"Events are my favourite part of what we do, and I’ve missed getting out, hearing about how my peers have been getting on, and having some fun."
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[Industry news] Sasha Volkohon appointed Head of Commercial at game events GmbH
game events GmbH, the organiser of gamescom dev, has appointed Sasha Volkohon as Head of Commercial,…
[Event News] VIVA! Games Marketing #4 brings the games industry’s marketing leaders together in London this November
The games marketing community will come together in London on Wednesday 18th November for VIVA! Game…
[Industry news] TIGA responds to the Autumn Budget statement
This is a press release posted alongside our usual editorial content. TIGA, the trade association re…
[Industry news] Rocky Horror Show Steps into Roblox
Pop culture meets code as Rocky Horror Show enters the world of Roblox. Digital culture platform Coo…
[Industry news] Russ Harding joins Rhino Rock Studios as Partner and Director
Rhino Rock Studios has announced that games and interactive entertainment veteran Russ Harding has j…
Ukie announces the 15 finalists for UK Game of the Show 2021
Each of the 15 games are unreleased games developed by UK studios, and will be shown off via a Twitch stream hosted by Mr Midas at Loading Bar on Tuesday 24th August, as part of virtual gamescom.
Read More »Embracer Group acquires eight studios, including Ghost Ship Games and Crazy Labs
"Brick by brick we continue to improve our operating groups and consequently Embracer as a whole."
Read More »Fullbright co-founder Steve Gaynor steps down as Open Roads lead, following reports of a “hurtful leadership style”
Gaynor's move follows complaints about his leadership, and particularly his treatment of women.
Read More »[From the industry] Former Codemasters CEO Frank Sagnier appointed Non-Executive Chair of nDreams
“I am delighted to join nDreams’ board to help the company achieve its mission to become a world leading developer and publisher of VR games"
Read More »“Accessibility is something that we try to weave into each of our services at PTW.” – Why PTW is supporting the Accessibility Award at IRL this September 16th
“Accessibility is something that we try to weave into each of our services at PTW. We believe that games can change lives and are passionate about making sure that everyone can find a way to play.”
Read More »Activision Blizzard employees reject the company’s choice of law firm
"We need legal representation that centers on the concerns of our current employees, rather than investors."
Read More »J. Allen Brack steps down as Blizzard president
The statement makes little mention of the reasons behind Brack's departure, simply stating that he is "leaving the company to pursue new opportunities."
Read More »Nominate your industry colleagues for the awards at IRL on September 16th!
Nominate your Accessibility Hero, New Impacts, Lockdown Heroes and more for the awards at IRL this September 16th! Get your nominations in before 1pm on August 13th, and we'll see you all in September!
Read More »Submissions are now open for Develop:Brighton 2021 Indie Showcase
Developers can submit their games until Friday, September 3rd.
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[Guest post] Among Us on Windows: what the social deduction boom looks like from the desktop
Social deduction has always been a party-room genre first and a software genre second. Werewolf and Mafia needed a table, a moderator and a group willing to lie to each other for an hour. The digital versions that stuck tend to keep that structure intact and add the one thing tabletop versions can't: anonymity, plus a reason to move around.
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[Industry news] Studio Atelico Launches the First AI Engine Built to Run On-Device Inside Games
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[Industry news] TIGA responds to the Autumn Budget statement
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[Industry news] EFAN.gg Launches Public Beta
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[Industry news] Music+Sound Awards Reveal 2026’s Finalists
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MCV/DEVELOP’s 30 Under 30 – 2026
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 MCV/DEVELOP "30 Under 30", which will be given the spotlight as part of MCV/DEVELOP #1012, appearing Jan 2027.
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Finalists announced for the Women In Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Electric Square announced as sponsor of Outstanding Achievement Award category at Women in Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Screen Burn to sponsor the Development Impact Award at the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards
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[Event news] Fenris Creations announced as sponsor of Rising Star category at Women in Games Awards 2026

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