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15 years after it originally hit computer screens, Jagex’s free MMO has received its first major engine overhaul, bringing with it a sea of big changes. Develop checks in with technology manager Mathew Burnett and lead graphics developer David Gillham to see what’s new in NXT
Read More »Crystal Dynamics will take Tomb Raider into virtual reality and first-person for the first time
Rise of the Tomb Raider on PS4 will feature a PlayStation VR chapter allowing players to explore Croft Manor
Read More »VFX firm Digital Domain partners with DreamWorks to bring Shrek to VR
Company working across games, film and TV acquired virtual reality developer Digital Funk Machine in June
Read More »Humble introduces dedicated product websites for devs with Gamepages
Customisable page showcasing a title costs nothing in addition to five per cent cut from completed sales
Read More »The best games in Europe come from the UK, GDC survey finds
Country overtakes Sweden as region where devs feel highest quality titles are made, with 27 per cent of community predicting UK will still be the top place for development in five years’ time
Read More »Nordeus on social engagement: ‘Know what players want, give them more than they need’
Top Eleven game designer Mladen Markovic discusses the most effective ways to get your audience engaging with that social functionality you've spent so long designing
Read More »Playdead co-founder Dino Patti departs Limbo studio
Former CEO seeking new developers, sell shares to partner Arnt Jensen
Read More »Jessica Curry: Video Game Prom could combat ‘snobbery’ over game music
Award-winning composer believes there is plenty of crossover between classical music and video game audiences
Read More »Recruiter Hot Seat: Avalanche Studios
Avalanche Studios talent acquisition manager Karin Bogren discusses what being an ‘Avalancher’ means and why you should become one by joining the Just Cause and Mad Max developer
Read More »Hindu statesman calls for better treatment of faith by devs in wake of Overwatch skin criticism
Alternative appearance for Symmetra character in Blizzard’s shooter described as ‘inappropriate’ by Universal Society of Hinduism president Rajan Zed
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