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Why a "Flappy Bird Clone" Took More Than 7 Years to Make
Why a "Flappy Bird Clone" Took More Than 7 Years to Make
The story of how a game that has absolutely nothing to do with Flappy Bird took over 7 years to make. During that long process it became known as a "Flappy Bird Clone" and we decided to not care anymore and let people play it and decide for themselves.
Feb. 23, 2018
Here's the lineup of games you'll play when Day of the Devs comes to GDC 2018
Here's the lineup of games you'll play when Day of the Devs comes to GDC 2018
As the Game Developers Conference draws nigh, organizers are excited to give you an early look at the games you can play in the Day of the Devs showcase during GDC 2018 next month!
Feb. 22, 2018
NPD Group: U.S. video game hardware sales topped 1M in January
NPD Group: U.S. video game hardware sales topped 1M in January
According to data gathered by the NPD Group, U.S. consumer spend on hardware in January 2018 more than doubled the numbers reported during the same month last year.
Feb. 22, 2018
Star Control devs file counterclaim against Stardock over IP ownership
Star Control devs file counterclaim against Stardock over IP ownership
Both complaints seemingly stem from one core disagreement about the ownership of the Star Control IP and serve as a painful reminder of exactly how messy game development IP rights can get.
Feb. 22, 2018
Net Neutrality repeal effective starting on April 23
Net Neutrality repeal effective starting on April 23
The FCC published a revocation order to the Federal Register today which dissolves net neutrality effective on April 23.
Feb. 22, 2018
Discord expands verified server program to eSports teams
Discord expands verified server program to eSports teams
Discord announced in a press release today that it will be expanding its verified server program to include eSports teams and organizations.
Feb. 22, 2018
How Michael Brough's love of exploring a single game mechanic beget Cinco Paus
How Michael Brough's love of exploring a single game mechanic beget Cinco Paus
"I get a lot out of cleaning up ideas to get at the heart of them," says game dev Michael Brough in this chat about his latest, a game (in Portugese) all about identifying items via trial and error.
Feb. 22, 2018
Road to the IGF: Richards Hogg & Haggett's Wilmot's Warehouse
Road to the IGF: Richards Hogg & Haggett's Wilmot's Warehouse
Wilmot's Warehouse tasks players with organizing stock in a warehouse, drawing upon that a strangely compelling desire to arrange objects.
Feb. 22, 2018
Alt.Ctrl.GDC Showcase: Living Orb
Alt.Ctrl.GDC Showcase: Living Orb
Living Orb, a manipulatable ball of LEDs, offers players a variety of games to play with light and rotation, as well as opportunities for other devs to make their own games from it.
Feb. 22, 2018
Warcraft III receives major patch ahead of first ever Invitational
Warcraft III receives major patch ahead of first ever Invitational
Blizzard has released a new major patch for Warcraft III more than 15 years after the popular strategy title first hit shelves.
Feb. 22, 2018
Rhode Island might tax violent games to fund mental health programs
Rhode Island might tax violent games to fund mental health programs
Representative Robert Nardolilo hopes to introduce new legislation that would place an additional 10 percent sales tax on video games sold in Rhode Island with a "Mature" rating our higher.
Feb. 22, 2018
GDC 2018's Session Scheduler is live -- use it to make the most of your trip!
GDC 2018's Session Scheduler is live -- use it to make the most of your trip!
Conference organizers encourage you to take advantage of the free GDC 2018 Session Scheduler to lay out our week at the show in an intuitive, easy-to-navigate fashion!
Feb. 22, 2018