RIP, Xbox 360 Store (2005-2024)
Game Developer
JULY 29, 2024
After nearly 20 years, players can no longer Jump In to the console's storefront.
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From Music to Games: Dominique Gawlowski’s journey to shaping Free Lives’ culture
PreMortem.Games
AUGUST 2, 2024
In 2023, I had the pleasure of attending Playtopia Festival for the first time. The welcoming atmosphere was unforgettable. Amy Blanchard, the festival’s production coordinator, made us feel at home. This warmth is a hallmark of Free Lives, the South African indie game development studio behind Playtopia. Beyond the festival’s vibrant energy, I recently spoke with Dominique Gawlowski , the managing director at Free Lives and the festival director at Playtopia.
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