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Game industry struggles to react to growing Palestinian death toll
Game industry struggles to react to growing Palestinian death toll
As casualties have mounted with the Israeli government's assault on the Gaza Strip, the impact of the violence has had fallout in the world of game development and media.
May 17, 2021
Czech mobile studio Madfinger Games nets $6 million in funding
Czech mobile studio Madfinger Games nets $6 million in funding
Czech mobile studio Madfinger Games has secured €5 million ($6.1 million) in funding from Chinese publisher Nuverse.
May 17, 2021
Inside the fantastic murder-mystery design of Paradise Killer
Inside the fantastic murder-mystery design of Paradise Killer
"I'm not an author. I'm a designer," says Oli Clarke Smith. "I don't get why so many developers want to tell you a story instead of letting you interact with a story."
May 17, 2021
AT&T to spin-off WarnerMedia with Discovery in deal worth $43 billion
AT&T to spin-off WarnerMedia with Discovery in deal worth $43 billion
AT&T has penned a deal with Discovery to spin-off Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE) parent WarnerMedia into a new standalone company.
May 17, 2021
Kasedo Games nabs majority stake in French strategy game dev Bulwark Studios
Kasedo Games nabs majority stake in French strategy game dev Bulwark Studios
Indie publisher Kasedo Games has acquired a majority stake in French developer Bulwark Studios for an undisclosed fee.
May 17, 2021
eBay is banning the sale of 'adult' video games in July
eBay is banning the sale of 'adult' video games in July
Online marketplace eBay is banning the sale of 'adult' video games, which it defines as titles with a "rating of X, XXX, R18, or unrated for an adults-only audience."
May 17, 2021
Get a job: Join InnoGames as a Senior Mobile Game Developer
Get a job: Join InnoGames as a Senior Mobile Game Developer
As a Senior Mobile Game Developer, you will group up with our agile, cross-functional, and international team of Developers specialized in creating strategy & simulation games.
May 17, 2021
Post-mortem for a DLC: United Front
Post-mortem for a DLC: United Front
I am an indie games developer who explored war themes by taking an absurdist approach in the game's design. This is a post mortem for a DLC inspired by my family's roots as immigrants.
May 17, 2021
MARVEL CONTEST OF CHAMPIONS: Shang-Chi Is Punching His Way Into The Hit Mobile Game
MARVEL CONTEST OF CHAMPIONS: Shang-Chi Is Punching His Way Into The Hit Mobile Game
MARVEL Contest of Champions is bringing Shang-Chi to the Battlerealm along with a new tournament. Hit the jump to check out the new trailer and motion comic!
May 15, 2021
Composer Interview: GDC Showcase Game Music Q&A
Composer Interview: GDC Showcase Game Music Q&A
GDC Showcase 2021 featured composer Winifred Phillips' talk, "Homefront to God of War: Using Music to Build Suspense." This article includes a partial transcript from the online Q&A, along with additional content expanding on topics from that Q&A session.
May 15, 2021
New BACK 4 BLOOD Video Highlights Card System Plus New Gameplay Footage
New BACK 4 BLOOD Video Highlights Card System Plus New Gameplay Footage
New Back 4 Blood trailer highlights innovative card system and touches on the "Game Director" which promises extensive replayability for you and your friends!
May 14, 2021
BLIZZARD'S May "From the Vault" Items Are Sure To Please OVERWATCH Fans!
BLIZZARD'S May "From the Vault" Items Are Sure To Please OVERWATCH Fans!
Blizzard is celebrating Overwatch's 5th anniversary with some great collectible items, including concept artwork, premium statues, and more!
May 14, 2021