PreMortem.Games

MAY 14, 2025

Joost van Dreunen, academic, author and CEO of ALDORA , a data-driven intelligence firm in interactive entertainment, shares his insights into the business of video games. It echoes the same escalation we saw two weeks ago when a judge called out Apple on dragging its feet when told to allow alternative payments on its platform.

Platformer

AWS Games

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This includes Innovation Session “ MAE203-INT: Reinventing Entertainment ” on December 2, 2024 at 1:30 PM, presented by Samira Panah Bakhtiar, General Manager for Media & Entertainment (M&E), Games, and Sports at AWS. Keep reading for a list of programming highlights in chronological order and register for AWS re:Invent today.

Game Development

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 20, 2025

But he also acknowledges that its "not very practical" for Nintendo to send out thousands of dev kits ahead of launch for a highly secretive new platform. We’re very keen to support the platform and knowing a timeline would allow us to plan for that.” "Games like Citizen Sleeper [.] All rights reserved.

Indy

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 17, 2025

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Point and Click

GamesIndustry.biz

JULY 2, 2025

Across all platforms, including Game Pass and PS Plus, Firebreak reached over one million players on June 26, 2025. GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. As Remedy does, well do things with smaller teams in our way and try to solve things creatively."

Co-op

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 30, 2025

Were seeing creators push the boundaries of whats possible across every platform and medium, using cutting-edge technology, innovative storytelling, and thoughtful design to tackle deeply personal challenges while reaching global audiences." 18 Mansell Street Level 3, London, E1 8AA, United Kingdom. All rights reserved.

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Game Developer

JUNE 10, 2025

Developers who have titles on the platform will also be spotlighted here. " Apple's video game subscription service, Apple Arcade, has been handed its own section within the app where members will be able to access the entire catalog. Apple Games is available now in beta form and is expected to launch this fall.

Development

GamesIndustry.biz

JULY 11, 2025

Lumines was last seen in an excellent 2018 remaster, which brought the joys of the original PSP title to modern platforms, most pleasingly on Nintendo Switch. Ishiharas personal experiences, including his years at original Lumines studio Q Entertainment, help to shape the stunning worlds depicted in Lumines Arise. All rights reserved.

Puzzle

iXie gaming

MARCH 28, 2025

How User-Generated Content is Reshaping Game Art Platforms like Roblox and Fortnite Creative allow users to design and monetize their own game worlds, making game development more accessible than ever. AI-Powered Design Tools such as NVIDIA Canvas and Promethean AI enable non-artists to create compelling visuals without extensive training.

Art

iXie gaming

MARCH 2, 2025

The answer lies in scalable art production pipelines that balance speed, quality, and cross-platform optimization. Apex Legends: Respawn Entertainment ensures that character animations and cosmetics remain stylistically cohesive across battle passes and hero releases. Challenges include: (i).

Art

Game Developer

JUNE 20, 2025

By contrast we know Beat Saber has at least 10 million owners on Meta Quest platforms ( thanks UploadVR ). Sony remains tight-lipped when it comes to discussing the performance of its own VR hardware. In 2023, the company said PS VR2 had outsold its predecessor during its first six weeks on shelves.

Dev

Played with Fire

JANUARY 27, 2025

As VR continues to push the boundaries of technology, its transforming not only entertainment but also education, healthcare, and the way we interact with digital spaces. 5️⃣ VR for Health and Well-Being Beyond entertainment and work, VR is finding its place in the health and wellness sector.

Ray Tracing

Game From Scratch

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

GameFromScratch.com NESFab Programming Language NESFab is a “new” programming language for a very old platform, the Nintendo Entertainment System. It provides a C-like programming language but offers closer to assembly level performance.

Entertainment

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 6, 2025

Elsewhere, Ampere Analysis suggested there was an "untapped opportunity" for Nintendo to utilise in-game monetisation on its platforms. In 2024, it held a 4% share of the console market for in-game and DLC monetisation compared to 31% and 65% on Microsoft and Sony platforms, respectively. All rights reserved.

Console

PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Stressful During the day he works as a Senior Software Engineer at Blizzard Entertainment, creating games like Hearthstone. Life lessons He worked 5 years on his nostalgic 3D platformer Raccoo Venture , but according to Brazilian solo developer Diego Ras the journey was extremely rewarding. I want to work smart, not hard.

Development

Game Development News

JULY 3, 2025

– Matt Toner, Managing Partner at Shred Capital Legal Partner: Lee & Thompson LLP As Aurora’s official Legal Partner , Lee & Thompson – the UK’s leading law firm in games and entertainment – is generously supporting studios with the legal tools they need to scale sustainably.

Code

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 24, 2025

20 on the revenue chart, having surpassed one million units sold across all platforms. GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time launched at No.20 It also sold 500,000 copies in three days. It debuted at No.3 All rights reserved.

Fantasy

AWS Games

MARCH 27, 2025

Session highlights included: Effortless Game Launches: How League of Legends Runs at Scale on AWS explored Riot Games auto scaling infrastructure and flexible provisioning platform. Building Games with Unreal Engine Horde on AWS showcased Epics build automation platform, emphasizing efficiency in large-scale game development.

AI

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 9, 2025

The streaming platform has found major success with its adaptation of the Fallout franchise , with its second season premiering later this year. GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. It has also been renewed for a third season. All rights reserved.

Electronics

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 11, 2025

Gearbox and Saber Interactive have since been sold, while Asmodee was spun off alongside Coffee Stain and Fellowship Entertainment. GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. This restructuring program resulted in the loss of 1,400 jobs and the closure of three studios.

Entertainment

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 12, 2025

But Mario Kart World, with its Nintendo levels of AAA polish on the companys most powerful platform yet, is the wild and whimsical open-world racing game Ive dreamed of." "If GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. Does anyone even remember The Crew?

Racing

Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 27, 2025

Consumer Apps monetization market share has been driven by gains in: (a) Entertainment, namely Premium streaming subs e.g. Disney+, Max, Reel Shorts; (b) AI subscription products; (c) Creator products on TikTok / Instagram / Others. As game revenues stagnated, app revenues continued to rise. into a single experience.

AI

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 10, 2025

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Platformer

GamesIndustry.biz

JULY 7, 2025

GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. "Weve invested a lot of time and effort into building this franchise, and we definitely want to build on top of what is there right now – new stories, new experiences, new content – not just in the video game format."

Animation

AWS Games

MAY 12, 2025

Respawn Entertainment recently migrated Apex Legends to Amazon GameLift Servers , completing the traffic cutover in just 10 days with no player-facing downtime. Modernize Hosting Moving from a hybrid infrastructure with bare metal to a cloud-based platform provides a scalable gameplay environment for Apexs global player base.

Code

Deconstructor of Fun

APRIL 14, 2025

How is an education app rivaling the popularity of media & entertainment products? Duolingo has 9M users on the platform with a streak lasting a year or longer. Duolingos rocketship user growth is because of its laserlike focus on becoming a daily habit product. Lock-In System #1: Streaks.

Games

Logic Simplified

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Hailing from the casual gaming brigade, these games have become synonymous with the mobile gaming experience, delivering entertainment at your fingertips with just a few taps. These games appeal to a wide audience, from casual gamers seeking quick entertainment to hardcore players chasing high scores.

Games

GamesIndustry.biz

JULY 16, 2025

" Insights into the scrapped 2014 version of Dead Island 2 Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 | Critical Consensus Why do games end up in development hell? | Opinion With Lumines Arise, a PSP puzzle classic is getting the extravagant Tetris Effect treatment it deserves © 2025 GamesIndustry.biz, an IGN Entertainment Inc.

Game Development

GameDev.Net

JULY 3, 2025

Introducing Growvaiom – A Creator-First Platform Blending Entertainment, Technology & Innovation Hey GameDev.net community, I'm Mohit Rajput , a blogger and digital content creator deeply passionate about technology, entertainment, and web trends.

Content

Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 20, 2025

d) The gaming platform and tech side werent left behind, with notable transactions such as SensorTower acquiring data.ai, Magic Leap ($590m), and Chartboost divested by Zynga. Gaming converges with social and entertainment: A growing trend blends gaming with broader consumer experiences. takeover of Keywords Studios.

Games

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 10, 2025

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AI

PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 13, 2025

The transition into the new year marks a pivotal shift in digital platform governance. Thats what were going with: donation fund Finally, after first promising import tariffs that are likely to disproportionally impact interactive entertainment, creative studios active in the US now also face a more treacherous domestic market.

Platformer

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 12, 2025

The developer made games for iOS and Android, as well as platforms including Steam and Nintendo. units globally in four days © 2025 GamesIndustry.biz, an IGN Entertainment Inc. GAMESINDUSTRY.BIZ is a registered trademark of Gamer Network Limited, an affiliate of IGN Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.

Mobile

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 17, 2025

The "strategic, multi-year agreement" with AMD will be to co-engineer silicon across a "portfolio of devices" and AI-powered experiences, "grounded in a platform designed for players, not tied to a single store or device, and fully compatible with your existing Xbox game library." "At 18 Mansell Street Level 3, London, E1 8AA, United Kingdom.

Entertainment

GamesIndustry.biz

JULY 30, 2025

However, starting early 2026, age verification will be required for UK Xbox users with adult accounts to access the platforms full range of social features, including voice chat and messaging. times more web browser games than in 2023 © 2025 GamesIndustry.biz, an IGN Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.

Entertainment

GamesIndustry.biz

JUNE 17, 2025

Monetization is hard and Nexus Mods is a complex platform," the new owner said. Read this next Hypersonic Laboratories raises $7m for modding platform Helix Take-Two shuts down AI GTA 5 mod Rockstar acquires roleplay modding team Cfx.re As for monetization? We’re not changing the core model. No aggressive monetization.

Entertainment

Game Wisdom

JULY 1, 2025

How Virtual Coins Are Used in Sweepstakes-Style Casino Games Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com Sweepstakes-style casino games have gained popularity as a relaxed, flexible form of online entertainment. One of the core features that sets these platforms apart from other game types is their use of virtual coins.

Entertainment