Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

Previously owned but slightly more affordable, Valve says its limited line of refurbished Steam Decks will have the same support as a fully new handheld.

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AUGUST 8, 2023

The big statistic from yesterday's story about Italy's games industry was it now has 2,400 employees, which is up 50% over 2021. That 50% is an impressive figure, but 2,400 is not. There are towns in the UK with a larger population of game developers. Yet both figures accurately sum-up Italy's games scene: after barely existing for decades, things are starting to happen.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

In this classic GDC design talk, designer Stone Librande shows how-to make effective, concise one-page game design documents.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

At a glance: Market estimated to generate $187.7 billion in 2023, up 2.6% Mobile revenue due to increase 0.8% to $92.6 billion Consoles expected to produce $56.1 billion in revenue and drive growth this year The global games market is estimated to generate $187.7 billion in 2023, a 2.6% increase year-on-year, according to Newzoo's latest report. The mobile market is due to reach $92.6 billion this year, a 0.8% increase compared to 2022.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

At one stage, Larian wondered if the title's early access success might actually hold it back.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

The idea of introducing menstrual leave at GOG was born over a year ago during a meeting, when several employees drew attention to this common problem. The subject of menstruation and ailments associated with it remains taboo in many places but we were one of the early adopters of menstruation-related days off. Approximately 90% of menstruating people experience mild symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome, such as swelling, headache, and mood swings.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard has been approved by New Zealand's Commerce Commission. As shared on its website , the competition regulator ruled that the merger was "unlikely to substantially lessen competition in any New Zealand market." The Commerce Commission added that it reached this decision by focusing on "the importance of Activision games to New Zealand gamers," naming Call of Duty, Overwatch and World of Warcraft as examples, and whether Microsoft was likely t

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

Acid Wizard Studio has been working on a new title called Soccer Kids, but says it won't be able to see the project through.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Take-Two Interactive today reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30. The company continued to post significant losses, but the top-line growth of recent quarters has slowed down due to the acquisition of Zynga closing partway through the year-ago quarter, making for more difficult comparisons going forward.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

How customizing the rules of an age-old game and updating the aesthetic of classic playing cards brought this unique title to life.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

US video games companies have one month left to enter the GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards 2023. The deadline for all submissions is Friday, September 8th for the US. Those in the UK have until Friday, September 25th, and Canada participants have until Friday, September 22nd. The US winners will be announced on Thursday, October 5th via a digital show.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

September and December mark the end of online features in these now classic EA games from the 2010s.

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Logic Simplified

AUGUST 8, 2023

Video game development is a collaborative process that involves various people with specialized skills. The two most critical roles in this process are game artists and designers. Though both roles are essential, they have distinct responsibilities and roles. Since most of us are unaware of the process of creating a game, we usually confuse game design and game art as being the same.

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Game Developer

AUGUST 8, 2023

Five years after its original release, Golf Club: Wasteland has undergone a name change to Golf Club: Nostalgia.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Valve has announced that it is now selling refurbished Steam Deck devices. The company said that each handheld console has been "thoroughly tested.

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Perforce

AUGUST 8, 2023

Is GitHub safe? Learn about Git security issues, your Git access control options, alternative version control tools, and how to secure Git.

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Juego Studio

AUGUST 8, 2023

What do you think makes a game memorable? As gaming technology evolves, we have many great games in terms of graphics and gameplay. But a few years from now, the memories get clouded- courtesy of the abundance of similar-looking gameplays. What withstands the test of time is the unique experiences and sensations the game offers. […] The post Importance of Sound Design in Games appeared first on Juego Studio.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

In game development, one of the most essential aspects is prototyping. In today’s world, game development is an art, and quite inarguably, it is one of the most complex and intricate art forms. Creating a game that is both consumer-friendly and hugely popular requires a perfect combination of technical skills and creative genius. It is essential to avoid skipping the process of creating a “physical” prototype to understand and overcome the complexities associated with game prod

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Juego Studio

AUGUST 8, 2023

PUBG is one of the most famous games on the planet. The name is renowned among a large percentage of the population on planet Earth, ranging from young children to senior citizens. It has an ardent fan base that often spends hours each day enjoying the in-depth gameplay it offers. Furthermore, it is also among […] The post Deep-Dive: How Does PUBG Make Money appeared first on Juego Studio.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

Game lovers can agree that the quality of a gaming application is the most exciting thing about a game setup. Game QA is an integral part of game development which ensures that the end products of console games are safeguarded against glitches. For developers and QA teams, their work is cut out for them. They must ensure that aspects like game functionality and compatibility are optimal.

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Juego Studio

AUGUST 8, 2023

Animation is the process of manipulating static images and combining them to form the illusion of motion. Each successive image in an animation sequence often has minor changes compared to the one preceding it. The more the number of these images, and the quicker these images are run in a sequence, it creates an illusion […] The post 2D vs 3D Animation: Similarities and Differences appeared first on Juego Studio.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

It’s no news that the game development sector is a highly competitive one with capable hands who constantly work hard. However, getting a competitive edge in the industry requires creativity and that’s where rapid game prototyping comes in. It gives game producers the environment to conduct experiments and take chances. This in turn makes developers embrace experimentation thereby pushing the limits of game development.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Baldur's Gate 3 reached over 800,000 concurrent players on Steam on Sunday, a peak reached within a few days of its launch. As reported by PC Gamer , citing SteamDB's figures , Larian's title has already entered Steam's lifetime top ten for concurrent players. The title is ranked at No.9 at the time of writing, and knocked Apex Legends out of Steam's concurrent player charts.

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Ask a Game Dev

AUGUST 8, 2023

There are several approaches and techniques I can think of that will help mitigate the sting of losing. Losing players should still get rewarded. Battle Royale games have only one ultimate winner, but they hand out rewards to all participants. Those who survive longer get better rewards, even if they don't win. Many games have achievements and secondary goals that grant rewards even if you don't win the match.

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Cocos

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hello! When working with shaders in the “Scene” and the “Camera” window, I get one image, and when placed in a browser or player, it’s completely different. Please tell me what am I doing wrong?

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Code with Mike

AUGUST 8, 2023

Playtech has produced hundreds of online slot machines, table & card games, and cutting-edge live dealer games. Revealed on this page are ten of Playtech’s best slots you may want to check out when you next play at this top-rated Canadian online casino. Top 10 Playtech slots to play in […] The post 10 Popular Playtech Slots In the Spotlight appeared first on CodeWithMike.

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Cocos

AUGUST 8, 2023

The simulator is precompiled, it uses a static default render pipeline and can’t be used for complex customized game like Cyberpunk, so please use preview in editor or preview in browser instead

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Dark and Darker maker Ironmace Games has found a publisher in Chaf Games. As reported by Eurogamer , the studio's RPG has been released into early access on the Chaf Games' digital store.

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Cocos

AUGUST 8, 2023

webp doesn’t have best compatibility on browsers, I do suggest you to use PNG or JPG as preferred image format, some resources Google for Developers Frequently Asked Questions | WebP | Google for. caniuse.com WebP image format | Can I use. Support tables for HTML5, CSS3, etc "Can I use" provides up-to-date browser support tables for support of front-end web technologies on desktop and mobile web browsers.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Embracer will be shuttering game studio Campfire Cabal nearly a year after its establishment. The decision was attributed to the games firm's restructuring of its business operations.

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Deconstructor of Fun

AUGUST 8, 2023

In this episode, Mishka Katkoff hosts a conversation with Tim Bennison , COO of Hot Head Games and a leader with over 25 years of experience in game development, creative product development, and more. They discuss the nuances of moving into work-for-hire projects, client engagement, and strategies for success for a co-development studio in a rapid games industry.

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox This year's Evolution Championship Series (Evo) hosted 9,182 registered players. Participants from 71 countries participated in the fighting game event from August 4 to August 6 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Cocos

AUGUST 8, 2023

Not sure what you mean, if you want to learn how to use [link] If you want to learn the implementation, you need to take a look at our engine repo GitHub GitHub - cocos/cocos-engine: Cocos simplifies game creation and distribution. Cocos simplifies game creation and distribution with Cocos Creator, a free, open-source, cross-platform game engine. Empowering millions of developers to create high-performance, engaging 2D/3D gam.

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Game Errors

AUGUST 8, 2023

Is the new fantasy multiplayer game Dark and Darker freezing on your PC? This article has the solutions for all freezing and lag spikes issues that may appear in this title. There are many reasons Dark and Darker has been able to create hype in the industry. The first-person view with strategic decision-making, various challenges, and modern graphics, everything has made this title unique.

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