Game development news

Playing for the Planet today announced the official go live launch of the 2026 Green Game Jam, with 70 participating games beginning to roll out new in-game environmental activations to players worldwide. The games are launching exclusive coral reef and rainforest themed content, events and challenges to celebrate World Environment Day, with yet more titles joining the festivities in September of this year making this year’s Green Game Jam the biggest to date!

Indie developers can sign up now for the Ludeo Indie Program, a new initiative from Ludeo designed to help indie game developers transform creator-driven discovery into instantly playable gameplay experiences.

This is a press release posted in addition to our usual editorial content. As MIAM! celebrates 10 years of independent animation and international success, the French group announces the launch of MIAM! games, a new activity dedicated to the development and production of premium video games for kids and family …

Mintrocket, the award-winning developer behind DAVE THE DIVER, formally unveiled its next genre-blending title: BANCHO THE CHEF. This all-new adventure follows the enigmatic Bancho through his early formative years as an aspiring cook, travelling across Asia to study regional cuisines, refine his craft, and ultimately become the master chef fans know and love. 

As organisations face increasing pressure to stand out in saturated markets while operating with leaner teams and tighter budgets, communications veteran Sam Forrest has launched GunDog Communications, a specialist consultancy designed to give SMEs and growing businesses access to senior-level communications expertise without the cost of a full-time Communications Director.

Critical Hit is to sponsor the Major Studio of the Year category at the forthcoming MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026. GOLD AND PLATINUM TABLES ARE NOW SOLD OUT! But we still have tickets for sale, so book here. Jason Wiltshire, Co-Founder, Creative Director of Critical Hit, said: “Major Studio of the Year? …

Rokky is to sponsor the Independent Publisher of the Year category at the forthcoming MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026.

TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has today announced the appointment of Elaine Green as its Chair.

Nordic Game has revealed the winners of this year’s Nordic Game Awards, which took place on Thursday, May 28, during the leading Nordic conference NG26 Spring and streamed live from Slagthuset in Malmö, Sweden.

IO Interactive, the independent video game developer and publisher behind the HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios are thrilled to announce that 007 First Light, has reached 1.5 million units sold within the first 24 hours, making it the fastest-selling title in IO Interactive's history. 007 First Light is available now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, on Amazon.com, on PC, on Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as at key retailers.