Game Developer

AUGUST 18, 2023

Take-Two's DMCA takedown for Grand Theft Auto V puts the publisher in the thorny territory of mods that use AI to generate voice performances and dialogue.

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PreMortem.Games

AUGUST 18, 2023

Solo game developer Graham Reid has just released his latest game Super Space Club on Xbox and PC. The game blends the frenzied chaos of an arcade space shooter with the soothing sounds of lofi hip hop and jazz. “With both the visuals and the audio, I wanted to create a strong identity for the game that stood out amongst the crowd”, says Reid. He achieved just that, but it took great effort to finish the project.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 18, 2023

David Vonderhaar has been with Treyarch since its early Call of Duty days, and is now leaving the studio to work on a currently unannounced project.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Sega has completed its purchase of Angry Birds creator Rovio Entertainment. The gaming firm announced the acquisition's finalization on social media.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 18, 2023

With Rovio now among its subsidiaries, Sega has a bigger presence in the mobile game market and another franchise to play around with.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Roblox Corporation, accusing the developer of facilitating "an illegal gambling ecosystem" and violating a federal law. The complaint was filed in the Northern District of California on August 15 by parents who claimed their children lost money by using the platform's digital currency (Robux) on third-party gambling websites, Bloomberg Law reported.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Take-Two has enforced a shutdown of a Grand Theft Auto 5 mod relying on generative AI, its creator has claimed. As reported by Eurogamer , the publisher issued a DMCA takedown which led to the removal of the Sentient Streets mod from modding platform Nexus Mods as well as a video showcasing its gameplay on YouTube. In a statement published to YouTube , the mod's creator, known under the name Bloc, claimed that "no-one from Take-Two Interactive contacted and asked [them] anything prior to this" a

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Game Development News

AUGUST 18, 2023

What’s it like to make games in Europe’s biggest non-capital city in Europe’s largest games market?

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

In the final episode of this series of the Playable Futures Podcast, Will Freeman chats to Mitu Khandaker, CEO and Co-Founder of mobile studio Glow Up Games, about the impact of AI on games and what they mean for the future of play. Whatever your views are on AI, it’s very much here to stay. But what does it mean for video games - and is it quite as terrifying as some might have us believe?

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Game Industry News

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hey all, this week for Retro Game Friday I’m back with a 2D platformer game that took its inspiration from Sonic the Hedgehog. It’s Bubsy. Plot: The plot is fairly mediocre. Bubsy has the largest collection of yarn, and aliens are invading to steal Earth’s yarn. So, he goes out to stop them and recover the yarn they are stealing. Honestly the plot is fairly standard.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

If there's one topic that's remained resolutely evergreen in the games business for the past couple of decades, it's the topic of online anti-social behaviour and how best to police it. Since the earliest days of online gaming, there have been a minority of players who ruin the experience for other people, and a discussion about how best to tackle that problem.

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Juego Studio

AUGUST 18, 2023

Try commemorating any favorite video game. You will likely remember the protagonist, a particularly challenging villain, or even NCPs, specific monsters, or animals. All these are characters in the game. The success of game character design lies in creating memorable characters. From Mario to Kratos- if you look closely, there are subtle technicalities that make […] The post A Comprehensive Guide to Character Design in Video Games appeared first on Juego Studio.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

This Week in Business is our weekly recap column , a collection of stats and quotes from recent stories presented with a dash of opinion (sometimes more than a dash) and intended to shed light on various trends. Check back every Friday for a new entry. Remember blockchain gaming? It's been almost exactly a year since we last focused on it in this space.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

Do you encounter error code 10004 while playing Star Citizen ? Star Citizen is an impressive game that provides a stunning gameplay experience for space enthusiasts, despite some minor glitches. Although it may not be entirely polished, the game’s overall enjoyment surpasses any imperfections for fans of this genre. If you have experienced error code 10004, we will explain how to resolve it and continue to play without issues.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Hi-Rez Studios, the developer behind Smite, has updated its policies for voice actor contracts and the use of generative AI technology. CEO Stewart Chisam announced the change on social media as he rebuffed allegations that the studio was using AI to clone voice work.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre game is an impressive and terrifying multiplayer experience that pays homage to the original film. The attention to detail in visuals and sound design sets a new standard for horror games. Don’t let your love for horror games become a nightmare if The Texas Chain Saw Massacre won’t launch. Instead of wasting time searching for a solution, consult our troubleshooting guide to quickly resolve the issue and enjoy this new horror game masterpiece.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Digital Development Management (DDM) released its regular report on games industry investments, mergers, and acquisitions today, with the second quarter showing across-the-board declines from a first quarter that was already the worst in more than four years. Investments were down 34% to $676 million, even though the number of deals tracked was only down 14% to 127.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a scary and unique game with horror movie-like matches. It has some technical issues and limited content but is still twisted fun to play with friends and foes. Among bad things, low FPS is the worst nightmare for any horror game fan and can lead to a frustrating gaming experience. But don’t worry; we have prepared this guide to help you boost The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s low FPS and increase the game’s performance so you can enjoy it smoothly.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Embracer Group is keen to move on from the collapse of a partnership worth at least $2 billion, claiming the deal is now "history" and the company has "taken control in our own hands." That's according to CEO Lars Wingefors, who was quizzed by investors during the company's latest earnings call (transcribed by Seeking Alpha ) about the potential collaboration with an unnamed partner that was revealed back in May.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

For those with experience with horror games such as Dead By Daylight or Friday the 13th, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s mechanics will come as second nature. With this in mind, developer Gun Interactive has designed the game to enable players to easily immerse themselves in the chilling world of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. While new game releases often come with bugs and glitches, such as the recent case of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre crashing, rest assured that we are here to assist yo

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 18, 2023

Embracer Group has published its financial results for Q1, showing growth in net sales in all but one operating segment. Here's what you need to know for the period ending June 30, 2023: Embracer's net sales saw 20% organic growth, which was attributed to Dead Island 2's sales for its PC/Console segment.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

Step into the shoes of the infamous Slaughter family or their unfortunate victims in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. With its intense 3v4 team-based gameplay, this game offers a truly immersive experience that will transport you into the heart of this legendary horror franchise. If you’re a fan of asymmetrical horror games, you won’t be disappointed unless The Texas Chain Saw Massacre gets stuck on the loading screen.

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Filmustage

AUGUST 18, 2023

Introduction Film festivals have long been a crucible for cinematic creativity and a platform where filmmakers, both seasoned and aspiring, come together to celebrate the art of filmmaking. From the submission of groundbreaking works to their grand presentation on the silver screen, film festivals embody the true spirit of cinema. "A Guide to Film Festivals: From Submission to Presentation" explores the intricate journey of filmmakers through these festivals, delving into the various aspects tha

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

Have you encountered an error code 15007 while playing Star Citizen? As you already know, Star Citizen is unfinished and with bugs, but it has something unique to its experience, especially with co-op with friends. It has to address many of its problems, performance, bugs, and glitches. Until then, we will address error code 15007 and how to quickly fix it.

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AWS Games

AUGUST 18, 2023

Gamescom , the annual video game trade fair and conference held in Cologne, Germany, came roaring back in 2022 with over 265,000 consumers and industry professionals coming together to interact and get a glimpse into the future of gaming. The conference, one of the largest gaming events in the world, offers a platform for game developers, publishers, hardware manufacturers, and cloud providers for games to showcase their latest products, make announcements, and provide hands-on demonstrations to

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

War Thunder is a free-to-play online multiplayer game available on PC. While the game offers unique designs, stunning visuals, and quality graphics, many users have reported encountering launch issues. According to reports, War Thunder won’t launch on PC after pressing play. The game crashes or freezes, preventing players from opening the title successfully.

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Game Development News

AUGUST 18, 2023

Ukraine’s games industry has announced that it will have an official booth presence at the gamescom industry trade show for the first time ever - MCV/DEVELOP

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Ask a Game Dev

AUGUST 18, 2023

askagamedev : Hey Dev! I’ve got a question for you! Sure thing. It’s what I’m here for. What kind of question is it?

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Cocos

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hello, do you still not support this feature? Need help on using inversifyjs constructor injection. SyntaxError - #5 Facing the same problem with the typedi npm package GitHub - typestack/typedi: Simple yet powerful dependency injection tool for JavaScript and TypeScript.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 18, 2023

The handheld game console industry has become more than interesting lately. According to the latest leak, a new contender – Lenovo Legion Go, is about to try to conquer the handheld king title. It will compete directly against the existing Asus Rog Ally, Steam Deck, and other consoles. Below, you’ll find out everything we’ve uncovered so far in terms of specs, release date, leaked images, and more!

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Cocos

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hello! I’ve encountered an issue. How can I disable the extension reloading in version 2.4.5? When I save the code in VS Code, my extension automatically triggers the unload and load events. This issue has been resolved in version 2.4.11, but I require version 2.4.5.

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Cocos

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hi guys We released the game this time with your super cool engine, and also built a guild feature using the Nakama server engine. (If you’re curious about the Nakama server, message me. We’ve been using it for a year and it’s great) After installing the guild function this time, the number of abnormal shutdowns has skyrocketed. Looking at the details, an error occurred when the socket was closed.

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