Game development news

BAFTA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Google Play, marking the charity's ongoing commitment to celebrate excellence in the screen arts and games industry.

The Dave School of Digital Arts at Northbridge University has been named an Unreal Engine Academic Partner by Epic Games, recognizing the program’s leadership in training students for careers in real-time 3D production across gaming, film and simulation industries.

Limit Break, the leading mentorship scheme dedicated to championing diverse talent and creativity in the UK games industry, has announced the opening of applications for mentors and mentees for its 2026 program.

Hi – Matt here. I’m very excited to let you know that MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is now available: https://tinyurl.com/mcv1007 As it’s my first issue on the magazine, I just wanted to leave a personal note thanking everyone who came up trumps content-wise for the issue, everyone who sent me nice welcome …

Develop:Brighton is delighted to reveal the first keynote for this year’s event: ustwo’s Maria Sayans (CEO), Daniel Gray (Chief Creative Officer) & Peter Pashley (Chief Development Officer) will be taking to the stage to present ustwo games: A Positively Playful Business.

The MCV/DEVELOP Awards return on Thursday, June 18, 2026, heading back to the glorious Royal Lancaster Hotel, overlooking London’s Hyde Park.  The Player’s Choice Award is now open for voting via Vote | MCV Awards  ABOUT Player’s Choice Award New for this year, the Player’s Choice Award puts the power …

Following a significant growth year in its PR & Comms division, Diva Agency today announces the launch of a new Creator and Community engagement team to lead fan engagement and influencer marketing strategy for its portfolio of entertainment clients. The new division will service the agency’s global games and entertainment client base and will serve as a strategic bridge between its high-performing creative and communications teams

Digital entertainment marketplace G2A.COM today announced the renewal of its long-term partnership with World of Warcraft professional guild Echo Esports. This sponsorship supports Echo’s latest bid to become champions of the World of Warcraft: Midnight Race to World First (RWF). The collaboration marks a decade of G2A.COM’s involvement in esports, with total investments exceeding €12 million globally.

Game Dev Heroes, the awards initiative created to shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked individuals powering the games industry, is expanding internationally with the launch of Game Dev Heroes Benelux 2026.

MCV/DEVELOP has announced Portal as the sponsor of the drawing competition at the MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026.