MCV/DEVELOP News, events, research and jobs from the games industry

One of the biggest Counter-Strike: Global Offensive gambling sites, CSGO Lounge, is attempting to get a licence in order to become a legitimate business. In an update on CSGO Lounge, site founder Borewik said that it was seeking a licence in order to legally operate in many countries and accept …

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

Bag checks and ban on imitation weapons introduced as exhibitors and attendees advised to leave unnecessary items at home

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

Shares in retailer GAME Digital have dropped around seven per cent this morning after yet more warnings of challenging market conditions. Similar warnings were issued last Christmas. GAME has for the 53 weeks ending July 23rd reported a 10.8 per cent decline in UK sales. Overall group sales were down …

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

Niantic's world-conquering title offers some insight into engage players around the globe, says CSA Research's Rebecca Ray

Will it? Won’t it? We now know for certain that the new Xbox One S does, in certain scenarios, run some games better than the existing model. The 349 2TB version of the Xbox One S arrives in the UK today, and Digital Foundry reports that it brings with it …

Games retailer GameStop has stepped up its interest in the US mobile space by acquiring over half a thousand new stores. It has swooped to purchase three US authorised national AT&T retailers – Cellular World, Midwest Cellular and Red Skye Wireless. The deal covers 507 physical outlets. "Today’s announcement showcases …

Never one to do today what can be put off ‘til the Dota 2 subreddit breaks out into a collective conniption, Valve Software has announced the ruleset, format, and prize distribution of The International 2016. Read more on The Meta >>>