FTC files complaint against Microsoft for recent Xbox layoffs
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Microsoft's large layoffs have drawn the attention (and ire) of the FTC, which has been against its Activision Blizzard merger from the start.
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EA cutting 5% of workforce
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Electronic Arts today announced that it is laying off approximately 5% of its employees as it leans in on the parts of the business it feels will be the most successful in the years to come. In its most recent annual report, the publisher gave its headcount as 13,400 as of the end of March 2023, which would put the job losses around 670 people. The cuts are just one part of the company's restructuring plan, which also includes closing some offices and sunsetting certain live games, like the prev
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Godot Developed Non-Game Applications
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Godot Developed Non-Game Applications One of the strong points of the Godot Game engine is it’s use to develop non gaming applications. In the video below we run through 15 non-gaming applications that were developed using the Godot game engine. The applications are: The Godot Editor Material Maker [Learn More] Pixelorama [Learn More] RPG […] The post Godot Developed Non-Game Applications appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
I accidentally Blender VSE
The Astronauts
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Two months ago I started to contribute a bit of code to Blender’s Video Sequence Editor (VSE). Did you know that Blender has a suite of video editing tools? Yeah, me neither :) Even the feature page for it on the website looks… a bit empty lol. Do I know anything at all about video editing, timelines, sequencers, color grading, ffmpeg, audio mixing and so on?
Dune (2021) Concept Art by Joseph Cross
Concept Art World
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Concept Art World Dune (2021) Concept Art by Joseph Cross Concept artist Joseph Cross had previously shared some of the concept art he created for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part One , starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Jason Momoa and many more. His work features several concepts art pieces for the Fremen crysknife, stillsuit, thumper and stilltent, plus some Harkonnen costume and helmet designs.
How to compile shaders with CMake
That One Game Dev
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
In this article I will give you an insight on how to include compiled GLSL shaders into your project build step using CMake. The post How to compile shaders with CMake appeared first on That One Game Dev.
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Cloud Imperium reportedly hit with layoffs
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Star Citizen developer Cloud Imperium Games has reportedly laid off an unknown number of staff. As reported by Game Developer , former employees have shared that they have been made redundant on LinkedIn, including level designer Dane Kubicka , Austin QA lead Vincent Sinatra and Austin senior QA analyst Andrew Rexroth. Star Citizen's game director, Todd Papy, also left the company last week according to his LinkedIn profile.
Unity China Has Nanite and Lumen Like Features
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Unity China Has Nanite and Lumen Like Features There was an interesting discussion over on the Unity forums about features that are appearing only in the Chinese version of Unity. Unity China was formed as a joint venture in 2022 and as part of that formation, part of their purpose was: In the short term, Unity China will […] The post Unity China Has Nanite and Lumen Like Features appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Unlock the Power of Small Language Model Phi-2 for Chat, Research, Coding, and More
Nvidia
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
This week’s model release features the NVIDIA-optimized language model Phi-2, which can be used for a wide range of natural language processing (NLP) tasks. This week’s model release features the NVIDIA-optimized language model Phi-2 , which can be used for a wide range of natural language processing (NLP) tasks. You can experience Phi-2 directly from your browser.
Mooncolony
Concept Art World
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Concept Art World Mooncolony Mooncolony is a concept art and illustration studio based in Cambridge, UK, founded by Emrah Elmasli. They bring together leading artists and visionaries to provide premium 2D art outsourcing services to the video game industry. These services include concept art, illustration, character design, marketing art and art direction.
Elevating the Security of Cloud Speed Layer in 2024
Rocket Brush Studio
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Explore the critical role of security testing in the Cloud Speed Layer, emphasizing its importance in protecting data processing. QASource's expert team ensures data integrity and protection against cyber threats in real-time cloud environments.
Randomizing terrain with Houdini to shape player goals in Pacific Drive
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The tiny team making the spooky survival sedan driving game Pacific Drive explains how their procedural terrain tech supercharged the game's artist and level designers.
Remedy acquires full Control rights from 505 Games for €17m
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Remedy has reacquired the rights to its hit action game Control from 505 Games. The Finnish video game developer now owns the rights to the hit 2019 action game, alongside its upcoming sequel and the multiplayer co-operative spin-off game Condor. 505 Games will continue as the publisher of the original Control until December 31, 2024. The cost of the deal is €17 million, which is the amount that 505 Games had invested in the development of Control 2 and Condor.
Disney Make $1.5B Investment in Epic Games
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Disney Make $1.5B Investment in Epic Games Disney have just announced they are making a $1.5 Billion dollar investment in Epic Games and announced a massive partnership in both Fortnite and Unreal Engine usage. This is not the first major company to take an investment stake in Epic Games with Sony making a $250M investment back in […] The post Disney Make $1.5B Investment in Epic Games appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
How to Setup Your Raspberry Pi 4 or Pi400 with PiMiga Amiga Emulator + Games Bundle
Retro Game Coders
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
In this video we look at how to set up your Raspberry Pi 4 or 400 with PiMiga, the best Amiga experience you can get in 2024. Below you will see the changes to the instructions you need to take a note of for the brand new release. Previously we looked at the options available for Amiga emulation on the Raspberry Pi but for me this has to be the ultimate Commodore Amiga experience bar none.
Streamlining Changes: The Introduction of Filmustage's Script Revisions
Filmustage
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of filmmaking, the script serves not just as a blueprint. It stands as a living, flexible entity, set to evolve and adapt amidst the unfolding pressures and demands of production. This fluidity can be the crucible in which good films are forged into great ones. The history of cinema is replete with examples where script revisions during production not only saved films from potential mediocrity but elevated them to iconic status.
Enhancing Data Migration Testing with AI in 2024
Rocket Brush Studio
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Integrating AI into data migration processes in today's data-driven landscape enhances efficiency, accuracy, and speed. This post explores the concept of AI-assisted data migration, detailing its necessity due to the challenges of traditional migration methods and how it leverages machine learning to automate and optimize various stages, from data mapping to testing.
IGN workers unionizing to fight for better wages and job stability
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
A majority of editorial and creative employees at IGN are unionizing to secure better pay, protections from layoffs, and "measurable steps" to increase staff diversity.
Report: Saber Interactive buys itself back from Embracer in $500m deal
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Embracer Group is poised to sell off Saber Interactive to a private investor group in a deal up to $500 million. As reported by Bloomberg , a source familiar with the matter said Saber will continue developing the remake of Star Wars: The Knights of the Old Republic.
Visual Studio Code January Update
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Visual Studio Code January Update The Visual Studio Code team have just released the somewhat oddly named January Update and it expands on one of the greatest new features of the recent (also oddly named) November update. That release gave Visual Studio Code the long awaited ability to break off code tabs to their own … Visual Studio Code January Update Read More The post Visual Studio Code January Update appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two
Concept Art World
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Concept Art World The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two About the Book Journey into the making of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two and discover the incredible creative process that brought this new installment to life. The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two captures the breathtaking behind-the-scenes journey behind the making of Dune: Part Two, the second film in director Denis Villeneuve’s six-time Oscar-winning film adaptation of author Frank Herbert’s science fiction classic.
FlightStuff - To roll the camera?
Indie DB
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
The greatest thing about other people having a look at your game is that they most likely find something you are just not aware of. The camera is the window into the game world and as such plays a central role in the presentation of the whole game. This.
Improve ROI with AI-powered Performance Testing in 2024
Rocket Brush Studio
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The use of AI in performance testing, a crucial step in guaranteeing the quality and effectiveness of software applications, has completely changed how businesses assess and enhance their software systems. AI is improving software quality , changing the performance testing industry, creating better user experiences, and driving significant ROI. Let’s explore how.
Disney is dropping a cool $1.5 billion to invest in Epic Games
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Disney has announced it's acquiring a massive $1.5 billion equity stake in Epic Games. It also plans to collaborate on an "all-new games and entertainment universe" with the Fortnite developer.
Report: 95% of studios are working on or aim to release a live service game
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox A new report from Griffin Gaming Partners says that 95% of game makers are developing or maintaining a live service game. The 2023 Game Development Report, made in partnership with Rendered VC, surveyed 537 studios from across the globe.
Valve Open Source Steam Audio
Game From Scratch
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
GameFromScratch.com Valve Open Source Steam Audio Valve have just opened sourced their 3D audio solution Steam Audio that was used in such games as Half Life: Alyx and DOTA 2. The code has been released, along side with the code for the Unreal Engine and Unity plugins, on GitHub under the liberal Apache-2 open source license. […] The post Valve Open Source Steam Audio appeared first on GameFromScratch.com.
Rocket Brands has opened up Skape.gg and Cre8tor to the public
Game Development News
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Rocket Brands has announced plans to grow with the public launch of new online gaming community platforms Skape.gg and Cre8tor.
Blood & Chaos Private Playtest
Indie DB
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Embark on an exclusive journey into the core of Blood & Chaos. This private playtest, starting in February, will focus on refining the thrilling dungeon crawling aspects of the game.
Implementation of Zero-trust Architectures for Applications
Rocket Brush Studio
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Explore the cutting-edge approach of Zero Trust Architecture, addressing digital threats with continuous verification, least privilege access, and micro-segmentation. ZTA enhances security by navigating challenges like complexity and resource demands.
More layoffs at Visual Concepts Austin after 2K cuts "several" jobs
Game Developer
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
"The games industry bloodletting continues. Today, Visual Concepts Austin laid off myself and a group of very talented developers.
Report: Firesprite devs describe rocky acquisition by PlayStation
GamesIndustry.biz
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Sign up for the GI Daily here to get the biggest news straight to your inbox Firesprite Studio staffers say the company took a turn for the worse after becoming a Sony subsidiary, according to a Eurogamer exposé Sources detailed a number of complaints, saying that Firesprite had a more positive studio culture in the past that was dismantled in short order after the acquisition.
Data-oriented design roundtable: Your questions, answered
Unity Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Hear from Unity experts and devs using DOTS in production, and learn best practices and hard-won tips about using data-oriented design in your game.
GPU synchronization in Godot 4.3 is getting a major upgrade
Mircosoft Game Dev
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Say goodbye to placing barriers, hello to the new acyclic graph
Black One: Blood Brothers v1.48
Indie DB
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that update 1.48 for "Black One Blood Brothers" is now available! This release introduces a plethora of new content and exciting improvements to enrich your gaming experience.
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