Game development news

As the voice of Snake for more than a decade, David Hayter is one of the most iconic performers in games, as well as a successful Hollywood writer and director. With the career-defining franchise now behind him, we ask about moving from triple-A to the indie scene, the importance of contributing to characters, and what lies ahead

Alexa Skills Kit includes source code and allows devs to build interactive adventure and trivia titles

Simogo’s seminal mobile adventure garnered widespread acclaim with its audio-centric structure and stylish design. James Batchelor finds out more about the tech and creative decisions behind this mobile hit

Subterfuge co-developer Ron Carmel discusses how to balance commitment and engagement with player freedom in a mobile strategy game

Uncharted 4, Metal Gear Solid V and BioShock Infinite performer urges cash-strapped creators to ‘get creative’ about how to entice big-name actors to their project

Studio hopes to help other devs enjoy similar success to its own Landlord Real Estate Tycoon

Dev and publisher previously worked together to launch mobile action RPG

New alt.ctrl.GDC Award to recognise games that use unique controllers

Audio outsourcers may seem like another service devs have to splash out on, but it’s more akin to bringing in extra – and specialised – staff

Hilleman was publisher’s 39th employee when he joined in 1982, going on to work on its Madden and NHL franchises