Game Developer

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This book provides a comprehensive overview of game economy design. The reader will gain insights into the components that form a game economy, how these components are utilized to shape a metagame experience and how monetization is integrated into this.'

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Games 327

Game Developer

MAY 31, 2024

Game audio has the power to define the identity of a game and to drive its success. From realistic sound effects that build atmosphere to instantly recognizable themes and voiceovers that become synonymous with the title, game audio can enhance gameplay to create enchanting and memorable games that stand the test of time.

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Games Build 219

Game Developer

AUGUST 23, 2024

If genAI has any benefit to game development, Christoph Hartmann believes it lies in getting rid of the 'less boring' parts in the name of creativity.

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Game Developer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The new publisher is geared toward indie games based on systems and with the potential to foster passionate communities.

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Indy Games 245

Game Developer

JULY 25, 2024

Are you looking to market your game? This guide will teach you everything you need to know about game marketing, from targeting your audience to using unconventional tactics. You'll learn about the history of video game marketing, how social media and community management play a role, and more.

Media 230

Media Games 230

Game Developer

APRIL 26, 2024

Veteran game designer Raph Koster thinks there's a lot of room to explore what "fun" is in game design.

Game Design 356

Game Design Game Designer Games Development 356

Game Developer

JULY 24, 2024

An attempt to reframe the discussion about Game Pass and other game subscription services.

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Games 314

Game Developer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The creative director/game director/actor is being recognized for 'paving the way for narrative-focused game design and visually striking universes.'

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Game Design Game Designer Games 255

Game Developer

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Former employees of Phoenix Labs and Rumble Games say they were told to keep blockchain platform Forte Labs' purchase of their employers an absolute secret.

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Studios Platformer Games 342

Game Developer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Art tests in game dev often harm diversity and fail to reflect real skills. It's time to rethink their use and adopt more inclusive hiring practices.

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Art Dev Games 361

Game Developer

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Along with getting rid of the badge, Twitch is restarting its organization reviews that let accounts see stream analytics, manage games, and build Extensions.

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Game Developer Game Development Development Games 273

Game Developer

JANUARY 5, 2024

Netflix's games service may be due for a change in the near future as the streamer considers charging for games or in-game ads for different subscription tiers.

Games 311

Games 311

Game Developer

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

made games have AI protections and larger voice print and session options. Under the new Localization Agreement, localization actors for non-U.S.

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Localization AI Games 263

Game Developer

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Thanks to the constant development of technology and an ever-growing set of powerful tools, indie developers can create games that rival those made by big studios. If you're an indie developer looking to take your project to the next level, here's your essential toolkit for 2024.

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Indy Development Game Development Game Developer 270

Game Developer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

After nearly 40 years of composing music for games (and Square Enix and Final Fantasy specifically), Uematsu has reached the end of the road.

Console 342

Console Fantasy Games 342

Game Developer

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

First of a three-part series on combat-focused game balance design, exploring its evolution and showcasing successful case studies.

Balance 157

Balance Art Games 157

Game Developer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The Unreal series may have been shelved years ago, but Epic is letting its first two installments live on through the Internet Archive.

Internet 349

Internet Games 349

Game Developer

JULY 18, 2024

The Heritage Foundation's manifesto for the possible next administration could do great harm to many, including large portions of the game development community.

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Game Developer Game Development Development Games 358

Game Developer

MAY 14, 2024

Continuing transcript of the uncut interview of game composer Winifred Phillips by Meena Shamaly, host of ABC Classic’s The Game Show (Part Two).

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Game Design Game Designer Games 199

Game Developer

JULY 23, 2024

Update: In a statement, Humble confirms layoffs at Humble Games but maintains that the publisher is still up and running. Update: Humble has now provided a statement saying Humble Games hasn't been shut down, but just restructured.

Games 362

Games 362

Game Developer

MAY 10, 2024

Chasing in-game advertising while canning games like Respawn Entertainment's Star Wars first-person shooter seems downright bananas.

Advertising 313

Advertising First person Entertainment Games 313

Game Developer

AUGUST 27, 2024

Franchise development director at Sumo Sheffield Steve Lycett dissects the history of racing games and how developers can steer their games to success.

Racing 268

Racing Games Development 268

Game Developer

JUNE 14, 2024

Complete transcript of the uncut interview of composer Winifred Phillips on The Game Show (ABC Classic), hosted by Meena Shamaly. Topics include the impact of music on a gamer’s experience, and how game music weaves itself into a gamer’s life.

Games 224

Games 224

Game Developer

JUNE 5, 2024

Movies and shows based on games keep coming out, but are the games able to fully meet the momentum these adaptations provide?

Games 279

Games 279

Game Developer

JULY 29, 2024

Most great franchises were born from small games and incremental investment. This is far from easy in a crowded market, but it’s the path to sustainable success.'

Games 247

Games 247

Game Developer

AUGUST 1, 2024

If true, it's unclear what that means for the games Armor's expected to publish. Ex-staff claim the publisher has eliminated its entire publishing team.

Indy 345

Indy Games 345

Game Developer

AUGUST 15, 2024

This book brings together the knowledge and perspectives of numerous past and present games industry leaders and practitioners to form a clear picture of how leadership operates in a game development studio.'

Games 261

Games Studios Game Developer Game Development 261

Game Developer

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A ransomware group plans to sell off the personal information of Insomniac Games employees and information on the studio's Wolverine game.

Games 280

Games Studios 280

Game Developer

MAY 2, 2024

Stepping into the world of game programming can be daunting. This article explains the basics of game programming, as well as what tools and resources you can use to get started.

Games 255

Games 255

Game Developer

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Humble Games Collection is said to be ending in early November, and at time of writing, has nothing waiting in the stands to take its place.

Writing 341

Writing Games 341

Game Developer

JULY 9, 2024

This book talks about the importance of social mechanics in games and how these mechanics evolved over time to accommodate new technologies and new social contexts.'

Mechanics 303

Mechanics Technology Games 303

Game Developer

JUNE 13, 2024

The Jackbox Megapicker will let Steam players launch any and all Party Pack games they have, no switching necessary.

Games 248

Games 248

Game Developer

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The United States' Prohibition era has inspired creatives across the entertainment industry, but hasn't been featured in video games as much as you'd expect.

Entertainment 289

Entertainment Feature Games 289

Game Developer

JULY 30, 2024

The popular genre film festival is offering studios a chance to present their horror games to attendees in September.

Horror 218

Horror Film Dev Games 218

Game Developer

JULY 24, 2024

Tascan spent almost six years at Epic, serving as the Fornite maker's EVP of game development.

Games 290

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Game Developer

JUNE 12, 2024

Join us in contributing to a groundbreaking collection of research and white papers aimed at exploring the intersection of games and sustainability.

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Game Design Game Designer Games 250

Game Developer

AUGUST 14, 2024

Prime Video is reportedly getting back in the video game adaptation business, this time with a show encompassing a variety of titles.

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Games 223