13, 2022
Windows: Improve console handling and execute ( GH-55987 ). This changes the editor console handling to be like on Unix systems (Linux and macOS). So Godot doesn't open with a console by default, but you can see console output if you start it from a console yourself. Mono build (C# support + all the above).
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Dev Error 5523 on CoD MW & Warzone: How to Fix
Game Errors
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Some gamers have complained that after downloading Modern Warfare 2, they encounter the dev error 5523 which sends them back to the dashboard. What is Dev error 5523? While there could be different reasons why you may encounter the MW2 & Warzone Dev error 5523, it’s a known and serious bug.
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Solo developer Elwin Gorman (Hiwarp) “Everything I do comes from my heart”
PreMortem.Games
JANUARY 10, 2025
I took the decision to self-publish and do the porting to consoles. Naiad is out now of PC and consoles. The most important thing for me has been to find out what kind of developer I want to be. Learning to say no to really great opportunities was not easy. Its enough to listen to what makes you feel good. Then create lovely games!
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Analysis • Sony moves away from customer electronics to become a media empire
PreMortem.Games
MARCH 6, 2023
Sony currently maintains its dominant position in console gaming with a 2-to-1 ratio for installed devices compared to its main rival Microsoft. Does that mean Sony will go the same way as Sega, which got out of the console business following the disappointing release of its Dreamcast to become an IP powerhouse with Sonic instead?
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In your answer about technical designers, you remarked that technical artists are “special unicorns” - what sorts of things give them that status, and what does it mean for a technical artist’s career? Are there any other jobs in game dev you feel fall into the “special unicorn” category?
Ask a Game Dev
JANUARY 4, 2024
"Special unicorn" roles are generally similar in how difficult it is to find them combined with how useful they are to a dev team. Besides Technical Artist, there's also console architecture experts and Houdini VFX experts. This also makes console architecture experts a "special unicorn" role.
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Fixing Dev Error 12502 in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Game Errors
APRIL 9, 2024
However, the gaming experience can sometimes be ruined by various errors, one of which is the notorious Dev Error 12502. In this guide, we’ll explore what Dev Error 12502 is and provide you with reliable methods to get you back into the action as swiftly as possible. What is Dev Error 12502 in MW3? Update the game 2.
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Dev Error 11642 in MW2: How to Rapidly Fix It
Game Errors
MARCH 28, 2023
Then, you’ve definitely been experiencing frustrating errors, such as Dev Error 11642 MW2. What does Dev Error 11642 MW2 mean? What does Dev Error 11642 MW2 mean? According to users, the Dev Error 11642 typically occurs in MW2 when attempting to start a Private Match Lobby. How do I fix Dev error 11642 MW2?
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MW3 Dev Error 5433: How To Fix It Easily
Game Errors
APRIL 4, 2024
One such issue that has been a thorn in players’ sides is the MW3 Dev Error 5433, especially within the game’s zombie mode. What is Dev error 5433 in Modern Warfare 3? Dev Error 5433 in Modern Warfare 3 typically indicates an issue within the game’s system that prevents it from operating correctly.
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Dev snapshot: Godot 3.5 beta 2
Mircosoft Game Dev
MARCH 15, 2022
Windows: Improve console handling and execute ( GH-55987 ). This changes the editor console handling to be like on Unix systems (Linux and macOS). So Godot doesn't open with a console by default, but you can see console output if you start it from a console yourself. Mono build (C# support + all the above).
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