GamesIndustry.biz

APRIL 19, 2024

Difficulties in finding staff with the specific, high-level skillsets involved in game development have dogged the industry for decades , and while there have been quite a few industry initiatives aimed at improving the situation over the years, the underlying problems remain frustratingly intractable. Read more

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Game Development News

MAY 13, 2024

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PreMortem.Games

JUNE 30, 2023

Kiro’o Games is an ambitious game development company based in Yaounde, Cameroon. Founder and CEO Olivier Madiba is pursuing his dream of creating the biggest African game studio by building a Pan-African entertainment ecosystem which encapsulates games, comics, animation and even restaurants. This is his story.

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CG Spectrum

APRIL 3, 2023

The annual Game Developers Conference (GDC) was held last week in San Francisco, boasting 28,000 attendees ! Penny was kind enough to share her experience at GDC and why she believes it's such a valuable event for people looking to break into the games industry. ✌️ Build your community while you build your game dev skills!

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Game Development News

JUNE 3, 2024

TIGA’s Games Education Conference will comprise a full day of keynotes and panel discussions, providing …

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GamesIndustry.biz

AUGUST 7, 2023

Last month, GamesIndustry.biz visited First Playable in Italy to meet the Italian games industry. During the event, we met with 14 different game developers, spoke with the country's trade body the IIDEA and received detailed research on the growth and the state of the industry in the country. Read more

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

He has helped numerous developers close deals and accumulated a ton of invaluable experience in the world of game publishing and funding. “I I get to travel the world and help indie game developers succeed.” Paying yourself and the team is crucial to prevent developer burnout and ensure the quality of the game.

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Game Development News

MAY 15, 2024

There are only THREE weeks left to nominate your outstanding students, brilliant lecturers and showcase your institution’s dedication to games education in the TIGA UK Games Education Awards 2024 – Entries close on Monday, June 3rd!

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Game Development for Beginners

MAY 1, 2023

Game Developers Conference (GDC) is the premier event for game developers to exchange ideas, solve problems, and shape the future of the industry. The conference spans five days of education, inspiration, and networking, with attendees ranging from programmers and artists to producers and business leaders.

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 9, 2023

The Transformative Landscape of Game Development: A Deep Dive with Willem Delventhal As a digital ecosystem thrives and transforms at a rapid pace, a recent conversation with game designer and educator Willem Delventhal offered insights into the evolving realm of game development.

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Game Development News

APRIL 13, 2023

This year’s TIGA UK Games Education Awards categories have been announced, and they are now open for nominations

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Game Development News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The video games industry trade association TIGA has announced the winners of its 2023 education awards - MCV/DEVELOP

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Logic Simplified

JULY 11, 2024

In the education sector, it’s called educational technology where computer hardware, software, and educational theory and practice is used together to not just facilitate learning but also create smarter and more connected schools. The global IoT in education market was valued at $8.7 from 2023 to 2032.

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Logic Simplified

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Needless to say, Demographics like age, race, ethnicity, gender, income, education, and employment provide valuable insights that guide game development companies during the process of creating, marketing, and maintaining games. Need help building your next game?

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Game Development News

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The UK is currently facing a significant digital skills crisis - MCV/DEVELOP

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iXie gaming

APRIL 24, 2023

Are you curious about game development in the metaverse and the potential it holds for game developers? Developing games for the metaverse can be both exciting and challenging, but with the right skills and knowledge in game development, developers can unlock the full potential of this dynamic digital realm.

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PreMortem.Games

APRIL 19, 2023

One of the counterarguments against hosting refugees was their education levels”, says Ağaçdoğrayan. Some people argue that low-educated refugees are just a burden to the economy and that they don’tt want to improve themselves. Do they really not want education, or did they never have had that opportunity?” But is this true?

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 8, 2024

However, it still took a nudge from a dreadful experience in an Applied Mathematics class to propel him to switch from Computer Science to Game Design. In 2022, a life-threatening incident could have derailed his dreams, but his passion for expressing his creativity through game development fueled his recovery, leaving his physicians in awe.

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PreMortem.Games

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The solo developer worked six years as a doctor before drastically changing his career and going for game development. “I I just love creating games”, he explains. Why did you become a solo developer? For me, it’s an ongoing process of self-education. I continually improve on various tasks.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 25, 2024

Kiragu’s journey has led him to a thriving career in game development. As the founder of Kenyan-based studio, Mekan Games, he has propelled his team to success with titles like Knock Out 2017 and The President , which garnered widespread acclaim. Reflecting on her impact, Kiragu acknowledges, “I am forever grateful to her.

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Big Games

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Following good values and trends are essential for any mobile game development company. Hashbyte Studio is a leading mobile game development company that focuses on providing high-quality games to our audience. We represent values that inspire and educate. So, let’s read it in detail.

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iXie gaming

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Have you had an excellent game idea but not sure where to start? Or are you an experienced game developer who’s looking to grow the knowledge you already have? The process of game development is a unique experience. What is Game Development? Game development is the process of creating games.

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Evidence from the past shows that people acquired knowledge through observing, engaging in apprenticeships, experimenting, and receiving oral instruction well before formal educational systems were established. Today, AR and VR back learning and development with immersive learning (AR and VR-powered). million by 2026.

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GamesIndustry.biz

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Zynga unveiled Access All Areas, a virtual studio that offers educational resources for users to learn about various careers within the UK games industry. Users will take a virtual tour which includes games industry professionals speaking about their positions and learning about game development from pre-production to launch.

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CG Spectrum

OCTOBER 14, 2024

CG Spectrum is thrilled to announce that it will be offering a range of film and game scholarships designed to take emerging artists from education to industry! These scholarships are aimed at promoting excellence, diversity, and equity in the film and games industry.

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Brand Game Development

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the third of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. Need help on your board game? How has that formed your understanding of how games are created?

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Logic Simplified

JULY 31, 2023

Successful video game mechanics give players a sense of challenge, progression and reward, keeping them engaged for hours. They serve as the backbone of every engaging game, developing unique and innovative mechanics that differentiate the game from others. Game Designers' role in video game mechanics 1.

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Tiny Hydra

MARCH 10, 2021

The post Niche Game Development Disciplines: How to Specialize in Technical Design appeared first on Tiny Hydra. A Technical Designer is a facilitator, helping to move concepts from ideation to implementation.

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Brand Game Development

AUGUST 18, 2017

Dev Diary posts are made to teach game development through specific examples from my latest project: Highways & Byways. However, this week is purely an update – educational posts will resume as normal next week. Need help on your board game? Just this last week, a lot of things finally clicked.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 26, 2024

The fact that it took him over five years to get to the point that it’s nearly ready for Early Access is largely due to learning the ropes of game development along the way. Why did you become a solo developer? Game development is the most time-consuming thing I’ve ever done. Now, it totally consumes him.

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Brand Game Development

MARCH 16, 2020

To get the Start to Finish series going, I’ve spent some time discussing games, game development, and the amount of careful messaging that is needed to create and sell a great game. At this point, you may be beginning to have some healthy doubts about the benefits and drawbacks of self-publishing a game.

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CG Spectrum

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), C G Spectrum Institute’s accredited business courses are designed to shape the next generation of creative leaders: resilient, forward-thinking individuals ready to disrupt the old business model and create the businesses of tomorrow.

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Tiny Hydra

APRIL 1, 2021

The post GIST for Games (Development): Is GIST the Right Tool for Your Project Planning? A great framework that has come out in the last few years is GIST. It allows teams to eliminate the use of road-maps and stay Agile in their planning as well as their implementation. appeared first on Tiny Hydra.

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Logic Simplified

JANUARY 8, 2023

XR has a wide range of applications, from gaming and entertainment to education and training. Gaming: Many game development companies are booming with the implementation of AI and XR due to increased realism and immersion that these technologies provide.

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Game Development News

AUGUST 27, 2024

We are delighted to announce our newest sponsor for the MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards 2024. Dlala Studios has spent the past decade focused on creativity, technical knowledge and producing high-quality, passion-driven work. If you haven’t checked out the finalists for the event yet, you can do so here.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The world of gaming is always on the brink of something new, something vast, something that promises to change how we play and interact in virtual spaces. I sat down with John Krajewski , the man behind the unique and forward-thinking game, Eco. One crucial area where games are making waves is in the field of education.

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Brand Game Development

JUNE 3, 2019

Need help on your board game? Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. For that reason, I’ve brought in Sean Fallon, Founder & CEO of Smunchy Games and User Experience (UX) Designer extraordinaire. That’s a complex question.

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