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New ADC talks: Denim Group on security, Dreamkind on education
ADC has added two new talks: Dreamkind president on making successful education apps without a Dora the Explorer, and Denim Group CTO on approaching app security from an attacker's perspective.
Oct. 4, 2013
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Another round of layoffs at Gree - this time voluntary
Gree has been laying off staff all over the shop this year, with its studios in the UK, China, and the U.S. affected. Now the company has revealed that its Japanese headquarters is being affected too.
Oct. 3, 2013
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GTA Online microtransactions disabled as servers buckle
Rockstar Games has been forced to disable microtransactions in Grand Theft Auto Online, as the online component to GTA V continues to cause issues for players days after release.
Oct. 3, 2013
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Layoffs loom for Capcom Europe
Following layoffs within its U.S. operations, Capcom confirms it is evaluating restructuring its European operations.
Oct. 3, 2013
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Bored with violence, Goldeneye 007 director makes a game all about love
Former Rare head of software Martin Hollis' fatigue of "kill" as a gaming verb has led him to develop a fascinating outdoor installation about emergent group play and matchmaking, Aim for Love.
Oct. 3, 2013
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Get a job: Airtight Games is looking for a senior graphics programmer
"As a sr. graphics programmer, you will be working with the lead programmer and programming team to define the technical scope of the game, create a solid schedule of work tasks, and then execute on them."
Oct. 3, 2013
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Augment your reality at GDC Next!
Learn more about augmented reality game development and check out Technical Illusions' CastAR at GDC Next in November.
Oct. 2, 2013
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Get a job: Wargaming America is hiring a web project manager
"Wargaming West is hiring a Web Project Manager to join our Web Services team which is responsible for ensuring the top-notch quality of our game infrastructure services."
Oct. 1, 2013
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This Week in Video Game Criticism: From Gone Home to the horror of GTA V
This week, our partnership with game criticism site Critical Distance brings us picks from Mattie Brice on topics including the "adolescence" of Gone Home and Grand Theft Auto V as horror game.
Oct. 1, 2013
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VorpX adds Oculus Rift support to dozens of notable games
VorpX, a stereoscopic 3D driver compatible with select DirectX games, has launched as a beta this week, adding support for Oculus Rift and other VR devices to over 90 PC titles.
Oct. 1, 2013
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New UK digital media programme offering £8 million in funding
Creative Skillset, the UK council that aims to support creative industries in the region, today launched a new £8 million ($13 million) programme to support digital sectors in the UK, including the games industry.
Oct. 1, 2013
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Japanese publisher Idea Factory expands to the U.S.
Japanese publisher and developer Idea Factory today announced that it has established a new branch in the U.S., as part of global expansion plans.
Oct. 1, 2013