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.
Game Dev Unchained
AUGUST 24, 2023
This episode is sponsored by [link] 56% off subscription 20% for one-time purchases with my code GAMEDEV20 In the ever-evolving landscape of game development, the pandemic has stirred an unexpected debate about working conditions and what the future holds for those in the industry. For many game developers, San Francisco has always been a bustling hub.
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GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 10, 2023
The third and final DLC for Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope arrives this month, and for developer Ubisoft Milan it involves the return of an old friend. The DLC is titled Rayman in the Phantom Show and, as the name suggests, sees the return of Ubisoft's limbless platforming star. And this character holds real significance for the team in Milan. "We managed in some way to go back to where we started," says producer Cristina Nava.
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
Embracer continues to lay off employees at its various subsidiaries, with gradual cuts at Gearbox Software's publishing arm.
Game Refinery
AUGUST 2, 2023
A common way to monetize freemium mobile games is through in-app advertising, where ad placements are sold to generate profit from the entire player base. Freemium games reach wider audiences, but the risk of churn is always looming. Statista’s Market Insights show that 48% of the revenue in casual games in 2022 came from in-game ads, with the share of IAA revenue increasing each year.
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 25, 2023
Operating under the name of Xenoplasis Games , solo developer Christos Arvanitis is about to release his debut game Ontosis. It’s his first endeavor working completely alone after a failed attempt at developing a horror game with 2 others back in 2015. “A friend told me to give it a go again last year, so I started working on a prototype.” The result, Ontosis, is an atmospheric psychological horror game with emphasis on exploration, story and mystery.
Game Development News
AUGUST 31, 2023
Toby Draper, producer on Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, tells Space Marine Vince Pavey about Auroch Digital’s intense retro shooter before the pair go on another perilous mission across the galaxy
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GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 31, 2023
Xbox attended Gamescom all guns blazing last week. The intent felt clear from the start: Microsoft wanted to make a statement. Following a strong showing at Gamecom Opening Night Live, the platform holder had its biggest booth ever at the event, 50,000 square feet built by 500 people over two weeks, with 30 playable games. And it was showcasing the much anticipated Starfield on the very first day, in a theatre seating 300 people, with the unexpected company of Xbox boss Phil Spencer and Bethesda
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
Volition, developer of the Saints Row and Red Faction franchises, is no more after its parent company Embracer chose to close the studio.
Rocket Brush Studio
AUGUST 30, 2023
The blog delves into how AI revolutionizes performance testing, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and user experiences. Discover intelligent testing, predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and the changing role of engineers.
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 3, 2023
Josh Salley has always been a big fan of gaming, but thought that game development was out of his reach. “I just assumed game development involved writing code all day.” Then he discovered the Unreal Engine and everything changed. He now works under the name of HALbot Studios on not one, but two first person survival horror games, House of Lies and The Nightmare Escape.
The Art of the Game
AUGUST 31, 2023
So – in my quest to create marketing materials – I create a LOT of work for myself. I’m currently working on a Team Fortress 2 styled ‘Meet the Team’ videos, and if you haven’t seen them, they are an absolute gem: Now, since my game isn’t as nearly violent or frenetic, I also figured the pace might be a bit slower.
Indie DB
AUGUST 30, 2023
Finally, Five Nations - Renegades, now available! 20 fresh missions, uncharted worlds to explore, a plethora of novel unit stations, weaponry, abilities, technologies, and the introduction of the Zahaks, a previously unseen playable faction.
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 31, 2023
In some quarters of the industry, it's become popular to say that big game companies no longer need large events to showcase their titles. Inspired by the likes of Nintendo, which has been running its own Direct online broadcasts since 2011, many of the biggest developers and publishers in the world have started to question whether it is worth taking part in these showcases and instead would prefer to control their own narrative with trailers and marketing beats.
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
I Hate You, Please Suffer twists standard turn-based RPG mechanics to tell a punk-rock, anticapitalist tale.
Rocket Brush Studio
AUGUST 23, 2023
Mobile testing can be done efficiently with ChatGPT's AI capabilities and human oversight. This approach improves testing coverage and quality while ensuring data privacy and identifying potential issues for a seamless user experience.
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 30, 2023
With the discussions over the use of AI in game development raging on, Jussi-Petteri Kemppainen , Lead VFX Artist at Mainframe Industries and founder of Dinosaurs Are Better , spends his spare time to see what all the fuss really is about. With his free, experimental 2.5D point-and-click adventure game anthology series titled Echoes of Somewhere he’s exploring AI-assisted game development.
Deconstructor of Fun
AUGUST 15, 2023
This article discusses and compares male and female stereotypes in gaming for the purpose of analyzing common societal perceptions. It is important to note that these comparisons are not intended to perpetuate stereotypes or endorse any form of discrimination. We acknowledge that individuals may not conform to traditional stereotypes. Who is your target audience?
Indie DB
AUGUST 31, 2023
Dive into the enhanced world of "The Desperation of Benjamin Corbit" with its latest update! Enjoy swift restarts after failures, improved player identification, visual clues for exploration, atmospheric background music, and impactful out-of-ammo sound.
GamesIndustry.biz
AUGUST 31, 2023
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Developer Volition Games has announced its complete and immediate closure. The decision to close the studio was attributed to an evaluation by Embracer Group as a part of its ongoing restructuring program.
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
BioWare vet Rich Vogel and former Bethesda design director Mark Tucker discuss the challenges of building a remote-first studio and their development ambitions.
Rocket Brush Studio
AUGUST 29, 2023
Testing remains a cornerstone for delivering impeccable products in the dynamic world of software development. With AI's emergence in this domain, there's a buzz about its capabilities. But the question remains: Can AI-driven testing truly match the discernment of a seasoned software tester? Let's dive deeper.
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 28, 2023
Just five months ago, David Olamide was a master juggler, skillfully handling three heavy balls in the air. As co-founder and chief technology officer (CTO) of Nigerian-based studio Dimension 11 , he provided leadership. In addition, balancing his fifth year as a Computer Engineering student and a pivotal role at Avalon, an American-based software company was no small feat.
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
Xbox may not have a strong presence in Japan, but its newest hire suggests it'll continue securing deals with Japanese studios to change that perception.
Game Developer
AUGUST 31, 2023
The co-development studio is working on its own mystery IP.
Game Developer
AUGUST 30, 2023
While sticking around, Uyama plans to ensure that the speedrunning charity will be properly prepared for when he eventually makes a full departure.
Game Developer
AUGUST 30, 2023
During a recent chat at Gamescom, Altagram CEO Marie Amigues suggested miscrediting is endemic within the localization industry but believes a tipping point is approaching.
Game Developer
AUGUST 30, 2023
Activision Blizzard hopes the controversial technology will help make the communities for its popular shooter series considerably less toxic.
Game Developer
AUGUST 30, 2023
Those who subscribe to PlayStation Plus through its yearly memberships will have to pay a little extra starting next week on September 6.
Game Developer
AUGUST 30, 2023
Gamescom, the world’s biggest games event, took place in Cologne from August 23–25, 2023. Omdia’s games team were again in attendance and provide highlights from the show in this opinion.
Game Developer
AUGUST 29, 2023
Jordan Mechner talks about Digital Eclipse's latest retrospective: and how its exhaustive treatment tells the game's very human story beyond the source code.
Game Developer
AUGUST 28, 2023
As writing VP, Mike Unsworth had a hand in penning the script to Rockstar Games' major hits from Grand Theft Auto IV up to Red Dead Redemption II.
Game Developer
AUGUST 28, 2023
Imagendary's 54-person staff is said to largely affected by what's been dubbed a "deep restructuring" of the three-year-old studio.
Game Developer
AUGUST 25, 2023
"I am going to defend to the heavens the fact that AI is able to do most of this work, and then a human gets involved and brings in their creativity.
Game Developer
AUGUST 25, 2023
Large-scale local multiplayer may not entirely happen, but the patent highlights Sony's interest in future experiences for the game industry.
Game Developer
AUGUST 25, 2023
Riot is trying to determine how it can get more money and eyes) on League of Legends' long-running esports scene.
Game Developer
AUGUST 25, 2023
Sony Interactive Entertainment’s PlayStation Portal, a handheld gaming device that streams games from a PS5, has been fully revealed at Gamescom. While PlayStation Portal is intended to engage and retain the most valuable PS5 owners as Nintendo readies next-generation hardware, many questions remain over its appeal to consumers.
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